JP2018015445A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a model capable of achieving further novel amusement in a game machine adopting a concept of creating a game progress state advantageous to a player.SOLUTION: A game machine has a manager's screen operable by only a manager and is configured so as to be capable of changing a sound table referred to during a game on the manager's screen.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 43

Description

  It relates to gaming machines.

  As a recent pachinko game machine, a big hit lottery with a predetermined probability is made when a game ball enters the starting opening on the game board surface (game area), and if the big hit lottery is won, The mainstream is pachinko gaming machines that transition to the state and can open a large winning opening provided on the game board surface to obtain a large number of prize balls. Among the pachinko gaming machines configured in this manner, there is a probability-changing gaming state that increases the winning probability in the jackpot lottery and a time-reducing gaming state that increases the efficiency of symbol variation for notifying the lottery result in the jackpot lottery There is also a gaming machine that enhances the interest of the game by creating a game progress state that is advantageous to the player by these game states. There are also a large number of devices that are further provided with a production output device for enhancing the production effect by sound and light (including video) to further enhance the fun of the game.

  In addition, the spinning machine (slot machine) has a plurality of rows in which a plurality of symbols are arranged on the outer periphery when a game start instruction device (start lever) is operated after inserting a predetermined number of game medals. As a result of rotating the rotating drum (reel) and stopping the rotating drum using a rotating cylinder stop device (stop button) for stopping the rotating operation, a combination of predetermined symbols on the effective line (for example, When “777”) is lined up, it is generally a type that shifts to a special gaming state (a gaming state in which the lottery probability of the winning combination is higher than in a normal state) in which the profit state is higher for the player than in the normal gaming state Is. Here, in the slot machine, there may be a case where an image for production for enhancing the fun of the game is displayed on a display such as a liquid crystal in a form synchronized with the rotation operation and the stop operation of the reel. When operating a stop button, etc., there are many things that are configured to predict and enjoy the outcome of the game based on the design displayed on the reel, the effect image displayed on the display, and the sound effect. .

JP 2001-340543 A JP 2005-152050 A

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

The gaming machine according to this aspect is
One or more operable members (for example, power switch Ea, cross key SB-2),
A sound output unit (for example, a speaker D24) capable of outputting sound;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A movable member that can be displaced (for example, movable body accessory YK), and the predetermined operation member is configured so that the player cannot operate it.
As a display mode when displaying the effect on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG), there are a plurality of types of display modes,
As the operation mode when the variable member is driven, it has a plurality of types of operation modes,
There are a plurality of types of output modes as output modes for outputting sound to the sound output unit (for example, the speaker D24), and there is a sound in a certain type of output mode and a different type of output mode. Are configured differently,
As the output mode selection candidate group, at least sound group A and sound group A have at least one sound group B in which the output mode selection candidates are different from each other,
It is configured to select the output mode from the set selection candidate group,
Based on the operation state of the predetermined operation member, the set selection candidate group is configured to be switchable,
In a specific period, the output mode is different between when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set.
In the specific period, the display mode and / or the operation mode is different between when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set. This is a gaming machine.

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

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is an operation diagram of the sub input button and the lever in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a main flowchart on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of error detection processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a main game table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of special game operating condition determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of management operation control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a management menu screen display image diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of power saving mode switching control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of non-game period control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the customization control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the customization guidance screen display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a customization guidance screen image diagram 1 in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the display control process during customization on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a customization guidance screen image diagram 2 in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the customization control process during game on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of effect operation content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is an effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 33 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of background image display processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of an electric lamp operation control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 36 is an electrical decoration table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the volume control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 38 is a volume determination table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 39 is a flowchart of error detection processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 40 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 41 is a flowchart of an error display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 42 is a flowchart of the management operation control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 43 is a flowchart of the sound table switching control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 44 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 45 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 46 is an example of a sound table A in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 47 is an example of a sound table B in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 48 is a management menu screen display image diagram 2 in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 49 is a big hit effect image diagram 1 in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 50 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 51 is an example of a sound table A in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 52 is an example of a sound table B in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 53 is a big hit effect image diagram 2 in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 54 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 55 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 56 is a flowchart of initial processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 57 is a flowchart of the scheduled performance start determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 58 is a flowchart of the scheduled effect display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 59 is an operation diagram related to the execution timing of the scheduled performance in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment.

Form to carry out

  First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be described. “Pitching” includes not only winning a prize ball to be paid out, but also passing to a “through chucker” without winning a prize ball. The “identification information” may be in any form as long as the type of information can be identified through the five senses (visual, auditory, tactile, etc.), but is preferably visual, for example, numbers, letters, designs. The thing with the shape of etc. can be mentioned. In this specification, “identification information” may be called a main game symbol / special symbol (special symbol) or a decorative symbol (design), but the “special symbol (special symbol)” is the main control board. The “decorative pattern (design)” is identification information as an effect displayed on the sub-control board side. “Displaying identification information” is not limited to a display method. For example, light emission of a light emitting means (for example, liquid crystal, LED, 7-segment) (including not only whether light is emitted but also a color difference), physical Display (for example, a symbol drawn on a reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position). “Direction” refers to display content that enhances the fun of the game. For example, identification information fluctuates / stops, notices, etc., moving images such as animation and live action, still images such as pictures, photos, characters, etc. Combinations can be mentioned. “Open state, open state” and “closed state, closed state” are, for example, in the configuration of a general big prize opening (so-called attacker), open state = easy-to-win state and closed state = non-winning state Easy state. Also, for example, a state protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter sometimes referred to as advance state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter referred to as retreat state) In a configuration (so-called velo-type attacker) that can take the following condition, the advance state = easy-to-win state and the evacuation state = non-easy-to-win state. “Random number” is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) to determine some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo-random number in addition to a random number in a narrow sense (for example, a hard- Random numbers and soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called “basic random numbers” that affect the outcome of the game, specifically, “winning random numbers (random numbers for success / failure lottery)” related to the transition of special games, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol "Variation mode determination random number" for determining, "symbol determination random number" for determining a stop symbol, "hit symbol determination random number" for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game, etc. be able to. It is not necessary to use all these random numbers when determining the contents of the variation mode, the contents of the definite identification information, etc., and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. Also, in this specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers, but one entry (for example, starting entrance) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is referred to as one (ie, in the above example, the random number bundle of winning random number + variation mode determining random number + design determining random number... Is referred to as one random number) . Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). “Game state” means, for example, a transition to a special game state rather than a non-stochastic game state in which a lottery probability for transition to a special game state or a special game state in which a special winning opening can be in an open state is a predetermined value. A probabilistic variable gaming state with a high lottery probability, an auxiliary gaming state with assistance for winning at the starting port that becomes a lottery opportunity for special games (so-called normal symbol short-time state, for example, a variable member is attached to the starting port In such a case, the variable member may be one or a combination of a plurality of combinations such as a long opening period of the variable member, a high probability of winning the opening of the variable member, and a short notification time of the result of the variable member opening lottery. “Estimated average execution time of easy-to-play games per unit time” is assumed to be a situation in which there is a constant change in the auxiliary game symbol (for example, there is always a hold related to the auxiliary game symbol). In this case, it means the ratio of the open period per unit time (for example, 5 minutes) of the variable member attached to the start port. In terms of internal processing, in other words, for example, When a variable member is attached to the start port, the length of the variable member opening period (so-called open extension function activated / non-actuated state), the normal symbol (auxiliary game symbol) that triggers the opening of the variable member is won Probability level (so-called ordinary figure high probability state / low probability state), normal symbol (auxiliary game symbol), which is the trigger for opening the variable member, the length of change time (so-called usual figure fluctuation reduction function) Operating condition-actuated state), is realized by any one or more combinations of the like. “Adjusting the volume level” means changing all the volumes including the maximum volume that can be output. For example, when the maximum volume is changed from “90 dB” to “80 dB” by adjusting the volume level. For example, the volume that is output in a situation where the maximum volume is reached, such as during a super reach production, changes from “90 dB” to “80 dB”, and the volume that is output during the variation of the decorative pattern that does not cause reach variation is “50 dB”. The maximum volume and the volume that is not the maximum volume are changed by adjusting the volume level. “Adjusting the light amount level” means changing all light amounts including the maximum light amount that can be output. For example, the maximum light amount is changed from “luminance 10” to “luminance 7” by adjusting the light amount level. In this case, the amount of light in the situation where the maximum amount of light is present during super reach production is changed from “brightness 10” to “brightness 7”. For example, the maximum light amount and the light amount that is not the maximum light amount are changed by adjusting the light amount level.

  The following embodiment is a model in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed (type 1 type 1 complex machine). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and is applicable to other game machines (for example, conventional 1st type, 2nd type, 3rd type, general pachinko game machines such as general electric roles). . Note that this embodiment is merely an example, the location and function of each means, the order of each step regarding various processes, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, etc. It is not limited to the following aspects. In addition, the above-described embodiments and modification examples should not be construed as being limited to being applied to specific items, and may be in any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification example of an embodiment is a modification example of another embodiment, and even if one modification example and another modification example are described independently, there is the modification example. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and another modified example is also described. In the present embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table for various tables, but these are not limited, and the lottery table may be a reference table or vice versa. In addition, in this example, “table” is not limited to the format, and one or more selection candidates are selected from a plurality of selection candidates based on one or more information. It should be understood that this is an associated mode. The “table” may be referred to as a “selection candidate group”. Furthermore, numerical values (for example, winning probability at the time of lottery execution, maximum number of rounds at the time of special game, symbol variation time, number of continuations in each gaming state, etc.) as specific examples shown in the following embodiments and modifications are as follows: This is merely an example, and in particular, under different conditions (for example, according to the condition of the first main game side and the second main game side, by the condition of the probability variation game and the non-probability variation game, by the time shortening game and non- It is understood that the magnitude relations and combinations of the numerical values shown in the conditions for time-saving games, etc.) may be changed as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the following embodiments and modified examples. Should. For example, on the first main game side and the second main game side, the magnitude relationship between the winning probability at the time of the lottery execution and the expected value of the maximum number of rounds at the time of the special game is as follows: first main game side = second main game side Even if it is illustrated as such, the magnitude relationship may be changed as appropriate so that the first main game side <the second main game side, or the first main game side> the second main game side, etc. Good (same for other values and conditions). Also, for example, when configuring based on the intention that the probability variation gaming state will continue until the next jackpot occurs, whether to set “65535” as the number of continuations (configure to continue substantially), Or, even in the options of the realization method based on the same purpose, such as maintaining the probability variation game state until the next jackpot occurs without setting the number of continuations, as long as it does not greatly deviate from the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples Should be understood as appropriate.

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

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

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

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

  Next, the first main game start opening A10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game start opening A10 includes a first main game start opening entrance detection device A11s. Here, the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first main game start entrance A10, and the first main game start that indicates the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated.

  Next, the second main game start opening B10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the second main game. Specifically, the second main game start port B10 includes a second main game start port entrance detection device B11s and a second main game start port electric accessory B11d. Here, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the second main game start entrance B10, and the second main game start that indicates the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated. Next, the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is changed between a closed state in which a game ball is difficult to win in the second main game start port B10 and an open state in which the game ball is more likely to win than the closed state.

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

  In the present embodiment, the electric combination is provided on the second main game start opening B10 side. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric combination is provided on the first main game start opening A10 side. May be. Further, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are arranged so as to overlap each other, and the second main game start port A10 is provided due to the presence of the first main game start port A10. The upper part of B10 is configured to be blocked, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are configured to be spaced apart from each other. Also good.

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

  Here, in the present embodiment, the game ball flowing down on the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is easily guided to the auxiliary game start port H10, while the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area). The game balls that flow down) are configured not to be guided to the auxiliary game start opening H10. {However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured such that the game balls flowing down the right side and the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) can be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10 (auxiliary game start It is configured to provide two mouths H10)}.

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

  Next, the first grand prize winning opening C10 has a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped by the big hit symbol, and is an out port. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, located above D36. Specifically, the first grand prize opening C10 includes a first grand prize opening prize detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a first grand prize opening electric accessory C11d (and a first grand prize prize). Mouth solenoid C13). Here, the first grand prize opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first big prize opening C10. Is generated. The first grand prize opening electric accessory C11d changes the first big prize opening C10 to the first big prize opening C10 in a normal state in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (first). 1) The first prize winning solenoid C13 is excited and varied). In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) (Bello-type attacker) or an opening on a passage where a game ball can roll is used as a big prize opening, and the opening can be closed or opened (so-called slide-type attacker). It is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the second grand prize opening C20 is formed in a horizontal rectangular shape which is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, located above the opening D36. Specifically, the second grand prize opening C20 includes a second grand prize opening prize detection device C21s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d (and a second grand prize prize). Mouth solenoid C23). Here, the second grand prize opening prize detection device C21s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second big prize opening C20, and the second big prize opening entry information that indicates the entry at the time of entry. Is generated. The game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening C20 are configured to be detected by the second big prize opening prize detection device C21s. Next, the second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d places the second big prize opening C20 into the second grand prize opening C20 in a normal state where a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. Make it variable. In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) (Bello-type attacker) or an opening on a passage where a game ball can roll is used as a big prize opening, and the opening can be closed or opened (so-called slide-type attacker). It is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

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

  Since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have an effect role, in this embodiment, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The size of is set to be inconspicuous. However, in the case of adopting a technique that does not display the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol) by giving the first main gaming symbol (second main gaming symbol) itself an effect role, an effect described later You may comprise so that a 1st main game symbol (2nd main game symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display like display apparatus SG.

  Next, in the round indicator lamp D60, when the symbol variation related to the jackpot symbol is executed and the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the actual number of rounds of the jackpot to be executed (details will be described later, whether there is a winning game) Regardless of the total number of rounds to be executed in the jackpot, the round indicator lamp D60 is displayed (the display mode of the round indicator lamp D60 will be described later). The timing at which the actual number of rounds related to the jackpot is displayed on the round indicator lamp D60 is a timing later than the effect executed during the symbol variation related to the jackpot, and is executed during the round related to the jackpot. The timing is before the production.

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

  Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that executes display related to the auxiliary game symbols. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display portion H21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of auxiliary game symbol changes held (the number of auxiliary game symbol changes not being executed).

  Next, the center decoration D38 is installed around the effect display device SG, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the effect display device SG, and decoration. In addition, the game effect lamp D26 is provided in a game area D30 or an area other than the game area D30, and plays a role of effect by blinking or the like.

  Next, the movable body accessory YK is installed in the vicinity of the effect display device SG, and plays a role of driving and exciting the game when performing the effect accompanying the symbol variation. It is configured to move up and down, rotate, or turn on, so that the driving is conspicuous, and the big hit expectation (the selection rate of symbol variation that becomes a big hit when a certain effect is executed is A When the appearance rate of the symbol variation that causes a loss in which the certain effect is executed is B, the big hit expectation degree of the certain effect is “A / (A + B)”, that is, the appearance rate of the big hit variation It is preferable that the driving is easily performed with a symbol variation having a high (the ratio of the appearance rate of the jackpot variation to the sum of the appearance rates of the loss variation). Further, the movable body accessory YK is configured to be driven even during execution of the big hit, and is configured to be driven in an operation mode that matches the tempo of the sound (music) played during the big hit. ing.

  Next, the power saving mode display lamp (for example, constituted by LEDs) D70 is configured to be lit based on whether or not the power saving mode is on.

  Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and in particular controls overall game operations such as lottery when entering the first main game starting port A10 (second main game starting port B10) (ie, game Main control board M that performs control directly related to the profits of the player, and effect control means (sub-main control) that performs display control related to various effects on the effect display device SG that adds interest to the game U content Part) SM, the sub-sub control part SS that mainly executes the effect display, the game balls supplied from the prize ball tank KT according to the prizes received in the prize ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR, and each prize opening A prize ball payout device (set base) KE including a payout unit KE10 to be paid out to the dish D20, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling the payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball (storage ball) of the upper ball dish D20 The game area D30 Turning on / off the launcher D42 that launches one ball at a time, the launch control board D40 that controls the launch operation of the launcher D42, the power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and the pachinko gaming machine A power switch Ea or the like, which is a switch to be operated, is provided on the back surface of the front frame D14 (the opposite side to the game side).

  Next, FIG. 3 is an operation diagram of the sub input button SB and the lever SB-3 according to the present embodiment. As shown in FIG. 1, the sub input button SB and the lever SB-3 are arranged on the front surface of the gaming machine, and the sub input button SB and the lever SB-3 are integrated so as to form one member. Configured. First, the operation mode of the sub input button SB will be described in detail. As shown in FIG. 5A, the lever SB-3 is housed inside a member that forms the upper ball tray D20 (referred to as a housed state). Note that the lever SB-3 is in the retracted state during most of the game, such as when the main game symbol is stopped. In addition, the lever SB-3 is configured not to detect an operation even if it is operated in the stored state (the effect based on the operation is not executed). On the other hand, the sub input button SB can be operated when the lever SB-3 is in the retracted state, and the operation can be detected by pressing the sub input button SB.

  Next, the operation mode of the lever SB-3 will be described in detail. FIG. 10C is in the same state as FIG. In this state, the lever SB-3 cannot be operated, or the effect is not executed even if operated. Next, as shown in FIG. 4D, when the lever effective period (period in which the operation of the lever SB-3 is effective) in the symbol variation in which the lever effect is executed (the timing one second before the lever effective period). The lever SB-3 is driven so as to protrude from the member that forms the upper ball dish D20 (this state is referred to as a protruding state), and as shown in FIG. By being in the protruding state, it is possible to perform an operation of pulling toward the front as viewed from the player. By pulling the lever SB-3 during the lever effective period in the lever effect, the input of the lever SB-3 is detected, and the effect based on the operation of the lever SB-3 is executed.

  Next, an electrical schematic configuration of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, as described above, pays out a game ball based on the main control board M that controls the progress of the game and information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M. Based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board KH to be controlled, various effects on the effect display device SG, such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker D24, A sub-control board S (in this example, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub-control unit SS are arranged on one board) for controlling execution of the lighting of the game effect lamp D26, error notification, etc., and these A power supply unit E that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including the control board is mainly configured. Here, the sub-control board S is a sub-main control unit SM that controls various effects on the effect display device SG such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the game effect lamp D26, and error notification. And two control units of a sub-sub control unit SS that performs display processing such as a decorative symbol change display / stop display and a hold display or a notice display on the effect display device SG. The main control board M, the winning ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control unit SM, and the sub-sub control unit SS are a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, and a ROM that stores programs that prescribe the arithmetic processes of the CPU and CPU RAM that temporarily stores data (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, etc.) is installed. Hereinafter, a schematic configuration of each substrate and an electrical connection mode between each substrate / device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board M has a winning opening sensor Ns {the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s, the auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device H11s, 1st prize winning opening prize detection device C11s, 2nd big prize winning prize winning detection apparatus C21s, general winning detection apparatus (not shown, the general winning entry is a winning entry with a winning ball but no symbol lottery. )}, Drive solenoids (not shown) such as the first big prize winning solenoid C13, the second big prize winning solenoid C23, etc., information display LEDs (not shown), etc. that are essential for the progress of the game. It is electrically connected to the device and controls the progress of the game based on the input signal from each input device. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub-main control unit SM / sub-sub control unit SS). For example, information (commands) relating to the production / game progress state can be transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and the main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC via an external connection terminal. The game-related information can be output from an external device to an external device.

