JP2017209180A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of executing excessive winning notification according to the number of rounds of a special game by suppressing such cases that the excessive winning notification is not executed and the excessive winning notification is frequently executed.MEANS FOR SOLVING THE PROBLEM: A game machine includes special game execution means for executing, on the basis of determination of winning by win/failure determination means, a special game of executing a round of changing an open state and a closed state of a large winning hole 45 the number of setup times. The game machine substitutes a value of the number of setup rounds set to the special game executed by special game execution means, into an allowable-number-of-cumulative-winning calculation formula to calculate an allowable number of cumulative winnings, causes a cumulative-number-of-winning count means to count the number of winnings winning the large winning hole 45 for each special game, and, when the count value of the number of winnings by the cumulative-number-of-winning count means exceeds the allowable number of cumulative winnings, executes cumulative-number-of-winning excess notification.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that notifies when there are excessive winnings.

  Conventionally, for example, a pachinko gaming machine has a variable winning opening that changes between an open state in which a game ball can be won and a closed state in which it is difficult to win, and changes the open state and closed state of the variable winning opening when winning. There is a gaming machine that executes a special game in which the number of rounds is set. The number of winning prizes to the variable winning opening in each round is counted, and the variable winning opening is configured to change from the open state to the closed state when the winning count reaches a predetermined number.

  The number of winnings to the variable winning opening is over the predetermined number of times when a plurality of gaming balls wins almost simultaneously or the variable winning opening changes from the open state to the completely closed state immediately before reaching the predetermined number. A ball may win a prize. Moreover, there is a possibility that an excessive number of winnings exceeding a predetermined number may be performed due to fraud.

There is a type of gaming machine in which a preset number of winnings is provided in advance for one round, and an abnormality is notified when the number of rounds exceeding the predetermined number of winnings exceeds a predetermined number.
In addition, there are game machines that execute a plurality of types of special games with different numbers of rounds in one special game. In such models, even if a special game has a different number of rounds, Abnormality notification was performed by setting the same conditions for performing abnormality notification.

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  However, in a gaming machine that executes a plurality of types of special games with different numbers of rounds in one special game, when the abnormality notification is performed with the same number of winnings set for one round and abnormality notification conditions set, the number of rounds is increased. There is a possibility that the over-winning notification cannot be performed in the minimum special game or the special game with a small number of rounds, or the over-winning notification is frequently performed in a special game with the maximum number of rounds or a special game with a large number of rounds.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above points, and is special in that it prevents an excessive winning notification from being performed or a frequent excessive winning notification from being performed when a special game with a different number of rounds is executed. An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of notifying excessive winnings according to the number of game rounds.

  The invention of means 1 is determined to be winning by a variable winning opening that changes between an open state in which a game ball can be won and a closed state in which it is difficult to win, a success / failure determination unit that determines whether a game is successful, and the success / failure determination unit. And a special game executing means for executing a special game for performing a set number of rounds for changing the open state and the closed state of the variable prize opening, wherein the set number of rounds is included in the special game. In the gaming machine in which a plurality of different types of special games are provided, and the special game execution unit executes the special game execution unit by selecting one type of special game based on the success / failure determination unit being won, the special game execution unit executes A cumulative winning allowable number calculating means for calculating a cumulative winning allowable number by substituting the value of the set round number set for the special game into a cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula set in advance; The cumulative winning number counting means for counting the number of winnings won in the variable winning opening during execution of each special game, and whether or not the count value of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting means exceeds the cumulative winning allowable number A cumulative winning number determining means for determining whether or not the cumulative winning number determining means determines that the count value of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting means exceeds the allowable cumulative winning number. And a cumulative winning number excess notifying means for performing excess notification.

  According to the first aspect of the invention, the value of the set round number set in the special game is substituted into the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula to calculate the cumulative winning allowable number, and the calculated cumulative winning allowable number is calculated during the special game. When the number of winnings exceeds the cumulative number of winnings notification, it is possible to suppress excessive winning notifications or frequent excessive winning notifications when special games with different numbers of rounds are executed. It is possible to notify the excessive winnings according to the number of rounds set in the special game.

  The invention of means 2 is characterized in that, in means 1, the cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula is common to a plurality of types of special games having different set round numbers.

  According to the invention of means 2, since the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula is common to a plurality of types of special games having different set round numbers, the processing is simple.

  The invention of the means 3 is characterized in that the means 1 or 2 further comprises a winning number increasing state notifying means for notifying an increasing state of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting means.

  According to the invention of means 3, since the increase state of the winning number is notified during the special game, it is possible to grasp the increasing state of the winning number during the special game.

  According to the present invention, the value of the set round number set in the special game is substituted into the cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula to calculate the cumulative winning allowable number, and the calculated cumulative winning allowable number is used as the winning in the special game. Since the cumulative number of winnings is overreported when the number exceeds the number, the special game is controlled by preventing the excessive winnings from being notified or being frequently overreported when a special game with a different number of rounds is executed. In accordance with the number of rounds set to, it becomes possible to perform an excessive winning notification.

It is a front view of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the back side of the game machine. It is a block diagram which shows the connection of the control board, apparatus, etc. of the gaming machine. It is a flowchart of the main process of a main control board. It is a flowchart of the interruption process in the same main control board. It is a flowchart of the command reception process in the same interrupt process. It is a 1st flowchart of prize ball control processing in the interruption processing. It is a 2nd flowchart of the same prize ball control processing. It is a flowchart of the big winning award payout number processing in the same interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of the payout control board command process in the interrupt process. It is a flowchart of a winning detection process in the interrupt process. It is a flowchart of special operation processing in the same interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of the special symbol waiting process in the interruption process. It is a flowchart of the special symbol jackpot determination process in the interrupt process. It is a 1st flowchart of the special symbol selection process in the interruption process. It is a 2nd flowchart of the special symbol selection process in the interruption process. It is a 1st flowchart of the special symbol fluctuation pattern selection process in the interruption process. It is a 2nd flowchart of the special symbol fluctuation pattern selection process in the interruption process. It is a flowchart of the special symbol random number shift process in the same interrupt process. It is a flowchart of the process in change in the interruption process. It is a flowchart of the special symbol determination process in the same interrupt process. It is a 1st flowchart of the special electric accessory process in the interruption process. It is a 2nd flowchart of the special electric accessory process in the interruption process. It is a flowchart of the number-of-holding balls processing in the interruption processing. It is a flowchart of the power-off monitoring process in the interruption process. It is a flowchart of a payout control board process. It is a flowchart of the command analysis process in the same payout control board process. It is a flowchart of the payout apparatus control process in the same payout control board process. It is a flowchart of a payout control board prize ball payout number determination process in the payout device control process. It is a flowchart of the payout process in the payout control board process. It is a flowchart of the payout abnormality monitoring process in the payout process. It is a flowchart of the payout abnormality cancellation process in the payout process. It is a flowchart of the full detection process in the payout process. It is a flowchart of a ballless monitoring process in the payout process. It is a 1st flowchart of the command output process in the same payout control board process. It is a 2nd flowchart of the command output process in the same payout control board process. It is a flowchart of a sub control main process. It is a flowchart of an external INT interruption process. It is a flowchart of a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is a flowchart of a 10 ms timer interrupt process. It is a flowchart of a main command analysis process. It is a figure which shows the memory | storage state of an abnormal data buffer. It is a figure which shows the example of a winning number increase state and the cumulative winning number excess alert | report.

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. A gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 is a pachinko gaming machine that uses a game ball as a game medium, and an outer guide rail 3 and an inner guide rail 4 are arranged in a substantially circular shape on the edge of the game board 2, and the outer guide rail 3 And a game area 6 defined by the inner guide rail 4 is provided on the game board 2. In the game area 6, a guide nail R for guiding a game ball is provided on the surface of the game board 2. Further, on the front side of the gaming machine 1, a lamp device including a decorative lamp 35 and the like, a game ball supplied to the launching device and a ball receiving upper plate 36 for receiving paid-out game balls, and the ball receiving upper A ball receiving lower plate 37 for receiving a game ball when the plate 36 is full, a speaker 38 for emitting sound effects, an abnormality notification lamp 39, and a game ball being shot toward the game area 6 in response to a player's launch operation. A launching device 64 for launching and launching, and a game operation switch 67 operable by the player are provided. The ball receiving lower tray 37 corresponds to a storage unit that stores game balls paid out by the payout device. The abnormality notification lamp 39 corresponds to abnormality notification means. In FIG. 1, reference numeral W1 is an outer frame of the gaming machine, W2 is a front frame attached to the outer frame W1, and G is a glass frame attached to the front frame W2 by a hinge so as to be opened and closed. Hereinafter, main parts of the gaming machine 1 will be described.

  In the game area 6, a display device 10, an upper start winning port 41, a lower start winning port 42, a big winning port 45, and an out port 48 are arranged in order from the upper part to the lower part on the center line. A left sleeve first winning port 51 and a left sleeve second winning port 52 are arranged to the left of the upper starting winning port 41 and the lower starting winning port 42, and a left dropped winning port is placed on the left and right of the big winning port 45. 53 and a right drop winning opening 54 are arranged. Further, a normal symbol variation start gate 55 is provided on the left side of the display device 10, and a windmill 76 is provided below the normal symbol change start gate 55. On the other hand, a normal symbol display device 50 is incorporated in the lower right of the display device 10.

  The upper start winning port 41, the lower start winning port 42, the large winning port 45, the left sleeve first winning port 51, the left sleeve second winning port 52, the left dropping winning port 53, and the right dropping winning port 54 are a game area. This corresponds to a winning opening for game media provided in No. 6. When a game ball that is launched into the game area 6 and flows down in the game area 6 wins (enters) each of the above-mentioned winning holes, a predetermined number of award balls (game balls) are awarded to the player for one winning ball. To be paid out. The number of payout balls for the one winning ball is set for each winning slot.

  The display device 10 corresponds to display means for variably displaying a plurality of identification symbols. In the present embodiment, a special symbol is used as the identification symbol. The display device 10 can display an image such as a pattern, and is composed of an image display device such as a liquid crystal, a dot matrix, or an LED display device. In this embodiment, the display device 10 is a liquid crystal display (TFT-LCD module). It is configured. The display device 10 is configured to be able to stop display after a plurality of special symbols are variably displayed for a predetermined time in accordance with a variation mode, and the determination result of the success / failure is indicated by the special symbols that are stopped and displayed. The special symbol may be referred to as a determination symbol.

  In the display device 10, the left special symbol (left identification symbol), the middle special symbol (middle identification symbol), and the right special symbol (right identification symbol) arranged side by side are variably displayed according to the variation pattern (variation mode). After the variable time variation set in the above is displayed, the left special symbol, middle special symbol, and right special symbol are stopped and displayed as a fixed stop special symbol (fixed stop identification symbol) based on the determination result. In addition, the display device 10 can display an effect composed of a background, a character, a character, etc. (sound, light emission, etc. are also included as appropriate) along with the special symbol variation display. A plurality of the variation patterns are provided as will be described later, and the variation display of the special symbol is performed on the display device 10 based on the variation pattern selected from the plurality of variation patterns.

  In this embodiment, the left special symbol, middle special symbol, and right special symbol which are displayed in a variable and stopped state are “0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11”, respectively. There are 12 patterns. In this embodiment, when the game success / failure determination result is a jackpot, the display device 10 has a jackpot special symbol combination, in this example, “0, 0, 0” (so-called “0” tick) or “ A special symbol is stopped and displayed with a combination of the same numbers such as “1, 1, 1” (so-called “1” glances). In the case of a big hit, a special game (a big hit game) that is more advantageous to the player (easy to acquire a game ball) than the case of a miss is executed. In addition, when the game success / failure determination result is unacceptable, the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the display device 10 in a combination other than a glance.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the jackpot of the determination result is usually 15R jackpot, probability variation 15R jackpot, normal 2R jackpot, probability variation 2R jackpot. When the determination result is normally 15R jackpot, the display device 10 is usually combined with a 15R jackpot symbol. In this example, “0, 0, 0” (so-called '0' greed) or “2, 2, 2 ”(so-called“ 2 ”tick-eye) etc., and the same even-numbered symbols (even tick-eye) from“ 0 ”to“ 8 ”are stopped and displayed. , The probability variation 15R jackpot symbol combination, in this example, “1,1,1” (so-called '1' tick eyes), “3,3,3” (so-called “3” tick eyes), etc. The same odd numbered symbols ("odd tick") from 'to' 9 'are stopped and displayed. Further, in the case of 2R jackpot, the stop display is usually “10, 10, 10”, and in the case of the probability variation 2R jackpot, “11, 11, 11”.

  The normal symbol display device 50 includes a display device such as a liquid crystal, a dot matrix, or an LED display device. The normal symbol display device 50 of this embodiment is composed of an LED display device. The normal symbols that are changed and stopped on the normal symbol display device 50 in the present embodiment are composed of two types, “◯” and “×”. In the case of the normal symbol, the normal symbol “◯” is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 50, and “X” is displayed in the case of being out of the normal symbol.

The upper start winning opening 41 has a shape with an open top so that a game ball can enter (win) from above.
On the other hand, the lower start winning opening 42 has two movable pieces 42a and 42b which are substantially vertical by a start winning opening solenoid on the back and a closed state (normal state) in which a game ball is difficult to win (entry) and a substantially V-shaped. It is controlled so as to be able to change between open states in which (inverted C-shaped) can be won. The lower start winning opening 42 is shifted to the open state after the normal symbol is changed on the normal symbol display device 50, and then a fixed stop display is displayed with a normal symbol (“○” in this embodiment) indicating the normal symbol. It is done when

  Further, on the back of the game board 2, an upper start winning port detection switch (upper start winning port sensor) for detecting a game ball won (entered) in the upper start winning port 41 and the lower start winning port A lower start winning port detection switch (lower start winning port sensor) for detecting a game ball won (entered) 42 is provided in each winning ball passage. In this embodiment, the detection (winning) of a game ball in the upper start winning opening 41 or the lower start winning opening 42 is caused by acquisition of a random number value and start of variable display of the special symbol. Is set to establishment of the determination condition, and it is determined whether or not it is a big hit by the determination unit due to the establishment of the determination condition.

  A random number value is included by winning at the upper start winning port 41 or the lower start winning port 42 and being detected by the upper start winning port detection switch (upper start winning port sensor) or the lower start winning port detection switch. Game information is acquired and the special symbol is displayed in a variable manner. Further, during the special symbol variation display, the upper start winning port 41 or the lower start winning port 42 is won and the upper start winning port detection switch (upper start winning port sensor) or the lower start winning port detection switch is selected. Game information including a random number value is acquired, and the acquired game information is stored in the order of winning as a special symbol variation holding ball number up to a preset number, and a special symbol variation display (Corresponding to the progress of the resulting game) is temporarily held and the special symbol variation display is sequentially started, thereby reducing the number of stored special symbol variation holding balls and erasing the memory. The number of storages reserved for winning at the upper start winning port 41 and the lower start winning port 42 does not include the currently changing memory in the display device 10 and is set to a maximum of four.

