JP2018068914A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To secure impartiality of a game.SOLUTION: A pachinko machine 1 executes operation-start determination including special symbol winning/failure determination on the basis of operation-start information acquired in response to establishment of a prescribed condition. When the operation-start determination is executed, after a special symbol variable display is executed on the basis of a result of the operation-start determination, a stop display of special symbols is executed. Further, in response to the establishment of the specific control, time-shortening control by which establishment of the specific condition is facilitated is started. When the number of times of operation-start determination executed during the time-shortening control reaches a prescribed number of times, the time-shortening control is terminated in response to termination of the special symbol variable display on the basis of prescribed-number-th operation-start determination.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 16

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine in which a specific gaming state is generated that facilitates entry of a gaming ball into a start winning device according to the establishment of a predetermined condition.

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a gaming machine is known in which a specific gaming state that facilitates the entry of a gaming ball into a start winning device is generated in accordance with the establishment of a predetermined condition (see Patent Document 1).
In this gaming machine, when a normal symbol lottery executed in response to the passing of the start gate by the game ball is won, the start winning device is released and the game ball can enter the start winning device. In addition, when a special symbol lottery executed when the game ball enters the start winning device is won, a big win state is generated and the game ball can enter the large game device.
Further, in accordance with the end of the big hit state, a time shortening state (specific game state) is generated in which the opening time of the start winning device is extended when the normal symbol lottery is won. Then, when the number of fluctuations of the special symbol executed during the occurrence of the time shortening state reaches the predetermined number of short times, the time is shortened according to the end of the fluctuation of the predetermined short time number (stop display of the special symbol). The state is terminated.

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However, in conventional gaming machines, there is a risk of lacking in game fairness.
That is, in the conventional gaming machine, when the number of changes in the special symbol executed during the occurrence of the time reduction state reaches a predetermined number of times, the time reduction state is terminated. In addition, during the variation of the special symbol, various random numbers related to the special symbol lottery are not acquired (the variation of the special symbol is not suspended). Therefore, in this gaming machine, the special symbol lottery of the same number of times as the predetermined number of short times is given based on one time reduction state.
On the other hand, in this gaming machine, when winning the normal symbol lottery executed just before the time shortening state is ended (immediately before the end of the predetermined number of special symbol changes), the starting prize based on the normal symbol lottery is won. The opening of the device continues until the time reduction state ends (after the end of the predetermined number of special symbol changes). In this case, if a game ball enters the starting prize device after the predetermined number of special symbol changes, the number of special times one more than the predetermined number of times is reduced based on the time reduction state. An opportunity for symbol lottery will be given.
As a result, in this gaming machine, by causing the game ball to pass through the start gate immediately before the time shortening state is ended (immediately before the end of the predetermined number of special symbol changes), the time saving state is reduced. Based on the above, it is possible to obtain a special symbol lottery opportunity that is one more than the predetermined number of short times.
Therefore, in this gaming machine, there is a possibility that the number of special symbol lotteries given based on one time reduction state varies depending on the skill of the player, and the game is not fair.
An object of the present invention is to ensure fairness of a game.

  In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to a first aspect of the present invention is based on game information acquisition means for acquiring game information in accordance with establishment of a predetermined condition, and game information acquired by the game information acquisition means. A start time determining means for executing a start time determination, a display control means for executing a change display of the identification information and a stop display of the identification information based on the result of the start time determination, and establishment of a specific condition And a specific gaming state control means for causing a specific gaming state that facilitates establishment of the predetermined condition, and the specific gaming state control means is a start time executed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state. When the number of determinations reaches a predetermined number, the specific gaming state is ended in response to the end of the variation display of the identification information based on the predetermined number of start-time determinations.

In the gaming machine according to the first aspect of the invention, a specific gaming state that facilitates the establishment of the predetermined condition is started in response to the establishment of the specific condition. Then, when the number of times of starting determination executed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state reaches a predetermined number, the specific game according to the end of the variable information identification display based on the predetermined number of starting determinations The state is terminated.
Thereby, in the gaming machine according to the first invention, the specific gaming state is compared with the case where the specific gaming state is ended in response to the end of the stop display of the identification information based on the predetermined number of times of starting determination. It ends early. Therefore, the possibility that the predetermined condition is satisfied after the end of the specific gaming state can be reduced based on the trigger that occurred during the occurrence of the specific gaming state.
Therefore, in the gaming machine according to the first invention, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation in which there is a difference in the number of established conditions given based on one specific gaming state depending on the skill of the player. It becomes possible to ensure the sex.
Here, as the predetermined condition, a later-described special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is applicable. The game information corresponds to special figure 2 start information described later. The game information acquisition means corresponds to a main control circuit 200 (step S9-2) which will be described later. As the start time determination, a start determination described later (steps S11-4 to S11-7) is applicable. A main control circuit 200 (steps S11-4 to S11-7), which will be described later, corresponds to the starting time determination means. The identification information corresponds to a second special symbol described later. The display control means corresponds to a main control circuit 200 (steps S11-9, S11-10, S12-4, S12-5) described later. The specific gaming state corresponds to a state in which time-shortening control (described later) is executed (actuated). The specific game state control means corresponds to a main control circuit 200 (steps S12-7 and S18-2) described later.

  The gaming machine according to the second aspect of the invention executes a start time determination based on game information acquisition means for acquiring game information and game information acquired by the game information acquisition means in response to establishment of a predetermined condition. Based on the result of the start time determination, the start time determining means, the display control means for executing the change display of the identification information and the stop display of the identification information, and the predetermined condition according to the establishment of the specific condition Specific game state control means for causing a specific game state that can be easily established, and the specific game state control means includes a predetermined number of start-up determinations performed during the occurrence of the specific game state. The specific control state is terminated, and the display control means displays a stop display of the identification information based on the predetermined start-time determination among the start-time determinations executed during the occurrence of the specific game state. Time Characterized by longer than the stop display time of the identification information based on the start time of the determination that is performed in a non-occurrence of gaming state.

In the gaming machine according to the second aspect of the invention, a specific gaming state that facilitates the establishment of the predetermined condition is started in response to the establishment of the specific condition. In addition, when the number of times of start-up determination executed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state reaches a predetermined number, the specific gaming state is ended. Then, among the start time determinations performed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state, the start time determination executed during the non-occurrence of the specific gaming state is performed as the stop time of the identification information based on the predetermined start time determination. A time longer than the stop display time of the identification information based on this (hereinafter referred to as “normal stop time”) is set.
Thereby, in the gaming machine according to the second invention, the possibility that the predetermined condition is satisfied after the end of the specific gaming state can be reduced.
That is, as in the above-described conventional gaming machine, in the gaming machine in which the variation of the special symbol is not suspended (starting information is not suspended), new gaming information is acquired (saved) in response to the end of the stop display of the identification information. (A predetermined condition can be established).
On the other hand, in the gaming machine in which the variation of the special symbol is held (starting information is held), the predetermined condition is easily established during the occurrence of the specific gaming state, so that the number of holds to be described later easily reaches the upper limit. It becomes a state. Thus, in this gaming machine, during the occurrence of the specific gaming state, the number of holds can be subtracted from the upper limit value in accordance with the end of the stop display of the identification information, and new gaming information can be acquired (saved). (Predetermined conditions can be established).
Therefore, in the gaming machine according to the second aspect of the invention, the stop time for displaying the identification information based on the predetermined start-up determination is extended. Thereby, the time when the stop display of the identification information based on the predetermined start-time determination is ended, that is, the time when new game information can be acquired (the time when the predetermined condition can be established). Arrival is delayed. Therefore, the possibility that the predetermined condition is satisfied after the end of the specific gaming state can be reduced.
Therefore, in the gaming machine according to the second invention, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation in which there is a difference in the number of established conditions given based on one specific gaming state depending on the skill of the player. Here, as the predetermined condition, a special figure 2 random number acquisition condition described later is applicable. The game information corresponds to special figure 2 start information described later. The game information acquisition means corresponds to a main control circuit 200 (step S9-2) which will be described later. As the start time determination, a start determination described later (steps S11-4 to S11-7) is applicable. A main control circuit 200 (steps S11-4 to S11-7), which will be described later, corresponds to the starting time determination means. The identification information corresponds to a second special symbol described later. The display control means corresponds to a main control circuit 200 (steps S11-9, S11-10, S12-4, S12-5) described later. The specific gaming state corresponds to a state in which time-shortening control (described later) is executed (actuated). The specific game state control means corresponds to a main control circuit 200 (steps S12-7 and S18-2) described later.

A gaming machine according to a third aspect of the present invention is the gaming machine according to the second aspect, wherein the display control means is configured to determine the predetermined number of starting times among the starting time determinations performed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state. The stop display of the identification information based on the other start time determinations excluding the predetermined start time determination among the start time determinations performed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state. It is characterized in that it is longer than the time.
In the gaming machine according to the third aspect of the present invention, the identification information stop display time (hereinafter referred to as “final round stop time”) among the identification information stop display executed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state. ) Is set longer than the stop display time of other identification information.
Thereby, in the gaming machine according to the third aspect of the invention, stop display of other identification information excluding a predetermined number of stop display of the identification information out of the stop display of the identification information executed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state Is shorter than the last stop time. Therefore, during the occurrence of the specific gaming state, the stop display of other identification information can be quickly digested, and the number of variable display and stop display of the identification information executed per unit time can be increased.
Therefore, in the gaming machine according to the third invention, it is possible to speed up the progress of the game during the occurrence of the specific game state, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to ensure the fairness of the game.

It is a perspective view which shows the whole structure of a pachinko machine. It is a front view of a game board unit. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the control system of a pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows the winning probability of a special symbol lottery. It is a flowchart which shows CPU initialization processing. It is a flowchart which shows a main loop process. It is a flowchart which shows the evacuation process at the time of a power supply interruption. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows switch management processing. It is a flowchart which shows a usual start ball | bowl detection process. FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing a starting ball detection process. FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing a starting ball detection process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol random number acquisition process. It is a flowchart which shows a special game management process. It is a flowchart which shows a special figure fluctuation waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows a special figure change process. It is a flowchart which shows a special figure stop process. It is a flowchart which shows the big winning opening opening pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows a special electric role opening / closing switching process. It is a flowchart which shows a big winning opening release control process. It is a flowchart which shows a big winning opening closing effective process. It is a flowchart which shows a big winning opening release end wait process. It is a flow chart which shows processing for opening an accessory. It is a flowchart which shows an accessory release control process. It is a flowchart which shows an accessory closed effective process. It is a flowchart which shows an accessory release completion | finish weight process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal game management process. It is a flowchart which shows a usual figure change waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows a process during usual figure change. It is a flowchart which shows a process during a usual figure stop. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory release pre-process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric role opening / closing switching process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory release control process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory closing effective process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory release completion | finish weight process. It is a flowchart which shows a launch position designation | designated management process. It is a flowchart which shows production control processing. It is a figure which shows the progress example of the game in the game machine which concerns on a comparative example. It is a figure which shows the progress example of the game in the pachinko machine.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
In this embodiment, the gaming machine according to the present invention is applied to the pachinko machine 1.

(Overall configuration of pachinko machine 1)
First, the overall configuration of the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the overall configuration of the pachinko machine.
A pachinko machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 includes a rectangular outer frame 2, an inner frame 3 disposed on the front side of the outer frame 2, and a door unit 4 disposed on the front side of the inner frame 3. Yes.
The inner frame 3 is formed in a rectangular shape and is disposed so as to be able to open and close with respect to the outer frame 2. A game board unit 10 (see FIG. 2) is attached to the inner side of the inner frame 3.
The door unit 4 is formed in a rectangular door shape and is disposed so as to be able to open and close with respect to the outer frame 2. Thereby, the door unit 4 can open and close the front side of a game board unit 10 (game board 11 described later) attached to the inner frame 3. The door unit 4 includes a transparent plate 4a disposed substantially at the center, a decorative portion 4b disposed around the transparent plate 4a, a tray unit 5 disposed below the transparent plate 4a, and a tray. A firing handle 6 disposed on the side of the unit 5.
The transparent plate 4 a is formed in a flat plate shape using a transparent material such as resin or glass, and is disposed on the front side of the game board unit 10 (game area 30) attached to the inner frame 3. Thereby, the player can visually recognize the game board unit 10 (game area 30) through the transparent plate 4a.
The decorative portion 4b is formed of a transparent or translucent resin material, and has a shape that bulges forward. Each corner on the upper side of the decorative portion 4b is provided with a sound extraction portion 4c in which a sound generator (speaker) 22 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. Each sound extraction part 4c is provided with a plurality of sound extraction holes through which the sound output from the sound generator 22 passes.
A plurality of frame lamps 20 are disposed inside the decorative portion 4b. Each frame lamp 20 has a plurality of light emitting elements (LEDs) driven by dynamic lighting control.

The saucer unit 5 includes a saucer 5a for receiving game balls (rental balls and prize balls), and an effect button 5b and a rotary selector 5c disposed on the front side of the saucer 5a.
The effect button 5b is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape, and is disposed so as to protrude upward from the tray unit 5. The effect button 5b can be pressed by the player (pressed downward). Inside the saucer unit 5, a first operation detection switch 25 (see FIG. 3) for detecting the pressing operation of the effect button 5b is disposed. The first operation detection switch 25 outputs a first operation signal to the effect control circuit 300 (see FIG. 3) every time the effect button 5b is pressed.
The rotary selector 5c (so-called “jog dial”) is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape and is disposed so as to surround the effect button 5b. The rotary selector 5c can be rotated by a player (operation to rotate about a cylindrical axis). Inside the tray unit 5, a second operation detection switch 26 (see FIG. 3) for detecting the rotation operation of the rotary selector 5c is disposed. The second operation detection switch 26 outputs a second operation signal to the effect control circuit 300 every time the rotary selector 5c is rotated by a predetermined angle (for example, 60 [°]).

A lending operation unit 7 is disposed on the upper surface of the tray unit 5. The lending operation unit 7 includes a ball lending button 7a, a return button 7b, and a frequency display device 7c.
Here, the pachinko machine 1 is communicably connected to a CR unit 500 (see FIG. 3) capable of reading and updating information recorded on the prepaid card. When a prepaid card (not shown) is inserted into the CR unit 500, the remaining frequency of the valuable medium recorded on the prepaid card inserted into the CR unit 500 is displayed on the frequency display device 7c.
Further, when the ball lending button 7a is operated in a state where the prepaid card is inserted into the CR unit 500, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out to the tray 5a. At this time, the remaining frequency of the valuable medium recorded on the prepaid card is updated according to the number of paid-out game balls, and the updated remaining frequency of the valuable medium is displayed on the frequency display device 7c.
Further, when the return button 7 b is operated in a state where the prepaid card having the remaining frequency of the valuable medium is inserted in the CR unit 500, the prepaid card is returned from the CR unit 500.
Here, the prepaid cart corresponds to, for example, a magnetic storage medium, a storage IC built-in medium, or the like.
The firing handle 6 can be rotated by the player. Inside the firing handle 6, a firing volume (not shown) for detecting the angle at which the firing handle 6 is rotated is disposed. The firing volume outputs a detection signal corresponding to the detected angle to the payout control circuit 400 (see FIG. 3).

(Configuration of the game board unit 10)
Next, the configuration of the game board unit 10 will be described.
FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board unit.
The game board unit 10 includes a set board (not shown), a game board 11 attached to the front side of the set board, an image display device 23 and a drum type display device 24 attached to the back side of the set board, It has.
The set plate is formed in a box shape whose front side is open. An opening made of a through hole is provided at a substantially central portion of the back plate of the set plate.
The game board 11 is formed in a flat plate shape with resin. As shown in FIG. 2, an opening (not shown) made of a through hole is provided in a substantially central portion of the game board 11. Then, the player visually recognizes the display screen 23a of the image display device 23 and the drums 24a to 24c of the drum type display device 24 through the openings provided in the game board 11 and the openings provided in the set board. It is possible to do.
Around the opening in the front of the game board 11, a game area 30 is formed in which game balls launched in response to the rotation operation of the launch handle 6 flow down. In the game area 30, a left path 30 a formed on the left side of the image display device 23 and the drum type display device 24 and a right side of the image display device 23 and the drum type display device 24 are formed as a path through which the game balls flow down. The right path 30b is formed.
A plurality of board surface lamps 21 (see FIG. 3) are disposed in the game area 30 of the game board 11. Each panel lamp 21 has a plurality of light emitting elements (LEDs) driven by dynamic lighting control.

The image display device 23 includes a variable display device such as a liquid crystal display or a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) display. The image display device 23 has a display screen 23a capable of displaying effect images.
On the display screen 23a, a fourth effect symbol display area (not shown) in which a fourth effect symbol (not shown) is displayed can be configured. The fourth effect symbol is configured to include identification information (symbol) such as numerals, characters, symbols, and the like.
In the fourth effect symbol display area, it is possible to perform change display and stop display of the fourth effect symbol. The variation display of the fourth effect symbol means that the type of the fourth effect symbol displayed in the fourth effect symbol display area is sequentially changed every predetermined time. The stop display of the fourth effect symbol means that one type of the fourth effect symbol is continuously displayed in the fourth effect symbol display area for a predetermined time.
The display screen 23a can be configured with reserved symbol display areas b1 and b2 (not shown) in which reserved symbols (not shown) are displayed. In the hold symbol display area b1, a hold symbol corresponding to the start information during the notification display (special symbol variation display and stop display) is displayed. In the hold symbol display area b2, a hold symbol corresponding to the start information for which the notification display is held is displayed.

The drum-type display device 24 includes a left drum 24a, a center drum 24b, and a right drum 24c, which are arranged coaxially with each other.
Each of the drums 24a to 24c is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape, and reel data is attached to the outer peripheral surface thereof. Each of the drums 24a to 24c has a rotation shaft (not shown) disposed along the central axis. Each of the drums 24a to 24c is arranged so that the rotation axis extends along the left-right direction (the left-right direction shown in FIG. 2), and is arranged to be able to rotate around the rotation axis.
In the reel data pasted on the outer peripheral surface of the left drum 24a, a plurality of first effect symbols (not shown) are displayed along the rotation direction. Each first effect symbol is configured to include identification information (symbol) such as a number, a character, a symbol, and a character.
The left drum 24a can perform change display and stop display of the first effect symbol. The variation display of the first effect symbol means that the first effect symbol displayed (arranged) at a predetermined stop position corresponding to the left drum 24a is sequentially replaced as the left drum 24a rotates. The stop display of the first effect symbol means that when the rotation of the left drum 24a is stopped, one first effect symbol is displayed (arranged) at a predetermined stop position corresponding to the left drum 24a.
A plurality of second effect symbols (not shown) are displayed along the rotation direction in the reel data attached to the outer peripheral surface of the central drum 24b. Each second effect design includes identification information (design) such as numbers, characters, symbols, characters, and the like.
The center drum 24b can perform a change display and a stop display of the second effect symbol. The variation display of the second effect symbol means that the second effect symbol displayed (arranged) at a predetermined stop position corresponding to the central drum 24b is sequentially replaced by the rotation of the central drum 24b. The stop display of the second effect symbol means that when the rotation of the central drum 24b is stopped, one second effect symbol is displayed (arranged) at a predetermined stop position corresponding to the central drum 24b.
In the reel data pasted on the outer peripheral surface of the right drum 24c, a plurality of third effect symbols (not shown) are displayed along the rotation direction. Each third effect symbol is configured to include identification information (symbol) such as numerals, characters, symbols, characters, and the like.
The right drum 24c can display the change and stop display of the third effect symbol. The variation display of the third effect symbol means that the third effect symbol displayed (arranged) at a predetermined stop position corresponding to the right drum 24c is sequentially replaced by the rotation of the right drum 24c. The stop display of the third effect symbol means that when the rotation of the right drum 24c stops, one third effect symbol is displayed (arranged) at a predetermined stop position corresponding to the right drum 24c.

The drum-type display device 24 includes stepping motors (not shown) corresponding to the respective drums 24a to 24c and position detection sensors (not shown) corresponding to the respective drums 24a to 24c.
Each stepping motor rotates the drums 24a to 24c corresponding to the stepping motor. Each stepping motor is driven in accordance with a pulse signal input from the effect control circuit 300.
Each position detection sensor outputs a detection signal to the effect control circuit 300 in response to detection of the origin position (rotation position) of the drums 24 a to 24 c corresponding to the position detection sensor.
The effect control circuit 300 outputs a pulse signal (frequency, number of pulses, etc.) output to the stepping motor corresponding to each of the drums 24a to 24c, a detection signal input from a position detection sensor corresponding to the drum, The state of the drum (rotation / stop, rotation direction, rotation speed, type of effect symbol displayed at a predetermined stop position, etc.) is controlled based on

A first start port 51 is provided below the drum type display device 24 in the game area 30. The first start port 51 is a ball entrance that opens upward (so-called “nose”), and game balls can always be entered. The first start port 51 is capable of entering a game ball that flows down the left path (cannot enter a game ball that flows down the right path).
On the back side of the game board 11, a special figure 1 starting ball detection sensor 101 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. In response to the detection of a game ball that has entered the first start port 51 (the game ball has entered the first start port 51), the special FIG. 1 start ball detection sensor 101 sends a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 (FIG. 3). The main control circuit 200 executes the first special symbol lottery in response to the input of the detection signal from the special figure 1 starting ball detection sensor 101.
On the left side of the first start opening 51 in the game area 30, an upper left other winning opening 55 and a lower left other winning opening 56 are provided. The upper left other winning hole 55 is a ball opening that is opened obliquely upward to the right, and a game ball can always be entered. On the other hand, the lower left other winning opening 56 is a ball opening opening upward, and game balls can always be entered. Each of the other winning holes 55 and 56 can enter a game ball flowing down the left path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the right path).
On the back side of the game board 11, a left other winning ball detection sensor 106 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. The left other winning ball detection sensor 106 detects a game ball that has entered the other winning holes 55 and 56 (a game ball entering the upper left other winning port 55 or the lower left other winning port 56). Is output to the main control circuit 200. The main control circuit 200 causes the game ball payout device 440 to execute a payout operation for a prize ball in response to an input of a detection signal from the left other winning ball detection sensor 106.

A start gate 41 is provided on the right side of the display screen 24 a in the game area 30. The start gate 41 is formed so that it can always be passed by a game ball. The start gate 41 is capable of passing a game ball flowing down the right path (cannot pass a game ball flowing down the left path).
The start gate 41 is provided with a normal start ball detection sensor 104 (see FIG. 3). The normal start ball detection sensor 104 outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of a game ball passing through the start gate 41 (passing of the start gate 41 by the game ball). The main control circuit 200 executes the normal symbol lottery in response to the input of the detection signal from the general-purpose starting ball detection sensor 104.
A right other prize winning port 57 is provided below the start gate 41 in the game area 30. The other right winning port 57 is a ball opening that opens upward, and game balls can always be entered. The other right winning port 57 is capable of entering a game ball flowing down the right path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the left path).
On the back side of the game board 11, a right other winning ball detection sensor 107 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. The right other winning ball detection sensor 107 sends a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of a game ball that has entered the right other winning port 57 (game ball entering the right other winning port 57). Output. The main control circuit 200 causes the game ball payout device 440 to execute the payout operation of the prize ball in response to the input of the detection signal from the right other winning ball detection sensor 107.