  In the present embodiment, as indicated by the arrows in FIG. 4, the main control board M and the winning ball payout control board KH are configured to enable bidirectional communication, while the main control board M and the sub main The control unit SM is configured to allow one-way communication from the main control board M to the sub-main control unit SM (the communication method may be either serial communication or parallel communication). The communication between control boards (between control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication.

  Next, the prize ball payout control board KH is a prize ball payout apparatus KE that executes payout of game balls, and an apparatus that can be operated by a player, accepts a game ball lending request, and receives the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to a game ball lending device R for transmission. Although not shown, in the present embodiment, the control circuit unit of the launching device is provided in the prize ball payout control board, and the prize ball payout control board and the launching device (launching handle, firing motor, ball feeding device). Etc.). In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device R is used as a separate body and is adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball lending device R may be integrated with the game machine. Control and management control of a recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be integrated.

  Next, as described above, the sub-control board S includes an effect display device SG for displaying decorative symbols and the like, a speaker D24, a game effect lamp D26, a drive device for effects such as a movable body accessory YK, and power saving. The mode display lamp D70, the volume output from the speaker D24 can be changed by operation, and the volume switch V10 that can be operated only by the administrator. The sub-configuration is configured so that the settings of the gaming machine can be changed (details will be described later) by operating on the customization in progress screen, the volume adjustment screen, the light amount adjustment screen, etc. The input button SB, the cross key SB-2, and the lever SB-3 are connected (in this example, three operation members are provided). The sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2 are configured to be turned on when pressed, and the lever SB-3 is configured to be turned on by pulling the lever toward the front as viewed from the player. As described above, the sub input button SB and the lever SB-3 are integrated into one mechanism. In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are provided in the sub-control board S, and control of the sound output from the speaker D24 by the sub-main control unit SM and game effects ( Lighting) The lighting control of the lamp D26 and the determination control of the display contents to be displayed on the effect display device are performed, and the display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device is performed by the sub-sub control unit SS. It is configured. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S, but the present invention is not limited to this (configured as a separate board). However, it is possible to reduce the situation that noise is mixed in the space merit and the wiring etc. by being configured to be integrated). Also, the work sharing between the two control units can be changed as appropriate, for example, the voice control is executed by the sub-sub control unit SS (suitable when a voice control circuit integrated with the VDP is adopted). Further, an electronic value may be given without giving a physical prize ball as a prize ball.

  Next, various functions of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described. First, the main control board M is a game peripheral device related to the game (first main game peripheral device A, second main game peripheral device B, first and second main game shared peripheral device C, auxiliary game peripheral device H), A sub-main control unit SM (sub-game control means SM) related to the performance is connected to a prize ball payout control board KH that performs payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control board M so that information can be transmitted. ing. Further, the sub main control unit SM (sub game control means SM) is electrically connected to the sub sub control unit SS (effect display means SS) for executing image effects, various game effect lamps D26 (for example, side lamps), speakers D24, and the like. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control board KH is electrically connected to a prize ball payout device KE including a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control board M, sub main control part SM (sub game control means SM), sub sub control part SS (effect display means SS), prize ball payout control board KH, etc. store data and programs in hardware. ROM, RAM, and elements such as CPU used for arithmetic processing. In the following description, each means included in the main control board M may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device). For example, each means that is included in a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device) may be configured to be mounted on the main control board M. The details of each means (device) will be described below.

  The “random number” in the claims and the present specification is, for example, “0” to “65535” or “0” to “0” assigned according to the type of random number (for example, a winning random number or a variation mode determining random number). The value is randomly selected from a predetermined range such as “255”. The random number may not be a mathematically generated random number, but may be a pseudo random number generated by a hardware random number, a software random number, or the like. For example, the expression method of each value in the random number is a method in which the value is expressed in order along the random number sequence (plus one method), the next value when the final value of the random number sequence is expressed (initial value) ) With a contingent value (initial value update method), a combination of these, and the like.

  Here, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment includes first and second main game symbol variation management timers MP11t-C (decrement counters) that can be cleared to zero. Furthermore, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment further includes an auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H capable of measuring time. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment has a second main game start opening electric machine opening timer MP22t-B that measures the driving (opening) time of the second main game start opening electric machine B11d. Yes. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment has a winning ball counter MP33c that measures the winning balls to the first big winning opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20. The special game time management means MP34 further includes a special game timer MP34t for managing the round time.

Here, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment has a short-time counter MP52c capable of counting the short-time number. Here, the “specific game” is, for example, a probability variation game (probability variation game state) in which a lottery probability for a special game is higher than that in a normal game, or a variation time of a main game symbol is relative to that in a normal game. The time when the release time extension function is activated is relatively short compared to the normal game, and the opening time of the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is relatively long.

  Here, in the present embodiment, during the time reduction game, the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction) compared to during the non-time reduction game. function). Further, the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the open extension time of the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is relatively extended (open time extension function). In addition, the time shortening game in the present embodiment ends when the total value of the number of changes in the first main game symbol and the number of changes in the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number. That is, the number of time reductions is configured to be subtracted every time the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol fluctuate (stop). Note that the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment may have a function of performing a lottery transition from a specific game (for example, a probability-change game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time a symbol changes. Good (so-called pachinko machines with a falling lottery function).

  Next, game peripheral devices will be described. Since some of the peripheral devices have already been described in detail, the remaining configuration will be briefly described. First, the game peripheral devices are a first main game peripheral device A that is a peripheral device on the first main game side, a second main game peripheral device B that is a peripheral device on the second main game side, and a first main game side. First and second main game shared peripheral device C, which is a shared peripheral device on the second main game side, auxiliary game peripheral device H related to auxiliary games, sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM, sub sub control unit SS (and effect display device SG) and the like. Here, the effects controlled by the sub-main control unit SM include the fluctuation of the decoration pattern in a form synchronized in time with the fluctuation of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol. It concerns only the display of information that has no effect. Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

  First, the first main game peripheral device A includes a first main game start opening A10 that triggers the transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device A20 that can display stop and change display of the first main game symbol. ,have.

  Next, the second main game peripheral device B has a second main game start port B10 that triggers the transition to the special game, and a second main game symbol display device B20 that can display stop and change display of the second main game symbol. And have.

  Next, the first and second main game shared peripheral device C is in a closed state during a normal game, and is opened under a predetermined condition during a special game (big hit). And a second grand prize opening C20.

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

  Here, the drawing variation time management timer SM21t is configured to measure the variation time of the decorative symbol.

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

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

  The first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are connected to the main control board M so as to be able to transmit information, and the remaining effect display means (sub-sub control unit) ) SS is connected to the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM so that information can be transmitted. That is, the first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are controlled by the main control board M, and the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS is sub-game control. Meaning that it is controlled by means (sub-main control unit) SM. Note that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main control board M and another peripheral device controlled by one-way communication (one-way communication).

  Next, FIG. 5 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by the main control board M. After powering on the gaming machine, the process of FIG. That is, after the game machine is turned on and initialized (not shown), the CPUMC of the main control board M confirms the input port of the RAM clear button and resets the power supply unit E reset button ( It is determined whether or not the RAM clear button has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of clearing the contents of the RAM has been intentionally performed by a game hall manager or the like. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the CPUMC of the main control board M clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means MB) on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the CPUMC of the main control board M transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub main control unit SM side (at this timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, the CPUMC of the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M in step 1008 (for example, stored in the checksum and RAM area recorded at the time of power interruption) Compared to the amount of information available). Next, in step 1010, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are not normal based on the check result (whether or not the information at the time of power failure is not backed up in the RAM). To do. If YES in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 1004 (RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if the data backed up in the RAM in step 1010 is normal, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, the CPUMC of the main control board M is stored (backed up) in the RAM in the main control board M in step 1012. In step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side (may be transmitted at the timing, or the command is set at the timing and will be described later. The control command transmission process may be used for transmission), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the CPUMC of the main control board M triggers a scheduled interrupt (for example, a hardware interrupt about every 1.5 ms) related to the main process on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is set to T) (as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, (b) in FIG. 11 is executed), the processing in step 1018 is performed. Transition. After step 1018, the CPUMC of the main control board M repeatedly executes various random number update processing (for example, random number counter increment processing) until the next scheduled interrupt timing is reached.

  Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. The CPUMC of the main control board M executes the process shown in FIG. 5B based on the interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, triggered by the arrival of the scheduled interrupt period T (for example, a hardware interrupt about every 1.5 ms), in step 1050, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes an error detection process described later. Next, in step 1100, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1200, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes an electric accessory driving determination process described later. Next, in step 1300, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process which will be described later. Next, in step 1400, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1600, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a special game operating condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1700, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1997, the CPUMC of the main control board M (especially the prize ball payout determining means MH) performs a prize ball payout control process (drive control of the prize ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning opening where the game ball has won. The winning ball payout control board KH is executed, and processing for managing the result is executed. Next, in step 1998, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes output processing of external signals (information output to the external terminal board, the hall computer HC, etc.). Next, in step 1999, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub-main control unit SM side), and immediately before the execution of this interrupt process. Return to the process that was being executed.

  Next, NMI interrupt processing will be described. As described above, the CPUMC of the main control board M is configured such that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the processing of FIG. Is executed. That is, when the gaming machine is powered off (NMI interrupt in this example), in step 1020, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets power-off information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. . Next, in step 1022, the CPU MC of the main control board M prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power-off waiting loop processing.

  Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of processing at the time of error detection according to the subroutine of step 1050 in FIG. First, in step 1052, the CPUMC of the main control board M, based on a well-known method, causes an arbitrary error in the pachinko gaming machine (for example, a door opening error (an error indicating that the front frame D14 is in an open state), a pan full error) (Error that upper ball tray D20 and lower ball tray D22 are in a state filled with game balls), vibration detection error (error that excessive vibration or impact is applied to pachinko gaming machine), It is determined whether or not the occurrence of an illegal radio wave detection error (an error indicating that the pachinko gaming machine has detected an illegal radio wave from the outside), etc.} has been detected. In the case of Yes in step 1052, in step 1054, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines the error period holding period timer ME10t for a predetermined period (for example, 60 seconds, depending on the type of error that has occurred). Set a different value) and start the timer. Next, in step 1056, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets an error notification instruction command (a command to the sub side and a command related to detecting an error) based on the detected error type (step (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM side in 1999 control command transmission process). Next, in step 1058, the CPUMC of the main control board M disables the main control board M in a game prohibited state (for example, invalidates the incoming signal from the incoming sensor, or temporarily stops the release of the game ball by the launching device D42). To the next process (the process of step 1100).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1052, in step 1062, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the error release condition is satisfied (for example, a predetermined period related to the game prohibition state holding period has elapsed). . If YES in step 1062, in step 1064, the CPUMC of the main control board M stops the error state holding period timer ME10t. Next, in step 1066, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets an error notification cancel command (a command to the sub side and a command indicating that the error has been canceled) (in the control command transmission process of step 1999). And transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side). Next, in step 1068, the CPUMC of the main control board M cancels the game prohibition state of the main control board M, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1100). Even in the case of No in step 1062, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1100).

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not a game ball has entered the auxiliary game start port H <b> 10 (inflow, in the case of a gate). In the case of Yes in Step 1102, in Step 1104, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1108, the CPUMC of the main control board M adds 1 to the hold ball in the form of temporarily storing the random number in the RAM area of the main control board M, together with information on what number is held. The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1200). In addition, also when it is No in step 1102 and step 1104, it transfers to the next process (process of step 1200).

  Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the electric-powered object releasing flag is off. In the case of Yes in Step 1202, in Step 1204, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not there is a holding ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (the flag state of the auxiliary gaming short time flag) and the acquired auxiliary gaming side gaming state and The main control board is determined by determining the stop symbol based on the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the holding ball (for example, when the auxiliary game short flag is on, the winning symbol is selected with a higher probability than when it is off). Temporarily store in M RAM area.

  Here, the right side of the figure is an example of a lottery table for determining an auxiliary game stop symbol. As shown in the table, in this example, there are “D0, D1, D2” as the stop symbols, and “D1, D2” as the stop symbols as the winning symbols. In the non-time-reduced game, when the stopped symbol is “D1”, the open mode is (0.2 seconds open → closed), and the open mode of the electric combination that will be opened is stopped. When the symbol is “D2”, the release mode is (open for 0.2 seconds → close for 0.8 seconds → open for 2 seconds → close). In the time-saving game, when the stopped symbol is “D1”, the release mode is (1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → closed). When the symbol is “D2”, the opening mode is configured to be (open for 0.2 seconds → close for 0.8 seconds → open for 4 seconds → close). In the non-time-reduced game, the stop symbol is likely to be a lost symbol “D0”, and in the time-reduced game, the stop symbol is likely to be a winning symbol “D1, D2.”

  Next, in step 1218, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets the auxiliary game symbol change time to the auxiliary game symbol change management timer MP11t-H based on the auxiliary game side game state (the flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 1 second when the auxiliary game short time flag is on and 10 seconds when the auxiliary game short time flag is off) is set. In step 1220, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the auxiliary game symbol changing flag. Next, in step 1222, the CPUMC of the main control board M updates the hold information temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M, and the CPUMC of the main control board M updates the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer. After starting MP11t-H, the auxiliary game symbol display on the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g is started.

  Next, in step 1224, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol and confirms and displays the acquired stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol on the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g. To do. In step 1228, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1230, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “winning” (D1 · D2 in this example). In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines the release mode based on the gaming state on the auxiliary game side, and sets a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening / closing time) of the electric accessory. To do. Next, in step 1234, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the electric agent releasing flag. Then, in step 1236, the CPUMC of the main control board M opens the second main game start port electrical accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10, and proceeds to step 1242. It should be noted that the process proceeds to step 1242 even if No in step 1202. Next, in step 1242, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the opening time of the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d has ended. In the case of Yes in step 1242, in steps 1244 and 1246, the CPUMC of the main control board M closes the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d and turns off the electric accessory releasing flag, and performs the next processing. The process proceeds to (Step 1300).

  In the case of No in Step 1204, the process proceeds to Step 1224, and in the case of No in Step 1206, Step 1224, Step 1230, and Step 1242, the process proceeds to the next process (Process of Step 1300).

  Further, in this flowchart, for the sake of convenience, after the stop symbol is displayed in step 1226, the process proceeds to the next step immediately, but the present invention is not limited to this. In that case, it may be configured to move to the next processing after a fixed stop display time of about 500 ms (for example, this processing is performed by performing branch processing using a stop display fixing flag and a timer). Achievable). Note that the time-reduced gaming state according to this example may be that the main game short time flag is on, or the auxiliary game short time flag is on. That is, the time reduction gaming state may indicate that the opening time extension function is activated, and the non-time reduction gaming state may indicate that the opening time extension function is not activated.

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the first main game start port entrance information has been received from the first main game start port entrance detection device A11s of the first main game start port A10. judge. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls relating to the main game (especially the first main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, 4). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, the winning lottery random number for determining the success / failure, the symbol lottery random number for determining the winning symbol, and the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol are determined. The three random numbers of the variation mode lottery random numbers to acquire are acquired. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update periods and random number ranges, and are sequentially acquired at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the CPUMC of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the acquired random number in the RAM area of the main control board M. Next, in step 1310, the CPUMC of the main control board M stores in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting information indicating that the first main game random number has been acquired (pending occurrence command) to the sub-main control unit SM. Set (sent to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999).

  Next, in step 1312, whether or not the CPUMC of the main control board M has received the second main game start port entrance information from the second main game start port entrance detection device B11s of the second main game start port B10. Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls relating to the main game (especially the second main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, 4). In the case of Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers of the success / failure lottery random number, the symbol lottery random number, and the variation mode lottery random number are acquired as in the first main game content determination means. Incidentally, the acquisition range of each random number on the first main game side and the acquisition range of each random number on the second main game side (for example, the acquisition range of the random determination random number for the first main game and the acquisition lot random number for the second main game) Are set to the same. Next, in step 1318, the CPUMC of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the acquired random number in the RAM area. Next, in step 1320, the CPUMC of the main control board M stores in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting information indicating that the second main game random number has been acquired (pending occurrence command) to the sub-main control unit SM. Set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and proceed to the next process (process in step 1400). In the case of No in Step 1302 and Step 1304, the process proceeds to Step 1312. In the case of No in Step 1312 and Step 1314, the process proceeds to the next process (Process of Step 1400).

  In this embodiment, information indicating that a random number has been acquired is transmitted as information to be transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in Step 1310 and Step 1320. However, the information on the random number value and the main game symbol are transmitted. The number of reservations may be attached and transmitted, and the information indicating that a random number has been acquired can be substituted by such information.

  Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the CPUMC of the main control board M confirms whether there is no second main game symbol hold. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a first main game symbol display process to be described later, and the next process {the process of steps 1400 (1) and (2). }. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the CPUMC of the main control board M executes the second main game symbol display process described later, and the next process {steps 1400 (1), (2). The process proceeds to.

  Thus, in the present embodiment, when there is a holding ball of the second main game symbol, regardless of the presence of the holding ball of the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the holding of the first main game symbol) However, this is not limited to this, but it is not limited to this (the pending digest based on the winning order and both main game symbols are simultaneously executed in parallel). It may be configured to execute a parallel lottery for lottery.

  Next, FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. In addition, since this process is substantially the same process on the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol side, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the processing on the second main game symbol side will be described. Use parentheses. First, in step 1403, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not a change start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is that the special game is not being played (or the condition device is being operated), the main game symbol is not changing, and there is a hold of the main game symbol. Although not shown in this example, in the case of providing a variable fixed time (time for displaying the fixed display symbol after the main game symbol is displayed), during the variable fixed time, You may comprise so that it may not satisfy | fill.

  In the case of Yes in step 1403, the CPUMC of the main control board M is temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M in step 1405 and step 1406. The second main game content determination random number) is read, the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) is deleted, and the remaining information temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M is stored. Shift (hold digestion process). Next, in step 1408, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a main game symbol determination lottery based on a first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, a winning lottery random number).

  Here, FIG. 12 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game success / failure lottery table (second main game success / failure lottery table). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability variation gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-probability variation gaming state. Note that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this. Moreover, in this embodiment, although the small hit is not provided, it is not limited to this, You may comprise so that a small hit may be provided in the 1st main game side and / or the 2nd main game side.

  Next, in step 1410, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines the main game based on the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number). Stop symbols related to the symbols are determined, and these are temporarily stored in the RAM area.

  Here, FIG. 12 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game symbol determination lottery table (second main game symbol determination lottery table). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, when a big hit is won, a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, “2A · 4A · 5A · 7A” and “2B · 5B · 7B”) One main game symbol is determined as a jackpot symbol from the inside.

  Note that the types of random numbers and stop symbols are only examples, and the present invention is not limited to this. {For example, a lose symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, and a plurality of types of symbols may be provided. May}

  Next, in step 1412, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines the main game symbol determination lottery result, the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number) and the main game symbol. Based on the stop symbols that function, the main game table 3 is referenced to determine the variation mode of the main game symbols, and these are temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M.

  Here, FIG. 12 (main game table 3) is an example of a first main game variation mode determination lottery table (second main game variation mode determination lottery table). As shown in this example, the present embodiment is configured such that the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol is determined based on the result of lottery determination of the main game symbol. That is, when the result of the main game symbol is a winning lottery, the variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long is easily determined. This example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of stop symbol, the selection rate, or the like. In the present embodiment, for convenience of explanation, the main game table 3 is not configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls, but is configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls. It goes without saying. Further, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time-reduced game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long {the symbol on the second main game side When the change is configured to be advantageous for the player, the second main game side is likely to be suspended by reducing the symbol variation efficiency on the first main game side (advantageous for the player). This is particularly effective when the starting port on the first main game side and the starting port on the second main game side cannot be distinguished}.

