JP2016129638A - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of preventing the mannerism because a performance relating to a reservation display has been frequently employed in the prior art.SOLUTION: During the execution of a pattern variation, the display mode of a reservation display image can be varied. When the display mode of the reservation display image is changed, it is possible to execute a reservation display change performance for suggesting or reporting whether or not the display mode of the reservation display image changes. Under the construction, in which the performance mode of the reservation display change performance is a plurality of kinds of different execution time periods of the performance, a pachinko game machine is so constituted as to select the execution time period of the reservation display change performance confined within the pattern variation time in accordance with the length and shortage of the pattern variation time.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 23

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. “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, when it is in a situation where fluctuation display of “special symbol” cannot be started, it has a function to hold the fluctuation display when a game ball enters the start opening, and performs an effect related to the hold display. One of the methods is to improve the interest of the game by configuring it to be obtained.

JP2010-029232A

  However, since the production related to the hold display has been frequently used, there is a problem that further improvement is necessary for the control method in order to improve the interest.

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;
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 capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device ASG, an effect display device BSSG) capable of displaying an effect;
A sub game unit (for example, sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device ASG, the effect display device BSSG),
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. A random number temporary storage means (for example, symbol holding means MJ32) for temporarily storing the acquired random number and controlling the holding to occur,
When the variation display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the determination of validity is performed based on the random number related to the certain retention, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variation display of the identification information are performed based on the result of the determination Game content determining means (for example, game content determining means MN) for determining the mode;
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably 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). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display the identification information after
A special prize that can make the variable winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) advantageous to the player after the result of the determination of winning or failing is winning and the identification information is stopped and displayed. Special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30) capable of executing a game;
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) to the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) MT),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
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;
Effect display for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device ASG, effect display device BSSG) based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) Content control means (for example, effect display control means SM20);
On-hold image display means (for example, an effect display device ASG or an effect display device BSSG) displays a hold image corresponding to the hold that is occurring on the main game portion (eg, main control board M) side. For example, the drawing hold information display control means SM22),
A holding image changing means (for example, holding pre-reading effect execution control means SM26) for changing and displaying the holding image to a special holding image which is a display mode different from the normal display mode,
If a certain condition is met after satisfying the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold after the occurrence of the certain hold, the certain hold is set as the hold display change target hold and the hold display change target If there is one or more pre-pending hold that is a hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold display change target hold at the time when the hold occurs, It is the period from when the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the hold is satisfied until the variable display of the identification information executed when the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain preemption is satisfied is stopped and displayed. In the hold display change target period, the hold image corresponding to the hold display change target hold is changed to a special hold image and can be displayed.
When the hold image corresponding to the hold display change target hold is changed to the special hold image and displayed during the hold display change target period, a hold display change effect that is an effect to suggest or notify that the hold image is changed to the special hold image is displayed. It is configured to display after changing to a special hold image.
The hold display change target period takes either the first period or a second period longer than the first period, and as the type of the hold display change effect, the first hold display change effect and the concerned At least a second hold display change effect having a longer execution time than the first hold display change effect, and when the hold display change target period takes the first period, the hold display change effect When the game is executed, the pachinko gaming machine is configured such that the first hold display change effect is more easily executed than the second hold display change effect.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, there is an effect that it is possible to improve the control method related to the effect related to the hold display.

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 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. 14 is a flowchart of specific game end 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 operation condition determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 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. 17 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. 18 is a main flowchart 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 first main game winning prefetch determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of prefetch hold content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 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. 23 is a flowchart of the pending change effect execution content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a hold change effect determination table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is an image of execution of a hold change effect on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 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. 27 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.

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. “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 random number acquisition. 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). The “identification information” may be in any form as long as the type of information can be identified through the five senses (visual, auditory, tactile, etc.). The thing with the shape of etc. can be mentioned. In this specification, “identification information” may be called a main game symbol / special symbol (special symbol) or a decorative symbol (design), but the “special symbol (special symbol)” is the main game part. It is identification information that is display-controlled on the (so-called main board) side, and “decorative design (drawing)” is identification information as an effect displayed on the sub-game unit (so-called sub board) side. “The identification information can be displayed” is not limited to the display method. For example, the light emission means (for example, liquid crystal, LED, 7-segment) emits light (not only the presence / absence of light emission, but also the color difference, lighting / flashing mode And a physical display (for example, a symbol drawn on a reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position). “Direction (information)” refers to all output contents that enhance the fun of the game whose output is controlled on the side of the sub-game unit (so-called sub-board). The output can be listed as moving images such as animation and live action, still images such as pictures, photos, characters, etc., and actions of moving objects for sound and effects. Embodiments or combinations thereof may be mentioned. The “hold image” is an image displayed in correspondence with the current number of holds when a function for temporarily storing a random number acquired in a situation in which the variable information identification display cannot be started (so-called hold function) is provided. Is an image for notifying that a certain hold is being digested during the display of fluctuation of identification information at the time of digestion of a certain hold, and is displayed in correspondence with the current number of holds An image displayed in the same or similar manner as the image to be displayed may be included. “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. Furthermore, numerical values (for example, winning probability at the time of lottery execution, maximum number of rounds at the time of special game, symbol variation time, number of continuations in each gaming state, etc.) as specific examples shown in the following embodiments and modifications are as follows: This is merely an example, and in particular, the magnitude relationship and combination of the numerical values shown under different conditions (for example, depending on the conditions of time-saving games and non-time-saving games) are the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples. It should be understood that changes may be made as appropriate without departing from the above.

  Prior to the detailed description of the present invention, a simple configuration according to the present invention will be described.

  Of the pachinko gaming machines according to the present invention, after determining the fluctuation for executing the hold change effect, at the start of the change for executing the hold change effect, the effect mode of the hold change effect related to the change is based on the change time. The configuration to be determined will be described in detail in this embodiment.

  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, The first grand prize opening C10, the second big prize opening C20, the first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, the effect display device ASG (the effect display device A + sign SG, and so on. ), An effect display device BSSG (meaning effect display device B + symbol SSG, the same applies hereinafter), an auxiliary game symbol display device H20, a center decoration D38, and an out port D36. 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 has 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 out opening D36 and below the second large winning opening C20. 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 changes the first big prize opening C10 to the first big prize opening C10 in a normal state in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (first). 1) The first 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, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) (Bello-type attacker), which is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the second grand prize 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, which is located at the upper right of the opening D36 and above the first big winning opening C10. As a specific configuration, the second grand prize opening C20 includes a second big prize opening winning detection device C21s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a second big prize opening electric accessory C21d (and a second big 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 game ball that has entered the second grand prize opening C20 is configured to be detected by the second big prize opening prize detection device C21s. Next, the second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d places the second big prize opening C20 into the second grand prize opening C20 in a normal state where a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. Make it variable. In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) (Bello-type attacker), which is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) is related to the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) corresponding to the first main game (second main game symbol). It is a device that executes the display and the like. Specifically, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) includes a first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) and a first main game game. And a symbol hold display portion A21h (second main game symbol hold display portion B21h). Here, the first main game symbol hold display portion A21h (second main game symbol hold display portion B21h) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps is the first main game (second main game). This corresponds to the number of random numbers held (the number of main game symbols that have not been executed). The first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) is configured with, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is “0” to “9”. ”Is displayed with 10 types of numbers and“ − ”of losing {but not limited to this, a 7-segment LED is set so that it is difficult for the player to recognize which main game symbol is displayed. It is preferable to use and display by a symbol or the like. In addition, the hold number display is not limited to being composed of four lamps, but can be configured to display a maximum of four hold numbers (for example, composed of one lamp, (Equation 1: lighting, hold number 2: slow blink, hold number 3: medium blink, hold number 4: fast blink)).

