JP2016059396A - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a pachinko game machine that does not become a stereotyped one in a reservation read-ahead presentation.SOLUTION: A display mode of a reservation image can be changed by an instruction operation of a player, but the display mode of the reservation image is arranged to be changed without the instruction operation of the player when a period for making the instruction operation of the player effective is not set.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 26

Description

  It relates to pachinko machines.

  The most popular pachinko machines are now called “special symbols” (or main game symbols) on the 7-segment display, etc., when a game ball enters the starter (start chucker). When the special symbol is variably displayed and the special symbol is in a specific mode (for example, “7”), the special gaming state in which the player is in a profit state higher than the normal gaming state {the special winning opening that is normally closed This is a type of machine (so-called “first-class pachinko game machine”) that shifts to (a game of contents that a so-called attacker opens under a predetermined condition). Here, in order to reduce the burden of display control of special symbols that are directly linked to the interests of the player, in addition to the aforementioned “special symbols”, it is referred to as “decorative symbols” for the purpose of enhancing the fun of the game. The symbol to be displayed is variably displayed on a display such as a liquid crystal having a size larger than that of the display unit in a form synchronized with the variation of the special symbol. And when the change of the special symbol is started, the decorative symbol also starts to change accordingly, and when the special symbol stops in a specific mode (for example, “7”), the decorative symbol also changes to the predetermined mode (for example, “777”). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game has been confirmed because the decorative symbol has stopped in a predetermined manner.

  Here, since this mechanism is common to this type of pachinko machine, in order to differentiate it from other types, how to devise the overall production including the variation aspect of the above-mentioned design and to have high interest It is focused on whether to grant. For example, if you are in a situation where you can't start changing the display of a “special symbol”, the game will have a function to hold the change display when a game ball has entered the start gate. One of them is a technique (so-called reservation pre-reading effect) that improves the interest of the game by configuring so as to notify or suggest.

JP2013-233360A JP 2014-39842 A JP2014-121524A JP 2010-154927 A JP 2014-87491 A

  However, since the reservation pre-reading effect has been frequently used, there is a problem that further improvement is necessary to prevent the mannerism.

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;
An information display unit capable of displaying information (for example, an effect display device SG);
An operation unit that can be operated by the player (for example, the sub input button SB);
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-main control unit SM) for controlling information display on the information display unit (for example, effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10), Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
When random numbers are acquired by random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. Temporary random number storage means (for example, first main game symbol hold means MJ32-A, second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B) for temporarily storing the acquired random number and controlling the hold to occur,
When a variable display start condition of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game, etc.) is determined according to the determination result based on the random number related to the certain hold. Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display stop identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the symbol display part B21g),
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);
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission / reception) for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information executed on the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) to the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) Control means SM40),
The sub game unit (for example, the sub main control unit SM)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission control means MT) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side,
There are a plurality of types of performance patterns as performance patterns that suggest or notify the possibility of executing a special game, and any one of the plurality of types of performance patterns is executed within a period in which the identification information is variably displayed. Effect display control means (for example, effect display control means SM20) for controlling
An image displayed on the information display unit when a change display start condition of identification information related to a hold on the main game unit (for example, main control board M) side is satisfied, and a change display of the identification information related to the hold The hold image display control means (for example, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 capable of displaying the hold digest notification image, which is an image that can be continuously displayed during the variation display of the identification information performed when the start condition is satisfied. )
As a display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion, at least a first display mode and a second display mode different from the first display mode, and the display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion is the first display mode When the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is performed, the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image can be changed from the first display mode to the second display mode. If the display mode of the hour notification image is the first display mode and the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed, the display mode of the hold digest time notification image is changed to the first display mode. Configured to maintain in one display mode,
When a predetermined effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, an operation effective period that is a period for enabling a predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is provided. On the other hand, when a specific effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, the operation effective period is not provided, and is suspended when the specific effect pattern is executed. When the display mode of the digestion notification image is the first display mode, even if the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed, the suspension digest notification image The pachinko gaming machine is configured to change the display mode from the first display mode to the second display mode.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, there is an effect that it is possible to improve the interest of the game related to the reserved prefetching effect.

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 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. 13 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of special game operating condition determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 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. 16 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. 17 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the background effect control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the prefetch determination process at the time of winning on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 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. 22 is a table configuration diagram used in 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. 23 is a flowchart of the hold display mode change control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is an image diagram when the specific notice effect is executed on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the pending digest transmission image display process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is an image diagram of a change in the pending digest transmission image on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 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. 28 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. 29 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the pre-reading determination process at the time of short and medium winning on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of decorative symbol display content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 32 is a table configuration diagram used in the decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the pending digest transmission image display process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 34 is a main flowchart on the sub-sub control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 35 is an image view of the SP battle effect on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment.

Form to carry out

  First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be described. “Pitching” includes not only winning a prize ball to be paid out, but also passing to a “through chucker” without winning a prize ball. “Open state, open state” and “closed state, closed state” are, for example, in the configuration of a general big prize opening (so-called attacker), open state = easy-to-win state and closed state = non-winning state Easy state. Also, for example, a state protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter sometimes referred to as advance state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter referred to as retreat state) In a configuration (so-called velo-type attacker) that can take the following condition, the advance state = easy-to-win state and the evacuation state = non-easy-to-win state. “Random number” is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) to determine some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo-random number in addition to a random number in a narrow sense (for example, a hard- Random numbers and soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called “basic random numbers” that affect the outcome of the game, specifically, “winning random numbers (random numbers for success / failure lottery)” related to the transition of special games, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol "Variation mode determination random number" for determining, "symbol determination random number" for determining a stop symbol, "hit symbol determination random number" for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game, etc. be able to. It is not necessary to use all these random numbers when determining the contents of the variation mode, the contents of the definite identification information, etc., and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. Also, in this specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers, but one entry (for example, starting entrance) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is referred to as one (ie, in the above example, the random number bundle of winning random number + variation mode determining random number + design determining random number... Is referred to as one random number) . Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). “Game state” means, for example, a transition to a special game state rather than a non-stochastic game state in which a lottery probability for transition to a special game state or a special game state in which a special winning opening can be in an open state is a predetermined value. A probabilistic variable gaming state with a high lottery probability, an auxiliary gaming state with assistance for winning at the starting port that becomes a lottery opportunity for special games (so-called normal symbol short-time state, for example, a variable member is attached to the starting port In such a case, the variable member may be one or a combination of a plurality of combinations such as a long opening period of the variable member, a high probability of winning the opening of the variable member, and a short notification time of the result of the variable member opening lottery.

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

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

  First, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Pachinko gaming machines mainly consist of a gaming machine frame and a gaming board. Hereinafter, these will be described in order.

  First, the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine includes an outer frame 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 a mechanism for storing game balls, sending the game balls to the launch 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. Speakers D24 are provided on the upper left and right sides of the gaming machine, and sound effects corresponding to the gaming state and the like are 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 arranged so as to overlap each other, and the second main game start port A10 is present due to the presence of the first main game start port A10. The upper part of the game start opening B10 is blocked. Both the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) and the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) are the first main game start opening A10. And it is comprised so that it may be guide | induced to 2nd main game start opening B10.

  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 arranged so as to overlap each other, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port You may comprise so that A10 and 2nd main game start opening B10 may be spaced apart. In the case of such a configuration, a member for closing the upper part of the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d may be provided. In addition, the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is easily guided to the first main game start port A10, but is difficult to be guided to the second main game start port B10. The game ball flowing down on the right side (based on the center of the game area) may not be guided to the first main game start port A10, but may be configured to be easily guided to the second main game start port B10. It should be noted that “easy to be guided” and “not easily guided” are determined, for example, by the magnitude of the number of entered balls when 10,000 balls are launched to the right and left, respectively.

  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, the auxiliary game start opening H10 is such that the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is easily guided and the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 is It is configured so that it is difficult to be guided {but is not limited to this, and it is configured so that a game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided to the auxiliary game start opening H10. (For example, auxiliary game start ports H10 may be provided on the left and right of the game area D30, respectively)}.

  Next, on the upper right side of the out mouth D36, the first big prize opening C10 and the second big prize opening C20 are arranged so as to overlap, and flow down to the right side of the gaming area D30 (referenced to the middle of the gaming area). The game ball is configured to easily pass through the area where the first grand prize winning opening C10 and the second big winning prize opening C20 are arranged before reaching the out opening D36.

  Next, the first grand prize opening C10 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 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). Mouth 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 can change 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 in an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. (The first grand prize winning 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, a state in which a square plate-like member provided at the big prize opening protrudes to the player side and a retracted state that is retracted to the player side ( A so-called slide-type attacker that 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, and the square plate-shaped member is in the advanced state. In this case, the prize-winning opening is closed due to hindering the reception of the game ball into the box-shaped member, and when the square plate-shaped member is in the retracted state, the game ball is received into the box-shaped member. May be suitable for a case where it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the first grand prize opening C10 is a predetermined number (for example, 10). is there. In addition, by driving left and right as viewed from the player with the end of the rod-shaped member as a fulcrum, the game ball can be changed between a normal state in which it is impossible or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (so-called tulip) Type attacker).

  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). Mouth 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 second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d can change the second big prize opening C20 to the second grand prize opening C20 in a normal state where a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and in an open state where the game ball is easy to win. (The second big prize opening solenoid C23 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, a state in which a square plate-like member provided at the big prize opening protrudes to the player side and a retracted state that is retracted to the player side ( A so-called slide-type attacker that 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, and the square plate-shaped member is in the advanced state. In this case, the prize-winning opening is closed due to hindering the reception of the game ball into the box-shaped member, and when the square plate-shaped member is in the retracted state, the game ball is received into the box-shaped member. May be suitable for a case where it is desired to secure a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the number of balls entering the second big prize opening C20. is there. In addition, by driving left and right as viewed from the player with the end of the rod-shaped member as a fulcrum, the game ball can be changed between a normal state in which it is impossible or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (so-called tulip) Type attacker).

  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 lose. {However, it is 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. Based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board KH to be controlled, various effects on the effect display device SG, such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker D24, A sub-control board S (in this example, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub-control unit SS are arranged on one board) for controlling execution of the lighting of the game effect lamp D26, error notification, etc., and these A power supply unit E that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including the control board is mainly configured. Here, the sub-control board S is a sub-main control unit SM that controls various effects on the effect display device SG such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the game effect lamp D26, and error notification. And two control units of a sub-sub control unit SS that performs display processing such as a decorative symbol change display / stop display and a hold display or a notice display on the effect display device SG. The main control board M, the winning ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control unit SM, and the sub-sub control unit SS are a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, and a ROM that stores programs that prescribe the arithmetic processes of the CPU and CPU RAM that temporarily stores data (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, etc.) is installed. Here, although not particularly illustrated, the ROM mounted on the main control board M may be configured not to provide an unused area in order to prevent a program or the like modified by an illegal act from being written. It is preferable (for example, all unused areas are filled with zeros, and used areas are filled in young addresses and written). Also, in order to prevent reference to data that is not normally referenced due to noise or fraudulent behavior, unused data (for example, data referenced in gaming machines with different specifications or used only for testing at the development stage) It is preferable that the data is not provided. Similarly, when the RAM area is used, it is preferable that the area is used at a young address and an unused program area is not provided. 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 prize winning opening prize detection device C11s, 2nd big prize winning prize winning detection apparatus C21s, general winning detection apparatus (not shown, the general winning entry is a winning entry with a winning ball but no symbol lottery. )}, Drive solenoids (not shown) such as the first big prize winning solenoid C13, the second big prize winning solenoid C23, etc., information display LEDs (not shown), etc. that are essential for the progress of the game. It is electrically connected to the device, and the progress of the game is controlled based on the input signal 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). For example, information (commands) related to performance / game progress 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 of the launching device is provided in the prize ball payout control board, and the prize ball payout control board and the launching device (launching handle, firing motor, ball feeding device). Etc.). In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device 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 is connected to the effect display device SG for displaying decorative symbols and the like, the speaker D24, the game effect lamp D26, and other effect drive devices (not shown) as described above. . In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are provided in the sub-control board S, and control of the sound output from the speaker D24 by the sub-main control unit SM and game effects ( Lighting) The lighting control of the lamp D26 and the determination control of the display contents to be displayed on the effect display device are performed, and the display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device is performed by the sub-sub control unit SS. It is configured. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S. However, the present invention is not limited to this (configured as a separate board). However, it is possible to reduce the situation that space is merited and noise is mixed into the wiring or the like by being configured to be integrated). Also, the work sharing between the two control units can be changed as appropriate, for example, the voice control is executed 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.