  When the maximum number of game balls detected (the number of special symbol variation hold balls) by the start winning port detection switch (upper start winning port detection switch, lower start winning port detection switch) is stored, the start winning award is stored. Even if the mouth detection switch detects more winning game balls, it becomes an invalid ball (overflow winning ball) that is not stored as the number of holds, and for the invalid ball, random number storage, determination of success / failure, and special symbol variation are performed. The predetermined number of winning ball game balls are paid out without winning.

  The normal symbol change start gate 55 is configured to display the normal symbol display based on the fact that a game ball passing through the normal symbol change start gate 55 is detected by a normal symbol change start switch provided on the back of the game board 2. The apparatus 50 starts to change the normal symbol. Further, during the normal symbol variation display, the normal symbol variation generated by the game ball passing through the normal symbol variation start gate 55 is not included in the memory of the normal symbol variation device 50 that is currently changing. A maximum of four normal symbol holding numbers are stored, and the normal symbol holding number is reduced by starting the fluctuation of the normal symbols.

  Further, on the back of the game board 2, a left sleeve first winning port detection switch (detection sensor) for detecting a winning ball of the left sleeve first winning port 51, and a winning ball of the left sleeve second winning port 52 are provided. Left sleeve second winning opening detection switch (detection sensor) to detect, left falling winning opening detection switch (detection sensor) and right dropping winning opening detection switch to detect winning balls of the left dropping winning opening 53 and the right dropping winning opening 54 (Detection sensor) is provided.

  The large winning opening 45 corresponds to a variable winning opening. The special prize opening 45 includes an opening / closing plate 46 that is opened and closed by a special prize opening opening solenoid provided on the back of the game board 2. The opening / closing plate 46 corresponds to a member that changes the large winning opening 45 between an open state where a game ball can win and a closed state where winning is difficult during a special game period. The special winning opening 45 is normally in a state in which the opening / closing plate 46 is closed (closed state), and is opened and closed during a special game (a big win game) that is executed when the determination result is a big hit. Further, in the big winning opening 45, a big winning opening winning detection switch (large winning opening winning detection sensor) for detecting a winning ball won in the big winning opening 45 is provided.

  Upper start winning opening detection switch, lower start winning opening detection switch, left sleeve first winning opening detection switch, left sleeve second winning opening detection switch, left falling winning opening detection switch, right falling winning opening detection switch, large winning prize The mouth winning detection switch corresponds to a winning detection means for detecting a game ball won in each winning mouth.

  The launching device 64 has a launching motor that is driven by the operation of the operation lever 65 on the back side, and the game ball is ejected by the driving of the launching motor. The launch ball fired by the launch device 64 is guided to the game area 6 through a launch ball guide path formed between the inner guide rail 4 and the outer guide rail 3 erected on the surface of the game board 2. The The game ball guided to the game area 6 rolls down and falls down and wins each of the devices and the winning holes, or if the player does not win anywhere, the game board 2 enters the game board 2 from the out port 48. It is discharged to the back side.

  As shown in FIG. 2, a plurality of control boards, devices, and the like are provided on the back side of the gaming machine 1. Main control boards include a main control board 200, a sub-control board 205, a display control board 210, an audio control board 220, a payout control board 240, a power supply board 250, and a launch control board 260. Reference numeral 265 is an external terminal, 281 is a dispensing device, 283 is a ballless detection switch, 289 is a ball storage tank, and 291 is a ball guide rod. Reference numeral 271 denotes a RAM clear switch, reference numeral 272 denotes a power switch, and reference numeral 273 denotes an error release switch.

  Each control board is provided with a control circuit. Moreover, each control board is arrange | positioned in the back side of the game machine 1 in the state accommodated in the case individually or collectively. The main control board and apparatus are simply shown using the block diagram of FIG.

  The main control board 200 corresponds to a main control device that performs main control of the game and outputs a control signal (also referred to as a command signal or a command) to another control device, and includes a CPU, a RAM, a ROM, and a plurality of counters. The microcomputer includes at least a microcomputer and is connected to the sub-control board 205, the payout control board 240, and the like. The CPU executes a control program and performs main control related to the game. The main control board 200 operates by receiving power from the power board 250.

  The CPU in the main control board 200 includes a control unit, a calculation unit, various counters, various registers, various flags, etc., performs arithmetic control, generates a random value, and sends a signal such as a control signal to the sub-control board 205. And output (transmission) to the payout control board 240 and the like.

  The RAM is based on the number of special symbol variation holding balls based on the detection of winning by the upper start winning port detection switch and the lower starting winning port detection switch and the detection of winning by the normal symbol variation start switch. It has a memory area for the number of normal symbol variation holding balls, a memory area for various random values generated by the CPU, a memory area and flags for temporarily storing various data such as game data necessary for games, and a CPU work area. .

  In the ROM, control programs and control data for the CPU, variation modes regarding symbol display on the display device 10, symbol data, and the like are written, and determination values for big hits and small hits are written.

  The signal output from the main control board 200 includes an operable signal for causing the payout control board 240 to recognize that the main control board 200 is in an operable state, the sub control board 205, the display control board 220, or the payout. There is at least a control signal (command) for causing another control board (control device) such as the control board 240 to perform control. The control signal includes a payout command (including payout instruction data) based on winning detection at a winning mouth (winning device), a large winning mouth winning number command based on winning at a big winning mouth, and a command indicating the type of special game (2R command, 15R command), a variation command (including a variation pattern command) for variably displaying a special symbol on the display device 10 according to a mode based on the jackpot determination result, a jackpot determination result for displaying on the display device 10 It includes at least data, determination results data for normal symbols to be displayed on the normal symbol display device 50, and the like. The payout command is a control signal that causes the payout control board 240 to control the payout device 281, and is output from the main control board 200 to the payout control board 240. In addition, the control signal output from the main control board 200 may include data at the time of power-on, abnormality, big hit round, and the like.

  The main control board 200 is connected to various winning opening detection switches (sensors), a solenoid of the lower start winning opening 42 and a solenoid of the large winning opening 45 through a relay circuit, and various winning openings. And controls opening / closing of the lower start winning opening 42 and the large winning opening 45.

  The sub control board 205 is connected to the main control board 200 and configured to receive a control signal from the main control board 200, and is connected to the display control board 210 to control the display device 10. ing. The sub-control board 205 includes an input / output circuit connecting the CPU, ROM, RAM, RTC, and main control board 200, the display control board 210, the lamp relay board, the voice control board 220, and the game operation switch 67. Input / output circuit. The sub control board 205 corresponds to a sub game control device, and controls a game according to a control signal output from the main control board 200. In this embodiment, the sub-control board 205 also serves as a lamp control board, receives the control signal output from the main control board 200, and controls the lamp relay board and the display control board 210 based on the received control signal. A signal is being output. The control signal from the main control board 200 includes a control signal for controlling the display device 10 by the sub-control board 205 and data and signals for the lamp device, a winning command, a start winning opening winning command, a variation command, a jackpot. A command, a prize winning number command, etc. are included, and the game is controlled in accordance with the contents of those signals.

  The ROM of the sub-control board 205 stores control programs, data constants, effects and background information according to variation modes executed by the display device 10, and the RAM stores various data storage areas and CPU operations. Has an area. The RTC (real time clock) is operated by a built-in battery even when the power is turned off, and has a function of measuring time. The lamp relay board is connected to a lamp device such as a decoration lamp 35, an abnormality notification lamp 39, and the like, and a lamp device such as the decoration lamp 35 and an abnormality notification are transmitted by a control signal transmitted from the sub control board 205 to the lamp relay board. The operation of the lamp 39 is controlled. The sub control board 205 is operated by receiving power from the power board 250.

  Further, as will be described in detail later, the sub-control board 210 according to the present embodiment sets the cumulative winning allowable number according to the number of rounds (set round number) executed in one special game (one special game). It is calculated by the allowable number calculation formula, and it is determined whether or not the number of winnings (cumulative winning number) won in the big winning opening 45 during one special game (big hit game) exceeds the cumulative winning allowable number. In such a case, the display device 10 or the like is configured to notify the cumulative winning number excess notification.

The cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula is a calculation formula for calculating the cumulative winning allowable number by substituting the value of the set round number set in the special game executed by the special game executing means. An example of the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula is shown below.
Cumulative winning allowance = (set round number x round unit winning set number x predetermined coefficient α) + (round unit winning set number x predetermined coefficient β)
The value of (set round number × round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient α) varies depending on the set round number set for one special game (one special game) and the round unit winning set number. Further, the part of (the round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient β) is a part whose value changes according to the round unit winning set number.
The calculation formula of (set round number × round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient α) is configured so that the allowable number can be determined by the value of α, but if the value of α is 1.1, for example, Since the value of the number is too strict, a calculated value of (round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient β) is added so that the allowable number is slightly relaxed.
The “round unit winning set number” is the number of winnings to be set for each round that is set in common with respect to one round in special games with different set round numbers, and the “predetermined coefficient α” and the “predetermined coefficient β”. Is a coefficient value set in common for special games with different numbers of set rounds.
In this embodiment, the value of “round unit winning setting number” is set to “10”, the value of “predetermined coefficient α” is set to “1.1”, and the value of “predetermined coefficient β” is set to “0.3”. Then, when those numerical values are substituted, the expression of the cumulative winning allowable number becomes the following expression.
Accumulated number of winning prizes = (Number of set rounds × 10 × 1.1) + (10 × 0.3) (Formula A)
Note that the value of the “predetermined coefficient α” is not limited to “1.1”, and may be set to a value larger or smaller than “1.1” depending on the type of gaming machine, It can be lost. Further, the value of the “predetermined coefficient β” is not limited to “0.3”.

  In this embodiment, there are two types of rounds (set rounds) set for the special game, ie, 2 rounds and 15 rounds. A special game (2R special game) set in two rounds is a special game (a jackpot game) executed in the case of two rounds (2R) jackpot (usually 2R jackpot or probability variable 2R jackpot). On the other hand, a 15-round special game (15R special game) set to 15 rounds is a special game (a jackpot game) executed in the case of 15 rounds (15R) jackpot (usually 15R jackpot or probability variable 15R jackpot).

  In the case of a 2-round special game, the cumulative winning allowable number is obtained by substituting “2” into “set round number” in the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula A, and (2 × 10 × 1.1) + (10 × 0 .3) = 25. In other words, the number of possible winnings according to the specified value is 20, whereas the allowable number is 25. Therefore, up to 5 is allowed, and when the number exceeds 5, it is determined to be abnormal. Yes. Moreover, since only the calculation formula of (number of set rounds × round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient α) is 22, the allowable value is too strict, so (round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient β) The range of allowable values is expanded by adding calculated values.

In addition, in the case of 15 round special games, the cumulative winning allowable number is obtained by substituting “15” into the “set round number” in the cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula A to obtain (15 × 10 × 1.1) + (10 × 0.3) = 168. In other words, the possible number of winnings according to the prescribed value is 150, but the allowable number is 168. Therefore, up to 18 is allowed, and when it exceeds 18, the unit is judged to be abnormal. Yes. Also, with the same idea as in the case of 2R, if only the calculation formula of (number of set rounds × round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient α) is 165, it becomes 165, so (round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient β) The range of allowable values is expanded by adding the calculated value of.
In the present embodiment, the calculated value of (round unit winning set number × predetermined coefficient β) is used. However, (set round number × predetermined coefficient β) may be used, and when the set round number is used in this way, It is preferable that the value of the predetermined coefficient β is larger than 0.3.

  The display control board 210 includes a microcomputer including a CPU, a ROM, and a RAM, an input circuit that connects the sub-control board 205, and an output circuit that connects the display device 10, and is transmitted from the sub-control board 205. Based on the control signal, display on the display device 10 is controlled. A control program is stored in the ROM of the display control board 210. The display control board 210 reads out predetermined display control data from the ROM based on a control signal from the sub-control board 205, generates control data in the storage area of the RAM, and generates VDP. (Not shown). The VDP reads necessary data from the ROM based on a command from the CPU, creates display image map data, and stores it in the VRAM. The image data stored and stored in the VRAM is converted into RGB signals by a D / A conversion circuit provided in the output circuit and output to the display device 10.

  The audio control board 220 synthesizes an audio signal based on the signal output from the sub-control board 205 and outputs it to the amplifier. The amplifier amplifies the audio signal and outputs it to the speaker 38.

  The payout control board 240 has a microcomputer including a CPU, a ROM, and a RAM. The payout control board 240 is connected to the payout apparatus 281 and receives a control signal output from the main control board 200 to control the payout apparatus 281. A program for controlling the CPU is stored in the ROM of the payout control board 240.

  The RAM of the payout control board 240 also corresponds to storage means (abnormal data buffer) for storing the presence / absence of abnormality of the gaming machine. The RAM (storage means) is updated to the latest abnormality presence / absence information by storing the newly detected presence / absence results. The latest abnormality presence / absence information stored in the RAM is stored in the RAM until it is output to the main control board 200), and is erased from the RAM by being output to the main control board 200.

  The RAM of the payout control board 240 also corresponds to payout storage means, and the number of game balls to be paid out by the payout device 281 is added for each win based on the detection of winning at various winning ports (winning devices). In addition, it is possible to store the remaining total number of payouts after subtracting the payout amount that has already been paid out. That is, every time one winning ball is detected in one winning device (for example, the upper start winning opening 41), the number of payouts set for the one winning ball is added to the total payout number and the total payout number after addition is added. Further, the total number of payouts after subtraction is stored by subtracting the number of payouts (the number of payouts set) paid out by the payout device 281 from the total payout number. Also, the number of payouts (the number of payouts set) can be stored.

  Signal transmission / reception between the main control board 200 and the payout control board 240 will be described. From the main control board 200, at least a control signal and an operable signal can be transmitted (output) to the payout control board 240. On the other hand, from the payout control board 240, at least abnormality information and abnormality release information are transmitted from the main control board. Transmission (output) to the substrate 200 is possible. The main control board 200 is configured to receive at least abnormality information and abnormality release information transmitted from the payout control board 240, while the payout control board 240 is transmitted from the main control board 200. At least the control signal and the operable signal can be received.