  Since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have an effect role, in this embodiment, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The size of is set to be inconspicuous. However, the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) itself has a role to play and the first main game side decoration symbol (second main game side decoration symbol) is not displayed. When doing, you may comprise so that a 1st main game symbol (2nd main game symbol) may be displayed on liquid crystal displays like the effect display apparatus ASG or the effect display apparatus BSSG mentioned later.

  Next, the effect display device ASG 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 ASG includes a display area SG10 where an effect is executed including a variable display of decorative symbols and the like. 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 ASG is configured by a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, but may be configured by 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 effect display device BSSG is a device that executes display of effect images such as a notice effect and a background effect. The effect display device BSSG includes a display area BSSG10 where the effect is executed. The effect display device BSSG is configured to be driven at a specific timing (mainly, an effect execution timing related to whether or not it is a big hit) such as during fluctuation related to super reach (so-called movable for effect). Drive like an accessory). Also, the effect executed on the effect display device BSSG and the effect executed on the effect display device ASG may be executed based on the same effect mode (effect pattern). The effect of the effect mode as if it is a part of the display area SG10 of the effect display device ASG can be executed by interlocking the effect display device BSSG and the effect display device ASG. Further, when the effect display device BSSG is not driven, the visibility of the effect being executed by the effect display device ASG (particularly, the effect or display related to the progress of the game, such as the display of the fixed stop symbol of the decorative symbol). It is desirable to configure so as not to hinder. When the visibility of the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol, fixed stop symbol) of the decorative symbol displayed on the effect display device ASG is obstructed, the effect display device on the display area SG10 of the effect display device ASG. It may be configured to display a display similar to the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol, fixed stop symbol) of the decorative symbol (or a display that is recognized similarly for the player) in a region where the visibility is not hindered by the BSSG. Desirable (for example, a decorative design is separately displayed in the lower left portion of the display area SG10 with a size of about a hold display).

  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 ASG and the effect display device BSSG, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, the effect display device ASG, and the effect display device BSSG. 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 for performing control directly related to the profits of the player), an effect display device ASG for adding interest to the game content, and an effect control means for performing display control for various effects on the effect display device BSSG ( Sub-main control unit 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 ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR, and each prize opening. A prize ball payout device (set base) KE provided with a payout unit KE10 and the like, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling the payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball ( A launching device D42 that launches one ball at a time into the game area D30, a launch control board D40 that controls the launching operation of the launching device D42, a power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and pachinko A power switch Ea, which is a switch for turning on / off the power of the gaming machine, is provided on the rear surface of the front frame D14 (on the opposite side to the gaming 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 (signal, command, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board KH to be controlled and the main control board M, various effects on the effect display device ASG such as change / stop of decoration symbols, etc., from the main control board M Sub-control board S (in this example, sub-control board S) that controls the execution of various effects on the effect display device BSSG based on information (signals, commands, etc.), sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the game effect lamp D26, error notification, etc. Main control unit SM and sub-sub control unit SS are arranged on one board) and a power supply unit E that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including these control boards. That. Here, the sub-control board S has various effects on the effect display device ASG such as decoration pattern change / stop, various effects on the effect display device BSSG, sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the game effect lamp D26, Sub-main control unit SM that controls error notification, display processing such as decorative display variation display / stop display, hold display, and notice display on the effect display device ASG, and notice display on the effect display device BSSG And two control units of a sub-sub control unit SS that executes display processing. 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, as described above, the sub control board S includes the effect display device ASG for displaying the decorative symbols and the like, the effect display device BSSG, the speaker D24, the game effect lamp D26, and other effect drive devices (not shown). ). 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 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 game state (for example, regarding the game 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 variation 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 ASG, effect display device BSSG) 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 regarding the first main game and the second main game from the main control board M side. .

  Next, the effect display control means SM20 is a decorative symbol display control means SM21 that controls the decorative pattern variation mode and stop symbol determination processing and display control processing, and the decorative symbol display control processing that holds the decorative symbol hold count management and hold display processing. Information display control means SM22, background effect display control means SM23 for determining background image determination processing and display control processing, notice effect display control means SM24 for controlling determination effect display processing and display control processing, and reach effect content Reach effect display control means SM25 that governs the determination process and the display control process, and a determination process for determining whether or not to execute a so-called hold prefetch effect (an effect that suggests or informs in advance the game content planned based on the unsettled hold) Holding pre-reading effect execution control means SM26 for controlling the display control process.

  Here, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 has two types of decorative symbols based on information from the main control board M side (in this embodiment, the decorative symbols are independent of each other). The display result determining means SM21n for determining the stop symbol and variation mode of the game result can be notified by a combination of three number symbols, and various information related to the symbol variation of the decorative symbol (variation mode information, There is a design display related information temporary storage means SM21b for temporarily storing stop symbol information, various flags, etc.) and a first design variation time management timer SM21t-1 for measuring the variation time of the decorative symbol. doing. Here, the drawing display content determination means SM21n is a drawing variation content determination lottery (reference) table SM21ta (not shown for details of the table) which is referred to when determining the stop symbol and variation mode of the decorative symbol. The decorative design effect table SM21ta-2, which is referred to when determining (or setting) the display content of the decorative symbol, the display update timing, and the display update content, is further provided.

  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 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.

  Next, the hold prefetch effect execution control means SM26 relates to the hold prefetch effect execution feasibility determination means SM26k that determines whether or not to execute the so-called hold prefetch effect based on the information from the main control board M side, and the so-called hold prefetch effect. Pre-read related information temporary storage means SM26b for temporarily storing information.

  Further, the effect display means (sub-sub control part) SS displays the image on the display area SG10 on the effect display device ASG 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 an image display related information temporary storage means SS21b for temporarily storing commands received from the sub main control unit SM side and information related to various image displays.

  The effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS is electrically connected to an effect display device ASG 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 ASG 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 effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS is electrically connected to an effect display device BSSG 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 BSSG has a display area BSSG10 for displaying an image.