  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. store data and programs in hardware. ROM, RAM, and elements such as a CPU used for arithmetic processing. In the following description, each means included in the main 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. And the game progress means MP that manages the current and past game states [e.g., state relating to the main game {normal game state, specific game state (probability varying game state, time-reduced game state), special game state}, state relating to the auxiliary game (Easy release state, non-easy release state), stop symbol and variation mode information related to main game symbol and auxiliary game symbol, on / off status of various flags, game status during special game (for example, number of rounds and winning number information) ] Game state temporary storage means MB for temporarily storing, and various game information {for example, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information {for example, 16R big hit, 8R big hit, 4 Jackpots, loses}, information on variation modes (for example, variation time), special game start signal / status information / end signal, hold information, etc.} for transmitting information transmission control means MT (and unsent commands) A command transmission buffer MT10), and a winning ball payout determining means MH for controlling the winning ball payout control board KH so as to pay out a predetermined winning ball based on winning of game balls to various winning holes. Yes.

  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. In addition, the game progression means MP directly determines the opening / closing of the display control means MP10 for performing control to change and stop each symbol, and the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d of the second main game start opening B10. Second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B for performing various related processes, special game control means MP30 for controlling a special game advantageous to the player over the normal game, and a first main game With respect to the game, the second main game, and the auxiliary game, there is a determination as to which game state the current game state is to be transferred, and specific game control means MP50 for performing a process of shifting the game state based on the determination. 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 winning prize entrance determining means MJ11-C10 and the second winning prize opening C20, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the first winning 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 whether or not the auxiliary game side selection random number can be acquired, and an auxiliary game for acquiring the random number based on the determination result Random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H There.

  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. By acquiring a random number by such a method, it is possible to generate an aperiodic random number that is difficult to be predicted by the player. Conversely, for example, in the case of a method for generating a next random number using a random number used in a certain lottery, the next random number is likely to be predicted. Therefore, when generating a random number, it is preferable to generate a new random number without using the random number used in the previous lottery.

  Next, the hold control means MJ30 uses the hold digest control means MJ31 for controlling the processing related to the hold digest and the change start, and the first main game side random number obtained in a situation where the first main game symbol change permission has not been granted. It is determined whether or not to temporarily store, and based on the determination result, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32 for holding the random number in the first main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-A until the symbol variation permission is granted. -It is determined whether to temporarily store the second main game random number acquired in a situation where the second main game symbol variation permission has not been granted, and the random number is given the symbol variation permission based on the determination result The second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B for holding in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the auxiliary game acquired in a situation where the auxiliary game symbol change permission is not granted It is determined whether or not the random number is temporarily stored, and based on the determination result, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H for holding the random number in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H until the symbol variation permission is granted. And have.

  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 Have.

  Next, the game content determination means MN makes a special game if the result of the lottery is a winning lottery means MN10 for lottery of whether or not the special game is successful and whether or not the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is open. Special game transition determining means MN20 for determining the transition of each symbol, for example, symbol content determining means MN40 for determining the stop symbol of each symbol based on each random number, and each random number And variation mode determining 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 on the first main game symbol, and a second main game winner / rejection lottery unit that performs a success / failure lottery on 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 success / failure lottery means MN11-A, the second main game winner / rejection lottery means MN11-B, and the auxiliary game success / failure lottery means MN11-H are referred to when performing the success / failure lottery with respect to 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 which 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.

  Here, when executing the lottery determination based on the main game random number, the success / failure lottery means MN10 determines whether or not the main game random number value is the same as any one of all the winning random number values, If some or all of the random number values are continuous numbers, the main game random number value is equal to or less than the upper limit value of the hit random number value and is determined to determine whether it is greater than or equal to the lower limit value. . By executing such determination as to whether or not it is correct, accurate determination processing can be executed. On the contrary, when the determination is made by comparison with only the upper limit of the hit random number range, or only with the lower limit, the value at the end of the random number range (for example, when the range of the random number value is 0 to 1023, 0 or 1023) needs to be a random number value, making it vulnerable to fraud (for example, fraudulent action of passing current through the main control board M, where all bits in the storage area are likely to be 0 or 1). There is a risk of end. In this example, one lottery is executed using one random number {when a plurality of random numbers are used for one lottery (so-called two-stage lottery is executed), two random numbers are used. Because it needs to be prevented from synchronizing}.

  Next, the symbol content determination means MN40 and the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A for determining 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 determining 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 of the success / failure and the game state (for example, for the game state, for the normal game → the first main game normal game state). Lottery table, probability variation game → first main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). The second main game symbol determination means MN41-B has a second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B that is 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 of the success / failure and the game state (for example, for the game state, the normal game → the second main game normal game state lottery). Table, probability variation game → second main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game symbol determination means MN41-H has an auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H which is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol. The table MN41ta-H has various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time shortening game → auxiliary game time lottery table).

  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). MN 51-A and second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B for determining the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (second main game random number), And auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H for determining the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number.

  Here, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A has a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A that is 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 (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → first main game normal (Game state lottery table, probability variation game → first main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). The second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B has a second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B which 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 gaming state (for example, regarding the gaming state, normal game → second main game normal game) State lottery table, probability variation game → second main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. 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 (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table).

  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 for controlling 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 are assisted for a predetermined time. Auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H for controlling to stop and display after changing the game symbol is provided.

  Here, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C has first and second main game symbol fluctuation management timers MP11t-C (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. 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 determines whether or not the condition for performing the process of opening / closing the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is satisfied. The second main game start port electric player opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B and the second main game start port electric player opening timer MP22t for measuring the driving (opening) time of the second main game start port electric player B11d -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 executing 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 further includes a special game timer MP34t for managing the round time. 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) Details are not shown).

  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 short-time game end condition determining means MP52 has a short-time number counter MP52c capable of counting the short-time number. Here, the “specific game” means, for example, a probability variation game in which a lottery probability for a special game is higher than that in a normal game or a time shortening game in which the variation time of the main game symbol is relatively shorter than that in a normal game. Point to.

  Here, in the present embodiment, during the time reduction 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 variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the open extension time of the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is relatively extended (open 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 for which the change start condition is satisfied). Means MB11b-H.

  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. First and second main game shared peripheral device C, which is a shared peripheral device on the second main game side, auxiliary game peripheral device H related to auxiliary games, sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM, sub sub control unit SS (and effect display device SG) and the like. 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, hold prefetch effect execution control means SM26 for executing the hold prefetch effect, background effect display control means SM23 that controls background image determination processing and display control processing, notification effect content determination processing, and It has a notice effect display control means SM24 that controls the display control process, and a reach effect display control means SM25 that controls the determination process of the reach effect contents and the display control process.

  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. The drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b for temporarily storing various information (variation mode information, stop symbol information, various flags, etc.), and the drawing variation time management timer SM21t for timing the variation time of the decorative symbols; ,have. 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 has a drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b for temporarily storing information relating to the hold related to the decorative design.

  Next, the hold pre-reading effect execution control means SM26 temporarily stores information related to the hold pre-reading and the hold pre-reading effect execution enable / disable determining means SM26k for determining whether or not the hold pre-reading effect can be executed (for example, a hold display mode change effect). Pre-read related information temporary storage means SM26b.

  Next, the background effect display control means SM23 temporarily stores information related to the background effect display content determining means SM23n for determining the display content of the background effect based on the information from the main control board M side. And background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b.

  Next, the notice effect display control means SM24 is based on the information from the main control board M side, the notice effect display content determining means SM24n for determining the display content and display timing of the notice effect, and the information related to the notice effect display. Is temporarily stored in advance notice related information SM24b.

  Next, the reach effect display control means SM25 is based on information from the main control board M side, reach effect display content determining means SM25n for determining the display content and display timing of the reach effect, and information related to the reach effect display. Reach production related information temporary storage means SM25b.

  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).

  From here, an example of a general processing flow in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described using a flowchart. The flowchart is mainly composed of processing steps (illustrated by rectangles), judgments (illustrated by diamonds), flow lines (arrows), terminals indicating start / end / return, etc. (illustrated by rounded rectangles). . Moreover, when the details are illustrated in another flowchart among the processing steps, those referring to the other flowchart are illustrated as a subroutine (illustrated by a rectangle in which the left and right lines are double lines). . Here, in the development stage of gaming machines, gaming machines with different specifications are also developed at the same time, but in this example, a subroutine ( (Subroutines that are not normally used) are not left behind, and processing related to unused subroutines that are not normally executed due to noise or fraudulent actions is prevented from being executed.

  First, 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 the game machine is turned on and initialized (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board M confirms the input port of the RAM clear button and the reset button (RAM clear) of the power supply unit E. Button) has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed intentionally by a game hall manager or the like. In the case of Yes in step 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.

  It should be noted that the initial value of the temporary storage area (RAM or the like) mounted on the main control board M is preferably configured not to be a value at which a special game is executed (immediately after starting the program processing, noise or fraudulent behavior). In order to prevent the special game from being erroneously executed when the process for determining whether to execute the special game has been executed.

  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. In the control command transmission process, the order in which commands are received on the sub-main control unit SM side is important (for example, the process is normally executed by receiving another command after receiving a certain command). In some cases, the commands are transmitted in the order in which the main control board M determines to transmit the commands (in the order in which the commands are set).

  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 entrance determining means MJ11-H determines whether or not a game ball enters (inflow, passes in the case of a gate) at 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 how many pieces are held, 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 opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-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. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H to determine whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the auxiliary gaming symbol holding means MJ32-H accesses the auxiliary gaming symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H and determines whether or not there is a holding ball related to the auxiliary gaming symbol. . In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary gaming symbol determination means MN41-H refers to the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H to determine the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (flag state of the auxiliary gaming 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 game 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. Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H sends the auxiliary game symbol change management timer MP11t-C to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C based on the auxiliary game side game state (the flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is on, and 30 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) related to the variable time is set. In step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means 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 gaming symbol holding means MJ32-H updates the holding information recorded in the auxiliary gaming symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H after subtracting 1 from the holding ball related to the auxiliary gaming symbol. At the same time, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H, and then starts the auxiliary game symbol variation display on the auxiliary game symbol display section H21g.

  Next, at step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C 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. In 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 opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “winning”. In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B determines the second main game based on the game state on the auxiliary game side (the flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 6 seconds when the auxiliary game short time flag is on, 0.5 seconds when the auxiliary game short time flag is off, and the predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric character in the start opening electric member release timer MP22t-B. Second). 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 combination opening / closing control means MP20-B opens the second main game start port electric combination B11d. Next, in step 1238, the second main game start port electric player opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main game start port electric player opening timer MP22t-B, and determines the electric player's opening time. It is determined whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1238, in step 1240 and step 1242, 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 turns the auxiliary game state temporarily. The open flag of the electric accessory in the flag area of the storage means 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 1238. If NO in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224. If NO in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230, or step 1238, 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).

  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 sequentially acquired 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 1312, the hold control means MJ30 pre-determines the stored hold prefetch group based on the gaming state and hold information (variation mode determination random number).

  Here, the hold prefetch group is a group that distinguishes whether or not the prefetch effect is to be executed when determining whether or not the prefetch effect can be performed on the sub-main control unit SM side. In this example, the variation mode related to the hold whose hold prefetch group is group 1 (group A) is a relatively short variation time, and the change mode related to the hold whose hold prefetch group is group 3 (group C). Is a relatively long variation time. That is, when the variation time of the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is a relatively short time, the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is assigned to group 1 (group A). ) Is transmitted to the sub-main side as group 3 (group C) in the case of a random value having a relatively long variation time. In the case of a random value that does not correspond to any of group 1 (group A) and group 3 (group C), the reserved prefetch group becomes group 2 (group B). In addition, the fluctuation related to the hold whose hold prefetch group is group 3 is a relatively long fluctuation time even when the number of holds at the start of the change is large (for example, the number of holds is 2 or 3). It becomes. In this embodiment, there is a possibility that a prefetch effect is executed only for the hold of the group 3 whose definite change time is relatively long (the hold prefetch group table). (Refer to the main game table 3 in FIG. 12). In the following, the hold (or change) that becomes the hold-read-ahead group of group N (N is an alphanumeric character) is simply referred to as the hold (or change) of group N (for example, hold of group 1, hold of group 2, group 3 And so on). In addition, in the second embodiment to be described later, it is supplemented that the configuration in which the pre-reading effect can be executed for the group C hold (the hold on the second main game side) is also described.

  Next, in step 1324, the hold control means MJ30 sends a command related to a new hold occurrence (a hold occurrence command of the first main game content determination random number, a command related to hold prefetch group information, etc.) to the sub-main control unit SM. 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 1326, the second main game start entrance entering determination means MJ11-B enters the second main game start entrance entrance 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 determines the main game (particularly 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 the success / failure lottery random number, the symbol lottery random number, and the variation mode lottery random number are acquired as in the first main game content determination means. Incidentally, the acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and the acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, the first lottery random number for the first main game and the right lottery random number for the second main game) Are set to the same range. Next, in step 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 1334, the hold control means MJ30 pre-determines the stored hold prefetch group based on the gaming state and hold information (variation mode determining random number).