A second start port 52 is provided below the right other winning port 57 in the game area 30. In the second start port 52, a closed state that makes it impossible (difficult) to enter a game ball into the second start port 52, and allows a game ball to enter the second start port 52 (easily). In addition, an ordinary electric combination (ordinary electric combination) 52a (so-called “velo”) that can be displaced is provided. The second starting port 52 can enter a game ball flowing down the right path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the left path).
In the present embodiment, the second start port 52 is a substantially square hole that opens toward the front side. The ordinary electric accessory 52 a has an opening / closing plate (not shown) that opens and closes the second starting port 52. The opening / closing plate is formed in a substantially rectangular flat plate shape. The opening / closing plate has an opening / closing shaft provided along the lower side thereof. The opening / closing shaft extends along the left-right direction. The opening / closing plate can be displaced (opened / closed) in a door shape around the opening / closing axis. Specifically, the opening / closing plate can be displaced between a first state in which the second start port 52 is closed and a second state in which the upper side is tilted toward the front side.
When the ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced to the closed state, the opening / closing plate is displaced to the first state, thereby preventing the game ball flowing down the right path from entering the second starting port 52. The On the other hand, when the ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced to the open state, the open / close plate is displaced to the second state, so that the game ball dropped on the back surface of the open / close plate is guided to the second start port 52. .
The ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced (opened / closed) by a start port solenoid 64 (see FIG. 3). The second starting port 52 is normally closed with the ordinary electric accessory 52a closed, so that it is impossible to enter a game ball. However, when the normal symbol lottery is won, 52a is opened, and a game ball can be entered.
On the back side of the game board 11, a special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. The special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 sends a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of the game ball that has entered the second start port 52 (the game ball has entered the second start port 52). Output. The main control circuit 200 executes the second special symbol lottery in response to the detection signal input from the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102.

A big prize device 54 is provided below the second start opening 52 in the game area 30. The big winning device 54 has a ball entrance (not shown) that opens toward the right side, and a special electric accessory 54a (so-called “blade”) that opens and closes the ball entrance. The big winning device 54 can enter a game ball that flows down the right path (it cannot enter a game ball that flows down the left path).
The special electric accessory 54a enables a game ball to enter the large winning device 54 and a closed state that makes it impossible (difficult) to enter the game ball into the large winning device 54. It can be displaced to the open state.
In the present embodiment, the special electric accessory 54a has an opening / closing piece (not shown) that opens and closes the entrance.
The opening / closing piece is formed in a piece having a predetermined length. An opening / closing shaft (not shown) is provided at the lower end of the opening / closing piece. The opening / closing axis extends along the depth direction (the depth direction shown in FIG. 2). The opening / closing piece can be displaced (opened / closed) in the shape of a door around the opening / closing axis. Specifically, the opening / closing piece can be displaced between a first state in which the entrance is closed and a second state in which the upper end side is tilted toward the right side.

When the special electric accessory 54a is displaced to the closed state, the opening / closing piece is displaced to the first state, thereby preventing the game ball flowing down the right path from entering the big winning device 54. The On the other hand, when the special electric accessory 54a is displaced to the open state, the open / close piece is displaced to the second state, so that the game ball dropped on the side surface of the open / close piece is guided into the big prize device 54. .
The special electric accessory 54a is displaced (opened / closed) by a special prize opening solenoid 65 (see FIG. 3). In the normal winning device 54, the special electric accessory 54a is normally closed so that it is impossible to enter a game ball. However, in the round game described later, the special electric accessory 54a is open. Thus, it is possible to enter a game ball.
On the back side of the game board 11, a special winning ball detection sensor 103 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. The big winning ball detection sensor 103 outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of the game ball that has entered the big winning device 54 (the game ball has entered the big winning device 54). . The main control circuit 200 causes the game ball payout device 440 to execute the payout operation of the prize ball in response to the input of the detection signal from the big winning ball detection sensor 103.

An accessory winning device 53 is provided below the big winning device 54 in the game area 30. The prize winning device 53 includes a ball entrance (not shown) that opens upward, and a special electric accessory 53a (so-called “slide attacker”) that opens and closes the ball entrance. The prize winning device 53 can enter a game ball that flows down the right path (cannot enter a game ball that flows down the left path).
The special electric accessory 53a allows the game ball to enter the accessory winning device 53 and the closed state that makes it impossible (difficult) to enter the game ball into the accessory winning device 53 (easy). It is possible to be displaced to the open state.
In the present embodiment, the prize winning device 53 is provided in a pair of transparent plates (not shown), a game ball receiving portion (not shown) disposed between the pair of transparent plates, and a game ball receiving portion. And the entrance. Further, the special electric accessory 53a has an opening / closing plate (not shown) for opening and closing the entrance.
Each transparent plate is formed in a flat plate shape using a transparent or translucent material. Each transparent plate is arranged substantially in parallel to the front surface (game area 30) of the game board 11. The pair of transparent plates are arranged substantially parallel to each other. In addition, the pair of transparent plates is arranged at a predetermined interval so that the game ball can pass between the pair of transparent plates. A plurality of ridges are provided at a position above the opening / closing plate in front of the transparent plate on the back side. In addition, a plurality of ridges are provided at a position above the opening / closing plate on the back side of the transparent plate on the front side. Each protrusion is provided so as to extend along the vertical direction (the vertical direction shown in FIG. 2).
The receiving part is formed in a substantially square box shape. In the receiving portion, an upper surface thereof is opened, and a ball entrance opening toward the upper side is formed.
The opening / closing plate is formed in a substantially rectangular flat plate shape. The opening / closing plate is disposed with its upper surface inclined (inclined so that the left side is low and the right side is high). The opening / closing plate can be displaced along the depth direction. Specifically, the opening / closing plate has a first position on the front side of the game board 11 (a first position for closing the entrance) through a transparent plate on the back side and a through hole provided in the game board 11; It can be displaced to a second position on the back side of the game board 11 (a second position where the entrance is opened). Here, the first position is a position between the pair of transparent plates.

When the special electric accessory 53a is displaced to the closed state, the open / close plate is displaced to the first state, thereby preventing the game ball flowing down the right path from entering the accessory winning device 53. Is done. At this time, in the prize winning device 53, the game ball can be retained (stored) on the upper surface of the opening / closing plate. That is, the game ball dropped on the upper surface of the opening / closing plate arranged at the first position rolls on the upper surface of the opening / closing plate toward the left side. At this time, the rolling speed of the game ball rolling on the upper surface of the opening / closing plate is slowed by coming into contact with each protrusion provided on each transparent plate. This makes it possible to retain the game ball that has fallen on the upper surface of the opening / closing plate.
On the other hand, when the special electric accessory 53a is displaced to the open state, the game ball that has fallen onto the entrance hole enters the accessory winning device 53 by the displacement of the open / close plate to the second state. . Further, when the game ball stays on the upper surface of the opening / closing plate arranged at the first position, if the opening / closing plate is displaced from the first position to the second position, it stays on the upper surface of the opening / closing plate. The game ball that has been entered enters the prize winning device 53.
The special electric accessory 53a is displaced (opened / closed) by an accessory solenoid 66 (see FIG. 3). In the bonus item winning device 53, the special electric accessory 53a is normally closed so that it is impossible to enter a game ball. However, in the round game described later, the special electric accessory 53a is opened. In this state, a game ball can be entered.
An accessory winning ball detection sensor 105 (see FIG. 3) is disposed on the back side of the game board 11. The prize winning ball detection sensor 105 sends a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of the game ball (the game ball entering the prize winning device 53) entered in the prize winning device 53. Output. The main control circuit 200 causes the game ball payout device 440 to execute the payout operation of the prize ball in response to the input of the detection signal from the winning prize winning ball detection sensor 105.

Further, in the prize winning device 53, there are a V area (not shown) that can be passed by a game ball, a discharge area (not shown) that can be passed by a game ball, and an inside the prize winning device 53. Distributing means (not shown) for distributing the entered game ball to one of the V region and the discharge region is provided.
In the V region, a V winning ball detection sensor 108 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. The V winning ball detection sensor 108 outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of a game ball that has passed through the V region (passing through the V region by the game ball). The main control circuit 200 sets a V winning flag area to be described later in response to an input of a detection signal from the V winning ball detection sensor 108.
The distribution means includes a V passing state in which game balls that have entered the prize winning device 53 are distributed to the V region, a non-V passing state in which game balls that have entered the bonus winning device 53 are distributed to the discharge region, It is possible to be displaced.
As a result, when the distribution means is displaced to the V passing state, it becomes impossible for the game ball that has entered the prize winning device 53 to pass through the discharge area, and the game that has entered the prize winning device 53 The sphere is distributed to the V region. On the other hand, when the allocating means is displaced to the non-V passing state, it is impossible for the game ball that has entered the bonus winning device 53 to pass through the V region, and the game that has entered the bonus winning device 53 The balls are distributed to the discharge area. The distribution means is displaced by a V distribution solenoid 67 (see FIG. 3).
The game balls that have entered the prize winning device 53 are distributed to one of the V area and the discharge area by the distributing means, and after passing through one of the V area and the discharge area, to the back side of the game board 11 Discharged. In the present embodiment, the game ball that has entered the prize winning device 53 passes through one of the V area and the discharge area after being detected by the prize winning ball detection sensor 105, and the back of the game board 11. Discharged to the side.

A first out port 58 for discharging game balls from the game area 30 is provided at the lowest position in the game area 30. In addition, a second out port 59 for discharging game balls from the game region 30 is provided between the upper left other winning port 55 and the lower left other winning port 56 in the game region 30.
An out ball detection sensor 109 (see FIG. 3) is disposed on the back side of the game board 11. The out ball detection sensor 109 mainly controls the detection signal in response to the detection of the game ball (the game ball entering the first out port 58 or the second out port 59) entering each of the out ports 58 and 59. Output to the circuit 200. Here, the out-sphere detection sensor 109 may output the detection signal to the effect control circuit 300.
Furthermore, a plurality of nails (not shown) are arranged in the game area 30 so as to guide the game balls to the entrances 51 to 57 and the start gate 41.

A state display device 63 (see FIG. 3) is provided at a predetermined position on the game board 11. The status display device 63 is configured by an LED or the like. The status display device 63 includes a special figure 1 hold number display, a special figure 2 hold number display, a universal figure hold number display, a round number display, a launch position display, and the like.
The special figure 1 number-of-holds indicator displays the number of times the display of the lottery results of the first special symbol lottery is suspended (special figure 1 number of holds). The special figure 2 number-of-holds indicator displays the number of times the display of the lottery result of the second special symbol lottery is suspended (special figure 2 number of reservations). The number of times that the display of the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery is put on hold is displayed on the usual figure hold number display (the number of hold of the normal figure). On the round number display, the type of the big hit gaming state (the number of round games executed) is displayed. The launch position indicator displays a path (one of the left path and the right path) that specifies the launch of the game ball.

Also, at a predetermined position of the game board 11, there are a general figure display device 60 (see FIG. 3), a special figure 1 display device 61 (see FIG. 3), and a special figure 2 display device (see FIG. 3) 62. Is provided.
Each display device 60, 61, 62 is configured by a 7-segment LED, a dot matrix LED, or the like.
The general-purpose display device 60 can perform variable display and stop display of normal symbols made up of numbers, symbols, symbols, and the like. Then, the general symbol display device 60 displays the result of the normal symbol lottery according to the stopped normal symbol. Here, when the normal symbol stopped and displayed on the universal symbol display device 60 becomes a specific symbol, a gaming state per universal symbol which is a gaming state advantageous to the player is generated.
The special figure 1 display device 61 can perform a variable display and a stop display of the first special symbol made up of numerals, symbols, symbols, and the like. And in the special figure 1 display apparatus 61, the result of the 1st special symbol lottery is displayed by the 1st special symbol stopped and displayed.
The special figure 2 display device 62 can perform variable display and stop display of the second special symbol made up of numbers, symbols, symbols, and the like. Then, in the special figure 2 display device 62, the result of the second special symbol lottery is displayed by the stopped second special symbol.

Here, the display of the special symbol (first special symbol or second special symbol) on the special symbol display devices 61 and 62 and the effect symbol (first effect symbol to fourth effect) on the image display device 23 and the drum type display device 24. The display of the symbol) is associated with each of the timing when the variable display is started, the timing when the stop display is started, the lottery result indicated by the symbol that is stopped and displayed, and the like.
Specifically, in response to the start of the variable display of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol), the variable display of the effect symbol (the first effect symbol to the fourth effect symbol) is started. Further, in response to the start of the stop display of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol), the stop display of the effect symbol (the first effect symbol to the fourth effect symbol) is started. At this time, the effect symbols (first effect symbol to fourth effect symbol) are stopped and displayed in a combination corresponding to the special symbol (first special symbol or second special symbol) that is stopped and displayed.

  Further, the pachinko machine 1 is provided with an abnormality detection sensor (not shown) for detecting various abnormal states. Specifically, as various abnormality detection sensors, a magnetic detection sensor for detecting magnetism, a radio wave detection sensor for detecting radio waves, a vibration detection sensor for detecting vibrations, an inner frame opening sensor for detecting opening of the inner frame 3, a door A glass frame opening sensor for detecting the opening of the unit 4 is included. The various abnormality detection sensors output detection signals corresponding to the abnormal states to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of various abnormal states.

(Control system configuration)
Next, the configuration of the control system in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the control system of the pachinko machine.
As shown in FIG. 3, the pachinko machine 1 includes a main control circuit 200, an effect control circuit 300, a payout control circuit 400, and a power supply circuit 600 that supplies power (electric power) to the control circuits 200, 300, 400, and the like. And.
Each of the control circuits 200, 300, and 400 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a ROM (Read Only Memory) that stores a program related to the progress of the game and data necessary for the progress of the game, and a CPU that is stored in the ROM. And a RAM (Random Access Memory) serving as a temporary storage area used for proceeding with processing based on a program. The main control circuit 200, the effect control circuit 300, and the payout control circuit 400 are each mounted on separate boards.

The main control circuit 200 includes a CPU 210, a ROM 220, a RAM 230, an input port 240, an output port 250, a frequency generation circuit 260, and a hard random number generation circuit 270.
The input port 240 includes a plurality of input ports (in this embodiment, input port 0, input port 1, input port 2, and input port 3).
A detection signal from each magnetic detection sensor 112, a RAM clear signal from the RAM clear switch, and the like are input to the input port 0.
The input port 1 has a detection signal from the big winning ball detection sensor 103, a detection signal from the prize winning ball detection sensor 105, a detection signal from the left other winning ball detection sensor 106, and a detection signal from the right other winning ball detection sensor 107. A detection signal, a detection signal from the V winning ball detection sensor 108, a detection signal from the out ball detection sensor 109, and the like are input.
The input port 2 includes a detection signal from the special ball start ball detection sensor 101, a detection signal from the special ball start ball detection sensor 102, a detection signal from the general ball start ball detection sensor 104, and a power cut-off detection circuit. A power shutdown notice signal or the like is input.
A control command from the payout control circuit 400 is input to the input port 3.
Each input port (input port 0 to input port 2) is provided with a reception storage area corresponding to each signal (each detection sensor). In each reception storage area, 1-bit data indicating a reception state of a signal corresponding to the reception storage area is set. Specifically, each reception storage area is set to “1” when a signal corresponding to the reception storage area is input, and when a signal corresponding to the reception storage area is not input, “0” is set.

The output port 250 includes a plurality of output ports (in this embodiment, output port 0, output port 1, and output port 2).
The output port 0 outputs control signals to the display devices 60 to 63, the solenoids 64 to 67, and the like.
The output port 1 transmits a control command to the effect control circuit 300.
The output port 2 transmits a control command to the payout control circuit 400. Further, the output port 2 outputs external information (information relating to payout of prize balls, information relating to occurrence of an error (abnormal state), etc.) to the hall computer 700 via the payout control circuit 400 and the external terminal board 420. .

The output port 1 includes a transmission data register (not shown), a FIFO (First In First Out) buffer (not shown), and a transmission shift register (not shown).
The transmission data register outputs a control command input based on a subcommand transmission process (step S2-4), which will be described later, to the FIFO buffer.
The FIFO buffer is composed of a plurality of registers, and can store a plurality of control commands. The FIFO buffer stores the control command input from the transmission data register and outputs the stored control command to the transmission shift register in the input order.
The transmission shift register performs parallel-serial conversion on the control command input from the FIFO buffer, and transmits it to the effect control circuit 300 as serial data.

The ROM 220 stores a program related to the progress of the game and data necessary for the progress of the game. In particular, the ROM 220 stores, as data necessary for the progress of the game, a lottery table for executing various lotteries, various control commands necessary for controlling the effect control circuit 300, and the like.
The RAM 230 temporarily stores input / output data in the main control circuit 200, data for arithmetic processing, various counters (random number counter, timer counter, etc.), flags for managing lottery results and gaming states, and the like.
In particular, the RAM 230 stores start information that is acquired in response to input of detection signals from each of the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101, the special figure 2 start ball detection sensor 102, and the universal start ball detection sensor 104. An area is provided. Here, the starting information refers to information such as various random values acquired with the input of each detection signal.
Specifically, it is possible to store start information (hereinafter referred to as “usual map start information”) acquired when the detection signal from the general start ball detection sensor 104 is input as the start information storage area. Can be stored, and the start information acquired by the input of the detection signal from the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101 (hereinafter referred to as "special figure 1 start information") can be stored. The special figure 1 start information storage area and the start information acquired by the input of the detection signal from the special figure 2 start ball detection sensor 102 (hereinafter referred to as “special figure 2 start information”) may be stored. And possible special figure 2 starting information storage area.
In the special figure 1 start information storage area and the special figure 2 start information storage area, a predetermined number (four in this embodiment) is set as an upper limit, respectively, and start information (special figure 1 start information or special figure 2 start information) Can be stored.

The frequency generation circuit 260 generates a clock (synchronization signal) at a predetermined clock frequency (in this embodiment, 12 [MHz]), and outputs this clock to each of the CPU 210 and the hard random number generation circuit 270. The hard random number generation circuit 270 generates a random number for the normal symbol lottery, a random number for the first special symbol lottery, and a random number for the second special symbol lottery. The hard random number generation circuit 270 updates the value of the loop counter one by one within a predetermined range (for example, within a range of 0 to 65535) every time one clock is input from the frequency generation circuit 260, so Is generated. In the present embodiment, the value of the loop counter of the hard random number generation circuit 270 is updated every 0.083 [μs] (1 [s] / 12 [MHz] = 0.083 [μs]).
Note that the loop counter is set to correspond to each of the normal symbol lottery, the first special symbol lottery, and the second special symbol lottery.

The effect control circuit 300 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input port, and an output port.
The effect control circuit 300 displays the effect image on the image display device 23 and drives (rotates) each drum 24a to 24c (each stepping motor) in the drum display device 24 based on the control command received from the main control circuit 200. The lighting of the lamps 20 and 21 and the output of the production sound from the sound generator 22 are controlled.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a program related to the progress of the effect, data necessary for the progress of the effect, and the like.
The RAM of the effect control circuit 300 temporarily stores control commands received from the main control circuit 200, data for performing arithmetic processing, and the like.
The CPU of the effect control circuit 300 determines the content of the effect to be executed based on the control command received from the main control circuit 200. Then, display control data, motor control data, lamp control data, sound control data, and the like are generated in accordance with an effect control table (effect program) corresponding to the content of the determined effect. Control signals based on the generated control data are output to the image display device 23, the drum display device 24 (each stepping motor), the lamps 20 and 21, and the sound generator 22.

The payout control circuit 400 controls the game ball launching operation by the game ball launcher 430 based on the detection signal input from the launch volume.
Specifically, the payout control circuit 400 controls the launch operation of the game ball by the game ball launching device 430 so that the game ball is launched into the game area 30 with a strength according to the detection signal input from the launch volume. To do.
Also, the payout control circuit 400 controls the game ball payout operation by the game ball payout device 440 based on the control command received from the main control circuit 200 and the ball lending instruction signal received from the CR unit 500.
Specifically, the ball lending button 7 a transmits a ball lending operation signal to the CR unit 500 via the connection board 410 in response to the pressing operation. When the CR unit 500 receives the ball lending operation signal, the CR unit 500 subtracts the frequency necessary for paying out a predetermined number of balls from the remaining frequency of the valuable medium recorded on the inserted prepaid card, The record of the remaining frequency of the valuable medium in the prepaid card is updated, and a ball lending instruction signal instructing payout of a predetermined number of game balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400 via the connection board 410. Further, when the payout control circuit 400 receives the ball lending instruction signal, the payout control circuit 400 controls the game ball payout operation by the game ball payout device 440 so as to pay out a predetermined number of game balls.
When the prepaid cart is inserted and when the record of the remaining frequency of the valuable medium in the prepaid card is updated, the CR unit 500 transmits a frequency signal indicating the remaining frequency of the valuable medium via the connection board 410. It transmits with respect to the display apparatus 7c. When the frequency signal is received, the frequency display device 7c displays the remaining frequency of the valuable medium indicated by the frequency signal.
The return button 7 b transmits a return operation signal to the CR unit 500 via the connection board 410 in response to the pressing operation. When receiving the return operation signal, the CR unit 500 returns (discharges) the prepaid card in which the remaining frequency of the valuable medium remains.

(About various lotteries)
Next, various lotteries executed by the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
FIG. 4 is a diagram showing the winning probability of the special symbol lottery.
In the pachinko machine 1, the normal symbol lottery is executed with the passage of the start gate 41 by a game ball as an opportunity. When a normal symbol lottery is won, a gaming state is generated per regular drawing. In the normal game state, the ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced (opened) from the closed state to the open state, so that the game ball can enter the second start port 52.
In the present embodiment, one type of “per common figure” is set as the type of game state per common figure that occurs when the normal symbol lottery is won.

In the case of winning the “per symbol” by the normal symbol lottery, the normal symbol display device 60 performs control so that the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as “per symbol per symbol”.
On the other hand, when the normal symbol lottery is lost, the general symbol display device 60 controls the normal symbol to be stopped and displayed as “offset symbol”.
The pachinko machine 1 can execute time-shortening control as auxiliary control that is advantageous to the player.
During execution of the time-shortening control, the time for displaying the variation of the normal symbol is shortened compared to when the time-shortening control is stopped. Further, during the execution of the time-shortening control, the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 52a is extended (or the number of times of opening is increased) in the game state as usual, compared to when the time-shorting control is stopped.
It should be noted that during execution of the time reduction control, the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery may be improved as compared to when the time reduction control is stopped. Further, during execution of the time-shortening control, the special symbol variation display time (variation time) may be shortened as compared to when the time-shortening control is stopped.
In the present embodiment, when “per common figure” is won, in the opening control of the ordinary electric accessory 52a, the number of times the ordinary electric accessory 52a is opened is set to 1 [times]. The opening time of the electric accessory 52a is set to 0.5 [s] or 2.0 [s]. At this time, during execution of the time reduction control, the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 52a is set to 2.0 [s]. On the other hand, during the stop of the time reduction control, the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 52a is set to 0.5 [s].

