JP2020018393A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To calculate accurate game performance information.SOLUTION: In a normal game state, a main CPU 101 updates a normal state winning discharge counter when a game ball enters a first start port 21 or a normal winning port 23, updates a normal state out counter when a game ball enters an out port 25, and calculates game performance information on the basis of the counter values. Also, the main CPU 101 does not calculate the game performance information when a glass frame 4, etc. are in an open state, and calculates the game performance information when the glass frame 4, etc. are in a closed state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 30

Description

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

  In a conventional gaming machine, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out as prize balls when the game balls enter the entrance provided in the game area.

  In recent gaming machines, there is a tendency to calculate game performance information based on the prize balls and the like. For example, in Patent Literature 1, a base which is a ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of launch balls in a normal game state is used. It has a base measuring means for measuring.

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  However, there is room for improvement from the viewpoint of calculating accurate game performance information.

  An object of the present invention is to calculate accurate game performance information in view of such circumstances.

  (1) The gaming machine according to the present invention has a first value based on entering a game ball into the first entrance and a second value based on entering a game ball into the second entrance. And calculating predetermined information based on the first value and the second value, wherein the calculating means calculates the predetermined information when in a specific state. First, when not in the specific state, the predetermined information is calculated.

Accordingly, when the state is the specific state, the predetermined information is not calculated, and when the state is not the specific state, the predetermined information is calculated. Therefore, it is possible to calculate the correct predetermined information.
For example, when checking the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like, the glass frame 4 or the like is opened by the manager, and the game ball is directly inserted into the starting port or the like. As described above, when the glass frame 4 and the like are in an open state (specific state) (when a game is not being played by a player), the predetermined information is not calculated, thereby excluding the above-mentioned ball entry. It is possible to calculate accurate predetermined information when a game is being played.

  According to the present invention, accurate game performance information can be calculated.

FIG. 2 is an external front view of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an external rear view of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view of the game board concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the special symbol hit determination table and the normal symbol hit determination table which concern on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the special symbol determination table and the normal symbol determination table which concern on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure showing the special design fluctuation pattern table concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating areas of a main ROM and a main RAM according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure showing the display mode of the indicator concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a main control board main process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a setting value changing process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a main control board timer interrupt process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an input SW detection process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows the processing at the time of the 1st starting opening detection concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows processing at the time of the 2nd starting opening detection concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows processing at the time of a normal winning opening detection concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows processing at the time of frame opening detection concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows special design related processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the special symbol change start concerning 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows special symbol change processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows a hit game processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows game performance information management processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a flowchart illustrating input processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a calculation process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a display system process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows production control board main processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows production control board timer interruption processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a main command receiving process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows an effect setting processing at the time of a start winning a prize concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a time chart 1 illustrating a characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a time chart 2 for explaining a characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 3 for explaining a characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 4 illustrating a characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 5-1 explaining a characteristic part of a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 5-2 explaining a characteristic part of a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 6-1 illustrating a characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 6-2 explaining the characteristic part of a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 5 is a time chart 7 for explaining a characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 8 illustrating a characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 9 explaining a characteristic part of a first embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram of a game machine according to a second embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view of the game board 1 which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view of the game board 2 which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows input processing concerning a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. It is time chart 1 explaining the characteristic part of a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. It is time chart 2 explaining the characteristic part of a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. It is time chart 3 explaining the characteristic part of a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. 13 is a flowchart illustrating a modification of the input-related processing according to the second embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows input processing concerning a 3rd embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows the collation processing concerning a 3rd embodiment of the present invention.

(1st Embodiment)
Hereinafter, a first embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In the following embodiments, a pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described as an example of a gaming machine according to the present invention. In the following description, “front”, “rear”, “left”, “right”, “up”, and “down” refer to a state in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 is viewed from the player side. Pointing.

(External configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1)
As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko gaming machine 1 has an outer frame 2 for installation on a gaming machine installation island (not shown) of a game store, and a game board 6 shown in FIG. And a glass frame 4 which is supported by the middle frame 3 so as to be detachable, faces the front side of the game board 6, and makes the game board 6 visible through transparent glass, and a middle frame 3. And a saucer member 5 which is rotatably supported by and is located below the glass frame 4 and which can store game balls. In addition, the glass frame 4 and the saucer member 5 may be configured as a separate type or may be configured as an integrated type.

  The middle frame 3 is provided with a firing device (not shown) for firing a game ball to the game area 7 of the game board 6, and a firing handle 8 for causing the firing device to perform a firing operation. Is provided. The firing handle 8 is gripped by the player and can be rotated within a predetermined range, and the firing intensity when firing the game ball to the game area 7 can be adjusted by the amount of the rotation. Has become. For example, when the game ball is rotated by the first rotation amount (when the first firing intensity is set), a game ball is fired on the left side of the game area 7 (so-called “left hit” becomes possible), and the first ball is fired. In a case where the game device is rotated by a second rotation amount larger than the rotation amount of the game (when the second shooting intensity is set), a game ball is fired on the right side of the game area 7 (a so-called “right strike”). Is possible).

  Although not shown, the firing handle 8 is provided with a handle touch sensor. The handle touch sensor is turned on when the firing handle 8 is gripped by the player, and the ON signal is input to the payout control board 300. Thereby, it can be grasped that the firing handle 8 is being gripped by the player.

  Further, a light emitting device 9 (a lamp, an LED, etc.) is provided on the glass frame 4, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by emitting light. For example, it is possible to execute an effect of notifying that it is a hit by emitting a rainbow color based on the determination of the hit in a "special symbol hit determination process" (see FIG. 19) described later. .

  Further, a speaker 10 is provided on the glass frame 4 so that sound and sound effects can be output. For example, when the later-described “normal game state” is controlled, a song corresponding to the “normal game state” can be output, and when the later-described “probable game state” is controlled, the “probable game state” can be output. The music corresponding to the "state" can be output.

  The saucer member 5 is composed of an upper saucer 5a and a lower saucer 5b. When the stored amount of game balls in the upper saucer 5a exceeds a certain amount, the game balls are paid out to the lower saucer 5b. It has become. Also, at the end of the game, the bowl member button 5 for discharging the game balls stored in the upper tray 5a to the lower tray 5b, and a game ball lending device (not shown) are provided. Button 12 for requesting the withdrawal of the card, a card return button 13 for requesting the return of the valuable medium inserted into the game ball lending device, and a balance display portion 12a for displaying the balance of the valuable medium. Also, a ball lending possible lamp 12b is provided to notify that ball lending is possible by operating the ball lending button 12.

  Further, the saucer member 5 is provided with an effect button 14 and an effect lever 15 which can be operated by a player when an operation promoting effect is executed or the like. The saucer member 5 can be operated by a player, adjusts the volume of the sound or sound effect output from the speaker 10, adjusts the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9, and controls the image display device 26 described later. A cross key button 16 for adjusting the amount of emitted light is provided. The effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 may be provided independently of each other, or may be provided integrally.

  Next, the configuration of the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. On the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, various control boards such as a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300 and a payout apparatus 304, and a power supply board 400, which will be described later, are provided (exactly). These various control boards are attached to the back of the middle frame 3).

  Further, a RAM clear switch 105 is provided on the main control board 100. The RAM clear switch 105 is a switch for initializing game information that is rewritten when a game is played. For example, when the game store closes during the probable play state, if the administrator turns on the power while pressing the RAM clear switch 105, the game information in the probable play state is cleared, and at the opening time of the next day, , Can be started from the normal game state.

  Although the RAM clear switch 105 is provided on the main control board 100, it is not limited to this, and may be provided on another board. For example, it may be provided on the power supply substrate 400. Further, it may not be provided on the substrate.

  Further, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, a setting changing device 31 described later is provided. The setting change device 31 includes a setting change keyhole 31a for inserting a setting change key (not shown) managed by a store clerk of the game store, and a setting change button 31b for sequentially switching a plurality of set values described later. And a setting confirmation button 31c for fixing a setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a setting display section 31d for displaying a setting value currently set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  When the setting change key is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31a and rotated by 90 degrees, the setting value can be changed. In this state, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the current setting value is displayed on the setting display portion 31d. When the setting value is to be changed from there, the user presses the setting change button 31b. When the setting value displayed on the display 31d is switched and displayed, and the setting value to be set is displayed on the setting display section 31d, the user presses the setting confirmation button 31c and rotates the setting change key by 90 degrees from the position where the setting change key is rotated by 90 degrees. When the user rotates the original pachinko machine and pulls it out, the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is determined.

  On the other hand, when the power is turned on without inserting the setting change key into the setting change keyhole 31a, or when the setting change key is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31a (when the power is not rotated by 90 degrees), the power is turned on. When the power is turned ON or when the power is turned ON while the RAM clear switch 105 is being pressed, the setting value cannot be changed. In this case, the currently set value (the set value stored in the main RAM 103) is taken over.

  The setting value changing method is not limited to such a method, and another method may be used. For example, without providing the setting confirmation button 31c, the setting value may be determined by rotating the setting change key from the position rotated by 90 degrees to the original position and pulling out the setting change key. The setting value may be set according to the rotation position by allowing the rotation in a plurality of steps. For example, when rotated 45 degrees, the set value becomes “1”, when rotated 90 degrees, the set value becomes “2”, and when rotated 135 degrees, the set value becomes “3”. (In this case, the setting change key is always inserted).

  When the power is turned on while the RAM clear switch 105 is being pressed, the setting value cannot be changed. However, when the setting value is to be changed, when the RAM clear switch 105 is being pressed, In addition, it may be an essential requirement that the power is turned on in a state where the setting change key is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31a and turned 90 degrees.

  The setting change device 31 may be provided at any place on the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. For example, it may be provided on the main control board 100. Further, the setting values may be displayed on another display unit without providing the setting display unit 31d. For example, the set value may be displayed on a “first special symbol display 27a” or a “second special symbol display 27b” of the symbol display device 27 described later. Further, the set values may be displayed on the image display device 26. Further, the set value may be displayed on a display 104 (for example, the rightmost segment) described later. With this configuration, the number of components can be reduced.

  Further, the change of the set value includes not only a change from the current set value to a different set value, but also a change from the current set value to the same set value. For example, in the former case, when the current setting value is “1”, it corresponds to changing to any of the setting values “2” to “4”, and in the latter, the current setting value is “1”. In this case, changing to the set value “1” is equivalent.

(Configuration of the game board 6)
As shown in FIG. 3, the game board 6 is formed of a veneer material or a synthetic resin material, and the image display device 26 is detachably attached to the back surface side. The game board 6 has a game area 7 on which a game ball can roll, and an outer rail member 18 and an inner rail for guiding the game ball launched from the firing device to the game area 7. A member 19 is formed. The game area 7 includes a gate member 20 through which a game ball can pass, a first starting port 21 through which a game ball can enter, and a stage 17 for facilitating entry into the first starting port 21. , A second starting port 22 in which a game ball can enter, a normal winning port 23 in which a game ball can enter, and a "special symbol hit determination process", in which a hit is determined, and a hit game is executed. A large winning opening 24 in which game balls can enter, and an out opening 25 for discharging game balls that have not entered the above-mentioned starting openings or the normal winning opening 23 to outside the game area (game ball discharge gutter). , A movable body 28 movable in the vertical direction, and other game nails and windmills (not shown) are provided.

  In addition, the diameter of the out mouth 25 is formed to have a size that allows a plurality of game balls to enter at the same time, thereby preventing the game balls from staying near the out mouth 25.

  In the following, a game that is determined to be a hit in the “special symbol hit determination process” and the large winning opening 24 is opened a predetermined number of times may be referred to as a “hit game”.

(About the gate member 20)
The gate member 20 is provided at the right central portion of the game area 7 and allows the game ball to pass when a so-called “right-hit” is performed in which a game ball is fired on the right side of the game area 7. Has become. In addition, it is always open upward, and always allows game balls to pass therethrough. When the game ball passes through the gate member 20, a “passing gate detection process” described later is performed, and whether or not a later-described projecting member (not shown) provided at the second starting port 22 is to be projected. The "normal symbol hit determination process" is performed, and after the elapse of the later-described normal symbol hit time, a "normal symbol hit game" for deriving the determination result of the "normal symbol hit determination process" is executed.

  If a game ball further passes through the gate member 20 while the “ordinary symbol variation game” based on passing through the gate member 20 is executed, the execution of the “ordinary symbol variation game” based on the passage is suspended. Except for the “normal symbol variation game” being executed, up to “4” games can be reserved. Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a reserved storage area for the “normal symbol variation game” is provided, and the reserved storage area is “the storage area” corresponding to the currently varying “normal symbol variation game”. A "first storage area" corresponding to the "normal symbol variation game" performed after the currently varying "normal symbol variation game", a "second storage area", and a "third storage area". Area, and a fourth storage area, and when the currently changing "ordinary symbol change game" finishes changing, it is stored in the "storage area" and the "first storage area". The determination information (random value) stored in the “second storage area” is transferred to the “first storage area”, and the “third information” is stored in the “second storage area”. The determination information (random number value) stored in the “storage area” is transferred to the “third storage area”. The 憶領 range "," fourth determination information stored in the storage area "(random value) is transferred," fourth storage area "becomes empty.

  Although the "normal symbol hit determination process" is not described in the flowchart described later, it is a process performed in the "normal symbol related process" of step S106 in FIG. With reference to the symbol hit determination table, it is determined whether the normal symbol is “hit” or “loss”. Further, although the gate member 20 is a member through which a game ball can pass, the gate member 20 through which a game ball can enter using an entrance port may be used.

(About the first starting port 21)
The first starting port 21 is provided at a central portion of the game area 7, and when a so-called “left hit” is performed in which a game ball is fired on the left side of the game area 7, the game ball enters. It is possible. Also, it is always open upward, and always allows game balls to enter. When a game ball enters the first starting port 21, for example, "3" game balls are paid out as prize balls, and a "special symbol hit determination process" is performed in addition to the prize ball. The symbol, the decorative symbol image, and the fourth symbol image are variably displayed, and a determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of the “special symbol hit determination process” is derived (determined and displayed) after a lapse of a variation time described later. A “fluctuating game” is executed.

  In addition, if a game ball further enters the first starting port 21 while the “symbol changing game” based on the ball entering the first starting port 21 is performed, the “symbol changing game” based on the entering ball. Is suspended, and up to "4" games can be suspended except for the "symbol variation game" being executed. Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a “symbol changing game” holding storage area corresponding to the first starting port 21 is provided, and the holding storage area corresponds to the currently changing “symbol changing game”. A “first storage area” corresponding to a “symbol change game” performed after the currently changing “symbol change game” is completed, and a “second storage area” hereinafter. When the “figure changing game” that is currently changing, the “third storage area” and the “fourth storage area” are changed, the “first storage area” is stored in the “storage area”. The determination information (random number value) stored in the “second storage area” is transferred to the “first storage area”, and the determination information (random number value) stored in the “second storage area” is transferred to the “second storage area”. The determination information (random number value) stored in the “third storage area” is moved, and “ The third storage region "," fourth determination information stored in the storage area "(random value) is transferred," fourth storage area "becomes empty.

(About the second starting port 22)
The second starting port 22 is provided at a lower right portion of the game area 7, and when a so-called “right strike” is performed in which a game ball is fired on the right side of the game area 7, the game ball enters. Balls are available. Also, unlike the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22 is not always open upward, and does not allow game balls to enter the ball (in a “closed” state) in principle. That is, the second starting port 22 has a protruding member (not shown) that can protrude forward, and only when the protruding member protrudes forward (in an “open” state), The ball can be entered.

  Regarding whether or not the projecting member is projected forward to allow the ball to enter the game ball, when the hit is determined in the above-mentioned “ordinary symbol hit determination process”, a “No. It can be opened and closed in the opening and closing manner shown in "2. When a game ball enters the second starting port 22, for example, "2" game balls are paid out as prize balls, and in addition to the prize balls, the above-mentioned "symbol change game" is executed.

  In addition, if a game ball further enters the second starting port 22 while the “symbol changing game” based on the ball entering the second starting port 22 is performed, the “symbol changing game” based on the entering ball. Is suspended, and up to "4" games can be suspended except for the "symbol variation game" being executed. Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a “symbol changing game” holding storage area corresponding to the second starting port 22 is provided, and the holding storage area corresponds to the currently changing “symbol changing game”. A “first storage area” corresponding to a “symbol change game” performed after the currently changing “symbol change game” is completed, and a “second storage area” hereinafter. It is composed of a “third storage area” and a “fourth storage area”, and when the currently changing “symbol change game” finishes changing, the “storing area” is changed to the “first storage area”. The stored determination information (random value) is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the “second storage area” is transferred to the “first storage area”, and the “second storage area” is stored in the “second storage area”. The determination information (random number value) stored in the “third storage area” is moved to “third storage area”. The storage region "," fourth determination information stored in the storage area "(random value) is transferred," fourth storage area "becomes empty.

  In the present embodiment, a protruding member movable in the front-rear direction is used as the second starting port 22, but a so-called “electric tulip” having movable wing pieces may be used.

  In the following, a game ball enters the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22, performs a "special symbol hit determination process", and displays a special symbol, a decorative symbol image, and a fourth symbol image in a variable manner. A series of flows of deriving (determining and displaying) the determination result (special symbol, decorative symbol image, and fourth symbol image) of the “special symbol hit determination process” after the variation time has elapsed is referred to as a “symbol variation game”. Or simply referred to as "1 variation game".

  When the game ball of “1” enters the first starting port 21, the game ball of “1” enters in the “first special symbol display 27 a” and the “image display device 26”. When the "symbol change game" based on the ball is executed and the game ball of "1" enters the second starting port 22, the "second special symbol display 27b" and the "image display device 26" And, a “symbol changing game” based on the entry of the game ball of “1” is executed. Therefore, the “symbol change game” is a generic name of games played by the “first special symbol display 27a” and the “image display device 26”, and the “second special symbol display 27b”; The image display device 26 "is a generic term for games played on the game.

  Further, in the present embodiment, it is assumed that the determination result (special symbol, decorative symbol image, and fourth symbol image) of the “special symbol hit determination process” is derived after the variation time in the “symbol variation game” has elapsed. Special design, decorative design image, and fourth design image) are referred to as “fixed display”. On the other hand, temporarily stopping the decorative symbol image before the variable time elapses in the “symbol changing game” is referred to as “temporary stop display” of the decorative symbol image. Examples of the “temporary stop display” include “reach” described later and “shake fluctuation display” before “fixed display”. “Swing fluctuation display” before “fixed display” means that the decorative design image is “temporarily stopped” by, for example, “767” and “fixed display” by “767”, or is temporarily “767”. Is a "temporary stop display", and a reverse display is performed to derive "777", and then "777" is "fixed display", or a variable display performed at a branching point. .

(About the normal winning opening 23)
The number of the normal winning ports 23 is “3” at the lower left of the game area 7 and “1” at the lower right, a total of “4”. When the so-called "left-handed" is being performed, the game ball can enter, and the "1" normal winning opening 23 at the lower right is when the so-called "right-handed" is performed. In addition, a game ball can be entered. In addition, the normal winning opening 23 is always open upward like the first starting opening 21, and always allows a game ball to enter. When game balls enter the normal winning opening 23, for example, "8" game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the arrangement position of the normal winning opening 23 can be arbitrarily changed, and the number may be smaller than “4”. Further, the number of prize balls may be different between “3” normal winning openings 23 at the lower left and “1” normal winning openings 23 at the lower right.

(About the winning opening 24)
The special winning opening 24 is provided below the first starting opening 21, and allows a game ball to enter when so-called “right-handed” is performed. The special winning opening 24 has an opening / closing door, and when it is determined in the “special symbol hit determination process” that a winning is achieved, a winning game is executed, and the opening / closing door is tilted forward and the game ball is played. Allow the ball to enter. When a game ball enters the special winning opening 24, for example, "10" game balls are paid out as prize balls.

  Here, in the winning game, the opening / closing door of the special winning opening 24 is opened (tilted forward) for the number of grant rounds shown in FIG. Each round is opened (tilted to the front side) for 29.5S, and when 10 game balls are detected by the large winning opening detection SW 24a described later before 29.5S, 29.5S elapsed. Even before, the door is closed, the process proceeds to the next round, and this is repeated for the specified number of rounds. On the other hand, if 29.5S elapse (so-called “attacker fully open”) before the ten game balls are detected by the special winning opening detection SW 24a, the door is closed and the process proceeds to the next round. become. In this case, one round game ends without reaching the specified number of balls per round of 10 balls, which is disadvantageous for the player.

  In the present embodiment, the opening and closing door that tilts forward is used as the special winning opening 24. However, a so-called “electric tulip” may be used, or a “shutter member” that moves forward and backward may be used. Good. Further, in the present embodiment, the board has a configuration in which “1” large winning openings 24 are arranged.

  The arrangement of each winning opening can be set as appropriate. For example, the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22 are provided so as to be vertically separated from each other, and when starting leftward, when starting rightward, which starting method is used. A game ball may enter the mouth.

(About the image display device 26)
The image display device 26 is provided so as to be located above the stage 17, and is capable of displaying the above-mentioned "symbol variation game" and effect images. That is, based on the fact that a game ball has entered the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22 and the “special symbol hit determination process” has been performed, the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, The right decorative symbol image 26c is changed (vertically scrolled) in the change display area. In addition, regardless of whether a game ball enters the first starting port 21 or a game ball enters the second starting port 22, the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol are commonly used. The symbol image 26c is varied (vertically scrolled) in the variable display area (the special symbol display is different, but the decorative symbol image used in the image display device 26 is common).

  Then, the effect image is displayed within the fluctuating time to be described later, and when the fluctuating time elapses, if it is a hit, for example, "7" is stopped in each decorative symbol image, and the combination of the decorative symbols "777" is displayed. By confirming the display, the user is notified of the hit. On the other hand, in the case of a loss, for example, the combination of the decorative patterns of “765” is confirmed and displayed, thereby notifying that the loss has occurred.

  Also, separately from each decorative symbol image, a fourth symbol image 26d (the “fourth” symbol next to the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c described above) is displayed on the right of the display area. It can be displayed below, and the variable display and the fixed display can be made in synchronization with each decorative symbol image. In addition, the image display device 26 displays a first starting port reserved number image 26 e that displays the number of holds of the “symbol changing game” at the first starting port 21 as “0” to “4”, and a second starting port 22. A second starting opening reserved number image 26f displaying the number of holdings of the "symbol changing game" with "0" to "4" and a holding ball image indicating the number of holdings of the "symbol changing game" at the first starting opening 21. The first start-up port first reserved ball image display area 26g, the first start-up port second reserved ball image display area 26h, the first start-up port third reserved ball image display area 26i, and the first start-up port fourth reserved ball image to be displayed. 26 display area j, the 2nd starting port 1st reserved ball image display area 26k, and the 2nd starting port 2nd reserved ball image which display the number of reservations of the "symbol change game" in the 2nd starting port 22 by a reserved ball image Display area 26l, second starting port third reserved ball image display area 26m A fourth hold sphere image display region 26n second start hole, thereby enabling displayed.

  It should be noted that the number of holds displayed in the first start-up opening reserved number image 26e and the number of holds displayed in the first start-up opening first hold ball image display area 26g to the first start-up fourth hold ball image display area 26j. Are always synchronized and displayed in the second start-up port reserved number image display area 26k to the second start-up port first reserved ball image display area 26n to the second start-up port first reserved ball image display area 26n. The number of pending holds is always synchronized. For example, when “4” is displayed in the first opening opening number image 26 e, “4” pieces are displayed in the first opening opening first holding ball image display area 26 g to the first opening opening fourth holding ball image display area 26 j. Will be displayed.

  The left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, the right decorative symbol image 26c, and the fourth symbol image 26d are capable of displaying symbol images "1" to "8", and include a "special symbol hit determination process". Is a hit, the combination of any of the symbols “111”, “222”, “333”, “444”, “555”, “666”, “777”, and “888” Can be displayed. On the other hand, when the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is a loss, a combination of symbols other than the above-described symbol combination can be displayed. In the case of a loss, when a special symbol variation pattern with “reach” is determined in a later-described special symbol variation pattern, for example, a combination of symbols such as “767” is definitely displayed, and a special symbol without “reach” is displayed. When the symbol variation pattern is determined, for example, a symbol combination such as “765” is definitely displayed.

  The “reach” is a state in which the left decorative symbol image 26a and the right decorative symbol image 26c display the same numeral image (temporary stop display), and the middle decorative symbol image 26b is displayed in a variable manner. In the present embodiment, if the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is a hit, the game is configured to always go through "reach", so that the player can expect a hit. You can say that.