  Next, in step 1336, the hold control means MJ30 sends a command related to a new hold occurrence (a hold occurrence command of the second main game content determination random number, a command related to hold prefetch group information, etc.) to the sub-main control unit SM. The command is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission (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).

  In step 1308 and step 1318, the first main game content determination random number is stored and the second main game content determination random number is stored, but the main game content determination random number is stored in the RAM storage area of the main control board. Is stored, and only the information related to the “main game content determination random number” is stored in the byte storing the information related to the main game content determination random number (various timers). It is preferable to configure such that other information such as value is not stored) (when operating another data stored in the same 1 byte, information related to the main game content determination random number is rewritten due to noise or the like) To prevent it). In addition, with respect to the winning lottery random number, the change of the gaming state (from the gaming state related to the hold that has already been recorded) between the acquisition of the winning lottery random number and the execution of the winning lottery related to the winning lottery random number. Since not only the change but also the game state may change due to the newly generated hold, the game state at the time of the lottery execution related to the lottery random number may be unpredictable). Until the process is executed, the lottery random number is stored.

  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 process). Next, at step 1410-1, the success / failure lottery means MN10 refers to the first main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-B) corresponding to each gaming state. Based on 1 main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, a winning lottery random number), a main game symbol winning lottery is executed.

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game success / failure lottery table 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 1410-2, the first main game symbol determining means MN41-A (second main game symbol determining means MN41-B) makes the first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game). With reference to the symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B), the main game symbol is determined based on the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number). Stop symbols are determined, and these 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. It should be noted that the number of special game rounds determined with reference to the main game symbol is 2R for 4A and 5A, 8R for 4B and 5B, and 16R for 7A and 7B. In addition, regarding the lost symbols, two types of “FA / FB” are determined on the first main game side, whereas only one type of “F” is determined on the second type game side. Has been. 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}. In addition, after the special game related to the “4A” symbol is finished, the game shifts to a non-probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state, and after the special game related to the “5A” symbol is finished, the game moves to a probability variation / non-time-reduced game state. In either case, it is configured to execute substantially the same effects. As a result, it becomes difficult for the player to determine whether the special game related to the jackpot symbol, “4A” symbol or “5A” symbol, has been executed (so-called “hidden state” is created), and the interest of the game is improved. It becomes.

  Next, in Step 1410-3, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A (second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B) draws the first main game variation mode determination lottery corresponding to each game state. Refer to the table MN51ta-A (the 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) (especially the variation The main game symbol variation mode is determined based on the 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 1414.

  Here, FIG. 12 (main game table 3) is an example of a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, the main game symbol variation mode (variation time) is based on the main game symbol success / failure lottery result, the symbol, the main game short flag state, and the number of holds at the start of variation. It is configured to be determined. In other words, when the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result is a win, it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long. Further, when the main game short time flag is ON (short time game state), it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short. In addition, when the number of holdings is 2 to 3, it is configured such that a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short as compared with the case where the number of holdings is 0 to 1 is easily determined. In addition, a relatively short variation time is selected for the variation related to the loss symbol FA, and a relatively long variation time is selected for the variation related to the loss symbol FB. This example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of stop symbol, the selection rate, or the like. Further, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time-reduced game state (when the main game short-time flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long {the symbol variation on the second main game side Is configured to be advantageous for the player, it is easy for the second main game side to be suspended by reducing the symbol variation efficiency on the first main game side (advantageous for the player). It 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 order to establish the situation.

  Further, as shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the hold prefetch group is determined by the random number for determining the variation mode. In the case of the random number value in which the variation time of the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is relatively short, the reservation prefetch group is assigned to the first main game symbol (first group game). In the case of a random value having a relatively long variation time of (2 main game symbols), it is configured to be transmitted to the sub-main side as group 3 (group C). In the case of a random value that does not correspond to any of group 1 (group A) and group 3 (group C), the reserved prefetch group becomes group 2 (group B).

  Next, in step 1414, the game content determination means MN sends the symbol variation display start instruction command (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information) temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. The information related to the determined main game symbol such as the variation mode information and the command related to the current gaming state) is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM side (control command transmission in step 1930) (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM side by processing). Next, in step 1416, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sets a predetermined time related to the main game symbol variation time 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 (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 the 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 1428, 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, at 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. 13 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, at step 1452, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b and determines whether or not the main game probability change flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1470, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1470, in step 1472, the specific game control means MP50 decrements (decrements) the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1474, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value (remaining time reduction count) is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1474, in step 1476 and step 1478, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. (Step 1500). In addition, also in the case of No in step 1452, step 1470, or step 1474, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 14 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 1514, the special game control means MP30 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 1518, the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1520, 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 1522, 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. 15 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, immediately before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, the special game execution means MP33 opens the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b in the release pattern (the main game symbol stop symbol is displayed). In the case of 4A or 5A, an opening pattern of “0.2 second open → 1.0 second closed → 0.2 second open → closed”, and when the main game stop symbol is 7A, 4B, 5B or 7B, “29 .Opening pattern “Open for 0 seconds → Closed”) is set. 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) of the first big prize opening C10 to make the first big prize winning. The mouth C10 (or the second grand prize opening C20) is opened, the special game timer MP34t (particularly, the opening time timer) is set to a predetermined time (for example, 29 seconds), and the process starts. 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, 29 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. 16 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the stop symbol is a probable big hit symbol (after the execution of the special game is finished, the probability variation game state is reached). It is determined whether or not the jackpot symbol to be transferred is 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B) in this example. In the case of Yes in step 1652, 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, and proceeds to step 1656. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1652, that is, in the case where the stop symbol is a non-probable variation big hit symbol (a big hit symbol that does not shift to the probability variation gaming state after the execution of the special game, 4A / 4B in this example) 1656.

  Next, in step 1656, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the stop symbol is a probable change / time and jackpot symbol (the probability change after the execution of the special game is completed). It is a jackpot symbol that shifts to a gaming state and a time-saving gaming state, and in this example, it is determined whether or not it is 5B, 7A, 7B). If Yes in step 1656, the process proceeds to step 1666. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1656, in step 1658, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the stop symbol is a non-probable change / time and college bonus symbol (special It is determined whether the game is a jackpot symbol that shifts to a non-stochastic game state and a time-reduced game state after completion of the game, and in this example, it is 4B). In the case of Yes in step 1658, in step 1660, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number (in this example, 50 times) to the counter value of the time-count counter MP52c, and proceeds to step 1666. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1658, in step 1662, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the stop symbol is a latent probability variation big hit symbol (non-probability variation). If a big win is won in a gaming state and a non-time-reduced gaming state, the gaming state after the jackpot will be a probability-variable gaming state and a non-time-reduced gaming state, while a non-stochastic variable gaming state and a non-time If the jackpot is won when the game is not a shortened game state, the game state after the jackpot is a jackpot symbol in which the game state is a probability-variable game state and a time-shortened game state, and in this example, whether the game is 5A) or not. judge. In the case of Yes in step 1662, in step 1664, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and the game state at the time of winning the big hit that triggered the special game that has been executed is changed in probability. It is determined whether or not the game state. If Yes in step 1664, the process proceeds to step 1666.

  Next, in step 1666 and step 1668, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and performs the next processing (step 1910). Note that if the answer is No in Step 1662 or Step 1664, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in Step 1910).

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 17 to 27, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described. First, FIG. 17 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. 9A is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after resetting when the gaming 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). Next, in step 2003, the sub-main control unit SM restores the holding number (for example, the drawing holding counter value) based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side) (after the RAM is cleared). In this case, since the number of reservations on the main control board M side is zero, an initial value of 0 is set). In addition, the information related to the effect that is being executed or the look-ahead effect is not restored (and the information related to the pending content is not retransmitted from the main side), and the “preparing” screen is displayed until the start of the next change. . With this configuration, when a power interruption occurs during the execution of the hold pre-reading effect as described later, information stored on the sub side is lost. , There is no information indicating that the trigger is on hold (in this embodiment, the winning winning pre-fetch lottery executed in step 2164 described later, and the on-hold pre-production effect is held) The hold display mode is changed from hold with high expectation (for example, Zako hold or red star hold) to normal hold (for example, white hold). As a result, there is a discrepancy between the hold information stored on the main side and the hold information stored on the sub side due to power interruption (for example, due to power interruption or noise at power recovery). However, it is possible to avoid a situation in which a high expectation hold display is executed on the sub side while the low expectation degree is changing on the main side. In addition, the process at the time of a power interruption is not limited to this, It is comprised so that the display mode of a high expectation hold | maintenance can be maintained, without deleting the information which concerns on a hold pre-reading effect after a power failure return. Also good. In such a configuration, for example, a subsidence area is provided on the sub side where information can be maintained even during power interruption, and information related to performance is backed up in the retreat area when a power interruption occurs, and power interruption recovery is performed. It may be configured to restore backed up information from time to time. In addition, it may be configured so that information related to the content of the hold is received again from the main side at the time of power failure recovery, at the start of change, at the time of change stop, at the time of occurrence of hold (even for hold other than the newly generated hold) Good. Note that if a power interruption occurs while the decorative symbol is changing, and if it does not have a function to maintain the information at the time of the interruption, it will remain dark until it receives the change end command from the main side. A screen (for example, a screen that displays “in preparation” or the like) will be displayed}. Thereafter, the process proceeds to a loop process for repeatedly executing (b) which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit SM.

  Here, when (b) is executed, as shown in the process of (b) of the figure, first, in step 2050, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM performs background effect control processing to be described later. Execute. Next, in step 2100, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a hold information management process described later. 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 2300, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a hold display mode change control process to be described later. Next, in step 2400, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a pending digest transmission image display control process to be described later. Next, in step 2500, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display control process to be described later. Next, in step 2600, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a special game related display control process to be described later. Next, in step 2900, the sub game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes a display command transmission control process (transmits commands set in these series of subroutines to the sub-sub control unit SS side). The repetition processing routine is terminated.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit SM employs a form in which the sub-main routine (S2100 to S2900) is loop-processed after reset. Further, the process of FIG. 5C 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 a terminal of the CPU of the sub main control unit SM (in this example). , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (c). 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. 18 is a flowchart of the background effect control process according to the subroutine of step 2050 in FIG. First, in step 2052, 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 giant zone end reservation flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2052, in step 2054, 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 giant zone flag is on. If Yes in step 2054, the process proceeds to step 2066.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 2054, in Step 2056, the background effect display control means SM23 decorates the decoration based on the drawing variation time management timer SM21t and the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether or not the symbol variation start timing has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2056, in step 2058, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b and holds the trigger within the hold {in this embodiment, a prize to be executed at 2164 described later) It is determined whether or not there is a hold (group 3 hold) which is a hold that has been won in the time-reading lottery and is expected to have a relatively long change time. In the case of Yes in step 2058, in step 2060, the background effect display control means SM23 executes a giant zone transition lottery to win with a predetermined probability (1/3 in this example). Next, in step 2062, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the lottery result in step 2060 and determines whether or not the giant zone shift lottery has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2062, in step 2064, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the giant zone flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to step 2066.

  Next, in step 2066, the background effect display control means SM23 uses “giant zone background” {normal stage background image (in this example, a background image related to a flat ground stage, a space stage, a volcanic stage, which will be described later) as a background effect. And a background image that suggests that there is a trigger hold (a hold with a high expectation level that is a big hit) within the hold}. Next, in step 2068, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the fluctuation related to the trigger hold has ended. If “Yes” in step 2068, the process proceeds to step 2072. Even in the case of No in step 2052, in step 2070, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the giant zone end reservation flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and goes to step 2072. Transition.

  Next, in Step 2072 and Step 2074, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the giant zone flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and sets a predetermined background effect ( For example, the background effect set before the “giant zone background” is set), and the process proceeds to step 2082. Note that the process also proceeds to step 2082 if step 2056 or step 2068 is No.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2058 or step 2062, in step 2076, the background effect display control means SM23 executes a stage transition lottery to win with a predetermined probability (in this example, 1/20) (the stage transition lottery is Will be executed at the beginning of the fluctuation). Next, in step 2078, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the lottery result in step 2076 and determines whether or not the stage transition lottery has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2078, in step 2080, the background effect display control means SM23 loops through each stage in the order of a predetermined stage transition pattern (for example, flat stage → space stage → volcanic stage → flat stage). Based on the pattern), the background effect is set, and the routine proceeds to step 2082. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2078, the process proceeds to Step 2082.