Further, in the pachinko machine 1, the first special symbol lottery is executed in response to the game ball entering the first start port 51, and the second ball is input in response to the game ball entering the second start port 52. A special symbol lottery is executed.
As shown in FIG. 4A, in the pachinko machine 1, as a result of the special symbol lottery (each of the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery), “big hit”, “small hit”, “ ”Is set.
In the first special symbol lottery, the probability of winning the “big hit” is set to 1/199, the probability of winning the “small hit” is set to 0/199, and the probability of becoming “out of” (losing) is set. 198/199.
In the second special symbol lottery, the probability of winning the “big hit” is set to 1/199, the probability of winning the “small hit” is set to 198/199, and the probability of becoming “out of” (losing) is set. , 0/199.
Then, when the “big hit” is won by the special symbol lottery (the first special symbol lottery or the second special symbol lottery), the big hit gaming state is generated. In the big hit game state, the special electric accessory 54a is displaced from the closed state to the open state, and the game ball can enter the big winning device 54.
In addition, when the “small hit” is won by the special symbol lottery (the first special symbol lottery or the second special symbol lottery), the small hit gaming state is generated. In the small hit game state, the special electric accessory 53a is displaced from the closed state to the open state, and the game ball can enter into the accessory winning device 53. Then, when the passing of the V area by the game ball that has entered the accessory winning device 53 is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, the big hit gaming state occurs after the end of the small hit gaming state. Is done.

As shown in FIG. 4B, in the present embodiment, “big hit 1” and “big hit 2” are set as the “big hit” type (winning type selected when “big win” is won). Yes.
In this embodiment, in the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery, the selection probabilities (winning probabilities) of each winning type (various types of “big hit”) when winning “big hit” are the same. Is set.
Specifically, when “big hit” is won by special symbol lottery, the probability that “big hit 1” is selected is set to 40 [%], and the probability that “big hit 2” is selected is 60 [ %] Is set.
Further, as shown in FIG. 4C, in this embodiment, “small hit” is selected as “small hit” as the “small hit” type (winning type selected when “small hit” is won). 6 "is set.
In this embodiment, when “small hit” is won by the second special symbol lottery, the probability that “small hit 1” is selected is set to 3 [%], and “small hit 2” is selected. The probability is set to 5 [%], the probability that “3 small hits” is selected is set to 12 [%], and the probability that “4 small hits” is selected is set to 10 [%]. The probability of selecting “5 per small portion” is set to 30 [%], and the probability of selecting “6 per small portion” is set to 40 [%].
In the present embodiment, the “small hit” is not won by the first special symbol lottery. However, the configuration may be such that “small hit” can be won by the first special symbol lottery. In such a configuration, the selection probability (winning probability) of each winning type (each type of “small hit”) when “small hit” is won in the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery. May be the same or different from each other.

When “big hit 1” is won, the special symbol display devices 61 and 62 are controlled so that the special symbol is stopped and displayed with “large jackpot 1 symbol”. In addition, control is performed so that the first effect symbol to the fourth effect symbol are stopped and displayed as “one jackpot symbol”.
In the case of winning the “big hit 2”, the special symbol display devices 61 and 62 control the special symbols to be stopped and displayed at the “big hit 2 symbols”. In addition, control is performed so that the first effect symbol to the fourth effect symbol are stopped and displayed as “two jackpot symbols”.
In the present embodiment, “one jackpot symbol” and “two jackpot symbols” are identified by the combination of the first effect symbol to the third effect symbol stopped and displayed at the predetermined stop positions of the three drums 24a to 24c. It is an aspect in which information (for example, “7, 7, 7”) is aligned.

In the case of winning “1 small hit”, the special figure 2 display device 62 performs control so that the special symbol is stopped and displayed at “1 small hit”. In addition, control is performed so that the first effect symbol to the fourth effect symbol are stopped and displayed at “one small hit symbol”.
When the “small hit 2” is won, the special figure 2 display device 62 performs control so that the special symbol is stopped and displayed with “two small hits”. In addition, control is performed such that the first effect symbol to the fourth effect symbol are stopped and displayed at “two small hits symbol”.
When “3 small hits” is won, the special figure 2 display device 62 controls the special symbols to be stopped and displayed with “3 small hits”. Further, the first effect design to the fourth effect design are controlled so as to be stopped and displayed at “3 small hits”.
In the present embodiment, “one small symbol” to “three small symbols” are the same kind of combinations of the first effect symbol to the third effect symbol stopped and displayed at the predetermined stop positions of the three drums 24a to 24c. The identification information (for example, “7, 7, 7”) is aligned.
When “4 small hits” is won, the special figure 2 display device 62 controls the special symbols to be stopped and displayed with “4 small hits”. In addition, control is performed such that the first effect symbol to the fourth effect symbol are stopped and displayed at “4 small hits”.
When “5 small hits” is won, the special figure 2 display device 62 controls the special symbols to be stopped and displayed at “5 small hits”. Further, the first effect design to the fourth effect design are controlled to be stopped and displayed at “5 small hits”.
In the case of winning “6 small hits”, the special figure 2 display device 62 performs control so that the special symbol is stopped and displayed at “6 small hits”. Further, the first effect design to the fourth effect design are controlled so as to be stopped and displayed at “6 small hits”.
In the present embodiment, “4 small hits” to “6 small hits” are at least one of the first effect symbols to the third effect symbols stopped and displayed at the predetermined stop positions of the three drums 24a to 24c. The effect symbol type is a different combination (for example, “7, bell, 7”) from the other effect symbol types.

In the case of winning the “big hit 1” or “big hit 2”, a predetermined number of round games are executed in the big hit gaming state.
In the present embodiment, when “big hit 1” or “big hit 2” is won, five [round] round games are executed during the occurrence of the big hit gaming state.
In each round game, a predetermined longest open time (29.0 [s] in the present embodiment) has elapsed since the special electric accessory 54a was opened, and a grand prize was awarded during the round game. When the number of game balls entering the device 54 has reached a predetermined upper limit number (7 [balls] in the present embodiment), the process is terminated when one of the conditions is satisfied.
In addition, when “big hit 1” is won, the time reduction control is executed after the big hit gaming state ends. In this case, the time-saving control is started in response to the end of the jackpot gaming state, and is ended when a predetermined time-saving ending condition is satisfied.
In this embodiment, (1) winning a “big hit” by special symbol lottery, (2) detecting a V prize (passing through the V area by a game ball) during the occurrence of a small hit gaming state, (3 ) The total number of fluctuations executed during the time reduction control has reached a predetermined first time reduction number (100 [times] in the present embodiment), and (4) Special figure 2 fluctuation executed during the time reduction control. When the number of times has reached a predetermined second time reduction number (4 [times] in this embodiment), when one condition is satisfied, it is determined that the time reduction end condition is satisfied.
Here, the “total number of fluctuations” refers to the number of times of special symbol fluctuation display based on the first special symbol lottery (the number of times of start determination (first special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 1 start information) and the second special symbol lottery. This is the total of the number of times of special symbol change display based on the symbol lottery (the number of times of start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on the special symbol 2 start information).
The “special figure 2 fluctuation frequency” means the number of special symbol fluctuation display based on the second special symbol lottery (the number of times of start determination based on the special figure 2 start information).
In particular, when the time reduction control is terminated due to the establishment of the above condition (3), the time reduction control is terminated in accordance with the end of the special symbol variable display based on the first special symbol lottery. . As a result, the time reduction control is stopped during the special symbol stop display based on the first special time lottery.
In addition, when the time reduction control is terminated due to the establishment of the condition (4), the time reduction control is terminated in accordance with the end of the special symbol variation display based on the second special symbol lottery at the second time reduction. Is done. As a result, the time-shortening control is stopped during the special symbol stop display based on the second time-shortage special symbol lottery.
On the other hand, when winning the “big hit 2” by the special symbol lottery (the first special symbol lottery or the second special symbol lottery) executed during the execution of the hourly control, after the end of the jackpot gaming state, Executed. In this case, the time-saving control is started in response to the end of the jackpot gaming state, and is ended in response to the establishment of the above time-saving ending condition.
On the other hand, when winning the “big hit 2” by the special symbol lottery (the first special symbol lottery or the second special symbol lottery) executed during the stoppage of the hourly control, after the end of the jackpot gaming state, Not executed.

When winning from “small hit 1” to “small hit 6”, the player is in the small hit game state, and a predetermined number of hit games (in this embodiment, 1 [times]) are executed.
The small hit game of each time is that the longest open time (5.0 [s] in the present embodiment) set after the special electric accessory 53a is in the open state has elapsed, and that the small hit game is in progress The number of game balls that enter the prize-winning device 53 reaches the predetermined upper limit number (7 [balls] in the present embodiment).

In the present embodiment, a V winning game and a V non winning game are set as the types of the small hit games.
The “V winning game” is a type of a small hit game in which the V ball can be passed (easy) by a game ball that has entered the prize winning device 53 during execution of the small hit game. Specifically, in the V winning game, the special electric accessory 53a is displaced to the open state during the period in which the distribution means of the accessory winning device 53 is displaced to the V passing state. As a result, the game balls that have entered the prize winning device 53 during the execution of the V winning game are distributed to the V area by the distributing means and pass through the V area.
The “V prize-impossible game” is a type of a small hit game in which it is impossible (difficult) to pass through the V area by a game ball that has entered the prize winning device 53 during execution of the small hit game. . Specifically, in a game in which V prize cannot be awarded, the special electric accessory 53a is displaced to the open state during the period in which the distribution means of the accessory winning device 53 is displaced to the non-V passing state. As a result, the game balls that have entered the prize winning device 53 during the execution of a game in which no V prize can be won are distributed to the discharge area by the distribution means and do not pass through the V area.
In the case of winning from “small hit 1” to “small hit 3”, the small win game executed during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state includes a V winning game. In the present embodiment, when “1” per “small hit” to “3 per small” is won, 1 [time] V winning game is executed during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state.
In the case of winning from “small winning 4” to “small winning 6”, the small winning game executed during the occurrence of the small winning gaming state does not include the V winning game. In the present embodiment, when “Small Bonus 4” to “Small Bonus 6” is won, 1 [time] V non-winning game is executed during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state.

When the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, the big hit gaming state is generated after the end of the small hit gaming state.
In the case of winning the small hit game state, if the passing of the V region by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit game state, in the big hit game state that occurs after the end of the small hit game state, 15 [times] round games are executed.
When winning the “small hit 2” and the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, in the big hit gaming state that occurs after the end of the small hit gaming state, 10 [times] round games are executed.
When winning the “small hit 3” and the passing of the V region by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, in the big hit gaming state that occurs after the end of the small hit gaming state, 5 [times] round games are executed.
When winning the “small hit 4” and passing the V region by a game ball during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, in the big hit gaming state that occurs after the end of the small hit gaming state, 15 [times] round games are executed.
In the case of winning the small hit game state, if the passing of the V region by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit game state, in the big hit game state that occurs after the end of the small hit game state, 10 [times] round games are executed.
In the case of winning the “small hit 6”, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, in the big hit gaming state that occurs after the end of the small hit gaming state, 5 [times] round games are executed.
As described above, each round game includes a predetermined longest open time (29.0 [s] in the present embodiment) after the special electric accessory 54a is opened, and the round During the game, the number of game balls entered into the big winning device 54 has reached a predetermined upper limit (7 [balls] in the present embodiment), and the process is terminated when one of the conditions is met.

  In addition, when winning from “small hit 1” to “small hit 6” and passing of the V region by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, after the end of the small hit gaming state Time reduction control is executed after the end of the generated jackpot gaming state. In this case, the time-saving control is started in response to the end of the jackpot gaming state, and is ended in response to the establishment of the above time-saving ending condition.

(About control commands)
Next, control commands transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the effect control circuit 300 and control commands transmitted / received between the main control circuit 200 and the payout control circuit 400 will be described.
The main control circuit 200 and the effect control circuit 300 are connected to each other via a serial communication harness. Here, communication between the main control circuit 200 and the effect control circuit 300 is performed only in one direction from the main control circuit 200 to the effect control circuit 300, and communication from the effect control circuit 300 to the main control circuit 200 is performed. Not done.
Each control command transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the effect control circuit 300 is composed of 1-byte upper data indicating the type of the control command and 1-byte lower data indicating the contents of the control command. Yes.
Then, the main control circuit 200 transmits a control command composed of upper data and lower data to the effect control circuit 300 by serial communication. In the effect control circuit 300, when a control command is received from the main control circuit 200, a serial communication reception interrupt is generated, and the data of the control command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM by this interrupt processing.

In the pachinko machine 1, as control commands transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the effect control circuit 300, a symbol type designation command, a first variation pattern designation command, a second variation pattern designation command, a stop designation command, a game state designation Set commands, hold number designation command, opening designation command, round start designation command, round end designation command, ending designation command, V winning designation command, out designation command, right-handed notification start designation command, right-handed notice termination designation command, etc. Has been.
The symbol type designation command is a command for designating a special symbol stop symbol type (a lottery result of special symbol lottery). The symbol type designation command indicates that the special symbol stop symbol type is “out of symbol”, “big hit p symbol” (one of “one jackpot symbol” or “two jackpot symbols”) or “small bonus q symbol”. (One of “one small symbol” to “six small symbols”) is designated. The symbol type designation command is transmitted when the special symbol variable display is started. In the present embodiment, symbols corresponding to the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery are set as the symbol type designation command.

The first variation pattern designation command and the second variation pattern designation command are commands for designating the type (variation pattern number) of the variation pattern of the special symbol. In the present embodiment, the first variation pattern designation command and the second variation pattern designation command each designate a variation pattern (variation time) associated with the variation pattern number by designating the variation pattern number. .
The first variation pattern designation command designates the variation pattern of the first half period (hereinafter referred to as “first variation pattern”) in the variation display of the effect symbol.
In the present embodiment, m (plural) types of patterns are set as the first variation pattern, which are associated with different variation times. The first variation pattern designation command designates one of m types of first variation patterns.
The second variation pattern designation command designates a variation pattern of the latter half period (hereinafter referred to as “second variation pattern”) in the variation display of the effect symbols z1 and z2.
In the present embodiment, n (plural) types of patterns are set as the second variation pattern, which are associated with different variation times. The second variation pattern designation command designates one of the n types of second variation patterns.
The first variation pattern designation command and the second variation pattern designation command are transmitted at the start of variation display of the special symbol.

The stop designation command is a command for designating a special symbol stop display. The stop designation command is transmitted at the start of the special symbol stop display. Stop designation commands are set corresponding to the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery.
The game state designation command is a command for designating a game state (game state offset value).
The “game state offset value” is information for designating a game state. In the present embodiment, as the gaming state offset value, for each combination of the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the jackpot after rotation counter Corresponding numerical value is set.
The gaming state designation command designates one gaming state offset value. The game state designation command is transmitted when the power is turned on or when a special game phase to be described later is changed.

The hold number designation command is a command for designating the hold number. In the present embodiment, the number-of-holds designation command designates that the number of holds (the special figure 1 hold number or the special figure 2 hold number) has increased by “1”, the hold number has decreased by “1”, the hold number, etc. .
Here, the “special figure 1 hold number” means the number of the notice display (variation display and stop display) of the first special symbol on the special figure 1 display device 61 being held. The “special figure 2 hold number” refers to the number of the second special symbol notification display (fluctuation display and stop display) held on the special figure 2 display device 62.
The number-of-holds designation command is transmitted when power is turned on, when starting information is stored, when a special symbol variation display is started, or the like. In the present embodiment, commands corresponding to the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery are set as the hold number designation commands.

The opening designation command is a command for designating the start of an opening period (opening period in a jackpot gaming state or opening period in a small hit gaming state). The opening designation command is the type of the jackpot gaming state to be started (one of “one bonus per jackpot” to “6 bonus jackpots per jackpot”, “one jackpot” and “two jackpots”) or the jackpot game to be started Specify the status type (one of “1 per small” to “6 per small”). The opening designation command is transmitted at the start of the opening period.
The round start designation command is a command for designating the start of a round game or the start of a small hit game. The round start designation command is transmitted at the start of a round game or at the start of a small hit game.
The round end designation command is a command for designating the end of the round game or the end of the small hit game. The round end designation command is transmitted at the end of the round game or at the end of the small hit game.
The ending designation command is a command for designating the start of an ending period (an ending period in a jackpot gaming state or an ending period in a jackpot gaming state). The ending designation command is transmitted at the start of the ending period.
The V winning designation command is a command for designating passing of the V area (V winning) by the game ball. The V winning designation command is transmitted when it is detected that the game ball has passed through the V area.

The out designation command is a command for designating the entry (discharge) of game balls into the out mouths 58 and 59. The out designation command is transmitted in response to an input of a detection signal from the out ball detection sensor 109.
The right-handed notification start designation command is a command for designating the start of right-handed notification. The right-handed notification start designation command is transmitted at the start of right-handed notification.
The right-handed notification end designation command is a command for designating the end of right-handed notification. The right-handed notification end designation command is transmitted at the end of the right-handed notification.

The main control circuit 200 and the payout control circuit 400 are connected to each other via a harness for serial communication. Here, communication between the main control circuit 200 and the payout control circuit 400 is performed in both directions. Each control command transmitted / received between the main control circuit 200 and the payout control circuit 400 is composed of 1-byte data.
The main control circuit 200 transmits a control command to the payout control circuit 400 by serial communication. In the payout control circuit 400, when a control command is received from the main control circuit 200, a serial communication reception interrupt is generated, and the data of the control command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM by this interrupt processing. Also, the payout control circuit 400 transmits a control command to the main control circuit 200 by serial communication. When receiving a control command from the payout control circuit 400, the main control circuit 200 generates a serial communication reception interrupt, and stores the data of the control command in a predetermined area of the RAM 230 by this interrupt processing.
In the pachinko machine 1, a prize ball number designation command or the like is set as a control command transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the payout control circuit 400.
The prize ball number designation command is a command for designating the number of prize balls to be paid out. In this embodiment, the prize ball number designation command designates the payout of n (n = 2, 3, 4 or 10) prize balls. The award ball number designation command is transmitted when the award ball payout operation is executed by the payout control circuit 400.
Further, in the pachinko machine 1, control commands transmitted from the payout control circuit 400 to the main control circuit 200 include occurrence / release of payout errors, occurrence / release of full tank errors, occurrence / release of ball clogging errors, etc. Control commands that specify each are set. Each control command is transmitted upon detection of occurrence / release of various errors.

(Processing executed by main control circuit 200)
Next, processing executed by the main control circuit 200 will be described.
First, the functions of the hardware configured in the main control circuit 200 will be described.
When the pachinko machine 1 is powered on, the hard random number generation circuit 270 receives the value of the loop counter every time one clock is input from the frequency generation circuit 260 (in this embodiment, every 0.083 [μs]). Is started within a predetermined range (in the present embodiment, within a range of 0 to 65535), and a hard random number update process is started. Then, the hard random number update process updates each of the normal symbol lottery random numbers, the first special symbol lottery jackpot random numbers, and the second special symbol lottery jackpot random numbers. The hard random number update process is executed as a function of the hard random number generation circuit 270 (hardware), and is executed independently of the process executed by the CPU 210 described later based on software.
When power is turned on to the pachinko machine 1, the transmission shift register of the output port 1 (output port 250) transmits a control command stored in the FIFO buffer to the effect control circuit 300. Start processing. The control command transmission process is executed as a function of the output port 1 (hardware), and is executed independently of the process executed by the CPU 210 described later based on software.

Next, a game control process executed by the CPU 210 of the main control circuit 200 based on a program (software) related to the progress of the game stored in the ROM 220 will be described.
FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the CPU initialization process.
When the pachinko machine 1 is powered on, the CPU 210 starts the CPU initialization process shown in FIG. When the CPU initialization process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S1-1.
In step S1-1, an initial setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-2. In the initial setting process, settings necessary for executing various processes are performed.
Specifically, in the initial setting process, the top address of the stack area is set in the stack pointer. Also, a vector type interrupt mode is set as the interrupt mode.
In step S1-2, a wait processing time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-3. In the wait processing time setting process, a predetermined wait processing time is set in the timer counter. Then, measurement of the set wait processing time by the timer counter is started.
In step S1-3, a RAM clear signal reading process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-4. In the RAM clear signal reading process, the RAM clear signal is read.
Here, the pachinko machine 1 is provided with a ram clear switch (not shown). When power is turned on while the ram clear switch is pressed, a ram clear signal is input to the input port 240 (input port 0).
In the RAM clear signal reading process, a value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to the ram clear signal of the input port 240 is read.

In step S1-4, it is determined whether or not the wait processing time set in step S1-2 has elapsed. If it is determined that the wait processing time has elapsed (Yes), the process proceeds to step S1-5. If it is determined that the wait processing time has not elapsed (No), the process of step S1-4 is repeated.
In step S1-5, a RAM access permission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-6. In the RAM access permission processing, processing necessary for permitting access to the work area of the RAM 230 is executed.
Specifically, in the RAM access permission process, a value corresponding to access permission is stored as a RAM protect value in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the CPU 210 is allowed to access the work area of the RAM 230 (including the use-prohibited area and the stack area).
In step S1-6, based on the value read in step S1-3 (value set in the reception storage area corresponding to the ram clear signal), it is determined whether or not the ram clear signal is input. If it is determined that it has not been input (No), the process proceeds to step S1-7. If it is determined that the ram clear signal has been input (Yes), the process proceeds to step S1-16.

In step S1-7, it is determined whether or not power interruption occurrence information is stored in the power interruption occurrence information flag area of the RAM 230. If it is determined that the power interruption occurrence information is saved (Yes), If the process proceeds to S1-8 and it is determined that the power interruption occurrence information is not stored (No), the process proceeds to Step S1-16.
In step S1-8, a checksum calculation process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-9. In the checksum calculation process, a checksum is calculated based on the backup information.
Here, the “backup information” is stored in all areas of the RAM 230 excluding the power shutdown occurrence information flag area and the checksum buffer area in the work area (work area including the use prohibited area and the stack area). Information.
In step S1-9, it is determined whether or not the checksum calculated in step S1-8 is normal. If it is determined that the checksum is normal (Yes), the process proceeds to step S1-10. If it is determined that the checksum is not normal (No), the process proceeds to step S1-16.
If the checksum value calculated in step S1-8 matches the checksum value stored in the checksum buffer area, it is determined that the checksum is normal, and step S1. If the checksum value calculated in -8 does not match the checksum value stored in the checksum buffer area, it is determined that the checksum is not normal.