  Next, in step 1414, the CPUMC of the main control board M performs commands (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) related to the main game symbols temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M, and A command related to the current gaming state (design variation display start instruction command) is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub main control unit SM side (by the control command transmission process of step 1999, the sub main control unit SM side). To be sent). Next, in step 1415, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets a predetermined time related to the main game symbol variation time in the first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C. Next, in step 1416, the CPUMC of the main control board M causes the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). On B21g), according to the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M, the variation display of the main game symbol is started. Next, in step 1417, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the changing flag, and proceeds to step 1420.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1403, in step 1419, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the changing flag is on. If Yes in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420. If No in step 1419, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1600).

  Next, in step 1420, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the CPUMC of the main control board M transmits a command for transmitting information (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub-main control unit SM side to the effect that the symbol variation ends. It is set in the buffer MT10 (sent to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1423, the CPUMC of the main control board M causes the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). B21g) The main game symbol variation display is stopped, and the stop symbol temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M is displayed and controlled as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1424, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the changing flag.

  Next, in step 1430, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1430, in step 1440, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the condition device operation flag, and proceeds to step 1500. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 1430, the process proceeds to step 1500.

  Next, in step 1500, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a specific game end determination process, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1550). Even in the case of No in step 1420, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1550).

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the main game probability change flag is off. If YES in step 1502, in step 1510, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1510, in step 1512, the CPUMC of the main control board M decrements the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c by 1. Next, in step 1514, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1514, in step 1516, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the main game short time flag. Next, in step 1518, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the auxiliary game short time flag and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 1550). Note that the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1550) also in the case of No in step 1502, step 1510, or step 1514.

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the special game operation condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. First, in step 1552, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1552, in step 1554, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the specific game flag (main game probability change flag / main game short flag / auxiliary game short flag). Next, in step 1556, the CPUMC of the main control board M clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1558, the CPUMC of the main control board M clears the value of the probability variation counter MP51c. Next, in step 1560, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the special game transition permission flag. Next, in step 1562, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the condition device operation flag and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 1600). In the case of No in step 1552, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1600).

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in steps 1604 and 1606, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game transition permission flag and turns on the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1607, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets an initial value (1 in this example) to a round number counter (not shown). Next, in step 1608, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets information to start a special game (special game start display instruction command) in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1612.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1610, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 1610, the process proceeds to step 1612. In the case of No in step 1610, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines that the special game permission has not been granted, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1997).

  Next, in step 1612, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, in other words, whether or not it is immediately before the start of each round. In the case of Yes in step 1612, that is, when it is just before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets an opening pattern (for example, an opening pattern that continues to open, a pattern that performs opening and closing). To do. Next, in step 1616, the CPUMC of the main control board M clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in step 1618, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1620, the CPUMC of the main control board M drives the first big prize opening electric accessory C11d (or the second big prize opening electric combination C21d) of the first big prize opening C10 to perform the first. The special prize opening C10 (or the second big prize opening C20) is opened, and a special game timer MP34t (particularly, an opening time timer) is set to a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) to start, and the process proceeds to step 1622. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1612, that is, when the big prize opening is being opened, the process proceeds to step 1622 without performing the processing of steps 1614 to 1620.

  Next, in step 1622, the CPUMC of the main control board M transmits a game state command (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning game balls, etc.) related to the current special game to the sub-main control unit SM side. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). Next, in step 1624, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and a predetermined number (for example, 10) is assigned to the first big winning opening C10 (or the second big winning opening C20) in the round. It is determined whether or not there is a winning ball. If Yes in step 1624, the process proceeds to step 1628. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1624, in step 1626, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the special game timer MP34t (particularly, the opening time timer) for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) relating to the opening of the big prize opening. It is determined whether or not elapses. Also in the case of Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1628. In the case of No in step 1626, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1997).

  Next, in step 1628, the CPUMC of the main control board M stops driving the first big prize opening electric accessory C11d (or the second big prize opening electric combination C21d), and the first big prize opening C10. (Or the second grand prize opening C20) is closed. Next, in step 1630, the CPUMC of the main control board M resets the special game timer MP34t (especially the open time timer). Next, in step 1632, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1633, the CPUMC of the main control board M adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter (not shown). Next, in step 1634, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the final round has ended (for example, whether or not the counter value of the round number counter (not shown) exceeds the maximum number of rounds). . If Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1638, the CPUMC of the main control board M stores information indicating that the special game is to be ended (special game end display instruction command) in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub main control unit SM side. Set (sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). In step 1650, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997). Even in the case of No in step 1634, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1997).

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines that the current stop symbol is a probabilistic jackpot symbol (a jackpot symbol that will shift to the probability variation gaming state after the jackpot ends. In this example, 5A, 7A, 5B -It is determined whether it is 7B). In the case of Yes in step 1652, in step 1654, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the main game probability change flag, and proceeds to step 1656. Note that if the result of step 1652 is No, the process proceeds to step 1656. Next, in step 1656, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets the predetermined number of times (100 times in this example) in the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1658, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the main game short time flag. Next, in step 1660, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the auxiliary game short time flag, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997).

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 17 to 45, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described. First, FIG. 17 is a main flowchart on the sub-control board S side (particularly on the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 9A is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after resetting when the gaming machine is powered on. That is, at the time of powering on the gaming machine, in step 2002, the CPUSC of the sub-main control unit SM executes initial processing based on information received from the main side (main control board M side) (for example, RAM clearing). When the information is received → the sub-side RAM is initialized, when various information commands are received → the production-related information at the time of power interruption is reset in the sub-side RAM). Next, in step 2004, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the volume level and the light amount level to default values and turns off the automatic button flag. Although details will be described later, in the present embodiment, the volume level, the light amount level, and the automatic button operation setting (when the automatic button setting is turned on, the same effect as when the operation member is not operated is operated. Executed) is configured so that the player can set (change), and when the power is turned “off → on”, it is related to the previous setting (setting changed by the player and setting changed by the administrator). It is configured to be set to the default value. The default values according to this example are “volume switch large → 5, medium → 1, small → 4”, light level “medium”, and automatic button operation setting “off” (default). Setting a value may be referred to as a default setting). Next, in step 2050, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a management operation control process, which will be described later. The dB when the volume is set to the default setting is “95” when the volume switch is large, “85” when the volume switch is in the middle, and “82” when the volume switch is small. Even when the default setting is used, the relationship of “volume switch large dB> volume switch dB> volume switch small dB” is maintained. In the present embodiment, when the power is turned “off → on”, the volume level, the light amount level, and the automatic button operation setting are set to the default settings. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Depending on switching off, the volume level, light level, and automatic button operation settings remain the same as before the power was turned off, and the RAM level is cleared to set the volume level, light level, and automatic button operation settings to the default settings. You may comprise. Thereafter, the process proceeds to a loop process for repeatedly executing (b) which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit SM. Here, when (b) is executed, first, in step 2150, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a non-game period control process, which will be described later, as shown in the process of FIG. Next, in step 2200, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a customization control process to be described later. Next, in step 2400, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a hold information management process to be described later. Next, in step 2500, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a decoration symbol display content determination process which will be described later. Next, in step 2600, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a decorative symbol display control process to be described later. Next, in step 2900, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a special game related display control process which will be described later. Next, in step 3100, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a background image display process to be described later. Next, in step 3200, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes an electric lamp operation control process to be described later. Next, in step 3250, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a volume control process described later. Next, in step 2999, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a display command transmission control process (sends commands set in these series of subroutines to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and ends this repetitive process routine. To do.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit SM employs a form in which the sub-main routine (S2150 to S2999) is loop-processed after reset. Further, the process of FIG. 5C is an interrupt process of the sub main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line on the main control board M described above is a terminal of the CPU of the sub main control unit SM (in this example). , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (c). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the sub-main control unit SM (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 2005, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sends a command input port (described above) from the main control board M side. Check the data signal line input port). In step 2006, the CPUSC of the sub control board S temporarily stores the command transmitted from the main control board M side in the RAM area on the sub main control unit SM side based on the confirmation result, and immediately before this interrupt processing. Return to the process that was being executed.

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the management operation control process according to the subroutine of step 2050 in FIG. First, in step 2052, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the management menu screen display conditions (in this example, the power is turned on while pressing the RAM clear button) are satisfied. Note that the display conditions of the management menu screen are not limited to the conditions in this example, and there is no problem if the management menu screen is changed so that only the administrator can operate it. For example, the operation is not possible unless the door D18 is opened. A switch may be provided, and power-on while pressing the switch and the RAM clear button may be used as a display condition of the management menu screen, or power-on while pressing the sub input button SB and the RAM clear button. It is good also as display conditions. Further, the management menu screen may be displayed when the sub input button SB is pressed while the door D18 is open. In such a case, the door D18 is closed. When the sub input button SB is pressed, a customization execution screen (a menu screen that can be operated by the player) is displayed. When the door D18 is open, the sub input button SB is pressed to manage. A menu screen (a menu screen that can be operated by the administrator) is displayed. When the sub input button SB is pressed, the sub control board S (sub side) determines which of the menu screen that can be operated by the player and the menu screen that can be operated by the administrator is to be displayed. (1) When the door D18 is opened, a door opening command is transmitted to the sub-side, and the sub-control board S detects an operation of the sub-input button SB when the door opening command is not received. A menu screen that can be operated by the administrator is displayed, and when the operation of the sub input button SB is detected when the door opening command is received, the menu screen that can be operated by the administrator is displayed. (2) The door D18 is opened. When the door open flag is turned on, the sub control board S displays a menu screen that can be operated by the player when detecting the operation of the sub input button SB when the door open flag is off. Shown, the administrator detects an operation of the sub input button SB to display the available operation menu screen when the door opening flag is on, it may be configured to. Note that while the door is open, a sound related to the door open error is always output, and the volume related to the door open error is a constant volume (85 dB in this example) regardless of the state of the volume switch and the volume level. It has become. In the case of Yes in step 2052, in step 2054, the CPUSC of the sub control board S displays the management menu screen (see FIG. 19) on the forefront of the display area SG10. Next, in step 2056, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the sub input button SB has been operated while “actual machine setting” is selected on the management menu screen. In the case of Yes in step 2056, in step 2058, the CPUSC of the sub control board S deletes the management menu screen and displays the actual device setting screen on the forefront of the display area SG10. In this embodiment, when the sub-input button is operated while “actual machine setting” is selected on the management menu screen, the management menu screen is deleted and the actual machine setting screen is displayed. Not limited to this, if the sub-input button is operated while “actual machine setting” is selected on the management menu screen, the management menu screen is displayed on the rear layer and the actual machine setting screen is displayed on the front layer. In other words, both the management menu screen and the actual device setting screen may be displayed. Next, in step 2060, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether the volume adjustment function is on or off based on the operation of the sub input button SB with the cross key SB-2. It should be noted that settings other than on / off of the volume control function (for example, automatic button operation settings) can be changed. However, the setting of the light control function is intended to prevent epilepsy (a type of chronic brain disease). It is preferable that a configuration that cannot be adjusted by the player (off setting) is impossible. Next, in step 2062, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the volume adjustment function is determined to be off. In the case of Yes in step 2062, in step 2064, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the volume adjustment prevention flag (if the flag is on, the player cannot perform volume adjustment), and the next Shifts to processing (loop processing of sub-main side routine). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2062, in other words, if the volume adjustment function is determined to be on, in step 2066, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the volume adjustment prohibition flag and performs the next processing (sub-main side). Routine loop processing).

  If NO in step 2056, in step 2068, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the sub input button SB has been operated while selecting “power saving mode setting” on the management menu screen. In the case of Yes in step 2068, in step 2100, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a power saving mode switching control process, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (loop process of the sub main side routine). On the other hand, if No in step 2068, in step 2070, the CPUSC of the sub control board S displays a management menu screen based on the operation of the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2. Next, in step 2072, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the setting of the gaming machine based on the operation of the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2, and performs the next processing (loop processing of the sub main side routine). Migrate to Even in the case of No in step 2052, the processing shifts to the next processing (loop processing of the sub main side routine). When the volume adjustment prohibition flag is on (when the administrator sets the volume adjustment impossible), the volume level is configured to be fixed at the default setting described above in step 2004. Yes. When the volume adjustment function is turned off by the management menu, that is, when the volume adjustment prohibition flag is turned on, the volume cannot be adjusted unless the volume adjustment function is turned on again in the management menu. It is configured to continue. The configuration relating to the management menu is as follows: (1) When an error occurs, both the volume and the amount of light are specified values based on the error regardless of the setting of the management menu (the maximum volume and the maximum amount of light may be used). ) Measuring meal break time (seating time), over winning sound, custom logo color, menu used at factory inspection, etc. are possible. (3) Whether volume can be adjusted and light intensity can be adjusted (4) Production mode A, production mode B, production mode C, and so on. (4) Production mode A, production mode B, production mode C It may be configured such that an effect tendency can be set such that an effect mode (the frequency of occurrence of a specific effect differs depending on the effect mode) can be selected. In addition, as a specific example of the configuration relating to the measurement of the meal break time (seating time) described above, (1) When the “break time” mark is selected and the “start” mark is determined with the sub input button, (Measurement) starts, (2) When the time has reached a predetermined time, it can be notified by sound output from the effect display device SG, the game effect lamp D26, the speaker D24, etc. (3) The predetermined time can be set. Yes, it can be set between 10 minutes and 60 minutes. (4) If the power is turned off during the predetermined time measurement, the time measurement may be cleared. Further, the over winning sound means that a game ball is awarded to a big winning opening which is a predetermined number of closing prizes in the above-described step 1624 during the execution of a certain round. This is the sound that is output when the game ball exceeds the number and enters the big prize opening. The over winning sound can be selected from a plurality of types, and silence (no effect) can also be selected. The above-mentioned logo is a mark indicating the name of the company that created the gaming machine, and is displayed on the special game end demonstration time, which is the period after the end of the final round in the jackpot, or on the standby demonstration screen. The logo color and logo shape can be changed by customizing the logo color.

  Next, FIG. 19 is a management menu screen display image diagram according to the present embodiment. First, the image on the left is an image that displays a management menu, and shows an example of displaying items that can be set by the administrator (cannot be set by the player). In this example, it is configured to be able to set the actual machine, reset the date and time, initialize the elapsed days, and set the power saving mode. This management menu screen is displayed by turning on the power while pressing the RAM clear button in the power-off state. On the management menu screen, each setting item can be selected by operating the up and down buttons of the cross key SB-2 (in this example, “actual machine setting” is selected), and the sub input button The setting item can be determined by pressing SB. After each setting is completed, the setting can be completed by moving the cursor to “setting end” at the bottom and pressing the sub input button SB. Note that the method for terminating the management menu screen is not limited to this, and the management menu screen may also be configured to be terminated when a change in various settings is determined in “actual machine settings” or the like. In each menu, if the setting item is determined by pressing the sub input button SB, the determined setting is not required even if the sub input button SB is pressed and the display of the management menu screen is not ended by “end setting”. Is configured to be executed and stored. For example, after the volume control function is set to off (cannot be adjusted), it is managed by turning off the power or playing the game ball into the main game start port while the management menu screen is displayed. Even if the menu display is finished, the determined setting is reflected. In addition, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured such that the determined setting is not reflected unless the display of the management menu screen is terminated by pressing the sub input button SB at “end of setting”. In addition, if an error occurs during the management menu display (for example, an illegal winning error that occurs when a predetermined number of game balls have been entered in the big winning opening in a state that is not a big hit), the management menu It may be configured to execute screen display and sound output accompanying the occurrence of an error while maintaining the display. In such a configuration, the screen display accompanying the error occurrence has higher display priority than the management menu screen display, so the screen display accompanying the error occurrence is the front layer rather than the management menu screen display. Is displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and if an error occurs during the display of the management menu, the management menu may be deleted and a screen associated with the error may be displayed.

  Next, the image on the right side shows an example of a display screen when “actual machine setting” is selected. In this example, the “volume control function” can be set, and each setting item can be selected by operating the up and down buttons of the cross key SB-2 (“volume control function” is selected). The function can be switched on / off by operating the left / right button of the cross key SB-2. When “ON” is determined, the volume adjustment prohibition flag is turned off, and when “OFF” is determined, the volume adjustment prohibition flag is turned on. For event 2, event 3, and event 4, items that can be set as appropriate may be provided. For example, “automatic button operation setting” may be switched on / off. In the present embodiment, the “light quantity adjustment” function is always effective in consideration of epilepsy prevention and the like, and cannot be turned on / off. Note that the “light intensity adjustment” function may be configured to be able to be turned on / off, but in such a configuration, the default value of the light intensity is not set to the maximum value. When the function is turned off, the light amount is preferably set to a value other than the maximum value.

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the power saving mode switching control process according to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the CPUSC of the sub control board S deletes the management menu screen and displays the actual device setting screen on the forefront of the display area SG10. Next, in step 2104, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether the power saving mode is on or off based on the operation of the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2. Next, in step 2106, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the power saving mode is determined to be on. In the case of Yes in step 2106, in step 2108, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the power saving mode on. Next, in step 2110, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets green (display color when the power saving mode is on) as the display color of the power saving mode display lamp D70, and proceeds to step 2116. In the case of No in step 2106, in other words, when the power saving mode is determined to be off, in step 2112, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the power saving mode to off. Next, in step 2114, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets red (display color when the power saving mode is off) as the display color of the power saving mode display lamp D 70, and proceeds to step 2116. Next, in step 2116, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the confirmation message (for example, when the power saving mode is turned on, “the power saving operation mode is turned on) based on the power saving mode being turned on / off. Message ") is displayed on the display area SG10 for a predetermined period of time, and the process proceeds to the next process (loop process of the sub-main routine).

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of non-game period control processing according to the subroutine of step 2150 in FIG. First, in step 2152, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the operation of the firing handle D44 has been detected. If Yes in step 2152, the process proceeds to step 2158. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2152, in step 2154, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the symbol variation has newly started. If Yes in step 2154, the process proceeds to step 2158. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2154, in step 2156, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a new main game suspension has occurred. In the case of Yes in step 2156, in step 2158, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines that the non-game period has ended, and measures the non-game period measurement timer HY10t (the period during which it is in the non-game state, step 2214, step 2325 and the increment timer (started at step 2644) are stopped and reset. In addition, in this example, it is comprised so that it may determine with a non-game state, when a decoration symbol stops and it will be in the state where there is no holding | maintenance. Next, in step 2160, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S causes the standby demonstration screen, the power saving screen, the first customization guidance screen, the second customization guidance screen, the customization execution screen, the light amount adjustment screen, and the volume adjustment screen (each screen). The display image and the role thereof are deleted). Next, in step 2162, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the display of the power saving screen has been erased. In the case of Yes in step 2162, in step 2164, the CPUSC of the sub control board S starts the non-game period measurement timer HY10t (increment timer), and proceeds to the next process (process in step 2200). In the case of No in step 2156, it is determined that the non-game state has not ended, and the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2200) without executing the processing in steps 2158 to 2164. Also in the case of No in step 2162, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2200). In this embodiment, the non-game period is configured to end when the operation of the launch handle D44 is detected, when symbol variation starts, or when a new main game suspension occurs, the sub-input button Even when the SB is operated, the non-game period may be configured to end.