  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 that information can be transmitted. 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), the main control board M confirms the input port of the RAM clear button in step 1002, and the reset button (RAM clear) of the power supply unit E is checked. 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 to the RAM is normal, the main control board M is stored in the RAM of 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 in the transmission process), 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 1997, the main control board M (especially the winning ball payout determining means MH) receives 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 processing for managing the result is executed. Next, in step 1998, the main control board M executes an external signal output process (information output to the external terminal board, the hall computer HC, etc.). Next, in step 1999, 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 related to the variation time (for example, 5 seconds when the auxiliary game short time flag is on and 30 seconds when the auxiliary game short time flag is off) is set. In step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns on the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary 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 auxiliary game side game state (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, at 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 time for opening the electric player. 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 display 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 1310, the hold control unit MJ30 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit MB20b and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1310, in step 1312, the hold control means MJ30 determines whether or not the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b is off. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the hold control means MJ30 pre-determines the result of the stored hold and the stop symbol based on the hold information (the lottery random number and symbol determination random number). Next, in step 1316, the hold control means MJ30 sets the command relating to the newly generated hold success / failure result and stop symbol information in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM (step (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of 1999).

  Next, in step 1318, the hold control unit MJ30 preliminarily determines the stored change mode random number delimiter information and the change mode group related to the hold based on the hold information (variation mode determination random number) (variation mode random number delimiter information). For the variation mode group, refer to the main game table 3 in FIGS. In the present embodiment, one variation mode group is configured to include a plurality of types of variation modes (variation times). Next, in step 1320, 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 the variation mode random number separator information, etc.) to the sub-main control unit SM. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999, and the process proceeds to step 1322. If the symbol information is configured to be transmitted to the sub side as in the present embodiment, an effect suggesting a big hit may be executed as an effect to be executed on the sub side. It is desirable that the player can be notified of the stop symbol of the main game symbol that is a big hit (the stop symbol is notified only when the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a big hit). In the case of No in step 1302, step 1304, step 1310, or step 1312, the process proceeds to step 1322.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group at the time of acquisition (or when a hold occurs) of the main game content determination random number (first main game content determination random number or second main game content determination random number) Is configured to determine.

  In addition, it may be configured to transmit the main game content determination random number information, the failure random number delimiter information, the variation mode random number delimiter information, and the variation mode group information to the sub side at the timing when the hold occurs, The information to be transmitted to is not limited to this, but information related to the main game symbols that are stopped, information related to the main game symbols that are jackpots (number of special game rounds related to the main game symbols scheduled to stop, etc.) ), The number of holdings immediately after the winning of the holding (the number of holdings on the winning side of the first main game side or the second main game side may be only the holding number of both the first main game side and the second main game side) May be configured to transmit information related to the {the failure random number delimiter information refers to each gaming state and random number value (or random value range) on the first main game side (second main game side) And the lottery results are grouped together. This is one piece of random number delimiter information. For example, if the game is in a probability variation game state or a non-probability variation game state, it will be lost, whether it is a probability variation game state or a non-stochastic variation game state, If it is a floating game state, it is a win, but if it is a non-stochastic variable game state, a grouping such as losing can be given.

  Next, in step 1322, 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 1322, in step 1324, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the main game (especially the second main game) It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the “side” is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1324, in step 1326, 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 1328, 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 1330, the hold control means MJ30 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1330, in step 1334, the hold control means MJ30 pre-determines the result of the stored hold and the stop symbol based on the hold information (the random determination random number and the symbol determination random number). Next, in step 1336, the hold control unit MJ30 sets the newly generated hold result and stop command information in the command transmission buffer MT10 for sending to the sub-main control unit SM (step (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of 1999)

  Next, in step 1338, the hold control means MJ30 preliminarily determines the stored change mode random number delimiter information and the change mode group related to the stored hold based on the hold information (variation mode determination random number) (variation mode random number delimiter information). For the variation mode group, refer to the main game table 3 in FIGS. Next, in step 1340, the hold control means MJ30 sends a command related to a new hold occurrence (such as a hold occurrence command of the second main game content determination random number, a command related to the variation mode random number separator information) to the sub-main control unit SM. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999, and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1330, in step 1332, the hold control means MJ30 determines whether or not the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b is off. If Yes in step 1332, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1400). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1332, the process proceeds to step 1334.

  In step 1308 and step 1328, storage of the first main game content determination random number and storage of the second main game content determination random number are executed, 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 regard to the winning lottery random number, a change in 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. In the second embodiment, the command to the sub-main control unit SM related to the hold information can be transmitted only at the occurrence of the hold related to the first main game in the non-time-saving game state, while the time-saving game state Is configured so that it can be transmitted only at the time of occurrence of the hold related to the second main game, but regardless of whether it is the hold related to the first main game or the hold related to the second main game in any game state. Alternatively, the command may be transmitted, and in such a case, the sub-main control unit SM may determine whether to use the received command. Further, a specific example of the command related to the success / failure result information transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM is “D000H: Loss, D001H: Loss if low probability, hit if high accuracy, D002H: Win both in low accuracy and high accuracy” Yes, a specific example of the command related to the stop symbol information transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM is “D100H: 16R probability variation, D101H: 16R non-probability variation, D102H: 2R probability variation”, and the sub-main control unit SM A specific example of the command related to the variation mode random number delimiter information to be transmitted is “D200H: delimiter 1, D201H: delimiter 2, D202H: delimiter 3”.

  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 or not there is a 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 the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability variation gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-probability variation 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. Note that the number of rounds of special games determined with reference to the main game symbol is 4R for 4A and 5A, 8R for 4B and 5B, and 16R for 7A and 7B. Note that the types of random numbers and stop symbols are only examples, and the present invention is not limited thereto. When the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the state and the selection rate of the variation mode and / or the selection rate of the main game symbol are different from those before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed (limited frequency state). May be configured to migrate}.

  Next, in Step 1410-3, the first main game 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 and FIG. 13 (main game table 3) are examples of the 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 the present embodiment, both the first main game side and the second main game side are based on the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result, the main game short flag state, and the number of reserves at the start of change, The variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol is determined. That is, when the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result is a win, it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long, and when the main game short flag is on (relative to the short game state) The variation mode in which the variation time is short is easily determined, and the variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short when the number of reservations is 2 to 3 compared to the case where the number of reservations is 0 to 1 Is easily determined (only when lost). 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. An example of the effect executed when each variation mode is selected is shown in “effect mode executed on the sub side”.

  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 transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (control command transmission in step 1999) (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 1999). 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 unit MN turns on the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 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. 14 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. 15 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. 16 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 ( The control command is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999), 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 has not been granted, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1997).

  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 sets the release pattern in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. 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, 30 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 in the control command transmission process of step 1999). Next, in step 1624, the special game executing means MP33 refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and a predetermined number (for example, 10) is assigned to the first big winning opening C10 (or the second big winning opening C20) in the round. It is determined whether or not there is a winning ball. If Yes in step 1624, the process proceeds to step 1628. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1624, in step 1626, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game timer MP34t (especially the open time timer) to determine a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to the special prize opening. It is determined whether or not it has elapsed. Also in the case of Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1628. In the case of No in step 1626, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1997).

  Next, in step 1628, the special game executing means MP33 sets 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 of step 1999). 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 1997). Even in the case of No in step 1634, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1997).

  Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the special game according to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the specific game control means MP50 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 1658. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1652, that is, in the case where the stop symbol is an uncertain change 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), step 1656 Thus, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (100 in this example) to the counter value of the time reduction number counter MP52c, and proceeds to step 1658.

  Next, in step 1658 and step 1660, 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 1997).

  Next, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described with reference to FIGS. First, FIG. 18 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 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 number of holds (for example, the drawing hold counter value) based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side). Note that the performance or the like being executed is not restored, and the “preparing” screen is displayed until the start of the next change. 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 2100, the secondary game control means (sub-main control unit) SM performs a hold information management process to be described later. Execute. Next, in step 2200, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 2300, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, at step 2400, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a special game related display control process which will be described later. Next, in step 2999, the sub game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes display command transmission control processing (transmits commands set in a series of these 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 S2999) 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. 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 temporarily sends the new hold result and the command related to the stop symbol information transmitted from the main control board M side to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Remember. Next, in step 2108, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the hold information (particularly the change mode group, the change mode random number delimiter information, etc.) based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side. Temporary storage in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Note that if the main side does not transmit the information on the result of the determination, the stop symbol, the variation mode group, and the variation mode random number delimiter information, the information is stored in the hold information temporary storage area in step 2106 and step 2108. Will not be temporarily stored. Next, in step 2109, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 determines whether or not the new hold is a hold on the first main game side. In the case of Yes in step 2109, in step 2450, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 executes a first main game winning prefetch determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2110. Note that if the result of step 2109 is No, the process also proceeds to step 2110.

  Next, in step 2110, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the new hold has information indicating that the hold is a trigger hold. (The information indicating that the trigger is on hold is added in step 2476). In the case of Yes in step 2110, in step 2500, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 executes a prefetch hold content determination process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 2120. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2110, in step 2118, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 determines the hold display mode to “white” which is the normal (default) display mode, and proceeds to step 2120. In the present embodiment, all the hold display modes that are not the trigger hold are displayed in “white”. Note that this “white” hold display mode hold may be referred to as normal hold.

  On the other hand, if No in Step 2102, has the drawing hold information display control means SM 22 received the symbol variation display start instruction command from the main control board M side with reference to the main side information temporary storage means SM 11 b in Step 2111? Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2111, 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 displays the hold information related to the symbol change (particularly, the result of the determination, the stop symbol information, the change mode group, and the change mode random number delimiter information). While deleting from the temporary storage means SM22b, the remaining hold information is shifted. Next, in step 2116, 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 is No in Step 2111, the process proceeds to Step 2120.

  Next, in step 2120, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 makes a decision on the effect display device ASG (particularly, the first hold display portion SG12 and the second hold display portion SG13) using the effect display means SS. Based on the displayed hold display mode (in particular, the initial hold display mode), the same number of hold display lamps as the drawing hold counter value in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b are lit and displayed, and the next processing (step 2200 processing) ).

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the first main game winning prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2450 in FIG. 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 former prefetch lottery prohibition process, first, in step 2452, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and holds the second main game hold (first main hold within the hold). It is determined whether or not there is a hold that is digested in preference to the game side. In the case of Yes in step 2452, in step 2454, 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 2454, in step 2458, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and there is a hold having information indicating that the trigger is held in the hold. Judge whether or not there is. Here, the on-hold trigger is on-hold that has been won in a winning look-ahead lottery to be described later. In the case of Yes in step 2458, in step 2460, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the hold that becomes a big hit in the hold that is the digestion order before the new hold is made. It is determined whether or not it exists. In the case of Yes in step 2460, in step 2461, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and all the change mode groups of the hold that become the digestion order before the new hold are all included. It is determined whether or not it is group 1 (variation mode group that is a short variation time). As described above, in the present embodiment, when determining whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed, it is determined whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed in consideration of the variation mode group related to the hold that is the digestion order before the new hold. It is composed. Note that when determining whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed, it may be configured to determine whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed in consideration of the variation mode random number separation information. Thus, in this embodiment, when a new hold becomes a trigger hold, all the variation mode groups related to the hold before the new hold are all group 1 (the change time is relatively short). It is configured to be a variation mode group). By configuring in this way, reach variation occurs in the hold before the trigger hold, and the player mistakes the reach change as a change related to the trigger hold. In addition to preventing such a situation, it is possible to further increase the expectation that trigger hold will be a big hit. If Yes in step 2461, the process proceeds to step 2462.

  Next, in the processing related to the latter prefetch lottery, first, in step 2462, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold is a big hit hold. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2462, in step 2464, the holding pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k executes a pre-reading lottery for winning winning with a predetermined probability (1/3 in this example) for the new hold, Control goes to step 2474. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2462, in step 2468, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold variation mode group is group 3 (long time It is determined whether or not the change mode group is a change time. As described above, in the present embodiment, when determining whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed, it is configured to determine whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed in consideration of the variation mode group. Note that when determining whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed, it may be configured to determine whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed in consideration of the variation mode random number separation information. In addition, it may be configured that the pre-read lottery can be executed even for a hold other than the group 3, but in this case, the pre-fetch lottery is more likely to be won as the variation is longer. It is desirable to configure (for example, the hold of group 3 wins 1/10 while the hold of group 2 wins 1/50). In the case of Yes in step 2468, in step 2470, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k executes a winning pre-read lottery to win with a predetermined probability (1/10 in this example) for the new hold. Control goes to step 2474. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2468, the process proceeds to step 2474.

  Next, in step 2474, the pending pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines whether or not the executed winning pre-read lottery is won. In the case of Yes in step 2474, in step 2476, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k is set to “trigger hold” for the new hold won in the winning pre-read lottery in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Information to that effect is added and temporarily stored, and the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2110).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2452 (when the second main game hold is present in the hold), in step 2478, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k is temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Delete the information indicating "trigger hold" from the stored hold information (if there is no hold in the hold with information indicating that the trigger is held, this process is not executed and the next The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2110). In addition, also when No is determined in Step 2454, Step 2458, Step 2460, Step 2461, or Step 2474, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 2110). In the process of step 2478, when there is a hold on the second main game side (occurrence), in the second main game side preferential digestion gaming machine as in the second embodiment, the newly generated second This is a configuration for avoiding a situation in which the pre-reading effect over a plurality of fluctuations is not normally executed because the reservation on the main game side is digested first, so that the planned fluctuation order is not achieved. In addition, as a prohibition condition of the pre-read lottery, a condition that whether or not there is a specific variation mode group hold (or a specific variation mode random number separation information hold) in the hold before the new hold is set as a prohibition condition Also good. In the present embodiment, the prefetch lottery is executed only for the hold on the first main game side. However, the prefetch lottery may be executed on the hold on the second main game side. Well, in the case of such a configuration, the second main game symbol is mainly used in the progress of the game, such as a configuration in which the prefetch lottery on the second main game side can be executed only in the time saving game state. It is desirable that the pre-read lottery on the second main game side can be executed in a situation that fluctuates.