  Next, in step 2082, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command for displaying the set background effect on the effect display device SG (in the display command transmission control process of step 2900, the sub-sub control unit SS side). Is transmitted), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2100).

  Next, FIG. 19 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 from the main control board M side, a command (first main game symbol or second main game symbol) related to the new hold occurrence. It is determined whether or not (holding information relating to a game symbol) has been received. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the 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 2106, the drawing hold information display control means SM22, based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side, holds hold information (especially hold prefetch group information related to the main game symbol lottery), It is temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2150, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 executes a winning prefetch determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2120.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2102, in step 2110, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and has received a symbol variation display start instruction command from the main control board M side? Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2110, in step 2112, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2114, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 changes the hold information (particularly the display mode and hold prefetch group information) related to the symbol change to “holding digestion transmission image information” {the start change. Information related to the “pending digest transmission image” that continuously displays the pending display of digested suspension during the starting variation (after the starting variation is started and the suspension is digested)} Are temporarily stored (overwritten and stored) in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. Next, in step 2116, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 deletes the hold information (particularly the display mode and hold prefetch group information) related to the symbol variation from the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, Shift the rest of the pending information. Next, in step 2118, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 turns on the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to step 2120. Note that if the result of step 2110 is No, the process proceeds to step 2120.

  Next, at step 2120, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 makes full use of the effect display means SS based on the hold display mode stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b (particularly on the effect display device SG). In the first hold display unit SG12, the second hold display unit SG13), a command for displaying the same number of hold display images as the drawing hold counter value in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b is set (display command in step 2900). Is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the transmission control process), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2200).

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of a winning prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2150 in FIG. Here, this process will be described in two parts: a process related to the prohibition condition of the pre-read lottery and a process related to the pre-read lottery. In the process related to the prohibition condition of the former prefetch lottery, first, in step 2156, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold is the second main game. It is determined whether or not it is a holding (holding that is digested with priority over the first main game holding). In the case of Yes in step 2156, in step 2158, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current gaming state is not the time-reduced gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2158, in step 2160, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the hold before the new hold is the hold related to the lost symbol “FA”. It is determined whether or not there is no hold that becomes a big hit before the new hold, a hold that can be a long fluctuation time, or a trigger hold. If Yes in step 2160, the process proceeds to step 2162.

  Next, in the processing related to the latter prefetch lottery, first, in step 2162, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold prefetch group is determined. Determining whether or not it is group 3 {The fluctuation related to the hold whose hold prefetch group is group 3 is even when the number of holds at the start of the change is large (for example, the number of holds is 2 or 3) A relatively long variation time}. In the case of Yes in step 2162, in step 2164, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k has a predetermined probability (for example, 2/3 if the hold is a big hit hold, 1/8 if the hold is lost). A pre-read lottery is performed when winning a prize. Next, in step 2166, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k determines whether or not the winning prefetch lottery is won. In the case of Yes in step 2166, in step 2168, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k adds information indicating “trigger hold” to the new hold selected in the change stop pre-read lottery and holds the hold. The display mode is determined as “yellow zako hold” and stored in the hold information temporary storage area of the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Here, the trigger hold is a hold that has been won in the winning look-ahead lottery, and is a hold in which the display mode of the hold can be different from the normal hold. Next, in step 2172, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k determines whether the new hold (trigger hold) is successful and the hold change plan until the trigger hold is digested based on the current hold number ( For example, the execution plan of the production such as green zako hold at the start of the next change, change to red zako hold at the start of the change, etc.) is determined and stored in the hold information temporary storage area of the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2200).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2156 (when the new hold is the second main game hold), in step 2174, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k is temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Information indicating “trigger hold” is deleted from the information related to the first main game hold that has been made (if there is no hold with information indicating that the trigger is on hold, this processing is executed Without changing to the next process), the hold display mode is changed to “normal hold” (for example, white hold) and stored in the hold information temporary storage area of the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, at step 2176, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k turns on the giant zone end reservation flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to step 2178. Note that if the result of step 2158, step 2160, step 2162 or 2166 is No, the process proceeds to step 2178.

  Next, at step 2178, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines that the new hold display mode of the hold is “normal hold” (for example, white hold), and stores the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. The information is stored in the hold information temporary storage area, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2120). Here, the processing of step 2174 and step 2176 is newly generated in the second main game side preferential digestion gaming machine as in the present embodiment when there is a hold on the second main game side (occurrence). In order to digest the hold on the second main game side first, the planned change order is not achieved, and a pre-read effect (for example, a hold display mode change effect based on the hold change plan) is not normally executed over a plurality of changes. This is a configuration for avoiding the situation.

  Next, FIG. 21 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 drawing display content determination means SM21n displays the hold information temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b (for example, the fluctuation mode of the fluctuation received from the main side, whether or not it is correct, and the design. Based on this information), the decoration pattern variation mode is determined. Next, in step 2208, based on the result of the decorative symbol determination and the variation pattern of the decorative symbol, the main effect content is determined with reference to the main effect table in the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, the display update timing, And the display update content is set (temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b).

  Here, FIG. 22 is an example of the main effect table referred to in the present embodiment. As shown in the figure, it is configured to be able to determine the display update content, display update timing, display update timing of decoration symbols, etc. for the effect in the fluctuation. It should be noted that the content of the notice effect to be executed during the period indicated as “* notice effect 1” in the figure is determined in the process of step 2210 described later.

  Next, in step 2210, the drawing display content determination means SM21n draws and determines the content of the notice effect to be executed during the change. Here, as shown in the image image of the notice effect on the right side of the figure, in this example, the contents of the notice effect that can be executed differ depending on the image (so-called stay stage) set as the background effect. . The lottery for the announcement effect to be executed may be executed on the basis of an appropriate random number acquired on the sub main control unit SM side, the result of the change, the winning symbol, the change time, or the like. Here, the content of the notice effect provided with a star in the image diagram is the specific notice effect in this example, and is configured such that a different specific notice effect can be executed based on the stay stage (specific notice effect) Will be described later in the processing). It should be noted that during the period when the giant zone background in which the pre-reading effect is being executed is displayed, the specific notice effect is not executed, but the present invention is not limited to this example. Alternatively, a specific notice effect (for example, a specific notice effect corresponding to the content of the prefetch effect) may be executed. Further, the content of the notice effect (in this example, an effect that can be executed before the battle reach effect or the like) is not limited to this, and for example, a pseudo-continuous effect may be executed (in that case, You may change the hold digest transmission image and hold display mode to be described later in the pseudo-continuous effect, or change the hold digest transfer image and hold display mode to be described later by the notice effect that is executed during the pseudo continuous effect Also good).

  Next, in step 2212, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the “pending digest transmission image information” temporarily stored in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and the change is a change related to the trigger hold. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 2212, in step 2214, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b (or the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b), and determines whether or not the change is relevant. Based on the “pending digest transmission image information” regarding the mode or the notice effect, the suspended digest transmission image change plan (for example, when pseudo-simultaneous symbols are stopped: yellow zako on hold → green zako hold, button hit during reach: green zako hold → The execution plan of the effect such as change to red star hold) is determined, stored in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and the process proceeds to Step 2216. In the case of No in step 2212, the process proceeds to step 2216.

  Next, in step 2216 and step 2218, 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 and changes the display mode within the hold. The process execution flag is turned on, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2300). Note that, also in the case of No in step 2202, the process proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2300).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the hold display mode change control process according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the flag area of the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the in-hold display mode change processing execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current gaming state is not a time-reduced gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2304, in step 2306, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b and determines whether or not there is a trigger hold in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2306, in step 2308, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 confirms the hold change plan stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2310, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 determines whether or not the hold display mode is scheduled to be changed during the change based on the hold change plan.

  In the case of Yes in step 2310, in step 2312, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and the specific notice effect (see FIG. 21) during the notice effect performed during the change. ) Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 2312, in step 2314, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 specifies the specific notice effect based on the notice mode temporarily stored in the figure change time management timer SM21t and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. It is determined whether or not the execution timing has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2314, the process proceeds to step 2318 (the hold display mode is changed in conjunction with the execution of the specific notice effect).

  Here, FIG. 24 is an image of change in hold in the specific notice effect. In this example, an explanation will be given by taking an example in which the display mode of the hold is changed by a grassland notice in a flat zone (especially, a grassland notice in which a snake as a specific notice effect appears). First, in a state where there is a trigger hold in the hold, the fluctuation related to the hold before the trigger hold starts {in this example, the display mode of the trigger hold at this time is the normal hold (white hold)}.

  Next, the grass spot notice, which is the notice effect during the change, is executed, and an image for searching for something by scraping the grass spot is displayed.

  Next, an image is displayed in which a snake appears (because the expectation that is a big hit during the change is “low”) from behind the grass.

  Here, when there is no plan to change the hold display during the change, an image in which the snake appearing from behind the grass leaves the screen is displayed, and the notice effect is ended.

  On the other hand, when there is a plan to change the hold display during the change, unlike the case described above, an image in which a snake appearing from behind the grass jumps into hold (trigger hold that is normally held at this time) is displayed. Thereafter, the display mode of the hold (trigger hold) in which the snake jumped in is changed and displayed in a hold display mode (Zako hold in this example) different from the normal hold. In addition, you may comprise so that the production | generation (what is called a gaze production | presentation) which does not change the display mode of a hold | maintenance may be performed even if the said specific notice production | presentation is performed.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2312 (when the specific notice effect is not executed during the change), in step 2316, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 can execute the general-purpose hold change effect (can be executed independently of other effects). In addition, it is an effect that can be executed in any effect stage. For example, a command for displaying an effect that explodes on hold is set (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS in the display command transmission control process in step 2900). Then, the process proceeds to step 2318.

  Next, in step 2318, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 changes the display mode of the trigger hold based on the hold change plan stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the drawing hold information is displayed. Store in the temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2320, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 turns off the on-hold display mode change processing execution flag in the flag area of the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and performs the next process (step 2400). The process proceeds to (1). In the case of No in step 2304, step 2306, or step 2310, the process proceeds to step 2320, and in the case of No in step 2302 or step 2314, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2400).

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the pending digest transmission image display process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 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 2402, in step 2404, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the flag area of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and whether or not the hold digest transmission image display flag is off. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 2404, in step 2406, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the hold digest transmission image based on the hold digest transmission image information temporarily stored in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. (Initial display mode) is determined. Here, the hold digest transmission image is an image that continuously displays the hold related to the change even during the change (after the change starts and the hold related to the change is digested). . By displaying the hold digest transmission image, the player can easily recognize that the change is a change related to Zako hold even during a change related to hold (for example, Zako hold) whose display mode has changed within the hold. During the change, an effect of changing the display mode of the pending digest transmission image can be executed.

  Next, in step 2408, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 turns on the hold digest transmission image display flag in the flag area of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and proceeds to step 2410. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2404, the process proceeds to step 2410.

  Next, in step 2410, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and confirms the hold digest transmission image change plan. Next, in step 2412, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 determines whether or not there is a plan to change or delete the display mode of the hold digest transmission image during the change based on the hold digest transmission image change plan. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2412, in step 2414, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 is based on the drawing change time management timer SM21t and the hold digest transmission image change plan, and the display mode change timing of the hold digest transmission image (for example, Then, it is determined whether or not a re-variation start after the pseudo continuous symbol temporary stop display, a predetermined period of execution of a predetermined effect, or a predetermined period of reach effect) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2414, in step 2416, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 changes the hold digest transmission image display mode change condition (for example, pressing of the sub input button during the predetermined period, maximum hold number, etc.) It is determined whether or not the above is satisfied. In the case of Yes in step 2416, in step 2418 and step 2420, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 sets a command for displaying a general hold change effect (for example, an effect in which the hold explodes) (display command transmission in step 2900). Is transmitted to the sub-sub-control unit SS in the control process), and the display mode of the reserved digest transmission image is changed based on the reserved digest transmission image change plan (for example, red star hold, green zako hold, no display, etc. Change to the display mode) and store it in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the process proceeds to Step 2230. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2412 or Step 2416, the process proceeds to Step 2430.

  Here, FIG. 26 is an image diagram of the pending digest transmission image change. The change in the display mode of the pending digest transmission image in the present embodiment is configured to be executed according to the flow illustrated in FIG. In this example, the battle effect does not end in the first half, but shifts (develops) to the battle effect (second half) (for example, when the effect of the drawing variation mode A4 in FIG. 22 is executed. The result may be a pattern in which the result is lost. First, the fluctuation related to the trigger hold (currently Zako hold) starts, and Zako hold is displayed as a hold digest transmission image.