  It should be noted that the fourth symbol image 26d may simply display a single-digit number, may display only a two-digit number, and may not be a combination of the above-described symbols. It is also possible to make it possible to identify the type, the loss, and the type of the symbol.

(About the symbol display device 27)
The symbol display device 27 is provided outside the game area (outside the outer rail member 18), which is an area different from the game area 7 on the game board 6. As shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to execute a “symbol change game” based on a game ball having entered the first starting port 21. A special symbol display 27a and a second special symbol display 27b for executing a "symbol change game" based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22 are provided. Here, the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b are constituted by "7" segment indicators. In the "symbol change game", the special symbol is changed from "-" to "-". (Horizontal bar symbol) blinks, and when it is time to derive the determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process", if it is a loss, "-" (horizontal bar symbol) is lit (confirmed display), and If there is, for example, “7” is lighted (determined). That is, the “special symbol” refers to a symbol whose display is controlled by the main control board 100.

  In the following, the "special symbol" and the above-described left decorative symbol image 26a, middle decorative symbol image 26b, right decorative symbol image 26c, and fourth symbol image 26d are simply referred to as "patterns" or "identification information". And so on.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 4, the display of the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to suspend the “symbol change game” based on a game ball having entered the first starting port 21. A first special symbol holding display 27c for displaying the number, a second special symbol holding display 27d for displaying the number of holdings of the "symbol changing game" based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22; , Are provided.

  The first special symbol hold display 27c and the second special symbol hold display 27d are each composed of “2” dot LED displays, and are held by “light-off”, “lighting”, and “flashing”. Can be displayed. For example, when the number of reservations is “0”, all the dot LED displays are “turned off”, and when the number of reservations is “1”, one is “lit” and the other is “off”. If the number of holds is “2”, both lights up, and if the number of holds is “3”, one lights up, the other blinks, and the number of holds When it is "4", both are "blinking".

  Further, the first special symbol holding display 27c displays the number of holdings displayed as the above-described first starting port holding number image 26e, the first starting port holding ball image display area 26g to the first starting port holding ball image display. The second special symbol holding display 27d always synchronizes with the number of holdings displayed in the area 26j, and the second special symbol holding display 27d displays the number of holdings displayed as the above-described second starting port holding number image 26f and the second starting port holding ball. The number is always synchronized with the number of holdings displayed as the image display area 26k to the second starting port holding ball image display area 26n. For example, when both the first special symbol holding display 27c are "flashing" (when the number of holdings is "4"), "4" is displayed as the first opening opening number image 26e, and the first start-up is performed. "4" reserved ball images are displayed in the mouth reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting port reserved ball image display area 26j.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to execute a “normal symbol variation game” based on the passing of the game ball to the gate member 20. An indicator 27e is provided. The normal symbol display 27e is composed of “2” dot LED displays, and in the “normal symbol change game”, one is turned on, the other is turned off from the start of the change, and one is turned off. When the timing for deriving the determination result of the "ordinary symbol hit determination process" is repeatedly executed, the final display for turning on one and turning off the other is performed if a loss occurs. If there is, a confirmation display for turning off one and turning on the other is performed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to display the number of pending “normal symbol change games” based on the passing of the game ball by the gate member 20. An ordinary symbol hold display 27f to be displayed is provided. The normal symbol hold display 27f is composed of “2” dot LED displays, like the first special symbol hold display 27c and the second special symbol hold display 27d. Since the display mode of the number is the same, detailed description is omitted.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to display the number of rounds of the special winning opening 24 in the above-mentioned winning game. (See number)). The round indicator 27g is configured by “2” dot LED indicators, one of which is lit when “5 rounds hit game” is executed, and the other is “10 rounds hit game”. Lights when is running. In addition, in this embodiment, since it is provided with "5 round winning games" and "10 round winning games", it is comprised by "2" dot LED display. The number of dot LED displays can be changed according to the number of games. For example, in the case of providing “3” types of winning games, the winning game can be configured with “3” dot LED displays.

(Internal configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 has a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300, and a power supply board 400 mounted on the rear side of the middle frame 3 (see FIG. 2). Then, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 and the effect control board 200 are only one-way communication from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200 via a harness or the like (not shown). Are connected so as to be possible. Further, the main control board 100 and the payout control board 300 are connected via a harness or the like so as to enable two-way communication. Further, the power supply board 400 receives external power supply via a power supply plug (not shown), and supplies the supplied external power to any of the main control board 100, the production control board 200, and the payout control board 300. They are connected so that they can be supplied.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 is connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like so that input from various SWs can be performed. In addition, they are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like so that drive control to various solenoids can be performed. Further, the effect control board 200 is connected via a harness or a relay board so that input from various SWs is possible, and a harness or a harness is provided so that display control on various displays can be performed. They are connected via a relay board or the like.

(About the main control board 100)
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 includes a main CPU 101 for performing a control process, a main ROM 102 for storing a control program required for the control process, and a main ROM for reading and writing necessary for the control process. A RAM 103 is provided. Although not shown, in addition to these, an interrupt controller circuit for giving an interrupt signal to the main CPU 101, a hard random number generation circuit for generating a random number within a certain range, and the like are provided. The control processing in the main CPU 101 will be described later in detail with reference to a flowchart.

(About effect control board 200)
As shown in FIG. 4, the effect control board 200 includes a sub CPU 201 for performing the effect control process, a sub ROM 202 for storing a control program necessary for the effect control process, and reading and writing necessary for the effect control process. A possible sub-RAM 203 is provided.

  Although not shown, in addition to these, an interrupt controller circuit for giving an interrupt signal to the sub CPU 201, a hard random number generation circuit for generating a random number within a certain range, and the like are provided. The effect control includes display control of the image display device 26, sound output control of the speaker 10, light emission control of the light emitting device 9 and a panel lighting device 29 described below, and a panel driving device 30 described later. And a video display processor (VDP) or an image ROM or VRAM that controls display of the image display device 26, a sound source IC or an audio ROM or RAM that controls audio output of the speaker 10, and light emission. A lamp CPU, a lamp ROM, a lamp RAM, and the like for controlling light emission of the device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 are provided. The control processing in the sub CPU 201 will be described later in detail with reference to a flowchart.

(About payout control board 300)
As shown in FIG. 4, the payout control board 300 includes a payout CPU 301 that performs payout control processing, a payout ROM 302 that stores a control program required for the payout control processing, and reading and writing that are required in the payout control processing. A possible payout RAM 303 is provided. A payout device 304 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like. By controlling the payout device 304, game balls are paid out to the upper tray 5a.

  Specifically, in the main control board 100, for example, when information on detecting a game ball from a first starting port detection SW 21a to be described later is input, the main control board 100 pays out three prize balls. A payout command signal is transmitted from 100 to the payout control board 300, and the payout control board 300 that receives the payout control signal controls the payout device 304 to pay out the “3” prize balls to the upper tray 5 a. When the payout of the "3" prize balls is completed, a payout completion signal is transmitted from the payout control board 300 to the main control board 100, and information on detecting a game ball from the first starting port detection SW 21a is input. The payout of the game ball for the done is completed.

  Further, a firing handle 8 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and the firing handle 8 is gripped by a player touching the above-mentioned handle touch sensor provided on the firing handle 8. Is input, and the amount of rotation of the firing handle 8 is input based on the amount of a firing volume (not shown) provided on the firing handle 8.

  A launch device 305 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like. By controlling the launch device 305, a game ball is launched into the game area 7. More specifically, when the player controls the firing handle 8 to input the rotation amount of the firing handle 8 or the firing amount of the firing handle 8, the payout control board 300 performs the firing according to the rotation amount of the firing handle 8. The launching device 305 is controlled by the intensity to launch the game ball.

  Although not shown in FIG. 4, the payout control board 300 is connected via a ball lending unit or the like so as to be able to receive an input signal from the ball lending button 12 shown in FIG. When the lending button 12 is operated by the player, the payout control board 300 controls the payout device 304 to control the number of times (for example, “125” balls) corresponding to “1” operations of the ball lending button 12. ) Is paid out to the upper tray 5a.

(About power supply board 400)
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100, the production control board 200, and the payout control board 300 are connected to the power supply board 400 via a harness or the like. As described above, the power supply plug (not shown) is used. And supplies the supplied external power to any of the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. Although not shown, the power supply board 400 is provided with a conversion circuit and the like for converting external power (100 VAC) into 24 VDC.

(About frame open detection SW3a)
The frame opening detection SW 3a is provided in the middle frame 3, and when the glass frame 4 is open, when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are open, or when the middle frame 3 is open. And the like, and the "closed" state when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are closed. That is, the frame open detection SW 3a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like. When in the “closed” state, information indicating the closed state is input to the main control board 100. Will be. On the other hand, in the above-described “open” state, the information of the above-mentioned “closed” state is not input to the main control board 100 and is not input, so that the main control board 100 is in the above-described “open” state. Can be detected.

(About the gate detection SW 20a)
The gate detection SW 20 a is provided inside the passage opening of the gate member 20 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has passed through the gate member 20. That is, the gate detection SW 20a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the passage of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Become. Then, the main control board 100 to which the detected information is input does not execute the “ordinary symbol change game” on the ordinary symbol holding display 27f, and the number of holds of the “ordinary symbol change game” is “0”. If the number is "1" to "3", the control is executed so as to immediately execute the "ordinary symbol variation game". Is suspended, and when the number of suspensions of the “normal symbol variation game” is “4”, control is performed so as not to suspend the execution of the “normal symbol variation game”.

(About the first starting port detection SW 21a)
The first starting port detection SW 21 a is provided inside the winning port of the first starting port 21 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the first starting port 21. In other words, the first starting port detection SW 21a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and when detecting the entry of a game ball, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be done. Then, the main control board 100 to which the detected information is input is used to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out the “3” game balls as the prize balls due to the game balls entering the first starting port 21. Perform processing.

  Further, the main control board 100 does not execute the “symbol change game” in any of the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b, and the first special symbol hold display 27c, When the number of holds on the second special symbol hold display 27d is "0", the first special symbol display 27a is immediately controlled to execute the "symbol change game" and the first special symbol hold display is performed. When the number of holdings of the "symbol changing game" in the device 27c is "1" to "3", the control is performed so as to hold the execution of the "symbol changing game", and "1" in the first special symbol holding display 27c. When the number of holds of the “symbol change game” is “4”, control is performed so as not to hold the execution of the “symbol change game”.

  In addition, the main control board 100 controls the “symbol change game” on the first special symbol hold display 27c except when the number of “symbol change games” on the first special symbol hold display 27c is “4”. Is transmitted to the effect control board 200, indicating that the number of suspensions has been updated (increased). Thus, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the number of "symbol change games" held on the first special symbol holding display 27c. In addition, when the number of holdings of the “symbol change game” on the first special symbol holding display 27c is “4”, the first starting opening winning command may be transmitted to the effect control board 200.

(About the second starting port detection SW 22a)
The second starting port detection SW 22 a is provided inside the winning port of the second starting port 22, and is a switch for detecting that a game ball has entered the second starting port 22. In other words, the second starting port detection SW 22a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and when detecting the entry of a game ball, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be done. Then, the main control board 100 to which the detected information has been input is used to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out the “2” game balls as the prize balls due to the game balls entering the second starting port 22. Perform processing.

  In addition, the main control board 100 does not execute the “symbol change game” in any of the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b, and displays the second special symbol hold display 27d. If the number of reservations is "0", the second special symbol display 27b is controlled so as to immediately execute the "symbol change game", and the "symbol change game" on the second special symbol hold display 27d. When the number of reservations is “1” to “3”, the control is performed so as to suspend the execution of the “symbol change game”, and the number of the “symbol change games” on the second special symbol reservation display 27d is reduced. If it is “4”, control is performed so as not to suspend execution of the “symbol variation game”.

  In addition, the main control board 100 controls the “symbol change game” on the second special symbol hold display 27d except when the number of “symbol change games” on the second special symbol hold display 27d is “4”. Is transmitted to the effect control board 200, indicating that the number of suspensions has been updated (increased). Thus, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the number of "symbol change games" held on the second special symbol holding display 27d. When the number of “symbol change game” reservations on the second special symbol reservation display 27 d is “4”, the second start-up winning command may be transmitted to the effect control board 200.

(Regarding the second opening / closing solenoid 22b)
The second starting port opening / closing solenoid 22b is provided behind the second starting port 22 and is a solenoid for causing the projecting member provided in the second starting port 22 to perform an opening / closing operation. That is, the second start-up opening / closing solenoid 22b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the main control board 100 has determined the hit in the above-described “ordinary symbol hit determination process”. In this case, the driving of the second starting port opening / closing solenoid 22b is controlled so as to open and close in the opening / closing mode shown in “opening / closing mode of second starting port” in FIG. 6B.

(About normal winning opening detection SW23a)
The normal winning opening detection SW 23 a is provided inside the winning opening of the normal winning opening 23 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the normal winning opening 23. That is, the normal winning opening detection SW 23a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and when detecting the entry of a game ball, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 to which the detected information is input is a process for paying out the “8” game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the normal winning opening 23. I do.

(About the special winning opening detection SW 24a)
The special winning opening detection SW 24 a is provided inside the winning opening of the special winning opening 24 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the special winning opening 24. That is, the special winning opening detection SW 24a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like. When a game ball is detected, information detected is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 to which the detected information is input is a process for paying out the “10” game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the special winning opening 24. I do. In addition, the main control board 100 transmits to the effect control board 200 a special winning opening winning command indicating that a game ball has entered the special winning opening 24. Thereby, even in the effect control board 200, it is possible to recognize the entering state of the game ball into the special winning opening 24.

(About the big win opening and closing solenoid 24b)
The special winning opening opening and closing solenoid 24b is provided behind the special winning opening 24, and is a solenoid for causing the opening and closing door provided in the special winning opening 24 to perform an opening and closing operation. That is, the special winning opening and closing solenoid 24b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like. The large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b is drive-controlled in order to open / close the opening / closing door over the number of rounds given in FIG.

(About out detection SW25a)
The out detection switch 25a is provided inside the entrance of the out port 25, and is a switch for detecting that a game ball has entered the out port 25. In other words, the out detection SW 25a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when detecting the entry of a game ball, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. become. This allows the main control board 100 to know the number of outs.

  It should be noted that even if the out detection SW 25a detects the entry of a game ball, the payout control board 300 does not pay out the prize ball. In addition, even if the out detection SW 25a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined drawing (for example, a special symbol hit determination process, a normal symbol hit determination process, and the like) is not performed. In addition, even if the out detection SW 25a detects the entry of a game ball, a predetermined effect by the effect control board 200 (for example, an effect using the image display device 26, an effect using the speaker 10, a winning lamp (not shown) The effect used is not performed.

(About the first special symbol display 27a)
The first special symbol display 27a is provided in the symbol display device 27, is controlled by the main control board 100, and executes a "symbol change game" based on a game ball having entered the first starting port 21. It is a display for performing. That is, the first special symbol display 27a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the main control board 100 is used for the “symbol change game” on the first special symbol display 27a. When the execution condition is satisfied, the display control of “symbol changing game” is controlled on the first special symbol display 27a. The execution condition of the “symbol change game” on the first special symbol display 27a is determined to be negative in the process of step S105-2-4 in the “special symbol change start process” (see FIG. 19) described later. This is the case.

(About the second special symbol display 27b)
The second special symbol display 27b is provided on the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and executes a "symbol change game" based on a game ball having entered the second starting port 22. It is a display for performing. That is, the second special symbol display 27b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the main control board 100 is connected to the “symbol change game” on the second special symbol display 27b. When the execution condition is satisfied, the display control of “symbol variation game” is performed on the second special symbol display 27b. The execution condition of the “symbol change game” in the second special symbol display 27b is determined to be satisfied in the process of step S103-2-1 in the “special symbol change start process” (see FIG. 19). Time is applicable.

(About the first special symbol hold display 27c)
The first special symbol hold display 27c is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is used for the "symbol change game" based on a game ball entering the first starting port 21. It is an indicator for displaying the number of holds. That is, the first special symbol hold display 27c and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the main control board 100 detects information that a game ball is detected from the first starting port detection SW 21a. Is input, the display control of the first special symbol reservation display 27c is performed (the light is turned on or off, or the light is turned on and off) when the upper limit value of the suspension ("4") is not reached. On the other hand, when the "symbol change game" based on the game ball entering the currently changing first starting port 21 is finished, the display control of the first special symbol hold display 27c is performed (from blinking to lighting or lighting). To turn off).

(About the second special symbol hold display 27d)
The second special symbol holding display 27d is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is used for the "symbol change game" based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22. It is an indicator for displaying the number of holds. That is, the second special symbol holding display 27d and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the main control board 100 detects information that a game ball is detected from the second starting port detection SW 22a. Is input, the display control of the second special symbol reservation display 27d is performed when the upper limit value of the reservation (“4”) has not been reached (turned from off to on or blinks from on). On the other hand, when the “symbol change game” based on the game ball entering the currently changing second starting port 22 ends, the display control of the second special symbol hold display 27d is performed (from blinking to lighting or lighting). To turn off).

(Ordinary symbol display 27e)
The normal symbol display 27e is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is a display for executing a “normal symbol change game” controlled to be displayed by the main control board 100. In other words, the ordinary symbol display 27e and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the main control board 100 sets the execution condition of the “ordinary symbol change game” on the ordinary symbol display 27e. When it is established, the display of the "normal symbol variation game" is controlled on the ordinary symbol display 27e.

(About the normal symbol hold display 27f)
The normal symbol hold display 27f is provided on the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and displays the number of holds of the "normal symbol change game" based on the passing of the game ball to the gate member 20. It is a display for displaying. That is, the normal symbol hold display 27f and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like. When the main control board 100 inputs information that detects a game ball from the gate detection SW 20a, the hold is performed. If the upper limit value ("4") is not reached, the display of the normal symbol holding display 27f is controlled (turned on from off or blinked on). On the other hand, when the “normal symbol change game” that is currently changing ends, the display of the normal symbol holding display 27f is controlled (turned on from blinking or turned off from lighting).

(About round indicator 27g)
The round display 27g is provided on the symbol display device 27, is a display controlled by the main control board 100, and is a display for displaying the number of times the special winning opening 24 is opened in the above-mentioned winning game. In other words, the round display 27g and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the “symbol variation game” determined to be a hit in the “special symbol hit determination processing” is ended. At the timing of displaying a special symbol (for example, “7”) indicating a hit on the special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b, the round display 27g corresponding to the determined hit game is controlled to be turned on. When the winning game is being executed, the round display 27g is continuously controlled to be turned on, and when the winning game is completed, the round display 27g is controlled to be turned off. In the present embodiment, the round indicator 27g is provided because there are two types of grant rounds. However, if only one type of grant round is provided, it is not necessary to provide the round indicator 27g. Absent.

(About the setting change device 31)
The setting change device 31 is provided on the rear side of the middle frame 3 and is a device for setting a set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. As described in the above description of FIG. 2, the setting change device 31 includes the setting change keyhole 31a, the setting change button 31b, the setting confirmation button 31c, and the setting display unit 31d. When the setting change key is inserted and turned by 90 degrees, information indicating the state is input to the main control board 100, and the main control board 100 displays the current setting value on the setting display section 31d. Control.

  Further, when the setting change button 31b is operated in a state where the setting change key is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31a and rotated by 90 degrees, information indicating that the operation is performed is input to the main control board 100, and the main control board 100 is operated. The control board 100 performs control to display the set value of the next stage of the current set value on the setting display unit 31d. For example, when the setting change button 31b is operated while the setting value “1” is displayed on the setting display unit 31d, the setting value “2” is displayed on the setting display unit 31d, and the setting value “2” is displayed. When the setting change button 31b is operated while displaying on the setting display section 31d, the setting value "3" is displayed on the setting display section 31d, and the setting value "3" is displayed on the setting display section 31d. When the setting change button 31b is operated during the setting, the setting value "4" is displayed on the setting display section 31d, and when the setting value "4" is displayed on the setting display section 31d, the setting change button 31b is displayed. Is operated, the set value "1" is displayed on the setting display section 31d. Further, when the setting confirmation button 31c is operated while the current setting value is displayed on the setting display section 31d, information indicating that the operation is performed is input to the main control board 100, and the main control board 100 Then, the setting value displayed on the setting display section 31d is stored in the main RAM 103. Thereafter, the game is controlled based on the set values stored in the main RAM 103 (for example, refer to a special symbol hit determination table corresponding to the set values).

  Although dedicated buttons are provided as the setting change button 31b and the setting confirmation button 31c, existing buttons (operation means) may be used. For example, the RAM clear switch 105 may be used.

(About the light emitting device 9)
As described in FIG. 1, the light emitting device 9 includes a lamp, an LED, and the like, and can decorate the pachinko gaming machine 1 by emitting light. For example, if the information indicating that the middle frame 3 is in the open state is not input from the above-described frame open detection SW 3a, the light is emitted in a light emission mode that notifies that the middle frame 3 is in the open state. That is, the light emitting device 9 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the light emitting device 9 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200.

(About the speaker 10)
As described with reference to FIG. 1, the speaker 10 can output sound and sound effects. For example, if the closed state information is not input from the above-described frame opening detection SW 3a, a notification sound indicating that the middle frame 3 is open is output. That is, the speaker 10 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the above-described sound is output from the speaker 10 under the control of the effect control board 200.

(About the panel lighting device 29)
The board lighting device 29 is provided on the game board 6, and similarly to the light emitting device 9 provided on the glass frame 4, the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by emitting light. That is, the board lighting device 29 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the board lighting device 29 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200. Note that a light guide plate that can display a predetermined image by projecting light may be provided as the panel lighting device 29.

(About the panel drive device 30)
The board driving device 30 is provided on, for example, the game board 6 or the movable body 28, and is configured by a motor or the like for moving the movable body 28 in the vertical direction. That is, the board drive device 30 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and the drive of the board drive device 30 is controlled by the control of the effect control board 200.

(About the movable body 28)
The movable body 28 is provided on the game board 6 and is capable of performing operations such as “fall”, “swing”, and “rotation”. By performing these operations, the possibility that a winning game is provided or the possibility that a certain-variable game state is provided is suggested.

(About effect button detection SW14a)
The effect button detection SW 14a is provided on the effect button 14, and is a SW for detecting that the effect button 14 has been pressed by the player when the effect button 14 is in the operation valid period. That is, the effect button detection SW 14a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200, which has input the information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed, controls the effect according to the pressing of the effect button 14 via the image display device 26 and the speaker 10. Here, for example, in the “symbol variation game”, the effect button 14 has an operation valid period set for a predetermined time, and the effect button detection SW 14 a detects only pressing when the operation valid period is set.

(About production lever detection SW15a)
The effect lever detection SW 15a is provided on the effect lever 15, and is a SW for detecting that the effect lever 15 has been operated by the player when the effect lever 15 is in the operation valid period. That is, the effect lever detection SW 15a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200 that has input the information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated controls the effect according to the operation of the effect lever 15 via the image display device 26 and the speaker 10. Here, for example, in the "symbol variation game", the effect lever 15 has an operation valid period set for a predetermined time, and the effect lever detection SW 15a detects only an operation when the operation valid period is set.

(About the cross key detection SW16a)
The cross key detection SW 16a is provided on the cross key button 16, and is a switch for detecting that the cross key button 16 is pressed by the player. That is, the cross key detection SW 16a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, and the like, and information indicating that the cross key button 16 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. Has become.

  As described above, by operating the cross key button 16, adjustment of the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9 and adjustment of the amount of light emitted from the image display device 26 described later can be performed. Specifically, when the up button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the light amount can be increased (stepwise), and when the down button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the light amount can be reduced (stepwise). When the right button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be increased (in steps), and when the left button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be lowered (in steps). .

  In addition, the light amount may be set in three stages of “strong”, “medium”, and “weak”, or may be set in five more subdivided stages. Further, the volume may be set in three stages of “high”, “medium”, and “small”, or may be set in five more subdivided stages. Further, a level gauge image indicating the degree of adjustment of the light amount or the volume, or an adjustment sound may be emitted.

  The adjustment of the light amount and the adjustment of the sound volume can be performed when the “symbol change game” is not performed, but may be performed even when the “symbol change game” is performed. . In this case, it is preferable that the adjustment be performed without emitting the level gauge image or the adjustment sound, or by outputting the adjustment sound at a small display and a small volume. Then, it is possible to prevent the effect image and the effect sound corresponding to the "symbol variation game" from being disturbed by the level gauge image and the adjustment sound.