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the customization control process according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. First, in step 2201, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the power saving screen is currently being displayed. In the case of Yes in Step 2201, in Step 2202, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines that the non-game period measurement timer value is the first guidance value (the timer value at which the first customization guidance screen is displayed. Seconds) or more. In the case of Yes in Step 2202, in Step 2204, the CPUSC of the sub control board S displays the first customization guide screen on the forefront of the display area SG10. In this example, the player is configured to be able to change the volume level, light level, and automatic button operation settings (sometimes collectively referred to as gaming machine customization) and execute gaming machine customization. The display for informing the transition condition of the screen to be performed is referred to as a customization guidance screen. The customization guidance screen has a two-stage display mode depending on the non-game period. Since the non-game period can be displayed in a short time, the first customization guidance screen is changed to the second customization guidance screen. Note that the mode of notifying the transition condition of the screen for executing the gaming machine customization is not limited to this. (1) Display the first customization guidance screen at the timing when the non-game period measurement timer value becomes 5 seconds. Without turning on the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2 (lights on the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2) and the non-game period measurement timer value becomes 75 seconds. The second customization guide screen is displayed at (2) Sub-input at the timing when the non-game period is started (non-game period measurement timer value = 0 and measurement of the non-game period measurement timer HY10t is started) The button SB and the cross key SB-2 may be lit. Next, in step 2250, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a customization guidance screen display control process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2300, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a customization execution display control process described later, and proceeds to step 2206. If NO in step 2202, in step 2350, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a customization control process during gaming, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 2206. As described above, in the present embodiment, the first customization screen is configured to be displayed 5 seconds after the non-game period starts, and even if the sub input button SB is operated before 5 seconds have elapsed. It is configured so that automatic button operation settings, volume level or light level cannot be changed via the customization screen (automatic button operation settings, volume level or light level can be changed without going through the customization screen. Is). It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and automatic button operation setting, volume level or light level change is performed until 5 seconds after the non-game period starts, regardless of whether or not the customization screen is passed. It may be configured not to be able to.

  Next, in step 2206, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the non-game period measurement timer value is equal to or greater than a default setting value (900 seconds in this example). If Yes in step 2206, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the automatic button flag in step 2208. Next, in step 2210, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the volume switch V10 is “large”. In the case of Yes in step 2210, in step 2212, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the volume level to a default value (in this example, “5”), and proceeds to step 2214. If NO in step 2210, the process proceeds to step 2214 without setting the volume level to the default value. Next, in step 2214, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the current power saving mode is on. In the case of Yes in step 2214, in step 2216, the CPUSC of the sub control board S displays a power saving screen, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2400). As described above, when the power saving screen is displayed, the result of step 2201 is No, and display control processing such as a customization executing screen described later is not executed. In addition, when the display condition of the power saving screen is satisfied when the customization screen etc. is displayed, the displayed customization execution screen etc. will be deleted (display the power saving screen on the front layer). And the customization screen can be displayed on the rear layer). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2214, in step 2218, the CPUSC of the sub control board S resets and starts the non-game period measurement timer HY10t (increment timer), and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2400). . It should be noted that if the result of step 2201 or step 2206 is No, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2400). Here, in the present example, the automatic button operation setting and the volume level can be changed to the default setting when the non-game period reaches the default setting value of 900 seconds or more, and the volume switch V10 is set with respect to the volume level. Only when “L” is “Large”, the default setting can be executed according to the non-game period. That is, with regard to the default setting of the volume level, when the power is turned off to on, the volume level becomes the default value in all cases where the volume switch is set to “large / medium / small” (default setting). If the non-game period is 900 seconds, the volume level is the default value only when the volume switch is “Large” and the volume switch is “Medium / Small”. Is configured so that the volume level does not become the default value (the default setting is not executed). Further, when the power saving mode is on, all the customization of the gaming machine is configured so as not to be executed. Although not shown, the power saving mode is turned off (for example, by operating the sub input button SB). In the case of turning off, the gaming machine customization can be executed and the fact that the gaming machine customization can be executed is notified (for example, the first customization guidance at the timing when the power saving mode is turned off). Screen is displayed).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the customization guidance screen display control process according to the subroutine of step 2250 in FIG. First, in step 2252, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the up / down button of the cross key SB-2 has been operated. The cross key SB-2 has four buttons as an operable button: an upper button, a lower button, a right button, and a left button. In the case of Yes in step 2252, in step 2255, the CPUSC of the sub control board S is displaying the customization guidance screen (the first customization guidance screen and the second customization guidance screen are collectively referred to as the customization guidance screen). It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2255, in step 2256, the CPUSC of the sub control board S erases the displayed customization screen, displays the light amount adjustment screen on the forefront of the display area SG10, and proceeds to step 2268. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2255, the process proceeds to step 2268. If the up / down button of the cross key SB-2 is operated while the standby demonstration screen is displayed, the light amount adjustment screen (screen for executing the light amount adjustment) is not displayed, but the light amount adjustment is possible. (It is the same process as the customization control process during game, which will be described later).

  If NO in step 2252, in step 2258, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the sub input button SB has been operated. In the case of Yes in step 2258, in step 2260, the CPUSC of the sub control board S erases the displayed customization screen and standby demonstration screen, and displays the customization execution screen (for switching on / off of the automatic button operation setting). Screen) is displayed on the forefront of the display area, and the process proceeds to step 2268. The configuration of the standby demonstration screen applicable to this example is as follows: (1) The volume on the standby demonstration screen is relatively low or silent (details will be described later), (2) standby The demonstration display period (the maximum display period among the periods during which the standby demonstration screen can be displayed) is longer than the demonstration start value (240 seconds) (for example, 660 seconds), (3) the standby demonstration screen During the display, even if there is no game ball entering the main game start port, the display of the standby demonstration screen is terminated by the detection of the firing handle D44. (4) Demonstration of non-game period starts in the time-saving game state Even if the value (240 seconds) is reached, the standby demonstration screen is not displayed, and only the volume is the same as when the standby demonstration screen is displayed. (5) A situation where right-handedness should be executed (for example, a time-saving gaming state) And the standby demonstration screen is displayed (or non-game period) When a maximum volume that can be output is relatively small (may be muted), a specific right-handed instruction display is displayed or a sound is output by detection of the firing handle D44 (specific period) Details will be described later.) (6) While the standby demonstration screen is displayed, when the sub input button SB is operated, the customization execution screen is displayed on the front layer, and the symbol fluctuation stop display screen (displays the stop symbol of the normal decoration symbol) Is displayed on the rear layer, and depending on the detection of the launch handle D44, the symbol fluctuation stop display screen is displayed. When the cross key SB-2 is operated, the standby demonstration screen continues to be displayed, but the volume and light intensity are changed. It may be configured as follows. As a specific display example of the standby demonstration screen, it may be configured to display a moving image for executing a game description and a game machine motif introduction (character introduction or advance notice introduction). Note that the display condition of the standby demonstration screen is not limited to the non-game period reaching the demonstration start value (240 seconds in this example). For example, the time during which the operation of the firing handle D44 is not detected The standby demonstration screen is displayed when the predetermined time A (10 seconds) has reached (or the time when the game ball is not being fired), and the maximum display time of the standby demonstration screen is the predetermined time B (100 seconds). May be. In such a configuration, the predetermined time A (10 seconds) is longer than the shortest variation time (for example, 3 seconds) in the gaming machine and shorter than the maximum variation time (for example, 120 seconds). It is. The predetermined time B (10 seconds) is also longer than the shortest variation time (for example, 3 seconds) in the gaming machine and shorter than the maximum variation time (for example, 120 seconds). Further, the time when the operation of the firing handle D44 is not detected (or the time when the game ball is not fired) is longer than the average time from the time when the game ball is fired on the game board surface to the time when it flows into the outlet D36. It is preferable that the predetermined time A (10 seconds) is longer (in order to prevent a standby demonstration screen from being displayed despite the player firing a game ball).

  If NO in step 2258, in step 2262, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2 have been operated. In the case of Yes in step 2262, in step 2264, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the volume adjustment prohibition flag is off. If Yes in step 2264, in step 2265, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the customization guide screen is being displayed. In the case of Yes in step 2265, in step 2266, the displayed customization screen is deleted, the volume adjustment screen is displayed on the forefront of the display area SG10, and the process proceeds to step 2268. When the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2 are operated in the situation where the standby demonstration screen is displayed, the volume adjustment screen (the screen for executing the volume adjustment) is not displayed, but the volume adjustment is possible. (It is the same process as the customization control process during game, which will be described later). Also, the volume adjustment screen may be hidden while the symbol variation display, standby demo screen, and symbol variation stop display screen are displayed, and the volume adjustment screen is always displayed while the symbol variation stop display screen is displayed. The volume control screen may be configured so that the volume level can be adjusted with the cross key SB-2 and the volume adjustment screen can be changed according to the volume level. It is also possible to configure so that the volume level can be adjusted with the cross key SB-2 and the display of the volume adjustment screen can be changed in accordance with the volume level.

Here, the processing of step 2262 to step 2266 is summarized as follows:
(1) When the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2 are operated while the first customization guide screen is being displayed and the volume adjustment prohibition flag is on. → The volume adjustment screen is not displayed and the volume level is not displayed. Cannot be changed (2) When the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2 are operated while the first customization guide screen is displayed and the volume adjustment prohibition flag is off, the volume adjustment screen is displayed, and according to the display The volume level can be changed. (3) When the left / right button of the cross key SB-2 is operated while the standby demonstration screen is displayed and the volume adjustment prohibition flag is off, the volume adjustment screen is not displayed (standby The demo screen remains displayed), and the volume level can be changed.

  Next, in step 2268, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the non-game period measurement timer value is equal to or greater than the demonstration start value (240 seconds). In the case of Yes in step 2268, in step 2270, the CPUSC of the sub control board S displays the standby demonstration screen on the forefront of the display area SG10. Next, in step 2272, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the demo screen mode to the sub game state type, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2300). In this embodiment, the standby demonstration screen is displayed when the non-game period measurement timer value reaches the demonstration start value. However, the display start condition of the standby demonstration screen is limited to this. For example, if the non-game period measurement timer value reaches the demo start value in the non-time-reduced gaming state, the standby demonstration screen is displayed, while the non-game period measurement timer value starts the demonstration in the time-reduced gaming state. When the value is reached, the standby demonstration screen may not be displayed (in the time-saving gaming state, the standby demonstration screen is not displayed regardless of the non-game period measurement timer value). Further, in such a configuration, the volume output when the non-game period measurement timer value becomes the demonstration start value regardless of the gaming state, the volume of the demonstration screen mode is “1” (FIG. 45) or silence, that is, it may be configured to be lower or silent than the current volume setting value (volume determined from the volume switch and volume level). Similarly, it may be configured to be lower or silent than the current light amount setting value (light amount determined from the light amount level). Further, in the time-saving gaming state, the non-game period measurement timer HY10t may not be measured itself (the timer value is always 0 and the time is not counted).

  If NO in step 2268, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S in step 2274 determines that the non-game period measurement timer value is the second guidance value (the timer value at which the second customization guidance screen is displayed. In this example, , 75 seconds) or more. In the case of Yes in step 2274, in step 2276, the CPUSC of the sub control board S displays the second customization guide screen on the forefront of the display area SG10, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 2300). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2264 or step 2274, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2300). While the standby demonstration screen is displayed, the customization guide screen is not displayed, but the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2 are turned on (at the edge of the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2). A lamp that can be turned on is provided) (it is also turned on while the customization screen is displayed).

  Next, FIG. 24 is an example of a customization guidance screen image diagram according to the present embodiment. First, the upper left part is the first customization guide screen, the upper right part is the second customization guide screen, the lower left part is the standby demonstration screen, and when 5 seconds have passed in the non-game state after the stop of symbol fluctuation A first customization guidance screen is displayed. In the first customization screen, it is displayed that the automatic button operation setting can be changed by pressing the sub input button SB, and the volume / light quantity adjustment method is not displayed. Note that the display of the first customization screen is translucent, and even if the display of the first customization guide screen and the decorative symbol are displayed in an overlapping manner, the decorative symbol can be visually recognized. Further, by pressing the sub input button SB while the first customization guide screen is displayed, customization of the actual device (change of automatic button operation setting) becomes possible.

  Next, after the first customization guidance screen is displayed, the second customization guidance screen is displayed when 70 seconds have elapsed in the non-game state (when 75 seconds have elapsed since the non-game period has elapsed). Is displayed. In the second customization guidance screen, in addition to the display mode of the first customization guidance screen, a display mode in which a volume adjustment guidance image and a light amount adjustment guidance image are added to the lower portion of the display area SG10. Note that the first customization guidance screen and the second customization guidance screen are translucent, like the first customization guidance screen.

  Next, after the second customization guide screen is displayed, if 165 seconds have passed in the non-game state (240 seconds have passed since the non-game period), the standby demonstration screen is displayed. Is displayed. In the standby demonstration screen, the display of the first customization guide screen and the second customization guide screen is deleted, and a story display or the like is displayed. Note that the standby demonstration screen is not translucent, and if the display of the standby demonstration screen and the decorative symbol are displayed in an overlapping manner, the decorative symbol is not visible or difficult to see (the decorative symbol display The display area is smaller than the display of the standby demonstration screen, the display of the decorative pattern is displayed on the rear layer than the display of the standby demonstration screen, and the like. In addition, when the on adjustment prohibition flag is on, the display relating to the on adjustment is not displayed on the second customization guide screen.

Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the display control process during customization according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the light amount adjustment screen is being displayed. If YES in step 2302, in step 2304, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the up / down button of the cross key SB-2 has been operated. In the case of Yes in step 2304, in step 2306, the CPUSC of the sub control board S changes the selected light amount level based on the operation of the cross key SB-2, and performs lighting with the confirmation lighting pattern. , The process proceeds to step 2320. In this embodiment, when adjusting the light level,
(1) When the light amount level is selected with the cross key SB-2, the lighting is performed with a confirmation lighting pattern corresponding to the selected light amount level. (2) When the light amount level is determined with the sub input button SB, A confirmation notification display for notifying which light level has been determined is displayed in the display area SG10 (outputs sound).
(3) The lighting mode of the lighting pattern for confirmation is the same as the lighting pattern and the lighting luminance of “Production system A” in “Electric decoration table 2” in FIG. 43 (the number of lighting pattern repetitions is two).
The configuration is as described above.

If NO in step 2302, in step 2308, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the volume adjustment screen is being displayed. If Yes in step 2308, in step 2310, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the left / right button of the cross key SB-2 has been operated. In the case of Yes in step 2310, in step 2312, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S changes the selected volume level based on the operation of the cross key SB-2 and outputs a confirmation sound. Transition. In this embodiment, when adjusting the volume level,
(1) When a volume level is selected with the cross key SB-2, a confirmation sound corresponding to the selected volume level is output. (2) When the volume level is determined with the sub input button SB, the volume level is output. Is displayed in the display area SG10 (outputs sound) to notify which one has been determined.
(3) The volume of the confirmation sound is the same as the “non-error volume determination table” in FIG.
The configuration is as described above. A configuration in which the above-described volume adjustment screen is always displayed without outputting the confirmation sound (or is always displayed during symbol stop display, symbol variation display, etc.) may be applied.

  If NO in step 2308, in step 2314, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a customization execution screen is being displayed. If Yes in step 2314, in step 2316, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the left / right button of the cross key SB-2 has been operated. In the case of Yes in step 2316, in step 2318, the CPUSC of the sub control board S switches on / off selection of the automatic button operation based on the operation of the cross key SB-2, and proceeds to step 2320. In the present embodiment, when the automatic button operation setting is changed, when the on / off of the automatic button operation setting is determined with the cross key SB-2, an announcement corresponding to the on / off is displayed (ON Example of display: "Automatic button operation setting is turned on, automatic button operation setting is turned off by pressing the button during the game", Display example: "Automatic button operation setting is off Now, the automatic button operation setting is turned on by long-pressing the button during the game ").

  Next, in step 2320, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the sub input button has been operated, in other words, whether or not the volume level, the light amount level, or the automatic button operation setting has been determined. If Yes in step 2320, the process proceeds to step 2324. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2320, in step 2322, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a predetermined time (5 seconds in this example) has elapsed since the start of the customization screen display. In the case of Yes in step 2322, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S erases the customization screen in step 2324 after determining the currently selected volume level, light level, or automatic button operation setting (gaming machine customization setting). To do. As described above, in this embodiment, the gaming machine customization setting is determined when the sub input button SB is operated or when a predetermined time (5 seconds) has elapsed without operating the sub input button SB on the customization screen. However, the present invention is not limited to this. (1) Operation of the launch handle D44 is detected, (2) Symbol variation has started, (3) A predetermined entrance (for example, the first main entrance) The game machine customization setting may be determined when a game ball enters the game start opening A10). In addition, even if the design change of the decorative pattern is started while the customization screen is displayed, the customization screen remains displayed (the customization screen is displayed on the front layer rather than the change display of the decorative design), and game machine customization is executed. You may comprise.

  Next, in step 2325, the CPUSC of the sub control board S resets and starts the non-game period measurement timer (increment timer). As described above, in this embodiment, it is determined that the non-game period starts from the timing at which the gaming machine customization setting is determined. Next, in step 2326, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the automatic button operation setting is determined to be on. In the case of Yes in step 2326, in step 2328, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the automatic button flag, and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2206). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2326, in step 2330, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the automatic button operation setting is determined to be off. In the case of Yes in step 2330, in step 2322, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the automatic button flag, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2206). It should be noted that if the result of step 2314, step 2322, or step 2330 is No, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2206).

  Thus, in the present embodiment, the display mode relating to the gaming machine customization from the start of the non-game period (timing when the measurement of the non-game period measurement timer HY10t is started) is “non-game period measurement timer value = 0 seconds. -> Start of non-game period "->" Non-game period measurement timer value = 5 seconds-> Start of display of the first customization guide screen, customization screen (customization screen, customization screen, light intensity adjustment screen and volume adjustment screen are collectively referred to as customization screen )) “Transitionable period start” → “Non-game period measurement timer value = 75 seconds → Start of display of second customization guide screen” → “Non-game period measurement timer value = 240 seconds → Start of display of standby demonstration screen, customization End of screen transition period ”→“ Non-game period measurement timer value = 900 seconds → Execute default setting, start displaying power-saving screen ” However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, “non-game period measurement timer value = 0 second → non-game period start” → “non-game period measurement timer value = 5 seconds → customizable screen transition period start (screen “No change in display)” → “Non-game period measurement timer value = 75 seconds → Start display of second customization guide screen, start lighting of lamps provided on sub input button SB and cross key SB-2” → “Non-game Period measurement timer value = 240 seconds → Start of display of standby demonstration screen, end of customizable screen transition period ”→“ Non-game period measurement timer value = 900 seconds → Execute default setting, start display of power saving screen ” It may be configured. Note that the start of the customizable screen transition period means that the period during which the customized screen is displayed by operating the sub input button SB or the cross key SB-2.

  Next, FIG. 26 is an example of an image diagram of a customization guidance screen according to the present embodiment. First, the left part of the figure shows that the player has operated the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2 when the first customization guide screen or the second customization guide screen is displayed on the effect display device SG. The display mode of the volume adjustment setting screen displayed in this case is shown. Specifically, when the first customization guide screen or the second customization guide screen is displayed, when the player operates the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2, the volume control screen is displayed. When the left button of the cross key SB-2 is pressed during the display, the sound for confirmation from the speaker D24 is reduced and the lit portion (white portion) of the volume display in the upper speaker schematic diagram is reduced. When the right button of the cross key SB-2 is pressed (the volume level decreases), the sound for confirmation from the speaker D24 increases and the volume display in the upper speaker schematic diagram The lit part (white part) increases (indicating that the volume level increases), and when the sub input button SB is pressed, the selected volume level is reached. It is configured to be constant.