  In this embodiment, when the main control board 200 receives the abnormality information (payout abnormality command or the like) transmitted from the payout control board 240, the main control board 200 outputs data corresponding to the sub control board 205, and The sub-control board 205 controls the lighting and blinking of the abnormality notification lamp 39 and the decoration lamp 35 to notify the abnormality. Further, when an abnormality (payout abnormality) of the payout device 281 occurs, for example, an abnormality in which the game ball is detected for a predetermined time or more due to a game ball clogging or the like, the payout control is performed based on the operation of the error release switch 273. When the main control board 200 receives the abnormality cancellation information (payout abnormality cancellation command) transmitted from the board 240, the main control board 200 transmits data corresponding to the sub control board 205, and the sub control board 205 205 is configured to end the abnormality notification lighting of the decorative lamp 35. The abnormality information and the abnormality release information transmitted from the payout control board 240 are deleted (cleared) after transmission to the main control board 200. In addition, abnormality notification is notified by connecting directly to the sub-control board 205 without passing through the main control board 200, or by connecting a dedicated notification device to the payout control board 240 and controlling the payout control board 240. Notification control of a dedicated notification device may be performed.

The payout control board 240 is also connected to the lower pan full switch, the error release switch 273, and the no-ball detection switch 283.
The lower plate full switch is a sensor for detecting whether or not the lower ball full state is full when the game ball is full (filled up) in the ball receiving lower plate 37, and flows down to the lower ball receiving plate 37. The lower plate full detection signal can be input to the dispensing control board 240. The connection method is not limited to this. For example, at least one of the abnormality detection switches such as the lower plate full switch, the error release switch 273, and the no-ball detection switch 283 is connected to a control board other than the payout control board 240. It may be acceptable.

  The error release switch 273 is configured so that when a payout abnormality relating to the payout device 281 occurs (for example, an abnormality in which a game ball is continuously detected for a predetermined time or more due to a game ball clogging or the like), the game store confirms the abnormality and indicates an abnormal state. This switch is pressed after canceling. When the error release switch 273 is pressed (ON), a push (ON) signal of the error release switch 273 is output to the payout control board 240. And it has comprised so that the dispensing device 281 which has stopped can be changed to an operable state.

  The no-ball detection switch 283 is a switch for detecting a game ball supplied to the payout device 281 and is turned on when the game ball is detected, and turned off when the game ball is not detected. A no-ball detection signal from the no-ball detection switch 283 is output to the payout control board 240. It should be noted that the ON state of the no-ball detection switch is a normal state in which game balls are supplied to the payout device 281, while the OFF state is an abnormal state in which no game balls are supplied to the payout device 281. That is, there is no ball. The no-ball detection switch 283 and the lower pan full switch correspond to abnormality detection means.

  It should be noted that the dispensing device 281 that has been stopped due to the detection of an abnormal state of the no-ball detection switch 283 or the lower plate full switch is an error release switch when the no-ball detection switch 283 or the lower plate full switch is in a normal state. The payout device can be automatically changed to an operable state without pressing 273.

  The payout device 281 controlled by the payout control board 240 corresponds to payout means, and is a device for paying out game balls due to establishment of payout conditions. The payout device 281 is configured such that a payout screw rotates when a payout motor (electrical drive source) is driven, and a game ball guided into the payout device 281 after being guided from the ball guide rod 291 is: It rides on the vane portion of the payout screw, moves gradually downward by the rotation of the payout screw, and pays out the game ball from the ball payout outlet of the payout device 281. The fulfillment of the payout condition corresponds to a game ball winning at each winning opening or a ball lending payout request. In the payout device 281 of this embodiment, the ball flow path from the payout screw is divided into two left and right lines, leading to the left payout outlet and the right payout outlet, and one game ball from each of the left payout outlet and the right payout outlet. It is configured to be paid out. A left payout sensor for detecting a game ball sent to the left payout outlet by rotation of the payout screw and a right payout sensor for detecting a game ball sent to the right payout outlet are provided on the left and right of the screw, respectively. The game ball sent to the exit is detected and the detection signal can be output to the payout control board 240.

  In the present embodiment, the payout left sensor and the payout right sensor are configured by photosensors. When the photosensor is not blocked by the game ball, the sensor is turned off (no game ball is detected), and the photosensor is blocked by the game ball. If it is detected, the sensor is turned ON (game ball detection). The state where the payout left or right sensor is ON (game ball detection) is a state where the payout motor of the payout device 281 is driven and payout is continued, while the state of OFF (game ball non-detection) is In this state, the payout motor of the payout device 281 is stopped and the payout is stopped. It should be noted that confirmation of an abnormality due to a failure of the payout left sensor and the payout right sensor also corresponds to an abnormality detecting means.

The power supply board 250 is supplied with AC24V from the outside, converts the input AC24V into DC34V, converts the converted DC34V into DC12V and DC5V by each regulator, and supplies them to each board.
The launch control board 260 controls the launch motor in the launch device 64.

A random number counter provided on the main control board (main control means) 200 will be described.
The random number counter provided on the main control board 200 includes a jackpot determination random number counter, a hit type determination random number counter, a jackpot symbol random number counter, a reach random number counter, a special symbol data random number counter, and a variation mode random number counter. There is a normal symbol random number counter.

  The jackpot determination random number counter is used for jackpot determination by the hit determination unit, and is composed of random numbers from “0” to “629”. The hit determination random number value in the jackpot determination random number counter is incremented by 1 every time the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process described later starts from “0” when the gaming machine is turned on, and reaches “629”. Is set to “0” and the addition is repeated again. The jackpot determination random number is based on the fact that a winning at the upper start winning opening 41 or the lower starting winning opening 42 is detected by the upper start winning opening detection switch or the lower start winning opening detection switch (establishment of determination condition). The acquired random number value (random number value of the data for success / failure determination) is set as a jackpot value (corresponding to a hit random number value) in a normal game (low probability state, probability: 1/315) '3' , '397' is a big hit if it matches any of '397', on the other hand, in the probability variation game (high probability state, probability: 5/315) '3', ' If it matches any of 53 ',' 100 ',' 173 ',' 227 ',' 281 ',' 337 ',' 397 ',' 449 ', and' 503 ', it is a big hit.

  In the present embodiment, the jackpot value for probability variation games (high probability state, probability: 5/315) is set to include all the jackpot values for normal games (low probability state, probability: 1/315). ing. In the case of a jackpot, a special symbol (identification information) is changed on the display device 10 and a combination of symbols (identification-specific information) indicating the jackpot. In this embodiment, in the case of a normal 15R jackpot, “0” to “8”. The same even number of symbols (even numbers) are stopped and displayed. On the other hand, in the case of a probability variation 15R big hit, the same odd number of symbols (odd numbers) from '1' to '9' Is displayed in a stopped state, and is normally displayed as “10, 10, 10” when 2R jackpot is hit, and is stopped and displayed as “11,11,11” when 2R jackpot is probable, a jackpot game (special game) Migrate to When it is a big win game, the big winning opening 45 is opened (opened), and a winning is made possible. The opening and closing of the winning prize opening 45 is normally repeated for 15 rounds (15 times) for 15R jackpot and 15R jackpots, while it is repeated for 2 rounds (2 times) for 2R jackpots and 2R jackpots. It is. Whether or not the normal 15R, the normal 2R, the probability variation 15R, and the probability variation 2R big hit is determined by the random number value acquired from the hit type determination random number counter described later.

  The hit type determination random number counter is used to determine whether the jackpot type is normally 15R jackpot, probability variation 15R jackpot, normal 2R jackpot, or probability variation 2R jackpot, and consists of random numbers from “0” to “9”. . The winning type determination random number value is incremented by 1 every time the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process described later starts from “0” when the gaming machine is turned on, and then becomes “0” when reaching “9”. The above addition is repeated again. The winning type determination random number value is acquired due to the fact that a winning at the starting winning port 42 is detected by the starting winning port detecting switch (establishment of success / failure determination condition).

  The hit type determination random value is an even number random number, and in the case of “0”, “2”, “4”, “6”, “8”, “2”, “4”, “6” are usually 15R. The jackpot is set, and the remaining '0' and '8' are normally set to 2R jackpot. On the other hand, when the random number value for determining the hit type is an odd random number value “1”, “3”, “5”, “7”, “9”, “3”, “5”, “7” is a probability variation 15R. The jackpot is set, and the remaining '1' and '9' are set to the probability variation 2R jackpot. In the case of a normal 15R jackpot and a normal 2R jackpot, the gaming state after the jackpot game (special game) becomes a normal game (low probability state), and in the case of the probability variation 15R jackpot and the probability variation 2R jackpot, the jackpot game (special game) ) After that, the gaming state becomes a probability variation game (high probability state). In the case of the probability variation 15R jackpot and the probability variation 2R jackpot, after the jackpot game, a high probability state is maintained until at least the next jackpot.

  The jackpot symbol random number counter determines a jackpot symbol combination to be confirmed and stopped on the display device 10 when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot and the hit type is usually 15R jackpot or the probability variation 15R jackpot And consist of random numbers from “0” to “4”. This jackpot symbol random number is incremented by 1 every time a normal symbol / special symbol major random number update process described later starts from “0” when the power is turned on, and when it reaches “4”, it then returns to “0” and is added again. Is to repeat. The jackpot symbol random number is acquired due to winning in the upper start winning opening 41 or the lower starting winning opening 42.

  The jackpot symbol random number is assigned differently depending on whether the hit type is a normal 15R jackpot or a probability variable 15R jackpot as a jackpot symbol combination that is stopped and displayed on the display device 10 when the success / failure determination result is a jackpot. It has been. In the present embodiment, the big hit symbol random number '0' is assigned a zero-numbered pattern (all symbols are the same) which is “0, 0, 0” when the hit type is usually 15R big hit, while the hit type 1 is assigned (1,1,1) in the case of the probability variation 15R jackpot (all symbols are the same). In addition, the big hit symbol random number '1' is assigned with the two crests (all symbols are the same) which is “2, 2, 2” when the hit type is usually 15R big hit, while the hit type is probable 15R. In the case of a big hit, three ticks (all symbols are the same) which are “3, 3, 3” are assigned. In addition, the big hit symbol random number '2' is assigned 4 slots (same for all symbols) that are “4, 4, 4” when the hit type is usually 15R big hit, while the hit type is probable 15R big hit In this case, the fifth gaze (all symbols are the same) which is “5, 5, 5” is assigned. In addition, the jackpot symbol random number '3' is assigned with 6 slots (same for all symbols) that are “6, 6, 6” when the hit type is usually 15R jackpot, while the hit type is probable 15R. In the case of a big hit, 7 ticks (all symbols are the same) which are “7, 7, 7” are assigned. The jackpot symbol random number “4” is assigned 8 slots (same for all symbols) that are “8, 8, 8” when the hit type is usually 15R jackpot, while the hit type is the probability variable 15R jackpot In this case, the 9 ticks (all symbols are the same) which are “9, 9, 9” are assigned.

  As described above, when the hit type is usually 2R jackpot, the jackpot symbol combination of “10, 10, 10” is set, and when the hit type is probable 2R jackpot, the jackpot of “11, 11, 11” is set. Since the symbol combination is set, the jackpot symbol random number is not used in the case of 2R jackpot and probability variation 2R jackpot.

  The reach random number counter is used for determining whether or not to reach the reach state when the result of the success / failure determination by the jackpot determination random number value is out of the reach, and from the random numbers from “0” to “126”. Become. The reach state in this embodiment is except for the special symbol (for example, the middle special symbol) that is stopped and displayed last among the left special symbol, the middle special symbol, and the right special symbol that are stopped and displayed on the display device 10. Other special symbols (for example, the left special symbol and the right special symbol) are the same (excluding the final stop symbol, the state is equal to the jackpot special symbol combination, and the case where the jackpot is finally a big win Is included). This reach random number starts from “0” when the gaming machine 1 is powered on, and is incremented by 1 for each of the later-described normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing. When the numerical value reaches “126”, then “0” is reached. The above addition is repeated again. The reach random number is acquired due to the fact that a winning at the starting winning port 42 is detected by the starting winning port detecting switch (satisfaction determination condition is satisfied). The reach is determined by comparing with the determined reach establishment value. In this embodiment, reach establishment values are “5”, “17”, “28”, “40”, “51”, “63”, “74”, “86”, “97”, “109”, “ 120 '. In the present embodiment, the reach randomness value based on the jackpot determination random number value is always a reach, so this reach random number is not used for the presence / absence of reach.

  The special symbol data random number counter is used for determining a special symbol combination that is to be stopped and displayed on the display device 10 when the jackpot determination result based on the jackpot random number value is out of order. A random number counter for special symbol data 1 for determining the left special symbol to be stopped, a random number counter for special symbol data 2 for determining the middle special symbol, and a random number counter for special symbol data 3 for determining the right special symbol; Each special symbol data random number counter is composed of random numbers from “0” to “11”.

  The random number of the special symbol data 1 starts from “0” when the power is turned on, and is incremented by “1” every time the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing described later is performed. And the addition is repeated again. The random number of the special symbol data 2 starts from “0” when the power is turned on, and is incremented by “1” when the random number of the special symbol data 1 is rewritten to “0”, and reaches “11”. Then, it is rewritten to “0” and the addition is repeated again. Further, the random number of the special symbol data 3 starts from “0” when the power is turned on, and is incremented by “1” when the random number of the special symbol data 2 is rewritten to “0”, and reaches “11”. Then, it is rewritten to “0” and the addition is repeated again. Thereby, even if the random number ranges of the special symbol data 1 to 3 are the same, the random numbers of the special symbol data 1 to 3 can be prevented from being synchronized (added in the same combination).

  Each random number of the special symbol data 1 to 3 is “0” for “0”, “1” for “1”, “2” for “2”, etc. A left special symbol, a middle special symbol, and a right special symbol that are stopped and displayed on the display device 10 at the time of disengagement are assigned. The random numbers of the special symbol data 1 to 3 are acquired due to winning in the upper starting winning port 41 or the lower starting winning port 42, and when the special symbol data 1 to 3 are combined, The left special symbol, middle special symbol, and right special symbol displayed on the display device 10 are determined.

  The variation mode random number counter is used when a variation pattern of a special symbol (identification symbol) in the display device 10 is selected from the variation pattern table, and includes variation mode random numbers of “0” to “198”. When the gaming machine 1 is turned on, the fluctuation mode random number value starts from “0” and is incremented by 1 for each of the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing to be described later. It is set to “0” and the addition is repeated again. The variation mode random value is acquired due to winning in the upper start winning opening 41 or the lower start winning opening 42.

  A plurality of variation pattern tables are provided. In this embodiment, a normal 2R jackpot variation pattern table, a normal 15R jackpot variation pattern table, a normal reach loss variation pattern table, a normal loss variation pattern table, a probability variation 2R jackpot variation pattern table, a probability variation 15R jackpot variation pattern table, a probability variation reach loss variation pattern table Eight types of variation pattern tables including probability variation loss variation pattern tables are provided. Each variation pattern table is composed of a plurality of variation patterns of special symbols displayed on the display device 10 and is stored in the ROM of the main control board 200. In each variation pattern, a variation time is set, and the special symbol displayed on the display device 10 is varied / stopped according to the set variation time. The plurality of variation patterns included in the same variation pattern table are different from each other in variation time, production, and the like.