In step S1-10, a power shutdown occurrence information release process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-11. In the power cutoff occurrence information release process, the power cutoff occurrence information set in the power cutoff occurrence information flag area of the RAM 230 is released (erased).
In step S1-11, a game state return process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-12. In the gaming state return process, various values are set in the work area of the RAM 230 based on the backup information, and the gaming state when the occurrence of power interruption is detected is restored.
Specifically, in the gaming state return process, based on the backup information, the values of various flags (time reduction control flag, V winning flag, previous jackpot symbol flag, special gaming phase flag, normal gaming phase flag, etc.) are set. Set the values of various counters (such as the big hit rear rotation number counter).
As a result, based on the backup information, the information stored in the RAM 230 is restored to the state when the occurrence of power shutdown is detected.
In step S1-12, a power recovery subcommand transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-13. In the power-return subcommand transmission process, a subcommand (control command transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the effect control circuit 300) designating that the power supply has been restored is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230. To do.
In step S1-13, a power supply return payout command transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-14. In the power return payout command transmission process, a payout command (control command transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the payout control circuit 400) designating that the power supply has been recovered from the power shutdown is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. To do.

In step S1-14, an effect return subcommand transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-15. In the production start subcommand transmission process, the production return subcommand (power restoration return phase designation command, gaming state designation command, etc.) is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
Here, the “power supply restoration phase designation command” is a control command for designating a special game phase in which the performance is restored.
In the effect return subcommand transmission process, first, the current special game phase is confirmed based on the value of the special game phase flag set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. Then, a power return phase designation command for designating the confirmed special game phase is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
Also, a gaming state offset value is calculated based on the current gaming state. Specifically, the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the jackpot after rotation counter are checked to correspond to this check result. A gaming state offset value is calculated. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S1-15, an interrupt setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to a main loop process (step S2-1). In the interrupt initial setting process, the CTC (counter / timer circuit), which is a peripheral device, is initialized.
Specifically, the CPU 210 sets an interrupt vector register, and sets an interrupt count value (4.0 [ms] in the present embodiment) in the CTC.

In step S1-16, a RAM clear process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-17. In the RAM clear process, the RAM 230 is initialized.
Specifically, in the RAM clear process, information stored in the RAM 230 (excluding the use-prohibited area) is cleared (erased). As a result, the work area and stack area of the RAM 230 are all initialized, and even if valid backup information is stored, the contents are erased.
Specifically, in a predetermined area of the RAM 230, predetermined initial values are set as values of various flags (time reduction control flag, V winning flag, previous jackpot symbol flag, special game phase flag, normal game phase flag, etc.). A predetermined initial value (in this embodiment, “0”) is set as the value of various counters (such as a big hit rear rotation number counter).
In step S1-17, RAM clear subcommand transmission processing is executed, and the flow proceeds to step S1-18. In the RAM clear subcommand transmission process, a subcommand designating that the RAM clear has been executed is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM230.
In step S1-18, a RAM clear payout command transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-14. In the RAM clear payout command transmission process, a payout command designating that the RAM clear has been executed is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, main loop processing executed by the CPU 210 will be described.
FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the main loop process.
When the CPU initialization process (step S1-15) shown in FIG. 5 ends, the CPU 210 starts the main loop process shown in FIG. When the main loop process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S2-1.
In step S2-1, an interrupt prohibition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S2-2. In the interrupt prohibition process, an interrupt prohibition state for prohibiting interrupts of other processes is set. As a result, during a period in which the interrupt disabled state is set, execution of power-off saving processing, timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later, is prohibited.
In step S2-2, an initial value random number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S2-3. In the initial value random number update process, the value of the loop counter for generating the initial value random number is updated.
Here, the “initial value random number” is used to determine an initial value and an end value of a soft random number (a winning design random number, a first variation pattern random number, a second variation pattern random number, etc.) that is a random number generated in the program. It is a random number.
That is, the value of the loop counter that generates the soft random number is updated within a range from a preset initial value to an end value. The initial value and end value of the loop counter that generates the soft random number are changed every time the value of the loop counter reaches the end value. At this time, the initial value and end value of the loop counter are determined based on the initial value random number.

In step S2-3, main command analysis processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S2-4. In the main command analysis process, a main command received from the payout control circuit 400 (a control command transmitted from the payout control circuit 400 to the main control circuit 200) is analyzed, and a process corresponding to the analysis result is executed.
In step S2-4, a subcommand transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S2-5. In the subcommand transmission process, the subcommand stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230 is output to the transmission data register of the output port 250 (output port 1).
As a result, the subcommand input to the transmission data register is stored (stored) in the FIFO buffer. Then, the subcommands stored in the FIFO buffer are transmitted to the effect control circuit 300 in a predetermined order by the transmission shift register.
In step S2-5, an interrupt permission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S2-6. In the interrupt enable process, the interrupt disabled state is canceled. As a result, during the period from the execution of the interrupt permission process of step S2-5 to the execution of the interrupt prohibition process of step S2-1, execution of the power-off saving process, timer interrupt process, etc. is permitted. Interrupt enabled period.
In step S2-6, other random number update processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S2-1. In other random number update processing, soft random numbers excluding the winning design random numbers (first variation pattern random numbers, second variation pattern random numbers, etc.) are updated.

Next, the power-off saving process executed by the CPU 210 will be described.
FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the power-off saving process.
The power supply circuit 600 is connected to a power cutoff detection circuit (not shown). The power shutdown detection circuit monitors the power supply voltage supplied by the power supply circuit 600, and outputs a power shutdown notice signal to the main control circuit 200 when the value of the power supply voltage falls below a predetermined reference value. .
When the CPU 210 receives the power-off notice signal, the CPU 210 starts the power-off saving process shown in FIG. 7 during the interrupt permission period of the main loop process. When the power saving shutdown process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S3-1.
In step S3-1, a register saving process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-2. In the register saving process, the register value used during the execution of the main loop process is saved in the saving area of the RAM 230.
In step S3-2, a power-off notice signal reading process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-3. In the power shutdown notice signal reading process, the power shutdown notice signal is read from the power shutdown detection circuit.
Specifically, in the power shutdown notice signal reading process, the value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to the power shutdown notice signal of the input port 240 is read.
In step S3-3, based on the value read in step S3-2 (value set in the reception storage area corresponding to the power shutdown notice signal), is the power shutdown notice signal input from the power shutdown detection circuit? If it is determined (bit check) and it is determined that the power shutdown notice signal is input (Yes), the process proceeds to step S3-4, and it is determined that the power shutdown notice signal is not input. In (No), it transfers to step S3-13.

In step S3-4, an output port stop process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-5. In the output port stop process, output of control signals and control commands by the output port 250 (output port 0 to output port 2) is stopped. Further, the detection signal input to the input port 240 (input port 0 to input port 3) is stopped.
In step S3-5, a checksum storage process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-6. In the checksum storage process, a checksum is calculated for information stored in all areas of the work area of the RAM 230 except for the power interruption occurrence information flag area and the checksum buffer area. Then, the calculated checksum value is stored in the checksum buffer area.
In step S3-6, a power interruption occurrence information setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-7. In the power shutdown occurrence information setting process, the power shutdown occurrence information is set (stored) in the power shutdown occurrence information flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S3-7, a RAM access prohibition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-8. In the RAM access prohibition process, a process for prohibiting access to the work area of the RAM 230 is executed.
Specifically, in the RAM access prohibition process, a value corresponding to access prohibition is stored as a RAM protect value in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, access to the work area (including the use-prohibited area and the stack area) of the RAM 230 by the CPU 210 is prohibited.

In step S3-8, a loop counter setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-9. In the loop counter setting process, a predetermined number of times of power-off notice signal reading is set as the value of the return determination loop counter.
In step S3-9, a power-off notice signal reading process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-10. In the power shutdown notice signal reading process, the power shutdown notice signal is read from the power shutdown detection circuit.
Specifically, in the power shutdown notice signal reading process, the value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to the power shutdown notice signal of the input port 240 is read.
In step S3-10, based on the value read in step S3-9 (value set in the reception storage area corresponding to the power shutdown notice signal), is the power shutdown notice signal input from the power shutdown detection circuit? If it is determined that the power-off notice signal is not input (No), the process proceeds to step S3-11, and if it is determined that the power-off notice signal is input (Yes). Shifts to Step S3-8.
In step S3-11, a loop counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-12. In the loop counter update process, a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the value set in the return determination loop counter is newly set in the return determination loop counter.
In step S3-12, it is determined whether or not the value of the return determination loop counter is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the return determination loop counter is “0” (Yes), the CPU If the process proceeds to the initialization process (step S1-1) and it is determined that the value of the return determination loop counter is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S3-9.
In step S3-13, a register return process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process returns to the original process. In the register restoration process, the register value saved in step S3-1 is restored. Then, after the register restoration process is completed, the process returns to the main loop process (program address indicated by the stack pointer).

Next, timer interrupt processing executed by the CPU 210 will be described.
FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing timer interrupt processing.
The frequency generation circuit 260 generates an interrupt request signal every predetermined interrupt cycle (4.0 [ms] in this embodiment).
In response to the generation of the interrupt request signal, the CPU 210 starts the timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 8 during the interrupt permission period of the main loop process. When the timer interrupt process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S4-1.
In step S4-1, a register saving process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-2. In the register saving process, all register values used during the execution of the main loop process are saved in the saving area of the RAM 230.
In step S4-2, an interrupt permission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-3. In the interrupt permission process, an interrupt is permitted.
In step S4-3, dynamic port output processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-4. In the dynamic port output process, a control signal is output to each of the display devices 60 to 63 (each LED).
Specifically, in the dynamic port output process, the drive information (drive signal) set in the dynamic port output request buffer of the RAM 230 is output to the output port 250 (output port 0). Accordingly, the display devices 60 to 63 (each LED) are controlled to be turned on by the dynamic lighting method based on the drive signal set in the dynamic port output request buffer.

In step S4-4, port input processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-5. In the port input process, the latest switch state is accurately acquired.
Here, an input port 0 status flag area, an input port 1 status flag area, and an input port 2 status flag area are set in the RAM 230.
The input port 0 status flag area includes a switch status storage area corresponding to each signal (each detection sensor) input to the input port 0. In each switch state storage area, 1-bit data (a state in which a signal is input or a state in which a signal is not input) of a signal (detection sensor) corresponding to the switch state storage area (a state in which no signal is input) “1” or “0”) is set.
Specifically, when a signal corresponding to the switch state storage area is input to each switch state storage area, “1” is set, and a signal corresponding to the switch state storage area is not input. Sometimes “0” is set.
In the present embodiment, the input port 0 state flag area includes the switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the radio wave detection sensor, the switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from each magnetic detection sensor, and the vibration detection sensor. Switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the inner frame opening sensor, switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the inner frame opening sensor, switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the glass frame opening sensor, and RAM clear switch And a switch state storage area corresponding to the RAM clear signal from.

The input port 1 state flag area includes a switch state storage area corresponding to each signal (each detection sensor) input to the input port 1. In each switch state storage area, 1-bit data (“1” or “0”) indicating a switch state of a signal corresponding to the switch state storage area is set.
Specifically, when a signal corresponding to the switch state storage area is input to each switch state storage area, “1” is set, and a signal corresponding to the switch state storage area is not input. Sometimes “0” is set.
In the present embodiment, the input port 1 state flag area includes a switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the big winning ball detection sensor 103 and a switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the accessory winning ball detection sensor 105. A switch state storage area corresponding to a detection signal from the left other winning ball detection sensor 106, a switch state storage area corresponding to a detection signal from the right other winning ball detection sensor 107, and a V winning ball detection sensor 108 A switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal and a switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the out ball detection sensor 109 are configured.

The input port 2 state flag area includes a switch state storage area corresponding to each signal (each detection sensor) input to the input port 2. In each switch state storage area, 1-bit data (“1” or “0”) indicating a switch state of a signal corresponding to the switch state storage area is set.
Specifically, when a signal corresponding to the switch state storage area is input to each switch state storage area, “1” is set, and a signal corresponding to the switch state storage area is not input. Sometimes “0” is set.
In the present embodiment, the input port 2 state flag area includes a switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101 and a switch corresponding to the detection signal from the special figure 2 start ball detection sensor 102. A state storage area, a switch state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the normal start ball detection sensor 104, and a switch state storage area corresponding to the power cutoff notice signal from the power cutoff detection circuit. Yes.

Further, the RAM 230 is set with an input port 1 on detection flag area and an input port 2 on detection flag area.
The input port 1 ON detection flag area includes an ON state storage area corresponding to each signal (each detection sensor) input to the input port 1. In each on-state storage area, 1-bit data (“1” or “0”) indicating whether an on-state is detected for a signal corresponding to the on-state storage area is set.
Specifically, each on-state storage area is set to “1” when an on-state is detected for a signal corresponding to the on-state storage area, and an on-state is set for a signal corresponding to the on-state storage area. When not detected, “0” is set.
Here, the “on state” refers to a state in which the signal is not input and the signal is input.
In the present embodiment, the input port 1 on detection flag area includes an on state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the big winning ball detection sensor 103 and an on state storage corresponding to the detection signal from the accessory winning ball detection sensor 105. From the area, the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the left other winning ball detection sensor 106, the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the right other winning ball detection sensor 107, and the V winning ball detection sensor 108 The on-state storage area corresponding to the detection signal and the on-state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the out-sphere detection sensor 109 are configured.
In the following description, the value set (stored) in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the big winning ball detection sensor 103 is referred to as “big winning opening switch bit data”, and from the bonus winning ball detection sensor 105 The value set in the on-state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the other left winning ball detection sensor 106 is the value set in the on-state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of Is “left other winning opening switch bit data”, and the value set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the right other winning ball detection sensor 107 is “right other winning opening switch bit data”. The value set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the ball detection sensor 108 is “V winning switch bit data”, and the out ball detection sensor 109 The value set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal is "out switch bit data".
That is, the input port 1 on detection flag (value set in the input port 1 on detection flag area) includes the big winning opening switch bit data, the accessory switch bit data, the left other winning opening switch bit data, and the right Other winning opening switch bit data, V winning switch bit data, and out switch bit data are included.

The input port 2 on detection flag area includes an on state storage area corresponding to each signal (each detection sensor) input to the input port 2. In each on-state storage area, 1-bit data (“1” or “0”) indicating whether an on-state is detected for a signal corresponding to the on-state storage area is set.
Specifically, each on-state storage area is set to “1” when an on-state is detected for a signal corresponding to the on-state storage area, and an on-state is set for a signal corresponding to the on-state storage area. When not detected, “0” is set.
In the present embodiment, the input port 2 ON detection flag area corresponds to the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101 and the detection signal from the special figure 2 start ball detection sensor 102. An on-state storage area, an on-state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the normal start ball detection sensor 104, and an on-state storage area corresponding to the power cutoff notice signal from the power cutoff detection circuit. ing.
In the following description, the value set (stored) in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101 is referred to as "first start port switch bit data", and the special figure 2 start ball The value set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the detection sensor 102 is “second start port switch bit data”, and the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal from the general start ball detection sensor 104 The value set to “gate switch bit data” is referred to as “gate switch bit data”, and the value set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the power cutoff notice signal from the power cutoff detection circuit is referred to as “power cutoff switch bit data”.
That is, the input port 2 on detection flag (value set in the input port 2 on detection flag area) includes the first start port switch bit data, the second start port switch bit data, the gate switch bit data, the power supply And cut-off switch bit data.

In the port input process, first, a value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to each signal of the input port 0 is read. Based on the read value, the value of each switch state storage area in the input port 0 state flag area is updated.
Specifically, when “1” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to each signal, “1” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal, and the reception storage corresponding to the signal is performed. When “0” is set in the area, “0” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal.

Next, the value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to each signal of the input port 1 is read. Then, based on the read value and the value set in each switch state storage area of the input port 1 state flag area (value set in the process related to the previous step S4-4), the input port 1 ON The value (each switch bit data) in each ON state storage area of the detection flag area is updated.
Specifically, for each signal, the value set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal (the value set in the previous step S4-4) and the reception storage area corresponding to the signal. Check the set value. For each signal, when “0” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal and “1” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to the signal, the signal “1” is set in the on-state storage area corresponding to, and “0” is set in the on-state storage area corresponding to the signal in other cases.
Here, “other cases” means that “0” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal and “0” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to the signal. When “1” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal and “0” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to the signal, and the switch state corresponding to the signal This is the case where “1” is set in the storage area and “1” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to the signal.
Next, based on the read value (value set in the reception storage area corresponding to each signal of the input port 1), the value of each switch state storage area of the input port 1 state flag area is updated.
Specifically, when “1” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to each signal, “1” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal, and the reception storage corresponding to the signal is performed. When “0” is set in the area, “0” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal.
Thus, for each signal, the value set in the switch state storage area in the previous step S4-4 is “0”, and the value set in the switch state storage area in the current step S4-4 is “0”. If it is “1”, “1” is set in the ON state storage area in this step S4-4 (ON state is detected).

Next, the value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to each signal of the input port 2 is read. Based on the read value and the value set in each switch state storage area of the input port 2 state flag area (the value set in the process related to the previous step S4-4), the input port 2 ON The value (switch bit data) of each on-state storage area in the detection flag area is updated.
Specifically, for each signal, the value set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal (the value set in the previous step S4-4) and the reception storage area corresponding to the signal. Check the set value. For each signal, when “0” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal and “1” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to the signal, the signal “1” is set in the on-state storage area corresponding to, and “0” is set in the on-state storage area corresponding to the signal in other cases.
Here, “other cases” means that “0” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal and “0” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to the signal. When “1” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal and “0” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to the signal, and the switch state corresponding to the signal This is the case where “1” is set in the storage area and “1” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to the signal.
Next, based on the read value (value set in the reception storage area corresponding to each signal of the input port 2), the value of each switch state storage area of the input port 2 state flag area is updated.
Specifically, when “1” is set in the reception storage area corresponding to each signal, “1” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal, and the reception storage corresponding to the signal is performed. When “0” is set in the area, “0” is set in the switch state storage area corresponding to the signal.
Thus, for each signal, the value set in the switch state storage area in the previous step S4-4 is “0”, and the value set in the switch state storage area in the current step S4-4 is “0”. If it is “1”, “1” is set in the ON state storage area in this step S4-4 (ON state is detected).

In step S4-5, timer update processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-6. In the timer update process, various timers are updated. Specifically, in the timer update process, the values of various timer counters (special game timer, normal game timer, external information timer, error timer, etc.) are updated.
In step S4-6, an initial value random number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-7. The initial value random number update process in step S4-6 is the same process as the initial value random number update process in step S2-2. Specifically, in the initial value random number update process, the value of the loop counter for generating the initial value random number is updated.
In step S4-7, a winning symbol random number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-8. In the winning symbol random number update process, the value of a loop counter for generating a winning symbol random number among soft random numbers is updated.
In step S4-8, switch management processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-9. In the switch management process, a process (acquisition of various random numbers, etc.) corresponding to the state of each starting ball detection sensor 101, 102, 104 (whether or not an on state is detected) is executed. The switch management process will be described later.
In step S4-9, a special game management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-10. In the special game management process, the operations of the special figure display devices 61 and 62 and the operations of the special electric accessories 53a and 54a are managed. The special game management process will be described later.
In step S4-10, a normal game management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-11. In the normal game management process, the operation of the general diagram display device 60 and the operation of the ordinary electric accessory 52a are managed. The normal game management process will be described later.
In step S4-11, an error management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-12. In the error management process, various errors (abnormal conditions) are determined, and settings are made according to the determination results.

In step S4-12, a winning opening switch process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-13. In the winning opening switch processing, processing (update of various counters, etc.) according to the state of each of the detection sensors 101 to 103, 105 to 107, 109 (whether or not an on state is detected) is executed.
Specifically, in the winning opening switch process, first, it is determined whether or not the on state of the big winning ball detection sensor 103 is detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the special winning ball detection sensor 103 has been detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to a value set in the winning ball control counter 1 described later is newly set as the winning ball control counter. Set to 1.
In the winning opening switch process, first, it is determined whether or not the on-state of the prize winning ball detection sensor 105 is detected. If it is determined that the on-state of the prize winning ball detection sensor 105 is detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value set in the prize ball control counter 1 is newly set as the prize ball control counter 1. Set to.
In the winning opening switch process, it is next determined whether or not the ON state of the other left winning ball detection sensor 106 is detected. When it is determined that the ON state of the other left winning ball detection sensor 106 has been detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to a value set in a winning ball control counter 2 described later is newly set as the winning ball control. Set to Counter 2.
In the winning opening switch process, it is next determined whether or not the ON state of the other right winning ball detection sensor 107 is detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the right other winning ball detection sensor 107 is detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value set in the winning ball control counter 2 is newly set as the winning ball control counter 2. Set to.
In the winning opening switch process, it is next determined whether or not the ON state of the special figure 1 starting ball detection sensor 101 is detected. When it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 1 starting ball detection sensor 101 has been detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to a value set in a prize ball control counter 3 described later is newly awarded as a prize ball. Set to control counter 3. If it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101 has been detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value set in the external information start port counter is newly set for the external information. Set to the start counter.
In the winning opening switch process, it is next determined whether or not the ON state of the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 is detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 is detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to a value set in a prize ball control counter 4 described later is newly awarded as a prize ball. Set to control counter 4. If it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 has been detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value set in the external information starting port counter is newly added. Set to the start counter.
In the winning opening switch processing, it is next determined whether or not the ON state of the out ball detection sensor 109 is detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the out ball detection sensor 109 has been detected, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value set in the external information out switch counter is newly set as the external information out switch counter. Set to.

In step S4-13, a payout control management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-14. In the payout control management process, a payout command is generated based on the value of the prize ball control counter set in step S4-12, and the generated payout command is transmitted.
In the present embodiment, as the winning ball control counter, the winning ball control counter 1 that stores the number of ball playing balls that have entered the winning devices 53 and 54, and the number of ball playing balls that have entered the other winning ports 55 to 57 are shown. The stored prize ball control counter 2, the prize ball control counter 3 that stores the number of ball game balls that have entered the first start port 51, and the number of ball game balls that have entered the second start port 52 are stored. The prize ball control counter 4 is set.

In the payout control management process, first, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 1 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 1 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (in this embodiment, 10 [balls]) of payout balls is generated, The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. After that, when the payout of the prize ball by the game ball payout device 440 is completed, the payout control circuit 400 transmits a main command designating the completion of the payout to the main control circuit 200. Then, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 1 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 2 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 2 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (in this embodiment, 10 [balls]) of payout balls is generated, The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. Thereafter, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 2 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 3 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 3 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (3 balls in this embodiment) of prize balls is generated, The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. Thereafter, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 3 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 4 is “1” or more. If it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 4 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (in this embodiment, 2 [balls]) of payout balls is generated, The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. Thereafter, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 4 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.

