JP2018086410A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of preventing a player's interest in games from decreasing.SOLUTION: While identification information at one of first variable display means related to first lottery means by a first start port and second variable display means related to second lottery means by second start port is variably displayed, when a variable display of identification information at the other variable display means based on a lottery result of small winning is stopped, the variable display of the identification information at that variable display means is caused to be stopped so as to be in a display mode of failure which does not result in a lottery result of big winning or a lottery result of small winning.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 50

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine.

  Among the pachinko machines, the digipachi machines classified as the digipachi type perform variable display of the identification information on the special symbol display device based on the winning of the game ball at the starting port, and the identification information is displayed in a special display mode. A jackpot gaming state is generated when stopped, and when the identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific display mode among the special display modes, a jackpot gaming state is generated, and the jackpot after the jackpot gaming state ends. The basic game is to generate a probability variation state with a high probability of generating a game state.

  The big hit gaming state is performed until a predetermined number of rounds are consumed in a round game in which an attacker is released once or a plurality of times. Each round game ends when the total opening time of the attacker reaches a predetermined opening time, or when the number of game balls won by the attacker reaches a predetermined number of gaming balls. When each round is completed, the attacker is closed for a certain period of time, but the residual ball monitoring process is performed in a state where the attacker is closed (inter-round interval) (for example, paragraphs 0200 to 0204 in Patent Document 1). reference). This residual ball monitoring process is a process of counting the uncounted game balls remaining in the attacker after the attacker is closed. By this processing, the number of winning balls to the attacker can be accurately counted including the winning balls (so-called over winning) after the number of gaming balls won to the attacker reaches a predetermined number of gaming balls.

  However, in the big hit game state, if the remaining ball monitoring process is performed with an interval between rounds, it is difficult to improve the time efficiency because there is a limit to shortening the time for digesting the big hit game state. Therefore, if the probability-variable gaming state continues in a situation where the player can play a game, such as the time just before closing, the interval between rounds is This can lead to a decline in interest in games.

JP 2011-212457 A

  This invention makes it a subject to provide the gaming machine which can suppress the fall of the interest with respect to a game.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is
A transition lottery means for performing a transition lottery of gaming state;
A first lottery means and a second lottery means for performing a transfer lottery by the shift lottery means in accordance with the winning of a game ball to each of the first start port and the second start port;
Provided corresponding to each of the first lottery means and the second lottery means so as to display identification information based on the result of the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means, the identification information is variably displayed in parallel. A first variable display means and a second variable display means capable of;
Variable winning means that can be changed between a closed state in which game balls can not be won and an open state in which game balls can be won;
When the result of the transfer lottery in the transfer lottery means is a first result (for example, a lottery result corresponding to a normal jackpot and a probability fluctuation jackpot described later), the variable winning means is opened and closed in a predetermined manner, and then the game It is possible to shift the gaming state to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player (for example, a probability variation gaming state described later), and the result of the transition lottery in the transition lottery means is different from the first result. A gaming state control means for opening and closing the variable winning means in a more disadvantageous manner than the predetermined manner without shifting the gaming state when the result is (for example, a lottery result corresponding to a small hit to be described later);
A gaming machine equipped with
The gaming state control means includes
While the identification information in one of the first variable display means and the second variable display means is variably displayed, the identification in the other variable display means based on the second result When the change display of information is stopped, the change display of the identification information on the one variable display means is stopped so as to be in a display mode of losing neither of the first result and the second result. It is characterized by.
In addition, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
A transition lottery means for performing a transition lottery of gaming state;
Start information output means for outputting start information for performing the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means on condition that a game ball is detected;
Variable display means for variably displaying identification information based on the result of the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means;
A first variable winning means and a second variable winning means that are changed between a closed state in which a game ball cannot be won and an open state in which a game ball can be won;
When the result of the transfer lottery in the transfer lottery means is a special lottery result, the first and second variable winning means are changed to a special game state that changes between an open state and a closed state in a predetermined manner. A gaming state transition means capable of transitioning the gaming state;
First winning detection means and second winning detection means for detecting a game ball to each of the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means;
First variable winning means operating signal output means for outputting a signal indicating that the first variable winning means is operating;
Second variable winning means operating signal output means for outputting a signal indicating that the second variable winning means is operating;
A gaming machine equipped with
The first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are arranged one above the other in a game area where the game ball can roll down,
The gaming state transition means includes
When the gaming state is shifted to the special gaming state, the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are alternately opened.
While the first variable winning means is in the open state until a predetermined closing condition is satisfied, the second variable winning means in which the second variable winning means is changed from the open state to the closed state during the open state. Undetected game balls that have not been detected by the winning detection means of the second winning detection means until the predetermined time has elapsed,
While the second variable winning means is in an open state until a predetermined closing condition is satisfied, the first variable winning means in which the first variable winning means changed from the open state to the closed state wins during the open state. Undetected game balls that have not been detected by the winning detection means are allowed to be detected by the first winning detection means until a predetermined time has elapsed,
The first variable winning means operating signal output means outputs a first variable winning means operating signal as the first variable winning means starts opening, and as the predetermined time elapses. Stop the output of the first variable winning means operating signal,
The second variable winning means operating signal output means outputs a second variable winning means operating signal as the second variable winning means starts opening, and the predetermined time elapses. The output of the second variable winning means operating signal is stopped.
In the gaming machine according to the present invention, the gaming state transition means determines the interval time between rounds from the time when one variable winning means is closed to the time when the other variable winning means is opened. Even when the game ball immediately above the one variable winning means moves in the closed state, even if the game ball moves due to free fall, it is time to be positioned above the other variable winning means to be opened next. May be.
In addition, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
Transition lottery means for performing a game state transition lottery (for example, means for executing S87 in FIG. 21 and S107 in FIG. 22 described later, main control circuit 6);
On the condition that a game ball is detected, start information output means for outputting start information for performing the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means (for example, a first start port entrance sensor 141 and a second start port input described later) Ball sensor 142);
Variable display means (for example, a first special symbol display device 22, which will be described later, a first special symbol display device 22 described later) for variably displaying identification information (for example, the first special symbol 221 and the second special symbol 231) based on the result of the transition lottery by the transition lottery means. 2 special symbol display device 23),
First variable winning means that can be changed between a closed state in which a game ball cannot be won and an open state in which a game ball can be won (for example, a first big prize opening 16A and a first shutter 17A described later). And second variable winning means (for example, a second large winning opening 16B and a second shutter 17B described later),
When the result of the transfer lottery in the transfer lottery means is a special lottery result (for example, a lottery result corresponding to a normal jackpot described later, a lottery result corresponding to a probability fluctuation jackpot described later), the first and second variable The game state transition means (for example, the processing of FIG. 28 described later) that shifts the gaming state to a special gaming state (for example, a jackpot gaming state described later) that changes the winning means between the open state and the closed state in a predetermined manner. Means for executing, main control circuit 6);
A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 described later),
First winning detection means and second winning detection means for detecting a game ball to each of the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means;
Based on detection of game balls by each of the first winning detection means and the second winning detection means, the number of winning game balls to each of the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means A first winning number counting means and a second winning number counting means (for example, a first count sensor 161 and a second count sensor 162 described later),
The first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are arranged side by side in a game area where the game ball can flow down,
The gaming state transition means includes
When the gaming state is shifted to the special gaming state, the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are alternately opened.
While the first variable winning means is in the open state until a predetermined closing condition is satisfied, the second variable winning means in which the second variable winning means is changed from the open state to the closed state during the open state. Undetected game balls not detected by the winning detection means of the second winning detection means, and then clear the number of winnings counted by the second winning number counting means,
While the second variable winning means is in an open state until a predetermined closing condition is satisfied, the first variable winning means in which the first variable winning means changed from the open state to the closed state wins during the open state. An undetected game ball that is not detected by the winning detection means is detected by the first winning detection means, and then the winning number counted by the first winning number counting means is cleared. .
Furthermore, the gaming machine according to the present invention is:
A transition lottery means for performing a transition lottery of gaming state;
Start information output means for outputting start information for performing the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means on condition that a game ball is detected;
Variable display means for variably displaying identification information based on the result of the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means;
A first variable winning means and a second variable winning means that are changed between a closed state in which a game ball cannot be won and an open state in which a game ball can be won;
When the transition lottery result in the transition lottery means is a special lottery result, the first and second variable winning means are in an open state until a plurality of rounds are digested with a predetermined opening / closing mode as one round. A gaming state transition means capable of transitioning the gaming state to a special gaming state that changes between a closed state;
A gaming machine equipped with
First winning detection means and second winning detection means for detecting a game ball to each of the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means;
Based on detection of game balls by each of the first winning detection means and the second winning detection means, the number of winning game balls to each of the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means A first winning number counting means and a second winning number counting means for counting, the gaming state transition means,
When the gaming state is shifted to the special gaming state, the first variable winning means and the second variable winning means are alternately opened.
While the first variable winning means is in the open state until a predetermined closing condition is satisfied, the second variable winning means in which the second variable winning means is changed from the open state to the closed state during the open state. Undetected game balls that have not been detected by the winning detection means are detected by the second winning detection means until a predetermined time elapses, and then the number of winnings counted by the second winning number counting means is calculated. While clearing,
While the second variable winning means is in an open state until a predetermined closing condition is satisfied, the first variable winning means in which the first variable winning means changed from the open state to the closed state wins during the open state. An undetected game ball that has not been detected by the winning detection means is detected by the first winning detection means until a predetermined time elapses, and then the number of winnings counted by the first winning number counting means is calculated. Clear,
Of the plurality of rounds, the first variable winning means or the second variable winning means is in an open state in accordance with the transition to the next special gaming state after the end of the final round. It may be shorter than the shortest time until.

  According to this gaming machine, when one variable winning means is open, the other variable winning means is closed, and the remaining ball monitoring process is performed for the other variable winning means that is closed. This effectively eliminates the interval required for the residual ball processing by opening the variable winning means not performing the residual ball monitoring process while performing the residual ball monitoring process for the variable winning means being in the closed state. be able to. Therefore, it is possible to shorten the game time necessary for digesting the special game state, and the time required for digesting the special game state can be shortened, so that it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest in the game.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is
The start information output means outputs first start information and second start information for performing the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means in accordance with the winning of the game ball at each of the first start port and the second start port. First start information output means (for example, a first start port entrance sensor 141 to be described later) and second start information output means (for example, a second start port entrance sensor 142 to be described later),
The variable display means outputs the first start information so as to display identification information (for example, a first special symbol 221 and a second special symbol 231 described later) based on the result of the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means. 1st variable display which is provided corresponding to each of said means and said 2nd starting information output means and can variably display identification information in parallel based on each of said 1st starting information and said 2nd starting information Means (for example, a first special symbol display device 22 to be described later) and second variable display means (for example, a second special symbol display device 23 to be described later),
The gaming state transition means includes
End of the special gaming state when the gaming state is shifted to the special gaming state based on a first lottery result (for example, a lottery result corresponding to a normal jackpot described later) of the special lottery results The gaming state at a later time is shifted to a normal gaming state,
When the gaming state is shifted to the special gaming state based on a second lottery result (for example, a lottery result corresponding to a probability variation jackpot described later) among the special lottery results, The gaming state after the end is a specific gaming state in which the probability that the transition lottery result by the transition lottery means becomes the first lottery result and the second lottery result is higher than the normal gaming state ( For example, transition to the probability variation gaming state described later)
During the specific gaming state, while the identification information in one of the first variable display means and the second variable display means is variably displayed, the first lottery result or the When the variation display of the identification information on the other variable display means is stopped based on the second lottery result, the display mode is such that the variation display of the identification information on the one variable display means is not shifted to the special gaming state. The game state is shifted to the special game state, and the game state after the end of the special game state is changed to the normal game state or the specific game based on the display mode of the other variable display means. To the state,
Fluctuation time determining means for determining the variation time of the identification information in the specific gaming state based on the result of the stop display of the identification information that triggered the transition to the specific gaming state and the lottery result by the transition lottery means And more,
When the first lottery result is determined by the transition lottery means during the specific gaming state, the variation time determining means is based on the result of stop display of the identification information that triggered the transition to the specific gaming state. The variation time can be determined from a time group defined so that the average time is different (for example, the pursuit time defined in the pursuit time determination table of FIG. 13 or FIG. 14 described later).

  According to this gaming machine, even if the first lottery result (so-called normal big win) that is shifted to the normal gaming state after the special gaming state is finished, the identification based on the first lottery result is obtained. Based on the result of the second lottery, the identification information is stopped and displayed based on the result of the second lottery (the winning of the so-called probable big hit) while the variable display of information is being executed. The gaming state after the end of the gaming state is shifted to the specific gaming state. Therefore, even if the probability of obtaining the second lottery result is constant in each of the normal gaming state and the specific gaming state, the second lottery result rather than the first lottery result is satisfied if the above-described condition is satisfied. Therefore, it is possible to effectively change the game settings such as the continuation rate of the specific game state as compared to a predetermined state. In addition, since the second lottery result may be prioritized over the first lottery result, even if the first lottery result is obtained, the continuation of the specific gaming state can be expected. Thus, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to effectively change the game settings such as the continuation rate of the specific game state, and even if the first lottery result is obtained, Since it is possible to expect continuation, the interest of the game can be improved.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is
The variation time determination means, in addition to the variation time of the identification information in the specific gaming state, in addition to the result of the stop display of the identification information that triggered the transition to the specific gaming state, and the lottery result by the transition lottery means The determination is made based on the number of times the identification information is displayed in a variable manner after the specific gaming state is started.

  Even with this gaming machine, even when the first lottery result (the so-called normal jackpot winning) for shifting to the normal gaming state after the end of the special gaming state is obtained, the identification information based on the first lottery result The identification information based on the second lottery result (so-called winning of the probability variation big hit) is stopped before the fluctuation display of the identification information based on the first lottery result while On the condition, the gaming state after the end of the special gaming state is shifted to the specific gaming state based on the second lottery result. Therefore, even if the probability of obtaining the second lottery result is constant in each of the normal gaming state and the specific gaming state, the second lottery result rather than the first lottery result is satisfied if the above-described condition is satisfied. Therefore, it is possible to effectively change the game settings such as the continuation rate of the specific game state as compared to a predetermined state. In addition, since the second lottery result may be prioritized over the first lottery result, even if the first lottery result is obtained, the continuation of the specific gaming state can be expected. Thus, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to effectively change the game settings such as the continuation rate of the specific game state, and even if the first lottery result is obtained, Since it is possible to expect continuation, the interest of the game can be improved.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is
The gaming state transition means includes
When the result of the transfer lottery in the transfer lottery means is a third lottery result (lottery result corresponding to small hits) different from the first lottery result and the second lottery result, Transition to the gaming state (small hit gaming state), and transition the gaming state after the end of the special gaming state to the same gaming state as before transitioning to the special gaming state,
Based on the third lottery result while the identification information on one of the first variable display means and the second variable display means is variably displayed during the specific gaming state. When the variable display of the identification information on the other variable display means is stopped, the variable information display on the one variable display means is stopped so that the display mode does not shift to the special gaming state. It is said.

  According to this gaming machine, not only when the second lottery result is obtained, but also when the third lottery result (so-called small hit win) is obtained, the normal game after the end of the special gaming state Transition to a state can be prevented. Therefore, the game settings such as the continuation rate of the specific gaming state will be more varied, and the number of variations that can prevent the transition to the normal gaming state will increase, so that the interest of the game will be further improved It becomes possible.

  Further, since the first variation time information is defined based on the number of lotteries in the transfer lottery means required until one of the first lottery result and the second lottery result is obtained in the specific gaming state. The time during which the transition to the normal gaming state based on the first lottery result can be prevented can be diversified. Therefore, the player pays attention not only to the lottery result but also to the number of lotteries required until the predetermined lottery result is obtained. Can be improved.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is
During the specific gaming state, when the identification information on the one variable display means is variably displayed and the first lottery result is determined by the transition lottery means, the variable time determining means Further comprising: a remaining time display means (for example, a display decoration member 5 to be described later) for displaying the remaining time during which the identification information in the one variable display means is variably displayed based on the determined variation time. Yes.

  According to this gaming machine, during the specific gaming state, the player can prevent the transition to the normal gaming state based on the first lottery result by the subtraction display (countdown display) of the remaining time by the remaining time display means. It is possible to grasp that it is a chance period and the remaining time of the chance period. Thereby, the player can enjoy a sense of expectation for preventing the transition to the normal gaming state.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is
The apparatus further includes decoration display means (for example, a liquid crystal display device 3 described later) that variably displays decoration identification information corresponding to the identification information variably displayed by the first variable display means and the second variable display means. And
The decoration display means performs notification for prompting the variable display of the identification information on the other variable display means while the remaining time corresponding to the one variable display means is displayed on the remaining time display means. It is characterized by.

  According to this gaming machine, it is a chance period in which the decoration display means can prompt the change of the identification information in the other variable display means, that is, the transition to the normal gaming state based on the first lottery result can be prevented. Is notified. Thereby, in addition to the countdown display by the remaining time display means, the player can grasp the method of performing the game for preventing the transition to the normal gaming state based on the first lottery result by the notification in the decoration display means. it can. Therefore, the player can further enjoy the sense of expectation for preventing the transition to the normal gaming state, compared to the case where only the countdown display is performed.

  ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, the game machine which can suppress the fall of the interest with respect to a game can be provided.

It is a front view of the game board in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention. It is the figure which expanded and showed the liquid crystal display device and its periphery in the pachinko machine shown in FIG. It is an enlarged view of the area | region (symbol display apparatus) enclosed with the dashed-two dotted line of FIG. It is a block diagram which shows the control circuit (mainly main control circuit) in the pachinko game machine which concerns on this invention. It is a block diagram which shows the control circuit (mainly sub control circuit) in the pachinko game machine which concerns on this invention. It is a figure which shows the game flow in the pachinko game machine which concerns on this invention. It is a figure which shows the determination table for normal symbols. It is a figure which shows the 1st special symbol hit determination table. It is a figure which shows the symbol determination table of a 1st special symbol. It is a figure which shows the hit determination table of a 2nd special symbol. It is a figure which shows the symbol determination table of a 2nd special symbol. It is a figure which shows a fluctuation time determination table. It is a figure which shows the chase time determination table. It is a figure which shows the modification of a pursuit time determination table. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the main process performed by the main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the system timer interruption process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the input detection process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the input detection process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol control process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol control process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol memory | storage check process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol memory | storage check process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol variation time determination process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol fluctuation | variation time management process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol fluctuation | variation time management process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol display time management process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol display time management process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the special game state start interval management process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the process during the 1st big prize opening open | release performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd big prize opening opening process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the special game state completion | finish interval process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol game completion | finish process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol game completion | finish process performed with a main control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the main process performed with a subcontrol circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the command analysis process performed with a sub-control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the command analysis process performed with a sub-control circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the display control process performed with a subcontrol circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the audio | voice control process performed with a subcontrol circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the lamp | ramp control process performed with a subcontrol circuit. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the movable decoration member process performed with a subcontrol circuit. It is a figure which shows the 1st special symbol hit determination table in a modification. It is a figure which shows the symbol determination table of the 1st special symbol in a modification. It is a figure which shows the hit determination table of the 2nd special symbol in a modification. It is a figure which shows the symbol determination table of the 2nd special symbol in a modification. It is a figure which shows the change time determination table in a modification. It is a figure which shows the chase time determination table in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol control process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol control process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol fluctuation | variation time determination process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol fluctuation | variation time management process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol fluctuation | variation time management process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol display time management process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol display time management process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol display time management process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol display time management process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the small hit | interval management process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the process at the time of the 1st big winning opening at the time of a small hit performed by the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the process at the time of the 2nd big winning opening at the time of a small hit performed by the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the small hit | end end interval process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 1st special symbol game completion | finish process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the 2nd special symbol game completion | finish process performed with the main control circuit in a modification. It is a flowchart which shows the main process performed by main CPU in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the main process performed by main CPU in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st special symbol control process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd special symbol control process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol memory | storage check process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol determination process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol fluctuation | variation time management process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol display time management process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the hit start interval management process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the big winning opening opening waiting time management process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the big prize opening process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the hit end interval process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol game completion | finish process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the system timer interruption process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the timer update process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the switch input process performed in other embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol related switch check process performed in other embodiment. It is a time chart which concerns on operation | movement of a special winning opening in other embodiment.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[Composition of gaming machine]
First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine will be described.

  In one example, the pachinko gaming machine has a structure in which a glass door, a dish unit, a launching device, and a game board are supported by a base door. The base door supports the discharge unit and the substrate unit on the back side, and is fitted into the opening of the main body.

  The glass door is pivotally attached to the base door so as to be openable and closable. A speaker and a lamp are disposed on the glass door.

  The dish unit is for storing game balls, and is disposed on the base door at the lower part of the glass door. This dish unit is configured as a unit in which a lower dish is integrated below a top dish.

  The launching device is for launching game balls stored in the upper plate to the game area. This launching device has a launching handle and is disposed at the lower right portion of the base door.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the game board 10 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is disposed in front of the base door so as to be positioned behind the protective glass in the glass door. The game board 10 has a game area 11 in which the launched game ball can roll down.

  The game board 10 includes guide rails 12A and 12B, a first start port 14A, a second start port 14B, a passage gate 15, a first large winning port 16A, a second large winning port 16B, a first shutter 17A, and a second shutter. 17B, a general winning opening 18, a symbol display device 2, a liquid crystal display device 3, movable decorative members 4A and 4B, and a display decorative member 5 are provided.

  The guide rail 12 </ b> A is disposed so as to surround the game area 11 in order to define the game area 11. The guide rail 12B is for guiding the game ball to the upper part of the game board 10 together with the guide rail 12A, and is disposed on the left side of the game board 10 inside the guide rail 12A.

  The game ball launched by the launching device flows down toward the lower side of the game board 10 while changing its advancing direction due to a collision with a game nail or the like driven into the game board 10. In this process, the game ball wins the first starting port 14A, the second starting port 14B, the passing gate 15, the first major winning port 16A, the second major winning port 16B, or the general winning port 18, and does not win. The game balls are discharged from the outlet 19. When the rotation angle of the launching handle is small, the game ball flows down mainly on the left side of the game area 11 because the launching force applied to the game ball is small. On the other hand, when the rotation angle of the launching handle is large, the game ball Since the launching force applied to the game is large, it flows down mainly on the right side of the game area 11. In general, the method of hitting the game ball to the left of the game area 11 is called left-handed, and the method of hitting the game ball to the right of the game area 11 is called right-handed. The present embodiment is configured to be suitable for right-handed in a special gaming state (big hit gaming state) and left-handed in other gaming states.

  The first start port 14A and the second start port 14B provide a chance to win a big hit lottery on the condition that a game ball is won (passed), and the results of the big hit lottery are a first special symbol display device 22 and a second special symbol display device. 23 (see FIG. 3) is given an opportunity to be displayed.

  The first start port 14 </ b> A is provided at a position below the liquid crystal display device 3. A first start port entrance sensor 141 (see FIG. 4) is disposed behind the first start port 14A. When a game ball is detected by the first starting entrance ball sensor 141 (see FIG. 4), a big hit lottery is performed inside the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a predetermined number of game balls are passed through the payout opening. To the upper or lower plate. The result of the lottery for the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 14A is displayed on the first special symbol display device 22 (see FIG. 3).

  The second start port 14B is provided directly below the first start port 14A, and a second start port entrance ball sensor 142 (see FIG. 4) is disposed behind the second start port 14B. When a game ball is detected by the second start entrance ball sensor 142 (see FIG. 4), a big hit lottery is performed inside the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a preset number of game balls are passed through the payout opening. To the upper or lower plate. The result of the lottery for the winning of the game ball to the second start port 14B is displayed on the second special symbol display device 23 (see FIG. 3).

  The second starting port 14B has a difficulty in winning a prize defined by a pair of blade members 143 serving as ordinary electric accessories. The pair of blade members 143 can select an open state in which the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 14B is allowed and a closed state in which the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 14B is not allowed. is there. These blade members 143 are rotated in the left-right direction by an ordinary electric accessory solenoid 144 (see FIG. 4), and are configured as so-called electric tulips. When the pair of blade members 143 is stopped and displayed with a predetermined symbol (a combination of lighting and extinguishing of the lamps 201 and 202 (see FIG. 3)) in the normal symbol display device 20 (see FIG. 3) to be described later, It becomes open for a predetermined number of times, and it becomes easy for a game ball to win the second start port 14B.

  For example, in the normal symbol game, the winning probability in the low probability state (the normal gaming state after the short-time end and the big hit gaming state) is, for example, 0/256 (see FIG. 7), and the pair of blade members 143 are opened. There is no. Therefore, in the low probability state, there is virtually no game ball winning at the second starting port 14B, and a big hit lottery is performed only by winning the game ball at the first starting port 14A, and the game proceeds. On the other hand, the winning probability in the high probability state (probability variation gaming state and during the short time in the normal gaming state) is, for example, 255/256 (see FIG. 7). The game is opened for a predetermined time and a predetermined number of times, and the winning of the game ball to the second start port 14B is allowed. Therefore, in the short-time gaming state, a big hit lottery is performed by winning game balls to both the first starting port 14A and the second starting port 14B, and the game proceeds. Here, for the release of the pair of blade members 143 for one game of the normal symbol game, for example, one release time is 1.3 seconds, and the total number of releases is three times. The upper limit number of winning counts to the second start port 14B for the winning game is, for example, eight.

  Note that the ordinary electric accessory is not limited to the electric tulip that rotates the blade member 143 to the left and right. For example, the tongue member (velo) moves before and after the game board 10 or rotates before and after the game board 10. It may be an open / close door (shutter) that moves to open and close the second start port 14B.

  The passing gate 15 provides an opportunity to perform a normal symbol lottery for opening the second starting port 14B, and is provided at the left center position of the game board 10. The passing gate 15 is provided with a passing ball sensor 151 (see FIG. 4), and a normal symbol lottery is performed when a game ball is detected by the passing ball sensor 151. The result of the normal symbol lottery is displayed on a normal symbol display device 20 (see FIG. 3) described later. When a specific symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 20 (see FIG. 3), which will be described later, an effect image that allows the player to grasp that the result of the normal symbol lottery is winning is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 3. You may be made to do.

  The first big winning opening 16A and the second big winning opening 16B are portions that are opened in a special gaming state (a big hit gaming state) which is a gaming state advantageous to the player. The first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B are arranged side by side in the lower right part of the game board 10, which is to the right of the first start opening 14A and the second start opening 14B. That is, the first grand prize winning opening 16A and the second big winning prize opening 16B are arranged at positions where winning can be made when the player makes a right turn. A first count sensor 161 and a second count sensor 162 (see FIG. 4) are provided at the first grand prize winning opening 16A and the second big winning prize opening 16B. The first count sensor 161 and the second count sensor 162 are for counting the number of winning game balls to the first grand prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B. When the second count sensor 162 confirms the winning of the game ball, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out to the upper plate or the lower plate through the payout opening.

  The first shutter 17A and the second shutter 17B control the first grand prize winning port 16A and the second grand prize winning port 16B in an open state or a closed state. Usually, the first grand prize winning port 16A and the second grand prize winning port are controlled. It arrange | positions so that the opening | mouth 16B may be plugged up. The first shutter 17A and the second shutter 17B are driven by a first big prize opening solenoid 171 and a second big prize opening solenoid 172 (see FIG. 4). The first shutter 17A and the second shutter 17B are opened so that a game ball can be awarded to the first grand prize winning port 16A and the second big prize winning port 16B by the first grand prize winning solenoid 171 and the second grand prize winning solenoid 172. It is individually driven to change into a state and a closed state where it is impossible or difficult to win a game ball. The first special symbol display device 22 or the second special symbol display device 23, which will be described later, drives the first special symbol display device 22 or the second special symbol display device 23 to open the first special winning port 16A and the second large winning port 16B by the first shutter 17A and the second shutter 17B. 221 or the second special symbol 231 becomes a predetermined stop display mode and is performed when the gaming state is shifted to the big hit gaming state.

  The open state of the first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B by the first shutter 17A and the second shutter 17B is the count value (game ball) by the first count sensor 161 and the second count sensor 162 (see FIG. 4). Is maintained until the predetermined time (for example, 9) is reached or the open time elapses for a predetermined time (for example, about 25 seconds). On the other hand, when the number of passing game balls reaches a predetermined number, or when the opening time of the first shutter 17A or the second shutter 17B reaches a predetermined time, the first grand prize opening 16A or the second big prize opening The first shutter 17A or the second shutter 17B is driven so as to close 16B.

  In the big hit gaming state, the first shutter 17A and the second shutter 17B are driven, so that the opening and closing of the first big winning port 16A and the second big winning port 16B are repeated. The first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B are alternately opened by the first shutter 17A and the second shutter 17B being driven alternately. That is, in the big hit gaming state, at least one of the first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B is in an open state, and when one of them is in an open state, The winning opening is closed. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, when one of the pachinko gaming machines 1 is in the open state, it is possible to execute the remaining ball monitoring process for the other large winning opening in the closed state.

  In general, the state where the big winning opening is opened in the big hit gaming state is called “round game”, from the end of the round game (after closing the big winning opening) until the next round game is started (big winning) The closed state of the big winning opening until the mouth is opened is called “inter-round game” or “inter-round interval”.

  In contrast, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the first grand prize winning port 16A and the second grand prize winning port 16B are alternately opened so that both are not closed (at least one is opened). Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, there is no “inter-round game” (“inter-round interval”), and it is possible to digest the big hit gaming state in a shorter time than in the past.

  A round game is counted as the number of rounds such as one round and two rounds. For example, the first round game may be referred to as a first round (1R) and the second round as a second round (2R). In the present embodiment, the number of times the first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B are opened in the big hit gaming state is 15, 8, or 4 times (see FIGS. 9 and 11). May be called “15R big hit”, a big hit with 8 open times will be called “8R big hit”, and a big hit with 4 open times may be called “4R big hit”.

  The general winning opening 18 is an accessory for paying out a specified number of game balls on condition that a game ball is won. Four general winning ports 18 are formed in the lower left part of the game board 10 that is to the left of the first starting port 14A and the second starting port 14B. That is, the general winning opening 18 is arranged at a position where a winning can be made when left-handed. Behind the general winning opening 18, a general winning opening entering sensor 181 is provided, and the general winning opening entering sensor 181 detects the winning of a game ball to the general winning opening 18. When a game ball wins the general winning opening 18, a preset number of game balls are paid out to the upper plate or the lower plate through the payout port.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 2 includes a normal symbol display device 20, a normal symbol hold display device 21, a first special symbol display device 22, a second special symbol display device 23, and a first special symbol hold. It has a display device 24, a second special symbol hold display device 25, a first special symbol changing display lamp 26, and a second special symbol changing display lamp 27.

  The normal symbol display device 20 displays a lottery result for the “normal symbol game” that determines whether or not to open the second start port 14B by driving the normal electric accessory (the blade member 143 (see FIG. 1)). It includes two LED lamps 201 and 202. The two LED lamps 201 and 202 are arranged side by side and turned on or off after repeating blinking. When the combination of turning on and off the LED lamps 201 and 202 in the normal symbol display device 20 is in a predetermined mode, the blade member 143 (see FIG. 1) is driven to open and close in a predetermined pattern, and the second start port 14B is opened and closed. Allow winning of game balls.

  The normal symbol hold display device 21 displays the number of times that the variable display of the held normal symbols can be performed by turning on or off the four LED lamps 211, 212, 213, and 214. The four LED lamps 211, 212, 213, and 214 are arranged side by side with the LED lamps 201 and 202 on the right side of the normal symbol display device 20. In the hold display by the LED lamps 211, 212, 213, and 214, for example, when the number of hold is “1”, the LED lamp 211 is turned on and the LED lamps 212, 213, and 214 are turned off. When the number of reservations is “2”, the LED lamps 211 and 212 are turned on and the LED lamps 213 and 214 are turned off. When the number of holds is “3”, the LED lamps 211, 212, and 213 are turned on and the LED lamp 214 is turned off. When the hold number is “4”, all of the LED lamps 211, 212, 213, and 214 are turned on.

  The 1st special symbol display device 22 and the 2nd special symbol display device 23 show the result of the big hit lottery with respect to the “special symbol game”, and each include a 7-segment LED. The first special symbol display device 22 displays the variation of the first special symbol 221 in response to the start winning at the first starting port 14A, and displays the big hit lottery result based on the winning at the first starting port 14A. It is. The second special symbol display device 23 displays a variation display of the second special symbol 231 in response to a start winning at the second starting port 14B, and displays a big hit lottery result based on the winning at the second starting port 14B. It is. The variable display of the first and second special symbol display devices 22 and 23 is performed by repeatedly turning on / off (flashing) the eight elements of the seven segments and the dots constituting the seven-segment LED. The result of the big hit lottery is displayed by a segment pattern formed by turning on / off the seven segments of the first and second special symbol display devices 22 and 23 and the eight elements of the dots. Specifically, symbols (“A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, “F”, “A”, “B”, symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 22 and the second special symbol display device 23, “G”, “H”, “a”, “b”, “c”, “d”, “e”, “f”, “g”, and “h”) for the presence of dots and seven segments “Dot + segment display A” is “A”, “dot + segment display B” is “B”, “dot + segment display C” is “C”, “dot + segment display D”. Is “D”, “dot + segment display E” is “E”, “dot + segment display F” is “F”, “dot + segment display G” is “G”, “dot + segment display H” is “ "H", "No dot + segment display A" is "a", "No dot + segment display B" is "b", "Dot “+ Segment display C” is “c”, “no dot + segment display D” is “d”, “no dot + segment display E” is “e”, “no dot + segment display F” is “f”, “No dot + segment display G” is displayed as “g”, and “No dot + segment display H” is displayed as “h”.