  Next, the middle part of the figure is displayed when the up / down button of the cross key SB-2 is operated when the first customization guide screen or the second customization guide screen is displayed on the effect display device SG. The display mode of the setting screen for adjusting the light amount is shown. Specifically, when the player operates the up / down button of the cross key SB-2, the light amount adjustment screen is displayed, and the first customization guide screen or the second customization guide screen is displayed while the light amount adjustment screen is displayed. When the upper button of the cross key SB-2 is pressed, the petal-like lighting parts displayed on the effect display device SG are “0 → 6 → 12” in three stages. When the lower button of the cross key SB-2 is pressed down (indicating that the light intensity level increases), the petal-shaped lighting portion displayed on the effect display device SG is 12 It is configured so that the light quantity level is reduced in three stages of 6 → 6 → 0 (indicating that the light intensity level becomes small), and the currently selected light intensity level is determined by pressing the sub input button SB. Yes. Even if the cross key SB-2 is operated when the standby demonstration screen is displayed, the volume adjustment screen and the light amount adjustment screen are not displayed, but the volume level and the light amount level itself can be changed. In the figure, the display corresponding to the light level is a petal-like display, and the lighting portion is configured to increase in three stages of “0 → 6 → 12”. Alternatively, the lighting part may be configured to increase in three stages of “1 → 2 → 3”, or three petal-shaped displays (with different display area sizes, The petals may be configured to increase in three stages: small, medium, and small petals) and “small → medium → large”.

  Next, the right part of the figure is displayed when the sub-input button SB is operated when the first customization guidance screen, the second customization guidance screen, or the standby demonstration screen is displayed on the effect display device SG. The display mode of the customization execution screen is shown. Specifically, when the player operates the sub input button SB, a customization screen is displayed. When the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2 are pressed on the customization screen, the automatic button operation setting “ON” or “OFF” is set. The cursor is moved, and when the sub input button SB is pressed, the setting of the selected cursor is determined. Here, when it is determined to be “ON”, the automatic button operation setting screen is erased, and “Automatic button operation setting is turned on, automatic button operation is turned off by pressing the button during the game” is displayed. Is done. On the other hand, if it is determined as “OFF”, the automatic button operation setting screen disappears and “Automatic button operation setting is turned off. Automatic button operation is turned on by long-pressing the button during the game” is displayed. The

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the customization control process during game according to the subroutine of step 2350 in FIG. First, in step 2351, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the automatic button flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2351, in step 2352, the CPUSC of the sub control board S makes a long press of the sub input button SB (in this process, the long press is that the sub input button SB is continuously pressed for 1 second or more). ) Is detected. In this embodiment, the operation member for determining long press in step 2352 is the sub input button SB. However, the operation member is not limited to this, and may be the lever SB-3 or the sub input button SB and the lever. You may comprise so that any long press with SB-3 may be determined. In the case of Yes in step 2352, in step 2354, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the button effective period (button single-pressing effect, button repeated striking effect, button long-pressing effect, or hidden button effect in the long press period. The period during which the operation of the sub input button SB is accepted due to the symbol variation = the period in which the effect is executed by operating the sub input button SB) or the lever effective period (lever single pull effect, lever continuous pull effect, lever extended effect, Alternatively, it is determined whether or not the period of receiving the operation of the lever SB-3 in the symbol variation for executing the hidden button effect = the period in which the effect is executed by operating the lever SB-3) is not straddled. Here, the case where the long press period extends over the button effective period (or lever effective period) means that (1) the sub input button SB starts to be pressed before the button effective period (or lever effective period) starts. Then, the sub input button SB is kept pressed for 1 second, and if the button is valid for 1 second, (2) the sub input button SB is pushed during the button valid period (or lever valid period). After that, the sub input button SB is kept pressed for 1 second, and the button effective period (or lever effective period) is not reached when the 1 second has elapsed (the button effective period has ended). . In the case of Yes in step 2354, in step 2356, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the non-game period measurement timer value is smaller than the first guidance value (5 seconds in this example). As described above, in the present embodiment, when the non-game period has elapsed for 5 seconds or longer, the first customization guide screen is displayed, so that the automatic button operation setting change by long pressing the sub input button SB is invalid. The sub-input button SB starts to be pressed before the non-game period of 5 seconds elapses, and then the sub-input button SB is held down for 1 second. Even if it has elapsed, the change of the automatic button operation setting by long pressing the sub input button SB is invalid. In the case of Yes in step 2356, in step 2358, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not it is a symbol variation that executes the hidden button effect. In the case of Yes in step 2358, in step 2360, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the automatic button flag, and proceeds to step 2364. Note that if the result is No in step 2352, step 2354, step 2356, or step 2358, the process proceeds to step 2364.

If No in step 2351, in other words, if the automatic button flag is on, in step 2362, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the operation of the sub input button SB has been detected. In the case of Yes in step 2362, in step 2363, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the automatic button flag and proceeds to step 2364. Note that if the answer is No in step 2362, the process proceeds to step 2364. In this embodiment, when the automatic button flag is on, the automatic button flag is turned off when the sub input button is pressed once. When the sub input button is held down, the automatic button flag is turned off. The flag may be configured to be turned off, or may be configured not to be turned off. In addition, when the automatic button flag is on during the game, as a specific example of turning off the automatic button flag by operating the sub input button SB,
(1) Button automatic input at the time of executing a button effect (button single press effect, button continuous press effect, button long press effect) (the automatic button flag is on, so that the button repeated effect etc. can be performed without operating the sub input button SB) If the player operates the sub input button SB before the button is automatically executed),
(2) When the player operates the sub input button SB during the button automatic input in the button continuous hit effect or the button long press effect,
(3) When the player operates the sub input button SB during the execution of the notice effect without automatic button input,
Etc. can be illustrated.

  Next, in step 2364, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the operation of the up / down button of the cross key SB-2 is detected. In the case of Yes in step 2364, in step 2366, the CPUSC of the sub control board S adjusts the light amount level based on the operation of the cross key SB-2, and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2206). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2364, in step 2368, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the operation of the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2 is detected. In the case of Yes in step 2368, in step 2370, the CPUSC of the sub control board S adjusts the volume level based on the operation of the cross key SB-2, and shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2206). As described above, in this embodiment, the light amount level and the volume level can be adjusted by operating the cross key SB-2 even when it is not a non-game period. Specifically, the cross key SB-2 is configured. The upper button increases the light level by one level, the lower button of the cross key SB-2 decreases the light level by one level, the right button of the cross key SB-2 increases the volume by one level, and the left side of the cross key SB-2. The volume increases by one step with the button. In the present embodiment, an effect of operating the cross key SB-2 in an effect during the game (for example, a button effect) (an effect in which a notice effect or the like is executed by operating the cross key SB-2) is provided. However, when such an effect is provided, it is impossible to adjust the light level and the volume level by operating the cross key SB-2 during the effective period of the cross key SB-2 in the effect. It is desirable to configure. In addition, the operation other than the volume and the amount of light may be changed by operating the cross key SB-2. For example, the production mode (changing the occurrence probability of a specific production or changing the tendency of the production to be performed is different. May be configured to be changeable. In such a configuration, for example, the volume and effect mode can be changed by operating the cross key SB-2 while the symbols are changing, and the volume and light intensity can be changed by operating the cross key SB-2 while the standby demonstration screen is displayed. The production mode may be changeable. While the symbol is changing (or during the symbol change and 5 seconds before the start of the non-game period), the volume level can be adjusted by operating the cross key SB-2, while the cross key SB-2 can be adjusted. You may comprise so that adjustment of the light quantity level by operation is impossible.

  Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether a new hold occurrence command (hold information relating to the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol) has been received from the main control board M side. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the drawing suspension counter (in this example, a maximum of four for the first main game and a maximum of four for the second main game) to “ 1 "is added (incremented). Next, in step 2406, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side, and holds the hold information (in particular, a random value related to the main game symbol lottery, for example, a lottery determination) The random number / design lottery random number / variation mode lottery random number) is temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and the process proceeds to step 2416.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2402, in step 2408, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a symbol variation display start instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2408, in step 2410, the CPUSC of the sub control board S subtracts (decrements) “1” from the drawing suspension counter. Next, in step 2412, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S shifts the holding information related to the symbol variation to the remaining holding information. Next, in step 2414, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 2416. In the case of No in step 2408, the processing proceeds to step 2416 without executing the processing in steps 2410 to 2414. Next, in step 2416, the CPUSC of the sub control board S has the same number of hold display lamps as the drawing hold counter value on the effect display device SG (particularly, the first hold display portion SG12 and the second hold display portion SG13). Is displayed and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2500).

  Next, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the symbol content determination permission flag. Next, in step 2506, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the variation pattern of the decorative design and temporarily stores it in the RAM area of the sub control board S. Next, in step 2550, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes an effect operation content determination process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2512, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the symbol content determination flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2600). Even in the case of No in step 2502, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2600).

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of effect operation content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2550 in FIG. First, in step 2552, the CPUSC of the sub control board S refers to the currently set light amount level temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub control board S. Next, in step 2554, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the referenced light amount level is “high”. In the case of Yes in step 2554, in step 2556, the CPUSC of the sub control board S refers to the effect operation content determination lottery table (effect table 0) based on the decorative symbol variation mode and the sub-side game state type. The pattern is determined by lottery, and the determined effect pattern is set in the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and the process proceeds to Step 2564. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2554, in step 2558, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the referenced light amount level is “medium”. In the case of Yes in step 2558, in step 2560, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S refers to the effect operation content determination lottery table (effect table 1) based on the decoration pattern variation mode and the sub-side game state type. The pattern is determined by lottery, and the determined effect pattern is set in the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and the process proceeds to Step 2564. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2558, in other words, when the light amount level is “small”, in step 2562, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S produces an effect based on the decoration pattern variation mode and the sub-side game state type. The effect pattern is determined by lottery with reference to the operation content determination lottery table (effect table 2), the determined effect pattern is set in the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and the process proceeds to step 2564.

  Here, FIG. 31 (effect tables 0, 1, and 2) is an example of a lottery table for determining the contents of the effect operation. In the following description, the case where the decoration pattern variation mode is “super reach” is illustrated, but the same applies to the variation patterns of other decoration patterns. First, as shown in this example, the production pattern in the present embodiment is a content of execution related to production operations such as production image reproduction timing, movable object driving timing, lighting lamp lighting / flashing timing, etc. It is specified as Then, based on the effect pattern determined based on the random value acquired at an arbitrary timing, the specified effect operation is executed. For example, when the decoration pattern variation mode is “super reach” and the acquired random number value is “100”, the effect pattern “effect A-5” is determined. Then, based on the effect pattern “effect A-5”, the “effect image A-5” (for example, a series of moving images for enhancing the interest of the decoration symbol variation, at the start of the variation of the decorative symbol, the so-called reach effect. Image can be displayed), and after 30 seconds from the start of the decorative symbol variation, the operation of the “electric decoration lamp (in this example, the game effect lamp D26)” is started. After 55 seconds, the operation of “movable body accessory (in this example, movable body accessory YK)” is started. Here, each effect pattern in the present embodiment can be classified mainly into three types based on the design intention of the effect pattern (hereinafter, such a classification is referred to as an effect system).

  First, the first type is “production system A (or referred to as base production)”, and the production patterns classified into this type are the main production patterns in pachinko gaming machines. Here, the main production pattern means a production pattern that influences the interest related to the production of the pachinko machine. More specifically, for example, the selection rate at the time of losing and the selection rate at the time of big hit are An example in which both are configured to be high (in other words, the production pattern is the main route to the big hit) can be given. In designing such a production pattern, in general, in order to pursue the enhancement of interest related to the production, in general, the movable body accessory drive timing, the illumination lamp lighting / flashing timing, or the disturbance assigned to the production pattern It takes a lot of time to design the numerical range.

  Next, the second type is “production system B (or an actor-based production)”, and the production pattern classified into the type is an production pattern that informs the player that the degree of expectation for jackpot is high. It becomes. In addition, because it is designed to notify that the degree of expectation of jackpot is high, it is designed so that the movable body accessory driving timing and the illumination lamp lighting / flashing timing are relatively increased compared to other classifications. It will be. Since the big hit expectation degree is designed to be high, the selection rate at the time of losing is extremely low, and the selection rate at the time of hitting may be high.

  Next, the third type is “production system C (or an electrical decoration-based production)”, and the production patterns classified into this type are production patterns that serve as a compendium for production systems A and B. . In addition, since it is designed with the intention of assisting the production systems A and B, compared to the production systems A and B, the movable body accessory driving timing and the illumination lamp lighting / flashing timing are relatively reduced. Will be designed. In addition, regarding the big hit expectation degree, there is a case where the selectivity at the time of loss is high and the selectivity at the time of hit is extremely low.

  In the present embodiment, in addition to the “production systems A to C”, a “production system D” is further provided. When the light amount level is “medium” or “small”, an effect pattern classified into the “effect system D” can be selected, and is classified into the “effect system D”. The production pattern is the production pattern with the least power consumption.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of FIG. 30, next, in step 2564, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S, based on the determined effect pattern, the effect image reproduction timing, the movable body accessory operation timing, the illumination lamp lighting / Flashing operation timing (in this example, only the three types of timing are illustrated, but not limited to this, for example, audio playback timing, so-called sub input button pressing timing, etc.) may be included, and Execution content (if it is an effect image, for example, the image reproduction content of “effect image A-5”) is temporarily stored (set) in the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2512). To do.

  Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2600 in FIG. First, in step 2602, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2602, in step 2604, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the symbol content determination flag. Next, in step 2606, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the symbol changing flag. Next, in step 2609, the CPUSC of the sub control board S starts the drawing variation time management timer SM21t, and proceeds to step 2610. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2602, the process proceeds to step 2610.

  Next, in step 2610, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2610, in step 2611, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S checks the timer value of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2612, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the decorative symbol variation start timing has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2612, in step 2614, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets a decorative symbol variation display command (transmitted to the sub sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, the process proceeds to step 2636.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2612, in step 2616, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the decorative symbol stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2616, in step 2618, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the stop display command (temporary stop display command) of the decorative design (the sub sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). The process proceeds to step 2636.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2616, whether or not the CPUSC of the sub control board S has reached the preview image or reach image display timing based on the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub control board S in step 2620. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 2620, in step 2622, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets an image display command related to the timing (transmitted to the sub sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, the process proceeds to step 2636. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2620, the process proceeds to step 2636.

  Next, in step 2636, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the main game symbol has stopped. In the case of Yes in step 2636, in step 2638, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets a decoration symbol stop display command (deterministic display command) (transmits it to the sub sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). To do). Next, in step 2640, the CPUSC of the sub control board S stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time timer. Next, in step 2644, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the symbol changing flag, and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2900). Note that if the answer is No in step 2610 or step 2636, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 2900). As described above, the present embodiment is configured to determine that the non-game period has started when the main game symbol is stopped and there is no hold.

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2900 in FIG. First, in step 2902, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the special gaming flag is OFF. If Yes in step 2902, in step 2904, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2904, in step 2912, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the special gaming flag. Next, in step 2914, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sends a command related to the big hit start display on the effect display device SG (transmitted to the sub sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Set (appropriately based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2915, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the special gaming effect mode in the sub-side gaming state type, and proceeds to step 2916. Note that if the result in Step 2902 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2916. Next, in step 2916, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets a command for sequentially displaying the number of rounds and the number of winning prizes (transmitted to the sub sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). To do.

  Next, in step 2926, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command is received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2926, in step 2928, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets a command relating to the jackpot end display (sent to the sub sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). . Next, in step 2930, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the special gaming flag, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 3100). Note that if the answer is No in step 2904 or step 2926, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 3100).

  Next, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of background image display processing according to the subroutine of step 3100 in FIG. First, in step 3102, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the current gaming state has shifted from the non-time-saving gaming state to the time-saving gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 3102, in step 3104, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the time reduction effect mode to the sub side gaming state type. Next, in step 3106, the CPUSC of the sub control board S displays the background image for the time-saving effect mode on the effect display device SG, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 3200). On the other hand, if No in step 3102, in step 3108, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the current gaming state has shifted from the time-reduced gaming state to the non-time-reduced gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 3108, in step 3110, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the normal effect mode as the sub game state type. Next, in step 3112, the CPUSC of the sub control board S displays the background image for the normal effect mode on the effect display device SG, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 3200). Even in the case of No in step 3108, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 3200).

  Next, FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the illumination lamp operation control process according to the subroutine of step 3200 in FIG. In step 3202, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not an error leaving instruction command has been received from the main side. If YES in step 3202, in step 3204, the CPUSC of the sub control board S acquires the type of error that occurred (in this example, a door opening error, a pan full error, a vibration detection error, or an illegal radio wave detection error). To do. Next, in step 3210, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the lighting pattern and the lighting luminance based on the error type and the current light amount level (in this example, large / medium / small) (lighting table 1). The determined content is temporarily stored (set) in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. Next, in step 3212, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the error lighting operation in-progress flag, and proceeds to step 3214.

  Next, in step 3214, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the error lighting operation in progress flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3214, the CPUSC of the sub control board S in step 3216 determines a predetermined illumination lamp (for example, based on the lighting pattern and the lighting brightness temporarily stored (set) in the RAM area of the sub control board S. Then, a lighting operation of a predetermined part of the game effect lamp D26 is executed. Next, in step 3218, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not an error neglect cancellation command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 3218, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the error lighting operation in progress flag in step 3220, and proceeds to step 3222. Note that if the answer is No in step 3214 or step 3218, the process proceeds to step 3222.

  Next, in step 3222, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the error illumination operation flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 3222, in step 3224, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the effect lighting operation permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3224, in step 3226, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the effect lighting operation permission flag. Next, in step 3228, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the lighting pattern and the lighting brightness based on the production system and the current light amount level (see the lighting table 2), and the RAM area of the sub control board S. Temporarily store (set). Next, in step 3230, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the effect lighting operation in-progress flag, and proceeds to step 3232. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 3224, the process proceeds to step 3232.

  Next, in step 3232, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the effect lighting operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3232, the CPUSC of the sub control board S in step 3234 turns on a predetermined lighting lamp based on the lighting pattern and the lighting brightness temporarily stored (set) in the RAM area of the sub control board S. Execute. Next, in step 3236, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not all scheduled lighting operations have been completed. In the case of Yes in step 3236, in step 3238, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the effect lighting operation flag, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 3250).

  In the case of No in step 3232, in step 3240, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the effect operation execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 3240, in step 3242, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the lighting pattern and the lighting luminance based on the current sub-side gaming state type and light amount level (see the lighting table 3), The determined contents are temporarily stored (set) in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. Next, in 3244, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a predetermined lighting lamp lighting operation based on the lighting pattern and lighting luminance temporarily stored (set) in the RAM area of the sub control board S. The process proceeds to (the process of step 3250). In addition, also when it is No in step 3222, step 3236, or step 3240, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 3250).

  Next, FIG. 36 is an example of a reference table for determining an illumination lamp lighting pattern according to this example. First, the illumination table 1 is an illumination table that is referred to when an error occurs. As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the lighting pattern of the illumination lamp is configured so that the lighting period → the extinguishing period is one cycle, and the one cycle is repeated a predetermined number of times (including the case where the number of times is not limited). Yes. Further, the brightness of the illumination lamp during the lighting period is determined based on any one of a predetermined number of stages (in this example, 10 stages) (in this example, the brightness of the illumination lamp is brightness 1 < The luminance is increased in the order of 2 <... << brightness 10). In addition, the lighting pattern and brightness | luminance of the said illumination lamp are comprised so that it may differ for every kind of error, and the present light quantity level. In this example, the lighting brightness (and lighting pattern) of the illumination lamp can be different depending on the set light level even when an error occurs. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and is set when an error occurs. The illumination lamp may be lit at a constant lighting brightness (and lighting pattern) at all times regardless of the light amount level.