In step S4-14, a launch position designation management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-15. The launch position designation management process will be described later.
In step S4-15, external information management processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-16. In the external information management process, external information (external signal) to be output to the hall computer 700 is set.
Specifically, in the external information management process, it is determined whether or not the value of the external information start port counter has reached a predetermined value (1 [sphere] in the present embodiment). If it is determined that the value of the external information start port counter has reached a predetermined value, external information indicating that the number of balls entering the start ports 51 and 52 has reached a predetermined number is stored in the port of the RAM 230. Store in the output request buffer. Thereafter, a predetermined value (1 [sphere] in the present embodiment) is subtracted from the value of the external information start port counter.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the external information out switch counter has reached a predetermined value. When it is determined that the value of the external information out switch counter has reached a predetermined value, external information indicating that the number of detected game balls detected by the out ball detection sensor 109 has reached a predetermined number is stored in the RAM 230. Store in port output request buffer. Thereafter, a predetermined value is subtracted from the value of the external information out switch counter.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the external information timer (timer counter) is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the external information timer is “1” or more, external information indicating the occurrence of an abnormal state is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In step S4-16, a test signal management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-17. In the test signal management process, test information (test signal) is set.
Specifically, in the test signal management process, test information indicating an internal state (a jackpot gaming state, a jackpot gaming state, an execution state of time reduction control, etc.) is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S4-17, an LED display setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-18. In the LED display setting process, drive information (drive signal) for controlling the lighting of each of the display devices 60 to 63 (each LED) is set in the dynamic port output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S4-18, solenoid data setting processing is executed, and the flow proceeds to step S4-19. In the solenoid data setting process, drive information (drive signal) output to each solenoid 64 to 67 is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In step S4-19, port output processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-20. In the port output process, various signals are output to the hall computer 700, the solenoids 64 to 67, and the like.
Specifically, in the port output process, various information (external signals, control signals, etc.) set in the port output request buffer is output to the output port 250 (output port 0). As a result, the external signal set in the port output request buffer is output to the hall computer 700 via the payout control circuit 400 and the external terminal board 420. Further, the solenoids 64 to 67 are driven and controlled based on the driving signal set in the port output request buffer.
In step S4-20, a register return process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process returns to the original process. In the register restoration process, the register value saved in step S4-1 is restored. Then, after the register restoration process is completed, the process returns to the main loop process (program address indicated by the stack pointer).

Next, the switch management process in step S4-8 will be described.
FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the switch management process.
When the switch management process is executed in step S4-8, as shown in FIG. 9, first, the process proceeds to step S5-1.
In step S5-1, it is determined whether or not the on-state of the general-purpose start ball detection sensor 104 has been detected. When it transfers to S5-2 and it determines with not having detected the ON state of the usual starting ball | bowl detection sensor 104 (No), it transfers to step S5-3.
Here, when “1” is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the normal start ball detection sensor 104 (when the gate switch bit data of the input port 2 ON detection flag is “1”). In the case where it is determined that the ON state of the general-purpose start ball detection sensor 104 has been detected, and “0” is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the general-purpose start ball detection sensor 104 (input port) When the gate switch bit data of the 2-on detection flag is “0”), it is determined that the on-state of the normal start ball detection sensor 104 is not detected.
In step S5-2, a normal start ball detection process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S5-3. The normal start ball detection process will be described later.

In step S5-3, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the special figure 1 starting ball detection sensor 101 is detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 1 starting ball detection sensor 101 is detected (Yes), When the process proceeds to step S5-4 and it is determined that the on-state of the special figure 1 starting ball detection sensor 101 is not detected (No), the process proceeds to step S5-5.
Here, when “1” is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101 (the first start port switch bit data of the input port 2 ON detection flag is “1”). ), It is determined that the ON state of the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101 has been detected, and "0" is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101. If the first start port switch bit data of the input port 2 ON detection flag is “0”, it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 1 start ball detection sensor 101 is not detected.
In step S5-4, the special figure 1 starting ball detection process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S5-5. The special figure 1 starting ball detection process will be described later.
In step S5-5, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 has been detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 has been detected (Yes), Then, the process proceeds to step S5-6, and if it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 is not detected (No), the process proceeds to step S5-7.
Here, when “1” is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the special figure 2 start ball detection sensor 102 (the second start port switch bit data of the input port 2 ON detection flag is “1”). ), It is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102 has been detected, and "0" is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the special figure 2 starting ball detection sensor 102. If the second start port switch bit data of the input port 2 ON detection flag is “0”, it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 start ball detection sensor 102 is not detected.
In step S5-6, the special figure 2 starting ball detection process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S5-7. The special figure 2 starting ball detection process will be described later.
In step S5-7, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the V winning ball detection sensor 108 has been detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the V winning ball detection sensor 108 has been detected (Yes), step S5- If it is determined that the ON state of the V winning ball detection sensor 108 is not detected (No), the process proceeds to step S5-9.
Here, when “1” is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the V winning ball detection sensor 108 (when the V winning switch bit data of the input port 1 ON detection flag is “1”). Is determined that the ON state of the V winning ball detection sensor 108 is detected, and “0” is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the V winning ball detection sensor 108 (input port 1 ON). If the V winning switch bit data of the detection flag is “0”), it is determined that the ON state of the V winning ball detection sensor 108 is not detected.
In step S5-8, V winning ball detection processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S5-9. In the V winning detection process, first, it is determined whether or not a small hit gaming state is occurring.
If it is determined that the small hit gaming state is occurring, “1” is set in the V winning flag area of the RAM 230. Also, the V winning designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the small hit gaming state is not occurring, the process is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process.
Here, a value (special game phase) set in a special game phase flag area of the RAM 230, which will be described later, is a special game phase related to the small hit game state ("pre-workpiece release state", "community release control state") , “Actual object closing effective state” or “community opening end wait state”), it is determined that a small hit gaming state is occurring, and a value corresponding to another special gaming phase. If it is, it is determined that the small hit gaming state is not occurring.

In step S5-9, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the out ball detection sensor 109 is detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the out ball detection sensor 109 is detected (Yes), the process proceeds to step S5-10. If it is determined that the ON state of the out-ball detection sensor 109 has not been detected (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-9).
Here, when “1” is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the out ball detection sensor 109 (when the out switch bit data of the input port 1 ON detection flag is “1”). When it is determined that the ON state of the out ball detection sensor 109 is detected and “0” is set in the ON state storage area corresponding to the detection signal of the out ball detection sensor 109 (the input port 1 ON detection flag is out) When the switch bit data is “0”), it is determined that the ON state of the out-ball detection sensor 109 is not detected.
In step S5-10, an out-sphere detection process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-9). In the out sphere detection process, the out designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the normal starting ball detection process in step S5-2 will be described.
FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing a general-purpose starting ball detection process.
When the normal starting ball detection process is executed in step S5-2, as shown in FIG. 10, first, the process proceeds to step S6-1.
In step S6-1, a normal random number acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S6-2. In the routine random number acquisition process, a winning random number (random number value) is acquired (loaded) from a loop counter corresponding to the normal symbol lottery.
In step S6-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the general-purpose hold number counter is an upper limit value (in this embodiment, “1”), and it is determined that the value of the general-purpose hold number counter is not the upper limit value. In (No), the process proceeds to step S6-3, and when it is determined that the value of the general-purpose hold number counter is the upper limit value (Yes), the series of processes is terminated and the next process (step S5- Move to 3).
In step S6-3, a general-purpose pending number counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S6-4. In the usual figure pending number counter update process, a value obtained by adding "1" to the value set in the usual figure pending number counter is newly set in the usual figure pending number counter.
In step S6-4, a regular random number storage process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-3). In the usual random number saving process, the winning random number acquired in step S6-1 is stored in the usual figure start information storage area of the RAM 230 as the usual figure start information.

Next, the special figure 1 starting ball detection process of step S5-4 will be described.
FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the special figure 1 starting ball detection process.
When the special figure 1 start ball detection process is executed in step S5-4, as shown in FIG. 11, first, the process proceeds to step S7-1.
In step S7-1, a special symbol identification value setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S7-2. In the special symbol identification value setting process, a special symbol identification value corresponding to the first special symbol lottery is set in the special symbol identification value setting area of the RAM 230.
In step S7-2, a holding number counter address setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S7-3. In the holding number counter address setting process, the address of the special figure 1 holding number counter is set in the holding number counter address setting area of the RAM 230.
In step S7-3, a special symbol random number acquisition process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-5). The special symbol random number acquisition process will be described later.

Next, the special figure 2 starting ball detection process of step S5-6 will be described.
FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the special figure 2 starting ball detection process.
When the special figure 2 starting ball detection process is executed in step S5-6, as shown in FIG. 12, first, the process proceeds to step S8-1.
In step S8-1, a special symbol identification value setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S8-2. In the special symbol identification value setting process, a special symbol identification value corresponding to the second special symbol lottery is set in the special symbol identification value setting area of the RAM 230.
In step S8-2, a holding number counter address setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S8-3. In the holding number counter address setting process, the address of the special figure 2 holding number counter is set in the holding number counter address area of the RAM 230.
In step S8-3, a special symbol random number acquisition process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-7). The special symbol random number acquisition process will be described later.

Next, the special symbol random number acquisition process in steps S7-3 and S8-3 will be described.
FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing a special symbol random number acquisition process.
When the special symbol random number acquisition process is executed in steps S7-3 and S8-3, as shown in FIG. 13, first, the process proceeds to step S9-1.
In step S9-1, a special symbol identification value acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-2. In the special symbol identification value acquisition process, the special symbol identification value set in the special symbol identification value setting area of the RAM 230 is acquired (loaded).
In step S9-2, a special figure hold number acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-3. In the special figure hold number acquisition process, the value of the special figure hold number counter (special figure 1 hold number counter or special figure 2 hold number counter) specified by the address set in the hold number counter address area (special figure 1 hold number) Number or special figure 2 hold number) is acquired (loaded).
In step S9-3, a special figure random number acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-4. In the special figure random number acquisition process, various random numbers (random number values) such as jackpot random numbers, jackpot symbol random numbers, first variation pattern random numbers, second variation pattern random numbers are acquired (loaded) from the loop counter corresponding to each lottery. At this time, the corresponding loop counter is selected based on the special symbol identification value acquired in step S9-1.
In step S9-4, it is determined whether or not the special figure hold number (special figure 1 hold number or special figure 2 hold number) acquired in step S9-2 is an upper limit value ("4" in the present embodiment). If it is determined that the special figure hold number is not the upper limit value (No), the process proceeds to step S9-5. If it is determined that the special figure hold number is the upper limit value (Yes), a series of processes is performed. And the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-5 or S5-7).

In step S9-5, a special figure holding number counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-6. In the special figure hold number counter update process, the value set in the special figure hold number counter (special figure 1 hold number counter or special figure 2 hold number counter) specified by the address set in the hold number counter address area A value obtained by adding “1” to is newly set in the special figure holding number counter.
In step S9-6, a special figure random number storage process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-7. In the special figure random number storing process, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are used as special figure start information (special figure 1 start information or special figure 2 start information) as a special figure start information storage area (special figure 1 start). Information storage area or special figure 2 start information storage area).
At this time, if the special symbol identification value acquired in step S9-1 is a value corresponding to the first special symbol lottery, various random numbers (special diagram 1 starting information) are stored in the special symbol 1 starting information storage area. If it is a value corresponding to the second special symbol lottery, various random numbers (special figure 2 start information) are stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area.

In step S9-7, the number-of-holds designation command setting process is executed, the series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-5 or S5-7). In the hold number designation command setting process, a hold number designation command for designating that the special figure hold number (the special figure 1 hold number or the special figure 2 hold number) has increased by “1” is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230. To do.
At this time, if the special symbol identification value acquired in step S9-1 is a value corresponding to the first special symbol lottery, the number-of-holds designation command for designating that the number of special symbol 1 reservations has increased by "1" Is stored in the sub-command output request buffer of the RAM 230, and if the value corresponds to the second special symbol lottery, a hold number designation command for designating that the special figure 2 hold number has increased by "1" is stored in the RAM 230. Is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.

Next, the special game management process in step S4-9 will be described.
FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the special game management process.
In the present embodiment, as a state / stage (hereinafter referred to as “special game phase”) of a game (hereinafter referred to as “special game”) executed based on a special symbol lottery, , `` Special figure changing state '', `` Special figure stop symbol display state '', `` Big prize opening before opening '', `` Large winning opening opening control state '', `` Large winning opening closed effective state '', Specified as "Large end opening wait state", "Pre-opening state", "Opening control state", "Effective closing state", and "Opening end wait state" Has been.
In the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230, a value (special game phase flag) corresponding to one of the eleven special game phases is set.
The ROM 220 stores special game control modules corresponding to each special game phase as special game control modules (programs) for controlling (executing) special games.
In the special game management process, a special game control module corresponding to the value set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is selected, and a process based on the selected special game control module is executed.

Specifically, when the special game management process is executed in step S4-9, the process first proceeds to step S10-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S10-1, a special game phase acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S10-2. In the special game phase acquisition process, the value (special game phase) set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is acquired (loaded).
In step S10-2, a special game control module acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S10-3. In the special game control module acquisition process, the special game control module corresponding to the value (special game phase) acquired in step S10-1 is read.
In step S10-3, a special game control module execution process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-10). In the special game control module execution process, a process based on the special game control module read in step S10-2 is started.
Specifically, when the value acquired in step S10-1 is a value corresponding to the “special figure change waiting state”, a special figure change waiting process described later is started, and the “special figure change waiting state” is started. In the case of a value corresponding to, a special figure changing process to be described later is started, and in the case of a value corresponding to "special figure stop symbol display state", a special figure stopping process to be described later is started, When the value corresponds to “a state before opening the big prize opening”, a pre-opening process for a special prize opening described later is started. When the value of the winning prize opening control process is started and the value corresponds to the “Large winning opening closed effective state”, the winning opening closing effective process described later is started, and the “Large winning opening open wait state” is entered. When the value is a corresponding value, a special winning opening opening end wait process described later is performed. If it is a value corresponding to the “state before opening of an accessory”, processing for pre-release of an accessory described later is started, and if it is a value corresponding to the “state of opening of an accessory”, it will be described later. In the case where the bonus release control process is started and the value corresponds to the “offense effective state”, the bonus closing effective process which will be described later is started, and the value corresponding to the “open bonus end wait state” is set. In some cases, a bonus release end wait process described later is started.

Next, the special figure variation waiting process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the special figure variation waiting process.
When the special figure fluctuation waiting process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 15, the process first proceeds to step S11-1.
In step S11-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is “1” or more, and when it is determined that the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is not “1” or more (No). Shifts to step S11-2, and when it is determined that the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is “1” or more (Yes), shifts to step S11-3.
In step S11-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure 1 hold number counter is “1” or more, and it is determined that the value of the special figure 1 hold number counter is “1” or more (Yes). In step S11-3, if it is determined that the value of the special figure 1 holding number counter is not equal to or greater than “1” (Yes), the series of processing is terminated and the next processing (step S10-4) is performed. ).
In step S11-3, a special figure hold number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-4. In the special figure hold number update process, the special figure hold number (the special figure 1 hold number or the special figure 2 hold number) is updated.
Specifically, in the special figure hold number update process, first, the start information (special figure 1 start) stored in the start information storage area (the special figure 1 start information storage area and the special figure 2 start information storage area) of the RAM 230. Information and special figure 2 start information) is selected as determination start information.
In this embodiment, the start determination for the special figure 2 start information stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area is given priority over the special figure 1 start information stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area. (Special figure winning judgment, special figure stop symbol judgment, special figure fluctuation pattern judgment, etc.) are executed.
Therefore, when the special figure 2 start information is stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area, the special figure 2 start information stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area is acquired (stored first). ) Is selected as the determination start information.
On the other hand, when the special figure 2 start information is not stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area, the special figure 1 start information stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area is first acquired (stored). ) Is selected as the determination start information.
Next, the value of the special figure hold number counter (the special figure 1 hold number counter or the special figure 2 hold number counter) is updated. At this time, if the determined determination start information is the special figure 1 start information, a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the value set in the special figure 1 hold number counter is newly added to the special figure 1 hold. Set to number counter. On the other hand, if the determined determination start information is the special figure 2 start information, a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the value set in the special figure 2 hold number counter is newly added to the special figure 2 hold number. Set to counter.

In step S11-4, a special figure winning determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-5. In the special symbol winning determination process, the result of the special symbol lottery is determined (special symbol winning determination).
In the special symbol winning determination process, first, it is determined whether or not the result of the special symbol lottery is “big hit” based on the big hit random number included in the determination start information and the special figure big hit lottery table (big hit determination) To do.
The ROM 220 stores a special figure jackpot lottery table in which special symbol lottery jackpot values are registered, and a special figure jackpot lottery table in which special symbol lottery jackpot values are registered.
In the special symbol winning determination process, first, it is determined whether or not the result of the special symbol lottery is “big hit” based on the big hit random number included in the determination start information and the special figure big hit lottery table (big hit determination) To do.
Specifically, if it is determined that the value of the jackpot random number included in the determination start information matches the jackpot value registered in the special figure jackpot lottery table, the result of the special symbol lottery is set to “jackpot” (Winning) is determined.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the jackpot random number included in the determination start information does not match the jackpot value registered in the special figure jackpot lottery table, then the jackpot random number included in the determination start information and Then, based on the special figure small hit lottery table, it is determined whether or not the result of the special symbol lottery is “small hit” (small hit determination).
Specifically, when it is determined that the jackpot random number value included in the determination start information matches the jackpot value registered in the special figure small hit lottery table, the result of the special symbol lottery is set to “ It is determined as “small hit” (winning).
On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the jackpot random number included in the determination start information does not match the jackpot value registered in the special figure small hit lottery table, the result of the special symbol lottery “ Judgment is made.

In step S11-5, a special figure stop symbol determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-6. In the special symbol stop symbol determination process, the special symbol stop symbol type (stop symbol number) is determined (special symbol stop symbol determination).
The ROM 220 stores a jackpot symbol lottery table in which the correspondence between the value of the winning symbol random number and the type of jackpot symbol (“one jackpot symbol” or “two jackpot symbols”) is registered.
In addition, the ROM 220 stores a small winning symbol lottery table in which the correspondence between the value of the random symbol number and the type of the small winning symbol (“one small symbol” to “six small symbols”) is registered. Yes.
In the special symbol stop symbol determination process, when it is determined that the jackpot symbol (winning) is determined by the special symbol winning symbol determination, the type of the jackpot symbol is determined.
Specifically, the type of jackpot symbol (stop symbol number) is determined based on the winning symbol random number included in the determination start information and the jackpot symbol lottery table.
On the other hand, in the special figure stop symbol determination process, when it is determined as “small winning” (winning) by the special symbol winning determination, the type of the small bonus symbol is determined.
Specifically, the type (stop symbol number) of the small winning symbol is determined based on the winning symbol random number included in the determination start information and the small winning symbol lottery table.
On the other hand, in the special symbol stop symbol determination process, when it is determined as “out of” (decision) by the special symbol winning determination, “exclusion symbol” is determined as the type of stop symbol (stop symbol number).
In the special symbol stop symbol determination process, next, the determined stop symbol type (stop symbol number) is stored in the stop symbol storage area of the RAM 230.
In step S11-6, a symbol type designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-7. In the symbol type designation command setting process, the symbol type designation command for designating the type of stop symbol (stop symbol number) determined in step S11-5 is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.

In step S11-7, special figure fluctuation pattern determination processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-8. In the special figure variation pattern determination process, the type (variation pattern number) of the variation pattern of the special symbol is determined (special pattern variation pattern determination).
The ROM 220 stores a second variation pattern lottery table in which the correspondence between the second variation pattern random number and the type (variation pattern number) of the second variation pattern is registered.
Further, as the second variation pattern lottery table, the type of determination start information (special figure 1 start information or special figure 2 start information) and the special figure win determination result ("big hit", "small hit", or "out") And a second variation pattern lottery table corresponding to each combination of the execution status of time-shortening control (running or stopped) and the number of holdings (the number of holdings of special figure 1 or the number of holdings of special figure 2). Yes.
In addition, as the second variation pattern lottery table corresponding to the execution of the time reduction control, the second variation pattern lottery table corresponding to each combination of the value of the first time reduction counter and the value of the second time reduction counter is stored. ing.
Of the second variation pattern lottery tables stored in the ROM 220, only a specific type (specific variation pattern number) is registered as the type of the second variation pattern in the specific second variation pattern lottery table. (Other types other than the specific type are not registered). On the other hand, among the second variation pattern lottery tables stored in the ROM 220, specific types (specific variation pattern numbers) are registered in other second variation pattern lottery tables excluding the specific second variation pattern lottery table. (Other types other than the specific type are registered).
In the present embodiment, the specific second variation pattern lottery table includes a second variation pattern lottery table corresponding to the case where the value of the first time reduction counter is “1”, and the type of determination start information is special figure 2 start. And a second variation pattern lottery table corresponding to the case where the value of the second time reduction counter is “1”.
As a result, for the variation display based on the short time final start determination, the specific type (specific variation pattern number) is always selected as the type of the second variation pattern. On the other hand, for the variation display based on other start determinations excluding the short time final start determination, the specific type (specific change pattern) is not selected as the type of the second change pattern.
The “short time final start determination” is based on the end of the variable symbol display based on the start determination among the start determinations (steps S11-4, S11-5, S11-7) executed during the time reduction control. This is a start determination in which the short-time control is terminated.
Specifically, out of the start determination (start determination based on the special figure 1 start information or start determination based on the special figure 2 start information) executed during the time reduction control, the predetermined first short number of times (in the present embodiment, , 100 [first]) start determination is the shortest final start determination. Alternatively, among the start determinations based on the special figure 2 start information executed during the time-shortening control, the predetermined second time-shortening number (4th time in the present embodiment) is determined as the time-shortest final start determination. Become.

The ROM 220 stores a first variation pattern lottery table in which the correspondence between the first variation pattern random number and the first variation pattern type (variation pattern number) is registered.
In addition, as the first variation pattern lottery table, a first variation pattern lottery table corresponding to each type (variation pattern number) of the second variation pattern is stored.

In the special figure variation pattern judgment process, the type of judgment start information (special figure 1 start information or special figure 2 start information), the special figure winning judgment result ("big hit", "small hit" or "out of"), The execution status (running or stopped) of the time-saving control and the number of holdings (the number of holdings in Fig. 1 or the number of holdings in Fig. 2) are checked, and the second variation pattern lottery table corresponding to the check result is read. Then, based on the second variation pattern random number included in the determination start information and the read second variation pattern lottery table, the type (variation pattern number) of the second variation pattern is determined.
In the special figure variation pattern determination process, next, a first variation pattern lottery table corresponding to the determined second variation pattern type (variation pattern number) is read. Then, the type (variation pattern number) of the first variation pattern is determined based on the first variation pattern random number included in the determination start information and the read first variation pattern lottery table.

