JP2020103818A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To perform attention promotion notification suitably.SOLUTION: A main control board 100 can enter a detection signal by first detection means for detecting passage or entry of game balls and second detection means for detecting passage or entry of game balls. A sub-CPU 201 continues attention promotion notification even if a detection signal is inputted to the main control board 100 by any detection means when attention promotion notification is under execution, or completes execution of attention promotion notification when a detection signal is inputted to the main control board 100 by one detection means and continuously executes attention promotion notification when a detection signal is inputted by the other detection means when attention promotion notification is under execution.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 48

Description

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

In the conventional gaming machine, when a game ball enters the starting opening provided in the game area, it is determined whether or not it is a big hit game, and when it is determined that it is a big hit game, a big hit game is given Is common.

In addition, after the jackpot game is over, it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game by shifting to a normal game state or a specific game state which is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state with a predetermined probability. ing.

In such a gaming machine, there is a gaming machine that issues a warning prompt notification at the end of a big hit game in order to call the player a predetermined attention (for example, Patent Document 1).

JP, 2016-154687, A (Drawing 56).

However, there is still room for improvement in order to appropriately perform the attention prompting notification.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, and an object thereof is to suitably perform attention prompting notification.

A gaming machine according to the present invention is a first detection means for detecting passage or entry of a game ball, and a detection means different from the first detection means, and a second detection means for detecting passage or entry of a game ball. Detection means, game control means capable of inputting detection signals from the first detection means and the second detection means, and capable of executing control based on the input detection signals, and for calling the player a predetermined attention And a warning-prompting notification execution control unit capable of executing the warning-prompting notification, which is detected by any one of the first detecting unit and the second detecting unit when the warning-prompting notification is being executed. Inputting from one of the first detection unit and the second detection unit when the attention prompting notification is continuously executed even when a signal is input and when the attention prompting notification is being performed. There is a case where the execution of the attention prompting notification is terminated by the detected signal, and a case where the detection means inputted from the other detecting means continues to execute the attention prompting notification.

With such a configuration, it is possible to perform an appropriate cautionary notification according to the situation.

According to the present invention, it is possible to preferably perform the attention prompting notification.

It is an external front view of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is an appearance rear view of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view of the game board which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram of a game machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a diagram showing a special symbol hit determination table, a normal symbol hit determination table according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a diagram showing a special symbol determination table, a normal symbol determination table according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the jackpot special symbol details which concern on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the special symbol fluctuation pattern table which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the area|region of the main ROM and main RAM which concern on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the display which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows the main control board main processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a flowchart showing a setting value changing process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the setting value confirmation process which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows main control board timer interruption processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows input SW detection processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows the 1st starting opening detection time processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows the 2nd starting opening detection time processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows special symbol related processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart showing a special symbol variation start process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart showing a special symbol variation process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart showing a winning game process according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a flowchart showing an abnormality confirmation process according to the first 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. It is a flow chart which shows input system processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows calculation system processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows display system processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows the 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. It is a flow chart which shows main command reception processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the error related command reception which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flow chart which shows processing at the time of receiving a demo command concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows processing at the time of receiving an ending command concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 1 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 2 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 3 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 4 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 5 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 6 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the alerting|reporting notification and termination conditions which concern on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is an animation diagram corresponding to time chart 1-time chart 6 concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 7 is a time chart 7 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 8 is a time chart 8 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 9 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is an animation figure corresponding to time chart 7-time chart 10 concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 11 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 12 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 13 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 14 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 15 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 16 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 17 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 18 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 19 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is an animation figure corresponding to time chart 17-time chart 19 concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is an animation diagram showing an example of an effect using the light guide plate according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 20 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 21 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 22 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 23 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 24 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 11 is an animation diagram showing an adjustment of an amount of effect during execution of attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a diagram showing a special symbol determination table, a normal symbol determination table according to the second embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure showing the jackpot special symbol details concerning a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. It is an animation figure showing the mode of attention prompting notification concerning a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. It is a probability variation notification distribution table which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is an animation figure showing an example of a notice promotion notice concerning a 3rd embodiment of the present invention. It is a schematic diagram showing a 4th embodiment of the present invention.

(First embodiment)
Hereinafter, the first embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In the following embodiments, the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described as an example of the gaming machine according to the present invention. In the following description, “front”, “rear”, “left”, “right”, “upper”, and “lower” refer to the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 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 gaming board 6 pivotally supported by the outer frame 2 and shown in FIG. , A glass frame 4 pivotally supported by the middle frame 3, facing the front side of the game board 6, and making the game board 6 visible through transparent glass, and the middle frame 3 It has a saucer member 5 which is pivotally supported by, is located below the glass frame 4, and can store game balls. The glass frame 4 and the saucer member 5 may be of a separate type or of an integral type.

Further, the middle frame 3 is provided with a launching device (not shown) for launching a game ball into the game area 7 of the game board 6, and a launching handle 8 for causing this launching device to perform a launching operation. Is provided. The firing handle 8 is gripped by the player and can be rotated within a predetermined range, so that the firing strength when the game ball is launched into the game area 7 can be adjusted by the amount of rotation. Has become. For example, when the game ball is rotated by the first rotation amount (when it has the first launch strength), a game ball is shot to the left side of the game area 7 (so-called “left hitting” becomes possible), and the first When the rotation amount is larger than the rotation amount by a second rotation amount (when the second emission intensity is reached), a game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7 (so-called "right hitting"). 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 player holds the firing handle 8, and the ON signal is input to the payout control board 300. Thereby, it can be grasped that the firing handle 8 is grasped by the player.

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

In addition, a speaker 10 is provided on the glass frame 4 so that voice and sound effects can be output. For example, when the normal game state described later is controlled, the music corresponding to the normal game state can be output, and when the time saving game state described later is controlled, the music corresponding to the time saving game state is output. It is possible.

Moreover, the receiving tray member 5 is composed of an upper receiving tray 5a and a lower receiving tray 5b. When the storage amount of the game balls in the upper receiving tray 5a exceeds a certain amount, the game balls are paid out to the lower receiving tray 5b. It has become. In addition, in the tray member 5, at the end of the game, a ball removal button 11 for discharging the game balls stored in the upper tray 5a to the lower tray 5b, and a game ball for a game ball lending device (not shown). Ball lending button 12 for requesting the payout, a card return button 13 for requesting the return of the valuable value medium inserted into the insertion slot of the game ball lending device, and a balance for displaying the balance of the valuable value medium The display unit 12a and a ball lending possible lamp 12b for informing that the ball lending is possible by operating the ball lending button 12 are provided. It should be noted that a notification may be given to prevent the player from forgetting to take the valuable medium inserted in the insertion slot of the game ball lending device. The details will be described later in "Caution Notice".

Further, the saucer member 5 is provided with an effect button 14 and an effect lever 15 which can be operated by the player when an operation promotion effect is executed. Further, the saucer member 5 can be operated by the player, and the volume of the sound and the sound effect output from the speaker 10 can be adjusted, the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9 can be adjusted, and the image display device 26 described later can be used. A cross key button 16 is provided for adjusting the amount of emitted light. 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 based on 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 device 304, and a power supply board 400 described later are provided (accurately). Are mounted on the back surface of the middle frame 3).

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 in the area of the main RAM 103. For example, when the closing time of the game store reaches the time saving game state, if the administrator turns on the power while pressing the RAM clear switch 105, the game information in the time saving game state is cleared, and at the opening time of the next day. , Can be started from the normal game state.

The RAM clear switch 105 is also a switch for switching the set value in the setting change state described later. Although details will be described later in a flowchart, for example, when the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once in a state where the set value “1” is displayed on the display 104 described later, the set value “1” to the set value “2”. When the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once again, the setting value “2” is switched to the setting value “3”, and thereafter, each time the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once, the setting value “4” is set. When the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once in the state where the setting value "6" is displayed on the display 104 after switching to "5" and the setting value "6", the setting value "6" changes to the setting value "1". It is designed to switch to.

Although the RAM clear switch 105 is provided on the main control board 100, if it can be input to the main control board 100, the RAM clear switch 105 may be provided, for example, on the power supply board 400 or directly on the middle frame 3.

Further, the main control board 100 is provided with a key hole 31 for changing the setting. The setting change keyhole 31 is used when setting any one of the setting values of a plurality of stages described later. Specifically, a setting change key (not shown) managed by a clerk of the game shop is inserted into the setting change key hole 31 and rotated 90 degrees clockwise (rotated from the vertical direction to the horizontal direction), Moreover, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (power SW 400a is turned on) while the RAM clear switch 105 is being pressed, a setting change state in which setting values can be set is set. The details of the setting change state will be described later with reference to a flowchart.

The setting change keyhole 31 is also used when confirming the currently set setting value. Specifically, a setting change key (not shown) managed by a clerk of the game store is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and rotated 90 degrees clockwise (rotated from the vertical direction to the horizontal direction), When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (power SW 400a is turned on), the setting confirmation state in which the setting value can be confirmed is set. The details of the setting confirmation state will be described later with reference to a flowchart.

Although the setting change keyhole 31 is provided on the main control board 100, the installation location is not limited to this. For example, the setting change keyhole 31 may be provided in the middle frame 3.

A display 104 is provided on the main control board 100. On the display unit 104, the setting value is displayed if the setting is changed or the setting is confirmed. If the setting is not changed or the setting is not confirmed, for example, "(in the normal gaming state The game performance information calculated by the calculation formula of the number of payouts of game balls/the number of outs in the normal game state)×100” is displayed.

It should be noted that the game performance information can be calculated for each interrupt (for example, every 4 ms) in a state that is not in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state (for example, the state where the interrupt permission is given in step S18 of FIG. 11). At every predetermined display timing (for example, every 5 seconds), the current section and the past three sections (one section before, two sections before, and three sections before three sections before) are displayed. It is possible. That is, the display of the current section→the predetermined time has passed (5 seconds have passed)→the past section (1) has been displayed→the predetermined time has passed (5 seconds have passed)→the past section (2) has been displayed→the predetermined time has passed (5 seconds) Switching display is performed such as (elapsed)→display of past section (3)→elapse of predetermined time (elapse of 5 seconds)→display of current section. The details regarding the game performance information will be described later in the flowchart.

(Structure of game board 6)
As shown in FIG. 3, the game board 6 is formed of a transparent synthetic resin material, and the image display device 26 is detachably assembled on the back surface side. In addition, the game board 6 is formed with a game area 7 in which the game balls can roll, and an outer rail member 18 and an inner rail for guiding the game balls launched from the launching device to the game area 7. A member 19 is formed. In addition, in the game area 7, a gate member 20 through which a game ball can pass, a first starting port 21 into which the game ball can enter, and a stage 17 for facilitating entry into the first starting port 21. , A second starting opening 22 into which a game ball can enter, a normal winning opening 23 into which a game ball can enter, and a large winning opening into which a game ball can enter when a hit game described later is being executed. 24, an outlet 25 for discharging a game ball that has not entered any of the winning openings to the outside of the game area (game ball discharge gutter), a movable body 28 movable in the vertical direction, and others (not shown) Game nails and windmills are provided.

In addition, a plurality of board lighting devices 29 (for example, full-color LEDs) are provided on the game board 6, and when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered on, the pachinko machine emits light in a predetermined light emitting pattern. The decorativeness of the gaming machine 1 is enhanced. For example, as shown by reference numeral 29 in FIG. 3, the board lighting device 29 can entirely decorate the game area 7 of the game board 6, and the members around the image display device 26 (so-called “center”). It is possible to decorate the character") as a whole. Further, in order to make the display contents of the image display device 26 stand out, all the panel lighting devices 29 can be turned off. Further, the predetermined light emitting pattern is composed of a plurality of light emitting patterns that define the light emitting speed, the light emitting color, the LED that emits light, the LED that does not emit light, and the like.

Further, between the game board 6 and the image display device 26 or on the game board 6, a light guide plate 34 capable of displaying a predetermined image by irradiating light from the side surface is provided. The light guide plate 34 is made of a transparent acrylic member, and a character or the like is processed in a predetermined area of the acrylic member, and the processed character or the like is displayed by irradiating light from the side surface. Possible (visible to the player). On the other hand, when the side surface is not illuminated with light, the processed character or the like cannot be displayed (invisible to the player). An example of the effect of this light guide plate will be described later.

(About the gate member 20)
The gate member 20 is provided in the right center part of the game area 7, and allows the game ball to pass when a so-called "right hitting" is performed in which the game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7. Has become. In addition, it is always open upwards and always allows the game balls to pass. Then, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, a "passage gate detection time process" described later is performed, and "whether or not a protruding member (not shown) provided in the second starting opening 22 is projected" is normal. The "per symbol determination process" is performed, and after the normal symbol variation time has elapsed, the "normal symbol variation game" for deriving the determination result of the regular symbol variation determination process is executed.

When the game ball further passes through the gate member 20 while the normal symbol variation game based on the passage to the gate member 20 is being executed, the execution of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage is suspended. It is possible to hold up to "4" at the maximum except for the normal symbol variation game being executed. Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a reserved storage area for the normal symbol fluctuation game is provided, and the reserved storage area corresponds to the “corresponding fluctuation storage area” corresponding to the currently changing normal symbol fluctuation game, The "first storage area" corresponding to the normal symbol fluctuation game that is performed after the changing normal symbol fluctuation game ends, and thereafter, the "second memory area", the "third memory area", and the "fourth memory area". When the normal symbol fluctuation game which is currently fluctuating ends the fluctuation, the judgment information (random number value) stored in the “first memory area” is stored in the “variable memory area”. The determination information (random number value) stored in the “second storage area” is transferred to the “first storage area”, and the determination information stored in the “third storage area” is stored in the “second storage area” The information (random number value) is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the “fourth storage area” is transferred to the “third storage area”, and the “fourth storage area” becomes empty.

(About the first starting port 21)
The first starting opening 21 is provided in the central portion of the game area 7, and the game ball enters when the game ball is launched on the left side of the game area 7, that is, when so-called "left hitting" is performed. It is possible. In addition, it is always open upwards and always allows game balls to enter. Then, when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21, for example, a game ball of "3" ball is paid out as a prize ball, and if any of the reserved storage areas other than the prize ball is empty, a special symbol. Performs a hit determination process, variably displays a special symbol and a decorative symbol image described below, and a fourth symbol image, and derives a determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of a special symbol hit determination process after a lapse of a variation time described below. The symbol variation game (fixed display) is executed.

If a game ball enters the first starting opening 21 while the symbol changing game based on entering the first starting opening 21 is being executed, execution of the symbol changing game based on the entering ball is suspended. With the exception of the symbol variation game being executed, up to "4" can be held.

Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a pending storage area for the symbol variation game is provided, and the pending storage area is currently varying with the “variable storage area” corresponding to the currently varying symbol variation game. The “first storage area” corresponding to the symbol variation game that is performed after the symbol variation game is finished, and hereinafter, the “second storage area”, the “third storage area”, and the “fourth storage area”. It is composed of. Then, when the symbol fluctuation game which is currently fluctuating with the determination information (random number value) stored in all the reserved storage areas ends the fluctuation, it is changed to “the concerned variable storage area” and “the first storage area”. The stored determination information (random number value) is transferred to the “first storage area”, the determination information (random value) stored to the “second storage area” is transferred to the “second storage area”, The determination information (random number value) stored in the “third storage area” is transferred, the determination information (random number value) stored in the “fourth storage area” is transferred to the “third storage area”, and the “fourth storage area” is stored. The "storage area" becomes empty.

The first starting port 21 is a ball entrance into which the game ball can enter, but it may be formed of a passage area through which the game ball can pass.

(About the second starting port 22)
The second starting opening 22 is provided in the center right part of the game area 7, and when the so-called "right hit" is performed, in which the game ball is launched to the right side of the game area 7, the game ball enters. Sphere is possible. Further, unlike the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22 is not always open upward, and in principle does not allow game balls to enter (in a "closed" state). That is, the second starting opening 22 has a projecting member capable of projecting to the front side, and only when the projecting member projects to the front side (when it is in the "open" state), the game ball can enter. It will be possible.

About whether or not to allow the game ball to enter by projecting the projecting member to the front side, when it is determined that the normal symbol hits in the normal symbol hit determination process, the "opening and closing of the second starting opening" in FIG. It is possible to open and close in the opening and closing mode shown in “Mode”. Then, when a game ball enters the second starting opening 22, for example, a game ball of "2" ball is paid out as a prize ball, and if any of the reserved storage areas other than the prize ball is empty, the symbol variation The game runs.

In addition, when the game ball enters the second starting port 22 while the symbol changing game based on the ball entering the second starting port 22 is being executed, the execution of the symbol changing game based on the entering ball is suspended. With the exception of the symbol variation game being executed, up to "4" can be held. The specific configuration of the main RAM 103 relating to the holding is the same as that of the above-mentioned first starting port 21, and thus the description thereof will be omitted.

In addition, although the protruding member that is movable in the front-rear direction is used as the second starting port 22, a so-called “electric tulip” having a movable wing piece may be used.

Further, the second starting port 22 is a ball entry port into which the game ball can enter, but it may be configured with a passage area through which the game ball can pass.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 and the second starting opening 22, the special symbol hit determination processing is performed, and the special symbol, the decorative symbol image, and the fourth symbol image are variably displayed. By deriving (determining display) the determination result (special symbol, decorative symbol image, and fourth symbol image) of the special symbol hit determination process after the lapse of the variable time, a series of flows such as "symbol variable game" may be called. , May be simply referred to as "1 variation game". Further, the execution of the "symbol changing game" may be referred to as "variable display".

In addition, when the game ball of "1" enters the first starting opening 21, the game ball of "1" enters in the "first special symbol display 27a" and the "image display device 26". When the "symbol variation game" based on the sphere is executed and the game ball of "1" enters the second starting opening 22, the "second special symbol display device 27b" and the "image display device 26" In, the "symbol variation game" based on the entry of the game ball of "1" is executed. Therefore, the "symbol changing game" is a general term for the games performed by the "first special symbol display device 27a", the "image display device 26", and the "second special symbol display device 27b". The image display device 26" is a general term for the games played in.

Further, in the present embodiment, after the variation time in the symbol variation game has elapsed, the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process (special symbol and decorative symbol image and fourth symbol image) is derived (special symbol and ornament). The symbol image and the fourth symbol image) are referred to as "confirmed display". On the other hand, in the symbol variation game, temporarily stopping the decorative symbol image before the variable time elapses is referred to as “temporary stop display” of the decorative symbol image. Examples of the “temporary stop display” include “reach” described later and “sway fluctuation display” before “fixed display”. The "rocking fluctuation display" before the "fixed display" means, for example, that the decorative pattern image is "temporarily stopped" at "767" or the like, and is "fixedly displayed" at "767" as it is, or " The display of the loss of "767" is "temporary stop display", the reverse display is performed to derive "777" and then "777" is "fixed display", or the variable display performed at the branch point of To be

(Regular prize hole 23)
There are a total of "4" regular prize holes 23, which are "3" in the lower left part of the game area 7 and "1" in the lower right part. , When the so-called "left hitting" is performed, the game ball can be entered, and the "1" ordinary winning openings 23 at the lower right are when the so-called "right hitting" is performed. A game ball can be entered. Further, like the first starting opening 21, the normal winning opening 23 is always open upward, and always allows a game ball to enter. Then, when a game ball enters the normal winning opening 23, for example, a game ball of "8" is paid out as a prize ball. The arrangement position of the normal winning opening 23 can be arbitrarily changed, and the number may be less than "4". Further, the number of prize balls may be different between the "3" normal winning openings 23 at the lower left and the "1" normal winning openings 23 at the lower right.

(About the prize hole 24)
The special winning opening 24 is provided in the lower right portion of the game area 7, and a game ball can enter when a so-called "right hit" is performed. Further, the big winning opening 24 has an opening/closing door, and when it is determined to be a hit in the special symbol hitting determination process, a hit game is executed, the opening/closing door is tilted to the front side, and a game ball is entered. Tolerate. When a game ball enters the special winning opening 24, for example, a game ball of "12" balls is paid out as a prize ball.

Here, in the winning game, the opening/closing door of the special winning opening 24 is opened (tilted to the front side) over the number of granted rounds shown in FIG. Then, per round, it is opened (tilted to the front side) for 29.5S (S=seconds), and the entry of 10 game balls is detected by the special winning opening detection SW 24a, which will be described later, before the elapse of 29.5S. Even before 29.5S, the opening/closing 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 has passed (so-called "attacker full open") before the entry of 10 game balls is detected by the special winning opening detection SW 24a, the opening/closing door is closed and the process proceeds to the next round. become. In this case, one round game ends without reaching the prescribed number of balls per round of 10 balls, which is disadvantageous to the player.

In the present embodiment, the opening/closing door that tilts forward is used as the special winning opening 24, but a so-called “electric tulip” may be used, or a “shutter member” that moves forward and backward may be used. Good.

(About the image display device 26)
The image display device 26 has a display area over almost the entire area, is provided so as to be located above the stage 17, and can display a symbol variation game and effect images in the display area. That is, the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 or the second starting opening 22, and based on the special symbol hit determination process being performed, the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, the right decoration The pattern image 26c is changed (vertical scroll) in the variable display area. In addition, whether the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 or the game ball enters the second starting opening 22, the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative are common. The pattern image 26c is changed (vertical scrolling) in the variable display area (the special pattern display is different, but the decorative pattern image used in the image display device 26 is common).

Then, the effect image is displayed within the later-described variation time, and when the variation time elapses, if it is a hit, for example, "7" is stopped for each decorative pattern image, and the combination of the decorative symbols of "777" is set. By confirming and displaying, it is notified that it is a hit. On the other hand, in the case of the loss, for example, the combination of the decorative patterns of “765” is confirmed and displayed to notify the loss.

Further, apart from each decorative design image, the fourth design image 26d (the "4"th design following the above-mentioned left decorative design image 26a, middle decorative design image 26b, right decorative design image 26c) is displayed on the right of the display area. It can be displayed below, and variable display and fixed display are possible in synchronization with each decorative pattern image. Further, the image display device 26 displays a first starting opening reserved number image 26e that displays the number of holdings of the symbol variation game in the first starting opening 21 as "0" to "4", and a symbol variation in the second starting opening 22. The second starting opening reservation number image 26f that displays the number of games held as "0" to "4", and the first starting opening that displays the number of holdings of the pattern variation game in the first starting opening 21 as a holding ball image The first holding ball image display area 26g, the first starting opening second holding ball image displaying area 26h, the first starting opening third holding ball image displaying area 26i, the first starting opening fourth holding ball image 26 displaying area j and ( In FIG. 3, simply indicated as “g”, “h”, “i”, and “j”), the second starting opening number that displays the number of holdings of the symbol variation game in the second starting opening 22 as a holding ball image. 1 reserve ball image display area 26k, 2nd starting mouth 2nd reserve ball image display area 26l, 2nd starting mouth 3rd reserve ball image display area 26m, 2nd starting mouth 4th reserve ball image display area 26n (FIG. 3). , Can be displayed simply as “k”, “l”, “m”, and “n”).

The number of reservations displayed in the first starting opening reserved number image 26e and the number of reservations displayed in the first starting opening first reserved sphere image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth reserved sphere image display area 26j. Is always synchronized and is displayed in the second starting opening first holding ball image display area 26k to the second starting opening fourth holding ball image display area 26n and the number of holdings displayed in the second starting opening reserved number image 26f. Be sure to synchronize with the number of holds that are made. For example, when displaying "4" in the first starting opening reserved number image 26e, "4" is displayed in the first starting opening first holding ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth holding ball image display area 26j. 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 can display the symbol images of "1" to "8", and the special symbol hit determination process is performed. If the judgment result is a hit, it is possible to display any combination of symbols "111", "222", "333", "444", "555", "666", "777", and "888". Is.

On the other hand, when the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process is a loss, it is possible to display a combination of symbols other than the above-described symbol combination. If it is a loss, in the special symbol variation pattern to be described later, when a special symbol variation pattern accompanied by "reach" is determined, for example, a combination of symbols such as "767" is fixedly displayed, and a special symbol without "reach" is displayed. When the symbol variation pattern is decided, for example, the symbol combination such as "765" is confirmed and displayed.

In addition, "reach" means that the left decorative design image 26a and the right decorative design image 26c display the same numerical image (temporary stop display), and the middle decorative design image 26b is variably displayed. In the present embodiment, when the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is a hit, it is configured to always go through the “reach”, so that the player can expect the hit. You can say that.

Note that the fourth symbol image 26d may simply display a single-digit number, may display a two-digit number, or may be a big hit due to the difference in the emission color, instead of the combination of the above-mentioned symbols. It may be possible to identify the type of the symbol, the loss, or the symbol.

Further, the image display device 26, in the normal symbol variation display area 26o (upper right of the image display device 26), the normal symbol image based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 and the normal symbol hit determination process has been performed. Fluctuate. The normal symbol image is composed of a "○" symbol image for notifying that it is a normal symbol, and an "x" symbol image for notifying that it is a normal symbol loss, and executes the fluctuation of the ordinary symbol. When it is, the "○" symbol image and the "x" symbol image are alternately turned on. Then, when the variation time of the normal symbol elapses, the symbol image corresponding to the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process is turned on, and the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process is notified.

(About symbol display device 27)
The symbol display device 27 is provided outside the game area (outside the outer rail member 18) of the game board 6, which is an area different from the game area 7. In the symbol display device 27, as shown in FIG. 4, the display control is performed by the main control board 100, and the first special symbol for executing the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the first starting opening 21. A display 27a and a second special symbol display 27b for executing a symbol variation game based on a game ball entering the second starting opening 22 are provided. Here, the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b are configured by "7" segment display device, in the symbol variation game, from the start of variation of the special symbol "-" ( (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 (fixed display), and if it is a hit, for example, , “7” is lit (confirmed). That is, the “special symbol” refers to a symbol whose display is controlled by the main control board 100.

In the present embodiment, the "special symbol", the above-mentioned left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, the right decorative symbol image 26c, and the fourth symbol image 26d are simply referred to as "symbols" or "identification". "Information".

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and indicates the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the first starting opening 21. The 1st special symbol reservation indicator 27c which displays, and the 2nd special symbol reservation indicator 27d which displays the number of reservations of the design fluctuation game which is based on the fact that the game ball enters the 2nd starting mouth 22 is provided. ing.

The first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d are each composed of "2" dot LED indicators, and are held by "extinguished", "lit", and "flashing". It is possible to display the number of. For example, when the number of reservations is "0", all dot LED indicators are "lighted out", and when the number of reservations is "1", one is "lighted" and the other is "lighted out". If the number of holds is "2", both are "lit", and if the number of holds is "3", one is "lighted" and the other is "flashing", and the number of holds is In the case of "4", both are "blinking".

Further, the first special symbol reservation display 27c, the number of reservations displayed as the above-described first starting opening reserved number image 26e, the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g ~ the first starting opening fourth. The number of reservations displayed in the reservation ball image display area 26j is always synchronized, and the second special symbol reservation display 27d displays the number of reservations displayed as the above-mentioned second starting opening reservation number image 26f and the second. It is always synchronized with the number of reservations displayed as the starting opening first holding sphere image display area 26k to the second starting opening fourth holding sphere image display area 26n. For example, when both the first special symbol reservation display 27c "blinks" (when the number of reservations is "4"), "4" is displayed as the first starting opening reservation number image 26e, and the first start "4" holding ball images are displayed in the mouth first holding ball image display area 26g to the first starting mouth fourth holding ball image display area 26j.