  Next, the illumination table 2 is an illumination table that is referred to during the production operation. As shown in this example, the configuration related to the lighting pattern and brightness of the electrical lamp is the same as the configuration in the electrical table 1. Moreover, the lighting pattern and brightness | luminance of the said electrical decoration lamp are comprised so that it may differ for every production system and the present light quantity level.

  Next, the illumination table 3 is an illumination table that is referred to when the gaming state is notified. As shown in this example, the configuration related to the lighting pattern and brightness of the electrical lamp is the same as the configuration in the electrical table 1. Moreover, the lighting pattern and brightness | luminance of the said illumination lamp are comprised so that it may differ for every sub side game state classification and the present light quantity level.

  In the present embodiment, the lighting pattern and lighting brightness of the electric lamp can be different due to the difference in the light amount level, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the light amount level is different. The lighting pattern of the illumination lamp is not different, and only the illumination brightness of the illumination lamp may be different. Further, in the present embodiment, the lighting pattern of the illumination lamp and the lighting luminance at the time of error occurrence can be different due to the difference in the light amount level, but the present invention is not limited to this. May be configured to determine the lighting pattern and lighting brightness of the illumination lamp based only on the type of error that occurred regardless of the light level, or when an error occurs regardless of the type of error that occurred The lighting pattern of the electric lamp may always be a predetermined pattern, and the lighting luminance of the electric lamp may be a predetermined luminance.

  Next, FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the volume control processing according to the subroutine of step 3250 in FIG. First, in step 3252, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the sound volume determination timing (for example, at the start of big hit, at the start of fluctuation, at the start of the standby demonstration screen, at the time of determining the volume switch change, or at the time of determining the volume level change). ). In the case of Yes in step 3252, in step 3254, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not an error notification instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 3254, in step 3256, the CPUSC of the sub control board S acquires the type of error that has occurred. Next, in step 3258, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the volume based on the type of error and the volume switch status (refer to the error volume determination table), and the determined contents are stored in the RAM area of the sub control board S. Is temporarily stored (set), and the process proceeds to step 3262.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 3254, in step 3260, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the output volume based on the volume switch status and the determined volume level (see the non-error volume determination table). The determined contents are temporarily stored (set) in the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and the process proceeds to Step 3262. Note that if the result is No in step 3252, the process proceeds to step 3262. Next, in step 3262, the CPUSC of the sub control board S outputs a sound based on the determined (set) volume, and proceeds to the next processing (step 2999).

  Next, FIG. 38 (non-error-time volume determination table) is an example of a table for determining the volume output from the gaming machine at the time of non-error in the gaming machine according to the present example. The volume level according to the present example is set to five levels of level 1 to level 5, and is configured to be set by the player determining the volume level. Further, the volume switch is set in three levels, large, medium, and small, and is configured so that only the administrator can set it (for example, it cannot be changed without opening the door D18). In this example, the maximum volume (dB) output from the gaming machine is determined by the volume level and the volume switch. For example, when the volume level is set to “level 3” and the volume switch is set to “medium”, the maximum output volume dB is “95 dB”. When the volume switch is “low” and the volume level is “level 1” or “level 2”, or in the demo screen mode, the volume is fixed at “1” which is the minimum volume value. The In addition, the volume corresponding to the volume level is the same when the volume switch is “high” and when the volume switch is “medium” (the volume is the same when the volume level is the same). ) With this configuration, since the volume varies depending on the type of sound to be output, the maximum value of the volume is the same, and only the minimum value of the volume (volume level 1 and volume level 2 when the volume switch is “low”) ) Can be adjusted so that the volume level does not vary for each product number.

  Next, FIG. 38 (error volume determination table) is an example of a table for determining the volume output from the gaming machine at the time of error in the gaming machine according to this example. Note that the volume at the time of error is configured so that the player cannot be set (it is determined regardless of the volume level) and can be set by operating a volume switch that can only be operated by the administrator. ing. Note that the horizontal axis shows error modes (in this example, a door opening error, a pan full error, a vibration detection error, and an illegal radio wave detection error are illustrated). The maximum volume (dB) output from the gaming machine is determined by the volume switch on the vertical axis. For example, when the error type is “vibration detection error” and the volume switch is set to “small”, the maximum output volume dB is “78 dB”. The unauthorized radio wave detection error is a high-risk error, and is always fixed at “95 dB” which is the maximum volume regardless of the volume level setting as well as the volume switch setting. With this configuration, the volume level for notifying an error of the gaming machine cannot be customized by the player, and the maximum volume is always set for illegal radio wave detection errors, which are particularly high-risk errors. It is configured to be output at. In the present embodiment, the volume at the time of error occurrence is determined based on the type of error that occurred and the status of the volume switch. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and regardless of the status of the volume switch. However, it may be configured to differ only depending on the type of error that has occurred, or may be configured to always have the maximum volume when an error occurs, regardless of the type of error that has occurred and the status of the volume switch.

  With the configuration as described above, in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, the player operates the operation member without operating the operation members (sub-input button SB, cross key SB-2, lever SB-3). It is configured so that the same effects as those performed are performed (automatic button input is performed), and the settings relating to the volume, the settings relating to the light quantity, and the automatic button operation settings can be changed. In addition, as a change mode of the setting relating to the light amount and the automatic button operation setting, an element that can be changed by the player and an element that can be changed only by the administrator are provided, and a changeable situation or an unchangeable situation (button effect) Medium) and different ways of changing (non-gaming and in-game), allowing users to customize gaming machines according to the player's preferences without sacrificing gaming, and is user-friendly and interesting It can be a high gaming machine.

(Second Embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment, as the items that can be set only by the administrator, it is configured to be able to set whether to enable the volume adjustment function, the setting of the power saving mode, etc. Items that can be set are not limited to this. Therefore, a configuration having items that can be set only by an administrator, which is different from the present embodiment, will be described as a second embodiment, and only differences from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 39 is a flowchart of the error detection time process according to Step 1050 of FIG. 5 in the second embodiment. The difference from this embodiment is step 1070 (second), that is, after the CPUMC of the main control board M sets an error notification instruction command in step 1056, the main control board is set in step 1070 (second). The M CPUMC determines whether or not the error detected in step 1052 is an error that prohibits the game. In the case of Yes in step 1070 (second), the process shifts to the game prohibited state in step 1058 and shifts to the next process (the process of step 1100). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1070 (second), the process shifts to the next process (the process of step 1100) without shifting to the game prohibited state. Examples of errors that are prohibited in pachinko gaming machines include vibration detection errors (errors indicating excessive vibration or shock applied to pachinko gaming machines), illegal radio wave detection errors (external pachinko gaming machines are external) As an example of an error that does not prohibit gaming in a pachinko gaming machine, a door opening error (an error indicating that the front frame D14 is in an open state), The tray full tank error (error indicating that the upper ball tray D20 and the lower ball tray D22 are filled with game balls).

  Next, FIG. 40 is a flowchart on the sub-main control unit SM side in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 3300 (second), that is, the repetitive processing routine of the sub main control unit SM is executed, and in step 3300 (second), the sub control board S is described later. The error display control process is executed, and the process proceeds to Step 2200.

  Next, FIG. 41 is a flowchart of the error display control process according to Step 3300 (second) of FIG. 40 in the second embodiment. First, in step 3302, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not an error notification instruction command from the main control board M side has been received. In the case of Yes in step 3302, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes error notification based on the type of error detected by the main control board M in step 3304. Next, in step 3306, the CPUSC of the sub control board S outputs an error sound based on the detected error type, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2200).

  If NO in step 3302, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines in step 3308 whether or not an error notification cancel command from the main control board M side has been received. In the case of Yes in step 3308, in step 3310, the CPUSC of the sub control board S ends the error notification that has been executed. Next, in step 3312, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S ends the output of the error sound that has been executed, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 2200). Also in the case of No in step 3308, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2200).

  Next, FIG. 42 is a flowchart of the management operation control process according to Step 2050 of FIG. 40 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 2074 (second) and step 3400 (second), that is, in step 2068, the sub input button SB is operated while “setting of power saving mode” is selected. If it is determined that there is not, in step 2074 (second), the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the sub input button has been operated while “sound table setting” is selected. In the case of Yes in step 2074 (second), in step 3400 (second), the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a sound table switching control process, which will be described later, and the next process {step 3300 (second) Process}. If NO in step 2074 (second), a management menu screen is displayed in step 2070 based on the operation of the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2. In this example, the display condition of the management menu screen is to turn on the power while pressing the RAM clear button (turn on the power switch Ea). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the cross key SB is used. There is no problem as long as at least one operation of the operation member that can be operated only by the administrator is included, such as turning on the power switch Ea while pressing the up button of -2. The operation members that can be operated only by the administrator, that is, the operation members that cannot be operated by the player are a power switch Ea, a RAM clear button, and the like.

  Next, FIG. 43 is a flowchart of the sound table switching control process according to Step 3400 (second) of FIG. 42 in the second embodiment. First, in step 3402, the CPUSC of the sub control board S deletes the management menu screen and displays the actual device setting screen on the forefront of the display area SG10. Next, in step 3404, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines a sound table to be referred to based on the operation of the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2. Next, in step 3406, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the sound table to be referred to is the sound table A. In the case of Yes in step 3406, in step 3408, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets the sound table A as a sound table to be referred to during the game, and proceeds to the next process {step 3300 (second) process}. To do.

  If No in step 3406, in other words, if the sound table to be referred to is determined as sound table B, in step 3410, the CPUSC of the sub control board S selects the sound table B as the sound table to be referenced during the game. set. Next, in step 3412, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes display indicating that the sound table B is set on the effect display device SG, and proceeds to the next process {step 3300 (second) process}. Transition. Note that the display may be configured to be displayed at, for example, a corner of the display area SG10 in order not to disturb display such as an effect display related to the game result. As described above, in the second embodiment, since the sound table B is a table that includes a sound for which a usage fee is generated, when the set sound table is the sound table B, an effect display device is provided. The SG is configured to display that the sound table B is set. In addition, it is possible to confirm that the sound table A is set because the display indicating that the sound table B is set is not executed on the effect display device SG. In addition, the aspect which displays the set sound table is not limited to the thing of this example, Even when the sound table A is set, the sound table A is set in the effect display device. You may comprise so that it may display, and you may comprise so that the sound table A and the sound table B are set may be displayed with 7 segment LED, a lamp | ramp, etc. instead of effect display apparatus SG.

  Next, FIG. 44 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to Step 2600 of FIG. 40 in the second embodiment. The difference from this embodiment is step 2649 (second), that is, after confirming the timer value of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t in step 2611, in step 2649 (second), the sub-control board. The CPUSC of S outputs the decorative symbol fluctuation sound, and proceeds to step 2612.

  Next, FIG. 45 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process according to Step 2900 of FIG. 40 in the second embodiment. The difference from this embodiment is step 2932 (second), step 2934 (second), step 2936 (second), and step 2938 (second), that is, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S in step 2904. When the special game start display instruction command is received, in step 2932 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the big hit during the big hit based on the big hit symbol and the big hit game state. Next, at step 2934 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S refers to the set sound table based on the determined big hit / medium effect type, and hits the big hit / medium sound (during the big hit) Determine the output sound) and output it. Here, the upper right part of the figure is an example of a big hit effect type determination table. As shown in the table, in the second embodiment, the big hit effect type is determined based on the big hit symbol and the gaming state at the time of the big hit (the gaming state during execution of the symbol variation related to the big hit symbol). It is configured as follows. By configuring in this way, even when the same jackpot is executed, it is possible to execute the jackpot effect according to the game situation.

  Next, in step 2912, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the special gaming flag. Next, in step 2936 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a big hit start display based on the output big hit sound, and proceeds to step 2915. Also, after the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the special gaming effect mode in the sub-side game state type in step 2915, or in step 2902, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines that the special game flag is on. In this case, in step 2938 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a big hit effect based on the output big hit sound, and proceeds to step 2916. Here, the middle right part of the figure is an example of a big hit effect / sound determination table. As shown in this table, in the second embodiment, if the type of big hit is different, the big hit effect may be different, but the big hit is different even if the set sound table is different. The production is configured not to differ. That is, it is configured such that an effect in an effect mode that does not give a sense of incongruity even when different sounds are output is executed as a big hit effect (a specific effect mode will be described later). For example, in the case of the big hit performance type is a normal big hit, regardless of whether the set sound table is the sound table A or the sound table B, the big hit effect is usually configured to be a big hit A. Yes.

  Next, FIG. 46 is an example of a sound table A in the second embodiment, and FIG. 47 is an example of a sound table B in the second embodiment. First, the sound table A will be described in detail. When the management menu screen is set (set) so as to refer to the sound table A, a sound usage fee is not generated. Specifically, as shown in the figure, the sound that can be output in the state where the sound table A is set does not include the sound that generates a usage fee, and the sound of the sound table B described later. Sounds that are different from the above are the jackpot sound A without usage fee, the jackpot sound B without usage fee, the jackpot sound C without usage fee, the jackpot sound D without usage fee, and the jackpot sound E without usage fee, all of the usage fee The sound does not occur. Also, the sound that is different from the sound of the sound table B, the jackpot sound A without usage fee, the jackpot sound B without usage fee, the jackpot sound C without usage fee, the jackpot sound D without usage fee, the jackpot sound E without usage fee, All sounds are played during the big hit.

  Next, the sound table B will be described in detail. When the management menu screen is set (set) to refer to the sound table B, a sound usage fee is generated. Specifically, as shown in the figure, the sound that can be output in the situation where the sound table B is set includes the sound that generates a usage fee. The different sounds are: jackpot sound A with usage fee, jackpot sound B with usage fee, jackpot sound C with usage fee, sound jackpot sound D with usage fee, sound jackpot sound E with usage fee, all generating usage fee It has become a sound. In this way, the usage fee is generated when one of the sound tables including the sound that generates the usage fee is included in the table. In addition, the sound of the sound table A is different from the sound of the sound table A, the use of jackpot sound A, the use of jackpot sound B, the use of jackpot sound C, the use of jackpot sound C, the use of jackpot sound D, the use of jackpot sound E, All sounds are played during the big hit.

  Next, the characteristic configuration of the sound table A and the sound table B will be described in detail. Sound used when an error occurs (error sound), magnetic error detection sound, vibration error detection sound (with warning sound), vibration error detection sound (without warning sound), winning sound detection sound when closing the grand prize opening, disconnection / Both the sound table A and the sound table B have a short circuit error detection sound, a discharge ball abnormality detection sound, a radio wave error detection sound, a winning error detection sound, a communication line abnormality detection sound, and a game ball retention detection sound. On the other hand, the sound that is not used when an error occurs is the sound that only sound table A has (sound without jackpot sound A, etc.), or the sound that only sound table B has (sound jackpot sound with usage fee) A, etc.) are provided. The magnetic error detection sound is a sound that is output when the pachinko gaming machine detects illegal magnetism from the outside, and the vibration error detection sound is a sound that is output when the above-described vibration detection error occurs. The winning detection sound at the closing of the grand prize opening is when the entry of a game ball is detected even though the grand prize opening (the first big prize opening C10 and the second big prize opening C20) is closed. The disconnection / short circuit error detection sound is output when the occurrence of disconnection / short circuit is detected, and the discharge ball abnormality detection sound is a game to a predetermined entrance. This is the sound that is output when it is determined that the number of incoming balls and the number of discharged balls are not consistent, and the radio wave error detection sound is the sound that is output when the aforementioned illegal radio wave detection error occurs. Yes, winning error detection sound is game This is a sound that is output when an abnormal game ball is detected, such as when a predetermined number of game balls have entered the entrance, which should not be entered in progress The line abnormality detection sound is a sound that is output when the communication line is not functioning normally, and the game ball stay detection sound is a sound that is output when the game ball is staying at a predetermined entrance. It has become. With this configuration, the error sound generated when normal game progression is not being executed is configured to always have the same sound mode even if the selected sound table is different. It can be configured so that an administrator or an administrator can easily detect that an error has occurred (when a sound is heard, it is easy to detect an error sound). In addition, in the sound table B in FIG. 47, there is a usage fee for the jackpot sound A with usage fee, the jackpot sound B with usage fee, the jackpot sound C with usage fee, the jackpot sound D with usage fee, and the jackpot sound E with usage fee. When the sound table B, which is a table including the sound for which the usage fee is generated, is set, the usage fee is used regardless of whether or not the sound for which the usage fee is actually generated is reproduced. Is configured to occur. In addition, “use fee is generated” means, for example, that the manager of the amusement hall needs to pay a fee when using the jackpot sound with the use fee to the right holder related to the jackpot sound with the use fee. is there. In addition, in the sound table A in FIG. 46, there is a usage fee for the jackpot sound A without usage fee, the jackpot sound B without usage fee, the jackpot sound C without usage fee, the jackpot sound D without usage fee, and the jackpot sound E without usage fee. In other words, the sound table A does not include a sound that generates a usage fee. Therefore, when the sound table A is set, the usage fee is not generated. With this configuration, the manager can select whether to set the sound table B and pay the usage fee, or to set the sound table A and not pay the usage fee.

  In addition, the sound table A and the sound table B are all sounds that are reproduced in stereo. In other words, the sound table A and the sound table B are different in at least one or more selection candidates for sound to be reproduced in stereo. Stereo reproduction means recording using a plurality of microphones and reproduction using two left and right speakers, and monaural reproduction means recording and reproduction of sound on a single channel. Therefore, since the sound for which the usage fee is generated is desirably a powerful sound mode, the stereo reproduction is more preferable than the monaural reproduction. Moreover, in the sound table A and the sound table B, the average values of the reproduction times of the sounds that are different from each other (the jackpot sounds A to E without usage fees and the jackpot sounds A to E with usage fees) are It is longer than the average playback time of the same sound on the table. In addition, when compared only with the sound table A, the average playback time of the sound that is different from the sound table B (unused jackpot sounds A to E) is the same as that of the sound table B. The playback time is longer than the average value. Similarly, for sound table B, the average playback time of sounds different from sound table A (sounds with use charges jackpot sounds A to E) is the same as that of sound table A. It is longer than the average value of.

  Next, FIG. 48 is a management menu screen display image diagram 2 in the second embodiment. In the figure, a method of setting a sound table on the management menu screen is illustrated. First, as shown on the left in the figure, when the power is turned on while pressing the RAM clear button in the power-off state, a management menu screen is displayed. While the management menu screen is being displayed, the cursor is moved with the up and down buttons of the cross key SB-2, and the sub input button SB is operated for determination. After that, when the management menu screen is displayed, the cross key SB-2 is operated to move the cursor to "Sound table setting" and the sub input button SB is selected to determine the sound table. The setting screen is displayed, and the sound table A is set by moving the cursor to the sound table A with the left and right buttons of the cross key SB-2 and operating the sub input button SB. Even if the sub input button SB is operated after the cursor is moved to the sound table A with the sound table A set, the set table remains the sound table A. Further, even if the sub input button SB is operated after the cursor is moved to the sound table B with the sound table B being set, the set table remains the sound table B.