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of prefetch hold content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the trigger hold is a big hit hold. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the trigger hold initial hold display mode (the timing at which the trigger hold is made, that is, the hold display mode in which the trigger hold has occurred). The final hold display mode (hold display mode immediately before trigger hold is consumed) is determined with reference to the hold display mode determination table (at the time of big hit), and the process proceeds to step 2508. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2502, in step 2506, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the trigger hold initial hold display mode (the timing at which the trigger hold is made, that is, the hold display during the change in which the trigger hold has occurred). A mode) and a final hold display mode (hold display mode immediately before trigger hold is consumed) are determined with reference to the hold display mode determination table (at the time of losing), and the process proceeds to Step 2508.

  Here, the two tables in the middle of the figure are a hold display mode determination table (at the time of a big hit) and a hold display mode determination table (at the time of a loss). In the present embodiment, there are four types of trigger hold display modes that can change during execution of the hold change effect, i.e., rainbow, red, green, and blue. The rainbow color is selected only when the trigger hold is a big hit. Can be changed.

  In addition, when referring to the hold display mode determination table (at the time of big hit), the final hold display mode is easily selected in the order of “red> green> rainbow> blue”. The degree of expectation {the ratio that the trigger hold for the final display mode by color (the sum of jackpots and loses) becomes a jackpot} is likely to be selected in descending order (the rainbow color is a jackpot when displayed) Because it is a premier treatment, the selection frequency is reduced.) In addition, the expectation degree which becomes a big hit of the hold display mode is “rainbow color> red> green> blue> white” in descending order. Further, in the present embodiment, the hold display mode is configured to be ranked up from the time when the trigger hold occurs to the time when the trigger hold is used (change to a hold display mode having a higher jackpot expectation than the current hold display mode). The trigger hold jackpot expectation is expressed by the final hold display mode. Therefore, in the initial hold display mode, a color with a low jackpot expectation level (for example, blue) is displayed even at the big hit. It is configured to be easier to select than the final hold display mode. Further, in the present embodiment, since the gameability is expected to what color the reserved display mode is ranked up (what color is the final reserved display mode), in the initial reserved display mode, the big hit expectation The high-pending display mode is configured so that it is difficult to select regardless of whether it is a big hit or a loss. Further, when referring to the hold display mode determination table (when lost), the final hold display mode is easily selected in the order of “blue> green> red”, and the expectation level {final display mode for each color> It is easy to select the order in which the ratio of the trigger suspension to the jackpot and the sum of the big hits is the jackpot. Further, in the present embodiment, it is configured to suggest the degree of expectation that is a big hit by the display color of the hold, but is not limited to this, for example, in the case of a big hit by the display color of the hold (or The game state after the execution of the special game may be suggested in combination with the degree of expectation that is a big hit. In such a configuration, particularly in the probability variation gaming state, the display color of the suspension suggests the expectation degree to shift to the probability variation gaming state after the execution of the special game in the case of a big hit in the suspension. (For example, if the hold display color is red, the probability variation expectation is large, if the blue display probability is blue, the probability variation expectation is small, etc.), it is determined whether the probability variation gaming state advantageous to the player continues or ends. It is possible to perform an effective production. It should be noted that the type of display color on hold and the distribution of random numbers can be changed. However, in order not to impair the player's expectation, the display color is changed from a high jackpot expectation to a low jackpot expectation. It is desirable to configure so that it does not change.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart, next, in step 2508, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 determines the order of trigger hold and the determined hold display mode (initial hold display mode and final hold display mode). Based on the above, the pending change scenario is determined, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 2120).

  Here, the lower part of the figure is an example when a pending change scenario is determined. The hold change scenario is a scenario regarding how many colors are changed (or not changed) for each symbol variation from when the trigger hold occurs until the trigger hold is consumed. And the determined hold display mode (initial hold display mode and final hold display mode). If the initial hold display mode is blue, the final hold display mode is red, and the trigger hold digest order is second, as shown in the figure, there is only one hold change scenario. “Mode = blue, first hold display mode = red” is selected. When the hold change scenario is determined, the hold change effect is executed during the symbol change one change before the symbol change related to the trigger hold, and the hold display mode changes from “blue to red”. (Details will be described later). In this example, the first hold display mode is the final hold display mode.

  When the initial hold display mode is blue, the final hold display mode is red, and the order of digestion of the trigger hold is the third, as shown in the figure, it is determined by lottery from six hold change scenarios. The distribution of the lottery may be equal, a specific on-hold change scenario may be easily selected, or a specific on-hold change scenario may not be selected. In this example, the third hold display mode is the final hold display mode.

  In the present embodiment, when a trigger hold occurs, the hold is displayed in a display color (blue, green, red, rainbow) other than normal hold (in this example, white hold). It is not limited to this, and it may be configured to display in white when the trigger hold occurs, and then change the display color of the white hold by the hold change effect until the trigger hold is digested. Further, in such a configuration, when the trigger suspension becomes lost, it may be configured to execute a pre-reading effect (so-called “gase effect”) in which the final suspension display mode of the trigger suspension is also white. .

  In addition, when the trigger hold occurs, the hold may be displayed in the hold display mode that is not displayed as the final hold display mode. For example, when the trigger hold occurs, the white display color flashes. It may be configured to change to one of the display modes of “white, blue, green, red, rainbow” until the trigger hold is consumed (in this case, the last hold display) The aspect is any one of white, blue, green, red, and iridescent).

  In this example, after determining the initial hold display mode and the final hold display mode of the trigger hold in step 2504 or step 2506, the hold change scenario of the trigger hold is determined in step 2508. However, the determination method of the hold change scenario is not limited to this. For example, when the trigger hold is a hold that becomes the fourth digestion order, the first, second, For each of the third symbol variations, whether or not to execute the hold change effect (whether or not to change the display color of the hold), and what color the hold display color when executing the hold change effect You may comprise so that a pending | holding change scenario may be determined with reference to one pending | holding change scenario determination table which decides whether to change uniquely.

  In this example, the hold change scenario is determined based on the result of the main game symbol, the digest order of the trigger hold, and the determined hold display mode, but is determined based on other factors. (The table referred to when determining the pending change scenario may be different depending on other factors), for example, the number of execution rounds per jackpot when the symbol variation related to the trigger suspension becomes a jackpot, Fluctuation pattern of decorative symbols related to trigger hold (for example, the left column is “7” and the right column is “7” reach effect, or the left column is “4” and the right column is “4” reach effect) Or the like), the effect mode related to the trigger hold (for example, the type of reach effect, the type of background effect being executed, whether or not the accessory is driven, etc.), the symbol variation related to the trigger hold becomes a big hit If that jackpot Even if configured so that the pending change scenario is determined based on factors such as the gaming state after the end (the table that is referenced when determining the pending change scenario depends on which element is) Good.

  Next, FIG. 22 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 2208, the design display content determination means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determination means SM24n, the reach effect display content determination means SM25n) are temporarily stored in the main information temporary storage means SM11b (symbol information ( Referring to the stop symbol / variation mode relating to the main game symbol) and the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol {for example, when the stop symbol relating to the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol Is "7,7,7", etc., and if it is a losing symbol, "1,3,5", etc.} and variation mode {eg, main game symbol When the variation mode is short-term variation, it determines non-reach and long-term variation, such as normal reach or super reach}, and the display display related information temporary storage means SM21. (And informational display related information temporary storage means SM24b, reach demonstration related information temporary storage means SM25b) temporarily stored in the.