(About the special symbol hit determination table)
The special symbol hit determination table of FIG. 5A is stored in the main ROM 102. Here, in the present embodiment, the setting value in the “4” stage can be set by the setting changing device 31 described above. When “1” is set as the set value, the main CPU 101 performs “special symbol hit determination processing” with reference to the special symbol hit determination table for the set value “1” shown in FIG. If another set value is set, the "special symbol hit determination process" is performed with reference to a special symbol hit determination table for each set value (not shown). Further, “common for the first starting port and the second starting port” refers to a special reference to which a game ball enters the first starting port 21 or a game ball enters the second starting port 22. This indicates that the symbol hit determination tables are common. The setting value that can be set by the setting change device 31 is not limited to the “4” stage, and may be any value. For example, the stage may be “6” or “3”.

  In the special symbol hit determination table for the set value “1” of (A), “special symbol hit determination processing” is performed when the game state is “normal game state” and when the game state is “time saving game state”. When the probability of being determined as “hit” is “1/300”, the probability of being determined as “losing” is “299/300”, and when the gaming state is “probable changing gaming state”, The probability of being determined as "hit" in the "special symbol hit determination process" is "1/30", and the probability of being determined as "losing" is "29/30". That is, when the game state is the “probable change game state”, the probability of being determined as “hit” is changed by “10” times as compared with the “normal game state” or the “time reduction game state”. It can be said that the "game state" is a game state that is more advantageous to the player than the "normal game state" and the "time saving game state".

  In the special symbol hit determination table for the set value “1” of (A), the hit determination probability is as described above, but in the special symbol hit determination table with other set values not shown, “special symbol hit” is used. The probability of being determined as "hit" in the "hit determination process" is different. For example, in the special symbol hit determination table for the set value “4”, “special symbol hit determination processing” is performed when the game state is “normal game state” and when the game state is “time saving game state”. The probability of being determined as "hit" is "1/280", the probability of being determined as "losing" is "279/280", and when the gaming state is "probable changing gaming state", the "special symbol" The probability of being determined as "hit" in the "hit determination process" is "1/28", and the probability of being determined as "losing" is "27/28". As described above, by setting different winning probabilities for each set value, it is easy to manage the pitching at the game store.

  Further, in the “time saving game state” and the “probable change game state”, as compared with the “normal game state”, as shown in FIG. 5B and FIG. In the "symbol hit determination process", since an advantageous opening / closing mode is selected as an opening / closing mode of the protruding member of the second starting port 22 when it is easy to hit the "hit" and when the "hit" is hit, The “game state” is the most advantageous game state for the player, the “time-saving game state” is the most advantageous game state for the player, and the “normal game state” is the most disadvantageous game state for the player.

  In the following, the “normal game state” and the “time saving game state” may be collectively referred to as a “low probability state”, and the “probable change game state” may be referred to as a “high probability state”. . In addition, the “low probability state” may be referred to as “non-variable state” or “non-variable state”, and the “probably variable game state” and the “time reduction game state” are collectively referred to as “variable state”. It may be called "medium", "shortened state", or "increased ball entry rate".

(Ordinary symbol hit determination table)
The ordinary symbol hit determination table of FIG. 5B is stored in the main ROM 102. When the game state is the “normal game state”, the probability of being determined as “hit” in the “normal symbol hit determination process” is “4/256”, and the probability of being determined as “losing” is “ 252/256 ", and the probability of being determined as" hit "in the" ordinary symbol hit determination process "is" 251 "between the" time saving game state "and the" probable change game state ". / 256 ", the probability of being determined as" losing "is" 5/256 ". Therefore, in the case of the “time reduction game state” or the “probable change game state”, it is easier to determine “hit” in the “normal symbol hit determination process” than in the case of the “normal game state”. It can be said that the game state is advantageous for the player. In the present embodiment, no set value is provided in the normal symbol hit determination table, but a set value may be provided in the same manner as in the special symbol hit determination table. For example, the set value “1” may be easier to hit in the ordinary symbol hit determination than the set value “2”.

(About the special symbol determination table)
The special symbol determination table shown in FIG. 6A indicates that the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” based on the fact that a game ball has entered the first starting port 21 is “hit”, and “ In the case of "losing", reference is made when determining a special symbol to be fixedly displayed on the first special symbol display 27a. (1) A table for the first starting port 21 and a game ball in the second starting port 22 As a result of performing the "special symbol hit determination process" based on the fact that the ball has been hit, a special symbol that is definitely displayed on the second special symbol display 27b depending on whether it is "hit" or "losing" And (2) a table for the second start-up port 22 which are referred to when deciding the table. These tables are stored in the main ROM 102. Then, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol by referring to a table corresponding to the starting port where the game ball has entered in a “special symbol determination process” (see FIG. 19) described later.

  In the special symbol determination table of (1) of FIG. 6A, if the “special symbol hit determination process” is performed and the result is “win”, the main CPU 101 determines “special symbol A”, “special symbol hit”. One of the special symbols is determined from "special symbol B" and "special symbol C". Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, a random number for determining a special symbol is obtained, and any of the special symbols is referred to by referring to the obtained random number for determining a special symbol. decide. For example, if the obtained special symbol determining random number is “0 to 9”, “special symbol A” is determined. If the obtained special symbol determining random number is “10 to 64”, “special symbol B” is determined. Is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining a special symbol is “65 to 99”, “special symbol C” is determined. When the special symbol is determined, the “number of granted rounds” and the “winning game state” are uniquely determined. When "special symbol A" is determined, "10" rounds are given as "number of rounds to be given", and "probable changing game state" is given as "after winning game state". When the “special symbol B” is determined, “5” rounds are given as the “number of granted rounds”, and “probable changing game state” is given as the “hit game state”. When the "special symbol C" is determined, "10" rounds are given as "number of rounds to be given", and "normal gaming state" is given as "after winning gaming state". On the other hand, if the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “losing”, the main CPU 101 determines the “special symbol D”, and the “special symbol D” includes the “number of granted rounds” and Since the "game state after winning" is not defined, no winning game is given.

  In the special symbol determination table of (2) of FIG. 6A, if the “special symbol hit determination process” is performed and the result is “win”, the main CPU 101 determines “special symbol E”, “ One of the special symbols is determined from "special symbol F". The specific determination method is the same as (1) in FIG. For example, if the obtained special symbol determining random number is “0 to 64”, “special symbol E” is determined. If the obtained special symbol determining random number is “65 to 99”, “special symbol” is determined. F "is determined. When "special symbol E" is determined, "10" rounds are given as "number of rounds to be given", and "probable changing game state" is given as "after winning game state". When the “special symbol F” is determined, “10” rounds are given as the “number of rounds to be given”, and “normal gaming state” is given as the “winning gaming state”. On the other hand, when the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “losing”, the main CPU 101 determines “special symbol G”.

  As described above, the rate at which the “probably changed game state” is given is that the first start port 21 is “65%” and the second start port 22 is also “65%”. There is no difference between the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22 in the entry rate into the vehicle. On the other hand, the “number of awarded rounds” is based on the ball entering the first opening 21 because the second starting port 22 is always given the “10” round and the “5” round is not given. It can be said that it is more advantageous for the player that the hit game is given based on the ball entering the second starting port 22 than the game is given. In the present embodiment, no set value is provided in the special symbol determination table, but a set value may be provided. For example, the setting ratio of the special symbol may be different between a case where the set value is “1” and a case where the set value is “4”. In that case, the inrush rate to the “probable change game state” is common to all set values, but the “number of granted rounds” may be different for each set value. For example, the more the set value is “1”, the more easily the advantageous round number may be given, or the more the set value is “4”, the more easily the advantageous round number may be given.

(Normal symbol determination table)
The normal symbol determination table of FIG. 6B is stored in the main ROM 102, and as a result of performing the “normal symbol hit determination process” based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20, the hit is determined. This is a table that is referred to when determining a normal symbol to be fixedly displayed on the normal symbol display 27e in a certain case and in a case of “losing”. When the gaming state is the “normal gaming state”, and the “normal symbol hit determination process” is performed, if the “winning” is determined, the “normal symbol related process” is performed. In the "determination process", "ordinary symbol A" is determined, and if "losing", "ordinary symbol B" is determined. In addition, when the gaming state is the “time saving gaming state” and the “probably changing gaming state”, when the “normal symbol hit determination process” is performed, In the "ordinary symbol determination process" performed in the "ordinary symbol-related process", "ordinary symbol C" is determined, and in the case of "losing", "ordinary symbol D" is determined.

  It should be noted that the content to be given is also uniquely determined in the ordinary symbol, similarly to the special symbol described above. When the "normal symbol A" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 is opened "1" at "0.9S", and when the "normal symbol B" is determined, the second starting port 22 is opened. 22 projecting members do not open. Further, when the “normal symbol C” is determined, the projecting member of the second starting port 22 is opened “3 times” at “1.8S”, and when the “normal symbol D” is determined, the second symbol is opened. The projecting member of the starting port 22 does not open. Therefore, when the "time saving game state" or the "probable change game state" is a "hit", the opening and closing mode of the projecting member of the second starting port 22 is more than the "normal game state". Is advantageous, it can be said that the game state is advantageous for the player.

  In the present embodiment, the set value is not provided in the ordinary symbol determination table, but may be provided in the same manner as in the special symbol determination table. For example, the probability of being determined as a hit in the “ordinary symbol hit determination process” may be different for each set value, and the set value “1” is easier to hit than the set value “4”. Or vice versa. Further, the opening / closing manner of the second starting port 22 may be different for each set value. For example, in the case of the set value “1”, opening and closing may be performed in an advantageous opening and closing manner as compared with the case of the set value “4”, or vice versa.

(About the special symbol variation pattern table)
The special symbol variation pattern table of FIG. 7 is stored in the main ROM 102 and is a table that is referred to when determining the variation time in the “symbol variation game”. When the gaming state is the “normal gaming state” and the “special symbol hit determination process” is performed, and the result is “losing”, the main CPU 101 determines the “variation pattern 1” to “variation pattern 5”. From among them, one of the fluctuation patterns is determined. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22, a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern is obtained, and the obtained random number for determining a fluctuation pattern is referred to. , One of the fluctuation patterns is determined. Although not shown, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22, a reach determination random number is acquired, and the reach determination random number corresponds to a random number for executing reach. In this case, one of the variation patterns is determined from “variation pattern 2” to “variation pattern 5”, and if the reach determination random number does not correspond to the random number for executing the reach, “variation pattern 1” is set. It may be determined. On the other hand, when the gaming state is the “normal gaming state” and the “special symbol hit determination process” is performed, and the result is “win”, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern. , “Variation pattern 6” to “variation pattern 11”, one of the variation patterns is determined.

  Then, when the variation pattern is determined, the “effect contents” and the “fluctuation time” (the number of seconds S) are uniquely determined. When the “fluctuation pattern 1” is determined, “normal fluctuation” is determined as the “effect content”, and “7S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. Here, the “normal fluctuation” refers to a fluctuation that does not reach the reach. When the “fluctuation pattern 2” is determined, “normal reach” is determined as the “effect content”, and “15S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. Here, the “normal reach” refers to a reach in which a reach is performed but a development effect is not particularly performed (for example, an effect of temporarily changing the middle decoration design image 26b after temporarily stopping and displaying a loss). The selection ratio at the time of "hit" is low, and the selection ratio at the time of "losing" is configured to be high.

  When the “fluctuation pattern 3” is determined, “super-reach” is determined as the “effect content”, and “40S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. Here, the “super reach” refers to a reach in which a development effect is performed during the execution of the reach (normal reach) and the actual destination image is displayed on the image display device 26, for example, at the development destination. Since the selection ratio is higher than “normal reach” and the selection ratio at “losing” is lower than “normal reach”, it is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation per hit than “normal reach”.

  Further, when the “fluctuation pattern 4” is determined, “simulated consecutive 2 normal reach” is determined as the “effect content”, and “50S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. The “pseudo ream” will be described in detail later, but the “pseudo ream 2 normal reach” has a higher expectation per hit than “normal reach” alone, and has a lower expectation per hit than “super reach”. It is positioned as. When the “fluctuation pattern 5” is determined, “simulated consecutive 3 super-reach” is determined as the “effect content”, and “70S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. The “pseudo consecutive 3 super reach” is positioned as a reach having a higher expectation per hit than only the “super reach”. Note that “variation pattern 6” to “variation pattern 9” differ only in “loss” or “hit” from “variation pattern 2” to “variation pattern 5”, and the effect contents and the variation time are the same. The description is omitted.

  When the “fluctuation pattern 10” is determined, “simulated consecutive 4 super reach” is determined as the “effect content”, and “90S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. Here, the “pseudo run 4 super reach” is a variation pattern selected only in the case of “hit”, and when “pseudo run” described later is performed “4” times, "Hit" is determined. When the “fluctuation pattern 11” is determined, “all-rotation reach” is determined as the “effect content”, and “120S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. Here, “full rotation reach” means that the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c are “111”, “222”, “333”, “444”, “555”, This is a reach in which scrolling is performed in a state where “666”, “777”, and “888” are aligned, and finally, for example, “777” is finally displayed. The “variation pattern 11” may be selected only when “special symbol A” in FIG. 6 is determined. In this case, since the “probable change game state” is given as the game state after the hit as well as the “hit”, the player is allowed to perform the game in the hope that “full rotation reach” is performed. It can lead to the improvement of entertainment interest.

  When the gaming state is the “time saving gaming state” and when the “special changing gaming state” is performed, the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “miss”. , "Variation pattern 12" to "variation pattern 15". When the “fluctuation pattern 12” is determined, “shortened fluctuation” is determined as the “effect content”, and “2S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. Here, the "shortening fluctuation" refers to a fluctuation that does not reach and stops the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c at the same time. In the case of "state" and the case of "probable change game state", as a result of the "special symbol hit determination processing", if "losing", this "shortened fluctuation" becomes easy to be selected. Therefore, the "time saving game state" and the "probable change game state" can be efficiently consumed.

  In addition, when the “fluctuation pattern 13” is determined, “reach incitement” is determined as the “effect content”, and “10S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. Here, the "reach instigating" means, for example, whether or not the "7" symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative symbol image 26a and the "7" symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c. This is a production that stimulates whether or not reach is formed. As a result of performing the “reach inflection”, for example, when the “8” symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, no reach is formed. For example, the “7” symbol is temporarily displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c. When the stop display is performed, a reach is formed, and the “reach during variation” is developed in “fluctuation pattern 15” and “fluctuation pattern 17” described later.

  When the "fluctuation pattern 14" is determined, "super-reach during variation" is determined as "staging content", and "30S" is determined as "fluctuation time". Here, the “super reach during a short break” is a “super reach” dedicated to the “time reduction game state” and the “probable change play state”, and is different from the “super reach” performed in the “normal play state”. ing.

  In addition, when the “fluctuation pattern 15” is determined, “reach inflection → super-reach during variation” is determined as the “production effect”, and “40S” is determined as the “fluctuation time”. As for “fluctuation pattern 16” and “fluctuation pattern 17”, there is only a difference between “fluctuation pattern 14” and “fluctuation pattern 15” in “losing” or “hit”, and the effect contents and fluctuation time are the same. Description is omitted. In addition, the selection ratio at the time of "hit" is higher than "super reach during the change", and the selection ratio at "loss" is higher than "super reach during the change". Because it is configured to be low, it is positioned as a reach that has a higher degree of expectation per hit than “super-reach during a change”.

  The above-mentioned special symbol variation patterns are not limited to those shown in FIG. 7, and may further include a plurality of special symbol variation patterns. For example, “shortening fluctuation” (2S) may be provided even in the normal gaming state. Further, the special symbol variation pattern table to be referred to may be made different depending on the number of reserved balls of the “symbol variation game” of the first starting port 21, or the number of reserved balls of the “symbol variation game” of the second startup port 22. The special symbol variation pattern table to be referred to may be different. For example, in the case of "losing", when the number of reserved balls is "4", "normal variation" of "variation pattern 1" is selected more than when the number of reserved balls is "1". It may be easy to improve the operation of the game.

  Further, when a loss is determined in the “time saving game state” or the “probable change game state”, as a result of starting the “symbol change game” of the second starting port 22, the number of reserved balls in the second starting port 22 is reduced. In the case of “0”, for example, a hold 0 normal fluctuation (loss) composed of 30S may be selected to secure a time for the game ball to enter the second starting port 22.

  Further, the special symbol variation pattern table to be referred to may be changed depending on the set value. For example, a special symbol variation pattern that is easy to select for each set value may be provided, or a special symbol variation pattern that can be selected only by the set value may be provided. With this, it is possible to estimate (or grasp) how many set values are based on the effect contents of the executed special symbol variation pattern, which leads to an improvement in game entertainment.

  Next, examples of various effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment will be described below.

(Look-ahead production)
The pre-reading effect means that at the timing when a game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22, the pre-determination processing is performed prior to the hit determination processing in the special symbol change start processing, and the pre-determination processing is determined. This is an effect performed based on the result. In the case where the pre-reading effect is not mounted, for example, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21, after acquiring and storing the determination information (random number value) in FIG. Since the special symbol hit determination process is performed in the time process, even if the determination information (random value) is stored in the “fourth storage area”, the determination information (random value) is transferred to the “storage area”. Is not determined. Therefore, even if the determination information (random value) of “hit” is acquired, the expectation of winning is increased before the determination information (random value) is transferred to the “storage area”. Direction cannot be performed. However, if the look-ahead effect is mounted, for example, in FIG. 14, in the process after acquiring and storing the determination information (random number value), the “preliminary determination process” is performed to determine “hit” or “loss”. Thus, a continuous effect can be executed over a plurality of fluctuations (including fluctuations transferred to the storage area) until the determination information (random number value) is transferred to the “storage area”. , It is possible to increase the expectation of “hit” from the stage before the determination information (random number value) is transferred.

  As a specific example of the prefetching effect, there is a “suspended prefetching effect”. “Reservation pre-reading effect” mainly refers to the first starting port first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting port fourth reserved ball image display area 26j, and the second starting port first reserved ball image display area 26k to This is an effect using the reserved ball image displayed in the second starting port fourth reserved ball image display area 26n. For example, when the determination information (random number value) is stored up to the above-mentioned “third storage area” and a game ball enters the first starting port 21, the determination information (randomness) is stored in the “fourth storage area”. After the numerical value is stored, a preliminary determination process is performed. Then, when it is determined based on the determination result of the preliminary determination processing that a reserved look-ahead effect is to be performed, a look-ahead reserved ball image different from the normal reserved image is displayed in the first starting port fourth reserved ball image display area 26j. I do. As the pre-reading sphere image, for example, a plurality of types such as “blinking white”, “blue”, “green”, “red”, “gold”, and “rainbow” can be displayed in a plurality of stages. If the determination result is “hit”, any of “blinking white”, “blue”, “green”, “red”, “gold”, and “rainbow” can be displayed, and the determination result of the preliminary determination processing is In the case of "losing", any of "blinking white", "blue", "green", "red", and "gold" can be displayed. In the case of "hit", "rainbow" can be selected, and in the case of "hit", "red" or "gold" can be easily selected. In the case of "losing", "flashing white" "And" blue "are made easier to select, increasing expectations for hitting" red "and" gold ". Also, when entering the ball, it is "blinking white", but every time "game of one change" is performed, it changes to a reserved ball image with high hit expectation, such as "blue" or "green". It is also possible to display “Fri” from the time of entering the ball.

  Further, a specific example of another effect of the above-mentioned look-ahead effect is “zone effect”. The “zone effect” is an effect mainly using the image display device 26. For example, when the determination information (random number value) is stored up to the above-mentioned “third storage area” and a game ball enters the first starting port 21, the determination information (randomness) is stored in the “fourth storage area”. After the numerical value is stored, a preliminary determination process is performed. Then, when it is determined based on the determination result of the preliminary determination processing that the zone effect is to be performed, for example, in the next symbol variation game, the image display device 26 displays "If special symbols are aligned, then XX zone entry!" After performing the effect of inciting the entry, the special symbols are arranged and the entry is made to the “XX zone”, and the judgment information (random number value) stored in the “fourth storage area” is “the storage area”. Until the change moved to, the “XX zone” effect is executed. During the execution of the “XX zone” effect, a telop such as “during the XX zone” is displayed on the image display device 26. The “zone effect” is easy to be executed when it is determined as “hit” in the preliminary determination process, and is difficult to be executed when it is determined as “losing”. Great expectations can be given that the game is given.

  In addition, a specific example of another effect of the look-ahead effect is “chance consecutive notice”. "Chance consecutive notice" is an effect mainly using the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c displayed on the image display device 26. For example, when the determination information (random number value) is stored up to the above-mentioned “third storage area” and a game ball enters the first starting port 21, the determination information (randomness) is stored in the “fourth storage area”. After the numerical value is stored, a preliminary determination process is performed. Then, when it is determined based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process that the continuous production of the chance eyes is to be performed, for example, the “symbol variation game” corresponding to the determination information (random number value) stored in the “first storage area” ", A" symbol change game "corresponding to the determination information (random number value) stored in the" second storage area ", and the determination information (random number value) stored in the" third storage area ". ), The combination of the decorative symbol images of the same color is stopped in the final display of the “symbol changing game” corresponding to the above. For example, in the decorative design image, “333” and “777” are configured in red, “111” and “555” are configured in green, and “222” and “444” are configured. , “666” and “888” are configured in blue, and combinations of only red such as “337” and “773”, combinations of only green such as “115” and “551”, and “246” And the combination of only blue color such as "628" are determined and displayed over a plurality of fluctuations, thereby giving an expectation that a win will be given in the subsequent "symbol fluctuation game". In addition, in the case of "hit", it is easy to select the combination of only red, and in the case of "losing", it is easy to select the combination of only blue, and when the combination of only red is confirmed and displayed. The expectation of winning is increasing.

(Simulated consecutive notice)
The pseudo consecutive announcement is an effect mainly using the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, the right decorative symbol image 26c displayed on the image display device 26, and the symbol dedicated to the pseudo consecutive symbol. In this game, the temporary stop display of the decorative symbol is repeatedly performed to make it appear as if the change is performed a plurality of times. For example, as shown in FIG. 7, the pseudo run can be executed “2” times, “3” times, and “4” times, and as the number of times increases, the degree of expectation for “hit” increases. (In the present embodiment, “hit” is determined for “4” times). As a specific effect content, for example, “5” is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative symbol image 26a, “6” is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, and “pseudo” is displayed as the middle decorative symbol image 26b. A temporary symbol (for example, “NEXT”) ”is temporarily stopped and displayed, and all decorative symbol images are again displayed in a variable manner (at this time, pseudo-random“ 2 ”times), again as the left decorative symbol image 26a. A temporary stop display of “5”, a temporary stop display of “6” as the right decorative symbol image 26c, and a temporary stop display of a “pseudo consecutive exclusive design (eg,“ NEXT ”)” as the middle decorative design image 26b Again, all the decorative design images are displayed in a variable manner (at this point, the pseudo-ream “3” times, and thereafter, the pseudo-ream “4” times are the same), for example, “2”. In the temporary stop display for the second time, the left decorative design image When "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as 6a and "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, the pseudo-ream is "2" times, and the left decorative symbol is displayed in the "2" times temporary stop display. In the case where “5” is temporarily stopped and displayed as the image 26a and “6” is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, the number of pseudo-runs is “3” (hereinafter the pseudo-run “4” is the same). . Also, once the reach is reached, a “pseudo-sequence exclusive symbol (eg,“ NEXT ”)” is temporarily stopped and displayed as the middle decorative symbol image 26b. At the start of the fluctuation after the temporary stop display, the user is notified (temporary stop notice) that the “pseudo-serial exclusive design (for example,“ NEXT ”)” will be temporarily stopped and displayed in the middle decorative design image 26b. It is also possible to execute an effect in which the pseudo run is determined three or more times.

(About the area of main ROM and main RAM)
FIG. 8 is a diagram showing areas of the main ROM 102 and the main RAM 103.

  The main ROM 102 includes a game program area in which game programs related to the progress of the game (for example, FIGS. 10 to 21 described later) are stored, a game data area in which game data used by the game programs is stored. , A free area (16 bytes or more), a game performance program area for storing a game performance program (for example, FIGS. 23 to 25 described later) related to the game performance information, and a game performance program used by the game performance program. And a game performance data area in which data is stored.

  The main RAM 103 includes a game work area (area 1) used by the game program as a work, a game stack area (area 2) in which the game program saves data, a free area (16 bytes or more), and a game performance. A game performance work area (area 3) used by the game program as a work, and a game performance stack area (area 4) in which the game performance program saves data.

  The main CPU 101 calls the game performance program in the process based on the game program, executes the process based on the game performance program, and returns to the process based on the game program when the process based on the game performance program ends.

  Further, when executing the processing based on the gaming program, the main CPU 101 executes the processing based on the gaming program with reference to the gaming data in the gaming data area, and uses the gaming work area as a work. In addition, the contents of the game work area and the game stack area can be referenced and updated.