  Next, FIG. 49 is a big hit effect image diagram 1 in the second embodiment. First, the upper part of the figure is an example in which the big hit effect is executed when the sound table A is set. In the figure, the big hit sound is “no-use big hit sound A”, and The case where the performance during the big hit is “normal big hit A” is illustrated. First, as shown in the upper left of the figure, the first round of a big hit is started, “normal hit A” is started as a big hit effect, and “no-use big hit sound A” is output as a big hit sound. Be started. Incidentally, the playback time of “Large hit sound A without usage fee” is 140000 ms. Thereafter, during the execution of the second round at a certain jackpot, the playback time of “no-use jackpot sound A” elapses, and the playback of “no-use jackpot sound A” is started again. Thus, in this example, the big hit sound is configured to continue to be played in a loop until the big hit ends (or until a predetermined timing during the big hit). After that, the third round at a certain jackpot will be executed. Next, the lower part of the figure is an example in which a big hit effect is executed when the sound table B is set. In the figure, the big hit sound is “a big hit sound A with usage fee”, and The case where the effect during the big hit is “normal big hit A” is illustrated. As shown in the figure, the sound output is different between the case where the sound table A in the upper part of the figure is set and the case where the sound table B is set. The performance during the big hit is the same. As described above, in the second embodiment, the sound table to be set is the sound table A and the sound table B. In other words, the sound table to be set is a sound table that generates a usage fee. In the case where the sound table does not generate a usage fee, the data volume used for the big hit effect can be reduced by making the big hit effect as a common effect. In addition, for the player, regardless of which sound table is set, the player can enjoy the effect during the big hit without any sense of incongruity. In the second embodiment, even when the set sound tables are different, the period during which a common effect is executed is a big hit. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an effect executed during symbol variation Even if the set sound table is different even during the execution period of the sound or the execution period of a specific effect (super reach effect, etc.), the output sound is different, but the executed effect is the same You may comprise.

  By configuring as described above, in the gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the sound table set on the management menu screen that can be operated only by the administrator can be changed, and one of the sound tables can be changed. By configuring so that the usage fee is incurred when it is set and the usage fee is not incurred when the other sound table is set, the administrator can set the sound table that generates the usage fee or Whether or not to set a sound table that does not occur can be determined according to its own preferences and playground policy. In addition, when the set sound table is different, the sound output during the big hit may be different, but the data volume used for the big hit is reduced by configuring the big hit during the same effect. Will be able to.

(Modification 1 from the second embodiment)
Here, in the second embodiment, when the set sound tables are different, the sound output during the big hit may be different, but the effect during the big hit is configured to be the same. In this case, since a common effect is executed for a plurality of types of sound that can be output during a big hit, there is a possibility that a sense of incongruity may occur between the big hit and the sound. Therefore, a configuration that has a plurality of sound tables and that does not cause a sense of incongruity between the performance and sound during the big hit is referred to as a modified example 1 from the second embodiment. Only the changes will be described in detail.

  First, FIG. 50 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process according to Step 2900 of FIG. 40 in Modification 1 from the second embodiment. Changes from the second embodiment are step 2934 (second modification 1), step 2936 (second modification 1) and step 2938 (second modification 1), that is, sub-control in step 2932 (second). After the CPUSC of the board S determines the effect type during the big hit, in step 2934 (second variation 1), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S refers to the set sound table based on the effect type during the big hit, The sound for the big hit is determined, and the sound for the determined big hit is output. Next, in step 2912, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the special gaming flag. Next, in step 2936 (second variation 1), the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines and executes the big hit start display for the current big hit based on the output big hit middle sound, and proceeds to step 2915. . Also, after the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the special game effect mode in step 2915 or when the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines in step 2902 that the special game flag is on, step 2938 ( In the second variation 1), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the big hit effect during the big hit sound, outputs the determined big hit effect, and proceeds to step 2916. Here, the middle right part of the figure is a big hit / production / sound determination table in the first modification from the second embodiment. The change from the second embodiment is that the big hit performance is determined based on the set sound table and the big hit performance type. For example, in the case where the big hit performance type is a normal big hit. When the set sound table is the sound table A, the big hit effect is usually a big hit A, and when the set sound table is the sound table B, the big hit effect is usually a big hit B. Due to the difference in sound table, even when the type of effect during the big hit is the same, the effect during the big hit executed is different. If the sound output during the big hit is different, the tempo, tune, etc. will also be different, and the same production will inevitably give a sense of discomfort. Therefore, as in the first modification from the second embodiment, when the output sound is different, it is suitable for the sound being output at that time by configuring so that the big hit performance during execution is also different. It will be possible to perform the production during the big hit.

  Next, FIG. 51 is an example of a sound table A in the first modification from the second embodiment, and FIG. 52 is an example of the sound table B in the first modification from the second embodiment. The change from the second embodiment is the kind of sound that is different between the sound table A and the sound table B. Specifically, the sound table A is output during a big hit when the sound table A is set. As a sound, there is no use fee jackpot sound F, no use fee jackpot sound G, no use fee jackpot sound H, no use fee jackpot sound J, no use fee jackpot sound K, while sound table B is set As a sound that is output during the jackpot, the jackpot sound F with usage fee, the jackpot sound G with usage fee, the jackpot sound H with usage fee, the jackpot sound J with usage fee, the jackpot sound K with usage fee, and so on It has become. Further, unlike the second embodiment, the playback time can be different between the above-mentioned jackpot sound without usage fee and the jackpot sound with usage fee. For example, while the playback time of the jackpot sound F without usage fee is 140000 ms, the playback time of the jackpot sound F with usage fee is 165000 ms, so that the corresponding jackpot sound (reproduced with the same jackpot effect type) The playback time of the sound will be different.

  Next, FIG. 53 is a big hit effect image 2 in the first modification from the second embodiment. First, the upper part of the figure is an example in which a big hit effect is executed when the sound table A is set. In the figure, the big hit sound is “no-use big hit sound F”, and The case where the performance during the big hit is “normal big hit A” is illustrated. First, as shown in the upper left of the figure, the first round of a big hit is started, “normal big hit A” is started as a big hit middle production, and “no-use big hit sound F” is output as a big hit middle sound. Be started. Note that the playback time of “Large hit sound F without usage fee” is 140000 ms. After that, during the execution of the second round at a certain jackpot, the playback time of “no-use jackpot sound F” elapses and the “no-use jackpot sound F” playback starts again. Thus, in this example, the big hit sound is configured to continue to be played in a loop until the big hit ends (or until a predetermined timing during the big hit). After that, the third round at a certain jackpot will be executed. Next, the lower part of the figure is an example in which the big hit effect is executed when the sound table B is set. In the same figure, the big hit sound is “a big hit sound F with usage fee”, and The case where the effect during the big hit is “normal big hit B” is illustrated. As shown in the figure, the sound output is different between the case where the sound table A in the upper part of the figure is set and the case where the sound table B is set. The production is also different. Specifically, first, as shown in the lower left of the figure, the first round of a big hit is started, and “normal big hit B” is started as a big hit middle performance, and “big hit with a use fee” is given as a big hit middle sound. The output of “Sound F” is started. It should be noted that the playback time of “Big hit sound F with usage fee” is 165000 ms, which is different from the playback time of “Big hit sound F without usage fee”. After that, during the execution of the second round at a certain jackpot, the playback time of the “bonus sound F with usage fee” elapses (different from the timing when the playback time of the jackpot sound F without usage fee elapses), The reproduction of “Large hit sound F with usage fee” is started again. After that, the third round at a certain jackpot will be executed. Thus, in the first modification from the second embodiment, when the sound table to be set is the sound table A and when the sound table B is used, in other words, a usage fee is generated for the sound table to be set. By configuring the sound table and the sound table that does not generate a usage fee so that the effect during the big hit is different, it is possible to execute the effect according to the sound being output, There is no sense of incongruity when viewing the production. Also, when creating a big hit effect, since it is not necessary to consider the BPM and playback time of a plurality of types of sounds that can be executed, the degree of freedom in creating the big hit effect is improved. In addition, in the first modification from the second embodiment, the period of applying the configuration that varies the production according to the set sound table is set to be a big hit, but this is not limited to this, and the pattern is changing Also in the execution period of the effect to be executed, the execution period of the specific effect (super reach effect, etc.), etc., a configuration in which the effect is different according to the set sound table may be applied.

  By configuring as described above, in the gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment, the sound table set on the management menu screen that can be operated only by the administrator can be changed, When one sound table is set, the usage fee is incurred, and when the other sound table is set, the usage fee is not generated, so the administrator sets the sound table that generates the usage fee. It is possible to decide whether to set a sound table that does not generate a usage fee according to its own preferences and game room policy. In addition, when the set sound table is different, the sound output during the big hit is different, and the effect during the big hit is also different, thereby executing the production according to the output sound. And the player does not feel uncomfortable when the player visually recognizes the performance.

  In the first modification from the second embodiment, the set sound table is different, so that the effect mode of the big hit effect as the effect executed in a specific period (in this example, during the special game) However, the effects that may be different in the specific period are not limited to the effects during the big hit. In other words, what is different when the set sound table is different is not limited to the effect displayed on the effect display device SG. You may comprise so that the operation | movement aspect of the thing YK may differ. Specifically, when the sound table A is set, the driving range, driving distance, and driving tempo of the movable object YK that is a big hit (if it moves according to the sound being played, the tempo of the sound to be played is When the sound table B is set, the driving range, the driving distance, and the driving tempo of the jackpot moving body accessory YK when the sound table B is set are different. It may be configured. In addition, you may comprise so that both the display mode of the production | presentation in the production | presentation display apparatus SG and the operation | movement aspect of the movable body accessory YK may differ because the set sound table differs. Any of the display mode of the effect and the operation mode of the movable body accessory YK may be different.

(Third embodiment)
Here, in the second embodiment and the modified example 1 from the second embodiment, the sound table set on the management menu screen that can be operated only by the administrator can be changed, and one of the sound tables is set. If the other sound table is set, it is configured so that no usage fee is generated, and the sound table where the usage fee is generated and the sound table where no usage fee is generated Although the configuration is such that the reproduced sounds are different, the period in which the different sounds are reproduced in the two tables is not limited to the configuration of the second embodiment or the modified example 1 from the second embodiment. Therefore, a configuration that can change the sound table set on the management menu screen that can be operated only by an administrator, which is different from the second embodiment and the first modification from the second embodiment, is the third embodiment. Hereinafter, only differences from the second embodiment will be described in detail.

  Note that the gaming machine according to the third embodiment includes a power-on timer SM26t that counts the elapsed time from power-on to the gaming machine (for example, clocks by adding an interrupt period value for each interrupt process), and a built-in power supply And a real-time clock RTC that keeps counting the current time.

  First, FIG. 54 is an electrical schematic configuration diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. In the figure, only differences from the second embodiment will be described in detail. First, in the main control board M, the prize ball payout control board KH, the sub main control unit SM, and the sub sub control unit SS, a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, a ROM that stores programs that prescribe the arithmetic processes of the CPU, and a CPU In addition to RAM that temporarily stores data handled by the game (various data generated during games, computer programs read from ROM, etc.), a backup area (and backup power supply for holding information when power is interrupted) ) Is installed. The sub-main control unit SM has a real-time clock RTC that keeps counting the current time with a built-in power supply.

  Here, the real time clock RTC is a mechanism for measuring time provided on the base of the sub-main control unit SM. The real-time clock RTC has a built-in power supply (battery) that is independent from the base, and keeps timing while power is not being supplied to the gaming machine, so the date and time set at the time of factory shipment, etc. Based on the current date and time. However, the real-time clock RTC, like a general quartz clock, measures time by quartz vibration, and is affected by vibration, low temperature and high temperature, about 0.3 to 2.0 seconds per day. An error occurs. Therefore, in the third embodiment, the start timing of the scheduled presentation and the start period of the customer waiting demonstration, which will be described later, are measured not by the value of the real-time clock RTC but by the elapsed time from the power-on.

  Next, FIG. 55 is a main flowchart on the sub control board S side (particularly on the sub main control unit SM side) in the third embodiment. The difference from the second embodiment is that step 3350 (third), step 2008 (third), step 2009 (third), step 3400 (third), step 3450 (third) and step 2010 (third) ) To step 2018 (third), that is, in step 3350 (third), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes initial processing to be described later, and proceeds to step 2004. In addition, after executing the management operation control process described above in step 2050, in step 2008 (third), the CPUSC of the sub control board S permits timer interruption. Thereafter, the process proceeds to a loop process for repeatedly executing (f) which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit SM. Here, when (f) is executed, as shown in the process of (f) in the figure, first, in step 3400 (third), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S performs a scheduled presentation start determination process to be described later. Execute. Next, in step 3450 (third), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a scheduled effect display control process described later, and proceeds to step 2400.

  Next, the process of FIG. 5G is a timer interrupt process in the sub-main control unit SM. This is an interrupt process executed every interrupt period T (for example, 1 ms) after the timer interrupt is permitted by the process of step 2008 (third) described above. When this interrupt process is executed, step 2009 (first In 3), the CPUSC of the sub control board S adds 1 to the power-on timer SM26t (increments), and returns to the process executed immediately before the interrupt process. Note that this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. A “timer addition value” is provided, the interrupt cycle value T is added to the timer addition value for each timer interrupt, and the sub-main side in FIG. Within the routine (for example, immediately below step 2999), the timer addition value may be added to the power-on timer SM26t (at the same time, the timer addition value is cleared). In such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the value of the power-on timer SM26t from changing during the sub-main side routine of (f).

  Next, the process of (h) in the figure is a process at power interruption in the sub main control unit SM. The processing is executed when the power interruption signal is received from the main control board M side. First, in step 2010 (third), the CPUSC of the sub control board S refers to the real-time clock RTC, and the RTC value (current time). Is acquired (latched). Next, in step 2012 (third) to step 2016 (third), the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t, the acquired RTC value (RTC value at the time of power interruption), and the game start date. Information is stored in a power saving saving area (an area used for saving in the RAM area of the sub-control board S when power is cut off), and reserve power is supplied to the power saving saving area. Next, in step 2018 (third), the CPUSC of the sub control board S prohibits the timer interruption and shifts to a power interruption waiting loop.

  Next, FIG. 56 is a flowchart of initial processing relating to the subroutine of step 3350 (third) in FIG. First, in step 3352, the CPUSC of the sub control board S receives a RAM clear signal from the main control board M (a signal transmitted from the main control board M when the RAM clear is executed by operating the RAM clear button). It is determined whether or not it has been received. In the case of Yes in step 3352, in step 3362, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S stores information stored in the power saving save area (timer value of power-on timer SM26t, RTC value at power interruption, game start date information). ) Is cleared. Next, in step 3364, the CPUSC of the sub control board S refers to the real time clock RTC and acquires (latches) the RTC value. Next, in step 3366, the CPUSC of the sub control board S temporarily stores the acquired RTC value (particularly, date) in the RAM area of the sub control board S as game start date information. Next, in step 3368, the CPUSC of the sub control board S resets the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t (zero clear), and proceeds to step 3376 (third).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 3352, in step 3354, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether various information commands are received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 3354, in step 3356, the CPUSC of the sub control board S refers to the real time clock RTC and acquires (latches) the RTC value. Next, in step 3358, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S compares the acquired current RTC value with the power-off RTC value temporarily stored in the power-off save area, and the power-off time value ( For example, the current RTC value−the RTC value at the time of power interruption) is derived.

  Next, in step 3360, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the derived power interruption time value is less than a predetermined time (for example, 6 hours). In the case of Yes in step 3360, in step 3370, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S restores the information (particularly, the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t, game start date information) stored in the power-off save area. Next, in step 3372, the CPUSC of the sub control board S converts the unit of the derived power interruption time value into the same unit as the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t (for example, conversion from second to ms). Next, in step 3374, the CPUSC of the sub control board S adds the power interruption time value obtained by converting the unit to the value of the power-on timer SM26t, and proceeds to step 3376 (third). That is, when power is turned on again without the RAM clearing and the power interruption time value is less than the predetermined value, the elapsed time from the previous RAM clearing is counted. If No in step 3354, the process proceeds to step 3352, and the subsequent processes are waited until either the RAM clear signal or various information commands are received.

  On the other hand, if No in step 3360, that is, if the power interruption time is 6 hours or more, it is determined that the power interruption is a power interruption related to the closing of the game hall, and the process proceeds to step 3362 to clear the RAM. The same processing as when the power is turned on is executed. This example is merely an example, and is not limited thereto. For example, a switch for clearing information stored in the save area (power-on timer value, power-on RTC value, game start date information) Or by performing a predetermined operation on the gaming machine (for example, pressing and holding the sub input button SB with the door open, turning on the power while holding down the sub input button SB, etc.) The information stored in the memory may be cleared.

  Next, in step 3376 (third), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S backs up the information of the currently set sound table, and proceeds to the next process {step 2008 (third) process}. Here, the right part of the figure is a sound table backup image. As shown in the figure, the information to be backed up in step 3376 (third) is information related to the sound table set with the date information backed up. Since the information is backed up on the sub control board S side, the information is not erased even if the RAM is cleared on the main control board M side. Note that the backup method is not limited to this. For example, when the sound table B, which is a sound table for generating a usage fee, is set even once in a day, the set sound table for that day is set. May be configured to be backed up as a sound table B, or when the sound table B has been set for a predetermined time or more, the set sound table for that day is configured to be backed up as the sound table B. Also good. Further, since it is desirable that the backup history (information) can be confirmed only by the administrator, for example, the backup history (information) may be configured to be confirmed on the administrator menu screen described above.

  Next, FIG. 57 is a flowchart of the scheduled performance start determination process according to the subroutine of step 3400 (third) in FIG. First, in step 3402, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the scheduled performance execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 3402, in step 3403, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the currently set sound table is the sound table B. In other words, the currently set sound table has a usage fee. It is determined whether or not the sound table is generated. In the case of Yes in step 3403, in step 3404, the CPUSC of the sub control board S refers to the power-on timer SM26t and confirms the timer value. Next, in step 3406, the CPUSC of the sub control board S has a predetermined value (for example, 1 hour = a multiple of 3600000 ms, but may have a certain range). ). In the case of Yes in step 3406, in step 3408, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the scheduled performance execution flag. Next, in step 3410, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the scheduled production content with reference to the scheduled production content determination table based on the game start date information, and performs the next process {step 3450 (third) process. }. Note that, also in the case of No in step 3402, step 3403, or step 3406, the processing proceeds to the next processing {step 3450 (third) processing}. By configuring in this way, the scheduled performance is executed (the scheduled performance execution flag is turned on) every predetermined time (in this example, 1 hour = 3600000 ms). As described above, in the third embodiment, the music played during the execution of the scheduled production is a music for which a usage fee is generated, so that the scheduled presentation can be executed only when the sound table B is set. It is configured. In the third embodiment, when the sound table A is set, the scheduled presentation is not executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any sound table of the sound table A and the sound table B is used. Even if the sound table B is set, the scheduled performance is executed, and the music played in the scheduled performance when the sound table B is set is a music that generates a usage fee, while the sound table A is set. The music that is played in the scheduled production when it is played may be configured as a music that does not generate a usage fee. In addition, in such a configuration, the music that is played when the scheduled production is executed differs depending on the set sound table, but the displayed content of the production differs depending on the set sound table. (The contents of the effects may be different according to the music), or the same effects may be executed regardless of the set sound table.