  Next, a battle effect (first half) is executed as the effect during the change. In this example, when the hold digest transmission image is Zako hold, the display mode of the Zako hold can be changed by pressing the sub input button a predetermined number of times during execution of the battle effect (first half) in the change. It is configured. In this example, a predetermined effect can be executed by pressing the sub input button during execution of the battle effect (first half), but an effect that prompts the player's operation (pressing the sub input button) Since it is not particularly executed, the operation of the sub input button is an input of a so-called hidden command (back button).

  If you press the button repeatedly (press the sub-input button a predetermined number of times) during the execution of the battle production (first half), each time you press the sub-input button, an attack is applied to the Zako hold displayed as the hold digest transmission image The effect image is displayed.

  Next, when the number of times the sub input button is pressed in the battle effect (the first half) reaches a predetermined number, an image of exploding Zako hold that is a reserved digest transmission image is displayed, and based on the reserved digest transmission image change plan, The display mode of the hold digest transmission image is changed and displayed (for example, the display mode of the hold is changed to red star hold or no display). Even after the transition to the battle effect (second half), the reserved digest transmission image will be displayed (or not displayed) in the display mode after the display mode is changed {the player who enters the hidden command Since there is an intention of predicting the jackpot expectation degree of the fluctuation depending on the display mode of the transmission image, the suspended digest transmission image is continuously displayed in the display mode after the display mode change even after shifting to the battle effect (second half). }.

  On the other hand, if the button is not repeatedly hit in the battle effect (first half) (or the number of consecutive hits is less than the predetermined number), the Zako hold, which is the hold digest transmission image, will automatically explode at the timing of shifting to the battle effect (second half). An image is displayed and the display of the pending digest transmission image is erased. (Don't dare to press the button, so that the player who enjoys not expecting the big hit expectation of the change, the pending digest transmission image change plan is considered. The display is erased regardless of the content of). In this example, the expectation degree of jackpot holding for Zako is medium, and the expectation degree for hitting red star is high. In addition, when the battle effect (the second half) is executed, the big hit expectation degree increases at a stretch as compared with the case where the battle effect (the first half) is executed. Here, in the situation where the jackpot expectation level has risen due to the transition to the battle stage (second half), if the display of Zako hold with a medium level of jackpot expectation level is continued, the battle stage is a stage effect with a high level of jackpot expectation level. Although it may impair the interest of the (second half), a stage with a high degree of expectation {this example, battle stage (second half)} is not expected at the timing of the start (in this example Zako hold) By erasing, such a situation can be avoided. Although not particularly illustrated in this example, even if the number of times the sub input button is pressed is less than the predetermined number, the display status change timing of the pending digest transmission image is based on the pending digest transmission image change plan. You may comprise so that the display mode of a pending | holding digestion transmission image can be changed automatically. In such a configuration, for example, the display mode of the pending digestion transmission image is automatically changed only when a change to a display mode that suggests that the degree of expectation of jackpot in the fluctuation is high is scheduled. You may comprise. In addition, when the button is not repeatedly hit (or the hit count is less than the predetermined number), the display mode of the pending digest transmission image is automatically changed at a predetermined timing only when the fluctuation is a big hit or a probable big hit. It may be configured as described above (so-called accurate production can be executed).

  Further, when the transition to the battle effect (the second half) is made without going through the battle effect (the first half) {For example, although not particularly shown in FIG. 22, the drawing change start (all rows) → the notice effect 1, the provisional provisional Stop display (left column) → Drawing temporary stop display (right column) → Reach development → Battle reach (second half) image display → Drawing temporary stop display (middle row) → Executing effects according to the result → Drawing confirmation When performing an effect that is displayed (all columns)}, that is, when a period of button striking {in this example, a battle effect (first half)} does not exist, and a transition is made to a battle effect (second half) At the timing of the transition to the battle production (second half), the Zako hold, which is the hold digest transmission image, automatically explodes, and the display mode of the hold digest transmission image is changed and displayed based on the hold digest transfer image change plan. It will be. Although not particularly illustrated in this example, the number of times the sub input button SB is pressed to change the display mode of the hold digest transmission image has a high degree of expectation for jackpot in the fluctuation (the hold display with high expectation). It may be configured such that a larger number of times can be selected more easily (when the mode can be changed to hold). Although not specifically shown in this example, when the display mode of the reserved digest transmission image changes, in addition to the general-purpose hold change effect, an effect suggesting the content of the change (for example, when Zako hold explodes) It may be configured to execute a disapproval notice to issue a line. The contents suggested by the ending magic notice suggest the jackpot expectation level of the change and the production contents scheduled to be executed (for example, “Achichi!” = 60% expectation degree of jackpot expectation, “Congratulations!” = If you do not press the sub-input button by the player, the player will hit the jackpot related to the change. Assuming that the degree of expectation is not expected, it is preferable that the terminal magic notice related to the jackpot expectation degree of the change is not executed (only the terminal magic notice related to the performance contents scheduled to be executed can be executed). That is, only when the display mode of the pending digest transmission image is changed by the player's operation, the notice effect related to the big hit expectation degree of the change may be executed based on the result of the change.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart, in the case of No in step 2414 (when it is not the timing to change the display mode of the pending digest transmission image), in step 2422, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 displays the pending digest transmission image display mode. It is determined whether or not it is time to erase the. In the case of Yes in step 2422, in step 2424, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the display state deletion condition of the hold digest transmission image (for example, the sub input button is not pressed during the predetermined period, the number of times the sub input button is pressed). Is less than a predetermined number of times, etc.). In the case of Yes in step 2424, in step 2426 and step 2428, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 sets a command for displaying a general-purpose hold change effect (for example, an effect in which the hold explodes) (display command transmission in step 2900). Sent to the sub-sub control unit SS in the control process), and the display mode of the pending digest transmission image is changed to "no display" (regardless of the content of the pending digest transmission image change plan, it is changed to "no display") ) Temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the process proceeds to Step 2230.

  Next, in step 2430, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 sets a command for displaying the hold digest transmission image based on the display mode of the hold digest transmission image temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. (Sent to the sub-sub control unit SS in the display command transmission control process in step 2900), and proceeds to the next process (process in step 2500). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2402, in step 2432, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 turns off the holding digest transmission image display flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. . Next, in step 2434, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 changes the display mode of the hold digest transmission image to “no display” and temporarily stores it in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2436, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the hold digest transmission image based on the display mode of the hold digest transmission image temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b (this process). Then, a command to be used to hide the pending digest transmission image 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 (process in step 2500) Migrate to

  Next, FIG. 27 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 the drawing variation time management 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 2512, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms the timer value of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2514, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the decorative symbol change start timing based on the drawing change time management timer SM21t and the change mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether it has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2514, in step 2516, 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). The process proceeds to step 2526.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2514, in step 2518, the decoration symbol display control means SM21 decorates the decoration based on the drawing variation time management 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 symbol stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2518, in step 2520, 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 of step 2900). The process proceeds to step 2526.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2518, in step 2522, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and reach effect display control means SM25), the drawing change time management timer SM21t and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b (and reach effect). Based on the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the related information temporary storage means SM25b), it is determined whether or not the display timing of the preview image and the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2522, in step 2524, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and the reach effect display control means SM25) set the image display command related to the notice image and the reach image related to the timing (the display command of step 2900). In the transmission control process, it is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and the process proceeds to Step 2526. Note that if the result in Step 2522 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2526.

  Next, in step 2526, 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 2526, in step 2528, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (deterministic display command) (transmits to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2900). To do). Next, in step 2530, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2532, 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 2600 processing). To do. Note that if the answer is No in step 2510 or step 2526, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2600).

  Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2600 in FIG. First, in step 2602, 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 2602, in step 2604, 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 2604, in step 2606 and step 2608, 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. The 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 2610. In the case of No in step 2602, the process proceeds to step 2610.

  Next, in step 2610, 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 2612, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command for displaying the effect related to the special game being executed based on the game state at the time of winning the big hit being won and the big hit symbol being stopped ( Is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2900). Next, in step 2614, 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 2614, in step 2616, the background effect display control means SM23 performs jackpot end display on the effect display device SG (performs appropriate display based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2618, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special game flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2700). . Note that if the answer is No in step 2604 or step 2614, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2700).

  With the configuration as described above, according to the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, a hold on the sub-main control unit SM side with respect to a hold with a high degree of expectation that is a big hit (especially a hold on the first main game side). When a predetermined notice effect (in this example, a specific notice effect, especially a low-expected notice effect) is executed, the predetermined notice effect is displayed. Along with the movement of the image, the display mode of the hold can be changed and displayed. As a result, even if it is a notice effect with a low expectation degree of big hit in the fluctuation, the display mode of the hold may be changed, so that the player's interest in the notice effect can be increased and the fun of the game is improved. It becomes possible. Also, when the jackpot expectation rises after the transition to the battle stage (second half), if the display of Zako hold with a medium jackpot expectation level is continued, the battle stage is a stage effect with a high jackpot expectation level. Since there is a possibility that the interest of the (second half) may be impaired, even if there is no operation by the player, a high-expected production (in this example, battle production (second half)) is started at a timing when the expectation is not high ( In this example, Zako hold) is not displayed, and the interest of the production can be prevented from being impaired. In addition, it is a condition that the player performs a predetermined operation (for example, pressing the sub input button SB a predetermined number of times) during a period in which the predetermined effect {eg, battle reach (first half)} is being performed. Since the display mode of the pending digest transmission image can be changed, it can be a player participation type effect, and the player who does not want to know the jackpot expectation level of the change by the effect can perform the predetermined operation. By not, it is possible to provide a game that can be selected such that the display mode of the reserved digest transmission image becomes an effect that does not suggest the degree of expectation of jackpot (for example, deletion of the reserved digest transmission image).

(Second Embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment, in the non-probability variation / non-time-shortened gaming state, it is configured to be able to execute an effect of changing the display mode of the hold that is a variation mode with a high expectation level that is a big hit, The execution form of the prefetch effect is not limited to this, and it is preferable to execute the hold prefetch effect for the player's profit different from the present embodiment during the time-saving gaming state. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a second embodiment, and only differences from the present embodiment will be described in detail below. Here, in 2nd Embodiment, a predetermined | prescribed effect (SP battle reach mentioned later) is performed in the state (state mentioned below which is a crack hold state) in which the display mode of the hold digest transmission image is different from the normal hold. In such a case, since the player's profit is relatively large jackpot (in this example, 16R jackpot), the player is determined to hold (or hold) It is supplemented that the game is desired to execute the SP battle reach effect in the variation related to the crack hold when the digestion transmission image) becomes the crack hold.

  First, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of Step 2100 in FIG. 17 in the second embodiment. First, the difference from the present embodiment is about step 2107 (second) and step 2700 (second), and the purpose is the case where the gaming state is the time-reduced gaming state and the non-time-reduced gaming state. In some cases, different hold prefetching processes can be executed. That is, after temporarily storing the hold information from the main side, in step 2107 (second), the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the current gaming state is reduced in time. It is determined whether or not the gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2107 (second), the process proceeds to step 2150. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2107 (second), in step 2700 (second), the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 executes a pre-short time winning prefetch determination process to be described later, and proceeds to step 2120.

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the pre-reading determination process at the time of short and medium winning according to the subroutine of Step 2700 (second) in FIG. 29 (second) in the second embodiment. Here, this process will be described in two parts: a process related to the prohibition condition of the pre-read lottery and a process related to the pre-read lottery. In the process related to the prohibition condition of the former prefetch lottery, first, in step 2702, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold is the second main game. It is determined whether it is on hold. In the case of Yes in step 2702, in step 2704, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not there is a trigger hold in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2704, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether there is a hold that becomes a big hit in the hold before the new hold. . If Yes in step 2706, the process proceeds to step 2708.

  Next, in the process related to the latter prefetch lottery, first, in step 2708, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold prefetch group is determined. Group C hold {The change related to the hold whose hold prefetch group is group C is relatively long even when the number of holds at the start of the change is large (for example, the number of holds is 2 or 3). It is determined whether it is a hold that becomes a big hit in which a special game of 8 rounds or more is executed. If Yes in step 2708, the process proceeds to step 2712. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2708, in step 2710, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the new hold is a hold that causes a loss. judge. If YES in step 2710, the process proceeds to step 2712.

  Next, in step 2712, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k wins with a predetermined probability (for example, if the hold is a big hit hold where a special game of 8 rounds or more is executed, 2/3, if it is a loss hold) Will be selected with a probability of 1/20). Next, in step 2714, the pending pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines whether or not the winning pre-read lottery is won. In the case of Yes in step 2714, in step 2716, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k will add “trigger hold” to the new hold won in the winning pre-read lottery stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Is added and stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. In other words, in the second embodiment, only a hold that becomes a big hit or a loss that holds a special game of 8 rounds or more becomes a trigger hold and the display mode can change (in this example, 2 rounds). During this period, a special winning game in which a special game that makes it difficult to obtain a prize ball is executed is not a trigger holding.