  Next, in step 2210, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not there is a trigger hold in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2210, in step 2550, the drawing display content determination means SM21n executes a pending change effect execution content determination process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 2212. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2210, the process proceeds to step 2212. Next, in step 2212, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the content for the effect of the change based on the information related to the stop symbol and the change mode of the determined decorative design (the effect is a pending change effect execution). And can be executed simultaneously with the pending change effect determined in the content determination process). Next, in 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 proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2300). Transition. Note that, also in the case of No in step 2202, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2300).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the pending change effect execution content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2550 in FIG. First, in step 2552, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol related to the variation and the pending change determined in step 2500. Check the scenario (pending change scenario related to existing trigger hold). Next, in step 2554, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the confirmed variation mode is “a1” (in the variation time in which the variation mode group is group 1). It is determined whether it is a relatively short fluctuation time, which is 5 seconds in this example. In the case of Yes in step 2554, in step 2556, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the hold change effect determining table 1 and executes the hold change effect type {hold change effect effect type to be executed according to the change, A plurality of hold change effects exist for one hold change effect type (details will be described later)} are determined by lottery, and the process proceeds to step 2564. On the other hand, if No in step 2554, in step 2558, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the confirmed variation mode is “a2” (the variation mode group is group 1). It is determined whether or not it is a relatively medium variation time within a certain variation time, which is 10 seconds in this example. In the case of Yes in step 2558, in step 2560, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the hold change effect determination table 2 and determines the hold change effect type to be executed in accordance with the change by lottery. Transition. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2558, in other words, the confirmed variation mode is “a3” (the variation mode is a relatively long variation time in the variation time in which the variation mode group is group 1. In this example, 15 seconds), in step 2562, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the on-hold change effect determination table 3 and determines the on-hold change effect type to be executed by the change by lottery. Transition.

  Here, FIG. 24 is an example of the hold change effect determination table. As shown in the figure, when the variation mode of the symbol variation is “a1 (5 seconds)”, the on-hold change effect determination table 1 is referred to, and the variation mode of the symbol variation is “a2 (10 seconds). ) ”, The hold change effect determination table 2 is referred to, and when the variation mode of the symbol change is“ a3 (15 seconds) ”, the hold change effect determination table 3 is referred to. Become. The contents of the effect in the hold change type will be described later.

  Next, in step 2564, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not the change is a change in which a pending change is executed. In the case of Yes in step 2564, in step 2566, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines that the change pending change effect is the failure effect (the effect in which the hold change is not executed) in the determined hold change type. The process proceeds to (the process of step 2212). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2564, in step 2568, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the hold change type related to the change is “snake effect” (the symbol change). It is determined whether or not the change mode is “pending change type that can be selected only when“ a3 (15 seconds) ””. In the case of Yes in step 2568, in step 2570, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines that the change hold change effect is a successful effect in the determined hold change type (effect in which the hold change is executed). The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2212). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2568, in step 2572, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the determined on-hold change scenario, and the on-screen change effect that the display color of the on-screen display rises by two ranks or more is displayed. When the hold display colors are arranged in the order of low expectation level (white → blue → green → red → rainbow), this order is a hold change effect that executes a hold change to the next display color or more. For example, it is determined whether or not “blue → red”} is a change to be executed. In the case of Yes in step 2572, in step 2574, the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines that the change hold change effect is the success effect (effect in which the hold change is executed) in the determined hold change type, The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2212). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2572, in other words, in the case where the design variation is a holding change effect in which the holding display color is increased by one rank (for example, “blue → green”), in FIG. Means SM21n determines the change change hold change effect as a midway success effect (effect in which hold change is executed) in the determined hold change type, and proceeds to the next process (step 2212).

  Here, the hold change effect determination table of FIG. 24 will be described in detail again. One hold change type is configured to be able to determine three types of hold change effects: a success effect, a failure effect, and a midway success effect. The midway success effect is “snake effect” as the hold change effect type. It can only be determined if selected. In addition, all the hold change effects determined when “treasure box effect” is selected as the hold change effect type are finished within the fluctuation time of “a1 (5 seconds)” (the effect execution time is within 5 seconds). ), It is configured so that it can be selected in all the variations of “a1 (5 seconds)”, “a2 (10 seconds)”, and “a3 (15 seconds)”. In addition, all the hold change effects determined when “bomb effect” is selected as the hold change effect type do not end within the fluctuation time of “a1 (5 seconds)”, and “a2 (10 seconds) ) ”Is finished within the fluctuation time (the production execution time is 5 seconds or more and within 10 seconds), so the fluctuation of“ a2 (10 seconds) ”and“ a3 (15 seconds) ”. It is comprised so that it can select in an aspect. In addition, all the hold change effects determined when “snake effect” is selected as the hold change effect type, do not end within the fluctuation time of “a2 (10 seconds)”, and “a3 (15 seconds) ) ”Is finished within the fluctuation time (the performance execution time is 10 seconds or longer and within 15 seconds), and can be selected only in the case of the fluctuation mode of“ a3 (15 seconds) ”. It is configured as follows. As described above, in this embodiment, whether or not to execute the hold change of each symbol variation is determined when the trigger hold occurs, but the effect mode of the hold change effect (success effect, failure effect, midway success effect) is It is configured to check the variation time of the symbol variation at the start of the symbol variation when the pending change effect is executed, and to be determined from the pending variation effect that can be executed within the variation time. Thus, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the execution of the pending change effect does not end within the fluctuation time.

  In the present embodiment, as a hold change effect, a hold change effect (or a hold change type in which no failure effect exists) in which the display color of the hold always increases when executed may be provided. Moreover, you may provide the holding | maintenance change production which can be performed only when a trigger holding | maintenance becomes a big hit. In the case of executing such a hold change effect, it is desirable to have an effect mode in which the player can recognize that it is highly profitable by visual recognition, such as driving the effect display device BSSG.

  In the present embodiment, as a method for determining a notice effect, first, after determining a basic notice effect (executable notice effect, effect executed in the first half of fluctuation, etc.) of the notice effects, Based on the determined basic notice effect, an effect different from the notice effect such as the background effect is determined, the decided effect (notice effect, background effect, etc.) is executed, and then the determined basic effect May be configured to determine an undecided effect among the noticed effects based on a non-predictive effect such as the determined background effect, etc. (the determination method is repeated a plurality of times, It may be configured to determine all the notice effects that are executed in the fluctuation). By configuring in this way, it is possible to determine the announcement effect executed by the change at a plurality of timings, and it is caused by determining all the announcement effects executed by the change at one timing. It is possible to alleviate production problems and the like.

  Next, FIG. 25 is an image diagram of execution of a pending change effect according to the present embodiment. In the figure, three examples of execution of pending change effects are illustrated: “in case of treasure chest effect and success effect”, “in case of bomb effect and success effect”, and “in case of snake effect and success effect”. To do.