  Similarly, when executing the processing based on the game performance program, the main CPU 101 refers to the game performance data in the game performance data area, executes the processing based on the game performance program, and executes the processing based on the game performance work area. Use as Further, it is possible to refer to and update the contents of the game performance work area and the game performance stack area.

  In executing the processing based on the game program, the main CPU 101 does not refer to the game performance data area and does not update the game performance work area and the game performance stack area. It is possible to refer to the game performance work area and the game performance stack area.

  Similarly, in executing processing based on the game performance program, the game data area is not referred to, and the game work area and the game stack area are not updated, but the game work area, It is possible to refer to the game stack area.

(About the display mode of the display)
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a display mode of the display device 104.

  First, the display 104 is a display for displaying “game performance information”. The “game performance information” is information calculated by a formula of “(number of game balls paid out in normal game state / number of outs in normal game state) × 100”.

  Further, the game performance information is calculated, for example, every interruption (for example, every 4 ms) while power is supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1, and at every predetermined display timing (for example, 5 seconds). In each case, it is possible to display the current section and the past three sections (one section before, two sections before, and three sections before the past three sections). That is, display of the current section → elapsed predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds) → display of past section (1) → elapse of predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds) → display of past section (2) → elapse of predetermined time (5 seconds) Switching display such as “elapsed” → display of past section (3) → elapse of predetermined time (elapse of 5 seconds) → display of current section is performed.

  Next, in FIG. 9, “sections” are set according to the number of cases where the game ball enters the out port 25 (out ball) without winning any of the winning ports in the normal gaming state.

  The “section A” is a section in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 stays from the factory of the manufacturer and introduced to the game store (or after the main RAM 103 is initialized) until 299 out-balls are detected. . In this “section A”, the calculation of the game performance information is not performed. This is based on the assumption that, for example, an operation check or the like (winning in a start-up opening or a normal winning opening) is performed by an administrator during the period from the establishment of a game store to the opening of the store. By excluding prizes, it is possible to improve the accuracy of the game performance information when the player is playing a game.

  The “section B” is a section where the out ball is stayed after detection of the 300th out ball (a section switched from the section A), and stays after switching to the “section B” until 60,000 out balls are detected. . In this “section B”, the calculation of the game performance information is performed.

  “Section C” means that when 60,000 out-balls are detected in “Section B”, “Section B” is switched to “Section C”, and 60,000 out-balls are detected after switching to “Section C”. Stay till In this “section C”, the game performance information is calculated.

  “Section D” means that when 60,000 out-balls are detected in “Section C”, “Section C” is switched to “Section D”, and 60,000 out-balls are detected after switching to “Section D”. Stay till In the “section D”, the game performance information is calculated (third calculation). Although illustration is omitted, “section E”, “section F”, “section G”,...

  In the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103, a section management area is provided, and a value corresponding to a current section is stored. For example, if the current section is “section A”, “0” is stored in the section management area, and if the current section is “section B”, “1” is stored in the section management area. I have. The value corresponding to the current section is updated when the section is switched.

  Note that the number of detected out-spheres that switch the above-described section is not limited to the above numerical value, and can be changed as appropriate.

  Next, in FIG. 9, the “identification segment” corresponds to, for example, the leftmost segment on the display 104 and the second segment from the left. The “ratio seg” corresponds to, for example, the rightmost seg on the display 104 and the second seg from the right.

  The “identification segment” includes “bL.” Indicating the current section, “b1.” Indicating the past section (1), “b2.” Indicating the past section (2), and “3. ) Indicating blinking or lighting. In addition, in each section (excluding section A), it blinks until 0-5999 out-balls are detected, and lights up after 6000 or more balls.

  In the “ratio segment”, information calculated by the above formula is displayed (the first decimal place of the calculation result is rounded, and the numerical value after rounding is displayed). For example, when the number of outs is 0, , "00", and when the value after rounding is 100 or more, "99." is displayed.

  Next, in FIG. 9, when the display mode for each section is “section A”, as described above, the calculation of the game performance information is not performed. “BL.” Flashes and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

  As described above, the “section A” is almost the state when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturer's factory and introduced into the game store, so that the past section (past calculation information) is used. not exist. For this reason, in the past section (1), “b1.” Flashes and is displayed on the identification seg, and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed on the ratio seg. b2. "blinks,"-"(horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (3)," b3. "blinks in the identification segment and"-"is displayed in the ratio segment. (Horizontal bar) is displayed.

  That is, in the “section A”, although the identification seg switches in the display for each section, “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed in any of the ratio seg.

  In the case of “section B”, in the current section, “bL.” Is blinked or lit on the identification segment according to the number of outs, and a value calculated by a calculation system process described later is displayed on the ratio segment, In the past section (1), “b1.” Flashes and is displayed on the identification seg, and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed on the ratio seg. In the past section (2), “b2.” Is displayed on the identification seg. Blinks, “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed on the ratio segment, and in the past section (3), “b3.” Flashes on the identification segment, and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed on the ratio segment. ) Is displayed.

  In the case of “section C”, in the current section, “bL.” Flashes or lights on the identification segment according to the number of outs, and the value calculated by a calculation system process described later is displayed on the ratio segment, In the past section (1), “b1.” Is lit on the identification segment and the final value (the value calculated immediately before reaching 60000 pieces in section B) in “section B” is displayed on the ratio seg. In the section (2), “b2.” Flashes and is displayed on the identification seg, and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed on the ratio seg. In the past section (3), “b3.” Is displayed on the identification seg. The display is blinking, and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

  In the case of “section D”, in the current section, “bL.” Flashes or lights on the identification segment according to the number of outs, and a value calculated by a calculation system process described later is displayed on the ratio segment, In the past section (1), “b1.” Is lit and displayed on the identification segment, and the final value (the value calculated immediately before reaching 60000 pieces in section C) in “section C” is displayed on the ratio seg. In section (2), “b2.” Is lit on the identification segment and the final value (the value calculated immediately before reaching 60000 pieces in section C) in “section B” is displayed on the ratio seg. In the section (3), “b3.” Blinks on the identification segment and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed on the ratio segment.

  In this way, by displaying the current section, the past section (1), the past section (2), the past section (3) and the game performance information on the display 104, a person such as an external inspection organization can be displayed. When performing an inspection, it can be easily confirmed whether or not an appropriate gaming machine is provided.

(Regarding control processing performed by main CPU 101)
The control process performed by the main CPU 101 will be described with reference to FIGS.

(Main control board main processing)
FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing a main process performed in the main control board 100. The processing is started by the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 when the power is turned on to the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a voltage is supplied from the power supply board 400 to each control board.

(Step S1)
In step S1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in a power interruption state (power failure state). As a result, if the power is off (power failure state), the process of step S1 is repeatedly executed. If the power is not on (power failure status), the process proceeds to step S2. When the power is interrupted (power failure state), the processing can be executed using a backup power supply (not shown).

(Step S2)
In step S2, the main CPU 101 prohibits the interruption. Thus, the main CPU 101 executes only the processing of FIG. 10 until the interruption is permitted in S19 described later. Then, when the interruption is prohibited, the process proceeds to step S3.

(Step S3)
In step S3, the main CPU 101 determines whether the RAM clear switch 105 is ON (pressed). That is, it is determined whether the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on while the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed. As a result, if the RAM clear switch 105 is ON, the process proceeds to step S4. If the RAM clear switch 105 is not ON, the process proceeds to step S8.

(Step S4)
In step S4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. For example, the processing is determined based on whether or not the information indicating the closed state has been input to the main control board 100 from the frame opening detection SW 3a, and when the glass frame 4 is open or the middle frame 3 is opened. Is closed, or when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are open (hereinafter, these are referred to as “door open”), information indicating the closed state is not input. It can be understood that the frame 3 is in the open state.

  On the other hand, when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are not open (hereinafter, referred to as “door closed”), information indicating that the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are closed is input. We can understand that we are in state. If the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed), the process proceeds to step S7. If the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open), the process proceeds to step S5. I do.

(Step S5)
In step S5, the main CPU 101 sets “door open” information (door open notification command) in a command transmission area provided at an output port of the main control board 100. Then, the command set in the command transmission area is transmitted to the effect control board 200 in a command transmission process of a main control board timer interrupt process described later. When the information of "door open" is set, the process proceeds to step S6.

  The effect control board 200 that has received the command controls the light emitting device 9 to emit light in a light emission pattern that notifies that the door is open, and “opens the door” from the speaker 10. Is controlled so as to output a sound (for example, “the door is open”) that informs the user that the door is open. )). Thereby, for example, even if the glass frame 4 is opened by a fraudulent person, the administrator can immediately grasp.

(Step S6)
In step S6, the main CPU 101 initializes the area 1 (excluding the setting value storage area) and the area 2 of the main RAM 103. That is, when the RAM clear switch is ON (pressed), only the areas 1 and 2 are initialized, and the areas 3 and 4 are not initialized. Thereby, the game performance information stored in the area 3 and the area 4 can be continuously held. Then, when the area 1 (excluding the setting value storage area) and the area 2 of the main RAM 103 are initialized, the process proceeds to step S18.

(Step S7)
In step S7, the main CPU 101 performs a process for setting an error. For example, a command or the like related to error information is set so that an error is continuously reported through the speaker 10 or the like unless an error clearing operation is performed by the manager of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Since the administrator operates the RAM clear switch 105 by opening the middle frame 3 from the outer frame 2, the RAM clear switch is turned on even though the middle frame 3 is housed in the outer frame 2. Is highly likely that some kind of fraud has occurred. In such a case, an error is determined in step S7. After finishing the process, the game machine waits until an error cancel operation is performed by the administrator of the gaming machine.

(Step S8)
In step S8, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the setting change key is at the setting change position. For example, when it is detected that the setting change key is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31a of the setting change device 31 and that the setting change key is rotated by 90 degrees, the setting change key is located at the setting change position. If not, the setting change key is determined not to be at the setting change position. As a result, if the setting change key is at the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S9, and if the setting change key is not at the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S13.

(Step S9)
In step S9, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. Note that the determination method is the same as step S4. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed), the process proceeds to step S12. If the frame open detection SW is not ON (open), the process proceeds to step S10. I do.

(Step S10)
In step S <b> 10, the main CPU 101 sets “door open” information (door open notification command) in a command transmission area provided at an output port of the main control board 100. Note that the content of the processing is the same as that in step S5, and a description thereof will not be repeated. When the information of "door open" is set, the process proceeds to step S11.

(Step S11)
In step S11, the main CPU 101 performs a setting value changing process shown in FIG. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the setting value change processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S18.

  In the present flowchart, the setting value changing process does not require the operation of the RAM clear switch 105, but may require the operation of the RAM clear switch 105. That is, when the RAM clear switch 105 is operated (ON), the setting change key is at the setting change position, and the frame open detection SW is not ON, the process may shift to the process of step S11. .

  Although not shown in FIG. 10, the setting value confirmation process may be performed when a setting value confirmation operation for confirming the current setting value is performed. This makes it possible to easily check the set value when simply checking the current set value.

(Step S12)
In step S12, the main CPU 101 performs a process for setting an error. For example, a command or the like related to error information is set so that an error is continuously reported through the speaker 10 or the like unless an error clearing operation is performed by the manager of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Since the setting value changing operation is performed by the administrator by opening the middle frame 3 from the outer frame 2, even though the middle frame 3 is housed in the outer frame 2, the setting change key is pressed. In the event that the camera is turned to the setting change position, it is highly likely that some wrongdoing has been performed. In such a case, an error is determined in step S12. After finishing the process, the game machine waits until an error cancel operation is performed by the administrator of the gaming machine.

(Step S13)
In step S13, the main CPU 101 determines whether there is data that has been backed up. For example, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off, a backup process (not shown) is performed, and data retention, storage of a checksum, and a backup flag are turned on. If the backup flag is ON, it is determined that there is data to be backed up. If the backup flag is not ON, it is determined that there is no data to be backed up. As a result, if there is data to be backed up, the process proceeds to step S14, and if there is no data to be backed up, the process proceeds to step S18.

(Step S14)
In step S14, the main CPU 101 calculates checksums of the areas 1 to 4 of the main RAM 103. When the checksums of the areas 1 to 4 of the main RAM 103 are calculated, the process proceeds to step S15.

(Step S15)
In step S15, the main CPU 101 determines whether the checksums of the areas 1 to 4 of the main RAM 103 are normal. For example, it is determined whether the checksum value stored in the backup process (not shown) matches the checksum value calculated in step S14. If the checksum value matches, the checksum is determined to be normal. It is determined that the checksum is not normal. As a result, if the checksum is normal, the process proceeds to step S16. If the checksum is not normal, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S16)
In step S16, the main CPU 101 performs a return process. That is, the state before the power failure is restored. Then, when the state before the power failure is restored to the normal state, the process proceeds to step S18.

(Step S17)
In step S17, the main CPU 101 initializes the areas 1 to 4 of the main RAM 103. That is, if the checksum values do not match in step S15, it is determined that some abnormality has occurred in the main RAM 103, and all areas of the main RAM 103 are initialized. Then, when all the areas of the main RAM 103 are initialized, the process proceeds to step S18.

  In step S17, all the areas of the main RAM 103 are initialized, but an error setting process may be executed.

(Step S18)
In step S18, the main CPU 101 sets CTC. That is, a CTC (counter timer circuit) having a function of generating a pulse output of a constant cycle, a function of measuring time, and the like is set, and a main control board timer interrupt process described later is performed periodically every 4 ms. , CTC time constant register. When the CTC is set, the process proceeds to step S19.

(Step S19)
In step S19, the main CPU 101 permits interruption. Then, it waits when the interrupt is permitted, and thereafter, a main control board timer interrupt process described later is performed every 4 ms.

(About setting value change processing)
FIG. 11 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S11 of the main control board main process) showing the set value changing process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S11-1)
In step S11-1, the main CPU 101 initializes the area 1 (excluding the setting value storage area) and the area 2 of the main RAM 103. Then, when the area 1 (excluding the setting value storage area) and the area 2 of the main RAM 103 are initialized, the process proceeds to step S11-2.

(Step S11-2)
In step S11-2, the main CPU 101 calculates the checksum of the areas 3 and 4 of the main RAM 103. Then, when the checksums of the areas 3 and 4 of the main RAM 103 are calculated, the processing shifts to step S11-3.

(Step S11-3)
In step S11-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether the checksum of the areas 3 and 4 of the main RAM 103 is normal. For example, it is determined whether the checksum value stored in the backup processing (not shown) matches the checksum value calculated in step S11-2. If the checksum value matches, the checksum is determined to be normal, and the checksum does not match. If the checksum is invalid, it is determined that the checksum is not normal. As a result, when the checksum is normal, the process proceeds to step S11-5, and when the checksum is not normal, the process proceeds to step S11-4.

(Step S11-4)
In step S11-4, the main CPU 101 initializes the areas 3 and 4 of the main RAM 103. That is, if the checksum values do not match in step S11-3, it is determined that some abnormality has occurred in the main RAM 103, and the areas 3 and 4 of the main RAM 103 are initialized. Then, when the areas 3 and 4 of the main RAM 103 are initialized, the process proceeds to step S11-5.

  In step S11-4, the areas 3 and 4 of the main RAM 103 are initialized, but an error setting process may be executed.

(Step S11-5)
In step S11-5, the main CPU 101 sets information indicating that the setting value is being changed (setting value changing command) in a command transmission area provided in the output port of the main control board 100. Then, the command set in the command transmission area is transmitted to the effect control board 200 in a command transmission process of a main control board timer interrupt process described later. When a command indicating that the set value is being changed is set, the process proceeds to step S11-6.

  The effect control board 200 that has received the command controls the light emitting device 9 to emit light in a light emission pattern that informs that the setting value change processing is being performed. Control is performed to output a sound (for example, “Setting is being changed”) notifying that the setting is being performed, and a display image (for example, indicating that the setting value changing process is being performed) is displayed on the image display device 26. , “Setting is being changed”). Thus, for example, even if the setting value is changed by an unauthorized person, the administrator can immediately grasp the setting value.

  When the setting value changing process is being performed, the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, and the image display device 26 may only notify that the setting value changing process is being performed. The above-mentioned "door opening" may be notified.

(Step S11-6)
In step S11-6, the main CPU 101 reads out the current setting value and displays it on the display 104. For example, if the set value stored in the area 1 of the main RAM 103 is “1”, the display 104 displays “1”. Then, when the current setting value is read out and displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S11-7.

(Step S11-7)
In step S11-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a signal indicating that the setting change button 31b of the setting changing device 31 has been operated has been input (whether a setting value changing operation has been performed). If the set value change operation has been performed, the process proceeds to step S11-8. If the set value change operation has not been performed, the process proceeds to step S11-10.

(Step S11-8)
In step S11-8, the main CPU 101 performs a process of changing a set value. For example, when a signal for operating the setting change button is input when the setting value is “1”, the setting value is changed to “2”, and when the setting value is “2”, the setting changing button is operated. When the input signal is input, the setting value is changed to "3". When the setting change button is operated while the setting value is "3", the setting value is changed to "4" and the setting value is changed to "4". When the signal indicating that the setting change button has been operated is input when the value is “4”, the setting value is changed to “1”. Then, when the set value is changed, the process proceeds to step S11-9.

(Step S11-9)
In step S11-9, the main CPU 101 displays the changed set value on the display 104. For example, if a signal for operating the setting change button is input while the set value “1” is displayed, a new set value “2” is displayed, and the set value “2” is displayed. When a signal for operating the setting change button is input, a new set value “3” is displayed. When a signal for operating the setting change button is input while the set value “3” is displayed, a new signal is displayed. Displays the set value "4". When the changed set value is displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S11-10.

(Step S11-10)
In step S11-10, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a setting value confirmation operation has been performed. For example, it is determined whether or not a setting value confirmation operation has been performed based on whether or not information indicating that the above-described setting confirmation button 31c has been operated has been input. As a result, if information indicating that the setting confirmation button 31c has been operated has been input, the process proceeds to step S11-11, and if information indicating that the setting confirmation button 31c has been operated has not been input, Then, the process proceeds to step S11-7.

  Unless information indicating that the setting confirmation button 31c has been operated is input, the setting change key may not be returned from the position rotated by 90 degrees, or the setting confirmation button 31c may be operated. Is not input, but when the setting change key is returned from the position where the setting change key is rotated 90 degrees to the original position, it may be determined that the setting value fixing operation has been performed.

(Step S11-11)
In step S11-11, the main CPU 101 stores the set value in the area 1 of the main RAM 103. As a result, the changed set value is stored, and subsequent games are performed based on the stored set value. Then, when the set value is stored in the area 1 of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S11-12.

(Step S11-12)
In step S11-12, the main CPU 101 turns off the display 104. That is, the setting value displayed on the display unit 104 in step S11-9 is not displayed. When the display 104 is not displayed, the process proceeds to step S11-13.

(Step S11-13)
In step S11-13, the main CPU 101 sets the information (set value information command) related to the set value stored in the main RAM 103 in step S11-11 in the above-described command transmission area. For example, when the set value “1” is stored in the main RAM 103 in step S11-11, a command indicating the information of the set value “1” is set, and when the set value “2” is stored, the set value “2” is set. Is set, and when the set value “3” is stored, a command indicating the information of the set value “3” is set. Then, the command set in the command transmission area is transmitted to the effect control board 200 in a command transmission process of a main control board timer interrupt process described later. Then, when a command indicating the information of the set value is set, the process proceeds to step S18 of the main control board main process.

(About main control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the main control board timer interrupt processing performed in the main control board 100. This process is a process that is executed by periodically (for example, every 4 ms) interrupting the above-described main control board main process.

(Step S101)
In step S101, the main CPU 101 saves the information stored in the register. When the information stored in the register is saved, the process proceeds to step S102.

(Step S102)
In step S102, the main CPU 101 performs a time management process for updating a timer (for example, opening time of the special winning opening 24 or the like) used in the game. When the timer used in the game is updated, the process proceeds to step S103.

(Step S103)
In step S103, the main CPU 101 updates an initial value random number such as a hit determination random number, a special symbol determination random number, and a variation pattern determination random number. Then, when the various random number update processing ends, the processing moves to step S104.

(Step S104)
In step S104, the main CPU 101 detects an input from each SW shown in FIG. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When an input from each SW is detected, the process proceeds to step S105.

(Step S105)
In step S105, the main CPU 101 performs a process related to a special symbol. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the processing related to the special symbol is completed, the processing shifts to step S106.

(Step S106)
In step S106, the main CPU 101 performs a process related to a normal symbol. For example, when a game ball has passed through the gate member 20, "normal symbol hit determination processing" is performed, and a normal symbol is determined, and a process of determining a fluctuation time of the normal symbol is performed. Then, when the processing related to the ordinary symbol is completed, the processing shifts to step S107.

(Step S107)
In step S107, the main CPU 101 performs a process related to payout of the game ball. For example, when a winning of a game ball is detected in the input SW detection processing of step S104, a command transmission area is transmitted to the payout control board 300 to transmit a payout command signal to pay out a corresponding prize ball. And a payout completion signal is received from the payout control board 300. When the processing related to the payout of the game balls is completed, the processing shifts to step S108.

(Step S108)
In step S108, the main CPU 101 performs a process of transmitting various commands to the effect control board 200. For example, in the processing, the main CPU 101 checks whether a command is set in the command transmission area, and if a command is set, the set command is transmitted to the effect control board 200 and the payout control board 300. Send to. In addition, the command transmitted to the effect control board 200 in the process includes a command indicating information of the above-described setting value, a command set in a flowchart described later, and the like. In addition, the command transmitted to the payout control board 300 in the process includes the above-described payout command signal and the like. Then, when the command transmission processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S109.

(Step S109)
In step S109, the main CPU 101 controls the display of the special symbol (variable display) on the first special symbol display 27a in the case of the “symbol changing game” based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21. If the game is a “symbol variation game” based on the game ball having entered the second starting port 22, the special symbol display control (variation display and (Fixed display). In addition, based on the fact that a game ball has entered each starting opening and that the “symbol changing game” at each starting opening has ended, a first special symbol holding display 27c or a second special symbol holding indicator is provided. The display control of the display 27d is also performed. Then, when the display control of the special symbol is completed, the process proceeds to step S110.

(Step S110)
In step S110, the main CPU 101 performs display control (variable display and fixed display) of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 27e. In addition, based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 and that the “ordinary symbol variation game” has ended, the display control of the ordinary symbol hold display 27f is also performed. Then, when the display control of the ordinary symbols is completed, the process proceeds to step S111.

(Step S111)
In step S111, the main CPU 101 performs a game performance information management process. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the game performance information management process ends, the process moves to a step S112.

(Step S112)
In step S112, the main CPU 101 restores the information saved in step S101 to the register. When the saved information is returned to the register, the main control board timer interrupt processing ends.

(About input SW detection processing)
FIG. 13 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt processing) showing the input SW detection processing performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S104-1)
In step S104-1, the main CPU 101 performs a process at the time of detecting the first starting port. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the process at the time of the first opening detection, the process proceeds to step S104-2.

(Step S104-2)
In step S104-2, the main CPU 101 performs a process at the time of detecting the second starting port. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the process at the time of detection of the second opening is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-3.

(Step S104-3)
In step S104-3, the main CPU 101 performs a normal winning opening detection process. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the normal winning opening detection process ends, the process moves to step S104-4.

(Step S104-4)
In step S104-4, the main CPU 101 causes the payout control board 300 to pay out "10" game balls as prize balls when the information that the game balls are hit is input from the special winning opening detection SW 24a. Then, the processing of setting the payout command signal in the command transmission area described above is performed. In addition, in order to notify, by using the image display device 26 or the like, that a game ball has entered the special winning opening 24, a special winning entrance detection signal is set in the command transmission area described above. The notification using the image display device 26 or the like means that, for example, when game balls exceeding 10 balls per round are detected by the special winning opening detection SW 24a (also referred to as over-winning), the effect is notified by the image display device 26. Display and notification by sound from the speaker 10 can be given. Then, when the processing at the time of the special winning opening detection is completed, the processing shifts to step S104-5.

(Step S104-5)
In step S104-5, the main CPU 101 inputs the information that the passing of the game ball has been detected from the gate detection SW 20a, and when the number of suspensions of the “ordinary symbol change game” is less than “4”, By adding "1" to the number of holds of the "symbol variation game", a random number value used for the "normal symbol hit determination process" is acquired and stored in the "symbol variation game" reserved storage area provided in the main RAM 103. . In addition, in order to perform an effect corresponding to the passing of the game ball through the gate member 20, a process of setting the gate passing command in the command transmission area described above is performed. When the passage gate detection process ends, the process moves to step S104-6.