In step S11-8, a variation pattern command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-9. In the variation pattern command setting process, the first variation pattern designation command for designating the type (variation pattern number) of the first variation pattern determined in step S11-7 is stored in the subcommand output request buffer. In addition, the second variation pattern designation command for designating the type (variation pattern number) of the second variation pattern determined in step S11-7 is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S11-9, a special figure variation time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-10. In the special figure variation time setting process, the variation display time (variation time) of the special symbol is set in the special game timer.
Specifically, in the special figure variation time setting process, a variation time (hereinafter referred to as “variation time 1”) corresponding to the type (variation pattern number) of one variation pattern determined in step S11-7 is acquired. In addition, a variation time (hereinafter referred to as “variation time 2”) corresponding to the type (variation pattern number) of the second variation pattern determined in step S11-7 is acquired. Then, the total time of the obtained fluctuation time 1 and fluctuation time 2 is calculated. Then, the calculated total time is set in the special game timer.
In step S11-10, special figure fluctuation display data setting processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-11. In the special figure fluctuation display data setting process, data for controlling the fluctuation display of the special figure display devices 61 and 62 is set.
Specifically, in the special figure variation display data setting process, first, a predetermined display time is set in the special figure display timer.
Next, when the determination start information is the special figure 1 start information, a predetermined initial value is set in the special figure display symbol counter corresponding to the special figure 1 display device 61. As a result, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the special figure 1 display device 61, the segment corresponding to the value of the special figure display symbol counter is controlled to be lit.
On the other hand, when the determination start information is the special figure 2 start information, a predetermined initial value is set in the special figure display symbol counter corresponding to the special figure 2 display device 62. Thereby, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the special figure 2 display device 62, the segment corresponding to the value of the special figure display symbol counter is controlled to be lit.

In step S11-11, a hold number designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-12. In the number-of-holds designation command setting process, a number-of-holds designation command that designates that the number of special figure holds (number of special figure 1 hold or number of special figure 2 hold) has decreased by “1” is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230. To do.
At this time, if the judgment start information is the special figure 1 start information, the pending number designation command for designating that the special figure 1 pending number has decreased by "1" is stored in the sub-command output request buffer of the RAM 230, If the judgment start information is the special figure 2 start information, a hold number designation command for designating that the special figure 2 hold number has decreased by "1" is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S11-12, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure changing state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the special figure changing process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the special figure changing process.
When the special figure changing process is executed in step S10-3, the process first proceeds to step S12-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S12-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S12-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S12-4.
In step S12-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure display timer is "0". If it is determined that the value of the special figure display timer is "0" (Yes), step S12- 3, when it is determined that the value of the special figure display timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S <b> 10-4).
In step S12-3, a special figure variation display data update process is executed, the series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special figure fluctuation display data update processing, data for controlling the fluctuation display of the special figure display devices 61 and 62 is updated.
Specifically, in the special figure change display data update process, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value of the special figure display symbol counter is newly set in the special figure display symbol counter.

In step S12-4, a special figure stop display data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S12-5. In the special figure stop display data setting process, data for controlling the stop display of the special figure display devices 61 and 62 is set.
Specifically, in the special symbol stop display data setting process, the stop symbol type (stop symbol number) stored in the stop symbol storage area of the RAM 230 is acquired.
Next, when the variable display of the first special symbol is terminated, a value corresponding to the acquired stop symbol type (stop symbol number) is set in the special symbol display symbol counter corresponding to the special symbol 1 display device 61. To do. As a result, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the special figure 1 display device 61, the segment corresponding to the value of the special figure display symbol counter is controlled to light (stop display).
On the other hand, when the variable display of the second special symbol is terminated, a value corresponding to the acquired stop symbol type (stop symbol number) is set in the special symbol display symbol counter corresponding to the special symbol 2 display device 62. . Thereby, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the special figure 2 display device 62, the segment corresponding to the value of the special figure display symbol counter is controlled to be lit (stop display).

In step S12-5, a special figure stop time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S12-6. In the special figure stop time setting process, the special symbol stop display time (stop time) is set in the special game timer.
The ROM 220 stores a stop time determination table in which correspondences between various types of second change patterns (each change pattern number) and stop times are registered.
In the stop time determination table, as the stop time corresponding to the specific type (specific change pattern number) among the second change pattern types, various other types (each of the second change pattern types excluding the specific type (each A time longer than the stop time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern number) is defined.
In the present embodiment, 6.0 [s] is defined as the stop time corresponding to the specific type (specific variation pattern number) among the types of the second variation pattern. On the other hand, 0.5 [s] is defined as the stop time corresponding to various types (variation pattern numbers) other than the specific type of the second variation pattern type.
Thus, for the special symbol stop display based on the short time final start determination, a longer stop time is set as compared to the special symbol stop display based on other start determinations excluding the short time final start determination. Specifically, 6.0 [s] is set as the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based on the short time final start determination. On the other hand, 0.5 [s] is set as the stop time related to the special symbol stop display based on the start determination of each time excluding the time-shortest final start determination among the start determinations executed during the time-shortening control. On the other hand, 0.5 [s] is set as the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based on the start determination executed during the stop of the time reduction control.
In particular, as a stop time corresponding to a specific type (specific change pattern number) of the second change pattern type, a time equal to or more than the “normal electric accessory opening control time” corresponding to the execution of the time-shortening control is defined. .
The “ordinary electric accessory release control time” refers to the time from the start of the opening control of the ordinary electric accessory 52a executed when the normal symbol lottery is won to the end of the opening control.
In the present embodiment, when the normal symbol lottery executed during the time-shortening control is won, the number of times of opening the ordinary electric accessory 52a is set to 1 [times], and the ordinary electric accessory 52a at each opening is set. The opening time is set to 2.0 [s]. Therefore, the normal electric accessory release control time corresponding to the execution of the time-shortening control is 2.0 [s], which is the time from the start of the opening of the first ordinary electric accessory 52a to the end of the opening. Become.
It should be noted that when the normal symbol lottery executed during the time-shortening control is won, the number of times the normal electric accessory 52a is opened may be set to 2 [times] or more. For example, when the normal symbol lottery executed during the time-shortening control is won, the number of times of opening the ordinary electric accessory 52a is 10 [times], and the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 52a at each opening is 0.2. Set to [s]. In the case of such a configuration, the ordinary electric accessory release control time corresponding to the execution of the time-shortening control is the last (tenth) ordinary electric accessory from the start of the opening of the first ordinary electric accessory 52a. This is the time until the end of the opening of the object 52a.
In the special figure stop time setting process, first, a stop time determination table is read. And based on the read stop time determination table, the stop time corresponding to the type (variation pattern number) of the two variation patterns determined in step S11-7 is acquired. Furthermore, the acquired stop time is set in the special game timer.

  In step S12-6, a stop designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S12-7. In the stop specification command setting process, the stop specification command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.

In step S12-7, a time reduction control management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S12-8. In the time reduction control management process, time reduction control is managed.
Specifically, in the time reduction control management process, first, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230.
Then, when it is determined that “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230, a time reduction end determination process described later is executed.
On the other hand, if it is determined that “1” is not set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230 (“0” is set), the process proceeds to step S12-8 without executing the time reduction end determination process. To do.
Note that “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230 during execution (operation) of the time reduction control, and “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230 while the time reduction control is stopped.

In the time reduction end determination process, first, “1” is subtracted from the value of the first time reduction counter.
Next, when the stop display of the second special symbol is terminated, “1” is subtracted from the value of the second time reduction counter. On the other hand, when the stop display of the first special symbol is terminated, the subtraction of the second time reduction counter is not executed.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the first time reduction counter is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the first time reduction counter is “0”, “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230 (time reduction control is stopped).
On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the first time reduction counter is not “0”, it is further determined whether or not the value of the second time reduction counter is “0”. When it is determined that the value of the second time reduction counter is “0”, “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230 (time reduction control is stopped).
On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the first time reduction counter is not “0” and the value of the second time reduction counter is not “0”, “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230. The state in which the time-shortening control is being executed is maintained.

In step S12-8, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure stop symbol display state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the special figure stopping process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the special figure stopping process.
When the special figure stopping process is executed in step S10-3, the process first proceeds to step S13-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S13-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S13-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In step S13-2, it is determined whether or not the stop symbol is a “big jackpot symbol” (“one jackpot symbol” or “two jackpot symbol”). ), The process proceeds to step S13-3, and when it is determined that the stop symbol is not the “big hit symbol” (No), the process proceeds to step S13-8.
In step S13-3, a game state update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-4. In the game state update process, the game state is updated.
Specifically, in the game state update process, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230.
When it is determined that “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230, “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area.
On the other hand, when it is determined that “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230, the state where “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area is maintained.

In step S13-4, special power control data setting processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-5. In the special electric combination control data setting process, control data for opening and closing the special electric combination 54a is set.
The ROM 220 stores a first type special power control table corresponding to each type of jackpot gaming state. Each type 1 special power control table includes an opening time, a prize opening closing time, a prize opening closing time, an ending time, the number of round games, the number of opening / closing switching corresponding to each round game, Control data (solenoid control data, control time data) corresponding to opening / closing switching is defined.
In the special power control data setting process, the first type special power control table corresponding to the type of stop symbol (big win symbol) is read, and the read first type special power control table is stored in the special power control table of the RAM 230. Set to area.
Next, “0” is set in the special electric utility continuous operation number counter.

In step S13-5, an opening time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-6. In the opening time setting process, a predetermined opening time is set in the special game timer with reference to the first type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S13-6, an opening designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-7. In the opening designation command setting process, an opening designation command for designating the type of jackpot gaming state to be started (“big hit 1” or “big hit 2”) is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S13-7, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “pre-big prize opening state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, it is next determined whether or not “1” is set in the right-handed notification flag area of the RAM 230. If it is determined that “1” is not set in the right-handed notification flag area (“0” is set), “1” is set in the right-hand notification start flag area of the RAM 230. On the other hand, if it is determined that “1” is set in the right-handed notification flag area, the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In the special game phase update process, next, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In step S13-8, it is determined whether or not the stop symbol is “small hit symbol” (one of “one bonus symbol” to “six bonus symbols”), and the stop symbol is “small bonus symbol”. "" (Yes), the process proceeds to step S13-9. If it is determined that the stop symbol is not "small hit symbol" (No), the process proceeds to step S13-13.
In step S13-9, a special power combination control data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-10. In the special electric combination control data setting process, control data for opening and closing the special electric combination 53a is set.
The ROM 220 stores a second type special power control table corresponding to each type of small hit gaming state. Each type 2 special power control table includes an opening time, an accessory closing effective time, an accessory closing time, an ending time, a number of small hit games, and bonus solenoid control data corresponding to each small hit game ( Solenoid control data, control time data), V distribution solenoid control data (solenoid control data, control time data) corresponding to each small hit game, and the like are defined.
In the special power control data setting process, the second type special power control table corresponding to the type of the stop symbol (small winning symbol) is read, and the read second type special power control table is used as the special power control of the RAM 230. Set in the table area.
Next, “0” is set in the special electric utility continuous operation number counter.

In step S13-10, an opening time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-11. In the opening time setting process, a predetermined opening time is set in the special game timer with reference to the second type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S13-11, an opening designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-12. In the opening designation command setting process, an opening designation command for designating the type of the small hit gaming state to be started (one of “1 per small hit” to “6 per small hit”) is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S13-12, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “state before releasing an accessory” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, it is next determined whether or not “1” is set in the right-handed notification flag area of the RAM 230. If it is determined that “1” is not set in the right-handed notification flag area (“0” is set), “1” is set in the right-hand notification start flag area of the RAM 230. On the other hand, if it is determined that “1” is set in the right-handed notification flag area, the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In the special game phase update process, next, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In step S13-13, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure change waiting state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
Next, in the special game phase update process, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the right-handed notification flag area of the RAM 230 (hereinafter, referred to as “first determination”).
If it is determined by the first determination that “1” is set in the right-hand notification flag area, it is further determined whether “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230. (Hereinafter referred to as “second determination”).
On the other hand, if it is determined by the first determination that “1” is not set in the right-hand notification flag area (“0” is set), the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). To do.
If it is determined by the second determination that “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230, it is further determined whether or not the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is “0” (hereinafter referred to as “0”). , “3rd determination”).
On the other hand, if it is determined by the second determination that “0” is not set in the time-shortening control flag area of the RAM 230 (“1” is set), the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). To do.
If it is determined by the third determination that the value of the special figure 2 holding number counter is “0”, “1” is set in the right-handed notification end flag area of the RAM 230.
On the other hand, if it is determined by the third determination that the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is not “0” (“1” or more), the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In the special game phase update process, next, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the big winning opening opening pre-processing executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the special winning opening.
When the big prize opening pre-processing is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 18, first, the process proceeds to step S14-1.
In step S14-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S14-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In step S14-2, a special electric combination continuous operation number counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S14-3. In the special electric power continuous operation frequency counter update process, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value set in the special electric power continuous operation frequency counter is newly set in the special electric power continuous operation frequency counter.
In step S14-3, a round start designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S14-4. In the round start designation command setting process, the round start designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.

In step S14-4, a special electric utility opening / closing switching frequency setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S14-5. In the special power combination opening / closing switching number setting process, the first type special power combination control table set in the special power combination control table area of the RAM 230 is referred to, and the opening / closing switching corresponding to the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter is performed. Read the number of times. Then, the read opening / closing switching frequency is set in the special electric utility switching frequency counter.
Next, “0” is set as the value of the special electric winning prize counter.
In step S14-5, a special power combination opening / closing switching process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S14-6. The special electric role opening / closing switching process will be described later.
In step S14-6, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “big winning opening release control state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the special power combination opening / closing switching process of steps S14-5 and S16-3 will be described.
FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the special power combination opening / closing switching process.
When the special power combination opening / closing switching process is executed in steps S14-5 and S16-3, as shown in FIG. 19, first, the process proceeds to step S15-1.
In step S15-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power utility switching frequency counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the special power service switching frequency counter is not “0” (No). Moves to step S15-2, and when it is determined that the value of the special electric power switch on / off switching counter is “0” (Yes), the series of processing ends and the next processing (step S14-6) Alternatively, the process proceeds to S16-4).
In step S15-2, a special power combination control data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S15-3. In the special electric combination control data setting process, control data for controlling the special electric combination 54a to an open state or a closed state is set.
Specifically, in the special power control data setting process, the value of the special power role opening / closing switching counter is referred to by referring to the first type special power role control table set in the special power role control table area of the RAM 230. Read the corresponding solenoid control data. Then, the read solenoid control data (control data designating energization or deenergization) is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the control of the special winning opening solenoid 65 based on the set solenoid data is started, and the special electric accessory 54a is controlled to be in an open state or a closed state.

In step S15-3, a special power control time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S15-4. In the special power control time setting process, a control time for continuing control based on the solenoid control data set in step S15-2 is set.
Specifically, in the special power control time setting process, the value of the special power role switching count counter is referred to by referring to the first type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230. Read the corresponding control time. Then, the read control time is set in the special game timer.
In step S15-4, a special power combination opening / closing switching number counter update process is executed, a series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S14-6 or S16-4). In the special electric utility switching frequency counter updating process, a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the value set in the special electric power switching frequency counter is newly set in the special electric power switching frequency counter.

Next, the special winning opening opening control process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the special winning opening opening control process.
When the big prize opening opening control process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 20, first, the process proceeds to step S16-1.
In step S16-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S16-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S16-4.
In step S16-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power combination switching frequency counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the special power switching frequency counter is not “0” (No). The process proceeds to step S16-3, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric power switching on / off counter is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S16-5.
In step S16-3, a special power combination opening / closing switching process (see FIG. 19) is executed, and the process proceeds to step S16-4.
In step S16-4, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power prize winning number counter has reached a predetermined upper limit (7 [ball] in the present embodiment), and the value of the special power winning prize counter is predetermined. If it is determined that the upper limit value has been reached (Yes), the process proceeds to step S16-5, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric winning prize counter has not reached the predetermined upper limit value (No). Terminates the series of processes and proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).

In step S16-5, a special winning opening opening control end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S16-6. In the special winning opening opening control end process, solenoid control data for designating the energization stop is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the special electric accessory 54a is controlled to be closed.
In step S16-6, a special winning opening closing effective time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S16-7. In the big prize opening closing effective time setting process, a predetermined special winning opening closing effective time (interval time) is obtained by referring to the first type special electric role control table set in the special electric role control table area of the RAM 230. Set to special game timer.
In step S16-7, a round end designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S16-8. In the round end designation command setting process, the round end designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S16-8, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “big winning opening closed effective state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the special winning opening closing effective process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the special winning opening closing effective process.
When the big winning opening closing effective process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 21, first, the process proceeds to step S17-1.
In step S17-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S17-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In step S17-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter has reached a specified value, and when it is determined that the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter has not reached the specified value (No ), The process proceeds to step S17-3, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter has reached the specified value (Yes), the process proceeds to step S17-5.
Here, referring to the first type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230, the number of round games specified in the first type special power control table is used as a specified value. Obtain and make a decision.
In step S17-3, a special winning opening closing time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-4. In the special winning opening closing time setting process, a predetermined special winning prize closing time is set in the special game timer with reference to the first type special special character control table set in the special electric role control table area of the RAM 230. .
In step S17-4, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “pre-big prize opening state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In step S17-5, an ending time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-6. In the ending time setting process, a predetermined ending time is set in the special game timer with reference to the first type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S17-6, an ending designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-7. In the ending designation command setting process, an ending designation command for designating the type of jackpot gaming state to be completed (“big hit 1” or “big hit 2”) is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S17-7, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “big winning opening free wait state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the special winning opening free weighting process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the special winning opening free weighting process.
When the big prize opening opening end weight process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 22, first, the process proceeds to step S18-1.
In step S18-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S18-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In step S18-2, a game state setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S18-3. In the game state setting process, the game state is set.
Specifically, in the gaming state setting process, when the type of the jackpot gaming state to be ended is “big jackpot 1” or “small jackpot one continuous jackpot” to “six jackpot big jackpot”, a predetermined first time reduction The number of times (in this embodiment, 100 [times]) is set in the first time reduction counter. Further, a predetermined second time reduction number (4 [times] in the present embodiment) is set in the second time reduction counter. Further, “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230. As a result, the time reduction control is started.
On the other hand, when the type of the jackpot game state to be ended is “jackpot 2”, it is determined whether or not “jackpot 2” is won based on the special symbol lottery executed during the execution of the time reduction control. And when it determines with having won the "big hit 2" based on the special symbol lottery performed during execution of time reduction control, predetermined | prescribed 1st time reduction number (in this embodiment, 100 [times]), Set to the first time-delay counter. Further, a predetermined second time reduction number (4 [times] in the present embodiment) is set in the second time reduction counter. Further, “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230. As a result, the time reduction control is started.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the “big hit 2” is won based on the special symbol lottery executed during the stop of the time reduction control, the state in which “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230 is maintained. . As a result, the time reduction control is not started.
In the game state setting process, next, a value corresponding to the type of jackpot symbol is set in the previous jackpot symbol flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S18-3, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure change waiting state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, it is next determined whether or not “0” is set in the time-shortening control flag area of the RAM 230 (hereinafter referred to as “first determination”).
Then, if it is determined by the first determination that “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230, it is further determined whether or not the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is “0”. (Hereinafter referred to as “second determination”).
On the other hand, if it is determined by the first determination that “0” is not set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230 (“1” is set), the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). .
On the other hand, if it is determined by the second determination that the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is “0”, “1” is set in the right-hand notification notification flag area of the RAM 230.
On the other hand, if it is determined by the second determination that the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is not “0” (“1” or more), the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In the special game phase update process, next, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the accessory release pre-processing executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the pre-release process.
When the bonus release process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 23, first, the process proceeds to step S42-1.
In step S42-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S42-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In step S42-2, a special power combination continuous operation number counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S42-3. In the special electric power continuous operation frequency counter update process, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value set in the special electric power continuous operation frequency counter is newly set in the special electric power continuous operation frequency counter. Also, “0” is set as the value of the special electric winning prize counter.
In step S42-3, a round start designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S42-4. In the round start designation command setting process, the round start designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.

In step S42-4, an accessory release control start process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S42-5. In the accessory release control start process, control data for controlling the special electric accessory 53a to the open state is set.
Specifically, in the bonus release control start processing, the special electric combination continuous operation number counter (small hit game) is referred to by referring to the second special electric combination control table set in the special electric combination control table area of the RAM 230. The control time (in this embodiment, 5.0 [s]) corresponding to the value of (number of times) is read out. Then, the read control time is set in the special game timer.
Further, referring to the second type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230, the character solenoid control data corresponding to the value of the special power continuous operation number counter is read. Then, the read-out accessory solenoid control data is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. Thereby, the control of the accessory solenoid 66 based on the set accessory solenoid control data is started, and the special electric accessory 53a is displaced from the closed state to the open state in a predetermined pattern.
Further, referring to the second type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230, the V distribution corresponding to the value of the special power continuous operation number counter (the number of small hit games). Read solenoid control data. Then, the read V distribution solenoid control data is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the control of the V distribution solenoid 67 based on the set V distribution solenoid control data is started, and the distribution means is controlled to the V passing state or the non-V passing state in a predetermined pattern.
In step S42-5, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “object release control state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the accessory release control process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the accessory release control process.
When the accessory release control process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 24, first, the process proceeds to step S43-1.
In step S43-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S43-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S43-3.
In step S43-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power prize winning number counter has reached a predetermined upper limit value (7 [ball] in the present embodiment). If it is determined that the upper limit value has been reached (Yes), the process proceeds to step S43-3, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric winning prize counter has not reached the predetermined upper limit value (No). Terminates the series of processes and proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).

In step S43-3, an accessory release control end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S43-4. In the accessory release control end process, the accessory solenoid control data for designating the energization stop is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the special electric accessory 53a is displaced from the open state to the closed state.
Further, V distribution solenoid control data for designating stop of energization is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the distributing means is displaced to the non-V passing state.
In step S43-4, an accessory closing effective time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S43-5. In the accessory closing effective time setting process, referring to the second type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230, a predetermined accessory closing effective time (3. 0 [s]) is set in the special game timer.
In step S43-5, a round end designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S43-6. In the round end designation command setting process, the round end designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S43-6, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “actual object closing valid state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the accessory closing effective process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the accessory closing effective process.
When the accessory closing effective process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 25, first, the process proceeds to step S44-1.
In step S44-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S44-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In step S44-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter has reached a specified value, and it is determined that the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter has reached a specified value (Yes) ), The process proceeds to step S44-3, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter has not reached the specified value (No), the process proceeds to step S44-6.
Here, with reference to the second type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230, the number of small hit games specified in the second type special power control table is a specified value. Is obtained and determined.