  The first special symbol hold display device 24 and the second special symbol hold display device 25 include four LED lamps 241, 242, 243, 244, 251, 252, 253, and 254, respectively. 241, 242, 243, 244, 251, 252, 253, 254 display the number of executions (holding number) of variable display of the first or second special symbol 221, 231 held by turning on or off. is there. Each of the first and second special symbol hold display devices 24 and 25 is arranged in a line in the left-right direction. The display mode of the number of holds in the first special symbol hold display device 24 and the second special symbol hold display device 25 is the same as the display mode of the hold number by the normal symbol hold display device 21.

  The first special symbol hold display device 24 and the second special symbol hold display device 25 enter the first or second start opening when the first or second special symbol display devices 22 and 23 are variably displayed. When a game ball is detected by the ball sensors 141 and 142 (see FIG. 4), the execution (start) of the variable display of the first or second special symbol 221 or 231 is suspended. When the first or second special symbol 221 or 231 that has been variably displayed is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the first or second special symbol 221 or 231 that has been suspended is started.

  Here, an upper limit is set for the number of times the execution of the variable display of the first and second special symbols 221 and 231 is suspended, and in this embodiment, the first and second start ports 14A and 14B are connected to each other. The maximum number of suspensions of the variable display of the first and second special symbols 221 and 231 by entering the ball is 4 respectively. When the first special symbol game corresponding to the first special symbol 221 is held four times, information on the first special symbol game corresponding to the changing first special symbol 221 is stored in the main RAM 62 (see FIG. 4). The first special symbol start memory area (1) to the first special symbol start memory are stored in the first special symbol start memory area (0) as the start memory, and the information of the first special symbol game for four times held is stored. It is stored in the area (4) as a start memory. Similarly, when the second special symbol game is held four times, the second special symbol game information corresponding to the changing second special symbol is stored in the second special symbol game in the main RAM 62 (see FIG. 4). The information of the second special symbol game for four times stored and reserved as the start memory in the symbol start memory area (0) includes the second special symbol start memory area (1) to the second special symbol start memory area (4 ) Is stored as the start memory. Therefore, the total number of winning holds in both the first and second special symbols 221 and 231, that is, the first start port 14 </ b> A and the second start port 14 </ b> B is eight in total.

  In addition, instead of the first and second special symbol hold display devices 24 and 25, or in addition to the first and second special symbol hold display devices 24 and 25, the liquid crystal display device 3 to be described later performs a first start. You may make it display the winning suspension to the opening | mouth 14A, and the winning suspension to the 2nd starting port 14B.

  The first special symbol changing display lamp 26 and the second special symbol changing display lamp 27 are arranged on the left side of the first or second special symbol hold display devices 24 and 25.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the liquid crystal display device 3 displays a variation display and stop display of the decoration identification information 31, various effects related to the game, a demonstration effect, and the first start port 14 </ b> A and the second start port 14 </ b> B. It displays the number of reserved balls for winning, etc., and is arranged at the approximate center of the game board 10.

  The decoration identification information 31 fluctuates corresponding to the variable display and stop display of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 as identification information in the first special symbol display device 22 and the second special symbol display device 23 described later. Displayed and stopped.

  Specifically, in the normal gaming state, a game ball can be won only at the first starting port 14A, and therefore the liquid crystal display device 3 displays the first special symbol 221 in a variable manner based on the winning at the first starting port 14A. And stop display. Therefore, in the normal gaming state, the decoration identification information 31 is displayed in a variable display and a stop display corresponding to the variable display and the stop display of the first special symbol 221.

  On the other hand, in the short-time gaming state (including the case of the probability variation gaming state + the short-time gaming state), the game ball can be won at both the first starting port 14A and the second starting port 14B. 3, the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is variably displayed and stopped based on winning in the first start port 14A or the second start port 14B. For this reason, in the short-time gaming state, the decoration identification information 31 is displayed in a variable display and a stop display corresponding to the display in the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 and the stop display.

  In the short-time gaming state (including the case of the probability variation gaming state + the short-time gaming state), in the big hit lottery based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 14B, the normal big hit (the normal gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state) When winning the big hit), the decoration identification information 31 is stopped and displayed with three identical symbols (in the example shown, the number “6”) even when the second special symbol 231 is variably displayed. Thereafter, the state displayed on the lower part of the liquid crystal display device 3 is maintained (decorative identification information indicated by reference numeral 32). Thereby, it is suggested to the player that the second big symbol 231 is stopped and displayed that the big hit is usually won.

  The stop display of the decoration identification information 32 (line “6” of numbers) is maintained until the second special symbol 231 is stopped and displayed. At this time, if there is a hold for the first start port 14A or a change display of the first start port 14A, the first special symbol 221 is displayed in a variable display / stop display. The change display of the first special symbol 221 under such a situation is referred to as “chase” in the present embodiment. Then, when the second special symbol 231 is variably displayed, the specific first special symbol 221 corresponding to the big hit (probability fluctuation big hit) accompanied by the transition to the probability variation gaming state is stopped and displayed after the big hit ends. In this case, the normal jackpot corresponding to the second special symbol 231 is forcibly canceled (follow-up is successful), and the probability variation jackpot processing corresponding to the first special symbol 221 is prioritized. As a result, when the jackpot gaming state for the probability variation jackpot corresponding to the first special symbol 221 is ended, the jackpot gaming state is won despite the fact that the normal jackpot corresponding to the second special symbol 231 was won first. After the end of the game, the game changes to the probability variation gaming state.

  As a display device for displaying the decoration identification information 31, for example, a plasma display, a rear projection display, or a CRT display may be used instead of the liquid crystal display device 3 or in addition to the liquid crystal display device 3. .

  As shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, the movable decorative members 4A and 4B are provided at a predetermined timing, for example, when the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is variably displayed, at the time of the notice effect, at the time of the pre-reading effect, It is movable when branching to reach, special reach development, rebirth production, big hit occurrence, or big promotion game round promotion.

  The movable decorative member 4 </ b> A imitates a character and is arranged above the liquid crystal display device 3. The movable decorative member 4 </ b> A moves downward to near the center of the liquid crystal display device 3 and rotates at the center of the liquid crystal display device 3.

  The movable decorative member 4B simulates a cylinder and is disposed below the liquid crystal display device 3. This movable decorative member 4B moves up and down or vibrates left and right. The movable decorative member 4B can perform an effect in which fireworks are launched from the movable decorative member 4B by cooperating with the effect of the liquid crystal display device 3. Of course, in the movable decorative members 4A and 4B, instead of fireworks, it is also possible to produce an effect in which characters and numbers (decorative identification symbols, jackpot expectation, pseudo-ream times, etc.) pop out.

  The display decoration member 5 performs a predetermined display such as numerals on a decoration member imitating a sphere. The display decoration member 5 incorporates a display unit 50 having two 7-segment LEDs 50A and 50B, and can display digital numbers. The display decoration member 5 functions as a countdown timer for a chance time (follow-up time) in which a normal jackpot “follow-up” (forced cancellation) in the probability variation gaming state can be performed.

  Of course, in the display decoration member 5, in addition to the follow-up time countdown, the jackpot expectation degree, the number of pseudo-reams, the number of remaining games in the short-time gaming state (or the number of short-time games when digested), and the specific performance zone after the short-time gaming state ends A number such as a count may be displayed. As the display unit 50 in the display decorative member 5, other display means such as a dot matrix or a liquid crystal display device may be used.

[Electric configuration of gaming machine]
As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, the pachinko gaming machine 1 includes a main control circuit 6 that controls a game and a sub-control circuit 7 that controls an effect according to the progress of the game.

  As shown in FIG. 4, the main control circuit 6 includes a main CPU 60, a main ROM 61 (read only memory), a main RAM 62 (read / write memory), an initial reset circuit 63, a serial communication IC 64, and a reset clock pulse generation circuit 65. And connected to various devices and various switches.

  The main CPU 60 is connected to the main ROM 61 and the main RAM 62, and has a function of executing various processes according to programs stored in the main ROM 61.

  The main ROM 61 stores various tables in addition to a program for controlling the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 by the main CPU 60, for example, a program for causing the main CPU 60 to execute the processes shown in FIGS. .

  The main RAM 62 has a function of storing various flags and variable values as a temporary storage area of the main CPU 60. As the temporary storage area of the main CPU 60, other readable / writable storage media can be used instead of the main RAM 62.

  The initial reset circuit 63 generates a reset signal when the power is turned on, and is connected to the main CPU 60.

  The serial communication IC 64 transmits a command from the main CPU 60 to the sub-control circuit 7 and is connected to the main CPU 60.

  The reset clock pulse generation circuit 65 is for generating a clock pulse at a predetermined cycle (for example, 2 msec) in order to execute a system timer interrupt process to be described later, and is connected to the main CPU 60.

  Various devices connected to the main control circuit 6 include sensors, solenoids, and a backup clear switch 80 in addition to the symbol display device 2.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the symbol display device 2 is a normal symbol display device 20 that performs variable display of a normal symbol in a normal symbol game, a normal symbol hold display device 21, and a variable symbol special symbol in a special symbol game as described above. The first special symbol display device 22 and the second special symbol display device 23, the first special symbol hold display device 24, the second special symbol hold display device 25, the first special symbol changing display lamp 26, and the second special symbol A symbol change display lamp 27 is included.

  The sensors shown in FIG. 4 include a first count sensor 161, a second count sensor 162, a general winning opening entrance ball sensor 181, a passing ball sensor 151, a first start opening entrance sensor 141, and a second start opening entrance sensor. 142 is included. The first count sensor 161 and the second count sensor 162 are configured to supply a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 6 when a game ball passes through a predetermined area of the first and second big prize opening 16A, 16B. is there. The general winning opening ball entering sensor 181 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 6 when a game ball wins the general winning opening 18. The passing ball sensor 151 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 6 when a game ball passes through the passing gate 15. The first start port entrance sensor 141 and the second start port entrance sensor 142 supply a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 6 when a game ball wins the first and second start ports 14A and 14B. Is.

  The solenoids include a normal electric accessory solenoid 144, a first big prize opening solenoid 171 and a second big prize opening solenoid 172. The ordinary electric accessory solenoid 144 is for driving a pair of blade members 143 as an ordinary electric accessory in order to allow a winning of a game ball to the second start port 14B. The first big prize opening solenoid 171 is for driving the first shutter 17A in order to open the first big prize opening 16A. The second big prize opening solenoid 172 is for driving the second shutter 17B in order to open the second big prize opening 16B.

  The back clear switch 80 is for clearing backup data in the event of a power interruption or the like in accordance with the operation of the game hall manager.

  The main control circuit 6 is further connected with a payout / firing control circuit 81. The payout / launch control circuit 81 is connected to the payout device 82 and the launch device 83, and controls the payout device 82 and the launch device 83. A card unit 84 is further connected to the payout / firing control circuit 81. The card unit 84 can be transmitted / received to / from the ball lending operation unit 85 that outputs a signal requesting the card unit 84 to lend a game ball to the card unit 84 by a player's operation. The payout / launch control circuit 81 receives a prize ball control command supplied from the main control circuit 6 and a lending ball control signal supplied from the card unit 84, and transmits a predetermined signal to the payout device 82. The payout device 82 is made to pay out the game ball. The payout / firing control circuit 81 further supplies power to the firing solenoid according to the turning angle when the launching handle of the launching device 83 is gripped by the player and is turned clockwise. Control to fire the game ball.

  As shown in FIG. 5, the sub control circuit 7 is connected to the main control circuit 6 via a command input port (not shown), and is configured so that a command is supplied from the main control circuit 6. . The sub control circuit 7 performs various controls in accordance with various commands supplied from the main control circuit 6, and includes a sub CPU 71, a program ROM 72, a work RAM 73, a movable decorative member control circuit 74, and a display control circuit. 75, an audio control circuit 76, and a lamp control circuit 77.

  The sub CPU 71 has a function of executing various processes in accordance with programs stored in the program ROM 72. In particular, the sub CPU 71 controls the sub control circuit 7 in accordance with various commands supplied from the main control circuit 6.

  The program ROM 72 stores various tables in addition to a program for controlling the game effects of the pachinko gaming machine 1 by the sub CPU 71, for example, a program for causing the sub CPU 71 to execute the processes shown in FIGS. ing. As the programs and various tables, those recorded in another computer-readable storage medium can be used instead of the program ROM 72 or in addition to the program ROM 72. As a storage medium in this case, for example, a hard disk device, a CD-ROM, a DVD-ROM, or a ROM cartridge can be used. Further, the above-described programs and tables may be downloaded from a server outside the pachinko gaming machine 1 after the power is turned on and recorded in the work RAM 73.

  The work RAM 73 stores various flags and variable values as a temporary storage area of the sub CPU 71. As the temporary storage area of the sub CPU 71, another readable / writable storage medium can be used instead of the work RAM 73 or in addition to the work RAM 73.

  The movable decorative member control circuit 74 is for driving and controlling the movable decorative members 4A and 4B as an effect when the first and second special symbols 221 and 231 are variably displayed or as an effect in the big hit gaming state. It is.

  The display control circuit 75 controls display on the display decoration member 5 and the liquid crystal display device 3 in accordance with data supplied from the sub CPU 71. The display control circuit 75 controls the display decoration member 5 so as to control the display decoration member 5 so that predetermined digital numbers are displayed in a variable manner or stopped.

  The display control circuit 75 also displays an image on the liquid crystal display device 3, an image data processor (VDP), an image data ROM storing data for generating various image data, and a buffer for the image data. A frame buffer, a D / A converter for converting image data as an image signal, and the like are included. The display control circuit 75 temporarily stores image data to be displayed on the liquid crystal display device 3 in the frame buffer in accordance with an image display command supplied from the sub CPU 71. Examples of the image data include decorative design image data, background image data, and various effect image data.

  The display control circuit 75 further supplies the image data stored in the frame buffer to the D / A converter at a predetermined timing. The D / A converter converts the image data as an image signal and supplies the image signal to the liquid crystal display device 3 at a predetermined timing. In the liquid crystal display device 3, an image is displayed based on the image signal from the D / A converter.

  The sound control circuit 76 is for performing control related to the sound generated from the speaker 761. For example, a sound source IC for performing control related to sound, a sound data ROM for storing various sound data, and an amplifier for amplifying the sound signal (AMP) is included. The sound source IC controls sound generated from the speaker 761, for example, notification, production, and error notification. The sound source IC can select one piece of sound data from a plurality of pieces of sound data stored in the sound data ROM in accordance with a sound generation command supplied from the sub CPU 71. The sound source IC can further read out the selected audio data from the audio data ROM, convert the audio data into a predetermined audio signal, and supply the audio signal to the AMP. The AMP amplifies the sound signal and generates sound from the speaker 761.

  The lamp control circuit 77 is for controlling a lamp 771 including a decoration lamp and the like, from a drive circuit for supplying a lamp control signal, a decoration data ROM storing a plurality of types of lamp decoration patterns, and the like. It is configured. The lamp 771 performs various notifications such as production and notification.

  FIG. 6 shows a state in which a signal is supplied from the main control circuit 6 to the sub control circuit 7 and no signal can be supplied from the sub control circuit 7 to the main control circuit 6. You may comprise so that a signal can be transmitted to the main control circuit 6 from the circuit 7. FIG.

[Game flow]
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the gaming state is shifted between the normal gaming state, the probability variation gaming state, and the special gaming state (big hit gaming state).

  The normal gaming state is a gaming state with a low probability of winning a big hit (for example, 1/300), and shifts to when the big hit gaming state due to the normal big hit ends. In the present embodiment, 50% of the jackpot winning is a normal jackpot (see FIGS. 9 and 11).

  The probability variation gaming state is a gaming state with a high probability (for example, 1/30) of the jackpot winning probability, and transitions when the jackpot gaming state due to the probability variation jackpot ends. In the present embodiment, 50% of the jackpot winning win is a probability variation jackpot (see FIGS. 9 and 11). In the probability variation gaming state according to the present invention, the probability of winning in the normal symbol game is high (for example, 255/256 (see FIG. 7)).

  The special game state (big hit game state) is a game state in which the first and second big prize winning openings 16A and 16B are opened. In the normal game state or the probability variation game state, a lottery is won to win the first or second special game state. The symbols 221 and 231 are in a specific form (derived special symbols “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, “F”, “G”, “H”, “a”, “b” ”,“ C ”,“ d ”,“ e ”,“ f ”,“ g ”,“ h ”(see FIGS. 9 and 11)), and then the process proceeds. 4R, 8R, and 15R are set as the special game state.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the big hit gaming state is completed by digesting a predetermined number of rounds, the game moves to either the normal gaming state or the probability variation gaming state with different big winning lottery probabilities, but has changed to any gaming state. There may be a short-time gaming state until the predetermined number of games is exhausted while giving notifications that are not known. Here, the short-time gaming state is a high probability of hitting in a normal symbol game (for example, 255/256 (see FIG. 7)), and a winning of a game ball to the second start port 14B is achieved by opening the blade member 143. It is in a supported state.

  The number of short-time games is determined until the next big win lottery is won when the game moves to the probability variation game state, and becomes 20 times, 30 times, or 50 times when the game state changes to the normal game state. Therefore, if the blade member 143 is operating even when the maximum number of games of 50 times that is the maximum value set as the number of short-time games is exceeded, the special symbol game of 50 times after the end of the big hit gaming state is a probability It is determined that the game is a special symbol game with a variable gaming state, and regardless of the production or announcement of the liquid crystal display device 3 or the like, it is a probability variable gaming state in which the short-time gaming state continues until the next big win lottery is won. Determine. In addition, there is a case in which it is informed from the first special symbol game after the big hit gaming state is finished that the probability variation gaming state is present. In that case, it is determined that the game state is a probability variation game state in which the short-time game state continues until the next big win lottery is won.

  When the predetermined number of short-time games are digested and the short-time game state ends, the stage shifts to a specific production zone for production. The specific effect zone is an effect in a normal gaming state where, for example, 15 games are continued. In this specific production zone, it is difficult for the reach production to occur, but if the reach occurs, the production with a high expectation degree for the big hit is performed.

[Normal symbol hit judgment table]
FIG. 7 shows a normal symbol hit determination table of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data relating to the normal symbol hit determination table is stored in the main ROM 61.

  The normal symbol hit determination table is referred to when the normal symbol hit lottery is performed based on the acquired random number when the passing ball sensor 151 detects that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 15. is there. In the normal symbol winning lottery, the lottery random number range is 0 to 255, and the winning probability in the low probability state (the normal gaming state after the short-time end and the big hit gaming state) is 0/256. Therefore, in the low probability state, the winning combination is not won, and there is virtually no winning of the game ball to the second start port 14B. On the other hand, the winning probability in the high probability state (probability changing gaming state and short time in the normal gaming state) is 255/256, which makes it easy to win.

[First special symbol hit determination table]
FIG. 8 shows a special symbol hit determination table of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data relating to the first special symbol hit determination table is stored in the main ROM 61.

  The first special symbol hit determination table is based on the first random symbol based on the acquired random number, when the first starting entrance ball sensor 141 detects that a game ball has won the first starting entrance 14A. This is referred to when the lottery is performed. In the first special symbol lottery, the lottery random number range is 0 to 299, the winning random number value in the normal gaming state is one of “0”, and the winning random number value in the probability varying gaming state is “0” to “9” of 10 It is a piece. Therefore, the hit probability is a low probability of 1/300 in the normal gaming state and a high probability of 1/30 (10/300) in the probability variation gaming state. When the winning random number is acquired, after the fluctuation of the first special symbol 221 is stopped, the state shifts to a special gaming state (big hit gaming state). On the other hand, if a random number other than the winning random number (losing random number) is acquired, there is no transition of the gaming state after the first special symbol 221 stops changing.

[Design determination table for first special symbol]
FIG. 9 shows a symbol determination table for the first special symbol of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data relating to the symbol determination table of the first special symbol is stored in the main ROM 61.

  The symbol determination table of the first special symbol acquires a big hit random number in the winning lottery of the first special symbol 221 (“0” in the normal gaming state, “0” to “9” in the probability variation gaming state (FIG. 8). Reference)) is referred to. In the symbol determination of the first special symbol 221, the lottery random number range is 0-5. In the normal game state symbol determination, when the acquired random number is “0”, the derived special symbol is “A” with a 15R probability variation big hit, and when the acquired random number is “1”, the derived special symbol is “8R certain variation big hit”. B ”, when the acquired random number is“ 2 ”, the derived special symbol is“ C ”with 4R probability variation jackpot, and when the acquired random number is“ 3 ”to“ 5 ”, the derived special symbol is“ D ”with 4R normal jackpot It corresponds to. In the symbol determination of the probability variation gaming state, when the acquired random number is “0”, the derived special symbol is “E” with a 15R probability variable big hit, and when the acquired random number is “1”, the derived special symbol is with an 8R probability variable big hit. When the acquired random number is “2”, the derived special symbol is “G” with 4R probability variable big hit, and when the acquired random number is “3” to “5”, the special symbol derived with 4R normal big hit is “H”. Is supported.

  When the acquired random numbers in the symbol determination lottery are “0”, “1”, and “2”, the short-time game from the first rotation after the end of the special game state until the next big bonus lottery in the special symbol wins It becomes a state. When the acquired random number in the symbol determination lottery is “3”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 50th rotation after the end of the special gaming state is entered. When the acquired random number in the symbol determination lottery is “4”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 30th rotation after the end of the special gaming state is entered. When the acquired random number in the symbol determination lottery is “5”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 20th rotation after the end of the special gaming state is set.

[Second special symbol hit determination table]
FIG. 10 shows a special symbol hit determination table of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data relating to the hit determination table of the second special symbol 231 is stored in the main ROM 61.

  The hit determination table of the second special symbol 231 is referred to when the second special symbol lottery is performed in response to the fact that the second starting port entrance ball sensor 142 detects that a game ball has won the second starting port 14B. It is what is done. In the second special symbol lottery, the lottery random number range is 0 to 299, the winning random number value in the normal gaming state is one of “0”, and the random number in the probability variation gaming state is ten of “0” to “9”. is there. Therefore, the hit probability in the normal gaming state is a low probability of 1/300, and the hit probability in the probability variation gaming state is a high probability of 1/30 (10/300). When the big hit random number is acquired, after the fluctuation of the second special symbol 231 is stopped, the state shifts to a special gaming state (big hit gaming state). On the other hand, when a non-hit random number (losing random number) is acquired, there is no transition of the gaming state after the second special symbol 231 stops changing.

[Second special symbol determination table]
FIG. 11 shows a symbol determination table for the second special symbol 231 of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data relating to the symbol determination table of the second special symbol 231 is stored in the main ROM 61.

  The symbol determination table of the second special symbol 231 acquires a big hit random number in the winning lottery of the second special symbol 231 ("0" in the normal gaming state, "0" to "9" in the probability variation gaming state (Fig. 10))). In the symbol determination of the second special symbol 231, the random number range is 0-5. In the normal game state symbol determination, when the acquired random number is “0”, the derived special symbol is “a” with a 15R probability variation big hit, and when the acquired random number is “1”, the derived special symbol is “8R certain variation big hit”. b ”, when the acquired random number is“ 2 ”, the derived special symbol is“ c ”with 4R probability variation big hit, and when the acquired random number is“ 3 ”to“ 5 ”, the derived special symbol is“ d ”with 4R normal big hit. It corresponds to. In the symbol determination of the probability variation gaming state, when the acquired random number is “0”, the derived special symbol is “e” with a 15R probability variable big hit, and when the acquired random number is “1”, the derived special symbol is with an 8R probability variable big hit. When the acquired random number is “2”, the derived special symbol is “g” with 4R probability variable big hit, and when the acquired random number is “3” to “5”, the derived special symbol is “h” with 4R normal big hit. It corresponds to.

  When the acquired random numbers in the symbol determination lottery are “0”, “1”, and “2”, the short-time game from the first rotation after the end of the special game state until the next big bonus lottery in the special symbol wins It becomes a state. When the acquired random number in the symbol determination lottery is “3”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 50th rotation after the end of the special gaming state is entered. When the acquired random number in the symbol determination lottery is “4”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 30th rotation after the end of the special gaming state is entered. When the acquired random number in the symbol determination lottery is “5”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 20th rotation after the end of the special gaming state is set.

[Variation time determination table]
FIG. 12 shows a variation time determination table for the first special symbol 221 and the second special symbol 231 of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data relating to this variation time determination table is stored in the main ROM 61. In FIG. 12, it is not classified as a normal gaming state and a probability variation gaming state, but for convenience, it is classified as a normal gaming state A, a normal gaming state B, and a probability variation gaming state. Here, “normal gaming state A” means a gaming state with a low probability of winning a big hit (normal gaming state) and no short time, and “normal gaming state B” means a low probability of winning a big hit (normal gaming state). And it means a game state with a short time.

  The variation time determination table is the first based on the derived special symbols determined in the symbol determination table of the first special symbol 221 in FIG. 9 or the symbol determination table of the second special symbol 231 in FIG. This is for determining the variation time of the special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231. The range of the random time for determining the variation time is 0-2.

  In determining the variation time in the normal gaming state A (no time saving), the derived special symbol is “A”, “a”, “B”, “b”, “C” or “c”, that is, the special symbol winning lottery When the result is “probability variation jackpot”, when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 35 seconds, when “1”, the variation time is 50 seconds, and when “2”, the variation time is 60 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “D” or “d”, that is, when the result of the special symbol hitting lottery is “ordinary big hit”, when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 40 seconds, “ When “1”, the variation time is 55 seconds, and when “2”, the variation time is 65 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “-” (not applicable), that is, when the result of the special symbol hitting lottery is “losing”, when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 10 seconds, “1 "", The fluctuation time is 25 seconds, and when "2", the fluctuation time is 45 seconds.

  In determining the variation time in the normal gaming state B (with short time), the derived special symbol is “A”, “a”, “B”, “b”, “C” or “c”, that is, the special symbol winning lottery When the result is “probability variation jackpot”, when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 20 seconds, when “1”, the variation time is 30 seconds, and when “2”, the variation time is 40 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “D” or “d”, that is, when the result of the special symbol hitting lottery is “ordinary big hit”, when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 25 seconds, “ When “1”, the variation time is 35 seconds, and when “2”, the variation time is 45 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “-” (not applicable), that is, when the result of the special symbol winning lottery is “losing”, when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 7 seconds, “1” "", The fluctuation time is 15 seconds, and when "2", the fluctuation time is 20 seconds.

  In determining the variation time in the probability variation gaming state, the derived special symbol is “E”, “e”, “F”, “f”, “G” or “g”, that is, the result of the lottery of the special symbol is “probability” In the case of “large variation hit”, the fluctuation time determination random number is “0”, the fluctuation time is 15 seconds, “1” is the fluctuation time is 20 seconds, and “2” is the fluctuation time is 25 seconds. . When the derived special symbol is “H”, that is, when the result of the special symbol winning lottery is “ordinary jackpot” (excluding the normal jackpot in the second special symbol 231 (derived symbol “h”)), the obtained variation time When the decision random number is “0”, the variation time is 20 seconds, when “1”, the variation time is 25 seconds, and when “2”, the variation time is 30 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “-” (not applicable), that is, when the result of the special symbol winning lottery is “losing”, when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 5 seconds, “1” "", The fluctuation time is 10 seconds, and when "2", the fluctuation time is 15 seconds.

  When the derived special symbol is “h”, that is, when the winning lottery result of the second special symbol 231 in the probability variation state is “ordinary big hit”, the variation time is determined based on the pursuit time determination table shown in FIG. To do.

[Pursuit time determination table]
FIG. 13 shows a pursuit time determination table for the pachinko gaming machine 2. This pursuit time determination table is referred to in order to determine the fluctuation time when the result of the lottery of the second special symbol 231 in the probability fluctuation state is “normal big hit”. Data relating to the follow-up time determination table is stored in the main ROM 61, and the follow-up time is determined based on the last special symbol and the obtained random time for determining the change time (random number range 0 to 2).

  Here, the “special symbol” is the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 corresponding to the probability variation jackpot that has caused the transition to the current probability variation state. That is, the pursuit time is defined according to a special symbol (number of big hit rounds) that has become a trigger for the transition to the probability variation state.

  The “follow-up time” is a change time when the jackpot lottery result is a normal jackpot in the probability varying game state that has shifted to after the end of the special game state (big hit game state) after the stop display of the previous special symbol. During the pursuit time, even if the second special symbol 231 is variably displayed, the winning lottery result of the first special symbol 221 triggered by the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 14A is displayed. Based on this, the first special symbol 221 repeatedly performs variable display / stop display. In other words, during the fluctuation display of the second special symbol 231 during the chase time, the winning lottery result of the first special symbol 221 is displayed first, and when the display result is a specific mode corresponding to the probability variation big hit, The probability variation jackpot in the winning lottery of the first special symbol 221 is prioritized over the normal jackpot in the winning lottery of the 2 special symbol 231. That is, even if a normal jackpot is won in one special symbol, until the one special symbol is stopped after the fluctuation time ends, a probable big hit is allocated in the lottery of the other special symbol, and When the variation time to stop before one special symbol stops is selected, the other probability variation big hit symbol stops before the one special symbol that is changing. Based on the winning contents of both sides and the fluctuation time, when the other probable big hit symbol stops, the symbol that is scheduled to stop at the normal big hit of one special symbol is forcibly stopped at the lost symbol and the change ends The pursuit is realized by doing.

  When the special symbol is “A” or “a” (15R probability variation big hit in the normal gaming state A and B), the follow-up time (second special symbol 231) is obtained when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”. When “1” is “ordinary big hit”) is 150 seconds, when “1” is the follow-up time is 180 seconds, when “2” is the follow-up time is 210 seconds, and the average follow-up time is 3 minutes (180 seconds) ).

  When the special symbol is “B” or “b” (8R probability variation big hit in the normal gaming state A, B), when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”, the follow-up time is 100 seconds, “1 "" Is the follow-up time is 120 seconds, and "2" is the follow-up time is 140 seconds, and the average value of the follow-up time is 2 minutes (120 seconds).

  If the special symbol is “C” or “c” (4R probability variation big hit in normal gaming state A, B), when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, the follow-up time is 50 seconds, “1 "", The follow-up time is 60 seconds, and when "2", the follow-up time is 70 seconds, and the average value of the follow-up time is 1 minute (60 seconds).

  When the special symbol is “E” or “e” (15R probability variation big hit in the probability variation state), the follow-up time is 200 seconds when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, and when the follow-up time is “1” When the follow-up time is 240 seconds and “2”, the follow-up time is 280 seconds, and the average value of the follow-up time is 4 minutes (240 seconds).

  When the special symbol is “F” or “f” (8R probability variation big hit in the probability variation state), the follow-up time is 150 seconds when the obtained random number for variation time determination is “0”, and when the follow-up time is “1” When the follow-up time is 180 seconds and “2”, the follow-up time is 210 seconds, and the average follow-up time is 3 minutes (180 seconds).

  When the special symbol is “G” or “g” (4R probability variation big hit in the probability variation state), the follow-up time is 100 seconds when the obtained random time for variation time determination is “0”, and when the follow-up time is “1” When the follow-up time is 120 seconds and “2”, the follow-up time is 140 seconds, and the average value of the follow-up time is 2 minutes (120 seconds).

  Probability fluctuation jackpot ("A", "a", "B", "b", "C" or "c") in the special gaming state A, B and probability fluctuation jackpot in the probability variation gaming state ( In both cases of “E”, “e”, “F”, “f”, “G” or “g”), the follow-up time (average value) is preferentially given to the probability variation big hit with a large number of rounds advantageous to the player. Has been. In other words, the special symbol that is more advantageous to the player is given priority to the pursuit time (average value), and the pursuit possibility (the second special symbol 231 is changed with the fluctuation time corresponding to “normal jackpot” in the probability variation gaming state). In the case of a change, the chance to win the probability variation big win in the winning lottery of the first special symbol 221 is higher than the second special symbol 231 (the possibility that the first special symbol 221 stops and displays first). .

  Also, the probability variation jackpot (“A”, “a”, “B”, “b”, “C” or “c”) in the special gaming state A, B and the probability variation in the probability variation gaming state In jackpot (“E”, “e”, “F”, “f”, “G” or “g”), the probability variation jackpot in the probability variation gaming state is favored for the follow-up time (average value). ing. In other words, the special symbol acquired in a more advantageous situation for the player has a higher pursuit time (average value), and the pursuit possibility (the second fluctuation time corresponding to the “normal jackpot” in the probability variation gaming state is the second. When the special symbol 231 is fluctuating, the probability variation big hit is won in the first special symbol 221 winning lottery, and the first special symbol 221 may be stopped and displayed earlier than the second special symbol 231). Has been made.

[Pursuit Time Determination Table (Modification)]
FIG. 14 shows a modification of the pursuit time determination table of the pachinko gaming machine 1. This pursuit time determination table is basically the same as the pursuit time determination table shown in FIG. 13. For example, the relationship between the special symbol and the acquired random time for determining the fluctuation time and the pursuit time determined at that time is also illustrated. This is the same as the pursuit time determination table shown in FIG. On the other hand, the pursuit time determination table shown in FIG. 14 is different from the pursuit time determination table shown in FIG. Is different.