(Step S104-6)
In step S104-6, the main CPU 101 performs a process in a case where information indicating that a game ball has been entered is input from the out detection SW 25a. Then, when the out-mouth detection process ends, the process moves to step S104-7.

(Step S104-7)
In step S104-7, the main CPU 101 performs a frame opening detection process. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the processing at the time of detection of the opening of the frame is completed, the processing shifts to step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(About the process at the time of detecting the first opening)
FIG. 14 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S104-1 of the input SW detection process) illustrating the first startup port detection process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S104-1-1)
In step S104-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not information for detecting the entry of a game ball has been input from the first starting port detection SW 21a. If the information that the game ball has been entered is detected from the first opening detection SW 21a, the process proceeds to step S104-1-2, and the game ball is detected from the first opening detection SW 21a. If the input information is not input, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input SW detection process.

(Step S104-1-2)
In step S104-1-2, the main CPU 101 executes the above-described command transmission area to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out three game balls as prize balls in response to the game balls having entered the first starting port 21. To set the prize ball command. Then, when the award ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-1-3.

(Step S104-1-3)
In step S104-1-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the above-described “fourth storage area” has been stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of holdings of the “symbol change game” in the first starting port 21 is “4”. Then, if the data has been stored up to the "fourth storage area", the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input SW detection processing, and if the data has not been stored up to the "fourth storage area", the processing proceeds to step S104-1-1. The processing shifts to Step 4.

(Step S104-1-4)
In step S104-1-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number for hit determination. The random number value acquired in the process is used in a winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and a special symbol change start process (see FIG. 19) described later. When the random number for collision determination is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-5.

  The acquisition of the random number for collision determination may be performed before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that up to the "fourth storage area" is stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-5)
In step S104-1-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol. The random number value acquired in the process is used in a winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and a special symbol change start process (see FIG. 19) described later. Then, when the special symbol determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-6.

  Note that the acquisition of the special symbol determination random value may be performed before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that up to the "fourth storage area" is stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-6)
In step S104-1-6, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random number value acquired in the process is used in a winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and a special symbol change start process (see FIG. 19) described later. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-7.

  Note that the acquisition of the random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern may be performed before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that up to the "fourth storage area" is stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-7)
In step S104-1-7, the main CPU 101 stores the random number for hit determination, the random number for determining a special symbol, and the random number for determining a special symbol variation pattern in an empty storage area. For example, if the “third storage area” is stored and the “fourth storage area” is empty, each random number value is stored in the “fourth storage area”. Then, when each random number value is stored in the empty storage area, the process proceeds to step S104-1-8.

(Step S104-1-8)
In step S104-1-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. This prize-winning determination processing is to determine whether or not the random number value acquired in step S104-1-4 is a win before the special symbol hit determination processing in the special symbol change start processing (see FIG. 19). Processing. Thus, for example, when the hit determination random number value stored in the “fourth storage area” in step S104-1-7 is a hit, a notice effect (“prefetch effect” described later) is performed across a plurality of variations. Can be performed. Then, when the prize-winning determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-1-9.

(Step S104-1-9)
In step S104-1-9, the main CPU 101 sets the first starting opening winning command in the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit the first starting opening winning command to the effect control board 200. The first start port winning command also includes information on the determination result of the winning time determination processing in step S104-1-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command to determine the winning time. It is possible to recognize whether the determination result of the process is a hit or a loss. When the first starting port winning command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input SW detection process.

(About the process at the time of detecting the second starting port)
FIG. 15 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S104-2 of the input SW detection process) showing the second startup port detection process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S104-2-1)
In step S104-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not information on detecting the entry of a game ball has been input from the second starting port detection SW 22a. When the information that the game ball has been entered is input from the second start port detection SW 22a, the process proceeds to step S104-2-2, and the game ball is detected from the second start port detection SW 22a. If the input information is not input, the process proceeds to step S104-3 of the input SW detection process.

(Step S104-2-2)
In step S104-2-2, the main CPU 101 sets the command transmission area described above in order to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out two game balls as prize balls for the game balls having entered the second starting port 22. To set the prize ball command. Then, when the award ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-2-3.

(Step S104-2-3)
In step S104-2-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the above-described “fourth storage area” has been stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of holdings of the “symbol variation game” in the second starting port 22 is “4”. Then, if the data is stored up to the “fourth storage area”, the process proceeds to step S104-3 of the input SW detection processing, and if the data is not stored up to the “fourth storage area”, the processing proceeds to step S104-2-. The processing shifts to Step 4.

(Step S104-2-4)
In step S104-2-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number for hit determination. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in a prize winning determination process (step S104-2-8) and a special symbol change start process (see FIG. 19) described later. When the random number for hit determination is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-2-5.

  Note that the acquisition of the random number for hit determination may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-2-3 that up to the “fourth storage area” has been stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-2-5)
In step S104-2-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in a prize winning determination process (step S104-2-8) and a special symbol change start process (see FIG. 19) described later. Then, when the special symbol determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-2-6.

  Note that the acquisition of the special symbol determination random value may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-2-3 that up to the “fourth storage area” has been stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-2-6)
In step S104-2-6, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in a prize winning determination process (step S104-2-8) and a special symbol change start process (see FIG. 19) described later. When the special symbol variation pattern determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-2-7.

  Note that the acquisition of the random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-2-3 that up to the “fourth storage area” has been stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-2-7)
In step S104-2-7, the main CPU 101 stores the random number for hit determination, the random number for determining a special symbol, and the random number for determining a special symbol variation pattern in an empty storage area. For example, if the “third storage area” is stored and the “fourth storage area” is empty, each random number value is stored in the “fourth storage area”. Then, when each random number value is stored in the empty storage area, the process proceeds to step S104-2-8.

(Step S104-2-8)
In step S104-2-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. The prize-winning determination process is to determine whether the random number value acquired in step S104-2-4 is a win before the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol change start process (see FIG. 19). Processing. Thus, for example, when the hit determination random number value stored in the “fourth storage area” in step S104-2-7 is a hit, a notice effect (“prefetch effect” described later) is performed across a plurality of variations. Can be performed. When the prize-winning determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-2-9.

(Step S104-2-9)
In step S104-2-9, the main CPU 101 sets the second starting opening winning command in the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit the second starting opening winning command to the effect control board 200. The second start opening winning command also includes information on the determination result of the winning determination process in step S104-2-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command to determine the winning determination. It is possible to recognize whether the determination result of the process is a hit or a loss. When the second starting port winning command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-3 of the input SW detection process.

(About normal winning opening detection process)
FIG. 16 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S104-3 of the input SW detection processing) showing the processing at the time of the normal winning opening detection performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S104-3-1)
In step S104-3-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not information for detecting the entry of a game ball has been input from the normal winning opening detection SW 23a. Then, when the information of detecting the entry of the game ball is input from the normal winning opening detection SW 23a, the process proceeds to step S104-3-2, and the information of detecting the entering of the game ball from the normal winning opening detection SW 23a. Is not input, the process proceeds to step S104-4 of the input SW detection process.

(Step S104-3-2)
In step S104-3-2, the main CPU 101 sets the command transmission area described above in order to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out eight game balls as prize balls in response to the game balls having entered the normal winning opening 23. Set the prize ball command. When the prize ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-4 of the input SW detection process.

(About processing when frame opening is detected)
FIG. 17 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S104-7 of the input SW detection processing) showing the processing at the time of frame opening detection performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S104-7-1)
In step S104-7-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is OFF. The determination method is the same as the method described in the main control board main processing described above. If the frame open detection SW is OFF (open state), the process proceeds to step S104-7-2. If the frame open detection SW is not OFF (closed state), step S104 is performed. The process shifts to -7-3.

(Step S104-7-2)
In step S104-7-2, the main CPU 101 sets “door open” information (door open notification command) in a command transmission area provided in an output port of the main control board 100. Note that the processing contents are the same as the processing in the main control board main processing described above, and therefore, the description thereof is omitted. Then, when the information of "door open" is set, the process proceeds to step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S104-7-3)
In step S104-7-3, the main CPU 101 sets the information of “door closing” (door closing command) in a command transmission area provided in the output port of the main control board 100. Note that the “door closing command” is a command indicating that the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are in a closed state. It can be recognized that it is in the closed state (relative to the outer frame 2). An effect or the like by receiving the command is not performed. Then, when the information of "door closed" is set, the process proceeds to step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(About special design related processing)
FIG. 18 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt processing) showing the special symbol-related processing performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S105-1)
In step S105-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a flag indicating stop is stored in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. For example, when starting the change of the special symbol, the main CPU 101 sets a value “1” indicating the change in the special symbol state flag storage area (step S105-2-13 in FIG. 19 described later), and When stopping the fluctuation of the symbol, a value "0" indicating that the symbol is stopped is set in the special symbol state flag storage area (step S105-4-3 in FIG. 20 described later). In addition, after setting the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped, if the winning is determined, the value "2" indicating the winning game is set. If the value “0” indicating the stop is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2, and if the value “0” indicating the stop is not set, the process proceeds to step S105-3. Migrate.

(Step S105-2)
In step S105-2, the main CPU 101 performs a special symbol change start process shown in FIG. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the special symbol change start process is completed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-3)
In step S105-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a flag indicating a change is stored in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. If the value “1” indicating the change is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4. If the value “1” indicating the change is not set, the process proceeds to step S105-5. Migrate.

(Step S105-4)
In step S105-4, the main CPU 101 performs the special symbol change processing shown in FIG. The processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the special symbol changing process is completed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5)
In step S105-5, when the main CPU 101 determines that the value “0” indicating that the game is stopped is not set, and that the value “1” indicating that the game is changing is not set, the main CPU 101 Is determined to be set, and the hit game process shown in FIG. 21 is performed. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the winning game processing is completed, the special symbol related processing is completed, and the processing shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(About processing at the start of special symbol change)
FIG. 19 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S105-2 of the special symbol-related process) showing the special symbol change start process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S105-2-1)
In step S105-2-1, the main CPU 101 sets the “first storage area” to the “fourth storage area” in the “symbol variation game” holding storage area corresponding to the second starting port 22 provided in the main RAM 103. Is determined to be in a state where it is not held in any of the above. If the number of holds corresponding to the second start-up port 22 is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S105-2-2, and the number of holds corresponding to the second start-up port 22 is “0”. If there is, the process proceeds to step S105-2-4.

(Step S105-2-2)
In step S105-2-2, the main CPU 101 subtracts “1” from the number of suspensions of the second starting port 22. As described above, regarding the subtraction, as described in the above section “About the second starting port 22”, after sliding the determination information (random number value) of “the relevant storage area” to “the fourth storage area”, “ Emptying the storage area of "1" corresponds to this. Along with this, the display of the second special symbol holding display 27d also changes to a display mode (“blinking” to “lighting” or “lighting” to “off”) according to the number of holdings. Then, after subtracting “1” from the number of suspensions of the second starting port 22, the process proceeds to step S105-2-3.

(Step S105-2-3)
In step S105-2-3, the main CPU 101 sets the second start port subtraction command in the above-described command transmission area in order to subtractively display the reserved ball image and the like on the image display device 26. Then, when the second starting port subtraction command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-8.

(Step S105-2-4)
In step S105-2-4, the main CPU 101 sets the “first storage area” to the “fourth storage area” in the “symbol change game” holding storage area corresponding to the first starting port 21 provided in the main RAM 103. Is determined to be in a state where it is not held in any of the above. If the number of holds corresponding to the first startup port 21 is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S105-2-5, and the number of holds corresponding to the first startup port 21 is “0”. If there is, the process proceeds to step S105-2-6.

(Step S105-2-5)
In step S105-2-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts “1” from the number of suspensions of the first startup port 21. As for the subtraction, as described in the above section "About the first opening 21", after sliding the determination information (random number value) of the "the relevant storage area" to the "fourth storage area", the " Emptying the storage area of "1" corresponds to this. Along with this, the display of the first special symbol holding display 27c also changes to a display mode (“blinking” to “lighting” or “lighting” to “off”) according to the number of holdings. Then, when the number of suspensions of the first starting port 21 is subtracted by “1”, the process proceeds to step S105-2-7.

(Step S105-2-6)
In step S105-2-6, if the “symbol change game” is not performed for a predetermined time, the main CPU 101 determines that the player is not playing a game, and changes the model name or the manufacturer name on the image display device 26. To display the demo screen to be displayed, a demo command is set in the command transmission area described above. When the demonstration command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-2-7)
In step S105-2-7, the main CPU 101 sets the first start port subtraction command in the above-described command transmission area in order to subtractively display the reserved ball image and the like on the image display device 26. When the first starting port subtraction command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-8.

(Step S105-2-8)
In step S105-2-8, the main CPU 101 uses the determination information (random number value) acquired and stored in the process at the time of the second opening detection when performing the process by subtracting the second opening retention. On the other hand, in the case of performing the processing by subtracting the first opening of the opening, the determination information (random number) is determined by using the determination information (random number) acquired and stored in the first opening detection processing. It is determined whether it is information (random number value). For example, in the special symbol hit determination table in FIG. 5, if the set value is "1", there are "2" hit random numbers and "598" lost random numbers. In this processing, it is determined whether the obtained and stored determination information (random number value) corresponds to any of the “2” winning random numbers. Then, if it corresponds, it is determined to be “hit”, and if it corresponds to any one of “598” of random numbers of loss, it is determined to be “loss”. Then, when the special symbol hit determination processing ends, the processing shifts to step S105-2-9. Note that the following steps S105-2-9 to S105-2-12 are processed based on the determination result (whether a hit or a loss) of step S105-2-8.

  In performing the special symbol hit determination process, the set values stored in the main RAM 103 in step S11-11 of FIG. 11 are read, and a special symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 5) corresponding to the read set values is read. The special symbol hit determination process may be performed by reading the special symbol hit determination process. Alternatively, after storing the set values in the main RAM 103 in step S11-11 of FIG. 11, a special symbol hit determination table corresponding to the stored set values (FIG. ) Is stored in the main RAM 103, and in the special symbol hit determination process, the special symbol hit determination process is performed using the special symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 5) stored in the main RAM 103. Good.

(Step S105-2-9)
In step S105-2-9, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol to be definitely displayed on the first special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b as the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process”. For example, a special symbol hit determination process is performed by subtracting the second starting port hold, and when it is determined that a hit has occurred, (2) the table for the second starting port 22 in FIG. And a special symbol is determined by using the above. The first symbol opening hold is subtracted to perform a special symbol hit determination process. If it is determined that a hit has occurred, a table for (1) the first opening 21 in FIG. A special symbol is determined using the above-described random numbers for determining a special symbol. In addition, when it is determined that a loss has occurred, a special design of the loss is similarly determined. Then, when the special symbol is determined, the process proceeds to step S105-2-10.

(Step S105-2-10)
In step S105-2-10, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol change pattern in the "symbol change game". For example, when a loss is determined in the “normal gaming state”, one of the variation patterns is determined from “variation pattern 1” to “variation pattern 5”, and it is determined to be a hit in the “normal gaming state”. In this case, one of the variation patterns is determined from “variation pattern 6” to “variation pattern 11”, and if a loss is determined in the “time saving game state” or the “probable variation game state”, the “variation pattern 12” "Variation pattern 15" to "variation pattern 17". If any of the variation patterns is determined from the "time reduction game state" and the "probable variation game state", it is determined that a hit has occurred. One of the fluctuation patterns is determined from. Then, when the change pattern of the special symbol is determined, the process proceeds to step S105-2-11.

(Step S105-2-11)
In step S105-2-11, the main CPU 101 sets the command indicating the special symbol determined in step S105-2-9 in the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit the command to the effect control board 200. For example, when "special symbol A" is determined in step S105-2-9, a symbol designating command indicating "special symbol A" is transmitted. Then, when the symbol designating command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-12.

(Step S105-2-12)
In step S105-2-12, the main CPU 101 sets a command indicating the special symbol variation pattern determined in step S105-2-10 in the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit the command to the effect control board 200. . For example, when “variation pattern 9” is determined in step S105-2-10, a special symbol variation pattern designation command indicating “variation pattern 9” is transmitted. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-13.

(Step S105-2-13)
In step S105-2-13, the main CPU 101 sets a value “1” indicating a change in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is changing. In addition, although not shown, in the process, a timer relating to a variation time corresponding to the determined special symbol variation pattern is set in the main RAM 103, and counting is started. Then, when a value “1” indicating a change is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

  As described above with reference to FIG. 19, in the present embodiment, in step S <b> 105-2-1, if the second starting port 22 is held, the special symbol hit determination processing is given priority over the first starting port 21. To be executed. This is because, as described above, it is advantageous for the player that the hit game is given based on the ball entering the second starting port 22, and the player is not disadvantaged. Consideration. In the present embodiment, the second starting port 22 is prioritized, but the special symbol hit determination process is executed in the order in which the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22 are entered. You may do so.

  Further, in FIG. 19 described above, only the determination of “hit” or “loss” is performed, but if it is determined that it is not “hit”, it is a “small hit” different from the hit game. It may be determined whether or not. Then, when it is determined that it is a "small hit", a "small hit game" is given, and the big winning opening 24 is controlled in the opening / closing mode and the number of times of opening which are more disadvantageous for the player than the "hit game". It may be.

(About processing during special symbol change)
FIG. 20 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S105-4 of the special symbol-related process) showing the special symbol changing process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S105-4-1)
In step S105-4-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the timer related to the fluctuation time set in the main RAM 103 has elapsed. For example, when “variation pattern 8” is determined and “50S” is set in the timer, it is determined whether or not “50S” has elapsed. Note that the timing for determining that the timer has elapsed may be moved forward in order to transmit a later-described symbol stop command to the effect control board 200. For example, in the case of “fluctuation pattern 8”, the point in time at which “49S” has elapsed may be the timing for determining that the timer has elapsed. By doing so, the timing at which the special symbol is definitely displayed on the first special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b and the timing at which the decorative symbol is finally displayed on the image display device 26 are significantly shifted. Can be prevented. If the special symbol change time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-4-2. If the special symbol change time has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Migrate.

(Step S105-4-2)
In step S105-4-2, the main CPU 101 transmits the above-described command transmission area to the effect control board 200 to transmit a symbol stop command for stopping the decorative symbol variably displayed on the image display device 26. Set to. When the symbol stop command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-3.

(Step S105-4-3)
In step S105-4-3, the main CPU 101 sets a value “0” indicating stop in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. This makes it possible to recognize that the special symbol is stopped. Then, when the value “0” indicating stop is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process proceeds to step S105-4-4.

(Step S105-4-4)
In step S105-4-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a value is set in the time saving counter provided in the main RAM 103. The value of this time saving counter is set in step S105-5-21 of the hit game process (see FIG. 21) described later. If a value has been set in the time reduction counter, the process proceeds to step S105-4-5. If a value has not been set in the time reduction counter, the process proceeds to step S105-4-9. I do.

(Step S105-4-5)
In step S105-4-5, the main CPU 101 decrements the value of the time reduction counter ("1" is subtracted). Then, when the value of the time reduction counter is subtracted ("1" is subtracted), the process proceeds to step S105-4-6.

(Step S105-4-6)
In step S105-4-6, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the time saving counter after subtraction is “0”. If the value of the time-saving counter after subtraction is “0”, the process proceeds to step S105-4-7, and if the value of the time-saving counter after subtraction is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S105. The process shifts to -4-9.

(Step S105-4-7)
In step S105-4-7, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the normal gaming state. For example, in the main RAM 103, a game state storage area is provided, and “0” is stored in a normal game state, “1” is stored in a time saving game state, and a probable change game state is provided. Is stored as "2". Therefore, in this process, “0” is set in the gaming state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when “0” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-4-8.

(Step S105-4-8)
In step S105-4-8, the main CPU 101 sets the game state command indicating the normal game state to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. Then, when the game state command indicating the normal game state is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-9.

(Step S105-4-9)
In step S105-4-9, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the result of the “special symbol hit determination process” in step S105-2-8 in FIG. 19 is “hit”. When the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “win”, the process proceeds to step S105-4-10, and when the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is not “hit”, The process moves to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-4-10)
In step S105-4-10, the main CPU 101 sets a value “2” indicating a winning game in a special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is stopped and that it is a winning game. Then, when the value “2” indicating the winning game is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11.

(Step S105-4-11)
In step S105-4-11, the main CPU 101 shifts to an opening for notifying that a winning game has been started. For example, in the winning game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103, the state of the winning game is stored. If the opening is set to "0", if the special winning opening 24 is open. "1" is set, "2" is set for the interval between rounds, and "3" is set for the ending. Then, when “0” indicating the opening is set in the hit gaming state storage area, the process proceeds to step S105-4-12.

(Step S105-4-12)
In step S105-4-12, the main CPU 101 sets an opening command for executing an effect corresponding to the opening of the winning game to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. Then, when the opening command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-13.

(Step S105-4-13)
In step S105-4-13, the main CPU 101 sets a time (for example, “10S”) corresponding to the opening of the winning game in a counter of the main RAM 103. When the time corresponding to the opening is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(About winning game processing)
FIG. 21 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-5 of the special symbol-related process) showing the hit game process performed on the main control board 100.

(Step S105-5-1)
In step S105-5-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the opening is in progress. It is determined whether or not “0” indicating the opening is set in the hit gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above. When the special winning opening is opened in step S105-5-3 described later, the value of the hit gaming state storage area changes from "0" to "1". When the opening is being performed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-2, and when the opening is not being performed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-5.

(Step S105-5-2)
In step S105-5-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the time (for example, “10S”) corresponding to the opening set in step S105-4-13 in FIG. 20 described above has elapsed. If the time corresponding to the opening has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-3. If the time corresponding to the opening has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Migrate.

(Step S105-5-3)
In step S105-5-3, the main CPU 101 drives the special winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b to open the special winning opening 24. Thus, the first round of the winning game is started. In this process, the value of the hit gaming state storage area is changed from “0” to “1”. Then, when the special winning opening 24 is opened, the process proceeds to step S105-5-4. The main CPU 101 drives and controls the special winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b based on the number of rounds provided for the special symbol determined in the special symbol determination process. For example, when the "special symbol A" is determined, the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b is drive-controlled for "10" rounds, and when the "special symbol B" is determined, the special winning opening is determined for "5" rounds. The drive of the opening / closing solenoid 24b is controlled.

(Step S105-5-4)
In step S105-5-4, the main CPU 101 sets the round command for causing the effect corresponding to the winning game round to be executed to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. When the round command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-5)
In step S105-5-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special winning opening is being opened. It is determined whether or not “1” indicating that the special winning opening is being opened is set in the hit gaming state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above. When the special winning opening is being opened, the process proceeds to step S105-5-6, and when the special winning opening is not being opened, the process proceeds to step S105-5-9.

(Step S105-5-6)
In step S105-5-6, the main CPU 101 determines whether the special winning opening 24 has been opened and 29.5S has elapsed without the 10 winning balls being detected by the special winning opening detection SW 24a, or the special winning opening detection. It is determined whether or not any of the 10 winning balls has been detected by the SW 24a, or any of the special winning opening closing conditions. If the special winning opening closing condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S105-5-7. If the special winning opening closing condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Migrate.

(Step S105-5-7)
In step S105-5-7, the main CPU 101 shifts to an interval between rounds which constitutes a period from when the special winning opening 24 is closed to when it is next opened. In this process, the value of the hit gaming state storage area is changed from “1” to “2”. Then, when “2” indicating the interval between rounds is set in the hit gaming state storage area, the process proceeds to step S105-5-8.

(Step S105-5-8)
In step S105-5-8, the main CPU 101 sets the inter-round interval command for executing the effect corresponding to the inter-round interval to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. Then, when the interval command between rounds is set, the processing shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Step S105-5-9)
In step S105-5-9, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not an interval is between rounds. It is determined whether or not “2” indicating the interval between rounds is set in the hit game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103 described above. If it is during the interval between rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-10. If it is not during the interval between rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-16.

(Step S105-5-10)
In step S105-5-10, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the last round has ended. For example, as a result of updating (incrementing or decrementing) the number of rounds in step S105-5-13 to be described later, if the remaining number of rounds is “0”, it is determined that the last round has ended in the processing. If it is the end of the last round, the process proceeds to step S105-5-11, and if it is not the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S105-5-13.

(Step S105-5-11)
In step S105-5-11, the main CPU 101 causes the ending to notify that the winning game has ended. In this processing, the value of the hit game state storage area is changed from “2” to “3”. Further, a time corresponding to the ending of the winning game (for example, “10S”) is set in a counter of the main RAM 103. Then, when “3” indicating the ending is set in the hit gaming state storage area, the process proceeds to step S105-5-12.