In step S44-3, an ending time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S44-4. In the ending time setting process, a predetermined ending time is set in the special game timer with reference to the second type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S44-4, an ending designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S44-5. In the ending designation command setting process, an ending designation command for designating the type of the small hit gaming state to be finished (one of “1 small hit” to “6 per small hit”) is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S44-5, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “actual material release end wait state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In step S44-6, an accessory closing time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S44-7. In the bonus item closing time setting process, a special big prize opening closing time is set in the special game timer with reference to the second type special electric role control table set in the special electric role control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S44-7, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “state before releasing an accessory” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the accessory release end weight process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the accessory release end weight process.
When the combination release end weight process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 26, first, the process proceeds to step S45-1.
In step S45-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S45-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In step S45-2, various counter reset processes are executed, and the process proceeds to step S45-3. In various counter reset processes, an initial value (“0” in the present embodiment) is set as the value of the prize winning ball counter.
In step S45-3, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the V winning flag area of the RAM 230. If it is determined that “1” is set in the V winning flag area (Yes), If the process proceeds to step S45-4 and it is determined that “1” is not set (“0” is set) in the V winning flag area (No), the process proceeds to step S45-9.
In step S45-4, a game state update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S45-5. In the game state update process, the game state is updated.
Specifically, in the game state update process, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230.
When it is determined that “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230, “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area.
On the other hand, when it is determined that “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230, the state where “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area is maintained.

In step S45-5, a special power control data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S45-6. In the special electric combination control data setting process, control data for opening and closing the special electric combination 54a is set.
In the special power combination control data setting process, first, the type of the big hit gaming state that is started after the end of the small hit gaming state is selected.
At this time, when the type of the small hit gaming state to be ended is “one small hit”, the type of the big hit gaming state to be started is selected as “one big hit per small hit”, and the type of the small hit gaming state to be ended Is “small hit 2”, select “2 small hits big hit” as the type of jackpot gaming state to start, and when the small hit gaming state type to end is “3 small hits” When the type of the jackpot gaming state to be started is selected as "3 consecutive jackpots per jackpot" and the type of the jackpot gaming state to be terminated is "4 jackpots", the type of jackpot gaming state to be started is set to "small If you select "4 consecutive jackpots per hit" and the type of the small hit gaming state to end is "5 per jackpot", the type of jackpot gaming state to start is "5 consecutive hits per jackpot Select the type of small prize game state to end if "small prize 6" selects "small prize 6 continues big hit" as the type of jackpot gaming state to begin.
Next, the first type special power control table corresponding to the determined type of jackpot gaming state is read, and the read first type special power control table is set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
Next, “0” is set in the special electric utility continuous operation number counter.

In step S45-6, an opening time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S45-7. In the opening time setting process, a predetermined opening time is set in the special game timer with reference to the first type special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S45-7, an opening designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S45-8. In the opening designation command setting process, an opening designation command for designating the type of jackpot gaming state to be started (one of “one bonus per jackpot” to “6 bonus jackpots per jackpot”) is entered in the subcommand output request buffer. Store.
In step S45-8, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “pre-big prize opening state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In the special game phase update process, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S45-9, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure change waiting state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
Next, in the special game phase update process, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the right-handed notification flag area of the RAM 230 (hereinafter, referred to as “first determination”).
If it is determined by the first determination that “1” is set in the right-hand notification flag area, it is further determined whether “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230. (Hereinafter referred to as “second determination”).
On the other hand, if it is determined by the first determination that “1” is not set in the right-hand notification flag area (“0” is set), the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). To do.
If it is determined by the second determination that “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230, it is further determined whether or not the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is “0” (hereinafter referred to as “0”). , “3rd determination”).
On the other hand, if it is determined by the second determination that “0” is not set in the time-shortening control flag area of the RAM 230 (“1” is set), the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4). To do.
If it is determined by the third determination that the value of the special figure 2 holding number counter is “0”, “1” is set in the right-handed notification end flag area of the RAM 230.
On the other hand, if it is determined by the third determination that the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is not “0” (“1” or more), the process proceeds to the next process (step S10-4).
In the special game phase update process, next, a game state offset value is calculated based on the current game state. That is, by checking the value of the short-time control flag area, the value of the V winning flag area, the value of the previous jackpot symbol flag area, and the value of the counterclockwise rotation speed counter, the gaming state offset corresponding to the confirmation result Calculate the value. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, the normal game management process in step S4-10 will be described.
FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the normal game management process.
Here, in this embodiment, as the stage / stage (hereinafter referred to as “normal game phase”) of the game (hereinafter referred to as “normal game phase”) executed based on the normal symbol lottery, `` Status '', `` Normal diagram changing status '', `` Normal diagram stop symbol display status '', `` Multi-plan electric accessory release state '', `` Multi-plan electric feature release control status '', `` Multi-plan electric feature closure enabled Seven states are defined: “state” and “usually waiting state for opening the electric accessory release”.
Then, a value (ordinary game phase flag) corresponding to one of the seven normal game phases is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
The ROM 220 stores a normal game control module corresponding to each normal game phase as a normal game control module (program) for controlling (executing) the normal game.
In the normal game management process, the normal game control module corresponding to the value set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is selected, and the process based on the selected normal game control module is executed.

Specifically, when the normal game management process is executed in step S4-10, the process first proceeds to step S19-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S19-1, a normal game phase acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S19-2. In the normal game phase acquisition process, the value (normal game phase) set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is acquired (loaded).
In step S19-2, a normal game control module acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S19-3. In the normal game control module acquisition process, the normal game control module corresponding to the value acquired in step S19-1 (normal game phase) is read.
In step S19-3, a normal game control module execution process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game control module execution process, a process based on the normal game control module read in step S19-2 is started.
Specifically, when the value acquired in step S19-1 is a value corresponding to the “waiting state for normal map change”, a process for waiting for a normal map change to be described later is started, and the “current state for normal map change” is started. In the case of a value corresponding to, the process of changing the normal map described later is started, and in the case of the value corresponding to the "general map stop symbol display state", the process of stopping the normal map described later is started, When it is a value corresponding to “a state before opening an ordinary electric accessory”, a normal electric accessory opening pre-processing described later is started, and when it is a value corresponding to “an ordinary electric accessory opening control state”. When the normal electric actor release control process described later is started and the value corresponds to the “normal electric actor closing effective state”, the normal electric actor closing effective process described later is started, If the value corresponds to the `` object release end wait state '', Electric won game open end wait process is started.

Next, the process of waiting for a change in the normal map executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing a normal variation waiting process.
When the normal variation waiting process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 28, the process first proceeds to step S20-1.
In step S20-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the pending map counter is “1” or more, and when it is determined that the value of the pending map counter is “1” or more (Yes). , The process proceeds to step S20-2, and if it is determined that the value of the general-purpose hold number counter is not equal to or greater than “1” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). To do.
In step S20-2, a general-purpose hold number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-3. In the general figure hold number update process, the general figure hold number is updated.
Specifically, in the normal figure reservation number update process, one start information among the general figure start information stored in the normal start information storage area of the RAM 230 is selected as determination start information.
In the present embodiment, the universal chart start information acquired (stored) first among the general chart start information stored in the universal chart start information storage area is selected as the determination start information.

In step S20-3, a normal winning determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-4. In the normal figure winning determination process, the result of the normal symbol lottery is determined (normal figure winning determination).
The ROM 220 stores a common symbol winning lottery table in which the winning value of the normal symbol lottery is registered.
Then, in the usual figure winning determination process, the common figure winning determination is executed based on the winning random number included in the determination start information and the common figure winning lottery table.
Specifically, when the value of the winning random number included in the determination start information matches the winning value, the result of the normal symbol lottery is determined as “winning” (winning).
On the other hand, if the value of the winning random number included in the determination start information does not match the winning value, the result of the normal symbol lottery is determined to be “out” (losing).

In step S20-4, a common figure stop symbol determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-5. In the general symbol stop symbol determination process, the type (stop symbol number) of the normal symbol stop symbol is determined (normal symbol stop symbol determination).
Specifically, in the general symbol stop symbol determination process, if it is determined to be “winning” (winning) by the common symbol winning determination, “stop per symbol” is set as the type of stop symbol (stop symbol number). judge.
On the other hand, if it is determined as “out of” (decision) by the normal symbol winning determination, “out of symbol” is determined as the type of stop symbol (stop symbol number).
Next, the determined stop symbol type (stop symbol number) is stored in the stop symbol storage area of the RAM 230.
In step S20-5, a normal fluctuation pattern determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-6. In the normal pattern variation pattern determination process, the type (variation pattern number) of the variation pattern of the normal symbol is determined (normal pattern variation pattern determination).
Specifically, in the normal map variation pattern determination process, when the time reduction control is stopped, the first type (2.0 in the present embodiment) is set as the type of the general map variation pattern (variation pattern number). The type corresponding to the variation time of [s] is determined.
On the other hand, when the time-shortening control is being executed, the second type (in this embodiment, the type corresponding to the fluctuation time of 0.5 [s]) is used as the type of the normal fluctuation pattern (variation pattern number). Determine.

In step S20-6, a normal time change time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-7. In the usual figure fluctuation time setting process, the fluctuation time corresponding to the type of the usual figure fluctuation pattern (fluctuation pattern number) determined in step S20-6 is acquired. And the acquired fluctuation | variation time is set to a normal game timer.
In step S20-7, a map change display data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-8. In the general map display data setting process, data for controlling the variable display of the general map display device 60 is set.
Specifically, in the normal map display data setting process, first, a predetermined display time is set in the general map display timer.
Next, a predetermined initial value is set in the general symbol display symbol counter. As a result, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the general-purpose display device 60, the segment corresponding to the value of the general-purpose display symbol counter is controlled to be lit.
In step S20-8, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal state changing state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the process during normal map change executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a process during normal map change.
When the normal map changing process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 29, first, the process proceeds to step S21-1.
In step S21-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S21-2. When it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S21-4.
In step S21-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the common map display timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the general map display timer is “0” (Yes), step S21− If it is determined that the value of the normal display timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11).
In step S21-3, a normal map display data update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the general map display data update process, data for controlling the variable display of the general map display device 60 is updated.
More specifically, in the normal map display data update process, a value obtained by adding “1” to the value of the general map display symbol counter is newly set in the general symbol display symbol counter.

In step S21-4, a normal stop display data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S21-5. In the general map stop display data setting process, data for controlling the stop display of the general map display device 60 is set.
Specifically, in the general symbol stop display data setting process, the stop symbol type (stop symbol number) stored in the stop symbol storage area of the RAM 230 is acquired.
Next, a value corresponding to the acquired stop symbol type (stop symbol number) is set in the general symbol display symbol counter. As a result, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the general-purpose display device 60, the segment corresponding to the value of the general-purpose display symbol counter is controlled to be lit (stop display).
In step S21-5, a normal stop time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S21-6. In the usual stop time setting process, a predetermined stop time is set in the normal game timer.
In step S21-6, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal game stop symbol display state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the routine stoppage process executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing processing during a normal stoppage.
When the normal map stop process is executed in step S19-3, the process first proceeds to step S22-1 as shown in FIG.
In step S22-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”, and if it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S22-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11).
In step S22-2, it is determined whether or not the stop symbol is “per symbol”. If it is determined that the stop symbol is not “per symbol” (No), the process proceeds to step S22-3. If it is determined that the stop symbol is “per symbol” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S22-4.
In step S22-3, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal state waiting state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S22-4, normal electric control data setting processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S22-5. In the ordinary electric combination control data setting process, control data for opening and closing the ordinary electric combination 52a is set.
The ROM 220 stores a normal power control table corresponding to the execution status (during execution or stoppage) of the time reduction control. Each normal power control table includes a time before opening the normal power, a normal power close effective time, an opening end wait time, the number of opening / closing switching, and control data corresponding to each opening / closing switching (solenoid control data, control time). Data).
In the normal power combination control data setting process, the normal power role control table corresponding to the execution status (execution or stoppage) of the short time control is read, and the read normal power role control table is read in the normal power role control table area of the RAM 230. Set.
Next, the number of times of opening / closing switching is read with reference to the normal power control table set in the normal power control table area of the RAM 230. Then, the read opening / closing switching frequency is set in the normal electric utility switching frequency counter. Also, “0” is set as the value of the ordinary electric winning prize counter.

In step S22-5, a normal electric utility opening time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S22-6. In the normal power combination opening time setting process, a predetermined normal power combination release time is set in the normal game timer with reference to the normal power control table set in the normal power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S22-6, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “state before the normal electric game object is released” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the normal electric accessory opening pre-processing executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a process for releasing a normal electric accessory.
When the normal electric accessory release pre-processing is executed in step S19-3, the process first proceeds to step S23-1 as shown in FIG.
In step S23-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S23-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11).
In step S23-2, a normal power combination opening / closing switching process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S23-3. The normal power combination opening / closing switching process will be described later.
In step S23-3, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “ordinary electric accessory release control state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the normal electric combination opening / closing switching process in steps S23-2 and S25-3 will be described.
FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the normal power combination opening / closing switching process.
When the normal power combination opening / closing switching process is executed in steps S23-2 and S25-3, as shown in FIG. 32, first, the process proceeds to step S24-1.
In step S24-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is not “0” (No). Shifts to step S24-2, and when it is determined that the value of the normal electric utility opening / closing switching number counter is “0” (Yes), the series of processing is terminated and the next processing (step S23-3) is performed. Alternatively, the process proceeds to S25-4).
In step S24-2, an ordinary electronic combination control data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S24-3. In the ordinary electric combination control data setting process, control data for controlling the ordinary electric combination 52a to an open state or a closed state is set.
Specifically, in the normal power combination control data setting process, a solenoid corresponding to the value of the normal power combination open / close switching number counter is referred to by referring to the normal power combination control table set in the normal power combination control table area of the RAM 230. Read control data. Then, the read solenoid control data (control data designating energization or deenergization) is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, control of the start opening solenoid 64 based on the set solenoid data is started, and the ordinary electric accessory 52a is controlled to be in an open state or a closed state.

In step S24-3, a normal power combination control time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S24-4. In the normal electric control time setting process, a control time for continuing control based on the solenoid control data set in step S24-2 is set.
Specifically, in the normal power combination control time setting process, the control corresponding to the value of the normal power combination open / close switching counter is referred to by referring to the normal power control table set in the normal power control table area of the RAM 230. Read time. Then, the read control time is set in the normal game timer.
In step S24-4, the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter update process is executed, the series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S23-3 or S25-4). In the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter update process, a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the value set in the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is newly set in the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter.

Next, the ordinary electric accessory release control process executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the ordinary electric accessory release control process.
When the ordinary electric accessory release control process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 33, first, the process proceeds to step S25-1.
In step S25-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S25-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S25-4.
In step S25-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is not “0” (No). The process proceeds to step S25-3, and if it is determined that the value of the ordinary power combination switching number counter is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S25-5.
In step S25-3, a normal power combination opening / closing switching process (see FIG. 32) is executed, and the process proceeds to step S25-4.
In step S25-4, it is determined whether or not the value of the ordinary electronic winning prize counter has reached a predetermined upper limit (3 [ball] in the present embodiment), and the value of the ordinary electric winning prize counter is predetermined. If it is determined that the upper limit value has been reached (Yes), the process proceeds to step S25-5, and if it is determined that the value of the ordinary electronic winning prize counter has not reached the predetermined upper limit value (No). Terminates the series of processes and proceeds to the next process (step S4-11).

In step S25-5, a normal electric utility release control end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S25-6. In the normal power combination release control end process, solenoid control data for designating the energization stop is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the ordinary electric accessory 52a is controlled to be closed.
In step S25-6, normal electric utility closing effective time setting processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S25-7. In the normal power combination closing valid time setting process, a normal power combination closing effective time is set in the normal game timer with reference to the normal power combination control table set in the normal power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S25-7, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal electric accessory closing valid state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the normal electric accessory closing effective process executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing a normal electric accessory closing effective process.
When the normal electric accessory closing effective process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 34, first, the process proceeds to step S26-1.
In step S26-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S26-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11).
In step S26-2, an opening end wait time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S26-3. In the opening end wait time setting process, a predetermined opening end waiting time is set in the normal game timer with reference to the normal power combination control table set in the normal power combination control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S26-3, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “ordinary electric accessory release end wait state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the ordinary electric accessory opening end weight process executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the ordinary electric accessory release end weight process.
When the ordinary electric accessory release end weight process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 35, first, the process proceeds to step S27-1.
In step S27-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S27-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11).
In step S27-2, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-11). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal state waiting state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the launch position designation management process executed in step S4-14 will be described.
FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the launch position designation management process.
When the launch position designation management process is executed in step S4-14, as shown in FIG. 36, first, the process proceeds to step S46-1.
In step S46-1, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the right-hand notification start flag area of the RAM 230, and when it is determined that “1” is set in the right-hand notification start flag area (Yes) ), The process proceeds to step S46-2, and if it is determined that “1” is not set (“0” is set) in the right-hand notification start flag area (No), step S46- 4
In step S46-2, right-handed notification start processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S46-3. In the right-handed notification start process, a display (hereinafter referred to as “right-handed notification display”) for designating (notifying) the launching of the game ball to the right path 30b is started on the launch position indicator of the state display device 63.
Also, “1” is set in the right-handed notification flag area of the RAM 230. Further, “0” is set in the right-handed notification start flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S46-3, right-handed notification start designation command setting processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S46-4. In the right-handed notification start designation command setting process, the right-handed notification start designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In step S46-4, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the right-handed notification end flag area of the RAM 230, and it is determined that “1” is set in the right-handed notification end flag area (Yes) ), The process proceeds to step S46-5, and when it is determined that “1” is not set (“0” is set) in the right-handed notification end flag area (No), a series of processing is performed. And the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-15).
In step S46-5, right-handed notification end processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S46-6. In the right-handed notification end processing, the right-handed notification display is ended on the launch position indicator of the state display device 63, and a display (hereinafter referred to as “left-handed notification display”) is designated (notified) for launching the game ball to the left path 30a. ”).
Also, “0” is set in the right-hand notification flag area of the RAM 230. Further, “0” is set in the right-handed notification end flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S46-6, a right-handed notification end designation command setting process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-15). In the right-handed notification end designation command setting process, the right-handed notification end designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

(Processing executed by the effect control circuit 300)
Next, processing executed by the CPU of the effect control circuit 300 will be described.
First, the CPU initialization process executed by the CPU of the effect control circuit 300 will be described.
The effect control circuit 300 is provided with a reset circuit (not shown). The reset circuit generates a reset signal when the pachinko machine 1 is powered on.
The CPU of the effect control circuit 300 starts a CPU initialization process (not shown) in response to the generation of a reset signal by the reset circuit.
When the CPU initialization process is started, first, various registers, various timers (frame timer, phase timer, etc.), clock pulse oscillator, various RAMs, etc. are initialized. Next, effect random number update processing for updating various effect random numbers is executed. Thereafter, the effect random number update process is repeatedly executed until various interrupt processes described later are executed.

Next, command reception interrupt processing executed by the CPU of the effect control circuit 300 will be described.
The CPU of the effect control circuit 300 executes a command reception interrupt process (not shown) in response to receiving a control command from the main control circuit 200.
In the command reception interrupt process, the control command received from the main control circuit 200 is stored (stored) in the reception buffer area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300.

Next, effect control processing executed by the CPU of the effect control circuit 300 will be described.
FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the effect control process.
The effect control circuit 300 includes a clock pulse generation circuit. The clock pulse generation circuit generates a clock pulse signal every predetermined period.
The CPU of the effect control circuit 300 starts the effect control process shown in FIG. 37 at predetermined intervals based on the generation of the clock pulse by the clock pulse generation circuit. When the effect control process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S32-1.
In step S32-1, a register saving process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-2. In the register saving process, the register value used during the execution of the main loop process is saved in the saving area of the RAM.
In step S32-2, an effect flag setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-3. In the effect flag setting process, various effect flags are set.

In step S32-3, a hold effect setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-4. In the hold effect setting process, a hold effect is set.
Specifically, in the hold production setting process, it is determined whether or not a hold number designation command for designating that the hold number (the special figure 1 hold number or the special figure 2 hold number) has increased by “1” has been received.
If it is determined that a hold number designation command specifying that the hold number has increased by “1” has been received, newly acquired start information (see FIG. 1 start information or special information is displayed in the hold symbol display area b2. The process for starting the display of the reserved symbol h corresponding to the (starting information in FIG. 2) is executed.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the hold number designation command for designating that the hold number has decreased by “1” has been received, the start information that the special symbol notification display has started in the hold symbol display area b2 (see FIG. 1). The display of the holding symbol h corresponding to the starting information or the special symbol 2 starting information) is terminated, and processing for starting the display of the holding symbol h corresponding to the starting information is executed in the holding symbol display area b1.

In step S32-4, a variation effect setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-5. In the variation effect setting process, a variation effect is set.
Specifically, in the variation effect setting process, first, it is determined whether or not a predetermined control command has been received. Here, the predetermined control command means a symbol type designation command, a first variation pattern designation command, and a second variation pattern designation command.
If it is determined that the predetermined control command has been received, first, the mode (stop effect) of the effect symbols z1 and z2 (stop symbol) to be stopped and displayed based on the stop symbol type designated by the symbol type designation command. The stop symbol determination process for determining the number) is executed.

The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a stop symbol determination table in which correspondences between stop symbol determination random numbers and stop symbol modes (stop effect numbers) are registered. As the stop symbol determination table, there is a stop symbol determination table corresponding to various types of stop symbols that can be designated by the symbol type designation command (“missing symbol”, “big hit p symbol” or “small hit q symbol”). ing.
In the stop symbol determination process, first, a stop symbol determination random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Also, the type of the stop symbol designated by the symbol type designation command is confirmed, and the stop symbol determination table corresponding to the confirmation result is read. And based on the acquired stop symbol determination random number and the stop symbol determination table, the mode (stop effect number) of the stop symbol is determined. Furthermore, the determined stop symbol mode is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM.

If it is determined that a predetermined control command has been received, next, a variation effect determination process is executed.
In the variation effect determination process, first, the mode (variation effect number) of the first variation pattern is determined based on the type of the first variation pattern designated by the first variation pattern designation command. Also, the mode (variation effect number) of the second variation pattern is determined based on the type of the second variation pattern designated by the second variation pattern designation command.
Next, an effect control table corresponding to the determined first variation pattern aspect (variable effect number) and an effect control table corresponding to the determined second variation pattern aspect (variable effect number) are read from the ROM. Further, the effect control table that has been read is synthesized to generate an effect control table related to the change effect. And the produced production | presentation control table is set to the predetermined area | region of RAM. Thereby, the fluctuating effect based on the set effect control table is started.
Here, the “effect control table” is information that defines the progress of the effects (display effects, sound effects, lamp effects, etc.).

In step S32-5, stop effect setting processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-6. In the stop effect setting process, a stop effect is set.
Specifically, in the stop effect setting process, it is determined whether or not a stop designation command has been received.
If it is determined that the stop designation command has been received, the effect control table corresponding to the stop symbol mode (stop effect number) set in step S32-4 is read from the ROM. Also, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM. Thereby, the stop effect based on the set effect control table is started.