  Next, in step 2718, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and based on whether the new hold (trigger hold) is successful and the number of holds at the present time, A hold change plan until the trigger hold is consumed (for example, the initial display mode is a normal hold and a change execution plan such as a change to crack hold at the start of the next change) is determined, and the drawing hold information is temporarily stored. It memorize | stores in means SM22b, and transfers to step 2120.

  On the other hand, if step 2702, step 2704, step 2706, step 2710 or step 2714 is No (if the new hold is not a trigger hold), in step 2720, the hold prefetch effect execution feasibility determining means SM26k The hold display mode related to the hold is determined as “normal hold” (for example, white hold), stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the process proceeds to the next process (step 2120).

  Next, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 17 in the second embodiment. First, the difference from the present embodiment is about step 2211 (second), and the purpose is to determine the content of the effect determined when the effect content related to the change is determined (when the effect is determined at the start of the change). Is configured to be able to transmit information related to the sub-sub-control unit SS. That is, in step 2210, the content of the notice effect to be executed during the change is determined by lottery, and in step 2211 (second), the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the effect determination content information command (determined starring). (Information related to output, stop symbol, notice effect, etc.) is set (sent to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2900), and the process proceeds to step 2212 (note that the sub-sub control unit SS side) Will be described later).

  Next, FIG. 32 is a main effect table (particularly a table related to an effect executed during symbol variation on the second main game side in the time-saving game state) in the second embodiment. As shown in the figure, in the variation related to the b2 or B3 in the drawing variation mode, it is configured to execute an effect asking whether or not to develop into SP battle reach. In this example, it is determined that a big hit will be made by the change at the time when the production is developed in SP battle reach, and thereafter, the big hit in the change is a high profit big hit (for example, a special game of 8 rounds or more). The SP battle reach effect is executed as an effect of whether or not it is a big hit to be executed (the contents of the effect will be described later in FIG. 35).

  Next, FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the pending digest transmission image display process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. 17 in the second embodiment. First, the difference from this embodiment is about step 2440 (second) to step 2448 (second), and the purpose is to sub-subtract the timing of the display mode change of the pending digest transmission image during the time-saving gaming state. The configuration is such that a command to be determined on the control unit SS side can be transmitted. That is, after confirming the temporarily stored hold digest transmission image change plan in step 2410, in step 2440 (second), the drawing hold information display control means SM22 sets the flag of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. With reference to the area, it is determined whether or not the pending digest transmission image change related processing completion flag is off. If Yes in step 2440 (second), the process proceeds to step 2412. On the other hand, if No in step 2440 (second), the process proceeds to step 2430.

  If it is determined in step 2412 that there is a plan to change or delete the display mode of the hold digest transmission image during the change, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 in step 2442 (second) With reference to the storage means SM11b, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is not the short-time gaming state. If Yes in step 2442 (second), the process proceeds to step 2414. On the other hand, if No in step 2442 (second), in step 2444 (second), the drawing hold information display control means SM22 changes the hold digest transmission image temporarily stored in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. Based on the plan, the pending digest transmission image display mode after the display mode change and the pending change timing determination request command are set (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process in step 2900). Next, in step 2446 (second), the drawing hold information display control means SM22 turns on the hold digest transmission image change related processing completion flag in the flag area of the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the next process The process proceeds to (Step 2500).

  If NO in step 2402, in step 2448 (second), the drawing hold information display control means SM22 sets the hold digest transmission image change related process completion flag in the flag area of the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Turn off and go to step 2432. By configuring in this way, the display mode change timing of the pending digest transmission image is not determined on the sub main control unit SM side, but the determination of the timing is left to the sub sub control unit SS side.

  Next, FIG. 34 (second) is a main flowchart on the sub control board S side (particularly on the sub sub control unit SS side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process in FIG. 9A is a main process on the sub-sub control unit SS side that is executed after resetting, such as when the power to the gaming machine is turned on. That is, at the time of powering on the gaming machine, in step 3002, the sub-sub control unit SS executes initial processing based on information received from the sub-main side (sub-main control unit SM side) (for example, an initial display screen is displayed). set. Thereafter, the process proceeds to a loop process for repeatedly executing (b), which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-sub control unit SS.

  Here, when (b) is executed, as shown in the process of FIG. 5B, first, in step 3004, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS starts a new effect from the sub-main side. It is determined whether a determination content information command has been received. In the case of Yes in step 3004, in step 3006, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS sets the image related to the received command content in the image display schedule, and proceeds to step 3008. In the case of No in step 3004, the process proceeds to step 3008. Here, the image display schedule is a timing (period) for displaying image (moving image) data held on the sub-sub control unit SS side based on information related to the effect determined on the sub-main control unit SM side. It is the information memorized together. In this example, in the image display schedule, the timing (period) is stored in units of frames (for example, 1/60 seconds or 4 ms, which are examples of the period of timer interrupt processing described later), A frame (a frame serving as a trigger) that can change the display mode of the transmission image is set. Based on the timer value, the sub-sub control unit SS draws an image of a frame to be displayed in the display area SG10. In this example, only display control of effects in the sub-sub control unit SS is illustrated. Although not specifically shown in the present example, the display control of the decorative symbol is not a timer value but a command from the sub main control unit SM side, unlike display control by the image display schedule (management on the sub sub side). The display update content and the display update timing are managed on the sub-main control unit SM side. Note that this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the display control of decorative symbols may be configured to be managed on the sub-sub control unit SS side. It is desirable to manage the display control of the decorative design with an image display schedule different from the image display schedule of (or notice effect).

  Next, in step 3008, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS determines whether or not a command related to a new image display has been received from the sub-main side. In the case of Yes in step 3008, in step 3010, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS sets (or deletes and updates) the image related to the received command content in the image display schedule, and proceeds to step 3012. . In the case of No in step 3008, the process proceeds to step 3012.

  Next, in step 3012, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS determines whether or not a new hold change timing determination request command has been received from the sub-main side. In the case of Yes in step 3012, in step 3014, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS derives an arbitrary hold display change point during the effect based on the image display schedule (for example, the drawing variation shown in FIG. 32). When the change of the reserved digest transmission image is executed during the variation according to the aspect B3, the frame that switches from the SP battle reach development to the SP battle reach image display is derived as the hold display change point). Next, in step 3016, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS changes the image related to the reserved digest transmission image after any hold display change point during the effect, and sets it in the image display schedule. Next, in step 3018, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS sets a general-purpose hold change effect (for example, an effect that the reserved digest transmission image explodes) in the image display schedule at the arbitrary hold display change point. , The process proceeds to step 3020. In the case of No in step 3012, the process proceeds to step 3020. Next, in step 3020, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS displays an image on the effect display device based on the image display schedule and the current timer value, and ends the sub-sub routine (b).

  As described above, the sub-sub control unit SS adopts a form in which the sub-sub routine (S3004 to S3020) is loop-processed after reset. Further, the process of FIG. 8C is an interrupt process of the sub sub control unit SS, and the signal from the STB signal line in the sub main control unit SM described above is a terminal of the CPU of the sub sub control unit SS (in this example, This is a process flow (c) in the case of being connected to the (NMI terminal). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub sub control unit SS (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 3030, the sub sub control unit SS receives a command input port (described above) from the sub main control unit SM side. Check the data signal line input port). In step 3032, the sub sub control unit SS temporarily stores the command transmitted from the sub main control unit SM side in the RAM on the sub sub control unit SS side based on the confirmation result, and is executed immediately before the interrupt process. Return to the process that was being performed.

  Next, the process of FIG. 9D is a timer interruption process of the sub-sub control unit SS. That is, a timer interrupt is generated at a predetermined cycle (for example, 1/60 seconds or 4 ms), and in step 3040, the sub-sub control unit SS updates the timer value and proceeds to the process executed immediately before the interrupt process. Return. This example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the image display process may be executed during the timer interruption process.

  Next, FIG. 35 is an image diagram of the SP battle scolding effect that is executed when the second main game side changes during the time-saving game state. In this example, a description is given of a case where a silhouette effect (an effect that inquires whether or not an enemy character appears) is executed during a change related to a hold (trigger hold) in which the hold display mode is different from the normal hold mode. To do. Also, in this example, during time-reduced games (particularly during probability fluctuation / time-reduced gaming state), when an enemy character appears, the symbol is tempered and the production develops into SP battle reach, and the change can be a big hit. After that, the SP battle reach effect is executed as an effect of whether or not the big hit in the change becomes a high profit big hit (for example, a big hit in which a special game of 8 rounds or more is executed). It is supplemented that it is constituted so that. First, the fluctuation related to the trigger hold (crack hold) starts, and the crack hold is displayed as the hold digest transmission image.

  Next, a decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed on the left column, and an image that looks like a silhouette of an enemy character is displayed on the background. Next, the appearance of the silhouette that has appeared is displayed in an enlarged manner, and an effect (tempered tingling effect) that starts whether an enemy character appears and shifts to SP battle reach (a big hit in the change becomes definite) is started. .

  Next, an image closer to the silhouette is displayed, and an effect that creates an atmosphere in which enemy characters are likely to appear is executed as an SP battle effect.

  Thereafter, when the variation is a loss variation, the silhouette image is erased without an enemy character appearing, and the symbol does not become a template, and is stopped and displayed in a scattered manner. The crack hold displayed as the hold digest transmission image is deleted by the start of the next change.

  On the other hand, if the change is a big hit change, after the SP battle strike effect, the symbol is stopped and displayed in the right column to become a temper, and an enemy character appears and moves to the SP battle reach. In this case, on the sub-sub control unit SS side, the appearance timing of the enemy character (the timing at which the player is informed that the change is a big hit in the variation) is determined as the display mode change timing of the pending digest transmission image, and the image is displayed. The schedule is set. As a result, an image in which the pending digest transmission image (crack suspension that is a trigger suspension) explodes simultaneously with the appearance of the enemy character and the display mode of the retained digest transmission image is changed (for example, changed to red star suspension). indicate. In addition, in this example, the case where the silhouette effect (the effect of scolding whether or not an enemy character appears) is executed before the transition to the reach effect is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the roulette effect Various effects such as (an effect that indicates which effect is to be executed from among a plurality of effect candidates) can be executed. Therefore, an effect that needs to be executed in synchronism with the timing of the effect {in this example, a change in the display mode of the reserved digest transmission image (which becomes a decisive hit with a high profit)} If it is executed prior to the start of the battle reach, it is expected that the subsequent production will be expanded (SP battle reach will be started), and the stuttering production such as silhouette production and roulette production will be meaningless. turn into. Here, as in this example, the display timing change effect execution timing of the pending digest transmission image is executed on the sub-sub control unit SS that is executing the image display control (it is easy to grasp the execution timing of the turn effect etc.) Therefore, display control can be executed in accordance with the execution of other effects. Note that in this example, a hold that becomes a big hit in which a special game that makes it difficult to obtain a prize ball that opens the big winning opening shortly for 2 rounds is not a trigger hold (a hold whose display mode can be changed). When a SP battle reach is performed due to a change related to crack holding, a notice that the change is a big hit in which a special game of 8 rounds or more is executed is definitely notified to the player. It will be done. Further, by changing the display mode of the pending digest transmission image at that timing and displaying it, an effect that further enhances the excitement of the player is executed. In this example, only the case where the jackpot in which the special game of 8 rounds or more is executed is determined is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in this example, the first main game side holding (and holding digest transmission image) in the non-time shortening gaming state (especially non-probability variation / non-time shortening gaming state), and the time shortening gaming state (especially the probability Changes in the display mode of the hold (and hold digest transmission image) on the second main game side during the fluctuation / time reduction game state) are both normal hold → first change hold (Zako hold, crack hold) → second change The change transition is on hold (red star hold), but the second change hold display mode suggests the expectation level that will be a promising big hit and the expected number of rounds of special games that will be executed if the big hit. Production {For example, hold digest transmission image (or hold) is yellow hold: probability change expectation 20%, green hold: probability change expectation 50%, red hold: probability change expectation 70%, gold hold: probability change expectation 85%, rainbow Color hold: Probability expectation is 100% Production} {For example, the reserved digest transmission image (or hold) is yellow hold: 16R (maximum number of rounds) special game expectation 20%, green hold: 16R special game expectation 50%, red hold: 16R Special game expectation 70%, golden hold: 16R special game expectation 85%, iridescent hold: 16R special game expectation 100% effect} may be executed. Further, in such a configuration, even if the display mode is the same, for the holding on the first main game side in the non-time-reduced gaming state (particularly, the non-probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state) It may be configured to notify the jackpot expectation level instead of the number of rounds executed in the special game when it becomes {For example, the hold digest transmission image (or hold) is yellow hold: the jackpot expectation 20%, green hold : Expected big hit 50%, Red hold: Expected big hit 70%, Golden hold: Big hit expected 85%, Rainbow hold: Big hit expected 100%}. In the case of a display mode (for example, rainbow-colored hold) that has the highest expectation even if the hold is on the first main game side in a non-time-reduced gaming state (particularly, non-probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state) Also, an expectation level that is a probable variation jackpot and an expectation level that is a 16R jackpot may be suggested (for example, the probability variation jackpot determination, the 16R jackpot determination, etc.).