(Step S105-5-12)
In step S105-5-12, the main CPU 101 sets an ending command for executing an effect corresponding to the ending of the winning game to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. When the ending command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-13)
In step S105-5-13, the main CPU 101 updates the value of the round number counter of the main RAM 103. The updating method may be increment or decrement. For example, when “per 10 rounds” is given, “10” may be set in the round number counter of the main RAM 103 and decremented by 1 each time one round is digested. Instead of setting "10" in the counter, one may be incremented each time one round is digested. When the number of rounds is updated, the process proceeds to step S105-5-14.

(Step S105-5-14)
In step S105-5-14, the main CPU 101 drives the special winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b to open the special winning opening 24. In this process, the value of the hit game state storage area is changed from “2” to “1”. When the special winning opening 24 is opened, the process proceeds to step S105-5-15.

(Step S105-5-15)
In step S105-5-15, the main CPU 101 sets the round command for executing the effect corresponding to the winning game round to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. When the round command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-16)
In step S105-5-16, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the time (for example, “10S”) corresponding to the ending set in step S105-5-11 has elapsed. If the time corresponding to the ending has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-17. If the time corresponding to the ending has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. The processing shifts to.

(Step S105-5-17)
In step S105-5-17, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol is one of “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, and “special symbol E”. That is, it is determined whether or not the symbol determined in the “special symbol determination process” is any of “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, and “special symbol E”. If the special symbol is any one of “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, and “special symbol E”, the process proceeds to step S105-5-18, and the special symbol is “special symbol A”. If it is neither “Special symbol B” nor “Special symbol E”, the process proceeds to step S105-5-20.

(Step S105-5-18)
In step S105-5-18, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the surely changing gaming state. Therefore, in this process, “2” is set in the gaming state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when “2” is set in the gaming state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-19. In the present embodiment, the number of times until the next winning game is awarded is set to the infinitely variable game state. However, the number of times may be set to a finite certainly variable game state. For example, "10000" times may be set as the upper limit of the probability change game state.

(Step S105-5-19)
In step S105-5-19, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state command indicating the certainty-variable gaming state to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. When a game state command indicating that the game state is the probable change game state is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-20)
In step S105-5-20, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to a time-saving gaming state. Therefore, in this process, “1” is set in the gaming state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when “1” is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-21.

(Step S105-5-21)
In step S105-5-21, the main CPU 101 sets “100” in the time saving counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, "100" time-saving gaming states start from the next fluctuation. Then, when "100" is set in the time saving counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-22.

(Step S105-5-22)
In step S105-5-22, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state command indicating the time-saving gaming state to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. Then, when a game state command indicating a time-saving game state is set, the processing shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(About game performance information management processing)
FIG. 22 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S111 of the main control board timer interrupt processing) showing the game performance information management processing performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S111-1)
In step S111-1, the main CPU 101 performs the input processing shown in FIG. The processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the input processing is completed, the process proceeds to step S111-2.

(Step S111-2)
In step S111-2, the main CPU 101 performs a calculation process shown in FIG. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the calculation process ends, the process moves to step S111-3.

(Step S111-3)
In step S111-3, the main CPU 101 performs the display processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the display processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(About input processing)
FIG. 23 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S111-1 of the game performance information management process) showing an input-related process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S111-1-1)
In step S111-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the gaming state storage area is “0”. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 and determines whether “0” (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. As a result, if “0” (normal gaming state) is set in the gaming state storage area, the process proceeds to step S111-1-2, and “0” (normal gaming state) is stored in the gaming state storage area. If it is not set, the process moves to step S111-2 of the game performance information management process.

  In step S111-1-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the gaming state storage area is “0”. However, the determination processing may be unnecessary. That is, the processing of step S111-1-2 and subsequent steps may be executed in a state other than the normal game state (hit game, time-saving game state, probable change game state).

(Step S111-1-2)
In step S111-1-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the out detection SW 25a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the out detection SW 25a detects the entry of a game ball, and whether information indicating that the entry of a game ball has been detected is input from the out detection SW 25a. As a result, if information indicating that a game ball has been detected is input from the out detection SW 25a, the process proceeds to step S111-1-3, and the game ball is detected from the out detection SW 25a. If the information indicating that the operation has been performed has not been input, the process proceeds to step S111-1-12.

  In step S111-1-2, it may be directly confirmed whether information indicating that a game ball has been detected is input from the out detection SW 25a, or step S104 of the input SW detection process. At -6, when the game detection ball is detected by the out detection SW 25a, the entry flag is set to ON. In the process, when it is confirmed that the entry flag is ON, the out detection SW 25a is set to ON. It may be determined that it is ON.

(Step S111-1-3)
In step S111-1-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the current section is the section A. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the section management area (area 3 or area 4) of the main RAM 103 and determines whether the current section is the section A (value “0”). As a result, when the current section is the section A, the process proceeds to step S111-1-4, and when the current section is not the section A, the process proceeds to step S111-1-8.

(Step S111-1-4)
In step S111-1-4, the main CPU 101 updates the normal medium out counter. Here, in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103, a normal medium out counter is provided. The normal-medium out counter is configured to count up (accumulatively) when the out detection SW 25a detects the entry of a game ball in the normal game state. The number of outs in the normal game state is determined by the normal-medium out counter. Can be grasped. That is, if it is determined in step S111-1-2 that an out ball has been detected, the normal medium out counter is updated in the process. Then, when the normal mid-out counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S111-1-5.

(Step S111-1-5)
In step S111-1-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the normal medium out counter is “300”. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether the value of the normal middle out counter is “300” with reference to the normal middle out counter. As a result, when the value of the normal out counter is “300”, the process proceeds to step S111-1-6, and when the value of the normal out counter is not “300”, the game performance information management process The process moves to step S111-2.

(Step S111-1-6)
In step S111-1-6, the main CPU 101 temporarily resets the value of the normal middle out counter (sets the value to “0”), and thereafter, increases the value of the normal middle out counter by “+1”. That is, since the main CPU 101 changes to the section B from step S111-1-7 described later, the main CPU 101 once resets the normal medium out counter counted in the section A, and then sets the “300” th out ball to the 1st in the section B. Count up as the out ball. Then, the value of the normal middle out counter is reset once (the value is set to “0”), and then, when the value of the normal middle out counter is set to “+1”, the process proceeds to step S111-1-7.

  In step S111-1-6, the value of the normal out counter is temporarily reset (the value is set to "0"). However, the count may be continuously increased without resetting. .

(Step S111-1-7)
In step S111-1-7, the main CPU 101 performs a section change process. That is, the main CPU 101 changes the current section from the section A to the section B by changing the value of the section management area from “0” to “1”. Then, when the current section is changed from the section A to the section B, the processing shifts to step S111-2 of the game performance information management processing.

(Step S111-1-8)
In step S111-1-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. The determination method is the same as the method described in the main control board main processing described above. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed), the process proceeds to step S111-1-9. If the frame open detection SW is not ON (open), step S111. The process moves to -1-12.

(Step S111-1-9)
In step S111-1-9, the main CPU 101 updates the normal out counter. This process is the same as step S111-1-4 described above, and a description thereof will not be repeated. Then, when the normal mid-out counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S111-1-10.

(Step S111-1-10)
In step S111-1-10, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the normal medium out counter is a section change value. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether the value of the normal middle out counter is “60000” with reference to the normal middle out counter. As a result, if the value of the normal medium out counter is “60000”, the process proceeds to step S111-1-11. If the value of the normal medium out counter is not “60000”, the game performance information management process is performed. The process moves to step S111-2.

(Step S111-1-11)
In step S111-1-11, the main CPU 101 changes the section and stores the final value of the game performance information in the section before the change in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103. For example, if the current section is the section B, the value of the section management area is changed to “2” to the section C, and in the section B, the value is calculated immediately before the value of the normal medium out counter reaches “60000”. The game performance information is stored in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103. Thus, for example, in the section C, the last value of the section B can be displayed in the past section (1). Then, when the section is changed and the final value of the game performance information in the section before the change is stored in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S111-2 of the game performance information management processing.

(Step S111-1-12)
In step S111-1-12, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the first starting port detection SW 21a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the first starting port detection SW 21a detects the entry of a game ball, and whether information indicating that the first starting port detection SW 21a has detected the entry of a game ball is input. As a result, if information indicating that a game ball has been detected is input from the first starting port detection SW 21a, the process proceeds to step S111-1-13, and the game is received from the first starting port detection SW 21a. If the information indicating that the ball has been detected has not been input, the process proceeds to step S111-1-15.

  In step S111-1-12, it may be directly confirmed whether information indicating that a game ball has been detected is input from the first starting port detection SW 21a, or an input SW detection process may be performed. In step S104-1, when the game ball is detected from the first starting port detection SW 21a, the ball entry flag is set to ON, and in the process, it is confirmed that the ball entry flag is ON. Alternatively, it may be determined that the first starting port detection SW 21a is ON.

(Step S111-1-13)
In step S111-1-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. The determination method is the same as the method described in the main control board main processing described above. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed), the process proceeds to step S111-1-14. If the frame open detection SW is not ON (open), step S111. The process moves to -1-15.

(Step S111-1-14)
In step S111-1-14, the main CPU 101 updates the normal medium winning award payout counter. Here, in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103, a normal middle prize payout counter is provided. The normal middle prize payout counter is configured to count up (cumulatively) when the first starting port detection SW 21a, the second starting port detection SW 22a, and the normal prize port detection SW 23a detect a game ball entering in a normal game state. The number of prizes to be paid out in the normal gaming state can be grasped by the normal middle prize payout counter. That is, when it is determined that a ball is detected in step S111-1-12, step S111-1-15 described later, and step S111-1-18 described later, the normal medium winning prize payout counter is updated (each prize ball is detected). Updated for a few minutes). Therefore, in the process, “3”, which is the number of prize balls of the first starting port 21a, is counted up. Then, when the normal middle prize payout counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S111-2 of the game performance information management process.

  In the normal gaming state, in the specification in which the game ball does not enter the second starting port 22 (board surface configuration), or in the specification in which the hit determination processing is not performed even if the ball enters, the winning and payout in the normal gaming state is performed. The second starting port 22 may not be included in the number. On the other hand, if it is a specification (board surface configuration) that a game ball enters the second starting port 22 in the normal gaming state, the second starting port 22 may be included in the winning and payout number in the normal gaming state.

(Step S111-1-15)
In step S111-1-15, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the second starting port detection SW 22a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the second starting port detection SW 22a detects the entry of a game ball, and information indicating that the second starting port detection SW 22a has detected the entry of a game ball is input. As a result, if information indicating that a game ball has been detected is input from the second starting port detection SW 22a, the process proceeds to step S111-1-16, and the game is received from the second starting port detection SW 22a. If the information indicating that the ball is detected has not been input, the process proceeds to step S111-1-18.

  In step S111-1-15, it may be directly confirmed whether information indicating that a game ball has been entered is input from the second starting port detection SW 22a, or an input SW detection process may be performed. In step S104-2, when the ball entry of the game ball is detected by the second starting port detection SW 22a, the ball entry flag is set to ON, and in the process, it is confirmed that the ball entry flag is ON. Alternatively, it may be determined that the second starting port detection SW 22a is ON.

(Step S111-1-16)
In step S111-1-16, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. The determination method is the same as the method described in the main control board main processing described above. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed), the process proceeds to step S111-1-17. If the frame open detection SW is not ON (open), step S111 is performed. The process moves to -1-18.

(Step S111-1-17)
In step S111-1-17, the main CPU 101 updates the normal middle winning prize payout counter. Therefore, in the process, “2”, which is the number of prize balls of the second starting port 22a, is counted up. Then, when the normal middle prize payout counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S111-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S111-1-18)
In step S111-1-18, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal winning opening detection SW 23a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal winning opening detection SW 23a detects the entry of a game ball, and information indicating that the normal winning opening detection SW 23a has detected the entry of a game ball is input. As a result, if information indicating that the entry of a game ball has been detected is input from the normal winning opening detection SW 23a, the process proceeds to step S111-1-19, and the game ball is detected from the normal winning opening detection SW 23a. If the information indicating that the incoming ball has been detected is not input, the process proceeds to step S111-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S111-1-19)
In step S111-1-19, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. The determination method is the same as the method described in the main control board main processing described above. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed), the process proceeds to step S111-1-20, and if the frame open detection SW is not ON (open), the game performance is determined. The process moves to step S111-2 of the information management process.

(Step S111-1-20)
In step S111-1-20, the main CPU 101 updates the normal middle winning and payout counter. Therefore, in this process, the number of prize balls of the normal winning opening 23, “8”, is counted up. Then, when the normal middle prize payout counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S111-2 of the game performance information management process.

  As described above, when an out ball is detected (YES in step S111-1-2), various winning ports (hereinafter, the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, and the normal winning port 23 are collectively referred to as various winning ports). Is detected (YES in step S111-1-12, YES in step S111-1-15, YES in step S111-1-18), whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON (Step S111-1-8, step S111-1-13, step S111-1-16, step S111-1-19). In the case of "door open", the normal middle out counter and the normal middle winning and payout counter are not updated (NO in step S111-1-8, NO in step S111-1-13, step S111-1). (NO at -16, NO at step S111-1-19). As a result, for example, after the section B, when the manager opens the glass frame 4 to enter the various winning holes to check the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the like, the game is not performed and the game is not performed. It is possible to exclude the number of winning and payouts, and to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and payouts generated when a game is being played and the number of outs).

  Further, when an out ball is detected in the section A, the normal middle out counter is updated without determining whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. As described above, since the section A is a section in which the calculation of the game performance information is not performed, and is a section in which an operation check or the like by an administrator is performed from the time when the game shop is installed to the time when the shop is opened, It is not necessary to determine whether or not the “door is open”, whereby the processing in the section A can be smoothly performed.

(About calculation system processing)
FIG. 24 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S111-2 of the game performance information management process) showing a calculation system process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S111-2-1)
In step S111-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the gaming state storage area is “0”. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 and determines whether “0” (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. As a result, if “0” (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area, the process proceeds to step S111-2-2, and “0” (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. If it is not set, the process proceeds to step S111-3 of the game performance information management process.

  In step S111-2-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the gaming state storage area is “0”. However, the determination processing may be unnecessary. That is, the processing of step S111-2-2 and subsequent steps may be executed in a state other than the normal gaming state (hitting game, time-saving gaming state, probable changing gaming state).

(Step S111-2-2)
In step S111-2-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the current section is the section A. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the section management area (area 3 or area 4) of the main RAM 103 and determines whether the current section is the section A (value “0”). As a result, when the current section is the section A, the process proceeds to step S111-3 of the game performance information management process, and when the current section is not the section A, the process proceeds to step S111-2-3. Transition. Although illustration is omitted, if the current section is section A, display data (of section A) shown in FIG. 9 is created, and the process proceeds to step S111-3 of the game performance information management process. I do.

(Step S111-2-3)
In step S111-2-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. The determination method is the same as the method described in the main control board main processing described above. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed), the process proceeds to step S111-2-4. If the frame open detection SW is not ON (open), the game performance is performed. The process moves to step S111-3 of the information management process.

(Step S111-2-4)
In step S111-2-4, the main CPU 101 obtains a normal middle winning prize payout counter value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal medium prize and payout counter of the main RAM 103 to acquire the current value of the normal medium prize and payout counter (acquire and store the value in the register). Then, upon acquiring the normal middle winning prize payout counter value, the process proceeds to step S111-2-5.

(Step S111-2-5)
In step S111-2-5, the main CPU 101 acquires the normal medium out counter value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal-time out counter of the main RAM 103 and acquires the current value of the normal-time out counter (obtains and stores the value in the register). Then, when the normal medium out counter value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S111-2-6.

(Step S111-2-6)
In step S111-2-6, the main CPU 101 sets the acquired normal medium winning and payout counter value and the normal medium out counter value as “(number of paid out game balls in the normal game state / number of outs in the normal game state) × 100. To calculate the game performance information. When the game performance information is calculated, the process proceeds to step S111-2-7.

(Step S111-2-7)
In step S111-2-7, the main CPU 101 creates display data in the current section based on the game performance information calculated in step S111-2-6, and stores the display data in the register or the area 3 or the area 4. . Then, when the display data in the current section is created and stored, the process proceeds to step S111-3 of the game performance information management process.

  As described above, when the game is in the normal gaming state and is not in the section A, the game performance information is calculated based on the normal medium winning and payout counter value and the normal medium out counter value, so that the game performance information is calculated in real time. It is possible to grasp the latest game performance information.

  In addition, it is determined whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON (step S111-2-3), and when the door is open, the game performance information is not calculated (step S111-2-3). NO). As a result, for example, after the section B, when the manager opens the glass frame 4 to enter the various winning holes to check the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the like, the game is not performed and the game is not performed. It is possible to exclude the number of winning and payouts, and to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and payouts generated when a game is being played and the number of outs).

  In the present embodiment, when it is determined in the input processing that the door is being opened, the various counters (the normal medium out counter and the normal medium prize payout counter) are not updated. The game performance information is not calculated when it is determined that the game is being opened. However, the present invention is not limited to this mode, and may be another mode.

  For example, when it is determined that the door is being opened, various counters may not be updated, and the calculation-related processing may be executed. In this case, since the various counters are not updated, the game performance information based on the values of the various counters before the door is being opened (during closing the door) is continuously calculated. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of prize-wins paid out and the number of outs generated when a game is being played).

(About display processing)
FIG. 25 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S111-3 of the game performance information management process) showing a display system process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S111-3-1)
In step S111-3-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the current section display timing. As described above, the display of the current section → the lapse of the predetermined time (5 seconds have elapsed) → the display of the past section (1) → the lapse of the predetermined time (5 seconds have elapsed) → the display of the past section (2) → the lapse of the predetermined time ( (5 seconds have elapsed) → display of the past section (3) → predetermined time has elapsed (5 seconds have elapsed) → display of the current section, and so on. It is determined whether it is the display timing. If it is the display timing of the current section, the process proceeds to step S111-3-2, and if it is not the display timing of the current section, the process proceeds to step S111-3-3.

(Step S111-3-2)
In step S111-3-2, the main CPU 101 displays the game performance information of the current section on the display 104 based on the display data stored in step S111-2-6 of the calculation system processing. Then, when the game performance information of the current section is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S111-3-3)
In step S111-3-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the display timing of the past section (1). That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the display timing of the past section (1) by referring to the timer counter or the like. If it is the display timing of the past section (1), the process proceeds to step S111-3-4. If it is not the display timing of the past section (1), the process proceeds to step S111-3-5. Migrate.

(Step S111-3-4)
In step S111-3-4, the main CPU 101 outputs the game performance information of the past section (1) based on the display data (final value data) stored in step S111-1-11 of the input processing. It is displayed on the display 104. When the game performance information of the past section (1) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S111-3-5)
In step S111-3-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the display timing of the past section (2). That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the timer counter or the like to determine whether it is the display timing of the past section (2). If it is the display timing of the past section (2), the process proceeds to step S111-3-6. If it is not the display timing of the past section (2), the process proceeds to step S111-3-7. Migrate.

(Step S111-3-6)
In step S111-3-6, the main CPU 101 outputs the game performance information of the past section (2) based on the display data (final value data) stored in step S111-1-11 of the input processing. It is displayed on the display 104. When the game performance information of the past section (2) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S111-3-7)
In step S111-3-7, the main CPU 101 converts the game performance information of the past section (3) based on the display data (final value data) stored in step S111-1-11 of the input system processing. It is displayed on the display 104. Then, when the game performance information of the past section (3) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

  As described above, by switching and displaying the current section, the past section (1), the past section (2), and the past section (3), the game performance information of the current and past three sections is grasped. be able to. In addition, since the display of the game performance information is always performed irrespective of the game state, for example, even when the game state is controlled to the probable change game state, it is necessary to grasp the game performance information in the normal game state. Can be.

(Regarding the control processing performed by the sub CPU 201)
The control processing performed by the sub CPU 201 will be described with reference to FIGS. The control programs shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 26 to 29 are stored in the sub-ROM 202. The sub-CPU 201 reads out the control program from the sub-ROM 202 and performs control processing according to the read out control program.

(About the production control board main processing)
FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing a main process performed in the effect control board 200. The processing is started by the sub CPU 201 of the effect control board 200 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered on and a voltage is supplied from the power supply board 400 to each control board.

(Step S200)
In step S200, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in a power cut (power failure state). As a result, if the power is off (power failure state), the process of step S200 is repeatedly executed. If the power is not on (power failure status), the process proceeds to step S201. When the power is interrupted (power failure state), the processing can be executed using a backup power supply (not shown).

(Step S201)
In step S201, the sub CPU 201 performs an initial setting process for initializing values of registers provided therein. Then, when the initialization processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S202.

(Step S202)
In step S202, the sub CPU 201 sets CTC. That is, a CTC (counter timer circuit) having a function of generating a pulse output of a fixed cycle, a function of measuring time, and the like is set, and a later-described effect control board timer interrupt process is performed periodically every 4 ms. , CTC time constant register. When the CTC is set, the process proceeds to step S203.

(Step S203)
In step S203, the sub CPU 201 prohibits the interruption of the effect control board timer interrupt processing that is periodically executed by interrupting the effect control board main processing. Then, when the interruption is prohibited, the process proceeds to step S204.

(Step S204)
In step S204, the sub CPU 201 updates the effect random number. When the effect random number updating process is completed, the process proceeds to step S205.

(Step S205)
In step S205, the sub CPU 201 permits the interruption of the effect control board timer interrupt process which is periodically executed by interrupting the effect control board main process. Then, when the interruption is permitted, the process shifts to step S203 again, and thereafter, the process loops from step S203 to step S205.

(About production control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 27 is a flowchart illustrating the effect control board timer interrupt processing performed in the effect control board 200. This process is a process that is periodically (for example, every 4 ms) interrupted and executed in the above-described effect control board main process.

(Step S300)
In step S300, the sub CPU 201 saves the contents of the register to the stack area. When the contents of the register are saved in the stack area, the process proceeds to step S301.

(Step S301)
In step S301, the sub CPU 201 performs a main command receiving process shown in FIG. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the main command receiving process ends, the process moves to a step S302.

(Step S302)
In step S302, the sub CPU 201 performs input processing of an operation device. For example, when the effect button 14 is operated, operation information is input from the effect button detection SW 14a, and when the effect lever 15 is operated, operation information is input from the effect lever detection SW 15a, and the cross key button 16 is operated. If so, the operation information is input from the cross key detection SW 16a. Upon inputting these pieces of operation information, the sub CPU 201 controls to execute an effect using the image display device 26, the speaker 10, and the like. For example, when operation information is input from the effect button detection SW 14a, a character image is displayed on the image display device 26, and a voice effect based on the character image is output from the speaker 10. Then, when the input processing of the operation device is completed, the process proceeds to step S303.

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 201 executes execution information and the like so that each effect device (for example, the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, the image display device 26, and the like) executes the effect contents determined in steps S301 and S302. Output control. As a result, in each of the effect devices, an effect corresponding to the effect symbol variation pattern described later, and an effect corresponding to the operation of the effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 are executed. Then, when the process of controlling the output to each effect device is completed, the process proceeds to step S304.

(Step S304)
In step S304, the sub CPU 201 restores the contents saved in the stack area in step S300 to the register. Then, when the content saved in the stack area is restored to the register, the effect control board timer interrupt processing ends.

(About main command reception processing)
FIG. 28 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301 of the effect control board timer interrupt process) showing the main command receiving process performed in the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-1)
In step S301-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether an error command has been received. If an error command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-2, and if an error command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-3.

(Step S301-2)
In step S301-2, the sub CPU 201 performs an error notification process. For example, when the error setting process is performed in step S12 of FIG. 10, the speaker 10 controls the speaker 10 to output a sound such as “detected fraud”, and the image display device 26 displays “fraud detected”. Is displayed, and the light emitting device 9 is controlled to emit light in a light emitting pattern indicating that fraud detection is being performed. This makes it easier for the game clerk to recognize that the setting value has been changed improperly when the setting value is going to be changed against the will of the gaming clerk.

  In addition, for example, when a magnetic sensor provided on the game board 6 detects abnormal magnetism, an error command for notifying a magnetic abnormality or a radio wave sensor provided on the game board 6 may be abnormal. The same notification is performed when a radio wave is detected and an error command or the like for notifying a radio wave abnormality is received. Then, when the error notification processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interruption processing.

(Step S301-3)
In step S301-3, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a setting value changing command has been received. If the command is being changed, the process proceeds to step S301-4. If the command is not being received, the process proceeds to step S301-5.

