JP2019146715A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To prevent a feeling of incongruity from being given to a player.SOLUTION: In a Pachinko machine 1, a V winning performance is started with detection of passage of game balls through a V area as an opportunity. Especially, an opportunity of completion of a V winning performance differs between when passage of game balls through the V area is detected before completion of a first round and when passage of game balls through the V area is detected after completion of a first round. More specifically, when passage of game balls through the V area is detected before completion of a first round, a V winning performance is completed according to completion of the first round. In the meantime, when passage of game balls through the V area is detected after completion of a first round, a V winning performance is completed according to start of a second round.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 51

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine in which a specific gaming state is generated when passage of a specific area by a game ball is detected.

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a gaming machine in which a specific gaming state is generated when the passage of a specific area by a game ball is detected (see Patent Document 1).
In this gaming machine, a specific area is provided inside the special winning opening. When the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected during the specific round game, the gaming state after the big game is set to the high probability gaming state (specific gaming state).
In particular, in this gaming machine, a definite effect is started in response to the passage of a specific area by a game ball being detected during a specific round game. Then, the confirmed effect is ended in response to the end of the specific round game.

JP 2017-93917 A

However, in the conventional gaming machine, there is a risk that the player may feel uncomfortable.
That is, in the conventional gaming machine, the end of the specific round game is set as an end trigger of the finalized effect. As a result, when a game ball that has entered the grand prize winning hole immediately before the end of the specific round game passes through the specific area after the end of the specific round game, it is started in response to detection of the passage of the specific area by the game ball. There is a risk that the finalized production cannot be ended and the player may feel uncomfortable.
An object of the present invention is to prevent a player from feeling uncomfortable.

To achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the first aspect of the present invention provides a game control means for causing a specific gaming state when passage of a specific area by a game ball is detected, and passing of the specific area by a game ball. And an effect control means for starting a specific effect in response to the detection of the game, wherein the effect control means is configured to detect a passage of the specific area by the game ball before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, and a specific opportunity. When the passing of the specific area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the game, the specific effect is ended by the occurrence of a different opportunity.
In the gaming machine according to the first invention, the specific effect is started when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected. In particular, the end timing of a specific effect differs depending on whether the passage of a specific area by a game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, or if the passage of a specific area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of a specific opportunity ing.
In other words, when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the specific effect is ended according to the occurrence of the first opportunity. On the other hand, when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the specific effect is ended according to the occurrence of the second opportunity different from the first opportunity.
Thereby, for example, when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the specific effect started in response to the passage of the specific area by the game ball is terminated according to the occurrence of the specific opportunity. it can.
On the other hand, by setting an opportunity that occurs after the specific opportunity as the second opportunity, if the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific opportunity, according to the passage of the specific area by the game ball The specific effect started can be ended in response to the occurrence of the second opportunity.
Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the specific performance cannot be ended, and to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.
Here, the V region described later corresponds to the specific region. The specific game state corresponds to a jackpot game state described later. A main control circuit 200 described later corresponds to the game control means. As the specific effect, a V prize effect described later is applicable. An effect control circuit 300 to be described later corresponds to the effect control means. The specific opportunity corresponds to the end of the first round described later.

A gaming machine according to a second invention is the gaming machine according to the first invention, wherein the game control means executes a specific game that allows a game ball to enter the specific entrance, and the specific area is It is provided so that it can be passed by a game ball that has entered the specific entrance, and the specific opportunity is generated by the end of the specific game.
In the gaming machine according to the second invention, when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected before the end of the specific game, the specific effect is ended in response to the occurrence of the first opportunity, and the specific game When the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected after the end, the specific effect is ended in response to the occurrence of a second trigger different from the first trigger.
Thereby, for example, when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected before the end of the specific game, the specific effect started in response to the passage of the specific area by the game ball is ended in accordance with the end of the specific game. it can.
On the other hand, if the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected after the end of the specific game by setting the opportunity that occurs after the end of the specific game as the second opportunity, the passage of the specific area by the game ball The specific effect started in response to can be ended in response to the occurrence of the second opportunity.
Here, the specific big entrance corresponds to a first grand prize opening 53 described later. The specific game corresponds to a first round (small hit game) described later.

A gaming machine according to a third invention is the gaming machine according to the first or second invention, wherein the effect control means, when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, A predetermined effect is started in response to the occurrence of the game, and when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific event, the predetermined effect is started in response to the occurrence of another event.
In the gaming machine according to the third invention, when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the predetermined effect is started in response to the occurrence of the specific opportunity. On the other hand, when the passage of a specific area by a game ball is detected after the occurrence of a specific opportunity, a predetermined effect is started in response to the occurrence of another opportunity.
As a result, by setting an opportunity that occurs after the specific opportunity as another opportunity, even when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the predetermined effect can be started.
Therefore, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a situation in which the predetermined performance is not executed, and to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.
Here, the predetermined effect corresponds to an opening suggestion effect and a patrol effect described later. Another opportunity is the start of the second round described later.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

It is a perspective view which shows the whole structure of a pachinko machine. It is the figure which showed the front of a game board and showed typically the part required for description. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the control system of a pachinko machine. 3 is an address map of a memory area used by a CPU 210. It is a flowchart which shows CPU initialization processing. It is a flowchart which shows a main loop process. It is a flowchart which shows the evacuation process at the time of power-off. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a setting value management process. It is a flowchart which shows switch management processing. It is a flowchart which shows a usual start ball | bowl detection process. FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing a starting ball detection process. FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing a starting ball detection process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol random number acquisition process. It is a flowchart which shows a special game management process. It is a flowchart which shows a special figure fluctuation waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows a special figure change process. It is a flowchart which shows a special figure stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st grand prize opening pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st big winning opening release control process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st big winning opening closing effective process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st big winning opening open end weight process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd grand prize opening pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd big winning opening release control process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd big winning opening closing effective process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd big winning opening release end weight process. It is a flowchart which shows a special electric role opening / closing switching process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal game management process. It is a flowchart which shows a usual figure change waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows a process during usual figure change. It is a flowchart which shows a process during a usual figure stop. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory release pre-process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory release control process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric role opening / closing switching process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory closing effective process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory release completion | finish weight process. It is a flowchart which shows a performance display apparatus control process. It is a flowchart which shows a base ratio calculation process. It is a flowchart which shows a sub timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a pending | holding command reception process. It is a flowchart which shows prefetch command reception processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation command reception process. It is a flowchart which shows a stop command reception process. It is a flowchart which shows an opening command reception process. It is a flowchart which shows a round start command reception process. It is a flowchart which shows V prize command reception processing. It is a flowchart which shows a round end command reception process. It is a flowchart which shows an ending command reception process. It is a figure which shows the flow of the various lamp | render effects when V prize is detected before the end of the 1st round in V effective period. It is a figure which shows the flow of various lamp | render effects when a V prize is detected after completion | finish of the 1st round in V effective period. It is a figure which shows the flow of various lamp | render effects when V prize is not detected during V effective period.

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

(Overall configuration of pachinko machine 1)
First, the overall configuration of the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the overall configuration of the pachinko machine. The pachinko machine 1 includes an outer frame unit 2, an inner frame unit 3, an integrated door unit 4, and a game board unit 10.
The outer frame unit 2, the inner frame unit 3, and the integrated door unit 4 are fixed to each other via a hinge mechanism. Thereby, the inner frame unit 3 can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame unit 2. The integrated door unit 4 can be opened and closed with respect to each of the inner frame unit 3 and the outer frame unit 2.
The outer frame unit 2 includes a rectangular frame (outer frame). And the outer frame with which the outer frame unit 2 is provided is fixed with respect to the island facility of a game arcade.
The inner frame unit 3 includes a rectangular frame (inner frame). The inner frame unit 3 is disposed inside the outer frame unit 2.

The integrated door unit 4 is formed in a rectangular door shape. The door unit 4 includes a transparent plate 4a disposed substantially at the center, a decorative portion 4b disposed around the transparent plate 4a, a tray unit 5 disposed below the transparent plate 4a, and a tray. And a firing handle 6 disposed on the side of the unit 5.
The transparent plate 4a is formed in a flat plate shape using a transparent material such as resin or glass. The decorative portion 4b is formed of a transparent or translucent resin material, and has a shape that bulges forward. Each corner on the upper side of the decorative portion 4b is provided with a sound extraction portion 4c in which a sound generator (speaker) 22 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. Each sound extraction part 4c is provided with a plurality of sound extraction holes through which the sound output from the sound generator 22 passes. In addition, a plurality of frame lamps (not shown) are disposed in the decoration portion 4b. Each frame lamp includes a plurality of light emitting elements (LEDs) driven by dynamic lighting control.

The tray unit 5 includes a tray 5a for receiving game balls (rental balls and prize balls), and an effect button 5b and a rotary selector 5c arranged on the front side of the tray 5a.
The effect button 5b is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape, and is disposed so as to protrude upward from the tray unit 5. The effect button 5b can be pressed by the player (pressed downward). Inside the saucer unit 5, a first operation detection switch 24 (see FIG. 3) for detecting a pressing operation of the effect button 5b is disposed. The first operation detection switch 24 outputs a first operation signal to the effect control circuit 300 (see FIG. 3) every time the effect button 5b is pressed.
The rotary selector 5c (so-called “jog dial”) is formed in a substantially cylindrical shape and is disposed so as to surround the effect button 5b. The rotary selector 5c can be rotated by a player (operation to rotate about a cylindrical axis). Inside the tray unit 5, a second operation detection switch 25 (see FIG. 3) for detecting the rotation operation of the rotary selector 5c is disposed. The second operation detection switch 25 outputs a second operation signal to the effect control circuit 300 every time the rotary selector 5c is rotated by a predetermined angle (for example, 60 [°]).

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

(Configuration of the game board unit 10)
Next, the configuration of the game board unit 10 will be described.
FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a front side of the game board and schematically showing a part particularly necessary for explanation.
The game board unit 10 is supported by the inner frame unit 3. Specifically, the game board unit 10 is attached to the inner side of the inner frame included in the inner frame unit 3. Thus, the game board unit 10 is arranged on the back side of the integrated door unit 4. Then, the player can visually recognize a game board 11 (game area 30) to be described later via the transparent plate 4a. In the present embodiment, a game area 30 described later is formed between the back surface of the transparent plate 4 a and the front surface of the game board 11.
As shown in FIG. 2, the game board unit 10 includes a game board 11 and various effect devices (an image display device 31, an accessory device 70, a patrol lamp 77, etc.) attached to the game board 11.
The game board 11 is formed in a flat plate shape with resin. On the front surface of the game board 11, a game area 30 is formed in which a game ball launched according to the rotation operation of the launch handle 6 flows down. The game area 30 includes a left path formed on the left side of the image display device 31 and a right path formed on the right side of the image display device 31 as paths through which the game balls flow down.
Further, the game board 11 is provided with a plurality of board lamps (not shown) and a patrol lamp 77.
Each panel lamp includes a plurality of light emitting elements (LEDs) driven by dynamic lighting control. The patrol lamp 77 includes a plurality of light emitting elements (LEDs).

The image display device 31 includes a variable display device such as a liquid crystal display or a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) display. The image display device 31 has a display screen 31a capable of displaying effect images.
On the display screen 31a, three first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3 (not shown) in which a first effect symbol z1 (not shown) is displayed and a second effect symbol z2 (not shown) are displayed. It is possible to configure one second effect symbol display area a4 (not shown).
The 1st production design z1 is constituted including identification information (symbol), such as a number, a character, a symbol, and a character. In each of the first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3, it is possible to perform change display and stop display of the first effect symbol z1. The second effect design z2 is composed of color bars. In the second effect symbol display area a4, it is possible to perform change display and stop display of the second effect symbol z2.
The variation display of the effect symbols z1 and z2 means that the first effect symbol z1 is moved (scrolled) in the first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3 and is displayed in the second effect symbol display area a4. 2 A display in which the type of effect design z2 is changed (the color represented by the color bar is sequentially changed).
The stop display of the effect symbols z1 and z2 means that one kind of the first effect symbol z1 is stopped and the second effect symbol display area a4 in the lottery result display positions of the first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3. 1, a display in which one type of second effect design z2 is displayed (a color bar represents a predetermined color).
A special symbol is obtained by combining the first effect symbol z1 that is stopped and displayed in the three first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3 and the second effect symbol z2 that is stopped and displayed in the second effect symbol display area a4. The result of the lottery (the first special symbol lottery or the second special symbol lottery) is displayed.
In addition, the display screen 31a can be configured with reserved symbol display areas b1 and b2 (not shown) in which a reserved symbol h (not shown) is displayed.
In the hold symbol display area b1, a hold symbol h corresponding to the start information in the notification display (special symbol variation display and stop display) is displayed. In the hold symbol display area b2, a hold symbol h corresponding to the start information for which the notification display is held is displayed.

An accessory device 70 is provided below the image display device 31.
The accessory device 70 includes a ball entrance 71, a game ball sorting unit 72, a first start port 51, a discharge port 73, and a V prize lamp 74.
The entrance 71 is an entrance that opens upward, and game balls can always be entered. The entrance 71 is capable of entering a game ball flowing down the left path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the right path).
The game ball allocating unit 72 converts the first guide path 71a into which the game balls entered from the entrance 71 and the game balls guided by the first guide path 71a into the second guide path 71b and the third guide. A distribution member 71d that distributes to one of the guide paths among the paths 71c is provided.
Each guide path 71a, 71b, 71c guides the flowing game ball downward. Each guide path 71a, 71b, 71c is made of a transparent material so that a game ball passing through the inside can be visually recognized from the outside.

The distribution member 71d has a first state in which game balls that have passed through the first guide path 71a are distributed to the second guide path 71b, and a game ball that has passed through the first guide path 71a is distributed to the third guide path 71c. It can be displaced into two states.
The distribution member 71d is always driven during the period when the power is supplied to the pachinko machine 1. At this time, the distribution member 71d is displaced from one state of the first state and the second state to the other state at predetermined time intervals. The distribution member 71d is driven by a distribution member solenoid 63 (see FIG. 3).
In the game ball distribution unit 72, the probability that the game ball distributed to the second guide path 71 b enters the first start port 51 and the game ball distributed to the third guide path 71 c enter the first start port 51. The probability of entering the ball is different. That is, the probability that the game ball distributed to the third guide path 71c enters the first start port 51 is compared with the probability that the game ball distributed to the second guide path 71b enters the first start port 51. And it is getting higher.
Specifically, the lower end of the second guide path 71 b communicates with the discharge path 73. Thereby, all the game balls passing through the second guide path 71 b are discharged from the discharge path 73 to the game area 30. Therefore, the probability that the game balls distributed to the second guiding path 71b enter the first starting port 51 is 0%.
On the other hand, a first start port 51 is provided at the lower end of the third guide path 71c. Thereby, all the game balls passing through the third guide path 71 c enter the first starting port 51. Therefore, the probability that the game ball distributed to the third guide path 71c enters the first start port 51 is 100%.

Here, the game balls distributed to the second guide path 71b are distributed to one of the first start port 51 and the discharge port 73, and the game balls distributed to the third guide path 71c are first started. Of the mouth 51 and the outlet 73, it may be configured to be distributed to one side.
Specifically, the game ball distribution unit 72 includes a first distribution unit that distributes the game ball passing through the second guide path 71b to one of the first start port 51 and the discharge port 73. A configuration may be provided in which second distribution means for distributing the game balls passing through the three guide paths 71c to one of the first start port 51 and the discharge port 73 is provided.
Even in such a configuration, the probability that the game ball distributed to the third guide path 71c enters the first start port 51 is the probability that the game ball distributed to the second guide path 71b is the first start port. It is higher than the probability of entering 51.
That is, the probability that the game balls passing through the third guide path 71c are distributed to the first start port 51 by the second distribution means is the first start of the game balls passing through the second guide path 71b by the first distribution means. The probability is higher than the probability of being distributed to the mouth 51.

The first start port 51 (so-called “nose”) is a ball entrance that opens upward, and a game ball can be entered at all times. As described above, the first starting port 51 can enter a game ball that passes through the third guide path 71c (it cannot enter a game ball that passes through the second guide path 71b).
A special FIG. 1 start port switch 101 (see FIG. 3) is disposed in the first start port 51. The special FIG. 1 start port switch 101 sends a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of the game ball that has entered the first start port 51 (the game ball has entered the first start port 51). Output. The main control circuit 200 executes the first special symbol lottery in response to the detection signal input from the special figure 1 start port switch 101.
The V winning lamp 74 includes a plurality of light emitting elements (LEDs). In this embodiment, the V winning lamp 74 is configured by a dot matrix LED.
The V winning lamp 74 is controlled to be lit in a predetermined manner when passage of the V area by the game ball is detected. At this time, the letter “V” is displayed by the V winning lamp 74. Thereby, the passing of the V region by the game ball is notified. The V region will be described later.
In the accessory device 70, all the game balls that have entered from the entrance 71 enter the first guide path 71a. Then, the game balls that have entered the first guiding path 71a are distributed to one of the second guiding path 71b and the third guiding path 71c by the sorting member 71d.
Then, all the game balls distributed to the second guide path 71b pass through the second guide path 71b and then are discharged again to the game area 30 through the discharge port 73.
On the other hand, all the game balls distributed to the third guide path 71c enter the first starting port 51 after passing through the third guide path 71c.

On the left side of the accessory device 70, an upper left other winning port 55 and a lower left other winning port 56 are provided. Each of the other winning prize openings 55 and 56 is an entrance opening opened upward, and game balls can always be entered. Each of the other winning holes 55 and 56 can enter a game ball flowing down the left path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the right path).
The game board 11 is provided with a left prize opening switch 106a (see FIG. 3). The left winning port switch 106a is a game ball that has entered the upper left other winning port 55 (game ball entering the upper left other winning port 55) and a game ball that has entered the lower left other winning port 56 (lower left other winning port). The detection signal is output to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of the game ball entering 56. The main control circuit 200 causes the game ball payout device 440 to execute the payout operation of the prize ball in response to the input of the detection signal from the left winning port switch 106a.

A start gate 41 is provided on the right side of the image display device 31. The start gate 41 is formed so that it can always be passed by a game ball. The start gate 41 is capable of passing a game ball flowing down the right path (cannot pass a game ball flowing down the left path).
The start gate 41 is provided with a gate switch 104 (see FIG. 3). The gate switch 104 outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of a game ball passing through the start gate 41 (passing of the start gate 41 by the game ball). The main control circuit 200 executes the normal symbol lottery in response to the detection signal input from the gate switch 104.

Below the start gate 41, a second start port 52 (so-called “velo electric chew”) is provided. The second starting port 52 can enter a game ball flowing down the right path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the left path).
In the second start port 52, a closed state that makes it impossible (difficult) to enter a game ball into the second start port 52, and allows a game ball to enter the second start port 52 (easily). An ordinary electric combination (ordinary electric combination) 52a that can be displaced is provided.
In the present embodiment, the second start port 52 is a substantially square hole that opens toward the front side. The ordinary electric accessory 52 a includes an opening / closing plate that opens and closes the second start port 52. The opening / closing plate is formed in a substantially rectangular flat plate shape. The opening / closing plate can be displaced (opened / closed) in the form of a door around the opening / closing axis provided along the lower side thereof.
Specifically, the opening / closing plate can be displaced between a first state in which the second start port 52 is closed and a second state in which the upper side is tilted toward the front side.
When the ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced in the closed state, the opening / closing plate blocks the second starter port 52, thereby preventing the game ball flowing down the right path from entering the second starter port 52. On the other hand, when the ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced to the open state, the upper side of the opening / closing plate falls toward the front side, so that the game ball dropped on the back surface of the opening / closing plate is guided to the second starting port 52. The
The ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced (opened / closed) by a start port solenoid 64 (see FIG. 3). The second starting port 52 is normally closed with the ordinary electric accessory 52a closed, so that it is impossible to enter a game ball. However, when the normal symbol lottery is won, 52a is opened, and a game ball can be entered.
In the second start port 52, a special FIG. 2 start port switch 102 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. The special figure 2 start port switch 102 sends a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of the game ball that has entered the second start port 52 (the game ball has entered the second start port 52). Output. The main control circuit 200 executes the second special symbol lottery in response to the input of the detection signal from the special figure 2 start port switch 102.

Below the second start opening 52, a first grand prize opening 53 (so-called “attacker”) is provided. The first grand prize opening 53 is capable of entering a game ball flowing down the right path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the left path).
The first grand prize opening 53 has a closed state in which it is impossible to enter game balls into the first big prize opening 53 and an open state in which game balls can enter into the first big prize opening 53. The first special electric combination (special electric combination) 53a that can be displaced is provided.
The first special electric accessory 53a is opened and closed by a first grand prize opening solenoid 65 (see FIG. 3). Normally, the first big winning opening 53 is when the first special electric accessory 53a is closed and the game ball cannot be entered, but when the small hit game state is generated. The first special electric accessory 53a is opened, and a game ball can be entered.
A first count switch 103a (see FIG. 3) is disposed in the first big prize opening 53. The first count switch 103a sends a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of the game ball that has entered the first grand prize opening 53 (the game ball has entered the first big prize opening 53). Output. The main control circuit 200 causes the game ball payout device 440 to execute a prize ball payout operation in response to an input of a detection signal from the first count switch 103a.

Further, in the first grand prize opening 53, a V area (not shown) that can be passed by a game ball, a discharge area (not shown) that can be passed by a game ball, and a first big prize opening 53 are provided. Distributing means (not shown) is provided for distributing the game balls that have entered into one of the V region and the discharge region.
In the V region, a V region switch 105 (see FIG. 3) is disposed. The V region switch 105 outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of a game ball that has passed through the V region (passing through the V region by the game ball). The main control circuit 200 generates a big hit gaming state triggered by the input of the detection signal from the V region switch 105.
The distribution means is a V passing state in which game balls that have entered the first big winning opening 53 are distributed to the V region, and a non-V passing state in which game balls that have entered the first big winning port 53 are distributed to the discharging region. It is possible to be displaced.
That is, when the distribution means is displaced to the V passing state, all the game balls that have entered the first big winning opening 53 are distributed to the V region. This makes it impossible for the game ball that has entered the first grand prize opening 53 to pass through the discharge area.
On the other hand, when the allocating means is displaced to the non-V passing state, all the game balls that have entered the first big prize opening 53 are distributed to the discharge area. As a result, it is impossible to pass through the V region by the game ball that has entered the first grand prize opening 53.
The distribution means is displaced by a V distribution solenoid 67 (see FIG. 3).
In the present embodiment, the game balls that have entered the first grand prize opening 53 are first detected by the first count switch a, and then distributed to one of the V area and the discharge area by the distribution means. After passing through the area, the game board 11 is discharged to the back side (discharge path).
Further, a first attacker lamp 75 (see FIG. 3) is provided in the first grand prize winning port 53. The first attacker lamp 75 includes a light emitting element (LED).
The first attacker lamp 75 is controlled to be lit in a predetermined manner during a period in which the first special electric accessory 53a is displaced to an open state (during a small hit game described later).

Below the first big prize opening 53, a second big prize opening 54 (so-called “attacker”) is provided. The second grand prize winning port 54 is capable of entering a game ball flowing down the right path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the left path).
The second grand prize opening 54 has a closed state in which it is impossible to enter game balls into the second big prize opening 54 and an open state in which game balls can enter into the second grand prize opening 54. The second special electric combination (special electric combination) 54a that can be displaced is provided.
The second special electric accessory 54a is opened and closed by a second big prize opening solenoid 66 (see FIG. 3). When the second special winning opening 54 is normally closed, the second special electric accessory 54a is closed, so that it is impossible to enter a game ball, but when a big hit game state occurs, The second special electric accessory 54a is opened, and a game ball can be entered.
A second count switch 103b (see FIG. 3) is disposed in the second big prize opening 54. The second count switch 103b sends a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of the game ball that has entered the second grand prize opening 54 (the game ball has entered the second big prize opening 54). Output. The main control circuit 200 causes the game ball payout device 440 to execute a prize ball payout operation in response to an input of a detection signal from the second count switch 103b.
In addition, a second attacker lamp 76 (see FIG. 3) is provided in the second big prize opening 54. The second attacker lamp 76 includes a light emitting element (LED).
The second attacker lamp 76 is controlled to be lit in a predetermined manner during a period in which the second special electric accessory 54a is displaced to the open state (during execution of a round game described later).

A right other winning opening 57 is provided below the second major winning opening 54. The other right winning port 57 is a ball opening that opens upward, and game balls can always be entered. The other right winning port 57 is capable of entering a game ball flowing down the right path (cannot enter a game ball flowing down the left path).
In the right other winning port 57, a right winning port switch 106b (see FIG. 3) is arranged. The right winning opening switch 106b outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of a game ball that has entered the right other winning opening 57 (a game ball entering the right other winning opening 57). . The main control circuit 200 causes the game ball payout device 440 to execute the payout operation for the prize ball in response to the input of the detection signal from the right winning port switch 106b.

In the lowermost position in the game area 30, an out port 58 is provided for discharging game balls that have not entered (winned) any of the winning ports 51-57.
Here, the inner frame unit 3 includes a discharge path (not shown) through which the game balls discharged from the game area 30 pass. Specifically, the discharge path is attached to the back side of the inner frame provided in the inner frame unit 3. The pachinko machine 1 is configured so that all game balls launched into the game area 30 (all game balls discharged from the game area 30) pass through the discharge path. In other words, the game ball launched into the game area 30 is discharged from the game area 30 by entering any of the winning holes 51 to 57 or passing through the out port 58 and flows into the discharge path. To do.
Specifically, the game balls that have entered the winning openings 51 to 57 are detected by the switches 101, 102, 103a, 103b, 105, 106a, and 106b disposed in the winning openings, and then entered the discharge path. Be guided. In addition, the game ball discharged from the out port 58 is guided to the discharge path.
The inner frame unit 3 is provided with an out switch 109 (see FIG. 3). The out switch 109 outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of a game ball passing through the discharge path (game ball discharged from the game area 30). As a result, all the game balls discharged from the game area 30 are detected by the out switch 109.
Further, a plurality of nails (not shown) are arranged in the game area 30 so as to guide the game balls to the winning ports 51 to 57 and the start gate 41.

A main display 60 is disposed on the game board 11. The main display 60 includes a plurality of lighting elements (segments). Each lighting element is configured by a light emitting element (in the present embodiment, an LED).
Information related to the game is displayed on the main display 60. That is, the main display 60 includes a special figure 1 display apparatus, a special figure 2 display apparatus, a universal figure display apparatus, and a status display apparatus.
Specifically, the main display 60 includes 32 lighting elements (LED1 to LED32). And in the main display 60, LED1-LED8 becomes a special figure 1 display apparatus, LED7-LED16 becomes a special figure 2 display apparatus, LED17-LED24 becomes a common figure display apparatus, and LED25-LED32 shows a status display. It is a device.
The special figure 1 display device can perform change display and stop display of the first special symbol made up of numbers, symbols and the like. And in the special figure 1 display apparatus, the result of the 1st special symbol lottery is displayed by the 1st special symbol stopped and displayed.
The special figure 2 display device can perform change display and stop display of the second special symbol made up of numbers, symbols and the like. And in the special figure 2 display apparatus, the result of the 2nd special symbol lottery is displayed by the 2nd special symbol stopped and displayed.
Here, the display of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) in the special symbol display device and the display of the effect symbols z1 and z2 in the effect symbol display areas a1 to a4 are the time when the variable display is started. The time when the stop display is started and the lottery result indicated by the stopped and displayed symbols are associated with each other.
Then, when the first special symbol (stop symbol) stopped and displayed on the special figure 1 display device becomes a specific symbol (small hit symbol), or the second special symbol stopped and displayed on the special symbol 2 display device When the (stop symbol) becomes a specific symbol (small hit symbol), a small hit gaming state that is a gaming state advantageous to the player is generated.
The general-purpose display device can perform a change display and a stop display of normal symbols made up of numbers, symbols, and the like. Then, the normal symbol display device displays the result of the normal symbol lottery according to the stopped normal symbol. Then, when the normal symbol stopped and displayed on the general diagram display device becomes a specific symbol (per symbol per symbol), a game state per symbol which is a game state advantageous to the player is generated.
In the status display device, the number of times the display of the lottery result of the first special symbol lottery is suspended (special figure 1 number of suspensions), the number of times the display of the lottery result of the second special symbol lottery is suspended (special figure 2) Number of holdings), the number of times the display of the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery is held (the number of holdings of ordinary drawings), an instruction for launching a game ball to the right route, and the like are displayed.

The pachinko machine 1 is provided with detection sensors for detecting various abnormal states.
In this embodiment, a glass frame opening sensor 107, an inner frame opening sensor 108, a vibration detection sensor 113, a radio wave detection sensor 114, a magnetic detection sensor 115, and the like are arranged as detection sensors.
The glass frame opening sensor 107 detects the opening of the integrated door unit 4 with respect to the inner frame unit 3. The glass frame opening sensor 107 transmits a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 via the payout control board e3 in response to the opening of the integrated door unit 4 with respect to the inner frame unit 3.
The inner frame opening sensor 108 detects the opening of the inner frame unit 3 with respect to the outer frame unit 2. The inner frame opening sensor 108 transmits a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 via the payout control board e3 in response to the opening of the inner frame unit 3 with respect to the outer frame unit 2.
The vibration detection sensor 113 detects the vibration of the game board 11. In the present embodiment, the vibration detection sensor 113 is disposed on the game board 11. The vibration detection sensor 113 transmits a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of vibration of the game board 11.
The radio wave detection sensor 114 detects radio waves generated around the game board 11. In the present embodiment, two radio wave detection sensors 114 are arranged in the game board 11. Each radio wave detection sensor 114 transmits a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to detection of the radio wave.
The magnetic detection sensor 115 detects magnetism generated around the game board 11. In the present embodiment, three magnetic detection sensors 115 are provided. Specifically, one magnetic detection sensor 115 is disposed in the inner frame unit 3 (discharge path). In the game board 11, two magnetic detection sensors 115 are provided. And the magnetic detection sensor 115 arrange | positioned at the inner frame unit 3 transmits a detection signal with respect to the main control circuit 200 via the payout control board e3 according to the detection of magnetism. In addition, each magnetic detection sensor 115 disposed on the game board 11 transmits a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 in response to the detection of magnetism.

(Control system configuration)
Next, the configuration of the control system in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the control system of the pachinko machine. FIG. 4 is an address map of the memory area used by the CPU 210.
The pachinko machine 1 includes a main control board e1, a sub control board e2, a payout control board e3, an inner frame board e4, an external terminal board e5, a connection board e6, a panel board e7, and the like as circuit boards.
The main control board e1, the sub control board e2, the payout control board e3, the inner frame board e4, the external terminal board e5, the connection board e6, and the panel board e7 are independent (separate) circuit boards. The main control board e1, the sub control board e2, the payout control board e3, the inner frame board e4, the external terminal board e5, the connection board e6, and the panel board e7 are each accommodated in individual board cases (not shown). ing.
The main control board e1, the sub control board e2, and the panel board e7 are included in the game board unit 10. Specifically, the main control board e1, the sub control board e2, and the panel board e7 are attached to the back side of the game board 11.
The payout control board e3, the inner frame board e4, the external terminal board e5, and the connection board e6 are included in the inner frame unit 3. Specifically, the payout control board e3, the inner frame board e4, the external terminal board e5, and the connection board e6 are attached to the back side of the inner frame included in the inner frame unit 3.

The pachinko machine 1 includes various control circuits.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 3, the pachinko machine 1 supplies power (electric power) to the main control circuit 200, the effect control circuit 300, the payout control circuit 400, the control circuits 200, 300, 400, and the like. And a power supply circuit 600 to be supplied.
Each of the control circuits 200, 300, and 400 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a ROM (Read Only Memory) that stores a program related to the progress of the game and data necessary for the progress of the game, and a CPU that is stored in the ROM. And a RAM (Random Access Memory) serving as a temporary storage area used for proceeding with processing based on a program.

The main control circuit 200 is mounted on the main control board e1. The main control circuit 200 includes a CPU 210, a ROM 220, a RAM 230, an input port 240, an output port 250, a frequency generation circuit 260, and a hard random number generation circuit 270.
The input port 240 includes a plurality of input ports (in this embodiment, input port 0 to input port 3).

The input port 0 has a detection signal from the glass frame opening sensor 107, a detection signal from the inner frame opening sensor 108, a detection signal from the vibration detection sensor 113, a detection signal from one radio wave detection sensor 114, and three magnetic detections. A detection signal or the like from the sensor 115 is input.
The detection signal from the glass frame opening sensor 107, the detection signal from the inner frame opening sensor 108, and the detection signal from the magnetic detection sensor 115 disposed in the inner frame unit 3 are the payout control board e3 and the inner frame board. Input to input port 0 via e4.
A detection signal from the vibration detection sensor 113, a detection signal from one radio wave detection sensor 114, and a detection signal from each magnetic detection sensor 115 disposed on the game board 11 are input via the panel substrate e7. Input to port 0.