  Here, the image on the right side of the figure is an example of a scheduled performance content determination table (an example in which the game room introduction date of the gaming machine is August 1, 2013). As shown in the figure, the contents displayed as the scheduled performance are determined by the game start date information {RTC value (date)}. For example, the scheduled performance contents can be switched every week from the date of introduction of the game hall, can be randomly determined from a plurality of candidates for the scheduled performance contents, or can be determined for a certain period (for example, New Year). doing. Note that this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be configured such that the effect of the gaming machine can be customized based on the game start date information, or a specific scheduled effect is selected on an arbitrary date. It may be configured so that it can be set. Further, in this example, the content of the scheduled performance is determined only by the game start date information (and a random number (not shown)). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the game state and game history (for example, the terminal is selected). It may be configured to be determined on the basis of information of a game history management system that stores and manages a player's game history on the server, or a game history such as the number of big hits and the number of fluctuations of the gaming machine { For example, even on the same date, it is configured so that the scheduled performance that can be executed in the normal gaming state and the probability variation gaming state is different, so that it is executed in the so-called latent probability variation time (in the probability variation gaming state and the non-time shortened gaming state) It is also possible to notify / suggest whether or not the game is in a probability-variable gaming state according to the scheduled performance contents}. Further, a plurality of candidates may be selected from the same table, and the player may determine a favorite scheduled performance from among the candidates. Further, in this example, the moving image and the sound are reproduced as the scheduled performance, but the present invention is not limited to this, and any effect such as an image, a sound, and an accessory may be used. In this example, the content of the scheduled performance is switched according to the game start date information. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the content of the regular performance may be switched (for example, the reach performance). More characters appearing in).

  Next, FIG. 58 is a flowchart of the scheduled effect display control process according to the subroutine of step 3450 (third) in FIG. First, in step 3452, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the scheduled performance execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3452, in step 3453, the CPUSC of the sub control board S divides the display area of the effect display device SG into the display area 1 and the display area 2. Next, in step 3454, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the scheduled production expansion display condition is satisfied.

  Here, the regular production expansion display condition is a condition for displaying the regular production in a large part of the display area SG10 (display area 1). For example, “not during special game (or during condition device operation)”, An example of the condition is “if the reach image is being displayed at the start of the scheduled performance, the reach image display is terminated”. That is, when a special game is being performed, the display related to the special game is displayed with priority over the scheduled performance. In addition, when the reach image is displayed at the timing of starting the scheduled performance, the reach image is given priority over the scheduled performance until the reach image is finished, so that the degree of attention regarding the player's profit is high. It is configured so that the production can be easily seen. Note that this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it is estimated that the display of the reach image having a higher expectation than a certain standard is finished, and the player has not yet seen the scheduled performance to be executed ( For example, it is only necessary to appropriately combine a plurality of elements such as estimated in association with a game history management system or observation of a game history to obtain a regular effect expansion display condition. Further, the display size and position of the scheduled production may be determined depending on the game state at the time of execution of the scheduled production, or the player may select the display size and position of the scheduled production and the normal production.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart, in the case of Yes in step 3454, in step 3456, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S issues a command for displaying the scheduled effect content determined in the processing of step 3410 described above in the display area 1. At the same time, in step 3458, the display position of the decorative symbol is switched to the display area 2, and the process proceeds to step 3462. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 3454, in step 3460, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets a command for displaying the scheduled performance content determined in the above-described processing in step 3410 in the display area 2, and step In 3461, the display position of the decorative symbol is switched to the display area 1, and the flow shifts to step 3462.

  Here, as shown in (display area image diagram) on the right side of the figure, the display area 1 occupies most of the display area SG10, and the display area 2 is a narrow area within the display area SG10 { For example, display area 1 ≧ display area 2, display area 2 ≦ (display area SG10 × 1/2) ≦ display area 1, (display area 1 + display area 2) ≈display area SG10}. In addition, this example is an example to the last, and is not limited to this. For example, as the effect display device, two (plural) effect display devices of a main display device and a sub display device are provided, and one effect display device is provided. May be configured as the display area 1 and the other effect display device as the display area 2. Further, in this example, after the reach image display being displayed at the start of the scheduled production is finished, the reach image is configured to be displayed in the display area 2 if the scheduled production is being executed. If the reach image is displayed when the effect is being executed and the decorative symbol is displayed in the display area 2, the display area may be switched {reach image display Start: The display area of the scheduled effect is 1 → 2, the display area of the decorative symbol (and the notice image / reach image) is 2 → 1, and the reach image display is finished: The display region of the scheduled effect is 2 → 1, the decorative symbol ( And the display area of the preview image / reach image) is 1 → 2, etc.}. Further, in this example, the display area 1 and the display area 2 are respectively fixed areas. However, the display area 1 and the display area 2 are not limited to this, and may be areas that are moved or enlarged. By changing the display area (decoration pattern) to the display area 1 (or display area 2) without switching the display area, the effects displayed on most of the screen can be seamlessly displayed. It is possible to switch. In addition, it is preferable that the sound corresponding to the image displayed in the display area 1 is reproduced from the speaker D24, but the sound corresponding to the image displayed in the display area 2 can be reproduced. Also good.

  Next, in step 3462, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the display of the scheduled effect has ended. In the case of Yes in step 3462, in step 3463, the CPUSC of the sub control board S ends the division of the display area executed in step 3453. Next, in step 3464, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the scheduled performance execution flag, and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2400). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 3462, the processing of step 3464 is not executed, and the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing of step 2400). In the case of No in step 3452, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2400).

  Next, FIG. 59 is an operation diagram (timing chart) according to the execution timing of the scheduled performance in the third embodiment. In the gaming machine A and the gaming machine B that are simultaneously powered on, first, at the timing of 1 in the figure, the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t becomes a predetermined value (for example, a multiple of 3600,000 ms). As a result, the scheduled performance will be displayed. At this time, since the gaming machine A and the gaming machine B are powered on at the same time, the timer values of the respective power-on timers AM26t are equal, and the scheduled performance is executed at the same time.

  Next, at the timing 2 in the figure, the scheduled effect is displayed again when the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t becomes a predetermined value (for example, a multiple of 3600,000 ms). In this way, normally, as shown in FIG. 1 and FIG.

  Next, at the timing of 3 in the figure, a power failure of the gaming machine B occurs (at this time, the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t at the time of power interruption is temporarily stored), and thereafter, 300 in the diagram 4 after 300,000 ms. Until the timing, the gaming machine B stops its operation. However, at the timing of 4 in the figure, by executing the processing of step 3370 to step 3374 described above, the power interruption time (300,000 ms in this example) is added to the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t at the time of power interruption. Then, the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t similar to that when the gaming machine is operating normally (for example, the gaming machine A) is restored, and the gaming machine B is connected to the gaming machine A at the timing 5 in the figure. At the same time, the scheduled performance can be executed.

  With the configuration as described above, when the elapsed time (time value of the power-on timer SM26t) according to the third embodiment has reached a predetermined value (may be a plurality of values). A gaming machine capable of executing a scheduled presentation, and in particular, a gaming machine capable of executing a scheduled presentation simultaneously on a plurality of gaming machines by simultaneously turning on power to a plurality of gaming machines in a game hall In the real-time clock RTC that keeps timing with its own built-in battery even when the power interruption occurs and the elapsed time measurement (power-on timer SM26) stops, the power interruption value and power interruption By configuring the timer value of the power-on timer SM26t based on the power interruption time value derived by referring to the value at the time of return (adding the power interruption time value to the power interruption timer value), Before the scheduled performance And thus capable of collateral that performed simultaneously in a plurality of gaming machines.

  The gaming machine according to this example is configured so that the information of the set sound table backed up on the sub-control board S side is not erased even when the RAM clear is executed. The main control board M side RAM clear and the sub control board S side RAM clear are configured to have two types of RAM clear, and when the main control board M side RAM clear is executed, the backed up information However, when the RAM is cleared on the sub-control board S side, the backed up information may be erased. Further, when a plurality of RAM clears on the sub control board S side are provided and the RAM clear on one sub control board S side is executed, the backed up information is not erased, but the RAM clear on the other sub control board S side is not erased. When the above is executed, the backed up information may be deleted. Also, even if the RAM clear on the main control board M side is executed, the set sound table is not changed, but when the RAM clear on the sub control board S side is executed, the set sound table can be changed. For example, when the sound table B, which is a sound table that generates a usage fee, is set, even if the RAM clear on the main control board M side is executed, the set sound table is Although the sound table B remains as it is, the set sound table may be changed to the sound table A when the RAM clear on the sub-control board S side is executed. That is, the default setting of the sound table is the sound table A that does not generate a usage fee, so that the sound table B that generates the usage fee unintentionally even though the RAM clear on the sub-control board S side is executed. The situation where it is set can be prevented.

  Also, in this example, when the sound table B, which is a sound table that will generate a usage fee, is set, the sound played during the big hit is a sound that generates a usage fee (a big hit with a usage fee) However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a sound that does not generate a usage fee may also be played back. In such a configuration, in the execution period during the big hit, the playback time of the sound in which the usage fee is generated may be relatively longer than the playback time of the sound in which the usage fee is not generated. Desirable (because it is undesirable to have less time to regenerate despite paying a usage fee). In addition, the above configuration is not limited to a big hit, and in a specific period in which a sound that generates a usage fee can be played, the playback time of the sound that generates the usage fee is longer than the playback time of the sound that does not generate the usage fee. You may comprise so that it may become comparatively long time.

  In the gaming machine according to this example, the light amount adjustment is not prohibited from the viewpoint of epilepsy prevention (user friendly point of view). The setting (the light level before the power is turned off) is temporarily stored, while the volume setting (the volume level before the power is turned off) may not be temporarily stored (all may be configured to be temporarily stored). ).

  Moreover, in the gaming machine according to this example, a plurality of effect display devices may be provided, such as providing the first effect display device SG and the second effect display device SG-2. The first effect display device SG plays the same role as in the present embodiment, and the second effect display device SG-2 is configured to have a display area smaller than that of the first effect display device SG, and the first effect display device SG. When the standby demonstration screen is being displayed, the volume level and the light amount level are always displayed on the second effect display device SG-2 (not displayed because there is no hold). You may comprise so that a hold display may be performed in 2 production | presentation display apparatus SG-2. The second effect display device SG-2 may be configured to be movable like the movable body accessory YK. In addition, as what is displayed on 2nd production | presentation display apparatus SG-2 during a pattern fluctuation, it is not limited to a hold display, You may display a notice production. In addition, the display of the decorative symbols is always displayed on the first effect display device SG even in a non-game state (except during the display of the standby demonstration screen), and the decorative symbols are displayed on the second effect display device SG-2. Even during the stop, the stop symbol (or hold display) of the decorative symbol is not displayed, and the volume level and the light level are displayed. That is, the display of the decorative symbol is displayed on the first effect display device SG so that the player can visually recognize it in the non-game state, and the volume level is displayed on the second effect display device that does not display the decorative symbol. By displaying the light amount level, a display that is important for the progress of the game can be made easier to see, and a user-friendly gaming machine can be obtained.

  Further, in the gaming machine according to the present example, the number of game balls displayed on the effect display device SG during the special game as an element that can be changed by the player is paid out by winning the winning prize opening. The number of game balls increased during the special game is changed by subtracting the number of game balls fired by the player during the special game from the number of game balls paid out by winning the winning prize. You may comprise. Specifically, the sub-input button SB or the cross key SB-2 is changed on the customization screen, or when the big hit starts, the big hit, or during a specific symbol change (for example, a symbol change in the time-saving gaming state). It may be configured to be changed by operation. In addition, the number of game balls displayed on the effect display device SG during the special game is set to the number of game balls paid out by winning the prize winning opening, or the game balls paid out by winning the winning prize opening. The administrator may be able to change whether the number of game balls increased during the special game by subtracting the number of game balls fired by the player during the special game from the number (only the administrator may be able to change it) Both the player and the administrator may be changeable). Specifically, the sub-input button SB or the cross key SB-2 may be operated and changed on the management menu screen.

  In this example, the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the volume level adjustment, light quantity level adjustment, or automatic button operation on is not limited to this. A configuration that enables turning off may be applied, or a configuration regarding a presentation mode using the sub input button SB, the cross key SB-2, and the lever SB-3 may be applied. Further, a configuration capable of switching a set sound table, which is an operation that can be performed only by an administrator, may be applied. Here, a supplementary explanation will be given of a well-known spinning cylinder game machine.

  First, on a well-known spinning-reel game machine, a main board as a main game control unit that controls the progress of the game, a sub board as a sub game control unit that controls the execution of effects, and main game identification information are displayed. As a main game identification information display unit, a plurality of rows (generally three rows) of reels each having a plurality of pieces of identification information arranged on the outer periphery, and a main game start that can be operated by the player and instructs the start of the game It has a start lever as an instruction device and a stop button as a main game progress instruction device that can be operated by the player and instruct the game progress. The main board has a main game random number acquisition unit for acquiring a main game random number when the start lever is operated, and one or more stop identifications based on the random number acquired by the main game random number acquisition unit. Main game identification information display content determination means for tentatively determining information (for example, display content determination means for internally determining a winning combination such as a small role or a special character), and determination of the main game identification information display content Based on one or a plurality of stop identification information tentatively determined by the means and the operation timing of the stop button, the main stop control information is controlled so as to be fixedly displayed on the reel which is the main game identification information display unit. Game identification information display control means (for example, a reel control means for stopping the reel at a predetermined position based on the internally determined winning combination and the timing when the stop button is pressed); When a predetermined mode is displayed as stop identification information on a reel serving as a game identification information display unit, special game execution control means (for example, “777 etc.”) that controls to shift to a special game is on a predetermined active line The main game side information for transmitting the information related to the main game random number acquired by the main game random number acquisition means to the sub game control unit side. Transmission control means.

  With respect to the sub game control unit side in the above-described well-known spinning cylinder type game machine, the sub input buttons (sub input button SB, cross key SB-2, and lever SB-3 are collectively referred to as sub input buttons) of this embodiment. It is possible to apply a configuration related to the effect of operating the projector. Specifically, when the automatic input effect is executed when the sub input button is continuously pressed, the sub input button starts to be pressed during the automatic continuous acceptance period, and the sub input button is maintained. A configuration in which a repetitive hitting effect is executed from the start timing of the button hitting effective period, and a sub input button operation that is executed when a player operates a sub input button such as a button hitting effect without operating the sub input button. A configuration that can be executed without turning on, a configuration that can execute a hidden button effect, and the like can also be applied to a rotating game machine. In addition, when applied to a rotating type gaming machine, the bet button {mechanism for enabling the input of the number of bets (the number of bets)} is configured to play the same role as the sub input button, etc. A plurality of uses may be set for the mechanism.

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

The gaming machine according to this aspect (1)
One or more operable members (for example, power switch Ea, cross key SB-2),
A sound output unit capable of outputting sound (for example, a speaker D24), the predetermined operation member is configured to be inoperable by the player,
There are a plurality of types of output modes as output modes for outputting sound to the sound output unit (for example, the speaker D24), and there is a sound in a certain type of output mode and a different type of output mode. Are configured differently,
As the output mode selection candidate group, at least sound group A and sound group A have at least one sound group B in which the output mode selection candidates are different from each other,
It is configured to select the output mode from the set selection candidate group,
Based on the operation state of the predetermined operation member, the set selection candidate group is configured to be switchable,
In a specific period, the output mode is different between when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set. Also good.

The gaming machine according to this aspect (2)
One or more operable members (for example, power switch Ea, cross key SB-2),
A sound output unit capable of outputting sound (for example, a speaker D24), the predetermined operation member is configured to be inoperable by the player,
There are a plurality of types of output modes as output modes for outputting sound to the sound output unit (for example, the speaker D24), and there is a sound in a certain type of output mode and a different type of output mode. Are configured differently,
As the output mode selection candidate group, at least sound group A and sound group A have at least one sound group B in which the output mode selection candidates are different from each other,
It is configured to select the output mode from the set selection candidate group,
Based on the operation state of the predetermined operation member, the set selection candidate group is configured to be switchable,
When the game machine is abnormal for a specific period, the output mode is the same when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set. Configured,
In the case where there is no abnormality in the gaming machine for a specific period, the output mode may be different between when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set. It may be a gaming machine characterized by being configured.

The gaming machine according to this aspect (3)
One or more operable members (for example, power switch Ea, cross key SB-2),
A sound output unit (for example, a speaker D24) capable of outputting sound;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A movable member that can be displaced (for example, movable body accessory YK), and the predetermined operation member is configured so that the player cannot operate it.
As a display mode when displaying the effect on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG), there are a plurality of types of display modes,
As the operation mode when the variable member is driven, it has a plurality of types of operation modes,
There are a plurality of types of output modes as output modes for outputting sound to the sound output unit (for example, the speaker D24), and there is a sound in a certain type of output mode and a different type of output mode. Are configured differently,
As the output mode selection candidate group, at least sound group A and sound group A have at least one sound group B in which the output mode selection candidates are different from each other,
It is configured to select the output mode from the set selection candidate group,
Based on the operation state of the predetermined operation member, the set selection candidate group is configured to be switchable,
In a specific period, the output mode is different between when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set.
In the specific period, the display mode and / or the operation mode is different between when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set. It may be a gaming machine.

M main control board,
MP11t-H auxiliary game symbol variation management timer, MP11t-C first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C1 first main game timer, MP11t-C2 second main game timer MP22t-B second main game Start opening motorized component release timer, MP33c winning ball counter MP34t special game timer, MP52c hour / minute counter A first main game peripheral device A10 first main game start port (first main game start port A), A11s first main Game start entrance entrance detection device A20 first main game symbol display device, A21g first main game symbol display unit A21h first main game symbol hold display unit, B second main game peripheral device B10 second main game start port, B11s Second main game start entrance detection device B11d Second main game start entrance electric accessory, B20 Second main game symbol display device B21g Second main game symbol display unit B21h 2nd main game symbol hold display part C 1st and 2nd main game shared peripheral device, C10 1st big prize opening C11s 1st big prize opening prize detection device, C11d 1st big prize opening electric accessory C20 2nd big Winning entrance, C21s 2nd grand prize opening winning detection device C21d 2nd big winning opening electrical equipment, YK movable body accessory H auxiliary game peripheral equipment, H10 auxiliary game start opening H11s auxiliary game start opening entrance detection device, H20 auxiliary Game symbol display device H21g Auxiliary game symbol display unit, H21h Auxiliary game symbol holding display unit S Sub control board, SM effect display control means (sub main control board)
SM21t drawing variation time management timer,
SS effect display means (sub-sub control unit), SG effect display device SG10 display area, SG11 decorative symbol display area SG12 first hold display part, SG13 second hold display part SB sub input button, SB-2 cross key SB-3 lever , HY10t Non-game period measurement timer ME10t Error state holding period timer, D26 Game effect lamp D70 Power saving mode display lamp, D42 Launch handle KH Prize ball payout control board KE Prize ball payout device, MT10 command transmission buffer

Claims (1)

One or more operating members operable;
A sound output unit capable of outputting sound;
An effect display section capable of displaying the effect;
And a predetermined operation member is configured so that the player cannot operate it.
There are multiple types of display modes as display modes when displaying effects on the effect display unit,
As the operation mode when the variable member is driven, it has a plurality of types of operation modes,
There are a plurality of types of output modes for outputting sound to the sound output unit, and sound components are different between a certain type of output mode and a different type of output mode. Configured,
As the output mode selection candidate group, at least sound group A and sound group A have at least one sound group B in which the output mode selection candidates are different from each other,
It is configured to select the output mode from the set selection candidate group,
Based on the operation state of the predetermined operation member, the set selection candidate group is configured to be switchable,
In a specific period, the output mode is different between when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set.
In the specific period, the display mode and / or the operation mode is different between when the sound group A is set and when the sound group B is set. A gaming machine.

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