Further, in the symbol display device 27, as shown in FIG. 4, the display is controlled by the main control board 100, and the ordinary symbol display device for executing the ordinary symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20. 27e is provided. The normal symbol display device 27e is composed of "2" dot LED display devices, and in the normal symbol variation game, one mode is turned on and the other mode is turned off from the start of variation, and one mode is turned off and the other mode is turned off. When the timing for deriving the determination result of the normal symbol hitting determination process is repeatedly executed with the mode of turning on, if there is a loss, one is turned on and the other is turned off, and a fixed display is performed, and if it is a universal symbol , And one is turned off and the other is turned on to perform a confirmation display.

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to display the number of holdings of the normal symbol variation game based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20. A normal symbol hold display 27f is provided. In addition, the normal symbol reservation display 27f, like the above-mentioned first special symbol reservation display 27c and the second special symbol reservation display 27d, is composed of "2" dot LED display, the reservation Since the display mode of the number of is also the same, detailed description will be omitted.

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and indicates the number of times of opening the special winning opening 24 in the above-mentioned winning game, “the number of rounds (giving round of FIG. 6). A round display 27g is provided for displaying "see number". The round indicator 27g is composed of "2" dot LED indicators, one of which lights up when the "5 round winning game" is being executed, and the other "10 round winning game". Lights when is running. In addition, in the present embodiment, since the "5 round winning game" and the "10 round winning game" are provided, it is configured by "2" dot LED display devices. The number of dot LED displays can be changed according to the number of games. For example, when a winning game of “3” types is provided as a winning game, it can be configured with “3” dot LED displays.

(Internal structure of pachinko gaming machine 1)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300, and a power supply board 400 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 that it is possible. The main control board 100 and the payout control board 300 are connected to each other via a harness or the like so that bidirectional communication is possible. 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 performance control board 200, and the payout control board 300. It is connected so that it can be supplied.

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 is connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like so as to enable input from various SWs, and display control to various display devices, Further, the respective solenoids are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board or the like so that the drive control can be performed. In addition, the production control board 200 is connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like so that input from various SWs is possible, and display control on various display devices is possible. It is connected via a relay board or the like.

(About main control board 100)
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 has a main CPU 101 that performs control processing, a main ROM 102 that stores a control program necessary for the control processing, and a main read/write main that is necessary for the control processing. A RAM 103 is provided. Although not shown, an interrupt controller circuit that gives an interrupt signal to the main CPU 101, a hard random number generation circuit that generates random numbers in a certain range, and the like are provided in addition to these. The control process in the main CPU 101 will be described later in detail using a flowchart.

Further, the main RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for managing various information. For example, a setting value storage area for storing information of setting values, a special symbol state flag storage area for storing the state of a special symbol, a game state storage area for storing a game state, a winning game state storage area for storing a state in a winning game Are listed.

Further, the main RAM 103 is provided with a counter for managing various information (time and number of times). For example, a time management counter for managing various times, a time saving counter for managing the number of times saved, and a round number counter for managing the number of rounds in a winning game can be cited.

(About production control board 200)
As shown in FIG. 4, on the effect control board 200, a sub CPU 201 that performs effect control processing, a sub ROM 202 that stores a control program necessary for the effect control processing, and a read/write necessary for the effect control processing are provided. A possible sub-RAM 203 is provided.

Although not shown, an interrupt controller circuit that gives an interrupt signal to the sub CPU 201, a hard random number generation circuit that generates random numbers in a certain range, and the like are provided in addition to these. Further, as the effect control, display control of the image display device 26, audio output control of the speaker 10, light emission control of the light emitting device 9 and a panel lighting device 29 described later, and a panel drive device 30 described later are performed. Drive control of the movable body 28 is performed, and a VDP (Video Display Processor), an image ROM or VRAM that controls display of the image display device 26, a sound source IC, a voice ROM, a voice RAM, or light emission that controls voice output of the speaker 10. A lamp CPU, a lamp ROM, a lamp RAM, and the like that control the light emission of the device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 are provided. The control process 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 is provided with a payout CPU 301 for performing payout control processing, a payout ROM 302 for storing a control program required for the payout control processing, and reading and writing necessary for the payout control processing. A possible payout RAM 303 is provided. Further, a payout device 304 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and 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 the information that the game sphere is detected from the first starting opening detection SW 21a described later is input, the main control board 100 is set to pay out the "3" award ball. A payout command signal is transmitted from 100 to the payout control board 300, and the payout control board 300, which has received the signal, controls the payout device 304 to pay a prize ball of "3" to the upper tray 5a. Then, when the payout of the "3" sphere prize balls is completed, a payout completion signal is transmitted from the payout control board 300 to the main control board 100, and the information for detecting the game sphere is input from the first starting opening detection SW 21a. Completing the payout of the game ball for what was done.

In addition, the 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 the player touching the above-mentioned handle touch sensor provided on the firing handle 8. This information is input, and the rotation amount of the firing handle 8 is input according to the amount of a firing volume (not shown) provided on the firing handle 8.

Further, a launching device 305 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the launching device 305, a game ball is launched into the game area 7. Specifically, when the player holds the firing handle 8 from the firing handle 8 or inputs the rotation amount of the firing handle 8, the payout control board 300 fires according to the rotation amount of the firing handle 8. The launch device 305 is controlled by the strength 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 receive an input signal from the ball lending button 12 shown in FIG. When the lend button 12 is operated by the player, the payout control board 300 controls the payout device 304 to perform a number corresponding to “1” operation of the ball lend button 12 (for example, “125” ball). ) The game ball of () is paid out to the upper tray 5a.

(About power supply board 400)
As shown in FIG. 4, the power supply board 400 is connected to the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and as described above, a power plug (not shown). The external electric power is supplied to 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 or the like for converting external electric power (AC 100 V) into DC 24 V.

(Regarding frame open detection SW3a)
The frame opening detection SW 3a is provided in the middle frame 3, and when the glass frame 4 is opened, the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are opened, or the middle frame 3 is opened. It is possible to detect the "open" state such as "," and the "closed" state when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are closed. That is, the frame opening detection SW 3a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and in the above-mentioned "closed" state, the information of the closed state is input to the main control board 100. Will be. On the other hand, in the above-mentioned "open" state, the information in the above-mentioned closed state is not input to the main control board 100, and thus the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) is in the above-mentioned "open" state. Can be detected.

(About gate detection SW 20a)
The gate detection SW 20a is provided inside the passage opening of the gate member 20 of the game board 6 and is a SW for detecting that the 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 (main CPU 101) that has input the detected information does not execute the normal symbol fluctuation game on the normal symbol suspension display 27f, and the number of suspensions of the normal symbol fluctuation game is "0". If it is, it is controlled to execute the normal symbol variation game immediately, and if the number of suspensions of the ordinary symbol variation game is "1" to "3", execution of the regular symbol variation game is suspended. When the number of suspension of the normal symbol variation game is “4”, control is performed so that the execution of the ordinary symbol variation game is not suspended.

(Regarding the first starting opening detection SW 21a)
The first starting opening detection SW 21a is provided inside the winning opening of the first starting opening 21 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the first starting opening 21. That is, the first starting opening detection SW 21a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be done. Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which has input the detected information, pays out the game balls of “3” to the payout control board 300 as the prize balls due to the game balls having entered the first starting opening 21. Perform processing to cause it.

Further, the main control board 100, when the input is made from the first starting opening detection SW21a, does not execute the symbol variation game in any of the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b. And, if the number of reservations of the first special symbol reservation display 27c and the second special symbol reservation display 27d is "0", immediately execute the symbol variation game on the first special symbol display 27a. Control, and the number of holdings of the symbol variation game in the first special symbol suspension display 27c is "1" to "3", it is controlled so as to suspend the execution of the symbol variation game, and the first special symbol. When the number of holdings of the symbol changing game on the holding display 27c is "4", it is controlled not to hold the execution of the symbol changing game.

Further, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), the symbol variation game in the first special symbol reservation display 27c, except when the number of the symbol variation game on the first special symbol reservation display 27c is "4" The first start opening winning award command indicating that the number of holdings of No. 1 has been updated (increased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. Thereby, also in the effect control board 200, it is possible to recognize the number of pending symbols in the symbol variation game on the first special symbol pending indicator 27c. In addition, you may transmit the 1st starting opening winning command to the production|generation control board 200, when the number of hold|maintenances of the symbol variation game in the 1st special symbol reservation display 27c is "4".

(Regarding the second starting opening detection SW 22a)
The second starting opening detection SW 22a is provided inside the winning opening of the second starting opening 22 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the second starting opening 22. That is, the second start opening detection SW 22a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be done. Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which has input the detected information, pays out the game balls of “2” balls to the payout control board 300 as the prize balls due to the fact that the game balls have entered the second starting opening 22. Perform processing to cause it.

Further, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), when the input from the second starting opening detection SW22a is performed, the symbol variation game is executed in any of the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b. If not, and if the number of reservations of the second special symbol reservation display 27d is "0", immediately control to execute the symbol variation game on the second special symbol display 27b, When the number of symbols held in the symbol variation game on the 2 special symbol hold display 27d is "1" to "3", control is performed so that the execution of the symbol variation game is held on the second special symbol hold display 27d. When the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game is “4”, it is controlled not to suspend the execution of the symbol variation game.

In addition, the main control board 100, except when the number of symbols held by the symbol variation game on the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is "4", the number of symbols held by the symbol variation game on the second special symbol hold indicator 27d. The second start opening winning a prize command indicating that the game has been updated (increased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. Thereby, also in the effect control board 200, it is possible to recognize the number of holdings of the symbol variation game on the second special symbol holding display 27d. In addition, you may transmit the 2nd starting opening winning command to the production|generation control board 200, when the number of hold|maintenances of the symbol variation game in the 2nd special symbol hold display 27d is "4".

(Regarding the second opening/closing solenoid 22b)
The second starting opening/closing solenoid 22b is provided behind the second starting opening 22 and is a solenoid for causing the projecting member provided in the second starting opening 22 to perform the opening/closing operation. That is, the second start opening/closing solenoid 22b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) normally determines whether or not a normal symbol is hit in the symbol hit determination process. When the determination is made, the second starting opening opening/closing solenoid 22b is drive-controlled in order to open/close in the opening/closing manner shown in "opening/closing manner of second starting opening" in FIG.

(Regarding normal winning hole detection SW23a)
The normal winning opening detection SW 23a is provided inside 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, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) that has input the detected information pays out the game balls of "8" balls to the payout control board 300 as the prize balls due to the game balls entering the normal winning opening 23. Perform processing to cause it.

(About big winning opening detection SW 24a)
The special winning opening detection SW 24a is provided inside 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, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 that has input the detected information is a process for causing the payout control board 300 to pay out a game ball of “10” as a prize ball due to the game ball 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, also in the production control board 200, it is possible to recognize the entering situation of the game ball into the special winning opening 24.

(About the big prize opening solenoid 24b)
The special winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b is provided behind the special winning opening 24, and is a solenoid for opening and closing the opening/closing door provided in the special winning opening 24. That is, the special winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the main control board 100 determines that the hit is made in the "special symbol hit determination process", The special winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b is drive-controlled in order to open/close the opening/closing door for the number of grant rounds of FIG.

(About the outlet detection switch 25a)
The outlet detection SW 25a is provided inside the inlet of the outlet 25 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the outlet 25. That is, the outlet detection SW 25a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. It will be. Thereby, the number of outs can be grasped in the main control board 100.

(About the first special symbol display 27a)
The first special symbol display device 27a is provided in the symbol display device 27 and is display-controlled by the main control board 100 to execute a symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the first starting opening 21. Is an indicator. That is, the first special symbol display 27a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) is a symbol variation in the first special symbol display 27a. When the execution condition of the game is satisfied, display control of the symbol variation game is performed on the first special symbol display device 27a. The execution condition of the symbol variation game on the first special symbol display 27a is satisfied, and a negative determination is made in the process of step S105-2-4 in the "special symbol variation start process" (see Fig. 19) described later. The time is applicable.

(About the second special symbol display 27b)
The second special symbol display device 27b is provided in the symbol display device 27, display control is performed by the main control board 100, and in order to execute the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the second starting opening 22. Is an indicator. That is, the second special symbol display 27b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) is a symbol variation in the second special symbol display 27b. When the execution condition of the game is satisfied, the display control of the symbol variation game is performed on the second special symbol display device 27b. In addition, when the execution condition of the symbol variation game on the second special symbol display 27b is satisfied, a negative determination is made in the process of step S105-2-1 in the "special symbol variation start process" (see FIG. 19). Applicable

(About the first special symbol reservation display 27c)
The first special symbol hold display 27c is provided in the symbol display device 27, the display is controlled by the main control board 100, and the symbol variation game is held based on the game ball entering the first starting opening 21. It is an indicator for displaying a number. That is, the first special symbol reservation display 27c and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 detects the game ball from the first starting opening detection SW 21a. If you enter, the display control of the first special symbol reservation display 27c (when the light is turned off or turned on, or blinked after turning on) when the upper limit value (“4” pieces) for holding is not reached. On the other hand, when the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the currently changing first starting opening 21 ends, the display control of the first special symbol suspension display 27c (blinking to lighting, or lighting to turning off) Let me).

(About the second special symbol reservation display 27d)
The second special symbol hold display 27d is provided in the symbol display device 27, the display is controlled by the main control board 100, and the symbol variation game is held based on the game ball entering the second starting opening 22. It is an indicator for displaying a number. That is, the second special symbol reservation display 27d and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 detects the game ball from the second starting opening detection SW 22a. If the upper limit value (“4” pieces) of the hold is not reached, the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is display-controlled (turned off or turned on, or blinked from turned on). On the other hand, when the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the currently fluctuating second starting opening 22 is finished, the display control of the second special symbol suspension display 27d is performed (from blinking to lighting or from lighting to unlit). Let me).

(Regular symbol display 27e)
The normal symbol display device 27e is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is a display device for executing a normal symbol variation game whose display is controlled by the main control board 100. That is, the normal symbol display 27e and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) executes the normal symbol variation game on the normal symbol display 27e. When the conditions are established, the normal symbol display game 27e controls the display of the normal symbol variation game.

(Regarding the normal symbol hold display 27f)
The normal symbol hold display 27f is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and displays the number of hold of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20. It is an indicator for. That is, the normal symbol hold display 27f and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) displays the information obtained by detecting the game ball from the gate detection SW 20a. When input, if the upper limit value of reservation ("4" pieces) has not been reached, display control of the normal symbol reservation display 27f is performed (light is turned off or light is turned on or light is blinked). On the other hand, when the currently fluctuating normal symbol fluctuation game ends, the normal symbol hold display 27f is display-controlled (blinking to turn on, or turning on to turn off).

(About round indicator 27g)
The round display device 27g is provided in the symbol display device 27 and is a display device which is display-controlled by the main control board 100 and displays the number of times the special winning opening 24 is opened in the above-described winning game. That is, 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 process" ends, and the first At the timing of displaying the special symbol indicating the hit on the special symbol display device 27a or the second special symbol display device 27b (for example, "7"), the round display device 27g corresponding to the determined hit game is turned on. Then, when the winning game is being executed, the round display 27g is continuously controlled to be turned on, and when the winning game is finished, the round display 27g is controlled to be turned off. In the present embodiment, the round indicator 27g is provided because it has 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 magnetic sensor 32)
The magnetic sensors 32 are provided at a plurality of places on the game board 6 and are sensors for detecting abnormal magnetism exceeding a predetermined specified value. That is, the magnetic sensor 32 and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when abnormal magnetism that exceeds a predetermined specified value is detected, the detected information is the main control board. 100 will be input. This allows the main control board 100 to detect abnormal magnetism.

(About the radio wave sensor 33)
The radio wave sensors 33 are provided at a plurality of places on the game board 6 and are sensors for detecting an abnormal radio wave that exceeds a predetermined specified value. That is, the radio wave sensor 33 and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when an abnormal radio wave that exceeds a predetermined specified value is detected, the detected information is the main control board. 100 will be input. This allows the main control board 100 to detect abnormal radio waves.

(About light emitting device 9)
As described with reference to FIG. 1, the light emitting device 9 is composed of a lamp, an LED and the like, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by emitting light. For example, if the information indicating the closed state is not input from the frame opening detection SW 3a described above, the light is emitted in the light emitting mode informing that the middle frame 3 is in the open state. That is, the light emitting device 9 and the production control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the light emitting device 9 emits light under the control of the production control board 200.

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

(Regarding the panel lighting device 29)
The board lighting device 29 is provided on the game board 6 as described above, and like the light emitting device 9 provided on the glass frame 4 described above, the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by emitting light. That is, the panel lighting device 29 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the board illumination device 29 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200.

(Regarding the panel drive device 30)
The board drive 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 production control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the board drive device 30 controls the drive under the control of the production control board 200.

(About movable body 28)
The movable body 28 is provided on the game board 6 and can perform operations such as “fall”, “swing”, and “rotate”. By performing these operations, it is suggested that a winning game may be given. Further, the movable body 28 can be moved in front of the image display device 26, as shown in FIG. 55 and the like. Further, when the movable body 28 moves, a part of the display area of the image display device 26 is covered. Therefore, the movable body 28 moves so that part of the display content displayed in the display area of the image display device 26. Or it becomes difficult to see all. Note that, in FIG. 55 and the like, although the movable body 28 is moved to cover a part of the display area of the image display device 26, the entire display area of the image display device 26 may be covered.

(About production button detection SW 14a)
The effect button detection SW 14a is provided on the effect button 14, and is a SW for detecting that the player has pressed the effect button 14 while 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 that has input the information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed controls the effect corresponding to the press of the effect button 14 via the image display device 26 or the speaker 10. Here, in the effect button 14, for example, in the symbol variation game, the operation valid period is set for a predetermined time, and the effect button detection SW 14a detects only the pressing when the operation valid period is set.

(About production lever detection SW 15a)
The effect lever detection SW 15a is provided on the effect lever 15, and is a SW for detecting that the effect lever 15 is 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, in the effect lever 15, for example, in the symbol variation game, the operation effective period is set for a predetermined time, and the effect lever detection SW 15a detects only the operation when the operation effective period is set.

(About 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 player presses the cross key button 16. That is, the cross key detection SW 16a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or 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, the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9 and the amount of light emitted from the image display device 26 can be adjusted. Specifically, pressing the up button of the cross key button 16 can increase the light amount (in steps), and pressing the down button of the cross key button 16 can decrease the light amount (in steps). When the right direction button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be increased (stepwise), and when the left direction button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be decreased (stepwise). ..

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

The adjustment of the amount of light and the adjustment of the volume can be performed when the symbol variation game is not being executed, but may be executable even when the symbol variation game is being executed. In this case, it is preferable that the level gauge image or the adjustment sound is not emitted, or the adjustment sound is displayed at a small size and output at a low volume for adjustment. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the effect image corresponding to the symbol variation game and the effect sound from being disturbed by the level gauge image and the adjustment sound.

(About special symbol hit determination table)
The special symbol hit determination table of FIG. 5(A) is stored in the main ROM 102. Here, in the present embodiment, the setting value of "6" can be set. Then, when "1" is set as the setting value, the main CPU 101 refers to the special symbol hitting determination table for the setting value "1" shown in (A) and performs "special symbol hitting determination processing". If other setting values are set, the "special symbol hit determination process" is performed by referring to the special symbol hit determination table for each set value (not shown). Further, "common to the first starting opening and the second starting opening" is referred to specially regardless of whether the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 or the second starting opening 22. It is shown that the symbol hit determination table is common. The set value is not limited to the “6” level, and can be set arbitrarily. For example, the "4" stage or the "2" stage may be used. Further, the set value may not be provided.

In the special symbol hit determination table for the setting value (1) of (A), when the gaming state is the "normal gaming state" and when the "time saving gaming state", "special symbol hit determination process" When the probability of being judged as "hit" is "1/319" and the probability of being "missing" is "318/319", and the gaming state is "probability variation gaming state", In the "special symbol hit determination process", the probability of being hit is "1/32", and the probability of being "miss" is "31/32." That is, when the gaming state is the “probability variation gaming state”, the probability of being judged as “winning” fluctuates by about “10” times as compared with the “normal gaming state” and the “time saving gaming state”. It can be said that the probability variation gaming state is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the “normal gaming state” and the “time saving gaming state”.

In the special symbol hitting determination table for the setting value (1) of (A), the hitting determination probability is as described above, but in the special symbol hitting determination table for other setting values not shown, "special symbol" The probability of being judged as “hit” in the “hit judgment process” is different. For example, in the special symbol hit determination table for the setting value “6”, when the gaming state is the “normal gaming state” and the “time saving gaming state”, the “special symbol hit determination process” is “ The probability of being determined as "winning" is "1/280", the probability of being determined as "missing" is "279/280", and when the gaming state is "probability variation gaming state", "special symbol" In the hit determination process, the probability of being “hit” is “1/28”, and the probability of being “miss” is “27/28”. In this way, by setting different winning probabilities for each set value, it becomes easier for the gaming shop side to manage the pitch.

In addition, in the “time saving game state” and the “probability variation game state”, as compared with the “normal game state”, as shown in FIG. 5B described later and FIG. 6B described later, “normal” In the "symbol hit determination process", it is easy to hit the "hit", and an advantageous opening and closing mode is selected as the opening and closing mode of the projecting member of the second starting port 22 when hitting the "hit" The "gaming state" is the most advantageous gaming state for the player, the "time saving gaming state" is the gaming state advantageous for the player, and the "normal gaming state" is the most unfavorable gaming state for the player.

In the following, the "normal game state" and the "time saving game state" may be collectively referred to as "low probability state", and the "probability variation game state" may be referred to as "high probability state". .. Further, the "low probability state" may be referred to as "non-variable short-term" or "non-variable short-term state", and the "probability variation game state" and "time saving game state" are collectively referred to as "variable short-term". It may be called "medium", "shortened state", or "improved ball entry rate state".

(Regarding the normal symbol hit determination table)
The normal symbol hitting determination table of FIG. 5B is stored in the main ROM 102. Then, when the gaming state is the "normal gaming state", the probability of being "hit" in the "ordinary symbol hit determination process" is "4/256", and the probability of being "missed" is "hit". It becomes "252/256", and when it is in the "time saving game state" and in the "probability variation game state", the probability of being judged as "winning" in the "normal symbol winning determination process" is "251". /256”, the probability of being judged as “miss” is “5/256”. Therefore, the "normal game state" and the "probability variation game state" are more likely to be determined as "hit" in the "normal symbol hit determination process" than in the "normal game state", It can be said that the game state is advantageous for the player. In addition, in the present embodiment, the setting value is not set in the normal symbol hitting determination table, but the setting value may be set similarly to the special symbol hitting determination table. For example, the set value “6” may be easier to hit in the normal symbol hit determination than the set value “1”.

(About special symbol determination table)
In the special symbol determination table of FIG. 6(A), as a result of the "special symbol hit determination processing" being performed based on the fact that the game ball has entered the first starting opening 21, the case of "hit", and " In the case of "miss", refer to when determining the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol display 27a (1) a table for the first starting opening 21 and a game ball on the second starting opening 22. As a result of the "special symbol hit determination process" being performed based on having entered the ball, in the case of "winning" and in the case of "missing", the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the second special symbol display device 27b There are two tables, (2) a table for the second starting port 22 to be referred to when determining the above, and these are stored in the main ROM 102. Then, the main CPU 101 determines the special symbol by referring to the table corresponding to the starting opening into which the game ball enters in the "special symbol determination process" (see FIG. 19) described later.

Then, in the special symbol determination table of (1) of FIG. 6(A), as a result of the "special symbol hit determination process" being "winning", the main CPU 101, the "special symbol A", " One of the special symbols is determined from the "special symbol B" and the "special symbol C". Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21, a random number for special symbol determination is acquired, and one of the special symbols is referred to with reference to the acquired random number for special symbol determination. decide. For example, if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is “0 to 9”, the “special symbol A” is determined, and if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is “10 to 64”, the “special symbol B” Is determined, and if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is “65 to 99”, “special symbol C” is determined. Then, when the special symbol is determined, the "number of awarded rounds" and the "game state after hit" are uniquely determined. When the "special symbol A" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of granted rounds", and "probability variation game state" is given as the "game state after hit". When the "special symbol B" is determined, "5" rounds are given as the "number of granted rounds" and the "probability variation game state" is given as the "game state after hit". When the "special symbol C" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of granted rounds", and the "time saving game state" is given as the "game state after hit". On the other hand, as a result of the “special symbol hit determination process”, if the result is “miss”, the main CPU 101 determines the “special symbol D”, and the “special symbol D” has the “number of granted rounds”, and Since the "game state after hit" is not defined, the hit game is not given.

Further, in the special symbol determination table of (2) of FIG. 6A, as a result of the "special symbol hit determination process", if the result is "win", the main CPU 101, "special symbol E", " From the special symbol F”, one of the special symbols is determined. The specific determination method is the same as (1) in FIG. Then, for example, if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is “0 to 64”, the “special symbol E” is determined, and if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is “65 to 99”, the “special symbol” F” is determined. When the "special symbol E" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of granted rounds", and "probability variation game state" is given as the "game state after hit". When the "special symbol F" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of granted rounds", and the "time saving game state" is given as the "game state after hit". On the other hand, as a result of the “special symbol hit determination process” being “miss”, the main CPU 101 determines the “special symbol G”.

In this way, the ratio of the "probability variation gaming state" is "probability variation gaming state" because the first starting opening 21 is "65%" and the second starting opening 22 is also "65%". There is no difference in the rush rate into the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22. On the other hand, the "number of granted rounds" is based on the entry into the first starting opening 21 because the second starting opening 22 is always provided with "10" rounds and no "5" rounds are provided. It can be said that it is more advantageous to the player that the winning game is given based on the ball entering the second starting opening 22 than the game is given. In addition, in the present embodiment, the setting value is not provided in the special symbol determination table, but the setting value may be provided. For example, the determination rate of the special symbol may be different depending on whether the set value is “1” or the set value is “6”. In that case, the rush rate to the "probability variation game state" is common to all the set values, but the "number of granted rounds" may be different for each set value. For example, the more favorable the number of rounds may be as the set value is “6”, and the more advantageous round number may be easily provided as the setting value is “1”.

(Regular symbol determination table)
The normal symbol determination table of FIG. 6(B) is stored in the main ROM 102, and as a result of the "normal symbol hit determination process" being performed based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20, it is "hit". It is a table to be referred to when determining a normal symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the normal symbol display device 27e in some cases and in the case of "miss". Main CPU101, when the game state is "normal game state", as a result of "normal symbol hit determination process" is performed, if "win", "normal symbol related process" is performed in "normal symbol In the "determination process", "ordinary symbol A" is determined, and in the case of "miss", "ordinary symbol B" is determined. Further, the main CPU101, when the game state is "time saving game state" and when the "probability variation game state", as a result of "normal symbol hit determination process" is performed, if the "win" In the "ordinary symbol determination process" performed in the "ordinary symbol related process", the "ordinary symbol C" is determined, and in the case of "miss", the "ordinary symbol D" is determined.