The input port 1 receives a RAM clear signal from the RAM clear switch, a detection signal from the key rotation detection switch 111, a detection signal from the set value selection switch, and the like.
The input port 2 includes a detection signal from the first count switch 103a, a detection signal from the second count switch 103b, a detection signal from the V region switch 105, a detection signal from the left winning port switch 106a, and a right winning port switch 106b. , A detection signal from the out switch 109, a detection signal from the other radio wave detection sensor 114, and the like.
The input port 3 receives a detection signal from the special figure 1 start port switch 101, a detection signal from the special figure 2 start port switch 102, a detection signal from the gate switch 104, and the like.
Each input port (input port 0 to input port 3) is provided with a reception storage area corresponding to each signal (each detection sensor). In each reception storage area, 1-bit data indicating a reception state of a signal corresponding to the reception storage area is set.
Specifically, each reception storage area is set to “1” when a signal corresponding to the reception storage area is input, and when a signal corresponding to the reception storage area is not input, “0” is set.

The output port 250 includes a plurality of output ports (in this embodiment, output port 0 to output port 4).
The output port 0 outputs a data signal (“SEGDATA0” to “SEGDATA7”) for controlling lighting of the main display 60. The data signal output from the output port 0 is input to a source driver (not shown) of the main display 60.
The output port 1 outputs common signals (“COM0” to “COM3”) for controlling lighting of the main display 60 and the performance display device 61. The common signal output from the output port 1 is input to a sink driver (not shown) common to the main display device 60 and the performance display device 61.
The output port 2 outputs external signals (OUT1 to OUT6, OUT8). The external signal output from the output port 2 is input to the hall computer 450 via the payout control board e3, the inner frame board e4, and the external terminal board e5.
External signals (OUT1 to OUT6, OUT8) output from the output port 2 are input to the hall computer 450 via the payout control board e3, the inner frame board e4, and the external terminal board e5.

The output port 3 is a control signal for controlling the drive of the sorting member solenoid 63, a control signal for controlling the drive of the ordinary electric accessory solenoid 64, and a drive of the first big prize opening solenoid 65. A control signal, a control signal for controlling the driving of the second big prize opening solenoid 66, a control signal for controlling the driving of the V distribution solenoid 67, and the like are output. Each control signal output from the output port 3 is input to the solenoids 63 to 67 via the panel substrate e7.
The output port 4 outputs a data signal (“7SEGDATA0” to “7SEGDATA7”) for controlling the lighting of the performance display device 61. The data signal output from the output port 4 is input to a source driver (not shown) of the performance display device 61.

The main control circuit 200 includes a command output port 1 and a command output port 2. Then, the CPU 210 transmits a control command (subcommand transmission signal) from the command output port 1 to the effect control circuit 300, and transmits a control command (payout command transmission) from the command output port 2 to the payout control circuit 400. Signal).
The command output port 1 and the command output port 2 are respectively a transmission data register (not shown), a FIFO (First In First Out) buffer (not shown), a transmission shift register (not shown), have.
The transmission data register outputs a control command input based on a subcommand transmission process (step S2-4), which will be described later, to the FIFO buffer.
The FIFO buffer is composed of a plurality of registers, and can store a plurality of control commands. The FIFO buffer stores the control command input from the transmission data register and outputs the stored control command to the transmission shift register in the input order.
The transmission shift register performs parallel-serial conversion on the control command input from the FIFO buffer, and transmits it to the effect control circuit 300 or the payout control circuit 400 as serial data.

Further, a test signal output circuit 900 is mounted on the main control board e1.
In the test signal management process (step S4-18) described later, the CPU 210 generates test information (test signal) indicating the internal state (big hit game state, execution state of time reduction control, probability state of special symbol lottery, etc.). The generated test signal is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, the test signal stored in the port output request buffer is output from a predetermined output port.
A test signal output from a predetermined output port is input to an interface board of a test computer (not shown) via a test signal output circuit 900.
Further, a detection signal from the special figure 1 start port switch 101, a detection signal from the special figure 2 start port switch 102, a detection signal from the first count switch 103a, a detection signal from the second count switch 103b, from the gate switch 104 Detection signal, detection signal from the V region switch 105, detection signal from the left prize opening switch 106a, detection signal from the right prize opening switch 106b, detection signal from the out switch 109, and the like are input to the input port 240. At the same time, it is input to the interface board of the test computer via the test signal output circuit 900.
Further, control signals for controlling the driving of the solenoids 63 to 67 output from the output port 3 are input to the solenoids 63 to 67, and are connected to the test computer via the test signal output circuit 900. Input to the interface board.

The main control circuit 200 includes a memory area used by the CPU 210. As shown in FIG. 4, the memory area used by the CPU 210 includes a memory area (0000H to 2FFFH) allocated to the ROM 220 and a memory area (F000H to F3FFH) allocated to the RAM 230. .
Here, in FIG. 4, the address for specifying the memory area is shown in hexadecimal (“H” indicates that it is hexadecimal).

The ROM 220 (memory area of the ROM 220) is provided with a use area m1 (0000H to 1A7AH) and a non-use area m2 (2000H to 2BFFH).
The use area m1 stores (stores) a program and data for controlling the progress of the game.
The non-use area m2 includes a program and data for executing processing related to a test defined by the gaming machine rules, and a program and data for controlling display of the performance display device 61 (a program for calculating a base ratio described later) And data) are stored (stored).
The use area m1 includes a program area (0000H to 0A89H), an unused area (0A8AH to 0FFFH), and a data area (1000H to 1A7AH). In the program area, a program for controlling the progress of the game is stored. On the other hand, data for controlling the progress of the game is stored in the data area. The used area m1 may be configured without including an unused area.
In the non-use area m2, a program area (2000H to 27FFH) and a data area (2800H to 2BFFH) are provided. The program area stores a program for executing a process related to a test determined by the gaming machine rules and a program for controlling display on the performance display device 61. On the other hand, the data area stores data for executing processing related to the test determined by the gaming machine rules and data for controlling the display of the performance display device 61.
In addition to the use area m1 and the non-use area m2, the ROM 220 includes an unused area (1A7BH to 1DFFH), a ROM comment area (1E00H to 1EFFH), a program management area (2FC0H to 2FFFH), and the like. Yes.
Arbitrary data such as a program title and version is stored in the ROM comment area. On the other hand, the program management area stores information necessary for the CPU 210 to execute various programs.
In the ROM 220, an unused area m3 of a predetermined byte (for example, 4 bytes or more) is provided between the use area m1 and the non-use area m2. Thereby, the boundary between the use area m1 and the non-use area m2 is clarified.

The RAM 230 (memory area of the RAM 230) is provided with a use area M1 (F000H to F1FFH) and a non-use area M2 (F210H to F228H).
The use area M1 is used when executing a process based on a program (a program for controlling the progress of the game) stored in the use area m1. In other words, in the use area M1, various data are temporarily stored when executing the processing based on the program (program for controlling the progress of the game) stored in the use area m1.
The out-of-use area M2 is a process based on a program stored in the out-of-use area m2 (a program for executing a process related to a test defined by the gaming machine rules or a program for controlling display of the performance display device 61). Used when executing That is, in the non-use area M2, a program stored in the non-use area m2 (a program for executing a process related to a test determined by the gaming machine rules or a program for controlling the display of the performance display device 61) When executing the processing based on the above, various data are temporarily stored.
Specifically, in the use area M1, input / output data in the main control circuit 200, data for arithmetic processing, various counters (random number counter, timer counter, etc.), flags for managing lottery results and gaming states, etc. are temporarily stored. Memorized. In particular, the use area M1 is an area for storing start information acquired in response to input of detection signals from each of the special figure 1 start opening switch 101, the special figure 2 start opening switch 102, and the gate switch 104 ( A starting information storage area (to be described later) is provided.
The use area M1 is provided with a work area (F000H to F12AH), an unused area (F12BH to F1D7H), and a stack area (F1D8H to F1FFH). The work area is used as an area for temporarily storing various data during execution of the program (program for controlling the progress of the game) stored in the use area m1. On the other hand, the stack area is used as an area for temporarily saving various data during execution of a program (a program for controlling the progress of the game) stored in the use area m1. The used area M1 may be configured without including an unused area.
The non-use area M2 is provided with a work area (F210H to F21FH) and a stack area (F220H to F228H). The work area is executing a program stored in the non-use area m2 (a program for executing a process related to a test determined by the gaming machine rules or a program for controlling display of the performance display device 61). In addition, it is used as an area for temporarily storing various data. On the other hand, the stack area is executing a program stored in the non-use area m2 (a program for executing a process related to a test determined by the gaming machine rules or a program for controlling display of the performance display device 61). In addition, it is used as an area for temporarily saving various data.
Further, the RAM 230 is provided with an unused area M3 of a predetermined byte (4 bytes or more) between the use area M1 and the non-use area M2. Thereby, the boundary between the use area M1 and the non-use area M2 is clarified.

In particular, in the present embodiment, in processing based on a program (program for controlling the progress of a game) stored in the use area m1, it is permitted to refer to data stored in the non-use area M2. Yes.
On the other hand, it is prohibited to rewrite (change) the data stored in the non-use area M2 by the processing based on the program (program for controlling the progress of the game) stored in the use area m1. Yes.
Further, in a process based on a program stored in the non-use area m2 (a program for executing a process related to a test determined by the gaming machine rules or a program for controlling the display of the performance display device 61), the use area It is permitted to refer to the data stored in M1.
On the other hand, the area used by the process based on the program stored in the non-use area m2 (the program for executing the process related to the test defined by the gaming machine rules or the program for controlling the display of the performance display device 61) It is prohibited to rewrite (change) the data stored in M1.
The game in the pachinko machine 1 can be advanced (completed) by a program (a program for controlling the progress of the game) stored in the use area m1.

The frequency generation circuit 260 generates a clock (synchronization signal) at a predetermined clock frequency (in this embodiment, 12 [MHz]), and outputs this clock to each of the CPU 210 and the hard random number generation circuit 270.
The hard random number generating circuit 270 generates a first loop counter for generating a random number per normal symbol lottery, a second loop counter for generating a random number per first special symbol lottery, and a random number per second special symbol lottery. The third loop counter includes a fourth loop counter that generates a reach group random number.
Each time one clock is input from the frequency generation circuit 260, the first loop counter updates the value of the loop counter one by one within a predetermined range (in the range of 0 to 65535 in this embodiment). A random number is generated per normal symbol lottery. In the present embodiment, the value of the first loop counter is updated every 0.083 [μs] (1 [s] / 12 [MHz] = 0.083 [μs]).
Each time one clock is input from the frequency generation circuit 260, the second loop counter updates the value of the loop counter one by one within a predetermined range (in the range of 0 to 65535 in this embodiment). A random number is generated for the first special symbol lottery. In the present embodiment, the value of the second loop counter is updated every 0.083 [μs] (1 [s] / 12 [MHz] = 0.083 [μs]).
Each time one clock is input from the frequency generation circuit 260, the third loop counter updates the value of the loop counter one by one within a predetermined range (in the range of 0 to 65535 in this embodiment). A random number is generated for the second special symbol lottery. In the present embodiment, the value of the third loop counter is updated every 0.083 [μs] (1 [s] / 12 [MHz] = 0.083 [μs]).
Each time 32 clocks are input from the frequency generation circuit 260 (once every time the clock frequency is divided by 32), the fourth loop counter sets the value of the loop counter within a predetermined range (in this embodiment, 0 to 10006). Reach group random numbers are generated by updating one by one in the range. In the present embodiment, the value of the fourth loop counter is updated every 2.666 [μs] (32 [s] / 12 [MHz] = 2.666 [μs]).

The main control board e1 is provided with a set value operation unit (not shown). The set value operation unit includes a key rotation detection switch 111 (see FIG. 3), a set value selection switch 112 (see FIG. 3), and a set value display device 62 (see FIG. 3).
The key rotation detection switch 111 has an operation unit that can be switched between a setting permission state and a setting prohibition state. The key rotation detection switch 111 outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 when the operation unit is switched to the setting permission state. On the other hand, the key rotation detection switch 111 stops outputting the detection signal to the main control circuit 200 when the operation unit is switched to the setting prohibited state.
In the present embodiment, a keyhole into which a dedicated key is inserted is provided in the operation unit of the key rotation detection switch 111. In the key rotation detection switch 111, the state of the operation unit (setting permitted state or setting prohibited state) can be switched by inserting a dedicated key into the keyhole. That is, in the key rotation detection switch 111, the state of the operation unit (setting permission state or setting prohibition state) cannot be switched unless a dedicated key is inserted into the keyhole.
Further, in the key rotation detection switch 111, it is possible to insert a dedicated key into the keyhole when the operation unit is in a setting prohibited state, and it is possible to remove the dedicated key from the keyhole. On the other hand, with the key rotation detection switch 111, it is impossible to insert a dedicated key into the keyhole when the operation unit is in a setting-permitted state, and it is impossible to remove the dedicated key from the keyhole. Become.
The set value selection switch 112 has an operation unit that can be pressed. The set value selection switch 112 outputs a detection signal to the main control circuit 200 every time the operation unit is pressed.
The set value display device 62 is configured by a 7-segment LED or the like. The set value display device 62 displays a set value to be described later. The set value display device 62 is arranged on the back side of the game board 11 so that it cannot be viewed by the player.

Here, the setting information (setting value) set in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
The “setting information” is information for designating a winning probability (probability of winning “small hit” in the present embodiment) of the special symbol lottery (the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery).
The RAM of the main control circuit 200 is provided with a setting information storage area. In the setting information storage area, any one of “1” to “6” is set (stored) as setting information. And in the pachinko machine 1, the winning probability of the special symbol lottery is set to a probability according to the value set in the setting information storage area.
In the following description, the value stored in the setting information storage area is referred to as “setting value”.
In the present embodiment, the winning probability of the special symbol lottery corresponding to each setting value is the winning probability corresponding to the setting value = “6” and the winning probability corresponding to the setting value = “5” in descending order of the winning probability. , Winning probability corresponding to setting value = “4”, winning probability corresponding to setting value = “3”, winning probability corresponding to setting value = “2”, winning probability corresponding to setting value = “1” (winning Probability “high” → winning probability “low”).

In particular, in the pachinko machine 1, the set value can be changed (selected) when the power is turned on. Here, the change of the set value is executed by an administrator of the pachinko machine 1 (such as an employee of a game hall where the pachinko machine 1 is installed).
In the pachinko machine 1, the set value change permission state is started in response to the power being turned on while the operation unit of the key rotation detection switch 111 is displaced to the setting permission state.
During the setting value change permission state, the setting value display device 62 displays a value indicating a value (setting value) set in the setting information storage area.
In the setting value change permission state, each time the setting value selection switch 112 is pressed, the value (setting value) set in the setting information storage area is changed. At this time, when the value (set value) set in the setting information storage area is changed, the value (value indicating the set value) displayed on the set value display device 62 is also changed accordingly. Be changed.
As a result, the administrator of the pachinko machine 1 sets a desired value among “1” to “6” as a setting value by pressing the setting value selection switch 112 while the setting value change permission state is set. (Select).
Then, in the pachinko machine 1, the setting value change permission state is terminated in response to the operation unit of the key rotation detection switch 111 being switched from the setting permission state to the setting prohibition state. This makes it impossible to change the value (setting value) set in the setting information storage area. Further, the display of the value indicating the set value on the set value display device 62 is ended according to the end of the set value change permission state.

The main control board e1 is provided with a performance display device 61. The performance display device 61 is arranged on the back side of the game board 11 so that it cannot be viewed by the player.
The performance display device 61 includes a plurality of lighting elements (segments). Each lighting element is configured by a light emitting element (in the present embodiment, an LED).
In the performance display device 61, the number of game balls launched into the game area 30 and a predetermined entrance (in this embodiment, the first start port 51, the second start port 52, and other winning ports 54 to 57). Information (base ratio described later) calculated based on the number of prize balls paid out in accordance with the entry of game balls into the game is displayed.
The performance display device 61 includes four (four digits) display units (not shown). Each display unit is composed of eight lighting elements. That is, each display unit is composed of a 7-segment LED that can display numbers, symbols, and the like, and a dot-segment LED that can display dots such as a decimal point.
Specifically, the performance display device 61 includes 32 lighting elements (LED33 to LED64). In the performance display device 61, the LEDs 33 to 40 are the first digit display unit, the LED 41 to LED48 are the second digit display unit, the LED 49 to LED56 are the third digit display unit, and the LED 57 to LED64. Is the fourth digit display.
The main control circuit 200 calculates a base ratio, which will be described later, during the occurrence of a predetermined gaming state (in this embodiment, during the occurrence of the special figure low probability state and during the stop of the short-time control). Then, the calculated base ratio is displayed on the performance display device 61.
“Base ratio” is the ratio (percentage) of the number of payouts to the number of outballs. The main control circuit 200 calculates a base ratio for each predetermined section (period).
In the present embodiment, a section in which a predetermined number (60000 [sphere] in the present embodiment) of out balls is detected (discharged) is defined as the predetermined section. That is, each section starts in response to the end of the previous section, and ends in response to the number of out balls detected in the current section reaching a predetermined number (60000 [sphere]). The main control circuit 200 calculates the base ratio at any time (in real time) during each section.
Here, a predetermined time may be defined as the predetermined section. That is, the main control circuit 200 may be configured to calculate the base ratio for each predetermined time.
“Number of out balls” refers to the number of out balls. “Out ball” refers to a game ball discharged from the game area 30. In the present embodiment, the out ball refers to a game ball (game ball detected by the out switch 109) that has passed through the discharge path.
Here, the game ball discharged from the out port 58 may be an out ball. Specifically, the out switch 109 may be configured to detect only the game balls discharged from the out port 58, and the game balls detected by the out switch 109 may be set as the out balls.
The “number of payouts” refers to the total number of winning balls paid out according to the number of game balls that have entered the first starting port 51, the second starting port 52, and the other winning ports 54 to 57.
The performance display device 61 alternately displays the first base ratio and the second base ratio every predetermined time (5.0 [s] in the present embodiment).
The “first base ratio” is the base ratio of the current section (the base ratio calculated for the period from the start of the current section to the current time).
The “second base ratio” is the base ratio of the previous section (the final base ratio calculated for the previous section).
Specifically, in the performance display device 61, information for identifying the type of the base ratio (first base ratio or second base ratio) by the upper two-digit display section of the four-digit display section. Is displayed. In the performance display device 61, the base ratio (percentage) is displayed by the lower two digits of the four digits display.

The effect control circuit 300 is mounted on the sub control board e2.
The effect control circuit 300 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input port, and an output port.
Based on the control command received from the main control circuit 200, the effect control circuit 300 displays the effect image on the image display device 31, lights up the lamps 74 to 77, outputs the sound from the sound generator 22, and various movable bodies ( Controls driving of a motor for driving (not shown).
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a program related to the progress of the effect, data necessary for the progress of the effect, and the like.
The RAM of the effect control circuit 300 temporarily stores control commands received from the main control circuit 200, data for performing arithmetic processing, and the like.
The CPU of the effect control circuit 300 determines the content of the effect to be executed based on the control command received from the main control circuit 200. Then, display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, motor control data, and the like are generated in accordance with an effect program (effect control table) corresponding to the content of the determined effect. And the control signal based on each produced | generated control data is output with respect to the image display apparatus 31, the sound generator 22, each lamp 74-77, each motor.

The payout control circuit 400 is mounted on the payout control board e3.
The payout control circuit 400 includes a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input port, and an output port.
The payout control circuit 400 controls the game ball launching operation by the game ball launcher 430 based on the detection signal input from the launch volume.
Specifically, the payout control circuit 400 controls the launch operation of the game ball by the game ball launching device 430 so that the game ball is launched into the game area 30 with a strength according to the detection signal input from the launch volume. To do.
Also, the payout control circuit 400 controls the game ball payout operation by the game ball payout device 440 based on the control command received from the main control circuit 200 and the ball lending instruction signal received from the CR unit 500.
Specifically, the ball lending button 7a transmits a ball lending operation signal to the CR unit 500 via the connection board e6 in response to the pressing operation. When the CR unit 500 receives the ball lending operation signal, the CR unit 500 subtracts the frequency necessary for paying out a predetermined number of balls from the remaining frequency of the valuable medium recorded on the inserted prepaid card, The record of the remaining frequency of the valuable medium in the prepaid card is updated, and a ball lending instruction signal instructing to pay out a predetermined number of game balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400 via the connection board e6. Further, when the payout control circuit 400 receives the ball lending instruction signal, the payout control circuit 400 controls the game ball payout operation by the game ball payout device 440 so as to pay out a predetermined number of game balls.
When the prepaid cart is inserted and the record of the remaining frequency of the valuable medium in the prepaid card is updated, the CR unit 500 sends a frequency signal indicating the remaining frequency of the valuable medium via the connection board e6. It transmits with respect to the display apparatus 7c. When the frequency signal is received, the frequency display device 7c displays the remaining frequency of the valuable medium indicated by the frequency signal.
The return button 7b transmits a return operation signal to the CR unit 500 via the connection board e6 in response to the pressing operation. When receiving the return operation signal, the CR unit 500 returns (discharges) the prepaid card in which the remaining frequency of the valuable medium remains.

(About various lotteries)
Next, various lotteries executed by the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, the normal symbol lottery is executed with the passage of the start gate 41 by a game ball as an opportunity.
In the present embodiment, “per regular map” and “out of line” are defined as the result of the normal symbol lottery.
Then, when the “normal per symbol” is won by the normal symbol lottery, a gaming state per normal symbol is generated. In the normal game state, the ordinary electric accessory 52a is displaced (opened) from the closed state to the open state, so that the game ball can enter the second start port 52.

In the case of winning the “per symbol” (winning the normal symbol lottery), the normal symbol display device controls the normal symbol to be stopped and displayed as “per symbol”.
On the other hand, when the normal symbol lottery is lost, the normal symbol display device controls the normal symbol to be stopped and displayed as “offset symbol”.
In the pachinko machine 1, it is possible to execute time reduction control as auxiliary control that is advantageous to the player.
During execution of the time reduction control, the time for displaying the variation of the special symbol (hereinafter referred to as “variation time”) is shortened as compared to when the time reduction control is stopped. In the present embodiment, during the execution of the time reduction control, the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery is improved and the time for displaying the fluctuation of the normal symbol is shortened as compared to when the time reduction control is stopped. In addition, during the execution of the time reduction control, the number of times of opening of the ordinary electric accessory 52a is increased in the game state per drawing as compared to when the time reduction control is stopped, and the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 52a is increased. Extended.
In the case of winning the “per normal”, the number of times of opening of the ordinary electric accessory 52a is set to 1 [times] or 3 [times], and the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 52a at each time is 0.5. [S] or 2.0 [s] is set. At this time, during the execution of the short-time control, the number of times of opening of the ordinary electric accessory 52a is set to 3 [times], and the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 52a at each time is set to 2.0 [s]. Is set. On the other hand, while the short-time control is stopped, the number of times of opening the ordinary electric accessory 52a is set to 1 [times], and the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 52a at each time is set to 0.5 [s]. Is done.

Further, in the pachinko machine 1, the first special symbol lottery is executed in response to the game ball entering the first start port 51, and the second ball is input in response to the game ball entering the second start port 52. A special symbol lottery is executed.
In the present embodiment, “small hit” and “off” are set as the result of the first special symbol lottery. In addition, as a result of the second special symbol lottery, “small hit” and “off” are set.
In particular, the winning probability of the second special symbol lottery (in this embodiment, the probability of winning “small hit”) is higher than the winning probability of the first special symbol lottery. In addition, a probability corresponding to the set value is set as the winning probability of each special symbol lottery.
When the “small hit” is won by the first special symbol lottery or the second special symbol lottery, the small hit gaming state is generated. In the small hit game state, a small hit game in which the first special electric accessory 53a is displaced from the closed state to the open state is executed, and the game ball can be inserted into the first big winning opening 53.
When the passing of the V area by the game ball that has entered the first big winning opening 53 is detected during the small hit game, the big hit gaming state is generated in response to the end of the small hit gaming state. The On the other hand, if the passing of the V area by the game ball that has entered the first big winning opening 53 is not detected during the small hit game, the big hit game state is not generated.
In the big hit game state, a round game in which the second special electric accessory 54a is displaced from the closed state to the open state is executed, and the game ball can enter the second big prize opening 54.

When the “small hit” is won by the special symbol lottery, the stop symbol (display mode) corresponding to the “small hit symbol” is stopped and displayed on the special figure 1 display device or the special figure 2 display device. In the effect symbol display areas a1 to a4, the stop symbol (display mode) corresponding to the “small hit symbol” is stopped and displayed.
Here, the “small hit symbol” is the same as the first effect symbol z1 that is stopped and displayed at the lottery result display positions of the three first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3, for example, “7, 7, 7”, etc. The second effect symbol z2 stopped in the second effect symbol display area a4 is displayed in a predetermined color.
On the other hand, when the special symbol lottery is lost (in the case of “out”), the stop symbol (display mode) corresponding to the “out symbol” is stopped and displayed on the special figure 1 display device or the special figure 2 display device. . In addition, in the effect symbol display areas a1 to a4, the stop symbol (display mode) corresponding to the “missing symbol” is stopped and displayed.
Here, for example, the “offset symbol” indicates that the first effect symbol z1 stopped and displayed in the three first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3 is stopped and displayed in at least one area such as “1, 6, 9”, etc. The number indicated by the “numerical symbol” is a combination different from the number indicated by the “numerical symbol” stopped and displayed in another area, and the second effect symbol z2 stopped and displayed in the second effect symbol display area a4. Is a display mode showing a predetermined color.

During the occurrence of the small hit game state, the small hit game is executed a predetermined number of times (in the present embodiment, 1 [times]).
Each small hit game includes (1) that a predetermined longest opening time (5.0 [s] in the present embodiment) has elapsed since the first special electric accessory 53a is opened, and (2) The number of game balls that have entered the first grand prize opening 53 during execution of the small hit game has reached a predetermined upper limit (1 [ball] in the present embodiment). The process is terminated when the condition is satisfied.
During the occurrence of the big hit gaming state, a predetermined number of round games (9 [times] in the present embodiment) are executed.
In each round game, (1) a predetermined longest opening time (29.0 [s] in the present embodiment) has elapsed since the second special electric accessory 54a was opened, and ( 2) During the execution of the round game, the number of game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening 54 has reached a predetermined upper limit number (10 [balls] in this embodiment). It is ended according to establishment.

In particular, in the pachinko machine 1, when the “first hit” is generated, the big hit of each time is limited to a predetermined number of hits (2 [times] in the present embodiment) including the “first hit”. After completion of the gaming state, time reduction control is executed.
“First hit” refers to a big hit gaming state that occurs based on the first special symbol lottery. In other words, the “first hit” is based on the fact that the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state generated based on the fact that the “small hit” is won by the first special symbol lottery. The state of the big hit game that occurs.
Specifically, the main control circuit 200 includes a set number counter. The set number counter counts the number of jackpot gaming states.
In the pachinko machine 1, when “first hit” occurs, a predetermined set number (3 [times] in the present embodiment) is set in the set number counter. At the end of each big hit game state, “1” is subtracted from the value of the set number counter.
When the value of the set number counter after subtraction is “1” or more, 100 [times] is set as the number of time reductions. As a result, the time reduction control is executed after the end of the big hit gaming state.
On the other hand, when the value of the set number counter after subtraction is “0” or less, 0 [times] is set as the number of time reductions. As a result, the time-shortening control is not executed after the end of the big hit gaming state.
The time reduction control is started in response to the end of the big hit gaming state. The time-shortening control includes (1) the big hit gaming state is generated, and (2) the number of times of special symbol stop display executed during the time-shortening control is the set time-shortening number (in this embodiment, 100 [times]), the process is terminated when one of the conditions is satisfied.
At this time, when the number of times of the special symbol stop display executed during the time reduction control reaches a predetermined time reduction number, and the time reduction control is terminated, the value of the set number counter is “ It is reset to “0”.

As described above, in the pachinko machine 1, it is easier to enter the game ball into the first start port 51 than when the game ball enters into the second start port 52 while the time reduction control is stopped. Thus, the player strikes the game ball with respect to the left-hand path, aiming for the game ball to enter the first start port 51.
Further, when “small hit” is won by the first special symbol lottery, a small hit gaming state is generated. During the occurrence of the small hit game state, the first special electric accessory 53a is displaced to the open state, and the game ball can enter the first big prize opening 53. Thus, the player strikes the game ball on the right path aiming for the game ball to enter the first grand prize opening 53 (passing through the V area by the game ball).
In addition, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the small hit gaming state, the big hit gaming state (“first hit”) is generated in response to the end of the small hit gaming state. The Then, during the occurrence of the big hit gaming state, the second special electric accessory 54a is displaced to the open state, so that the game ball can enter the second big prize opening 54. Thus, the player strikes the game ball on the right path aiming at the game ball entering the second grand prize opening 54.
Further, after the “first hit” is completed, the time reduction control is executed. Then, during execution of the time reduction control, it is easier to enter the game ball into the second start port 52 than to enter the game ball into the first start port 51. Thus, the player strikes the game ball with respect to the right path aiming at entering the game ball into the second start port 52 (passing the start gate 41 by the game ball).

In particular, when “first hit” occurs, a predetermined set number (3 [times] in the present embodiment) is set as the value of the set number counter. Then, at the end of the “first hit”, the value of the set number counter is subtracted from “3” to “2”.
In addition, when a big hit gaming state (second big hit gaming state) is generated based on the second special symbol lottery executed during the short-time control after “first hit”, the second big hit gaming state is At the end, the value of the set number counter is subtracted from “2” to “1”. At this time, since the value of the set number counter after the subtraction is “1” or more, the time reduction control is executed after the end of the second big hit gaming state.
Furthermore, when a big hit gaming state (third big hit gaming state) is generated based on the second special symbol lottery executed during the short-time control after the second big hit gaming state, the third big hit gaming At the end of the state, the value of the set number counter is subtracted from “1” to “0”. At this time, since the value of the set number counter after the subtraction is not “1” or more, the time reduction control is not executed after the end of the third big hit gaming state.

As a result, in the pachinko machine 1, the period from the start of the “first win” to the end of the 3 [times] jackpot game state including the “first hit” is advantageous for the player (a big hit game) One of the state and the state in which the time reduction control is being executed).
However, when the number of stop displays of special symbols executed during the time reduction control reaches a predetermined time reduction number (in this embodiment, 100 [times]) (when the predetermined time reduction number is consumed), At the same time as the short-time control is ended, the value of the set number counter is reset to “0”. As a result, the gaming state advantageous to the player is terminated without generating the big hit gaming state of 3 [times].

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

In the pachinko machine 1, as control commands transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the effect control circuit 300, a symbol type designation command, a variation mode designation command, a variation pattern designation command, a stop designation command, a game state designation command, the number of holds A designation command, an opening designation command, a round start designation command, a round end designation command, an ending designation command, a V winning designation command, a first prefetch designation command, a second prefetch designation command, a third prefetch designation command, and the like are set.
The symbol type designation command is a command for designating the type of stop symbol ("missing symbol" or "small hit symbol"). The symbol type designation command is transmitted when the special symbol variable display is started. In the present embodiment, symbols corresponding to the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery are set as the symbol type designation command.

The variation mode designation command is a command for designating the type of variation mode (variation mode number). The variation mode designation command designates the variation time associated with the variation mode number by designating the variation mode number. The variation mode designation command designates the variation time of the first half period (a mode of the first half period of the variation effect) of the special symbol variation display (variation effect).
In the present embodiment, m (plural) types of variation modes associated with different variation times are set as the variation mode types. The variation mode designation command designates one of the m types of variation modes (variation mode number) (“variation mode m”).
The variation pattern designation command is a command for designating a variation pattern type (variation pattern number). The variation pattern designation command designates the variation time associated with the variation pattern number by designating the variation pattern number. The variation pattern designation command designates the variation time of the latter half period (the aspect of the second half period of the variation effect) of the variation display (variation effect) of the special symbol.
In the present embodiment, n (plural) types of variation patterns associated with different variation times are set as the variation pattern types. Then, the variation pattern designation command designates one of the n types of variation patterns (variation pattern number) (“variation pattern n”).
The variation mode designation command and the variation pattern designation command are transmitted at the start of variation display of the special symbol.