  The variation pattern is selected by selecting a variation pattern table according to whether the determination result is a hit or miss, whether the gaming state is a probabilistic state or a normal state, and whether the hit type is a 2R jackpot or a 15R jackpot, and then for a variation mode random number This is performed by comparing the variation mode random value acquired from the counter with the variation mode random value assigned to each variation pattern in the selected variation pattern table, and selecting a matching variation pattern.

  The acquired jackpot determination random number value, the hit type determination random number value, the jackpot symbol random number value, the reach random number value, the special symbol data random number value, and the variation mode random number value are each for winning at the start winning opening 42. Up to four are stored and used sequentially.

  The normal symbol random number counter is used to determine a normal symbol per unit, and has a normal symbol random number of “0” to “299”. When the gaming machine 1 is turned on, it starts from “0” and will be described later. “1” is added every time the special symbol main random number update process is performed, and when it reaches “299”, it is rewritten to “0” and the addition is repeated again. The normal symbol random numbers are acquired every time the normal symbol variation start switch detects a game ball that has passed through the normal symbol variation start gate 55, and up to four normal symbol random numbers in the RAM of the main control board 200. Stored in the storage area. The value of the normal symbol random number acquired due to the passing of the game ball through the normal symbol variation start gate 55 is set to “5” (1/300) as the established value per normal symbol in the low probability state. If it matches the probability of “0” to “59” (1/5) set as a numerical value established per normal symbol in the probability variation (high probability) state, Usually per symbol. In the case of per normal symbol, “O” is displayed on the normal symbol display device 50, and the lower start winning opening 42 is released according to whether or not it is in the certain change state, and the release time is released. If the normal symbol random number value does not match the established value per normal symbol, it is out of the normal symbol and "x" is displayed on the normal symbol display device 50, and the lower start winning opening 42 is in a state where it is difficult to win. Leave.

  The game of the gaming machine 1 will be briefly described. In the gaming machine 1, when the game balls launched by the launching device 64 toward the gaming area 6 win the various winning devices (winning ports) and a winning is detected, each winning device is The number of game balls set for the detection of one winning ball is paid out to the ball receiving upper plate 36 by the payout device 281 as a winning ball. The game balls paid out to the ball receiving upper plate 36 are guided to the ball receiving lower plate 37 when the ball receiving upper plate 36 is full.

  Further, when the game ball passes through the normal symbol variation start gate 55, a normal symbol random number is acquired, and the normal symbol display device 50 determines the normal symbol per unit based on the acquired random number value. Starts to fluctuate and stops after fluctuating for a predetermined time. At that time, if the determination result per normal symbol is a win, it stops at the normal symbol, “◯” in this example, and the two movable pieces 42a and 42b of the lower start winning port 42 are on the back side. The closed solenoid (normal state), which is almost vertical and difficult to win, is changed from the closed solenoid (normal state) to the open state in which a prize can be awarded in a substantially V shape (reverse C shape). In the case of the probability variation state, when it comes to the normal symbol, the lower start winning opening 42 is opened for 2 seconds three times. On the other hand, in the case of the low probability state, it is released for 1 second. Is performed once. When a game ball wins the lower start winning opening 42, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out as a prize ball.

  Further, when a game ball wins the upper start winning port 41 or the lower start winning port 42, a big hit determination random number value, a hit type determination random number value, a big hit symbol random value, a reach random number value, a special symbol data random value, a variation mode A random number is acquired, and a jackpot determination is performed based on the acquired jackpot determination random value, and a variation pattern is determined based on the determination result, a hit type determination random value, a reach random number value, and a variation mode random value. One variation pattern is selected from the table. Based on the selected variation pattern, the display device 10 starts the variation display of the special symbol.

  In addition, when a game ball wins (enters) the upper start winning port 41 or the lower start winning port 42 during the special symbol variation display, a big hit determination random number value, a hit type determination random number value, a big hit symbol random number value, Reach random number value, special symbol data random value, variation mode random number value, etc., if the special symbol variation reserve ball number is less than 4, add 1 special symbol variation reserve ball number, It is stored in the RAM of the main control board 200 until the maximum is 4 (until hold 4).

  After the special symbol variation display is performed on the display device 10 for the variation time set in the variation pattern, the special symbol stop display is performed. In the case of a combination of symbols with the left special symbol, the middle special symbol, and the right special symbol, which are displayed stopped, usually 2R jackpot, normally 15R jackpot, probability variation 2R jackpot, probability variation 15R jackpot, transition to jackpot game (special game) according to the hit type To do. That is, 2R (2 rounds) jackpot game (special game) is played in the case of normal 2R jackpots or probability variable 2R jackpots, and 15R (15 rounds) jackpot game (special game) in the case of normal 15R jackpots or probability variable 15R jackpots. ) Is performed.

  In the big win game (special game) state, the open / close plate 46 of the big prize opening 45 is opened to make it easy to receive the game balls falling on the surface of the game area 6 so that the big prize opening 45 can be won. . When a winning at the big winning opening 45 is detected, award balls (13 balls in the present embodiment) corresponding to the number of payouts (number of game balls) set for detection of one winning ball are paid out. The open / close plate 46 has a winning number (the number of winning balls) when the number of round units set for the round winning opening 45 set for each round (for example, 10) or when the number of winnings is the number of round units set. Even before arriving at the time, it is closed after a predetermined time (for example, 29.5 seconds). The special winning opening 45 repeats the opening of the opening / closing plate 46 by repeating the number of rounds (number of times) according to the type. Specifically, in the case of 2R jackpot or probability variation 2R jackpot, it is repeated 2 rounds, and in the case of 15R jackpot or probability variation 15R jackpot, it is repeated 15 rounds.

  Also, in this embodiment, when the jackpot game (special game) state is entered, as shown in (43-A) of FIG. 43, the winning state notification unit 12 appears in a part of the display device 10, and the special game is displayed during the special game. The increasing state of the number of winnings won in the big winning opening 45 is notified by the upward extension of the bar 14 as shown in (43-B) and (43-C). The winning state notification unit 12 is provided with a partition at a position 13 of the cumulative winning allowable number calculated by the cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula A. When the number of winnings (cumulative winnings) increases and exceeds the cumulative winning allowable number, the bar 14 exceeds the cumulative winning allowable position 13 as shown in (43-D) and the winning state notifying unit 12 blinks. Accumulated number-of-wins notification (over-winning abnormality notification) is performed.

  The winning state notification unit 12 disappears from the display device 10 when the special game is finished, and when the special game is started next, the bar 14 is displayed again in the state of the lowermost end, and the winning place to the big winning opening 45 is obtained. As a result, the bar 14 is raised. In addition, the cumulative winning number excess notification may be performed in other notification modes, for example, in another display, in combination with sound generated from the speaker 38, or only by sound, or by a lamp device. You may carry out by those combinations.

  The payout of the game balls by the payout device 281 is configured to be performed every predetermined number (25 in this embodiment) when the number of payouts is accumulated more than a predetermined number. ) Is provided to stop the execution of the payout operation of the payout device 281 during the stop time.

In this embodiment, in the case of a normal 2R jackpot or a normal 15R jackpot, after the jackpot game (special game) is finished, the jackpot probability is low (until (2/630 ( On the other hand, in the case of probability variation 2R jackpot or probability variation 15R jackpot, after the jackpot game (special game), until the next jackpot, the probability of jackpot is high (in this embodiment ( 12/630 (6/315)), and the opening (expansion) time of the lower start winning opening 42 in the case of the normal symbol is changed from 1 second in the low probability (normal) state to 2 seconds. The number of times that the lower start winning opening 42 is opened (expanded) is increased from one in the low probability (normal) state to three times, and the probability per normal symbol is 1 in the low probability (normal) state. / 300 to 1 It increases to 5.
When the number of special symbol variation holding balls is 1 or more after the big hit game is finished, the special symbol variation display is started for the next suspension.

  On the other hand, if the left special symbol, middle special symbol, and right special symbol that are displayed in a stopped state are out of the combination (other than gloomy eyes in this embodiment), there is no transition to the jackpot game (special game). If the number of symbol variation holding balls is 1 or more, the special symbol variation display is started for the next suspension.

  In this embodiment, when an abnormality occurs in the payout device 281, the payout operation by the payout device 281 is stopped (the payout operation is not performed even if there is a payout ball). The decoration lamp 38 blinks in a predetermined pattern and an abnormality of the payout device 281 is notified, and in the case of a sensor abnormality, the anomaly is canceled by pressing the error release switch 273 after the abnormality has been resolved such as sensor replacement. The notification is stopped and the dispensing device is changed to an operable state.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, the apparatus includes an abnormality detecting means for detecting an abnormality of the gaming machine different from the payout abnormality of the payout device 281 and an abnormality determining means for determining whether or not the gaming machine is abnormal. When an abnormal state of the gaming machine is detected continuously for a period of time, the abnormality determining means is configured to determine that there is an abnormality. The abnormality detection time is set to be shorter than the pause time of the payout device 281. As an abnormality of the gaming machine different from the payout abnormality, in the present embodiment, there are an abnormality in the lower plate full (full tank) state and an abnormality in the absence of a ball.

  When the abnormality determining means determines that there is an abnormality in the gaming machine, the execution of the payout operation by the payout device 281 is stopped (the payout operation is not performed even if there is a payout ball), The abnormality notification lamp 39 is lit to notify that the lower pan is full or there is no ball. In the case where the lower plate full is abnormal, the player or the like reduces the number of game balls in the ball receiving lower plate 37, the abnormality is eliminated, and the abnormality notification is automatically stopped. In the case of an abnormality without a ball, the abnormality is eliminated by supplying a gaming ball to the gaming machine 1, and the abnormality notification is automatically stopped.

  The control process in the gaming machine 1 will be described below. Examples of main flags provided in the control circuit of the main control board 200 include a big hit flag, a big hit end flag, a probability change flag, and the like in this embodiment. These flags are all turned off (= 0) at the initial setting.

  In the main process M of the main control board, as shown in FIG. 4, an initial setting process (S10), an interrupt prohibition process (S20), a normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S30), and an interrupt permission process (S40) are performed. Done. Further, after the interrupt permission process (S40), a loop process to return to the interrupt prohibition process (S20) is performed, and the interrupt process (S100) is performed during this loop process.

  In the initial setting process (S10), stack setting, interrupt time setting, CPU setting, SIO, PIO, CTC setting and the like are performed. This main process M is repeatedly performed every interrupt time (4 ms), but the initial setting process (S10) is a process necessary only at the time of power-on and reset, and is executed only in the first round. Although it is not executed after that, it is well known, and the details are omitted. In the interrupt prohibition process (S20), even if the interrupt process (S100) is entered every 4 msec, the interrupt is prohibited until the interrupt is permitted. In the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S30), various random numbers are incremented by one for each normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S30). Return to '0' and the addition is performed again. The updated random number is stored in the RAM of the main control board 200. In the interrupt permission process (S40), the interrupt process (S100) that enters every 4 msec is permitted.

  In the interrupt process (S100), as shown in FIG. 5, first, an output process (S110) is performed. In the output process (S110), the command (control signal) stored in the output buffer of the main control board 200 by each process is output to the corresponding control board (control device) or the like. In the subsequent input process (S120), signal input is performed when various sensors (such as detection switches of the winning devices) provided in the gaming machine 1 are detected. Following the input process (S120), a command reception process (S130) is performed.

  In the command reception process (S130), as shown in FIG. 6, it is confirmed whether the received command is valid (S130-1). If the command is not valid, the command reception process (S130) is terminated. On the other hand, if the received command is valid, it is determined whether the received command is each abnormal command (abnormal information signal) or abnormal cancel command (abnormal cancel information signal) (S130-2). If the received command is an abnormal command or an abnormal cancellation command, output data to the device corresponding to the received abnormal command or abnormal cancellation command is set (S130-3), and then this command reception processing (S130) is performed. finish. On the other hand, if the received command is neither an abnormal command nor an abnormal cancellation command, processing according to the received command is performed (S130-4), and thereafter, this command reception processing (S130) ends.

  The abnormal command received by the main control board 200 includes a payout abnormality command (a payout abnormality information signal) transmitted from the payout control board 240 when an abnormality is detected according to the detection state of the sensor of the payout device 281. When it is detected that the game balls in the ball receiving lower tray 37 are full, a lower tray full command (a signal of lower plate full abnormality information) transmitted from the payout control board 240 is supplied to the payout device 281. For example, a command without a ball (a signal of ball-abnormal abnormality information) transmitted from the payout control board 240 when the game ball is out of ball. On the other hand, as an error cancel command, there are a payout error cancel command (signal of cancel error cancel information), a lower pan non-full command (signal of lower pan full error cancel information), and a command with ball (signal of error cancel information without ball) Can be mentioned. In this embodiment, the corresponding devices in S130-3 are the payout device 281 and the decoration lamp 35 for the payout abnormality command and the payout abnormality cancel command, and the lower plate full command and the lower plate non-full command and the ball. The abnormality notification lamp 39 is used for the absence command and the command with ball.

  Following the command reception process (S130), an operation timer subtraction process (S140) is performed. In the operation timer subtraction process (S140), the subtraction process is performed on various timers provided on the main control board 200, such as an in-operation command transmission timer described later. Following the operation timer subtraction process (S140), a prize ball control process (S150) is performed.

  In the winning ball control process (S150), as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, it is determined (S150-1 to 7) which winning device (winning mouth) has been won, a set of winning ball payout commands for winning, etc. The process (S150-9 to S150-15, S151) and the process of setting the command in operation (S150-8, S150-16, S151) are performed. More specifically, it is first determined whether or not a winning to the big winning opening 45 has been detected (S150-1), and if a winning is detected, a big winning opening payout number process (S150-9) is performed, and then. A payout control board command process (S151) is performed. The big prize mouth payout number process (S150-9) and the payout control board command process (S151) will be described later.

  On the other hand, if no winning at the big winning opening 45 is detected, it is determined whether a winning at the upper starting winning opening 41 is detected (S150-2). If a winning is detected, the payout control is performed. A command for paying out three prize balls to the board is set (S150-10), and at the same time, a payout control board command process (S151) described later is performed. If no winning is detected in the upper starting winning port 41, it is determined whether a winning is detected in the lower starting winning port 42 (S150-3). If a winning is detected, payout control is performed. A command for paying out four prize balls to the board is set (S150-11), and at the same time, a payout control board command process (S151) described later is performed.