In addition, even in the case of the ordinary symbol, the content to be given is uniquely determined as in the case of the special symbol described above. If "ordinary symbol A" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 is opened "1" times at "0.9S", and if "ordinary symbol B" is determined, the second starting port The protruding member 22 does not open. Further, when the "ordinary symbol C" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting opening 22 is opened "3" times at "1.8S", and when the "ordinary symbol D" is determined, the second The protruding member of the starting port 22 does not open. Therefore, when the "time saving game state" or the "probability variation game state" is "hit" rather than the "normal game state", the opening/closing mode of the protruding member of the second starting opening 22 Is advantageous, it can be said that the game state is advantageous for the player.

In the present embodiment, the setting value is not set in the normal symbol determination table, but the setting value may be set similarly to the special symbol determination table. For example, for each set value, the probability of being judged as a hit in the “normal symbol hit determination process” may be different, and in the case of the set value “6”, it is easier to hit than in the case of the set value “1” It may be, or vice versa. Further, the opening/closing manner of the second starting port 22 may be different for each set value. For example, when the set value is "6", the opening and closing may be performed in an advantageous opening/closing manner as compared with the case where the setting value is "1", and vice versa.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing details of a special jackpot special symbol. "Special symbol A" (1st class jackpot 1), "Special symbol C" (1st category jackpot 3), "Special symbol E" (1st category jackpot 4), "Special symbol F" (1st category jackpot 5) ) Is before the opening/closing door of the special winning opening 24 opens 29.5S per round and detects the entry of a "10" ball game ball, or the entry of a "10" ball game ball. After 29.5 S has passed, the opening/closing door of the special winning opening 24 is closed. When the closing interval time 2S elapses, the process moves to the next round, which is performed for "10" rounds. After the "10" round, the game shifts to a winning game ending (for example, 10S).

"Special symbol B" (Type 1 big hit 2), the opening and closing door of the special winning opening 24 opens 29.5S per round, detects the entrance of the game ball of "10" ball, or "10" When 29.5 S has elapsed before the detection of the ball entering the ball, the opening/closing door of the special winning opening 24 is closed. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, it shifts to the next round, and this is performed for "5" rounds. In addition, after the "5" round is over, the game shifts to a winning game ending (for example, 10S). It should be noted that, although not particularly shown, no difference in set value is provided in the round opening/closing mode.

(About special symbol variation pattern table)
The special symbol variation pattern table of FIG. 8 is a table stored in the main ROM 102 and referred to when determining the variation time in the symbol variation game. The main CPU 101, when the gaming state is the "normal gaming state", as a result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "miss", "variation pattern 1" ~ "variation pattern 5" One of the fluctuation patterns is determined from the inside. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 or the second starting opening 22, a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern is acquired, and the acquired random number for determining the fluctuation pattern is referred to. , Whichever variation pattern is determined. Although not shown, when a game ball enters the first starting opening 21 or the second starting opening 22, a reach determination random number is acquired, and the reach determination random number corresponds to a random number for executing the reach. In this case, one of the “variation pattern 2” to “variation pattern 5” is determined, and when the reach determination random number does not correspond to the random number for executing the reach, the “variation pattern 1” is selected. You may decide. On the other hand, when the gaming state is the “normal gaming state”, the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the result of the “special symbol winning determination process” is “winning”. , One of the fluctuation patterns 6 to 11 is determined.

Then, when the variation pattern is determined, the "effect content" and the "variation time" (seconds S) are uniquely determined. When “variation pattern 1” is determined, “normal variation” is determined as the “effect content” and “7S” is determined as the “variation time”. Here, the “normal fluctuation” means a fluctuation that does not reach. When "variation pattern 2" is determined, "normal reach" is determined as the "effect content" and "15S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "normal reach" refers to a reach that does reach, but does not particularly perform development effects (for example, effects that temporarily change the interior decoration pattern image 26b after temporarily displaying with a loss). Since the selection rate for "hit" is low and the selection rate for "hit" is high, it is positioned as a reach with low expectation of hit.

When "variation pattern 3" is determined, "super reach" is determined as the "effect content" and "40S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the “super reach” refers to a reach in which a real image is displayed on the image display device 26, for example, by performing a development effect during the execution of the reach (normal reach) and displaying the actual image. Since the selection rate is higher than "normal reach" and the selection rate at "miss" is lower than "normal reach", it is positioned as a reach with a higher likelihood of winning than "normal reach".

When "variation pattern 4" is determined, "pseudo continuous 2 normal reach" is determined as "effect content" and "50S" is determined as "variation time". As will be described later in detail with respect to "pseudo-ren," "pseudo-ren 2 normal reach" has a higher likelihood of winning than "normal reach" alone and a lower likelihood of winning than "super reach." Positioned as. When "variation pattern 5" is determined, "pseudo continuous 3 super reach" is determined as "effect content" and "70S" is determined as "variation time". “Pseudo Ren 3 Super Reach” is positioned as a reach with higher expectation of winning than “Super Reach” alone. In addition, since "variation pattern 6" to "variation pattern 9" are different from "variation pattern 2" to "variation pattern 5" in terms of "miss" or "hit", the contents of presentation and the variation time are the same. , Description is omitted.

When "variation pattern 10" is determined, "pseudo continuous 4 super reach" is determined as "effect content" and "90S" is determined as "variation time". Here, the "pseudo-run 4 super-reach" is a variation pattern that is selected only in the case of "hit". Therefore, when the "pseudo-run" to be described later is performed "4" times, the "Win" is fixed. When the "variation pattern 11" is determined, "full rotation reach" is determined as the "effect content" and "120S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "full rotation reach" refers to the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c as "111", "222", "333", "444", "555", The reach is scrolled in a state of being aligned with “666”, “777”, and “888”, and finally confirmed with “777”, for example. The "variable pattern 11" may be selected only when the "special symbol A" in FIG. 6 is determined. In this case, not only the "hit", but the "probability variation game state" is given as the game state after the hit, so that the player is requested to perform the "all rotation reach" to cause the player to play the game. It is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, the main CPU 101, when the gaming state is "time saving gaming state" and when it is "probability variation gaming state", as a result of "special symbol hit determination processing" being performed, if "miss" , One of the fluctuation patterns 12 to 15 is determined. When the "variation pattern 12" is determined, "shortening variation" is determined as the "effect content" and "2S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "shortening change" does not reach, and refers to a change in which the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c are stopped at the same time, and the gaming state is "time saving game". When it is "state" and "probability variation game state", as a result of "special symbol hit determination processing" being performed, if "miss", this "shortening variation" is easy to be selected Therefore, the "time saving game state" and the "probability variation game state" can be efficiently digested.

In addition, when the "variation pattern 13" is determined, "reach agitation" is determined as the "effect content", and "10S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the “reach fan” means, for example, whether to temporarily stop and display the “7” symbol as the left decorative symbol image 26a and temporarily stop and display the “7” symbol as the right decorative symbol image 26c. This is a production that fuels whether or not a reach is formed. As a result of performing the “reach incline”, for example, when the “8” symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, the reach is not formed, and for example, the “7” symbol is temporarily determined as the right decorative symbol image 26c. When it is stopped and displayed, a reach is formed, and it develops into a "variable short-term super reach" in a "variation pattern 15" and a "variation pattern 17" described later.

In addition, when the "variation pattern 14" is determined, "super short reach during variation" is determined as the "effect content" and "30S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "variable short-time super reach" is a "super reach" dedicated to the "time saving game state" and the "probability variation game state", and is different from the "super reach" performed in the "normal game state". ing.

Further, when the "variation pattern 15" is determined, "reach agitation → super short reach during variation" is determined as the "effect content", and "40S" is determined as the "variation time". As for “variation pattern 16” and “variation pattern 17”, there is only a difference between “variation pattern 14” and “variation pattern 15” and “miss” or “hit”, and since the effect contents and the variation time are the same, The description is omitted. In addition, "reach-raising → super short reach" has a higher selection rate at "hit" than "super short reach" and a higher selection rate at "miss" than "super short reach." Since it is configured to be low, it is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation of winning than the "Super Reach in Medium-Term Short Reach".

The above-mentioned special symbol variation pattern is not limited to those shown in FIG. 8, 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 different depending on the number of holding balls of the symbol variation game of the first starting opening 21, or the special reference to be referred to by the number of holding balls of the symbol variation game of the second starting opening 22. The pattern variation pattern table may be different. For example, in the case of “miss”, when the number of reserved balls is “4”, “normal fluctuation” of “variation pattern 1” is selected rather than when the number of reserved balls is “1”. It may be made easier to improve the operation of the game.

Further, in the case where the loss is determined in the "time saving game state" or the "probability variation game state", as a result of starting the symbol variation game of the second starting opening 22, the number of reserved balls of the second starting opening 22 is "0." In the case of “”, for example, it is possible to select a hold 0 o'clock normal fluctuation (miss) consisting of 30S to secure a time for the game ball to enter the second starting opening 22.

Further, the special symbol variation pattern table to be referred to may be different depending on the set value. For example, a special symbol variation pattern that can be easily selected 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. As a result, it is possible to estimate (or grasp) what the set value is from the effect contents of the executed special symbol variation pattern, which leads to an improvement in the enjoyment of the game.

Next, an example 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, the pre-judgment processing is performed prior to the special symbol hit judgment processing in the special symbol fluctuation start processing at the timing when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 or the second starting opening 22. Is an effect that is executed based on the determination result. If the prefetch effect is not installed, for example, when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21, in FIG. 16, after the determination information (random number value) is acquired and stored, the special symbol variation start of FIG. 19 is started. Since the special symbol hit determination process is performed in the time process, even if the determination information (random number value) is stored in the “fourth storage area”, until the determination information (random value) is transferred to the “variable storage area” Is not judged to be a hit. Therefore, even if the determination information (random number value) of “hit” is acquired, the expectation for the hit is obtained before the determination information (random number value) is transferred to the “variable storage area”. It is not possible to execute an effect that enhances the performance. However, if the look-ahead effect is installed, for example, in FIG. 16, after the determination information (random number value) is acquired and stored, “preliminary determination processing” is performed to determine “hit” or “miss”. Therefore, since it is possible to execute a continuous effect over a plurality of fluctuations (including the fluctuations transferred to the fluctuation storage area) until the determination information (random number value) is transferred to the “corresponding fluctuation storage area”, It is possible to increase the expectation of the “win” from the stage before the determination information (random number value) is transferred to the “storage area”.

As a specific example of the prefetching effect, there is a "holding prefetching effect". The "holding prefetching effect" mainly refers to the first starting mouth first holding sphere image display area 26g to the first starting mouth fourth holding sphere image display area 26j and the second starting mouth first holding sphere image display area 26k to. It is an effect using the hold ball image displayed in the second starting opening fourth hold ball image display area 26n. For example, when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 while the determination information (random value) is stored up to the “third storage area” described above, the determination information (randomness) is stored in the “fourth storage area”. After the numerical value is stored, the preliminary determination process is performed. Then, when it is determined that the holding prefetching effect is performed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, a prefetching holding sphere image different from the normal holding image is displayed in the first starting opening fourth holding sphere image display area 26j. To do. As the look-ahead reserved sphere image, for example, a plurality of types such as "white blinking", "blue", "green", "red", "gold", and "rainbow" can be displayed, and a plurality of stages can be displayed. If the judgment result is “win”, one of “flashing white”, “blue”, “green”, “red”, “gold”, and “rainbow” can be displayed, and the judgment result of the pre-determination process is In the case of "miss", any one of "flashing white", "blue", "green", "red", and "gold" can be displayed. Then, "rainbow" can be selected only in the case of "winning", and in the case of "winning", it is easy to select "red" or "gold", and in the case of "missing", "white blinking" It makes it easier to select "" or "blue" and increases the expectation for hitting "red" or "gold". In addition, at the time of entering the ball, it is "white blinking", but every time "1 variation game" is performed, it is changed to a reserved ball image with a high winning expectation such as "blue" or "green". It is also possible to display "gold" from the time of entering the ball.

As a specific example of another effect of the prefetch effect, there is "zone effect". The “zone effect” is an effect mainly using the image display device 26. For example, when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 while the determination information (random value) is stored up to the “third storage area” described above, the determination information (randomness) is stored in the “fourth storage area”. After the numerical value is stored, the preliminary determination process is performed. When it is determined that the zone effect is to be performed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, for example, in the next symbol variation game, in the image display device 26, "If the special symbols are aligned, the XX zone enters!" Etc., after performing an effect to fuel the plunge, the special symbols are aligned and plunged into the “XX zone”, and the determination information (random value) stored in the above-mentioned “fourth storage area” is the “variable storage area concerned”. Until the change moved to “”, the “XX zone” effect is executed. During execution of the "XX zone" effect, a telop such as "In XX zone" is displayed on the image display device 26. The "zone effect" is easy to be executed when it is determined to be a "hit" in the pre-determination processing, and is difficult to be executed when it is determined to be a "hit". Great expectations can be given for the game being given.

A specific example of another effect of the prefetching effect is "announcement of chance eye continuation". The “advance notice of chance eyes” is an effect mainly using the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c displayed on the image display device 26. For example, when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21 while the determination information (random value) is stored up to the “third storage area” described above, the determination information (randomness) is stored in the “fourth storage area”. After the numerical value is stored, the preliminary determination process is performed. Then, based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, when it is determined that the chance continuous production is performed, for example, in the symbol variation game corresponding to the determination information (random number value) stored in the “first storage area” Confirmation display, the confirmation display of the symbol variation 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" In the final display of the symbol variation game, the combination of the decorative pattern images of the same color is stopped. For example, in the decorative pattern 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 By displaying the combination in blue only such as “” or “628” over a plurality of variations, it is possible to make the player feel the expectation that the winning will be given in the subsequent symbol variation game. In addition, in the case of "winning", it is easy to select the combination only in red, and in the case of "miss", it is easy to select the combination only in blue. The expectations for winning are increasing.

(Pseudo series notice)
The pseudo-repeated notice 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 pseudo-unique symbol, and "1 variation" In "game of game", the temporary stop display of the decorative pattern is repeatedly performed, which is an effect to make it look as if it is being changed a plurality of times. For example, as shown in FIG. 8, the pseudo run can be executed “2” times, “3” times, and “4” times, and the higher the number of times, the higher the degree of expectation of “win”. (In the present embodiment, "win" is confirmed for "4" times). As specific effect contents, 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” as the middle decorative symbol image 26b. "Exclusive symbols (for example, "NEXT")" is temporarily displayed, and all the decorative symbol images are variably displayed again (at this point, the pseudo symbol "2" times), again as the left decorative symbol image 26a. "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed, "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, and "pseudo-relational exclusive symbol (for example, "NEXT")" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the middle decorative symbol image 26b. Then, all the decorative pattern images are variably displayed again (at this point, the pseudo-repeated sequence “3” times. The same is true for the pseudo-repeated sequence “4” times thereafter), for example, “2” When "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative symbol image 26a and "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c in the temporary stop display of the second time, it is a pseudo-repeating "2" times, and "2" In the "temporary stop display of the time", when "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative symbol image 26a and "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, the pseudo-repeating operation is "3" times ( After that, the same applies to the pseudo-repeated “4” times) In addition, once the reach is reached, a temporary decoration display of a "pseudo-relational symbol (for example, "NEXT")" is temporarily displayed as the medium decoration symbol image 26b, so-called "reach after pseudo-repeation" or, for example, "1" At the start of fluctuation after the temporary stop display, the medium decoration symbol image 26b is foretold that the "pseudo-relational exclusive symbol (for example, "NEXT")" will be temporarily stopped (symbol stop notice), and at that time. It is also possible to execute an effect in which the pseudo-repetition “3” times or more is confirmed.

(Regarding areas of main ROM and main RAM)
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing areas of the main ROM 102 and the main RAM 103.

The main ROM 102 has a game program area in which a game program relating to the progress of the game (for example, FIGS. 11 to 26 described later) is stored, and a game data area in which game data used by the game program is stored. , A free area (16 bytes or more) and a game performance program area in which a game performance program related to the game performance information (for example, FIGS. 23 to 26 described later) is stored, and a game performance program used by the game performance program It is composed of a game performance data area in which data is stored.

The main RAM 103 is 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, an empty area (16 bytes or more), and a game performance. The game program includes a work area for game performance (area 3) used as a work, and a game performance program stores a game performance stack area (area 4) for saving 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 when the process based on the game performance program ends, returns to the process based on the game program.

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

Similarly, when the main CPU 101 executes the process based on the game performance program, the main CPU 101 refers to the game data in the game performance data area, executes the process based on the game performance program, and operates the game performance work area. To 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.

Further, the main CPU 101 does not refer to the game performance data area when executing the processing based on the game program, and does not update the game performance work area or 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 the process 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.

(Regarding the display mode of the display)
FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a display mode of the display 104.

First, the display device 104 is a display device for displaying "game performance information". The "game performance information" is information calculated by the formula "(the number of game balls paid out in the normal game state/the number of outs in the normal game state) x 100" as described above.

Further, the game performance information is, for example, in a state in which power is supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1, is calculated for each interrupt (for example, every 4 ms), and for each predetermined display timing (for example, 5 seconds). For each), it is possible to display the current section and the past three sections (one section before, two sections before, three sections before three sections before). That is, the display of the current section→the predetermined time has passed (5 seconds have passed)→the past section (1) has been displayed→the predetermined time has passed (5 seconds have passed)→the past section (2) has been displayed→the predetermined time has passed (5 seconds) Switching display is performed such as (elapsed)→display of past section (3)→elapse of predetermined time (elapse of 5 seconds)→display of current section.

Next, in FIG. 10, a "section" is set according to the number of game balls (out balls) that enter the out port 25 without winning any of the winning ports in the normal game state.

The “section A” is a section in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 stays until it detects 299 out balls after being shipped from the manufacturer's factory and being introduced into the game store (or after the main RAM 103 is initialized). .. In this "section A", the game performance information is not calculated. This is based on the assumption that, for example, the administrator confirms the operation (winning at the starting opening or the regular winning opening) after the amusement shop is installed until the opening. By excluding winnings and the like, the accuracy of the game performance information when the player is playing the game can be improved.

“Section B” is a section to stay after the 300th out ball is detected (section switched from section A), and stays until 60000 out balls are detected after switching to “section B”. .. In this "section B", the game performance information is calculated.

"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 until 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 until In this "section D", the game performance information is calculated (third time calculation). Although not shown in the drawings, “section E”, “section F”, “section G”,...

A section management area is provided in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103, and a value corresponding to the current section is stored therein. 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. There is. The value corresponding to the current section is updated when the section is switched.

The number of out-balls detected for switching the above-mentioned section is not limited to the above-mentioned numerical value, and can be changed appropriately.

Next, in FIG. 10, the “identification segment” corresponds to, for example, the leftmost segment on the display 104 and the second segment from the left. Further, the “ratio segment” corresponds to, for example, the rightmost segment on the display 104 and the second segment from the right.

In the “identification segment”, “bL.” indicating the current section, “b1.” indicating the past section (1), “b2.” indicating the past section (2), and the past section (3). ) Indicating ") is displayed by blinking or lighting. It should be noted that, in each section (excluding section A), it blinks until 0 to 5999 out balls are detected, and lights up from 6000 or more.

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

Next, in FIG. 10, when the display mode for each section is “Section A”, as described above, since the game performance information is not calculated, the identification segment is set in the current section. “BL.” is displayed blinking, and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

Further, as described above, the “section A” is almost in a state when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the factory of the manufacturer and introduced into the game shop, so that a section such as a past section (past calculation information) is used. not exist. Therefore, in the past section (1), “b1.” is displayed blinking in the identification segment, “−” (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (2), “b1.” is displayed in the identification segment. "b2." blinks, "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, "b3." blinks in the identification segment and "---" in the ratio segment in the past section (3). (Horizontal bar) is displayed.

That is, in the "section A", the identification segment is switched for each section, but "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in each of the ratio segments.

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

In the case of “section C”, in the current section, “bL.” is blinked or lit according to the number of outs in the identification segment, and the value calculated by the calculation system process described below is displayed in the ratio segment, In the past section (1), “b1.” is lit and displayed in the identification segment, and the final value in the “section B” (the value calculated immediately before reaching 60000 pieces in the section B) is displayed in the ratio segment, In the section (2) of No., “b2.” is displayed blinking on the identification segment, “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed on the ratio segment, and in the past section (3), “b3.” is displayed on the identification segment. The display is blinking and "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

In the case of “section D”, in the current section, “bL.” is blinked or lit according to the number of outs in the identification segment, and the value calculated in the calculation system process described below is displayed in the ratio segment, In the past section (1), “b1.” is lit up in the identification segment, and the final value in the “section C” (the value calculated immediately before reaching 60000 in the section C) is displayed in the ratio segment, In the section (2), the identification segment is displayed with “b2.” lit, and the ratio segment is displayed with the final value in the “section B” (the value calculated immediately before reaching 60000 in the section C). In the section (3), “b3.” is displayed blinking 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 device 104, a person such as an external inspection agency can When conducting the inspection, it is possible to easily confirm whether or not a proper game machine is provided.

(Regarding control processing performed by the main CPU 101)
The control processing performed by the main CPU 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 11 to 26.

(Main processing of main control board)
FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the main processing performed in the main control board 100. The processing is started by the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 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 S1)
In step S1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in power failure (power failure state). As a result, the process of step S1 is repeatedly executed when the power is off (power failure state), and the process proceeds to step S2 when the power is not off (power failure state). When the power is off (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 interrupts. As a result, the main CPU 101 executes only the processing of FIG. 11 until the interrupt is permitted in S18 described later. Then, if the interrupt 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 (is pressed). That is, it is determined whether the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (the power SW 400a 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, and if the RAM clear switch 105 is not ON, the process proceeds to step S9.

(Step S4)
In step S4, the main CPU 101 determines whether the setting change key is at the setting change position. For example, when it is detected that the setting change key is inserted in the setting change keyhole 31 and the setting change key is rotated 90 degrees, it is determined that the setting change key is at the setting change position, and the above detection is performed. If not, it is determined that the setting change key is not in the setting change position. As a result, if the setting change key is in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S5, and if the setting change key is not in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S7.

(Step S5)
In step S5, the main CPU 101 executes the set value changing process shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the setting value changing process is completed, the process proceeds to step S6.

(Step S6)
In step S6, the main CPU 101 transmits a power-on command. The power-on command is a command indicating that the power is turned on. When the production control board 200 receives the command, for example, the image display device 26 displays “powering on” and the speaker 10 displays “power-on”. The power is on." When the power-on command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S7)
In step S7, when the RAM clear switch 105 is ON and the power SW 400a is ON, the main CPU 101 initializes the areas 1 and 2 (excluding the set value storage area) of the main RAM 103. As a result, for example, when the gaming shop is in the short-time gaming state when it is closed, it can be started from the normal gaming state when the gaming shop is opened the next day. Then, after the areas 1 and 2 (excluding the setting value storage area) of the main RAM 103 are initialized, the process proceeds to step S8.

(Step S8)
In step S8, the main CPU 101 transmits a power-on command. When the power-on command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S9)
In step S9, the main CPU 101 determines whether the setting change key is at the setting change position. As a result, if the setting change key is in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S10, and if the setting change key is not in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S11.

(Step S10)
In step S10, the main CPU 101 performs a set value confirmation process shown in FIG. The processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the setting value confirmation process is completed, the process proceeds to step S11.

(Step S11)
In step S11, the main CPU 101 determines whether there is backed up data. For example, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off, a backup process (not shown) is performed, and data retention, checksum storage, and a backup flag are turned on. Then, when the backup flag is ON, it is determined that there is backed up data, and when the backup flag is not ON, it is determined that there is no backed up data. As a result, if there is backed up data, the process proceeds to step S12, and if there is no backed up data, it is determined that the power is turned on for the first time and the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S12)
In step S12, the main CPU 101 calculates the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103. When the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103 is calculated, the process proceeds to step S13.

(Step S13)
In step S13, the main CPU 101 determines whether the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103 is normal. For example, it is determined whether the checksum value stored in the backup process (not shown) matches the checksum value calculated in step S12. If they match, it is determined that the checksum is normal, and if they do not match. It is determined that the checksum is not normal. As a result, if the checksum is normal, the process proceeds to step S15, and if the checksum is not normal, the process proceeds to step S14.

(Step S14)
In step S14, the main CPU 101 executes game stop processing (error setting). Specifically, an error command for performing error notification using the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, the image display device 26, or the like is not transmitted to the effect control board 200, and the setting value changing process of FIG. 12 is not performed. As long as it is impossible to cancel the error, the process is performed. Then, unless the setting value changing process of FIG. 12 is performed, the process remains.

(Step S15)
In step S15, the main CPU 101 performs a return process. That is, the state before the power failure state is normally restored. Then, when the state before the power failure state is restored to normal, the process proceeds to step S16.

(Step S16)
In step S16, the main CPU 101 transmits a power restoration command. The power restoration command is a command indicating that the power has been restored, and when the production control board 200 receives the command, for example, the production control board 200 displays "power is restored" on the image display device 26 and the speaker 10 displays Power is being restored" is output. Then, when the power restoration command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S17)
In step S17, the main CPU 101 sets the CTC. That is, a CTC (counter timer circuit) having a function of generating a pulse output of a constant cycle and a function of time measurement is set, and a main control board timer interrupt process described later is periodically performed every 4 ms. , CTC time constant register. When the CTC is set, the process moves to step S18.

(Step S18)
In step S18, the main CPU 101 permits interruption. Then, when the interrupt is permitted, the system waits, and thereafter, a main control board timer interrupt process described later is performed every 4 ms.

(About setting value change processing)
FIG. 12 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S5 of the main control board main processing) showing the setting value change processing performed in the main control board 100. The state in which the process of FIG. 12 is being performed corresponds to the above-mentioned “setting change state”.

(Step S5-1)
In step S5-1, the main CPU 101 initializes the area of the main RAM 103 (excluding the setting value storage area). Then, when the area of the main RAM 103 (excluding the setting value storage area) is initialized, the process proceeds to step S5-2.

(Step S5-2)
In step S5-2, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value changing command. The setting value changing command is a command indicating that the setting value changing process is being performed, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, for example, the image display device 26 displays “setting changing”. Then, the speaker 10 outputs a voice saying “setting is being changed”. When the setting value changing command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S5-3.

(Step S5-3)
In step S5-3, the main CPU 101 reads the current set value and displays it on the display 104. For example, if the set value stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103 is “1”, the display 104 displays “1”. Then, when the current set value is read out and displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S5-4.

(Step S5-4)
In step S5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether a setting value changing operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on. Then, if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on, the process proceeds to step S5-5, and if the RAM clear switch 105 is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S5-7.

(Step S5-5)
In step S5-5, the main CPU 101 performs processing for changing the set value. For example, when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on when the set value is "1", the set value is changed to "2", and when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on when the set value is "2", When the set value is changed to "3" and the set value is "3", when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on, the set value is changed to "4", and when the set value is "4", the RAM is cleared. When the clear switch 105 is turned on, the set value is changed to "5", and when the set value is "5", when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on, the set value is changed to "6" and the set value " When the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on in the case of "6", the set value is changed to "1". Then, when the set value is changed, the process proceeds to step S5-6.

(Step S5-6)
In step S5-6, the main CPU 101 displays the changed set value on the display device 104 (for example, the rightmost segment). For example, when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on while the set value “1” is displayed, the set value “2” is displayed, and when the set value “2” is displayed, the RAM clear switch 105 is displayed. When the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on while the set value “3” is displayed, the set value “4” is displayed and the set value “4” is displayed. When the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on while displaying, the set value “5” is displayed, and when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on while the set value “5” is displayed, the set value is displayed. When the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on while displaying "6" and the set value "6", the set value "1" is displayed. When the changed set value is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S5-7.