  When the special symbol is “A”, “a”, “E”, or “e” (normal gaming state A, B or 15R probability variation big hit in probability variation state), the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “ When “0”, the chase time is determined from the first rotation after the end of the special gaming state, when “1”, the chase time is determined from the eleventh rotation after the end of the special gaming state, and when “2”, the special game is determined. The pursuit time is determined from the 21st rotation after the end of the state. In other words, when the special symbol is “A”, “a”, “E” or “e”, the progress of the short-time game after the end of the special game state when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0” The follow-up time is determined regardless of the stage (number of times of digestion). When “1”, the follow-up time is not determined from the first rotation to the tenth rotation after the end of the special game state, and the normal fluctuation time (for example, FIG. 12). A variation time similar to the derived symbol “H” in the probability variation gaming state (hereinafter the same) is determined, and in the case of “2”, the pursuit time is determined from the first rotation to the 20th rotation after the end of the special gaming state. Usually, the variation time is determined.

  When the special symbol is “B”, “b”, “F” or “f” (normal gaming state A, B or 8R probability variation big hit in probability variation state), the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “ When “0”, the pursuit time is determined from the 11th rotation after the end of the special gaming state, when “1”, the pursuit time is determined from the 21st rotation after the end of the special gaming state, and when “2”, the special game is determined. The pursuit time is determined from the 31st rotation after the end of the state. In other words, when the special symbol is “B”, “b”, “F”, or “f”, when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, it is 10th from the first rotation after the end of the special gaming state. The normal fluctuation time is determined without determining the pursuit time until the first rotation, and when it is “1”, the normal fluctuation time is not determined from the first rotation to the 20th rotation after the end of the special gaming state. In the case of “2”, the normal fluctuation time is determined without determining the pursuit time from the first rotation to the 30th rotation after the end of the special gaming state.

  When the special symbol is “C”, “c”, “G”, or “g” (normal gaming state A, B or probability variation big hit in the probability variation state), the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “ When “0”, the chase time is determined from the 31st rotation after the end of the special gaming state, when “1”, the chase time is determined from the 41st rotation after the end of the special gaming state, and when the game is “2”, the special game is determined. The pursuit time is determined from the 51st rotation after the end of the state. In other words, when the special symbol is “C”, “c”, “G”, or “g”, when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, 30th from the first rotation after the end of the special gaming state. The normal fluctuation time is determined without determining the pursuit time until the first rotation, and when it is “1”, the normal fluctuation time is not determined from the first rotation to the 40th rotation after the end of the special gaming state. In the case of “2”, the normal fluctuation time is determined without determining the pursuit time from the first rotation to the 50th rotation after the end of the special gaming state.

  When the special symbol is “A”, “a”, “E” or “e” (normal gaming state A, B or 15R probability variation big hit in the probability variation state), the special symbol is “B”, “b”, When “F” or “f” (normal gaming state A, B or 8R probability variation big hit in probability variation state), the special symbol is “C”, “c”, “G” or “g” (normal gaming state) Comparing the cases of A, B, or 4R probability variation jackpots in the probability variation state), the probability variation jackpot that has become the trigger for the transition to the probability variation gaming state, the probability variation jackpot with a greater number of rounds more advantageous to the player In other words, the special symbol that is more advantageous to the player is given preferential treatment to the progress stage (number of times of digestion) of the short-time game, and the possibility of follow-up (the second special with the fluctuation time corresponding to “normal jackpot” in the probability fluctuation game state) First special when symbol 231 is changing Won probability change big hit in per drawing of the handle 221, a first special symbol 221 is adapted to be possible to display stops first) is higher than the second special symbol 231.

[Main processing]
FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a main process performed by the main control circuit 6 (main CPU 60).

  In this main process, the main CPU 60 first executes an initial setting process (S11). In this processing, the main CPU 60 executes RAM access permission, backup restoration processing, work area initialization, and the like. When this process ends, the process proceeds to S12.

  In S12, the main CPU 60 executes normal symbol control processing. In this process, the main CPU 60 extracts a random number value in accordance with the detection signal from the passing ball sensor 151, refers to the normal symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 7) stored in the main ROM 61, and selects the normal symbol lottery. Judge whether or not you win. The main CPU 60 further executes a process of storing the determination result in the main RAM 62. Note that when the normal symbol lottery is won, the ordinary electric accessory (the blade member 143 (see FIG. 1)) is in an open state, so that the game ball can easily enter the second start port 14B. When this process ends, the process proceeds to S13.

  In S13, the main CPU 60 executes normal symbol display device control processing. In this procedure, the main CPU 60 stores in the main RAM 62 a control signal for driving the normal symbol display device 20 based on the result of the normal symbol lottery stored in the main RAM 62, and the control signal is stored in the normal symbol display device 20. Send to. Based on the received control signal, the normal symbol display device 20 repeatedly displays blinking of the two LED lamps 201 and 202, and then variably displays them as normal symbols, and then displays the lamps 201 and 202 on or off. Take control.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a random number initial value update process (S14). In this process, the main CPU 60 updates the initial value random value counter, the rendering condition selection random value counter, and the like.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a first special symbol control process in S15 and a second special symbol control process in S16. The first special symbol control process and the second special symbol control process will be described later with reference to FIGS. 19 and 20, respectively. However, after the first special symbol control process (S15) is executed, the second special symbol control process is performed. If (S16) is executed and completed, the process proceeds to S17.

  In S17, the main CPU 60 executes a special symbol display device control process. In this process, the main CPU 60 drives the first special symbol display device 22 or the second special symbol display device 23 in the first special symbol control process or the second special symbol control process of FIG. 19 or FIG. The control state flag is stored in the main RAM 62, and a control signal corresponding to the control flag is transmitted to the first or second special symbol display device 22,23. The first special symbol display device 22 or the second special symbol display device 23 controls the turning on / off of each segment of the 7-segment LED and the dots based on the received control signal, so that the first special symbol display 221 or the second special symbol display device 22 2 Change and stop display of special symbol 231 is performed. When this process ends, the process proceeds to S12, and the processes of S12 to S17 are repeated.

[System timer interrupt processing]
FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing a system timer interrupt process performed by the main control circuit 6 (main CPU 60). This system timer interrupt process is a process that may be executed by interrupting the main process even when the main process shown in FIG. It is executed according to a clock pulse generated every predetermined period (for example, 2 msec).

  In the system timer interrupt process, the main CPU 60 first increments the count values of the jackpot determination random number counter, the jackpot symbol determination random number counter, the normal symbol determination random number counter, the variation time determination random number counter, etc. by “1”. The random number update process is executed (S21).

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes an input detection process for detecting the winning or passing of the game ball to the starting port or the like (S22). Details of the input detection process will be described later with reference to FIGS. 17 and 18.

  Next, the main CPU 60 waits for a synchronization between the main control circuit 6 and the sub-control circuit 7 and opens a big prize opening for measuring the opening times of the first and second big prize openings 16A and 16B. Update processing of various timers such as a time timer is executed (S23). Then, an output process is executed in order to supply a signal for drive control based on various variables to a solenoid, a motor or the like (S24).

  Next, after executing a command output process for supplying various commands to the sub-control circuit 7 (S25), the main CPU 60 sends a prize ball control command for causing the payout device to perform a prize ball to the payout / firing control circuit. A payout process such as transmission is executed (S26). When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished, the address is returned to the address before the occurrence of the interrupt, and the main process is executed.

[Input detection processing]
17 and 18 are flowcharts showing the input detection processing executed in S22 of FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 17, in the input detection process, the main CPU 60 first loads the state of the first start-entry ball sensor 141 (S31), and determines whether or not the first start-entry ball sensor 141 has reacted. A determination process is executed (S32). In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first start-entrance ball sensor 141 has reacted (S32: YES), the main CPU 60 loads the first special symbol hold number counter (S33), and holds the first special symbol hold. A process of determining whether or not the number counter is the upper limit value (the number of holdings is 4) is executed (S34).

  In S34, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol reservation number counter is not the upper limit value (the number of reservations is four) (S34: NO), the main CPU 60 adds “1” to the first special symbol reservation number counter. (S35).

  When the process of S35 is completed, when the main CPU 60 determines in S32 that the first start-in entrance ball sensor 141 is not responding (S32: NO), or in S34, the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol hold number When it is determined that the counter is the upper limit value (the number of holdings is 4) (S34: YES), the state of the second start port entrance sensor 142 is loaded (S36), and the second start port entrance sensor 142 is loaded. A process of determining whether or not has reacted is executed (S37). In this process, if the main CPU 60 determines that the second starting entrance sensor 142 has responded (S37: YES), the main CPU 60 loads the second special symbol hold number counter (S38), and holds the second special symbol hold. A process of determining whether or not the number counter is the upper limit value (the number of holdings is 4) is executed (S39).

  In S39, when determining that the second special symbol reservation number counter is not the upper limit value (the number of reservations is four) (S39: NO), the main CPU 60 adds “1” to the second special symbol reservation number counter. (S40).

  When the process of S40 is completed, when the main CPU 60 determines in S37 that the second starting-entrance ball sensor 142 is not responding (S: 37NO), or in S39, the second special symbol holding number counter is the upper limit value. When it is determined that (the number of holdings is 4) (S39: YES), as shown in FIG. 18, the main CPU 60 loads the state of the passing ball sensor 151 (S41) and passes the passing ball sensor 151. A process of determining whether or not has reacted is executed (S42). In this process, if the main CPU 60 determines that the passing ball sensor 151 has reacted (S42: YES), the main CPU 60 loads the normal symbol hold ball counter (S43), and the normal symbol hold counter is the upper limit value (hold). A process of determining whether or not the number is 4) is executed (S44).

  In S44, when the main CPU 60 determines that the normal symbol hold count counter is not the upper limit (the hold count is 4) (NO), the main CPU 60 adds “1” to the normal symbol hold count counter (S45).

  When the process of S45 is completed, when the main CPU 60 determines in S42 that the passing ball sensor 151 is not responding (S42: NO), or in S44, the main CPU 60 sets the normal symbol hold count counter to the upper limit value (hold). If it is determined that the number is four) (S44: YES), the state of the first count sensor 161 is loaded (S46), and processing for determining whether or not the first count sensor 161 has reacted is executed. (S47). In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first count sensor 161 has reacted (S47: YES), the main CPU 60 adds “1” to the first count sensor reaction number counter.

  When the processing of S48 is completed, or when the main CPU 60 determines in S47 that the first count sensor 161 is not responding (S47: NO), the state of the second count sensor 162 is loaded (S49). Then, a process of determining whether or not the second count sensor 162 has reacted is executed (S50). In this process, when it is determined that the second count sensor 162 has reacted (S50: YES), the main CPU 60 adds “1” to the second count sensor reaction number counter.

  When the process of S51 is completed, or when the main CPU 60 determines in S50 that the second count sensor 162 is not responding (S50: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

[First special symbol control process]
FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol control process executed in S15 of FIG. In FIG. 19, the numerical values written on the sides of S 62 to S 69 indicate the control state flags of the first special symbol 221 corresponding to those steps, and function as the control state flags of the first special symbol 221 in the main RAM 62. It is stored in the storage area. The control state flag of the first special symbol 221 indicates the game state of the first special symbol game, and enables one of the processes in S62 to S69 to be executed. Here, S62 is the first special symbol memory check process (00), S63 is the first special symbol variation time management process (01), S64 is the first special symbol display time management process (02), and S65 is the special game state start. Interval management process (03), S66 is the first big prize opening open process (04), S67 is the second big prize opening open process (05), S68 is the special game state end interval process (06), S69 is the first One special symbol game end process (07).

  In the first special symbol control process, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of loading the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 stored in the main RAM 62 (S61), and then the control state flag of the first special symbol 221. In accordance with the numerical value, it is determined whether or not various processes are executed in each step (S62 to S69), and the step for the numerical value is executed to advance the first special symbol game. Specifically, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 to “00” and “00” when the game state is not the special game state (big hit game state) and the result of the big hit determination is lost. By sequentially setting “01”, “02”, and “07”, the processing of S62, S63, S64, and S69 shown in FIG. 19 is executed at a predetermined timing. On the other hand, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 to “00”, “01”, when the game state is not the special game state (big hit game state) and the result of the big hit determination is big hit. By setting “02” and “03” in this order, the processing of S62, S63, S64, and S65 shown in FIG. 19 is executed at a predetermined timing, and control to the special gaming state is executed. Further, when the control to the special gaming state is executed, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag in the order of “04” and “05”, thereby performing the processing of S66 and S67 shown in FIG. 19 at a predetermined timing. Will be executed and a special game will be executed. When the special game state is terminated in the process of S66 or S67 shown in FIG. 19 after the control to the special game state is executed, the main CPU 60 also performs the special game state end interval process (06 of S68). ) And the first special symbol game end process (07) of S69.

  Details of the processes in S62 to S69 of FIG. 19 will be described later individually, but the processes in S62 to S69 will be briefly described below. The main CPU 60 executes the process in each step at a predetermined timing determined according to a waiting time timer set for each step. That is, before the predetermined timing is reached, the process is terminated without executing the process in each step, and another subroutine is executed. Of course, the system timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 16 is also executed at a predetermined cycle.

  In the first special symbol memory check process (00) of S62, the main CPU 60 performs the first special symbol variation time management process (S63) on the condition that the value of the first special symbol hold count counter is not 0. The control state flag (01) of the special symbol 221 is set, and the variation time is set as a waiting time timer. In the first special symbol memory check process, the control state flag (01) of the first special symbol 221 and the waiting time timer are set, so that the first special symbol of S63 is elapsed after the elapse of the variation time set as the waiting time timer. The variable time management process is set to be executed.

  In the first special symbol variation time management process (01) of S63, the main CPU 60 indicates that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (01) indicating the first special symbol variation time management process, and the first special symbol variation time management process (01). When a predetermined fluctuation time elapses in the fluctuation of the symbol 221, the first special symbol 221 indicating the first special symbol display time management is set to the control state flag (02) when the fluctuation of the first special symbol 221 is stopped. In addition to setting, the waiting time after confirmation is set in the waiting time timer. In the first special symbol variation time management process, the control state flag (02) of the first special symbol 221 and the waiting time timer are set, so that after the fixed waiting time set as the waiting time timer elapses, One special symbol display time management process (02) is set to be executed.

  In the first special symbol display time management process (02) of S64, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process, and the waiting time after confirmation. When elapses, a process of determining whether or not a big hit is performed. When the main CPU 60 is a big hit, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag (03) of the first special symbol 221 indicating the special game state start interval management process, and sets the time corresponding to the special game state start interval as a waiting time timer. set. In the first special symbol display time management process, by setting the control state flag (03) of the first special symbol 221 and the waiting time timer, the time corresponding to the special gaming state start interval set as the waiting time timer is set. After the elapse of time, the special game state start interval management process (03) of S65 is set to be executed.

  In the special gaming state start interval management process (03) of S65, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process, and sets the special gaming state start interval. When the corresponding time has elapsed, processing for opening the first grand prize winning opening 16A is executed. The main CPU 60 sets a value indicating the process during opening of the first big prize opening, the control state flag (04) of the first special symbol 221 and sets the upper opening limit time (for example, about 25 seconds) to the first big prize opening opening time. Set to timer. In the special game state start interval management process, after the control state flag (04) of the first special symbol 221 and the first big prize opening time timer are set, the first big prize opening time timer is set. It is set so that the first big prize opening opening process (04) of S66 is executed.

  In the first big prize opening opening process (04) of S66, the main CPU 60 determines that the first special prize 221 is the value (04) indicating that the first special symbol 221 has a control state flag indicating the big prize opening opening process. Whether or not the condition that the entrance prize counter is a predetermined value (for example, “9”) or more and the condition that the opening upper limit time has passed (the first big prize opening time timer is “0”) are satisfied. Execute the process of determining. When the main CPU 60 determines that any one of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the condition that the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the maximum winning opening release number maximum value (the final round) is satisfied. Execute. When the main CPU 60 determines that it is the final round, it sets the value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process to the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 and determines that it is not the final round. A value (05) indicating the second big winning opening opening process is set in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 and the opening upper limit time (for example, 25 seconds) is set in the second big winning opening opening timer. In the first big winning opening opening process, the control state flag (05) of the first special symbol 221 is set, so that the second big winning opening releasing process (05) of S67 is executed and the first special symbol 221 is executed. When the control state flag (06) is set, the special game state end interval process (06) of S68 is set to be executed.

  In the second big prize opening opening process (05) of S67, the main CPU 60 determines the second special prize 221 when the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (05) indicating the second big prize opening opening process. Whether the condition that the big prize opening prize counter is a predetermined value (for example, “9”) or more, or the condition that the upper opening limit time has passed (the second big prize opening time timer is “0”) is satisfied The process which determines whether or not is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines that any one of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the condition that the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the maximum winning opening release number maximum value (the final round) is satisfied. Execute. When the main CPU 60 determines that it is the final round, it sets the value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process to the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 and determines that it is not the final round. A value (04) indicating a process during opening of the first big prize opening is set in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 and an opening upper limit time (for example, 25 seconds) is set in the first big prize opening time timer. In the second big prize opening opening process, the control state flag (04) of the first special symbol 221 is set, so that the first big prize opening opening process (04) of S66 is executed again, and the first special symbol is executed. When the control state flag (06) of 221 is set, the special game state end interval process (06) of S68 is set to be executed.

  In the special game state end interval process (06) of S68, the main CPU 60 determines that the first big prize opening opening time when the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (06) indicating the special game state end interval. Clear the time set in the timer or the second grand prize opening time timer, set the remaining ball check processing time in the waiting time timer, and check the residual ball of the big prize opening that was finally released within that time Process. When the time corresponding to the special game state end interval (residual ball check processing time) has elapsed, a value (07) indicating the end of the special symbol game is set in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221. In the special game state end interval process, the first special symbol game end process (07) of S69 is set to be executed by setting the control state flag (07) of the first special symbol 221.

  In the first special symbol game end process (07) of S69, the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol game 221 has a first special symbol game 221 value (07) indicating that the first special symbol game has ended. A value (00) indicating storage check processing is set. In the first special symbol game ending process, the first special symbol memory check process of S62 is set to be executed again, and this subroutine is ended.

[Second special symbol control process]
FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol control process executed in S16 of FIG. In FIG. 20, the numerical values written on the sides of S72 to S79 indicate the control state flags of the second special symbol corresponding to those steps, and the memory functioning as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62. It is stored in the area. The control state flag of the second special symbol 231 indicates the game state of the second special symbol game, and allows one of the processes in S72 to S79 to be executed. Here, S72 is the second special symbol memory check process (00), S73 is the second special symbol variation time management process (01), S74 is the second special symbol display time management process (02), and S75 is the special game state start. Interval management process (03), S76 is the first big prize opening open process (04), S77 is the second big prize opening open process (05), S78 is the special game state end interval process (06), S79 is the first 2 is a special symbol game end process (07).

  In the second special symbol control process, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of loading the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 stored in the main RAM 62 (S71), and then the control state flag of the second special symbol 231. In accordance with the numerical value, it is determined in each step (S72 to S79) whether or not various processes are to be executed, and the step for the numerical value is executed to advance the second special symbol game. Specifically, the main CPU 60 sets the control status flag to “00”, “01”, “02” when the gaming state is not the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) and the result of the big hit determination is lost. , And “07” in order, the processing of S72, S73, S74, and S79 shown in FIG. 20 is executed at a predetermined timing. On the other hand, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 to “00”, “01”, when the gaming state is not the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) and the result of the big hit determination is a big hit. By setting “02” and “03” in this order, the processing of S72, S73, S74, and S75 shown in FIG. 20 is executed at a predetermined timing, and control to the special gaming state is executed. Further, when the control to the special gaming state is executed, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag in the order of “04” and “05”, so that the processing of S76 and S77 shown in FIG. Will be executed and a special game will be executed. When the special game state is terminated in the processing of S76 and S77 shown in FIG. 20 after the control to the special game state is executed, the main CPU 60 also performs the special game state end interval process (06 of S78). ) And the second special symbol game end process (07) of S79.

  The details of the processing from S72 to S79 in FIG. 20 will be described later individually, but the processing from S72 to S79 will be briefly described below. The main CPU 60 executes the process in each step at a predetermined timing determined according to a waiting time timer set for each step. That is, before the predetermined timing is reached, the process is terminated without executing the process in each step, and another subroutine is executed. Of course, the system timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 16 is also executed at a predetermined cycle.

  In the first special symbol memory check process (00) of S72, the main CPU 60 performs the second special symbol variation time management process (second special symbol 231) on the condition that the value of the second special symbol hold count counter is not zero ( The control state flag (01) of the second special symbol indicating S73) is set, and the variation time is set as a waiting time timer. In the second special symbol storage check process, the control state flag (01) of the second special symbol 231 and the waiting time timer are set, so that the second special symbol of S73 is elapsed after the elapse of the variation time set as the waiting time timer. The variable time management process is set to be executed.

  In the second special symbol variation time management process (01) of S73, the main CPU 60 indicates that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (01) indicating the second special symbol variation time management process, and the second special symbol variation time management process (01). When a predetermined fluctuation time elapses in the fluctuation of the symbol 231 (when the second special symbol 231 is suspended), the control state flag (02) of the second special symbol 231 indicating the second special symbol display time management is set. In addition to setting, the waiting time after confirmation is set in the waiting time timer. In the second special symbol variation time management process, the control state flag (02) of the second special symbol 231 and the waiting time timer are set, so that after the fixed waiting time set as the waiting time timer elapses, 2 Special symbol display time management process (02) is set to be executed.

  In the second special symbol display time management process (02) of S74, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process, and the waiting time after confirmation. When elapses, a process of determining whether or not a big hit is performed. When the main CPU 60 is a big hit, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag (03) of the second special symbol 231 indicating the special game state start interval management process, and sets the time corresponding to the special game state start interval as a waiting time timer. set. In the second special symbol display time management process, by setting the control state flag (03) of the second special symbol 231 and the waiting time timer, the time corresponding to the special gaming state start interval set as the waiting time timer is set. The special game state start interval management process (03) of S75 is set to be executed after the elapse.

  In the special game state start interval management process (03) of S75, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 to a value (03) indicating the special game state start interval management process, and sets the special game state start interval to the special game state start interval. When the corresponding time has elapsed, processing for opening the first grand prize winning opening 16A is executed. Further, the main CPU 60 sets a value indicating processing during the opening of the first grand prize opening in the control state flag (04) of the second special symbol 231 and sets the opening upper limit time (for example, about 25 seconds) to the first big prize opening. Set to time timer. In the special game state start interval management process, after the control state flag (04) of the second special symbol 231 and the first big prize opening time timer are set, the first big prize opening time timer is set. It is set so that the first big prize opening opening process (04) of S76 is executed.

  In the first big prize opening opening process (04) of S76, the main CPU 60 determines the first special prize 231 when the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (04) indicating the first big prize opening opening process. Whether the condition that the big prize winning prize counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, “9”) or the condition that the upper limit opening time has passed (the first big prize opening time timer is “0”) is satisfied The process which determines whether or not is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines that any one of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the condition that the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the maximum winning opening release number maximum value (the final round) is satisfied. Execute. When the main CPU 60 determines that it is the final round, it sets the value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process to the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 and determines that it is not the final round. A value (05) indicating the process during opening of the second big prize opening is set in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 and an opening upper limit time (for example, 25 seconds) is set in the second big prize opening time timer. In the first big prize opening opening process, the second special symbol opening process (05) of S77 is executed by setting the control state flag (05) of the second special symbol 231 and the second special symbol 231 is executed. When the control state flag (06) is set, the special game state end interval process (06) of S78 is set to be executed.

  In the second big prize opening opening process (05) of S77, the main CPU 60 determines the second special symbol 231 when the control state flag is a value (05) indicating the second big prize opening opening process. Whether the condition that the big prize opening prize counter is a predetermined value (for example, “9”) or more, or the condition that the upper opening limit time has passed (the second big prize opening time timer is “0”) is satisfied The process which determines whether or not is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines that any one of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the condition that the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the maximum winning opening release number maximum value (the final round) is satisfied. Execute. When the main CPU 60 determines that it is the final round, it sets the value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process to the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 and determines that it is not the final round. A value (04) indicating the first big winning opening opening process is set in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 and the opening upper limit time (for example, 25 seconds) is set in the first big winning opening opening time timer. In the second big winning opening opening process, the control state flag (04) of the second special symbol 231 is set, so that the first big winning opening releasing process (04) of S76 is executed again, and the second special symbol is executed. When the control state flag (06) of 231 is set, the special game state end interval process (06) of S78 is set to be executed.

  In the special game state end interval process (06) of S78, the main CPU 60 determines that the first big prize opening opening time when the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (06) indicating the special game state end interval. Clear the time set in the timer or the second grand prize opening time timer, set the remaining ball check processing time in the waiting time timer, and check the residual ball of the big prize opening that was finally released within that time Process. Then, when the time corresponding to the special game state end interval (residual ball check processing time) has elapsed, a value (07) indicating the end of the second special symbol game is set in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231. In the special game state end interval process, the second special symbol game end process (07) of S79 is set to be executed by setting the control state flag (07) of the second special symbol 231.

  In the second special symbol game end process (07) of S79, the main CPU 60 performs the second special symbol memory check process when the control state flag of the second special symbol is a value (07) indicating the end of the special symbol game. A value (00) indicating is set. In the second special symbol game ending process, the main CPU 60 sets the first special symbol memory check process of S71 to be executed again, and ends this subroutine.

[First special symbol memory check process]
FIG. 21 shows the first special symbol memory check process executed in S62 of FIG.

  In the first special symbol memory check process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (00) indicating the first special symbol memory check (S81). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value indicating the first special symbol storage check (S81: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S82. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 does not determine that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value indicating the first special symbol storage check (S81: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S82, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the value of the first special symbol reserved ball number counter is zero. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the first special symbol reserved ball number counter is 0 (there is no start memory of the first special symbol game) (S82: YES), the first special symbol. It is determined that no data is stored in the start storage area (0) to the first special symbol start storage area (4), and the process proceeds to S83. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the first special symbol reserved ball number counter is not 0 (there is a start memory of the first special symbol game) (S82: NO), the main CPU 60 corresponds to the first special symbol 221. Since there is a start memory to be processed, the process proceeds to S84.

  In S83, the main CPU 60 determines that there is no first special symbol game start-up memory in the processing of S82, so sets the first special symbol demo display processing flag in a predetermined area of the main RAM, and ends this subroutine. The main CPU 60 transmits a demo display start command to the sub-control circuit 7 in accordance with the first special symbol demo display processing flag set in the main RAM. The demo display start command may be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 7 when the first special symbol demo display processing flag is set in S83, but will be described later together with the first special symbol demo display processing flag set in S83. 22 may be transmitted to the sub control circuit 7 when the second special symbol demo display processing flag is set.

  In S84, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the first special symbol non-change flag is set. Here, the first special symbol non-change flag is set in S176 in FIG. 27 described later, and is set when the game state shifts to the special game state (big hit game state) based on the second special symbol 231. It is. That is, the first special symbol non-change flag is a flag for preventing the first special symbol game from being played when the special game state based on the second special symbol is being executed. Therefore, if the main CPU 60 determines in S84 that the first special symbol non-variation flag is set (S84: YES), this subroutine is terminated. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol non-change flag is not set (S84: NO), the main CPU 60 executes a process of clearing the first special symbol demo display processing flag (S85). The main CPU 60 transmits a demo display end command to the sub-control circuit 7 in accordance with the first special symbol demo display processing flag being cleared from the main RAM. The demo display end command may be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 7 when the first special demo display processing flag is cleared in S85, but the second special symbol demo display processing flag is cleared in S105 of FIG. 22 described later. When it is done, it may be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 7.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting the control state flag (01) of the first special symbol 221 indicating the first special symbol variation time management process (S86), and shifts the process to S87.

  In S87, the main CPU 60 executes special gaming state determination processing. In this process, the main CPU 60 reads out the game state flag, and selects one hit determination table from a plurality of hit determination tables having different numbers of determination values (hit determination values) as wins based on the read game state flags. To do. That is, when the gaming state flag has a predetermined value, the hit determination table for the probability variation state with a large number of hit determination values is referred to. When the gaming state flag is not the predetermined value, the hit determination value is A hit determination table for a small number of normal gaming states is referred to (see FIG. 8). As described above, when the gaming state flag has a predetermined value, that is, when the gaming state is in a probability variation state, the probability of shifting to the big hit gaming state (special gaming state) is higher than that in the normal gaming state. It becomes.

  Then, the main CPU 60 extracts the big hit determination random number value in the first special symbol start storage area that is extracted in the start winning prize and is set in the first special symbol 221 start storage area (0), and the selected hit determination table. refer. Then, the main CPU 60 determines that the hit determination random number value matches the hit determination value, that is, if the hit determination random number value is “0” in the normal gaming state, and hits in the probability varying gaming state. If the determination random number value is “0 to 9”, a process of determining a win is executed (see FIG. 8). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not to shift to the special game state advantageous to the player as the special game state determination process.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a first special symbol determination process (S88). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines a winning symbol when the result of the hit determination is a win based on the symbol determination table of the first special symbol 221 shown in FIG. The process for determining the lost symbol is executed. When this process ends, the process proceeds to S89.

  In S89, the main CPU 60 executes a first special symbol variation time determination process. In this process, the main CPU 60 determines the variation time of the first special symbol 221 based on the gaming state at the time of winning the lottery, the first special symbol 221 determined in the process of S88, and the random number for determining the variation time ( (See FIG. 12). Then, the main CPU 60 stores the determined variation time in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62. The main CPU 60 determines the variation display mode of the first special symbol 221 in the first special symbol display device 22 based on the data indicating the determined variation time. Data indicating the variation time stored in the RAM 62 is supplied from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 as a first special symbol variation pattern designation command. The sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 executes effect display according to the received first special symbol variation pattern designation command.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes processing for setting the determined fluctuation time in the waiting time timer (S90), and then executes processing for clearing the value of the storage area (0) used for the current fluctuation display ( S91), this subroutine is finished.

[Second special symbol memory check process]
FIG. 22 shows the second special symbol memory check process executed in S72 of FIG.

  In the second special symbol memory check process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (00) indicating the second special symbol memory check (S101). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is a value indicating the second special symbol storage check (S101: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S102. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 does not determine that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value indicating the second special symbol storage check (S101: NO), the main CPU 60 ends this subroutine.

  In S102, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the value of the second special symbol reserved ball number counter is zero. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the second special symbol reserved ball number counter is 0 (there is no start memory of the second special symbol game) (S102: YES), the second special symbol It is determined that no data is stored in the start storage area (0) to the second special symbol start storage area (4), and the process proceeds to S103. On the other hand, if the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the second special symbol reserved ball number counter is not 0 (there is a start memory of the second special symbol game) (S102: NO), the main CPU 60 corresponds to the second special symbol 231. Since there is a start memory to be processed, the process proceeds to S104.

  In S103, the main CPU 60 determines that there is no start memory of the second special symbol game in the processing of S102, so sets the second special symbol demo display processing flag in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine. The main CPU 60 transmits a demo display start command to the sub-control circuit 7 in accordance with the second special symbol demo display processing flag set in the main RAM 62. The demo display start command may be transmitted to the sub control circuit 7 when the second special symbol demo display processing flag is set in S103, but together with the second special symbol demo display processing flag set in S103, 21 may be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 7 when the first special symbol demo display processing flag is set in S83 of FIG.

  In S104, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the second special symbol non-change flag is set. Here, the second special symbol non-change flag is set in S156 of FIG. 26 to be described later, and is set when shifting to the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) based on the first special symbol 221. It is. That is, the second special symbol non-change flag is a flag for preventing the second special symbol game from being played because the special game state based on the first special symbol 221 is being executed. Therefore, if the main CPU 60 determines in S104 that the second special symbol non-variation flag is set (S104: YES), this subroutine is terminated. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol non-change flag is not set (S104: NO), the main CPU 60 executes a process of clearing the second special symbol demo display processing flag (S105). The main CPU 60 transmits a demo display end command to the sub-control circuit 7 in accordance with the second special symbol demo display processing flag being cleared from the main RAM 62. The demo display end command may be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 7 when the second special symbol demo display processing flag is cleared in S105, but the first special symbol demo display processing flag is set in S85 of FIG. When cleared, it may be transmitted to the sub-control circuit 7.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting the control state flag (01) of the second special symbol 231 indicating the second special symbol variation time management process (S106), and shifts the process to S107.

  In S107, the main CPU 60 executes special gaming state determination processing. In this process, the main CPU 60 reads out the game state flag, and selects one hit determination table from a plurality of hit determination tables having different numbers of hit determination values (win determination values) based on the read game state flag. To do. That is, when the gaming state flag has a predetermined value, the hit determination table for the probability variation state with a large number of hit determination values is referred to. When the gaming state flag is not the predetermined value, the hit determination value is A hit determination table for a small number of normal gaming states is referred to (see FIG. 10). As described above, when the gaming state flag has a predetermined value, that is, when the gaming state is in the probability variation state, the probability of shifting to the winning gaming state (special gaming state) is higher than that in the normal gaming state. It becomes.