  On the other hand, if a winning at the lower start winning opening 42 is not detected, it is determined whether a winning at the left sleeve first winning opening 51 is detected (S150-4), and a winning is detected. Is set with a payout control board command process (S151) to be described later. If no winning in the left sleeve first winning opening 51 is detected, it is determined whether a winning in the left sleeve second winning opening 52 is detected (S150-5), and a winning is detected. A payout control board command process (S151), which will be described later, is performed along with a command for paying 10 prize balls to the payout control board (S150-13).

  On the other hand, if no winning at the left sleeve second winning opening 52 has been detected, it is determined whether a winning at the left dropping winning opening 53 has been detected (S150-6), and a winning has been detected. A payout control board command process (S151), which will be described later, is performed at the same time as a payout control board command for 10 winning balls is set (S150-14). If no winning at the left dropping winning opening 53 is detected, it is determined whether a winning at the right dropping winning opening 54 is detected (S150-7). If a winning is detected, the payout control board is determined. A command for paying out 10 prize balls is set (S150-15), and a payout control board command process (S151) described later is performed at the same time.

  On the other hand, if no winning at the right-fall winning winning port 54 is detected, it is confirmed whether the value of the operating command transmission timer is 0 (S150-8), and the value of the operating command transmission timer is 0. A command during operation is set (S150-16), and at the same time, a payout control board command process (S151) described later is performed, and then the prize ball control process (S150) is completed. On the other hand, if the value of the command transmission timer during operation is not 0, the prize ball control process (S150) is immediately terminated. Note that the value of the operating command transmission timer is set to 0 at power-on and reset, and a predetermined value is set in a payout control board command process (S151) described later. In S150-16, the operating command is It is stored in the output buffer of the main control board 200.

  In the big winning award payout number process (S150-9), as shown in FIG. 9, a big winning award winning number command to the sub-control board 205 is set (S150-9-1), and a prize to the payout control board is set. A 13-ball payout command is set (S150-9-2), and then the special winning award payout number processing (S150-9) is completed. The large winning opening prize number command is output to the sub-control board 205 in the output process (S110).

  In the payout control board command process (S151), as shown in FIG. 10, a command is output to the payout control board 240 (S151-1), and then a predetermined value (for example, an operating command transmission timer) 1000 ms) is set (S151-2), and this payout control board command processing (S151) is completed. The command output to the payout control board 240 in S151-1 is a prize ball payout command that is set when a prize ball payout command is set in the output buffer. When the command in operation is set, it is the command in operation set. At the time of power-on and reset, the value of the operating command transmission timer is set to 0 and the operating command is stored (set) in the output buffer of the main control board 200. As soon as the operation is enabled (game control enabled state), an operating command is output.

  The prize ball payout command is a control signal for causing the payout control board 240 to control the payout device. The in-operation command is an operable signal for causing the dispensing control board 240 to recognize that the main control board 200 is in an operable state. Further, the value (time) set in the operating command transmission timer corresponds to the first time.

  In this embodiment, two-way communication is possible between the main control board 200 and the payout control board 240, but the payout control board 240 is in a certain period of time (during the operation) from the main control board 200 as will be described later. When no signal is received from the main control board 200 for a time longer than a first time (for example, 1000 ms) set in the command transmission timer, for example, 3000 ms (corresponding to the second time), the main control board 200 Since it is unclear whether the main control board 200 is in an operable state (whether it is standing up), it is determined that the main control board 200 is in an inoperable state and no signal is output to the main control board 200. . Therefore, the main control board 200 periodically transmits an operating command (operation enable signal) to the payout control board 240 at regular time intervals (first time set in the operating command transmission timer). The payout control board 240 side is informed that the main control board 200 is in an operable state.

Following the prize ball control process (S150), a normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S160) is performed.
In the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S160), the same process as the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S30) performed in the loop process in the main process M is performed. Next to the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S130), a winning detection process (S170) is performed.

  In the winning detection process (S170), as shown in FIG. 11, it is determined whether a game ball has entered the upper starting winning port 41 or the upper starting winning port 42 and a winning is detected (S170-1), and the winning is determined. If it is not detected, the winning detection process (S170) ends. On the other hand, when a game ball enters the upper start winning opening 41 or the upper start winning opening 42 and a winning is detected, it is confirmed whether the number of special symbol variation holding balls is four or more (S170-2). When the number of special symbol variation holding balls is 4 or more, the winning detection process (S170) is ended. On the other hand, when the number of special symbol variation holding balls is less than 4, 1 is added to the number of special symbol variation holding balls ( S170-3), a special symbol related random number is acquired and stored in the corresponding area of the RAM (S170-4), and the winning detection process (S170) is completed. The special symbol related random numbers acquired here are the jackpot determination random number value, the jackpot symbol random number value, the reach random number value, the special symbol data random number value, the variation mode random number value, and the like. Following this winning detection process (S170), a normal operation process (S180) is performed.

  In the normal operation process (S180), when a game ball passes through the normal symbol variation start gate 55 and the number of normal symbol variation hold balls is less than 4, the acquisition of the normal symbol random number, the normal symbol stop display, Processing related to normal symbols such as opening / closing processing of the side start winning opening is performed. Following the normal operation process (S180), a special operation process (S190) is performed.

  In the special operation process (S190), as shown in FIG. 12, it is determined which of the special operation status is 1 to 4 (S190-1 to 190-3). When the special operation status is 1, a special symbol standby process (S190-4) is performed. On the other hand, when the special operation status is 2, a changing process (S190-5 is performed) and the special operation is performed. When the status is 3, special symbol confirmation processing (S190-6) is performed, and when the special operation status is 4, special electric accessory processing (S190-7) is performed.

  In the special symbol standby process (S190-4), as shown in FIG. 13, it is determined whether or not the number of special symbol variation holding balls is 0 (S190-4-1), and the number of special symbol variation reservation balls is 0. In this case, it is determined whether or not the display device 10 is in a standby screen (standby screen) where the special symbol is not changing (S190-4-7). When the process (S190-4) is completed, but is not in the standby screen (standby screen), a setting process for setting the display device 10 to the standby screen (standby screen) is performed (S190-4-8). Thereafter, the special symbol standby process (S190-4) is terminated.

On the other hand, if it is determined in S190-4-1 that the number of special symbol variation holding balls is not 0, special symbol jackpot determination processing (S190-4-2) is performed. The special symbol jackpot determination process (S190-4-2) corresponds to a game success / failure determination means.
In the special symbol jackpot determination process (S190-4-2), as shown in FIG. 14, first, the jackpot determination random number value stored in the RAM of the main control board 200 is loaded as a determination value (S190-). Along with 4-2-1), the address of the RAM storing the jackpot determination value table that defines the jackpot value at the time of high probability and low probability is set (S190-4-2-2). Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the current probability change is in progress (high probability state) (S190-4-2-3). Whether or not the probability change is in progress is determined by whether the probability change flag provided on the main control board 200 is ON (high probability state) or OFF (low probability state). When the probability change is in progress, it is determined whether or not the jackpot is based on whether or not the jackpot value in the high probability state matches the loaded jackpot determination random number (S190-4-2-4), Whether the jackpot is big or not is determined based on whether or not the jackpot value in the low probability state matches the loaded jackpot determination random number value in the low probability state (S190-4-2-5). If they coincide with each other, it is determined that a big hit is made, and the big win flag provided on the main control board 200 is set to ON (S190-4-2-6). Thereafter, the special symbol jackpot determination process (S190-4-2) ends. If it is determined in S190-4-2-4 or S190-4-2-5 that it is not a big hit, this special symbol big hit determination process (S190-4-2) without turning on the big hit flag. Ends.

After the special symbol jackpot determination process (S190-4-2), a special symbol selection process (S190-4-3) is performed.
In the special symbol selection process (S190-4-3), a special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the display device 10 is selected. In the special symbol selection process (S190-4-3), as shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, it is first determined whether or not the jackpot flag is ON (S190-4-3-1), and the jackpot flag is ON, that is, the jackpot If so, it is next determined whether or not the probability has changed (S160-4-3-3). In the case of a probable change, it is determined whether or not the hit type is a 2R jackpot (S160-4-3-3), and in the case of a 2R jackpot, the probable 2R jackpot symbol “11, 11, 11” is set (S190-4-). 3-4) Also, when the hit type is 15R jackpot different from 2R jackpot, the probability variation 15R jackpot symbol assigned to the acquired jackpot symbol random number is set (S190-4-3-5).

  If it is determined in S160-4-3-3 that the normal is different from the probability change, it is next determined whether or not the hit type is 2R big hit (S160-4-3-6). When the hit type is 2R jackpot, the 2R jackpot symbol “10, 10, 10” is normally set (S190-4-3-7). When the hit type is 15R jackpot different from 2R jackpot, the normal 15R jackpot symbol assigned to the acquired jackpot symbol random number is set (S190-4-3-8).

  On the other hand, if the jackpot flag is not ON, that is, if it is off, a special symbol data random value is acquired (S190-4-3-9), and the special symbol data 1, special symbol data 2, and special symbol data 3 It is determined whether all the random number values match (S190-4-3-10). If they match, it is determined whether the reach random number value matches the reach establishment value (S190-4-3-11). ). When the reach random number value matches the reach establishment value, the reach is present, and the special symbol assigned to the random value of the special symbol data 1 is added to the random number value of the stop left special symbol and the special symbol data 2 The special symbol assigned to the random number value is set to the special symbol for stopping, and the special symbol assigned to the random number value of the special symbol data 3 is set to the special symbol for stopping right (S190-4-3-12). On the other hand, if the reach random number value does not match the reach establishment value, no reach is reached, and the special symbol assigned to the random value of the special symbol data 1 is changed to the random number value of the left special symbol and the special symbol data 2 The special symbol assigned is the special symbol for stoppage, and the special symbol assigned to the random value obtained by adding 1 to the random value of the special symbol data 3 is set as the special symbol for stop right (S190-4-3-13). .

  If it is determined in S190-4-3-10 that the random numbers of the special symbol data 1, 2 and 3 do not match, it is determined whether the random values of the special symbol data 1 and 3 match. (S190-4-3-14). If the random values of the special symbol data 1 and 3 match, it is determined whether the reach random number value matches the reach establishment value (S190-4-3-15). If the reach random number value matches the reach establishment value, the reach is present, and the special symbol assigned to the random value of the special symbol data 1 is assigned to the random number value of the stop left special symbol and the special symbol data 2 The special symbol assigned to the random symbol value of the special symbol data 3 which is the special symbol being stopped and the special symbol data 3 is set to the stopped special symbol (S190-4-3-16). On the other hand, if the reach random number value does not match the reach establishment value, no reach is reached, and the special symbol assigned to the random value of the special symbol data 1 is changed to the random number value of the left special symbol and the special symbol data 2 The special symbol assigned is the special symbol for stoppage, and the special symbol assigned to the random value obtained by adding 1 to the random value of the special symbol data 3 is set as the special symbol for stop right (S190-4-3-13). .

  When it is determined in S190-4-3-14 that the random numbers of the special symbol data 1 and 3 do not match, that is, the special symbol data 1, 2, and 3 are all different, the reach random number value is established. It is determined whether or not it matches the numerical value (S190-4-3-17). When the reach random number value matches the reach establishment value, the reach is present, and the special symbol assigned to the random value of the special symbol data 3 is set as the stop left special symbol and the stop right special symbol, The special symbol assigned to the random number value obtained by adding 1 to the random number value of the special symbol data 3 is set as the special symbol during stoppage (S190-4-3-18). On the other hand, if the reach random number value does not match the reach establishment value, no reach is reached, and the special symbol assigned to the random value of the special symbol data 1 is changed to the random number value of the left special symbol and the special symbol data 2 The assigned special symbol is set as the stopped special symbol, and the special symbol assigned to the random value of the special symbol data 3 is set as the stopped right special symbol (S190-4-3-16).

Following the special symbol selection process (S190-4-3), a special symbol variation pattern selection process (S190-4-4) is performed.
In the special symbol variation pattern selection process (S190-4-4), as shown in FIGS. 17 and 18, it is first determined whether or not the big hit flag is ON (big win) (S190-4-4-1). If the jackpot flag is ON, it is determined whether or not the probability change is made (S190-4-4-2). If the jackpot flag is determined, it is determined whether or not the probability change 2R is a big hit (S190-4-4-2). Whether the probability variation or the probability variation 2R big hit is determined is determined by the hit type determination random number value. In the case of the probability variation 2R jackpot, a variation pattern is selected based on the variation mode random value from the probability variation 2R jackpot variation pattern table (S190-4-4-4). On the other hand, if it is determined in S190-4-4-3 that the probability variation 2R jackpot is not, a variation pattern is selected from the variation 15R jackpot variation pattern table based on the variation mode random value (S190-4--4-). 5). If it is determined in S190-4-4-2 that there is no certain change, it is usually determined whether or not the 2R big hit (S190-4-4-6). The determination as to whether or not 2R is a big hit is normally made based on the winning type determination random number value. In the case of the normal 2R jackpot, the fluctuation pattern is selected from the normal 2R jackpot fluctuation pattern table based on the fluctuation mode random value (S190-4-4-7). On the other hand, if it is determined in S190-4-4-6 that it is not normally a 2R big hit, a fluctuation pattern is selected from the normal 15R big hit fluctuation pattern table based on the fluctuation mode random number value (S190-4--4-). 8).

  In S190-4-4-1, if it is determined that the big hit flag is OFF (not ON), it is determined whether or not the probability change has occurred (S190-4-4-9). Is determined whether or not the reach random number value matches the reach establishment value (reach) (S190-4-4-10). In the case of reach, a variation pattern is selected based on the variation mode random value from the probability variation reach loss variation pattern table (S190-4-4-11). On the other hand, when it is determined in S190-4-4-10 that it is not reach, a variation pattern is selected based on the variation mode random value from the probability variation loss variation pattern table (S190-4-4-12). If it is determined in S190-4-4-9 that there is no probability change, it is determined whether or not the reach random number value matches the reach establishment value (reach) (S190-4-4-13). In the case of reach, a fluctuation pattern is selected from the normal reach loss fluctuation pattern table based on the fluctuation mode random number value (S190-4-4-14). On the other hand, if it is determined in S190-4-4-13 that it is not reach, a variation pattern is selected based on the variation mode random number value from the normal loss variation pattern table (S190-4-4-15).

  The selected variation pattern is set as a variation command (variation mode selection signal) output to the sub-control board 205 (S190-4-4-16), and other necessary processing (S190-4-4-17). ) And then the special symbol variation pattern selection process (S190-4-4) is terminated. After the special symbol variation pattern selection process (S190-4-4), a special symbol random number shift process (S190-4-5) is performed.