(Step S5-7)
In step S5-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a set value confirming operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the setting change key is at a position rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise (vertical direction) from a position rotated 90 degrees clockwise (horizontal direction). Then, if the setting value confirming operation has been performed, the process proceeds to step S5-8, and if the setting value confirming operation has not been performed, the process proceeds to step S5-4.

(Step S5-8)
In step S5-8, the main CPU 101 stores the set value in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103. That is, when the setting change key is rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise (vertical direction) while the desired setting value is displayed on the display 104, the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is fixed. become. As a result, subsequent games are played based on the stored set values. When the set value is stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S5-9.

(Step S5-9)
In step S5-9, the main CPU 101 hides the display device 104. That is, the set value displayed on the display 104 in step S5-6 is hidden. Then, when the display 104 is hidden, the process proceeds to step S5-10.

(Step S5-10)
In step S5-10, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value information command. The setting value information command is a command indicating the setting value information, and the effect control board 200 stores the setting value information in the sub RAM 203 when receiving the command, and executes the setting value suggesting effect described later. First, the setting value information stored in the sub RAM 203 is referred to. In addition, when the production control board 200 receives the command, the effect control board 200 ends the above-mentioned notification such as “setting is being changed”. Then, when the set value information command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S6 of the main control board main process.

(About set value confirmation processing)
FIG. 13 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S10 of the main control board main processing) showing the set value confirmation processing performed in the main control board 100. The state in which the process of FIG. 13 is performed corresponds to the above-mentioned “setting confirmation state”.

(Step S10-1)
In step S10-1, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value confirming command. The setting value confirming command is a command indicating that the setting value confirming process is being performed, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, for example, the image display device 26 displays “setting confirming”. Then, the speaker 10 outputs the voice "Setting confirmation". Then, when the setting value confirming command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S10-2.

(Step S10-2)
In step S10-2, the main CPU 101 reads the current setting value and displays it on the display 104. For example, if the set value stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103 is “1”, the display 104 displays “1”. Then, when the current set value is read out and displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S10-3.

(Step S10-3)
In step S10-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether an end operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the setting change key is at a position rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise (vertical direction) from a position rotated 90 degrees clockwise (horizontal direction). Then, if the ending operation is performed, the process proceeds to step S10-4, and if the ending operation is not performed, the process is looped until the ending operation is performed.

(Step S10-4)
In step S10-4, the main CPU 101 hides the display device 104. That is, the set value displayed on the display device 104 in step S10-2 is hidden. Then, when the display 104 is hidden, the process proceeds to step S10-5.

(Step S10-5)
In step S10-5, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value confirmation end command. The setting value confirmation end command is a command indicating that the setting value confirmation processing has been completed, and when the production control board 200 receives the command, the production control board 200 ends the notification such as “setting confirmation is in progress”. Then, when the set value confirmation end command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S11 of the main control board main process.

(About main control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing a main control board timer interrupt process performed in the main control board 100. This process is a process that is periodically (for example, every 4 ms) interrupted and executed in the main control board main process described above.

(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 of updating a timer used in the game (for example, opening time of the special winning opening 24 and the like). Then, 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 the initial value random number such as a random number for hitting determination, a random number for determining a special symbol, and a random number for determining a variation pattern. 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. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the input from each SW is detected, the process proceeds to step S105.

(Step S105)
In step S105, the main CPU 101 performs processing relating to special symbols. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the process related to the special symbol is completed, the process proceeds to step S106.

(Step S106)
In step S106, the main CPU 101 performs a process relating to a normal symbol. For example, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, the "normal symbol hit determination process" is performed, the normal symbol is determined, and the process for determining the variation time of the normal symbol is performed. Then, when the process related to the normal symbol is completed, the process proceeds to step S107.

(Step S107)
In step S107, the main CPU 101 performs processing relating to payout of gaming balls. For example, in the input SW detection process of step S104, when a game ball is detected, a payout command signal is transmitted to the payout control board 300 in order to pay out a corresponding prize ball. The payout command signal is set in the command transmission area of, and the payout completion signal is received from the payout control board 300. Then, when the processing relating to the payout of the game balls is completed, the processing is shifted 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 confirms whether or not a command is set in the command transmission area, and if the command is set, the set command is sent to the effect control board 200 or the payout control board 300. To send. When the command transmission process is completed, the process proceeds to step S109.

(Step S109)
In step S109, the main CPU 101, in the case of a symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the first starting opening 21, in the first special symbol display 27a, display control of the special symbol (variable display and confirmation) Display), in the case of a symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the second starting opening 22, in the second special symbol display 27b, display control of the special symbol (variation display and confirmation display) To do. In addition, based on the fact that the game ball has entered the respective starting openings and that the symbol variation game at the respective starting openings has ended, the first special symbol hold display 27c and the second special symbol hold display The display control of 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 a normal symbol display control (variable display and confirmed display) on the normal symbol display 27e. Further, based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 and that the normal symbol variation game has ended, display control of the normal symbol hold display 27f is also performed. When the normal symbol display control ends, the process proceeds to step S111.

(Step S111)
In step S111, the main CPU 101 performs an abnormality confirmation process. The processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the abnormality confirmation process ends, the process moves to step S112.

(Step S112)
In step S112, the main CPU 101 executes game performance information management processing. The processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the game performance information management process is completed, the process proceeds to step S113.

(Step S113)
In step S113, the main CPU 101 restores the information saved in step S101 to the register. Then, when the saved information is returned to the register, the main control board timer interrupt process ends.

(About input SW detection processing)
FIG. 15 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S104 of 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 executes a first start opening detection time process. The processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the first starting opening detection process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-2.

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

(Step S104-3)
In step S104-3, the main CPU 101 causes the payout control board 300 to pay out the game ball of "8" as the prize ball when the information that the winning of the game ball is detected is input from the normal winning opening detection SW 23a. Then, the processing for setting the payout command signal in the command transmission area for payout is performed. When the normal winning opening detection process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-4.

(Step S104-4)
In step S104-4, the main CPU 101 causes the payout control board 300 to pay out the game balls of "12" balls as the prize balls when the information of detecting the entering of the game balls is input from the special winning opening detection SW 24a. Then, the processing for setting the payout command signal in the command transmission area for payout is performed. Further, in order to notify that the game ball has entered the special winning opening 24 by using the image display device 26 or the like, a special winning opening detection signal is set in the command transmission area. The notification using the image display device 26 or the like means, for example, when more than 10 game balls per round are detected by the special winning opening detection SW 24a (also referred to as over-winning prize), the fact is notified by the image display device 26. An example of the notification is a display or a sound from the speaker 10. When the special winning opening detection process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-5.

(Step S104-5)
In step S104-5, the main CPU 101 inputs the information that the passage of the game ball has been detected from the gate detection SW 20a, and when the number of holdings of the normal symbol variation game is less than “4”, the normal symbol variation game The number of reservations is added by "1" to obtain a random number value used for the normal symbol hit determination process, and the random number is stored in the reserve storage area of the normal symbol variation game provided in the main RAM 103. Further, in order to perform an effect corresponding to the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20, a process of setting a gate passage command in the command transmission area is performed. When the passage gate detection process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-6.

(Step S104-6)
In step S104-6, the main CPU 101 carries out a process in the case where the information on the detection of the entry of the game ball is input from the outlet detection SW 25a. For example, in order to transmit the out-outlet passage command to the effect control board 200, the out-outlet passage command is set in the command transmission area. Then, when the process for detecting the outlet is completed, the process proceeds to step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding the first start opening detection process)
FIG. 16 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S104-1 of the input SW detection process) showing the first start opening 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 the information on the detection of the entry of the game ball is input from the first starting opening detection SW 21a. Then, when the information that the entry of the game ball is detected is input from the first starting opening detection SW 21a, the process proceeds to step S104-1-2, and the entry of the game ball is detected from the first starting opening detection SW 21a. If the input information has not been 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 transmits a payout command in order to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out three game balls as prize balls for entering the game balls into the first starting opening 21. Set the prize ball command in the area. When the prize 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 the above-mentioned "fourth storage area" is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of held symbol variation games at the first starting opening 21 is “4”. If the "fourth storage area" is stored, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input SW detection processing. If the "fourth storage area" is not stored, step S104-1- Processing shifts to 4.

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

The acquisition of the random number for hit determination may be performed before step S104-1-3. If it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

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

The special symbol determination random number value may be acquired before step S104-1-3. If it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

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

The acquisition of the random number value for determining the special symbol variation pattern may be performed before step S104-1-3. If it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been 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 hitting determination, the random number for special symbol determination, and the random number for special symbol variation pattern determination in the empty storage area as determination information. 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". When the random number values are 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 winning determination process is a process of determining whether the random number value acquired in step S104-1-4 is a hit, prior to the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). is there. Thereby, 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 provided over a plurality of variations. Can be performed. When the winning determination process ends, 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 command transmission area in order to send the first starting opening winning command to the effect control board 200. It should be noted that the first start opening winning command also includes information on the determination result of the winning determination process of step S104-1-8, 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. Then, when the first start opening winning command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input SW detection process.

(Regarding the second start opening detection process)
FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the second starting opening detection time process performed in the main control board 100 (subroutine of step S104-2 of the input SW detection process).

(Step S104-2-1)
In step S104-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information on the detection of the entry of the game ball is input from the second starting opening detection SW 22a. Then, when the information on the detection of the entry of the game ball is input from the second start opening detection SW 22a, the process proceeds to step S104-2-2, and the entry of the game ball is detected from the second start opening detection SW 22a. If the input information has not been 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 transmits a command for payout in order to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out two game balls as a prize ball for entering the game ball into the second starting opening 22. Set the prize ball command in the area. When the prize 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-mentioned “fourth storage area” is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of held symbol variation games at the second starting opening 22 is “4”. If the "fourth storage area" is stored, the process proceeds to step S104-3 of the input SW detection processing. If the "fourth storage area" is not stored, step S104-2- Processing shifts to 4.

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

Note that the random number for hit determination may be acquired before step S104-2-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-2-3 that the random number value is stored in the “variable storage area”, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

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

The special symbol determination random number value may be acquired before step S104-2-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-2-3 that the random number value is stored in the “variable storage area”, 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 the winning determination process (step S104-2-8) and the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19) described later. Then, when the random number value for determining the special symbol variation pattern is acquired, the process proceeds to step S104-2-7.

In addition, the acquisition of the random number value for determining the special symbol variation pattern may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-2-3 that the random number value is stored in the “variable storage area”, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-2-7)
In step S104-2-7, the main CPU 101 stores the hit determination random number value, the special symbol determination random number value, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random number value as determination information in the variation storage area. When each random number value is stored in the fluctuation 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. This winning determination process is a process of determining whether the random number value acquired in step S104-2-4 is a hit, prior to the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). is there. Accordingly, for example, when the hit determination random number value stored in the variation storage area in step S104-2-7 is a hit, the second start opening winning command is transmitted, for example, to send the second start opening. It is possible to execute a hit notification when entering the ball 22. When the 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 command transmission area in order to send 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 of 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. Then, when the second starting opening winning command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-3 of the input SW detection process.

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

(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 of the main RAM 103. For example, the main CPU 101, when starting the fluctuation of the special symbol, in the special symbol state flag storage area, set the value "1" indicating the fluctuation (step S105-2-13 of FIG. 19 described later), the special When stopping the fluctuation of the symbol, in the special symbol state flag storage area, a value “0” indicating that the symbol is being stopped is set (step S105-4-3 in FIG. 20 described later). In addition, after the value “0” indicating that the game is stopped, in the case of winning, the value “2” indicating the winning game is set. Then, 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. To migrate.

(Step S105-2)
In step S105-2, the main CPU 101 performs a special symbol variation start process shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the special symbol variation start process ends, the process moves 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 of the main RAM 103. Then, if the value "1" indicating changing is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4. If the value "1" indicating changing is not set, the process proceeds to step S105-5. To migrate.

(Step S105-4)
In step S105-4, the main CPU 101 performs the special symbol changing process shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the special symbol changing process is completed, the process moves 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 the value "1" indicating that the game is changing is not set, the winning game It is determined that the value "2" indicating is set, and the hit game processing shown in FIG. 21 is performed. The processing will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the winning game process ends, the special symbol related process ends, and the process moves to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

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

(Step S105-2-1)
In step S105-2-1, the main CPU 101 selects one of the "variable storage area" to "fourth storage area" in the pending storage area of the symbol variation game corresponding to the second starting opening 22 provided in the main RAM 103. It is determined whether or not the status is not held in any of them. If the number of holdings corresponding to the second starting opening 22 is not "0", the process proceeds to step S105-2-2, and the number of holdings corresponding to the second starting opening 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 reservations of the second starting opening 22. Regarding the subtraction, as described in the above-mentioned section “About the second starting port 22”, after sliding the determination information (random number value) of the “variable storage area” to the “fourth storage area”, This corresponds to emptying the storage area of "1". Along with this, the display of the second special symbol hold display 27d also becomes a display mode (“flashing” to “lighting” or “lighting” to “lighting off”) according to the number of holdings. Then, when the number of holding of the second starting port 22 is subtracted by "1", 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 opening subtraction command in the command transmission area described above in order to subtractively display the reserved ball image and the like on the image display device 26. Then, when the second start 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 reserves any of the “variable storage area” to “fourth storage area” in the reserve storage area corresponding to the first starting opening 21 provided in the main RAM 103. It is determined whether or not it has not been performed. If the number of reservations corresponding to the first starting opening 21 is not "0", the process proceeds to step S105-2-5, and the number of reservations corresponding to the first starting opening 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 reservations of the first starting opening 21. Regarding the subtraction, as described in the above-mentioned section "About the first starting port 21", after sliding the determination information (random number value) of the "variable storage area" to the "fourth storage area", This corresponds to emptying the storage area of "1". Along with this, the display of the first special symbol hold display 27c also becomes a display mode (“flashing” to “lighting” or “lighting” to “lighting off”) according to the number of holdings. Then, when the number of holding 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, the main CPU 101 determines that the player is not playing the game unless the symbol variation game is played for a predetermined time, and displays the model name and the manufacturer name on the image display device 26. To display the demo screen (demo effect), set the demo command in the command transmission area. When the demo 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 opening subtraction command in the command transmission area in order to subtractively display the reserved ball image and the like on the image display device 26. Then, when the first start 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 second start opening detection time processing when performing the processing by subtracting the second start opening hold, On the other hand, when performing the processing by subtracting the first starting opening hold, the determination information (random value) is used to determine whether or not the determination information (random value) is successful. Determine if it is information (random value). When the special symbol hit determination process ends, the process moves to step S105-2-9. It should be noted that the following steps S105-2-9 to S105-2-12 are performed based on the determination result of step S105-2-8 (whether winning or losing).

In performing the special symbol hit determination process, after reading the setting value stored in the main RAM 103 in step S5-8 of FIG. 12, a special symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 5) corresponding to the read setting value. You may make it read and perform special symbol hit determination processing, or after storing the set value in the main RAM 103 in step S5-8 of FIG. 12, the special symbol hit determination table corresponding to the stored set value (FIG. 5). (See reference) is stored in the main RAM 103, and in the special symbol hit determination process, the special symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 5) stored in the main RAM 103 may be used to perform the special symbol hit determination process. Good.

(Step S105-2-9)
In step S105-2-9, the main CPU 101 determines the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed as the determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" on the first special symbol display device 27a or the second special symbol display device 27b. For example, if the special symbol hit determination process is performed by subtracting the second starting opening hold, and it is determined to be a hit, the table for the (2) second starting opening 22 in FIG. 6 and the random number for determining the special symbol described above. The special symbol is determined by using, and the special symbol hit determination process is performed by subtracting the first starting opening hold, and when it is determined to be a hit, (1) the table for the first starting opening 21 and The special symbol is determined by using the random number for determining the special symbol described above. Also, when it is determined that there is a loss, the special symbol of the loss is similarly determined. 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 variation pattern of the special symbol in the symbol variation game. For example, when it is determined that there is a loss 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 pattern 6" to "variation pattern 11" is determined, and if it is determined that there is a loss in the "time saving game state" or the "probability variation game state", the "variation pattern 12""Fluctuation pattern 15", one of the fluctuation patterns is determined, and if it is determined that the "time-saving game state" or the "probability variation game state" is a hit, "variation pattern 16" to "variation pattern 17" One of the fluctuation patterns is determined from among the above. Then, when the variation 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 transmits the command indicating the special symbol determined in step S105-2-9 to the effect control board 200 in order to transmit the symbol designating command to the command transmission area described above. set. For example, when the "special symbol A" is determined in step S105-2-9, a symbol designation command indicating the "special symbol A" is transmitted. 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 specifies the special symbol variation pattern in the command transmission area in order to transmit the command indicating the special symbol variation pattern determined in step S105-2-10 to the effect control board 200. Set the command. 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 set and transmitted. 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, in the time management counter of the main RAM 103, the variation time (see FIG. 8) corresponding to the special symbol variation pattern determined in step S105-2-10. For example, when the "variation pattern 9" is determined, the variation time "70S" is set. Then, when the variable time is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-14.

(Step S105-2-14)
In step S105-2-14, the main CPU 101 sets a value “1” indicating that the state is changing in the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is changing. Further, in the process, subtraction of the fluctuation time set in step S105-2-13 is started. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, if the value "1" indicating that it is changing is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

In the above description of FIG. 19, if there is the determination information of the second starting port 22 in step S105-2-1, the special symbol hitting determination process is executed in preference to the first starting port 21. You may make it perform a special symbol winning determination process in the order of entering the 1 starting opening 21 and the 2nd starting opening 22.

(About processing during special symbol fluctuation)
FIG. 20 is a flowchart (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 or not the set fluctuation time has elapsed in the time management counter of the main RAM 103. For example, when "variation pattern 9" is determined and "70S" is set, it is determined whether "70S" has elapsed. Note that the timing for determining that the timer has elapsed may be moved forward for the convenience of transmitting a symbol stop command to be described later to the effect control board 200. For example, in the case of "variation pattern 9", the time when "69S" has passed may be the timing for determining that the timer has passed. In this way, a significant deviation occurs between the timing at which the special symbol is fixedly displayed on the first special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b and the timing at which the decorative symbol is definitely displayed on the image display device 26. It can be prevented. Then, if the variation time of the special symbol has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-4-2, and if the variation time of the special symbol has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. To migrate.

(Step S105-4-2)
In step S105-4-2, the main CPU 101 sends a symbol stop command for stopping the decorative symbol that is variably displayed on the image display device 26 to the effect control board 200, in order to transmit the symbol to the command transmission area. Set the stop command. Then, 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 that the game is stopped in the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is stopped. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, if the value "0" indicating the stop is set, 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 has been set in the hour/hour counter provided in the main RAM 103. The value of the time saving counter is set in the big hit 1 game process and the big hit 2 game process described later. Then, if the value is set in the hour/hour counter, the process proceeds to step S105-4-5, and if the value is not set in the hour/hour counter, the process proceeds to step S105-4-9. To do.

(Step S105-4-5)
In step S105-4-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts the value of the time saving counter (“1” is subtracted). Then, when the value of the hour/hour 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 the value of the hour/hour counter after subtraction is “0”. If the value of the hour/hour counter after subtraction is “0”, the process proceeds to step S105-4-7. If the value of the hour/hour counter after subtraction is not “0”, step S105. The processing 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 game state storage area of the main RAM 103, "0" is stored in the normal game state, and "1" is stored in the time saving game state. Therefore, in the process, "0" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when the gaming state is set to the normal gaming state, the process proceeds to step S105-4-8.

(Step S105-4-8)
In step S105-4-8, the main CPU 101 sets a game state command (normal) in the command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command indicating the normal game state to the effect control board 200. 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 determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” in step S105-2-8 of FIG. 19 is “win”. If the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is “win”, the process proceeds to step S105-4-10, and if the determination result of the “special symbol hit determination process” is not “win”, The processing moves to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Step S105-4-10)
In step S105-4-10, the main CPU 101 sets the value "2" indicating the winning game in the special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, it is possible to recognize that the special symbol is stopped and is a winning game. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, if the value "2" indicating the winning game is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11.

(Step S105-4-11)
In step S105-4-11, the main CPU 101 shifts to the opening for notifying that the winning game has started. For example, in the winning game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103, the state in the winning game is stored, "0" is set at the time of opening, and "0" is set if the special winning opening 24 is open. "1" is set, "2" is set for the inter-round interval, and "3" is set for the ending. Then, when "0" indicating the opening is set in the winning game 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, in the command transmission area described above, in order to send the opening command to the effect control board 200. 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 the time (eg, “10S”) corresponding to the opening of the winning game in the counter of the main RAM 103. Then, 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 special symbol related processing) showing the winning game processing performed in 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. That is, it is determined whether "0" indicating the opening is set in the winning game state storage area of the main RAM 103. When the special winning opening is opened in step S105-5-3 described later, the value of the winning game state storage area changes from "0" to "1". Then, if it is during the opening, the process proceeds to step S105-5-2, and if it is not during the opening, the process proceeds to step S105-5-4.

(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 of 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. To 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. Further, the time management counter of the main RAM 103 is set to the release time of 29.5S. As a result, the first round of the winning game is started. In the process, the value in the winning game state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". When the special winning opening 24 is opened, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-4)
In step S105-5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special winning opening is open. In the hit game state storage area of the main RAM 103, it is determined whether or not "1" indicating that the special winning opening is open is set. If the special winning opening is open, the process proceeds to step S105-5-5. If the special winning opening is not open, the process proceeds to step S105-5-7.

(Step S105-5-5)
In step S105-5-5, the main CPU 101 has passed 29.5 S with the special winning opening 24 being open without detecting the entry of 10 balls by the special winning opening detection SW 24a, or detecting the special winning opening. It is determined whether 10 balls have been detected by the SW 24a or which of the special winning opening closing conditions has been established. If the special winning opening closing condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S105-5-6, and if the special winning opening closing condition is not satisfied, the processing is performed at step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. To migrate.

(Step S105-5-6)
In step S105-5-6, the main CPU 101 shifts to the inter-round interval that constitutes the period from when the special winning opening 24 is closed to when it is next opened. In the process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "1" to "2". Then, when shifting to the interval between rounds, the processing shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Step S105-5-7)
In step S105-5-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether it is during an inter-round interval. That is, it is determined whether or not "2" indicating the inter-round interval is set in the hit game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, if the interval is between rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-8. If the interval is not between rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-13.

(Step S105-5-8)
In step S105-5-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether it is the end of the final round. For example, if the number of remaining rounds is “0” as a result of updating (incrementing or decrementing) the number of rounds in step S105-5-11 described later, it is determined in the process that the final round has ended. Then, if it is the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S105-5-9, and if it is not the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S105-5-11.

(Step S105-5-9)
In step S105-5-9, the main CPU 101 shifts to the ending for notifying that the winning game has ended. In the process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "2" to "3". Further, the time corresponding to the ending of the winning game (for example, "10S") is set in the time management counter of the main RAM 103. Then, when shifting to the ending, the processing shifts to step S105-5-10.

(Step S105-5-10)
In step S105-5-10, the main CPU 101 sets an ending command in the above-mentioned command transmission area in order to transmit an ending command for executing an effect corresponding to the ending of the winning game to the effect control board 200. To do. When the ending command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-11)
In step S105-5-11, 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 a winning of “10” rounds is given, “10” may be set in the round number counter of the main RAM 103 and decremented by 1 every time one round is exhausted. Instead of setting “10” in the number counter, it may be incremented by 1 each time one round is consumed. Then, when the number of rounds is updated, the process proceeds to step S105-5-12.

(Step S105-5-12)
In step S105-5-12, the main CPU 101 drives the special winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b to open the special winning opening 24. Further, the time management counter of the main RAM 103 is set to the release time of 29.5S. As a result, the second and subsequent rounds of the winning game will be started. In the process, the value in the winning game state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". When the special winning opening 24 is opened, 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 determines whether or not the time (for example, “10S”) corresponding to the ending set in step S105-5-9 described above has elapsed. If the time corresponding to the ending has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-14, and if the time corresponding to the ending has not elapsed, step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Move the processing to.

(Step S105-5-14)
In step S105-5-14, the main CPU 101 determines whether the special symbol is one of "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol E". That is, it is determined whether the symbol determined in the special symbol determination process is one of "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol E". If the special symbol is one of the "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol E", the process proceeds to step S105-5-15, and the special symbol is "special symbol A". , "Special symbol B", if not "special symbol E", the process proceeds to step S105-5-18.

(Step S105-5-15)
In step S105-5-15, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the probability variation gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-16. In addition, in the present embodiment, the number of times is set to the infinite probability variation game state until the next hit game is given, but it may be set to a finite probability variation game state. For example, "10000" times may be set as the upper limit of the probability variation gaming state.

(Step S105-5-16)
In step S105-5-16, the main CPU 101 transmits the game state command (probability change) described above to transmit the game state command (probability change) indicating the probability change game state to the effect control board 200. Set to area. Then, when the game state command indicating the probability variation game state is set, the process proceeds to step S105-5-17.

(Step S105-5-17)
In step S105-5-17, the main CPU 101 sets a value "0" indicating that the game is stopped in the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, if the value "0" indicating that the vehicle is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-18)
In step S105-5-18, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the time saving gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "1" is set in the game 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 S105-5-19.

(Step S105-5-19)
In step S105-5-19, the main CPU 101 sets "100" to the hour/hour counter provided in the main RAM 103. As a result, the "100" time saving game state starts from the next change. Then, when "100" is set in the hour/hour counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-20.

(Step S105-5-20)
In step S105-5-20, the main CPU 101 sets a game state command (time saving) indicating the time saving game state to the effect control board 200 in the command transmission area described above. Then, when a game state command (time saving) indicating that the time saving game state is set, the process proceeds to step S105-5-21.

(Step S105-5-21)
In step S105-5-21, the main CPU 101 sets a value “0” indicating that the game is stopped in the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, if the value "0" indicating that the vehicle is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

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

(Step S111-1)
In step S111-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the magnetic sensor 32 has made an input. Then, if the input is made from the magnetic sensor 32, the process proceeds to step S111-2. If the input is not made from the magnetic sensor 32, the process proceeds to step S111-4.

(Step S111-2)
In step S111-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the detection (amount) of magnetism input by the magnetic sensor 32 exceeds a specified value. If the magnetic detection (quantity) exceeds the specified value, the process proceeds to step S111-3. If the magnetic detection (quantity) does not exceed the specified value, the process proceeds to step S111-4. To migrate.

(Step S111-3)
In step S111-3, the main CPU 101 transmits the magnetic sensor error (severe) command to notify the production control board 200 of the magnetic sensor error (severe) command for notifying the magnetic sensor error. Set to area. When the magnetic sensor error (severity) command is set, the process proceeds to step S111-4.

(Step S111-4)
In step S111-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether the radio wave sensor 33 has made an input. Then, if an input is made from the radio wave sensor 33, the process proceeds to step S111-5. If no input is made from the radio wave sensor 33, the process goes to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S111-5)
In step S111-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether the detection (amount) of the radio wave input by the radio wave sensor 33 exceeds a specified value. Then, if the detection (amount) of radio waves exceeds the specified value, the process proceeds to step S111-6, and if the detection (amount) of radio waves does not exceed the specified value, the main control board timer interrupt is performed. The process proceeds to step S112 of the process.