<Common in all cases>
First, parts common to all cases will be described. Hold change effect execution 1 During the symbol change before the change, the first main game hold occurs, and the winning look-ahead lottery is won, so the trigger is held, blue is determined as the initial hold display mode, and is displayed in blue . Next, the symbol change before the change 1 execution of the hold change effect ends, and the lost symbol stops.

<For treasure box production and success production>
Next, the hold change effect type is “treasure box effect”, the fluctuation mode related to the trigger hold is “a1 (5 seconds)”, the hold change effect is “success effect”, and the hold change effect is changed from “blue to red”. The case is illustrated. First, after the symbol change before the change of the hold change effect execution 1 ends, the hold change effect execution change (symbol change related to the trigger hold) is started. Thereafter, a treasure chest appears during the symbol variation, the lid opens, a red hold comes out of the treasure chest, and then the hold display mode changes from blue to red. Thereafter, the symbol variation of the pending change effect execution variation ends, and the lose symbol stops.

<For bomb production and successful production>
Next, the hold change effect type is “bomb effect”, the variation mode related to the trigger hold is “a2 (10 seconds)”, the hold change effect is “success effect”, and the hold change effect is changed from “blue to green”. The case is illustrated. First, after the symbol change before the change of the hold change effect execution 1 ends, the hold change effect execution change (symbol change related to the trigger hold) is started. Thereafter, during the symbol change, a bomb appears, a fire is lit on the lead wire, the bomb explodes and a green hold appears, and then the hold display mode changes from blue to green. Thereafter, the symbol variation of the pending change effect execution variation ends, and the lose symbol stops.

<In case of snake production and successful production>
Next, the hold change effect type is “snake effect”, the variation mode related to the trigger hold is “a3 (15 seconds)”, the hold change effect is “success effect”, and the hold change effect changes from “blue to rainbow” The case where it does is illustrated. First, after the symbol change before the change of the hold change effect execution 1 ends, the hold change effect execution change (symbol change related to the trigger hold) is started. After that, during the symbol variation, the grass spot is displayed on the effect display device BSSG, and the effect that the snake appears from the grass spot is displayed. Thereafter, the effect display device is driven, and the snake escapes from the effect display device BSSG to the effect display device ASG. The effect is performed as if the display area SG10 and the display area BSSG10 are one area. . After that, the snake that has escaped from the effect display device BSSG bites into the trigger hold, the bite succeeds, and the trigger hold display mode changes from blue to rainbow. Thereafter, the symbol variation of the pending change effect execution variation ends, and the lose symbol stops. It should be noted that the “snake effect” is configured such that when it is successful (when the success effect is executed), the jackpot expectation of the hold display mode is increased by two ranks or more. Further, in the present embodiment, the “snake effect” that the effect display device BSSG will drive is “a3 (15 seconds)”, which is the longest of the symbol variations whose variation mode group is group 1. However, the execution condition of the effect (holding change effect type) that the effect display device BSSG will drive may be changed. For example, (1) Only the successful effect is executed { Since the failure effect is not executed, when the effect that the effect display device BSSG is driven is generated, the hold change (ranking of the hold display mode is confirmed)}, (2) the effect display device BSSG is driven. Even if the hold display mode is not ranked up, the big hit expectation level of the symbol fluctuation related to the trigger hold will be high (when the big hit expectation level is high). The display device BSSG is not driven), and (3) when an effect that the display device BSSG is driven is generated, the degree of expectation that the success effect is executed is high (for example, “success effect: failure effect = 9: 1 ”etc.), (4) When an effect that the effect display device BSSG is driven occurs, the final hold display mode has a high expectation level of the display color (for example, a high expectation degree of red or higher), Etc.

  In the present embodiment, when the pending change type is the same, the production execution time is substantially the same time (for example, whether the pending change production is a success production, a failure production, or a midway success production) (for example, When the hold change type is “snake effect”, the effect execution time of any hold change effect is 10 seconds or more and less than 15 seconds.) However, the present invention is not limited to this. Even when the hold change type is the same, the execution execution time may be different depending on the hold change effect. For example, in the case of “snake effect”, first, as shown in FIG. Then, the hold cracks, if it fails, the tooth breaks and the effect ends, and as step 2, the hold indication bites, if successful, the hold explodes greatly, if it fails, the tooth breaks and then the explosion ends and the effect ends, Successful production It is an effect that succeeds in step 2, and an effect that succeeds in the middle is successful in step 1 and then fails in step 2. In the case of a successful effect, an effect that congratulates the pending change after a big explosion is executed. By configuring, for example, the success effect is “19 seconds”, the midway success effect is “14 seconds”, the failure effect is “6 seconds”, and even if the hold change type is the same, the effect is shown by the hold change effect. The execution time will be different.

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the decorative design display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the design content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, 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 2306, 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 2308, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 starts the drawing variation time management timer SM21t, and proceeds to step 2310. In the case of No in step 2302, the process proceeds to step 2310.

  Next, in step 2310, 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 2310, in step 2312, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms the timer value of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2314, 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 2314, in step 2316, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the decorative symbol variable display command (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, the process proceeds to Step 2330.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2314, in step 2318, 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 2318, in step 2320, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (temporary stop display command) (the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process in step 2999). To be sent).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2318, in step 2322, 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 the display timing of the preview image or the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2322, in step 2324, 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 (display command transmission control processing in step 2700). At step 2330, and the process proceeds to step 2330. Note that if the result is No in Step 2322, the process proceeds to Step 2330.

  Next, in step 2330, 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 2330, in step 2332, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (deterministic display command) (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). To do). Next, in step 2334, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2336, 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 (processing of step 2400). To do. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2310 or Step 2330, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in Step 2400).

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, 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 game flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, 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 2404, in step 2406 and step 2408, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the special gaming flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and the effect display device. The jackpot start display is performed on the ASG (the display is appropriately performed based on the jackpot type), and the process proceeds to step 2412. Note that if the result in Step 2402 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2412.

  Next, in step 2412, the background effect display control means SM23 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winning prizes on the effect display device ASG 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 2413, 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 ( (For example, in the case of a special game related to the latent probability variation big hit symbol, the display command transmission control process of step 2999 will be shifted to the probability variable gaming state after completion of the special game.) An effect that the player cannot recognize is executed). Next, in step 2414, 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 2414, in step 2416, the background effect display control means SM23 performs a jackpot end display on the effect display device ASG (performs appropriate display based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2418, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special gaming flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2999). . Note that if the answer is No in step 2404 or step 2414, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2999).

  By configuring as described above, in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, when winning the pre-read lottery at the time of winning, and trigger hold occurs, each after the occurrence timing and before the trigger hold digestion timing, It is configured to determine whether or not to change the hold change effect hold display mode and to change the hold display color at the time of occurrence of the change in the design variation. The change of the design fluctuation before the trigger hold is configured by determining the hold change effect to be executed with the symbol change from the hold change effects that can be executed within the change time. Regardless of the time, it is possible to change the hold display mode (hold display color) with the planned symbol variation.