  In the special symbol random number shift process (S190-4-5), in the data storage area of the special symbol variation holding ball number of the RAM, the special symbol variation suspension stored in the storage area of the load (reading) ranking first place. Due to the fact that the number of balls data is loaded and vacant due to the previous processing, the loading order is one for the data of the number of special symbol variation holding balls stored in the second and subsequent addresses. The address is shifted up one by one. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 19, first, 1 is subtracted from the number of special symbol fluctuation holding balls stored in the RAM of the main control board 200 (for example, the number of holding balls of 2 is set to 1 and 3 (S190-4-5-1), and the data corresponding to each number of reserved balls is shifted to the RAM address of the number of reserved balls obtained by subtracting 1 from each number of reserved balls (S190). -4-5-2) Subsequently, 0 is set to the RAM address corresponding to the special symbol variation holding ball number at the top (the load order is the last, the fourth in this embodiment) (S190-4-5). -3). Subsequent to the special symbol random number shift process (S190-4-5), a special symbol variation start process (S190-4-6) is performed.

  In the special symbol variation start process (S190-4-6), the special operation status is set to 2 and other processing necessary for starting the variation of the special symbol is performed. After the special symbol variation start process (S190-4-6), the special symbol standby process (S190-4) ends.

  In the in-fluctuation process (S190-5) performed when the special operation status is 2, as shown in FIG. 20, first, whether or not the variation time of the special symbol has ended, that is, whether or not the variation time of the selected variation pattern has ended. If it is judged (S190-5-1) and the variation time has not expired, the mid-variation processing (S190-5) is terminated. On the other hand, if the fluctuation time has ended, a fluctuation stop command is set (S190-5-2), then the special operation status is set to 3 (S190-5-3), and other necessary processing (S190-5). -4) is performed, the changing process (S190-5) ends.

  In the special symbol determination process (S190-6) performed when the special operation status is 3, as shown in FIG. 21, it is first determined whether or not the big hit flag is ON, that is, whether or not the big hit flag is set (S190-6). 1). If the jackpot flag is ON, that is, if the jackpot is big, it is determined whether or not the hit type is 2R (usually 2R jackpot or probability variation 2R jackpot) (S190-6-2). When the hit type is 2R, the 2R big hit round counter is set (S190-6-3), and at the same time, the 2R command is set to be output to the sub-control board 205 (S190-6-4). On the other hand, when the hit type is not 2R (in the case of 15R), the 15R big hit round counter is set (S190-6-5), and at the same time, the 15R command is set to be output to the sub-control board 205. (S190-6-6). Thereafter, the special operation status is set to 4 (S190-6-7), and the special symbol confirmation process (S190-6) is completed. On the other hand, if the jackpot flag is OFF, that is, it is off, the special operation status is set to 1 (S190-6-8), and then the special symbol determination process (S190-6) is completed.

  The special electric accessory processing (S190-7) performed when the special operation status is 4 corresponds to special game execution means. In the special electric accessory processing (S190-7), as shown in FIG. 22 and FIG. 23, first, after the probability variation flag is reset to OFF (S190-7-1), the big hit end flag is turned ON (the big hit game end) ) Is determined (S190-7-2). When the jackpot end flag is not ON, that is, when the jackpot game is not ended, it is determined whether or not the big winning opening 45 is currently open (S190-7-3). It is determined whether or not it is the opening time of the special winning opening 45 (SS190-7-4). In the case of the opening time of the special winning opening 45, the special winning opening process is performed (S190-7-5), and then the special electric accessory process (S190-7) is finished. On the other hand, when it is not the opening time of the special winning opening 45, the special electric accessory processing (S190-7) is ended.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S190-7-3 that the big prize opening 45 is being opened, a set number of round unit winnings (10) game balls are won in the big prize opening 45 (S190-7-6), or It is determined whether or not the round end time (30 seconds in this embodiment) has elapsed (S190-7-7). If not, the special electric accessory processing (S190-7) is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the number of game balls of the round unit winning set number (10) is either winning or the end of the round end time at the winning prize opening 45, the closing prize closing process (S190-7-8) ) And a process of subtracting 1 from the value of the round counter (S190-7-9). In the special winning opening closing process (S190-7-8), a special winning opening closing command is set in the output buffer. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the round counter is 0 (S190-7-10). If the round counter is not 0, the special electric accessory processing (S190-7) is terminated as it is, and the round counter is processed. When the counter is 0, the jackpot end process (S190-7-11) is performed, and then the jackpot end flag is turned ON (S190-7-12), and this special electric accessory process (S190-7) Ends.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S190-7-2 that the jackpot end flag is ON, that is, when the jackpot end flag is determined, the process of setting the jackpot end flag to OFF (S190-7-13) and the process of setting the jackpot flag to OFF (S190-7-2) S190-7-14) is performed, and after that, it is determined whether or not the hit type is surely changed (S190-7-15). In the case of the probability variation (high probability), the probability variation flag is turned on (S190-7-16). On the other hand, in the case of normal (low probability) different from the probability variation, the probability variation flag is turned off (S190-7). -17) After that, the special operation status is set to 1 (S190-7-18), and this special electric accessory processing (S190-7) ends.

  Following the special operation process (S190), a reserved ball number process (S200) is performed. In the reserved ball number processing (S200), as shown in FIG. 24, the reserved ball number is loaded (S200-1), and the reserved ball number is set in the output buffer (S200-2).

  A power-off monitoring process (S210) is performed after the reserved ball number process (S200). In the power-off monitoring process (S210), as shown in FIG. 25, it is determined whether or not a power-off signal has been input (S210-1). If no power-off signal has been input, this power-off monitoring process (S210). Ends. On the other hand, when the power-off signal is input, the current data (game state) is stored in the RAM of the main control board 200 (S210-2), and then the power-off flag is set to ON (S210-). 3) This power-off monitoring process (S180) ends. The data (game state) stored in the RAM of the main control board 200 is roughly divided into display standby, symbol variation, symbol fixed display, and jackpot game data. (High probability state) and normal state (low probability state) data.

  Following the power-off monitoring process (S210), other processes (S220) are performed. In other processing (S220), other processing necessary for game control is performed.

The payout control board process (S400) executed by the CPU of the payout control board 240 will be described.
In the payout control board process (S400), as shown in FIG. 26, first, the RAM of the payout control board 240 is initialized (S401), and then the initial setting of various devices on the payout control board 240 (S401). S402) is performed. After the initial setting of the device (S402), a loop process is performed. During this loop process, sensor and switch input processes (S403), port output processes (S404), command analysis processes (S405), and dispenser control Processing (S406), timer update processing (S407), payout processing (S408), and command output processing (S409) are performed.

In the sensor / switch input process (S403), input of each switch (sensor) such as the payout left sensor and payout right sensor of the payout device 281, the ballless detection switch 283, the lower pan full switch, and the like is performed.
In the port output process (S404), a process of writing the acquired data to the output port is performed.

  In the command analysis process (S405), as shown in FIG. 27, it is determined whether the command (in-operation command or the like) received from the main control board 200 is valid or invalid (S405-1), and the received command is invalid. This command analysis process (S405) ends. On the other hand, when the received command is valid, it can be confirmed that the main control board 200 is operating (in an operable state) by receiving the command (signal) from the main control board 200. A predetermined value (initial value, for example, 3000 ms, which corresponds to the second time in this embodiment, which is longer than the first time) is set in the command reception timer (S405-2). . Note that the time of the command reception timer is subtracted in a timer update process (S407) described later.

  Next, it is determined whether the received command is a payout command (prize ball payout command) set in the prize ball control process (S150) in the main control board 200 (S405-3). After (S405-6) is performed, this command analysis process (S405) is terminated.

  On the other hand, when the received command is a payout command, if the current payout number is stored, it is determined whether the storage upper limit (for example, 65535 counts) is exceeded (S405-4), and if it is exceeded, the command analysis processing (S405) ends. However, if the upper limit of storage is not exceeded, the payout command and the payout number corresponding to the payout command are added to the total payout number X (S405-5), and this command analysis process (S405) ends.

  In the payout device control process (S406), as shown in FIG. 28, it is first determined whether or not the payout motor of the payout device 281 is operating (driving) (S406-1). If it is in operation, it is confirmed whether the paid game ball is detected by the payout left sensor or the payout right sensor (payout detecting means) (S406-2). When the paid-out game ball is detected by the payout left sensor or the payout right sensor, it is paid out from the payout number Y (the payout number set in S406-13-2 or S406-13-4 in FIG. 29). The number is subtracted (S406-3), and it is confirmed whether the remaining payout number Y after the subtraction is 1 or more (S406-4).

  If the payout left sensor or the payout right sensor does not detect a winning ball in S406-2, it is confirmed whether the remaining payout number Y is 1 or more without performing the payout number subtraction process (S406-3). (S406-4). If the remaining payout number Y is 1 or more, driving of the payout motor of the payout device 281 is continued (S406-7), and this payout device control process (S406) is ended. On the other hand, if the remaining payout number Y is less than 1 (that is, 0), the driving of the payout motor of the payout device 281 is stopped (S406-5), and a payout device pause time (for example, 200 ms) is set (S406-). 6) The payout device control process (S406) is terminated. The payout device pause time is a time period during which the drive of the payout motor of the payout device 281 is stopped until the next payout starts when the total payout number X is 1 or more. Note that the suspension time of the dispensing device 281 is also set at the time of power-on or initial setting at reset.

  If it is determined in S406-1 that the payout motor of the payout device 281 is not operating (driving), that is, it is stopped, it is next determined whether the pause time of the payout device 281 has elapsed (S406-). 8). If it is determined in S406-8 that the payout device has not been stopped, the payout device control process (S406) ends. On the other hand, if it is determined that the suspension time has elapsed, it is determined whether or not an abnormality has occurred (S406-9). If an abnormality has occurred, the payout device control process (S406) ends. Therefore, if it is determined in S406-9 that an abnormality has occurred, the execution of the payout operation by the payout device 281 continues and the next payout is postponed until the abnormality is resolved.

  The processes of S406-5, S406-6, and S406-8 correspond to payout suspension means. The process of S406-9 corresponds to a payout stopping unit. In this case, the occurrence of abnormality means that the dispensing device 281 has a dispensing abnormality, or that the ball receiving lower tray 37 is full of gaming balls, or a lower tray full abnormality has occurred, or This is a case where a ball-free abnormality has been detected by the ball-free detection switch 283, and a dispensing abnormality, a lower pan full abnormality, and a ball-free abnormality are set (stored in the RAM of the dispensing control board 240). It is a case.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S406-9 that no abnormality has occurred, it is confirmed whether the payout number Y is 1 or more (S406-10). When the payout number Y is 1 or more, a payout start command is set in the RAM (storage means) of the payout control board (S406-15), and this payout device control process (S406) is completed.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S406-10 that the number of payouts Y is less than 1, it is confirmed whether or not there is a ball lending payout request (S406-11). The ball lending / dispensing request is configured such that a ball lending / discharging request can be made by inserting a card into a card unit (not shown) connected to the gaming machine 1 and operating the ball lending button 81.

  If it is determined in S406-11 that there is a ball lending payout request, the payout number Y is set to 25 (S406-14), and then a payout start command is set in the RAM (storage means) of the payout control board. (S406-15), the payout device control process (S406) is completed. On the other hand, when there is no ball rental payout request, it is confirmed whether or not the total payout number X is 1 or more (S406-12). If the total payout number X is less than 1, this payout device control process (S406) is terminated. On the other hand, when the total payout number X is 1 or more, a payout control board prize ball payout number determination process (S406-13) is performed, and then a payout start command is set in the RAM (storage means) of the payout control board. (S406-15), the payout device control process (S406) is completed.

  In the payout control board prize ball payout number determination process (S406-13), as shown in FIG. 29, it is determined whether the total payout number X is 25 or more (S406-13-1), and the total payout number X is determined. Is less than 25, the total payout number X is set to the payout number Y (S406-13-2), and then the total payout number X is set to 0 (S406-13-3). The control board payout number determination process (S406-13) ends. On the other hand, when the total payout number X is 25 or more, 25 is set in the payout number Y (S406-13-4). Next, the total payout number X is obtained by subtracting 25 from the total payout number X. It is updated (S406-13-5), and then this payout control board payout number determination process (S406-13) is completed.

  In the timer update process (S407), the timers for the operation of the command reception timer and the payout device 281 are updated.

  In the payout process (S408), as shown in FIG. 30, a payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1), a payout abnormality canceling process (S408-2), a full detection process (S408-3), and a ballless monitoring process (S408- 4) is performed. The payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1), the full detection process (S408-3), and the no-ball monitoring process (S408-4) correspond to an abnormality determining means.

  In the payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1), a payout abnormality command and a payout abnormality are set when a game ball is continuously detected by the payout left sensor or the right sensor for a predetermined time or more due to a game ball clogging or the like. The payout abnormality command and the payout abnormality may be set when the payout of the game ball by the payout device 281 (that is, the drive of the payout motor) continues for a predetermined time or more. Further, when the total number of payouts X is 1 or more and no payout is detected for a predetermined time, a payout abnormality may be set.

  More specifically, in the payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1), as shown in FIG. 31, it is first confirmed whether or not the payout left sensor of the payout device 281 is ON (detects a game ball that has been paid out) (S408). -1-1) When the payout left sensor is ON (game ball detection), the value of the payout abnormality monitoring timer 1 is decremented by 1 (S408-1-2), and the value of the payout abnormality monitoring timer 1 after the subtraction is Whether it is 0 or not is confirmed (S408-1-3). When the value of the payout abnormality monitoring timer 1 is 0 (that is, when a game ball is continuously detected for a predetermined time or more by the payout left sensor in the payout device 281), a payout abnormality command (command for paying abnormality notification) is payout control. It is set (stored) in the RAM (storage means) of the substrate 240 (S408-1-4), and the dispensing abnormality is set (0 → 1) in the corresponding area of the abnormality data buffer (RAM of the dispensing control substrate 240) shown in FIG. (S408-1-5), and thereafter, it is confirmed whether or not the payout right sensor of the payout device 281 is ON (detected game ball is detected) (S408-1-7).

  On the other hand, if the value of the payout abnormality monitoring timer 1 is not 0 in S404-1-3, the payout abnormality command set (S408-1-4) and the payout abnormality set (S408-1-5) are performed. Without any confirmation, it is confirmed whether or not the payout right sensor of the payout device 281 is ON (detected game balls are detected) (S408-1-6). If it is determined in S408-1-1 that the payout left sensor is not ON (game ball not detected), 150 is set in the payout abnormality monitoring timer 1 (S408-1-6), and thereafter It is confirmed whether or not the payout right sensor of the payout device 281 is ON (detects a paid game ball) (S408-1-7).