  With the configuration as described above, in the gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the first main game side hold (trigger hold) in the non-time-reduced gaming state (particularly, non-probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state) While the change in the display mode indicates that there is a possibility of a big hit in the change related to the hold of the trigger, the hold (trigger on the second main game side in the time reduction game state (particularly, the probability change / time reduction game state)) The change in the display mode of “pending” is executed as an effect suggesting the player's profit (for example, the number of rounds of a special game executed when the big hit is made) in the variation related to the hold of the trigger Is done. As a result, on-hold change effect that matches the current gaming state {non-time shortened gaming state (especially non-stochastic fluctuation / non-time shortened gaming state), whereas the player wants to first hit a big hit Therefore, in the time-saving gaming state (especially probability fluctuation / time-saving gaming state), the next big hit is almost deterministic, especially the big hit with a large profit (a big hit with a large number of rounds executed or a promising big hit) Therefore, it is possible to execute an effect that suggests the possibility of a game result desired by the player, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game. In this example, the hold display mode on the first main game side and the hold display mode on the second main game side are configured to be the same display mode (red star hold in this example). Even in the same hold display mode, the contents suggested by the hold differ depending on the gaming state.

  In this example, the sub-sub control unit SS determines the timing of the change in the display mode of the hold on the second main game side (trigger hold) in the time-saving game state (particularly, the probability variation / time-saving game state). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the execution timing of the hold change during the specific notice effect described in the present embodiment (and the second embodiment) and other notice effects is set to the sub-sub control unit SS side. It may be configured to be determined. With such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the burden on the sub-main control unit SM side at the start of variation for executing lottery and determination of various effects. When the execution timing of the effect is determined on the sub-sub control unit SS side, it is preferable to transmit the determined execution timing of the effect to the sub-main control unit SM side (need to be executed simultaneously with the effect) Controls such as sound effect playback and game effect lamp lighting are executed on the sub-main control unit SM side). Alternatively, control related to effects other than image display, such as sound effect playback and game effect lamp control, is also performed on the sub sub control unit SS side (or from either the sub main control unit SM side or the sub sub control unit SS side). Also, it may be configured to execute. Moreover, although it is only an example, in this example, the general-purpose hold change effect is an effect that can be executed at any timing regardless of the game state, the first main game / second main game, the effect being executed, etc. I will supplement that.

  Further, in this example, the first main game side holding (and holding digest transmission image) in the non-time shortening gaming state (particularly, non-probability variation / non-time shortening gaming state), and the time shortening gaming state (particularly, Changes in the display mode of the hold (and hold digest transmission image) on the second main game side during the probability variation / time shortening game state) are both normal hold → first change hold (Zako hold, crack hold) → second Although the change transition is change hold (red star hold), the trigger for changing the display mode is different. In this example, for the hold on the first main game side in the non-time-reduced gaming state, the display mode may change based on the player's operation (whether or not the sub input button is pressed), while For the hold on the second main game side (and the hold digest transmission image), the display mode is at the timing managed on the sub-sub control unit SS side based on the effect being executed, regardless of the player's operation. It can change. Moreover, in this example, the display mode of the second change hold is a display mode common to the hold on the first main game side and the hold on the second main game side (red star hold in this example), while the first The display mode of change hold is configured to be different from each other (in this example, zako hold and crack hold). By configuring in this way, the variation of the display mode is increased for the first change hold to be focused on whether or not the second change hold is made in accordance with the gaming state (the display mode of the normal hold is also included). On the other hand, understand that the second change hold that suggests the possibility of the game result desired by the player is advantageous to the player by using a common display mode. It is possible to provide a game that is easy to play. Note that the display mode of the hold (and the hold digest transmission image) is not limited to this example, and a common display mode and a dedicated display mode may be taken.

<Summary>
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;
An information display unit capable of displaying information (for example, an effect display device SG);
An operation unit that can be operated by the player (for example, the sub input button SB);
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-main control unit SM) for controlling information display on the information display unit (for example, effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10), Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
When random numbers are acquired by random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. Temporary random number storage means (for example, first main game symbol hold means MJ32-A, second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B) for temporarily storing the acquired random number and controlling the hold to occur,
When a variable display start condition of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game, etc.) is determined according to the determination result based on the random number related to the certain hold. Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display stop identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the symbol display part B21g),
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);
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission) for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information executed on the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) to the side of the sub-game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) Control means MT),
The sub game unit (for example, the sub main control unit SM)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
An image displayed on the information display unit (for example, the effect display device SG) when the variable display start condition for the identification information related to the hold on the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) side is satisfied, On-hold image display control means (for example, on-hold digest display notification image, which is an image that can be continuously displayed during the variation display of identification information performed when the variable information start condition of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied) A drawing hold information display control means SM22),
As a display mode of the notification image at the time of on-hold digestion, it has at least a first display mode and a second display mode indicating that the execution expectation level of the special game is relatively higher than that of the first display mode. When the display mode of the image is the first display mode and the predetermined operation is performed by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB), the display mode of the on-hold digestion notification image is set to the first display mode. On the other hand, when the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image is the first display mode, a predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed. Is configured to maintain the display mode of the notification image during suspension digestion in the first display mode,
The case where a predetermined operation is performed by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) and the display mode of the on-hold digestion notification image is changed from the first display mode to the second display mode, It is a case where the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed and the suspended digestion is performed later than when the display mode of the notification image during the suspended digest is maintained in the first display mode. The pachinko gaming machine is configured so that the hour notification image is continuously displayed over a long period of time.

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;
A main game 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 main game identification information;
An information display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying information, having at least a secondary game identification information display unit (decorative symbol display area SG11) capable of variably displaying and stopping the secondary game identification information;
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-main control unit SM) for controlling information display on the information display unit (for example, effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10), Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
When random numbers are acquired by random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variable display start condition of the main game identification information Random number temporary storage means for temporarily storing the obtained random number until satisfaction is satisfied and controlling the suspension to occur (for example, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32-A, the second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B) )When,
When the variable display start condition for main game identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the main game identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit, for example) is determined according to the determination result based on the random number related to the certain hold. The main game identification information display control means (for example, the first game identification information display control unit B21g) controls to stop and display the main game stop identification information after the main game identification information is variably displayed on the second main game symbol display unit B21g). Second main game symbol control means MP11-C),
When the main game stop identification information stopped and displayed on the main game 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, Special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30) capable of executing advantageous special games;
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission) for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information executed on the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) to the side of the sub-game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) Control means MT),
The sub game unit (for example, the sub main control unit SM)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
During the period in which the main game identification information is variably displayed, the sub game identification information is variably displayed on the sub game identification information display section (decorative symbol display area SG11), and then the sub game identification information is stopped and displayed. Sub-game identification information display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21) for controlling
An effect moving image display control means (for example, image display) for controlling to display a series of moving images on the information display unit (for example, the effect display device SG) during the period in which the sub game identification information is variably displayed. Control means SS20);
An image corresponding to a hold that does not yet satisfy the variable display start condition of the main game identification information, or a hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the main game identification information and the variable display start condition of the main game identification information A hold image display control means (for example, a drawing hold information display control means SM22) that can display an image corresponding to the hold that does not satisfy as a hold image on the information display unit (for example, the effect display device SG); ,
A holding image display mode changing unit (for example, a holding pre-reading effect execution control unit SM26) that changes a display mode of the holding image that satisfies a predetermined display mode changing condition among the holding images;
When the predetermined display mode change condition is satisfied, it does not depend on the change display timing and stop display timing of the secondary game identification information, and at a predetermined timing during the period in which the series of moving images are displayed. The pachinko gaming machine is configured to change the display mode of the hold image.

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;
Variable prize opening (for example, first big prize opening C10, second big prize opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
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;
An information display unit capable of displaying information (for example, an effect display device SG);
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-main control unit SM) for controlling information display on the information display unit (for example, effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10), Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
When random numbers are acquired by random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. Temporary random number storage means (for example, first main game symbol hold means MJ32-A, second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B) for temporarily storing the acquired random number and controlling the hold to occur,
When a variable display start condition of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game, etc.) is determined according to the determination result based on the random number related to the certain hold. Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display stop identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the symbol display part B21g),
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 variable winning opening (for example, the first large game symbol display unit A21g) Special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30) capable of executing a special game that makes the winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) advantageous to the player;
The game state after the execution of the special game has a normal game state and a specific game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state. After the execution of the special game, either the normal game state or the specific game state Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling to be
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission) for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information executed on the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) to the side of the sub-game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) Control means MT),
The sub game unit (for example, the sub main control unit SM)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
Corresponding to an image that corresponds to a hold that does not yet satisfy the variable display start condition of the identification information, or a hold that satisfies the variable information start condition of the identification information and a hold that does not yet satisfy the variable display start condition of the identification information A hold image display control means (for example, a drawing hold information display control means SM22) capable of displaying an image to be displayed as a hold image on an information display unit (eg, an effect display device SG);
A holding image display mode changing unit (for example, a holding pre-reading effect execution control unit SM26) that changes a display mode of the holding image that satisfies a predetermined display mode changing condition among the holding images;
When the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is in the normal game state, the display mode of the reserved image is changed to the display mode indicating the execution possibility of the special game while the display mode of the reserved image is changed. When the part (for example, the main control board M) is in the specific game state, when changing the display mode of the reserved image, the execution contents of the special game scheduled in the future and / or the special game scheduled in the future It is configured to be able to change to a display mode that indicates the game state after the execution of the game, and the display mode that indicates the possibility of execution of the special game and the execution contents and / or future schedule of the special game scheduled in the future The pachinko gaming machine is configured such that the display mode indicating the game state after the completion of the execution of the special game can be the same display mode.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (4)
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;
An information display unit capable of displaying information (for example, an effect display device SG);
An operation unit that can be operated by the player (for example, the sub input button SB);
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-main control unit SM) for controlling information display on the information display unit (for example, effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10), Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
When random numbers are acquired by random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. Temporary random number storage means (for example, first main game symbol hold means MJ32-A, second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B) for temporarily storing the acquired random number and controlling the hold to occur,
When a variable display start condition of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game, etc.) is determined according to the determination result based on the random number related to the certain hold. Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display stop identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the symbol display part B21g),
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);
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission / reception) for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information executed on the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) to the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) Control means SM40),
The sub game unit (for example, the sub main control unit SM)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission control means MT) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side,
There are a plurality of types of performance patterns as performance patterns that suggest or notify the possibility of executing a special game, and any one of the plurality of types of performance patterns is executed within a period in which the identification information is variably displayed. Effect display control means (for example, effect display control means SM20) for controlling
An image displayed on the information display unit when a change display start condition of identification information related to a hold on the main game unit (for example, main control board M) side is satisfied, and a change display of the identification information related to the hold The hold image display control means (for example, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 capable of displaying the hold digest notification image, which is an image that can be continuously displayed during the variation display of the identification information performed when the start condition is satisfied. )
As a display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion, at least a first display mode and a second display mode different from the first display mode, and the display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion is the first display mode When the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is performed, the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image can be changed from the first display mode to the second display mode. If the display mode of the hour notification image is the first display mode and the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed, the display mode of the hold digest time notification image is changed to the first display mode. Configured to maintain in one display mode,
When a predetermined effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, an operation effective period that is a period for enabling a predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is provided. On the other hand, when a specific effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, the operation effective period is not provided, and is suspended when the specific effect pattern is executed. When the display mode of the digestion notification image is the first display mode, even if the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed, the suspension digest notification image The pachinko gaming machine is configured to change the display mode from the first display mode to the second display mode.