The stop designation command is a command for designating stop display of a special symbol (effect symbols z1, z2). The stop designation command is transmitted at the start of the special symbol stop display.
The game state designation command is a command for designating a game state (game state offset value).
Here, the “gaming state offset value” is information for designating the gaming state. In the present embodiment, as the gaming state offset value, a numerical value corresponding to each combination of the value of the time reduction control flag and the value of the big hit rear rotation number counter is set.
The gaming state designation command designates one gaming state offset value. The game state designation command is transmitted when the power is turned on or when a special game phase to be described later is changed.
Here, as the gaming state offset value, a numerical value corresponding to each combination of the value of the short-time control flag, the value of the counter-rotation counter value of the big hit, and the value (setting value) stored in the setting information storage area is It may be configured as set. Then, when the gaming state designation command is transmitted, the value of the time reduction control flag set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230, the value of the big hit after rotation number counter, and the value stored in the setting information storage area, The gaming state offset value corresponding to the confirmation result is calculated, and a gaming state designation command for designating the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230 (sent to the effect control circuit 300) Yes, it may be configured.

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

The opening designation command is a command for designating the start of the opening period. The opening designation command designates the start of the small hit gaming state or the start of the big hit gaming state. The opening designation command is transmitted at the start of the opening period (at the start of the small hit gaming state or the big hit gaming state).
The round start designation command is a command for designating the start of a round (small hit game or round game). Specifically, the round start designation command designates the start of one of the first round to the tenth round.
In the present embodiment, the small hit game executed during the occurrence of the small hit game state is the first round. Further, the first round game to the ninth round game executed during the occurrence of the big hit gaming state are the second round to the tenth round. Accordingly, 10 rounds are executed through the small hit game state and the big hit game state. The round start designation command is transmitted at the start of each round.
The round end designation command is a command for designating the end of a round. The round end designation command is transmitted at the end of each round.
The ending designation command is a command for designating the start of the ending period. The ending designation command designates the end of the small hit gaming state (the passage of the V area by the game ball was not detected) or the end of the big hit gaming state. The ending designation command is transmitted at the start of the ending period.
The V winning designation command is a command for designating passing of the V area (V winning) by the game ball. The V winning designation command is transmitted when it is detected that the game ball has passed through the V area.

The first look-ahead designation command is a command for designating a stop symbol type (“missing symbol” or “small hit symbol”). In the present embodiment, the first prefetch designation command is set corresponding to each of the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery.
The second prefetch designation command is a command for designating the contents of the variation mode. Specifically, the second look-ahead designation command indicates that the type of variation mode is undefined (“undefined value”), or one of m types of variation modes (variation mode number) (“variation mode m”). ) Is specified. The second prefetch designation command is transmitted when starting information is stored.
The third prefetch designation command is a command for designating the contents of the variation pattern. Specifically, the third look-ahead designation command indicates that the type of variation pattern is undefined (“undefined value”) or one of n types of variation patterns (variation pattern numbers) (“variation pattern n”). ) Is specified. The third prefetch designation command is transmitted when starting information is stored.

The main control circuit 200 and the payout control circuit 400 are connected to each other via a harness for serial communication. Here, communication between the main control circuit 200 and the payout control circuit 400 is performed in both directions. Each control command transmitted / received between the main control circuit 200 and the payout control circuit 400 is composed of 1-byte data.
The main control circuit 200 transmits a control command to the payout control circuit 400 by serial communication. In the payout control circuit 400, when a control command is received from the main control circuit 200, a serial communication reception interrupt is generated, and the data of the control command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM by this interrupt processing. Also, the payout control circuit 400 transmits a control command to the main control circuit 200 by serial communication. When receiving a control command from the payout control circuit 400, the main control circuit 200 generates a serial communication reception interrupt, and stores the data of the control command in a predetermined area of the RAM 230 by this interrupt processing.
In the pachinko machine 1, a prize ball number designation command or the like is set as a control command transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the payout control circuit 400.
The prize ball number designation command is a command for designating the number of prize balls to be paid out. In the present embodiment, the prize ball number designation command designates the payout of n (n = 1 to 15) prize balls. The award ball number designation command is transmitted when the award ball payout operation is executed by the payout control circuit 400.
Further, in the pachinko machine 1, control commands transmitted from the payout control circuit 400 to the main control circuit 200 include occurrence / release of payout errors, occurrence / release of full tank errors, occurrence / release of ball clogging errors, etc. Control commands that specify each are set. Each control command is transmitted upon detection of occurrence / release of various errors.

(Processing executed by main control circuit 200)
Next, processing executed by the main control circuit 200 will be described.
First, the functions of the hardware configured in the main control circuit 200 will be described.
When the pachinko machine 1 is powered on, the hard random number generation circuit 270 starts a hard random number update process.
In the hard random number update process, every time one clock is input from the frequency generation circuit 260 (in this embodiment, every 0.083 [μs]), the values of the first to third loop counters are within a predetermined range. Within the range (in the range of 0 to 65535 in the present embodiment) by one.
Also, in the hard random number update process, every time 32 clocks are input from the frequency generation circuit 260 (in this embodiment, every 2.666 [μs]), the value of the fourth loop counter is within a predetermined range (this In the embodiment, “1” is updated in the range of 0 to 10006.
Then, by the hard random number update process, the random numbers for the normal symbol lottery, the random numbers for the first special symbol lottery, the random numbers for the second special symbol lottery, and the reach group random number are updated. The hard random number update process is executed as a function of the hard random number generation circuit 270 (hardware), and is executed independently of the process executed by the CPU 210 described later based on software.
When the power is turned on to the pachinko machine 1, the transmission shift register of the command output ports 1 and 2 transmits the control command stored in the FIFO buffer to the effect control circuit 300 or the payout control circuit 400. Starts the control command transmission process. The control command transmission process is executed as a function of the command output ports 1 and 2 (hardware), and is executed independently of the process executed by the CPU 210 described later based on software.

Next, a game control process executed by the CPU 210 of the main control circuit 200 based on a program (software) stored in the ROM 220 will be described.
FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the CPU initialization process.
When the pachinko machine 1 is powered on, the CPU 210 starts the CPU initialization process shown in FIG. The CPU initialization process is a process based on a program for controlling the progress of the game. That is, the CPU initialization process is based on a program stored in the use area m1 (program area) of the ROM 220.
When the CPU initialization process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S1-1.
In step S1-1, an initial setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-2. In the initial setting process, a startup program is read from the ROM 220 and settings necessary for executing various processes are performed.
In step S1-2, a wait processing time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-3. In the wait processing time setting process, a predetermined wait processing time is set in the timer counter. Then, measurement of the set wait processing time by the timer counter is started. Also, the RAM clear signal is read.
Here, the pachinko machine 1 is provided with a ram clear switch (not shown). When the power is turned on while the ram clear switch is being pressed, a ram clear signal is input to the input port 240 (input port 1).
In the RAM clear signal reading process, a value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to the ram clear signal of the input port 240 is read.

In step S1-3, it is determined whether or not the wait processing time set in step S1-2 has elapsed. If it is determined that the wait processing time has elapsed (Yes), the process proceeds to step S1-4. If it is determined that the wait processing time has not elapsed (No), the process of step S1-3 is repeated.
In step S1-4, a RAM access permission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-5. In the RAM access permission processing, processing necessary for permitting access to the work area of the RAM 230 is executed.
Specifically, in the RAM access permission process, a value corresponding to access permission is stored as a RAM protect value in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, access to the RAM 230 by the CPU 210 is permitted.
In step S1-5, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the backup effective flag area of the RAM 230. If it is determined that “1” is set in the backup effective flag area (Yes), If the process proceeds to step S1-6 and it is determined that “0” is set in the backup valid flag area (No), the process proceeds to step S1-17.

In step S1-6, a used area checksum calculation process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-7. In the used area checksum calculation process, the checksum is calculated based on information stored in the used area M1 (F000H to F1FFH) of the RAM 230 among the backup information.
In step S1-7, a non-use area checksum calculation process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-8. In the non-use area checksum calculation process, the checksum is calculated based on the information stored in the non-use area M2 (F210H to F228H) of the RAM 230 in the backup information.
In step S1-8, it is determined whether or not the checksum calculated in steps S1-6 and S1-7 is normal. If it is determined that the checksum is normal (Yes), step S1-9 is performed. If it is determined that the checksum is not normal (No), the process proceeds to step S1-17.
Here, “the checksum value of the use area M1 calculated in step S1-6 matches the checksum value of the use area M1 stored in the checksum buffer area” and “step S1- When the checksum value of the non-use area M2 calculated in step 7 matches the checksum value of the non-use area M2 stored in the checksum buffer area " It is determined that the checksum is normal.
On the other hand, “the checksum value of the use area M1 calculated in step S1-6 matches the checksum value of the use area M1 stored in the checksum buffer area” and “step S1-7. The checksum value of the non-use area M2 calculated in step 1 matches the checksum value of the non-use area M2 stored in the checksum buffer area ”. If not, it is determined that the checksum is not normal.

In step S1-9, based on the value read in step S1-2 (value set in the reception storage area corresponding to the ram clear signal), it is determined whether or not the ram clear signal is input. If it is determined that no input has been made (No), the process proceeds to step S1-10. If it is determined that a ram clear signal has been input (Yes), the process proceeds to step S1-18.
In step S1-10, a backup valid flag release process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-11. In the backup valid flag release process, “0” is set in the backup valid flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S1-11, initialization processing at the time of power recovery is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-12. In the power recovery initialization process, the RAM 230 initializes data to be initialized (cleared) when the power is restored (when the data before the power is shut off) is maintained.
In step S1-12, a power recovery subcommand transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-13. In the power-return subcommand transmission process, a subcommand (control command transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the effect control circuit 300) designating that the power supply has been restored is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230. To do. Further, a subcommand for designating a value set in the setting information storage area is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S1-13, a power supply return payout command transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-14. In the power return payout command transmission process, a payout command (control command transmitted from the main control circuit 200 to the payout control circuit 400) designating that the power supply has been recovered from the power shutdown is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. To do.

In step S1-14, an effect return subcommand transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-15. In the effect return subcommand transmission process, the effect return subcommand (power recovery return phase designation command, gaming state designation command, power supply restoration designation command, etc.) is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
Here, the “power supply restoration phase designation command” is a control command for designating a special game phase in which the performance is restored.
In the effect return subcommand transmission process, first, the current special game phase is confirmed based on the value of the special game phase flag set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. Then, a power return phase designation command for designating the confirmed special game phase is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
Also, a gaming state offset value is calculated based on the current gaming state. More specifically, the value of the time reduction control flag set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230 and the value of the big hit rear rotation number counter are confirmed, and a gaming state offset value corresponding to the confirmation result is calculated. Then, a gaming state designation command that designates the calculated gaming state offset value is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S1-15, an interrupt setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-16. In the interrupt initial setting process, the CTC (counter / timer circuit), which is a peripheral device, is initialized.
Specifically, the CPU 210 sets an interrupt vector register, and sets an interrupt count value (4.0 [ms] in the present embodiment) in the CTC.

In step S1-16, a set value change permission process is executed, and the process proceeds to a main loop process (step S2-1).
In the set value change permission process, first, it is determined whether or not a set value change permission condition is satisfied. If it is determined that the set value change permission condition is satisfied, “1” is set in the set value change permission flag area of the RAM 230. On the other hand, when it is determined that the set value change permission condition is not satisfied, “0” is set in the set value change permission flag area of the RAM 230.
In the present embodiment, both “the detection signal is input from the key rotation detection switch 111” and “the inner frame unit 3 is opened (or the integrated door unit 4 is opened)”. If the above condition is satisfied, it is determined that the set value change condition is satisfied.
On the other hand, at least one of “the detection signal is input from the key rotation detection switch 111” and “the inner frame unit 3 is opened (or the integrated door unit 4 is opened)”. If the above condition is not satisfied, it is determined that the set value change condition is not satisfied.
In addition, when both the conditions that “the detection signal is input from the key rotation detection switch 111” and “the door opening information (external signal) is being output” are satisfied, the setting value change condition is satisfied. Determined and set when at least one of the conditions that "the detection signal is input from the key rotation detection switch 111" and "the door opening information (external signal) is being output" is not satisfied It may be configured to determine that the value change condition is not satisfied.

In step S1-17, a non-use area initialization process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-18. In the unused area initialization process, the unused area M2 in the RAM 230 is initialized.
Specifically, in the unused area initialization process, information stored in the unused area M2 is cleared (initialized). As a result, the work area and the stack area of the non-use area M2 are all initialized, and even if valid backup information is stored, the contents are erased.
In step S1-18, a use area initialization process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-19. In the use area initialization process, the use area M1 in the RAM 230 is initialized.
Specifically, in the use area initialization process, information stored in the use area M1 is cleared (initialized). As a result, the work area and the stack area of the use area M1 are all initialized, and even if valid backup information is stored, the contents are erased.
That is, predetermined initial values are set as values of various flag areas (time-short control flag area, special game phase flag area, normal game phase flag area, etc.). Also, predetermined initial values (“0” in the present embodiment) are set as values of various counter areas (time-short counter area, set number counter, big hit post-rotation counter area, etc.). Further, a predetermined initial value (“3” in the present embodiment) is set in the setting information storage area.
In this embodiment, when the checksum is not normal, the use area M1 is initialized after the non-use area M2 is initialized. On the other hand, when the checksum is normal, the use area M1 is initialized only when the RAM clear signal is input.
As a result, as long as the checksum is normal, even if the RAM clear signal is input, the non-use area M2 is not initialized. Therefore, even if the RAM clear switch is operated, information on the base ratio (not used) Information stored in the area M2) can be maintained.

In step S1-19, a RAM clear subcommand transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-20. In the RAM clear subcommand transmission process, a subcommand designating that the RAM clear has been executed is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM230. Further, the subcommand specifying the value (setting value = “3”) set in the setting information storage area is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S1-20, a RAM clear payout command transmission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S1-14. In the RAM clear payout command transmission process, a payout command designating that the RAM clear has been executed is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, main loop processing executed by the CPU 210 will be described.
FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the main loop process.
When the CPU initialization process (step S1-16) shown in FIG. 5 ends, the CPU 210 starts the main loop process shown in FIG. The main loop process is a process based on a program for controlling the progress of the game. That is, the main loop process is a process based on a program stored in the use area m1 (program area) of the ROM 220.
When the main loop process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S2-1.
In step S2-1, an interrupt prohibition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S2-2. In the interrupt prohibition process, an interrupt prohibition state for prohibiting interrupts of other processes is set. As a result, during a period in which the interrupt disabled state is set, execution of power-off saving processing, timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later, is prohibited.
In step S2-2, an initial value random number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S2-3. In the initial value random number update process, the value of the loop counter for generating the initial value random number is updated.
Here, the “initial value random number” is a random number for determining an initial value and an end value of a soft random number (such as a winning design random number, a reach mode random number, or a variation pattern random number) that is a random number generated in the program.
That is, the value of the loop counter that generates the soft random number is updated within a range from a preset initial value to an end value. The initial value and end value of the loop counter that generates the soft random number are changed every time the value of the loop counter reaches the end value. At this time, the initial value and end value of the loop counter are determined based on the initial value random number.

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

Next, the power-off saving process executed by the CPU 210 will be described.
FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the power-off saving process.
The power supply circuit 600 is connected to a power cutoff detection circuit (not shown). The power shutdown detection circuit monitors the power supply voltage supplied by the power supply circuit 600, and outputs a power shutdown notice signal to the main control circuit 200 when the value of the power supply voltage falls below a predetermined reference value. .
When the CPU 210 receives the power-off notice signal, the CPU 210 starts the power-off saving process shown in FIG. 7 during the interrupt permission period of the main loop process. The power saving shutdown process is a process based on a program for controlling the progress of the game. That is, the power-off saving process is based on a program stored in the use area m1 (program area) of the ROM 220.
When the power saving shutdown process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S3-1.
In step S3-1, a register saving process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-2. In the register saving process, the register value used during the execution of the main loop process is saved in the saving area of the RAM 230.
In step S3-2, a power-off notice signal reading process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-3. In the power shutdown notice signal reading process, the power shutdown notice signal is read from the power shutdown detection circuit.
Specifically, in the power shutdown notice signal reading process, the value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to the power shutdown notice signal of the input port 240 is read.
In step S3-3, based on the value read in step S3-2 (value set in the reception storage area corresponding to the power shutdown notice signal), is the power shutdown notice signal input from the power shutdown detection circuit? If it is determined (bit check) and it is determined that the power shutdown notice signal is input (Yes), the process proceeds to step S3-4, and it is determined that the power shutdown notice signal is not input. In (No), it transfers to step S3-14.

In step S3-4, an output port stop process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-5. In the output port stop process, output of control signals and control commands by the output port 250 (output port 0 to output port 4) is stopped. Further, the detection signal input to the input port 240 (input port 0 to input port 3) is stopped.
In particular, in the output port stop process, the values of all bits included in the port registers of the output ports 0, 1, and 4 are initialized. Thereby, the output of each data signal (“SEGDATA0” to “SEGDATA7”) for controlling the lighting of the main display 60 is stopped. Also, the output of each common signal (“COM0” to “COM3”) for controlling lighting of the main display 60 and the performance display device 61 is stopped. Further, the output of each data signal (“7SEGDATA0” to “7SEGDATA7”) for controlling the lighting of the performance display device 61 is stopped.

In step S3-5, a used area checksum storage process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-6. In the used area checksum storage process, a checksum is calculated based on information stored in the used area M1 (F000H to F1FFH) of the RAM 230. Then, the calculated checksum value is stored in the checksum buffer area.
In step S3-6, a non-use area checksum storage process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-7. In the non-use area checksum saving process, the checksum is calculated based on the information stored in the non-use area M2 (F210H to F228H) of the RAM 230. Then, the calculated checksum value is stored in the checksum buffer area.
In step S3-7, a backup valid flag setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-8. In the backup valid flag setting process, “1” is set in the backup valid flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S3-8, a RAM access prohibition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-9. In the RAM access prohibition process, a process for prohibiting access to the work area of the RAM 230 is executed.
Specifically, in the RAM access prohibition process, a value corresponding to access prohibition is stored as a RAM protect value in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, access to the work area (including the use-prohibited area and the stack area) of the RAM 230 by the CPU 210 is prohibited.

In step S3-9, a loop counter setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-10. In the loop counter setting process, a predetermined number of times of power-off notice signal reading is set as the value of the return determination loop counter.
In step S3-10, a power-off notice signal reading process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-11. In the power shutdown notice signal reading process, the power shutdown notice signal is read from the power shutdown detection circuit.
Specifically, in the power shutdown notice signal reading process, the value (“1” or “0”) set in the reception storage area corresponding to the power shutdown notice signal of the input port 240 is read.
In step S3-11, based on the value read in step S3-10 (value set in the reception storage area corresponding to the power shutdown notice signal), is the power shutdown notice signal input from the power shutdown detection circuit? If it is determined that the power-off notice signal is not input (No), the process proceeds to step S3-12, and if it is determined that the power-off notice signal is input (Yes). Shifts to Step S3-9.
In step S3-12, a loop counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S3-13. In the loop counter update process, “1” is subtracted from the value of the return determination loop counter.
In step S3-13, it is determined whether or not the value of the return determination loop counter is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the return determination loop counter is “0” (Yes), the CPU When the process proceeds to the initialization process (step S1-1) and it is determined that the value of the return determination loop counter is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S3-10.
In step S3-14, a register return process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process returns to the original process. In the register restoration process, the register value saved in step S3-1 is restored. Then, after the register restoration process is completed, the process returns to the main loop process (program address indicated by the stack pointer).

Next, timer interrupt processing executed by the CPU 210 will be described.
FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing timer interrupt processing.
The frequency generation circuit 260 generates an interrupt request signal every predetermined interrupt cycle (4.0 [ms] in this embodiment).
In response to the generation of the interrupt request signal, the CPU 210 starts the timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 8 during the interrupt permission period of the main loop process. The main loop process is a process based on a program for controlling the progress of the game. That is, the main loop process is a process based on a program stored in the use area m1 (program area) of the ROM 220.
When the timer interrupt process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S4-1.
In step S4-1, a register saving process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-2. In the register saving process, all register values used during the execution of the main loop process are saved in the saving area of the RAM 230.
In step S4-2, an interrupt permission process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-3. In the interrupt permission process, an interrupt is permitted.
In step S4-3, a set value management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-4. The set value management process will be described later.

In step S4-4, dynamic port output processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-5. In the dynamic port output process, a control signal is output to each LED constituting the main display device 60 and the performance display device 61.
Specifically, in the dynamic port output process, first, the values of all bits included in the port register of the output port 0 are initialized. As a result, the output of each data signal (“SEGDATA0” to “SEGDATA7”) is stopped (becomes a low level).
Next, the values of all the bits included in the port register of the output port 4 are initialized. As a result, the output of each data signal (“7SEGDATA0” to “7SEGDATA7”) is stopped (becomes a low level).
Next, the common signal control data set in the common signal control data setting area included in the dynamic port output request buffer of the RAM 230 is updated. Thus, each time the dynamic port output process is executed, the common signal to be output (common signal to be high level) is switched. In the present embodiment, lighting of the main display 60 and the performance display device 61 is controlled by a common common signal.
Next, the output of each common signal (each of “COM0” to “COM3”) by the output port 1 is controlled in accordance with the common signal control data set in the common signal control data setting area.
Next, according to the main display data signal control data set in the main display data signal control data setting area included in the dynamic port output request buffer of the RAM 230, each data signal (“SEGDATA0” to “SEGDATA0” to “ SEGDATA7 ") output is controlled.
Next, according to the performance display device data signal control data set in the performance display device data signal control data setting area included in the dynamic port output request buffer of the RAM 230, each data signal (“7SEGDATA0” to “7SEGDATA0” to “ 7SEGDATA7 ") is controlled.

In step S4-5, port input processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-6. In the port input process, the latest switch state is accurately acquired.
Specifically, in the port input process, it is determined whether or not an ON state has occurred for each detection signal input to the input port 240 (input port 0 to input port 3). At this time, based on the information set in the reception storage area corresponding to each detection signal (each detection switch / detection sensor), it is determined whether or not the detection signal is on. When it is determined that an ON state has occurred for each detection signal, information indicating that the ON state has occurred (detected) for the detection signal is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 230.
Here, the “on state” refers to a state in which the detection signal is not input (low level) to a state where the detection signal is input (high level).

In step S4-6, timer update processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-7. In the timer update process, various timers are updated. Specifically, in the timer update process, the values of various timer counters (special game timer, normal game timer, external information timer, etc.) are updated.
In step S4-7, an initial value random number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-8. The initial value random number update process in step S4-7 is the same process as the initial value random number update process in step S2-2. Specifically, in the initial value random number update process, the value of the loop counter for generating the initial value random number is updated.
In step S4-8, a winning symbol random number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-9. In the winning symbol random number update process, the value of the loop counter for generating the winning symbol random number among the soft random numbers is updated.
In step S4-9, switch management processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-10. In the switch management processing, processing (acquisition of various random numbers, etc.) corresponding to the state of each switch 101, 102, 104, 105 (whether or not an on state is detected) is executed. The switch management process will be described later.

In step S4-10, an addition number calculation process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-11. In the addition number calculation process, a value to be added to an out-ball number counter described later and a value to be added to a payout number counter described later are calculated and set.
That is, in the addition number calculation process, first, it is determined whether or not a predetermined gaming state. And when it determines with it not being a predetermined | prescribed gaming state, the non-predetermined gaming state addition number calculation process mentioned later is performed. On the other hand, when it is determined that the game state is the predetermined game state, an addition number calculation process for a predetermined game state described later is executed.
In the present embodiment, when the time reduction control is stopped, it is determined that the game state is predetermined. On the other hand, when the time reduction control is being executed, it is determined that the game state is not the predetermined one.

In the non-predetermined gaming state addition number calculation process, first, the value stored in the out-ball number addition value storage area is cleared, and the value stored in the payout number addition value storage area is cleared.
Next, “0” is set as a value to be added to the out ball number counter in the out ball number addition value storage area of the RAM 230.
Next, “0” is set as a value to be added to the payout number counter in the payout number addition value storage area of the RAM 230.

On the other hand, in the predetermined gaming state addition number calculation process, first, the value stored in the out-ball number addition value storage area is cleared, and the value stored in the payout number addition value storage area is cleared. Also, “0” is set as the value of the payout number calculation counter.
Next, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the out switch 109 has been detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the out switch 109 has been detected, “1” is set as a value to be added to the out ball number counter in the out ball number addition value storage area of the RAM 230. On the other hand, when it is determined that the ON state of the out switch 109 has not been detected, “0” is set as a value to be added to the out ball number counter in the out ball number addition value storage area of the RAM 230.
Next, it is determined whether or not the on state of the left winning opening switch winning ball 106a is detected. When it is determined that the ON state of the left winning port switch winning ball 106a is detected, the value of the payout number calculation counter is paid out according to the game ball entering the left other winning ports 55 and 56. Add “10” which is the number of prize balls. On the other hand, when it is determined that the ON state of the left winning opening switch winning ball 106a is not detected, addition to the value of the payout number calculation counter is not executed.
Next, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the right winning opening switch winning ball 106b is detected. When it is determined that the ON state of the right winning opening switch winning ball 106b is detected, the winning ball paid out in accordance with the entering of the game ball into the right other winning port 57 is set to the value of the payout number calculation counter. The number “10” is added. On the other hand, when it is determined that the ON state of the right winning opening switch winning ball 106b is not detected, addition to the value of the payout number calculation counter is not executed.
Next, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the special figure 1 start port switch 101 is detected. When it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 1 start port switch 101 has been detected, a prize ball that is paid out in accordance with the number of game balls that enter the first start port 51 is set to the value of the payout number calculation counter. The number “3” is added. When it is determined that the on-state of the special opening 1 is not detected, addition to the value of the payout number calculation counter is not executed.
Next, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the special figure 2 start port switch 102 is detected. When it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 start port switch 102 has been detected, a prize ball is paid out in accordance with the game ball entering the second start port 52 to the value of the payout number calculation counter. The number “1” is added. When it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 start port switch 102 is not detected, the addition to the value of the payout number calculation counter is not executed.
Next, in the payout amount addition value storage area of the RAM 230, the value of the payout number calculation counter is set as a value to be added to the payout number counter.

In step S4-11, a special game management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-12. In the special game management process, the operations of the special figure display devices (the special figure 1 display device and the special figure 2 display device) and the special electric actors 53a and 54a are managed. The special game management process will be described later.
In step S4-12, a normal game management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-13. In the normal game management process, the operation of the general-purpose display device and the operation of the normal electric accessory 52a are managed. The normal game management process will be described later.

In step S4-13, error management processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-14. In the error management process, various errors (abnormal conditions) are determined, and settings are made according to the determination results.
In step S4-14, a winning opening switch process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-15. In the winning opening switch processing, processing (update of various counters, etc.) according to the state of each switch 101, 102, 103a, 103b, 106a, 106b (whether or not an on state is detected) is executed.
In step S4-15, a payout control management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-16. In the payout control management process, a payout command is generated based on the value of the prize ball control counter set in step S4-14, and the generated payout command is transmitted.
In the present embodiment, as the winning ball control counter, the winning ball control counter 1 that stores the number of ball playing balls that have entered the big winning ports 53 and 54 and the left and right winning ports 55 and 56 of the ball playing balls that have entered the left winning ports 55 and 56 are stored. The prize ball control counter 2 that stores the number, the prize ball control counter 3 that stores the number of ball game balls that have entered the right other winning port 57, and the number of ball game balls that have entered the first start port 51 A prize ball control counter 4 to be stored and a prize ball control counter 5 to store the number of ball game balls that have entered the second start port 52 are set.

In the payout control management process, first, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 1 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 1 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (15 [balls] in this embodiment) of payout balls is generated. The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. After that, when the payout of the prize ball by the game ball payout device 440 is completed, the payout control circuit 400 transmits a main command designating the completion of the payout to the main control circuit 200. Then, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 1 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 2 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 2 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (in this embodiment, 10 [balls]) of payout balls is generated, The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. Thereafter, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 2 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 3 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 3 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (in this embodiment, 10 [balls]) of payout balls is generated, The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. Thereafter, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 3 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 4 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 4 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (3 balls in this embodiment) of prize balls is generated, The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. Thereafter, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 4 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.
Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the prize ball control counter 5 is “1” or more. When it is determined that the value of the prize ball control counter 5 is “1” or more, a payout command for designating a predetermined number (1 [ball] in the present embodiment) of the prize balls is generated, The generated payout command is stored in the payout command output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a payout command designating the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls is transmitted to the payout control circuit 400. Thereafter, “1” is subtracted from the value of the prize ball control counter 5 in response to reception of the main command designating completion of the payout.

In step S4-16, a launch position designation management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-17. In the launch position designation management process, a process related to launch position designation is executed.
Specifically, in the launch position designation management process, when changing from a state in which the launch of the game ball to the left route is designated to a state in which the launch of the game ball to the right route is designated (such as when the small hit game state is started) ) Is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, a subcommand for designating the launch of the game ball on the right path is transmitted to the effect control circuit 300.

In step S4-17, external information management processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-18. In the external information management process, external information (external signal) output to the hall computer 450 (or data display device) is set.
In the present embodiment, as the external information output from the pachinko machine 1 to the external device (the electronic device such as the hall computer 450 and the data display device), the symbol determination number information, the start opening information, the jackpot information, the security information, the out information Mouth payout number information, setting value changing information, and the like are defined.
The “symbol determined number information” is external information regarding the number of executions of the special symbol lottery (special symbol variation display and stop display). The CPU 210 outputs an external signal corresponding to the symbol determination number information to the hall computer 450 (or the data display device) every time the number of executions of the special symbol stop display reaches a predetermined number.
“Starting port information” is external information relating to the entrance of game balls into the starting ports 51 and 52. The CPU 210 outputs an external signal corresponding to the start port information to the hall computer 450 (or the data display device) every time an on state of the detection signals input from the start port switches 101 and 102 is detected. .
The “hit information” is external information regarding the occurrence of the big hit gaming state. The main control circuit 200 outputs an external signal corresponding to the jackpot information to the hall computer 450 (or data display device) every time a jackpot gaming state is generated.
The “out port payout information” is external information regarding the number of game balls discharged from the discharge path (or the number of game balls discharged from the out port 58). The CPU 210 outputs an external signal corresponding to the out-payout number information to the hall computer 450 every time the value of the external information out-ball number counter reaches a predetermined value.
“Setting value changing information” is external information indicating that the setting value is being changed (that the setting value change permission condition is satisfied). The CPU 210 always outputs an external signal corresponding to the setting value changing information to the hall computer 450 during the period in which “1” is set in the setting value changing flag area.

In the external information management process, it is determined whether or not the value of the external information confirmation number counter has reached a predetermined value (1 [times] in this embodiment). When it is determined that the value of the external information determination number counter has reached a predetermined value, the symbol determination number information (external signal) is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230. Thereafter, a predetermined value (1 [times] in the present embodiment) is subtracted from the value of the external information determination number counter. As a result, symbol determination frequency information (external signal) is output to the hall computer 450.
Further, in the external information management process, it is determined whether or not the value of the external information start entrance ball number counter has reached a predetermined value (1 [times] in the present embodiment). Then, when it is determined that the value of the external information start opening ball count counter has reached a predetermined value, the start opening information (external signal) is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230. Thereafter, a predetermined value (1 [times] in the present embodiment) is subtracted from the value of the external information start entrance ball number counter. Thereby, start port information (external signal) is output to the hall computer 450.
In the external information management process, it is determined whether or not the value of the external information jackpot counter has reached a predetermined value (1 [times] in the present embodiment). If it is determined that the value of the external information jackpot counter has reached a predetermined value, the jackpot information (external signal) is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230. Thereafter, a predetermined value (1 [times] in the present embodiment) is subtracted from the value of the external information jackpot counter. As a result, jackpot information (external signal) is output to the hall computer 450.
Further, in the external information management process, it is determined whether or not the value of the external information out ball counter reaches a predetermined value (10 [sphere] in the present embodiment). When it is determined that the value of the external information out ball counter has reached a predetermined value, the outlet payout information (external signal) is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230. Thereafter, a predetermined value (10 [spheres] in the present embodiment) is subtracted from the value of the external information out ball counter. As a result, out-port payout information (external signal) is output to the hall computer 450.
Further, in the external information management process, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the setting value changing flag area. If it is determined that “1” is set in the setting value changing flag area, the setting value changing information (external signal) is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230. As a result, the setting value changing information (external signal) is output to the hall computer 450.