(Step S301-4)
In step S301-4, the sub CPU 201 performs a setting value change informing process. The sub CPU 201 controls the speaker 10 to output a sound such as “Setting is being changed”, controls the image display device 26 to display an image such as “Setting is being changed”, Control is performed so that light is emitted in a light emission pattern indicating that the setting is being changed. Thereby, the game clerk can grasp that the setting value is currently changed. Then, when the in-set value change notification process is completed, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-5)
In step S301-5, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a setting value information command has been received. If the setting value information command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-6. If the setting value information command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-7.

(Step S301-6)
In step S301-6, the sub CPU 201 stores the set value indicated by the set value information command in the sub RAM 203. For example, when the set value “1” is set in the main control board, the set value information command related to the set value “1” is transmitted, and the effect control board 200 receiving the set value information command is set in the main control board 100. It recognizes that the value “1” has been set, and stores the set value “1” in the sub RAM 203. This allows the effect control board 200 to execute an effect indicating the set value set in the main control board 100 using the image display device 26 or the like. When the set value indicated by the set value information command is stored in the sub RAM 203, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-7)
In step S301-7, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the first starting opening winning command or the second starting opening winning command has been received. Then, if the first starting opening winning command or the second starting opening winning command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-8, and the first starting opening winning command or the second starting opening winning command is received. If not, the process moves to step S301-9.

(Step S301-8)
In step S301-8, the sub CPU 201 performs a start winning effect effect setting process shown in FIG. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the start winning effect effect setting process is completed, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-9)
In step S301-9, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a door opening notification command has been received. If the door opening notification command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-10. If the door opening notification command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-11.

(Step S301-10)
In step S301-10, the sub CPU 201 performs a door opening notification process. For example, the speaker 10 is controlled to output a sound such as “the door is open”, the image display device 26 is controlled to display an image such as “the door is being opened”, and the light emitting device 9 is controlled to output the door. Control is performed so that light is emitted in a light emission pattern indicating that the shutter is open. Thereby, when the glass frame 4 or the like is opened contrary to a game store clerk, it is possible to easily notice that the illegal opening is being performed. Then, when the door opening notification processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interruption processing.

(Step S301-11)
In step S301-11, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a door closing command has been received. If a door close command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-12. If a door close command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-13.

(Step S301-12)
In step S301-12, the sub CPU 201 performs a process of continuing the door open notification for a predetermined time. The door closing command is a command transmitted when the glass frame 4 or the like is closed. When a door closing command is received, a sound such as “the door is open” is output from the speaker 10 or the like. Will be. In this case, the output of the speaker 10 or the like is not stopped immediately, but the output is continued for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) after the door is closed. Thus, even if an unauthorized person instantaneously opens the glass frame 4 or the like, intrudes an unauthorized device, and immediately closes the glass frame 4 or the like, the speaker 10 or the like remains there for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds). As a result, a sound such as “The door is open” is output, so that it is possible to make it easier for the administrator to grasp that the possibility of fraud is high. When a predetermined time has elapsed, the output of the speaker 10 and the like is stopped. Then, when the process of continuing the door open notification for a predetermined time is completed, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-13)
In step S301-13, the sub CPU 201 performs a process when receiving many other commands (not shown). Then, when the processing in the case of receiving many other commands not shown is completed, the processing is shifted to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt processing.

(Regarding the start-up prize production process)
FIG. 29 is a flowchart (start-prize subroutine of step S301-8 of the main command receiving process) showing the process of setting a winning effect at the start performed in the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-8-1)
In step S301-8-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the corresponding startup port hold is “4”. That is, when the first starting opening winning command is received, it is determined whether or not the symbol change game corresponding to the first starting opening 21 is stored up to the “fourth storage area”, and the second starting opening winning command is received. In this case, it is determined whether the symbol variation game corresponding to the second starting port 22 has been stored up to the “fourth storage area”. Then, if the corresponding opening is “4”, the process proceeds to step S301-8-3. If the corresponding opening is not “4”, the process proceeds to step S301-8-2. Migrate.

(Step S301-8-2)
In step S301-8-2, the sub CPU 201 performs a hold icon display setting process. For example, when the first start-up port winning command is received, a new start-up port first reserved ball image display area 26g to a first start-up fourth reserved ball image display area 26j of the image display device 26 is newly added. When the holding icon (normal holding icon) is displayed and the second starting opening winning command is received, the second starting opening first holding ball image display area 26k to the second starting opening fourth holding ball image of the image display device 26 are displayed. A new hold icon (normal hold icon) is displayed in any of the display areas 26n. Note that, when the “hold prefetch effect” is executed, the change hold icon is displayed without displaying the normal hold icon. When the hold icon display setting process ends, the process moves to step S301-8-3.

  The display of the normal suspension icon and the display of the change suspension icon performed in the process correspond to the execution of the first effect. That is, when the symbol variation game corresponding to each opening is stored up to the “fourth storage area”, the first effect is not executed, and the symbol variation game corresponding to each startup is stored in the “fourth storage area”. If not stored, the first effect is executed.

(Step S301-8-3)
In step S301-8-3, the sub CPU 201 performs a winning lamp setting process. Here, although not shown, a winning lamp is provided in the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22, and when the detection SW of each starting port detects a ball entry of a game ball, a prize is won. The lamp emits light for a predetermined time. That is, in the process, a process for causing the winning lamp to emit light for a predetermined time is performed. When the winning lamp setting process ends, the process moves to step S301-8-4.

  Note that the winning lamp setting process is also executed when the player enters a ball at each starting port when the symbol variation game corresponding to each starting port is stored up to the “fourth storage area”. Lighting the lamp for a predetermined time corresponds to execution of the second effect. Note that when the data is stored up to the “fourth storage area”, it may not be executed.

  Further, the light emission effect of the winning lamp executed by the winning lamp setting process may be simply an effect for notifying that the game ball has entered each starting port. In this case, the winning lamp may emit light for about two seconds after the game ball enters each starting port, and then turn off.

  In addition, the light emission effect of the winning lamp executed by the winning lamp setting process may be an effect associated with the “suspended look-ahead effect”. Specifically, the winning lamp is lit in blue when "blue" is displayed as the pre-reading sphere image, and the prize lamp is displayed in red when "red" is displayed as the pre-reading sphere image. Flash. Thereby, for example, even if an effect such as temporarily erasing the look-ahead reserved ball image is executed while the reach effect is being executed, it is easy to determine the color of the look-ahead reserved ball image by the illuminated winning lamp. Can be confirmed.

  The timing at which the emission of the winning lamp ends may be the same as the timing at which the pre-reading sphere image is deleted. In this case, it is possible to make it easier for the player to understand that the light-emitting effect of the winning lamp is an effect associated with the “hold-ahead look-ahead effect”. On the other hand, the timing of terminating the emission of the winning lamp may be different from the timing of erasing the pre-reading sphere image (either earlier or later).

(Step S301-8-4)
In step S301-8-4, the sub CPU 201 performs a winning sound setting process. For example, when the first starting port winning command is received, a prize sound is output from the speaker 10 to perform an effect of notifying that a game ball has entered the first starting port 21. That is, in the process, a process for outputting a winning sound is performed. Then, when the winning sound setting processing is completed, the processing is shifted to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt processing.

  Note that the winning sound setting process is also executed when the player enters a ball at each starting port when the symbol variation game corresponding to each starting port is stored up to the “fourth storage area”. Outputting a sound corresponds to execution of the second effect. Note that when the data is stored up to the “fourth storage area”, it may not be executed.

  In addition, when the symbol change game corresponding to the starting opening is stored up to the “fourth storage area”, the effect (second effect) executed even when the ball enters the starting opening includes a winning lamp effect and a winning sound. The effect is not limited to the effect, and may be an effect using another device. For example, in the image display device 26, an effect of shifting to a “special stage image” may be performed. Specifically, based on the ball entering the starting port in the case where up to the “fourth storage area” is stored, a “special stage image” is displayed instead of the currently displayed stage image. . The “special stage image” is stored only up to the “fourth storage area” by being executed only when entering the starting port in the case where “the fourth storage area” is stored. This can also motivate the player to further enter the starting opening.

  Next, the characteristic portions in the first embodiment will be described with reference to the time charts of FIGS.

(About time chart 1 explaining the characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 30 shows the events after the above-described section B, and timing (a) is the timing when the frame opening detection SW 3a detects the opening of the door, and indicates that the glass frame 4 and the like are open. . In addition, since the glass frame 4 and the like are open, the game performance information calculation processing is not executed.

  In the description of FIG. 30 to FIG. 33, the non-execution of the game performance information calculation process means that even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, if the door is open, the game is normally out during The counter and the normal medium prize-payout counter are not updated (input processing in FIG. 23), and the calculation of the game performance information is not performed (calculation processing in FIG. 24).

  On the other hand, the execution of the game performance information calculation processing corresponds to the execution of the input processing of FIG. 23 and the execution of the calculation processing of FIG. 24. Are executed, and these processes are executed without the game balls entering the various winning ports or the out-opening 25.

  The timing (b) is a timing at which the frame opening detection SW 3a detects the closing of the door, and indicates that the glass frame 4 and the like are closed. Also, since the glass frame 4 and the like are closed, the game performance information calculation processing is executed.

  Then, between the timing (a) and the timing (b), it is indicated that a game ball has entered any one of the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, the normal winning port 23, and the out port 25. Also, after the timing (b), it is indicated that the game ball has entered any one of the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, the normal winning port 23, and the out port 25.

  That is, in the state where the door is open, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out-opening 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. When a game ball enters the winning opening or the out opening 25, the various counters are updated, and a game performance information calculation process is executed.

  As a result, as described above, the prize payout that occurs when the game is not performed, such as when the manager opens the glass frame 4 and enters a prize hole to check the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The number can be excluded, and more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and payouts generated when a game is played and the number of outs) can be calculated.

  In FIG. 30, in the state where the door is opened, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. In the closed state, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated, and the game performance information calculation process is also executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The same may be performed.

  For example, a state in which the process of step S1 in FIG. 10 is looped, that is, during power interruption may be applied. In this case, in the power-off state, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed, while the power is on. In, it is possible to apply that when a game ball enters the various winning opening or the out opening 25, the various counters are updated and the game performance information calculation process is executed.

  Further, for example, a state in which the processing in FIG. 11 is being performed, that is, a state in which the set value is being changed may be applied. In this case, in the state in which the set value is being changed, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. In the state where the change processing is completed and the interruption is permitted in step S19 of FIG. 10, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated and the game performance information calculation processing is executed. , And can be applied.

  In FIG. 10, a state in which the setting value confirmation process is omitted, which is not described, may be applied. In this case, in the state in which the set value is being checked, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out mouth 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. In the state where the interruption is permitted in step S19 of FIG. 10 after the confirmation processing is completed, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, various counters are updated, and the game performance information calculation processing is executed. , And can be applied.

(About time chart 2 explaining the characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 31 shows the events after the above-described section B, and timing (a) is the timing when the frame opening detection SW 3a detects the opening of the door, and indicates that the glass frame 4 and the like are open. . In addition, since the glass frame 4 and the like are open, the door opening notification (voice output that “the door is open”) is executed from the speaker 10, and the glass frame 4 and the like are opened. Therefore, the game performance information calculation processing is not executed.

  The timing (b) is a timing at which the frame opening detection SW 3a detects the closing of the door, and indicates that the glass frame 4 and the like are closed. Also, since the glass frame 4 and the like are closed, the game performance information calculation processing is executed. Note that, as described in step S301-12 of FIG. 28, the notification is continued for a predetermined time after the door is closed, so that the door opening notification (voice output that “the door is open”) is output from the speaker 10. Indicates that it is running.

  Then, timing (c) indicates that the predetermined time has elapsed and the door opening notification (voice output of “the door is open”) is not executed.

  Then, between the timing (a) and the timing (b), it is indicated that a game ball has entered any one of the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, the normal winning port 23, and the out port 25. In addition, between the timing (b) and the timing (c), it is shown that a game ball has entered one of the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, the normal winning port 23, and the out port 25. Also, after timing (c), it also indicates that a game ball has entered one of the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, the normal winning port 23, and the out port 25.

  That is, in the state where the door is opened, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out-opening 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. When a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated, and a game performance information calculation process is executed.

  In addition, in the state where the door is opened and the door opening notification is being performed, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out-opening 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation processing is not executed. On the other hand, in a state where the door is closed and a state where the door opening is being notified, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated and the game performance information calculation process is executed. It has become.

  As a result, as described above, the prize payout that occurs when the game is not performed, such as when the manager opens the glass frame 4 and enters a prize hole to check the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The number can be excluded, and more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and payouts generated when a game is played and the number of outs) can be calculated.

  In addition, even if the door is closed, the door opening notification is continued for a predetermined time (regardless of whether there is an abnormality) to prevent fraudulent acts, and in that state (door closed state + door opening notification). Since the game performance information is calculated when entering a ball into various winning openings, etc., more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of prize payouts and outs generated when a game is being played) is calculated. be able to.

  Note that the door closed state and the door open notification state are states in which the player can play a game by firing game balls into the game area 7. Therefore, in such a state, it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information by calculating the game performance information.

(About time chart 3 explaining the characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 32 shows a modification of FIG. That is, the door opening notification is performed not only on the speaker 10 but also on the light emitting device 9 and the image display device 26.

  The timing (a) is the timing when the frame opening detection SW 3a detects the door opening, and indicates that the glass frame 4 and the like are open. Further, since the glass frame 4 and the like are open, a door opening notification (voice output of “door is open”) from the speaker 10 and a light emission pattern for notifying that the light emitting device 9 is “door open” are provided. This indicates that the display of “lighting is open” on the image display device 26 is to be executed, and that the game performance information calculation process is not executed because the glass frame 4 and the like are open. Is shown.

  The timing (b) is a timing at which the frame opening detection SW 3a detects the closing of the door, and indicates that the glass frame 4 and the like are closed. Also, since the glass frame 4 and the like are closed, the game performance information calculation processing is executed. Note that, as described in step S301-12 of FIG. 28, the notification is continued for a predetermined time after the door is closed, so that the door opening notification (voice output that “the door is open”) is output from the speaker 10. Indicates that it is running.

  On the other hand, the light emission pattern for notifying that the “door is open” in the light emitting device 9 and the display of “during door open” on the image display device 26 indicate that the display is ended at the timing (b). The device 9 performs normal light emission, and the image display device 26 indicates that the display of “during door opening” is not displayed.

  In this way, by providing a device that continues to notify and a device that does not continue to notify even after the door is closed by the notification device, it is possible to prevent excessive notification, and to provide a player with Discomfort can be prevented.

  Then, timing (c) indicates that the predetermined time has elapsed and the door opening notification (voice output of “the door is open”) is not executed.

  In addition, the light emitting device 9 and the image display device 26 may continue the notification until the timing (c), similarly to the speaker 10, or one of the light emitting device 9 and the image display device 26 may transmit the notification at the timing (c). The notification may be continued up to.

  Not limited to the above, among the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, and the image display device 26, the notification device that continues the notification until the timing (b) and the notification device that continues the notification until the timing (c) may be arbitrarily set. You may choose.

  Then, between the timing (a) and the timing (b), it is indicated that a game ball has entered any one of the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, the normal winning port 23, and the out port 25. In addition, between the timing (b) and the timing (c), it is shown that a game ball has entered one of the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, the normal winning port 23, and the out port 25. Also, after timing (c), it also indicates that a game ball has entered one of the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22, the normal winning port 23, and the out port 25.

  That is, in the state where the door is opened, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out-opening 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. When a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated, and a game performance information calculation process is executed.

  In addition, in the state where the door is opened and the door opening notification is being performed, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out-opening 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation processing is not executed. On the other hand, in a state where the door is closed and a state where the door opening is being notified, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated and the game performance information calculation process is executed. It has become.

  In addition, in a state where the door is opened and a state where all the notification devices perform the door opening notification, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information is not updated. While the calculation process is not performed, in a state where the door is closed and a state where some of the notification devices are performing door opening notification, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated. The game performance information calculation process is executed.

  With the above-described configuration, an effect that excessive notification can be prevented as described above, and an effect similar to that of FIG. 31 can be obtained.

(About time chart 4 explaining the characteristic part of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 33 is a time chart showing the relationship between the volume values of the door opening notification by the speaker 10 described in FIG.

  33, the volume value set by the player indicates the volume value set by operating the cross key button 16 by the player during a game or the like. In the example of FIG. 33, the volume value is “3”. Is set to. Therefore, the sound "door is open" of the door opening notification is output at the volume value "3". Other configurations are the same as those in FIG.

  Thus, in the state where the door is opened, the door opening notification by the speaker 10 is output depending on the volume value set by the player, so that an excessive notification can be prevented.

  In addition, not only the sound volume value of the speaker 10 but also the light amount value of the light emitting device 9 may depend on a value set by the player.

  Note that, as shown in the modification of FIG. 33, a sound volume value (for example, sound volume value “6”) that exceeds the upper limit value of the sound volume value that can be set by the player without depending on the sound volume value set by the player. The door opening notification may be given. With this configuration, there is an advantage that fraud is easily noticed.

  It should be noted that the light amount value of the light emitting device 9 is not limited to the sound volume value of the speaker 10 and does not depend on the light amount value set by the player, but exceeds the upper limit value of the light amount value that can be set by the player (for example, the light amount value). A value of “6”) may be used to notify the door opening.

  In addition, in FIGS. 31 to 33, during the door open state + door open notification, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation is performed. While the process is not executed, while the door is closed and the door is being opened, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, various counters are updated, and a game performance information calculation process is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the same may be performed in another state.

  For example, the state in which the processing in FIG. 11 is being performed, that is, the state in which the setting value changing processing is being performed may be applied. In this case, in the state in which the set value is being changed, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. In the state where the change processing is completed and the interruption is permitted in step S19 of FIG. 10, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated and the game performance information calculation processing is executed. , And can be applied.

  In FIG. 10, a state in which the setting value confirmation process is omitted, which is not described, may be applied. In this case, in the state in which the set value is being checked, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out mouth 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. In the state where the interruption is permitted in step S19 of FIG. 10 after the confirmation processing is completed, when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, various counters are updated, and the game performance information calculation processing is executed. , And can be applied.

  When applying the state during the set value change processing or the state during the set value confirmation processing, the notification by the speaker 10 may be executed as follows. For example, if a setting value change process is being performed, a voice notification that “Setting is being changed” is performed. If a setting value confirmation process is being performed, a voice notification that “Setting is being verified” is performed. The voice notification ends. After that, the voice notification that "the door is open" is started, and when the door is closed, the voice notification that "the door is open" is executed for a predetermined time, and the process ends.

  That is, during the first notification (for example, “Setting is being changed”), even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are not updated and the game performance information is not updated. No calculation processing is performed. On the other hand, when performing the second notification (for example, “the door is open”) performed after the first notification, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, various When the counter is not updated and the game performance information calculation process is not executed (during opening of the door), and when a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out opening 25, the various counters are updated and the game performance information calculation process is executed. (During door closing). During the first notification, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the exit 25, the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation process is not executed. When the second notification performed after the notification of is performed, when the game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, the various counters are updated and the game performance information calculation process is executed. Is also good.

(Regarding a time chart 5-1 explaining a characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 34 is a time chart showing the timing of the processing performed by the main control board 100 and the processing performed by the payout control board 300 for paying out game balls based on the incoming ball when a ball is entered into various winning ports. It is.

  As shown in FIG. 34, for example, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21, a signal is input to the main control board 100 from the first starting port SW21a. Then, a prize ball command (three balls) is transmitted from the main control board 100 to the payout control board 300.

  Thereafter, in the main control board 100, a game performance information management process based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21 is executed, and in the payout control board 300, the entering of the game ball into the first starting port 21 is performed. A payout process based on the ball is executed.

  The completion timing (calculation completion) of the calculation process (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management process in the main control board 100 is set before the reception timing of the payout completion command received from the payout control board 300. When the main control board 100 receives the payout completion command from the payout control board 300, it means that the calculation system processing (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management processing has already been completed.

  Accordingly, various processes can smoothly proceed, and the control of the main control board 100 can be prevented from becoming complicated.

  Note that the calculation completion timing in FIG. 34 is later than the reception timing of the payout completion command related to the minimum number of prize balls generated in the normal game state (in the present embodiment, the “2” ball of the second starting port 22). It is set to the earlier timing (earlier timing). This allows the calculation system processing to be completed before receiving the payout completion command for any number of prize balls, and smooth processing of various processing and control of the main control board 100 are complicated. Can be prevented.

(About time chart 5-2 explaining the characteristic part of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 35 is another example of FIG. 34. In the case where a game ball continuously enters various winning ports, a process performed by the main control board 100 and a payout control for paying out a game ball based on the ball entry. 6 is a time chart illustrating timing with processing performed on a substrate 300. The term “continuous” means that the preceding ball is processed by the main control board timer interrupt processing and the subsequent ball is processed by the main control board timer interrupt processing of the next interrupt cycle (interval). ing.

  As shown in FIG. 35, for example, a game ball enters the normal winning opening 23 in (A), and a game ball enters the normal winning opening 23 in (B) following (A). The prize ball command (eight balls) corresponding to the ball is transmitted from the main control board 100 to the payout control board 300.

  Then, in the main control board 100, in the main control board timer interrupt processing, the game performance information management processing according to (A) is executed, and in the main control board timer interrupt processing in the next interrupt cycle, the processing proceeds to (B). Such a game performance information management process is executed.

  On the other hand, in the payout control board 300, the payout processing according to (a) is executed, and when the payout of the eight prize balls is completed, the payout completion command according to (b) is sent from the payout control board 300 to the main control board 100. Sent. After that, the payout process according to (b) is executed, and when the payout of the eight prize balls is completed, the payout completion command according to (b) is transmitted from the payout control board 300 to the main control board 100.

  Then, similarly to FIG. 34, the completion timing (calculation completion) of the calculation process (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management process according to (A) is set before the reception timing of the payout completion command according to (A). ing.

  In addition, the calculation system processing (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management processing according to (b) is particularly executed without waiting for the reception of the payout completion command according to (a), and the completion timing (calculation completion) is also reduced. , (B) is set before the timing of receiving the payout completion command.

  As described above, in a situation where gaming balls enter various winning ports in succession, the game performance information management processing relating to the subsequent entry proceeds without waiting for the reception of the payout completion command relating to the preceding entry. Since the game performance information is configured to be executed (and the calculation is completed), the game performance information can be quickly calculated.

  In FIG. 3, for example, a notifying unit (for example, a 7-segment display) for notifying the number of game balls that have not been paid out may be provided adjacent to the symbol display device 27. When the notification means is provided, for example, when one game ball enters the normal winning opening 23, "8" is displayed on the notification means and "0" is displayed when the payout is completed. Then, when applied to the example of FIG. 34, the calculation in the game performance information management processing is completed before “0” is displayed on the notification means (the same applies to the case of continuous winning in FIG. 35). Thereby, the process can be executed (and the calculation is completed) without waiting for the notification unit to become “0”, so that the game performance information can be calculated quickly.

(About time chart 6-1 explaining the characteristic part of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 36 is a time chart showing the timing of the processing performed by the main control board 100 and the processing performed by the effect control board 200 that performs a fluctuating effect based on the entry of a ball when any of the starting ports is hit. It is.

  As shown in FIG. 36, for example, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21, a signal is input to the main control board 100 from the first starting port SW21a. Then, as shown in FIGS. 14 and 19, the main control board 100 executes determination information acquisition and hit determination processing, and sends various commands (for example, a special symbol variation pattern designation command or the like) to the effect control board 200. Send

  Thereafter, in the main control board 100, a game performance information management process based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21 is executed, and in the effect control board 200 (particularly, the image display device 26), a variable effect (for example, , A notice effect, a reach effect, etc.) are executed.

  Then, the main control board 100 completes the calculation system processing (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management processing (calculation completion), and thereafter transmits a symbol stop command to the effect control board 200 when the fluctuation time has elapsed. Thereafter, the symbols are fixedly displayed on the main control board 100 (for example, the first special symbol display 27a) and the effect control board 200 (for example, the image display device 26), and the hit determination result is notified (notification of hit or loss). ) Is performed.

  That is, the completion timing (calculation completion) of the calculation system processing (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management processing in the main control board 100 is more than the notification (fixed display) of the hit determination result in the main control board 100 and the effect control board 200. It is set before, and at the timing of notifying (determining and displaying) the hit determination result, the calculation process (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management process has already been completed.

  Accordingly, various processes can smoothly proceed, and the control of the main control board 100 can be prevented from becoming complicated.

  Note that the calculation completion timing in FIG. 36 is shorter than the shortest fluctuation time (7 seconds of the normal fluctuation in the present embodiment) of the special symbol fluctuation pattern (FIG. 7) selected in the normal gaming state. It is set to the earlier timing (earlier timing). Accordingly, the calculation-related processing can be completed in advance regardless of any fluctuation time, and the smooth progress of various processing and the control of the main control board 100 can be prevented from becoming complicated.