In step S32-6, a hit effect setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-7. In the hit effect setting process, a hit effect (small hit effect or jackpot effect) is set.
Specifically, in the hit effect setting process, it is determined whether or not an opening designation command has been received.
And when it determines with having received the opening designation | designated command, the effect control table corresponding to the winning classification (type of a big hit gaming state or a kind of small hitting gaming state) designated by the opening designation command is read from the ROM. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM. As a result, a hit effect (small hit effect or big hit effect) based on the set effect control table is started.
In step S32-7, a register return process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process returns to the original process. In the register restoration process, the register value saved in step S32-1 is restored. Then, after the register restoration process is completed, the process returns to the main loop process (program address indicated by the stack pointer).

(Operation of pachinko machine 1)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
FIG. 38 is a diagram showing a progress example of the game in the gaming machine according to the comparative example. FIG. 39 is a diagram illustrating an example of progress of a game in the pachinko machine 1.
In the pachinko machine 1, various random numbers such as a hit random number are acquired in response to the passing of the start gate 41 by the game ball, and the acquired various random numbers are stored in the general diagram start information storage area of the RAM 230 as general diagram start information. Is done.
Then, for the general map start information stored in the general map start information storage area, a general map start determination including a normal map winning determination for determining a lottery result ("per normal map" or "off") in a predetermined order. Is executed.
When the normal figure start determination is executed, the normal symbol display is performed on the normal symbol display device 60, and then the normal symbol is stopped and displayed in a manner corresponding to the result of the normal symbol winning determination.
When it is determined that the result of the normal symbol lottery is “per normal symbol” by the normal symbol winning determination, the normal symbol stop display is executed, and then the gaming state per normal symbol is generated.
In the normal gaming state, the ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced from the closed state to the opened state, so that the game ball can enter the second starting port 52.
At this time, when the normal symbol lottery executed during the short-time control is won, the release of 2.0 [s] is performed as the release control of the ordinary electric accessory 52a during the occurrence of the gaming state per ordinary drawing. 1 [times] is executed. On the other hand, when the normal symbol lottery executed while the time-shortening control is stopped is won, 0.5 [s] is released as the release control of the ordinary electric accessory 52a during the occurrence of the gaming state per ordinary figure. 1 [times] is executed.

In addition, in the pachinko machine 1, various random numbers such as a hit random number, a design random number, a first variation pattern random number, and a second variation pattern random number are acquired according to the establishment of the special figure 1 random number acquisition condition. The special figure 1 start information is stored (saved) in the special figure 1 start information storage area of the RAM 230.
The “Special Figure 1 Random Number Acquisition Condition” indicates that a ball game ball has entered the first starting port 51 and the special figure 1 hold number has not reached the upper limit (“4” in this embodiment). The case holds.
When the number of reserved special figure 1 reaches the upper limit when a ball game ball enters the first starting port 51, the special figure 1 starting information is stored in the special figure 1 starting information storage. It is not stored (saved) in the area.
Furthermore, in the pachinko machine 1, various random numbers such as a hit random number, a design random number, a first variation pattern random number, and a second variation pattern random number are acquired in response to the establishment of the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition, The special figure 2 starting information is stored (saved) in the special figure 2 starting information storage area of the RAM 230.
The “special figure 2 random number acquisition condition” indicates that a ball game ball has entered the second start port 52 and the special figure 2 reservation number does not reach the upper limit (“4” in the present embodiment). The case holds.
When the number of the special figure 2 hold reaches the upper limit when the ball game ball has entered the second start port 52, the special figure 2 start information is stored in the special figure 2 start information storage. It is not stored (saved) in the area.

In the pachinko machine 1, the number of holdings (the number of holdings in Fig. 1 or the number of holdings in Fig. 2) is reduced according to the establishment of the starting condition, and the special drawing starting information storage area (the special drawing 1 starting information storage area). Or, based on the special figure starting information (special figure 2 starting information or special figure 2 starting information) stored in the special figure 2 starting information storage area), the result of the special symbol lottery ("big hit", "small hit" or A start determination including a special figure winning determination for determining “disconnection”, a special figure stop symbol determination for determining the type of the stop symbol, and a special symbol variation pattern determination for determining the type of the variation pattern is executed.
The “starting condition” is: (1) the small hit game state is not occurring, (2) the big hit game state is not occurring, (3) a special symbol (first special symbol or second special symbol) (4) The special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) is not being stopped, and (5) the special symbol start information storage area (the special symbol start information storage region) Or, it is established when all the conditions that special figure start information (special figure 2 start information or special figure 2 start information) is stored in the special figure start information storage area) are satisfied.
That is, during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, during the occurrence of the big hit gaming state, during the execution of the variable display of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol), or the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) During the execution of the symbol (stop) display, the start condition is not satisfied, and the special symbol variation display is not newly started.
Further, in the present embodiment, when the start condition is satisfied, the special figure 2 start information stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area is stored with respect to the special figure 2 start information stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area. Prior to the information, the start determination is executed.

When the start determination is executed, the special symbol display devices 61 and 62 display the special symbol variation display based on the variation time corresponding to the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) determined by the special diagram variation pattern determination. After the execution, the special symbol stop display is executed based on the type of the stop symbol determined by the special symbol stop symbol determination.
At this time, the stop display of the specific symbol is based on the stop time (0.5 [s] or 6.0 [s]) corresponding to the type (variation pattern number) of the variation pattern determined by the special diagram variation pattern determination. Executed.
If the special symbol lottery result is determined to be “big hit” by the start determination (special symbol winning determination), the special symbol stop display is executed, and then the special symbol stop symbol determination is performed. Depending on the type, a jackpot gaming state is generated.
In the jackpot game state, a round game is executed in which the special electric accessory 54a is displaced from the closed state to the open state. Then, during each round game, it is possible to enter a game ball into the big prize device 54.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the result of the special symbol lottery is “small hit” by the start determination (special symbol winning determination), after the special symbol stop display is executed, the type determined by the stop symbol determination In response to this, a small hit gaming state is generated.
In the small hit game state, a small hit game is executed in which the special electric accessory 53a is displaced from the closed state to the open state. Then, during the small hit game, it is possible to enter the game ball into the prize winning device 53.
When the passing of the V region by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, the big hit gaming state is started in response to the end of the small hit gaming state.
On the other hand, if the special symbol lottery result is determined to be “out of” by the start determination (special symbol winning determination), the special symbol stop display is executed and then the start is started according to the establishment of the start condition. Judgment is performed.

Further, in the pachinko machine 1, when a predetermined condition including the occurrence of the jackpot gaming state is satisfied, the time reduction control is started according to the end of the jackpot gaming state.
During execution of the time reduction control, the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is easily established as compared to when the time reduction control is stopped. Specifically, during execution of the time reduction control, the time for displaying the variation of the normal symbol is shortened compared to when the time reduction control is stopped, and the normal electric accessory 52a is released in the game state per normal figure. Time is extended (or the number of times of opening is increased).
As a result, the number of normal symbol lotteries executed per unit time increases during execution of time-shortened control compared to when time-shortened control is stopped, and the normal symbol lottery executed when winning the normal symbol lottery. There is a high possibility that the game ball enters the second start port 52 during the opening control of the electric accessory 52a. That is, it is easy to enter the game ball into the second start port 52.
Each time-shortening control is (1) determined to be “big hit” by special figure winning judgment, and (2) V winning (passing through V area by game ball) was detected during occurrence of small hit gaming state. (3) The total number of fluctuations executed during the time reduction control has reached a predetermined first time reduction number (100 [times] in the present embodiment), and (4) the characteristics executed during the time reduction control. FIG. 2 When the number of fluctuations has reached a predetermined second time reduction number (4 [times] in the present embodiment), the process is terminated.

As described above, in the pachinko machine 1, it is easier to establish the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition during execution of the time reduction control than during the stop of the time reduction control. In addition, in the start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 2 start information, compared to the start determination (first special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 1 start information, “small hit” or “big hit” is obtained. The probability of winning is set high.
Thus, the player advances the game while aiming for the game ball to enter the second start port 42 during execution of the time-shortening control. Therefore, during execution of the time-shortening control, the special figure 2 holding number easily reaches the upper limit value.
Further, in the pachinko machine 1, the special figure 2 start information stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area has priority over the special figure 1 start information stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area. A start determination is performed. Further, when the number of special figure 2 fluctuations executed during the time reduction control reaches 4 [times], the time reduction control is terminated.
Thus, during execution of the time reduction control, the start determination based on the special figure 1 start information is not normally executed, and the start determination based on the special figure 2 start information is continuously executed. For this reason, each time-shortening control is performed as shown in FIG. 2 unless the “big hit” or “small hit” is determined by the start determination executed during the time-shortening control. The process is terminated when the number of start determinations based on the start information) reaches a predetermined second time reduction number (4 [times] in the present embodiment).
Further, in the pachinko machine 1, the upper limit value of the special figure 2 holding number is defined as “4”.
As a result, when the special figure 2 holding number reaches the upper limit at the end of the time reduction control, the start determination based on the special figure 2 start information of 4 [times] is continuously executed after the completion of the time reduction control. Will be.
As described above, in the pachinko machine 1, normally, 8 [times] (4 [times] (second special symbol lottery executed during the time reduction control) +4 [times] (end of the time reduction control) based on each time reduction control. Sometimes the start determination based on the special figure 2 start information of the second special symbol lottery based on the special figure 2 start information stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area = 8 [times]) is continuously executed.
That is, in the pachinko machine 1, it is assumed that a trigger for start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on 8 [times] special figure 2 start information is given based on each time reduction control.

Here, in the gaming machine (hereinafter referred to as “a gaming machine according to a comparative example”) in which the timing control is ended (stopped) is the end of the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination. There is a possibility that the number of start determinations (second special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 2 start information given based on the time-saving control of each time may be greater than the expected number.
That is, as shown in FIG. 38, in the gaming machine according to the comparative example, the ordinary electric accessory 52a based on the normal symbol lottery executed during the time reduction control (particularly, during the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination). There is a risk that the release control (hereinafter referred to as “final release control”) will continue even after the short-time control has ended (after the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination).
In particular, in the gaming machine according to the comparative example, the start condition is satisfied simultaneously with the end of the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination, and the special figure 2 hold number is reduced from the upper limit number (see FIG. 38 ( See timing a)). As a result, a special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is established according to the detection of the ball game ball entering the second start port 52.
Therefore, when a ball game ball is entered into the second start port 52 during the period from the end of the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination to the end of the final release control, The special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is satisfied, and the special figure 2 reservation number is increased (see the timing (b) shown in FIG. 38). That is, after the completion of the time-shortening control, a trigger for start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on new special figure 2 start information is given.
Thereby, in the gaming machine according to the comparative example, the number of start determinations (second special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 2 start information given based on the time-saving control of each time may be increased from the assumed number of times. There is.

Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1, the number of times of the start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 2 start information given based on the time-saving control of each time is increased from the assumed number of times by the following configuration. To prevent that.
That is, in the pachinko machine 1, the timing at which the time reduction control is ended (stopped) is the end of the special symbol variation display based on the final start determination (at the start of the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination). Has been.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 39, when the number of start determinations based on the special figure 2 start information executed during the time reduction control reaches a predetermined second time reduction number, it is based on the time reduction final start determination. At the end of the special symbol variation display (at the start of the special symbol stop display based on the short-time final start determination), the short-time control is ended (stopped).
As a result, the time-shortening control is ended (stopped) earlier than the time-shortening control is ended (stopped) at the end of the special symbol stop display based on the time-shortest final start determination. Accordingly, the opening control (final opening control) of the ordinary electric accessory 52a based on the normal symbol lottery executed during the time-shortening control is performed at the end of the stop display of the special symbol based on the final starting determination (the start condition is satisfied). Thus, the occurrence of a situation that continues until after the time when the special figure 2 holding number is reduced from the upper limit value) is suppressed. Therefore, the possibility that the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is satisfied after the end of the special symbol stop display based on the short time final start determination can be reduced. That is, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the trigger for the start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on the new special figure 2 start information is given after the end of the time-shortening control.

Further, in the pachinko machine 1, as a stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol executed during the time reduction control, the special symbol stop display based on the time reduction final start determination is specially executed during the stop of the time reduction control. A longer time is set than the stop time related to the symbol stop display.
In this embodiment, out of the special symbol stop display executed during the time reduction control, the special symbol stop display executed during the time reduction control as the stop time related to the special symbol stop display based on the short time final start determination. Among them, a long time is set as compared with the stop time related to the special symbol stop display based on the start determination of each time except the short time final start determination.
As a result, from the end of the short-time control (at the end of the special symbol variation display based on the short-time final start determination) to the end of the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination (the start condition is established, The period (time) until FIG. 2 (the time when the number of reservations is reduced from the upper limit value) becomes longer. Accordingly, the opening control (final opening control) of the ordinary electric accessory 52a based on the normal symbol lottery executed during the time-shortening control is performed at the end of the stop display of the special symbol based on the final starting determination (the start condition is satisfied). Thus, the occurrence of the situation that continues until after the time when the special figure 2 holding number is decreased from the upper limit value) is suppressed. Therefore, the possibility that the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is satisfied after the end of the special symbol stop display based on the short time final start determination can be reduced. That is, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the trigger for the start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on the new special figure 2 start information is given after the end of the time-shortening control.
As shown in FIG. 39, the special symbol is stopped based on the final start determination from the start of the release control (final release control) of the ordinary electric accessory 52a based on the normal symbol lottery executed during the time reduction control. During the period up to the end of the display (when the start condition is satisfied and the special figure 2 holding number is reduced from the upper limit number), even if a game ball enters the second start port 52 ( 39 (see the timing (c) shown in FIG. 39), the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is not satisfied because the special figure 2 holding number has reached the upper limit.
In particular, out of the special symbol stop display executed during the short-time control, as a stop time related to the special symbol stop display based on the start determination of each time excluding the short-time final start determination, the special symbol based on the short-time final start determination A shorter time is set as compared with the stop time related to the symbol stop display.
As a result, during the execution of the time-shortening control, the special symbol variation display and stop display can be quickly digested, and the number of special symbol variation display and stop display executed per unit time can be increased. .

Furthermore, in the pachinko machine 1, as a stop time of the special symbol stop display based on the short-time final start determination, the normal electric accessory release control time (opening of the normal electric accessory 52a executed when the normal symbol lottery is won) Time from the start of the control to the end of the opening control) is specified.
As a result, the release control (final opening control) of the ordinary electric accessory 52a based on the normal symbol lottery executed during the time-shortening control is always performed at the end of the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination (starting condition). Is established and is completed by the time when the special figure 2 holding number is reduced from the upper limit value). That is, the final release control may continue until after the end of the special symbol stop display based on the final start determination (when the start condition is satisfied and the special figure 2 hold number is reduced from the upper limit value). Absent. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition from being satisfied after the special symbol stop display based on the short time final start determination is completed. That is, it is possible to prevent the start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on the new special figure 2 start information from being given after the time-shortening control is finished.

As described above, in the pachinko machine 1, it is possible to prevent the number of times of start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 2 start information given based on the time-saving control of each time from being increased more than the expected number. .
Therefore, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation in which a difference occurs in the number of times of start determination (second special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 2 start information given based on the time-saving control of each time depending on the skill of the player, It becomes possible to ensure the sex.

(Operation of pachinko machine 1)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, time-shortening control that facilitates the establishment of the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition (the entry of the game ball into the second start port 52) is started in accordance with the establishment of the predetermined condition. Then, when the number of start determinations (second special symbol lottery) based on the special figure 2 start information executed during the time reduction control reaches a predetermined second time reduction number, the predetermined second time reduction number The time-shortening control is ended in accordance with the end of the special symbol variation display based on the 2 special symbol lottery.
As a result, the time-shortening control is terminated earlier compared to the case where the time-shortening control is terminated in response to the end of the special symbol stop display based on the second special symbol lottery for the second time-shortening. Therefore, the possibility that the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is satisfied after the completion of the time-shortening control can be reduced based on the trigger (the opening control of the ordinary electric accessory 52a) generated during the execution of the time-shortening control.
Moreover, in the pachinko machine 1, the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based on the second special symbol lottery at the predetermined second short time is extended. Thereby, a time when the special symbol stop display based on the second special symbol lottery of the second short time is ended, that is, a time when new special game 2 game information can be acquired (a special graphic) 2) The arrival of the second random number acquisition condition is delayed. Accordingly, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the special figure 2 random number acquisition condition is satisfied after the time-shortening control is completed.
As described above, in the pachinko machine 1, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation in which a difference occurs in the number of times that the predetermined condition given based on one specific gaming state is established depending on the skill of the player, thereby ensuring the fairness of the game. It becomes possible.
In particular, in the pachinko machine 1, out of the special symbol stop display executed during the short-time control, the stop time related to the special symbol stop display of the second shortest number of times (hereinafter referred to as “final stop time”). ) Is made longer than the stop time related to the stop display of each special symbol other than the special symbol stop display of the second short-time number of times during the special symbol stop display executed during the time reduction control. .
As a result, out of the special symbol stop display executed during the short-time control, the stop time related to the stop display of each special symbol other than the special symbol stop display of the second predetermined number of times is finalized. The time is shorter than the stop time. Therefore, during the time reduction control, the special symbol stop display of each other time can be quickly digested except for the special symbol stop display for the second number of times, and the special symbol is executed per unit time. The number of times of change display and stop display can be increased.
Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1, it is possible to speed up the progress of the game during execution of the time reduction control, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(Modification)
As mentioned above, although embodiment of this invention was described, in the said embodiment, a various change is possible.
For example, in the above embodiment, the stop time related to the special symbol stop display based on the short time final start determination is made longer than the stop time related to the special symbol stop display based on the start determination executed during stop of the time reduction control. ing.
In particular, in the above-described embodiment, the stop time related to the special symbol stop display based on the short-time final start determination is used for each start determination except for the short-time final start determination among the start determinations executed during the short-time control. It is longer than the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based.
However, the stop times related to the special symbol stop display based on the start determination may be the same for all the start determinations executed during the time reduction control. At this time, the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based on the start determination of each time executed during the short-time control is calculated from the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based on the start determination executed during the stop of the time-shortened control Lengthen.
Specifically, 6.0 [s] is set as the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based on the start determination of each time executed during the time reduction control, and each time executed during the stop of the time reduction control. 0.5 [s] is set as the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based on the start determination.
In addition, among the start determinations executed during the time reduction control, for the start determination based on the special figure 2 start information (second special symbol lottery), the stop times related to the special symbol stop display based on the start determination are the same. It doesn't matter. At this time, the stop time related to the stop display of the special symbol based on the second special symbol lottery executed each time during the short-time control is set as the stop time of the special symbol based on the first special symbol lottery executed each time during the short-time control. Make it longer than the stop time for the stop display.
Specifically, 6.0 [s] is set as the stop time related to the special symbol stop display based on the second special symbol lottery among the special symbol stop display based on the start determination executed during the time reduction control. Then, 0.5 [s] is set as the stop time for the special symbol stop display based on the first special symbol lottery.

In addition, the present invention may be applied to other types of gaming machines as long as the gaming machine executes time-saving control. Specifically, the present invention can be applied to a first-type pachinko machine, a first-type / two-type mixer, and the like.
The “first type pachinko machine” is a pachinko machine in which a specific gaming state occurs when a special symbol is stopped and displayed in a specific manner. Specifically, in the first type pachinko machine, a special symbol lottery is executed when a game ball enters the start port or the variable start port. When the special symbol lottery is executed, after the special symbol variation display is executed, the special symbol stop display according to the mode corresponding to the result of the special symbol lottery is executed. And when the special symbol by which stop display was carried out is a specific mode, a specific game state is generated. During the occurrence of the specific game state, it is possible to enter a game ball into a specific winning device. Then, a winning ball is paid out according to the game ball entering the specific winning device. Further, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, time-shortening control that facilitates entry of the game ball into the variable start port is started in accordance with the end of the specific game state.
The “1 type 2 type mixing machine” is a special game state that occurs when a special symbol is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, and when the passing of a specific area of a game ball is detected, It is a pachinko machine that is born. Specifically, the type 1 type 2 mixer includes a start port, a variable start port, and a variable winning device. The variable winning device includes a entrance, a blade member that opens and closes the entrance, and a specific area that can be passed by a game ball entered from the entrance. In addition, the first special symbol lottery is executed when the game ball enters the start opening. When the first special symbol lottery is executed, after the first special symbol lottery display is executed, the first special symbol lottery display according to the mode according to the result of the first special symbol lottery is executed. And when the 1st special symbol by which stop display was carried out is a specific mode, a specific game state arises. On the other hand, the second special symbol lottery is executed when the game ball enters the variable start port. Then, when the “small hit” is won by the second special symbol lottery, the blade member is opened, and the game ball can enter the entrance. Then, the specific game state is triggered by the passage of the specific area by the game ball entered from the entrance. Further, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, time-shortening control that facilitates entry of the game ball into the variable start port is started in accordance with the end of the specific game state.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 11 Game board 23 Image display device 24 Drum type display device 30 Game area 30a Left side route 30b Right side route 41 Start gate 51 First start port 52 Second start port 52a Ordinary electric equipment 53 Grand prize device 53a Special electric hand Item 54 Award winning device 54a Special electric accessory 200 Main control circuit 300 Production control circuit

Claims (3)

Game information acquisition means for acquiring game information in response to establishment of a predetermined condition;
A start time determination means for executing a start time determination based on the game information acquired by the game information acquisition means;
Display control means for executing a variation display of identification information and a stop display of identification information based on the result of the determination at the time of starting,
Specific game state control means for causing a specific game state that facilitates establishment of the predetermined condition in response to establishment of the specific condition, and
When the number of times of start determination executed during the occurrence of the specific game state reaches a predetermined number of times, the specific game state control means terminates the variation display of the identification information based on the predetermined start time determination. In accordance with the game machine, the specific gaming state is ended. Game information acquisition means for acquiring game information in response to establishment of a predetermined condition;
A start time determination means for executing a start time determination based on the game information acquired by the game information acquisition means;
Display control means for executing a variation display of identification information and a stop display of identification information based on the result of the determination at the time of starting,
Specific game state control means for causing a specific game state that facilitates establishment of the predetermined condition in response to establishment of the specific condition, and
The specific game state control means ends the specific game state when the number of times of start determination executed during the occurrence of the specific game state reaches a predetermined number of times,
The display control means displays a stop display time of the identification information based on the predetermined number of start-time determinations among the start-time determinations performed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state during the non-occurrence of the specific gaming state. A gaming machine characterized in that it is longer than the stop display time of identification information based on a determination at start time. The display control means executes, during the occurrence of the specific gaming state, the stop display time of the identification information based on the predetermined number of times of the starting time determination among the starting time determinations performed during the occurrence of the specific gaming state. 3. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the game machine is configured to be longer than the time of the stop display of the identification information based on the other start time determinations excluding the predetermined start time determination among the determined start time determinations.

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