In step S4-18, a test signal management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-19. In the test signal management process, test information (test signal) is set.
The test signal management process is a process based on a program for executing a process related to a test defined by the gaming machine rules. That is, the test signal management process is a process based on a program stored in the non-use area m2 (program area) of the ROM 220. The test signal tube is called during execution of the timer interrupt process.
Specifically, in the test signal management process, test information (test signal) indicating the internal state (big hit gaming state, execution state of short-time control, probability state of special symbol lottery, etc.) is stored in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230. To remember.
In step S4-19, a performance display device control process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-20. The performance display device control process will be described later.
In step S4-20, an LED display setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-21. In the LED display setting process, control data (drive data) for controlling lighting of a predetermined display device is set in the dynamic port output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S4-21, a solenoid data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-22. In the solenoid data setting process, control data (drive data) output to each solenoid 63 to 67 is stored (set) in the port output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In step S4-22, port output processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S4-23. In the port output process, various signals are output to the hall computer 450, the solenoids 63 to 67, and the like.
Specifically, in the port output process, various information (external signals, control signals, etc.) set in the port output request buffer is output to the output port 250 (output port 2, output port 3). As a result, the external signal set in the port output request buffer is output to the hall computer 450. Further, the solenoids 63 to 67 are driven and controlled based on the driving signal set in the port output request buffer.
In step S4-23, a register return process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process returns to the original process. In the register restoration process, the register value saved in step S4-1 is restored. Then, after the register restoration process is completed, the process returns to the main loop process (program address indicated by the stack pointer).

Next, the setting value management process in step S4-3 will be described.
FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the set value management process.
When the set value management process is executed in step S4-3, as shown in FIG. 9, first, the process proceeds to step S29-1.
In step S29-1, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the setting value change permission flag area, and when it is determined that “1” is set in the setting value change permission flag area (Yes). Shifts to step S29-2, and when it is determined that “0” is set in the set value change permission flag area (No), the series of processes is terminated and the next process (step S4-4) is performed. ).
In step S29-2, it is determined whether or not the set value change permission condition is satisfied. If it is determined that the set value change permission condition is satisfied (Yes), the process proceeds to step S29-3 and the set value is changed. If it is determined that the change permission condition is not satisfied (No), the process proceeds to step S29-6.
As described above, both “the detection signal is input from the key rotation detection switch 111” and “the inner frame unit 3 is opened (or the integrated door unit 4 is opened)”. If the above condition is satisfied, it is determined that the set value change condition is satisfied.
On the other hand, at least one of “the detection signal is input from the key rotation detection switch 111” and “the inner frame unit 3 is opened (or the integrated door unit 4 is opened)”. If this condition is not satisfied, it is determined that the set value change condition is not satisfied.
Note that when both the conditions that “the detection signal is input from the key rotation detection switch 111” and “the door opening information (external signal) is being output” are satisfied, the setting value change condition is satisfied. If “a detection signal is input from the key rotation detection switch 111” and “the door opening information (external signal) is being output” is not satisfied, The configuration may be such that it is determined that the set value change condition is not satisfied.

In step S29-3, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the set value selection switch 112. If it is determined that a detection signal is input from the set value selection switch 112 (Yes), step S29 is performed. If it is determined that the detection signal is not input from the set value selection switch 112 (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-4).
In step S29-4, a setting value changing process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S29-5. In the setting value changing process, the value (setting value) set in the setting information storage area is changed. Here, in this embodiment, every time a detection signal is input from the set value selection switch 112, a predetermined order (for example, set value = “1”, set value = “2”, set value = “3”, set value). Value = “4”, setting value = “5”, setting value = “6”, setting value = “1”, setting value = “2”.
In step S29-5, a set value display update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-4). In the set value display update process, the display of the set value on the set value display device 62 is updated.
Specifically, in the set value display update process, first, a subcommand for specifying a value (set value after change) set in the setting information storage area is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In the set value display update process, next, the same value as the value (set value after change) set in the setting information storage area is set in the set value display counter. As a result, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the set value display device 62, the segment corresponding to the value of the set value display counter is controlled to be lit.
In the present embodiment, the display of the set value on the set value display device 62 is executed only during the period in which the set value change permission condition is satisfied.

In step S29-6, set value change end processing is executed, a series of processing ends, and the process proceeds to the next processing (step S4-4).
In the set value change end process, “0” is set in the set value change permission flag area. Also, the value of the set value display counter is initialized (cleared). As a result, all the segments constituting the set value display device 62 are extinguished (display of the set value on the set value display device 62 ends).

Next, the switch management process in step S4-9 will be described.
FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing the switch management process.
When the switch management process is executed in step S4-9, as shown in FIG. 10, first, the process proceeds to step S5-1.
In step S5-1, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the gate switch 104 has been detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the gate switch 104 has been detected (Yes), the process proceeds to step S5-2. If it is determined that the ON state of the switch 104 has not been detected (No), the process proceeds to step S5-3.
In step S5-2, a normal start ball detection process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S5-3. The normal start ball detection process will be described later.

In step S5-3, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the special figure 1 start port switch 101 has been detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 1 start port switch 101 has been detected (Yes), If the process proceeds to S5-4 and it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 1 start port switch 101 is not detected (No), the process proceeds to Step S5-5.
In step S5-4, the special figure 1 starting ball detection process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S5-5. The special figure 1 starting ball detection process will be described later.
In step S5-5, it is determined whether or not the on state of the special figure 2 start port switch 102 has been detected. If it is determined that the on state of the special figure 2 start port switch 102 has been detected (Yes), If the process proceeds to S5-6 and it is determined that the ON state of the special figure 2 start port switch 102 is not detected (No), the process proceeds to step S5-7.
In step S5-6, the special figure 2 starting ball detection process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S5-7. The special figure 2 starting ball detection process will be described later.
In step S5-7, it is determined whether or not the ON state of the V region switch 105 is detected. If it is determined that the ON state of the V region switch 105 is detected (Yes), the process proceeds to step S5-8. If it is determined that the ON state of the V region switch 105 has not been detected (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-10).

In step S5-8, a V passage detection process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-10).
In the V passage detection process, first, it is determined whether or not the V is valid.
The “V effective period” is a period from the start of the first round (small hit game) to the elapse of the big winning opening closing effective time (interval time) after the end of the first round.
If it is determined that the V valid period is in effect, “1” is set in the V winning flag area of the RAM 230 and a V winning designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not in the V valid period, the process is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-10).
In this embodiment, the value (special game phase) set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is a value corresponding to the “first big prize opening opening control state” or “first big prize opening closing effective state” If it is, it is determined that it is during the V winning effective period, and if it is a value corresponding to another special game phase, it is determined that it is not during the V winning effective period.

Next, the normal starting ball detection process in step S5-2 will be described.
FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing a general-purpose starting ball detection process.
When the normal starting ball detection process is executed in step S5-2, as shown in FIG. 11, first, the process proceeds to step S6-1.
In step S6-1, a normal random number acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S6-2. In the normal random number acquisition process, a random number (random value) is acquired (loaded) from a loop counter corresponding to the normal symbol lottery.
In step S6-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the general-purpose hold number counter is an upper limit value (in this embodiment, “1”), and it is determined that the value of the general-purpose hold number counter is not the upper limit value. In (No), the process proceeds to step S6-3, and when it is determined that the value of the general-purpose hold number counter is the upper limit value (Yes), the series of processes is terminated and the next process (step S5- Move to 3).
In step S6-3, the usual figure holding number counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S6-4. In the usual figure hold number counter update process, "1" is added to the value of the usual figure hold number counter.
In step S6-4, a regular random number storage process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-3). In the usual random number saving process, the winning random number acquired in step S6-1 is stored in the usual figure starting information storage area of the RAM 230 as ordinary figure starting information.

Next, the special figure 1 starting ball detection process of step S5-4 will be described.
FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the special figure 1 starting ball detection process.
When the special figure 1 start ball detection process is executed in step S5-4, as shown in FIG. 12, first, the process proceeds to step S7-1.
In step S7-1, a special symbol identification value setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S7-2. In the special symbol identification value setting process, a special symbol identification value corresponding to the first special symbol lottery is set in the special symbol identification value setting area of the RAM 230. Also, “1” is added to the value of the external information start-entrance ball count counter.
In step S7-2, a holding number counter address setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S7-3. In the holding number counter address setting process, the address of the special figure 1 holding number counter is set in the holding number counter address setting area of the RAM 230.
In step S7-3, a special symbol random number acquisition process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-5). The special symbol random number acquisition process will be described later.

Next, the special figure 2 starting ball detection process of step S5-6 will be described.
FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the special figure 2 starting ball detection process.
When the special figure 2 starting ball detection process is executed in step S5-6, as shown in FIG. 13, first, the process proceeds to step S8-1.
In step S8-1, a special symbol identification value setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S8-2. In the special symbol identification value setting process, a special symbol identification value corresponding to the second special symbol lottery is set in the special symbol identification value setting area of the RAM 230. Also, “1” is added to the value of the external information start-entrance ball count counter.
In step S8-2, a holding number counter address setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S8-3. In the holding number counter address setting process, the address of the special figure 2 holding number counter is set in the holding number counter address area of the RAM 230.
In step S8-3, a special symbol random number acquisition process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-7). The special symbol random number acquisition process will be described later.

Next, the special symbol random number acquisition process in steps S7-3 and S8-3 will be described.
FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing a special symbol random number acquisition process.
When the special symbol random number acquisition process is executed in steps S7-3 and S8-3, as shown in FIG. 14, first, the process proceeds to step S9-1.
In step S9-1, a special symbol identification value acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-2. In the special symbol identification value acquisition process, the special symbol identification value set in the special symbol identification value setting area of the RAM 230 is acquired (loaded).
In step S9-2, a special figure hold number acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-3. In the special figure hold number acquisition process, the value of the special figure hold number counter (special figure 1 hold number counter or special figure 2 hold number counter) specified by the address set in the hold number counter address area (special figure 1 hold number) Number or special figure 2 hold number) is acquired (loaded).
In step S9-3, a special figure random number acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-4. In the special figure random number acquisition process, various random numbers (random values) such as a winning random number, a winning design random number, a reach group random number, a reach mode random number, and a variation pattern random number are acquired (loaded) from the loop counter corresponding to each lottery. At this time, the corresponding loop counter is selected based on the special symbol identification value acquired in step S9-1.
In step S9-4, it is determined whether or not the special figure hold number (special figure 1 hold number or special figure 2 hold number) acquired in step S9-2 is an upper limit value, and the special figure hold number is not the upper limit value. If it is determined (No), the process proceeds to step S9-5. If it is determined that the number of special figure hold is the upper limit value (Yes), the series of processes is terminated and the next process (step S5) is performed. -5 or S5-7).
In the present embodiment, the upper limit value of the special figure 1 holding number is set to “4”. On the other hand, the upper limit value of the special figure 2 holding number is set to “1”.
In step S9-5, a special figure holding number counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-6. In the special figure hold number counter update process, the value set in the special figure hold number counter (special figure 1 hold number counter or special figure 2 hold number counter) specified by the address set in the hold number counter address area "1" is added to.

In step S9-6, a special figure random number storage process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-7. In the special figure random number storing process, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are used as special figure start information (special figure 1 start information or special figure 2 start information) as a special figure start information storage area (special figure 1 start). Information storage area or special figure 2 start information storage area).
Specifically, the RAM 230 stores a changing start information storage area in which start information during execution of special symbol notification display is stored, and a special figure 1 start information in which start determination is suspended. It includes a start information storage area and a special figure 2 start information storage area where start determination is suspended.
The special figure 1 start information storage area includes four storage parts (first storage part to fourth storage part) as storage parts capable of storing special figure 1 start information. Different priority orders are defined in the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit. That is, the priority order of each storage unit is defined to be the first storage unit, the second storage unit, the third storage unit, and the fourth storage unit (upper order → lower order) in descending order of priority. . The special figure 1 start information stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area is subjected to start determination in order from the special figure 1 start information stored in the higher priority storage unit.
The special figure 2 start information storage area is configured to include one storage unit as a storage unit capable of storing the special figure 2 start information.
If the special symbol identification value acquired in step S9-1 is a value corresponding to the first special symbol lottery, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are used as the special diagram 1 start information. 1 Store in the start information storage area. At this time, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are stored in the highest priority storage unit among the free storage units. Specifically, when the value of the current special figure 1 hold number counter = “1”, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are stored in the first storage unit. On the other hand, if the current value of the special figure 1 holding number counter = “2”, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are stored in the second storage unit. If the value of the current special figure 1 hold number counter = “3”, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are stored in the third storage unit. If the value of the current special figure 1 hold number counter = “4”, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are stored in the fourth storage unit.
On the other hand, when the special symbol identification value acquired in step S9-1 is a value corresponding to the second special symbol lottery, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are used as the special diagram 2 starting information. 2 Store in the storage unit of the start information storage area.

  In step S9-7, the number-of-holds designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S9-8. In the hold number designation command setting process, a hold number designation command for designating that the special figure hold number (the special figure 1 hold number or the special figure 2 hold number) has increased by “1” is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230. To do. At this time, if the special symbol identification value acquired in step S9-1 is a value corresponding to the first special symbol lottery, the number-of-holds designation command for designating that the number of special symbol 1 reservations has increased by "1" Is stored in the sub-command output request buffer of the RAM 230, and if the value corresponds to the second special symbol lottery, a hold number designation command for designating that the special figure 2 hold number has increased by "1" is stored in the RAM 230. Is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.

In step S9-8, a pre-determination process is executed, the series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S5-5 or S5-7). In the pre-determination process, the start information (the special figure 1 start information or the special figure) saved (stored) in the special figure start information storage area (the special figure 1 start information storage area or the special figure 2 start information storage area) in step S9-6. (2 start information) (hereinafter referred to as “preliminary determination start information”), various lottery results are determined in advance.
In this embodiment, pre-determination of various lottery results is executed for all start information (Special Figure 1 start information and Special Figure 2 start information).
Note that the start information acquired (stored) during the occurrence of the big hit gaming state may be configured such that prior determination of various lottery results is not executed. In addition, for the special figure 2 start information acquired (stored) during stoppage of the time reduction control, the advance determination of various lottery results is not executed, and the special figure 1 start information acquired (stored) during execution of the time reduction control. As for, it is possible to adopt a configuration in which the preliminary determination of various lottery results is not executed.

In the preliminary determination process, first, a preliminary special figure winning determination process is executed.
In the special special symbol winning determination process, a special symbol lottery result (“small hit” or “miss”) is determined (pre-special symbol winning determination).
The ROM 220 stores a special symbol winning lottery table in which the special symbol lottery bonus value is registered. Also, a special figure winning lottery table corresponding to each set value ("1" to "6") is stored as a special figure winning lottery table.
In the advance special figure winning determination process, the value (setting value) set in the setting information storage area is confirmed, and a special figure winning lottery table corresponding to the confirmation result is read.
Then, it is determined whether or not the result of the special symbol lottery is “small hit” based on the winning random number included in the preliminary determination start information and the read special symbol winning lottery table (preliminary special symbol winning determination). To do.
Specifically, if the value of the hit random number included in the pre-judgment start information matches the small hit value registered in the read special symbol winning lottery table, the result of the special symbol lottery is set to “small”. It is judged as “winning” (winning).
On the other hand, if the value of the hit random number included in the pre-judgment start information does not match the small hit value registered in the read special figure winning lottery table (if it matches the outlier value), a special The result of the symbol lottery is determined as “out of” (decision).

In the pre-determination process, next, pre-special drawing stop symbol determination is executed. In the pre-special symbol stop symbol determination process, the special symbol stop symbol type is determined (pre-special symbol stop symbol determination).
In the pre-special symbol stop symbol determination process, if it is determined as “small hit” (winning) by the pre-special symbol winning determination, the type of the small hit symbol (winning type) is determined (pre-small bonus symbol determination). .
The ROM 220 stores a small winning symbol lottery table in which the correspondence between the winning symbol random number and the type of the small winning symbol is registered.
In the present embodiment, only “small hit symbol” (one type) is registered as the type of small hit symbol in the small hit symbol lottery table. Thus, when “small hit” is won, “small hit symbol” is always selected as the type of small hit symbol.
In the pre-special symbol stop symbol determination process, when it is determined as “small hit” (winning) by the pre-special symbol winning determination, first, the small hit symbol lottery table is read out. Then, the type of the small hit symbol is determined based on the hit symbol random number included in the pre-determination start information and the read small bonus symbol lottery table.
On the other hand, in the pre-special symbol stop symbol determination process, when it is determined as “out of” (decision) by the pre-special symbol winning determination, “exclusion symbol” is determined as the stop symbol type.

Next, in the pre-determination process, a first prefetch designation command setting process is executed.
In the first prefetch designation command setting process, the first prefetch designation command for designating the type of the stop symbol determined by the pre-special symbol stop symbol determination is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

Next, in the pre-determination process, it is determined whether or not it is determined as “small hit” (winning) by the pre-special drawing winning determination.
When it is determined that “small hit” (winning) is determined by the prior special figure winning determination, a pre-special drawing variation mode determination process at the time of winning is executed.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the previous special figure winning determination is “disappearance” (decision), the pre-special drawing variation state determination process at the time of loss is executed.

In the winning special figure variation mode determination process, first, the type of the variation mode (variation mode number) is determined (pre-variation mode determination at the time of winning).
The ROM 220 stores a winning variation mode determination table in which the correspondence between the reach mode random number and the variation mode type (variation mode number) is registered.
In addition, as the winning variation mode determination table, a winning variation mode determination table corresponding to the time reduction control being executed, and a winning variation mode determination table corresponding to the time reduction control being stopped are stored.
In the present embodiment, the fluctuation mode type (variation mode number) is defined as “pseudo-continuous fluctuation”, “pseudo-continuous 2 fluctuation”, “pseudo-continuous 3 fluctuation”, and “pseudo-continuous 4 fluctuation”. Has been.
In addition, a plurality of variation modes (variation mode numbers) associated with different variation times are defined as the variation modes (variation mode numbers) belonging to the “pseudo-continuous variation”.
The expectation level of each type is, in descending order of expectation, types belonging to “pseudo-continuous 4 variation”, “pseudo-continuous 3 variation”, “pseudo-continuous 2 variation”, and “no pseudo-continuous variation” (high expectation → (Expectation is low).
“Expected degree” refers to the possibility (degree) of occurrence of a small hit gaming state when the type of the variation mode is selected.
In each winning variation mode determination table, the types of variation modes (variation mode numbers) are registered as “pseudo-continuous 2 variation”, “pseudo-continuous 3 variation”, and “pseudo-continuous 4 variation”. ("Fluctuation without quasi-ream" is not registered).
In the pre-variation mode determination at the time of winning, first, the execution status of the current time-shortening control is confirmed, and the winning-time variation mode determination table corresponding to the confirmation result is read.
Then, the type (variation mode number) of the variation mode is determined based on the reach mode random number included in the preliminary determination start information and the read variation mode determination table at the time of winning.

In the winning special figure variation mode determination process, next, a second prefetch designation command setting process is executed.
In the second prefetch designation command setting process, a second prefetch designation command for designating the type of variation mode (variation mode number) determined by the pre-variation mode determination at the time of winning is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In the pre-special drawing variation mode determination process at the time of winning, next, the type (variation pattern number) of the variation pattern is determined (pre-variation pattern determination at the time of winning).
The ROM 220 stores a winning variation pattern determination table in which correspondence between a variation pattern random number and a variation pattern type (variation pattern number) is registered.
In addition, a winning variation pattern determination table corresponding to each variation mode type is stored as the winning variation pattern determination table.
In the present embodiment, “variation without reach”, “normal reach variation”, and “super reach variation” are defined as the types of variation patterns (variation pattern numbers).
A plurality of variation patterns (variation pattern numbers) associated with different variation times are defined as variation patterns (variation pattern numbers) belonging to “unreachable variation”.
In addition, a plurality of variation patterns (variation pattern numbers) associated with different variation times are defined as variation patterns (variation pattern numbers) belonging to “normal reach variation”.
In addition, as variation patterns (variation pattern numbers) belonging to “super reach variation”, a plurality of variation patterns (variation pattern numbers) associated with different variation times are defined.
In the present embodiment, as a variation pattern (variation pattern number) belonging to “super reach variation”, “super reach variation 1”, “super reach variation 2”, “super reach variation 3”, and “super reach variation 4”. "And" Super reach fluctuation 5 ".
The expectation level of each type is defined to be “super reach fluctuation”, “normal reach fluctuation”, and “non-reach fluctuation” (high expectation → low expectation) in descending order of expectation.
In addition, the expectation level of each variation pattern belonging to “super reach variation” is “super reach variation 5”, “super reach variation 4”, “super reach variation 3”, “super reach variation” in descending order of expectation. 2 ”and“ Super Reach Variation 1 ”(high expectation → low expectation).
The “expected degree” refers to the possibility (degree) that a big hit gaming state will occur when the type of the variation pattern is selected.
In each winning variation pattern determination table, “normal reach variation” and “super reach variation” are registered as variation pattern types (variation pattern numbers) (“reach-less variation” is registered). Not)
In the prior variation pattern determination at the time of winning, first, the variation mode type (variation mode number) determined by the prior variation mode determination at the time of winning is confirmed, and a winning variation pattern determination table corresponding to the confirmation result is read.
Then, the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) is determined based on the variation pattern random number included in the preliminary determination start information and the read variation pattern determination table at the time of winning.

In the pre-special drawing variation mode determination process at the time of winning, next, a third prefetch designation command setting process is executed.
In the third prefetch designation command setting process, a third prefetch designation command that designates the type of variation pattern (variation pattern number) determined by the pre-variation pattern determination at the time of winning is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

On the other hand, in the prior special figure variation mode determination process at the time of loss, first, the type of reach group random number (“indefinite value” or “fixed value”) included in the pre-determination start information is determined (pre-random number type determination).
In the present embodiment, “undefined value” and “fixed value” are defined as the types of reach group random numbers.
“Undefined value” means that when starting information (Special Figure 1 starting information or Special Figure 2 starting information) is acquired (stored), the type of fluctuation mode (variation mode number) and the type of fluctuation pattern (variation pattern number) are determined. It is not changed at the start of the special symbol fluctuation display based on the start information (when executing step S11-7) based on the number of holdings at that time (number of holdings of special figure 1 or special figure 2) The type of mode (variation mode number) and the type of variation pattern (variation pattern number) are determined.
“Fixed value” means acquisition of start information (special figure 1 start information or special figure 2 start information) regardless of the number of holdings at the start of special symbol fluctuation display (when step S11-7 is executed). At the time of storage (when executing step S9-8), the type of variation mode (variation mode number) and the type of variation pattern (variation pattern number) are determined.
In the present embodiment, the value of the reach group random number is updated within the range of “0” to “10006”. Of “0” to “10006”, “0” to “8499” are “indefinite values”, and “8500” to “10006” are “fixed values”.
Therefore, in the prior random number type determination, when the value of the reach group random number included in the preliminary determination start information is less than “8500”, it is determined as “undefined value”, and the reach group random number included in the preliminary determination start information is determined. When the value is “8500” or more, it is determined as “fixed value”.

In the pre-selection special figure variation mode determination process at the time of defeat, if it is determined as “fixed value” by the pre-random number type determination, pre-reach group determination and pre-change pre-variation mode determination are further executed.
On the other hand, in the advance special figure variation mode determination process at the time of loss, if it is determined as “indefinite value” by the prior random number type determination, the advance reach group determination and the advance variation mode determination at the time of loss are not executed.
In the advance reach group determination, the type of reach group (reach group number) is determined.
The ROM 220 stores a reach group determination table in which correspondences between reach mode random numbers and reach group types (reach group numbers) are registered.
In addition, an indefinite value reach group determination table and a fixed value reach group determination table are stored as the reach group determination table.
In the present embodiment, “reach group 1”, “reach group 2”, and “reach group 3” are defined as the types of reach groups.
In the indefinite value reach group determination table, only “reach group 1” is registered as the reach group type (“reach group 2” and “reach group 3” are not registered).
On the other hand, in the fixed value reach group determination table, only “reach group 2” and “reach group 3” are registered as the reach group type (“reach group 1” is not registered).
As described above, the prior reach group determination is executed only when it is determined as “fixed value” by the prior random number type determination.
In the advance reach group determination, the fixed value reach group determination table is read. Then, the type of the reach group is determined based on the reach group random number included in the pre-determination start information and the read fixed value reach group determination table.

In the pre-change mode determination at the time of loss, the type of change mode (change mode number) is determined.
The ROM 220 stores a selection mode change mode determination table in which correspondence between the reach mode random number and the change mode type (change mode number) is registered.
Furthermore, as the loss mode fluctuation mode determination table, “loss mode change mode determination table 1” corresponding to “reach group 1”, “failure change mode determination table 2” corresponding to “reach group 2”, and “reach” "Disappointment variation mode determination table 3" corresponding to "Group 3" is stored.
In addition, as the “Disappointing Fluctuation Mode Determination Table 1”, it corresponds to each combination of the number of holds (Special figure 1 hold number or Special figure 2 hold number) and the execution status (running or stopped) of the time-saving control. The “decision change mode determination table 1” is stored.

In the “decision fluctuation mode determination table 1”, only “no quasi-continuous fluctuation” is registered as the fluctuation mode type (variation mode number) (“pseudo-continuous 2 fluctuation”, “pseudo-continuous 3 fluctuation”). "And" Pseudo-ream 4 variation "are not registered).
Further, the contents of the “decision variable mode determination table 1” corresponding to each number of holds are set so that the variation mode type (variation mode number) associated with a short variation time is selected as the number of suspensions increases. Yes.
In the “decided fluctuation mode determination table 2”, the types of fluctuation modes (fluctuation mode numbers) are registered as “pseudo continuous 2 fluctuation”, “pseudo continuous 3 fluctuation”, and “pseudo continuous 4 fluctuation”. ("Fluctuation without quasi-ream" is not registered).
In the “decided fluctuation mode determination table 3”, the types of fluctuation modes (fluctuation mode numbers) are registered as “pseudo continuous 2 fluctuation”, “pseudo continuous 3 fluctuation”, and “pseudo continuous 4 fluctuation”. ("Fluctuation without quasi-ream" is not registered).

As described above, the pre-change mode determination at the time of loss is performed only when it is determined as “fixed value” by the prior random number type determination.
In the pre-variation mode determination at the time of loss, first, the type of reach group determined by the pre-reach group determination is confirmed, and a loss mode variable mode determination table corresponding to the confirmation result is read.
Then, the type (variation mode number) of the variation mode is determined based on the reach mode random number included in the pre-determination start information and the read selection mode variation mode determination table.

In the special special figure variation mode determination process at the time of a loss, next, a second prefetch designation command setting process is executed.
In the second look-ahead designation command setting process, if it is determined as “fixed value” by the prior random number type determination, the second mode for specifying the variation mode type (variation mode number) determined by the prior variation mode determination at the time of defeat is designated. The prefetch designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
On the other hand, when it is determined as “indefinite value” by the prior random number type determination, the second prefetch designation command for designating “indefinite value” is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

In the prior special figure variation mode determination process at the time of loss, if it is determined as “fixed value” by the prior random number type determination, the prior variation pattern determination at the time of loss is further executed.
On the other hand, in the prior special figure variation mode determination process at the time of loss, if it is determined as “indefinite value” by the prior random number type determination, the prior variation pattern determination at the time of loss is not executed.
In the prior variation pattern determination at the time of loss, the type of variation pattern (variation pattern number) is determined.
The ROM 220 stores a loss pattern change pattern determination table in which a correspondence between a change pattern random number and a change pattern type (change pattern number) is registered.
Further, as the change pattern determination table at the time of loss, “change pattern determination table 1 at the time of loss” corresponding to “reach group 1”, “change pattern determination table 2 at time of loss” corresponding to “reach group 2”, and “reach” “Decision change variation pattern determination table 3” corresponding to “Group 3” is stored.
In addition, as the “decision change pattern determination table 1”, it corresponds to each combination of the number of holdings (the number of holdings of special figure 1 or the number of holdings of special figure 2) and the execution status (running or stopped) of the time reduction control. The “decision change pattern determination table 1” is stored.

In the “decision change variation pattern determination table 1”, only “variation without reach” is registered as the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) (“normal reach variation” and “super reach variation” are registered). Not)
In addition, the contents of the “decision change pattern determination table 1” corresponding to each number of holds are set so that the type of change pattern (change pattern number) associated with a shorter change time is selected as the number of holds increases. Yes.
Only “normal reach fluctuation” and “super reach fluctuation” and “super reach fluctuation” are not registered as the type of fluctuation pattern (fluctuation pattern number) in the “decision fluctuation pattern determination table 2”. ).
Only “super reach variation” and “normal reach variation” are not registered as the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) in the “decision variation pattern determination table 3”. ).

As described above, the prior variation pattern determination at the time of loss selection is executed only when it is determined as “fixed value” by the prior random number type determination.
In the pre-change pattern determination at the time of loss, first, the type of reach group determined by the pre-reach group determination is confirmed, and a change pattern determination table at the time of loss corresponding to the confirmation result is read.
Then, the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) is determined based on the variation pattern random number included in the preliminary determination start information and the read variation pattern determination table at the time of winning.

In the special special figure variation mode determination process at the time of a loss, next, a third prefetch designation command setting process is executed.
In the third look-ahead designation command setting process, if it is determined as “fixed value” by the prior random number type determination, the third pattern designating the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) determined by the prior variation pattern determination at the time of defeat The prefetch designation command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
On the other hand, when it is determined as “indefinite value” by the prior random number type determination, the third prefetch designation command for designating “indefinite value” is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.

As described above, when the value of the reach group random number included in the pre-determination start information is “fixed value”, the variation mode type (variation mode number) and the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) are determined, Second and third look-ahead designation commands for designating the determined variation mode type and variation pattern type are transmitted to the effect control circuit 300.
On the other hand, if the value of the reach group random number included in the pre-determination start information is “undefined value”, the variation mode type (variation mode number) and the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) are not determined. , Second and third prefetch designation commands for designating “indefinite value” are transmitted to the effect control circuit 300.

Next, the special game management process in step S4-11 will be described.
FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the special game management process.
In the present embodiment, as a state / stage (hereinafter referred to as “special game phase”) of a game (hereinafter referred to as “special game”) executed based on a special symbol lottery, , "Special figure changing state", "Special figure stop symbol display state", "First big prize opening state before opening", "First big prize opening release control state", and "First big prize opening""Closed effective state", "First big prize opening open end wait state", "Second big prize opening before opening", "Second big prize opening control state", "Second big prize opening closed" The “valid state” and the “second big prize opening open end wait state” are defined.
In the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230, a value (special game phase flag) corresponding to one of the eleven special game phases is set.
The ROM 220 stores special game control modules corresponding to each special game phase as special game control modules (programs) for controlling (executing) special games.
In the special game management process, a special game control module corresponding to the value set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is selected, and a process based on the selected special game control module is executed.

Specifically, when the special game management process is executed in step S4-11, the process first proceeds to step S10-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S10-1, a special game phase acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S10-2. In the special game phase acquisition process, the value (special game phase) set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is acquired (loaded).
In step S10-2, a special game control module acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S10-3. In the special game control module acquisition process, the special game control module corresponding to the value (special game phase) acquired in step S10-1 is read.
In step S10-3, a special game control module execution process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game control module execution process, a process based on the special game control module read in step S10-2 is started.
Specifically, when the value acquired in step S10-1 is a value corresponding to the “special figure change waiting state”, a special figure change waiting process described later is started, and the “special figure change waiting state” is started. In the case of a value corresponding to, a special figure changing process to be described later is started, and in the case of a value corresponding to "special figure stop symbol display state", a special figure stopping process to be described later is started, If the value corresponds to “the state before opening the first big prize opening”, the first big prize opening pre-processing described later is started, and the value corresponds to “the first big prize opening opening control state”. In this case, a first big prize opening opening control process, which will be described later, is started. If the value corresponds to the “first big prize opening closing effective state”, a first big prize opening closing effective process, which will be described later, is started. In the case where the value corresponds to the “first big prize opening release end wait state”, When the big winning opening release waiting process is started and the value corresponds to “the state before the second big winning opening”, the second big winning opening pre-processing described later is started, and “the second big winning opening” When the value corresponds to the “open mouth control state”, a second big prize opening opening control process described later is started, and when the value corresponds to the “second big prize opening closing effective state”, When the second big prize opening closing effective process is started and the value corresponds to the “second big prize opening release end wait state”, the second big prize opening release end weight process described later is started.