  In the present embodiment, the prefetch lottery can be executed at the time of winning a game ball to the main game start port (particularly, the first main game start port A10). Without limitation, for example, (1) Symbol variation stop timing (2) Predetermined timing during symbol variation time (for example, 5 seconds after variation start), (3) Symbol variation start timing, etc. You may comprise so that it may be possible, and you may comprise so that these prefetch lotteries can be performed simultaneously.

  In the present embodiment, as a pre-reading effect, a hold change effect (an effect that changes the display mode of the hold) can be executed, but the pre-reading effect that can be executed is not limited to this, and a background effect is provided. A background change pre-reading effect to be changed or a countdown effect suggesting the number of fluctuations until the trigger is suspended may be executed, or a plurality of pre-reading effects may be executed simultaneously.

  In this embodiment, there are a plurality of hold change effects with different execution times, and in a certain variation mode (change time), an executable hold change effect and an unexecutable hold change effect are provided (for example, In the variation mode “a1” (5 seconds), the hold change effect relating to the “treasure box effect” can be executed, while the hold change effect relating to the “bomb effect” and the “snake effect” cannot be executed), the hold The configuration related to whether or not the change effect can be executed is not limited to this. For example, the change effect has a hold change effect A of 5 seconds and a hold change effect B of 10 seconds, and fluctuates 15 seconds. In the case of executing the hold change effect in the symbol variation that is time, the hold change effect A can be executed, while the hold change effect B cannot be executed (or the hold change effect B is more than the hold change effect A). Infrequently executed) As, even in the execution time within the variation time of symbol variation may be configured to have a pending change effect difficult to be not executed or run.

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 Variation 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 and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB10-H auxiliary game state temporary storage means, MB11b-H auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB20b special game related information temporary storage means, MB30b specific game related Information temporary storage means MT Information transmission 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 SM21ta-2 decoration symbol effect table, SM21b equipment related information temporary storage means SM21t-1 first equipment variation time management timer, SM22 equipment hold information display control means,
SM22b, drawing hold information temporary storage means, SM23 background effect display control means SM23n, background effect display content determination means, SM23b background effect related information temporary storage means SM24, notice effect display control means, SM24n, notice effect display content determination 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 SM26 hold prefetch effect execution control means, SM26k hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26b prefetch related information temporary memory means, SM40 Information transmission / reception control means SS Production display means (sub-sub control unit), SS10 Sub information transmission / reception control means SS20 Image display control means, SS21b Image display related information temporary storage means SG Production display device A, SG10 display area SG11 decorative symbol display areas, SG12 first hold display unit SG13 second hold display unit SSG effect display device B, SSG 10 display area B
KH prize ball dispensing control board KE prize ball dispensing device

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;
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 capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device ASG, an effect display device BSSG) capable of displaying an effect;
A sub game unit (for example, sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device ASG, the effect display device BSSG),
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. A random number temporary storage means (for example, symbol holding means MJ32) for temporarily storing the acquired random number and controlling the holding to occur,
When the variation display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the determination of validity is performed based on the random number related to the certain retention, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variation display of the identification information are performed based on the result of the determination Game content determining means (for example, game content determining means MN) for determining the mode;
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably 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). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display the identification information after
A special prize that can make the variable winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) advantageous to the player after the result of the determination of winning or failing is winning and the identification information is stopped and displayed. Special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30) capable of executing a game;
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) to the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) MT),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
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;
Effect display for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device ASG, effect display device BSSG) based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) Content control means (for example, effect display control means SM20);
On-hold image display means (for example, an effect display device ASG or an effect display device BSSG) displays a hold image corresponding to the hold that is occurring on the main game portion (eg, main control board M) side. For example, the drawing hold information display control means SM22),
A holding image changing means (for example, holding pre-reading effect execution control means SM26) for changing and displaying the holding image to a special holding image which is a display mode different from the normal display mode,
Before meeting the variable display start condition of the certain identifying information about the pending from after occurrence is pending, if a predetermined condition is satisfied and a hold display change target hold the certain pending, Oh Ru hold display change When there is one or more preemptive holds that will satisfy the variable display start condition of the identification information before the target hold, the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the preemptive hold is satisfied A certain hold display change in the hold display change target period, which is a period until the change display of the identification information executed when the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain pre-pending hold is satisfied later. It is configured to change the hold image corresponding to the target hold to a special hold image and display it.
When the hold image corresponding to the hold display change target hold is changed to the special hold image and displayed during the hold display change target period, a hold display change effect that is an effect to suggest or notify that the hold image is changed to the special hold image is displayed. It is configured to display after changing to a special hold image.
The hold display change target period takes either the first period or a second period longer than the first period, and as the type of the hold display change effect, the first hold display change effect and the concerned At least a second hold display change effect having a longer execution time than the first hold display change effect, and when the hold display change target period takes the first period, the hold display change effect When the game is executed, the pachinko gaming machine is configured such that the first hold display change effect is more easily executed than the second hold display change effect.

Claims (1)

A starting opening where game balls can enter,
A variable winning opening that can be open and closed;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
An effect display section capable of displaying the effect;
A sub game section that controls the display of effects on the effect display section,
The main game department
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on the entrance to the starting port,
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 variation display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the determination of validity is performed based on the random number related to the certain retention, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variation display of the identification information are performed based on the result of the determination Game content determining means for determining the mode;
In accordance with the determination by the game content determination means, identification information display control means for controlling the identification information to be stopped and displayed after the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display section;
A special game control means capable of executing a special game that can make the variable prize opening an advantageous state for the player after the result of the determination of success or failure is winning and the identification information is stopped and displayed;
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game unit side to the sub-game unit side,
The subsidiary game department
Game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game department side;
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means, effect display content control means for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit,
On-hold image display means for displaying a hold image corresponding to the hold occurring on the main game unit side on the effect display unit;
A hold image changing means for changing the hold image to a special hold image which is a display mode different from a normal display mode, and displaying the hold image,
If a certain condition is met after satisfying the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold after the occurrence of the certain hold, the certain hold is set as the hold display change target hold and the hold display change target If there is one or more pre-pending hold that is a hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold display change target hold at the time when the hold occurs, It is the period from when the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the hold is satisfied until the variable display of the identification information executed when the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain preemption is satisfied is stopped and displayed. In the hold display change target period, the hold image corresponding to the hold display change target hold is changed to a special hold image and can be displayed.
When the hold image corresponding to the hold display change target hold is changed to the special hold image and displayed during the hold display change target period, a hold display change effect that is an effect to suggest or notify that the hold image is changed to the special hold image is displayed. It is configured to display after changing to a special hold image.
The hold display change target period takes either the first period or a second period longer than the first period, and as the type of the hold display change effect, the first hold display change effect and the concerned At least a second hold display change effect having a longer execution time than the first hold display change effect, and when the hold display change target period takes the first period, the hold display change effect When the game is executed, the pachinko gaming machine is configured so that the first hold display change effect is more easily executed than the second hold display change effect.

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