(Step S111-6)
In step S111-6, the main CPU 101 transmits the radio wave sensor error (severe) command to the radio wave sensor error (severe) command for notifying the radio wave sensor error to the effect control board 200. Set to area. When the radio wave sensor error (severity) command is set, the process proceeds to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, many errors occur. The large number of errors are roughly classified into severe errors and minor errors. Examples of the serious error include the above-mentioned magnetic sensor error and radio wave sensor error, and there are many other serious errors. In this case, in the light emitting device 9, the error notification is performed using the light emission pattern for the severe error, and in the speaker 10, the error notification is performed using the volume value for the severe error (for example, the maximum volume value), and the image is displayed. On the display device 26, the error notification is performed by a display for severe error (for example, error notification by the full screen described later). On the other hand, the minor error is, for example, a plate full error, and there are many other errors. In this case, both or one of the speaker 10 and the image display device 26 is used to perform an error notification for a slight error (for example, "please remove the ball").

(About game performance information management processing)
FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the game performance information management processing performed in the main control board 100 (subroutine of step S112 of main control board timer interrupt processing).

(Step S112-1)
In step S112-1, the main CPU 101 executes the input processing shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the input system processing ends, the processing moves to step S112-2.

(Step S112-2)
In step S112-2, the main CPU 101 executes the calculation system process shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the calculation system process is completed, the process proceeds to step S112-3.

(Step S112-3)
In step S112-3, the main CPU 101 performs the display system processing shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the display system process is completed, the process proceeds to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(About input processing)
FIG. 24 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S112-1 of the game performance information management process) showing the input system process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S112-1-1)
In step S112-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the game 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 S112-1-2, and "0" (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. If not set, the process moves to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

Although it is determined in step S112-1-1 whether or not the value of the game state storage area is “0”, the determination process may be unnecessary. That is, you may make it perform the process after step S112-1-2 in a state other than the normal game state (a winning game, a time saving game state, a probability variation game state).

(Step S112-1-2)
In Step S112-1-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the outlet detection SW 25a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information indicating that the out mouth detection SW 25a has detected the entry of the game ball and the out mouth detection SW 25a has detected the entry of the game ball. As a result, when the information indicating that the entry of the game ball is detected is input from the out-mouth detection SW 25a, the process proceeds to step S112-1-3, and the game ball enters from the out-out detection SW 25a. If the information indicating that has been detected is not input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-12.

In step S112-1-2, it may be possible to directly check whether or not information indicating that the game ball has been detected is input from the outlet detection SW 25a, or the step of the input SW detection process. In S104-6, when the entrance of the game ball is detected from the out entrance detection SW 25a, the entrance flag is turned ON, and in the processing, if it is confirmed that the entrance flag is ON, the exit opening The detection SW 25a may be determined to be ON.

(Step S112-1-3)
In step S112-1-3, 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, if the current section is the section A, the process proceeds to step S112-1-4, and if the current section is not the section A, the process proceeds to step S112-1-8.

(Step S112-1-4)
In step S112-1-4, the main CPU 101 updates the normal medium-out counter. Here, a normal medium out counter is provided in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103. The normal mid-out counter is configured to count up (cumulatively) when the out detection SW 25a detects the entry of a game ball in the normal gaming state, and the normal mid-out counter counts the number of outs in the normal gaming state. Can be grasped. That is, if it is determined in step S112-1-2 that an out ball has been detected, the normal out counter is updated in the process. Then, when the normal medium-out counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S112-1-5.

(Step S112-1-5)
In step S112-1-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the normal medium-out counter is "300". That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal medium-out counter to determine whether the value of the normal medium-out counter is “300”. As a result, when the value of the normal out counter is "300", the process proceeds to step S112-1-6, and when the value of the normal out counter is not "300", the game performance information management process Then, the process proceeds to step S112-2.

(Step S112-1-6)
In step S112-1-6, the main CPU 101 temporarily resets the value of the normal during-out counter (sets the value to "0"), and then increments the value of the during-normal out counter by "+1". That is, the main CPU 101 changes to section B from step S112-1-7, which will be described later. Therefore, after the normal out counter counted in section A is once reset, the "300"th out ball is set to section B Count up as the first out ball. Then, the value of the normal medium out counter is once reset (the value is set to “0”), and then the value of the normal medium out counter is set to “+1”, the process proceeds to step S112-1-7.

In addition, in step S112-1-6, the value of the normal out counter is once reset (the value is "0"), but the value may be continuously incremented without being reset. ..

(Step S112-1-7)
In step S112-1-7, the main CPU 101 performs a section changing 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 process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-8)
In step S112-1-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether the frame open detection SW is ON. If the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-1-9. If the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112. The processing shifts to -1-12.

(Step S112-1-9)
In step S112-1-9, the main CPU 101 updates the normal medium-out counter. The process is the same as step S112-1-4 described above, and thus the description is omitted. Then, when the normal out counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S112-1-10.

(Step S112-1-10)
In step S112-1-10, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the normal out counter is the section change value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal medium-out counter to determine whether the value of the normal medium-out counter is “60000”. As a result, if the value of the normal medium out counter is “60000”, the process proceeds to step S112-1-11, and if the value of the normal medium out counter is not “60000”, the game performance information management process. Then, the process proceeds to step S112-2.

(Step S112-1-11)
In step S112-1-11, 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 set to "2" and is changed to the section C, and the value is calculated in the section B immediately before the value of the normal medium out counter reaches "60000". The game performance information is saved in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103. Thereby, for example, in the section C, the final value of the section B in the past section (1) can be displayed. 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 S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-12)
In Step S112-1-12, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the first starting opening detection SW 21a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information indicating that the first start opening detection SW 21a detects the entry of the game ball and the first start opening detection SW 21a has detected the entry of the game ball. As a result, if the information indicating that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the first starting opening detection SW 21a, the process proceeds to step S112-1-13, and the game is started from the first starting opening detection SW 21a. If the information indicating that the entry of a sphere has been detected is not input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-15.

In addition, in step S112-1-12, it may be possible to directly check whether or not the information indicating that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the first starting opening detection SW 21a, or the input SW detection process. In step S104-1, when the entry of the game ball is detected from the first starting opening detection SW 21a, the entry flag is turned ON, and in the process, it can be confirmed that the entry flag is ON. Alternatively, it may be determined that the first starting opening detection SW 21a is ON.

(Step S112-1-13)
In step S112-1-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether the frame open detection switch is ON. If the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-1-14. If the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112. The processing shifts to -1-15.

(Step S112-1-14)
In Step S112-1-14, the main CPU 101 updates the normal medium winning/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 medium winnings payout counter means that the first starting opening detection SW 21a, the second starting opening detection SW 22a, and the normal winning opening detection SW 23a count up (cumulatively) when the game balls are detected in the normal game state. The number of prize-winning payouts in the normal game state can be grasped by the normal-intermediate prize-winning payout counter. In other words, when it is determined that a ball has been detected in step S112-1-12, step S112-1-15 described later, and step S112-1-18 described later, the normal medium prize payout counter is updated (each prize ball is It will be updated for a few minutes). Therefore, in the process, “3”, which is the number of prize balls of the first starting opening 21, is counted up. Then, after updating the normal medium prize payout counter, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

In addition, in the normal game state, the game ball does not enter the second start opening 22 (board configuration), or the specification that does not perform the hit determination process even if the ball enters, the winning payout in the normal game state It suffices not to include the second starting ports 22 in the number. On the other hand, in the normal gaming state, if the game balls enter the second starting opening 22 (board configuration), the second starting opening 22 may be included in the number of payouts in the normal gaming state.

(Step S112-1-15)
In Step S112-1-15, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the second starting opening detection SW 22a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information indicating that the second starting opening detection SW 22a detects the entry of the game ball and the second starting opening detection SW 22a has detected the entry of the game ball. As a result, if the information indicating that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the second starting opening detection SW 22a, the process proceeds to step S112-1-16, and the game is started from the second starting opening detection SW 22a. If the information indicating that the entry of a sphere has been detected is not input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-18.

In addition, in step S112-1-15, it may be possible to directly check whether or not the information indicating that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the second starting opening detection SW 22a, or the input SW detection process. In the step S104-2, when the entry of the game ball is detected from the second starting opening detection SW 22a, the entry flag is set to ON, and in the processing, it can be confirmed that the entry flag is ON. Alternatively, it may be determined that the second starting opening detection SW 22a is ON.

(Step S112-1-16)
In step S112-1-16, the main CPU 101 determines whether the frame open detection switch is ON. If the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-1-17. If the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112. The processing shifts to -1-18.

(Step S112-1-17)
In Step S112-1-17, the main CPU 101 updates the normal medium winning/payout counter. Therefore, in the process, “2”, which is the number of prize balls of the second starting opening 22, is counted up. Then, after updating the normal medium prize payout counter, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-18)
In Step S112-1-18, 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 the game ball and the information indicating that the normal winning opening detection SW 23a has detected the entry of the game ball is input. As a result, when the information indicating that the game ball has been detected is input from the normal winning opening detection SW 23a, the process proceeds to step S112-1-19, and the game ball is detected from the normal winning opening detection SW 23a. If the information indicating that a ball has been detected has not been input, the process moves to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-19)
In step S112-1-19, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame open detection switch is ON. Then, if the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-1-20, and if the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open state), game performance The processing moves to step S112-2 of the information management processing.

(Step S112-1-20)
In Step S112-1-20, the main CPU 101 updates the normal medium winning/payout counter. Therefore, in the process, the number of prize balls of the normal winning opening 23, “8”, is counted up. Then, after updating the normal medium prize payout counter, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

As described above, when the out-ball is detected (YES in step S112-1-2), various winning openings (hereinafter, the first starting opening 21, the second starting opening 22, and the normal winning opening 23 are collectively included in the various winning openings. (YES in step S112-1-12, YES in step S112-1-15, YES in step S112-1-18), whether the frame open detection SW is ON or not. Is determined (step S112-1-8, step S112-1-13, step S112-1-16, step S112-1-19). When the door is open, the normal medium out counter and the normal medium prize payout counter are not updated (NO in step S112-1-8, NO in step S112-1-13, step S112-1). -16: NO, Step S112-1-19: NO). Thereby, for example, in the section B and thereafter, when the administrator opens the glass frame 4 to enter the various winning openings in order to confirm the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it occurs without playing a game. It is possible to exclude the number of paid-out payouts, and it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of paid-out payouts and the number of out-games generated when a game is being played).

Further, when the out-ball is detected in the section A, the normal out-counter is updated without determining whether the frame opening detection SW is ON. This is because, as described above, the section A is a section in which the game performance information is not calculated, and is a section in which the administrator confirms the operation and the like from the time the game shop is installed to the time the shop is opened. It is not necessary to determine whether the door is open or not, which allows the process of the section A to proceed smoothly.

(About calculation processing)
FIG. 25 is a flow chart (subroutine of step S112-2 of the game performance information management process) showing the calculation system process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S112-2-1)
In step S112-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the game 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 S112-2-2, and "0" (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. If not set, the process moves to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process.

Although it is determined in step S112-2-1 whether or not the value of the game state storage area is "0", the determination process may be unnecessary. That is, you may make it perform the process after step S112-2-2 in a state other than the normal game state (a winning game, a time saving game state, a probability variation game state).

(Step S112-2-2)
In step S112-2-2, 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, if the current section is the section A, the process proceeds to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process, and if the current section is not the section A, the process proceeds to step S112-2-3. Transition. Although illustration is omitted, when the current section is the section A, the display data (of the section A) shown in FIG. 10 is created, and the process proceeds to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process. To do.

(Step S112-2-3)
In step S112-2-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether the frame opening detection SW is ON. If the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-2-4, and if the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open state), game performance The processing moves to step S112-3 of the information management processing.

(Step S112-2-4)
In step S112-2-4, the main CPU 101 obtains a normal medium prize payout counter value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal-winning prize payout counter of the main RAM 103 to obtain the current value of the normal-winning prize payout counter (obtains and stores it in the register). Then, when the normal middle prize payout counter value is acquired, the process proceeds to step S112-2-5.

(Step S112-2-5)
In step S112-2-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a normal medium-out counter value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal medium-out counter of the main RAM 103, and acquires the current value of the normal medium-out counter (acquires and stores it in the register). Then, when the normal out counter value is acquired, the process proceeds to step S112-2-6.

(Step S112-2-6)
In step S112-2-6, the main CPU 101 sets the acquired normal prize-winning payout counter value and normal middle-out counter value to “(the number of game balls paid out in the normal game state/the 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 S112-2-7.

(Step S112-2-7)
In step S112-2-7, the main CPU 101 creates display data in the current section based on the game performance information calculated in step S112-2-6, and saves 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 saved, the process proceeds to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process.

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

Further, it is determined whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON (step S112-2-3), and if it is "door opening", the game performance information is not calculated (step S112-2-3). NO). Thereby, for example, in the section B and thereafter, when the administrator opens the glass frame 4 to enter the various winning openings in order to confirm the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it occurs without playing a game. It is possible to exclude the number of paid-out payouts, and it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of paid-out payouts and the number of out-games generated when a game is being played).

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

For example, if it is determined that the door is being opened, the calculation system processing may be executed without updating the various counters. 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 (the door is being closed) continues to be calculated. Even with this configuration, it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of payouts and payouts and the number of outs generated when a game is being played).

(About display processing)
FIG. 26 is a flow chart (a subroutine of step S112-3 of the game performance information management process) showing the display system process performed in the main control board 100.

(Step S112-3-1)
In step S112-3-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether it is the display timing of the current section. As described above, the display of the current section → the predetermined time has passed (5 seconds have passed) → the past section (1) has been displayed → the predetermined time has passed (5 seconds have passed) → the past section (2) has been displayed → the predetermined time has passed ( Switching display such as 5 seconds elapsed)→display of past section (3)→predetermined time elapsed (5 seconds elapsed)→display of current section is performed. Therefore, referring to a timer counter or the like, the current section is displayed. It is determined whether it is display timing. Then, if it is the display timing of the current section, the process proceeds to step S112-3-2, and if it is not the display timing of the current section, the process proceeds to step S112-3-3.

(Step S112-3-2)
In step S112-3-2, the main CPU 101 displays the game performance information of the current section on the display device 104 based on the display data stored in step S112-2-6 of the calculation system process. Then, when the game performance information of the current section is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S112-3-3)
In step S112-3-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether it is the display timing of the past section (1). That is, the main CPU 101 refers to a timer counter or the like to determine whether the display timing is in the past section (1). Then, if it is the display timing of the past section (1), the process proceeds to step S112-3-4. If it is not the display timing of the past section (1), the process proceeds to step S112-3-5. To migrate.

(Step S112-3-4)
In step S112-3-4, the main CPU 101 obtains the game performance information of the past section (1) based on the display data (final value data) stored in step S112-1-11 of the input processing. It is displayed on the display unit 104. When the game performance information of the past section (1) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S112-3-5)
In step S112-3-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether it is the display timing of the past section (2). That is, the main CPU 101 refers to a timer counter or the like to determine whether the display timing is in the past section (2). If it is the display timing of the past section (2), the process proceeds to step S112-3-6. If it is not the display timing of the past section (2), the process proceeds to step S112-3-7. To migrate.

(Step S112-3-6)
In step S112-3-6, the main CPU 101 displays the game performance information of the past section (2) based on the display data (final value data) stored in step S112-1-11 of the input system processing. It is displayed on the display unit 104. Then, when the game performance information of the past section (2) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S112-3-7)
In step S112-3-7, the main CPU 101 obtains game performance information of the past section (3) based on the display data (final value data) stored in step S112-1-11 of the input system processing. It is displayed on the display unit 104. Then, when the game performance information of the past section (3) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S113 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 for the current and past three sections is grasped. be able to. Further, since the display of the game performance information is always performed regardless of the game state, for example, even when the probability variation game state is controlled, to grasp the game performance information in the normal game state You can

(Regarding control processing performed by the sub CPU 201)
The control processing performed by the sub CPU 201 will be described with reference to FIGS. 27 to 32. Note that the control program shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 27 to 32 is stored in the sub ROM 202, and the sub CPU 201 reads the control program from the sub ROM 202 and performs control processing according to the read control program.

(Step S200)
In step S200, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 is out of power (power failure state). As a result, if the power is off (power failure state), the process of step S200 is repeatedly executed, and if not, the process proceeds to step S201. When the power is off (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 initialization process of initializing the values of the registers provided therein. When the initial setting process is completed, the process proceeds to step S202.

(Step S202)
In step S202, the sub CPU 201 sets the CTC. That is, a CTC (counter timer circuit) having a function of creating a pulse output of a constant cycle, a function of measuring time, and the like is set, and an effect control board timer interrupt process described later is periodically performed 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 interruption of the effect control board timer interrupt processing which is executed by periodically interrupting the effect control board main processing. Then, if the interrupt 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 interruption of the effect control board timer interrupt processing which is executed by periodically interrupting the effect control board main processing. Then, when the interruption is permitted, the process is moved to step S203 again, and thereafter, step S203 to step S205 are looped.

(About production control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the effect control board timer interrupt process performed in the effect control board 200. The process is a process executed by periodically interrupting (for example, every 4 ms) the above-described effect control board main process.

(Step S300)
In step S300, the sub CPU 201 saves the contents of the register in 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 the main command reception process shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. Then, when the main command reception process ends, the process moves to step S302.

(Step S302)
In step S302, the sub CPU 201 performs input processing of the operating 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 yes, the operation information is input from the cross key detection SW 16a. When the sub CPU 201 inputs the operation information, the sub CPU 201 controls the image display device 26, the speaker 10 and the like to execute an effect. For example, when the operation information is input from the effect button detection SW 14a, the character image is displayed on the image display device 26, and the voice effect by the character image is output from the speaker 10. Then, when the input process of the operation device is completed, the process proceeds to step S303.

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 201 performs 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, etc.) executes the effect content determined in steps S301 and S302. Control output. As a result, in each effect device, an effect corresponding to an effect pattern variation pattern described later or an effect corresponding to the operation of the effect button 14 or the effect lever 15 is 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. When the contents saved in the stack area are restored in the register, the effect control board timer interrupt process ends.

(About main command reception processing)
FIG. 29 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301 of the effect control board timer interrupt processing) showing the main command reception processing performed in the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-1)
In step S301-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a setting value related information command has been received. Examples of the set value related information command include the set value changing command, the set value information command, the set value checking command, and the set value checking end command. Then, if any of these commands is received, the process proceeds to step S301-2, and if any of these commands is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-3.

(Step S301-2)
In step S301-2, the sub CPU 201 performs processing when receiving a setting value related information command. For example, when the setting value changing command is received, a process for notifying that “setting is being changed” is performed via the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10 and the image display device 26, and the setting value information command is received. In this case, the setting value information is stored in the sub RAM 203 to enable the execution of the setting value suggestion effect, the processing for ending the notification "setting is being changed" is performed, and the setting value confirming command is received. In the case, a process for notifying that "setting is being confirmed" is performed via the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10 and the image display device 26, and when the set value confirmation end command is received, "setting is being confirmed". Processing for ending the notification. When the process is finished, the process moves to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-3)
In step S301-3, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the power supply related information command has been received. Examples of the power-related information command include the power-on command and the power recovery command described above. Then, if any of these commands is received, the process proceeds to step S301-4, and if any of these commands is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-5.

(Step S301-4)
In step S301-4, the sub CPU 201 performs a process upon reception of a power supply related information command. For example, when a power-on command is received, a process for notifying that "the power is on" is performed via the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, and the image display device 26, and when a power-restoring command is received, A process for notifying that “power is being restored” is performed via the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, and the image display device 26. If a power-on command or a power restoration command is received while performing a caution prompting notification, which will be described later, even if the caution prompting notification is being executed, the caution prompting notification is terminated and "Power is being turned on.""Or" or "Power is being restored". This point will be described later using a time chart. When the process is finished, the process moves to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-5)
In step S301-5, the sub CPU 201 determines whether an error related information command has been received. Examples of the error-related information command include the above-mentioned commands related to severe errors and commands related to minor errors. Then, if any of these commands is received, the process proceeds to step S301-6, and if any of these commands is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-7.

(Step S301-6)
In step S301-6, the sub CPU 201 performs an error related command reception process shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the error-related command reception process ends, the process moves to step S302.

(Step S301-7)
In step S301-7, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the starting opening related information command has been received. Examples of the starting opening related information command include the above-described first starting opening winning command, second starting opening winning command, first starting opening subtraction command, and second starting opening subtraction command. If any of these commands is received, the process proceeds to step S301-8, and if any of these commands is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-9.

(Step S301-8)
In step S301-8, the sub CPU 201 performs a process at the time of receiving the starting opening related information command. For example, when the first start opening winning command or the first start opening subtraction command is received, the holding ball image (holding number image) (corresponding to the first starting opening 21) in the image display device 26 is updated. When the processing is performed and the second start opening winning command and the second start opening subtraction command are received, the reserved ball image (corresponding to the second starting opening 22) and the reserved number image in the image display device 26 are updated. For processing. When the process is finished, the process moves to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-9)
In step S301-9, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the variation pattern related information command has been received. The variation pattern related information command includes the above-mentioned special symbol variation pattern designation command. If the command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-10. If the command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-11.

(Step S301-10)
In step S301-10, the sub CPU 201 performs processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern related information command. For example, when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is received, the variation effect pattern is determined from the variation effect pattern determination table (not shown). In the variation effect pattern determination table, one or more variation effect patterns are associated with one special symbol variation pattern. For example, in the case of "normal variation" (7S) of "variation pattern 1", one corresponding variation effect pattern (7S) is prepared, and it may be "super reach" (40S) of "variation pattern 7". For example, a plurality of corresponding variable effect patterns (40S) are prepared. When the "variation pattern 7" is received, any one of the variation production patterns prepared is determined. Since a plurality of prepared fluctuating effect patterns have different effect contents, it is possible to execute a plurality of effects for one fluctuating pattern. When the process is finished, the process moves to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-11)
In step S301-11, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a symbol designating related information command has been received. The symbol designating related information command includes a winning special symbol designating command and a lost special symbol designating command. If any of these commands is received, the process proceeds to step S301-12, and if any of these commands is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-13.

(Step S301-12)
In step S301-12, the sub CPU 201 performs a symbol designation related information command reception process. For example, when the winning symbol designating command is received, the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning in the above-mentioned decorative symbol image or the fourth symbol image (for example, “777”) is determined, and the special symbol designating command of the loss is determined. When received, the combination of symbols corresponding to the loss in the decorative symbol image or the fourth symbol image (for example, “524”) is determined. When the process is finished, the process moves to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-13)
In step S301-13, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a symbol stop command has been received. When the symbol stop command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-14, and when the symbol stop command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-15.

(Step S301-14)
In step S301-14, the sub CPU 201 performs a symbol stop command reception process. Specifically, the processing for stopping the variable display decorative pattern image and the fourth pattern image is performed. When the process is finished, the process moves to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-15)
In Step S301-15, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a game state related information command has been received. The game state related information command includes a game state command (normal), a game state command (time saving), and a game state command (probable change). If any of these commands is received, the process proceeds to step S301-16, and if any of these commands is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-17.

(Step S301-16)
In step S301-16, the sub CPU 201 executes a game state related information command reception process. Specifically, when a game state command (normal) is received, processing for determining the effect (background etc.) corresponding to the normal game state is performed, and when a game state command (time saving) is received, a time saving game state When the game state command (probability variation) is received, the process of determining the effect (background etc.) corresponding to is performed, the process of determining the effect (background etc.) corresponding to the probability variation game state is performed. When the game state related information command reception process ends, the process moves to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-17)
In step S301-17, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a demo command has been received. Then, if the demo command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-18, and if the demo command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-19.

(Step S301-18)
In step S301-18, the sub CPU 201 performs the demo command reception process shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the demo command reception process is completed, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S301-19)
In step S301-19, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the ending command has been received. When the ending command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-20, and when the ending command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-21.

(Step S301-20)
In step S301-20, the sub CPU 201 performs the ending command reception process shown in FIG. The process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. When the ending command reception process ends, the process moves to step S302.

(Step S301-21)
In step S301-21, the sub CPU 201 performs processing when a large number of other commands (not shown) are received. Then, when the processing in the case of receiving many other commands (not shown) is completed, the processing is shifted to step S302.

(About processing at the time of error related command reception)
FIG. 30 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-6 of the main command reception process) showing the error-related command reception process performed in the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-6-1)
In step S301-6-1, the sub CPU 201 determines an error notification mode corresponding to the error command. For example, when a command indicating a magnetic sensor error is received, “Magnetic sensor error occurred” is displayed on the image display device 26, and the corresponding voice and light emission pattern are determined. Then, when the error notification mode corresponding to the error command is determined, the process proceeds to step S301-6-2.

(Step S301-6-2)
In step S301-6-2, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the error is a serious error. For example, when a command indicating a magnetic sensor error is received, it is determined that it is a serious error, and when a command indicating a plate full error is received, it is determined that it is not a serious error (mild error). If it is determined that the error is a serious error, the process proceeds to step S301-6-3. If it is determined that the error is not a serious error, the process proceeds to step S301-6-4.

(Step S301-6-3)
In step S301-6-3, the sub CPU 201 determines to perform error notification on the entire screen. Specifically, using the entire display area of the image display device 26, it is determined to display, for example, "magnetic sensor error occurrence" (see FIG. 40). Then, when it is determined that the error notification is to be performed on the entire screen, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S301-6-4)
In step S301-6-4, the sub CPU 201 determines to perform error notification on a partial screen. Specifically, using a part of the display area of the image display device 26, for example, in the case of a plate full error, it is determined to display "please remove the ball" or the like. Then, when it is decided to perform the error notification on the partial screen, the process proceeds to step S302.

(About processing when receiving demo command)
FIG. 31 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-18 of the main command reception process) showing the process at the time of demo command reception performed in the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-18-1)
In step S301-18-1, the sub CPU 201 sets a demo movie display (including attention prompt notification). The demo movie display is composed of a predetermined execution time, and within this predetermined execution time, a predetermined character is displayed, an advertisement notice, an attention prompt notice, and the like are displayed. The details of the "advertisement notification" and "attention promotion notification" will be described later. When the demo movie display (including the attention prompting notification) is set, the process proceeds to step S301-18-2.

(Step S301-18-2)
In step S301-18-2, the sub CPU 201 sets a light emission pattern. Specifically, the light emission patterns of the light emitting device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 during the demonstration production are determined. When the light emission pattern is set, the process proceeds to step S301-18-3.

(Step S301-18-3)
In step S301-18-3, the sub CPU 201 performs setting so that BGM is not output. That is, it is in a silent state during the demonstration effect, and is in a silent state during the display of the predetermined character, the advertisement notice, the attention prompt notice, and the like. In this way, by making the sound silent during the demonstration, the player who is going to play a new game mistakenly thinks that another player is playing because the sound is output during the demonstration. It can be prevented. When the BGM is set to be non-output, the process proceeds to step S302.

It is assumed that the BGM is not output during the demonstration effect and is in a silent state. However, the non-output target is not limited to the BGM and may be a sound effect.

Further, the setting of not outputting the BGM may be to stop the BGM itself, or to output the BGM but not to make a sound from the speaker 10 (so-called “mute”). In any case, it is sufficient that the sound is inaudible to the player.