Next, the special figure variation waiting process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the special figure variation waiting process.
When the special figure variation waiting process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 16, the process first proceeds to step S11-1.
In step S11-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is “1” or more, and when it is determined that the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is not “1” or more (No). Shifts to step S11-2, and when it is determined that the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter is “1” or more (Yes), shifts to step S11-3.
In step S11-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure 1 hold number counter is “1” or more, and it is determined that the value of the special figure 1 hold number counter is “1” or more (Yes). In step S11-3, if it is determined that the value of the special figure 1 holding number counter is not equal to or greater than “1” (Yes), the series of processing is terminated and the next processing (step S4-12) is performed. ).

In step S11-3, a special figure hold number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-4. In the special figure hold number update process, the special figure hold number (the special figure 1 hold number or the special figure 2 hold number) is updated.
Specifically, in the special figure pending number update process, first, the start information (special figure 1 start) stored in the start information storage area (the special figure 1 start information storage area and the special figure 2 start information storage area) of the RAM 230. Information and special figure 2 start information) is selected as determination start information.
In this embodiment, the start determination for the special figure 2 start information stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area is given priority over the special figure 1 start information stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area. (Special figure winning judgment, special figure stop symbol judgment, special figure fluctuation pattern judgment, etc.) are executed.
Therefore, when the special figure 2 start information is stored in the storage unit of the special figure 2 start information storage area, the special figure 2 start information is selected as the determination start information.
On the other hand, when the special figure 2 start information is not stored in the storage unit of the special figure 2 start information storage area, the first of the special figure 1 start information stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area is the first. The acquired (stored) information is selected as the determination start information. That is, the special figure 1 start information stored in the first storage unit of the special figure 1 start information storage area is selected as the determination start information.
Next, the value of the special figure hold number counter (the special figure 1 hold number counter or the special figure 2 hold number counter) is updated.
Specifically, when the special figure 1 start information is determined start information, “1” is subtracted from the value of the special figure 1 hold number counter.
On the other hand, when the special figure 2 start information is determined start information, "1" is subtracted from the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter.
Next, the determination start information storage area is changed (shifted) from the start information storage area (the special figure 1 start information storage area or the special figure 2 start information storage area) to the changing start information storage area.
Specifically, when the special figure 2 start information is determined as the determination start information, the special figure 2 start information (determination start information) stored in the storage unit of the special figure 2 start information storage area is changing. Store (shift) in the start information storage area.
On the other hand, when the special figure 1 start information is determined start information, the special figure 1 start information (determination start information) stored in the first storage unit of the special figure 1 start information storage area is used as the start during fluctuation. Store (shift) in the information storage area. In addition, when the special figure 1 start information is stored in the second storage part to the fourth storage part of the special figure 1 start information storage area, the special figure 1 start information stored in each storage part is The data is stored (shifted) in the storage unit that has a higher priority than the storage unit.

In step S11-4, a special figure winning determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-5. In the special symbol winning determination process, the result of the special symbol lottery is determined (special symbol winning determination).
In the special figure winning determination process, the value (setting value) set in the setting information storage area is confirmed, and the special figure winning lottery table corresponding to the confirmation result is read.
Based on the winning random number included in the determination start information and the read special symbol winning lottery table, it is determined whether or not the result of the special symbol lottery is “small hit” (special symbol winning determination).
Specifically, when the value of the winning random number included in the determination start information matches the small hit value registered in the read special symbol winning lottery table, the result of the special symbol lottery is set to “small hit value”. "(Winning).
On the other hand, if the value of the hit random number included in the determination start information does not match the small hit value registered in the read special figure winning lottery table (if it matches the outlier value), the special symbol The result of the lottery is determined to be “out” (decision).

In step S11-5, a special figure stop symbol determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-6.
In the special figure stop symbol determination process, first, the type of stop symbol of the special symbol is determined (special symbol stop symbol determination).
That is, when it is determined that “small hit” (winning) is determined by the special figure winning determination, the type of “small winning symbol” is determined.
Specifically, first, the type of determination start information (Special Figure 1 start information or Special Figure 2 start information) is confirmed, and a small winning symbol lottery table corresponding to the confirmation result is read. Then, based on the winning symbol random number included in the determination start information and the read small hitting symbol lottery table, the type of the small winning symbol is determined.
On the other hand, when it is determined as “disappearance” (decision) by the special symbol winning determination, “disappearing symbol” is determined as the stop symbol type.

In the special figure stop symbol determination process, next, a special symbol stop symbol (seg data / stop symbol number) is determined.
The ROM 220 stores a seg data table in which correspondences between hit symbol random numbers and stop symbols (seg data / stop symbol numbers) are registered.
In addition, as a seg data table, a winning seg data table corresponding to a case where “small hit” is won by a special symbol lottery (first special symbol lottery or second special symbol lottery) and a special symbol lottery (first special symbol lottery) The lost seg data table corresponding to the case where the selection is lost in the lottery or the second special symbol lottery) is stored.
Furthermore, a winning seg data table corresponding to the first special symbol lottery and a winning seg data table corresponding to the second special symbol lottery are stored as the winning seg data table.
In order to determine the stop symbol of the special symbol, first, the result of the special symbol failure determination is confirmed. Then, when it is determined as “small winning” (winning) by the special figure winning determination, the type of determination starting information (special figure 1 starting information or special figure 2 starting information) is further confirmed, and this confirmation result The winning seg data table corresponding to is read. Then, a stop symbol (seg data / stop symbol number) is determined based on the winning symbol random number included in the determination start information and the read winning seg data table.
On the other hand, if it is determined as “out of” (decision) by the special figure winning determination, the seg data table at the time of selection is read. Then, the stop symbol (seg data / stop symbol number) is determined on the basis of the winning symbol random number included in the determination start information and the read-off seg data table.
In the special symbol stop symbol determination process, the determined stop symbol (seg data / stop symbol number) is then stored in the stop symbol storage area of the RAM 230.

In step S11-6, a symbol type designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-7. In the symbol type designation command setting process, a symbol type designation command for designating the type of the stop symbol determined in step S11-5 is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S11-7, special figure fluctuation pattern determination processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-8. In the special figure variation pattern determination process, the variation mode (variation mode type and variation pattern type) of the special symbol is determined.
Specifically, in the special figure fluctuation pattern determination process, it is determined whether or not “small hit” (winning) is determined by the special figure winning determination. Then, when it is determined that the “small hit” (winning) is determined by the special figure winning determination, the special figure fluctuation mode determining process at the time of winning is executed. On the other hand, if it is determined that the special figure winning determination is “out of” (decision), the special figure fluctuation state determination process at the time of loss is executed.

In the winning special figure variation mode determination process, first, the type of variation mode (variation mode number) is determined (variation mode determination at the time of winning).
In the winning variation mode determination, the current execution state of the time-shortening control is confirmed, and the winning variation mode determination table corresponding to the confirmation result is read.
Then, based on the reach mode random number included in the determination start information and the read winning variation mode determination table, the variation mode type (variation mode number) is determined.
In the winning special figure variation mode determination process, next, the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) is determined (variation pattern determination at the time of winning).
In the winning variation pattern determination, the variation mode type (variation mode number) determined by the winning variation mode determination is confirmed, and a winning variation pattern determination table corresponding to the confirmation result is read.
Then, the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) is determined based on the variation pattern random number included in the determination start information and the read variation pattern determination table at the time of winning.

On the other hand, in the special figure change mode determination process at the time of loss, first, the type (“indefinite value” or “fixed value”) of the reach group random number included in the determination start information is determined (random number type determination).
In the random number type determination, if the value of the reach group random number included in the determination start information is less than “8500”, it is determined as “undefined value”, and the value of the reach group random number included in the determination start information is “8500”. When it is above, it is determined as “fixed value”.
In the special figure change mode determination process at the time of loss, next, the type of reach group (reach group number) is determined (reach group determination).
In the reach group determination, when it is determined as “fixed value” by the random number type determination, the fixed value reach group determination table is read. Then, the type of the reach group is determined based on the reach group random number included in the determination start information and the read fixed value reach group determination table.
On the other hand, when it is determined as “indefinite value” by the random number type determination, the indefinite value reach group determination table is read. Then, the type of reach group is determined based on the reach group random number included in the determination start information and the read indefinite value reach group determination table.
In the special figure change mode determination process at the time of loss, next, the type of change mode (change mode number) is determined (change mode determination at the time of loss).
In the loss mode change mode determination, when it is determined as “fixed value” by the random number type determination, the reach group type determined by the reach group determination is confirmed, and the loss mode change mode determination corresponding to the confirmation result Read the table. Then, the type (variation mode number) of the variation mode is determined based on the reach mode random number included in the determination start information and the read variation mode determination table at the time of loss.
On the other hand, when it is determined as “undefined value” by the random number type determination, the type of the reach group determined by the reach group determination, the number of holdings (the number of holdings in FIG. 1 or the number of holdings in FIG. 2), and time reduction control Is read, and a loss mode change mode determination table corresponding to the confirmation result is read. Then, the type (variation mode number) of the variation mode is determined based on the reach mode random number included in the determination start information and the read variation mode determination table at the time of loss.
In the special figure change mode determination process at the time of loss, next, the type (change pattern number) of the change pattern is determined (change pattern determination at the time of loss).
In the change pattern determination at the time of loss selection, if it is determined as “fixed value” by the random number type determination, the type of reach group determined by the reach group determination is confirmed, and the fluctuation pattern determination at the time of loss corresponding to this confirmation result Read the table. Then, based on the fluctuation pattern random number included in the determination start information and the read-out fluctuation pattern determination table, the type of fluctuation pattern (fluctuation pattern number) is determined.
On the other hand, when it is determined as “undefined value” by the random number type determination, the type of the reach group determined by the reach group determination, the number of holdings (the number of holdings in FIG. 1 or the number of holdings in FIG. 2), and time reduction control Is read, and the loss pattern change pattern determination table corresponding to the confirmation result is read out. Then, based on the fluctuation pattern random number included in the determination start information and the read-out fluctuation pattern determination table, the type of fluctuation pattern (fluctuation pattern number) is determined.

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

In step S11-11, a hold number designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S11-12. In the number-of-holds designation command setting process, a number-of-holds designation command that designates that the number of special figure holds (number of special figure 1 hold or number of special figure 2 hold) has decreased by “1” is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230. To do. At this time, if the judgment start information is the special figure 1 start information, the pending number designation command for designating that the special figure 1 pending number has decreased by "1" is stored in the sub-command output request buffer of the RAM 230, If the judgment start information is the special figure 2 start information, a hold number designation command for designating that the special figure 2 hold number has decreased by "1" is stored in the subcommand output request buffer of the RAM 230.
In step S11-12, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure changing state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the special figure changing process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the special figure changing process.
When the special figure changing process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 17, first, the process proceeds to step S12-1.
In step S12-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S12-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S12-4.
In step S12-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure display timer is "0". If it is determined that the value of the special figure display timer is "0" (Yes), step S12- If it is determined that the value of the special figure display timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).
In step S12-3, a special figure fluctuation display data update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special figure fluctuation display data update processing, data for controlling the fluctuation display of the special figure display device is updated.
Specifically, in the special figure fluctuation display data update process, when the variable display of the first special symbol is being executed, the segment data corresponding to the special figure 1 display device is updated. On the other hand, when the variable display of the second special symbol is being executed, the segment data corresponding to the special symbol 2 display device is updated.

In step S12-4, a special figure stop display data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S12-5. In the special figure stop display data setting process, data for controlling the stop display of the special figure display device is set.
Specifically, in the special symbol stop display data setting process, the stop symbol (seg data / stop symbol number) stored in the stop symbol storage area of the RAM 230 is acquired.
Next, when the variable display of the first special symbol is terminated, the acquired segment data (or the segment data corresponding to the acquired stop symbol number) is set as the segment data corresponding to the special symbol 1 display device. Thereby, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the special figure 1 display device, the segment corresponding to the set segment data is controlled to be lit (stop display).
On the other hand, when the variable display of the second special symbol is terminated, the acquired segment data (or the segment data corresponding to the acquired stop symbol number) is set as the segment data corresponding to the special symbol 2 display device. As a result, among the predetermined number of segments constituting the special figure 2 display device, the segment corresponding to the set segment data is subjected to lighting control (stop display).
In step S12-5, a special figure stop time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S12-6. In the special figure stop time setting process, a predetermined stop time is set in the special game timer.
In step S12-6, a stop designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S12-7. In the stop specification command setting process, the stop specification command is stored in the subcommand output request buffer. Further, a predetermined number (1 [times] in the present embodiment) is added to the value of the external information determination number counter.
In step S12-7, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure stop symbol display state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the special figure stopping process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the special figure stopping process.
When the special figure stopping process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 18, first, the process proceeds to step S13-1.
In step S13-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S13-2. When it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).
In step S13-2, it is determined whether or not the stop symbol type is “small hit symbol”. If it is determined that the stop symbol type is not “small hit symbol” (No), step S13-3 is performed. If it is determined that the stop symbol type is “small hit symbol” (Yes), the procedure proceeds to step S13-5.

In step S13-3, a time reduction control management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-4. In the time reduction control management process, time reduction control is managed.
Specifically, in the time reduction control management process, first, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230. Then, when it is determined that “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area, a time reduction end determination process described later is executed. On the other hand, if it is determined that “1” is not set in the time reduction control flag area (“0” is set), the time reduction end determination process is not executed, and the next process (step S13-4) is performed. ).
In the time reduction end determination process, first, “1” is subtracted from the value of the time reduction counter. Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the time reduction counter after the subtraction is “0”.
When it is determined that the value of the time reduction counter after the subtraction is “0”, “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area and the value of the set number counter is reset to “0”. As a result, the time reduction control is stopped.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the time reduction counter is not “0” (“1” or more), the state where “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area is maintained. Thereby, the time reduction control is continued.
In step S13-4, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure change waiting state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

In step S13-5, a time reduction control management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-6. In the time reduction control management process, time reduction control is managed.
Specifically, in the time reduction control management process, first, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230. Then, when it is determined that “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area, a time reduction end determination process described later is executed. On the other hand, if it is determined that “1” is not set in the time reduction control flag area (“0” is set), the time reduction end determination processing is not executed and the next processing (step S13-6) is performed. ).
In the time reduction end determination process, first, “1” is subtracted from the value of the time reduction counter. Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the time reduction counter after the subtraction is “0”.
When it is determined that the value of the time reduction counter after the subtraction is “0”, “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area and the value of the set number counter is reset to “0”. As a result, the time reduction control is stopped.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the time reduction counter is not “0” (“1” or more), the state where “1” is set in the time reduction control flag area is maintained. Thereby, the time reduction control is continued.

In step S13-6, a first special power control data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-7. In the first special electric combination control data setting process, control data for opening and closing the first special electric combination 53a is set.
The ROM 220 stores a first special power control table. The first special power control table includes the opening time, the closing time for the big prize opening, the closing time for the big prize opening, the ending time, the number of rounds (number of small hit games), and each round (small hit games). Control data (solenoid control data, control time data) of the corresponding first grand prize winning solenoid 65, control data (solenoid control data, control time data) of the V distribution solenoid 67 corresponding to each round (small hit game) Etc. are prescribed.
In the first special power control data setting process, the first special power control table is read, and the read first special power control table is set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
Next, “0” is set in the special electric utility continuous operation number counter.

In step S13-7, a small hit opening time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-8. In the small hit opening time setting process, a predetermined opening time is set in the special game timer with reference to the first special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S13-8, a small hit opening designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S13-9. In the small hit opening designation command setting process, an opening designation command for designating the start of the small hit gaming state is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S13-9, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “state before opening the first big prize opening” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the pre-opening process for the first big prize opening executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the first big prize opening.
When the first big prize opening pre-processing is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 19, first, the process proceeds to step S14-1.
In step S14-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S14-2. When it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).
In step S14-2, a special electric combination continuous operation number counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S14-3. In the special electric combination continuous operation number counter updating process, “1” is added to the value of the special electric combination continuous operation number counter.
In step S14-3, a round start designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S14-4. In the round start designation command setting process, a round start designation command for designating the start of a round corresponding to the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.

In step S14-4, a special electric utility opening / closing switching frequency setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S14-5. In the special power combination opening / closing switching number setting process, the number of opening / closing switching corresponding to the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter is referred to by referring to the first special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230. Is read. Then, the read opening / closing switching frequency is set in the special electric utility switching frequency counter. In addition, the first special electric combination 53a (first big prize opening solenoid 65) is set as the type of special electric combination for executing opening / closing switching.
Next, “0” is set as the value of the special electric winning prize counter.
In step S14-5, a special power combination opening / closing switching process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S14-6. The special electric role opening / closing switching process will be described later.
In step S14-6, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “first big prize opening release control state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the first big prize opening opening control process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the first big prize opening opening control process.
When the first big prize opening opening control process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 20, first, the process proceeds to step S16-1.
In step S16-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S16-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S16-4.
In step S16-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power combination switching frequency counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the special power switching frequency counter is not “0” (No). The process proceeds to step S16-3, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric power switching on / off counter is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S16-5.
In step S16-3, a special power combination opening / closing switching process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S16-4. The special electric role opening / closing switching process will be described later.
In step S16-4, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power prize winning number counter has reached a predetermined upper limit value (1 [ball] in the present embodiment), and the value of the special power winning prize number counter is predetermined. If it is determined that the upper limit value has been reached (Yes), the process proceeds to step S16-5, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric winning prize counter has not reached the predetermined upper limit value (No). Terminates the series of processes and proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).

In step S16-5, a special winning opening opening control end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S16-6. In the special winning opening opening control end process, solenoid control data for designating the energization stop is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the first special electric accessory 53a is controlled to be closed.
In step S16-6, a special winning opening closing effective time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S16-7. In the special winning opening closing time setting process, the predetermined special winning opening closing effective time (interval time) is set as a special by referring to the first special electric control table set in the special electric control table of the RAM 230. Set to game timer.
In step S16-7, a round end designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S16-8. In the round end designation command setting process, a round end designation command for designating the end of the round corresponding to the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S16-8, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “first big prize opening closure valid state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the first big winning opening closing effective process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the first big prize opening closing effective process.
When the first big prize opening closing effective process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 21, first, the process proceeds to step S17-1.
In step S17-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S17-2. When it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).
In step S17-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter has reached a specified value, and it is determined that the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter has reached a specified value (Yes) ), The process proceeds to step S17-3, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter has not reached the specified value (No), the process proceeds to step S17-9.
Here, referring to the first special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230, the number of rounds specified in the first special power control table is acquired as a specified value. Make a decision.

In step S17-3, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the V winning flag area of the RAM 230. If it is determined that “1” is set in the V winning flag area (Yes), If the process proceeds to step S17-4 and it is determined that “0” is set in the V winning flag area (No), the process proceeds to step S17-11.
In step S17-4, a game state update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-5. In the game state update process, the game state is updated.
Specifically, in the game state update process, first, “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area of the RAM 230 and the value of the time reduction counter is reset to “0”.
Next, the type of determination start information (special figure 1 start information or special figure 2 start information) is determined. When it is determined that the type of the determination start information is the special figure 1 start information, a predetermined set number (3 [times] in the present embodiment) is set in the set number counter.

In step S17-5, the second special power control data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-6. In the second special electric combination control data setting process, control data for opening and closing the second special electric combination 54a is set.
The ROM 220 stores a second special power control table. The second special power control table corresponds to the opening time, the closing time for the big prize opening, the closing time for the big prize opening, the ending time, the number of rounds (number of round games), and each round (round game). Control data (solenoid control data, control time data) of the second big prize opening solenoid 66 is defined.
In the second special power control data setting process, the second special power control table is read, and the read second special power control table is set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
Note that the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter is maintained.

In step S17-6, a big hit opening time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-7. In the big hit opening time setting process, a predetermined opening time is set in the special game timer with reference to the second special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S17-7, a big hit opening designation command setting process is executed, and the flow proceeds to step S17-8. In the jackpot opening designation command setting process, an opening designation command for designating the start of the jackpot gaming state is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S17-8, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to “the state before the second big winning opening is opened” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

In step S17-9, a special winning opening closing time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-10. In the special winning opening closing time setting process, a predetermined special winning prize closing time is set in the special game timer with reference to the first special electric control control table set in the special electric control control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S17-10, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “state before opening the first big prize opening” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

In step S17-11, a small hitting ending time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-12. In the small hitting ending time setting process, a predetermined ending time is set in the special game timer with reference to the first special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S17-12, a small hitting ending designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S17-13. In the small hit ending designation command setting process, an ending designation command for designating the end of the small hit gaming state is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S17-13, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “first big winning opening free wait state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the first big prize opening release end weight process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the first big prize opening release end wait process.
When the first big prize opening release end weight process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 22, first, the process proceeds to step S18-1.
In step S18-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S18-2. When it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).

  In step S18-2, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure change waiting state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the pre-opening process for the second big prize opening executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the second big prize opening.
When the second big prize opening pre-processing is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 23, first, the process proceeds to step S40-1.
In step S40-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S40-2. When it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).
In step S40-2, a special electric combination continuous operation number counter update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S40-3. In the special electric combination continuous operation number counter updating process, “1” is added to the value of the special electric combination continuous operation number counter.
In step S40-3, a round start designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S40-4. In the round start designation command setting process, a round start designation command for designating the start of a round corresponding to the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.

In step S40-4, a special electric utility opening / closing switching frequency setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S40-5. In the special power combination opening / closing switching number setting process, the number of opening / closing switching corresponding to the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter is referred to with reference to the second special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230. Is read. Then, the read opening / closing switching frequency is set in the special electric utility switching frequency counter. Also, the second special electric combination 54a (second big prize opening solenoid 66) is set as the type of special electric combination for executing opening / closing switching.
Next, “0” is set as the value of the special electric winning prize counter.
In step S40-5, special electric utility opening / closing switching processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S40-6. The special electric role opening / closing switching process will be described later.
In step S40-6, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “second big prize opening release control state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the second big prize opening opening control process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the second grand prize opening opening control process.
When the second big prize opening opening control process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 24, first, the process proceeds to step S41-1.
In step S41-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S41-2. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S41-4.
In step S41-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power utility switching frequency counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the special power utility switching frequency counter is not “0” (No). Shifts to step S41-3, and when it is determined that the value of the special electric utility opening / closing switching number counter is “0” (Yes), shifts to step S41-5.
In step S41-3, a special power combination opening / closing switching process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S41-4. The special electric role opening / closing switching process will be described later.
In step S41-4, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power prize winning number counter has reached a predetermined upper limit (10 [ball] in the present embodiment), and the value of the special power winning prize counter is predetermined. If it is determined that the upper limit value has been reached (Yes), the process proceeds to step S41-5, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric winning prize counter has not reached the predetermined upper limit value (No). Terminates the series of processes and proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).

In step S41-5, a special winning opening opening control end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S41-6. In the special winning opening opening control end process, solenoid control data for designating the energization stop is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the second special electric accessory 54a is controlled to be closed.
In step S41-6, a special winning opening closing effective time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S41-7. In the special winning opening closing time setting process, a predetermined special winning opening closing effective time (interval time) is set as a special by referring to the second special electric control table set in the special electric control table area of the RAM 230. Set to game timer.
In step S41-7, a round end designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S41-8. In the round end designation command setting process, a round end designation command for designating the end of the round corresponding to the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S41-8, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “second big prize opening closing valid state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the second big prize opening closing effective process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the second big prize opening closing effective process.
When the second big prize opening closing effective process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 25, first, the process proceeds to step S42-1.
In step S42-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S42-2. When it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).
In step S42-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter has reached a specified value, and when it is determined that the value of the special power combination continuous operation number counter has reached a specified value (Yes) ), The process proceeds to step S42-3, and if it is determined that the value of the special electric power continuous operation number counter has not reached the specified value (No), the process proceeds to step S42-6.
Here, referring to the second special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230, the number of round games specified in the second special power control table is acquired as a specified value. To make a decision.

In step S42-3, a big hit ending time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S42-4. In the big hit ending time setting process, a predetermined ending time is set in the special game timer with reference to the second special power control table set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S42-4, a jackpot ending designation command setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S42-5. In the jackpot ending designation command setting process, an ending designation command for designating the end of the jackpot gaming state is stored in the subcommand output request buffer.
In step S42-5, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “second big prize opening release wait state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S42-6, a special winning opening closing time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S42-7. In the special winning opening closing time setting process, a predetermined special winning prize closing time is set in the special game timer with reference to the second special electric control control table set in the special electric control control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S42-7, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to “the state before the second big winning opening is opened” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the second big prize opening release end weight process executed in step S10-3 will be described.
FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the second big prize opening release end wait process.
When the second big prize opening release end weight process is executed in step S10-3, as shown in FIG. 26, first, the process proceeds to step S43-1.
In step S43-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the special game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S43-2. When it is determined that the value of the special game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12).
In step S43-2, a set number subtraction process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S43-3. In the set number subtraction process, “1” is subtracted from the value of the set number counter.

In step S43-3, a game state setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S43-4. In the game state setting process, the game state is set.
Specifically, first, it is determined whether or not the value of the set number counter is “1” or more.
When it is determined that the value of the set number counter is “1” or more, a predetermined time reduction number (100 [times] in the present embodiment) is set as the value of the time reduction counter, and the time reduction of the RAM 230 is set. “1” is set in the control flag area. As a result, the time reduction control is started.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the set number counter is not “1” or more (“0” or less), “0” is set as the value of the time reduction counter and “0” is set in the time reduction control flag area. Set. As a result, the state where the time reduction control is stopped is maintained.
Next, “0” is set in the V winning flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S43-4, a special game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-12). In the special game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “special figure change waiting state” is set in the special game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the special electric utility opening / closing switching process of steps S14-5, S16-3, S40-5, and S41-3 will be described.
FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the special power combination opening / closing switching process.
When the special power combination opening / closing switching process is executed in steps S14-5 and S16-3, as shown in FIG. 27, first, the process proceeds to step S15-1.
In step S15-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the special power utility switching frequency counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the special power service switching frequency counter is not “0” (No). Moves to step S15-2, and when it is determined that the value of the special electric power switch on / off switching counter is “0” (Yes), the series of processing ends and the next processing (step S14-6) , S16-4, S40-6, S41-4).
In step S15-2, a special power combination control data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S15-3. In the special electric combination control data setting process, control data for controlling the first special electric combination 53a or the second special electric combination 54a to the open state or the closed state is set.
Specifically, in the special power control data setting process, the special power control table (the first special power control table or the second special power control table) set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230 is used. Referring to, the solenoid control data corresponding to the value of the special electric power switch on / off switching counter is read. Then, the read solenoid control data (control data designating energization or deenergization) is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. At this time, the read solenoid control data is set in an area corresponding to the type (first special electric combination 53a or second special electric combination 54a) set as a special electric combination for executing opening / closing switching. Thereby, based on the set solenoid data, the control of the first big prize opening solenoid 65 or the second big prize opening solenoid 66 is started, and the first special electric combination 53a or the second special electric combination 54a is Controlled to open or closed.

In step S15-3, a special power control time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S15-4. In the special power control time setting process, a control time for continuing control based on the solenoid control data set in step S15-2 is set.
Specifically, in the special power control time setting process, the special power control table (the first special power control table or the second special power control table) set in the special power control table area of the RAM 230 is used. The control time corresponding to the value of the special electric power switch on / off switching counter is read. Then, the read control time is set in the special game timer.
In step S15-4, the special electric utility opening / closing switching number counter update process is executed, the series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (steps S14-6, S16-4, S40-6, S41-4). . In the special power combination opening / closing switching count counter update process, “1” is subtracted from the value of the special power combination switching count counter.

Next, the normal game management process in step S4-12 will be described.
FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the normal game management process.
Here, in this embodiment, as the stage / stage (hereinafter referred to as “normal game phase”) of the game (hereinafter referred to as “normal game phase”) executed based on the normal symbol lottery, `` Status '', `` Normal figure changing state '', `` Normal figure stop symbol display state '', `` General figure electric accessory release state '', `` General figure electric accessory release control state '', `` Normal figure “Electrical accessory closing effective state” and “normal electric accessory opening end wait state” are defined.
Then, a value (ordinary game phase flag) corresponding to one of the seven normal game phases is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
The ROM 220 stores a normal game control module corresponding to each normal game phase as a normal game control module (program) for controlling (executing) the normal game.
In the normal game management process, the normal game control module corresponding to the value set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is selected, and the process based on the selected normal game control module is executed.

Specifically, when the normal game management process is executed in step S4-12, the process first proceeds to step S19-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S19-1, a normal game phase acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S19-2. In the normal game phase acquisition process, the value (normal game phase) set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230 is acquired (loaded).
In step S19-2, a normal game control module acquisition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S19-3. In the normal game control module acquisition process, the normal game control module corresponding to the value acquired in step S19-1 (normal game phase) is read.
In step S19-3, a normal game control module execution process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game control module execution process, a process based on the normal game control module read in step S19-2 is started.
Specifically, when the value acquired in step S19-1 is a value corresponding to the “waiting state for normal map change”, a process for waiting for a normal map change to be described later is started, and the “current state for normal map change” is started. In the case of a value corresponding to, the process of changing the normal map described later is started, and in the case of the value corresponding to the "general map stop symbol display state", the process of stopping the normal map described later is started, When it is a value corresponding to “a state before opening an ordinary electric accessory”, a normal electric accessory opening pre-processing described later is started, and when it is a value corresponding to “an ordinary electric accessory opening control state”. When the normal electric actor release control process described later is started and the value corresponds to the “normal electric actor closing effective state”, the normal electric actor closing effective process described later is started, If the value corresponds to the `` object release end wait state '', Electric won game open end wait process is started.

Next, the process of waiting for a change in the normal map executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a normal variation waiting process.
When the normal variation waiting process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 29, first, the process proceeds to step S20-1.
In step S20-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the pending map counter is “1” or more, and when it is determined that the value of the pending map counter is “1” or more (Yes). , The process proceeds to step S20-2, and if it is determined that the value of the general-purpose hold number counter is not equal to or greater than “1” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13) To do.
In step S20-2, the usual figure pending number update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-3. In the general figure hold number update process, the general figure hold number is updated.
Specifically, in the normal figure reservation number update process, one start information among the general figure start information stored in the normal start information storage area of the RAM 230 is selected as determination start information.
In the present embodiment, the universal chart start information acquired (stored) first among the general chart start information stored in the universal chart start information storage area is selected as the determination start information.

In step S20-3, a normal winning determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-4. In the normal figure winning determination process, the result of the normal symbol lottery is determined (normal figure winning determination).
The ROM 220 stores a common symbol winning lottery table in which the winning symbol of the normal symbol lottery is registered. In addition, as a common figure winning lottery table, a common figure winning lottery table corresponding to the execution of the time reduction control and a common figure winning lottery table corresponding to the stoppage of the time reduction control are stored.
In the common-place winning lottery table corresponding to the stoppage of the short-time control, the winning value is registered so that the winning probability is the first probability (1/99 in this embodiment). On the other hand, the win value is registered so that the winning probability is a second probability (1/1 in the present embodiment) higher than the first probability in the common figure winning lottery table corresponding to the execution of the short-time control. ing.
Then, in the normal figure winning determination process, the normal figure winning lottery table is determined based on the winning random number included in the determination start information and the normal figure winning lottery table corresponding to the current execution status (execution or stoppage). Make a decision.
Specifically, when the value of the winning random number included in the determination start information matches the winning value, the result of the normal symbol lottery is determined as “winning” (winning).
On the other hand, if the value of the winning random number included in the determination start information does not match the winning value, the result of the normal symbol lottery is determined to be “out” (losing).

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

In step S20-6, a normal time change time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-7. In the usual figure fluctuation time setting process, the fluctuation time corresponding to the type of the usual figure fluctuation pattern (fluctuation pattern number) determined in step S20-6 is acquired. And the acquired fluctuation | variation time is set to a normal game timer.
In step S20-7, a map change display data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S20-8. In the general map display data setting process, data for controlling the variable display of the general map display device is set.
Specifically, in the normal map display data setting process, first, a predetermined display time is set in the general map display timer.
Next, predetermined segment data is set as segment data corresponding to the common map display device. As a result, the segment corresponding to the set segment data is controlled to be lit out of the predetermined number of segments constituting the ordinary display device.
In step S20-8, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal state changing state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the process during normal map change executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the process during normal map change.
When the normal map changing process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 30, first, the process proceeds to step S21-1.
In step S21-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S21-2. When it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S21-4.
In step S21-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the common map display timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the general map display timer is “0” (Yes), step S21− When the process proceeds to 3 and it is determined that the value of the normal display timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13).
In step S21-3, a normal map display data update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the general map display data update process, data for controlling the variable display of the general map display device is updated.
Specifically, in the general map change display data update process, the segment data corresponding to the general map display device is updated.