  When it is determined in S408-1-7 that the payout right sensor is ON (detected game ball is detected), 1 is subtracted from the value of the payout abnormality monitoring timer 2 (S408-1-8), It is confirmed whether or not the value of the payout abnormality monitoring timer 2 is 0 (S408-1-9). When the value of the payout abnormality monitoring timer 2 is 0 (that is, when a game ball is continuously detected at the right payout outlet in the payout device 281 for a predetermined time or more), a payout abnormality command (command for payout abnormality notification) is paid out. It is set (stored) in the RAM (storage means) of the substrate 240 (S408-1-10), and the payout abnormality is set (0 → 1) in the corresponding area of the abnormal data buffer (S408-1-11). This payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1) ends.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S408-1-9 that the value of the payout abnormality monitoring timer 2 is not 0, the payout abnormality command set (S408-1-10) and the payout abnormality set (S408-1- The payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1) ends without performing 11). If it is determined in S408-1-7 that the payout right sensor is not ON (game ball not detected), 150 is set in the payout abnormality monitoring timer 2 (S408-1-12). The payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1) ends. The payout abnormality monitoring timers 1 and 2 are detection times for determining whether the left and right payout sensors are abnormal, and are determined to be abnormal when detected during the payout abnormality monitoring timers 1 and 2 continuously. Is done. The payout abnormality monitoring timers 1 and 2 are set to a time shorter than the pause time 200.

  In this embodiment, when the payout abnormality monitoring timer 1 is 0, the payout abnormality command set (stored) in S408-1-4, and when the payout abnormality monitoring timer 2 is 0, S408-1-10. The payout abnormality commands that are set (stored) are common and do not distinguish which abnormality monitoring timer has become 0, but may be distinguished.

  In the payout abnormality canceling process (S408-2), as shown in FIG. 32, it is first confirmed whether or not a payout abnormality is occurring (S408-2-1). Whether or not a payout abnormality is occurring is determined based on whether or not a payout abnormality is set in the payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1). That is, when the payout abnormality is set, it is determined that the payout abnormality is occurring. On the other hand, when the payout abnormality is not set, it is determined that the payout abnormality is not occurring. If it is determined in S408-2-1 that the payout abnormality is not occurring, the payout abnormality canceling process (S408-2) ends.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S408-2-1 that the payout abnormality is occurring, it is confirmed whether or not the error release switch 273 is turned on (pressed) (S408-2-2), and the error release switch 273 is turned on. In this case, the payout abnormality cancel command is stored in the RAM (storage means) of the payout control board 240 (S408-2-3), and the payout abnormality stored in the abnormal data buffer is reset (1 → 0). (S408-2-4). The resetting of the payout abnormality does not cancel the abnormal state, but temporarily resets the state stored as the payout abnormality. If the abnormality has not been resolved, the payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1) is also performed. ) Is determined to be abnormal). Thereafter, the payout abnormality canceling process (S408-2) ends. On the other hand, when it is determined in S408-2-2 that the error release switch is OFF, the setting of the payout abnormality cancel command (S408-2-3) and the resetting of the payout abnormality (S408-2-4) are not performed. The payout abnormality canceling process (S408-2) ends. The payout abnormality cancellation command corresponds to abnormality cancellation information. Further, in this embodiment, it is configured to check whether or not the payout abnormality has been released based on whether or not the error release switch is turned on (pressed). For example, a game ball is set at a payout outlet of the payout device 281. A configuration may be adopted in which it is determined that the payout abnormality has been canceled when the time is not detected. Further, when the total number of payouts X is 1 or more and no payout is detected for a predetermined time, a payout abnormality may be set.

In the full detection process (S408-3), when the lower tray full tray 37 is full of game balls and the lower tray full is abnormal, the lower full tray switch is turned off for a certain time (no full detection). In this case, the lower pan full command is set and the lower pan full error is reset (cancelled). On the other hand, if the lower pan full is not abnormal, the lower pan full switch is turned on for a certain time (full detection). When the operation continues, the lower plate full command and the lower plate full error are set. The full detection process (S408-3) corresponds to an abnormality determination unit together with the payout abnormality monitoring process (S408-1) and a ball absence monitoring process (S408-4) described later.
More specifically, in the full detection process (S408-3), as shown in FIG. 33, it is first confirmed whether the lower plate is full (S408-3-1). Whether or not the lower plate full is abnormal is determined by whether or not the lower plate full abnormality is set. Therefore, when the lower plate full abnormality is set, it is determined that the lower plate full is abnormal. On the other hand, when the lower plate full abnormality is not set, it is determined that the lower plate full is not abnormal.

  If it is determined in S408-3-1 that the lower plate full is abnormal, it is confirmed whether or not the lower plate full switch is ON (full detection) (S408-3-2), and the lower plate full switch is turned ON (full) In the case of (detection), 2000 is set as the full release time in the lower plate full monitoring timer (S408-3-3), and this full detection process (S408-3) ends. The full release time 2000 is a detection time for determining that the lower plate is full (non-full). If the lower plate full is not detected continuously during the full release time, the lower plate full release (non-full) Full). The full release time is set longer than the lower plate full detection time in order to accurately determine whether or not the normal state is normal.

  If it is determined in S408-3-2 that the lower plate full switch is OFF (no full detection), the value of the lower plate full monitoring timer is decremented by 1 (S408-3-4), and the lower plate full monitoring after subtraction is performed. It is confirmed whether the timer value is 0 (S408-3-5). If the value of the lower plate full monitoring timer is not 0, the full detection process (S408-3) ends.

  On the other hand, when the value of the lower plate full monitoring timer is confirmed to be 0 in S408-3-5, the lower plate non-full command (corresponding to the lower plate full error cancel command) is issued to the RAM ( The lower tray full abnormality stored in the corresponding area of the abnormal data buffer (RAM of the payout control board 240) is reset (1 → 0). (S408-3-7). Next, 160 is set as the lower plate full detection time in the lower plate full monitoring timer (S408-3-8), and then this full detection process (S408-3) is completed. The lower plate full detection time 160 is a detection time for determining that the lower plate full is abnormal. When the lower plate full is detected continuously during the lower plate full detection time 160, it is determined that the lower plate full is abnormal. Is done. The lower plate full detection time 160 is set to be shorter than the pause time 200.

  If it is determined in S408-3-1 that the lower plate full is not abnormal, it is confirmed whether or not the lower plate full switch is ON (full detection) (S408-3-9), and the lower plate full switch is turned OFF. In the case of (no full detection), 160 (lower plate full detection time) is set in the lower plate full monitoring timer (S408-3-10), and this full detection process (S408-3) ends.

  If it is determined in S408-3-9 that the lower plate full switch is ON (full detection), the value of the lower plate full monitoring timer is decremented by 1 (S408-3-11), and the lower plate full monitoring timer after subtraction is performed. Is confirmed to be 0 (S408-3-12). If the value of the lower plate full monitoring timer is not 0, the full detection process (S408-3) ends.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S408-3-12 that the lower pan full monitoring timer value is 0, the lower pan full command is set (stored) in the RAM (storage means) of the dispensing control board 240 (S408-). 3-13) Further, a lower pan full abnormality is set (0 → 1) in a corresponding area of the abnormal data buffer (RAM of the payout control board 240) (S408-3-14). Next, 2000 is set as the full release time in the lower plate full monitoring timer (S408-3-15), and then this full detection process (S408-3) is completed.

In the no-ball monitoring process (S408-4), when the game ball supplied to the payout device 281 is out of ball, the ball-free detection switch 283 is turned on (ball detection) for a certain period of time. If there is a sphere, the command setting and sphere absence abnormality are reset (cancelled). On the other hand, if the sphere absence abnormality is not occurring, the sphere absence detection switch 283 remains off (non-detection) for a certain period of time. In this case, no ball command and no ball abnormality are set.
More specifically, in the absence of sphere monitoring process (S408-4), as shown in FIG. 34, it is first confirmed whether or not the sphere is abnormal (S408-4-1). Whether or not the ball is abnormal is determined based on whether or not the ball abnormal is set. Therefore, when no ball abnormality is set, it is determined that there is no ball abnormality. On the other hand, when no ball abnormality is set, it is determined that there is no ball abnormality.

  If it is determined in S408-4-1 that there is no sphere abnormality, it is confirmed whether or not the sphere absence detection switch 283 is ON (sphere detection) (S408-4-2), and the sphere absence detection switch 283 is OFF ( In the case of no sphere detection, 3000 is set as the sphere presence detection time in the sphere presence monitoring timer (S408-4-3), and the sphere absence monitoring process (S408-4) ends. The sphere presence detection time 3000 is a detection time for determining that there is no sphere (there is a sphere), and the presence of a sphere was continuously detected during the sphere presence detection time 3000 (no sphere was not detected). ), It is determined that there is no sphere (with sphere). The detection time with a sphere is set longer than the detection time without a sphere in order to accurately determine whether the detection time is normal.

  If it is determined in S408-4-2 that the no-sphere detection switch 283 is ON (ball detection), the value of the ball monitoring timer is decremented by 1 (S408-4-4), and the ball monitoring timer after the subtraction is performed. Is confirmed to be 0 (S408-4-5). If the value of the sphere presence monitoring timer is not 0, the sphere absence monitoring process (S408-4) ends.

  On the other hand, if the value of the ball presence monitoring timer is determined to be 0 in S408-4-5, a ball presence command (corresponding to a no ball abnormality cancel command) is set in the RAM (storage means) of the payout control board 240. (Stored) (S408-4-6), and further, the no-ball abnormality stored in the corresponding area of the abnormal data buffer (RAM of the payout control board 240) is reset (1 → 0) (S408-4). -7). Next, 100 is set as a sphere absence detection time in the sphere presence monitoring timer (S408-4-8), and then the sphere absence monitoring process (S408-4) ends. The no-sphere detection time 100 is a detection time for determining that there is no sphere, and if no sphere is detected continuously during the no-sphere detection time 100 (in the case of no sphere detection), no sphere abnormality is detected. To be judged. The no-sphere detection time 100 is set to be shorter than the pause time 200.

  If it is determined in S408-4-1 that the ball is not abnormal, it is confirmed whether or not the ball detection switch 283 is ON (ball detection) (S408-4-9), and the ball detection switch 283 is set. In the case of ON (ball detection), 100 is set as the ball absence detection time in the ball presence monitoring timer (S408-4-10), and this ball absence monitoring process (S408-4) ends.

  If it is determined in S408-4-9 that the no-sphere detection switch 283 is OFF (no sphere detected), the value of the sphere monitoring timer is decremented by 1 (S408-4-11), and the sphere monitoring timer after the subtraction is performed. Is confirmed to be 0 (S408-4-12). If the value of the sphere presence monitoring timer is not 0, the sphere absence monitoring process (S408-4) ends.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S408-4-12 that the value of the sphere presence monitoring timer is 0, the no sphere command is set (stored) in the RAM (storage means) of the payout control board 240 (S408-4). -13). Further, a no-sphere abnormality is set (0 → 1) in a corresponding area of the abnormality data buffer (RAM of the payout control board 240) (S408-4-14), and the existence of a sphere is detected in the sphere presence monitoring timer as 3000. Is set (S408-4-15), and then the fullness detection process (S408-3) ends.

In the command output process (S409), when the value of the command reception timer is not 0 (when the second time has not elapsed), the latest stored in the RAM buffer of the payout control board 240 Are output to the main control board 200.
More specifically, in the command output process (S409), as shown in FIGS. 35 and 36, it is confirmed whether the value of the command reception timer is 0 (second time has elapsed) (S409-1). When the value is 0, if the main control board 200 is in an operable state, the in-operation command is output when a first time shorter than the second time elapses, and an initial value is set in the command reception timer. However, since there is no operation command output from the main control board 200 (command reception timer has become 0), it is determined that the main control board 200 is in an inoperable state, and payout control is performed. The stored state is maintained without outputting each of the abnormal commands or abnormal release commands stored in the RAM (storage means) of the substrate 240, and this command output processing (S409) To the end.

  If it is determined in S409-1 that the value of the command reception timer is not 0 (second time has not elapsed), it is determined that the main control board 200 is in an operable state, and the payout control is performed. It is confirmed whether the payout abnormality cancel command is stored in the RAM (storage means) of the substrate 240 (S409-2).

  If it is determined in S409-2 that a payout abnormality cancel command is stored, a payout abnormality cancel command is transmitted to the main control board 200, and a payout abnormality cancel command is issued from the RAM of the payout control board 240. The command is erased (S409-3), and the command output process (S409) ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in S409-2 that a payout abnormality cancel command is not stored in the RAM, it is then checked whether a payout abnormality command is stored (S409-4).

  If it is determined in S409-4 that a payout abnormality command is stored, the payout abnormality command is transmitted to the main control board 200, and the payout abnormality command is deleted from the RAM of the payout control board 240 ( In step S409-5, the command output process (S409) ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in S409-4 that a payout abnormality command is not stored in the RAM, it is then checked whether a lower pan non-full command is stored (S409-6).

  If it is determined in S409-6 that a lower pan non-full command has been stored, the lower pan full command set is reset (S409-7), and the lower pan non-full command is further sent to the main control board 200. At the same time, the lower plate non-full command is erased from the RAM of the payout control board 240 (S409-8), and this command output process (S409) ends. By outputting this lower plate non-full command, the abnormality notification based on the lower plate full is stopped. On the other hand, if it is determined in S409-6 that the lower pan non-full command is not stored in the RAM, it is then checked whether the lower pan full command is stored (S409-9).

  If it is determined in S409-9 that the lower pan full command is stored, the lower pan full command is transmitted to the main control board 200, and the lower pan full command is received from the RAM of the dispensing control board 240. The command is erased (S409-10), and the command output process (S409) ends. By outputting the lower plate full command, an abnormality notification based on the lower plate full is performed.

  If it is determined in S409-9 that the lower pan full command is not stored in the RAM, it is confirmed whether a command with a ball is stored (S409-11). When it is determined that a command with a ball is stored, the set of commands without a ball is reset (S409-12), a command with a ball is transmitted to the main control board 200, and the payout control board 240 The command with a sphere is deleted from the RAM (S409-13), and the command output process (S409) ends. By outputting the command with a sphere, the abnormality notification based on the detection of no sphere is stopped.

If it is determined in S409-11 that a command with a ball is not stored in the RAM, it is then checked whether a command without a ball is stored (S409-14). If it is determined that the no-sphere command is stored, the no-sphere command is transmitted to the main control board 200 and the no-sphere command is deleted from the RAM of the payout control board 240 (S409-15). This command output process (S409) ends. By outputting the no-sphere command, an abnormality notification based on the absence of a sphere is performed.
The transmission of each command in the command output process (S409) corresponds to abnormality information output means.