  The main CPU 60 refers to the hit determination random number value in the second special symbol start storage area extracted in the start winning prize and set in the second special symbol start storage area (0), and the selected hit determination table. To do. Then, the main CPU 60 determines that the hit determination random number value matches the hit determination value, that is, if the hit determination random number value is “0” in the normal gaming state, and hits in the probability varying gaming state. If the random number for determination is “0 to 9”, it is determined to be a win (see FIG. 10). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not to shift to the special game state advantageous to the player as the special game state determination process.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a second special symbol determination process (S108). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines a winning symbol when the result of the hit determination is a win based on the symbol determination table of the second special symbol shown in FIG. Performs a process of determining a lost symbol. When this process ends, the process proceeds to S109.

  In S109, the main CPU 60 executes a second special symbol variation time determination process. The details of this process will be described later with reference to FIG. 23. However, the second special symbol 231 is provided according to the pursuit time determination table of FIG. 13 (or FIG. 14) on the condition that it is a normal big hit in the probability variation gaming state. As the fluctuation time, a fluctuation time (chase time) longer than usual is set. On the other hand, when it is not the normal big hit during the probability variation gaming state, the variation time is set according to the variation time determination table of FIG. 12 in the same manner as the variation time of the first special symbol 221.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes processing for setting the determined fluctuation time in the waiting time timer (S110), and then executes processing for clearing the value of the storage area (0) used for the current fluctuation display ( S111), this subroutine is terminated.

[Second special symbol variation time determination process]
FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the second special symbol variation time determination process executed in S109 of FIG.

  In the second special symbol variation time determination process, first, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not it is in the probability variation gaming state (S121). When determining that the main CPU 60 is in the probability variation gaming state (S121: YES), the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the second special symbol game derives a normal jackpot (S122). That is, a process of determining whether or not the determined second special symbol 231 corresponds to the special symbol for deriving the normal jackpot is executed. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that a normal jackpot is to be derived (S122: YES), it sets a follow-up notification flag in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62 (S123). Here, the follow-up notification flag notifies that the player has won the normal jackpot in the probability-variable gaming state (the special symbol for deriving the normal jackpot), and the follow-up notification flag is set when the follow-up notification flag is set. A process for transmitting a follow-up notification start command to start the operation to the sub-control circuit 7 is executed. Thereby, the sub-control circuit 7 can recognize that the follow-up time has started.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines the variation time of the second special symbol 231 with reference to the pursuit time determination table of FIG. 13 (or FIG. 14), and executes a process of setting the variation time in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62. (S124). At this time, the main CPU 60, based on the special symbol information (derived special symbol) in the previous special gaming state stored in the main RAM 62 and the random time for determining the variation time of the special symbol in the previous special gaming state, The fluctuation time of the second special symbol 231 in the second special symbol game is determined with reference to the pursuit time table of FIG. 13 (or FIG. 14). Then, the main CPU 60 transmits the pursuit time (variation time) to the sub control circuit 7. Thereby, the sub-control circuit 7 can perform an effect corresponding to the pursuit time.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that it is not in the probability variation gaming state (S121: NO), or is in the probability variation gaming state (S121: YES), it determines that there is no normal big hit (S122: NO), the variation time of the second special symbol 231 is determined according to the variation time determination table of FIG. 12, and the variation time corresponding to the second special symbol 231 is set (S125). That is, in S125, the variation time of the second special symbol 231 is determined as usual and set.

  The main CPU 60 ends this subroutine when the variation time for the second special symbol 231 is set in S124 or S125.

[First special symbol variation time management process]
FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol variation time management process executed in S63 of FIG.

  In the first special symbol variation time management process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (01) indicating the first special symbol variation time management process ( S131). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is the value (01) indicating the first special symbol variation time management process (S131: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S132. On the other hand, if the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is not the value (01) indicating the first special symbol variation time management process (S131: NO), the main CPU 60 ends this subroutine.

  In S132, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the waiting time timer of the first special symbol 221 is “0”, and determines that the waiting time timer is “0” (S132: YES). , The process proceeds to S133. On the other hand, when determining that the waiting time timer is not “0”, the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S133, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the first special symbol 221 is a symbol for deriving a special gaming state (a big hit gaming state). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines that the determined first special symbol 221 is “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, “F”, “G”, or “H” ( (See FIG. 9). In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol 221 is a symbol for deriving the special gaming state (YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S134 and determines that the symbol is not a symbol for deriving the special gaming state. If (NO), the process proceeds to S136.

  In S134, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the second special symbol 231 is changing. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the second special symbol 231 is changing (YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S135 and determines that the second special symbol 231 is not changing. (NO), the process proceeds to S136.

  In S135, the main CPU 60 executes the forced stop and forced change processing of the second special symbol 231. That is, determining the special symbol for deriving the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) in the first special symbol 221 during the fluctuation of the second special symbol 231 means that within the pursuit time, the first special symbol 221 wins lottery. Therefore, the win corresponding to the first special symbol 221 is prioritized. Therefore, when the derived symbol corresponding to the special game state (big hit game state) of the second special symbol 231 is fluctuating, it is changed to the special symbol of losing and forcibly stopped, and the second special symbol 231 When the special game state (big hit game state) is canceled and the second special symbol 231 is changing in the derived symbol corresponding to the loss, it is forcibly stopped without changing the special symbol.

  In S136, the main CPU 60 performs a process of setting (storing) a value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221. Run.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting (storing) the post-confirmation waiting time as a waiting time timer in an area functioning as a waiting time timer in the main RAM 62 (S137). When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

[Second special symbol variation time management process]
FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol variation time management process executed in S73 of FIG.

  In the second special symbol variation time management process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (01) indicating the second special symbol variation time management process ( S141). If the main CPU 60 determines that the value is the value (01) indicating the second special symbol variation time management process (S141: YES), the process proceeds to S142. On the other hand, if the main CPU 60 does not determine that the value is the value (01) indicating the second special symbol variation time management process (S141: NO), the main CPU 60 ends this subroutine.

  In S142, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the waiting time timer of the second special symbol 231 is “0”, and determines that the waiting time timer is “0” (S142: YES). , The process proceeds to S143. On the other hand, when determining that the waiting time timer is not “0”, the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S143, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the second special symbol 231 is a symbol for deriving a special gaming state (a big hit gaming state). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines that the determined second special symbol 231 is “a”, “b”, “c”, “d”, “e”, “f”, “g”, or “h” ( (See FIG. 11). In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the second special symbol 231 is a symbol for deriving the special gaming state (YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S144 and determines that the symbol is not a symbol for deriving the special gaming state. If (NO), the process proceeds to S146.

  In S144, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the first special symbol 221 is changing. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol 221 is changing (S144: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S145 and determines that the second special symbol 231 is not changing. (S144: NO), the process proceeds to S146.

  In S145, the main CPU 60 executes the forced stop and forced change processing of the first special symbol 221. That is, since the special symbol for deriving the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) is determined in the second special symbol 231 while the first special symbol 221 is changing, priority is given to the stop display of the second special symbol 231 that is a big hit. First, the first special symbol 221 is forcibly stopped to shorten the fluctuation stop time. At this time, if the derived symbol corresponding to the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) of the first special symbol 221 is changing, the first special symbol 221 is changed to the special symbol of losing and forcibly stopped, and the first special symbol 221 is stopped. When the first special symbol 221 is changing in the derived symbol corresponding to the loss, the special game state (big hit game state) is canceled and the special symbol is forcibly stopped without changing the special symbol.

  In S146, the main CPU 60 performs a process of setting (storing) the value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231. Run.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes processing for setting (storing) the post-confirmation waiting time as a waiting time timer in an area functioning as a waiting time timer in the main RAM 62 (S147). When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished. In addition, the process which sets the 2nd special symbol non-variation flag performed by S156 mentioned later following this process may be performed.

[First special symbol display time management process]
FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol display time management process executed in S64 of FIG.

  In the first special symbol display time management process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process. Execute (S151). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is the value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management processing (S151: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the processing to S152. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is not the value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process (S151: NO), the main CPU 60 ends this subroutine.

  In S151, when the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is the value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process (S151: YES), the first special symbol display. A process of determining whether or not the value of the post-confirmation waiting time timer corresponding to the management process is “0” is executed (S152). If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the waiting time timer after determination is “0” (S152: YES), the main CPU 60 performs processing in S153 and determines that the value of the waiting time timer after determination is not “0”. In this case (S152: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S153, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not to shift to the special gaming state (a big hit) based on the first special symbol 221. When the main CPU 60 determines to shift to the special gaming state (S153: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S154, and when it determines not to shift to the special gaming state (S153: NO), the main CPU 60 performs the process to S161. Transition.

  In S154, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 in the main RAM 62.

  Next, after executing the process of setting the special gaming state start interval time in the waiting time timer (S155), the main CPU 60 executes the process of setting the second special symbol non-change flag (S156), and the process in S157 To migrate. That is, the main CPU 60 keeps the first special symbol 221 in the stop display state during the special gaming state, but does not perform the variable display of the second special symbol 231.

  In S157, the main CPU 60 executes a process for determining whether or not the follow-up notification flag is set. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the follow-up notification flag is set (S157: YES), the main CPU 60 executes a process of clearing the follow-up notification flag to forcibly terminate the follow-up notification (S158). , The process proceeds to S159. At this time, the main CPU 60 transmits a follow-up notification end command to the sub-control circuit 7. As a result, the sub-control circuit 7 determines the effect relating to the follow-up notification, for example, the countdown at the display decoration member 5 and the stop display of the decoration identification information 31 and 32 of the liquid crystal display device 3. On the other hand, when determining that the follow-up notification flag is not set (S157: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S159.

  In S <b> 159, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the value of the time reduction counter in the main RAM 62 is “0”. In this process, it is possible to determine whether or not the short-time gaming state. If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time-count counter is not “0”, the main CPU 60 can determine that the game is in the time-saving game state, and thus the process proceeds to S160 to clear the time-count counter. In S160, the main CPU 60 performs a process of clearing the value of the time reduction counter in the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine. In addition, you may perform the process which sets the 2nd special symbol non-variation flag performed by S156 following this process.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the hour / times counter is “0” (S159: YES), it can be determined that the hour / times counter is not in the short-time gaming state, so there is no need to clear the hour / times counter. Exit the subroutine.

  In S161, the main CPU 60 performs a process of setting a value (07) indicating the first special symbol game end process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 in the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine. .

[Second special symbol display time management process]
FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol display time management process executed in S74 of FIG.

  In the second special symbol display time management process, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of determining whether or not the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (02) indicating the special symbol display time management process. (S171). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is the value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management processing (S171: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the processing to S172. On the other hand, when determining that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is not the value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process (S171: NO), the main CPU 60 ends this subroutine.

  In S172, when the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process, the value of the waiting time after confirmation corresponding to the second special symbol display management process is A process for determining whether or not it is “0” is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the waiting time timer after determination is “0” (S172: YES), the main CPU 60 performs processing in S173 and determines that the value of the waiting time timer after determination is not “0”. In this case (S172: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S173, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not to shift to the special gaming state based on the second special symbol 231 (winning). When the main CPU 60 determines to shift to the special gaming state (S173: YES), it shifts the process to S174, and when it determines not to shift to the special gaming state (S173: NO), it performs the process to S181. Transition.

  In S174, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62.

  Next, after executing the process of setting the special gaming state start interval time in the waiting time timer (S175), the main CPU 60 executes the process of setting the first special symbol non-change flag (S176), and the process in S177 To migrate. That is, the main CPU 60 keeps the second special symbol 231 in the stop display state during the special gaming state, but does not perform the variable display of the first special symbol 221.

  In S177, the main CPU 60 executes a process for determining whether or not the follow-up notification flag is set. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the follow-up notification flag is set (S177: YES), after executing the process of clearing the follow-up notification flag to forcibly terminate the follow-up notification (S178). , The process proceeds to S179. At this time, the main CPU 60 transmits a follow-up notification end command to the sub-control circuit 7. As a result, the sub-control circuit 7 determines the effect relating to the follow-up notification, for example, the countdown at the display decoration member 5 and the stop display of the decoration identification information 31 and 32 of the liquid crystal display device 3. On the other hand, when determining that the follow-up notification flag is not set (S177: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S179.

  In S <b> 179, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the value of the time reduction counter in the main RAM 62 is “0”. In this process, it is possible to determine whether or not the short-time gaming state. If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time-count counter is not “0”, the main CPU 60 can determine that the time-count game state is in effect, and thus the process proceeds to S180 to clear the time-count counter. In S180, the main CPU 60 performs a process of clearing the value of the time reduction counter in the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time reduction counter is “0” (S179: YES), it can be determined that the time reduction counter state is not in effect, so it is not necessary to clear the time reduction counter. Exit the subroutine.

  In S181, the main CPU 60 performs a process of setting a value (07) indicating the second special symbol ending process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine.

[Special gaming state start interval management processing]
FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the special gaming state start interval management process executed in S65 of FIG. 19 or S75 of FIG.

  In this special gaming state start interval management process, first, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is a value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process. The determination process is executed (S191). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is the value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process (S191: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S192. On the other hand, when determining that the control state flag is not the value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process (S191: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S192, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the value of the waiting time timer corresponding to the special gaming state start interval management process is “0”. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is “0” (S192: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to the process of S193 and determines that the value of the waiting time timer is not “0”. (S192: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S193, the main CPU 60 executes a special winning opening opening preparation process. In this process, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting the upper limit value of the special winning opening opening number counter in the main RAM 62. Specifically, the main CPU 60 sets the number of big hits corresponding to the special symbol from which the special gaming state is derived, that is, “15”, “8”, or “4” as the upper limit value of the winning prize opening number counter.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets the value (04) indicating the first big prize opening opening process in a predetermined area functioning as a control state flag in the main RAM 62, and the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231. (S194), the process for setting the first big winning opening opening upper limit time in the big winning opening opening time timer is executed (S195), and this subroutine is finished. That is, in the present embodiment, in the special gaming state, the first grand prize winning opening 16A is opened before the second big winning prize opening 16B.

[Processing during the opening of the first big prize opening]
FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the first big prize opening opening process executed in S66 of FIG. 19 or S76 of FIG.

  In the first big winning opening opening process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is a value (04) indicating the first big winning opening opening process. The process which determines whether is performed (S201). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is the value (04) indicating the first big prize opening opening process (S201: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S202. When the process is shifted and it is determined that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is not the value (04) indicating the first big prize opening opening process (S201: NO), this subroutine Exit.

  In S202, the main CPU 60 determines whether the value of the round number counter is the upper limit value, that is, the upper limit value (“15”, “8” of the round number set in S193 of the special gaming state start interval management process shown in FIG. Or “4”). In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the round number counter is the upper limit value (S202: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S212 and determines that the value of the round number counter is not the upper limit value. (S202: NO), the process proceeds to S203.

  In S203, the main CPU 60 adds the value of the round number counter to “1” after performing the first big prize opening opening process (S204).

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a residual ball check process for the second big winning opening 16B (S205). In this process, the main CPU 60 checks whether or not there is an uncounted game ball remaining in the second large winning opening 16B after the second large winning opening 16B is closed. By this process, the number of game balls won in the second grand prize opening 16B can be accurately counted including the winning balls after reaching the predetermined number of game balls (so-called over winning).

  In such residual ball check processing of the second grand prize opening 16B, the main CPU 60 determines that the number of reactions (the number of winning game balls) at the first count sensor 161 corresponding to the first big prize opening 16A is 9 or more. The process is repeated (S206: NO, S207: NO) until it is determined that the prize winning opening timer is 0 (S207: YES).

  As can be seen from S203, the residual ball check process of the second grand prize opening 16B is performed while the first big prize opening 16A is open. Therefore, it is possible to omit an interval between rounds after the second grand prize winning opening 16B is closed until the first big winning prize opening 16A is opened. Thereby, since the time required to end the special game state can be shortened by the interval between rounds, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest in the game.

  The main CPU 60 determines that the number of reactions (the number of winning game balls) at the first count sensor 161 corresponding to the first grand prize opening 16A is 9 or more (S206: YES), or the big prize opening timer. Is determined to be 0 (S207: YES), the remaining ball check process (S205) of the second big winning opening 16B is finished, and the second count sensor 162 corresponding to the second big winning opening 16B is finished. A process of clearing the number of reactions is executed (S208).

  Next, after the main CPU 60 performs the closing process of the first grand prize opening 16A (S209), the main CPU 60 enters the predetermined area functioning as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62. A process of setting the value (05) indicating the process during the opening of the two big winning openings to the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is executed (S210). Further, the main CPU 60 executes a process for setting the upper limit opening time of the second big prize opening 16B in the big prize opening time timer (S211), and ends this subroutine. That is, in the present embodiment, in the special gaming state, on condition that the number of rounds has not reached the upper limit round (S202: NO), the second big prize opening 16B is opened after the first big prize opening 16A is closed. . On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the number of rounds has reached the upper limit round (S202: YES), the control state flag (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process is used as the control state flag in the main RAM 62. A process of setting in a predetermined function area is executed (S212), and this subroutine is terminated.

[Processing during the opening of the second big prize opening]
FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the second big prize opening opening process executed in S67 of FIG. 19 or S77 of FIG.

  In the second grand prize opening opening process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is a value (05) indicating the second big winning opening open process. The process which determines whether is performed (S221). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is the value (05) indicating the second big prize opening opening process (S221: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S222. When the process is shifted and it is determined that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is not the value (05) indicating the second big prize opening opening process (S221: NO), this subroutine Exit.

  In S222, the main CPU 60 determines whether the value of the round number counter is the upper limit value, that is, the upper limit value (“15”, “8”) of the round number set in S193 of the special gaming state start interval management process shown in FIG. Or “4”). In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the round number counter is the upper limit value (S222: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S232 and determines that the value of the round number counter is not the upper limit value. (S222: NO), the process proceeds to S223.

  In S223, the main CPU 60 adds “1” to the value of the round number counter after performing the second big prize opening opening process (S224).

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a residual ball check process for the first big winning opening 16A (S225). In this process, the main CPU 60 checks whether or not there is an uncounted game ball remaining in the first big winning opening 16A after the first big winning opening 16A is closed. By this processing, the number of game balls won in the first grand prize opening 16A can be accurately counted including the winning balls after reaching the predetermined number of game balls (so-called over winning).

  In such a residual ball check process of the first big winning opening 16A, the main CPU 60 determines that the number of reactions (the number of winning game balls) at the second count sensor 162 corresponding to the second big winning opening 16B is 9 or more. The process is repeated (S226: NO, S227: NO) until it is determined that the prize winning opening timer is 0 (S226: NO).

  As can be seen from S223, the remaining ball check process of the first big prize opening 16A is performed while the second big prize opening 16B is open. Therefore, it is possible to omit an interval between rounds after the first grand prize winning opening 16A is closed until the second big prize winning opening 16B is opened. Thereby, since the time required to end the special game state can be shortened by the interval between rounds, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest in the game.

  The main CPU 60 determines that the number of reactions (the number of winning game balls) at the second count sensor 162 corresponding to the second big prize opening 16B is 9 or more (S226: YES), or the big prize opening timer. Is determined to be 0 (S227: YES), the remaining ball check process (S225) of the first big winning opening 16A is ended, and the first count sensor 161 corresponding to the first big winning opening 16A A process of clearing the number of reactions is executed (S228).

  Next, after the main CPU 60 performs the closing process of the second big prize opening 16B (S229), the main CPU 60 enters the predetermined area that functions as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62. A process of setting the value (04) indicating the process during the opening of the 1st big winning opening to the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is executed (S230). Further, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting the opening upper limit time of the first big prize opening 16A in the big prize opening time timer (S231), and ends this subroutine. That is, in the present embodiment, in the special gaming state, on condition that the number of rounds has not reached the upper limit round (S222: NO), the first big prize opening 16A is opened after the second big prize opening 16B is closed. . On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the number of rounds has reached the upper limit round (S222: YES), the control state flag (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process is used as the control state flag in the main RAM 62. A process of setting in a predetermined function area is executed (S212), and this subroutine is terminated.

[Special game state end interval processing]
FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the special gaming state end interval process executed in S68 of FIG. 19 or S78 of FIG.

  In this special gaming state end interval process, first, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is a value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process. Processing is executed (S241). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is a value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process (S241: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S242 and indicates the special gaming state end interval process. If it is determined that it is not (06) (S241: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S242, the main CPU 60 executes a process of clearing either the first big winning opening opening time timer or the second big winning opening opening time timer set last. The main CPU 60 further executes a process of setting the remaining ball check processing time in the waiting time timer (S243), and then executes a remaining ball check process of the last winning prize opening (S244). Until the set waiting time (residual ball check processing time) elapses (S245: YES), the main CPU 60 checks the remaining balls for the first big winning port 16A or the second big winning port 16B in the final round in the special gaming state. The process is executed (S244, S245: NO).

  When the residual ball check process is completed (S245: YES), the main CPU 60 clears the reaction count counter of the first count sensor 161 or the second count sensor 162 corresponding to the last prize winning opening (final round). At the same time (S246), the first special symbol game end process or the second special symbol game end process is performed as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 displaying the special symbol from which the special gaming state is derived. A process of setting the indicated value (07) in a predetermined area functioning as a control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62 is executed (S247), and this subroutine is terminated.

[First special symbol game end processing]
FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol game end process executed in S69 of FIG.

  In the first special symbol game end process, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of determining whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (07) indicating the first special symbol game end process. (S251). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (07) indicating the first special symbol game end processing (S251: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the processing to S252 and controls the control state. If it is determined that the flag is not the value (07) indicating the first special symbol game end process (S251: NO), this subroutine is ended.

  In S252, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is “0”. If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time-saving counter is “0” (S252: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S254, and determines that the value of the time-saving game is not “0”. (S252: NO), a process of subtracting “1” from the time reduction counter is executed (S253).

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the first special symbol game is a first special symbol game in which a special game state of a big jackpot is derived (S254). If the main CPU 60 determines that it is not the first special symbol game in which the special game state of the big jackpot is derived (S254: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S256 and derives the special game state of the normal jackpot. If it is determined that the game is a special symbol game (S254: YES), the number of time reductions corresponding to the derived special game state (usually big hit) is added to the time reduction number counter (S255). Specifically, when the derived special symbol is “D” or “H” corresponding to the 4R normal jackpot, “50”, “30”, or “20” is set in the time-count counter according to the obtained random number. Set one of the following. Thereafter, the process proceeds to S256.

  In S256, the main CPU 60 executes processing for updating the specific short time counter. In this process, the main CPU 60 updates the specific short time counter used when the special game state derived in the first special symbol game is a probability variation big hit. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 9, the main CPU 60 is “A”, “B”, “C”, “E”, “F”, or “G” whose derived special symbol corresponds to the probability variation jackpot. In this case, a process is performed to set the specific short time counter to infinity (until the next special gaming state is derived), and when the derived special symbol is “D” or “H” corresponding to 4R normal big hit Then, a process of clearing the specific short time counter is performed.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the second special symbol non-change flag (see S156 in FIG. 26) is set (S257). If the main CPU 60 determines that the second special symbol non-change flag is not set (S257: NO), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S259 and determines that the second special symbol non-change flag is set. In this case (S257: YES), after executing the process of clearing the second special symbol non-change flag (S258), the process proceeds to S259.

  In S259, the main CPU 60 executes other processing. Specifically, the main CPU 60 stores and updates the data (first special symbol start storage information) indicating the number of holdings corresponding to the first special symbol 221 so as to decrease by “1”, and stores the data in the first special symbol storage area. Update. In this process, when the first special symbol game is in the special gaming state (probability change big hit), the special symbol information (derived special symbol) in the first special symbol game and the first special symbol game are used. The random number for determining the variation time is stored and held in the main RAM 62 until a special game state (probability variation big hit) is derived next.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (00) indicating the first special symbol storage check as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 in the main RAM 62 (S260), and ends this subroutine.

[Second special symbol game end processing]
FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol game end process executed in S79 of FIG.

  In the second special symbol game end process, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of determining whether or not the control state flag of the second special symbol is a value (07) indicating the second special symbol game end process ( S271). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (07) indicating the second special symbol game end processing (S271: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the processing to S272 and controls the control state. If it is determined that the flag is not the value (07) indicating the second special symbol game end process (S271: NO), this subroutine is ended.

  In S272, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is “0”. If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time-saving counter is “0” (S272: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S274, and determines that the value of the time-saving game number is not “0”. (S272: NO), a process of subtracting “1” from the time reduction counter is executed (S273).

  In S274, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the second special symbol game is the second special symbol game in which the special game state of the big jackpot is derived (S274). If the main CPU 60 determines that the game is not the second special symbol game from which the normal big hit special gaming state is derived (S274: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S276 and derives the normal big hit special gaming state. If it is determined that the game is a special symbol game (S274: YES), the number of time reductions corresponding to the derived special game state (normal jackpot) is added to the time reduction number counter (S275). Specifically, when the derived special symbol is “d” or “h” corresponding to the 4R normal jackpot, “50”, “30”, or “20” is set in the hour / count counter according to the obtained random number. Set one of the following. Thereafter, the process proceeds to S276.

  In S276, the main CPU 60 executes processing for updating the specific short time counter. In this process, the main CPU 60 updates the specific short time counter used when the special gaming state derived in the second special symbol game is a probability variation big hit. Specifically, when the derived special symbol is “a”, “b”, “c”, “e”, “f”, or “g” corresponding to the probability variation jackpot, the main CPU 60 shortens the specified time. The number counter is set to infinity (until the next special gaming state is derived), and when the derived special symbol is “d” or “h” corresponding to the 4R normal jackpot, this specific short time counter is cleared. Process.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the first special symbol non-change flag (see S176 of FIG. 27) is set (S277). If the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol non-change flag is not set (S277: NO), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S279 and determines that the first special symbol non-change flag is set. In this case (S277: YES), after executing the process of clearing the first special symbol non-change flag (S278), the process proceeds to S279.

  In S279, the main CPU 60 executes other processing. Specifically, the main CPU 60 stores and updates data indicating the number of holdings corresponding to the second special symbol 231 (second special symbol start storage information) so as to decrease by “1”, and stores the second special symbol storage area. Update. In this process, when the second special symbol game is in the special gaming state (probability change big hit), it is used in the special symbol information (derived special symbol) in the second special symbol game and the second special symbol game. The random number for determining the variation time is stored and held in the main RAM 62 until a special game state (probability variation big hit) is derived next.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (00) indicating the second special symbol storage check in the main RAM 62 as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 (S280), and ends this subroutine.

  In the present embodiment, the pursuit target is the first special symbol 221, and after executing the first special symbol control process (S15) as the processing order, the second special symbol control process (S16) is performed. By doing in this way, the scheduled stop time of the first special symbol 221 scheduled to stop the probable big hit symbol is exactly the same as the scheduled stop time of the second special symbol 231 scheduled to stop the normal big hit symbol, that is, the remaining fluctuation time. Even if they are the same, the first special symbol control process (S15) is executed first, so that the second special symbol 231 is forcibly and controlled in advance in the first special symbol control process (S15). The change process can be executed. As a result of processing similar to the prefetch control, a probable big hit based on the first special symbol 221 is executed, and the second special symbol 231 is forcibly stopped due to a loss, so the same remaining fluctuation time is selected. In some cases, it is possible to pursue, and it is possible to extend the pursuit period. If the second special symbol is to be pursued, the second special symbol control process can be handled by switching the flow before the first special symbol control process, and a highly versatile gaming machine can be provided. .

  Next, processing in the sub-control circuit 7 will be described with reference to FIGS.

[Sub control circuit main processing]
FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the main processing of the sub-control circuit 7. The sub-control circuit 7 receives various commands from the main control circuit 6 and displays control processing (see FIG. 37), sound control processing (see FIG. 38), lamp control processing (see FIG. 39), and movable decorative member. Various processes such as a control process (see FIG. 40) are executed. Among these processes, the control process according to the present invention will be described below.

  In the main process of the sub control circuit 7, the sub CPU 71 first executes an initialization process (S291). In this process, the sub CPU 71 executes an initialization setting process in response to power-on.

  Next, the sub CPU 71 executes a random value update process (S292). In this process, the sub CPU 71 executes a process of updating the random number values (the effect determining random value, the jackpot effect determining random value, the stop symbol determining random value, etc.) stored in the work RAM 73. When this process ends, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S293.

  In S293, the sub CPU 71 executes command analysis processing. Details of this process will be described later with reference to FIGS. 35 and 36. In this process, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of analyzing a command received from the main control circuit 6 and stored in the reception buffer of the work RAM 73. Run.

  Next, the sub CPU 71 sequentially executes the display control process (S294), the sound control process (S295), the lamp control process (S296), and the movable decorative member control process (S297), and then proceeds to S292. The processing of S292 to 297 is repeatedly executed. Details of the processing of S292 to 297 will be described later.

[Command analysis processing]
35 and 36 are flowcharts showing the command analysis process executed in S293 of FIG.

  In this command analysis process, the sub CPU 71 first executes a process of determining whether or not there is a received command (S301). If it is determined that there is a reception command (S301: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S302, and if it is determined that there is no reception command, the sub-CPU 71 ends this subroutine.

  In S302, the sub CPU 71 executes a process of reading command data stored in the reception buffer. When this process ends, the process proceeds to S303.

  In S303, the sub CPU 71 executes processing for determining whether or not a variation pattern designation command has been received. In this process, if it is determined that a variation pattern designation command has been received (S303: YES), the process proceeds to S304, and if it is determined that a variation pattern designation command has not been received (S303: NO), The process proceeds to S305.

  In S304, the sub CPU 71 executes effect pattern determination processing. In this process, the sub CPU 71 is based on a variation pattern designation command, an effect determining random number value, etc. from among a plurality of predetermined effect patterns according to the effect determining table stored in the program ROM 72 of the sub control circuit 7. Determine the production pattern. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

  In S305, the sub CPU 71 executes processing for determining whether or not a derived symbol designation command has been received. In this process, if the sub CPU 71 determines that the derived symbol designation command has been received (S305: YES), the process proceeds to S306, and if it is determined that the derived symbol designation command has not been received ( (S305: NO), the process proceeds to S307.

  In S306, based on the derived symbol designation command, the sub CPU 71 executes a process of determining a derived ornament symbol to be stopped in the variation from a plurality of predetermined derived ornament symbols, and ends this subroutine.

  In S307, the sub CPU 71 executes processing for determining whether or not a follow-up notification start command has been received. The follow-up notification start command is a command transmitted from the main CPU 60 when the follow-up notification flag is set in the main RAM 62 by the main CPU 60 in S123 of FIG. In this process, if the sub CPU 71 determines that the follow-up notification start command has been received (S307: YES), the process proceeds to S308, and if it determines that the follow-up notification start command has not been received ( (S307: NO), the process proceeds to S310.

  In S308, the sub CPU 71 executes a process of setting a follow-up notification preparation flag in the work RAM 73 (S308), and then executes a process of setting a follow-up time timer (S309). The follow-up notification preparation flag is a flag necessary for executing the follow-up notification effect. This is confirmed in S323 of the display control process of FIG. 37, S331 of the voice control process of FIG. 38, S341 of the lamp control process of FIG. 39, and S351 of the movable decorative member control process of FIG. The pursuit time timer is loaded in S324 of the display control process of FIG. 37, S332 of the audio control process of FIG. 38, S342 of the lamp control process of FIG. 39, and S352 of the movable decorative member control process of FIG. It is. The value of the follow-up time timer is determined by the main CPU 60 with reference to FIG. 13 (or FIG. 14) in S124 of FIG. 23, and is the variation time (follow-up time) of the second special symbol 231 set in the main RAM 62. Sent from the main CPU 60.

  In S310, the sub CPU 71 executes processing for determining whether or not a follow-up notification end command has been received. In this process, if the sub CPU 71 determines that the follow-up notification end command has been received (S310: YES), the process proceeds to S311 and if it is determined that the follow-up notification end command has not been received ( (S310: NO), the process proceeds to S312.

  In S <b> 311, the sub CPU 71 ends the present subroutine after executing a process of clearing the follow-up notification preparation flag from the work RAM 73.

  In S <b> 312, the sub CPU 71 executes processing for determining whether or not a demonstration display start command has been received. In this process, if the sub CPU 71 determines that the demonstration display start command has been received (S312: YES), the process proceeds to S313, and if the sub CPU 71 determines that the demonstration display start command has not been received ( (S312: NO), the process proceeds to S314.

  In S313, the sub CPU 71 executes a process of setting a demonstration display execution flag in the work RAM 73, and ends this subroutine.

  In S314, the sub CPU 71 executes processing for determining whether or not a demonstration display end command has been received. In this process, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the demonstration display end command has been received (S314: YES), the process proceeds to S315, and when it is determined that the demonstration display end command has not been received ( (S314: NO), the process proceeds to S316.

  In S315, the sub CPU 71 executes a process of clearing the demonstration display execution flag from the work RAM 73, and ends this subroutine.

  In S316, the sub CPU 71 performs processing corresponding to the received other command, for example, start winning update processing for updating the start winning memorized number (holding number), special gaming state effect (special gaming state start effect, first or A determination process of an effect during the opening of the second grand prize winning openings 16A and 16B and an effect at the end of the special gaming state is executed. When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

[Display control processing]
FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the display control process executed in S294 of FIG. This display control process is a process for controlling display on the liquid crystal display device 3 and the display decoration member 5.

  In the display control process, the sub CPU 71 first executes a process of determining whether or not the demonstration display execution flag is set in the work RAM 73 (S321). In this process, if the sub CPU 71 determines that the demonstration display execution flag is set (S321: YES), after executing the demonstration display process (S322), the process proceeds to S323, and the demonstration display execution is performed. If it is determined that the flag is not set (S321: NO), the process proceeds to S323.