In step S21-4, a normal stop display data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S21-5. In the general map stop display data setting process, data for controlling the stop display of the general map display device is set.
Specifically, in the general symbol stop display data setting process, the stop symbol (seg data) stored in the stop symbol storage area of the RAM 230 is acquired.
Next, the acquired segment data (segment data related to the stop symbol) is set as segment data corresponding to the general-purpose display device. As a result, the segment corresponding to the set segment data is controlled to be turned on (stopped display) among a predetermined number of segments constituting the general-purpose display device.
In step S21-5, a normal stop time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S21-6. In the usual stop time setting process, a predetermined stop time is set in the normal game timer.
In step S21-6, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal game stop symbol display state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the routine stoppage process executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing processing during a normal stoppage.
When the normal map stop process is executed in step S19-3, the process first proceeds to step S22-1 as shown in FIG.
In step S22-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”, and if it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S22-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13).
In step S22-2, it is determined whether or not the stop symbol is “per symbol”. If it is determined that the stop symbol is not “per symbol” (No), the process proceeds to step S22-3. If it is determined that the stop symbol is “per symbol” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S22-4.
In step S22-3, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal state waiting state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.
In step S22-4, normal electric control data setting processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S22-5. In the ordinary electric combination control data setting process, control data for opening and closing the ordinary electric combination 52a is set.
The ROM 220 stores a normal power control table corresponding to the execution status (during execution or stoppage) of the time reduction control. Each normal power control table includes a time before opening a normal power, a normal power close effective time, an open end wait time, the number of opening / closing switching, and control data corresponding to each opening / closing switching (solenoid control data, control time). Data).
In the normal power combination control data setting process, the normal power role control table corresponding to the execution status (execution or stoppage) of the short time control is read, and the read normal power role control table is read in the normal power role control table area of the RAM 230. Set.
Next, the number of times of opening / closing switching is read with reference to the normal power control table set in the normal power control table area of the RAM 230. Then, the read opening / closing switching frequency is set in the normal electric utility switching frequency counter. Also, “0” is set as the value of the ordinary electric winning prize counter.

In step S22-5, a normal electric utility opening time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S22-6. In the normal power combination opening time setting process, a predetermined normal power combination release time is set in the normal game timer with reference to the normal power control table set in the normal power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S22-6, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “state before opening the normal electric accessory” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the normal electric accessory opening pre-processing executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the process for releasing the ordinary electric accessory.
When the normal electric accessory release pre-processing is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 32, first, the process proceeds to step S23-1.
In step S23-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S23-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13).
In step S23-2, a normal power combination opening / closing switching process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S23-3. The normal power combination opening / closing switching process will be described later.
In step S23-3, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “ordinary electric accessory release control state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the ordinary electric accessory release control process executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the ordinary electric accessory release control process.
When the ordinary electric accessory release control process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 33, the process first proceeds to step S25-1.
In step S25-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S25-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the process proceeds to step S25-4.
In step S25-2, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is not “0” (No). The process proceeds to step S25-3, and if it is determined that the value of the ordinary power combination switching number counter is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S25-5.
In step S25-3, a normal power combination opening / closing switching process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S25-4. The normal power combination opening / closing switching process will be described later.
In step S25-4, it is determined whether or not the value of the ordinary electronic winning prize counter has reached a predetermined upper limit (3 [ball] in the present embodiment), and the value of the ordinary electric winning prize counter is predetermined. If it is determined that the upper limit value has been reached (Yes), the process proceeds to step S25-5, and if it is determined that the value of the ordinary electronic winning prize counter has not reached the predetermined upper limit value (No). Terminates the series of processes and proceeds to the next process (step S4-13).

In step S25-5, a normal electric utility release control end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S25-6. In the normal power combination release control end process, solenoid control data for designating the energization stop is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the ordinary electric accessory 52a is controlled to be closed.
In step S25-6, normal electric utility closing effective time setting processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S25-7. In the normal power combination closing valid time setting process, a normal power combination closing effective time is set in the normal game timer with reference to the normal power combination control table set in the normal power control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S25-7, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal electric accessory closing valid state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the normal electric combination opening / closing switching process in steps S23-2 and S25-3 will be described.
FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the normal power combination opening / closing switching process.
When the ordinary power combination opening / closing switching process is executed in steps S23-2 and S25-3, the process first proceeds to step S24-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S24-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is “0”, and when it is determined that the value of the normal power combination opening / closing switching number counter is not “0” (No). Shifts to step S24-2, and when it is determined that the value of the normal electric utility opening / closing switching number counter is “0” (Yes), the series of processing is terminated and the next processing (step S23-3) is performed. Alternatively, the process proceeds to S25-4).
In step S24-2, an ordinary electronic combination control data setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S24-3. In the ordinary electric combination control data setting process, control data for controlling the ordinary electric combination 52a to an open state or a closed state is set.
Specifically, in the normal power combination control data setting process, a solenoid corresponding to the value of the normal power combination open / close switching number counter is referred to by referring to the normal power combination control table set in the normal power combination control table area of the RAM 230. Read control data. Then, the read solenoid control data (control data designating energization or deenergization) is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 230. As a result, the control of the ordinary electric accessory solenoid 64 based on the set solenoid data is started, and the ordinary electric accessory 52a is controlled to be in an open state or a closed state.

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

Next, the normal electric accessory closing effective process executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the normal electric accessory closing effective process.
When the normal electric accessory closing effective process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 35, first, the process proceeds to step S26-1.
In step S26-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S26-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13).
In step S26-2, an opening end wait time setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S26-3. In the opening end wait time setting process, a predetermined opening end waiting time is set in the normal game timer with reference to the normal power combination control table set in the normal power combination control table area of the RAM 230.
In step S26-3, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “ordinary electric accessory release end wait state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the ordinary electric accessory opening end weight process executed in step S19-3 will be described.
FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the ordinary electric accessory opening end weight process.
When the ordinary electric accessory release end weight process is executed in step S19-3, as shown in FIG. 36, first, the process proceeds to step S27-1.
In step S27-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the normal game timer is “0”. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is “0” (Yes), the process proceeds to step S27-2. If it is determined that the value of the normal game timer is not “0” (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13).
In step S27-2, a normal game phase update process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S4-13). In the normal game phase update process, a value corresponding to the “normal state waiting state” is set in the normal game phase flag area of the RAM 230.

Next, the performance display device control process in step S4-19 will be described.
FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the performance display device control process.
The performance display device control process is a process based on a program for controlling the display of the performance display device 61. That is, the performance display device control process is based on a program stored in the non-use area m2 (program area) of the ROM 220. The performance display device control process is called during the execution of the timer interrupt process.
When the performance display device control process is called in step S4-19, the process proceeds to step S28-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S28-1, stack pointer saving processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S28-2. In the stack pointer saving process, the value of the stack pointer used in the processing based on the program stored in the use area m1 is saved in the RAM saving area.
In step S28-2, a register saving process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S28-3. In the register saving process, the register value used in the processing based on the program stored in the use area m1 is saved in the RAM saving area.
In step S28-3, a ball number addition process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S28-4.
In the ball number addition process, the value stored in the out ball number addition value storage area of the RAM 230 is added to the value of the out ball number counter.
Next, the value stored in the payout amount addition value storage area of the RAM 230 is added to the value of the payout number counter.
In step S28-4, a base ratio calculation process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S28-5. The base ratio calculation process will be described later.

In step S28-5, a performance display device display process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S28-6. In the performance display device display process, the performance display device 61 sets control data for displaying the base ratio.
Specifically, in the performance display device display process, in the performance display device data signal control data setting area, the base ratio calculated in step S38-4 (the current base ratio in the current section) or step S38-2. The performance display device data signal control data corresponding to the base ratio (final base ratio of the previous section) stored in (1) is set.
Thus, according to the performance display device data signal control data set in the performance display device data signal control data setting area, in the performance display device 61, the current base ratio of the current section or the final section of the previous section The base ratio is displayed.
At this time, in the performance display device 61, the current base ratio of the current section and the final base ratio of the previous section are alternately displayed every predetermined time so that the current base ratio of the current section is displayed. The performance display device data signal control data corresponding to the base ratio and the performance display device data signal control data corresponding to the final base ratio of the previous section are alternately set every predetermined time.

In step S28-6, a register restoration process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S28-7. In the register restoration process, the register value saved in step S28-2 (the register value used in the process based on the program stored in the use area m1) is restored.
In step S28-7, stack pointer return processing is executed, a series of processing is terminated, and the processing proceeds to the next processing (step S4-20). In the stack pointer restoration process, the value of the stack pointer saved in step S28-1 (the value of the stack pointer used in the process based on the program stored in the use area m1) is restored.

Next, the base ratio calculation process in step S28-4 will be described.
FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing the base ratio calculation process.
The base ratio calculation process is a process based on a program for controlling the display of the performance display device 61. That is, the base ratio calculation process is a process based on a program stored in the non-use area m2 (program area) of the ROM 220. The base ratio calculation process is called during execution of the performance display device control process.
When the base ratio calculation process is called in step S28-4, the process proceeds to step S38-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S38-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the out ball counter has reached the reference value. If it is determined that the value of the out ball counter has reached the reference value (Yes), step S38 is performed. -2 and if it is determined that the value of the out-ball number counter has not reached the reference value (No), the process proceeds to step S38-4.
In this embodiment, the reference value = 60000 × n (n = integer). “N” is a value indicating the current section, and “1” is set as an initial value.
In step S38-2, a base ratio storage process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S38-3. In the base ratio storage process, the base ratio calculated in the previous base ratio calculation process (step S38-4) is stored (stored) in a predetermined area of the RAM 230 as the final base ratio of the previous section. Also, the value of the payout counter is reset (“0” is set as the payout counter value).
In step S38-3, a reference value update process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S38-4. In the reference value update process, “1” is added to the value (n) indicating the current section. Thereby, the reference value is updated.
In step S38-4, a base ratio calculation process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S28-5). In the base ratio calculation process, the base ratio is calculated based on the value of the out ball counter and the value of the payout counter.

(Various effects executed in the pachinko machine 1)
Next, various effects performed in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
First, a hold effect (hold display) executed in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, each start information (the special figure 1 start information or the special figure 2 start information) stored in the start information storage area (the special figure 1 start information storage area and the special figure 2 start information storage area) is targeted. The hold effect is executed.
The holding effect is that a special symbol notification display (starting determination) based on the start information (hereinafter referred to as “holding effect target start information”) that is the target of the holding effect is held, or the holding effect. It is an effect that suggests (notifies) that a special symbol notification display based on the target start information is being executed.
In the hold effect, the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information is displayed in the hold symbol display areas b1 to b3.

Specifically, in the reserved symbol display area b2, as the display position (display unit) where the reserved symbol h is displayed, four storage units (first storage unit to fourth storage unit) of the special figure 1 start information storage region ) Is specified for each display position.
In the reserved symbol display area b3, a display position corresponding to one storage unit in the special figure 2 start information storage area is defined as a display position (display unit) where the reserved symbol h is displayed.
And in the hold effect which uses the special figure 1 start information as the target hold effect target start information, the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information is displayed in the hold symbol display areas b1 and b2.
That is, during the period in which the hold production target start information is stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area (the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit) (after the acquisition of the hold production target start information, During the period before the start determination based on), the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information is displayed in the hold symbol display area b2.
At this time, the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information is displayed at the display position corresponding to the storage unit (first storage unit to fourth storage unit) in which the hold effect target start information is stored.
On the other hand, during the period when the hold production target start information is stored in the changing start information storage area (after the start determination based on the hold production target start information is executed, the special symbol notification display based on the hold production target start information ends. In the period up to), the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information is displayed in the hold symbol display area b1.
On the other hand, in the hold effect using the special figure 2 start information as the hold effect target start information, the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information is displayed in the hold symbol display areas b1 and b3.
That is, during the period in which the hold production target start information is stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area (during the period from the acquisition of the hold production target start information to before the start determination based on the hold production target start information) In the reserved symbol display area b3, the reserved symbol h corresponding to the reserved effect target start information is displayed.
On the other hand, during the period when the hold production target start information is stored in the changing start information storage area (after the start determination based on the hold production target start information is executed, the special symbol notification display based on the hold production target start information ends. In the period up to), the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information is displayed in the hold symbol display area b1.

For example, the various random numbers acquired in step S9-3 are stored as special figure 1 start information in the third storage unit of the special figure 1 start information storage area, and a holding effect for the special figure 1 start information is provided. When executed, the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information is displayed at the display position corresponding to the third storage unit in the hold symbol display area b2 in response to the start of the hold effect.
Thereafter, the display area of the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information in response to the storage area storing the hold effect target start information being changed (shifted) from the third storage unit to the second storage unit. However, the display position corresponding to the third storage unit is changed (shifted) to the display position corresponding to the second storage unit.
In addition, when the storage area for storing the hold effect target start information is changed (shifted) from the second storage unit to the first storage unit, the display area of the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information However, the display position corresponding to the second storage unit is changed (shifted) to the display position corresponding to the first storage unit.
Further, the storage area for storing the hold production target start information is changed (shifted) from the special figure 1 start information storage area (first storage unit) to the changing start information storage area. The display area of the reserved symbol h corresponding to the start information is changed (shifted) from the reserved symbol display area b2 (display position corresponding to the first storage unit) to the reserved symbol display area b1.
Then, in response to the end of the special symbol notification display based on the hold effect target start information, the display of the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information in the hold symbol display area b1 is ended, whereby the hold effect ends. To do.

In the present embodiment, a normal hold effect and a hold notice effect are defined as modes (types) of the hold effect.
“Normal hold effect” is a type of hold effect that does not suggest the result of the preliminary determination (step S9-8) based on the hold effect target start information.
In the present embodiment, normal hold and special hold are defined as the type (mode) of the hold symbol h.
In the normal hold effect, the normal hold is displayed as the hold symbol h corresponding to the hold effect target start information.
In the normal hold effect, the hold effect target start information (Special Figure 1 start information or Special Figure 2 start information) is stored in the start information storage area (Special Figure 1 start information storage area or Special Figure 2 start information storage area). Is started in response to the end of the notification display of the special symbol based on the hold production target start information.

The “pending notice effect” is a kind of prefetch notice effect. In other words, the hold notice effect is a type of hold effect that suggests the result of prior determination (step S9-8) based on predetermined start information by the form of the hold symbol h corresponding to the start information.
In the following description, the start information targeted for the hold notice effect is referred to as “hold notice target start information”. Further, the holding symbol h corresponding to the holding notice target start information is referred to as a notice target holding symbol hy.
In the present embodiment, the hold notice effect is an effect that suggests a result of pre-special symbol stop symbol determination based on the hold notice target start information (specifically, a possibility of being a “small hit symbol”).
It should be noted that the hold notice effect may be configured to suggest a result of the prior special figure fluctuation pattern determination based on the hold notice target start information (specifically, the possibility of “super reach change”).
In the hold notice effect, special hold is displayed as the notice target hold symbol hy.
In the present embodiment, “blue hold”, “green hold”, “purple hold”, and “red hold” are defined as special hold modes (types).
Then, in the hold notice effect, the mode of the notice target hold symbol hy changes, and the result of the preliminary determination based on the hold notice target start information (specifically, depending on the form of the notice target hold symbol hy that is finally displayed) This suggests that a small hit gaming state may occur.
Here, the degree of expectation of each mode of special hold is “red hold”, “purple hold”, “green hold”, “blue hold” (high expectation → low expectation) in descending order of expectation. It is prescribed to be. The “expected degree” refers to the possibility (degree) of occurrence of a small hit gaming state (hereinafter the same).

When the hold notice effect is executed, one or a plurality of hold change triggers and hold change contents corresponding to each hold change trigger are set. Then, in the hold notice effect, the mode of the notice target hold symbol hy changes according to the hold change content corresponding to the hold change trigger according to the arrival of the hold change trigger each time.
The “holding change opportunity” is an opportunity for changing the aspect of the notice target holding symbol hy. Further, the “holding change content” is a content in which the aspect of the notice target holding symbol hy changes.
In the present embodiment, as a change change opportunity, a start time of a variation effect corresponding to each preceding hold information, a start time of a change effect corresponding to the hold notice target start information, and the like are defined. When the hold notice effect is executed, one or more hold change triggers are set from these hold change triggers.
In this embodiment, the hold notice effect is executed only for the special figure 1 start information among the special figure 1 start information and the special figure 2 start information.

Next, the fluctuating effects executed in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, the first variation effect and the second variation effect are continuously executed as the variation effects while the special symbol variation display is being performed.
In the present embodiment, modes corresponding to various types of variation modes (variation mode numbers) are defined as the first variation rendering mode (variation rendering number). In addition, as modes of the second variation effect (variation effect numbers), modes corresponding to various types of variation patterns (each variation pattern number) are defined.
In the following description, the first effect symbol z1 displayed in the first effect symbol display area a1 is “left symbol”, and the first effect symbol z1 displayed in the first effect symbol display area a2 is “middle symbol”. The first effect symbol z1 displayed in the first effect symbol display area a3 is referred to as a “right symbol”.

First, the aspect of the first variation effect corresponding to each variation mode will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, when “pseudo continuous variation” (“pseudo continuous 2 variation”, “pseudo continuous 3 variation” or “pseudo continuous 4 variation”) is selected (designated) as the type of variation mode, the first variation A “pseudo continuous variation effect” is selected as the effect.
In the present embodiment, as a pseudo continuous variation effect mode (variation effect number), “pseudo continuous 2 variation effect” corresponding to “pseudo continuous 2 variation” and “pseudo continuous 3 variation” corresponding to “pseudo continuous 3 variation”. An “effect” and a “pseudo-continuous 4 variation effect” corresponding to “pseudo-continuous 4 variation” are defined.
The “pseudo continuous variation effect” is an effect in which the variable display of the first effect symbol z1 is executed a plurality of times in a pseudo manner during the execution of one special symbol variation display. Specifically, the pseudo continuous variation effect includes a plurality of pseudo variation effects.
In the present embodiment, the “pseudo-continuous two-change effect” is configured to include two pseudo-change effects. On the other hand, the “pseudo-continuous three-variation effect” is configured to include three pseudo-change effects. On the other hand, the “pseudo-continuous four-change effect” is configured to include four pseudo-change effects.
In the following description, among the pseudo variation effects included in the pseudo continuous variation effect, the last pseudo variation effect is referred to as a “last pseudo variation effect”. In addition, among the pseudo variation effects included in the pseudo continuous variation effect, each time pseudo variation effect excluding the last round pseudo variation effect is referred to as “halfway pseudo variation effect”.

Each of the pseudo-variation effects (half-time pseudo-variation effect and final pseudo-variation effect) includes a normal variation effect, a normal reach variation effect, and a pseudo-continuous effect.
“Normal variation effect” refers to a display effect in which the first effect symbol z1 is normally varied and displayed in the three first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3. Specifically, in the normal variation effect, the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol are normally displayed in a variable manner.
“Normal variation display” refers to a display in which the types of the first effect symbols z1 displayed at the lottery result display positions in the first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3 are sequentially switched.
The “lottery result display position” refers to a position where the first effect symbol z1 is stopped and displayed in a stop effect to be described later.
In the “normal reach fluctuation effect”, the first effect symbol z1 is temporarily stopped and displayed in two or more areas among the three first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3, and is temporarily stopped and displayed in two or more areas. A combination of the first effect symbols z1 is a display effect that is a combination included in the “small hit symbol”.
In the following description, in the normal reach variation effect (or reduced reach variation effect described later), the first effect symbol z1 that is temporarily stopped and displayed in the combination included in the “small hit symbol” is the “reach state forming first state”. It is referred to as “1 production design z1”.
Specifically, in the normal reach variation effect, the reach state is formed by the left symbol and the right symbol. That is, in the normal reach variation effect, the left symbol and the right symbol are temporarily stopped and displayed, and the left symbol and the right symbol that are temporarily stopped are of the same type. In the normal reach variation effect, the middle symbols are normally displayed in a variable manner.
“Temporary stop display” is a state in which one type of first effect symbol z1 is moved (swinged, rotated, etc.) in a predetermined manner at the lottery result display positions in the first effect symbol display areas a1 to a3. A display that continues for a predetermined time.

The “pseudo-continuous effect” is an effect that inquires whether or not the next pseudo-variable effect is executed.
The “pseudo-continuous effect” is a type of pseudo-continuous effect that indicates (implies) whether or not the next pseudo-variable effect is to be executed depending on whether or not the pseudo-continuous continuation symbol is temporarily displayed.
The “pseudo continuous continuation symbol” is configured to include information (in this embodiment, “NEXT” characters) that ensues execution of the next pseudo variation effect.
In the present embodiment, “pseudo-continuous production” and “pseudo-continuation production” are defined as “pseudo-continuous production”.
The “pseudo continuous effect” is an effect that suggests that the next pseudo-variable effect will be executed after asking whether or not the next pseudo-variable effect is executed.
Specifically, in the “pseudo continuous continuation effect”, a pseudo continuous continuation symbol (middle symbol) appears as a middle symbol, and the pseudo continuous continuation symbol moves toward the lottery result display position. At this time, the moving speed of the pseudo continuous continuation symbol is slower than the moving speed of the first effect symbol z1 in the normal variation display. In the “pseudo continuous continuation effect”, the pseudo continuous continuation symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed. This suggests that the next pseudo-variation effect will be executed.
The “pseudo-continuous effect” is an effect that suggests that the next pseudo-variable effect is not executed after asking whether or not the next pseudo-variable effect is executed.
Specifically, in the “pseudo continuous end effect”, a pseudo continuous continuation symbol (middle symbol) appears as a middle symbol as in the pseudo continuous continuation effect, and the pseudo continuous continuation symbol is directed toward the lottery result display position. Move. At this time, the moving speed of the pseudo continuous continuation symbol is slower than the moving speed of the first effect symbol z1 in the normal variation display. In the “pseudo continuous end effect”, the pseudo continuous continuation symbol passes through the lottery result display position without being temporarily stopped. This suggests that the next pseudo fluctuation effect is not executed.

In each half-time pseudo variation effect, the reach variation effect is executed after the normal variation effect is executed. That is, after the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol are normally displayed in a variable manner, the left symbol and the right symbol are temporarily stopped and displayed, and a reach state is formed by the right symbol and the left symbol. Then, the pseudo-continuous effect is executed while the reach variation effect is being executed (when the reach state is being formed).
Each halfway pseudo-variable effect is ended in response to the end of the pseudo-continuous effect. Then, in response to the end of the midway pseudo variation effect, the next pseudo variation effect is started.
In each final pseudo variation effect, the reach variation effect is executed after the normal variation effect is executed. That is, after the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol are normally displayed in a variable manner, the left symbol and the right symbol are temporarily stopped and displayed, and a reach state is formed by the right symbol and the left symbol. Then, the pseudo-continuous end effect is executed while the reach fluctuation effect is being executed (when the reach state is being formed).
The final pseudo variation effect of each time is ended in accordance with the end of the pseudo-continuous effect. Then, the second variation effect (normal reach variation effect or super reach variation effect) is started in response to the end of the final pseudo variation effect.

On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 1, when “variation without pseudo-continuous” is selected (designated) as the type of variation mode, “various rendering without pseudo-continuous” is selected as the variation effect.
In the present embodiment, modes corresponding to various types (variation pattern numbers) of “pseudo-continuous variation” are defined as modes (variable rendering number) of “pseudo-continuous variation rendering”.
The “pseudo-continuous variation effect” includes a normal variation effect.
Specifically, in the “pseudo-continuous variation effect”, the “normal variation effect” is started in response to the start. That is, the normal variation display of the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol is started.
Then, in the “pseudo continuous variation effect”, the normal variation display (“normal variation effect”) of the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol is continued until the end of the “pseudo continuous variation effect”.
It should be noted that the pseudo variation effect (normal pseudo variation effect or special pseudo variation effect) is not executed in the pseudo continuous variation effect.

Next, the aspect of the second variation effect corresponding to each variation pattern will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, when “super reach variation” is selected (designated) as the type of variation pattern, “super reach variation effect” is selected as the second variation effect.
In the present embodiment, modes corresponding to various types of “super reach variation” (variation pattern numbers) are defined as “super reach variation effect” modes (variation effect numbers).
Specifically, as a mode of “super reach fluctuation production”, “super reach fluctuation production 1” corresponding to “super reach fluctuation 1” and “super reach fluctuation production 2” corresponding to “super reach fluctuation 2” , “Super reach variation production 3” corresponding to “Super reach variation 3”, “Super reach variation production 4” corresponding to “Super reach variation 4”, and “Super reach variation 5” corresponding to “Super reach variation 5” Production 5 ”is defined.
As a result, the expectation level of each aspect of the “super reach variation effect” is “super reach variation effect 5”, “super reach change effect 4”, “super reach change effect 3”, “ “Super reach fluctuation production 2” and “Super reach fluctuation production 1” (high expectation → low expectation).

“Super reach variation effect” (“super reach variation effect 1” to “super reach change effect 5”) includes a reach change effect, a reduced reach change effect, and an extended reach effect as display effects. ing.
The “reduction reach variation effect” refers to a display effect in which the first effect symbol z1 forming the reach state is reduced and displayed (temporary stop display). In particular, in the reduced reach variation effect, only the first effect symbol z1 that forms the reach state is displayed, and the display of the first effect symbol z1 that does not form the reach state is omitted. Specifically, in the reduced reach variation display, the right symbol and the left symbol forming the reach state are temporarily stopped in a reduced state, and the middle symbol is not displayed.

“Development reach effect” is an effect encouraging that “small hit symbol” is stopped and displayed in the effect symbol display areas a1 to a4. The development reach production is executed during the reach variation production.
In the present embodiment, “Development Reach Production 1” to “Development Reach Production 5” having different contents are defined as types of development reach production.
Then, in “super reach fluctuation production 1”, “development reach production 1” is executed as the development reach production. “Development reach effect 1” includes the display of “Development reach effect image 1” on the display screen 31a. “Development reach effect image 1” is an effect image by “character A”.
On the other hand, in the “super reach fluctuation production 2”, “development reach production 2” is executed as the development reach production. “Development reach effect 2” includes the display of “development reach effect image 2” on the display screen 31a. “Development reach effect image 2” is an effect image by “character B”.
On the other hand, in the “super reach variation effect 3”, the “advance reach effect 3” is executed as the advance reach effect. “Development reach effect 3” includes display of “Development reach effect image 3” on the display screen 31a. “Development reach effect image 3” is an effect image by “character C”.
On the other hand, in the “super reach fluctuation effect 4”, the “advance reach effect 4” is executed as the advance reach effect. “Development reach effect 4” includes a display of “development reach effect image 4” on the display screen 31a. “Development reach effect image 4” is an effect image by “character D”.
On the other hand, in the “super reach fluctuation effect 5”, the “advance reach effect 5” is executed as the advance reach effect. “Development reach effect 5” includes a display of “development reach effect image 5” on the display screen 31a. “Development reach effect image 5” is an effect image by “character E”.

Specifically, in “super reach variation effect 1” to “super reach variation effect 5”, the reduced reach variation effect is executed after the normal reach variation effect is executed.
That is, from the state in which the left symbol and the right symbol form the reach state, the left symbol and the right symbol that form the reach state are reduced, and the reduced left symbol is moved to the upper left corner of the display screen 31a to reduce the size. The displayed right symbol is moved to the upper right end of the display screen 31a, and the display of the middle symbol disappears. At this time, a reach state is formed by the left symbol and the right symbol that are stopped and displayed in the stop effect related to the predetermined stop effect number.
In the “super reach variation effect 1” to “super reach variation effect 5”, during the period when the reduced reach change effect is being executed, the “development reach effect” (“development reach effect 1” to “development reach effect 5”. )) Is executed.
That is, the “development reach effect” is started in response to the elapse of a predetermined time from the start of the reduced reach fluctuation effect. The “development reach production” is ended when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start.
“Super-reach fluctuation effect 1” to “super-reach fluctuation effect 5” are ended in accordance with the end of “development reach effect”. Then, the stop effect is started in response to the end of “super reach change effect 1” to “super reach change effect 5”.

On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 1, when “normal reach variation” is selected (designated) as the type of variation pattern, “normal reach variation effect” is selected as the second variation effect.
In the present embodiment, modes corresponding to various types of “normal reach variation” (variation pattern numbers) are defined as modes (variation effect numbers) of “normal reach variation effects”.
The “normal reach fluctuation effect” includes a normal reach fluctuation effect.
Specifically, in the “normal reach variation effect”, the normal reach variation effect is executed in response to the start. That is, the left symbol and the right symbol form a reach state. The normal reach variation effect is ended when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start thereof.
The “normal reach variation effect” is terminated in response to the end of the normal reach variation effect. Then, the stop effect is started in response to the end of the “normal reach fluctuation effect”.
In the normal reach variation production, the development reach production is not executed.

On the other hand, in the pachinko machine 1, when “variation without reach” is selected (designated) as the type of variation pattern, “variation effect without reach” is selected as the second variation effect.
In the present embodiment, modes corresponding to various types (variation pattern numbers) of “variation without reach” are defined as modes (variation rendering number) of “reaching variation without reach”.
The “unreachable variation effect” is configured to include a normal variation effect as a display effect.
Specifically, in the “reaching variation effect without reach”, the “normal variation effect” is executed in response to the start. That is, the normal variation display of the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol is started.
In the “reaching variation effect without reach”, the normal variation display (“normal variation effect”) of the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol is continued until the end of the “reach variation variation effect”. Then, the stop effect is started in response to the end of the “non-reach fluctuation effect”.
Note that the reach variation effect and the development reach effect are not executed in the reachless change effect.

Next, the main notice effect performed in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, the main notice effect is executed while the change effect is being executed.
The “main notice effect” is an effect executed during the variation effect, and suggests the result of the start determination (special figure winning determination, special figure stop symbol determination, special diagram variation pattern determination, etc.) related to the variable effect. It has become a directing.
In the present embodiment, the main notice effect is executed during the first variation effect. Then, the main notice effect suggests the result of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination (specifically, the possibility that the type of the fluctuation pattern is “super reach fluctuation” (hereinafter referred to as “reach expectation”)).
In the present embodiment, telop notice, cut-in notice, and button notice are defined as types of main notice effects.

“Telop notice” is a type of main notice effect that suggests the degree of reach expectation according to the effect form (the contents of a telop notice image described later).
Specifically, the telop notice includes the display of the telop notice image on the display screen 31a. The telop preview image is an effect image with the content “A telop displaying a predetermined comment appears”. In the telop notice image, the reach expectation level is suggested by a combination of the content of the comment displayed in the appearing telop and the background color.
In the present embodiment, “comment A”, “comment B”, and “comment C” are defined as the contents of the comment displayed on the telop preview image. Further, “blue background”, “green background”, “purple background”, and “red background” are defined as background modes displayed in the telop notice image.
Here, the reach expectation level of each comment displayed on the telop preview image is “Comment C”, “Comment B”, “Comment A” (high reach expectation level → reach) in descending order of reach expectation level. (Expectation is low).
In addition, the reach expectation level of each aspect of the background displayed in the telop notice image is “red background”, “purple background”, “green background”, “blue background” (reach expectation) in descending order of reach expectation. (High → High reach expectation).

In this embodiment, “telop notice A”, “telop notice B”, and “telop notice C” are defined as the types of telop notice.
The reach expectations for each type of telop notice are “telop notice C”, “telop notice B”, “telop notice A” (high reach expectation → reach expectation low) in descending order of reach expectation. It is stipulated that
In addition, “telop notice A1” to “telop notice A4” are defined as modes of “telop notice A”.
The reach expectation level of each aspect of “telop notice A” is “telop notice A4”, “telop notice A3”, “telop notice A2”, and “telop notice A1” (reach) in descending order of reach expectation. High expectations → low reach expectations).
Further, “telop notice B1” to “telop notice B4” are defined as modes of “telop notice B”.
The reach expectation level of each aspect of “telop notice B” is “telop notice B4”, “telop notice B3”, “telop notice B2”, “telop notice B1” (reach) in descending order of reach expectation. High expectations → low reach expectations).
Furthermore, “telop notice C1” to “telop notice C4” are defined as modes of “telop notice C”.
The reach expectation of each aspect of the “telop notice C” is “telop notice C4”, “telop notice C3”, “telop notice C2”, “telop notice C1” (reach) in descending order of reach expectation. High expectations → low reach expectations).

In the telop notice image corresponding to “telop notice A1” (“telop notice A1” to “telop notice A4”), “comment A” is displayed as the content of the comment.
In the telop notice image corresponding to “telop notice B” (“telop notice B1” to “telop notice B4”), “comment B” is displayed as the content of the comment.
In the telop notice image corresponding to “telop notice C” (“telop notice C1” to “telop notice C4”), “comment C” is displayed as the content of the comment.
Further, in the telop notice image corresponding to “telop notice A1”, “telop notice B1”, and “telop notice C1”, “blue background” is displayed as a background mode.
In the telop notice image corresponding to “telop notice A2”, “telop notice B2”, and “telop notice C2”, “green background” is displayed as the background mode.
In the telop notice image corresponding to “telop notice A3”, “telop notice B3”, and “telop notice C3”, “purple background” is displayed as the background mode.
In the telop notice image corresponding to “telop notice A4”, “telop notice B4”, and “telop notice C4”, “red background” is displayed as the background mode.