(About processing when receiving the ending command)
FIG. 32 is a flow chart (subroutine of step S301-20 of the main command receiving process) showing the ending command receiving process performed in the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-20-1)
In step S301-20-1, the sub CPU 201 sets the ending display (including the attention prompting notification). As described above, the ending display is composed of, for example, “10S”, and during the “10S”, a predetermined character is displayed, an advertisement notice is displayed, a caution notice is displayed, and the like. When the ending display (including the attention prompting notification) is set, the process proceeds to step S301-20-2.

(Step S301-20-2)
In step S301-20-2, the sub CPU 201 sets a light emission pattern. Specifically, the light emission patterns of the light emitting device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 during the ending are determined. When the light emission pattern is set, the process proceeds to step S301-20-3.

(Step S301-20-3)
In step S301-20-3, the sub CPU 201 makes settings for outputting BGM. That is, the BGM is output during the ending, and the BGM is output during all the display of the predetermined character, the advertisement notification, the attention notification, and the like. In this way, by keeping the BGM output (audible sound for the player) during the ending, it is possible to maintain the mood of the player who is uplifted by the winning game. Then, when the setting for outputting BGM is performed, the process proceeds to step S302.

Although the BGM is output during the ending, the output target is not limited to the BGM and may be a sound effect.

(About advertisement notification)
Examples of the “advertisement notification” include display of the model name of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and display of the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, the "advertisement notification" is executed during the demonstration production and the ending of the winning game.

In the present embodiment, the “advertisement notification” is executed during the demonstration performance and the ending of the winning game, but the execution timing is not limited to this. For example, it may be executed also during the customer waiting standby effect, or may be executed only at the timing of either one of the demonstration effect and the ending of the winning game.

Further, the content of the "advertisement notification" to be executed may be different during the demonstration production and the ending of the winning game. For example, while the winning game is ending, the model name of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed and the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed, while during the demonstration, the model name of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed and the pachinko gaming machine is displayed. Either one of the displays of the manufacturer of the machine 1 may be displayed, or vice versa.

Further, the content of the “advertisement notification” to be executed may be exactly the same during the demonstration production and the ending of the winning game.

(About attention promotion notification)
The “attention prompting notification” is, for example, a display that warns of excessive involvement in the game (eg, “Be careful about being absorbed in the game”), a value-value medium as a pachinko machine 1 (strictly speaking). , A display that warns that the player forgets to take it from the game ball lending device adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a display saying "Don't forget to pick up the card"), a display that prohibits games under 18 years old (see FIG. 40) ), a display that calls attention to a fraud that declares a strategy for the pachinko gaming machine 1 (see FIG. 40), a display that indicates that a fraudulent act on the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a crime (see FIG. 40), and others Also, a display (not shown) that pays attention to visually recognizing the light of the light emitting device 9, the image display device 26, and the board lighting device 29 for a long time. An example is a display (not shown) that takes care not to pinch your fingers. Then, the "attention promotion notification" is executed during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game.

In the present embodiment, the “attention promotion notification” is executed during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game, but the execution timing is not limited to this. For example, it may be executed also during the customer waiting standby effect, or may be executed only at the timing of either one of the demonstration effect and the ending of the winning game.

In addition, the content of the “attention promotion notification” to be executed may be different during the demonstration production and the ending of the winning game. For example, during the ending of a winning game, a display that warns of excessive involvement in the game (for example, "Be careful about the involvement of the game"), forgetting to remove the valuable medium from the pachinko machine 1 While displaying a caution (for example, "Don't forget to pick up the card"), during the demonstration production, a display that warns you of being excessively absorbed in the game (for example, "Be careful not to be absorbed in the game." "Display"), a display that prohibits playing under 18 years old (see FIG. 40), a display that calls attention to a scam that states a strategy for pachinko gaming machine 1 (see FIG. 40), and a fraud on pachinko gaming machine 1 A display indicating that the action is a crime (see FIG. 40), a display noting that the light emitted from the light-emitting body is visually recognized for a long time (not shown), and when the effect lever 15 is movable, the player hands Alternatively, a display (not shown) may be displayed to take care not to pinch a finger or vice versa.

The content of the “attention promotion notification” to be executed may be the same during the demonstration production and the ending of the winning game.

However, since the ending time of the winning game is limited and the degree of freedom is less than that of the demonstration performance, the information displayed as the "attention promotion notification" is appropriately combined with the information displayed as the "advertisement display". It is desirable to adjust. For example, when the amount of information displayed as "advertisement display" at the ending of the winning game is larger than that of the demonstration effect, the amount of information displayed as "attention promotion notification" at the ending of the winning game is greater than that of the demonstration effect. It should be reduced. If the amount of information displayed as "advertisement display" at the ending of the winning game is less than the demonstration effect, the amount of information displayed as "attention prompting notification" at the ending of the winning game is less than the demonstration effect. Just do more. With this configuration, it is possible to efficiently execute the “advertisement advertisement display” and the “attention promotion notification” by using the ending of the winning game and the demonstration effect.

On the other hand, during the ending of the winning game, one or both of the amount of information displayed as “advertisement display” and the amount of information displayed as “attention promotion notification” may be less than the demonstration effect. As a result, the “advertisement display” and the “attention promotion notification” can be efficiently executed during the limited time during the ending of the winning game.

Next, the characteristic part of the present embodiment will be described with reference to the time charts 1 to 6 of FIGS. 33 to 38, the diagram showing the relationship between the attention prompting notification and the ending condition of FIG. 39, and the animation of FIG. 40. .. The animation in FIG. 40 shows the display mode of the image display device 26.

(About time chart 1 in FIG. 33)
The time chart 1 of FIG. 33 shows an example during the ending of the winning game. Timing (a) is, for example, the timing when the final round of the winning game is finished and the winning game ending (hereinafter, “ED”) is turned on. Then, in the winning game ED, a predetermined character is displayed from the timing (a) to the timing (b), and after the winning game is finished, an effect is given to inform whether it is in a time saving game state or a probability variation game state. It is being appreciated. While the winning game is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) including the winning game ED is ON. As a result, it is possible to maintain the mood of the player who is uplifted in the winning game even in the winning game ED.

Then, when the timing (b) is reached after finishing the above-mentioned effect, the advertisement notification is turned on, and the information related to the above-mentioned advertisement notification is displayed on the image display device 26. Then, when the advertisement notification is completed, a predetermined switching image (for example, a whiteout image) is displayed until timing (c).

Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the attention prompting notification is turned on, and the information relating to the above-mentioned attention prompting notification is displayed on the image display device 26 for, for example, “3S”. As described above, while the winning game is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) including the winning game ED is ON, so the effect sound is generated while the attention prompting notification is being performed. (BGM, sound effect) is ON.

Here, while the attention prompting notification is being performed, for example, (1) the BGM output from the per-game may be output as it is, or (2) in addition to the BGM output from the per-game. The sound effect may be output, (3) the sound volume of the BGM output from the per game may be reduced to output the sound effect, or (4) the BGM output from the per game may be replaced. May output a sound effect. In particular, in the case of (2) to (4), it is possible to easily notice that the attention prompting notification is being performed while maintaining the mood of the player who is uplifted in the winning game even in the winning game ED. Therefore, it is possible to execute a suitable attention notification.

Then, when the timing (d) is reached, the attention promotion notification is turned off, and a predetermined switching image (for example, a whiteout image) is displayed until the timing (e) at which the hit game or the like thereafter is turned off.

The above time chart 1 is shown in the display mode of the image display device 26 in (TC) of FIGS. 40A to 40D. Note that (a) to (d) of FIG. 33 and (a) to (d) of “TC1” of FIG. 40 have a correspondence relationship. That is, at the timing when the winning game ED is turned on in FIG. 33A, an image or the like for notifying that the winning game is finished is displayed on the image display device 26.

Then, when the advertisement notification is turned on in FIG. 33B, the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, is displayed on the image display device 26. Then, when the attention prompting notification is turned on in FIG. 33(c), the image display device 26 displays, for example, a message indicating that the player is excessively absorbed in the game (for example, "Be careful of the game involved". Display), and a display that warns that the valuable-value medium is forgotten to be removed from the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a display "Don't forget to take the card"). Note that these displays indicate that they are displayed at the same time, but it is also possible to display only one of them first and display the other only after.

Also, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is ON even while the attention prompting notification is being performed, but only the BGM and sound effect are output, and "Please do not forget to take the card." Is not output, or a voice saying "Be careful of playing games". That is, the attention reminder is to urge attention by the display, and the attention is not urged more than necessary. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player's mood of the winning game from being offended while performing appropriate cautionary alert notification, and it is possible to perform appropriate alerting alert notification.

Then, when the attention prompting notification is turned off in FIG. 33D, the display relating to the attention prompting notification on the image display device 26 is erased, and the whiteout image is displayed as shown in FIG.

(About time chart 2 in FIG. 34)
The time chart 2 of FIG. 34 is an example showing an irregular case in which the attention prompting notification is forcibly ended during the winning game ED. That is, FIG. 34 assumes that an error (for example, a magnetic sensor error) has occurred during the winning game ED. The process up to the timing (c) is the same as that shown in FIG.

When the timing (c) is reached, the attention prompting notification is turned on, and the information relating to the above-mentioned attention prompting notification is displayed on the image display device 26 for, for example, “3S”. As described above, while the winning game is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) including the winning game ED is ON, so the effect sound is generated while the attention prompting notification is being performed. (BGM, sound effect) is ON.

Here, it is indicated that the error command (severity) is received (turned ON) at the timing (f) when “1S” has elapsed from the timing (c). In this case, the attention prompting notification is originally executed until timing (d) when "3S" has elapsed, but is ended at timing (f). Then, the attention prompting notification is turned off, and the error full screen notification is turned on.

At the timing (f), the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is turned off, and thereafter, the error notification sound is output until the error is canceled. Since the timings (d) and (e) are the same as those in FIG. 33, the description thereof will be omitted.

The above-mentioned time chart 2 is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26, in (TC) of FIG. 40, (a) to (c), (f). Note that the description up to (c) is omitted because it is similar to "TC1".

Then, when the attention prompting notification is turned on in FIG. 34(c), the image display device 26 displays, for example, a message indicating that the player is excessively absorbed in the game (for example, "Let's be careful of the game"). Display), and a display that warns that the valuable-value medium is forgotten to be removed from the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a display "Don't forget to take the card").

Then, when the error command (severity) is turned on in FIG. 34(f), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of displaying the attention prompting notification, and displays "Magnetic sensor error occurrence". Is displayed. Further, the speaker 10 outputs an error notification sound (a sound called “beebee”) in place of the effect sound that has been output so far. In this way, when it is necessary to give a notification having a higher priority than the attention promoting notification, the attention promoting notification is ended, and the notification having a higher priority than the attention promoting notification is performed. As a result, it is possible to perform accurate notification according to the situation.

In the example of FIG. 34, a case in which a serious error (for example, a magnetic sensor error or a radio wave sensor error) has occurred during the display of the attention prompt notification during the winning game ED has been described, but a minor error (for example, a plate full error). If occurs, the attention prompting notification is continued to be displayed. That is, when a minor error occurs during the display of the attention prompting notification during the winning game ED, the display of the attention prompting notification is continued and the empty portion of the display area is used or overlaps the attention prompting notification. And informs that a minor error has occurred (for example, "Please pull out the ball").

Particularly, at the end of the winning game, the player is often absorbed in the image displayed on the image display device 26 during the winning game, and often forgets to discharge the game balls stored in the lower tray 5b. Therefore, the dish full tank error at the end of the hit tends to occur frequently, but if the warning prompt notification is terminated and the occurrence of the minor error is notified each time, the player should be warned appropriately. It cannot be promoted. Therefore, regarding the minor error, while the display of the attention prompting notification is continued, the occurrence of the minor error is also notified. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being unable to properly warn the attention, and it is possible to appropriately perform the attention prompting notification.

Note that in the example of FIG. 34, when the error is canceled at a time point when “1S” has further passed from the timing (f) (that is, when “2S” has passed from the timing (c)), attention is given to the timing (d). The notification may be displayed again. As a result, it is possible to increase the possibility that the player can confirm the attention prompting notification. On the other hand, the attention prompting notification may not be displayed again. As a result, the process of redisplaying can be omitted, and the control can be simplified.

Further, for example, when a serious error occurs at the timing (b) and the error is resolved immediately before reaching the timing (c), the attention prompting notification may be displayed without displaying the advertisement notification. Thereby, the information required for the player can be prioritized, and the appropriate attention prompting notification can be executed.

(About time chart 3 in FIG. 35)
The time chart 3 of FIG. 35 shows an example during the demonstration effect. In addition, when the symbol variation game is finished and the pending storage area is empty, the "customer waiting standby effect" is executed for a predetermined time. This customer waiting standby effect is a state in which a decorative symbol image or the like showing the result of the symbol variation game executed immediately before is displayed, and ends after a predetermined time has elapsed, and the demonstration effect is executed. Then, when the demonstration effect is completed, a loop is executed again such as executing the customer waiting standby effect.

Timing (a) is a timing when the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. While the demonstration effect is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF. Thus, it is possible to prevent a player who is going to play a new game from misunderstanding that another player is playing because a sound is output during the demonstration effect.

Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the advertisement notification is turned on, and the information related to the advertisement notification described above is displayed on the image display device 26. Then, when the advertisement notification is completed, a predetermined switching image (for example, a whiteout image) is displayed until timing (c).

Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the attention prompting notification is turned on, and the information relating to the above-mentioned attention prompting notification is displayed on the image display device 26 for, for example, “3S”. As described above, since the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF while the demonstration effect is ON, the effect sound (BGM, effect sound) is also activated during the attention prompting notification. ) Is OFF.

Then, when the timing (d) is reached, the attention promotion notification is turned off, the subsequent demonstration effect is turned off, and a predetermined switching image (for example, whiteout) is reached until the timing (e) when the customer waiting standby effect is turned on. Image) is displayed.

Note that the execution time of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect is the same as the execution time of the attention prompting notification during the winning game ED, but it may be different. For example, the execution time of the attention prompt notification during the demonstration effect having a higher degree of freedom than the winning game ED may be longer.

The above-mentioned time chart 3 is shown in the display mode of the image display device 26 in (TC) of FIGS. 40A to 40D. Note that (a) to (d) of FIG. 35 and (a) to (d) of “TC3” of FIG. 40 have a correspondence relationship. That is, at the timing when the demonstration effect is turned on in FIG. 35A, an image or the like for notifying that the demonstration effect has started is displayed on the image display device 26.

Then, when the advertisement notification is turned on in FIG. 35B, the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, is displayed on the image display device 26. Then, when the attention prompting notification is turned on in FIG. 35(c), the image display device 26 displays, for example, a message indicating that the player is excessively absorbed in the game (for example, "Be careful about the game". Display), a display prohibiting games under 18 years old), a display calling attention to a scam claiming a strategy for pachinko gaming machine 1, and a display indicating that a fraudulent act on pachinko gaming machine 1 is a crime. .. Note that these displays indicate that they are displayed at the same time, but it is also possible to display only one of them first and display the other only after.

In addition, the production sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF even while the attention promoting notification is being performed, and naturally, the voice "Let's be careful of the game" and other attention promoting notifications are supported. No sound is output. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being surprised by outputting the sound only for the attention promotion notification while performing the appropriate attention promotion notification, and it is possible to execute the appropriate attention promotion notification.

Then, when the attention prompting notification is turned off in FIG. 35D, the display relating to the attention prompting notification on the image display device 26 is erased, and the whiteout image is displayed as shown in FIG. 35D.

(About time chart 4 in FIG. 36)
The time chart 4 of FIG. 36 is an example showing an irregular case in which the attention prompting notification is forcibly ended during the demonstration effect. That is, FIG. 36 assumes that an error (for example, a magnetic sensor error) has occurred during the demonstration effect. The process up to the timing (c) is the same as that shown in FIG.

Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the attention prompting notification is turned on, and the information relating to the above-mentioned attention prompting notification is displayed on the image display device 26 for, for example, “3S”. As described above, since the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF while the demonstration effect is ON, the effect sound (BGM, effect sound) is also activated during the attention prompting notification. ) Is OFF.

Here, it is indicated that the error command (severity) is received (turned ON) at the timing (e) when “1S” has elapsed from the timing (c). In this case, the attention prompting notification is originally executed until timing (d) when “3S” has elapsed, but is ended at timing (e). Then, the attention prompting notification is turned off, and the error full screen notification is turned on.

Further, the error notification sound is output from the timing (e), and thereafter, the error notification sound is output until the error is canceled. Note that the timing (d) is the same as that in FIG. 35, so description thereof will be omitted.

The above time chart 4 is shown in the display mode of the image display device 26 in (TC) of FIGS. 40A to 40C, (a) to (c) and (e). Note that the description up to (c) is omitted because it is similar to "TC3".

Then, when the attention prompting notification is turned on in FIG. 36(c), for example, a display warning that the player is overly absorbed in the game (for example, a display "Be careful about the game being absorbed"), a person under the age of 18 A display for prohibiting a game), a display for calling attention to a scam claiming a strategy for the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a display for showing that a fraudulent act on the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a crime.

Then, when the error command (severity) is turned on in FIG. 36(e), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of displaying the attention prompting notification, and indicates that “magnetic sensor error has occurred. Is displayed. Further, although (a) to (c) are in a silent state, in (e), the speaker 10 outputs an error notification sound (sound "beebee"). That is, although there is no sound during the demonstration effect, an error notification sound is output when an error occurs. In this way, when it is necessary to give a notification with a higher priority than the attention prompting notification, the attention prompting notification is ended even during the demonstration production including the possibility that the game is not performed, Notifications with a higher priority than warning notifications are made. As a result, it is possible to perform appropriate notification according to the situation even during the demonstration performance including the possibility that the game is not being played. In addition, when a slight error occurs, the configuration may be the same as the content described in the above-mentioned winning game ED.

(About time chart 5 in FIG. 37)
The time chart 5 in FIG. 37 is an example (an example different from FIG. 36) showing an irregular case in which the attention prompting notification is forcibly ended during the demonstration effect. That is, FIG. 37 assumes that a start opening prize (either the first starting opening 21 or the second starting opening 22 is acceptable) has occurred during the demonstration effect. The process up to the timing (e) is the same as that shown in FIG. Further, until the timing (e), all the reserved storage areas are in the "reserved 0 state", which is empty.

Here, at the timing (e) when "1S" has passed from the timing (c), it is indicated that the start opening winning command is received (turned ON). In this case, the attention prompting notification is originally executed until timing (d) when “3S” has elapsed, but is ended at timing (e). Then, the attention prompting notification is turned off, and the variable display is turned on (the symbol variation game is started). Since the timing (d) is the same as that in FIG. 36, the description will be omitted.

The above-mentioned time chart 5 is shown in the display mode of the image display device 26 in (TC) of FIG. 40, (a) to (c), (e). Note that the description up to (e) is omitted because it is similar to "TC4".

Then, when the starting mouth winning command is turned on in FIG. 37(e), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 in place of the display of the attention prompting notification, and the variable display of the symbol variation game is performed. Is displayed. In this way, when the starting mouth winning occurs during the execution of the attention promoting notification, the attention promoting notification is promptly ended and the variable display is displayed, so that the player's attention point to the game (symbol fluctuation game) It is possible to prevent the attention notification from being disturbed.

(About time chart 6 in FIG. 38)
The time chart 6 of FIG. 38 is an example (an example different from FIGS. 36 and 37) showing an irregular case in which the attention prompting notification is forcibly ended during the demonstration effect. That is, FIG. 38 assumes that the activation operation of the menu screen is performed during the demonstration effect. In addition, the activation operation of the menu screen corresponds to the operation of the effect button 14 during the demonstration effect (the effect button detection SW 14a is turned on), and from the menu screen, the winning game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 It is possible to check the production (three major key productions) that can be expected to be given, and to perform production customization that can change the reliability of the advance notice that occurs. The process up to the timing (e) is the same as that shown in FIGS.

Here, it is indicated that the effect button detection SW 14a is turned on at the timing (e) when "1S" has passed from the timing (c). In this case, the attention prompting notification is originally executed until timing (d) when “3S” has elapsed, but is ended at timing (e). Then, the attention prompting notification is turned off and the menu screen is turned on. Since the timing (d) is the same as that in FIGS. 36 and 37, the description thereof will be omitted.

The above-mentioned time chart 6 is represented in the display mode of the image display device 26 by (a) to (c) and (e) of "TC6" in FIG. Note that the processes up to (e) are similar to “TC4” and “TC5”, and thus the description thereof is omitted.

Then, when the effect button detection SW 14a is turned on in FIG. 38(e), the image display device 26 displays the menu screen using the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of displaying the attention prompting notification. .. In this way, when the menu activation operation is performed during the execution of the attention prompting notification, the attention prompting notification obstructs the operation required by the player by promptly ending the attention prompting notification and displaying the menu screen. It is possible to prevent it.

When the display device (so-called “sub liquid crystal”) is provided in addition to the image display device 26 and the menu screen is displayed on the display device, the effect button detection SW 14a is turned on during the execution of the attention prompting notification. However, it suffices to continue the execution of the attention prompting notification. As a result, it is possible to increase the chances of confirming the attention prompting notification during the demonstration production.

FIG. 39 is a diagram summarizing the above-described FIGS. 33 to 38. That is, the attention prompting notification is performed at least in the winning game ED and the demonstration effect, and a plurality of ending conditions are set so as to end the attention prompting notification performed in each.

For example, in the winning game ED and the demonstration effect, the attention promotion notification is executed, and when “3S” has elapsed, the attention promotion notification is ended in any case.

For example, in the winning game ED and the demonstration effect, the attention prompting notification is executed, and during the execution, if an error (severe error) requiring the full screen notification occurs, the attention prompting notification is ended in any case.

For example, in the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification is executed, and even if the game ball enters the starting opening during the execution, the attention promotion notification does not end, but in the demonstration production, the attention promotion notification is executed and executed. When the game ball enters the starting opening, the attention prompt notification ends. That is, the end condition is different between the winning game ED and the demonstration effect.

For example, in the winning game ED, the caution prompting notification is executed, and even if the effect button 14 is operated and the menu screen is activated during the execution, the caution prompting notification does not end (the menu screen is not started in the first place. ), in the demonstration effect, if the attention promotion notification is executed and the production button 14 is operated and the menu screen is activated during the execution, the attention promotion notification ends. That is, the end condition is different between the winning game ED and the demonstration effect.

In the demonstration effect, if the effect button 14 is operated (the first operation means is operated) and the menu screen is activated while the attention prompting notification is being executed, the attention prompting notification is ended. However, in the demonstration effect, if the cross key button 16 is operated (the second operation means is operated) to adjust the volume value or the light amount value while the attention prompting notification is being executed, the attention prompting is performed. The notification does not end.

In addition, the end condition shown in FIG. 39 may be the same end condition for the winning game ED and the demonstration effect, all the end conditions may be different, or an end condition different from the end condition shown in FIG. 39. You may end with.

The winning game ED and the demonstration effect may have the same or different display size, decorativeness, and design of the attention prompting notification.

Next, the characteristic part in the present embodiment will be described using the time charts 7 to 10 of FIGS. 41 to 44 and the animation of FIG. 45.

(About time chart 7 in FIG. 41)
The time chart 7 of FIG. 41 is a hit in the normal game state (a hit with the special symbol B), and after the hit game, it is assumed that the probability variation game state is entered. That is, at the timing (a), the normal game state is OFF and the winning game is ON. Then, after that, until the timing (e), the winning game is executed.

Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the winning game ED is turned on, and thereafter, until the timing (e) is reached, the winning game ED is executed. Then, in the winning game ED, the advertisement notification is turned on at the timing (c), the attention prompting notification is turned on at the timing (d), and each notification is executed. Then, when the timing (e) is reached, the winning game and the winning game ED are turned off, and the probability variation gaming state is turned on.

(About time chart 8 in FIG. 42)
The time chart 8 of FIG. 42 is a time chart showing the continuation of the time chart of FIG. 41, and is a hit in the probability variation gaming state (a hit with the special symbol E), and after the winning game, the probability variation gaming state is re-entered. I assume that. That is, since the winning game is given in the normal game state of FIG. 41 and shifts to the probability variation game state, and the winning game is given in the probability variation game state of FIG. 42, a continuous series of winning games (so-called continuous chan) occurs. It is supposed to be.

That is, at the timing (f), the probability variation game state is OFF and the winning game is ON. Then, after that, until the timing (h), the winning game is executed.

Then, when the timing (g) is reached, the winning game ED is turned on, and thereafter, until the timing (h) is reached, the winning game ED is executed. Then, in the winning game ED, the advertisement notice and the attention prompt notice are not turned on, and the respective notices are not executed. Then, when the timing (h) is reached, the winning game and the winning game ED are turned off, and the probability variation gaming state is turned on.

That is, when a continuous series of winning games (so-called consecutive chan) is occurring, only the ED of the first winning game is subjected to the advertisement notification and attention prompting notification. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling annoyed by repeatedly performing the advertisement notification and the attention promotion notification, and it is possible to execute the appropriate attention promotion notification.

In addition, when the attention error notification in the winning game ED of FIG. 41 is being executed, or immediately before the execution thereof, a serious error shown in FIG. 34 occurs and a part or all of the attention promotion notification cannot be executed. , The hit game ED of FIG. 42 may be used to execute the attention prompting notification. As a result, it becomes possible to appropriately execute the attention prompting notification.

On the other hand, when executing the attention prompting notification in the winning game ED of FIG. 41 or immediately before executing the serious error shown in FIG. 34, a part or all of the attention prompting notification cannot be executed. Does not have to execute the attention prompting notification in the hit game ED of FIG. As a result, since there is no need to carry over the execution flag of the attention prompting notification from the hit game ED of FIG. 41 to the hit game ED of FIG. 42, it is possible to reduce the RAM usage area.

Further, when the attention error notification in the winning game ED of FIG. 41 is executed, or immediately before the execution, a serious error shown in FIG. 42, if the after-hit game in FIG. 42 is a probability variation game state, the attention game ED in FIG. 42 is not executed for alerting notification, and after the per-hit game in FIG. 42 is in a time saving game state, the hit game ED in FIG. 42. The attention prompting notification may be executed. As a result, it becomes possible to appropriately execute the attention prompting notification. In this case, if the winning game after the winning game in FIG. 42 is the probability variation gaming state, the caution game is not executed in the winning game ED in FIG. 42, but after that, the winning game shifts to the time saving gaming state. Attention game ED at the time of doing may perform attention prompt information. As a result, the attention prompting notification is always executed somewhere, so that it is possible to appropriately perform the attention prompting notification.

(About time chart 9 in FIG. 43)
The time chart 9 of FIG. 43 shows from the end of the variable display related to the symbol change game to the end of the demonstration effect in the normal game state. That is, when the variable display of the symbol variation game is turned off at the timing (a), the customer waiting standby effect is not executed until the timing (b).

Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the customer waiting standby effect is turned on, and the above-mentioned customer waiting standby effect is executed until the timing (c). Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the customer waiting standby effect is turned off, the demonstration effect is turned on, and the above-described demonstration effect is executed until the timing (f).

Then, in the demonstration effect, the advertisement notification is turned on at the timing (d), the attention prompting notification is turned on at the timing (e), and the respective notifications are executed. Then, when the timing (f) is reached, the demonstration effect is turned off and the customer waiting standby effect is turned on again.