  If it is determined in S409-14 that no ball command is stored in the RAM, it is checked whether a payout start command is stored (S409-16). When it is determined in S409-16 that the payout start command is stored, the payout of the payout device 281 is started and the payout start command is erased from the RAM of the payout control board 240 (S409-17). ), This command output process (S409) is completed. On the other hand, if it is determined in S409-16 that the payout start command is not stored in the RAM, the command output process (S409) ends.

  In the command output process (S409), when a command such as a payout abnormality command set (stored) in the RAM of the payout control board is sent to the main control board 200, the sent command is sent to the payout control board. Since the same command is not output again, the command is sent from the payout control board 240 to the main control board 200 when the main control board 200 is not started up (in an inoperable state). If it is transmitted, the command will be missed, but in this embodiment, when the command reception timer is not 0 (when the second time has not elapsed), that is, the main control board 200 is operable. Since the command is transmitted from the payout control board 240 only when it is confirmed that it is in the state, the main control Can be suppressed failed to receive the command by the plate 200.

  According to the abnormality detection and abnormality determination described above, the abnormality detection time for determining the abnormality of the gaming machine is set to a time shorter than the payout pause time, and the abnormality detection is terminated within the payout pause time. If there is, it can be judged as abnormal and the game medium can be paid out, so that the next payout is executed in spite of the abnormal state by not detecting the abnormality within the payout pause time. It is possible to suppress this.

  In addition, the abnormality detection time for determining an abnormality of the gaming machine is set to a time shorter than the payout suspension time, and when it is determined to be abnormal, the abnormality is notified together with the stoppage of the payout. By not completing the abnormality detection, it is possible to prevent the next payout from being executed without being notified of the abnormality in spite of the abnormal state.

Processing performed by the sub control board (sub control device) 205 will be described.
In the sub control main process J performed by the sub control board 205, as shown in FIG. 37, the CPU initialization process is performed in the sub control board 205 when the gaming machine 1 is powered on (S501). In the CPU initialization processing, various flags are set to OFF, and settings for external INT interrupt (reception interrupt) processing (S600), 2 ms timer interrupt processing (S700), and 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S800) are performed. Next, it is determined whether the power-off signal is ON and the contents of the RAM are normal (S502). If the power-off signal is not ON, or the power-off signal is ON and the RAM contents are not normal, such as when the power-off signal state and the RAM contents are not normal (when abnormal), RAM initialization processing (S503) is performed, and then the watchdog timer counters 1 and 2 are initialized (S504).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S502 that both the power-off signal ON and the RAM contents are normal, the watchdog timer counters 1 and 2 are initialized without RAM initialization (S503). (S504). The processing of S501 to S504 is executed only in the first order when the power is turned on, and is not executed thereafter.

  After initialization of the watchdog timer counters 1 and 2 (S504), interrupts are disabled in the loop processing (S505), random number seed update (S506), command transmission processing (S507), watchdog timer counter 1 initialization (S508), Interruption permission (S509) is performed. Further, during the loop processing, external INT interrupt processing (S600), 2 ms timer interrupt processing (S700), and 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S800) are performed.

In interrupt inhibition (S505), even if an interrupt occurs, the interrupt is prohibited.
In the random number seed update (S506), the random numbers and the like provided in the sub control board 205 are updated.
In the command transmission process (S507), various commands set in the sub-control process are transmitted to the corresponding board, device, or the like.
In the initialization of the watchdog timer counter 1 (S508), the value of the watchdog timer counter 1 is initialized.
In the interrupt permission (S509), the execution of the interrupt is permitted.

  In the external INT interrupt processing (S600), as shown in FIG. 38, it is confirmed whether the strobe (STB) signal from the main control board 200 is ON (S601), and the strobe signal is ON, that is, the strobe signal is input to the external INT input section. Is received, the command (control signal) output from the main control board 200 is received and stored in the RAM (S602). On the other hand, if the strobe signal is not ON, the external INT interrupt processing (S600) ends at that time.

In the 2 ms timer interrupt process (S700), as shown in FIG. 39, a ramp data output process (S701), a SW / drive output process (S702), an input process (S703), and a watchdog timer process (S704) are performed.
In the ramp data output process (S701), the ramp data created in the 10 ms timer interrupt process is output.
In the SW / drive output process (S702), the valid period and operation of the game button switch 67 are output.
In the input process (S703), switch edge data and level data are created.
In the watchdog timer process (S704), the watchdog timer is reset.

  In the 10 ms timer interrupt process (S800), as shown in FIG. 40, the switch state acquisition process (S801), the voice control process (S802), the main command analysis process (S803), the ramp process (S804), and the watchdog timer counter 2 Initialization (S805) is performed.

In the switch status acquisition process (S801), the switch data created in the 2ms timer interrupt process (S700) is stored as switch data for the 10ms timer interrupt process.
In the sound control process (S802), a process for sound emitted from the speaker 38 is performed.

  In the main command analysis process (S803), as shown in FIG. 41, whether the command received from the main control board 200 is a big prize winning prize command, a 2R command, a 15R command, or any of these commands. It is judged (S803-1, S803-2). Note that the winning prize winning number command is set for each winning a prize winning opening 42 in the winning prize payout number process (S150-9) of the winning ball control process (S150) on the main control board 200. The 2R command or the 15R command is a command set in the special symbol determination process (S190-6) in the main control board 200.

  If it is determined in S803-1 to S803-2 that the received command is different from any of the winning prize winning number command, 2R command, and 15R command, processing according to the received command is performed (S803-3), and thereafter Then, the main command analysis process (S800) ends.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S803-2 that the received command is a 2R command or a 15R command, the value of the cumulative prize counter is reset (S803-4), and then it is determined whether the received command is a 2R command (S803-5). . The cumulative winning number counter is a counter for counting the number of winnings (cumulative winning number) to the big winning opening 45 in one special game (one special game). If it is determined that the command is a 2R command, “2” is substituted for the set round number of the cumulative winning allowance calculation formula A to calculate the 2R cumulative winning allowable number, and the calculated cumulative winning allowable number is S803. It is set to the value of the cumulative winning allowable number used in -12 (S803-6). On the other hand, if it is determined in S803-5 that the command is not a 2R command, that is, a 15R command, “15” is substituted for the set number of rounds of the special game in the cumulative winning allowance calculation formula A and 15R cumulative winning allowance is received. The number is calculated, and the calculated cumulative winning allowable number is set to the value of the cumulative winning allowable number used in S803-12 (S803-7). S803-6 and S803-7 correspond to the cumulative winning allowable number calculating means.

  After the allowable number of accumulated winnings is set in S803-6 or S803-7, a winning state notifying unit setting process (S803-8) is performed. In the winning state notifying unit setting process (S803-8), as shown in FIG. 43, a process for displaying the winning state notifying unit 12 on the display device 10 is performed. Thereafter, other necessary processing (S803-9) is performed, and the main command analysis processing (S803) ends.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S803-1 that the received command is a big prize opening winning number command, 1 is added to the count value of the cumulative winning number counter (S803-10), and then the winning number increase notification process (S803-11). ) Is performed. In the winning number increase notification process (S803-11), the bar 14 of the winning state notification unit 12 shown in FIG. 43 is extended upward according to the count value of the cumulative winning number counter, and the winning of the big winning opening 45 is won. This is a process for notifying that the number (cumulative winning number) has increased. The process of adding 1 to the count value of the winning number counter (S803-10) corresponds to the cumulative winning number counting means, and the winning number increase notification process (S803-11) is the winning number increase state notifying means. Equivalent to.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether the cumulative winning number (count value of the cumulative winning number counter) exceeds the cumulative winning allowable number set in S803-6 or S803-7 (S803-12). The command analysis process (S803) ends. On the other hand, if it is determined that the cumulative number of winnings (the value of the cumulative winning number counter) exceeds the allowable number of cumulative winnings, the cumulative winning number excess notification (abnormal notification of excessive winnings) is performed (S803-13). Thereafter, the main command analysis process (S8 ends. The determination process in S803-12 corresponds to the cumulative winning number determination means, and the cumulative winning number excess notification in S803-13 corresponds to the cumulative winning number excess notification means. For example, as shown in (43-D) of FIG. 43, the cumulative winning number excess notification is performed when the bar 14 exceeds the cumulative winning allowable position 13 and the winning state notification unit 12 blinks at the same time. The cumulative winning number excess notification is performed in combination with other notification modes, for example, other displays and sound generation from the speaker 38, or only by sound, or by a lamp device. Or, or it may be carried out or a combination thereof.

The main command analysis process (S803) is followed by a ramp process (S804).
In the ramp process (S804), the output ramp data is created and the production time is managed.
Following the ramp process (S804), the watchdog timer counter 2 is initialized (S805), and the 10 ms timer interrupt process (S800) ends.

The configuration and effects of the above-described embodiment will be summarized below.
Configuration of (1) A variable winning opening that changes between an open state in which a game ball can be won and a closed state in which it is difficult to win, a success / failure determination unit that determines whether or not a game is successful, and the success / failure determination unit are determined to win And a special game executing means for executing a special game for performing a set number of rounds for changing the open state and the closed state of the variable winning opening, and the set number of rounds is different for the special game In a gaming machine in which a plurality of types of special games are provided, and the special game execution unit executes the game by selecting one type of special game based on the winning / failing determination unit being won, the special game execution unit executes A cumulative winning allowable number calculating means for calculating the cumulative winning allowable number by substituting the value of the set round number set for the special game into a preset cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula; and Cumulative winning number counting means for counting the number of winnings won in the variable winning opening during execution for each special game, and whether the count value of winning numbers by the cumulative winning number counting means exceeds the cumulative winning allowable number And the cumulative winning number determination means, and the cumulative winning number determination means determines that the count value of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting means exceeds the allowable cumulative winning number. And a means for notifying the cumulative number of winning prizes that performs notification.

  According to (1), the value of the set round number set in the special game is substituted into the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula to calculate the cumulative winning allowable number, and the calculated cumulative winning allowable number is calculated in the special game. When the number of winnings exceeds the limit, the cumulative number of winnings will be notified, so it is special to prevent the excessive winnings from being notified when the special game with a different number of rounds is executed or the frequent receiving of excessive winnings. It is possible to notify the excessive winning according to the number of rounds set in the game.

(2) Configuration The cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula is common to a plurality of types of special games having different set round numbers.

  According to (2), since the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula is common to a plurality of types of special games having different set round numbers, the process is simple.

Configuration of (3) It is characterized by comprising a winning number increasing state notifying means for notifying an increasing state of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting means.

  According to (3), since the increase state of the winning number is notified during the special game, it is possible to grasp the increasing state of the winning number during the special game.

  In addition, the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula is not limited to the one in the embodiment, and for example, the cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula = (round unit winning setting), with an excessive winning number per round (round excess winning number) as a constant value. Number + round unit excess winnings) x set number of rounds ", or the number of rounds set for special games multiplied by a certain coefficient to calculate the cumulative number of winnings (for example, the set number of rounds x a constant coefficient value) Alternatively, the coefficients α and β can be appropriately set according to the set number of rounds or the round unit winning set number.

Note that the cumulative number-of-wins notification is not limited to the notification mode shown in FIG. 43, but may be performed using another display, a combination of display by a display device and sound from a speaker, or only sound. It may be performed by a lamp device or a combination thereof.
Further, the notification of the increase in the number of winnings is not limited to the display of the bar 14 shown in FIG. 43. For example, it is notified by a pie chart, a score, etc., or by a sound volume or a blinking interval of a lamp, or a combination thereof. You may notify.

In addition, one round of special games is not limited to opening and closing the grand prize opening once, and the game ball is difficult to win (winning) (the prize cannot be calculated). It may be executed. In that case, the number of rounds set in the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula may be a substantial round number excluding a round in which a game ball is difficult to win (win) and a short-time large winning opening is opened. Or, the value obtained by multiplying the number of rounds for which the game ball is difficult to win (winning) (cannot calculate the winning) and open a large winning opening for a short time by a coefficient γ (eg, 0.05) is added to the allowable value. May be.
Furthermore, special games with different numbers of rounds are not limited to 2 rounds and 15 rounds, and the number of rounds may be other values, or three or more types with different numbers of rounds may be provided.

In addition, in the embodiment, the sub-control performs the counting process of the number of winnings to the big winning opening and the determination process of whether or not the cumulative winning allowable number has been exceeded. You may perform by payout control.
The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and can be modified without departing from the spirit of the invention.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Game machine 2 Game board 10 Display apparatus 41 Upper side start winning opening 42 Lower side starting winning opening 64 Launching device

The invention of means 1 is determined to be winning by a variable winning opening that changes between an open state in which a game ball can be won and a closed state in which it is difficult to win, a success / failure determination unit that determines whether or not a game is successful, and the success / failure determination unit. And a special game executing means for executing a special game for performing a set number of rounds for changing the open state and the closed state of the variable prize opening, wherein the set number of rounds is included in the special game. In the gaming machine in which a plurality of different types of special games are provided, and the special game execution unit executes the special game execution unit by selecting one type of special game based on the success / failure determination unit being won, the special game execution unit executes A cumulative winning allowable number calculating means for calculating a cumulative winning allowable number by substituting the value of the set round number set for the special game into a cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula set in advance; The cumulative winning number counting means for counting the number of winnings won in the variable winning opening during execution of each special game, and whether or not the count value of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting means exceeds the cumulative winning allowable number A cumulative winning number determining means for determining whether or not the cumulative winning number determining means determines that the count value of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting means exceeds the allowable cumulative winning number. And a cumulative winning number excess notifying means for performing excessive notification , wherein the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula includes (a term including the set round number as a variable) + (a term not including the set round number). Features.

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A variable winning opening that changes between an open state where game balls can be won and a closed state where winning is difficult,
A determination unit for determining whether or not the game is successful;
A special game executing means for executing a special game for performing a set number of rounds for changing the open state and the closed state of the variable winning opening based on the winning / non-winning determining means being determined to be a win;
With
The special game is provided with a plurality of types of special games having different numbers of rounds to be set, and the special game executing unit executes by selecting one type of special game based on the success / failure determination unit winning. In gaming machines,
Cumulative winning allowable number calculation for calculating the cumulative winning allowable number by substituting the value of the set round number set in the special game executed by the special game executing means into a preset cumulative winning allowable number calculating formula Means,
Cumulative winning number counting means for counting the number of winnings won in the variable winning opening during execution of the special game for each special game;
A cumulative winning number judging means for judging whether or not a count value of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting means exceeds the cumulative winning allowable number;
A cumulative winning number excess notifying unit for performing a cumulative winning number excess notification based on the cumulative winning number determining unit determining that the count value of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting unit exceeds the cumulative winning allowable number; ,
A gaming machine comprising:   2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the cumulative winning allowable number calculation formula is common to a plurality of types of special games having different set round numbers. The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising: a winning number increase state notifying unit for notifying an increasing state of the winning number by the cumulative winning number counting unit.

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