  The telop notice is started when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation effect. In the telop notice, display of the telop notice image on the display screen 31a is started in response to the start. Then, in the telop notice, the display of the notice image on the display screen 31a is terminated when a predetermined time has elapsed since the start. Thereby, the telop notice is ended.

“Cut-in notice” is a type of main notice effect that suggests the degree of reach expectation according to the effect mode (the contents of a cut-in notice image described later).
Specifically, the cut-in notice includes a display of a cut-in notice image on the display screen 31a. The cut-in preview image is an effect image with the content “the screen is torn and a predetermined character appears”. In the cut-in preview image, the reach expectation level is suggested by the combination of the type of character that has appeared and the background color.
In this embodiment, “Character A”, “Character B”, and “Character C” are defined as the types of characters displayed in the cut-in preview image. Further, “blue background”, “green background”, “purple background”, and “red background” are defined as background modes displayed in the cut-in notice image.
Here, the reach expectation of each type of character displayed in the cut-in preview image is “character C”, “character B”, “character A” (high reach expectation → Reach expectation is low).
In addition, the reach expectation of each aspect of the background displayed in the cut-in notice image is “red background”, “purple background”, “green background”, “blue background” (reach) in descending order of reach expectation. High expectations → low reach expectations).

In this embodiment, “cut-in notice A”, “cut-in notice B”, and “cut-in notice C” are defined as types of cut-in notice.
The reach expectations for each type of cut-in notice are “cut-in notice C”, “cut-in notice B”, “cut-in notice A” (reach expectation high → reach in descending order of reach expectation). (Expectation is low).
In addition, “cut-in notice A1” to “cut-in notice A4” are defined as modes of “cut-in notice A”.
The reach expectation level of each aspect of “cut-in notice A” is “cut-in notice A4”, “cut-in notice A3”, “cut-in notice A2”, “cut-in notice” in descending order of reach expectation. Preliminary notice A1 "(reach expectation high → reach expectation low).
Further, “cut-in notice B1” to “cut-in notice B4” are defined as modes of “cut-in notice B”.
The reach expectation level of each aspect of “cut-in notice B” is “cut-in notice B4”, “cut-in notice B3”, “cut-in notice B2”, “cut-in notice” in descending order of reach expectation. Preliminary notice B1 ”(high reach expectation level → reach expectation level low).
Further, “cut-in notice C1” to “cut-in notice C4” are defined as modes of “cut-in notice C”.
The reach expectation level of each aspect of “cut-in notice C” is “cut-in notice C4”, “cut-in notice C3”, “cut-in notice C2”, “cut-in notice” in descending order of reach expectation. It is defined to be “notice C1” (high reach expectation → low reach expectation).

In the cut-in notice image corresponding to “cut-in notice A” (“cut-in notice A1” to “cut-in notice A4”), “character A” is displayed as a character.
In the cut-in notice image corresponding to “cut-in notice B” (“cut-in notice B1” to “cut-in notice B4”), “character B” is displayed as a character.
In the cut-in notice image corresponding to “cut-in notice C” (“cut-in notice C1” to “cut-in notice C4”), “character C” is displayed as a character.
In the cut-in notice image corresponding to “cut-in notice A1”, “cut-in notice B1”, and “cut-in notice C1”, “blue background” is displayed as a background mode.
In the cut-in notice image corresponding to “cut-in notice A2”, “cut-in notice B2”, and “cut-in notice C2”, “green background” is displayed as the background mode.
In a cut-in notice image corresponding to “cut-in notice A3”, “cut-in notice B3”, and “cut-in notice C3”, “purple background” is displayed as a background mode.
In the cut-in notice image corresponding to “cut-in notice A4”, “cut-in notice B4”, and “cut-in notice C4”, “red background” is displayed as a background mode.

  The cut-in notice is started when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation effect. In the cut-in notice, display of the cut-in notice image on the display screen 31a is started in response to the start. Then, in the cut-in notice, the display of the notice image on the display screen 31a is terminated when a predetermined time has elapsed since the start. This terminates the cut-in notice.

“Button notice” is a type of main notice effect that suggests the degree of reach expectation according to the effect form (the contents of a button notice image described later).
In the button notice, the operation valid state is set (started) in response to the start, and the display of the button operation prompt image on the display screen 31a is started.
The operation valid state is canceled (terminated) in response to the establishment of one of the conditions that the pressing operation of the effect button 5b is detected and that a predetermined operation valid time has elapsed from the start (setting). .
In the button preview, the display of the button operation prompt image is terminated and the display of the button preview image is started on the display screen 31a in response to the cancellation of the operation valid state.
The button operation prompt image is an image that prompts the user to press the effect button 5b. Specifically, the button operation prompt image includes a figure imitating the effect button 5b, information that prompts the user to press the effect button 5b (in this embodiment, “PUSH”), and the operation enabled state is released. Information indicating the remaining time until (in this embodiment, a time bar indicating the remaining time).
The button preview image is an effect image with the content “a predetermined icon pops out from the figure imitating the effect button 5b”. In the button preview image, the reach expectation level is suggested by the form of the icon popped out.
In the present embodiment, “blue icon”, “green icon”, “purple icon”, and “red icon” are defined as icon modes displayed on the button preview image.
Here, the reach expectation level of each icon displayed in the button preview image is “red icon”, “purple icon”, “green icon”, “blue icon” (reach) in descending order of reach expectation level. High expectations → low reach expectations).

In this embodiment, “button notice 1” to “button notice 4” are defined as button notice modes.
The reach expectation level of each mode of the button notice is “button notice 4”, “button notice 3”, “button notice 2”, “button notice 1” (high reach expectation level) in descending order of reach expectation. → Reach expectation is low).
In the button notice image corresponding to “button notice 1”, a “blue icon” is displayed. In the button notice image corresponding to “button notice 2”, a “green icon” is displayed. In the button notice image corresponding to “button notice 3”, a “purple icon” is displayed. In the button notice image corresponding to “button notice 4”, a “red icon” is displayed.
The button notice is started when a predetermined time has elapsed since the start of the variation effect. In the button notice, an operation valid state is set in response to the start, and display of the button operation prompt image on the display screen 31a is started. Further, in the button notice, the button operation is performed on the display screen 31a according to the establishment of one of the conditions that the pressing operation of the effect button 5b is detected and the predetermined operation effective time has passed since the start. The display of the prompt image is terminated, and the display of the button notice image is started. Then, the display of the button operation prompt image is terminated when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start. Thereby, the key button notice is ended.

Next, a sub-notice effect executed in the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, the sub-notice effect is executed while the change effect is being executed.
The “sub-notice effect” is an effect executed during the variation effect, and suggests the result of the start determination (special figure winning determination, special figure stop symbol determination, special diagram variation pattern determination, etc.) related to the variable effect. It has become a directing.
In the present embodiment, the sub-notice effect indicates the result of the special symbol stop symbol determination (specifically, the possibility of being a “small hit symbol”).
In the present embodiment, the background effect notice and the mini character notice are defined as the types of the sub notice effect.

“Background effect notice” is a type of sub-notice effect that suggests the degree of expectation according to the effect form (the contents of an effect notice image described later).
More specifically, the background effect notice includes the display of the effect notice image on the display screen 31a.
The effect preview image is an effect image that is displayed overlaid on the background image. In the effect preview image, the content indicates the degree of expectation.
In this embodiment, “background effect notice 1” to “background effect notice 4” are defined as background effect notice modes (types).
The expectation of each aspect of the background effect notice is “background effect notice 4”, “background effect notice 3”, “background effect notice 2”, “background effect notice 1” (high expectation level) in descending order of expectation. (→ low expectations).
As the effect preview image, “an image showing a state where a predetermined object is dancing in the wind” is displayed. In “background effect notice 1” to “background effect notice 5”, the “number of objects dancing in the wind” in the effect notice image is different from each other.

  The background effect notice is started when a predetermined time has elapsed since the start of the variation effect. In the background effect notice, display of the effect notice image on the display screen 31a is started in response to the start. Then, in the background effect notice, the display of the effect notice image on the display screen 31a is terminated when a predetermined time has elapsed since the start. Thereby, the background effect notice is ended.

The “mini-character notice” is a type of sub-notice effect that suggests the degree of expectation according to the effect mode (the contents of a mini-character notice image described later).
Specifically, the mini character notice includes the display of the mini character notice image on the display screen 31a.
The mini character preview image is an effect image with the content “a predetermined mini character appears”. In the mini character preview image, the degree of expectation is suggested by the type of mini character that appears.
In this embodiment, “mini-character notice 1” to “mini-character notice 5” are defined as the mini-character notice modes.
The expectation level of each aspect of the “mini-character notice” is “mini-character notice 5”, “mini-character notice 4”, “mini-character notice 3”, “mini-character notice 2”, “mini-character notice 1” in descending order of expectation. High expectation → Low expectation).
In “mini character notice 1” to “mini character notice 5”, the types of mini characters appearing in the mini character notice image are different from each other.

  The mini character notice is started when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variation effect. In the mini character notice, the display of the mini character notice image on the display screen 31a is started in response to the start. Then, in the mini character notice, the display of the mini character notice image on the display screen 31a is terminated when a predetermined time has elapsed since the start. Thus, the mini character notice is terminated.

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

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

Next, sub-timer interrupt processing executed by the CPU of the effect control circuit 300 will be described.
FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the sub-timer interrupt process.
The effect control circuit 300 includes a clock pulse generation circuit. The clock pulse generation circuit generates a clock pulse signal every predetermined period.
The CPU of the effect control circuit 300 starts the sub-timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 39 at predetermined intervals based on the generation of the clock pulse by the clock pulse generation circuit. When the sub timer interrupt process is started, first, the process proceeds to step S31-1.
In step S31-1, a register saving process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S31-2. In the register saving process, the register value is saved in the saving area of the RAM.
In step S31-2, timer update processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S31-3. In the timer update process, various timers provided in the effect control circuit 300 are updated.
In step S31-3, command analysis processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S31-4. In the command analysis process, a control command stored in the reception buffer of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300 is analyzed, and a process corresponding to the received control command is executed. The command analysis process will be described later.

In step S31-4, a time schedule management process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S31-5. In the time schedule management process, the progress of each performance is managed.
Here, in the ROM of the effect control circuit 300, each effect (each aspect of the fluctuation effect, each aspect of the stop effect, each aspect of the notice effect, each aspect of the prefetch notice effect, each aspect of the hold effect, the small hit effect, An effect control table corresponding to a big hit effect, a small hit game effect, a round game effect, an opening suggestion effect, a V winning effect, a patrol effect, a small hit ending effect, a big hit ending effect, etc. is stored.
In the “effect control table” corresponding to each effect, information that defines the progress of the display effect, the sound effect, the lamp effect, the movable object effect, and the like constituting the effect (registered in the effect) is registered.
In each effect control table, a plurality of process data are registered in time series. Each process data includes one or a plurality of command information. Each command information is information that specifies the start of a predetermined effect (display effect, sound effect, lamp effect, or movable object effect). In particular, each command information includes information for specifying the contents of the effect to be started (display effect number, sound effect number, lamp effect number, or movable object effect number).
Then, when an effect control table corresponding to the predetermined effect is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300, each of the effects constituting the effect (in accordance with the process data registered in the effect control table) Display effects, sound effects, lamp effects, movable object effects, etc.) are sequentially executed.

In the time schedule management process, an effect control table corresponding to each effect set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300 and an effect management timer corresponding to the effect (the effect management timer for measuring the elapsed time of the effect) ) To manage the progress of the production.
Specifically, for each effect, a process based on the process data corresponding to the current value of the effect management timer among the process data registered in the effect control table is executed. Thereby, the command information included in the process data is stored (stored) in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300.
At this time, the command information designating the start of the display effect is stored in the display effect command area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. As a result, the display control unit (not shown) starts the display effect specified by the command information (specifically, the display of the effect image by the image display device 31).
On the other hand, the command information for designating the start of the sound effect is stored in the sound effect command area of the effect control circuit 300 RAM. As a result, the sound control unit (not shown) starts the sound effect specified by the command information (specifically, the output of the sound effect by the sound generator 22).
On the other hand, the command information designating the start of the lamp effect is stored in the sound effect command area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. As a result, a lamp effect (specifically, lighting control of various lamps 74 to 77) designated by the command information is started by a lamp control unit (not shown).

  In step S31-5, a register restoration process is executed, and the sub timer interrupt process is terminated. In the register restoration process, the register value saved in step S31-1 is restored.

Next, the command analysis process in step S31-3 will be described.
FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing command analysis processing.
When the command analysis process is executed in step S31-3, the process proceeds to step S32-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S32-1, a game state command reception process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-2.
In the gaming state command reception process, it is determined whether or not a gaming state designation command has been received. And when it determines with having received the game state designation | designated command, the setting of various effect flags is performed.
In step S32-2, a hold command reception process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-3. The hold command reception process will be described later.
In step S32-3, a prefetch command reception process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-4. The prefetch command reception process will be described later.
In step S32-4, a variable command reception process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-5. The variable command reception process will be described later.
In step S32-5, stop command reception processing is executed, and the flow proceeds to step S32-6. The stop command reception process will be described later.
In step S32-6, an opening command reception process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-7. The opening command reception process will be described later.
In step S32-7, a round start command reception process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-8. The round start command reception process will be described later.
In step S32-8, V winning command reception processing is executed, and the flow proceeds to step S32-9. The V winning command reception process will be described later.
In step S32-9, a round end command reception process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S32-10. The round end command reception process will be described later.
In step S32-10, an ending command reception process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S31-4). The ending command reception process will be described later.

Next, the hold command reception process in step S32-2 will be described.
FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing a hold command reception process.
When the hold command reception process is executed in step S32-2, the process proceeds to step S36-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S36-1, it is determined whether or not a hold number designation command has been received. If it is determined that a hold number designation command has been received (Yes), the process proceeds to step S36-2, and the hold number designation command is changed. If it is determined that it has not been received (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-3).
In step S36-2, it is determined whether or not the hold number designation command designates an increase in the hold number (that the hold number has increased by “1”), and the hold number designation command designates an increase in the hold number. If it is determined that there is (Yes), the process proceeds to step S36-3, and the hold number designation command does not designate an increase in the hold number (designates that the hold number has decreased by “1”). When it determines (No), it transfers to step S36-4.

In step S36-3, the number-of-holds addition process is executed, the series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-3).
In the hold number addition process, first, it is determined whether or not the hold number designation command specifies an increase in the special figure 1 hold number.
When it is determined that the hold number designation command specifies an increase in the special figure 1 hold number, “1” is added to the value of the special figure 1 hold number counter. In addition, a normal hold effect corresponding to the newly acquired (stored) special figure 1 start information is set.
For this, the effect control table corresponding to the normal hold effect is read, and the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. At this time, as a display area for displaying the reserved symbol h, a storage unit (first storage unit) in which newly acquired special figure 1 start information is stored among the four display positions included in the reserved symbol display region b2. Display position corresponding to .about.fourth storage unit) is set. Here, the memory | storage part (1st memory | storage part-4th memory | storage part) in which the newly acquired special figure 1 starting information is memorize | stored is determined based on the value of a special figure 1 hold | maintenance number counter.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the hold number designation command specifies an increase in the special figure 2 hold number, “1” is added to the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter. In addition, a normal hold effect corresponding to the newly acquired (stored) special figure 2 start information is set.
For this, the effect control table corresponding to the normal hold effect is read, and the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. At this time, the reserved symbol display area b3 is set as a display area for displaying the reserved symbol h.

In step S36-4, the number-of-holds subtraction process is executed, the series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-3).
In the hold number subtraction process, first, it is determined whether or not the hold number designation command specifies subtraction of the special figure 1 hold number.
If it is determined that the hold number designation command designates subtraction of the special figure 1 hold number, “1” is subtracted from the value of the special figure 1 hold number counter. Further, the display position of each reserved symbol h displayed in the reserved symbol display area b2 is changed (shifted).
Specifically, the holding effect corresponding to the holding symbol h displayed in the holding symbol display area b1 is terminated. Thereby, the display of the hold symbol h corresponding to the ended hold effect is ended.
Further, when the reserved symbol h is displayed at the display position corresponding to the first storage unit in the reserved symbol display area b2, the display position of the reserved symbol h is set to the reserved symbol display area b2 (in the first storage unit). The corresponding display position is changed (shifted) to the reserved symbol display area b1.
In addition, when the hold symbol h is displayed at the display position corresponding to the second storage unit in the hold symbol display area b2, the display position of the hold symbol h is changed from the display position corresponding to the second storage unit to the second display unit b2. Change (shift) to the display position corresponding to one storage unit.
Further, when the reserved symbol h is displayed at the display position corresponding to the third storage unit in the reserved symbol display area b2, the display position of the reserved symbol h is changed from the display position corresponding to the third storage unit to the second display unit b2. 2 Change (shift) to the display position corresponding to the storage unit.
In addition, when the holding symbol h is displayed at the display position corresponding to the fourth storage unit in the holding symbol display area b2, the display position of the holding symbol h is changed from the display position corresponding to the fourth storage unit to the second display unit b2. 3. Change (shift) to the display position corresponding to the storage unit.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the hold number designation command designates subtraction of the special figure 2 hold number, “1” is subtracted from the value of the special figure 2 hold number counter. In addition, the display position of each reserved symbol h displayed in the reserved symbol display area b3 is changed (shifted).
Specifically, the holding effect corresponding to the holding symbol h displayed in the holding symbol display area b1 is terminated. Thereby, the display of the hold symbol h corresponding to the ended hold effect is ended.
Further, the display position of the reserved symbol h displayed in the reserved symbol display area b3 is changed (shifted) from the reserved symbol display area b3 to the reserved symbol display area b1.

Next, the prefetch command reception process in step S32-3 will be described.
FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing prefetch command reception processing.
When the prefetch command reception process is executed in step S32-3, the process proceeds to step S33-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S33-1, it is determined whether or not a prefetch designation command (first prefetch designation command, second prefetch designation command and third prefetch designation command) has been received, and if it is determined that a prefetch designation command has been received (Yes) ), The process proceeds to step S33-2, and if it is determined that the prefetch designation command has not been received (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-4).

In step S33-2, a prefetch information analysis process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S33-3. In the prefetch information analysis process, information designated by the prefetch designation command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300 as the hold information.
In the RAM of the effect control circuit 300, a hold information storage area capable of storing hold information is set. In addition, as a reserved information storage area, a first reserved information storage area corresponding to the first special symbol lottery (Special Figure 1 start information storage area of the RAM 230) and a second special symbol lottery (Special Figure 2 start information storage area of the RAM 230). ) Corresponding to the second hold information storage area.
The first hold information storage area includes a first storage unit to a fourth storage unit as a storage unit capable of storing the hold information. In the first hold information storage area, hold information corresponding to the special figure 1 start information stored in the special figure 1 start information storage area is stored. That is, the hold information stored in the first storage unit of the first hold information storage area corresponds to the special figure 1 start information stored in the first storage unit of the special figure 1 start information storage area. Further, the hold information stored in the second storage unit of the first hold information storage area corresponds to the special figure 1 start information stored in the second storage unit of the special figure 1 start information storage area. Further, the hold information stored in the third storage unit of the first hold information storage area corresponds to the special figure 1 start information stored in the third storage unit of the special figure 1 start information storage area. Further, the hold information stored in the fourth storage unit of the first hold information storage area corresponds to the special figure 1 start information stored in the fourth storage unit of the special figure 1 start information storage area.
The second hold information storage area is configured to include one storage unit as a storage unit capable of storing the hold information. In the second hold information storage area, hold information corresponding to the special figure 2 start information stored in the special figure 2 start information storage area is stored. That is, the hold information stored in the storage unit of the second hold information storage area corresponds to the special figure 2 start information stored in the storage unit of the special figure 2 start information storage area.
Each hold information includes symbol information indicating the type of stop symbol, first variation information indicating the content of the variation mode (“variation mode number” or “undefined value”), and the content of the variation pattern (“variation pattern number” or Second variation information indicating “indefinite value”).

In the prefetch information analysis process, first, it is determined whether or not the received first prefetch designation command corresponds to the first special symbol lottery.
If it is determined that the received first prefetch designation command corresponds to the first special symbol lottery, the type of stop symbol designated by the first prefetch designation command ("missing symbol" or "small hit symbol") )), The contents of the fluctuation mode designated by the second prefetch designation command ("fluctuation mode m" or "undefined value"), and the contents of the fluctuation pattern designated by the third prefetch designation command ("fluctuation pattern n" or " Indefinite value "), the symbol information corresponding to the analyzed stop symbol type, the first variation information corresponding to the analyzed variation mode content, and the second corresponding to the analyzed variation pattern content Hold information including fluctuation information is generated. Then, the generated hold information is stored (saved) in the first hold information storage area.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the received first prefetching designation command corresponds to the second special symbol lottery, the type of stop symbol designated by the first prefetching designation command (“missing symbol” or “small hit symbol”) )), The contents of the fluctuation mode designated by the second prefetch designation command ("fluctuation mode m" or "undefined value"), and the contents of the fluctuation pattern designated by the third prefetch designation command ("fluctuation pattern n" or " Indefinite value "), the symbol information corresponding to the analyzed stop symbol type, the first variation information corresponding to the analyzed variation mode content, and the second corresponding to the analyzed variation pattern content Hold information including fluctuation information is generated. Then, the generated hold information is stored (saved) in the second hold information storage area.
In the following description, the hold information stored in the hold information storage area in step S33-2 is referred to as “prefetch target hold information”. Further, among the hold information stored in the first hold information storage area, the hold information for which notification display (variable display and stop display) is executed before the prefetch target hold information is referred to as “preceding hold information”.

In step S33-3, it is determined whether or not the prefetching notice effect is being executed. If it is determined that the prefetching notice effect is not being executed (No), the process proceeds to step S33-4 and the prefetching notice effect is displayed. If it is determined that the process is being executed (Yes), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-4).
In the present embodiment, “1” is set in the prefetching notice effect flag area in the RAM of the effect control circuit 300 during execution of the prefetching notice effect. Therefore, in step S33-3, it is determined whether or not the prefetching notice effect is being executed based on whether or not “1” is set in the prefetching notice effect flag area in the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. .
In step S33-4, it is determined whether or not the prefetching notice effect execution condition is satisfied. If it is determined that the prefetching notice effect execution condition is satisfied (Yes), the process proceeds to step S33-5, and the prefetching notice effect execution condition is satisfied. If it is determined that the condition is not satisfied (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-4).
In the present embodiment, (1) the prefetch target hold information is the hold information corresponding to the special figure 1 start information, and (2) the predecessor hold information of a predetermined number (“1” in this embodiment) or more is stored. (3) No preceding hold information indicating the type (variation pattern number) belonging to “normal reach fluctuation” or “super reach fluctuation” as the type of fluctuation pattern, and (4) the time-saving control is stopped. It is determined that the pre-reading notice effect execution condition is satisfied when all the conditions of existence and (5) that the big hit gaming state is not occurring are satisfied.
Note that the contents of the pre-reading notice effect execution condition can be changed as appropriate. In other words, not all of the above conditions (1) to (5) but a condition in which it is determined that the pre-reading notice effect execution condition is satisfied when one or more of the above conditions (1) to (5) are satisfied. It doesn't matter. Further, as the pre-reading notice effect execution condition, other conditions different from the above conditions (1) to (5) may be included.

In step S33-5, a prefetch notice effect lottery process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S33-6. In the prefetching notice effect lottery process, a prefetching notice effect lottery for determining whether or not to execute the prefetch notice effect is executed.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a prefetching notice effect lottery table in which the winning value of the prefetching notice effect lottery is registered.
In the prefetching notice effect lottery process, first, a prefetching notice effect lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Then, based on the acquired prefetching notice effect lottery random number and the prefetching notice effect lottery table, it is determined whether to execute the prefetching notice effect.
In step S33-6, it is determined whether or not the prefetching notice effect lottery executed in step S33-5 has been won. If it is determined that the prefetching notice effect lottery has been won (Yes), the process proceeds to step S33-7. If it is determined that it has been lost in the pre-reading notice effect lottery (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-4).

In step 33-7, a pre-reading notice effect setting process is executed, the series of processes is terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-4). In the prefetching notice effect setting process, the contents of the prefetching notice effect (holding notice effect) are set.
In the pre-reading notice effect setting process, first, a hold final mode selection process is executed. In the hold final mode selection process, the hold final mode is selected and set.
The “holding final mode” refers to a mode of the notice target holding symbol hy that finally changes in the holding notice effect.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a hold final color lottery table in which correspondence between the hold final mode lottery random number and the hold final mode is registered.
In addition, a hold final mode lottery table corresponding to each type of variation pattern is stored as the hold final mode lottery table.
In the hold final mode selection process, first, a hold final mode lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of the variation pattern indicated by the prefetch target hold information is confirmed, and the hold final mode lottery table corresponding to the check result is read. Then, the final hold mode is selected (determined) based on the acquired final hold mode lottery random number and the read final hold mode lottery table.

Next, in the pre-reading notice effect setting process, a hold change opportunity selection process is executed. In the hold change opportunity selection process, a hold change opportunity is selected and set.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a hold change opportunity lottery table in which correspondences between hold change opportunity lottery random numbers and hold change patterns are registered.
The “holding change pattern” is information (scenario data) for specifying a combination of the holding change triggers.
In addition, a hold change opportunity lottery table corresponding to each combination of the special figure 1 hold number ("2" to "4") and the hold final mode is stored as the hold change opportunity lottery table.
In the hold change opportunity selection process, first, a hold change opportunity lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Moreover, the number of special figure 1 hold | maintenance and the hold | maintenance last aspect selected by the hold | maintenance last aspect selection process are confirmed, and the hold | maintenance change opportunity lottery table corresponding to this confirmation result is read. Then, a hold change pattern is determined (determined) based on the acquired hold change trigger lottery random number and the read hold change trigger lottery table. Then, according to the determined hold change pattern, one or more hold change triggers related to the hold notice effect are set.

In the pre-reading notice effect setting process, next, a pending change content selection process is executed. In the hold change content selection process, the hold change content corresponding to each hold change opportunity is selected and set.
Specifically, in the pending change content selection process, as the pending change content corresponding to each pending change opportunity, the mode of the advance notice target hold symbol hy before the change and the mode of the advance notice target hold symbol hy after the change are: Is set.
In this embodiment, among one or more hold change triggers set in the hold change trigger selection process, each hold is performed in order from the hold change trigger (later hold change trigger) that arrives (occurs) later. The pending change content corresponding to the change opportunity is selected.
For example, when a hold change opportunity of 3 [times] is set in the hold change opportunity selection process, a third (last) hold change opportunity, a second hold change opportunity, and a first hold change opportunity are arranged in this order. Then, the hold change content corresponding to each hold change opportunity is selected.
Further, when selecting the hold change content corresponding to each hold change opportunity, first the aspect of the notice target hold symbol hy after the change is selected, and then the form of the notice target hold symbol hy before the change is selected. Selected. At this time, a mode with a low expectation is determined as a mode of the notification target reserved symbol hy before the change, compared with a mode of the notification target reserved symbol hy after the change. Thereby, according to the arrival of the hold change opportunity of each time, the aspect of the notice target hold symbol hy is changed (promoted) to a form with high expectation.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a pending change content lottery table in which correspondences between the pending change content lottery random numbers and the mode of the notice target pending symbol hy before change are registered.
In addition, a hold change content lottery table corresponding to each mode of the hold symbol h (a mode of the notification target hold symbol hy after the change) is stored as the hold change content lottery table.
Then, in the pending change content lottery table corresponding to each aspect of the reserved symbol h (the aspect of the notice target reserved symbol hy after the change), the notice target reserved symbol hy after the change is set as the aspect of the notice subject reserved symbol hy before the change. Only the mode with low expectation is registered as compared with the above mode.
In the pending change content selection processing, first, the pending change content is selected for the last pending change timing among the pending change timings set in the pending change timing selection processing. In order to do this, first, the mode of the notice target reserved symbol hy after the change related to the last change change opportunity is selected. At this time, the final hold mode selected in the final hold mode selection process is selected as the post-change notice target hold symbol hy related to the final hold change opportunity. Next, the aspect of the notice subject hold symbol hy before the change related to the last hold change opportunity is selected. For this purpose, first, a pending change content lottery random number is obtained from a predetermined random number counter. In addition, the holding change content lottery table corresponding to the mode of the notice target holding symbol hy after the change selected for the last holding change opportunity is read. Then, based on the acquired hold change content lottery random number and the read hold change content lottery table, the mode of the notice target hold symbol hy before the change related to the last hold change opportunity is selected.
In the hold change content selection process, next, the hold change contents are selected for each hold change opportunity except for the last hold change trigger among the hold change triggers set in the hold change trigger selection process. At this time, the hold change content corresponding to each hold change trigger is determined in order from the hold change trigger that comes later.
In order to determine the hold change content corresponding to each hold change trigger, first, the mode of the notice target hold symbol hy after the change related to the hold change trigger is determined. At this time, as the mode of the notice target reserved symbol hy after the change related to the current hold change trigger, the mode of the notice target hold symbol hy before the change already selected for the next hold change trigger is selected. Next, the mode of the notice target hold symbol hy before the change related to the hold change opportunity this time is determined. For this purpose, first, a pending change content lottery random number is obtained from a predetermined random number counter. In addition, the holding change content lottery table corresponding to the mode of the notification target holding symbol hy after the change selected for the current holding change opportunity is read. Then, based on the acquired hold change content lottery random number and the read hold change content lottery table, the mode of the notice target hold symbol hy before change related to the current hold change opportunity is selected.
In the pending change content selection process, next, the pending change content selected for each pending change trigger is set in association with the pending change trigger. As a result, according to the arrival of each hold change opportunity, the mode of the notice target hold symbol hy changes (promotes) according to the hold change content set for the hold change trigger.

In the pre-reading notice effect setting process, next, “1” is set in the pre-reading notice effect flag area in the RAM of the effect control circuit 300.
Thus, the hold notice effect is started.
Note that “0” is set in the pre-reading notice effect flag area in the RAM of the effect control circuit 300 in accordance with the end of the hold notice effect by a process not shown.

Next, the fluctuation command reception process in step S32-4 will be described.
FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing the variable command reception process.
When the variable command reception process is executed in step S32-4, the process proceeds to step S34-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S34-1, it is determined whether a predetermined control command has been received. If it is determined that the predetermined control command has been received (Yes), the process proceeds to step S34-2, and the predetermined control command is changed. If it is determined that it has not been received (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-5).
Here, the predetermined control commands are a symbol type designation command, a variation mode designation command, and a variation pattern designation command.
In step S34-2, a stop effect determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S34-3. In the stop effect determination process, a stop effect mode (stop effect number) is determined.
Specifically, in the stop effect determination process, the stop effect mode (stop effect number) is determined based on the stop symbol type specified by the symbol type specifying command. Then, the determined stop production number is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM of the production control circuit 300.

In step S34-3, a variation effect determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S34-4. In the variation effect determination process, a variation effect mode (variation effect number) is determined.
Specifically, in the variation effect determination process, first, a first variation effect determination process for determining the mode (variation effect number) of the first variation effect is executed.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a first variation effect lottery table in which the correspondence between the variation mode type (variation mode number) and the first variation effect mode (variation effect number) is registered. .
In the first variation effect determination process, first, the first variation effect lottery table is read. The first variation effect corresponding to the variation mode type (variation mode number) designated by the variation mode designation command among the first variation effect modes (variation effect numbers) registered in the first variation effect lottery table. The mode is determined (selected).

In the variation effect determination process, next, a second variation effect determination process for determining a mode (variation effect number) of the second variation effect is executed.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a second variation effect lottery table in which the correspondence between the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) and the second variation effect mode (variation effect number) is registered. .
In the second variation effect determination process, first, the second variation effect lottery table is read. The second variation effect corresponding to the variation pattern type (variation pattern number) specified by the variation pattern designation command among the second variation effect modes (variation effect numbers) registered in the second variation effect lottery table. The mode is determined (selected).