  In S323, the sub CPU 71 executes processing for determining whether or not the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73. In this process, if the sub CPU 71 determines that the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73 (S323: YES), the process proceeds to S324, and the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73. If it is determined that there is not (S323: NO), the process proceeds to S327.

  In S324, after loading the chase time timer, the sub CPU 71 executes chase time countdown display processing (S325). This process is performed as a digital numeral display by two 7-segment LEDs in the display decoration member 5 as shown in FIG. At this time, the follow-up time countdown may be made to accurately display the remaining time of the follow-up time (displayed at a time), or to be divided into a plurality of times by selecting continuation / non-continuation at specific times. May be displayed. For example, when 90 seconds is determined as the follow-up time, the countdown may start from 90 seconds and end at 0 seconds, or the countdown may start from 45 seconds and start again at 45 seconds. You may make it do. The displayed count value may be increased during the pursuit time countdown. The follow-up time may be counted down in another display device such as the liquid crystal display device 3 instead of the display decoration member 5 or in addition to the display decoration member 5.

  Next, the sub CPU 71 executes a first start opening winning promotion display process (S326). In this process, in the liquid crystal display device 3, a game ball is won at the first start opening 14 </ b> A and a display indicating that a big hit lottery on the first special symbol display device 22 should be performed is performed. This is because there is a player who stops the launch of the game ball by making a so-called stop when a reach effect is generated as an effect of the decoration identification information in a specific gaming state or when a pattern of the decoration identification information is prepared. This is because it is necessary to urge the player to launch a game ball and to prompt the first start port 14A to win the game ball. Also, if the decoration identification information pattern is complete, the special game state will be digested by right-handed, so if the player has made a right-hand shot by misunderstanding that the special game state will be started Since the game ball is not expected to win the first starting port 14A, the player is encouraged to win the game ball to the first starting port 14A in the sense that the special gaming state will not be started immediately (left-handed). Is important). In addition to such a display prompting the first starting port 14A to win a game ball, it is preferable that the liquid crystal display device 3 actively performs explanation of the follow-up time and display that it is the follow-up time. Further, in the liquid crystal display device 3, the display of the decoration identification information corresponding to the second special symbol 231 is withdrawn downward, and the decoration identification information corresponding to the first special symbol 221 is variably displayed / stopped display thereon. May be.

  When the sub CPU 71 completes the process of S326 or determines that the follow-up notification preparation flag is not set in S323 (S323: NO), the display process in the other liquid crystal display device 3 and the display decorative member 5 is performed. Is executed (S327), and this subroutine is terminated.

  The display processing in the liquid crystal display device 3 and the display decoration member 5 is executed by the sub CPU 71 transmitting data for display on the liquid crystal display device 13 to the display control circuit 75. For example, when displaying an image on the liquid crystal display device 3, in the display control circuit 75, the VDP (not shown) is based on the data for displaying the effect image from the sub CPU 71. Various image data such as background image data and effect image data are read from the image data ROM, superimposed, and displayed on the liquid crystal display device 3.

[Voice control processing]
FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing the voice control process executed in S295 of FIG. This sound control process is a process for controlling sound data (notification sound, sound effect, music, speech, etc.) output from the speaker 761.

  In this voice control process, the sub CPU 71 first executes a process of determining whether or not the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73 (S331). In this process, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73 (S331: YES), the process proceeds to S332, and the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73. If it is determined that there is not (S331: NO), the process proceeds to S335.

  In S332, after loading the chase time timer, the sub CPU 71 executes chase time countdown audio output processing (S333). This process is executed by the sub CPU 71 transmitting audio data to the audio control circuit 76 and controlling the speaker 761 by the audio control circuit 76. For example, music specific to the chase time is output from the speaker 761, and the remaining chase time is notified by voice such as “remaining 30 seconds”.

  Next, the sub CPU 71 executes a first start opening winning promotion sound output process (S334). In this process, for example, a voice such as “Please insert a ball into the start chucker (first start port 14 </ b> A)” is output via the speaker 761.

  When the sub CPU 71 completes the process of S334 or determines that the follow-up notification preparation flag is not set in S331 (S331: NO), the sub CPU 71 executes another audio output process (S335). finish.

[Lamp control processing]
FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the lamp control process executed in S296 of FIG. This lamp control process is a process for controlling an effect pattern (lamp lighting / extinguishing) by the lamp 771.

  In the lamp control process, the sub CPU 71 executes a process of determining whether or not the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73 (S341). In this process, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73 (S341: YES), the process proceeds to S342, and the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73. If it is determined that there is not (S341: NO), the process proceeds to S344.

  In S342, the sub CPU 71 executes the chase time countdown lamp output process after loading the chase time timer (S343). This process is executed by the sub CPU 71 transmitting lamp lighting pattern data to the lamp control circuit 77 and controlling the lamp 771 by the lamp control circuit 77. In the lamp 771, for example, the lamp 771 is turned on / off in a pattern unique to the follow-up time.

  When the sub CPU 71 completes the process of S343 or determines that the follow-up notification preparation flag is not set in S341 (S341: NO), the sub CPU 71 executes other lamp output processes (S344). finish.

[Moving decorative member control processing]
FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing the movable decorative member control process executed in S296 of FIG.

  In this movable decorative member control process, first, the sub CPU 71 executes a process of determining whether or not the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73 (S351). In this process, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73 (S351: YES), the process proceeds to S352, and the follow-up notification preparation flag is set in the work RAM 73. If it is determined that there is not (S351: NO), the process proceeds to S354.

  In S352, after loading the follow-up time timer, the sub CPU 71 executes the follow-up movable process (S353). This process is executed when the sub CPU 71 transmits data for moving the movable decorative members 4A and 4B to the movable decorative member control circuit 74, and the movable decorative member control circuit 74 controls the movable decorative members 4A and 4B. In this process, the movable decorative member control circuit 74 moves, for example, a launch tube as the movable decorative member 4B up and down, vibrates left and right, or waits for the character body as the movable decorative member 4A at the upper part of the liquid crystal display device 3. It is vibrated at a position, moved to the center of the liquid crystal display device 3, and rotated at the center of the liquid crystal display device 3.

  When the sub CPU 71 completes the process of S353 or determines that the follow-up notification preparation flag is not set in S351 (S351: NO), the sub CPU 71 executes other movable decorative member movable processes (S354). Exit the subroutine.

[Modification]
Next, modified examples of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. However, in the following, explanations in common with the pachinko gaming machine described above with reference to FIGS. 1 to 40 will be omitted basically, and the differences will be mainly explained. And

  In this modification, a small hit is added as a hit in addition to the probability change big hit and the normal big hit, and the pursuit time corresponding to the small hit can be set. Here, the “small hit” means a hit where there is no change in the gaming state before and after the small hit gaming state that shifts after the small hit. Specifically, when the small hit game state is digested in the normal game state and the small hit game state is digested, the game state after the small hit game state remains the normal game state before the small hit game state, and the probability variation game There is no transition to the state. Similarly, when the small hit game state is digested in the probability variation gaming state, the gaming state after this small hit gaming state remains the probability variation gaming state before the small hit gaming state, and the normal gaming state There is no transition to.

  The small hit game state in this modified example is that the first big winning opening 16A is opened for the small hit with the first special symbol 221 and the second big winning opening 16B is opened for the small hit with the second special symbol 231. The total opening time is extremely short, for example, 1.8 seconds.

  The opening time and the number of times of opening of the first big winning opening 16A or the second winning opening 16B may be designed as appropriate. In the small hit gaming state, the first big winning opening 16A and the second winning prize are the same as in the big hit gaming state. The mouth 16B may be opened alternately.

[First special symbol hit determination table]
FIG. 41 shows a first special symbol hit determination table of a modified example of the pachinko gaming machine 1. This first special symbol hit determination table is a modification of the first special symbol hit determination table of FIG.

  The first special symbol hit determination table of the modified example is based on the first random number acquired based on the detected random number triggered by the first start opening ball entry sensor 141 detecting that a game ball has won the first start opening 14A. This is referred to when a lottery is performed per special symbol. In the first special symbol lottery, the lottery random number range is 0 to 299, the big hit random number value in the normal gaming state is “0”, and the big hit random number value in the probability variation gaming state is “0” to “9” 10 It is a piece. Therefore, the jackpot probability is a low probability of 1/300 in the normal gaming state, and the jackpot probability is a high probability of 1/30 (10/300) in the probability variation gaming state. Further, the small hit random numbers in the normal gaming state are “10” and “11”, and the small hit random numbers in the probability varying gaming state are also “10” and “11”. Therefore, the small hit probability is 1/150 (2/300) in both the normal gaming state and the probability variation gaming state.

  When the big hit random number is acquired, the game shifts to a special game state after the fluctuation of the first special symbol 221 is stopped. When the small hit random number is acquired, the small hit game number is changed after the fluctuation of the first special symbol 221 is stopped. Migrate to On the other hand, when a random number other than the big hit random number and the small hit random number (losing random number) is acquired, the game state does not change after the first special symbol 221 stops changing.

[Design determination table for first special symbol]
FIG. 42 shows a symbol determination table of the first special symbol of a modified example of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The symbol determination table for the first special symbol is a modification of the hit determination table for the first special symbol in FIG.

  The symbol determination table of the first special symbol of the modified example obtains a big hit random number or a small hit random number in the winning lottery of the first special symbol 221 (“0”, “10”, “11”, probability variation in the normal gaming state) This is referred to when "0" to "11" are acquired in the gaming state (see FIG. 41). In the symbol determination of the first special symbol 221, a random number for symbol determination is used, and the lottery random number range is 0-5.

  In the normal game state symbol determination, when the acquired symbol determination random number is “0”, the derived special symbol is “A” at 15R probability variation big hit, and when the acquired symbol determination random number is “1”, 8R If the derived special symbol is “B” at the probability variation jackpot and the acquired symbol determination random number is “2”, the derived special symbol is “C” at the 4R probability variation jackpot, and the acquired symbol determination random numbers are “3” to “5”. In the case of "", the derived special symbol corresponds to "D" with 4R normal jackpot. Further, when the acquired special gaming state determination random number corresponds to the small hit random number (“10”, “11”), the derived special symbol corresponds to “E”.

  In the symbol determination in the probability variation gaming state, when the acquired symbol determination random number is “0”, the derived special symbol is “F” at 15R probability variation big hit, and when the acquired symbol determination random number is “1” In the case where the derived special symbol is “G” at the 8R probability variable big hit and the acquired symbol determining random number is “2”, the derived special symbol is “H” at the 4R probability varying big hit, and the acquired symbol determining random number is “3” to “3”. In the case of “5”, the derived special symbol corresponds to “I” with 4R normal jackpot. When the acquired special gaming state determination random number corresponds to a small hit random number (“10”, “11”), the derived special symbol corresponds to “J”.

  When the random numbers for symbol determination in the symbol determination lottery are “0”, “1”, and “2”, from the first rotation after the end of the special gaming state until the next big winning lottery in the special symbol winning lottery It becomes short-time gaming state. When the symbol random number for symbol determination in the symbol determination lottery is “3”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 50th rotation after the special gaming state ends. When the symbol random number for symbol determination in the symbol determination lottery is “4”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the thirty rotation after the special gaming state ends. When the symbol random number for symbol determination in the symbol determination lottery is “5”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 20th rotation after the special gaming state ends. In the case of a small hit, the short-time gaming state will not be newly started, that is, if the small hit is won in the non-short-time gaming state (normal gaming state A), the small hit gaming state If the short win is won in the short time gaming state (the normal gaming state B and the probability variation gaming state), the short time gaming state is continued after the small hit gaming state ends. However, the number of time reductions will be inherited.

[Second special symbol hit determination table]
FIG. 43 shows a second special symbol hit determination table of a modification of the pachinko gaming machine 1. This second special symbol hit determination table is a modification of the second special symbol hit determination table of FIG.

  The second special symbol hit determination table of the modified example is when the second special symbol lottery is triggered by the fact that the second starting port entrance sensor 142 detects that a game ball has won the second starting port 14B. Is referred to. In the second special symbol lottery, the lottery random number range is 0 to 299, the winning random number value in the normal gaming state is one of “0”, and the winning random number value in the probability varying gaming state is “0” to “9” of 10 It is a piece. Therefore, the jackpot probability is a low probability of 1/300 in the normal gaming state, and the jackpot probability is a high probability of 1/30 (10/300) in the probability variation gaming state. Further, the small hit random numbers in the normal gaming state are “10” and “11”, and the small hit random numbers in the probability varying gaming state are also “10” and “11”. Therefore, the small hit probability is 1/150 (2/300) in both the normal gaming state and the probability variation gaming state.

  When the big hit random number is acquired, the game shifts to a special game state after the second special symbol 231 stops changing, and when the small hit random number is acquired, after the second special symbol 231 stops changing, the small hit game state Migrate to On the other hand, when a random number other than the big hit random number and the small hit random number (losing random number) is acquired, the game state does not change after the second special symbol 231 stops changing.

[Second special symbol determination table]
FIG. 44 shows a symbol determination table of the second special symbol of the modified example of the pachinko gaming machine 1. This symbol determination table for the second special symbol is a modification of the hit determination table for the first special symbol in FIG.

  The symbol determination table of the second special symbol 231 of the modified example acquires a big hit random number or a small hit random number in the winning lottery of the second special symbol 231 (“0”, “10”, “11”, probability in the normal gaming state) This is referred to when “0” to “11” are acquired (see FIG. 43) in the variable gaming state. In the symbol determination of the second special symbol 231, a symbol random number for symbol determination is used, and the random number range is 0 to 5.

  In the normal game state symbol determination, when the acquired symbol determination random number is “0”, the derived special symbol is “a” at 15R probability variation big hit, and when the acquired symbol determination random number is “1”, 8R If the derived special symbol is “b” at the probability variation jackpot and the acquired symbol determination random number is “2”, the derived special symbol is “c” at the 4R probability variation jackpot, and the acquired symbol determination random numbers are “3” to “5”. In the case of "", the derived special symbol corresponds to "d" with 4R normal big hit. Further, when the acquired special gaming state determination random number corresponds to a small hit random number (“10”, “11”), the derived special symbol corresponds to “e”.

  In the symbol determination in the probability variation gaming state, when the acquired symbol determination random number is “0”, the derived special symbol is “f” at 15R probability variable big hit, and when the acquired symbol determination random number is “1” In the case where the derived special symbol is “g” at the 8R probability variation jackpot and the acquired symbol determination random number is “2”, the derived special symbol is “h” at the 4R probability variation jackpot, and the acquired symbol determination random numbers are “3” to “3”. In the case of “5”, the derived special symbol corresponds to “i” with 4R normal jackpot. Further, when the acquired special gaming state determination random number corresponds to a small hit random number (“10”, “11”), the derived special symbol corresponds to “j”.

  If the random numbers for symbol determination in the symbol determination lottery are “0”, “1”, and “2”, the winning of the big symbol lottery in the special symbol big lottery from the first rotation after the end of the special gaming state It becomes a short game state until it is done. When the random number for symbol determination in the symbol determination lottery is “3”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 50th rotation after the special gaming state ends. When the acquired random number for symbol determination in the symbol determination lottery is “4”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 30th rotation after the special gaming state ends. When the random number for symbol determination in the symbol determination lottery is “5”, the short-time gaming state from the first rotation to the 20th rotation after the end of the special gaming state is entered. In the case of a small hit, the short-time gaming state will not be newly started, that is, if the small hit is won in the non-short-time gaming state (normal gaming state A), the small hit gaming state If the short win is won in the short time gaming state (the normal gaming state B and the probability variation gaming state), the short time gaming state is continued after the small hit gaming state ends. However, the number of time reductions will be inherited.

[Variation time determination table]
FIG. 45 shows a variation time determination table for the first special symbol 221 and the second special symbol 231 according to a modification of the pachinko gaming machine 1. This variation time determination table is a modification of the variation time determination table of FIG.

  The variation time determination table of the modified example is based on the derived special symbol determined in the symbol determination table of the first special symbol 221 in FIG. 42 or the symbol determination table of the second special symbol 231 in FIG. Thus, the variation time of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is determined. The range of the random time for determining the variation time is 0-2.

  In determining the variation time in the normal gaming state A (no time saving), the derived special symbol is “A”, “a”, “B”, “b”, “C” or “c”, that is, the special symbol winning lottery When the result is “probability variation jackpot”, when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 35 seconds, when “1”, the variation time is 50 seconds, and when “2”, the variation time is 60 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “D” or “d”, or “E” or “e”, that is, when the result of the special symbol winning lottery is “ordinary big hit” or “small hit”, the obtained variable time determination When the random number is “0”, the variation time is 40 seconds, when it is “1”, the variation time is 55 seconds, and when it is “2”, the variation time is 65 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “-” (not applicable), that is, when the result of the special symbol hitting lottery is “losing”, when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 10 seconds, “1 "", The fluctuation time is 25 seconds, and when "2", the fluctuation time is 45 seconds.

  In determining the variation time in the normal gaming state B (with short time), the derived special symbol is “A”, “a”, “B”, “b”, “C”, or “c”, that is, a special symbol winning lottery When the result is “probability variation jackpot”, the fluctuation time determination random number is “0”, the fluctuation time is 20 seconds, the fluctuation time is “30”, the fluctuation time is 30 seconds, and the fluctuation time is “2”. Is 40 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “D” or “d”, or “E” or “e”, that is, when the result of the special symbol winning lottery is “ordinary big hit” or “small hit”, the obtained variable time determination When the random number is “0”, the fluctuation time is 25 seconds, when it is “1”, the fluctuation time is 35 seconds, and when it is “2”, the fluctuation time is 45 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “-” (not applicable), that is, when the result of the special symbol winning lottery is “losing”, when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 7 seconds, “1” "", The fluctuation time is 15 seconds, and when "2", the fluctuation time is 30 seconds.

  In determining the variation time in the probability variation gaming state, the derived special symbol is “F”, “f”, “G”, “g”, “H” or “h”, that is, the result of the lottery of the special symbol is “probability” In the case of “large variation hit”, the fluctuation time determination random number is “0”, the fluctuation time is 15 seconds, “1” is the fluctuation time is 20 seconds, and “2” is the fluctuation time is 25 seconds. . When the derived special symbol is “I”, “J”, or “j”, that is, when the result of the special symbol winning lottery is “ordinary big hit” or “small hit” of the first special symbol 221, the obtained variation time When the decision random number is “0”, the variation time is 20 seconds, when “1”, the variation time is 25 seconds, and when “2”, the variation time is 30 seconds. When the derived special symbol is “-” (not applicable), that is, when the result of the special symbol winning lottery is “losing”, when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, the variation time is 5 seconds, “1” "", The fluctuation time is 10 seconds, and when "2", the fluctuation time is 15 seconds.

  If the derived special symbol is “i”, that is, if the winning lottery result of the second special symbol 231 in the probability variation state is “normal jackpot”, the variation time is determined based on the pursuit time determination table shown in FIG. To do.

[Pursuit time determination table]
FIG. 46 shows a chase time determination table of a modified example in the pachinko gaming machine 1. This pursuit time determination table is a modification of the pursuit time determination table of FIG.

  The pursuit time determination table of the modified example is referred to in order to determine the fluctuation time when the result of the winning lottery of the second special symbol 231 in the probability fluctuation state is “normal big hit”. The pursuit time is determined on the basis of the special symbol of the previous hit and the acquired random number for changing time (random number range 0 to 2).

  When the special symbol is “A” or “a” (15R probability variation big hit in the normal gaming state A and B), the follow-up time (second special symbol 231) is obtained when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”. When “1” is “ordinary big hit”) is 150 seconds, when “1” is the follow-up time is 180 seconds, when “2” is the follow-up time is 210 seconds, and the average follow-up time is 3 minutes (180 seconds) ).

  When the special symbol is “B” or “b” (8R probability variation big hit in the normal gaming state A, B), when the obtained random number for determining the variation time is “0”, the follow-up time is 100 seconds, “1 "" Is the follow-up time is 120 seconds, and "2" is the follow-up time is 140 seconds, and the average value of the follow-up time is 2 minutes (120 seconds).

  If the special symbol is “C” or “c” (4R probability variation big hit in normal gaming state A, B), when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, the follow-up time is 50 seconds, “1 "", The follow-up time is 60 seconds, and when "2", the follow-up time is 70 seconds, and the average value of the follow-up time is 1 minute (60 seconds).

  When the special symbol is “F” or “f” (15R probability variation big hit in the probability variation state), the follow-up time is 200 seconds when the obtained random time for determining the variation time is “0”, and when the follow-up time is “1” When the follow-up time is 240 seconds and “2”, the follow-up time is 280 seconds, and the average value of the follow-up time is 4 minutes (240 seconds).

  When the special symbol is “G” or “g” (8R probability variation big hit in the probability variation state), the follow-up time is 150 seconds when the obtained random number for variation time determination is “0”, and when the follow-up time is “1” When the follow-up time is 180 seconds and “2”, the follow-up time is 210 seconds, and the average follow-up time is 3 minutes (180 seconds).

  When the special symbol is “H” or “h” (4R probability variation big hit in the probability variation state), when the obtained variation time determination random number is “0”, the follow-up time is 100 seconds, and when “1” When the follow-up time is 120 seconds and “2”, the follow-up time is 140 seconds, and the average value of the follow-up time is 2 minutes (120 seconds).

  When the special symbol is “J” or “j” (small hit in the probability variation state), the follow-up time is 150 seconds when the obtained random time for determining the change time is “0”, and the follow-up is carried out when it is “1” When the time is 180 seconds and “2”, the follow-up time is 210 seconds, and the average follow-up time is 3 minutes (180 seconds).

  Probability fluctuation jackpot ("A", "a", "B", "b", "C" or "c") in the special gaming state A, B and probability fluctuation jackpot in the probability variation gaming state ( In the case of “F”, “f”, “G”, “g”, “H”, or “h”), the follow-up time (average value) increases as the probability variation jackpot with a large number of rounds advantageous by the player. Preferential treatment. In other words, the special symbol that is more advantageous to the player is given priority to the pursuit time (average value), and the pursuit possibility (in the probability variation gaming state, the second special symbol 231 is a fluctuation time corresponding to “normal jackpot”. In the case of fluctuation, the chance of winning the probability variation big win in the winning lottery of the first special symbol 221 and the possibility that the first special symbol 221 stops and displays earlier than the second special symbol 231 is increased. ing.

  Also, the probability variation jackpot (“A”, “a”, “B”, “b”, “C” or “c”) in the special gaming state A, B and the probability variation in the probability variation gaming state With jackpot (“F”, “f”, “G”, “g”, “H”, or “h”), the probability variation jackpot in the probability variation gaming state is more favorable for the follow-up time (average value). Has been. In other words, the special symbol acquired in a more advantageous situation for the player has a preferential follow-up time (average value), and the pursuit possibility (in the probability variation gaming state, the second special symbol 231 becomes “normal jackpot”. There is a high possibility that the first special symbol 221 will stop and be displayed earlier than the second special symbol 231 when winning in the winning lottery of the first special symbol 221 when the variation is in the corresponding variation time. It is made to become.

  The variation time when the special symbol is a small hit (“J” or “j”) in the probability variation state is determined using the variation time determination table in FIG. 45 described above. As shown in the table, not only the last special symbol (probability variation big hit) and the random number for determining the variation time obtained at that time, but also the special symbol for the last small hit and that obtained at that time The pursuit time is also set by the random number for determining the fluctuation time. From such a configuration, by making it possible to change the chase time with a small hit as an opportunity, the game characteristics are diversified and the interest of the game is improved.

The pursuit time is determined as in the pursuit time determination table described with reference to FIG.
The pursuit time may be determined according to the progress stage (number of digestions) of the short-time game.

[First special symbol control process]
FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing a first special symbol control process of a modification of the pachinko gaming machine 1. This first special symbol control process is a modification of the first special symbol control process of FIG. 19 executed in S15 of FIG.

  In FIG. 47, the numerical values written on the sides of S362 to S372 indicate the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 corresponding to those steps, and function as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 in the main RAM 62. It is stored in the storage area. The control state flag of the first special symbol 221 indicates the game state of the first special symbol game, and enables one of the processes in S362 to S372 to be executed. Here, S362 to S368 and S372 are the same as S62 to S69 in the first special symbol control process of FIG. 19, and S369 to S371 relating to the small hit are added to the first special symbol control process of the modified example. This is different from the first special symbol control process of FIG. Here, S362 is the first special symbol memory check process (00), S363 is the first special symbol variation time management process (01), S364 is the first special symbol display time management process (02), and S365 is the special game state start. Interval management process (03), S366 is the first big prize opening open process (04), S367 is the second big prize opening open process (05), S368 is the special game state end interval process (06), S369 is small The winning game state start interval process (07), S370 is a small hit gaming state first big opening opening process (08), S371 is a small hit gaming state end interval process (09), S372 is the first One special symbol game end process (10).

  In the first special symbol control process according to the modified example, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of loading the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 stored in the main RAM 62 (S361), and then the first special symbol 221 is loaded. In accordance with the numerical value of the control state flag, it is determined whether or not various processes are executed in each step (S362 to S372), and the first special symbol game proceeds by executing one step for the numerical value. Become.

  Specifically, when the gaming state is not the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or the small hit gaming state, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 when the result of the hit determination is lost. By sequentially setting “00”, “01”, “02”, and “10”, the processing of S362, S363, S364, and S372 shown in FIG. 47 is executed at a predetermined timing.

  The main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 to “00”, “0” when the game state is not the special game state (big hit game state) or the small hit game state and the result of the hit determination is big hit. By sequentially setting 01 ”,“ 02 ”, and“ 03 ”, the processing of S362, S363, S364, and S365 shown in FIG. 47 is executed at a predetermined timing, and the control to the big hit gaming state is executed. become. Further, when the control to the big hit gaming state is executed, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag in the order of “04” and “05”, thereby performing the processing of S366 and S367 shown in FIG. 47 at a predetermined timing. Will be executed and a jackpot game will be executed. The main CPU 60 also executes the big hit gaming state end interval processing (06 in S368) when the big hit gaming state is ended in the processing of S366 or S367 shown in FIG. 47 after the control to the big hit gaming state is executed. ) And the first special symbol game end process (10) of S372.

  The main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 to “00” when the game state is not the special game state (big hit game state) or the small hit game state and the result of the hit determination is a small hit. By sequentially setting “01”, “02”, “07”, “08”, “09”, and “10”, S362, S363, S364, S369, S370, S371, and S372 shown in FIG. The process is executed at a predetermined timing, and the control to the small hit gaming state is executed.

  In the processing from S362 to S372 in FIG. 47, processing related to the small hit will be described later, but the processing from S362 to S372 will be briefly described below.

  In the first special symbol storage check process (00) of S362, the main CPU 60 performs the first special symbol variation time management process (S363) indicating that the value of the first special symbol hold count counter is not 0. The control state flag (01) of the special symbol 221 is set, and the variation time is set as a waiting time timer. In the first special symbol memory check process, the control state flag (01) of the first special symbol 221 and the waiting time timer are set, so that the first special symbol of S363 is reached after the lapse of the variation time set as the waiting time timer. The variable time management process (01) is set to be executed.

  In the first special symbol variation time management process (01) of S363, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is the value (01) indicating the first special symbol variation time management process, and the first special symbol variation time management process (01). When a predetermined fluctuation time elapses in the fluctuation of the symbol 221 (when the fluctuation of the first special symbol 221 is stopped), the control state flag (02) of the first special symbol 221 indicating the first special symbol display time management process is set. In addition to setting, the waiting time after confirmation is set in the waiting time timer. In the first special symbol variation time management process, the control state flag (02) of the first special symbol 221 and the waiting time timer are set, so that after the fixed waiting time set as the waiting time timer elapses, One special symbol display time management process (02) is set to be executed.

  In the first special symbol display time management process (02) of S364, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process, and the waiting time after confirmation. When the time elapses, a process for determining whether the game state is a special game state or a small hit is executed.

  The main CPU 60 sets the control state flag (03) of the first special symbol 221 indicating the special gaming state start interval management process in the case of a big hit, and sets the time corresponding to the special gaming state start interval in the waiting time timer. To do. Thus, the special game state start interval management process (03) of S365 is set to be executed after the time corresponding to the special game state start interval set as the waiting time timer has elapsed.

  On the other hand, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag (07) of the first special symbol 221 indicating the small hit gaming state start interval management process when the small hit is made, and sets the time corresponding to the small hit gaming state start interval. Set to the wait timer. Thus, the small hit gaming state start interval management process (07) of S369 is set to be executed after the passage of the time corresponding to the small hit gaming state start interval set as the waiting time timer.

  In the special gaming state start interval management process (03) of S365, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process, and sets the special gaming state start interval. When the corresponding time has elapsed, a process of opening the first grand prize winning opening 16A is executed. The main CPU 60 sets a value indicating the process during opening of the first big prize opening, the control state flag (04) of the first special symbol 221 and sets the upper opening limit time (for example, about 25 seconds) to the first big prize opening opening time. Set to timer. In the special game state start interval management process, after the control state flag (04) of the first special symbol 221 and the first big prize opening time timer are set, the first big prize opening time timer is set. It is set so that the first big prize opening opening process (04) of S366 is executed.

  In the first grand prize opening opening process (04) of S366, the main CPU 60 determines the first special symbol 221 when the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (04) indicating the first big prize opening opening process. Whether the condition that the big prize winning prize counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, “9”) or the condition that the upper limit opening time has passed (the first big prize opening time timer is “0”) is satisfied The process which determines whether or not is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines that any one of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the condition that the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the maximum winning opening release number maximum value (the final round) is satisfied. Execute. When the main CPU 60 determines that it is the final round, it sets the value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process to the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 and determines that it is not the final round. A value (05) indicating the process during opening of the second big prize opening is set in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 and an opening upper limit (for example, 25 seconds) is set in the second big prize opening time timer. Thus, in the first big prize opening opening process, the control flag (05) of the first special symbol 221 is set, so that the second big prize opening opening process (05) of S367 is executed, and the first When the control state flag (06) of the special symbol 221 is set, the special game state end interval process (06) of S368 is set to be executed.

  In the second big prize opening opening process (05) of S367, the main CPU 60 determines the second special prize 221 when the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (05) indicating the second big prize opening opening process. Whether the condition that the big prize opening prize counter is a predetermined value (for example, “9”) or more, or the condition that the upper opening limit time has passed (the second big prize opening time timer is “0”) is satisfied The process which determines whether or not is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines that any one of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the condition that the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the maximum winning opening release number maximum value (the final round) is satisfied. Execute. When the main CPU 60 determines that it is the final round, the main CPU 60 sets the value (06) indicating the big hit gaming state end interval process to the control state flag of the first special symbol 221, while when determining that it is not the final round, A value (04) indicating the first big winning opening opening process is set in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 and an opening upper limit (for example, 25 seconds) is set in the first big winning opening release timer. In the second big winning opening opening process, the control state flag (04) of the first special symbol 221 is set, so that the first big winning opening releasing process (04) of S366 is executed again, and the first special symbol is opened. When the control state flag (06) of 221 is set, the special game state end interval process (06) of S368 is set to be executed.

  In the special gaming state end interval process (06) of S368, the main CPU 60 determines that the first big prize opening opening time when the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval. Clear the time set in the timer or the second grand prize opening time timer, set the remaining ball check processing time in the waiting time timer, and check the residual ball of the big prize opening that was finally released within that time Process. Then, when the time corresponding to the special game state end interval (residual ball check processing time) has elapsed, a value (10) indicating the end of the first special symbol game is set in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221. Thereby, it sets so that the 1st special symbol game end process (10) of S372 may be performed.

  In the small hit gaming state start interval process (07) of S369, the main CPU 60 indicates that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (07) indicating the small hit gaming state start interval management process, and starts the small hit gaming state. When the time corresponding to the interval has elapsed, a process of opening the first grand prize winning opening 16A is executed. Further, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag (08) of the first special symbol 221 to open the first big winning opening (processing for opening the small winning gaming state first big winning opening), and also sets the upper opening limit time (for example, about 25 seconds) is set in the first grand prize opening time timer. Thus, after the first big winning opening opening time timer is set, the small hit gaming state first big winning opening releasing process (08) of S370 is set.

  In the small bonus game state first big winning opening opening process (08) of S370, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 indicates the small hit gaming state first big winning opening open process (08). ), The condition that the first grand prize opening prize counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, “9”) and the upper limit opening time has elapsed (the first big prize opening time timer is “0”). When it is determined that any one of the above conditions is satisfied, a value (09) indicating the small hit gaming state end interval process is set in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221. Thus, the small hit gaming state end interval process (09) of S371 is set to be executed.

  In the small hit gaming state end interval process (09) of S371, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (09) indicating the small hit gaming state end interval, and sets the small hit gaming state end interval. A value (10) indicating the end of the first special symbol game when the corresponding time has elapsed (the remaining ball check processing time in the first big winning opening opened in the small hit gaming state or the second big winning opening). Is set in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221. Thereby, it sets so that the 1st special symbol game end process (10) of S372 may be performed.

  In the first special symbol game end process (10) of S372, the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol game 221 has a value (10) indicating that the first special symbol game has ended, in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221. A value (00) indicating storage check processing is set. In the first special symbol game ending process, the first special symbol memory check process of S362 is set to be executed again, and this subroutine is ended.

[Second special symbol control process]
FIG. 48 is a flowchart showing a second special symbol control process of a modification of the pachinko gaming machine 1. This second special symbol control process is a modification of the second special symbol control process of FIG. 20 executed in S16 of FIG.

  In FIG. 48, the numerical values written on the sides of S382 to S392 indicate the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 corresponding to those steps, and function as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62. It is stored in the storage area. The control state flag of the second special symbol 231 indicates the game state of the second special symbol game, and enables one of the processes in S382 to S392 to be executed. Here, S382 to S388 and S392 are the same as S72 to S79 in the second special symbol control process of FIG. 20, and the second special symbol control process of the modified example is added with S389 to S391 related to the small hit. This is different from the second special symbol control process of FIG. Here, S382 is the second special symbol memory check process (00), S383 is the second special symbol variation time management process (01), S384 is the second special symbol display time management process (02), and S385 is the special game state start. Interval management process (03), S386 is the first big prize opening open process (04), S387 is the second big prize opening open process (05), S388 is the special gaming state end interval process (06), S389 is small The winning game state start interval process (07), S390 is the small hit gaming state second big opening opening process (08), S391 is the small hit gaming state end interval process (09), S392 is the first 2 is a special symbol game end process (10).

  In the second special symbol control process of the modified example, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of loading the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 stored in the main RAM 62 (S381), and then the second special symbol 231. According to the numerical value of the control state flag, it is determined whether or not various processes are executed in each step (S382 to S392), and the second special symbol game proceeds by executing the step corresponding to the numerical value.

  Specifically, when the gaming state is not the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or the small hit gaming state, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 when the result of the hit determination is lost. By sequentially setting “00”, “01”, “02”, and “10”, the processing of S382, S383, S384, and S392 shown in FIG. 48 is executed at a predetermined timing.

  The main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 to “00” and “00” when the game state is not the special game state (big hit game state) or the small hit game state and the result of the hit determination is big hit. By sequentially setting “01”, “02”, and “03”, the processing of S382, S383, S384, and S385 shown in FIG. 48 is executed at a predetermined timing, and the control to the big hit gaming state is executed. become. Further, when the control to the big hit gaming state is executed, the control state flag is set in the order of “04” and “05”, so that the processing of S386 and S387 shown in FIG. 48 is performed at a predetermined timing. It will be executed and a jackpot game will be executed. The main CPU 60 also executes the big hit gaming state end interval processing (06 in S388) when the big hit gaming state is ended in the processing of S386 or S387 shown in FIG. 48 after the control to the big hit gaming state is executed. ) And the second special symbol game end process (10) of S392.

  When the gaming state is not the special gaming state, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 to "00", "01", "02", "07" ”,“ 08 ”,“ 09 ”, and“ 10 ”in this order, the processing of S382, S383, S384, S389, S390, S391, and S392 shown in FIG. 48 is executed at a predetermined timing. Control to the hit gaming state is executed.

  In the processing from S382 to S392 in FIG. 48, processing related to the small hit will be described later, but the processing from S382 to S392 will be briefly described below.

  In the first special symbol storage check process (00) of S382, the main CPU 60 performs the second special symbol variation time management process (S383) indicating that the value of the second special symbol hold count counter is not 0. The control state flag (01) of the special symbol 231 is set, and the variation time is set as a waiting time timer. In the second special symbol memory check process, the control state flag (01) of the second special symbol 231 and the waiting time timer are set, so that the second special symbol of S383 is elapsed after the elapse of the variation time set as the waiting time timer. The variable time management process (01) is set to be executed.

  In the second special symbol variation time management process (01) of S383, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is the value (01) indicating the second special symbol variation time management process, and the second When a predetermined variation time has elapsed in the variation of the special symbol 231 (when the second special symbol 231 is suspended), the control state flag (02) of the second special symbol 231 indicating the second special symbol display time management is set. In addition to setting, the waiting time after confirmation is set in the waiting time timer. In the second special symbol variation time management process, the control state flag (02) of the second special symbol 231 and the waiting time timer are set, so that after the fixed waiting time set as the waiting time timer elapses, 2 Special symbol display time management process (02) is set to be executed.

  In the second special symbol display time management process (02) of S384, the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process, and the waiting time after confirmation. When the time elapses, a process for determining whether the game state is a special game state or a small hit is executed.

  The main CPU 60 sets the control state flag (03) of the second special symbol 231 indicating the special gaming state start interval management process in the case of a big hit, and sets the time corresponding to the special gaming state start interval in the waiting time timer. To do. Thus, the special game state start interval management process (03) of S385 is set to be executed after elapse of time corresponding to the special game state start interval set as the waiting time timer.

  On the other hand, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag (07) of the second special symbol 231 indicating the small hit game state start interval management process when it is a small hit, and sets the time corresponding to the small hit game state start interval. Set to the wait timer. Thus, the small hit gaming state start interval management process (07) of S389 is set to be executed after the time corresponding to the small hit gaming state start interval set as the waiting time timer has elapsed.

  In the special gaming state start interval management process (03) of S385, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 to a value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process, and sets the special gaming state start interval. When the corresponding time has elapsed, a process of opening the first grand prize winning opening 16A is executed. The main CPU 60 sets a value indicating the process during opening of the second big prize opening, the control state flag (04) of the second special symbol 231 and sets the opening upper limit time (for example, about 25 seconds) to the first big prize opening opening time. Set to timer. In the special game state start interval management process, after the control state flag (04) of the second special symbol 231 and the first big prize opening time timer are set, the first big prize opening opening process (04) of S386 is executed. To be set.

  In the first big prize opening opening process (04) of S386, the main CPU 60 determines that the first special prize winning is performed when the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (04) indicating the big prize opening opening process. Whether or not the condition that the entrance prize counter is a predetermined value (for example, “9”) or more and the condition that the opening upper limit time has passed (the first big prize opening time timer is “0”) are satisfied. Execute the process of determining. When the main CPU 60 determines that any one of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the condition that the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the maximum winning opening release number maximum value (the final round) is satisfied. Execute. When the main CPU 60 determines that it is the final round, it sets the value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process to the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 and determines that it is not the final round. A value (05) indicating the process during opening of the second big prize opening is set in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 and an opening upper limit time (for example, 25 seconds) is set in the second big prize opening time timer. As a result, the second special symbol opening process (05) of S387 is executed by setting the control state flag (05) of the second special symbol in the first large prize opening opening process. When the control state flag (06) of the special symbol 231 is set, the special game state end interval process (06) of S388 is set to be executed.

  In the second big prize opening opening process (05) of S387, the main CPU 60 determines the second special symbol 231 when the control state flag is a value (05) indicating the second big prize opening opening process. Whether the condition that the big prize opening prize counter is a predetermined value (for example, “9”) or more, or the condition that the upper opening limit time has passed (the second big prize opening time timer is “0”) is satisfied The process which determines whether or not is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines that any one of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the condition that the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the maximum winning opening release number maximum value (the final round) is satisfied. Execute. When the main CPU 60 determines that it is the final round, it sets the value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval process to the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 and determines that it is not the final round. A value (04) indicating the first big winning opening opening process is set in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 and the opening upper limit time (for example, 25 seconds) is set in the first big winning opening opening time timer. In the second big winning opening opening process, the control state flag (04) of the second special symbol 231 is set, so that the first big winning opening releasing process (04) of S386 is executed again, and the second special symbol is executed. When the control state flag (06) of 231 is set, the special game state end interval process (06) of S388 is set to be executed.

  In the special gaming state end interval process (06) of S388, the main CPU 60 releases the first big prize opening when the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (06) indicating the special gaming state end interval. Clear the time set in the time timer or the second big prize opening time timer, set the residual ball check processing time in the waiting time timer, and the residual ball of the big prize opening last released within that time Perform check processing. Then, when the time corresponding to the special game state end interval (residual ball check processing time) has elapsed, a value (10) indicating the end of the second special symbol game is set in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231. Thus, the second special symbol game end process (10) of S392 is set to be executed.

  In the small hit gaming state start interval process (07) of S389, the main CPU 60 indicates that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (07) indicating the small hit gaming state start interval management process, and starts the small hit gaming state. When the time corresponding to the interval has elapsed, a process of opening the second big prize opening 16B is executed. Further, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag (08) of the second special symbol 231 to open the second grand prize opening 16B (small hit gaming state second big prize opening opening process), and also sets the upper limit opening time (for example, (About 25 seconds) is set in the first grand prize opening time timer. Thus, after the first big winning opening opening time timer is set, the small hit gaming state second big winning opening opening process (08) of S390 is set to be executed.

  In the small hit gaming state second big prize opening opening process (08) of S390, the main CPU 60 has a value (08) in which the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 indicates the small hit gaming state second big prize opening open process. ), The condition that the second big prize opening prize counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, “9”) and the opening upper limit time has passed (the first big prize opening time timer is “0”). When it is determined that either of the conditions is satisfied, a value (09) indicating the small hit gaming state end interval process is set in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231. Thus, the small hit gaming state end interval process (09) of S391 is set to be executed.

  In the small hit gaming state end interval process (09) of S391, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 to a value (09) indicating the small hit gaming state end interval, and sets the small hit gaming state end interval. A value indicating the end of the second special symbol game when the corresponding time (residual ball check processing of the first big winning opening 16A or the second big winning opening 16B released in the small hit gaming state) has elapsed (10 ) Is set in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231. Thus, the second special symbol game end process (10) of S392 is set to be executed.

  In the second special symbol game end process (10) of S392, the main CPU 60 determines that the second special symbol game end when the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (10) indicating the end of the second special symbol game. A value (00) indicating storage check processing is set. In the second special symbol game ending process, the first special symbol memory check process of S382 is set to be executed again, and this subroutine is ended.

[Second special symbol variation time determination process]
FIG. 49 is a flowchart of the second special symbol variation time determination process of the modified example in the pachinko gaming machine 1. This second special symbol variation time determination process is a modification of the second special symbol variation time determination process executed in S109 of FIG.

  In the second special symbol variation time determination process, first, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not it is in the probability variation gaming state (S401). When determining that the main CPU 60 is in the probability variation gaming state (S401: YES), the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the second special symbol game derives a normal big hit or a small hit (S402). . That is, a process of determining whether or not the determined second special symbol 231 corresponds to the special symbol for deriving the normal big hit or the small hit is executed. In this process, if the main CPU 60 determines that the normal big hit or the small hit is derived (S402: YES), it sets a follow-up notification flag in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62 (S403). Here, the follow-up notification flag is used to notify that a normal big hit or small win is won in the probability variation gaming state (it is a special symbol for deriving a normal big hit or small hit), and this follow-up notification flag is set. When this is done, a process of transmitting a follow-up notification start command to start the follow-up notification to the sub-control circuit 7 is executed. Thereby, the sub-control circuit 7 can recognize that the follow-up time has started.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines the variation time of the second special symbol 231 with reference to the pursuit time determination table of FIG. 46, and executes a process of setting the variation time in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62 (S404). At this time, the main CPU 60 is based on the special symbol information (derived special symbol) in the previous special gaming state stored in the main RAM 62 and the random number for determining the variation time of the special symbol in the previous special gaming state. Referring to the pursuit time determination table of FIG. 46, the variation time of the second special symbol 231 in the second special symbol game is determined. Then, the main CPU 60 transmits the pursuit time (variation time) to the sub control circuit 7. Thereby, the sub-control circuit 7 can perform an effect corresponding to the pursuit time.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the main CPU 60 is not in the probability variation gaming state (S401: NO), or is in the probability variation gaming state (S401: YES), it is determined that there is no normal big hit or small hit. (S402: NO), the variation time of the second special symbol 231 is determined according to the variation time determination table of FIG. 45, and the variation time corresponding to the second special symbol 231 is set (S405). That is, in S405, the variation time of the second special symbol 231 is determined as usual and set.

  The main CPU 60 ends this subroutine when the variation time for the second special symbol 231 is set in S404 or S405.

[First special symbol variation time management process]
FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol variation time management process executed in S363 of FIG. This first special symbol variation time management process is a modification of the first special symbol variation time management process executed in S63 of FIG.

  In the first special symbol variation time management process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (01) indicating the first special symbol variation time management process ( S411). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is the value (01) indicating the first special symbol variation time management process (S411: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S412. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is not the value (01) indicating the first special symbol variation time management process (S411: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S412, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the waiting time timer of the first special symbol 221 is “0”, and determines that the waiting time timer is “0” (S412: YES). , The process proceeds to S413. On the other hand, when determining that the waiting time timer is not “0”, the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S413, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the first special symbol 221 is a symbol for deriving a special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or a small hit gaming state. In this process, the main CPU 60 determines that the determined first special symbol 221 is “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, “F”, “G”, “H”, “ A process of determining whether or not “I” or “J” (see FIG. 42) is executed. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol 221 is a symbol for deriving the special game state (big hit game state) or the small hit game state (S413: YES), the process proceeds to S414. If it is determined that the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or the small hit gaming state is not derived (S413: NO), the process proceeds to S416.

  In S414, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the second special symbol 231 is changing. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the second special symbol 231 is changing (S414: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S415 and determines that the second special symbol 231 is not changing. (S414: NO), the process proceeds to S416.

  In S415, the main CPU 60 executes the forced stop and forced change processing of the second special symbol 231. That is, determining the special symbol for deriving the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or the small hit gaming state in the first special symbol 221 during the fluctuation of the second special symbol 231 means that the first special symbol 221 is determined within the pursuit time. Since it is that the winning lottery is won in the symbol 221, the winning corresponding to the first special symbol 221 is given priority. Therefore, if the derived symbol corresponding to the special game state (big hit game state) or the small hit game state is fluctuating, the second special symbol 231 is changed to a special game of losing and forcibly stopped. 2 When the special game state (big hit game state) or the small hit game state of the special symbol 231 is canceled and the second special symbol 231 is changing in the derived symbol corresponding to the loss, it is compulsory without changing the special symbol To stop. In addition, the process which sets the 2nd special symbol non-change flag performed by S156 of FIG. 26 may be performed following this process.

  In S416, the main CPU 60 performs a process of setting (storing) a value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221. Run.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting (storing) the determined waiting time as a waiting time timer in an area functioning as a waiting time timer in the main RAM 62 (S417). When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

[Second special symbol variation time management process]
FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol variation time management process executed in S383 of FIG. This second special symbol variation time management process is a modification of the second special symbol variation time management process executed in S73 of FIG.

  In the second special symbol variation time management process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (01) indicating the second special symbol variation time management process ( S421). When the main CPU 60 determines that the value is the value (01) indicating the second special symbol variation time management process (S421: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S422. On the other hand, if the main CPU 60 does not determine that the value is the value (01) indicating the second special symbol variation time management process (S421: NO), the main CPU 60 ends this subroutine.

  In S422, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the waiting time timer of the second special symbol 231 is “0”, and determines that the waiting time timer is “0” (S422: YES). , The process proceeds to S423. On the other hand, when determining that the waiting time timer is not “0”, the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S423, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the second special symbol 231 is a symbol for deriving a special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or a small hit gaming state. In this process, the main CPU 60 determines that the determined second special symbol 231 is “a”, “b”, “c”, “d”, “e”, “f”, “g”, “h”, “ A process of determining whether or not “i” or “j” (see FIG. 44) is executed. In this process, if the main CPU 60 determines that the second special symbol 231 is a symbol for deriving the special game state (big hit game state) or the small hit game state (S423: YES), the process proceeds to S424. If it is determined that the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or the small hit gaming state is not derived (S423: NO), the process proceeds to S426.

  In S424, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the first special symbol 221 is changing. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol 221 is changing (S424: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S425 and determines that the first special symbol 221 is not changing. (S424: NO), the process proceeds to S426.

  In S425, the main CPU 60 executes the forced stop and forced change processing of the first special symbol 221. That is, since the special symbol for deriving the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or the small hit gaming state is determined in the second special symbol 231 during the variation of the first special symbol 221, the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or small In order to give priority to the stop display of the second special symbol 231 that is a winning game state, the derived symbol corresponding to the first special symbol 221 varies in the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or the derived symbol corresponding to the small hit gaming state In the case of the middle, the game is changed to a special symbol of losing and forcibly stopped, the special game state (big hit game state) or the small hit game state of the first special symbol 221 is canceled, and the first special symbol 221 is If the derived symbol corresponding to the loss is changing, the derived special symbol is forcibly stopped without changing. In addition, the process which sets the 2nd special symbol non-change flag performed by S156 of FIG. 26 may be performed following this process.

  In S426, the main CPU 60 performs a process of setting (storing) the value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231. Run.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting (storing) the post-confirmation waiting time as a waiting time timer in an area functioning as a waiting time timer in the main RAM 62 (S427). When this process is finished, this subroutine is finished.

[First special symbol display time management process]
52 and 53 are flowcharts showing the first special symbol display time management process executed in S364 of FIG. This first special symbol display time management process is a modification of the first special symbol display time management process executed in S64 of FIG.

  In the first special symbol display time management process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process. Execute (S431). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is the value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management processing (S431: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the processing to S432. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is not the value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process (S431: NO), the main CPU 60 ends this subroutine.

  In S431, when the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is the value (02) indicating the first special symbol display time management process (S431: YES), the first special symbol display is performed. Processing for determining whether or not the value of the post-confirmation waiting time timer corresponding to the management processing is “0” is executed (S432). If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the waiting time timer after determination is “0” (S432: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S433 and determines that the value of the waiting time timer after determination is not “0”. If so (S432: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S433, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not to shift to the special game state based on the first special symbol 221. When the main CPU 60 determines to shift to the special gaming state (S433: YES), it shifts the process to S434, and when it determines not to shift to the special gaming state (S433: NO), it performs the process to S441. Transition.

  In S434, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (03) indicating the special gaming state start interval management process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 in the main RAM 62.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes processing for setting the special gaming state start interval time in the waiting time timer (S435), then executes processing for setting the second special symbol non-change flag (S436), and processing in S437. To migrate. That is, the main CPU 60 keeps the first special symbol 221 in the stop display state during the special gaming state, but does not perform the variable display of the second special symbol 231.

  In S437, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the follow-up notification flag is set. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the follow-up notification flag is set (S437: YES), after executing the process of clearing the follow-up notification flag to forcibly end the follow-up notification (S438). , The process proceeds to S439. At this time, the main CPU 60 transmits a follow-up notification end command to the sub-control circuit 7. As a result, the sub-control circuit 7 determines the effect relating to the follow-up notification, for example, the countdown at the display decoration member 5 and the stop display of the decoration identification information 31 and 32 of the liquid crystal display device 3. On the other hand, when determining that the follow-up notification flag is not set (S437: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S439.

  In S439, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the value of the time reduction counter in the main RAM 62 is “0”. In this process, the main CPU 60 can determine whether or not it is in the time saving gaming state. If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time-count counter is not “0”, the main CPU 60 can determine that it is in the time-short game state, and thus the process proceeds to S440 to clear the time-count counter. In S440, the main CPU 60 performs a process of clearing the value of the time reduction counter in the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine.

  On the other hand, if the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time reduction counter is “0” (S439: YES), it can be determined that the time reduction counter is not in the short time gaming state, so there is no need to clear the time reduction counter. Exit the subroutine.

  If the main CPU 60 determines in S433 not to shift to the special gaming state (S433: NO), as shown in FIG. 53, whether or not to shift to the small hit gaming state based on the first special symbol 221 in S441. The process which determines whether or not is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines to shift to the small hit gaming state (S441: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S442, and when it determines not to shift to the small hit gaming state (S441: NO), to S447. Migrate processing.

  In S442, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (07) indicating the small hit gaming state start interval management process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 in the main RAM 62.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting the small hit gaming state start interval time in the waiting time timer (S443), and then executes a process of setting the second special symbol non-variable flag (S444). Migrate processing. That is, the main CPU 60 keeps the first special symbol 221 in the stop display state during the small hit gaming state, but does not perform the variable display of the second special symbol 231.

  In S445, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the follow-up notification flag is set. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the follow-up notification flag is set (S445: YES), after executing the process of clearing the follow-up notification flag to forcibly terminate the follow-up notification (S446). This subroutine is finished. At this time, the main CPU 60 transmits a follow-up notification end command to the sub-control circuit 7. As a result, the sub-control circuit 7 determines the effect relating to the follow-up notification, for example, the countdown at the display decoration member 5 and the stop display of the decoration identification information 31 and 32 of the liquid crystal display device 3. On the other hand, when determining that the follow-up notification flag is not set (S445: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S447, the main CPU 60 performs a process of setting a value (10) indicating the first special symbol game ending process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 in the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine. .

[Second special symbol display time management process]
54 and 55 are flowcharts showing the second special symbol display time management process executed in S384 of FIG. This second special symbol display time management process is a modification of the second special symbol display time management process executed in S74 of FIG.

  In the second special symbol display time management process, the main CPU 60 first determines whether or not the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process. Execute (S451). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is the value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management processing (S451: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the processing to S452. On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is not the value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process (S451: NO), the main CPU 60 ends this subroutine.

  When the main CPU 60 determines in S451 that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is the value (02) indicating the second special symbol display time management process (S451: YES), the second special symbol display is performed. Processing for determining whether or not the value of the post-confirmation waiting time timer corresponding to the management processing is “0” is executed (S452). When the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the waiting time timer after determination is “0” (S452: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S453 and determines that the value of the waiting time timer after determination is not “0”. If so (S452: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S453, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not to shift to the special game state based on the second special symbol 231. When the main CPU 60 determines to shift to the special game state (S453: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S454, and when it determines not to shift to the special game state (S453: NO), the main CPU 60 performs the process to S461. Transition.

  In S454, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (03) indicating a special gaming state start interval management process in a predetermined area serving as a control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting the special gaming state start interval time in the waiting time timer (S455), and then executes a process of setting the first special symbol non-change flag (S456), and the process proceeds to S457. To migrate. That is, the main CPU 60 keeps the second special symbol 231 in the stop display state during the special gaming state, but does not perform the variable display of the first special symbol 221.

  In S457, the main CPU 60 executes a process for determining whether or not the follow-up notification flag is set. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the follow-up notification flag is set (S457: YES), after executing the process of clearing the follow-up notification flag to forcibly end the follow-up notification (S458). , The process proceeds to S459. At this time, the main CPU 60 transmits a follow-up notification end command to the sub-control circuit 7. As a result, the sub-control circuit 7 determines the effect relating to the follow-up notification, for example, the countdown at the display decoration member 5 and the stop display of the decoration identification information 31 and 32 of the liquid crystal display device 3. On the other hand, when determining that the follow-up notification flag is not set (S457: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S459.

  In S459, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the value of the time reduction counter in the main RAM 62 is “0”. In this process, the main CPU 60 can determine whether or not it is in the time saving gaming state. If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time-count counter is not “0”, the main CPU 60 can determine that it is a time-short game state, and thus the process proceeds to S460 in order to clear the time-count counter. In S460, the main CPU 60 performs processing for clearing the value of the time-count counter in the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the hour / times counter is “0” (S459: YES), it can be determined that the hour / times counter is not in the short-time gaming state. Exit the subroutine.

  If the main CPU 60 determines in S453 not to shift to the special gaming state (S453: NO), as shown in FIG. 55, whether or not to shift to the small hit gaming state based on the second special symbol 231 in S461. The process which determines whether or not is executed. When the main CPU 60 determines to shift to the small hit gaming state (S461: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S462, and when it determines not to shift to the small hit gaming state (S461: NO), to S467. Migrate processing.

  In S462, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (07) indicating the small hit gaming state start interval management process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting the small hit gaming state start interval time in the waiting time timer (S463), and then executes a process of setting the first special symbol non-change flag (S464). Migrate processing. That is, the main CPU 60 maintains the stopped display state of the second special symbol 231 during the small hit gaming state, but does not perform the variable display of the first special symbol 221.

  In S465, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the follow-up notification flag is set. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the follow-up notification flag is set (S465: YES), after executing the process of clearing the follow-up notification flag to forcibly end the follow-up notification (S466). This subroutine is finished. At this time, the main CPU 60 transmits a follow-up notification end command to the sub-control circuit 7. As a result, the sub-control circuit 7 determines the effect relating to the follow-up notification, for example, the countdown at the display decoration member 5 and the stop display of the decoration identification information 31 and 32 of the liquid crystal display device 3. On the other hand, when determining that the follow-up notification flag is not set (S465: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S467, the main CPU 60 performs a process of setting a value (10) indicating the second special symbol game ending process in a predetermined area serving as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 in the main RAM 62, and ends this subroutine. .

[Small hit gaming state start interval management processing]
FIG. 56 is a flowchart showing the small hit gaming state start interval management process executed in S369 of FIG. 47 and S389 of FIG.

  In this small hit gaming state start interval management process, first, the main CPU 60 determines whether the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is a value (07) indicating the small hit gaming state start interval management process. The process which determines whether is performed (S471). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is a value (07) indicating the small hit gaming state start interval management process (S471: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S472. On the other hand, when determining that the control state flag is not the value (07) indicating the small hit gaming state start interval management process (S471: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the present subroutine.

  In S472, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the value of the waiting time timer corresponding to the small hit gaming state start interval management process is “0”. In this process, when the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is “0” (S472: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to the process of S473 and determines that the value of the waiting time timer is not “0”. (S472: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S473, the main CPU 60 executes a special winning opening opening preparation process. In this process, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting the upper limit value of the special winning opening opening number counter in the main RAM 62. The number of times of opening the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state is set as appropriate, and may be one or more times. However, in the case of a small hit corresponding to the first special symbol 221, the number of times of opening the first big prize opening 16A is defined, while the number of times of opening the second big prize opening 16B is set to “0”. On the other hand, in the case of a small hit corresponding to the second special symbol 231, the number of times of opening the second big prize opening 16 </ b> B is defined, while the number of times of opening the first big prize opening 16 </ b> A is set to “0”. The

  Next, the main CPU 60 assigns a value (08) indicating processing during the big winning opening in the small hit gaming state to a predetermined area functioning as a control state flag in the main RAM 62 in the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231. After the processing for setting the control status flag is performed (S474), the processing for setting the large winning opening opening time timer for opening the large winning opening opening upper limit time is executed (S475), and this subroutine is terminated.

[Processing during opening of the first big prize opening in the small hit gaming state]
FIG. 57 is a flowchart showing the small hit gaming state first big winning opening opening process executed in S370 of FIG.

  In the small hit gaming state first big winning opening opening process, the main CPU 60 first sets the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 to a value (08) indicating the small hit gaming state first big winning opening open process. The process which determines whether or not is performed (S481). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is the value (08) indicating the small hit gaming state first big winning opening opening process (S481: YES), the process proceeds to S482. If the process proceeds and it is determined that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is not the value (08) indicating the small hit gaming state first big winning opening opening process (S481: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S482, the main CPU 60 executes a first grand prize opening opening process. In this process, the main CPU 60 executes the process of driving the first shutter 17A by controlling the first big prize winning solenoid 171.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the number of reactions (the number of winning game balls) at the first count sensor 161 corresponding to the first big winning opening 16A is 9 or more (S483). In this process, if the main CPU 60 does not determine that the number of reactions at the first count sensor 161 is 9 or more (S483: NO), the process proceeds to S484.

  In S484, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the opening time timer of the first big winning opening 16A is “0”. In this process, when the main CPU 60 does not determine that the opening time timer is “0” (S484: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S483.

  In the processing of S483 and S484, the main CPU 60 determines that the number of reactions in the first count sensor 161 is 9 or more (S483: YES) or until it determines that the open time timer is “0” (S484: YES), repeatedly executed.

  When the main CPU 60 determines that the number of reactions at the first count sensor 161 is 9 or more (S483: YES), or when the open time timer is determined to be “0” (S484: YES), A first big prize opening closing process is executed (S485). In this process, the main CPU 60 controls the first big prize opening solenoid 171 to drive the first shutter 17A to close the first big prize opening 16A.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs processing for setting the value (09) indicating the small hit gaming state end interval processing in the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 (S486), and then waits for the remaining ball check processing time to wait. Processing for setting the timer is executed (S487), and this subroutine is terminated.

[Processing during opening of second big prize opening in small hit gaming state]
FIG. 58 is a flowchart showing the small hit gaming state second big prize opening opening process executed in S390 of FIG.

  In the small hit gaming state second big winning opening opening process, the main CPU 60 first sets the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 to a value (08) indicating the small hit gaming state second big winning opening open process. The process which determines whether or not is performed (S491). If the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (08) indicating that the small hit gaming state second big winning opening is being opened (S491: YES), the process proceeds to S492. If the process proceeds and it is determined that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is not the value (08) indicating the small hit gaming state second big winning opening opening process (S491: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S492, the main CPU 60 executes a second big prize opening opening process. In this process, the main CPU 60 executes a process of driving the second shutter 17B by controlling the second big prize winning solenoid 172.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the number of reactions (the number of winning game balls) at the second count sensor 162 corresponding to the second big winning opening 16B is 9 or more (S493). In this process, when the main CPU 60 does not determine that the number of reactions at the second count sensor 162 is 9 or more (S493: NO), the process proceeds to S494.

  In S494, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the opening time timer of the second big prize opening 16B is “0”. In this process, when the main CPU 60 does not determine that the opening time timer is “0” (S494: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S493.

  In the processes of S493 and S494, the main CPU 60 determines that the number of reactions at the second count sensor 162 is 9 or more (S493: YES) or until it determines that the open time timer is “0” (S494: YES), repeatedly executed.

  When the main CPU 60 determines that the number of reactions at the second count sensor 162 is 9 or more (S493: YES), or when the open time timer is determined to be “0” (S494: YES), A second big prize opening closing process is executed (S495). In this process, the main CPU 60 controls the second big prize opening solenoid 172 to drive the second shutter 17B to close the second big prize opening 16B.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs processing for setting the value (09) indicating the small hit gaming state end interval processing in the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 (S496), and then waits for the remaining ball check processing time to wait. Processing for setting the timer is executed (S497), and this subroutine is terminated.

[Small hit gaming state end interval processing]
FIG. 59 is a flowchart showing the small hit gaming state end interval process executed in S371 of FIG. 47 and S391 of FIG.

  In the small hit gaming state end interval process, first, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 or the second special symbol 231 is a value (09) indicating the small hit gaming state end interval process. A determination process is executed (S501). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag is a value (09) indicating the small hit gaming state end interval process (S501: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S502 and performs the small hit gaming state end interval process. If it is determined that the value is not (09) (S501: NO), this subroutine is terminated.

  In S502, the main CPU 60 executes the first check until the waiting time set as the remaining ball check time elapses after executing the residual ball check process of the big winning opening in which the small hit gaming state is executed (S503: YES). Residual ball check processing is executed for the big winning opening 16A or the second big winning opening 16B (S502, S503: NO).

  When the remaining ball check process is completed (S503: YES), the main CPU 60 clears the reaction number counter of the count sensor 161 or 162 corresponding to the opened big winning opening 16A or 16B (S504), and the small hit game A process of setting a control state flag having a value (10) indicating an end process of the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game displaying the special symbol from which the state is derived is executed (S505), and this subroutine is ended.

[First special symbol game end processing]
FIG. 60 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol game end process executed in S372 of FIG. This first special symbol game end process is a modification of the first special symbol game end process executed in S69 of FIG.

  In the first special symbol game end process, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of determining whether or not the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (10) indicating the first special symbol game end process. (S601). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 is a value (10) indicating the first special symbol game end processing (S601: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the processing to S602, and controls the control state. When it is determined that the flag is not the value (10) indicating the first special symbol game end process (S601: NO), this subroutine is ended.

  In step S <b> 602, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is “0”. If the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time-saving counter is “0” (S602: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S604, and determines that the value of the time-saving game is not “0”. (S602: NO), a process of subtracting "1" from the time reduction counter is executed (S603).

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the first special symbol game is a first special symbol game from which a special bonus game state is derived (S604). If the main CPU 60 determines that it is not the first special symbol game from which the special game state of the big jackpot is derived (S604: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S606, and derives the special game state of the normal jackpot. If it is determined that the game is a special symbol game (S604: YES), the number of time reductions corresponding to the derived special game state (normal jackpot) is added to the time reduction number counter (S605). Specifically, when the derived special symbol is “D” or “I” corresponding to 4R normal jackpot, “50”, “30”, and “20” are set in the time-count counter according to the obtained random number. Set either one. Thereafter, the process proceeds to S606.

  In S606, the main CPU 60 executes processing for updating the specific short time counter. In this process, the main CPU 60 updates the specific short time counter used when the special game state derived in the first special symbol game is a probability variation big hit. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 42, the main CPU 60 has “A”, “B”, “C”, “F”, “G”, or “H” corresponding to the probability variation jackpot. In this case, a process is performed to set the specific short time counter to infinity (until the next special gaming state is derived), and when the derived special symbol is “D” or “I” corresponding to 4R normal big hit Then, a process of clearing the specific short time counter is performed. In the case of “E” or “J” corresponding to the small hit, the game state returns to the original game state after the end of the small hit game state, and therefore the number of times is not updated.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the second special symbol non-change flag (see S444 in FIG. 53) is set (S607). If the main CPU 60 determines that the second special symbol non-change flag is not set (S607: NO), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S609 and determines that the second special symbol non-change flag is set. In this case (S607: YES), after executing the process of clearing the second special symbol non-change flag (S608), the process proceeds to S609.

  In S609, the main CPU 60 executes other processing. Specifically, the main CPU 60 stores and updates the data (first special symbol start storage information) indicating the number of holdings corresponding to the first special symbol 221 so as to decrease by “1”, and stores the data in the first special symbol storage area. Update. In this process, if the first special symbol game is in the special gaming state (probability big hit) or the small hit gaming state, the special symbol information (derived special symbol) in the first special symbol game and the first special game The random number for determining the variation time used in the symbol game is stored and held in the main RAM 62 until a special gaming state (probability variation big hit) or a small hit gaming state is derived next.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (00) indicating the first special symbol storage check in the main RAM 62 as the control state flag of the first special symbol 221 (S610), and ends this subroutine.

[Second special symbol game end processing]
FIG. 61 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol game end process executed in S392 of FIG. This second special symbol game end process is a modification of the first special symbol game end process executed in S79 of FIG.

  In this second special symbol game end process, the main CPU 60 first executes a process of determining whether or not the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is a value (10) indicating the second special symbol game end process. (S621). When the main CPU 60 determines that the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 is the value (10) indicating the first special symbol game end processing (S621: YES), the main CPU 60 shifts the processing to S622 and controls the control state. When it is determined that the flag is not the value (10) indicating the second special symbol game end process (S621: NO), this subroutine is ended.

  In S622, the main CPU 60 executes processing for determining whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is “0”. When the main CPU 60 determines that the value of the time-saving counter is “0” (S622: YES), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S624, and determines that the value of the time-saving game is not “0”. (S622: NO), a process of subtracting “1” from the time-count counter is executed (S623).

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of determining whether or not the second special symbol game is a second special symbol game in which a special game state of a big jackpot is derived (S624). If the main CPU 60 determines that the game is not the second special symbol game from which the normal big hit special gaming state is derived (S624: NO), the main CPU 60 shifts the process to S626 and derives the normal big hit special gaming state. If it is determined that the game is a special symbol game (S624: YES), the number of time reductions corresponding to the derived special game state (usually big hit) is added to the time reduction number counter (S625). Specifically, when the derived symbol is “d” or “i” corresponding to the 4R normal jackpot, any one of “50”, “30”, and “20” is set in the time-count counter according to the obtained random number. Set it. Thereafter, the process proceeds to S626.

  In S626, the main CPU 60 executes processing for updating the specific short time counter. In this process, the main CPU 60 updates the specific short time counter used when the special gaming state derived in the second special symbol game is a probability variation big hit. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 44, the main CPU 60 has “a”, “b”, “c”, “f”, “g”, or “h” corresponding to the probability variation jackpot. In this case, the processing is performed to set the specific short time counter to infinity (until the next special game state is derived), and when the derived special symbol is “d” or “i” corresponding to the 4R normal jackpot Then, a process of clearing the specific short time counter is performed. In the case of “e” or “j” corresponding to the small hit, since the game state returns to the original game state after the end of the small hit game state, the number of time reductions is not updated.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the first special symbol non-change flag (see S464 in FIG. 55) is set (S627). If the main CPU 60 determines that the first special symbol non-change flag is not set (S627: NO), the main CPU 60 proceeds to S629 and determines that the first special symbol non-change flag is set. In this case (S627: YES), after executing the process of clearing the first special symbol non-change flag (S628), the process proceeds to S629.

  In S629, the main CPU 60 executes other processing. Specifically, the main CPU 60 stores and updates data indicating the number of holdings corresponding to the second special symbol 231 (second special symbol start storage information) so as to decrease by “1”, and stores the second special symbol storage area. Update. In this process, if the second special symbol game is in the special gaming state (probability big hit) or the small hit gaming state, the special symbol information (derived special symbol) in the second special symbol game and the second special game The random number for determining the variation time used in the symbol game is stored and held in the main RAM 62 until a special gaming state (probability variation big hit) or a small hit gaming state is derived next.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a process of setting a value (00) indicating the second special symbol storage check in the main RAM 62 as the control state flag of the second special symbol 231 (S630), and ends this subroutine.

  As another embodiment of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention, the processing described below may be executed. Hereinafter, a processing flow and a temporal flow in other embodiments will be described with reference to the drawings. Note that components that are the same as or similar to those in the above-described embodiment are appropriately assigned the same reference numerals, and descriptions thereof are omitted.

<Description of main control circuit operation>
A processing flow of a program executed by the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 will be described with reference to FIGS.

[Main processing]
First, main processing by the control of the main CPU 60 will be described with reference to FIGS.

  When the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, first, the main CPU 60 performs a watchdog timer disable process (S1001). In this process, the watchdog timer value is reset.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs input / output port setting processing (S1002). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not it is in a power interruption detection state (S1003). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the power interruption detection signal is HI (high level). When the power interruption detection signal is HI, it is determined that the power interruption detection state is set, and when the power interruption detection signal is not HI, it is determined that the power interruption detection state is not set.

  When it is determined in the processing of S1003 that the power interruption detection state is present (S1003: YES), the main CPU 60 repeats the processing of S1003. On the other hand, when it is determined in the process of S1003 that the power interruption detection state is not set (S1003: NO), the main CPU 60 performs a sub-control reception acceptance wait process (S1004). In this process, the main CPU 60 performs a process of waiting until the sub control circuit 7 receives a signal.

  Next, the main CPU 60 permits writing to the RAM (S1005). In this processing, the main CPU 60 performs processing for permitting writing to the main RAM 62. Subsequently, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the backup clear switch 80 (see FIG. 4) is on (S1006).

  When it is determined in the processing of S1006 that the backup clear switch 80 is not on (S1006: NO), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not there is a power interruption detection flag (S1007). When it is determined that there is a power interruption detection flag (S1007: YES), the main CPU 60 calculates a work damage check value (S1008). In this process, the main CPU 60 performs a damage check on the work area and calculates a work damage check value.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the work damage check value is a normal value (S1009). When it is determined that the work damage check value is a normal value (S1009: YES), the main CPU 60 sets 7FFEH in the stack pointer (S1010). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 performs initial setting of the work area at the time of power recovery (S1011).

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a high probability gaming state display notification process at the time of power recovery (S1012). In this process, the main CPU 60 notifies that the game state at the time of power recovery is a probability change gaming state at the time of power recovery when the special symbol game jackpot probability is a high probability game state (probability variable game state). The display to be displayed is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 3. Note that the notification display may be configured to end at the beginning or end of the first fluctuation after power-on (power recovery).

  Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets a command for power recovery (S1013). In this process, the main CPU 60 stores a command for returning to the gaming state at the time of power interruption in the main RAM 62. The command for returning to the gaming state at the time of power interruption stored in the main RAM 62 is then transmitted to the sub-control circuit 7.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs initial setting of CPU peripheral devices (S1014). When this process ends, the program address returns to the address before the power interruption. That is, it returns to the program address indicated by the program counter returned from the stack area.

  When it is determined in step S1006 that the backup clear switch 80 is on (S1006: YES), in step S1007, it is determined that there is no power failure detection flag (S1007: NO), or in step S1009, a work damage check is performed. When determining that the value is not normal (S1009: NO), the main CPU 60 sets 8000H in the stack pointer (S1015).

  Next, the main CPU 60 acquires initial values of random numbers related to jackpot determination (S1016). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 clears the entire work area (S1017). Then, the main CPU 60 sets initial values of random numbers related to jackpot determination (S1018).

  Thereafter, the main CPU 60 performs initial setting of the work area at the time of initialization of the RAM (S1019). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets a command for initializing the RAM (S1020). That is, the RAM initialization command is stored in the main RAM 62. The RAM initialization command stored in the main RAM 62 is then transmitted to the sub-control circuit 7.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs initial setting of CPU peripheral devices (S1021). Then, the system timer interrupt process is prohibited (S1022). The system timer interrupt process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Subsequently, the main CPU 60 updates the initial value random number (S1023). That is, the initial random number counter value is updated. Thereafter, the main CPU 60 permits the system timer interrupt process (S1024). Next, the main CPU 60 updates the effect random number (S1025). That is, the effect random number counter value is updated.

  Next, the main CPU 60 refers to the system timer monitoring timer value stored in the main RAM 62, and determines whether or not the system timer monitoring timer value is 3 or more (S1026). When it is determined that the system timer monitoring timer value is 3 or more (S1026: YES), the main CPU 60 subtracts 3 from the system timer monitoring timer value (S1027).

  Thereafter, the main CPU 60 performs a first special symbol control process (S1028), and subsequently performs a second special symbol control process (S1029). In these processes, the main CPU 60 extracts a jackpot determination random number value and a winning symbol determination random number value in accordance with the detection signals from the first start port entrance sensor 141 and the second start port entrance sensor 142. Then, a special symbol lottery is performed with reference to any of a plurality of hit determination tables described later stored in the main ROM 61. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not a big win is won in the special symbol lottery, and the determination result is stored in the main RAM 62.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a normal symbol control process (S1030). In this process, the main CPU 60 extracts a random value in accordance with the detection signal from the passing ball sensor 151. Then, referring to the normal symbol hit determination table stored in the main ROM 61, the normal symbol lottery is performed. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol lottery is won, and the determination result is stored in the main RAM 62. Note that, when a win is won in the normal symbol lottery, the pair of blade members 143 as the normal electric accessory is in an open state, and it becomes easy for the game ball to win (win) in the second start port 14B.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a symbol display device control process (S1031). In this processing, the main CPU 60 stores a control signal for driving the first special symbol display device 22 or the second special symbol display device 23 and the normal symbol display device 20 in the main RAM 62. This control signal is generated based on the results of the first special symbol control process and the second special symbol control process stored in the main RAM 62 in the processes of S1028 to S1030 and the result of the normal symbol control process. Thereafter, the main CPU 60 transmits the control signal stored in the main RAM 62 to the first special symbol display device 22, the second special symbol display device 23, and the normal symbol display device 20. The first special symbol display device 22 or the second special symbol display device 23 variably displays the special symbol based on the received control signal, and then stops the special symbol. The normal symbol display device 20 variably displays the normal symbol based on the received control signal, and then stops the normal symbol.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs game information data generation processing (S1032). In this process, the main CPU 60 generates data relating to game information signals to be transmitted to the base computer or the hall computer and stores the data in the main RAM 62.

  Subsequently, the main CPU 60 performs symbol reservation number data generation processing (S1033). In this process, the main CPU 60 stores in the main RAM 62 control signals for driving the first special symbol hold display device 24, the second special symbol hold display device 25, and the normal symbol hold display device 21. This control signal is a detection signal from the first start-entrance ball sensor 141, the second start-entrance ball sensor 142, and the passing ball sensor 151, and execution of fluctuation display of the first and second special symbols and the normal symbol. It is generated based on the update result of the pending number data that is updated according to.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs port output processing (S1034). In this process, the main CPU 60 outputs the control signals stored in the main RAM 62 from the respective ports in the processes of S1031, S1032, and S1033 described above. Specifically, power is supplied to an LED power source (common signal) for turning on the LED and a normal electric accessory solenoid 144 that opens and closes the pair of blade members 143 in the second big prize opening 16B.

  Thereafter, the main CPU 60 performs a winning mouth related command control process (S1035). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 performs a payout process (S1036). In this process, the main CPU 60 checks whether or not a game ball has won the first grand prize opening 16A, the second big prize opening 16B, the first starting opening 14A, the second starting opening 14B, and the general winning opening 18. Do. If there is a winning, a payout request command corresponding to each win is sent to the payout / firing control circuit 81.

[First special symbol control process]
Next, the first special symbol control process performed in S1028 of the main process (see FIG. 63) will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the main CPU 60 loads the control state flag stored in the main RAM 62 (S1041). That is, the main CPU 60 reads the control state flag from the main RAM 62.

  In FIG. 64, numerical values shown below S1042 to S1049 represent control state flags corresponding to those steps. This control state flag is stored in a storage area that functions as a control state flag in the main RAM 62. The main CPU 60 advances the first special symbol game by executing each step corresponding to the numerical value of the control state flag.

  The main CPU 60 determines whether or not to execute various processes of S1042 to S1049 based on the value of the control state flag. The control state flag indicates the game state of the first special symbol game, and enables one of the processes from step S1042 to step S1049 to be executed.

  Further, the main CPU 60 executes the processing of each step at a predetermined timing determined according to a waiting time timer set for each step of S1042 to S1049. Before reaching the predetermined timing, other subroutines are executed without executing the processing of each step. Of course, the system timer interrupt process is also executed at a predetermined cycle.

  When the process of S1041 ends, the main CPU 60 performs a first special symbol storage check process (S1042). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets a value “01H” indicating the first special symbol variation time management in the control state flag. Then, a hit determination, determination of the first special symbol, determination of the variation pattern of the first special symbol, determination of the variation time of the first special symbol, and the like are performed.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a first special symbol variation time management process (S1043). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets the value “02H” indicating the first special symbol display time management in the control state flag when the variation time of the first special symbol has elapsed.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a first special symbol display time management process (S1044). In this process, when the result of the hit determination is a big hit, the main CPU 60 sets a value “03H” indicating the hit start interval management in the control state flag. Further, when the result of the hit determination is not a big win, the main CPU 60 sets a value “07H” indicating the end of the first special symbol game in the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a hit start interval management process (S1045). In this process, when the time corresponding to the hit start interval has elapsed, the main CPU 60 sets a value “04H” indicating that the special winning opening is open in the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a waiting time management process before reopening the big winning opening (S1046). In this process, when the time corresponding to the interval between rounds has elapsed, the main CPU 60 sets a value “04H” indicating that the special winning opening is open to the control state flag. Thus, in this embodiment, the interval between rounds is applied.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a special winning opening release process (S1047). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets a value “05H” indicating the waiting time management before reopening of the big winning opening in the control state flag when the number of opening of the big winning opening has not reached the upper limit. Further, when the number of times the special winning opening is opened reaches the upper limit value, a value “06H” indicating the hit end interval is set in the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a hit end interval process (S1048). In this process, when the time corresponding to the hit end interval has elapsed, the main CPU 60 sets a value “07H” indicating the end of the first special symbol game in the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a first special symbol game end process (S1049). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets a value “00H” indicating the first special symbol storage check in the control state flag.

  As described above, the first special symbol game using the first special symbol display device 22 is executed by setting the control state flag. Specifically, when it is not the big hit gaming state and the result of the hit determination is a loss, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flags in the order of “00H”, “01H”, “02H”, “07H”. set. Thereby, the main CPU 60 executes the processes of S1042, S1043, S1044, and S1049 at a predetermined timing.

  Further, when it is not a big hit gaming state and the result of the hit determination is a big hit, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flags in the order of “00H”, “01H”, “02H”, “03H”. Thereby, the main CPU 60 executes the processing of S1042, S1043, S1044, and S1045 at a predetermined timing, and executes control to the big hit or small hit gaming state.

  When executing control to the big hit gaming state, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag in the order of “04H” and “05H”. Thereby, the main CPU 60 executes the processing of S1047 and S1046 at a predetermined timing, and executes the big hit game.

  When the big hit game end condition is satisfied, the main CPU 60 sets “04H”, “06H”, and “07H” in this order. Thereby, the main CPU 60 executes the processes of step S1046, step S1048, and step S1049 at a predetermined timing, and ends the big hit game. Thus, the first special symbol control process branches the process according to the status.

[Second special symbol control process]
Next, the second special symbol control process performed in S1029 of the main process (see FIG. 63) will be described with reference to FIG. The second special symbol control process is also configured by the same steps as the first special symbol control process described above.

  First, the main CPU 60 loads the control state flag stored in the main RAM 62 (S1051). That is, the main CPU 60 reads the control state flag from the main RAM 62.

  In FIG. 65, the numerical values shown below S1052 to S1059 represent the control state flags corresponding to those steps. This control state flag is stored in a storage area that functions as a control state flag in the main RAM 62. The main CPU 60 advances the second special symbol game by executing each step corresponding to the numerical value of the control state flag.

  The main CPU 60 determines whether or not to execute various processes of S1052 to S1059 based on the value of the control state flag. The control state flag indicates the game state of the second special symbol game, and enables one of the processes from step S1052 to step S1059 to be executed.

  Further, the main CPU 60 executes the process of each step at a predetermined timing determined according to a waiting time timer set for each step of S1052 to S1059. Before reaching the predetermined timing, other subroutines are executed without executing the processing of each step. Of course, the system timer interrupt process is also executed at a predetermined cycle.

  When the process of S1051 ends, the main CPU 60 performs a second special symbol memory check process (S1052). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets a value “01H” indicating the second special symbol variation time management in the control state flag. Then, a hit determination, determination of the second special symbol, determination of the variation pattern of the second special symbol, determination of the variation time of the second special symbol, and the like are performed.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a second special symbol variation time management process (S1053). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets the value “02H” indicating the second special symbol display time management in the control state flag when the variation time of the second special symbol has elapsed.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a second special symbol display time management process (S1054). In this process, when the result of the hit determination is a big hit, the main CPU 60 sets a value “03H” indicating the hit start interval management in the control state flag. Further, when the result of the hit determination is not a big win, the main CPU 60 sets a value “07H” indicating the end of the second special symbol game in the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a hit start interval management process (S1055). In this process, when the time corresponding to the hit start interval has elapsed, the main CPU 60 sets a value “04H” indicating that the special winning opening is open in the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a waiting time management process before reopening the big winning opening (S1056). In this process, when the time corresponding to the interval between rounds has elapsed, the main CPU 60 sets a value “04H” indicating that the special winning opening is open to the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a special winning opening release process (S1057). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets a value “05H” indicating the waiting time management before reopening of the big winning opening in the control state flag when the number of opening of the big winning opening has not reached the upper limit. Further, when the number of times the special winning opening is opened reaches the upper limit value, a value “06H” indicating the hit end interval is set in the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a hit end interval process (S1058). In this process, when the time corresponding to the hit end interval has elapsed, the main CPU 60 sets a value “07H” indicating the end of the second special symbol game in the control state flag.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a second special symbol game end process (S1059). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets a value “00H” indicating a special symbol storage check in the control state flag.

  As described above, the second special symbol game using the second special symbol display device 23 is executed by setting the control state flag. Specifically, when it is not the big hit gaming state and the result of the hit determination is a loss, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flags in the order of “00H”, “01H”, “02H”, “07H”. set. Thereby, the main CPU 60 executes the processes of S1052, S1053, S1054, and S1059 at a predetermined timing.

  Further, when it is not a big hit gaming state and the result of the hit determination is a big hit, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flags in the order of “00H”, “01H”, “02H”, “03H”. Thereby, the main CPU 60 executes the processing of S1052, S1053, S1054, and S1055 at a predetermined timing, and executes control to the big hit or small hit gaming state.

  When executing control to the big hit gaming state, the main CPU 60 sets the control state flag in the order of “04H” and “05H”. Thereby, the main CPU 60 executes the processes of S1057 and S1056 at a predetermined timing, and executes the big hit game.

  When the big hit game end condition is satisfied, the main CPU 60 sets “04H”, “06H”, and “07H” in this order. Thereby, the main CPU 60 executes the processes of step S1056, step S1058, and step S1059 at a predetermined timing, and ends the big hit game.

  As described above, also in the second special symbol control process, the process is branched according to the status. In addition, although detailed illustration description is abbreviate | omitted, also in a normal symbol control process (S1030 of FIG. 63), a process is branched according to a status similarly to a 1st special symbol control process and a 2nd special symbol control process. Yes.

  The program of the present embodiment is programmed so that a pure return process from the small module to the parent module is possible with a call instruction when the process is branched according to the status. As a result, the capacity of the program can be reduced as compared with the case where the jump table is arranged.

[Special symbol memory check processing]
Next, the special symbol memory check process performed in S1042 and S1052 of the first special symbol control process and the second special symbol control process will be described with reference to FIG. The special symbol memory check process described below will be described as being applied to the first special symbol control process unless otherwise specified. The special symbol memory check process applied to the second special symbol control process is the same as that applied to the first special symbol control process, and the processing contents are all read as "first" as "second". Therefore, the description thereof is omitted.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag is “00H”, which is a value indicating the special symbol storage check process (S1061). When it is determined that the control state flag is not “00H” (S1061: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol storage check process and shifts the process to the first special symbol control process.

  When it is determined in the process of S1061 that the control state flag is “00H” (S1061: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not there is a start memory of the first special symbol game (S1062).

  In the process of S1062, the main CPU 60 determines whether data is stored in the first special symbol start storage areas (0) to (4) provided in the main RAM 62. If data is stored in the first special symbol start storage areas (0) to (4), the main CPU 60 determines that there is a start storage of the first special symbol game. On the other hand, if no data is stored in any special symbol start storage area, the main CPU 60 determines that there is no start memory of the first special symbol game.

  In the first special symbol start storage area (0), data (information) of the special symbol game corresponding to the changing first special symbol is stored as the start memory. In the first special symbol start storage areas (1) to (4), special symbol game data (information) corresponding to the four first special symbols held is stored as start memory.

  The first special symbol start storage areas (1) to (4) show a specific example of the hold information storage means according to the gaming machine of the present invention. In addition, the fact that the data (information) of the first special symbol game is stored as the start memory in the first special symbol start storage area (0) is one specific example that the lottery start condition is established in the gaming machine of the present invention. Indicates. The main RAM 62 according to the present embodiment is also provided with second special symbol start storage areas (0) to (4) as in the first special symbol start storage areas (0) to (4).

  In the process of S1062, when it is determined that there is no start memory of the first special symbol game (S1062: NO), the main CPU 60 performs a demonstration display process (S1063). Thereafter, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol storage check process, and moves the process to a first special symbol control process.

  In the demonstration display process, the main CPU 60 sets a demonstration display permission value in the main RAM 62. In other words, the main CPU 60 maintains the state in which the start memory of the first special symbol game (the special symbol start storage area in which the jackpot determination random number is stored) is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds). Then, a predetermined value is set as the demonstration display permission value.

  Further, the main CPU 60 sets demo display command data in the main RAM 62 when the demo display permission value is a predetermined value. The demo display command data is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7. When receiving the demonstration display command data, the sub control circuit 7 displays a demonstration screen on the liquid crystal display device 3.

  When it is determined in the process of S1062 that the first special symbol game has been started (S1062: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the first special symbol invariant flag is set (S1064). Note that the first special symbol non-variable flag in the present embodiment can be set in the special symbol display time management process related to the second special symbol, and shifts to a special gaming state (big hit gaming state) based on the second special symbol. Set when In the following description, since the special symbol display time management process related to the second special symbol is omitted, the description related to the process of setting the first special symbol non-change flag is also omitted.

  When it is determined in the process of S1064 that the first special symbol non-variation flag is set (S1064: YES), the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol memory check process and shifts the process to the first special symbol control process. . On the other hand, when determining that the first special symbol non-change flag is not set (S1064: NO), the main CPU 60 sets a value “01H” indicating the special symbol change time management to the control state flag (S1065). Next, the main CPU 60 performs special symbol memory transfer processing (S1066).

  In the special symbol memory transfer process, the main CPU 60 corresponds to the first special symbol to be variably displayed, and each of the data of the first special symbol start memory areas (1) to (4) is stored in the first special symbol start memory area ( Shift (store) from 0) to (3).

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs a big hit determination process (S1067). This jackpot determination process corresponds to the transfer lottery means according to the gaming machine of the present invention. In this process, the main CPU 60 reads the high probability flag, and selects one hit determination table from a plurality of hit determination tables based on the read high probability flag. The plurality of hit determination tables differ in the number of determination values that are jackpots (values of acquired random numbers that are jackpots).

  When the high probability flag has a predetermined value, the main CPU 60 selects a high probability hit determination table with a large number of jackpot determination values, and when the high probability flag is not a predetermined value, the number of jackpot determination values The hit judgment table with the smaller number is selected. Thereby, when the gaming state flag is a predetermined value, that is, when the gaming state is a high probability state (probability variation gaming state), it is a big hit than when it is a low probability state (normal gaming state, short-time gaming state) The probability of transitioning to the gaming state increases. As described above, the plurality of hit determination tables in the present embodiment are not particularly illustrated, but are different from the hit determination tables shown in FIGS. 8 and 10 described above and are particularly bound to the first special symbol and the second special symbol. In other words, the jackpot probability is defined so as to differ depending on the value of the high probability flag.

  Thereafter, the main CPU 60 refers to the jackpot determination random number value extracted at the time of the first special symbol start winning prize and set in the first special symbol start storage area (0) and the selected hit determination table. . Then, the main CPU 60 determines that it is a big hit when the big hit determination random number value matches the big hit determination value.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs special symbol determination processing (S1068). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines a big hit symbol as a derived special symbol of the first special symbol when the result of the hit determination is a big hit. On the other hand, when the result of the hit determination is not a big win (in the case of a loss), the main CPU 60 determines a lost symbol as a derived special symbol of the first special symbol.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs special symbol variation pattern determination processing (S1069). In this process, the main CPU 60 selects the variation time determination table (see FIG. 12) of the above-described embodiment based on the result of the jackpot determination determined in the process of step S1067. Then, the main CPU 60 refers to the selected variation time determination table, determines a variation pattern including the variation time based on the gaming state, the derived special symbol, and the acquired random time value for variation time determination, and determines a predetermined area of the main RAM 62. To store.

  Data indicating the variation pattern stored in the main RAM 62 is supplied to the first special symbol display device 22. Thereby, the first special symbol display device 22 displays the special symbol in a variable manner with the determined variation pattern, and then stops and displays the derived special symbol as the first special symbol determined in the process of S1068.

  Data indicating the variation pattern stored in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 as a variation pattern command. The sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 determines the contents of the effect display based on the received variation pattern command, and executes the effect display.

  Next, the main CPU 60 performs special symbol variation time setting processing (S1070). In this processing, the main CPU 60 sets the variation time corresponding to the determined variation pattern of the first special symbol in the first timer, and clears the storage area used for the current variation display. In the first timer according to the present embodiment, in addition to the variation time corresponding to the variation pattern of the first special symbol, a variation start waiting time, a hit start interval time, a winning opening opening time, an interval time between rounds, which will be described later, The hit end interval time and the like are set at an appropriate timing.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a special symbol effect start command in the main RAM 62 (S1071). The special symbol effect start command is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7. The sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 performs control for starting the presentation based on the received special symbol presentation start command.

  Next, the main CPU 60 clears the value of the first special symbol start storage area (0) used for the current variation display (S1072). When the process of S1072 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol storage check process for the first special symbol, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process. The special symbol storage check process for the second special symbol is the same.

[Special symbol determination processing]
Next, the special symbol determination process performed in S1068 of the special symbol memory check process (see FIG. 66) will be described with reference to FIG. The special symbol determination process described below relates to the first special symbol, but the special symbol determination process related to the second special symbol is the same.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the result of the jackpot determination process (S1067 in FIG. 66) is a jackpot (S1091).

  When it is determined in the process of S1091 that the result of the big hit determination process is a big hit (S1091: YES), the main CPU 60 determines the big hit in the first special symbol based on the random number value for symbol determination extracted from the symbol determination counter. The symbol is determined (S1092). Thereafter, the main CPU 60 sets the jackpot symbol data in the determined first special symbol, and sets the jackpot symbol command (S1093).

  In the processing of S1093, the main CPU 60 sets the big hit symbol data in the first special symbol in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62 and supplies it to the first special symbol display device 22. The first special symbol display device 22 variably displays the first special symbol, and stops and displays the first special symbol in a manner based on the jackpot symbol data of the first special symbol.

  The jackpot symbol command in the first special symbol set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 as a special symbol designation command. As a result, the sub-control circuit 7 causes the liquid crystal display device 3 to derive and display the big hit mode of the identification symbol.

  After the processing of S1093, the main CPU 60 sets hit start interval display time data corresponding to the winning symbol (big winning symbol) in the main RAM 62 (S1094).

  Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets data related to the number of times of winning a prize opening is set in the main RAM 62 (S1095). There are three types of jackpots according to this embodiment: 4R jackpot, 8R jackpot, and 15R jackpot. The main CPU 60 sets “4” as the big prize opening number related data when the big hit type is 4R big hit. Further, when the type of jackpot is a jackpot of 8R, “8” is set as the data related to the number of times of winning a prize opening. Further, when the type of jackpot is a jackpot of 15R, “15” is set as the data related to the number of times of winning a prize opening. When the process of S1095 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol determination process, and moves the process to a special symbol storage check process (see FIG. 66).

  In the process of S1091, when it is determined that the result of the big hit determination process is not a big hit (S1091: NO), the main CPU 60 sets the data of the lost symbol and sets the command of the lost symbol in the main RAM 62 (S1096).

  In the processing of S1096, the main CPU 60 sets the lost symbol data in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62. Then, the lost symbol data is supplied to the first special symbol display device 22 in accordance with the fluctuating first special symbol.

  When the lost symbol data is supplied to the first special symbol display device 22, the first special symbol display device 22 variably displays the first special symbol and displays the first special symbol in a manner based on the lost symbol data. Stop display.

  Also, a lost symbol command set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 as a special symbol designation command. As a result, the sub-control circuit 7 causes the liquid crystal display device 3 to derive and display the loss pattern of the identification symbol. When the process of S1096 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol determination process, and moves the process to a special symbol storage check process (see FIG. 66).

[Special symbol change time management processing]
Next, the special symbol variation time management process for the first special symbol performed in S1043 of the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64) will be described with reference to FIG. The special symbol variation time management process described below is related to the first special symbol, but the special symbol variation time management process related to the second special symbol is the same.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag is “01H”, which is a value indicating the special symbol variation time management process (S1111). When it is determined that the control state flag is not “01H” (S1111: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol variation time management process and shifts the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined in the process of S1111 that the control state flag is “01H” (S1111: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the first timer is “0” (S1112). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the variation time set in the first timer has been consumed.

  When it is determined in the processing of S1112 that the value of the first timer is not “0”, that is, the variation time set in the first timer has not been digested (S1112: NO), the main CPU 60 changes the special symbol variation. The time management process is terminated, and the process proceeds to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64). On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the first timer is “0”, that is, the variation time set in the first timer has been consumed (S1112: YES), the main CPU 60 determines the value indicating the special symbol display time management. “02H” is set in the control state flag (S1113).

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes a forced stop and forced change process of the second special symbol (S1114). That is, in this embodiment, when determining the special symbol for deriving the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) in the first special symbol during the variation of the second special symbol, within the pursuit time (the variation time of the second special symbol) )), The winning corresponding to the first special symbol is given priority since the winning lottery is won in the first special symbol. Therefore, even when the derived symbol corresponding to the special game state (big hit game state) is fluctuating due to the scheduled stoppage, the second special symbol is forcibly changed to the lost special symbol and stopped. The special game state (big hit game state) of the special symbol is canceled. In addition, when the second special symbol is changing with the derived symbol corresponding to the loss scheduled to be stopped, the second special symbol is forcibly stopped without changing the special symbol. In the present embodiment, the forcible stop and forced change processing for the first special symbol are similarly performed in the special symbol variation time management processing for the second special symbol. As a result, even if the first special symbol is changing as the scheduled game to be stopped for the derived symbol corresponding to the special gaming state (big hit gaming state), it is forced to change to the special symbol for losing and stopped. There is a case where the special game state (big hit game state) of one special symbol is canceled.

  Next, the main CPU 60 executes processing for setting the second special symbol non-change flag (S1115). That is, the second special symbol non-variable flag is set when the special game state based on the first special symbol (big hit game state) is entered, and the special game state based on the first special symbol is executed. Therefore, it is a flag for preventing the second special symbol game from being played. Thus, the main CPU 60 maintains the first special symbol stop display state while in the special gaming state corresponding to the first special symbol, while not performing the variable display of the second special symbol. In the present embodiment, although not particularly illustrated, similarly, in the special symbol variation time management process for the second special symbol, a process for setting the first special symbol non-change flag is executed.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a symbol stop command in the main RAM 62 (S1116). The symbol stop command set in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7. When the sub control circuit 7 receives the symbol stop command, it recognizes that the special symbol is stopped.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a fluctuation start waiting time (for example, 10 msec) in the first timer (S1117). The variation start waiting time is a waiting time from the end of the variation display of the special symbol to the start of the variation display of the next special symbol.

[Special symbol display time management process]
Next, the first special symbol display time management process performed in S1044 of the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64) will be described with reference to FIG. The special symbol display time management process described below relates to the first special symbol, but the special symbol display time management process related to the second special symbol is the same.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag is “02H”, which is a value indicating the special symbol display time management process (S1121). When it is determined that the control state flag is not “02H” (S1121: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol display time management process, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined in the process of S1121 that the control state flag is “02H” (S1121: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the first timer is “0” (S1122). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the variation start waiting time set in the first timer has been consumed.

  When it is determined in the process of S1122 that the value of the first timer is not “0”, that is, the variation start waiting time set in the first timer is not consumed (S1122: NO), the main CPU 60 It is determined whether or not one special game is a big hit (S1123). When it is determined that the first special game is not a big hit (S1123: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol display time management process, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  In the processing of S1123, when it is determined that the first special game is a big hit (S1123: YES), the main CPU 60 clears the gaming state flag (S1124). In the big hit gaming state, the normal figure probability and the special figure probability are set to a low state. Therefore, the first probability variation game state flag, the second probability variation game state flag, and the short time game state flag are turned off. A jackpot game state flag may be provided to turn on the jackpot game state flag. When the process of S1124 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol display time management process, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined in the process of S1122 that the value of the first timer is “0”, that is, the variation start waiting time set in the first timer has been consumed (S1122: YES), the main CPU 60 determines that the first special It is determined whether or not the game is a big hit (S1125). When it is determined that the first special game is not a big hit (S1125: NO), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is “0” (S1126).

  In the processing of S1126, when it is determined that the value of the time reduction counter is not “0” (S1126: NO), the main CPU 60 subtracts 1 from the value of the time reduction counter (S1127). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is “0” (S1128).

  In the process of S1128, when it is determined that the value of the time reduction counter is “0” (S1128: YES), the main CPU 60 clears the time reduction number flag (S1129). Then, the main CPU 60 sets a time counter end command in the main RAM 62 (S1130). The time reduction counter end command set in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7. The sub-control circuit 7 that has received the time-counter end command recognizes the shift to the normal gaming state.

  When it is determined in the process of S1125 that the special game is a big hit (S1125: YES), the main CPU 60 sets “03H”, which is a value indicating the hit start interval management process, in the control state flag (S1131).

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a hit start interval time (for example, 300 msec) corresponding to the first special symbol in the first timer (S1132). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets “FFH” in the main RAM 62 as the value of the special winning opening opening number counter (S1133).

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a special symbol effect stop command in the main RAM 62 (S1134). The special symbol effect stop command set in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7. Receiving the special symbol effect stop command, the sub control circuit 7 recognizes the stop of the special symbol effect.

  Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets a jackpot start command corresponding to the first special symbol in the main RAM 62 (S1135). The jackpot start command set in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7. Receiving the jackpot start command, the sub-control circuit 7 recognizes the start of the jackpot game. When the process of S1135 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol display time management process, and moves the process to a first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined that the value of the time counter is “0” in the process of S1126 (S1126: YES), and when the value of the time counter is not “0” (NO) in the process of S128, the process of S1130 After the process, the main CPU 60 sets “07H”, which is a value indicating the special symbol game end process, in the control state flag (S1136).

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a special symbol effect stop command in the main RAM 62 (S1137). When the process of S1137 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol display time management process, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

[Period start interval management processing]
Next, the hit start interval management process performed in S1045 of the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64) will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag is “03H” which is a value indicating the hit start interval management process (S1151). When it is determined that the control state flag is not “03H” (S1151: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the hit start interval management process and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined in the process of S1151 that the control state flag is “03H” (S1151: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the first timer is “0” (S1152). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the hit start interval time set in the first timer has been consumed.

  In the processing of S1152, when it is determined that the value of the first timer is not “0”, that is, the hit start interval time is not consumed (S1152: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the hit start interval management processing. Then, the process is moved to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64). On the other hand, when it is determined in the process of S1152 that the value of the first timer is “0”, that is, the hit start interval time has been consumed (S1152: YES), the main CPU 60 determines the upper limit value of the number of times of winning the prize winning opening. Is set in the main RAM 62 (S1153).

  The upper limit value in the processing of S1153 is the data related to the number of times of winning a prize opening set in the main RAM 62 in the processing of S1095 of the special symbol determination processing (see FIG. 67). That is, in the processing of S1153, the main CPU 60 sets “4”, “8”, or “15” as the special winning opening opening number counter upper limit value. Note that the value of the winning prize opening number counter is synonymous with the number of rounds.

  According to this embodiment, after the symbol stop display (S1116 in FIG. 68), the winning prize opening number counter upper limit value is set (S1153 in FIG. 70). As another example, the setting of the upper limit value for the number of winning a prize opening may be performed in the next process when the lottery result is a big win in the special symbol determination process (S1068 in FIG. 66).

  Next, the main CPU 60 adds 1 to the value of the special winning opening opening number counter in the main RAM 62 (S1154). As described above, in the process of S1133 of the special symbol display time management process (see FIG. 69), “FFH (ie, −1)” is set as the value of the special winning opening opening number counter. Therefore, when the process of S1153 is performed, the value of the special winning opening opening number counter becomes “0”. In the present embodiment, the number of rounds is managed by associating “0” as the value of the winning prize opening number counter with the first round (first round) of the big hit.

  If “0” is set to the value of the winning prize opening number counter from the beginning, it is determined whether or not the number of rounds is the final round (N−1) after the first round opening process. Then, when the final number of rounds is not N-1, an interval process between rounds is performed, and 1 is added to the special winning opening opening number counter to perform the opening process for the second and subsequent rounds. Such processing is repeated until the final round number becomes N-1. That is, it is necessary to perform only the first round of opening processing.

  On the other hand, when “FFH (ie, −1)” is set as the value of the big winning opening opening number counter, “FFH (ie, −1) is set as the value of the big winning opening number counter until the hit start interval management process. ) ”Is set. Therefore, the initial value (FFH) is not involved in managing the actual number of rounds. As a result, regardless of the type of jackpot, the release processing from the first round to the Nth round can be consolidated into one processing, and the use area of the main ROM 61 can be reduced.

  After the processing of S1154, the main CPU 60 sets the opening / closing pattern of the first and second big prize winning openings 16A and 16B for each round according to the type of the big hit symbol (S1155). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets the display command data during the big prize opening opening in the main RAM 62 (S1156). The large winning opening opening display command data set in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 as a large winning opening opening display command.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets the value “04H” indicating the waiting time management before reopening of the big winning opening in the control state flag (S1157). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 clears the big prize opening winning counter of the main RAM 62 (S1158). Then, the main CPU 60 sets the special winning opening opening time (for example, 300000 msec) in the first timer (S1159).

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a special winning opening operating signal (S1160). The big prize opening operating signal is data indicating that the first big prize opening 16A or the second big prize opening 16B is being opened. In this process, the main CPU 60 updates the variables positioned in the main RAM 62 based on the data read from the main ROM 61 in order to open the special winning opening. The variables updated in this way are driven by the port output process (S1034 in FIG. 63) to drive the solenoids related to the big prize opening (the first big prize opening solenoid 171 and the second big prize opening solenoid 172). To the open state. When the process of S1160 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the hit start interval management process and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

[Waiting time management process before reopening of big prize opening]
Next, the waiting time management process before reopening a big winning opening performed in S1046 of the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64) will be described with reference to FIG. Note that the waiting time management process before reopening the big winning opening described below relates to the first special symbol, but the waiting time management process before reopening the big winning opening relating to the second special symbol is the same.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag is “05H”, which is a value indicating the waiting time management process before the big winning opening reopening (S1171). When it is determined that the control state flag is not “05H” (S1171: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the waiting time management process before reopening the big prize opening, and the process is a first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64). Move to.

  When it is determined in the process of S1171 that the control state flag is “05H” (S1171: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the first timer is “0” (S1172). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the interval time between rounds set in the first timer has been consumed.

  In the process of S1172, when it is determined that the value of the first timer is not “0”, that is, the interval time between rounds has not been consumed (S1172: NO), the main CPU 60 waits before the big prize opening reopening The management process is terminated, and the process proceeds to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64). On the other hand, when it is determined in the processing of S1172 that the value of the first timer is “0”, that is, the interval time between rounds has been consumed (S1172: YES), the main CPU 60 determines the number of times that the main RAM 62 has been opened. 1 is added to the value of the counter (S1173).

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets the display command data during opening of the special winning opening in the main RAM 62 (S1174). In this case, the display command data during opening of the special winning opening is data indicating the second and subsequent rounds. The special winning opening opening display command data is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 as a special winning opening open display command. This special winning opening open display command includes an instruction to the sub CPU 71 to add 1 to the round counter.

  Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets “04H”, which is a value indicating the big prize opening opening process, in the control state flag (S1175). Then, the main CPU 60 clears the big prize opening winning counter of the main RAM 62 (S1176).

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a special winning opening opening time (for example, 300000 msec) in the first timer (S1177). Thereafter, the main CPU 60 sets a monitoring target prize opening operating signal (a first prize winning port operating signal or a second prize winning port operating signal) in the main RAM 62 (S1178). In the present embodiment, the grand prize opening for opening in the odd round is the first big prize opening 16A, and the big winning opening for opening in the even number round is the second big prize opening 16B. When the process of S1178 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the waiting time management process before reopening the big prize opening, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

[Large winning opening process]
Next, the special winning opening opening process performed in S1047 of the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64) will be described with reference to FIG. In addition, although the big winning opening releasing process described below relates to the first special symbol, the big winning opening releasing process related to the second special symbol is the same.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag is “04H”, which is a value indicating the big prize opening process (S1191). When it is determined that the control state flag is not “04H” (S1191: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the special winning opening release process and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined in the process of S1191 that the control state flag is “04H” (S1191: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the big prize counter is “10” or more (S1192). When it is determined that the big prize counter is not “10” or more (S1192: NO), the main CPU 60 performs a big prize opening / closing process according to the open / close pattern for each set round (S1193).

  In the process of S1193, the main CPU 60 opens and closes the first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B according to the open / close pattern for each round set in S1155 of the hit start interval management process (see FIG. 70). Specifically, according to the open / close pattern for each round, the process of waiting for the interval time between rounds and alternately closing and opening the first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B is repeated. The operation of the first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the first timer is “0” (S1194). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the special winning opening opening time set in the first timer has been consumed.

  In the process of S1194, when it is determined that the value of the first timer is not “0”, that is, the big prize opening time has not been consumed (S1194: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the big prize opening process. Then, the process proceeds to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined that the value of the first timer is “0” in the process of S1194, that is, it is determined that the big prize opening time has been consumed (S1194: YES), or the big prize counter is “10” or more in the process of S1192. (S1192: YES), the main CPU 60 clears the first timer (S1195). Then, the main CPU 60 sets the big prize opening closing data (S1196).

  In the process of S1196, the main CPU 60 updates the variables positioned in the main RAM 62 based on the data read from the main ROM 61 in order to close the open big prize opening. The variables updated in this manner are driven by the port output processing (S1034 in FIG. 63) to drive the solenoids (first big prize port solenoid 171 and second big prize port solenoid 172) related to the open big prize port. , Close the open big prize opening.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or larger than the upper winning opening limit number (S1197). When it is determined that the value of the big winning opening opening number counter is not equal to or larger than the upper winning opening number upper limit (S1197: NO), the main CPU 60 sets the interval time between rounds (for example, 50 msec) in the first timer ( S1198).

  Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets the remaining monitoring time (for example, 1000 msec) for the closed big prize opening in the second timer (S1199). The value of the second timer set in this process is subtracted in a system timer interrupt process (see FIG. 75) described later.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets “05H”, which is a value indicating the waiting time management process before reopening the big prize opening, in the control state flag (S1200).

  Thereafter, the main CPU 60 sets the inter-round display command data in the main RAM 62 (S1201). The inter-round display command data set in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub-control circuit 7 as an inter-round display command. When the process of S1201 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the special winning opening opening process, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When the main CPU 60 determines in the process of S1197 that the value of the special winning opening opening number counter is equal to or larger than the upper winning opening limit upper limit (S1197: YES), the main CPU 60 monitors the remaining monitoring time for the closed special winning opening (for example, 1000 msec). ) Is set in the second timer (S1202). When the value of the big prize opening number counter is equal to or larger than the upper limit of the big opening number, the final round of the big hit game (4 rounds, 8 rounds, or 15 rounds). Therefore, in the process of S1202, the closed big winning opening is the second big winning opening 16B.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a hit end interval time (for example, 800 msec) in the first timer (S1203). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 sets “06H”, which is a value indicating the hit end interval process, in the control state flag (S1204).

  Thereafter, the main CPU 60 sets the interval end display command data per special symbol in the main RAM 62 (S1205). The special symbol interval end display command data is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7 as a special symbol interval end display command. When the process of S1205 is completed, the main CPU 60 ends the special prize opening process, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

[Hit end interval processing]
Next, the hit end interval process performed in S1048 of the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64) will be described with reference to FIG. The hit end interval process described below relates to the first special symbol, but the hit end interval process related to the second special symbol is the same.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag is “06H” which is a value indicating the hit end interval process (S1211). When it is determined that the control state flag is not “06H” (S1211: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the hit end interval process and shifts the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined in the processing of S1211 that the control state flag is “06H” (S1211: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the first timer is “0” (S1212). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the hit end interval time set in the first timer has been consumed.

  In the process of S1212, when it is determined that the value of the first timer is not “0”, that is, the hit end interval time is not consumed (S1212: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the hit end interval process, The process moves to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64). On the other hand, in the process of S1212, when it is determined that the value of the first timer is “0”, that is, the hit end interval time has been consumed (S1212: YES), the main CPU 60 sets a value indicating the special symbol game end process. “07H” is set in the control state flag (S1213).

  After the processing of S1213, the main CPU 60 sets control data corresponding to the winning symbol and the gaming state at the time of winning in the main RAM 62 (S1214). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets the first probability variation game state flag or the second probability variation game state flag as control data. At this time, the main CPU 60 sets any one of “20”, “30”, and “50” in the time reduction counter.

  Specifically, when the type of jackpot is a jackpot of 15R, the main CPU 60 sets the first probability variable gaming state flag as control data. In addition, when the type of jackpot is a jackpot of 8R or 4R and the game state at the time of winning is one of the first probability variable game state, the second probability variable game state, or the short-time game state, the main CPU 60 The probability variation game state flag is set as control data. When the first probability variation gaming state flag is set as control data, the gaming state is shifted from the big hit gaming state to the first probability variation gaming state.

  On the other hand, when the type of jackpot is a jackpot of 8R or 4R and the gaming state at the time of winning is the normal gaming state, the main CPU 60 sets the second probability variable gaming state flag as control data. When the second probability variable gaming state flag is set as control data, the gaming state is shifted from the big hit gaming state to the second probability varying gaming state.

  After the process of S1214, the main CPU 60 ends the hit end interval process, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

[Special symbol game end processing]
Next, the first special symbol game end process performed in S1049 of the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64) will be described with reference to FIG. Note that the special symbol game end process described below relates to the first special symbol, but the special symbol game end process related to the second special symbol is the same.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the control state flag is “07H”, which is a value indicating the special symbol game end process (S1221). When it is determined that the control state flag is not “07H” (S1221: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol game end process, and moves the process to the first special symbol control process (see FIG. 64).

  When it is determined in the process of S1221 that the control state flag is “07H” (S1221: YES), the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the second special symbol non-change flag (see S1115 in FIG. 68) is set. It is determined (S1222). When it is determined that the second special symbol non-change flag is not set (S1222: NO), the main CPU 60 proceeds to the process of S1224 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the second special symbol non-change flag is set (S1222: YES), the main CPU 60 executes a process of clearing the second special symbol non-change flag (S1223). Transition to processing.

  In the process of S1224, the main CPU 60 sets “00H”, which is a value indicating the special symbol storage check process, in the control state flag (S1224). After the process of S214, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol game end process, and moves the process to the second special symbol control process (see FIG. 65).

[System timer interrupt processing]
Next, the system timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG. The main CPU 60 may interrupt the main process being executed and execute the system timer interrupt process.

  First, the main CPU 60 saves the register (S1231). Next, the main CPU 60 performs timer update processing (S1232). In this process, the main CPU 60 updates various timers such as a first timer and a second timer.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets clear data in the watchdog output data (S1233). In this process, the main CPU 60 sets clear data in the watchdog output data. Further, the main CPU 60 transmits a control signal based on the watchdog output data to the initial reset circuit 63 of the main control circuit 6.

  The initial reset circuit 63 releases the capacitor voltage based on the received control signal. Thereafter, when a predetermined time (for example, 3100 msec) elapses, the initial reset circuit 63 transmits a system reset signal to the main CPU 60. When the main CPU 60 receives a system reset signal from the initial reset circuit 63, the main CPU 60 enters a system reset state. The predetermined time is determined by the capacitance of the capacitor connected to the initial reset circuit 63 after the watchdog timer provided in the initial reset circuit 63 is cleared.

  After the process of S1233, the main CPU 60 performs a random number update process (S1234). In this process, the main CPU 60 updates random numbers such as a big hit determination counter, a symbol determination counter, a hit determination counter, a variation pattern determination counter, and an effect pattern determination counter. Note that the jackpot determination counter and the symbol determination counter lack fairness if the update timing of the counter value is indefinite. Therefore, the jackpot determination counter and the symbol determination counter are updated at a fixed timing every 2 msec in order to ensure fairness.

  After the processing of S1234, the main CPU 60 performs switch input processing (S1235). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not there is an input to the switch sensor. The main CPU 60 receives detection signals transmitted from various switch sensors such as the first count sensor 161, the second count sensor 162, and the general winning opening entrance ball sensor 181 and the various switch sensors detect the game ball. In this case, it is determined that there is an input to the switch sensor.

  After the process of S1235, the main CPU 60 restores the register (S1236). In this process, the main CPU 60 restores the register to the address before the interrupt process. After the process of S1236, the main CPU 60 ends the system timer interrupt process.

[Timer update processing]
Next, the timer update process performed in S1232 of the system timer interrupt process (see FIG. 75) will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the main CPU 60 adds 1 to the value of the system timer monitoring timer (S1241). The system timer monitoring timer is a timer for counting the number of executions (startup) of system timer interrupt processing. In the present embodiment, when the number of execution (startup) of the system timer interrupt process reaches a predetermined condition (three times), a predetermined process (special symbol control process or the like) is executed.

  Next, the main CPU 60 subtracts 1 from the value of the first timer (S1242). In this process, when any value is set in the first timer, the main CPU 60 subtracts 1 from the value. Subsequently, the main CPU 60 subtracts 1 from the value of the second timer (S1243). In this process, when any value is set in the second timer, the main CPU 60 subtracts 1 from the value.

  Next, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the value of the second timer is “0” (S1244). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the remaining monitoring time has been consumed. In the process of S1244, when it is determined that the value of the second timer is not “0”, that is, the remaining monitoring time is not consumed (S1244: NO), the main CPU 60 ends the timer update process and performs the process. The system timer interrupt process (see FIG. 75) is started.

  In the processing of S1244, when the value of the second timer is “0”, that is, when it is determined that the residual monitoring time has been consumed (S1244: YES), the main CPU 60 ends the residual sphere monitoring processing, and the monitoring target The signal for operating the special prize opening is turned off (S1245). Here, the second timer may be “0” anywhere from 00H to 07H. Therefore, it is not necessary to make a determination in each process from 00H to 07H by performing batch processing in the timer interrupt process, and the control burden can be reduced. After the process of S1245, the main CPU 60 ends the timer update process and moves the process to a system timer interrupt process (see FIG. 75).

[Switch input processing]
Next, the switch input process performed in S1235 of the system timer interrupt process (see FIG. 75) will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the main CPU 60 performs prize ball-related switch check processing (S1251). In this processing, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not there is an input from the first count sensor 161, the second count sensor 162, the general winning opening entrance ball sensor 181, the first starting entrance entrance sensor 141, and the second starting entrance entrance sensor 142. Is determined. In other words, whether or not the first count sensor 161, the second count sensor 162, the general winning opening entrance ball sensor 181, the first starting entrance entrance sensor 141, and the second starting entrance entrance sensor 142 have detected a game ball. Is determined.

  When the main CPU 60 determines that there is an input from the first count sensor 161 and the second count sensor 162, the main CPU 60 adds 1 to the value of the big prize winning counter. Further, when it is determined that there is an input from the general winning opening entrance ball sensor 181, 1 is added to the value of the general winning opening counter. Further, when it is determined that there is an input from the first start port entrance sensor 141 or the second start port entrance sensor 142, 1 is added to the value of the first start port counter or the second start port counter.

  After the process of S1251, the main CPU 60 performs a special symbol related switch check process (S1252). This special symbol related switch check process will be described later. Subsequently, the main CPU 60 performs normal symbol related switch check processing (S1253).

  In the processing of S1253, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not there is an input from the passing ball sensor 151, in other words, whether or not the passing ball sensor 151 detects a game ball. When it is determined that there is an input from the passing ball sensor 151 in this process, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the reserved number is an upper limit (for example, four). End the check process.

  On the other hand, when the main CPU 60 determines that the number of holdings is not the upper limit, the main CPU 60 extracts a hit determination random number value from the normal symbol game hit determination counter, and further extracts a hit symbol determination random value from the hit symbol determination counter. To do. Then, the extracted winning determination random number value and the winning symbol determination random value are stored in the normal symbol storage area of the main RAM 62.

  After the process of S1253, the main CPU 60 performs an abnormality-related switch check process (S1254). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not the input result of the abnormality-related switch indicates an abnormal state.

  An example of the abnormality-related switch is a glass door opening / closing switch. When the main CPU 60 detects that the glass door is opened by the glass door opening / closing switch, the main CPU 60 determines that the input result of the abnormality-related switch indicates an abnormal state.

  As another example of the abnormality-related switch, a first count sensor 161 and a second count sensor 162 can be cited. The main CPU 60 determines that the input result of the abnormality-related switch indicates an abnormal state when there is an input from the first count sensor 161 when the first grand prize opening operating signal is OFF. If the second count sensor 162 is input when the second big prize opening operating signal is OFF, it is determined that the input result of the abnormality-related switch indicates an abnormal state.

  When determining that the input result of the abnormality-related switch indicates an abnormal state, the main CPU 60 performs a process for notifying the abnormality. On the other hand, when determining that the input result of the abnormality-related switch does not indicate an abnormal state, the main CPU 60 ends the abnormality-related switch check process.

  After the process of S1254, the main CPU 60 ends the switch input process and moves the process to a system timer interrupt process (see FIG. 75).

[Special design related switch check processing]
Next, the special symbol related switch check process performed in S1252 of the switch input process (see FIG. 77) will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not a special symbol start winning for the first start port 14A is detected (S1261). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not there is an input from the first start-in entrance ball sensor 141.

  When it is determined in the process of S1261 that a special symbol start winning at the first start opening 44 has been detected, that is, it has been input from the first start opening ball sensor 141 (S1261: YES), the main CPU 60 It is determined whether the starting memory of one special symbol is 4 or more (S1262). When it is determined that the start memory of the first special symbol is 4 or more (S1262: YES), the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol related switch check process and shifts the process to the switch input process (see FIG. 77).

  When it is determined in the process of S1262 that the start memory of the first special symbol is not 4 or more (S1262: NO), the main CPU 60 adds 1 to the start memory of the first special symbol (S1263). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 performs various random value acquisition processes (S1264).

  In the processing of S1264, the main CPU 60 extracts the jackpot determination random number value, the winning symbol determination random number value, the reach determination random number value, the main side effect selection random number value, and the hold effect selection random number value from the respective counters. Then, the extracted various random value groups are stored in the first special symbol start storage area of the main RAM 62.

  The first special symbol start storage area of the present embodiment has first special symbol start storage areas (0) to (4). The determination result based on the jackpot determining random number value and the winning symbol determining random value stored in the first special symbol starting storage area (0) is derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 22. In addition, various random value groups extracted by detecting a special symbol start winning during the variation of the special symbol by the first and second special symbol display devices 22 and 23 are the first special symbol start storage area (1). To (4) in order.

  After the processing of S1264, the main CPU 60 sets the first special symbol variation state data in the main RAM 62 (S1265). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 performs a winning effect determination process (S1266). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines whether to perform a holding effect (prefetching effect) based on a random number lottery.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a start opening prize command in the main RAM 62 (S1267). The start opening winning command set in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7. The sub-control circuit 7 that has received the start opening winning command recognizes that there has been a starting opening winning and whether or not the big hit lottery result is correct. The process here is to predict whether or not it is a big hit based on the acquired random number, and by this process, it is possible to determine in advance the start of the actual change for the game ball that has won the start. ing. Note that the big hit determination is executed in the process of S1067 described above.

  The start opening winning command includes data indicating the contents of the winning effect (for example, the effect of changing the display mode of the reserved ball displayed for the effect) when it is determined to perform the winning effect in the processing of S1266. . As a result, a so-called “prefetching effect (holding effect)” in which an effect is executed based on the start-up storage information before the change is executed becomes possible.

  After the process of S1267, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol related switch check process and moves the process to a switch input process (see FIG. 77).

  When it is determined in the processing of S1261 that the special symbol start winning to the first start port 14A has not been detected, that is, the first start port entrance sensor 141 has not been input (S1261: NO), the main CPU 60 It is determined whether or not a special symbol start winning for the second start port 14B is detected (S1268). That is, the main CPU 60 determines whether or not there is an input from the second start-up entrance sensor 142.

  In the process of S1268, when it is determined that the special symbol start winning to the second start opening 14B is not detected, that is, there is no input of the second start opening ball sensor 142 (S1268: NO), the main CPU 60 It is determined whether or not the start memory of the second special symbol is 4 or more (S1269). When it is determined that the start memory of the second special symbol is 4 or more (S1269: YES), the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol related switch check processing and shifts the processing to switch input processing (see FIG. 77).

  In the processing of S1269, when it is determined that the start memory of the second special symbol is not 4 or more (S1269: NO), the main CPU 60 adds 1 to the start memory of the second special symbol (S1270). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 performs various random value acquisition processes (S1271).

  In the process of S1271, the main CPU 60 extracts the jackpot determination random number value, the winning symbol determination random number value, the reach determination random number value, the main side effect selection random number value, and the hold effect selection random number value from the respective counters. Then, the extracted various random value groups are stored in the second special symbol start storage area of the main RAM 62.

  The second special symbol start storage area of the present embodiment is provided from the second special symbol start storage areas (0) to (4). The determination result based on the jackpot determining random number value and the winning symbol determining random number value stored in the second special symbol starting storage area (0) is derived and displayed by the second special symbol display device 23. In addition, various random value groups extracted by detecting a special symbol start winning to the second start port 14B during the change of the special symbol by the first and second special symbol display devices 22 and 23 are the second special value group. The symbol start storage areas (1) to (4) are sequentially stored.

  After the processing of S1271, the main CPU 60 sets the second special symbol variation state data in the main RAM 62 (S1272). Subsequently, the main CPU 60 performs a winning effect determination process (S1273). In this process, the main CPU 60 determines whether to perform a holding effect (prefetching effect) based on a random number lottery.

  Next, the main CPU 60 sets a start opening prize command in the main RAM 62 (S1274). The start opening winning command set in the main RAM 62 is transmitted from the main CPU 60 of the main control circuit 6 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 7. The sub-control circuit 7 that has received the start opening winning command recognizes that there has been a starting opening winning and whether or not the big hit lottery result is correct.

  The start opening winning command includes data indicating the contents of the winning effect when the decision to perform the winning effect is made in the processing of S1273 (for example, an effect of changing the display mode of the reserved ball displayed for the effect). . As a result, a so-called “prefetching effect (holding effect)” in which an effect is executed based on the start-up storage information before the change is executed becomes possible.

  After the process of S1274, the main CPU 60 ends the special symbol related switch check process and shifts the process to the switch input process (see FIG. 77).

<Operation of the big prize opening>
Next, the operation of the first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 79 is a time chart relating to the operation of the first grand prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B.

  When the big win symbol is stopped and displayed by the first special symbol display device 22 or the first special symbol display device 23, as shown in FIG. 79, the first big winning opening 16A is passed after the winning start interval time (300 msec) has elapsed. Becomes open. The winning start interval time and the opening time of the first big prize opening 16A (big prize opening time) are managed by the first timer.

  When the first big prize opening 16A is in an open state, the first big prize opening operating signal is set (turned on). The first big prize opening operating signal is data indicating that the first big prize opening 16A is open, and the number of game balls counted by the first count sensor 161 is ON. It becomes effective when

  Thereafter, when the first grand prize opening 16A is closed, the second big prize opening 16B is opened after the interval time between rounds (50 msec) has elapsed. The interval time between rounds is managed by the first timer.

  Further, even when the first big prize opening 16A is closed, the first big prize opening operating signal is kept on until the remaining ball monitoring time (1000 msec) elapses. This is to enable counting of the game balls by the first count sensor 161 until a predetermined time elapses after the first grand prize winning opening 16A is closed. Thereby, the game balls that are not counted when the first grand prize opening 16A is in the closed state can be counted after the first big prize opening 16A is in the closed state. It is possible to accurately count the game balls won in. The residual sphere monitoring time is managed by the second timer.

  In this embodiment, the interval time between rounds is managed by the first timer, and the remaining sphere monitoring time is managed by the second timer. Therefore, even if the remaining ball monitoring time has not elapsed, the second grand prize winning opening 16B can be opened if the interval time between rounds has elapsed.

  Accordingly, the time until the second grand prize opening 16B is opened after the first big prize opening 16A is closed, and the first big prize opening 16A after the second big prize opening 16B is closed. It is possible to shorten the time until the is opened. That is, the time during which the first big prize opening 16A and the second big prize opening 16B are in the closed state can be set to the interval time between rounds (50 msec) only.

  The interval time between rounds is an open state in which, even when the game ball immediately above the first big prize opening 16A moves due to free fall when the first big prize opening 16A is in a closed state, it is opened next. It is desirable that the time be positioned above the second big prize opening 16B.

  If the next big hit game is started before the last round of the big hit game is finished and the residual ball monitoring time related to the second big prize opening 16B has elapsed, 16A will be in an open state. As a result, the first big prize opening operating signal is turned ON, and the big hit game is continued. Therefore, the remaining ball monitoring time is such that the next big hit game is started (the first big prize opening 16A is opened) after the big hit game is finished (after the second big prize opening 16B is closed). It is desirable to make it shorter than the shortest time until

  By the way, there are cases where ten game balls are counted by the second count sensor 162 of the second big winning opening 16B before the remaining ball monitoring time related to the first big winning opening 16A of the first round elapses. In this case, since the interval time between the rounds is managed by the first timer, the second timer has the second second round before the remaining ball monitoring time related to the first big winning opening 16A of the first round elapses. It becomes necessary to manage the remaining ball monitoring time related to the special winning opening 16B. Therefore, there is a possibility that the output time of the first grand prize opening operating signal related to the first big prize opening 16A of the first round will be shortened, and all the game balls won in the first big prize opening 16A of the first round may not be counted. There is.

  In order to alleviate such a phenomenon, for example, three timers are provided, and a timer (for example, a second timer) for managing the remaining ball monitoring time related to the first big prize opening 16A and a second big prize opening 16B are related. A timer (for example, a third timer) for managing the remaining sphere monitoring time may be provided separately. As a result, even if the other big prize opening is opened and closed before the remaining ball monitoring time related to one big prize opening elapses, the interval time between rounds managed by the first timer elapses and one A signal for operating a special prize opening relating to one special prize opening can be output until immediately before the special prize opening is opened. As a result, it is possible to extend the time for counting the game balls won in one of the big winning openings by the interval time between rounds.

  At this time, the interval time between rounds is managed by the first timer, the residual monitoring time related to the first big prize opening 16A is managed by the second timer, and the residual monitoring time related to the second big prize opening 16B is managed by the third timer. Managed. The special winning opening operating signal is output when both the first big winning opening 16A and the second large winning opening 16B are operating.

  In a normal gaming machine, an error is detected when a game ball is detected by a count sensor of a target big winning opening when the big winning opening operating signal is not output. However, in order to avoid such an error, it is desirable not to detect the error for a predetermined time (for example, 3000 msec) after the end of the output of the special winning opening operating signal.

  The phenomenon as described above is not a phenomenon that occurs frequently. For example, a launching device in a normal pachinko gaming machine including this embodiment has a performance of firing about 100 gaming balls per minute, and the time required to launch one gaming ball is It is about 600 msec. In a state where the player keeps firing the game ball, normally about 5 game balls are positioned on the game area while falling due to their own weight. Even if all of the five game balls are awarded to the open big winning opening, it takes about 3000 msec to fire the remaining five game balls that can be won. Therefore, when the residual ball monitoring time is set to 1000 msec, it is considered that the other big prize opening is not opened and closed very much before the residual ball monitoring time concerning one big prize opening elapses.

  The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various design changes can be made.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 14A 1st starting port 14B 2nd starting port 141 1st starting port entrance sensor (1st starting information output means)
142 Second start entrance ball sensor (second start information output means)
16A 1st big prize opening (first variable prize means)
16B Second grand prize opening (second variable prize means)
17A First shutter (first variable winning means)
17B Second shutter (second variable winning means)
3 Liquid crystal display device (specific time display means, decoration display means)
22 1st special symbol display device (1st variable display means)
23 Second special symbol display device (second variable display means)
221 1st special symbol (identification information)
231 2nd special symbol (identification information)
5 Display decoration member (specific change time display means)
75 Display control circuit (notification control means)
6 Main control circuit 60 Main CPU
61 Main ROM
62 Main RAM
7 Sub control circuit 71 Sub CPU
72 Program ROM
73 Worm RAM
75 Display control circuit

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A transition lottery means for performing a transition lottery of gaming state;
A first lottery means and a second lottery means for performing a transfer lottery by the shift lottery means in accordance with the winning of a game ball to each of the first start port and the second start port;
Provided corresponding to each of the first lottery means and the second lottery means so as to display identification information based on the result of the transfer lottery by the transfer lottery means, the identification information is variably displayed in parallel. A first variable display means and a second variable display means capable of;
Variable winning means that can be changed between a closed state in which game balls can not be won and an open state in which game balls can be won;
When the transition lottery result in the transition lottery means is the first result, the variable winning means can be opened and closed in a predetermined manner, and then the gaming state can be shifted to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player. Yes, when the result of the transfer lottery in the transfer lottery means is a second result different from the first result, the variable winning means is more disadvantageous than the predetermined mode without shifting the gaming state. Game state control means for opening and closing;
A gaming machine equipped with
The gaming state control means includes
While the identification information in one of the first variable display means and the second variable display means is variably displayed, the identification in the other variable display means based on the second result When the change display of information is stopped, the change display of the identification information on the one variable display means is stopped so as to be in a display mode of losing neither of the first result and the second result. A gaming machine characterized by

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