(About time chart 10 in FIG. 44)
The time chart 10 of FIG. 44 shows from the end of the variable display relating to the symbol change game to the end of the demonstration effect in the probability change game state. Note that FIG. 43 and FIG. 44 differ only in whether they are in the normal game state or the probability variation game state, and the other configurations are the same. That is, even if the demonstration effect is executed in the probability variation game state, the advertisement notification and the attention promotion notification are executed as in the case where the demonstration effect is executed in the normal game state. When executing the advertisement notification and the attention promotion notification during the demonstration performance in the normal game state, the advertisement notification and the attention promotion notification may not be executed during the demonstration performance in the probability variation game state, or vice versa. May be Further, in the probability variation game state, the demonstration effect may not be executed.

FIG. 45 is a diagram showing a display mode of the image display device 26 corresponding to the time charts 7 to 10 of FIGS. 41 to 44. Note that (b), (c), (d), and (e) of “TC7” in FIG. 45 have a corresponding relationship with (b), (c), (d), and (e) of FIG. 41, (F), (g), and (h) of "TC8" of FIG. 45 have a corresponding relationship with (f), (g), and (h) of FIG. 42, and (c) of "TC9" of FIG. , (D) and (e) have a corresponding relationship with (c), (d) and (e) of FIG. 43, and (c), (d) and (e) of “TC10” of FIG. It has a correspondence relationship with (c), (d), and (e) of FIG. That is, at the timing when the winning game ED is turned on in FIG. 41(a), an image or the like notifying that the winning game has ended is displayed on the image display device 26.

When the advertisement notification is turned on in FIG. 41(c), the image display device 26 displays, for example, the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, when the attention prompting notification is turned on in FIG. 41(d), the image display device 26 displays, for example, a message indicating that the player is excessively absorbed in the game (for example, "Let's be careful of the game"). Display), and a display that warns that the valuable-value medium is forgotten to be removed from the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a display "Don't forget to take the card"). Note that these displays indicate that they are displayed at the same time, but it is also possible to display only one of them first and display the other only after.

Then, when the winning game is turned off and the probability variation game state is turned on in FIG. 41(e), the display relating to the attention prompting notification on the image display device 26 is erased, and as shown in (e), the probability variation game state is entered. The image is displayed.

Then, when the probability variation game state is turned OFF and the winning game is turned ON in FIG. 42(f), as shown in FIG. 42(f), the image display device 26 indicates that a rush image to the winning game or a right hit should be performed. A right-handed image or the like for notification is displayed.

Then, when the winning game ED is turned on in FIG. 42(g), an image or the like notifying that the winning game has ended is displayed on the image display device 26. Then, when the winning game is turned off and the probability variation game state is turned on in FIG. 42(h), a rush image to the probability variation game state is displayed as shown in (h).

That is, if the gaming state when the winning game is the normal gaming state, the attention prompting notification is executed in the winning game ED, but the gaming state when the winning game is the probability variation gaming state (or the time saving game) If it is a state), the attention game ED is not executed in the winning game ED.

Next, in the demonstration effect of FIG. 43, the demonstration effect image is displayed on the image display device 26 at the timing when the demonstration effect is turned on in FIG. 43(c). When the advertisement notification is turned on in FIG. 43(d), the image display device 26 displays, for example, the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

Then, when the attention prompting notification is turned on in FIG. 43(e), for example, a display warning that the player is overly absorbed in the game (for example, a display "Be careful about the game being absorbed"), a person under the age of 18 A display for prohibiting a game), a display for calling attention to a scam claiming a strategy for the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a display for showing that a fraudulent act on the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a crime.

Note that the display mode of "TC10" in FIG. 44 is only the point that the "RUSH in progress" image and the right-handed image indicating the probability variation game state are displayed in the display mode of "TC9" in FIG. 43. Different, the others are common, and the description is omitted.

That is, when the demonstration effect is being executed, there is a possibility that the player is not playing the game, and therefore there is little opportunity for the player to confirm the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect. Therefore, even when the demonstration effect is executed in the normal game state, or even when the demonstration effect is executed in the probability variation game state (or the time saving game state), the attention reminder is executed so that the player can demonstrate even a little. It is necessary to increase the opportunity to confirm the attention prompting notification during the performance. On the other hand, when the winning game ED is executed, the player's attention to the image display device 26 is also high, so be careful with the ED of the first winning game (when the normal game state is changed to the winning game). If the promotion notification is executed, it is highly possible that the player can confirm the attention promotion notification. In addition, for example, the player may feel annoyed if he/she is performing the attention prompting notification each time with the winning game ED that continues. Therefore, the attention prompting notification is executed only in the ED of the first hit game (when the normal game state is changed to the hit game). As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling annoyed while increasing the possibility that the player can confirm the attention prompting notification, and it is possible to appropriately execute the attention prompting notification.

Next, the characteristic part of the present embodiment will be described with reference to the time charts 11 and 12 of FIGS. 46 and 47.

(About time chart 11 in FIG. 46)
The time chart 11 of FIG. 46 shows a light emission pattern of the panel lighting device 29 executed in the winning game ED. Note that, in FIG. 46, only portions different from those in FIG. 33 will be described.

That is, from the timing (a) to the timing (b), the board lighting device 29 emits light in the ED light emission pattern 1. Then, when the advertisement notification is executed from the timing (b), the board lighting device 29 emits light in the ED light emission pattern 2 until the timing (c).

When the attention prompting notification is executed from the timing (c), the panel lighting device 29 emits light in the ED light emission pattern 3 until the timing (d). In this way, by switching the light emission pattern of the panel lighting device 29 according to each notification, each notification can be clearly notified.

The ED light emission pattern 1, the ED light emission pattern 2, and the ED light emission pattern 3 may have different emission colors, different emission speeds, or brightness (one is lit and the other is lit). (Including extinction) may be different.

(About time chart 12 in FIG. 47)
The time chart 12 of FIG. 47 shows a light emission pattern of the panel lighting device 29 executed in the demonstration effect. Note that, in FIG. 47, only portions different from those in FIG. 35 will be described.

That is, from the timing (a) to the timing (b), the panel lighting device 29 emits light in the demonstration emission pattern 1. Then, when the advertisement notification is executed from the timing (b), the panel lighting device 29 emits light in the demonstration emission pattern 2 until the timing (c).

Then, when the attention prompting notification is executed from the timing (c), the panel lighting device 29 emits light in the demonstration light emission pattern 3 until the timing (d). In this way, even during the demonstration production, each notification can be clearly notified by switching the light emission pattern of the panel lighting device 29 according to each notification.

It should be noted that the demonstration emission pattern 1, the demonstration emission pattern 2, and the demonstration emission pattern 3 may have different emission colors, different emission speeds, or brightness (one is lit and the other is lit). (Including extinction) may be different.

Further, the ED emission pattern 1 and the demonstration emission pattern 1, the ED emission pattern 2 and the demonstration emission pattern 2, and the ED emission pattern 3 and the demonstration emission pattern 3 may have different emission colors, respectively. The light emission speeds may be different, and the brightness (including one being lit and the other being unlit) may be different.

In particular, when the light emission pattern for turning off the light is adopted, the periphery of the image display device 26 (for example, the part of the center role or the game area 7) is turned off, so that the display content of the image display device 26 is easily noticeable. Become. Therefore, for example, in the case of executing the attention prompting notification, if the light emission pattern of turning off one or both of the ED light emitting pattern 3 and the demonstration light emitting pattern 3 is used, the attention prompting notification becomes more prominent. It is more effective in providing suitable attention promotion notification.

The light emitting device 9 may emit light in the same light emitting pattern as that of the board lighting device 29, not limited to the board lighting device 29.

Further, when a serious error or a minor error occurs during the execution of the attention prompting notification, the light emitting device 9 emits light in the light emitting pattern for notifying the error, and the panel lighting device 29 detects the occurrence of the error. You may make it continue the light emission pattern of. For example, even if a plate full tank error occurs during the execution of the attention promoting notification of the winning game ED, when the attention promoting notification and the message "please remove the ball" are displayed on the image display device 26, for example, Since it is also possible to turn off the periphery of the image display device 26 (for example, the part of the center character or the game area 7) (by the emission pattern that is continuously executed), do you notice the attention prompting notification and the notification of the minor error? It can be made easier.

Further, the light amount adjustment by the cross key button 16 may be performed during the execution of the attention prompting notification. Accordingly, the brightness of the panel lighting device 29 and the like can be adjusted even during the execution of the attention prompting notification, so that the degree of freedom can be increased.

Further, the lightness of the image display device 26 may be adjustable by adjusting the light amount using the cross key button 16. Thereby, for example, the image display device 26 can be made brighter by the operation of the player during the execution of the attention prompting notification, so that the attention prompting notification can be easily noticed by the change of the brightness.

Next, the characteristic part of this embodiment will be described with reference to the time charts 13 to 16 of FIGS. 48 to 51.

(About time chart 13 in FIG. 48)
The time chart 13 of FIG. 48 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect. Note that, in FIG. 48, only points different from FIG. 37 will be described.

In FIG. 37, when a start opening winning occurs (the first signal is input to the main control board 100) during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect, the attention prompting notification is promptly ended and the variable display is displayed. As described above, in FIG. 48, what happens to the running attention prompting notification when a switch input different from the starting mouth winning is performed during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect. Is shown. As an example of another switch input, it is assumed that a game ball passes through the gate member 20 (a second signal is input to the main control board 100).

That is, when the gate passage command is received at the timing (e) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) when the attention prompting notification is executed, the normal symbol variation display area 26o of the image display device 26 is a normal symbol. Although the image is variably displayed, the attention prompting notification is not ended and is continuously executed until timing (d).

That is, the normal pattern image of the image display device 26 is changed slightly in the upper right of the display area as shown in FIG. 3, and the normal pattern image is the left decorative pattern image 26a, the middle decorative pattern image 26b, The size is smaller than the right decorative pattern image 26c. Therefore, even if the attention prompting notification is displayed on the image display device 26, any information can be clearly confirmed without mutual interference. In this way, when a switch input signal in which the display areas do not interfere with each other is made, by displaying together without terminating the attention prompting notification, it is possible to reduce the opportunity for the player to confirm the attention prompting notification. Therefore, it is possible to execute a suitable attention notification.

(About time chart 14 in FIG. 49)
The time chart 14 of FIG. 49 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention prompting notification during the winning game ED. Note that, in FIG. 49, only points different from FIG. 33 will be described.

While the attention prompting notification is being performed during the demonstration effect in FIG. 48, the example has been described in which the attention prompting notification is ended when the winning opening is won and the attention prompting notification is not ended when passing through the gate member 20 and continued. On the other hand, during the execution of the attention prompting notification in the winning game ED of FIG. 49, at the timing (f) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) during which the attention prompting notification is being executed, the starting mouth winning award is given. Even if the game ball is passed to the gate member 20 (the gate passage command is received) even if it is generated (the start opening winning command is received), the attention prompting notification is continued without being terminated.

In this case, for example, if the hold storage area is empty, the hold number image of the image display device 26 is updated or the normal pattern image changes, but until the winning game ED ends, the winning game ED This display has priority. Therefore, the attention prompting notification is not ended but is continuously displayed.

Thus, while the attention prompting notification is being executed during the demonstration production, the attention prompting notification is ended by the starting mouth winning, but while the attention promoting notifying is being executed during the winning game ED, the attention prompting notification is ended by the starting mouth winning. Since it does not, it is possible to appropriately execute the attention prompting notification according to the situation. Further, during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production and the execution of the attention promotion notification during the winning game ED, the passage of the gate member 20 does not end the attention promotion notification, so that the player can confirm the attention promotion notification. It is possible to appropriately execute the attention prompting notification without reducing the opportunity.

Note that in FIGS. 48 and 49, the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20 is given as the second signal input to the main control board 100, but the second signal is not limited to this. The fact that the ball has entered may be applied as the second signal.

(About time chart 15 in FIG. 50)
The time chart 15 of FIG. 50 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect. Note that, in FIG. 50, only points different from those in FIG. 48 will be described. In addition, FIG. 50 assumes a demonstration effect in the normal game state.

In FIG. 48, when the switch input different from the starting mouth winning is performed during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect, it is shown how the attention prompting notification being performed becomes, and another switch is displayed. As an example of the input, the case has been described in which the game ball passes through the gate member 20 (the second signal is input to the main control board 100). On the other hand, in FIG. 50, as an example of another switch input, an example in which a game ball passes through the outlet 25 (a second signal is input to the main control board 100) will be described.

That is, when the out-passing command is received at the timing (e) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) at which the attention prompting notification is executed, the attention prompting notification does not end and the timing (d) is reached. Continue to run. At this time, in the main control board 100, the above-described normal medium out counter is updated.

In this way, when the switch input signal indicating the passage of the game ball to the outlet 25 is performed while the attention prompting notification is being executed during the demonstration effect, the main control board 100 normally has an out counter. By updating and, in the effect control board 200, the attention promotion notification is not ended, so that accurate game performance information can be calculated and appropriate attention promotion notification can be executed.

(About time chart 16 in FIG. 51)
The time chart 16 of FIG. 51 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention prompting notification during the winning game ED. Note that, in FIG. 51, only points different from those in FIG. 49 will be described.

In FIG. 49, when a switch input different from the starting mouth winning is performed during the execution of the attention promoting notification of the winning game ED, it is shown how the attention promoting information being executed becomes, and another switch is displayed. As an example of the input, the case has been described in which the game ball passes through the gate member 20 (the second signal is input to the main control board 100). On the other hand, during execution of the attention prompting notification in the hit game ED of FIG. 51, as an example of another switch input, passage of the game ball to the outlet 25 occurs (the second signal is sent to the main control board 100). Input) will be described.

That is, when the out-passing command is received at the timing (f) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) at which the attention prompting notification is executed, the attention prompting notification does not end and the timing (d) is reached. Continue to run.

Thus, while the attention prompting notification is being executed during the demonstration production, the attention prompting notification is ended by the starting mouth winning, but while the attention promoting notifying is being executed during the winning game ED, the attention prompting notification is ended by the starting mouth winning. Since it does not, it is possible to appropriately execute the attention prompting notification according to the situation. Also, during execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration effect and during execution of the attention promotion notification during the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification does not end by passing through the outlet 25, and during the demonstration effect in the normal game state. In that case, since the normal out counter is updated, it is possible to accurately calculate the game performance information and execute the appropriate attention prompting notification.

Next, the characteristic part in the present embodiment will be described using the time charts 17 to 19 of FIGS. 52 to 54 and the animation of FIG. 55.

(About the time chart 17 of FIG. 52)
The time chart 17 of FIG. 52 shows a case where the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration performance, and then the power supply is restored. Particularly, the initial stage of the movable body 28 performed when the power supply is restored. The relationship between the operation and the attention prompting notification is shown.

First, the timing (a) is the timing when the customer waiting standby effect is OFF and the demonstration effect is ON. Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the advertisement notification in the demonstration effect is turned on.

Then, at the timing (c), the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. In this case, the demonstration effect originally scheduled to be executed until the timing (e) is turned off, and the attention prompt notification is not executed in the demonstration effect scheduled to be executed at the timing (d) (dotted line indicates non-execution).

Then, at timing (f), the power is restored and the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. In this case, on the image display device 26, an image such as “power is being restored” is displayed, so the image during restoration is turned on.

Then, at a timing (g) shortly after power restoration, the movable body initial operation is turned on, and the movable body 28 performs the initial operation (power-on operation). The initial operation of the movable body 28 is, for example, an operation for confirming whether or not the movable body 28 operates normally by operating the movable body 28 in a series of operation modes performed in the symbol variation game. Further, as shown in FIG. 55, since the initial operation is performed on the front side of the image display device 26, it is difficult to visually recognize a part of the content displayed in the display area of the image display device 26 during the execution of the initial operation. ..

Then, at the timing (h) during which the movable body 28 is performing the initial operation, the image during restoration is turned off and the customer waiting standby effect is turned on. In this case, on the image display device 26, the image such as “power is being restored” is erased and the image corresponding to the customer waiting standby effect is displayed.

Then, at a timing (i) when a predetermined time has elapsed from the timing (g), the movable body initial operation is turned off, the initial operation of the movable body 28 ends, and the movable body 28 returns to the initial position.

Then, at timing (j), the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. Then, the advertisement notification is turned on at the subsequent timing (k), the attention prompting notification is turned on at the timing (l), and the respective notifications are executed.

In this way, even in the case where the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration performance and then the power is restored, the initial operation of the movable body 28 is based on the execution timing of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration performance. I am trying to complete it before. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the attention prompting notification displayed on the image display device 26 from being difficult to visually recognize due to the initial operation of the movable body 28, and it is possible to appropriately perform the attention prompting notification.

(About the time chart 18 of FIG. 53)
The time chart 18 of FIG. 53 shows another example of the case where the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration production, and then the power supply is restored. Especially, the movable body performed when the power supply is restored. 28 shows another example of the relationship between the initial operation of 28 and the attention prompting notification. That is, in FIG. 53, when the power supply is cut off during the demonstration effect, at the time of restoration, it is a case of directly returning to the demonstration effect instead of the customer waiting standby effect, in which case the initial operation of the movable body 28 and the attention promotion The relationship with the notification is shown.

First, the timing (a) is the timing when the customer waiting standby effect is OFF and the demonstration effect is ON. When the timing (b) is reached, it indicates that the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been turned off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. In this case, the demonstration effect originally scheduled to be executed until the timing (e) is turned off.

Note that in this example, the period from when the demonstration effect is turned on until the advertisement notification and the attention prompt notification are turned on is longer than that in the example of FIG. 52. Therefore, the execution timing (c) of the advertisement notification and the execution timing (d) of the attention prompting notification are set between the timing (b) and the timing (e). Then, in the example, since the power is off during the period of these execution timings, the advertisement notice and the attention prompt notice in the demonstration effect scheduled to be executed are not executed (dotted line indicates non-execution).

Then, at timing (f), the power is restored and the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. In this case, on the image display device 26, an image such as “power is being restored” is displayed, so the image during restoration is turned on.

Then, at a timing (g) shortly after power restoration, the movable body initial operation is turned on, and the movable body 28 performs the initial operation (power-on operation).

Then, at the timing (h) during which the movable body 28 is performing the initial operation, the image during restoration is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. In this case, on the image display device 26, the image such as “power is being restored” is erased and the image corresponding to the demonstration effect is displayed.

Then, at a timing (i) when a predetermined time has elapsed from the timing (g), the movable body initial operation is turned off, the initial operation of the movable body 28 ends, and the movable body 28 returns to the initial position.

Then, at the subsequent timing (j), the advertisement notification is turned on, at the timing (k), the attention prompting notification is turned on, and the respective notifications are executed. Further, the demonstration effect is turned off at the timing (1) after execution of these notifications.

As described above, even in the case where the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration performance and then the power is restored and the demo production is restored without returning to the customer waiting standby production, for example, the demonstration production The initial operation of the movable body 28 is completed prior to the execution timing of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration by setting a long period from when the ON notification is turned ON until the advertisement notification and the attention prompting notification are turned ON. be able to. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the attention prompting notification displayed on the image display device 26 from being difficult to visually recognize due to the initial operation of the movable body 28, and it is possible to appropriately perform the attention prompting notification.

(About time chart 19 in FIG. 54)
The time chart 19 of FIG. 54 shows a case where the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the winning game, and then the power supply is restored, and particularly, the initial stage of the movable body 28 performed when the power supply is restored. The relationship between the operation and the attention prompting notification is shown. Note that FIG. 54 is different from FIGS. 52 and 53 in a case where it is unavoidable that the attention prompting notification displayed on the image display device 26 becomes invisible due to the initial operation of the movable body 28. is there.

First, the timing (a) is a pachinko gaming machine 1 due to occurrence of a power failure or the like before reaching the “10” round (final round) during the winning game (for example, during the interval between the “9” round and the “10” round). Indicates that the power supply of has been turned off.

Then, at the timing (b), the power is restored and the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. In this case, on the image display device 26, an image such as “power is being restored” is displayed, so the image during restoration is turned on. In addition, since the example assumes that a winning game is being played, an image such as "Please continue right-handing" is displayed in addition to the image "Power is being restored", and the winning hole 24 during the winning game is displayed. It is suggested to enter a game ball into.

Then, at timing (c), the "10" round of the winning game is turned on, indicating that the "10" round of the winning game has started. Then, at timing (d), the movable body initial operation is turned on, and the movable body 28 performs the initial operation (power-on operation).

Then, at the timing (e), the winning game ED is turned on. In this case, the image corresponding to the winning game ED is displayed on the image display device 26, but it is partially difficult to see due to the initial operation of the movable body 28.

Then, at the subsequent timing (f), the advertisement notification is turned on, at the timing (g), the attention prompting notification is turned on, and the respective notifications are executed. Further, at the timing (h) in the period when the attention warning notification is ON, the movable body initial operation is turned OFF, the initial operation of the movable body 28 is finished, and the movable body 28 is returned to the initial position.

In this way, when a power failure or the like occurs during the winning game and the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off, depending on the timing of restoration, the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the attention promotion notification execution period may be set. May be duplicated. Since such an event is unavoidable, during the demonstration effect described with reference to FIG. 52 and FIG. 53, by making the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the attention prompt notification execution period do not overlap, At least during the demonstration production, the player can clearly confirm the attention prompting notification. As a result, it becomes possible to appropriately execute the attention prompting notification.

FIG. 55 is a diagram showing a display mode of the image display device 26 corresponding to the time charts 17 to 19 of FIGS. 52 to 54. Note that (h), (j), (k), and (l) of “TC17” in FIG. 55 have a corresponding relationship with (h), (j), (k), and (l) of FIG. (H), (j), and (k) of “TC18” in FIG. 55 have a corresponding relationship with (h), (j), and (k) of FIG. 53, and (e) of “TC19” in FIG. 55. , (F) and (g) have a corresponding relationship with (e), (f) and (g) of FIG. 54.

First, in "TC17", when the customer waiting standby effect is turned on at timing (h), an image corresponding to the customer waiting standby effect is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, a telop image such as "waiting for customers" and a decorative symbol image "765" showing the result of the previous symbol variation game are displayed. At this point, since the movable body 28 has already completed the initial operation, the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the customer waiting standby effect can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC17", when the demonstration effect is turned on at the timing (j), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the demonstration effect. That is, the background image showing the scenery is displayed. At this point, since the movable body 28 has already completed the initial operation, the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the demonstration effect can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC17", when the advertisement notification is turned on at the timing (k), the image corresponding to the advertisement notification is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, an image showing the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed. At this point, since the movable body 28 has already completed the initial operation, the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the advertisement notification can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC17", when the attention promoting notification is turned on at the timing (1), the image corresponding to the attention promoting notification is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, an image that warns of excessive participation in the game, an image that prohibits playing under 18 years old, an image that calls attention to a scam claiming the strategy of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a fraudulent act on the pachinko gaming machine 1 An image showing a crime is displayed. At this point, the movable body 28 has already completed the initial operation, so that the movable body 28 is at the initial position, and the image corresponding to the attention prompting notification can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC18", when the demonstration effect is turned on at the timing (h), the image corresponding to the demonstration effect is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, the background image showing the scenery is displayed. It should be noted that at this time point, since it overlaps with the execution period of the movable body initial operation, it indicates that the movable body 28 is being stored toward the initial position.

Next, in "TC18", when the advertisement notification is turned on at the timing (j), the image corresponding to the advertisement notification is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, an image showing the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed. At this point, since the movable body 28 has already completed the initial operation, the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the advertisement notification can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC18", when the attention promoting notification is turned on at the timing (k), the image corresponding to the attention promoting notification is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, an image that warns of excessive participation in the game, an image that prohibits playing under 18 years old, an image that calls attention to a scam claiming the strategy of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a fraudulent act on the pachinko gaming machine 1 An image showing a crime is displayed. At this point, the movable body 28 has already completed the initial operation, so that the movable body 28 is at the initial position, and the image corresponding to the attention prompting notification can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC19", when the winning game ED is turned on at the timing (e), the image corresponding to the winning game ED is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, the background image showing the night view is displayed. At this point, the movable body 28 is at the maximum movable position because it overlaps with the execution period of the movable body initial operation, and it is difficult to partially view the image corresponding to the winning game ED.

Next, at "TC19", when the advertisement notification is turned on at the timing (f), the image corresponding to the advertisement notification is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, an image showing the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed. At this point, the movable body 28 is at the maximum movable position because it overlaps with the execution period of the movable body initial operation, and it is difficult to visually recognize a part of the image corresponding to the advertisement notification.

Next, in "TC19", when the attention prompting notification is turned on at timing (g), the image corresponding to the attention prompting notification is displayed on the image display device 26. That is, an image that warns of excessive participation in the game, an image that prohibits playing under 18 years old, an image that calls attention to a scam claiming the strategy of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a fraudulent act on the pachinko gaming machine 1 An image showing a crime is displayed. At this time, the movable body 28 is at the maximum movable position, and it is difficult to visually recognize a part of the image corresponding to the advertisement notification.

In this way, when a power failure or the like occurs during the winning game and the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off, depending on the timing of restoration, the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the attention promotion notification execution period may be set. May overlap, and as shown in (g) of “TC19” of FIG. 55, even if the attention prompting notification is displayed, the player may not be able to confirm the content. Therefore, during the demonstration productions indicated by "TC17" and "TC18", the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the attention prompting notification execution period do not overlap with each other at any timing when the power is restored. Then, as shown in (TC) of "TC17" of FIG. 55 and (k) of "TC18" of FIG. 55, the player can clearly confirm the attention prompting notification, and the execution of the appropriate attention prompting notification is performed. Is possible.

(About production using the light guide plate 34)
Next, an effect using the light guide plate 34 will be described with reference to FIGS. 56 to 58.

FIG. 56 is an example of an effect using the light guide plate 34. For example, in production example 1, when the reach is reached in (a), the brightness of the image display device 26 is reduced in (b). Further, in (c), it is indicated that a character processed in a predetermined area of the acrylic member is displayed by causing the light emitting body provided on the side surface of the light guide plate 34 to emit light. In addition, such a character display of the light guide plate 34 is one mode of the notice effect that suggests the possibility that a winning game is given, and the notice effect accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 is selected as the time of the hit. It is easy to get lost, and the more difficult it is to lose, the less likely it is to be selected. Therefore, when the character display of the light guide plate 34 is performed, the player can have high expectation that the winning game is awarded.

Further, the effect example 2 represents an execution timing different from that of the effect example 1. During execution of the super reach of (a), (b) immediately before the judgment effect by pressing the effect button 14 shown in (c). Indicates that the notice effect accompanied by the character display on the light guide plate 34 has been executed. As described above, during the period in which the symbol variation game is being executed, the notice effect accompanied by the character display on the light guide plate 34 can be executed at a plurality of timings. In the effect using the light guide plate 34, as shown in FIG. 56, the effect is performed so as to cover the entire display area of the image display device 26, but the effect is applied to a part of the display area of the image display device 26. You may perform like this.

(About the time chart 20 of FIG. 57)
The time chart 20 of FIG. 57 shows the relationship between the execution timing of the notice effect (hereinafter, "light guide plate effect") accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 and the winning game ED.

First, the timing (a) is the timing at which the variable display of the symbol variable game is reached. In this case, as described in the effect example 1 of FIG. 56, the light guide plate effect can be executed, and when the notice effect is selected, the light guide plate effect is executed.

Next, the timing (b) is a timing when the variable display of the symbol variable game is changed from reach to super reach. Then, at the timing (c) while the super reach is performed, the light guide plate effect becomes feasible as described in the effect example 2 of FIG. 56, and when it is selected as the notice effect, the light guide plate effect is performed. Will be executed.

Then, at timing (d), the variable display in the symbol variation game is confirmed and displayed, and, for example, the decorative symbol image of “777” is displayed on the image display device 26. Further, the winning game is turned on, and the light emitting pattern of the panel lighting device 29 is switched from the variable display light emitting pattern to the hit game light emitting pattern.

Then, at the timing (e), the winning game ED is turned on, and the light emitting pattern of the board lighting device 29 is switched from the hit playing light emitting pattern to the ED light emitting pattern. Although detailed description is omitted, the ED light emission pattern includes the ED light emission pattern 1, the ED light emission pattern 2, and the ED light emission pattern 3 described above.

Then, at the subsequent timing (f), the advertisement notification is turned on, at the timing (g), the attention prompting notification is turned on, and the respective notifications are executed. On the other hand, the light guide plate effect is never executable in the winning game or the winning game ED, and is not executed in the winning game or the winning game ED. Thereby, for example, it is possible to prevent the displayed attention prompting notification from becoming difficult to be visually recognized by executing the light guide plate effect while displaying the attention prompting notification in the winning game ED, which is preferable. It is possible to execute a special attention promoting notification.

Note that the present invention is not limited to this, and the light guide plate effect may be executed as the promotion effect shown in FIG. 67, for example, when the attention promoting notification is displayed in the winning game ED. Specifically, by performing the light guide plate effect in FIGS. 67(b) and 67(c), it is notified that the probability variation game state is entered.

(About time chart 21 in FIG. 58)
The time chart 21 of FIG. 58 shows the relationship between the execution timing of the notice effect (hereinafter, “light guide plate effect”) accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 and the demonstration effect.

First, the timing (a) shows that the variable display of the symbol variable game is OFF (confirmed display by losing), and the variable display light emission pattern is switched to the customer waiting standby light emission pattern.

Then, at timing (b), the customer waiting standby effect is turned on, and the image corresponding to the customer waiting standby effect is displayed on the image display device 26. Then, at timing (c), the customer waiting standby effect is turned off, the demonstration effect is turned on, and the image corresponding to the customer waiting standby effect is displayed on the image display device 26. Further, the light emission pattern of the panel lighting device 29 is switched from the customer waiting standby light emission pattern to the demonstration light emission pattern. Although detailed description is omitted, the demonstration emission pattern includes the demonstration emission pattern 1, the demonstration emission pattern 2, and the demonstration emission pattern 3 described above.

Then, at the subsequent timing (d), the advertisement notification is turned on, at the timing (e), the attention prompting notification is turned on, and the respective notifications are executed. On the other hand, the light guide plate production is not executable in the demonstration production, and is not executed in the demonstration production. Accordingly, for example, it is possible to prevent the displayed attention prompting notification from becoming difficult to be visually recognized by executing the light guide plate presentation while displaying the attention prompting notification in the demonstration effect, which is preferable. It becomes possible to execute the attention prompting notification.

Next, the characteristic part of this embodiment will be described with reference to the time charts 22 and 23 of FIGS. 59 and 60.

(About the time chart 22 of FIG. 59)
The time chart 22 of FIG. 59 assumes a situation in which power is supplied to the effect control board 200 but not to the main control board 100 due to a connection abnormality or the like. Further, the effect control board 200 to which the power is supplied displays the attention prompting notification image on the image display device 26. Then, when the attention abnormality notification image is displayed and the connection abnormality or the like of the main control board 100 is resolved and power is supplied to the main control board 100, the display control on the effect control board 200 side is displayed. There is. It should be noted that the situation may occur during the execution of the attention promotion notification in the winning game ED and the execution of the attention promotion notification in the demonstration effect.

That is, it indicates that the power supply to the main control board 100 is turned off due to a connection abnormality or the like until the timing (a). On the other hand, it is shown that the power supply to the effect control board 200 is always ON.

Further, until the timing (a), the attention prompting notification is ON, and the attention prompting notification image on the image display device 26 is ON.

Then, at timing (a), the connection abnormality or the like of the main control board 100 is resolved, the power of the main control board 100 is turned on, and a power-on command or a power recovery command is transmitted to the effect control board 200 accordingly. , Indicates that the power-on (recovery) command reception is turned on.

Further, when the power-on (recovery) command reception is turned on at the timing (a), the attention prompting notification originally intended to be executed until the timing (b) is turned off, and the attention prompting notification image on the image display device 26 is turned off. Becomes Further, the image during power-on (restoration) of the image display device 26 is turned on. That is, when the power-on (recovery) command reception is turned on, the image during power-on (recovery) is displayed on the image display device 26 in place of (erasing) the attention prompting image.

As described above, when the power of the main control board 100 is restored while the attention promoting notification is being executed on the side of the effect control board 200, the attention promoting notification is ended and the power-on (recovery) is notified. I chose That is, when it is necessary to give a notification having a higher priority than the attention promoting notification, the attention promoting notification is ended and the notification having a higher priority than the attention promoting notification is performed. As a result, it is possible to know that power has been supplied to the main control board 100, and it is possible to make an appropriate notification according to the situation.

(About the time chart 23 of FIG. 60)
The time chart 23 of FIG. 60 assumes a situation in which the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, and then the power is restored at the execution timing of the winning game ED.

That is, the timing (a) indicates that the power is off and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not supplied with power. The timing is a timing when the winning game is ON and the winning game ED is ON.

Then, at timing (b), the power is restored, the power is turned on, and the image during power-on (restoration) is turned on. That is, on the image display device 26, an image such as “powering on” or “powering on” is displayed. In the example, it is assumed that the power is turned on at a timing (for example, about “0.5S”) when the winning game ED is turned on.

Then, originally, the advertisement notification is executed at the timing (c) during the winning game ED, and the attention prompting notification is executed at the timing (d), but the image during recovery is turned on from the timing (b). Therefore, the advertisement notice and the attention notice are never turned ON. That is, the display of the image during power-on (restoration) has priority over the advertisement notification and the attention notification.

Then, at the timing (e), the winning game and the winning game ED are turned off, and when the command relating to the next symbol variation game is received at the timing (f), the power-on (restoring) image is turned off, and the next symbol is turned on. An image or the like relating to the variable display of the variable game is displayed.

In this way, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 recovers power at the execution timing of the winning game ED, the power is turned on without executing the advertisement notification and the attention prompting notification, which were originally planned to be executed by the winning game ED. Priority was given to the fact that it was turned on (restored). That is, when it is necessary to give a notification having a higher priority than the attention promoting notification, the attention promoting notification is ended and the notification having a higher priority than the attention promoting notification is performed. As a result, it is possible to know that the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been supplied with power, and it is possible to make an appropriate notification according to the situation.

Next, the characteristic part in the present embodiment will be described using the time chart 24 in FIG. 61 and the animation in FIG. 62.

(About the time chart 24 of FIG. 61)
The time chart 24 of FIG. 61 shows that the player operates the cross key button 16 and performs the volume (light amount) adjustment operation during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect.

That is, at the timing (a), the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. Note that the customer waiting standby effect and the demonstration effect are silent, so the effect sound is OFF. On the other hand, although the effect sound is OFF, the volume (light amount) adjustment by operating the cross key button 16 is “OK”.

Then, at the timing (b), the advertisement notification is turned on, and when the advertisement notification is turned off, the attention promotion notification is turned on at the timing (c). Then, the attention prompting notification is executed for "3S" until the timing (d).

Then, at the timing (f), the volume (light amount) adjustment operation is turned on by the player operating the cross key button 16, and the volume (light amount) for notifying that the volume value (light amount value) has been changed. ) The adjustment sound is turned on. Note that the same is true at the timing (g), that is, the sound volume value (light amount value) is changed in two steps during the execution of the attention prompting notification. Then, at the timing (d), the attention promotion notification is turned off, at the timing (e), the demonstration effect is turned off and the customer waiting standby effect is turned on again.

In this way, the volume (light amount) can be adjusted even when the attention promoting notification is being executed in the demonstration effect, so that, for example, let's start a new game when the attention promoting notification is being executed. Even when the player sits down and changes the volume value, the change can be made immediately, and the needs of the player can be flexibly met.

In addition, although there is no sound during the execution of the attention prompting notification in the demonstration production, when the volume (light amount) adjustment operation is performed, the attention prompting notification is output to the player by outputting the volume (light amount) adjusting sound. While confirming, it is possible to recognize that the volume value (light amount value) has been changed.

The above-mentioned time chart 24 is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26 in (TC) of FIG. 62 (a), (b) and (f). Note that (a), (b), and (f) are the same as the above-mentioned contents, and therefore description thereof will be omitted.

That is, when the volume (light intensity) adjusting operation is turned on at the timing (f) of "TC24" in FIG. 61, the volume (light intensity) adjusting sound "pi♪" is output from the speaker 10, and the volume value (light intensity value) level is changed. Is displayed on the front side of the attention prompting notification image.

Note that the volume value (light quantity value) level image 16b may be displayed small so as not to overlap the attention prompting notification image so that the player can clearly confirm the attention prompting notification. Also, a display device different from the image display device 26 is provided so that the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b is displayed on the display device so that the player can clearly confirm the attention prompting notification. Good. Alternatively, the player may be able to clearly confirm the attention prompting notification by outputting only the volume (light amount) adjustment sound and not displaying the volume value (light amount) level image 16b. Further, the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b may be displayed in a color lighter than that in the normal volume (light amount) adjustment so that the player can clearly confirm the attention prompting notification.

(Second embodiment)
The second embodiment of the present invention will be described below. Note that, in the second embodiment, only points different from the first embodiment will be described, and detailed description of portions common to the first embodiment and description of the drawings will be omitted.

(About special symbol determination table)
The special symbol determination table of FIG. 63(A) is different from the special symbol determination table of FIG. 6(A) in that the special symbol determination table of FIG. That is, as a result of inserting the game ball into the first starting opening 21, if the result is “win”, the main CPU 101, the “special symbol A”, “special symbol B”, “special symbol C”, “special symbol” From "D", one of the special symbols is determined. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting opening 21, a random number for special symbol determination is acquired, and one of the special symbols is referred to with reference to the acquired random number for special symbol determination. decide. For example, if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is “0 to 9”, the “special symbol A” is determined, and if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is “10 to 54”, the “special symbol B” Is determined, if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is "55-64", the "special symbol C" is determined, and if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is "65-99", the "special symbol" D” is determined. Further, in the case of “miss”, the main CPU 101 determines the “special symbol E”.

In addition, as a result of inserting the game ball into the second starting opening 22, when the result is “win”, the main CPU 101 selects one of the special symbols from the “special symbol F” and the “special symbol G”. decide. Further, in the case of “miss”, the main CPU 101 determines the “special symbol H”. Note that the probability (distribution) is the same as that in FIG.

In FIG. 6, although not particularly shown, in the case of a winning special symbol, the winning game ED is to be executed. That is, “present” is set as the winning game ED. On the other hand, in FIG. 63, for the "special symbol A", "special symbol B", "special symbol D", "special symbol F", and "special symbol G", the winning game ED is "present". However, for the "special symbol C", the winning game ED is "none". That is, the winning game ED is not executed for the "special symbol C". Note that FIG. 63B is similar to FIG. 6 and thus the description is omitted.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 64, "special symbol A" (1st type jackpot 1), "special symbol D" (1st type jackpot 4), "special symbol F" (1st type jackpot 5), "special" Design G" (6 big hits of the first kind), the opening and closing door of the special winning opening 24 opens 29.5S per round, detects the entrance of a game ball of "10" balls, or When 29.5S has elapsed before the entry of the game ball is detected, the opening/closing door of the special winning opening 24 is closed. When the closing interval time 2S elapses, the process moves to the next round, which is performed for "10" rounds. After the "10" round, the game shifts to a winning game ending (for example, 10S).

"Special symbol B" (Type 1 big hit 2), the opening and closing door of the special winning opening 24 opens 29.5S per round, detects the entrance of the game ball of "10" ball, or "10" When 29.5 S has elapsed before the detection of the ball entering the ball, the opening/closing door of the special winning opening 24 is closed. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, it shifts to the next round, and this is performed for "5" rounds. In addition, after the "5" round is over, the game shifts to a winning game ending (for example, 10S).

"Special symbol C" (Type 1 big hit 3), the opening/closing door of the special winning opening 24 opens 1.8S per round, and detects the entrance of a "10" game ball, or "10" When 1.8S has elapsed before the entry of a game ball, the opening/closing door of the special winning opening 24 is closed. When the closing interval time 2S elapses, the process moves to the next round, which is performed for "2" rounds. After the "2" round, the game does not shift to the winning game ending, but shifts to a state (screen) for notifying that the game will shift to the probability variation gaming state, for example.

FIG. 65 shows an embodiment of the attention prompting notification in the image display device 26 according to the second embodiment.

First, FIG. 65(a) shows that the symbol variation game is being played on the image display device 26, and it is assumed that the “special symbol C” in FIG. 63 is hit. Then, in FIG. 65(b), it is shown that the decorative pattern image “774” is confirmed and displayed. In addition, when the "special symbol C" is won, the reach is not performed, and the left decorative symbol image 26a, the right decorative symbol image 26c, the middle decorative symbol image 26b are stopped in this order, and the decorative symbol image "774" is displayed. Confirm display. It should be noted that the reach may be performed to make it appear that the reach has been lost, and “774” may be confirmed and displayed in reverse.

In FIG. 65(b), after the decorative symbol image “774” is confirmed and displayed, the special winning opening 24 is opened, and “1.8S” is opened per “1” round for “2” rounds. The interval between rounds is composed of, for example, "1S", and after the decorative pattern image "774" is confirmed and displayed, "1.8S"+"1S"+"1.8S", "4. The game ends with "6S".

In this way, when the winning game is reached with the "special symbol C", the winning game is suddenly reached, and then the winning game is finished in a short period of "4.6S", so that the winning game ED is not performed. It is configured. That is, in the case of the special symbol C, the player has reached the winning game, and the feeling that he or she has played the winning game sufficiently is diluted compared to other special symbols (for example, the special symbol A). In the special design, the hit game ED to be executed is not executed. In addition, the game suddenly arrives, and after that, the game is terminated in a short period of "4.6S", and the state shifts to the probability variation game state of (c) described later, so that the player suddenly transitions to the probability variation game state. In order to give such a surprise, there is an aspect that the winning game ED is not executed.

Then, in FIG. 65(c), the probability variation game state is entered, and on the image display device 26, a display such as "RUSH rush!!" for notifying the transition to the probability variation game state and a "right hit image" are displayed. ing.

In this way, after the winning game is over, when the winning game ED is not executed and is shifted to the probability variation gaming state, as shown in FIG. 65(d), the attention prompt notification indicates the next change (after the winning game is over. The next pattern variation game) is executed at the start of the game. Even when the attention promotion notification is performed at the start of the next change, the execution time may be the same as the execution time when the attention promotion notification is performed during the winning game ED or when the attention promotion notification is performed during the demonstration performance. Good. Further, the display size, design, and the like (display mode of the attention promotion notification) may be the same display mode as when the attention promotion notification is given during the winning game ED or when the attention promotion notification is given during the demonstration effect. As a result, even if there is no winning game ED and the attention promotion notification cannot be executed, the attention promotion notification can be suitably executed at the start of the next change, and the display data of the attention promotion notification for the next change is uniquely provided. Since it does not need to be stored, it can contribute to the reduction of the display data storage area.

In the case of performing the attention prompting notification at the start of the next change, it is not particularly necessary to limit the change start notice to be executed. For example, as the advance notice at the start of change, a character image is displayed shortly after the start of change and a dialog advance notice is displayed in which a dialogue image indicating a high degree of expectation that a winning game is given is displayed. As shown in FIG. 65, a character image is displayed in front of the attention prompting notification image in the dialogue notice, so that the attention prompting notification image is partially difficult to be visually recognized.

In this case, the visibility of the attention prompting notification is impaired. However, for example, when the winning game is reached for the "special symbol C", a flag to that effect is stored, and if the flag is stored when the notice of the next change after the winning game is finished is determined. However, the control load on the sub CPU 201 is increased by performing the process of not selecting the change start notice. Therefore, even if there is a concern that a part of the attention prompting notification image may be difficult to be visually recognized, the change start notice to be executed is not particularly limited. As a result, it is possible to prevent an increase in the control load of the sub CPU 201, and it is also possible to prevent the entertainment interest from being deteriorated due to the importance of the attention prompting notification.

Other examples of the notice at the start of the change include, for example, a notice for the movable body in which the movable body 28 operates in front of the image display device 26, and a notice for the darkness in which the screen appears to be OFF at the start of the change. To be In both cases, it is difficult to visually recognize a part or all of the attention prompt notification, but for the above-mentioned reason, the execution is not limited.

It should be noted that when the attention prompting notification is given at the start of the next change, it is of course possible to limit the change start notice to be executed. The specific processing is as described above. In this case, for example, in the first symbol variation game after the winning game, which is a variation with a high degree of attention of the player, it is possible to clearly make the player visually recognize the attention prompting notification.

Further, the attention prompting notification itself may serve as a notice. In this case, for example, it is usually displayed on a white background in red letters with the design "Let's be careful of the game", but display the attention promotion notification image with a design different from this normal design. Thus, the degree of expectation of the winning game in the next change may be suggested. As a result, the player who knows that the attention promoting notification plays the role of a preliminary announcement becomes more interested in the attention promoting notification and can execute a suitable attention promoting notification.

Further, when the next variation hits the game, the attention promoting notification image may not be displayed. As a result, the player who knows that the fact that the attention promotion notification is not executed is a winning game becomes interesting to the attention promotion notification and can execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

Further, in the second embodiment, the hit with the "special symbol C" is not the hit game ED, but is not limited to this. For example, the execution time of the winning game ED may be shorter than that of the winning game ED with another special symbol (for example, about "2S"), and may be executed. Even when the winning game ED is performed in such a short execution time, the attention prompting notification may be performed at the start of the next variation. That is, if different from the execution time of the winning game ED in other special symbols, (different means that if the winning game ED is not performed, the winning game ED is performed, but the ED execution time is longer than that of the winning game ED in other special symbols. (If both are short, both are included.) Attention may be given at the start of the next change.

(Third Embodiment)
The third embodiment of the present invention will be described below. In addition, in the third embodiment, only points different from the first embodiment will be described, and detailed description of the portions common to the first embodiment and description of the drawings will be omitted.

FIG. 66 is a probability variation notification distribution table, and the table is stored in the sub ROM 202. When the sub CPU 201 receives the symbol designating command designating the "special symbol B" shown in FIG. 6, for example, the sub CPU 201 refers to the table and determines the timing of notifying that the winning game will be transitioned to after the winning game. To do.

For example, the symbol arrangement (re-variation) is determined at a rate of “60/100”, the winning game is determined at a rate of “30/100”, and the winning game ED is determined at a rate of “10/100”.

Symbol matching (re-fluctuation) is, at the timing of notifying that it is a winning game in the decorative symbol image, for example, the decorative symbol image "777" is fixedly displayed, and after the winning game, it shifts to the probability variation gaming state. Notify me. Further, it also includes re-variation in which the decorative design image “666” is temporarily stopped and displayed, and the decorative design image “777” is reversely confirmed and displayed.

During the winning game, during the winning game, by performing an effect such that the characters face each other, and by causing the player-side character to win, it is notified that the winning transition will be made to the probability variation game state. To do.

With the winning game ED, until the hitting game ED is reached, it is informed that the post-hit game will shift to the normal game state, and in reverse, it will be notified that the post-hit game will transition to the probability variation game state. In this winning game ED, an execution mode of the attention prompting notification in the case of notifying that the after-hit game shifts to the probability variation gaming state in the reverse direction will be described with reference to FIG. 67.

FIG. 67A shows that the winning game ED is being performed on the image display device 26. At this time, after the winning game, it is informed that the normal game state is transitioned, and the movable body 28 is also located at the initial position.

FIG. 67(b) shows promotion effects (effects that appear as if they were promoted to the probable variation game state), and originally, the timing of performing advertisement notification by the winning game ED (for example, (b in "TC1" in FIG. 40). )), the movable body 28 is positioned at the maximum movable position without executing advertisement notification at the timing, and the image display device 26 displays a rainbow effect image or the like (not shown). ) Has been.

FIG. 67(c) shows the continuation of the promotion effect, and is originally the timing (at (c) in “TC1” of FIG. 40, for example, refer to (c) of FIG. 40) at which the attention prompt notification is given by the winning game ED. The movable body 28 is continuously positioned at the maximum movable position without executing the attention prompting notification, and the rainbow effect image and the like are continuously displayed (not shown) on the image display device 26.

FIG. 67(d) notifies the transition to the probability variation game state, and shows the process in which the movable body 28 that was at the maximum movable position is stored at the initial position. Then, as shown in FIG. 68(e), the attention prompting notification is executed at the start of the next change (the next symbol change game after the winning game ends). Note that the contents described in the second embodiment may be applied correspondingly to the configuration (execution period, display mode, advance notice, etc.) for performing the attention prompting notification for the next change.

In this way, when the promotion effect to the probability variation game state is executed in the winning game ED, the movable body 28 is moved and the display related to the promotion effect (the above-mentioned rainbow-colored effect image and the like) is performed, so attention is promoted. Notification etc. cannot be carried out. In this case, as shown in FIG. 67(e), by executing the attention promotion notification at the start of the change of the next variation, even if the attention promotion notification cannot be executed by the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification is preferably executed. be able to.

(Fourth Embodiment)
The fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described below. In addition, in the fourth embodiment, only points different from the first embodiment will be described, and detailed description of the portions common to the first embodiment and description of the drawings will be omitted.

FIG. 68 shows a plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1, a network 500 connected to these, and a management device 600 connected to the network 500. For example, when the membership card possessed by the player is inserted into the game ball lending device, the member ID recorded on the membership card is sent to the network 500 and can be collated with the member ID managed by the management device 600.

Here, the player or his family can declare in advance the upper limit of use of the game medium or the valuable medium and register this in the management device 600. Then, in the management device 600, the member ID of the previously declared player and the use upper limit value are stored in association with each other, and the player who has been previously declared can play the game via the network 500. When it is done (for example, when it is determined that the player is playing the game when the possessed membership card is inserted), the usage status of the game medium or the valuable value medium is monitored.

Specifically, when the ball lending button 12 is operated, the number of operations is transmitted to the management device 600, and the usage status is monitored based on the number of operations. When a game is played using the game media recorded on the membership card, the number of game media recorded at each predetermined timing is transmitted to the management device 600, and the number of recorded game media is recorded. Monitor usage based on numbers.

Then, for example, when the use upper limit value declared in advance is reached, or when a predetermined value immediately before the use upper limit value is reached, a signal for performing the attention prompting notification is sent to the effect control board 200. Attention is sent by the effect control board 200 which has transmitted the information and input it. That is, the image display device 26 displays "Let's be careful of the game". As a result, the execution of the alerting notification will notify that the use upper limit value declared in advance has been reached or the predetermined value immediately before reaching the use upper limit value has been reached, so encourage the player to stay calm. Therefore, it is possible to execute a suitable attention prompting notification.

Note that the attention prompting notification in the fourth embodiment may have a content of directly notifying that the upper limit of use is approaching and that the upper limit of use has been reached. For example, as the cautionary notice, the contents such as "the upper limit of use is approaching" or "the upper limit of use has been reached" may be displayed.

Details of means and the like described in the gaming machine will be described.
A first detection means (for example, a first starting opening SW21a, a second starting opening SW22a) for detecting the passage or entry of a game ball, and a detection means different from the first detection means, and the passage or the passing of the game ball Second detection means (for example, gate detection SW20a, normal winning opening SW23a, out mouth detection SW25a) for detecting a ball entering, and a detection signal that can be input from the first detection means and the second detection means, A game control means (for example, the main CPU 101) capable of executing control based on the detected signal, and a caution notification for prompting the player to give a predetermined attention (for example, "let's be careful of the game") A warning prompting notification execution control means (for example, the sub CPU 201) capable of executing a display, etc., and any one of the first detecting means and the second detecting means when the warning prompting notification is being executed. Even when a detection signal is input from the detection means of (1) when the attention promotion notification is continuously executed (for example, during the winning game ED), when the attention promotion notification is executed, the first detection means When the detection signal input from one of the second detection means terminates the execution of the attention prompting notification, and the detection means input from the other detection means continues to execute the attention prompting notification (For example, during demonstration production).

In the present embodiment, the pachinko game machine has been described as an example, but the contents described in the present embodiment can be applied to a rotating body game machine (slot machine), and a ball game machine. It can also be applied to an arrangement ball game machine.

1 Pachinko gaming machine 14 Production button 21 First starting opening 22 Second starting opening 26 Image display device 100 Main control board 101 Main CPU
200 Production control board 201 Sub CPU

A gaming machine according to the present invention is a first detection means for detecting passage or entry of a game ball, and a detection means different from the first detection means, and second for detecting passage or entry of a game ball. Detection means, game control means capable of inputting detection signals from the first detection means and the second detection means, and capable of executing control based on the input detection signals, and for calling the player a predetermined attention And a warning-prompting notification execution control means capable of executing the warning-prompting notification, which is detected by any one of the first detecting means and the second detecting means when executing the warning-prompting notification. Inputting from one of the first detecting unit and the second detecting unit when the attention prompting notification is continuously executed even when a signal is input and when the attention prompting notification is being executed. There is a case where the execution of the attention prompting notification is terminated by the detected signal , and a case where the attention prompting notification is continuously performed by the detection signal inputted from the other detecting means.

Details of means and the like described in the gaming machine will be described.
A first detection means (for example, a first starting opening SW21a, a second starting opening SW22a) for detecting the passage or entry of a game ball, and a detection means different from the first detection means, and the passage or the passing of the game ball Second detection means (for example, gate detection SW20a, normal winning opening SW23a, out mouth detection SW25a) for detecting a ball entering, and a detection signal that can be input from the first detection means and the second detection means, executable game control means of the control based on the detection signal (for example, the main CPU101) and, attention promotion notification for a given call attention to the player (for example example, the display of "Let's attention to the sinking of the game." And the like) which is capable of executing the attention prompting notification execution control means (for example, the sub CPU 201), and when the attention prompting notification is being executed, either the first detection means or the second detection means is provided. Even when a detection signal is input from the detection means, when the attention promotion notification is continuously executed (for example, during the winning game ED), when the attention promotion notification is executed, the first detection means and the In the case where the execution of the attention prompting notification is terminated by the detection signal input from one of the second detecting means and the attention prompting notification is continuously performed by the detection signal input from the other detecting means ( For example, during demonstration production), there is.

Claims (1)

First detection means for detecting passage or entry of a game ball,
Second detection means which is different from the first detection means and which detects passage or entry of a game ball;
A game control means capable of inputting a detection signal from the first detection means and the second detection means and capable of executing control based on the input detection signal,
Attention-prompting notification execution control means capable of executing attention-promoting notification for calling the player a predetermined attention,
Equipped with
A case in which the attention prompting notification is continuously executed even when a detection signal is input from any one of the first detecting unit and the second detecting unit while the attention prompting notification is being executed;
When the attention prompting notification is being executed, the execution of the attention prompting notification is terminated by the detection signal input from one of the first detecting means and the second detecting means, and the other detecting means is executed. There is a case in which the attention input is continuously executed by the detection unit that is input more,
A gaming machine characterized by that.