  In the variation effect determination process, next, as the first variation effect mode (variation effect number), “pseudo continuous variation effect” (“pseudo continuous 2 variable effect”, “pseudo continuous 3 variable effect” or “pseudo continuous 4 variable effect” )) Is determined. When it is determined that “pseudo continuous variation effect” is determined as the first variation effect mode (variation effect number), the “pseudo continuous effect” mode of each time included in the “pseudo continuous variation effect” And the mode of the “pseudo continuous end effect” included in the “pseudo continuous variation effect”.

In step S34-4, a notice effect determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S34-5. In the notice effect determining process, the main notice effect and the sub notice effect are determined.
In the notice effect determination process, first, a main notice category lottery process is executed. In the main notice category lottery process, the type of the main notice effect is selected.
In the present embodiment, telop notice, cut-in notice, and button notice are defined as types of main notice effects. In the main notice category lottery process, one kind of main notice effect is selected from no main notice, telop notice, cut-in notice, and button notice.
Here, when “no main notice” is selected as the type of the main notice effect, the main notice effect is not executed.
In the ROM of the effect control circuit 300, there is a correspondence between the combination of the variation pattern type and the main notice category lottery random number and the type of the main notice effect (no main notice, telop notice, cut-in notice, or button notice). The registered main notice category lottery table is stored.
In the main notice category lottery process, first, the main notice category lottery table is read. Also, a main notice category lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is confirmed. Then, with reference to the read main notice category lottery table, the type of main notice effect corresponding to the combination of the acquired main notice category lottery random number and the confirmed variation pattern type is selected (determined).

In the notice effect determination process, next, a main notice mode lottery process is executed. In the main notice mode lottery process, the content (mode) of the main notice effect is selected and set.
Specifically, in the main notice style lottery process, when the type of the main notice effect selected in the main notice category lottery process is a telop notice, a telop notice style lottery process described later is executed.
On the other hand, in the main notice mode lottery process, when the type of the main notice effect selected in the main notice category lottery process is a cut-in notice, a cut-in notice mode lottery process described later is executed.
On the other hand, in the main notice mode lottery process, when the type of the main notice effect selected in the main notice category lottery process is a button notice, a button notice form lottery process described later is executed.

In the telop notice mode lottery process, the content (mode) of the telop notice is selected and set.
Specifically, in the telop notice mode lottery process, first, the type of telop notice is selected.
In the ROM of the effect control circuit 300, a telop notice in which correspondence between a combination of a variation pattern type and a telop notice type lottery random number and a telop notice type ("telop notice A" to "telop notice C") is registered. A type lottery table is stored.
In order to select the type of telop notice, first, the telop notice type lottery table is read. Also, a telop notice type lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is confirmed. Then, with reference to the read telop notice type lottery table, the type of telop notice corresponding to the combination of the acquired telop notice type lottery random number and the confirmed variation pattern type is selected (determined).
In the telop notice mode lottery process, next, the telop notice mode is selected and set.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a telop notice mode lottery table in which correspondences between combinations of types of variation patterns and telop notice mode lottery random numbers and telop notice modes are registered.
Also, as the telop notice notice lottery table, the telop notice A form lottery table corresponding to “telop notice A”, the telop notice B form lottery table corresponding to “telop notice B”, and the telop corresponding to “telop notice C”. The notice C mode lottery table is stored.
To select a telop notice mode, first, a telop notice mode lottery table corresponding to the selected telop notice type is read out. Further, a telop notice mode lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is confirmed. Then, referring to the read telop notice notice lottery table, the telop notice notice lottery corresponding to the combination of the acquired telop notice notice lottery random number and the confirmed variation pattern type is selected (determined).
Then, the selected telop notice mode is set as the main notice effect to be executed.

In the cut-in notice lottery process, the content (mode) of the cut-in notice is selected and set.
Specifically, in the cut-in notice lottery process, first, the type of cut-in notice is selected.
In the ROM of the production control circuit 300, the correspondence between the combination of the variation pattern type and the cut-in notice type lottery random number and the type of the cut-in notice (“cut-in notice A” to “cut-in notice C”) is registered. The cut-in notice type lottery table is stored.
In order to select the type of cut-in notice, first, the cut-in notice type lottery table is read. Further, a cut-in notice type lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is confirmed. Then, with reference to the read cut-in notice type lottery table, the type of cut-in notice corresponding to the combination of the acquired cut-in notice type lottery random number and the confirmed variation pattern type is selected (determined).
In the cut-in notice lottery process, next, the mode of cut-in notice is selected and set.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 stores a cut-in notice mode lottery table in which correspondences between combinations of types of variation patterns and cut-in notice mode lottery random numbers and cut-in notice modes are registered.
Further, as a cut-in notice mode lottery table, a cut-in notice A-type lottery table corresponding to “cut-in notice A”, a cut-in notice B-type lottery table corresponding to “cut-in notice B”, and a “cut-in notice” And a cut-in notice C mode lottery table corresponding to “C”.
To select a cut-in notice mode, first, a cut-in notice form lottery table corresponding to the selected cut-in notice type is read out. Further, a cut-in notice mode lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is confirmed. Then, the cut-in notice mode corresponding to the combination of the acquired cut-in notice mode lottery random number and the confirmed variation pattern type is selected (determined) with reference to the read cut-in notice mode lottery table.
Then, the selected cut-in notice mode is set as the main notice effect to be executed.

In the button notice lottery process, the contents (aspects) of the button notice are selected and set.
Specifically, in the button notice lottery process, first, a button notice mode is selected and set.
In the ROM of the effect control circuit 300, the button notice in which the correspondence between the combination of the variation pattern type and the button notice mode lottery random number and the button notice modes ("button notice 1" to "button notice 4") is registered. A mode lottery table is stored.
To select the button notice mode, first, the button notice mode lottery table is read. Further, a button notice mode lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is confirmed. Then, referring to the read button notice mode lottery table, the button notice form corresponding to the combination of the acquired button notice form lottery random number and the confirmed variation pattern type is selected (determined).
Then, the selected button notice mode is set as the main notice effect to be executed.

In the notice effect determination process, next, a sub notice category lottery process is executed. In the sub-notice category lottery process, the type of sub-notice effect is selected.
As described above, in this embodiment, the background effect notice and the mini character notice are defined as the types of the sub notice effect. In the sub-notice category lottery process, one type of sub-notice effect, background effect notice, and mini character notice is selected as the sub-notice effect type.
Here, when “no sub-notice” is selected as the type of the sub-notice effect, the sub-notice effect is not executed.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 registers the correspondence between the main notice effect type and the sub notice category lottery random number, and the sub notice effect type (no sub notice, background effect notice, or mini character notice). A sub notice category lottery table is stored.
In the sub-notice category lottery process, first, the sub-notice category lottery table is read. Also, a sub-notice category lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of the selected main notice effect is confirmed. Then, with reference to the read sub-notice category lottery table, the sub-notice category type corresponding to the combination of the acquired sub-notice category lottery random number and the confirmed main notice category type is selected (determined).

In the notice effect determination process, next, a sub notice form lottery process is executed. In the sub-notice mode lottery process, the content (mode) of the sub-notice effect is selected and set.
Specifically, in the sub-notice notice lottery process, if the type of the selected sub-notice effect is a background effect notice, a background effect notice lottery process described later is executed.
On the other hand, in the sub-notice notice lottery process, if the type of the sub-notice effect selected in step S41-5 is a mini character notice, a mini character notice lottery process described later is executed.

In the background effect notice lottery process, the background effect notice mode is selected and set.
The ROM of the effect control circuit 300 registers the correspondence between the variation pattern type and the background effect notice lottery random number and the background effect notice modes ("background effect notice 1" to "background effect notice 5"). A background effect notice lottery table is stored.
In the background effect notice lottery process, first, the background effect notice lottery table is read. Also, a background effect notice lottery random number is acquired from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is confirmed. Then, with reference to the read background effect notice lottery table, the background effect notice lottery mode corresponding to the combination of the acquired background effect notice lottery random number and the confirmed variation pattern type is selected (determined).
Then, the selected background effect notice mode is set as the sub notice effect to be executed.

In the mini character notice lottery process, the mode of the mini character notice is selected and set.
In the ROM of the production control circuit 300, the combination of the type of the variation pattern and the random lottery lottery random number and the mini character trail mode ("mini character trailer 1" to "mini character trailer 5") are registered. The table is stored.
In the mini character notice lottery process, first, the mini character notice lottery table is read. Also, a mini character notice lottery random number is obtained from a predetermined random number counter. Further, the type of variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is confirmed. Then, referring to the read mini character notice lottery table, the mini character notice lottery mode corresponding to the combination of the acquired mini character notice lottery random number and the confirmed variation pattern type is selected (determined).
Then, the mode of the selected mini character notice is set as the form of the sub notice effect to be executed.

In step S34-5, a variation effect setting process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-5). In the variation effect setting process, an effect control table for the variation effect is set.
Specifically, in the variation effect setting process, the effect control table corresponding to the first variation effect mode (variation effect number) determined in step S34-3 and the second variation effect mode determined in step S34-3. An effect control table corresponding to (variable effect number) is read out.
Next, the effect control tables that have been read out are combined to generate an effect control table related to the change effect. Then, the generated effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, the fluctuating effect is started.
In addition, when “pseudo continuous variation effect” (“pseudo continuous 2 variation effect”, “pseudo continuous 3 variation effect” or “pseudo continuous 4 variation effect”) is determined as the first variation effect mode (variation effect number). The type determined in step S34-3 is set as the type of “pseudo continuous continuation effect” included in the “pseudo continuous variation effect”. Further, the type determined in step S34-3 is set as the type of “pseudo continuous end effect” included in the “pseudo continuous variation effect”.
If execution of the main notice effect is selected in step S34-4, an effect control table corresponding to the main notice form determined in step S34-4 is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Accordingly, the main notice effect is started at a predetermined timing during the execution of the variable effect.
Furthermore, when execution of the sub-notice effect is selected in step S34-4, an effect control table corresponding to the sub-notice mode determined in step S34-4 is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. As a result, the sub-notice effect is started at a predetermined timing during the execution of the variable effect.

Next, the stop command reception process in step S32-5 will be described.
FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing stop command reception processing.
When the stop command reception process is executed in step S32-5, the process proceeds to step S35-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S35-1, it is determined whether or not a stop designation command has been received. If it is determined that a stop designation command has been received (Yes), the process proceeds to step S35-2 and the stop designation command has been received. If it is determined that there is not (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-6).
In step S35-2, a stop effect setting process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-6). In the stop effect setting process, an effect control table for stop effect is set.
Specifically, in the stop effect setting process, an effect control table corresponding to the stop effect number determined in step S34-2 is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, a stop effect is started.
Here, in the stop effect, the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol that were temporarily stopped at the end of the variation effect are stopped and displayed.

Next, the opening command reception process in step S32-6 will be described.
FIG. 45 is a flowchart showing the opening command reception process.
When the opening command reception process is executed in step S32-6, the process proceeds to step S45-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S45-1, it is determined whether or not an opening designation command has been received. If it is determined that an opening designation command has been received (Yes), the process proceeds to step S45-2 and the opening designation command has been received. If it is determined that there is not (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-7).
In step S45-2, it is determined whether or not the opening designation command specifies the start of the small hit gaming state, and if it is determined that the start of the small hit gaming state is specified (Yes), If the process proceeds to S45-3 and it is determined that the start of the big hit gaming state is designated (No), the process proceeds to Step S45-4.

In step S45-3, a small hit effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-7). In the small hit effect start processing, the small hit effect is started.
The “small hit effect” is an effect that suggests the occurrence of a small hit gaming state. The small hit effect includes the display of the small hit effect image on the display screen 31a.
In the small hit effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the small hit effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, a small hit effect is started.
In step S45-4, a big hit effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-7). In the big hit effect start process, the big hit effect is started.
The “big hit effect” is an effect that suggests the occurrence of a big hit gaming state. The big hit effect includes the display of the big hit effect image on the display screen 31a.
In the big hit effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the big hit effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, the big hit effect is started.

Next, the round start command reception process in step S32-7 will be described.
FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing round start command reception processing.
When the round start command reception process is executed in step S32-7, the process proceeds to step S46-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S46-1, it is determined whether or not a round start designation command has been received. If it is determined that a round start designation command has been received (Yes), the process proceeds to step S46-2, and the round start designation command is changed. If it is determined that it has not been received (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-8).
In step S46-2, it is determined whether or not the round start designation command designates the start of the first round (small hit game), and it is determined that the start of the first round is not designated ( In No), it transfers to step S46-3, and when it determines with designating the start of the 1st round (Yes), it transfers to step S46-9.
In step S46-3, it is determined whether or not the round start designation command designates the start of the second round, and if it is determined that the start of the second round is designated (Yes), If the process proceeds to step S46-4 and it is determined that the start of the second round is not designated (No), the process proceeds to step S46-10.

In Step S46-4, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the irregular flag area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300, and it is determined that “1” is set in the irregular flag area (Yes). In step S46-5, if it is determined that “0” is set in the anomaly flag area (No), the process proceeds to step S46-11.
In step S46-5, V winning effect end processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S46-6. In the V winning effect end process, the V winning effect ends. The V winning effect will be described later.

In step S46-6, an opening suggestion effect start process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S46-7. In the opening suggestion effect start processing, the opening suggestion effect is started.
The “open suggestion effect” is an effect that suggests that the second grand prize opening 54 is opened. The opening suggestion effect is configured to include the second attacker lamp effect A. Here, the opening suggestion effect may include a display effect (display of the effect image on the display screen 31a).
In the second attacker lamp effect A, the second attacker lamp 76 is controlled to be lit in the first mode (in this embodiment, the mode is continuously lit).
In the opening suggestion effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the opening suggestion effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, an opening suggestion effect is started.

In step S46-7, a patrol effect start process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S46-8. In the patrol effect starting process, the patrol effect is started.
The “patrol effect” is an effect that suggests the occurrence of a big hit gaming state (being generated or being generated). In the patrol effect, the patrol lamp 77 is controlled to be lit in a predetermined manner. Here, the patrol effect may include a display effect (display of the effect image on the display screen 31a).
In the patrol effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the patrol effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, the patrol effect is started.

In step S46-8, a round game effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-8). In the round game effect start process, the round game effect is started.
The “round game effect” is an effect suggesting that the second grand prize opening 54 is being opened. The round game effect includes a second attacker lamp effect B. Here, the round game effect may include a display effect (display of the effect image on the display screen 31a).
In the “second attacker lamp effect B”, the second attacker lamp 76 is controlled to be lit in a second mode different from the first mode (in this embodiment, the mode flashes in a predetermined pattern).
In the round game effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the round game effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. At this time, a predetermined standby time is set as a time to wait for the start of the second attacker lamp effect B. Thereby, in response to the elapse of a predetermined standby time from the start of the second attacker lamp effect A set in step S46-7, the second attacker lamp effect B is started instead of the second attacker lamp effect A. Is done.

In step S46-9, a small hit game effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-8). In the small hit game effect start process, the small hit game effect and the specific area winning suggestion effect are started.
The “small hit game effect” is an effect that suggests that the first big prize opening 53 is being opened. The small hit game effect includes the first attacker lamp effect. Here, the small hit game effect may include a display effect (display of the effect image on the display screen 31a).
In the “first attacker lamp effect”, lighting of the first attacker lamp 75 is controlled in a predetermined manner.
The “specific region winning suggestion effect” is an effect that encourages the game ball to pass through the V region. The specific area winning suggestion effect includes a display of an effect image on the display screen 31a (in this embodiment, a display of a letter “Aim for V!”).
In the small hit game effect start processing, an effect control table corresponding to the small hit game effect and an effect control table corresponding to the specific area winning suggestion effect are read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, the small hit game effect and the specific area winning suggestion effect are started.

In step S46-10, a round game effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-8). In the round game effect start process, the round game effect is started.
Specifically, in the round game effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the round game effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, a round game effect is started.
In step S46-11, an opening suggestion effect end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S46-12. In the opening suggestion effect end process, the opening suggestion effect ends.
In step S46-12, a round game effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-8). In the round game effect start process, the round game effect is started.
Specifically, in the round game effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the round game effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, a round game effect is started.

Next, the V winning command reception process in step S32-8 will be described.
FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing the V winning command reception process.
When the V winning command reception process is executed in step S32-8, the process proceeds to step S47-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S47-1, it is determined whether or not a V winning designation command has been received. If it is determined that a V winning designation command has been received (Yes), the process proceeds to step S47-2 and the V winning designation command is changed. If it is determined that it has not been received (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-9).
In step S47-2, a V winning flag setting process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S47-3. In the V winning flag setting process, “1” is set in the V winning flag area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300.

In step S47-3, a V winning effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-9). In the V winning effect start process, the specific region winning suggestion effect is ended and the V winning effect is started.
The “V prize winning effect” is an effect suggesting that the passage of the V area by the game ball is detected. The V winning effect includes a V winning lamp effect. Here, the V winning effect may include a display effect (display of the effect image on the display screen 31a).
In the “V winning lamp effect”, the V winning lamp 74 is controlled to be lit in a predetermined manner (in this embodiment, a character “V” is displayed).
In the V winning effect start process, the effect control table corresponding to the V winning effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. As a result, the V winning effect is started.

Next, the round end command reception process in step S32-9 will be described.
FIG. 48 is a flowchart showing round end command reception processing.
When the round end command reception process is executed in step S32-9, the process proceeds to step S48-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S48-1, it is determined whether or not a round end designation command has been received. If it is determined that a round end designation command has been received (Yes), the process proceeds to step S48-2 and the round end designation command is changed. If it is determined that it has not been received (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-10).
In step S48-2, it is determined whether or not the round end designation command designates the end of the first round. If it is determined that the end of the first round is designated (Yes), If the process proceeds to step S48-3 and it is determined that the end of the first round is not designated (No), the process proceeds to step S48-8.

In step S48-3, a small hit game effect end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S48-4. In the small hit game effect end process, the small hit game effect ends.
In addition, in the small hit game effect end processing, it is determined whether or not the specific area winning suggestion effect is being executed, and if it is determined that the specific region winning suggestion effect is being executed, the specific area winning suggestion effect is determined. Exit.
Here, in this embodiment, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected by the end of the first round, the specific area winning suggestion effect ends according to the passage of the V area by the game ball. When the passing of the V area by the game ball is not detected by the end of the first round, the specific area winning suggestion effect is ended according to the end of the first round. .
However, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is not detected by the end of the first round, the specific area winning suggestion effect may be continued even after the end of the first round. In such a configuration, after the first round is completed, one of the conditions that the game ball has detected passing through the V region and the second round is started is met. Accordingly, the specific area winning suggestion effect is terminated.
In step S48-4, it is determined whether or not “1” is set in the V winning flag area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300, and it is determined that “1” is set in the V winning flag area ( If yes, the process proceeds to step S48-5, and if it is determined that “0” is set in the V winning flag area (No), the process proceeds to step S48-9.
In step S48-5, V winning effect end processing is executed, and the process proceeds to step S48-6. In the V winning effect end process, the V winning effect ends.

In step S48-6, an opening suggestion effect start process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S48-7. In the opening suggestion effect start processing, the opening suggestion effect is started.
Specifically, in the opening suggestion effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the opening suggestion effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, an opening suggestion effect is started.
In step S48-7, a patrol effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-10). In the patrol effect starting process, the patrol effect is started.
Specifically, in the patrol effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the patrol effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, the patrol effect is started.

In step S48-8, a round game effect end process is executed, a series of processes are ended, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-10). In the round game effect end process, the round game effect ends.
In step S48-9, an irregular flag setting process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S32-10). In the irregular flag setting process, “1” is set in the irregular flag area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300.

Next, the ending command reception process in step S32-10 will be described.
FIG. 49 is a flowchart showing an ending command reception process.
When the ending command reception process is executed in step S32-10, the process proceeds to step S49-1, as shown in FIG.
In step S49-1, it is determined whether or not an ending designation command has been received. If it is determined that an ending designation command has been received (Yes), the process proceeds to step S49-2 and the ending designation command has been received. If it is determined that there is no (No), the series of processes is terminated and the process proceeds to the next process (step S31-4).
In step S49-2, it is determined whether or not the ending designation command designates the end of the small hit gaming state, and if it is determined that the end of the small hit gaming state is designated (Yes), If the process proceeds to S49-3 and it is determined that the end of the small hit gaming state is not designated (No), the process proceeds to Step S49-5.

In step S49-3, a V non-winning effect start process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S49-4. In the V non-winning effect start process, the V non-winning effect is started.
The “V non-winning effect” is an effect suggesting that the passing of the V area by the game ball was not detected. The V non-winning effect includes a V non-winning lamp effect. Here, the V non-winning effect may include a display effect (display of the effect image on the display screen 31a).
In the “V non-winning lamp effect”, the lighting of a V non-winning lamp (not shown) is controlled in a predetermined manner.
In the V non-winning effect start process, an effect control table corresponding to the V non-winning effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, the V non-winning effect is started.

In step S49-4, a small hitting ending effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S31-4). In the small hit ending effect start processing, the small hit ending effect is started.
The “small hit ending effect” is an effect that suggests that the big hit gaming state is ended without causing the big hit gaming state to occur. The small hit ending effect includes a display of the small hit ending effect image on the display screen 31a.
In the small hitting ending effect start processing, first, the small hitting effect is ended.
Next, an effect control table corresponding to the small hit ending effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. Thereby, the small hit ending effect is started.
At this time, a predetermined effect time is set as the effect time of the small hit ending effect. As a result, the small hitting ending effect is ended in accordance with the elapse of the set predetermined effect time.
Next, “0” is set in the RAM irregular flag area of the effect control circuit 300.

In step S49-5, a patrol effect end process is executed, and the process proceeds to step S49-6. In the patrol effect end process, the patrol effect ends.
In step S49-6, a big hit ending effect start process is executed, a series of processes are terminated, and the process proceeds to the next process (step S31-4). In the jackpot ending effect start process, the jackpot ending effect is started.
The “big hit ending effect” is an effect that suggests that the big hit gaming state will be terminated. The jackpot ending effect includes the display of the jackpot ending effect image on the display screen 31a.
In the big hit ending effect start process, first, the big hit effect is ended.
Next, an effect control table corresponding to the big hit ending effect is read. Then, the read effect control table is set in a predetermined area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300. As a result, the big hit ending effect is started.
At this time, a predetermined effect time is set as the effect time of the big hit ending effect. As a result, the big hit ending effect is ended in accordance with the elapse of the set predetermined effect time.
Next, “0” is set in the V winning flag area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300, and “0” is set in the irregular flag area of the RAM of the effect control circuit 300.

(Operation of pachinko machine 1)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, it is easier to enter the game ball into the first start port 51 than when the game ball enters the second start port 52 while the time-shortening control is stopped. Thus, the player strikes the game ball with respect to the left-hand path, aiming for the game ball to enter the first start port 51.
When a game ball entering the first start port 51 is detected, a first special symbol lottery is executed. When “small hit” is won by the first special symbol lottery, a small hit gaming state is generated.
During the occurrence of the small hit game state, one small hit game (first round) is executed. In the small hit game, the first special electric accessory 53a is displaced to the open state, and the game ball can enter the first big prize opening 53.
Here, in the first grand prize opening 53, a V region that can be passed by a game ball is provided. Then, when the small hit game state is being generated (during the V effective period), if the passing of the V area by the game ball that has entered the first big prize opening 53 is detected, the big hit game state is generated.
During the occurrence of the big hit gaming state, nine round games (second to tenth rounds) are executed. In each round game, the second special electric accessory 54a is displaced to the open state, and a game ball can enter the second big prize opening 54. Then, the player can acquire a lot of prize balls by causing the game balls to enter the second big prize opening 54.
Furthermore, when the big hit gaming state is generated, the time reduction control is started in accordance with the end of the big hit gaming state. During execution of the time reduction control, it is easier to enter the game ball into the second start port 52 as compared with the case where the game ball enters into the first start port 51. As a result, the player strikes the game ball with respect to the right path aiming for the game ball to enter the second start port 52.
When a game ball entering the second start port 52 is detected, a second special symbol lottery is executed. Then, when “small hit” is won by the second special symbol lottery, a small hit gaming state is generated.

Here, in the pachinko machine 1, a predetermined set number (3 [times] in the present embodiment) is set as the value of the set number counter at the start of “first hit”. Further, at the end of each big hit gaming state including the “first win”, “1” is subtracted from the value of the set number counter. When the value of the set number counter after the subtraction is “1” or more, the time reduction control is started in response to the end of the big hit gaming state. On the other hand, when the value of the set number counter after the subtraction is “0” or less, the time reduction control is not started in response to the end of the big hit gaming state.
As a result, in the pachinko machine 1, the period from the start of the “first hit” to the end of the 3 [times] jackpot gaming state including the “first hit” is a gaming state advantageous to the player (the jackpot gaming state and The time period control is being executed and one of the game states) is occurring.
However, when the number of special symbol stop displays executed during the time reduction control reaches a predetermined time reduction number (100 [times] in the present embodiment), the time reduction control is terminated and the number of sets The counter value is reset to “0”. As a result, the gaming state advantageous to the player is terminated without generating the big hit gaming state of 3 [times].

In addition, the pachinko machine 1 performs various lamp effects as the game progresses.
FIG. 50 is a diagram showing the flow of various lamp effects when a V prize is detected before the end of the first round during the V effective period. FIG. 51 is a diagram showing the flow of various lamp effects when a V winning is detected after the end of the first round during the V effective period. FIG. 52 is a diagram showing the flow of various lamp effects when a V prize is not detected during the V validity period.
That is, in the pachinko machine 1, the V winning effect is started in response to the detection of the passing of the V area by the game ball during the V effective period.
The V winning effect includes a V winning lamp effect. In the V winning lamp effect, the lighting of the V winning lamp 74 is controlled in a predetermined manner (in this embodiment, a character “V” is displayed).
Further, in the pachinko machine 1, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected during the V effective period, an opening suggestion effect and a patrol effect are executed.
The opening suggestion effect is configured to include the second attacker lamp effect A. And in the 2nd attacker lamp production A, the 2nd attacker lamp 76 is lighting-controlled by the 1st mode (in this embodiment, the mode of lighting continuously). In the patrol effect, the patrol lamp 77 is controlled to be lit in a predetermined manner.

In particular, in the pachinko machine 1, the end timing of the V winning effect (V winning lamp effect) changes according to the timing (time) when the passage of the V region by the game ball is detected.
In addition, the start timing of the opening suggestion effect (second attacker lamp effect A) and the patrol effect changes according to the timing (time) at which passage of the V region by the game ball is detected.
That is, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected during the period from the start of the first round (small hit game) to the end of the first round (hereinafter referred to as “normal V winning pattern”). ) And when the passing of the V region by the game ball is detected during the period from the end of the first round to the end of the winning prize closing effective time (interval time) after the end of the first round (Hereinafter referred to as “irregular V winning pattern”), the V winning effect (V winning lamp effect) is terminated in response to the occurrence of a different opportunity.
Also, an opening suggestion effect (second attacker lamp effect A) and a patrol effect are started in response to the occurrence of different triggers for the normal V winning pattern and the irregular V winning pattern.

That is, as shown in FIG. 50, in the normal V winning pattern, the V winning effect (V winning lamp effect) is ended in accordance with the end of the first round. Also, in response to the end of the first round, an opening suggestion effect (second attacker lamp effect A) and a patrol effect are started.
On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 51, in the irregular V winning pattern, the V winning effect (V winning lamp effect) is ended in accordance with the start of the second round. Also, in response to the start of the second round, an opening suggestion effect (second attacker lamp effect A) and a patrol effect are started.
On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 52, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is not detected during the V effective period, the V non-winning effect is started in response to the start of the small hit ending.
As described above, in the pachinko machine 1, even when the V winning is detected after the end of the first round (irregular V winning pattern), the V winning is detected before the end of the first round ( (Normal V winning pattern) can be performed and the player can be prevented from feeling uncomfortable.

(Operation of pachinko machine 1)
Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 1 will be described.
In the pachinko machine 1, the V winning effect is started when the passage of the V area by the game ball is detected. In particular, when the V winning effect is terminated when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, and when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific opportunity , Different.
In the present embodiment, the end of the first round (reception of a round end designation command for designating the end of the first round) is defined as a specific opportunity.
That is, when the passage of the V area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the V winning effect is ended according to the occurrence of the first opportunity. On the other hand, when the passage of the V area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the V winning effect is ended according to the occurrence of the second opportunity different from the first opportunity.
In the present embodiment, as the first trigger, the end of the first round (reception of a round end designation command for designating the end of the first round) is defined. On the other hand, as the second opportunity, the start of the second round (reception of a round start designation command designating the start of the second round) is defined.
Thereby, when the passage of the V area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the V winning effect started in response to the passage of the V area by the game ball can be ended according to the occurrence of the specific opportunity. .
On the other hand, by defining an opportunity that occurs after the specific opportunity as the second opportunity, if the passage of the V area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the passing of the V area by the game ball is accepted. The V winning effect that has been started can be ended in response to the occurrence of the second opportunity.
Therefore, it is possible to prevent the situation where the V winning effect cannot be ended, and to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

Further, in the pachinko machine 1, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the opening suggestion effect and the patrol effect are started according to the occurrence of the specific opportunity. On the other hand, when the passage of the V region by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the opening suggestion effect and the patrol effect are started according to the occurrence of another opportunity.
In this embodiment, the start of the second round (reception of a round start designation command for designating the start of the second round) is defined as another opportunity.
As a result, by defining the trigger that occurs after the specific trigger as another trigger, even if the passage of the V region by the game ball is detected after the specific trigger occurs, the opening suggestion effect and the patrol effect are performed. You can start.
Therefore, the occurrence of the situation where the opening suggestion effect and the patrol effect are not executed is prevented, and it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

(Modification)
As mentioned above, although embodiment of this invention was described, in the said embodiment, a various change is possible.
For example, in the above embodiment, when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the V winning effect is ended according to the occurrence of the first opportunity. On the other hand, when the passage of the V area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the V winning effect is ended according to the occurrence of the second opportunity different from the first opportunity.
As the first opportunity, the end of the first round (reception of a round end designation command for designating the end of the first round) is defined. On the other hand, as the second opportunity, the start of the second round (reception of a round start designation command designating the start of the second round) is defined.
However, the first opportunity and the second opportunity can be changed as appropriate.
For example, the start of the second round (reception of a round start designation command for designating the start of the second round) may be defined as the first opportunity.
In particular, the second opportunity can be appropriately changed as long as it occurs after the specific opportunity.
For example, as a second opportunity, the time when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the second round (reception of a round start designation command designating the start of the second round) may be defined.

Moreover, in the said embodiment, it is the structure by which a big hit game state is produced by the detection of passage of the V area | region by the game ball during V effective period.
However, it is possible to adopt a configuration in which a special figure high probability state is triggered by the detection of the passage of the V region by the game ball during the V effective period.
That is, “big hit” is defined as a result of the special symbol lottery (the first special symbol lottery and the second special symbol lottery). In addition, “special figure low probability state” and “special figure high probability state” are defined as gaming states related to the probability of winning “big hit” (hereinafter, “big hit winning probability”) by special symbol lottery.
In addition, during the occurrence of the “Special Figure Low Probability State”, the winning probability of the special symbol lottery is the first probability, and during the occurrence of the “Special Figure High Probability State”, the special symbol lottery wins Assume that the probability is a second probability higher than the first probability.
And, when “big hit” is won by special symbol lottery, a big hit gaming state is generated, and when the passing of the V area by the game ball is detected during the occurrence of the big hit gaming state (V effective period) The “special figure high probability state” is generated in response to the end of the jackpot gaming state.

In the above embodiment, in the first round, the first special electric accessory 53a is opened, and the game ball can pass through the V region.
However, in any of the second and subsequent rounds, the first special electric accessory 53a may be in an open state so that the game ball can pass through the V region.

1 Pachinko machine 31a Display screen 200 Main control circuit 300 Production control circuit 74 V winning lamp 75 First attacker lamp 76 Second attacker lamp 77 Patlamp

Claims (3)

A game control means for causing a specific game state when passage of a specific area by a game ball is detected;
An effect control means for starting a specific effect in response to the passage of the specific area by the game ball being detected,
The production control unit generates different triggers when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific trigger and when the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected after the occurrence of the specific trigger A gaming machine characterized by ending a specific performance. The game control means executes a specific game that allows a game ball to enter the specific entrance,
The specific area is provided so that it can be passed by a game ball that has entered the specific entrance,
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the specific opportunity occurs when the specific game ends. When the passage of the specific area by the game ball is detected before the occurrence of the specific opportunity, the effect control means starts a predetermined effect according to the occurrence of the specific opportunity, and the passage of the specific area by the game ball after the occurrence of the specific opportunity The game machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein a predetermined effect is started in response to the occurrence of another opportunity.

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