M main control board, MJ game information control means MJ10 entry determination means,
MJ11-A 1st main game start entrance entrance judging means MJ11-B 2nd main game start entrance entrance judging means, MJ11-H Auxiliary game entrance entrance entrance judging means MJ11-C10 1st grand prize entrance entrance judgment Means, MJ11-C20 second prize winning entrance determination means MJ20 random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ21-A first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B second main game random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ21-H Game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ30 Hold control means, MJ31 Hold digest control means MJ31j Fluctuation start condition satisfaction determination means, MJ32 Symbol hold means MJ32-A First main game symbol hold means, MJ32b-A First main game symbol hold information temporarily Storage means MJ32-B second main game symbol hold means, MJ32b-B second 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 win / fail lottery means MN11-A first main game pass / fail lottery means, MN11ta-A first main game pass / fail lottery table MN11-B second Main game success / failure lottery means, MN11ta-B Second main game success / failure lottery table MN11-H Auxiliary game success / failure 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 MN41-H Auxiliary game symbol determination Means, MN41ta-H Auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN50 Fluctuation mode determination MN51-A first main game variation mode determination means MN51ta-A first main game variation mode determination lottery table, MN51-B second main game variation mode determination means MN51ta-B second main game variation mode determination lottery Table, MN51-H auxiliary game variation mode determination means MN51ta-H auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table, MP game progress means MP10 display control means, MP11-C first and 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 port electric player opening / closing condition determining means, MP22t-B Second main game start port electric player opening timer MP30 Special game controller , MP31 Condition determining means MP32 Special game content determining means, MP32ta Special game content reference table MP33 Special game execution means, MP33-C First and second big prize opening electric player opening / closing control means MP33c Winning ball counter, MP34 special game time Management means MP34t Special game timer, MP50 Specific game control means MP51 Probability change end condition determination means, MP52 Time / short end condition determination means MP52c Time / count counter, MB Game state temporary storage means MB10-C First and second main game state temporary storage Means, MB11b-C first / 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 controller MT10 command transmission buffer, MH prize ball payout determining means A first main game peripheral device, A10 first main game start port A11s first main game start port entrance detecting 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 Second main game start port B11s Second main game start port entrance detection device, B11d Second main game start port electric Item B20 second main game symbol display device, B21g second main game symbol display unit B21h second main game symbol holding display unit, C first and second main game shared peripheral device C10 first big prize opening, C11s first prize Grand Prize Opening Detection Device C11d First Grand Prize Opening Electric Appliance, C20 Second Grand Prize Opening C21s Second Grand Prize Opening Winning Detection Device, C21d Second Grand Prize Opening Electric Holder H Auxiliary Game Peripherals, H10 Auxiliary game starting opening H11s auxiliary game starting opening ball entrance detection device, H20 auxiliary game pattern display device H21g auxiliary game symbol display unit, H21h auxiliary game symbol reservation display unit S sub-control board, SM effect display control unit (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 Drawing variation time management timer SM22 Drawing hold information display control means, SM22b Drawing hold information temporary storage means SM26 Hold prefetch effect execution control means, SM26k Hold prefetch effect execution feasibility determination means SM26b Prefetch related information temporary storage means, SM23 Background effect display control means SM23n Background effect display content determining means, SM23b Background effect related information temporary storage means SM24, notice effect display control means, SM24n, notice effect display content determining means SM24b, notice effect related information temporary storage means, SM25 Reach effect display control means SM25n Reach effect display content determination means, SM25b Reach effect related information temporary storage means SM40 Information transmission / reception control means SS Effect display means (sub-sub control section), 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 reserved display portion SG13 second reserved display portion KH Prize ball payout control board KE Prize ball payout device

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
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,
An information display section capable of displaying information;
An operation unit that can be operated by a player;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A sub-game unit that controls information display on the information display unit;
With
The main game department
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the start opening;
When a random number is acquired by the random number acquiring means, the random number temporarily storing means for temporarily storing the acquired random number until the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied, and controlling the hold to occur,
When the variable information display start condition for a certain hold is satisfied, the stop information is stopped and displayed after the identification information is displayed variably on the identification information display unit in accordance with the determination result based on the random number related to the hold. Identification information display control means for controlling
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit is in a predetermined mode, special game control means capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player;
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information to be executed on the sub-game unit side to the sub-game unit side;
With
The subsidiary game department
Game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game department side;
There are a plurality of types of performance patterns as performance patterns that suggest or notify the possibility of executing a special game, and any one of the plurality of types of performance patterns is executed within a period in which the identification information is variably displayed. Production display control means for controlling
An image that is displayed on the information display unit when the variable display start condition for the identification information related to the hold on the main game unit side is satisfied, and is executed when the variable display start condition for the identification information related to the hold is satisfied. A hold image display control means capable of displaying a notification image at the time of hold digestion, which is an image that can be continuously displayed during the variable display of identification information
With
As a display mode of the notification image at the time of on-hold digestion, it has at least a first display mode and a second display mode different from the first display mode,
When the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image is the first display mode when a predetermined display pattern is executed among the plurality of types of display patterns during the variation display of the identification information, the predetermined by the operation unit Is configured to be able to change the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image from the first display mode to the second display mode,
When the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image is the first display mode when a specific effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed during the variation display of the identification information, the operation unit Even when the predetermined operation is not performed, the display mode of the on-hold digestion notification image can be changed from the first display mode to the second display mode.
It is a pachinko game machine characterized by that.
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In addition, although the different aspect different from this aspect is listed below, it can implement without being limited to these at all.
Pachinko gaming machine according to the present alternative embodiment,
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;
An information display unit capable of displaying information (for example, an effect display device SG);
An operation unit that can be operated by the player (for example, the sub input button SB);
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-main control unit SM) for controlling information display on the information display unit (for example, effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10), Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
When random numbers are acquired by random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. Temporary random number storage means (for example, first main game symbol hold means MJ32-A, second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B) for temporarily storing the acquired random number and controlling the hold to occur,
When a variable display start condition of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game, etc.) is determined according to the determination result based on the random number related to the certain hold. Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display stop identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the symbol display part B21g),
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);
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission / reception) for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information executed on the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) to the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) Control means SM40),
The sub game unit (for example, the sub main control unit SM)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission control means MT) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side,
There are a plurality of types of performance patterns as performance patterns that suggest or notify the possibility of executing a special game, and any one of the plurality of types of performance patterns is executed within a period in which the identification information is variably displayed. Effect display control means (for example, effect display control means SM20) for controlling
An image displayed on the information display unit when a change display start condition of identification information related to a hold on the main game unit (for example, main control board M) side is satisfied, and a change display of the identification information related to the hold The hold image display control means (for example, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 capable of displaying the hold digest notification image, which is an image that can be continuously displayed during the variation display of the identification information performed when the start condition is satisfied. )
As a display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion, at least a first display mode and a second display mode different from the first display mode, and the display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion is the first display mode When the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is performed, the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image can be changed from the first display mode to the second display mode. If the display mode of the hour notification image is the first display mode and the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed, the display mode of the hold digest time notification image is changed to the first display mode. Configured to maintain in one display mode,
When a predetermined effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, an operation effective period that is a period for enabling a predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is provided. On the other hand, when a specific effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, the operation effective period is not provided, and is suspended when the specific effect pattern is executed. When the display mode of the digestion notification image is the first display mode, even if the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed, the suspension digest notification image The pachinko gaming machine is configured to change the display mode from the first display mode to the second display mode.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
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,
An information display section capable of displaying information;
An operation unit that can be operated by a player;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A secondary game unit that controls information display on the information display unit,
The main game department
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the start opening;
When a random number is acquired by the random number acquiring means, the random number temporarily storing means for temporarily storing the acquired random number until the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied, and controlling the hold to occur,
When the variable information display start condition for a certain hold is satisfied, the stop information is stopped and displayed after the identification information is displayed variably on the identification information display unit in accordance with the determination result based on the random number related to the hold. Identification information display control means for controlling
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit is in a predetermined mode, special game control means capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player;
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information to be executed on the subsidiary game side to the subsidiary game side,
The subsidiary game department
Game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game department side;
There are a plurality of types of performance patterns as performance patterns that suggest or notify the possibility of executing a special game, and any one of the plurality of types of performance patterns is executed within a period in which the identification information is variably displayed. Production display control means for controlling
An image that is displayed on the information display unit when the variable display start condition for the identification information related to the hold on the main game unit side is satisfied, and is executed when the variable display start condition for the identification information related to the hold is satisfied. A hold image display control means capable of displaying a notification image during hold digestion, which is an image that can be continuously displayed during variable display of identification information,
As a display mode of the notification image at the time of on-hold digestion, it has at least a first display mode and a second display mode different from the first display mode,
When the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image is the first display mode when a predetermined display pattern is executed among the plurality of types of display patterns during the variation display of the identification information, the predetermined by the operation unit Is configured to be able to change the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image from the first display mode to the second display mode,
When the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image is the first display mode when a specific effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed during the variation display of the identification information, the operation unit Even if the predetermined operation by is not performed , it is configured to change the display mode of the on-hold digestion notification image from the first display mode to the second display mode ,
The effect display content displayed when the specific effect pattern is executed is configured not to include a part of the effect display content displayed when the predetermined effect pattern is executed < It is a pachinko gaming machine characterized by this.
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In addition, although the different aspect different from this aspect is listed below, it can implement without being limited to these at all.
The pachinko gaming machine according to this different 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;
An information display unit capable of displaying information (for example, an effect display device SG);
An operation unit that can be operated by the player (for example, the sub input button SB);
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-main control unit SM) for controlling information display on the information display unit (for example, effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10), Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
When random numbers are acquired by random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. Temporary random number storage means (for example, first main game symbol hold means MJ32-A, second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B) for temporarily storing the acquired random number and controlling the hold to occur,
When a variable display start condition of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game, etc.) is determined according to the determination result based on the random number related to the certain hold. Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display stop identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the symbol display part B21g),
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);
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission / reception) for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information executed on the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) to the side of the secondary game unit (for example, sub-main control unit SM) Control means SM40),
The sub game unit (for example, the sub main control unit SM)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission control means MT) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side,
There are a plurality of types of performance patterns as performance patterns that suggest or notify the possibility of executing a special game, and any one of the plurality of types of performance patterns is executed within a period in which the identification information is variably displayed. Effect display control means (for example, effect display control means SM20) for controlling
An image displayed on the information display unit when a change display start condition of identification information related to a hold on the main game unit (for example, main control board M) side is satisfied, and a change display of the identification information related to the hold The hold image display control means (for example, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 capable of displaying the hold digest notification image, which is an image that can be continuously displayed during the variation display of the identification information performed when the start condition is satisfied. )
As a display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion, at least a first display mode and a second display mode different from the first display mode, and the display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion is the first display mode When the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is performed, the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image can be changed from the first display mode to the second display mode. If the display mode of the hour notification image is the first display mode and the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed, the display mode of the hold digest time notification image is changed to the first display mode. Configured to maintain in one display mode,
When a predetermined effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, an operation effective period that is a period for enabling a predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is provided. On the other hand, when a specific effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, the operation effective period is not provided, and is suspended when the specific effect pattern is executed. When the display mode of the digestion notification image is the first display mode, even if the predetermined operation by the operation unit (for example, the sub input button SB) is not performed, the suspension digest notification image The pachinko gaming machine is configured to change the display mode from the first display mode to the second display mode.

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,
An information display section capable of displaying information;
An operation unit that can be operated by a player;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A secondary game unit that controls information display on the information display unit,
The main game department
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the start opening;
When a random number is acquired by the random number acquiring means, the random number temporarily storing means for temporarily storing the acquired random number until the variation display start condition of the identification information is satisfied, and controlling the hold to occur,
When the variable information display start condition for a certain hold is satisfied, the stop information is stopped and displayed after the identification information is displayed variably on the identification information display unit in accordance with the determination result based on the random number related to the hold. Identification information display control means for controlling
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit is in a predetermined mode, special game control means capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player;
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for displaying information to be executed on the subsidiary game side to the subsidiary game side,
The subsidiary game department
Game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game department side;
There are a plurality of types of performance patterns as performance patterns that suggest or notify the possibility of executing a special game, and any one of the plurality of types of performance patterns is executed within a period in which the identification information is variably displayed. Production display control means for controlling
An image that is displayed on the information display unit when the variable display start condition for the identification information related to the hold on the main game unit side is satisfied, and is executed when the variable display start condition for the identification information related to the hold is satisfied. A hold image display control means capable of displaying a notification image during hold digestion, which is an image that can be continuously displayed during variable display of identification information,
As a display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion, at least a first display mode and a second display mode different from the first display mode, and the display mode of the notification image at the time of the on-hold digestion is the first display mode When the predetermined operation by the operation unit is performed, the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image can be changed from the first display mode to the second display mode. When the predetermined operation by the operation unit is not performed in the case of the one display mode, the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image is configured to be maintained in the first display mode,
When a predetermined effect pattern of the plurality of types of effect patterns is executed, an operation effective period that is a period for validating a predetermined operation by the operation unit is provided, while the plurality of types of effects are provided. When a specific effect pattern is executed, the operation effective period is not provided. When the specific effect pattern is executed, the display mode of the on-hold digest notification image is displayed. In the case of the first display mode, the display mode of the on-hold digestion notification image is changed from the first display mode to the second display mode even if the predetermined operation by the operation unit is not performed. A pachinko machine characterized by being configured to obtain.

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