(About time chart 6-2 explaining the characteristic part of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 37 is another example of FIG. 36, in which, when a game ball continuously enters the first starting port 21, a process performed by the main control board 100 and an effect control for performing a variable effect based on the entering ball. 6 is a time chart illustrating timing with processing performed on a substrate 200. The term “continuous” means that the preceding ball is processed by the main control board timer interrupt processing and the subsequent ball is processed by the main control board timer interrupt processing of the next interrupt cycle (interval). ing.

  Note that, in the fluctuation effect according to (a) described later, a fluctuation effect corresponding to the normal fluctuation (loss) of the fluctuation pattern 1 is executed.

  As shown in FIG. 37, for example, in a state where the symbol change game is not played and is not stored in the storage area (for example, during a customer waiting effect), in (A), the first starting port 21 is When a game ball enters, a signal is input to the main control board 100 from the first starting port SW21a. Then, similarly to FIG. 36, the determination information acquisition and the hit determination processing according to (a) are executed, and various commands (for example, a special symbol variation pattern designation command or the like) are transmitted from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200. Is done.

  Further, since the game ball enters the first starting port 21 in (B) following (B), the determination information acquisition and the storage of the obtained determination information in the first storage area according to (B) are performed. This is executed, and the first start port winning command is transmitted from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200.

  Then, in the main control board 100, in the main control board timer interrupt processing, the game performance information management processing according to (A) is executed, and in the main control board timer interrupt processing in the next interrupt cycle, the processing proceeds to (B). Such a game performance information management process is executed.

  On the other hand, in the effect control board 200, when the various commands related to (A) are received, the variable effect according to (A) is executed, and when the symbol stop command according to (A) is received from the main control board 100, (A) ) Is notified (confirmed display). When the various commands according to (b) are received from the main control board 100 after the inter-variation interval, the fluctuation effect according to (b) is executed.

  As in FIG. 36, the completion timing (calculation completion) of the calculation system processing (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management processing according to (A) is earlier than the notification of the hit determination result (determination display) according to (A). At the timing of notifying (determining and displaying) the hit determination result, the calculation system process (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management process according to (a) has already been completed.

  Also, the calculation system processing (FIG. 24) in the game performance information management processing according to (b), particularly, executes the processing without waiting for the hit determination result notification (determination display) according to (a), and the completion timing (calculation). Completion) is also set before the hit determination result notification (confirmation display) according to (a).

  As described above, in a situation where the game ball has continuously entered the first starting port 21, the game performance information management processing relating to the subsequent ball entry notifies the hit determination result relating to the preceding ball entry (confirmation display). Since the processing is executed without waiting (and the calculation is completed), the game performance information can be calculated quickly.

(About time chart 7 explaining the characteristic portion of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 38 is a time chart showing a case where a power failure occurs during a game.

  In the description of FIGS. 38 to 40, the non-execution of the game performance information calculation processing means that even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25, if the door is open, the game is normally out during The counter and the normal medium prize-payout counter are not updated (input processing in FIG. 23), and the calculation of the game performance information is not performed (calculation processing in FIG. 24).

  On the other hand, the execution of the game performance information calculation processing corresponds to the execution of the input processing of FIG. 23 and the execution of the calculation processing of FIG. 24. Are executed, and these processes are executed without the game balls entering the various winning ports or the out-opening 25.

  The timing (a) indicates that the power supply is ON (power is being supplied), and indicates that the power supply voltage has dropped from the timing (c) and a power failure has occurred at the timing (d).

  Between the timing (a) and the timing (c), (a-1) indicates that the game ball is launched into the game area 7 by the player gripping and turning the firing handle 8. , At timing (b), it indicates that a game ball launched into the game area 7 has entered a winning port or an out port. In this case, the various counters are updated, a game performance information calculation process is executed, and in the calculation system process (FIG. 24), new game performance information based on the incoming ball is calculated. This shows that the value “B” is displayed instead of the displayed value “A”.

  On the other hand, during the period from the timing (a) to the timing (c), (a-2) indicates that the game ball is launched into the game area 7 by the player gripping and turning the firing handle 8. This indicates that the gaming ball launched into the gaming area 7 has entered the various winning ports or the out ports 25 when the power is out. That is, it is assumed that an irregular case in which the game ball is in the energized state when the ball is launched into the game area 7 but is in the power outage state when the ball is entered. In this case, the game performance information calculation processing is not executed.

  As a result, the game performance information calculation process is executed or not executed depending on the state when the game ball enters the various winning ports or the out-opening port 25, not the state when the game ball is launched into the game area 7. Therefore, even if such irregularities occur, more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and payouts generated when a game is played and the number of outs) can be calculated.

(About time chart 8 explaining the characteristic part of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 39 is a time chart showing a case where the power is restored (the power is restored) from the power failure state of FIG.

  At the timing (a), the power is turned on, and the main control board 100 and the production control board 200 respectively perform a recovery process (for example, if the main control board, the processes of steps S13 to S16 in FIG. 10 are performed). Starting, the image display device 26 is displaying an image such as “during restoration” (during restoration).

  Timing (b) indicates that the restoration process of the main control board 100 has been completed and has been restored. The display 104 shows that the value “A” of the game performance information is displayed. Although not shown, even if a game ball enters the various winning ports or the out port 25 between the timing (a) and the timing (b), the various counters are not updated, and the game performance information calculation processing is performed. Is not done.

  The timing (d) indicates that the effect control board 200 has been restored and restored. Further, the image display device 26 indicates that the image is switched from an image such as “restoring” (recovering screen) to the normal screen.

  The timing (c) indicates that a game ball has entered the various winning ports or the out-opening 25, the various counters are updated, the game performance information calculation processing is executed, and the calculation system processing (FIG. 24) Indicates that the new game performance information based on the entry of the ball is calculated, and for example, the value “B” is displayed on the display 104 instead of the value “A” displayed so far. In other words, if the main control board 100 is restored, even if the effect control board 200 is executing the restoration process and the restoring screen is displayed on the image display device 26, the entry into the various winning ports and the out port 25 is not performed. Updating of various counters based on the sphere and game performance information calculation processing are executed.

  Timing (e) indicates that a game ball has entered the various winning openings or the out-opening 25 while the normal screen is being displayed. The game performance information calculation processing is executed, and the calculation system processing (FIG. 24) ), New game performance information based on the entry of the ball is calculated, for example, indicating that the value “C” is displayed on the display 104 in place of the value “B” displayed so far.

  By the above, for example, even if a power outage occurs during the game, the power is restored thereafter, and even if a game ball enters a winning port or the like while only the main control board 100 is restored, various counters are updated. Since the game performance information can be calculated, it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and paying-outs and the number of outs generated when a game is being played).

(About time chart 9 explaining the characteristic part of the first embodiment of the present invention)
FIG. 40 is a time chart showing the relationship between the game performance information calculation process based on the entry of a game ball into the starting opening and the effect to be executed.

  Timing (a) indicates that a game ball has entered the first starting port 21 in a state where the symbol change game of the first starting port 21 is stored up to the second storage area. In this case, in the main RAM 103, information based on the entry of the ball is stored in the third storage area, and a new holding icon (normal holding icon or change holding icon) is displayed on the image display device 26. In addition, various counters are updated based on a game ball having entered the first starting port 21, and a game performance information calculation process is executed. In the calculation system process (FIG. 24), new game performance information based on the ball entry is obtained. Is calculated, for example, indicating that the value “B” is displayed on the display 104 in place of the value “A” that has been displayed so far.

  Timing (b) indicates that a game ball has entered the first starting port 21 in a state where the symbol change game of the first starting port 21 is stored up to the third storage area. In this case, in the main RAM 103, information based on the entry of the ball is stored in the fourth storage area, and on the image display device 26, a new holding icon (normal holding icon or change holding icon) is displayed. In addition, various counters are updated based on a game ball having entered the first starting port 21, and a game performance information calculation process is executed. In the calculation system process (FIG. 24), new game performance information based on the ball entry is obtained. Is calculated, for example, indicating that the value “C” is displayed on the display 104 in place of the value “B” displayed so far.

  Timing (c) indicates that a game ball has entered the first starting port 21 in a state where the symbol change game of the first starting port 21 is stored up to the fourth storage area. In this case, the various counters are updated based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21 and the game performance information calculation process is executed (the value “D” is displayed instead of the value “C” by the calculation system process). However, display of a new hold icon (normal hold icon or change hold icon) is not executed.

  That is, when the game ball enters the starting port, the various counters are updated and the game performance information is calculated (the new holding icon is displayed), and the various counters are updated and the game performance information is calculated. However, there are cases where the effect is not executed.

  Thus, it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and payouts generated when a game is being played, based on the number of outs), and to execute an accurate effect according to the state. .

(2nd Embodiment)
Hereinafter, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described. In the second embodiment, only portions different from the first embodiment will be described, and description of portions common to the first embodiment will be omitted.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 41, the out detection SW includes a first out detection SW 25a and a second out detection SW 25b.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 42, these out detection SWs are provided with two game ball discharge passages inside one out port 25, and a first out detection SW 25a and a second out A detection SW 25b may be provided, or two out ports 25 are provided as shown in FIG. 43, and a first out detection SW 25a and a second out detection SW 25b are provided inside each of the out ports 25. You may do so.

  In addition, the diameter of the out port 25 in FIGS. 42 and 43 is formed to have a size that allows a plurality of game balls to enter at the same time, and prevents the game balls from stopping near the out port 25. I have.

  In FIG. 42, two game ball discharge passages (portions shown by dotted lines in the figure) are provided inside the outlet 25, and the out ball can be detected in each game ball discharge passage. The out-ball can be discharged and the out-ball can be quickly detected.

  Also, in FIG. 43, two out ports 25 are provided, and the out balls can be detected in the respective game ball discharge passages. Therefore, it is possible to quickly discharge the out balls and quickly detect the out balls. . In addition, since the out ball can be detected in each game ball discharge passage, it is not necessary to join the game ball discharge passage on the back side of the game board 6, and it is possible to prevent the back side of the game board 6 from being complicated.

  In FIG. 42, the number does not matter as long as the number of game ball discharge passages and out detection SWs is two or more. For example, there may be three game ball discharge passages and three out detection SWs. Similarly, in FIG. 43, the number does not matter as long as the number of the out ports 25 and the out detection SWs is two or more. For example, there may be three out ports 25 and three out detection SWs.

  In FIG. 43, the plurality of out ports 25 can be provided at arbitrary positions. For example, there may be provided an out port 25 for entering a ball when a left hit is performed in a normal game state, and an out port 25 for entering a ball when a right hit is performed in a certain-variable game state.

  In FIG. 43, the diameter of one of the out ports 25 may be a diameter through which one game ball can pass.

  With respect to the game performance information management processing performed in the block diagram and the board configuration as described above, only differences (from the first embodiment) will be described with reference to FIGS.

(Step S111-1-21)
In step S111-1-21, the main CPU 101 determines whether any of the out detection SWs is ON, or whether (in one interrupt cycle) both the out detection SWs are ON. In other words, the main CPU 101 detects that the first out detection SW 25a has detected the entry of a game ball and that information indicating that the first out detection SW 25a has detected the entry of a game ball has been input, or the second out detection SW 25a The detection SW 25b detects that a game ball has entered, and information indicating that a game ball has been entered has been input from the second out detection SW 25b, or the first out detection SW 25a (within one interrupt cycle). The second out detection SW 25b detects the entry of a game ball, and determines whether information indicating that the entry of a game ball has been detected is input from the first out detection SW 25a and the second out detection SW 25b. As a result, if any of the out detection SWs is ON or both of the out detection SWs are ON, the process proceeds to step S111-1-22, and if none of the out detection SWs is ON, The process moves to step S111-1-31.

  The other processes are basically the same as those in the first embodiment, and thus description thereof is omitted. However, in the second embodiment, since two out detection SWs are provided, the following phenomenon occurs. obtain.

  That is, in the section A, when the value of the normal out counter is “299” and one of the out detection SWs is turned on within one interrupt period, the normal out counter is counted up by “1”. , The value becomes “300”, and the section A is changed to the section B. On the other hand, if the value of the normal out counter is “299” and all the out detection SWs are turned on within one interrupt period (simultaneous detection is performed), the normal middle out counter counts “2”. The value is increased to “301”, and the section A is changed to the section B.

  As described above, in the second embodiment, since simultaneous detection may occur, the value of the normal middle out counter is changed to the section B when the value of the normal middle out counter becomes “300”, and the value of the normal middle out counter is changed to “300”. There is a case where it becomes “301” and is changed to the section B. Therefore, in step S111-1-24, processing is performed to determine whether the value of the normal medium out counter is equal to or greater than “300”.

  In addition, there is a case where the value of the normal middle out counter becomes “300” and changes to the section B, and a case where the value of the normal middle out counter becomes “301” and changes to the section B. In 1-24, after the value of the normal out counter is reset, "+1" is added and "+2" is added (in the flowchart, it is simply described as "addition").

  In step S111-1-29, processing is performed to determine whether the value of the normal medium out counter is a section change value (60000 or more).

  In other words, when other sections are changed (for example, when changing from section B to section C), the configuration is the same as that for changing from section A to section B, and the value of the normal medium out counter is set to "60000". , And changes to section C (see FIG. 46), and the value of the normal medium out counter becomes "60001" and changes to section C (see FIG. 47).

  Although not shown in the flowchart, in the case where the number of outs on the display 104 is “0 to 5999” blinking and “6000” is lit as shown in FIG. Is changed from blinking to lighting with the value of “6000”, and there is a case where the value of the normal out counter becomes “6001” and switches from blinking to lighting.

  As described above, when a plurality of out detection SWs are provided, it is possible to prevent the processing from becoming complicated by appropriately changing the value for switching the section and the value for switching the display mode of the display 104, and to reliably switch the section and the display mode. Can be done.

  In the second embodiment, the process of determining whether the door is opened (for example, step S111-1-27 or the like) may not be necessary.

  Note that the normal middle out counter is not provided for each of the first out detection SW 25a and the second out detection SW 25b, but is common to the first out detection SW 25a and the second out detection SW 25b. As a result, the number of counters is not increased, and the number of the normal out counters to be referred to is one, so that the processing can be simplified.

  In the above description, the value immediately before switching (for example, “299” when changing from section A to section B, “59999” when changing from section B to section C, In the case of “5999” at the time, the value for switching the section and the display mode of the display 104 are changed depending on whether any of the out detection SWs has performed the detection or when any of the out detection SWs has performed the detection. Although the value to be switched is appropriately changed, a fixed value is not changed (for example, “300” when changing from section A to section B, and “60000” when changing from section B to section C). If the display mode is changed, “6000” may be used.

  Specifically, as shown in the time chart of FIG. 45, when the value of the normal medium out counter is “59999” shown in (a), the first out detection SW 25a and the second out detection It is assumed that the SW 25b and the SW 25b are both turned on within one interrupt cycle, and that simultaneous detection has occurred.

  In this case, the section is changed from section B to section C by setting the value of the normal medium out counter to “+10000” and “60000”. Thereafter, in (c), the value of the normal medium out counter is incremented by "+1" to "60001" (the value of the normal medium out counter in section C is "1").

  In addition, when the value of the normal medium out counter is set to "+1" in (b), "+1" is given without making a determination as to which out detection switch has detected the game ball. Also, in (c), when the value of the normal medium out counter is set to "+1", "+1" is given without making a determination as to which out detection switch has detected the game ball. In (b), the section is changed to "+1" without particularly determining which out detection SW has detected the game ball.

  Thus, even if simultaneous detection occurs when the value of the normal out counter is the value immediately before switching, it is possible to eliminate the need to determine which out detection SW has detected a game ball, and the like. It is possible to quickly change the section and save the final value data.

  In FIG. 45, the change from section B to section C has been described as an example, but the same may be performed when another section is changed. For example, the same may be performed when changing from section A to section B. The same may be performed when the display mode of the display device 104 is switched.

  Next, a modification of FIG. 44 will be described with reference to FIG.

(Step S111-1-33)
In step S111-1-33, the main CPU 101 performs an external data output process of outputting an out-ball detection to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the first out detection SW 25a detects that a game ball has entered, the first out detection SW 25a outputs information indicating that a game ball has been detected, and the second out detection SW 25b detects that a game ball has entered. Outputs information indicating that the second out detection SW 25b has detected a game ball, and if the first out detection SW 25a and the second out detection SW 25b have simultaneously detected a game ball, the first out detection SW 25a and the second The out detection SW 25b outputs information that a game ball has been detected. Then, when the external data output process ends, the process moves to step S111-1-34.

  If a plurality of (for example, two) out-detection SWs are provided, and if the connector of one of the out-detection SWs is unplugged and cannot be detected, the out-balls that have been actually ejected than the detected out-balls will be removed. It is assumed that there will be more. In such a case, when applied to the above-described formula of “(the number of paid out game balls in the normal gaming state / the number of outs in the normal gaming state) × 100”, the out number in the normal gaming state is smaller than the actual out number. This leads to calculation of game performance information having a higher value than when both out detection SWs are functioning normally. For example, even if an adjustment is made so that the payout of the game balls in the normal game state does not occur so much, the number of outs in the normal game state becomes smaller than the actual number of outs. This leads to calculation of game performance information having a higher value than in the case where the game performance information is provided.

  With respect to such an action, if configured as shown in FIG. 48, external data is output for each out detection SW, so that data for each out detection SW is managed in an external device (for example, a hall computer). If so, it can be grasped which connector of the out detection SW is disconnected. As a result, in a situation where a low value of the game performance information is actually to be calculated, a higher value of the game performance information is calculated by disabling any of the out detection SWs. It leads to prevention. Further, it is possible to cope with a situation in which the out detection switch fails and the game ball cannot be detected.

(Third embodiment)
Hereinafter, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. In the third embodiment, only portions different from the second embodiment will be described, and description of portions common to the second embodiment will be omitted.

(Step S111-1-52)
In step S111-1-52, the main CPU 101 performs the matching process shown in FIG. This processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the collation processing is completed, the processing is shifted to step S111-1-53.

(About collation processing)
FIG. 50 is a flowchart (subroutine of steps S111-1-52 of the input processing) showing the matching processing performed in main control board 100.

(Step S111-1-5-2-1)
In step S111-1-52-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are being set. As a result, if the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are being set, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-3. If the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are not being set, the process proceeds to step S111-52. The process moves to 1-52-2.

  The monitoring timer 1 is a timer for monitoring whether or not a game is continuously performed. For example, the timer is set when an out ball is detected, and the next game ball is set within a predetermined time (for example, within 15 seconds). If it is detected, it is determined that the game is continuously performed, and if the next game ball is not detected within a predetermined time, the timer is cleared, and it is determined that the game is not continuously performed. A timer counter is provided in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103.

  The monitoring timer 2 includes, when a game is continuously played, count data (payout number or out number) counted in the game and collation data stored in advance (for example, the number of payouts generally generated per hour). This is a timer for monitoring the time for comparing the data with the number of outs. For example, when the monitoring timer 2 measures one hour, the matching process is performed. A timer counter is provided in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103.

(Step S111-1-52-2)
In step S111-1-52-2, the main CPU 101 sets the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2. That is, when the out ball is detected, if the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are not set, the timer counter of the monitoring timer 1 and the timer counter of the monitoring timer 2 are set. When the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are set, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-5.

(Step S111-1-52-3)
In step S111-1-52-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the monitoring timer 1 is within a predetermined time (for example, within 15 seconds). As a result, when the monitoring timer 1 is within the predetermined time (for example, within 15 seconds), the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-5, and the monitoring timer 1 is within the predetermined time (for example, within 15 seconds). If not, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-4.

(Step S111-1-52-4)
In step S111-1-52-4, the main CPU 101 clears the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2. That is, when the out ball is detected, the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are set, and the next out ball is detected, if the monitoring timer 1 exceeds a predetermined time, the game is continuously performed. The monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are cleared by determining that they have not been performed.

(Step S111-1-52-5)
In step S111-1-52-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the monitoring timer has reached a determination time (for example, one hour). That is, it is determined whether the game is continuously performed and the monitoring timer 2 measures one hour. As a result, if the monitoring timer has reached the determination time, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-6. If the monitoring timer has not reached the determination time, the process proceeds to step S111-1-53 of the input processing. Transition.

(Step S111-1-52-6)
In step S111-1-52-6, the main CPU 101 reads out the count data. That is, the value of the normal middle out counter and the value of the normal middle winning and payout counter are read from the main RAM 103 and stored in the register. Then, when the count data is read, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-7.

(Step S111-1-52-7)
In step S111-1-52-7, the main CPU 101 reads out the collation data. As described above, the collation data is data in which, for example, the number of payouts and the number of outs that occur approximately per hour are defined, and is stored in the main ROM 102. When the collation data is read from the main ROM 102, it is stored in a register. Then, when the collation data is read, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-8.

(Step S111-1-52-8)
In step S111-1-52-8, the main CPU 101 collates the count data stored in the register with the collation data. When the two data are collated, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-9.

(Step S111-1-52-9)
In step S111-1-52-9, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the count data is outside the allowable range. That is, when the count data is significantly different from the collation data, it is determined that the count data is out of the allowable range. As a result, if the count data is out of the allowable range, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-10, and if the count data is not out of the allowable range, the process proceeds to step S111-1-52-11. Transition.

(Step S111-1-52-10)
In step S111-1-52-10, the main CPU 101 transmits a notification command. Note that the notification command is a command for notifying that the count data is abnormal. For example, the effect control board 200 that has received the command displays “count data error” on the image display device 26 or the like. Is displayed to notify that there is an abnormality in the count data. Then, when the notification command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S111-1-53 of the input system process.

(Step S111-1-52-11)
In step S111-1-52-11, the main CPU 101 clears the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2. That is, it is determined that the current collation processing is normal, and the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are cleared to prepare for the next collation processing. Then, when the monitoring timer 1 and the monitoring timer 2 are cleared, the process proceeds to step S111-1-53 of the input system process.

  In this way, it is monitored whether or not the game is continuously performed, and when the game is continuously performed, the count data counted in the game is compared with the collation data held in advance, and the count data is If the value is outside the allowable range, it can be notified that the count data is abnormal.

  For example, as described above, even when the out detection SW is not functioning properly, the number of outs becomes a value outside the allowable range, so that it can be notified that the count data is abnormal. Further, it is possible to cope with a situation in which the out detection switch fails and the game ball cannot be detected.

Details of means described in the gaming machine of the above (1) will be described.
A first value (for example, by entering each winning opening) based on the entering of a game ball into a first entrance (for example, the first starting opening 21, the second starting opening 22, the normal winning opening 23). The number of prize balls paid out) and a second value (for example, the number of outs) based on the entry of game balls into the second entrance (for example, the out port 25) are measured (for example, cumulatively). Measuring means) and calculating means (for example, the main CPU 101 which performs input processing and calculation processing) for calculating predetermined information (for example, game performance information) based on the first value and the second value. The calculating means does not calculate the predetermined information when in a specific state (e.g., when the door is being opened) (e.g., if NO in step S111-2-3), calculates the game performance information. S), when the state is not the specific state (for example, during the closing of the door that transits from the opening of the door), Calculating information (e.g., if YES at step S111-2-3, calculates the game performance information), and wherein the.

  Note that the specific state is not limited to the above-described door being opened, and may be another state. For example, in step S1 of the main control board main process, a state in which it is determined that the power is being cut off (power failure state) may be used. In this case, when it is not the specific state, it may be in the energized state. Further, the specific state may be a state in which the setting value changing process is being performed. In this case, when the state is not the specific state, the state may be the state in which the setting value change processing has been completed. Further, the specific state may be a state in which the set value confirmation processing is being performed. In this case, when the state is not the specific state, the state may be the state in which the setting value confirmation processing has been completed.

  In the present embodiment, a description has been given by taking a pachinko gaming machine as an example. However, the contents described in the present embodiment can be applied to a spinning-type gaming machine (slot machine), Or an arrangement ball game machine.

1 Pachinko machine 2 Outer frame 3 Middle frame 3a Frame open detection SW
4 Glass Frame 9 Light Emitting Device 10 Speaker 21 First Starting Port 22 Second Starting Port 23 Normal Winning Port 25 Out Port 26 Image Display Device 100 Main Control Board 200 Performance Control Board 300 Payout Control Board 400 Power Supply Board

Claims (1)

A first value based on a game ball entering a first entrance and a second value based on a game ball entering a second entrance are measured, and the first value and the second value are measured. Calculating means for calculating predetermined information based on the second value,
The calculating means,
When in the specific state, the predetermined information is not calculated,
When not in the specific state, calculate the predetermined information,
A gaming machine characterized by that: