JP2022087343A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of enhancing interest.

SOLUTION: No sound is outputted since, for example, operation of a shooting handle is not detected and hence a predetermined condition is not satisfied within a period when a movable body is in initial operation following start of power supply, thus allowing abnormality in the movable body to be detected easily. Since sound is outputted when, for example, operation of a shooting handle is detected and hence a predetermined condition is satisfied even during a period when the movable body is in initial operation, normal operation of speakers can be confirmed.

SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 9

COPYRIGHT: (C)2022,JPO&INPIT

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

Conventionally, some pachinko gaming machines, which are a kind of gaming machines, are provided with a movable body like the gaming machines described in Patent Document 1. In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, it is possible to perform an effect of operating a movable body.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2008-228801

In a gaming machine equipped with a movable body, it is desired to improve the interest by appropriately performing an effect using the movable body.
An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest.

The gaming machine that solves the above-mentioned problems is a gaming machine that is provided with an operable operating means and is configured to be able to perform the initial operation of the operating means with the start of power supply, and starts a game with a door member. The operation means is provided with an operation means capable of performing the operation, an operation control means for controlling the operation of the operation means, and a sound output means capable of outputting sound, and the operation means is provided on the door member. The operation means is included, and the sound output state in the sound output means includes a non-sound output state in which no sound is output and a sound output state in which sound is output. During the period in which the means is initially operating, when a predetermined sound is output when the output condition is satisfied, the sound output state in the sound output means becomes the sound output state, but the output condition is not satisfied. The predetermined sound is not output, the output state of the sound in the sound output means becomes the non-sound output state, and the predetermined sound is output during the period in which the operating means is initially operated with the start of power supply. At that time, the predetermined sound can be output at the minimum volume, the operation means has an operation detection means capable of detecting that the operation means has been operated, and the output conditions include the above. The gist is that an output condition that is satisfied when the operation detection means detects that the operation means has been operated is included.

The gaming machine includes an abnormality detecting means and an operable adjusting operating means, and the sound that can be output by the sound output means includes a special sound output from the sound output means at a specific volume. The volume of the special sound cannot be adjusted even if the adjusting operation means is operated, and the special sound may be output when an abnormality is detected by the abnormality detecting means. ..

According to the present invention, the interest can be improved.

A perspective view of a pachinko machine. The figure which shows the game board. The block diagram which shows the electric composition of a pachinko machine. The figure which shows the order of the initial operation of various movable bodies with the start of power supply. (A) to (c) are diagrams showing an operation promotion effect. (A) and (b) are diagrams showing an example of the display contents of the effect display device when the button advance notice effect is executed. (A) to (c) are diagrams showing an example of the display contents of the effect display device when the final button effect is executed. (A) to (c) are diagrams showing an example of the display contents of the effect display device when the jackpot button effect is executed. (A) to (d) are diagrams showing an example of when the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed with the start of power supply, and the output mode of various sounds that can be output from the speaker. (A) and (b) are diagrams showing an example of when the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed with the start of power supply, and the output mode of the background sound. FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of when the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed with the start of power supply in the second embodiment, and the output mode of the background sound.

(First Embodiment)
Hereinafter, embodiments of the gaming machine will be described. In the present specification, the upper, lower, left, right, front (front), and rear (back) indicate each direction when viewed from the player.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 10 as a gaming machine includes an outer frame Y1, a middle frame Y2, and a front frame Y3. The outer frame Y1 is fixed to a game machine installation facility (so-called island facility) such as a game hall. Further, the middle frame Y2 is supported so as to be openable and closable on the front side of the opening of the outer frame Y1. A game board unit including a game board YB is fixed to the middle frame Y2. The front frame Y3 is supported on the front side of the middle frame Y2 so as to cover the front surface of the game board YB so as to be openable and closable. A protective glass that protects the game board YB is supported on the front frame Y3. The protective glass covers the entire opening of the front frame Y3. In the present embodiment, the outer frame Y1 corresponds to the support member, and the middle frame Y2 and the front frame Y3 correspond to the door member. Further, in the present embodiment, the front frame Y3 corresponds to the front door member. Since the front frame Y3 forms the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 10, the player can touch it. On the other hand, since the game board YB is covered with the protective glass, it cannot be touched by the player.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a locking mechanism Y4 for restricting the opening of the middle frame Y2 and the front frame Y3 and for releasing the restriction. For example, the lock mechanism Y4 can be unlocked by operating the lock mechanism Y4 using the frame key (key) managed by the manager of the game hall, and the middle frame Y2 and the front frame Y3 can be opened. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a door opening sensor KS (shown in FIG. 3) that detects the opening of the middle frame Y2 and the front frame Y3 as door members. The door opening sensor KS can detect that at least one of the middle frame Y2 and the front frame Y3 has been opened. In the following description, the case where the door member is opened corresponds to the case where at least one of the middle frame Y2 and the front frame Y3 is opened, and the case where the door member is closed means the middle frame Y2 and the front frame Y2. This corresponds to the case where the frame Y3 is closed. In the present embodiment, the door opening sensor KS realizes a function as an opening detecting means capable of detecting that the door member has been opened. In the present embodiment, opening the door member corresponds to the occurrence of a specific error, and the door opening sensor KS corresponds to a specific error detecting means for detecting the specific error. That is, in the present embodiment, the specific error detecting means includes an opening detecting means capable of detecting that the door member has been opened. That is, the opening detecting means detects a specific error by detecting that the door member has been opened.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a firing handle HD on the front side of the front frame Y3. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a gaming ball as a gaming medium is launched with an intensity corresponding to the operation amount (rotation amount) of the firing handle HD. In this way, the launch handle HD is configured to be able to instruct the launch of the game ball. Further, the launch handle HD has a touch sensor TS capable of detecting that the launch handle HD has been touched, that is, that the launch handle HD has been operated. In the present embodiment, the touch sensor TS has a function as an operation detecting means capable of detecting that the firing handle has been operated. That is, in the present embodiment, the launch handle HD has an operation detection means capable of detecting that the launch handle HD has been operated.

The front frame Y3 is provided with a decorative lamp La that executes an effect of emitting, blinking, and extinguishing a built-in light emitting body (hereinafter referred to as a light emitting effect). The front frame Y3 is provided with a speaker Sp that executes an effect of outputting various sounds (hereinafter referred to as a sound effect). For example, the sound output from the speaker Sp includes a background sound and a fluctuating sound. The background sound (so-called BGM) is, for example, a sound output from the speaker Sp regardless of the progress of the game. Further, the fluctuating sound is, for example, a sound output from the speaker Sp according to the progress of the game. The fluctuating sound is, for example, a sound effect that is output according to the progress of the game. Further, the fluctuating sound is, for example, a sound output during execution of a special game described later. In gaming machines, visually and aurally improving the interest is one of the important factors in improving the interest. Further, for example, further ingenuity is required for visually improving the interest and for aurally improving the interest. In the present embodiment, the speaker Sp corresponds to a sound output means capable of outputting sound.

The front frame Y3 is provided with a first operation button BT1 that can be operated by the player. The first operation button BT1 can be displaced between the original position P1a and the effect position P1b. That is, the first operation button BT1 is configured to be operable between the original position P1a and the effect position P1b. The first operation button BT1 operates by receiving power from the operation unit actuator SA (shown in FIG. 3). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the first operation button BT1 has a gear mechanism for transmitting the power of the operation unit actuator SA. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the power of the operation unit actuator SA passes through the gear mechanism to operate the first operation button BT1. As described above, the first operation button BT1 is an operable movable body. In the present embodiment, the first operation button BT1 corresponds to an operation movable body that can be operated by the player. Since the first operation button BT1 is provided on the front frame Y3, the operation movable body in the present embodiment is provided on the front door member. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first original position sensor GS1 (shown in FIG. 3) capable of detecting the first operation button BT1 when the first operation button BT1 is located at the original position P1a. There is.

The front frame Y3 is provided with a second operation button BT2 that can be operated by the player. Unlike the first operation button BT1, the second operation button BT2 is configured to be inoperable. Further, the front frame Y3 is provided with an upper button UB and a lower button DB that can be operated by the player. Unlike the first operation button BT1, the upper button UB and the lower button DB are configured to be inoperable. That is, the second operation button BT2, the upper button UB, and the lower button DB are not movable bodies.

An upper movable body 80 is provided on the upper part of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The upper movable body 80 is provided on the front frame Y3. The upper movable body 80 can be displaced between the original position P2a and the staging position P2b. That is, the upper movable body 80 is configured to be operable between the original position P2a and the effect position P2b. The upper movable body 80 operates by receiving power from the first staging actuator EA1 (shown in FIG. 3). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the upper movable body 80 has a gear mechanism for transmitting the power of the first staging actuator EA1. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the power of the first staging actuator EA1 passes through the gear mechanism to operate the upper movable body 80. As described above, the upper movable body 80 is a movable body that can be operated. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a second in-situ sensor GS2 (shown in FIG. 3) capable of detecting the upper movable body 80 when the upper movable body 80 is located in the in-situ position P2a. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the movable body provided on the front frame Y3 includes a first operation button BT1 and an upper movable body 80. As described above, the movable body of the present embodiment includes a movable body provided on the front door member. In the present embodiment, the movable body provided on the door member includes an operable movable body that can be operated by the player.

As shown in FIG. 2, a game region YBa having a substantially circular shape is defined on the board surface of the game board YB when viewed from the front. The game board YB is provided with a guide passage 19 that guides the game ball launched by the operation of the launch handle HD to the game area YBa. The game board YB is provided with a reverse return prevention valve 20 for preventing the game ball launched into the game area YBa from returning to the guide passage 19. The game ball launched by the operation of the launch handle HD is guided by the guide passage 19, passes through the reverse return prevention valve 20 located at the most downstream of the guide passage 19, and reaches the game area YBa. Then, the game ball that has reached the game area YBa flows down the game area YBa.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an information display panel 22. The information display panel 22 includes a special symbol display unit 22a. The special symbol display unit 22a displays a special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a special game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a special game. The special game corresponds to a special symbol variation game. The special symbol is a symbol for notifying the result of the internal lottery described later.

In the present specification, the "variable display" means a state in which the type of the displayed symbol changes with the passage of time. In the present specification, the "fixed stop display" means a state in which the symbol is definitively stopped and displayed, and the type of the displayed symbol does not change. The special symbols that can be fixedly stopped and displayed on the special symbol display unit 22a include a jackpot symbol and a missed symbol. When the jackpot symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed in the special game, the player can recognize the jackpot. In the special game, when the missed symbol is displayed as a fixed stop, the player can recognize the missed symbol. Further, in the present embodiment, when a big hit is won, a big hit game is generated (granted) after the end of the special game that is the target of the winning.

The information display panel 22 includes a special hold display unit 22b. The special hold display unit 22b recognizablely displays the number of special games whose execution is held (hereinafter referred to as the number of special holds) because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied.

The information display panel 22 is provided with a normal symbol display unit 22c. The normal symbol display unit 22c displays a normal symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a normal game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the normal symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. The normal symbols that can be fixedly stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display unit 22c include at least a normal hit symbol and a normal missed symbol. When the normal hit symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed in the normal game, the player can recognize the normal hit. When the normal out-of-order symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the normal game, the player can recognize the normal out-of-order symbol. In the present embodiment, when the internal lottery (ordinary hit lottery) is won, the ordinary hit symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the ordinary game, and then the ordinary hit game is generated (granted) after the end of the ordinary hit ordinary game. Further, the information display panel 22 is provided with a normal hold display unit 22d. The normal hold display unit 22d recognizablely displays the number of normal games whose execution is held (hereinafter referred to as the normal hold number) because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. ..

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, an effect display device 11 having an image display unit GH is provided substantially in the center of the gaming area YBa. The image display unit GH of the effect display device 11 is, for example, a liquid crystal display type display unit. As one of the effects, the effect display device 11 executes an effect of displaying an image imitating a predetermined character or character (hereinafter referred to as a display effect).

The game board YB is provided with an internally movable body 90. The internal movable body 90 can be displaced between the original position P3a and the staging position P3b. That is, the internal movable body 90 is configured to be operable between the original position P3a and the effect position P3b. The internal movable body 90 operates by receiving power from the second staging actuator EA2 (shown in FIG. 3). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the internally movable body 90 has a gear mechanism for transmitting the power of the second staging actuator EA2. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the power of the second staging actuator EA2 passes through the gear mechanism to operate the movable body 90 on the inside. As described above, the internal movable body 90 is a movable body that can be operated. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a third in-situ sensor GS3 (shown in FIG. 3) capable of detecting the internal upper movable body 90 when the internal upper movable body 90 is located at the in-situ position P3a. There is.

The game board YB is provided with an internal lower movable body 95. The inner lower movable body 95 can be displaced between the original position P4a and the staging position P4b. That is, the inner lower movable body 95 is configured to be operable between the original position P4a and the effect position P4b. The inner lower movable body 95 operates by receiving power from the third staging actuator EA3 (shown in FIG. 3). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the internal lower movable body 95 has a gear mechanism for transmitting the power of the third staging actuator EA3. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the power of the third staging actuator EA3 passes through the gear mechanism to operate the internal lower movable body 95. As described above, the inner lower movable body 95 is a movable body that can be operated. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a fourth in-situ sensor GS4 (shown in FIG. 3) capable of detecting the inner lower movable body 95 when the inner lower movable body 95 is located at the in-situ position P4a. There is.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the movable bodies provided on the game board YB include an internal upper movable body 90 and an internal lower movable body 95. As described above, the movable body of the present embodiment includes a movable body provided on the game board. That is, the movable body of the present embodiment includes a movable body provided on the front door member and a movable body provided on the game board. Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, in the front view, the region of the internal upper movable body 90 when the internal upper movable body 90 is located at the effect position P3b and the inner lower movable body 95 are located at the effect position P4b. At least a part of the area of the inner lower movable body 95 at the time of being is overlapped. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if the internal upper movable body 90 is located at the effect position P3b and the inner lower movable body 95 is located at the effect position P4b, the movable bodies 90 and 95 come into contact with each other. It becomes.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting port 12. The first starting port 12 is located below the effect display device 11 in the game area YBa. The first starting port 12 is always open so that a game ball can enter the ball. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting sensor SE1 (shown in FIG. 3) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the first starting port 12. For example, a ball passage that guides the entered game ball to the back side of the game board YB (discharges from the game board YB to the outside) is continuously provided in the first start port 12, and the first start sensor SE1 is provided in the ball passage. Are arranged. When the game ball is detected by the first start sensor SE1, the start condition of the special game can be satisfied and the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting port 13. The second starting port 13 is located in the lower right of the effect display device 11 in the game area YBa. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting sensor SE2 (shown in FIG. 3) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the second starting port 13. For example, a ball passage that guides the entered game ball to the back side of the game board YB is continuously provided in the second starting port 13, and the second starting sensor SE2 is arranged in the ball passage. When the game ball is detected by the second start sensor SE2, the start condition of the special game can be satisfied, and the payout condition of the prize ball is also satisfied. Further, the second starting port 13 has a first variable member 16. The first variable member 16 is in an open state in which the game ball can easily enter or can enter the second starting port 13, and it is difficult (or entering) the game ball to enter the second starting port 13. It is possible to operate in the closed state). The first variable member 16 operates by receiving power from the first actuator A1 (shown in FIG. 3). In the following description, the opening state of the first variable member 16 indicates that the second starting port 13 is opened, and the closing state of the first variable member 16 is indicated by the second starting port 13. It may be indicated as "closed". As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a special game when the gaming ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13. That is, the present embodiment is configured to be able to execute a special game when the game ball enters the starting port.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a large winning opening 14. The large winning opening 14 is located on the right side of the effect display device 11 in the game area YBa. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a count sensor SE3 (shown in FIG. 3) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the large winning opening 14. For example, the large winning opening 14 is provided with a series of ball passages that guide the entered game balls to the back side of the game board YB, and the count sensor SE3 is arranged in the ball passages. When the game ball is detected by the count sensor SE3, the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied. Further, the large winning opening 14 has a second variable member 17. The second variable member 17 can operate in an open state in which the game ball can be entered into the large winning opening 14, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot be entered into the large winning opening 14. The second variable member 17 operates by receiving power from the second actuator A2 (shown in FIG. 3). When the second variable member 17 is in the open state, entry of a game ball into the large winning opening 14 is permitted. When the second variable member 17 is in the closed state, the entry of the game ball into the large winning opening 14 is not allowed. In the following description, the opening of the second variable member 17 indicates that the large winning opening 14 is opened, and the closing of the second variable member 17 indicates that the large winning opening 14 is closed. May be indicated.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a gate 18. The gate 18 is located on the right side of the effect display device 11 in the game area YBa. The gate 18 is always open with an open gate opening so that a game ball can enter the gate 18. A gate sensor SE4 (shown in FIG. 3) that detects a game ball that enters and passes through is disposed at the gate opening. When the game ball is detected by the gate sensor SE4, the start condition of the normal game can be satisfied.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an out port 36. In the present embodiment, the game balls that have not entered the first starting port 12, the second starting port 13, and the large winning opening 14 are discharged to the outside from the out port 36 (discharging from the game board YB to the outside). Will be). The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes game components such as nails (game nails) and windmills that change the behavior of the game ball flowing down the game area YBa. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine 10 does not satisfy the starting conditions for special games and ordinary games, while the conditions for paying out prize balls are satisfied, and the entrance slots are configured so that the balls can always be entered (so-called general winning openings). It may be provided with a winning opening called an ordinary winning opening).

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a magnetic sensor JS capable of detecting magnetism. The magnetic sensor JS is provided on the back side of the game board YB. The magnetic sensor JS is arranged on the back side of the game board unit. The magnetic sensor JS corresponds to a magnetic detection means for detecting magnetism.

Next, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low probability state and a high probability state as gaming states having different jackpot probabilities. The jackpot probability is the probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery (internal lottery). The high probability state is a gaming state in which the jackpot probability is higher than that in the low probability state. In the high-probability state, the possibility of winning the big hit lottery is higher than in the low-probability state, which is an advantageous gaming state. The high probability state is a so-called "probability fluctuation state (probability change state)".

The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low base state and a high base state as game states in which the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of shots of the game balls is different. The high base state is a gaming state in which the probability that the game ball enters the second starting port 13 is higher than that in the low base state. The high base state is the so-called "electric support state", and the low base state is the so-called "non-electric support state". In the high base state, the probability that the game ball enters the second starting port 13 increases, so that the game state is advantageous. In the high base state, the advantage regarding the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 13 is higher than in the low base state.

For example, the high base state is realized by performing one control arbitrarily selected from the three controls of the first control to the third control described below, or by performing a combination of a plurality of controls. can. The first control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, which shortens the fluctuation time of the normal game as compared with the case of the low base state. The second control is the probability fluctuation control of the normal symbol that changes the probability of winning the normal hit lottery (normal win probability) to a higher probability than in the low base state. The third control is an opening time extension control that makes the total opening time of the first variable member 16 in one normal hit game longer than in the low base state. As the opening time extension control, the number of times the first variable member 16 is opened in one normal hit game is increased as compared with the case in the low base state, and the first variable member 16 in the normal hit game is once. It is preferable to perform at least one of the controls for making the opening time of the above longer than that in the low base state. Further, the high base state may be realized by combining the fourth control described below. The fourth control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol, which makes it easier for the fluctuation time of the special game (for example, the average fluctuation time) to be shorter than in the low base state. When the fluctuation time reduction control of the special symbol is performed, the high base state is the so-called "variation time reduction state".

Next, the jackpot in the pachinko gaming machine will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a plurality of types of jackpot symbols as jackpot symbols of special symbols. The plurality of types of jackpot symbols are classified into a first jackpot symbol and a second jackpot symbol. The types of jackpots are defined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols, and there are multiple types of jackpots. The game state after the end of the big hit game may be defined in the plurality of types of big hit symbols.

In the jackpot game, first, an opening effect is performed to notify the start of the jackpot game over a predetermined opening period. In the big hit game, a round game is performed in which the big winning opening 14 is opened after the opening period (or the opening effect) is over. The round game is performed up to a predetermined maximum number of times. In one round game, the large winning opening 14 is until the first round end condition in which the predetermined upper limit number of game balls wins or the second round end condition in which the predetermined upper limit time elapses is satisfied. , Will be released. In the round game, a round production is performed. Then, in the big hit game, when the final round game is completed, an ending effect is performed to notify the end of the big hit game over a predetermined ending period. The jackpot game ends with the end of the ending period (or ending effect).

The jackpot symbol classified into the first jackpot symbol and the jackpot symbol classified into the second jackpot symbol are defined as a jackpot game in which the maximum number of round games is 10 times. Further, the jackpot symbol classified into the first jackpot symbol is defined to be controlled to a high probability state after the jackpot game is completed. The jackpot symbol classified into the second jackpot symbol is defined to be controlled to a low probability state after the jackpot game is completed. Further, for the jackpot symbols classified into the first jackpot symbol and the second jackpot symbol, after the end of the jackpot game, until the special game of a predetermined upper limit number of times (80 times in this embodiment) is completed. It is stipulated that the game is controlled to a high base state for a period of time or until a jackpot game is granted before the maximum number of special games is completed.

In the display effect that can be executed by the effect display device 11 in the present embodiment, the symbols for the effect (hereinafter referred to as the effect symbols) are variably displayed in a plurality of columns, and finally the combination of the effect symbols is fixedly stopped and displayed. There is a staging pattern variation game (hereinafter referred to as a staging game). As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a staging symbol variation game using the staging symbol. The staging pattern is a pattern with decorations such as characters and patterns, and is also called a "decorative pattern" or a "decorative pattern". The staging game is performed by displaying (scrolling) the symbol rows of the first row, the second row, and the third row in the vertical direction. The effect symbol in the first row is the so-called first symbol, the effect symbol in the second row is the so-called second symbol, and the effect symbol in the third row is the so-called third symbol. In the following description, "first column" is referred to as "left column", "first symbol" is indicated as "left symbol", "second column" is indicated as "middle column", and "second symbol" is indicated. It is indicated as "middle symbol", "third column" is indicated as "right column", and "third symbol" is indicated as "right symbol". In the present embodiment, as a general rule, in each column, the staging symbols imitating the numbers [1] to [8] are variably displayed in a predetermined order.

The staging game is performed in conjunction with the special game. Specifically, the staging game starts with the start of the special game and ends with the end of the special game. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute the production game during the execution of the special game. Then, in the staging game, the combination of the staging symbols corresponding to the special symbols displayed in the special game is definitely stopped and displayed. When the jackpot symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed in the special game, the jackpot symbol combination is fixedly stopped and displayed in the staging game. For example, the big hit symbol combination is a symbol combination such as "777" in which the effect symbols in all rows are the same. Further, when the missing symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the special game, the missing symbol combination is displayed as a fixed stop in the staging game. For example, the out-of-order symbol combination is a symbol combination such as "323" or "426" in which at least one row of staging symbols is different from the other row of staging symbols. In the effect game, the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed before the final stop display is displayed. In the present specification, the "temporarily stopped display" means a state different from the fixed stop display, such as "swaying stop state".

In the production game, the display mode of the production symbol becomes the reach mode (reach is formed), and the reach effect may be performed. In the reach mode, an effect symbol imitating the same number is temporarily stopped and displayed in a specific column (for example, the left column and the right column) among a plurality of columns, and a column different from the specific column (for example, middle) is displayed. The effect symbols in the column) are still being displayed in a variable manner. The reach effect may include a plurality of types of reach effects in which the characters to appear and the actions of the effect symbols are different. The reach production includes a normal reach production and a super reach production performed after the start of the normal reach production. Then, when the super reach effect is executed during the execution of the special game, the jackpot expectation may be higher than when only the normal reach effect is executed. The reach effect is performed during the execution of the special game.

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 3, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main board 40 as a main control unit. The main board 40 performs various processes and outputs control information such as control signals (control commands) according to the results of the processes. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a sub-board 41 as a sub-control unit. The sub-board 41 performs a predetermined process based on the control information output from the main board 40. For example, the sub-board 41 performs a process for executing a light emission effect by the decorative lamp La, a sound effect by the speaker Sp, and a display effect by the effect display device 11. The main board 40 and the sub board 41 are arranged on the back side of the game board YB. The game board unit includes a main board 40 and a sub board 41. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, it can be said that the main board 40 and the sub board 41 are arranged inside the machine. The main board 40 is connected to the sub board 41. The main board 40 and the sub board 41 are connected from the main board 40 to the sub board 41 so as to be able to output control information in one direction.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a power supply unit 60. The power supply unit 60 is a unit that supplies power to the main board 40 and the sub board 41 by performing an operation of switching the power switch 60a to the on state. Therefore, by performing the operation of switching the power switch 60a to the on state, the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is started. The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a backup function. The backup function is a function that backs up (internally retains) various information even when the power supply from the external power supply is stopped, and restores based on the various information that is retained when the power supply is started. .. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the main board 40 has a backup function, while the sub board 41 does not have a backup function.

First, the main board 40 will be described.
The main board 40 includes a main CPU 40a, a main ROM 40b, and a main RWM 40c. Further, the main board 40 includes an RWM clear switch CS. The main CPU 40a performs various processes by executing the control program (main control program) of the main CPU 40a.

The main ROM 40b stores a main control program, a lottery table used for a predetermined lottery, a determination value, and the like. For example, the main ROM 40b stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. The plurality of types of fluctuation patterns are associated with the fluctuation time (variation time of the special game) from the start of the special game to the end of the special game. The fluctuation pattern can be said to be information that can specify the fluctuation time of the special game. The variation pattern may be information that can identify a part or all of the production contents of the production game performed between the start of the special game and the end of the special game. The fluctuation patterns include, for example, a jackpot fluctuation pattern and a missed fluctuation pattern. The jackpot variation pattern is associated with the staging content of the staging game, in which the jackpot symbol finally displayed by the staging symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed after the reach effect. The out-of-reach fluctuation pattern includes an out-of-reach non-out-of-reach fluctuation pattern and an out-of-reach with out-of-reach fluctuation pattern. The variation pattern without out-of-reach is associated with the effect content of the effect game, which is to finally stop and display the out-of-reach symbol by the effect symbol without going through the reach effect. The variation pattern with out-of-reach is associated with the effect content of the effect game, in which the combination of symbols that are out of reach is finally confirmed and stopped after the reach effect.

The main RWM 40c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the main RWM40c includes, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The main board 40 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be a hardware random number or a software random number.

The first start sensor SE1, the second start sensor SE2, the count sensor SE3, and the gate sensor SE4 are connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input detection signals output by various sensors SE1 to SE4 via the port. An information display panel 22 is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a can control the display content of the information display panel 22 via the drive circuit. The first actuator A1 and the second actuator A2 are connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a can control the operation of the first actuator A1 and the operation of the second actuator A2 via the drive circuit. A magnetic sensor JS is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input a detection signal (hereinafter referred to as a magnetic detection signal) output by the magnetic sensor JS via the port. A door opening sensor KS is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input a detection signal (hereinafter referred to as an opening detection signal) output by the door opening sensor KS via the port. A touch sensor TS is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input a detection signal (hereinafter referred to as a handle operation detection signal) output by the touch sensor TS via the port.

The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input an operation signal to be output when the RWM clear switch CS is operated in the ON state. The RWM clear switch CS is configured to enable an operation for instructing the initialization of various backed up information.

Next, the sub-board 41 will be described.
The sub-board 41 includes a sub CPU 41a, a sub ROM 41b, and a sub RWM 41c. For example, the sub CPU 41a performs various processes (for example, processes related to staging) by executing the control program (sub control program) of the sub CPU 41a. The sub ROM 41b stores a sub control program, a lottery table used for the lottery, a determination value, and the like. The sub ROM 41b stores display effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the display effect in the effect display device 11. The sub ROM 41b stores the light emission effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the light emission effect in the decorative lamp La. The sub ROM 41b stores the sound effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the sound effect in the speaker Sp.

The sub RWM 41c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the sub-RWM41c includes, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The sub-board 41 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be a hardware random number or a software random number.

A decorative lamp La, a speaker Sp, and an effect display device 11 are connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a can control the decorative lamp La, the speaker Sp, and the effect display device 11 via the drive circuit. The first operation button BT1 is connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a is configured to be able to input a detection signal to be output when the first operation button BT1 is operated via the port. The operation unit actuator SA is connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a can control the operation of the operation unit actuator SA via the drive circuit. The second operation button BT2 is connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a is configured to be able to input a detection signal to be output when the second operation button BT2 is operated via the port.

The first effect actuator EA1, the second effect actuator EA2, and the third effect actuator EA3 are connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a can control the operation of the first effect actuator EA1, the operation of the second effect actuator EA2, and the operation of the third effect actuator EA3 via the drive circuit. The upper button UB is connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a is configured to be able to input a detection signal to be output when the upper button UB is operated via the port. The lower button DB is connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a is configured to be able to input a detection signal to be output when the lower button DB is operated via the port. The first in-situ sensor GS1, the second in-situ sensor GS2, the third in-situ sensor GS3, and the fourth in-situ sensor GS4 are connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a is configured to be able to input detection signals output by various in-situ sensors GS1 to GS4 via the port.

Next, the power supply unit 60 will be described.
The power supply unit 60 converts the power supply voltage supplied from an external power source such as a game hall into a power supply voltage to be supplied to the boards 40 and 41. The power supply unit 60 supplies electric power to the boards 40 and 41 via the power supply line. The power supply unit 60 has a power supply switch 60a. When the operation of switching the power switch 60a from the off state to the on state is performed, the power supply to the boards 40 and 41 is started. On the other hand, when the operation of switching the power switch 60a from the on state to the off state is performed, the power supply to the boards 40 and 41 is cut off.

Hereinafter, the control contents executed by the main CPU 40a and the sub CPU 41a will be described.
First, the power-on processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
When the main CPU 40a is started by the start-up process at the start of power supply, the main CPU 40a first performs the power-on process. In the power-on process, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not the main RWM 40c is initialized according to the operating state of the RWM clear switch CS at the start of power supply. Specifically, the main CPU 40a determines whether the RWM clear switch CS has been operated in the ON state at the start of power supply. When the main CPU 40a inputs an operation signal output when the RWM clear switch CS is operated in the ON state, the main CPU 40a determines that the RWM clear switch CS is operated in the ON state. When it is determined that the RWM clear switch CS has been operated in the ON state at the start of power supply, the main CPU 40a performs the main RWM clear process and returns the game to a state in which the game can be played. In the main RWM clear process, the main CPU 40a initializes the game information backed up by the main RWM 40c. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as an initial command) instructing activation by initialization in an output buffer. The control information (control command) stored in the output buffer is output to the sub-board 41 in the next and subsequent interrupt processes. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the power-on process.

If it is not determined that the RWM clear switch CS has been operated in the ON state at the start of power supply, the main CPU 40a performs a return process. In the return process, the main CPU 40a confirms whether the various backed up information is normal, and if it is normal, performs a process of returning based on the various backed up information, and returns to a state where the game can be performed. Let me. When the process of restoring based on the various backed up information is performed, the main CPU 40a is responsible for the control information (hereinafter referred to as the restoration command) for instructing the restoration based on the various backed up information and the restoration (power). The control information (hereinafter referred to as the status specification command) that specifies the control status (corresponding to when the supply is cut off) is stored in the output buffer. On the other hand, when the various backed up information is not normal, the main CPU 40a performs the main RWM clear processing and returns to a state where the game can be performed. When the main RWM clear process is performed, the main CPU 40a stores the initial command in the output buffer. When the return command or the initial command is stored in the output buffer in the return process, the main CPU 40a finishes the return process and ends the power-on process.

In the present embodiment, the power-on process corresponds to the control for returning to the game-enabled state in which the game can be played, and the function as the return control means is realized by the main CPU 40a performing the power-on process. Further, in the present embodiment, the main RWM clear process corresponds to the initialization return control that initializes the information backed up with the start of power supply and returns it to the game-enabled state. As described above, in the present embodiment, the return control means can perform initialization return control with the start of power supply as control for returning to the game-enabled state.

Next, the special symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the starting port based on whether or not the detection signal from the first starting sensor SE1 or the second starting sensor SE2 is input (hereinafter, referred to as input determination). .. When the determination result of the input determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of special reservations stored in the main RWM40c is less than the upper limit number (4 in the present embodiment) (hereinafter referred to as hold determination). .. If the determination result of the hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a adds 1 to the special hold number and updates it. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the number of special reservations after the update. The main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a hold number command) that can specify the special hold number after the update in the output buffer. The control information (command) stored in the output buffer is output to the sub-board 41 in the next and subsequent interrupt processes. If the determination result of the hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a acquires a random number generated in the main board 40, and stores the random number information based on the acquired random number in the main RWM 40c. At this time, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information so that the storage order can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information in the main RWM40c, the execution is suspended until the execution condition of the special game is satisfied. The pachinko gaming machine 10 can suspend the execution of the special game. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method. For example, the random number is a random number used for the jackpot lottery, a random number used for determining the jackpot symbol, a random number used for determining the fluctuation pattern, and the like. After storing the random number information in the main RWM 40c, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process.

Next, the special symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the execution condition of the special game is satisfied (hereinafter, referred to as execution determination). In the execution determination, the main CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when the jackpot game is not in progress and is not in the special game, while a negative determination is made when the jackpot game is in progress or the special game is in progress. If the determination result of the execution determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when the determination result of the execution determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of special reservations stored in the main RWM 40c is 1 or more. When the number of special holds is 0, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter referred to as a demo command) that can be specified to be in the standby state in the output buffer. Incidentally, the main CPU 40a does not store the demo command in the output buffer until the special game is executed after the demo command is stored in the output buffer. That is, the demo command is stored in the output buffer only once between the time when the special hold number becomes 0 and the time when the special game is executed.

When the number of special reservations is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a is updated by subtracting 1 from the number of special reservations stored in the main RWM40c. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the number of special reservations after the update is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores a hold number command capable of specifying the special hold number after the update in the output buffer. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information among the random number information from the main RWM40c. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RWM 40c. Then, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not to win the big hit based on the read random number information and the big hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. This process corresponds to a big hit lottery (big hit determination) as to whether or not it is a big hit. For example, the determination as to whether or not the jackpot is won may be determined by whether or not the value of the random number information and the jackpot determination value match. The main CPU 40a performs a big hit lottery so that the probability of winning a big hit is higher in the high probability state than in the low probability state. The determination of whether or not to win the jackpot may be determined by whether or not the value obtained by adding the value of the random number information and the jackpot determination value exceeds a predetermined value.

Then, when the big hit is won in the big hit lottery, the main CPU 40a determines the big hit symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the special game, and the big hit fluctuation pattern. Determining the jackpot symbol by lottery corresponds to the lottery of the type of jackpot. On the other hand, when the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery (in the case of a miss), the main CPU 40a determines the missed symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the special game, and the missed fluctuation pattern. For example, if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 40a performs a reach lottery, determines a variation pattern with a missed reach if the reach lottery is won, and no missed reach if the reach lottery is not won. The fluctuation pattern may be determined. The main CPU 40a may determine a special symbol or a variation pattern by lottery using the read random number information. After that, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer the control information (hereinafter referred to as a symbol command) capable of specifying the determined special symbol and the control information (hereinafter referred to as a variation pattern designation command) capable of specifying the variation pattern. The special symbol start process is terminated.

Then, when the special symbol start process is completed, the main CPU 40a performs a process different from the special symbol start process to execute the special game. Specifically, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the special game is started. The main CPU 40a measures the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing. Then, when the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern elapses, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the special symbol determined in the special symbol start processing is fixedly stopped and displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a game end command for displaying a fixed stop display of the symbol combination by the effect symbol when the variation time associated with the variation pattern determined in the special symbol start process elapses.

Next, the prize ball processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
When the detection signal from the first start sensor SE1 is input, the main CPU 40a controls so that a predetermined number of game balls are paid out. When the detection signal from the second start sensor SE2 is input, the main CPU 40a controls so that a predetermined number of game balls are paid out. When the detection signal from the count sensor SE3 is input, the main CPU 40a controls so that a predetermined number of game balls are paid out.

Next, the jackpot processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a executes a jackpot process after displaying a fixed stop display of the jackpot symbol in a special game, and causes a jackpot game. In the big hit process, the main CPU 40a specifies the type of the big hit game based on the big hit symbol (that is, the type of the big hit) determined in the special symbol start process. Then, after the end of the big hit special game, the main CPU 40a starts the control to cause the specified big hit game. The main CPU 40a causes a big hit game by executing the big hit process. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won, the jackpot game is generated after the end of the special game.

In the jackpot process, the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer. When the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a clocks the opening time. Further, when the opening time has elapsed, the main CPU 40a performs a process for executing the round game. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so that the large winning opening 14 opens according to the opening mode (opening pattern), and starts the round game. After starting the round game, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so that the large winning opening 14 is closed when the first round end condition or the second round end condition is satisfied, and ends the round game. .. The main CPU 40a repeats the process for executing the round game until the upper limit number of round games specified in the jackpot game is completed. The main CPU 40a stores the round command in the output buffer each time the round game is started. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer when the final round game is completed. When the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a clocks the ending time. Then, when the ending time elapses, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot process.

Next, the game state processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
After the jackpot game based on the first jackpot symbol is completed, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control to a high probability state in the probability state flag stored in the main RWM40c. When the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control to a high probability state in the probability state flag, the main CPU 40a outputs control information (hereinafter, referred to as a high probability state command) that can specify that it is in a high probability state. Store in. Further, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to be controlled to the low probability state in the probability state flag stored in the main RWM 40c after the end of the big hit game based on the second big hit symbol. Further, when the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control to a low probability state in the probability state flag, the main CPU 40a provides control information (hereinafter, referred to as a low probability state command) that can specify that it is in a low probability state. Store in the output buffer.

After the jackpot game is completed, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control the high base state in the base state flag stored in the main RWM 40c. When the base state flag is set to a value that can be specified to be controlled to the high base state, the main CPU 40a outputs control information (hereinafter referred to as a high base state command) that can be specified to be in the high base state. Store in. Further, when the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to be controlled to the high base state, the upper limit number of times of the special game to be controlled to the high base state is set as the remaining number of times of the special game to give the high base state to the main RWM40c. To memorize. Then, each time the special game is executed, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the remaining number of times of the special game that grants the high base state. When the remaining number of times of the special game for which the high base state is given becomes 0, the main CPU 40a controls the base state flag to the low base state with the end of the special game in which the remaining number of times becomes 0. Set a identifiable value. When the base state flag is set to a value that can be specified to be controlled to the low base state, the main CPU 40a outputs control information (hereinafter referred to as a low base state command) that can be specified to be in the low base state. Store in. Incidentally, when the big hit game occurs, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to be controlled to the low probability state in the probability state flag and a value that can be specified to be controlled to the low base state in the base state flag. ..

Next, the normal symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
In the normal symbol input process, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has passed (entered) the gate 18 based on whether or not the detection signal is input from the gate sensor SE4. When the game ball has not passed through the gate 18, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. On the other hand, when the game ball passes through the gate 18, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not the normal hold number stored in the main RWM 40c is less than the upper limit number (4 in the present embodiment). When the normal hold number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. When the normal hold number is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a updates by adding 1 to the normal hold number stored in the main RWM40c. In this case, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the normal hold number after the update. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a normal hold number command) capable of specifying the updated normal hold number in the output buffer. Next, the main CPU 40a acquires a random number generated in the main board 40, and stores the random number information based on the acquired random number in the main RWM 40c. In this case, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information for a normal game so that the storage order of the random number information can be specified. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process.

Next, the normal symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
In the normal symbol start process, the main CPU 40a determines whether the execution condition of the normal game is satisfied. The main CPU 40a makes an affirmative judgment when it is not in a normal hit game and is not in a normal game, while it makes a negative judgment when it is in a normal hit game or in a normal game. If the execution condition of the normal game is not satisfied, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. On the other hand, when the execution condition of the normal game is satisfied, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not the normal hold number stored in the main RWM 40c is 1 or more. If the normal hold number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. When the normal hold number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the normal hold number stored in the main RWM 40c and updates the normal hold number. In this process, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated normal hold number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a normal hold number command capable of specifying the normal hold number after the update.

Next, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RWM 40c among the random number information for the normal game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RWM 40c. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not to win the normal hit based on the read random number information and the normal hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. This process corresponds to a normal hit lottery (normal hit determination) as to whether or not it is a normal hit. For example, the main CPU 40a may perform a normal hit lottery so that the probability of winning a normal hit is higher in the high base state than in the low base state. When the normal hit is won, the main CPU 40a determines the normal hit symbol to be derived in the normal game and the fluctuation time of the normal game. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. For example, the main CPU 40a may determine (or easily determine a short time) as the fluctuation time of the normal game in the high base state as compared with the low base state. The main CPU 40a may be configured to determine the fluctuation time of the normal game by determining the normal fluctuation pattern in which the fluctuation time of the normal game is determined. The normal fluctuation pattern may be stored in the main ROM 40b.

Then, the main CPU 40a executes a normal game by performing a process different from the normal symbol start process. Specifically, the main CPU 40a starts the normal game, and when the fluctuation time determined in the normal symbol start process elapses, the information display panel 22 is such that the normal symbol determined in the normal symbol start process is derived. To control. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer control information that can identify that the execution of the normal game is started as the execution of the normal game is started.

Next, the normal hit processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
After the end of the normal hit game, the main CPU 40a performs the normal hit process. In the normal hit process, the main CPU 40a starts the control to cause the normal hit game depending on whether it is in the high base state or the low base state. The main CPU 40a causes a normal hit by performing a normal hit process. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the normal hit game is generated after the normal hit is won. It should be noted that causing a normal hit game is equivalent to granting a normal hit game. In the normal hit process, the main CPU 40a controls the first actuator A1 so that the second starting port 13 is opened in the opening mode when the high base state is reached. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the first actuator A1 so that the second starting port 13 is opened in the opening mode when the low base state is in the low base state.

Next, the detection process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
When a magnetic detection signal is input, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a magnetic detection command) that can identify that magnetism has been detected in the output buffer. Further, when the opening detection signal is input, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as an opening detection command) that can identify that the door member is open in the output buffer. Further, when the handle operation detection signal is input, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a handle operation detection command) that can identify that the firing handle HD has been operated in the output buffer.

In addition, for example, when a magnetic detection signal is input, the main CPU 40a may control so that a security signal is output from an external terminal connectable to an external device to an external device connected to the external terminal. good. In addition, for example, when an open detection signal is input, the main CPU 40a may control the security signal to be output from the external terminal connectable to the external device to the external device connected to the external terminal. good.

Next, various processes performed by the sub CPU 41a will be described.
First, the control performed by the sub CPU 41a with the start of power supply will be described.
The sub CPU 41a makes various settings (initial settings) necessary at the start of the power supply with the start of the power supply. After the various settings are completed, the sub CPU 41a waits until various control information output in the power-on process by the main CPU 40a is input. The sub CPU 41a starts up earlier than the main CPU 40a.

When the sub CPU 41a inputs an initial command, the sub CPU 41a performs an initialization return process. The initialization recovery process is a process performed when the power supply is started, and is a process of initializing the backed up information and returning it to a state where it is possible to play a game. In the initialization return processing, the sub CPU 41a reads information indicating the effect content in the initial state from the sub ROM 41b, starts by initialization based on the information, starts in the initial state, and is in a state where it is possible to play a game. Return. Further, in the initialization return processing, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 and the speaker Sp so that the initialization notification is performed. For example, the sub CPU 41a causes the effect display device 11 to display an image including the character information of "initializing", and causes the effect display device 11 to perform initialization notification. Further, for example, the sub CPU 41a outputs a sound including a voice "initializing" (hereinafter referred to as an initialization notification sound) from the speaker Sp to perform initialization notification. The initialization notification sound is continuously output from the speaker Sp until the predetermined return notification time elapses.

On the other hand, when the sub CPU 41a inputs a return command, the sub CPU 41a performs a backup return process. The backup recovery process is a process performed when the power supply is started, and is a process of returning to a state where the game can be performed based on the backed up information. In the backup return process, the sub CPU 41a starts up based on the return time command and the state specification command, starts up in the backup state, and returns to the state where the game can be performed. Further, in the backup restoration process, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 and the speaker Sp so that the backup notification is performed. For example, the sub CPU 41a causes the effect display device 11 to display an image including the character information of "returning" to perform backup notification. Further, for example, the sub CPU 41a outputs a sound including a voice "returning" (hereinafter referred to as a backup return notification sound) from the speaker Sp to perform backup notification. The backup return notification sound is continuously output from the speaker Sp until the predetermined recovery notification time elapses.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the sounds that can be output by the speaker Sp include an initialization notification sound and a backup return notification sound. The initialization notification sound and the backup recovery notification sound are output from the speaker Sp when the power-on process is performed by the main CPU 40a and the initial command or the recovery command is input to the sub CPU 41a. That is, the initialization notification sound and the backup return notification sound are sounds that are output when the power supply is started. That is, in the present embodiment, the sound that can be output by the sound output means includes a specific sound that can be output with the start of power supply. In particular, the initialization notification sound is output from the speaker Sp when the main RWM clear process is performed by the main CPU 40a and the initial command is input to the sub CPU 41a. That is, when the main CPU 40a performs the main RWM clear processing and returns to the state where the game can be performed, the initialization notification sound is output from the speaker Sp with the start of power supply. As described above, the initialization notification sound in the present embodiment is output from the sound output means when the power supply is started when the initialization / return control is performed by the return control means to return to the game-enabled state. That is, in the present embodiment, the specific sound is output from the sound output means with the start of power supply when the return control means performs initialization return control and returns to the game-enabled state. Further, the initialization notification sound and the backup return notification sound correspond to the sounds related to the return to the game-enabled state in which the game can be played. That is, the specific sound is a notification sound relating to the return to the playable state in which the game can be played.

Next, the control related to the initial operation (initial operation) of various movable bodies will be described.
The sub CPU 41a performs an initial operation process for performing an initial operation of various movable bodies with the start of power supply. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a performs an initial operation process after finishing the output of the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a movable body, and is configured to be able to perform the initial operation of the movable body with the start of power supply. The initial operation of the movable body is a confirmation operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply.

In the initial operation processing, the sub CPU 41a initially operates the first operation button BT1, controls the initial operation of the upper movable body 80, controls the initial operation of the internal upper movable body 90, and initially operates the inner lower movable body 95. Control to operate and perform.

In the control for initial operation of the first operation button BT1, the sub CPU 41a controls the operation unit actuator SA so that the first operation button BT1 performs the initial operation. The sub CPU 41a monitors the transition of the detection signal from the first in-situ sensor GS1. The sub CPU 41a is the first operation button when the detection signal is continuously input from the first original position sensor GS1 from the start of the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 to the time when the first operation period elapses. It is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the BT1 and the operation unit actuator SA. Further, the sub CPU 41a outputs the detection signal without inputting the detection signal from the first original position sensor GS1 from the start of the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 to the time when the first operation period elapses. When the input is stopped again, it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the first operation button BT1 and the operation unit actuator SA. When it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the first operation button BT1 and the operation unit actuator SA, the sub CPU 41a stops the operation unit actuator SA and determines that the operation of the first operation button BT1 is abnormal. Specifiable information (hereinafter referred to as first movable body error information) is stored in the sub-RWM41c. Although the details will be described later, when the first movable body error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c, the sub CPU 41a does not operate the first operation button BT1 at the time of executing various effects. The situation in which the first movable body error information is stored in the sub RWM41c corresponds to the situation in which the movable body error related to the first operation button BT1 has occurred. Incidentally, the first movable body error information stored in the sub RWM41c is erased when the power supply is cut off. Further, the time for the first operation period is set to be longer than the time required for the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 to end normally.

In the control for initial operation of the upper movable body 80, the sub CPU 41a controls the first effect actuator EA1 so that the upper movable body 80 performs the initial operation. The sub CPU 41a monitors the transition of the detection signal from the second in-situ sensor GS2. When the sub CPU 41a continues to input the detection signal from the second in-situ sensor GS2 from the start of the initial operation of the upper movable body 80 to the time when the second operation period elapses, the upper movable body 80 and the sub CPU 41a It is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the first effect actuators EA1. Further, the sub CPU 41a again outputs the detection signal without inputting the detection signal from the second in-situ sensor GS2 from the start of the initial operation of the upper movable body 80 to the time when the second operation period elapses. When no input is made, it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the upper movable body 80 and the first staging actuator EA1. When it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the upper movable body 80 and the first effect actuator EA1, the sub CPU 41a stops the first effect actuator EA1 and determines that the operation of the upper movable body 80 is abnormal. Specifiable information (hereinafter referred to as second movable body error information) is stored in the sub-RWM41c. Although the details will be described later, when the second movable body error information is stored in the secondary RWM 41c, the secondary CPU 41a does not operate the upper movable body 80 at the time of executing various effects. The situation in which the second movable body error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c corresponds to the situation in which the movable body error relating to the upper movable body 80 has occurred. Incidentally, the second movable body error information stored in the sub RWM41c is erased when the power supply is cut off. Further, the time for the second operation period is set to be longer than the time required for the initial operation of the upper movable body 80 to be normally completed.

In the control for initial operation of the internal movable body 90, the sub CPU 41a controls the second effect actuator EA2 so that the internal upper movable body 90 performs the initial operation. The sub CPU 41a monitors the transition of the detection signal from the third in-situ sensor GS3. The sub CPU 41a is the internal movable body when the detection signal is continuously input from the third in-situ sensor GS3 from the start of the initial operation of the internal upper movable body 90 to the time when the third operation period elapses. It is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the 90 and the second effect actuator EA2. Further, the sub CPU 41a outputs the detection signal without inputting the detection signal from the third in-situ sensor GS3 from the start of the initial operation of the internal movable body 90 to the time when the third operation period elapses. When the input is stopped again, it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the internally movable body 90 and the second staging actuator EA2. When it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the internal movable body 90 and the second effect actuator EA2, the sub CPU 41a stops the second effect actuator EA2 and has an abnormality in the operation of the internal upper movable body 90. Information that can be specified (hereinafter referred to as a third movable body error information) is stored in the sub-RWM41c. Although the details will be described later, when the third movable body error information is stored in the secondary RWM 41c, the secondary CPU 41a does not operate the internal movable body 90 at the time of executing various effects. The situation in which the third movable body error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c corresponds to the situation in which the movable body error relating to the internal movable body 90 has occurred. Incidentally, the third movable body error information stored in the sub RWM41c is deleted when the power supply is cut off. Further, the time for the third operation period is set to be longer than the time required for the initial operation of the internal movable body 90 to be normally completed.

In the control for initial operation of the inner lower movable body 95, the sub CPU 41a controls the third effect actuator EA3 so that the inner lower movable body 95 performs the initial operation. The sub CPU 41a monitors the transition of the detection signal from the fourth in-situ sensor GS4. The sub CPU 41a is the inner lower movable body when the detection signal is continuously input from the fourth in-situ sensor GS4 from the start of the initial operation of the inner lower movable body 95 to the time when the fourth operation period elapses. It is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the 95 and the third effect actuator EA3. The sub CPU 41a inputs the detection signal again without inputting the detection signal from the fourth in-situ sensor GS4 until the time when the fourth operation period elapses from the start of the initial operation of the internal lower movable body 95. When it does not work, it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the internal lower movable body 95 and the third staging actuator EA3. When it is determined that an abnormality has occurred in at least one of the inner lower movable body 95 and the third effect actuator EA3, the sub CPU 41a stops the third effect actuator EA3 and there is an abnormality in the operation of the inner lower movable body 95. Information that can be specified (hereinafter referred to as the fourth movable body error information) is stored in the sub-RWM41c. Although the details will be described later, when the fourth movable body error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c, the sub CPU 41a does not operate the internal lower movable body 95 at the time of executing various effects. The situation in which the fourth movable body error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c corresponds to the situation in which the movable body error relating to the inner lower movable body 95 occurs. Incidentally, the fourth movable body error information stored in the sub RWM41c is erased when the power supply is cut off. Further, the time for the fourth operation period is set to be longer than the time required for the initial operation of the internal lower movable body 95 to be normally completed.

As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 detects movable body errors related to various movable bodies based on the detection signals from the various in-situ sensors GS1 to GS4. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the various in-situ sensors GS1 to GS4 correspond to the movable body error detecting means for detecting the movable body error related to the movable body.

As shown in FIG. 4, the sub CPU 41a controls to initially operate various movable bodies after the output of the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is completed. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the output of the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound ends before the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the initial operation of the movable body is performed when the initialization notification sound is output when the power supply is started and when the initial operation of the movable body is performed. The output of the initialization notification sound ends before it starts. Similarly, for example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the backup return notification sound is output when the power supply is started, and when the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the movable body The output of the backup return notification sound ends before the initial operation starts. As described above, in the present embodiment, the initial operation of the movable body is started when the specific sound is output when the power supply is started and when the initial operation of the movable body is performed. The output of the specific sound ends before it is done. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, since the output of the specific sound is completed before the initial operation of the movable body is performed in the initial operation process, the time when the initial operation of the movable body is started when the power supply is started. Therefore, the initialization notification sound and the backup recovery notification sound are not output during the initial operation period of the movable body. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, at least from the start time of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is in the initial operation, the initialization notification sound and backup are performed from the speaker Sp. The return notification sound is not output. That is, in the present embodiment, the specific sound is output from the sound output means at least from the start time of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the specific time point in the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated. Not done.

Further, in the initial operation processing, the sub CPU 41a controls the initial operation of the movable body classified in the first category, and then controls the initial operation of the movable body classified in the second category. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, after the initial operation of the movable body classified into the first category is performed, the initial operation of the movable body classified into the second category is performed. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the first operation button BT1 and the upper movable body 80 are classified into the first category among the plurality of movable bodies, and the inner upper movable body 90 and the inner lower movable body 95 are the second among the plurality of movable bodies. It is classified into classification. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, at least the movable body provided in the front frame Y3 is classified as the movable body classified into the first category. That is, in the present embodiment, the movable body classified into the first category includes at least one or a plurality of movable bodies including the movable body provided on the front door member. As described above, in the present embodiment, the first operation button BT1 as an operation movable body is classified into the first category. That is, in the present embodiment, the movable body classified into the first category includes a movable body provided in one or a plurality of front door members including at least an operation movable body. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, at least the movable body provided on the game board YB is classified as the movable body classified into the second category. That is, in the present embodiment, the movable body classified into the second category includes at least one or a plurality of movable bodies including the movable body provided on the game board. As described above, in the present embodiment, the movable body includes a plurality of types of movable bodies including an operable movable body that can be operated by the player.

Then, in the initial operation processing, the sub CPU 41a controls the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 and the initial operation of the upper movable body 80, and then controls the initial operation of the internal upper movable body 90 and the inner lower movable body. Controls the initial operation of the 95. Further, in the initial operation processing, the sub CPU 41a controls the initial operation of the inner upper movable body 90 and then controls the initial operation of the inner lower movable body 95. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 and the upper movable body 80 corresponding to the movable bodies classified into the first category among the plurality of types of movable bodies is performed, a plurality of types are performed. The internal upper movable body 90 and the inner lower movable body 95, which correspond to the movable bodies classified into the second category among the movable bodies of the above, are configured to perform the initial operation. That is, in the present embodiment, after the initial operation of the movable body classified into the first category among the plurality of types of movable bodies is performed, the initial operation of the movable body classified into the second category among the plurality of types of movable bodies is performed. It is configured to perform the operation.

Next, the state processing performed by the sub CPU 41a will be described.
Information that can identify the gaming state is stored in the sub-RWM41c. The information that can specify the gaming state stored in the sub-RWM41c includes information that can specify which of the low-probability state and the high-probability state (hereinafter, referred to as a sub-probability state flag). The information that can specify the gaming state stored in the sub RWM 41c includes information that can specify which of the high base state and the low base state (hereinafter, referred to as a sub base state flag). When the low probability state command is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value capable of specifying the low probability state in the sub-probability state flag. When the high probability state command is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value capable of specifying the high probability state in the sub-probability state flag. When the low base state command is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can specify the low base state in the sub base state flag. When the high base state command is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can specify the high base state in the sub base state flag.

Next, the jackpot effect processing performed by the sub CPU 41a will be described.
The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp La, the speaker Sp, and the effect display device 11 so that the jackpot effect is executed during the jackpot game. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp La, the speaker Sp, and the effect display device 11 so that the opening effect is executed when the opening command is input. The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp La, the speaker Sp, and the effect display device 11 so that the round effect is executed when the round command is input. The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp La, the speaker Sp, and the effect display device 11 so that the ending effect is executed when the ending command is input.

Next, the effect game processing performed by the sub CPU 41a will be described.
The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp La, the speaker Sp, and the effect display device 11 so that the effect game and the effect associated with the effect game are performed. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls to execute the effect game when a symbol command and a variation pattern designation command are input. That is, the sub CPU 41a determines the symbol combination by the effect symbol to be finally fixedly stopped and displayed in the effect game based on the variation pattern designation command and the symbol command. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is a jackpot symbol, the sub CPU 41a determines the jackpot symbol combination. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is an outlier symbol, the sub CPU 41a determines the outlier symbol combination. When the sub CPU 41a performs a reach effect by satisfying the reach condition, it is preferable that the sub CPU 41a determines a combination of symbols that are out of reach including the reach. In the present embodiment, the reach condition is satisfied when the variation pattern for the reach effect is specified.

When the variable pattern designation command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so as to display the effect symbol in a variable manner. That is, the sub CPU 41a starts the production game. The fluctuation pattern designation command can be said to be control information for instructing the start of the effect game based on the fluctuation pattern. Then, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so as to temporarily stop and display the symbol combination based on the determined effect symbol at a predetermined timing. After that, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the symbol combination based on the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed when the game end command is input. Incidentally, when executing the reach effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so as to temporarily stop and display the effect symbols in the left column and the right column so that the reach is formed at a predetermined timing in the special game. do. Further, when the super reach effect is executed as the reach effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the normal reach effect is executed after the reach is formed and then the super reach effect is executed. The sub CPU 41a may be controlled to measure the fluctuation time that can be specified from the fluctuation pattern, and to display the symbol combination as a fixed stop display when the fluctuation time elapses. In this case, the game end command may be omitted.

Further, during the execution of the special game, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker Sp so that the fluctuating sound is output. In the present embodiment, the fluctuating sound includes, for example, a sound output according to the display of the effect symbol, a sound associated with the execution of various effects, a sound associated with the execution of the reach effect, and the like. For example, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker Sp so that a predetermined fluctuating sound (for example, a fluctuating start sound) is output at the timing when the variation display of the effect symbol is started. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker Sp so that a predetermined fluctuating sound (for example, a stop sound) is output at the timing when the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the fluctuating sound is output from the speaker Sp during the execution of the special game.

When a demo command is input, the sub CPU 41a causes the effect display device 11 to stop and display the effect symbol displayed on the effect display device 11 in a stop mode (for example, swinging the effect symbol left and right) in the standby state. To control and control to the standby state. Further, when the demo time elapses without inputting the variation pattern designation command after inputting the demo command, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the customer attraction effect is executed. For example, the customer attraction effect is an effect for notifying that the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in a standby state and obtaining a customer attraction effect, and is also called a demonstration effect (demo effect). In the customer attraction production, various alerts may be executed. As various alerts, for example, there are alerts regarding immersiveness and alerts regarding leaving infants in the car.

Further, the sub CPU 41a can control the speaker Sp so that the background sound is output. Further, when the background sound is being output, the sub CPU 41a stops the output of the background sound when a predetermined standby time elapses without inputting the steering wheel operation detection command after the standby state is set.

Further, for example, in the standby state and when the background sound is not output, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker Sp so that the background sound is output when the steering wheel operation detection command is input. As described above, the background sound may be output when the touch sensor TS detects that the firing handle HD has been operated. However, the background sound is a content that cannot be specified that the firing handle HD has been operated. Further, for example, in the standby state and when the background sound is not output, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker Sp so that the background sound is output when the variation pattern designation command is input. Incidentally, at this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker Sp so that the variable sound is output during the execution of the special game corresponding to the variable pattern designation command. In this way, the background sound is triggered by the fact that the variable pattern specification command output when the special game whose execution is suspended due to the entry into the starting ports 12 and 13 is executed is input to the sub CPU 41a. May be output to. That is, the background sound may be output when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13. However, the background sound is a content that cannot be specified that the game ball has entered the starting ports 12 and 13. Note that "entry into the starting openings 12 and 13" does not mean entry of the game ball into both the first starting opening 12 and the second starting opening 13, but the first starting opening 12 and the first. 2 It means that the game ball enters any one of the starting ports 13. Similarly, the variable sound output during the execution of the special game is subordinated to the variable pattern specification command output when the special game whose execution is suspended is executed when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13. It may be output when it is input to the CPU 41a. That is, the fluctuating sound may be output when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13. The situation in which the operation of the firing handle HD is detected by the touch sensor TS and the background sound is not output, and the background sound output is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13, will be described later. ..

Next, the error detection process performed by the sub CPU 41a will be described.
When the magnetic detection command is input, the sub CPU 41a performs a magnetic detection effect processing for executing a magnetic detection effect for notifying that a magnetic error has been detected. In the magnetic detection effect processing, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that an image of the content notifying that magnetism is detected is displayed. Further, in the magnetic detection effect processing, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker Sp so that a sound having the content of notifying that magnetism is detected (hereinafter referred to as a magnetic detection notification sound) is output. The magnetic detection notification sound may be, for example, a voice saying "magnetism has been detected" and a sound effect associated with the detection of magnetism. Although the details will be described later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if a magnetic error is detected, the execution of the magnetic detection effect processing may be restricted.

When the open detection command is input, the sub CPU 41a performs an open detection effect process for executing an open detection effect for notifying that the door member is open. In the opening detection effect processing, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that an image of the content notifying that the door member is open is displayed. Further, in the opening detection effect processing, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker Sp so that a sound (hereinafter, referred to as a door opening notification sound) for notifying that the door member is open is output. The door opening notification sound may be, for example, a voice saying "the door is open" and a sound effect associated with the opening of the door member. As described above, the door opening notification sound is a content that can identify that the door member is open.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the effect may be executed when the first operation button BT1 is operated. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the operation promotion effect for urging the operation of the first operation button BT1 is executed, the effect may be executed when the first operation button BT1 is operated. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the effect may be executed when the second operation button BT2 is operated. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the operation promotion effect for urging the operation of the second operation button BT2 is executed, the effect may be executed when the second operation button BT2 is operated.

In the present embodiment, the operation promotion effect is executed by the effect display device 11. The operation promotion effect includes a first operation promotion effect, a second operation promotion effect, and a third operation promotion effect.
As shown in FIG. 5A, when the first operation promotion effect is executed, the effect display device 11 has an image G1 imitating a non-operating first operation button BT1 and a first operation button BT1. The image MG1 including characters prompting the operation is displayed. The first operation promotion effect can be said to be an effect that encourages the operation of the first operation button BT1 that is not operating. As shown in FIG. 5B, when the second operation promotion effect is executed, the effect display device 11 displays an image G2 imitating the operating first operation button BT1 and an image MG1. Will be done. The second operation promotion effect can be said to be an effect that encourages the operation of the operating first operation button BT1. As shown in FIG. 5C, when the third operation promotion effect is executed, the effect display device 11 has an image G3 imitating the second operation button BT2 and a character prompting the operation of the second operation button BT2. The image MG2 including the above is displayed. It can be said that the third operation promotion effect is an effect that encourages the operation of the second operation button BT2.

Hereinafter, the effects related to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 and the control related to the execution of those effects will be described. In the present embodiment, the effects related to the operation of the first operation button BT1 include a button notice effect and a final button effect. Further, in the present embodiment, the effect related to the operation of the second operation button BT2 includes a jackpot button effect.

First, the button notice effect will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 (a) and 6 (b).
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the button notice effect may be executed while the effect game is being executed and before the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed. Therefore, when the reach effect is executed in the effect game, the button advance effect is executed before the reach effect. As shown in FIG. 6A, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the button advance notice effect is executed, the operation promotion effect is executed. When the first operation button BT1 is operated while the button advance notice effect is executed and the operation promotion effect is being executed, the result of the button advance notice effect is derived. As shown in FIG. 6B, when the result of the button advance notice effect is derived, the internal lower movable body 95 operates, and the effect display device 11 has an expectation degree image according to the operation of the internal lower movable body 95. KF is displayed. The results of the button notice effect include the first result in which the expectation image KF with a blue motif is displayed, the second result in which the expectation image KF with a yellow motif is displayed, and the expectation with a red motif. There is a third result in which the image KF is displayed. Then, in the present embodiment, the jackpot expectation degree differs depending on the result derived by the button notice effect. Specifically, the jackpot expectation of the second result is higher than that of the first result, and the jackpot expectation of the third result is higher than that of the second result. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, an operation promotion effect is executed when the button advance notice effect is executed. In the button advance notice effect of the present embodiment, the first operation promotion effect or the second operation promotion effect is executed as the operation promotion effect.

Here, the control related to the execution of the button notice effect will be described.
After inputting the variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 41a determines whether to execute the button advance notice effect. For example, the sub CPU 41a may determine the execution of the button advance notice effect with a probability according to the type of the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command. Further, when the execution of the button advance notice effect is determined, the sub CPU 41a determines the result to be derived by the button advance notice effect. In the present embodiment, when the jackpot fluctuation pattern is specified, a result with a high expectation of jackpot is determined with a higher probability than when the missed fluctuation pattern is designated. Further, in the present embodiment, when the variation pattern with out-of-reach is specified, the result with high expectation of big hit is determined with high probability as compared with the case where the variation pattern without out-of-reach is specified. After that, the sub CPU 41a determines which of the first operation promotion effect and the second operation promotion effect is executed as the operation promotion effect, that is, the type of the operation promotion effect. The sub CPU 41a determines the type of the operation promotion effect according to the result derived by the button advance notice effect. In the present embodiment, the second operation promotion effect is determined with a higher probability as the result of deriving the result with high expectation of big hit is derived by the button advance notice effect. That is, in the button advance notice effect, the degree of expectation that a result with a high expectation of big hit is derived when the second operation promotion effect is executed is higher than the case where the first operation promotion effect is executed. High, and as a result, the expectation of big hits increases.

When the execution of the button advance notice effect is determined, the sub CPU 41a sets the operation valid period (for example, a maximum of 3 seconds) related to the button advance notice effect before the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed. In this way, when the execution of the button advance notice effect is decided, the operation valid period related to the button advance notice effect is set before the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed. Further, when it is decided to execute the button advance notice effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the determined type of operation promotion effect is executed before the effect symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed. At this time, when executing the second operation promotion effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the operation unit actuator SA so that the first operation button BT1 operates up to the effect position P1b. However, when the first error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c, the sub CPU 41a does not operate the first operation button BT1. Further, when the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is input within the operation valid period related to the button advance notice effect, the sub CPU 41a ends the execution of the operation promotion effect so that the result of the button advance notice effect is derived. The effect display device 11 is controlled. That is, when the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is input between the execution of the operation promotion effect in the button advance notice effect and the elapse of the operation valid period related to the button advance notice effect, the sub CPU 41a has the operation promotion effect. The effect display device 11 is controlled so that the result of the button advance notice effect is derived. At this time, the operation valid period related to the button notice effect also ends. Further, when deriving the result of the button advance notice effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the third effect actuator EA3 so that the internal lower movable body 95 operates up to the effect position P4b. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the expected degree image KF is displayed. Then, when the execution of the button advance notice effect is terminated after the result of the button advance notice effect is derived, the sub CPU 41a controls the third effect actuator EA3 so that the internal lower movable body 95 operates up to the in-situ position P4a. .. However, when the fourth error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c, the sub CPU 41a does not operate the internal lower movable body 95.

If the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is not input within the operation valid period related to the button advance notice effect, the sub CPU 41a ends the execution of the operation promotion effect. If the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is not input within the operation valid period related to the button advance notice effect, the sub CPU 41a does not control to derive the result of the button advance notice effect. Further, when the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is not input within the operation valid period related to the button advance notice effect and the second operation promotion effect is executed, the sub CPU 41a executes the button advance notice effect. When terminating, the operation unit actuator SA is controlled so that the first operation button BT1 operated at the effect position P1b is operated at the original position P1a. Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the first operation button BT1 is operated while the first operation button BT1 is operating up to the effect position P1b, the first operation button BT1 is operated to the original position P1a by the operation. Will be done.

Next, the final button effect will be described with reference to FIGS. 7 (a) to 7 (c).
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the final button effect is executed at the final execution timing before the effect symbols in the remaining one row are temporarily stopped and displayed in the super reach effect. As shown in FIG. 7A, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the final button effect is executed, the operation promotion effect is executed. When the first operation button BT1 is operated while the final button effect is executed and the operation promotion effect is being executed, the result of the final button effect is derived. The results derived by the final button effect include the first final result derived in the case of a big hit and the second final result derived in the case of a loss. As shown in FIG. 7B, when the first final result is derived by the final button effect, the internal upper movable body 90 operates, and the effect display device 11 matches the operation of the internal upper movable body 90. The effect image EF1 is displayed. When the first final result is derived by the final button effect, the jackpot symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed in the effect game. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 7C, when the second final result is derived by the final button effect, the internal movable body 90 does not operate, and the effect display device 11 has an effect different from the effect image EF1. Image EF2 is displayed. When the second final result is derived by the final button effect, the missed symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed in the effect game. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, an operation promotion effect is executed when the final button effect is executed. In the final button effect of the present embodiment, the first operation promotion effect or the second operation promotion effect is executed as the operation promotion effect.

Here, the control related to the execution of the final button effect will be described.
When executing the super reach effect, the sub CPU 41a determines which of the first operation promotion effect and the second operation promotion effect is executed as the operation promotion effect in the final button effect, that is, the type of the operation promotion effect. In the present embodiment, when the jackpot fluctuation pattern is designated, the second operation promotion effect is determined with a higher probability than when the missed fluctuation pattern is designated. That is, in the final button effect, the jackpot expectation is higher when the second operation promotion effect is executed than when the first operation promotion effect is executed.

Then, at the final execution timing, the sub CPU 41a sets an operation valid period (for example, a maximum of 5 seconds) related to the final button effect. Further, at the final execution timing, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the determined type of operation promotion effect is executed. At this time, when executing the second operation promotion effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the operation unit actuator SA so that the first operation button BT1 operates up to the effect position P1b. However, when the first error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c, the sub CPU 41a does not operate the first operation button BT1. Further, when the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is input within the operation valid period related to the final button effect, the sub CPU 41a ends the execution of the operation promotion effect so that the result of the final button effect is derived. The effect display device 11 is controlled. At this time, the operation valid period related to the final button effect also ends. When deriving the first final result, the sub CPU 41a controls the second effect actuator EA2 so that the movable body 90 on the inside operates up to the effect position P3b. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the effect image EF1 is displayed. Then, when the execution of the final button effect from which the first final result is derived is terminated, the sub CPU 41a controls the second effect actuator EA2 so that the internal upper movable body 90 operates up to the in-situ position P3a. However, when the third error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c, the sub CPU 41a does not operate the movable body 90 on the inside. On the other hand, when deriving the second final result, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the effect image EF2 is displayed. Further, when deriving the result of the final button effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the big hit symbol combination or the missed symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed.

If the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is not input within the operation valid period related to the final button effect, the sub CPU 41a ends the execution of the operation promotion effect. If the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is not input within the operation valid period related to the final button effect, the sub CPU 41a does not control to derive the result of the final button effect. Further, when the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is not input within the operation valid period related to the final button effect and the second operation promotion effect is executed, the sub CPU 41a executes the final button effect. When terminating, the operation unit actuator SA is controlled so that the first operation button BT1 operated at the effect position P1b is operated at the original position P1a. Incidentally, even if the detection signal from the first operation button BT1 is not input within the operation valid period related to the final button effect, the sub CPU 41a temporarily stops and displays the jackpot symbol combination or the missed symbol combination. Controls the effect display device 11.

Next, the jackpot button effect will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 (a) to 8 (c).
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the jackpot button effect is executed during the occurrence of the jackpot game. In the present embodiment, the jackpot button effect is executed in the third round game in the jackpot game. As shown in FIG. 8A, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot button effect is executed, the third operation promotion effect is executed. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the second operation button BT2 is operated while the jackpot button effect is executed and the third operation promotion effect is executed, the result of the jackpot button effect is derived. The results derived by the jackpot button effect include a high-probability result derived when controlled to a high-probability state and a low-probability result derived when controlled to a low-probability state. As shown in FIG. 8B, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a high probability result is derived by the jackpot button effect, the upper movable body 80 operates and the effect display device 11 controls the effect display device 11 to a high probability state. The image Ga that informs the user to do so is displayed. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8C, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a low probability result is derived by the jackpot button effect, the upper movable body 80 does not operate and the effect display device 11 has a high probability state. The image Gb notifying that the control is not performed is displayed.

Here, the control related to the execution of the jackpot button effect will be described.
In the third round game in the jackpot game, the sub CPU 41a sets an operation valid period (for example, a period until the third round game is completed) related to the jackpot button effect. Further, in the third round game in the big hit game, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the third operation promotion effect is executed. Further, when the detection signal from the second operation button BT2 is input within the operation valid period related to the jackpot button effect, the sub CPU 41a ends the execution of the operation promotion effect so that the result of the jackpot button effect is derived. The effect display device 11 is controlled. At this time, the operation valid period related to the jackpot button effect also ends. Further, when deriving a high probability result, the sub CPU 41a controls the first effect actuator EA1 so that the upper movable body 80 operates up to the effect position P2b. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the image Ga is displayed. Then, when the execution of the jackpot button effect from which the high probability result is derived is terminated, the sub CPU 41a controls the first effect actuator EA1 so that the upper movable body 80 operates up to the in-situ position P2a. However, when the second error information is stored in the sub RWM 41c, the sub CPU 41a does not operate the upper movable body 80. On the other hand, when deriving a low probability result, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 11 so that the image Gb is displayed.

If the detection signal from the second operation button BT2 is not input within the operation valid period related to the jackpot button effect, the sub CPU 41a ends the execution of the third operation promotion effect. If the detection signal from the second operation button BT2 is not input within the operation valid period related to the jackpot button effect, the sub CPU 41a does not control to derive the result of the jackpot button effect.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the operation of the first operation button BT1, the upper movable body 80, the inner upper movable body 90, and the inner lower movable body 95 is controlled by the sub CPU 41a. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the sub CPU 41a controls the operation of various movable bodies of the first operation button BT1, the upper movable body 80, the inner upper movable body 90, and the inner lower movable body 95, thereby operating the movable body. The function as an operation control means for controlling is realized.

Here, the sound that can be output by the speaker Sp of the present embodiment will be described.
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the fluctuating sound is output from the speaker Sp during the execution of the special game. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp not only during the execution of the special game. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a magnetic error is detected, a magnetic detection notification sound is output from the speaker Sp. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the door member is opened, the door opening notification sound is output from the speaker Sp. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the main RWM clear processing is performed by the main CPU 40a, the initialization notification sound is output from the speaker Sp. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the restoration process is performed based on various information backed up by the main CPU 40a, the backup restoration notification sound is output from the speaker Sp. Here, as the sounds that can be output by the speaker Sp, variable sounds, background sounds, magnetic detection notification sounds, door opening notification sounds, initialization notification sounds, and backup recovery notification sounds are shown, but other sounds can also be output. It is configured in. Other sounds include, for example, a sound associated with the execution of a jackpot effect during a jackpot game.

Next, the sound output in the speaker Sp of the present embodiment will be described.
A volume value is determined for the sound effect data stored in the sub ROM 41b. The volume value is a value that is the basis of the volume that outputs a sound effect that can be specified by the sound effect data. The volume value is defined in the range of "0 to 100" in the sound effect data. Incidentally, the volume value can take a value in increments of 1 to 100, such as "1, 2, 3, ..., 99, 100".

Further, the sub ROM 41b stores the situation volume data regarding the volume according to the situation. Situation values are defined in the status volume data. The situation value is a value that is the basis of the volume that outputs the sound effect according to the situation. In the situation volume data, the situation value is defined in the range of "0 to 1". Incidentally, the situation value can take a value in increments of 0.1 from 0 to 1, such as "0, 0.1, 0.2, ..., 0.9, 1.0". For example, the status volume data includes the status volume data in the standby state and the status volume data when the special game is being executed. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, "0.5" is set as the status value in the status volume data in the standby state, and "1." is set as the status value in the status volume data when the special game is being executed. 0 "is defined.

Further, the sub RWM 41c stores the adjusted volume data that can be adjusted by operating the upper button UB or the lower button DB. Adjustment values are defined for the adjustment volume data. The adjustment value can be adjusted by operating the upper button UB or the lower button DB. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the adjustment value can be adjusted in the range of "0.1 to 1". Incidentally, the adjustment value can take a value in increments of 0.1 from 0.1 to 1, such as "0.1, 0.2, ..., 0.9, 1.0". In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, by operating the upper button UB or the lower button DB, the adjusted volume data stored in the sub RWM 41c can be changed, and at least one of the sounds output from the speaker Sp can be changed. You can adjust the volume of some sounds. In the present embodiment, the upper button UB and the lower button DB correspond to operable adjustment operation means. The present embodiment is configured to be able to adjust the volume of at least a part of the sounds that can be output from the sound output means by operating the adjustment operation means. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the volume adjustment is performed by operating the upper button UB or the lower button DB, the volume adjustment sound that can identify that the volume adjustment has been performed is output from the speaker Sp. You may. The volume adjustment sound may have different sounds (for example, scales) depending on the adjusted volume.

Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, in principle, when the sound is output, the sound effect that can be specified from the sound effect data is output from the speaker Sp at the volume obtained by multiplying the volume value, the situation value, and the adjustment value. To. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if at least one of the volume value, the situation value, and the adjustment value is "0 (zero)", the sound effect that can be specified from the sound effect data is not output from the speaker Sp. In the present specification, the situation where the volume is "0" and the sound is not output from the speaker Sp does not correspond to the situation where the volume is the minimum volume, but simply corresponds to the situation where the sound is not output. The situation where no sound is output corresponds to the situation where no sound is output and the sound is not output. On the contrary, the situation where the sound is output can be said to be the sound output state where the sound is output. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the sound output state of the speaker Sp includes a non-sound output state in which no sound is output and a sound output state in which sound is output. That is, in the present embodiment, the sound output state in the sound output means includes a non-sound output state in which no sound is output and a sound output state in which sound is output.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, sound may be output regardless of the situation value and the adjustment value. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the initialization notification sound is output from the speaker Sp regardless of the situation value and the adjustment value. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when outputting the initialization notification sound, the situation value is adjusted to "1", which is the maximum value that can be taken as the situation value even if the actual situation value is less than 1. At the same time, even if the actual adjustment value is less than 1, the situation value is adjusted to "1", which is the maximum value that can be taken as the adjustment value. Then, the initialization notification sound is output at the maximum volume at which the initialization notification sound can be output without lowering the volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the initialization notification sound. Incidentally, in the sound effect data related to the initialization notification sound, the maximum value that the volume value can take is defined as the volume value. As described above, the initialization notification sound is the maximum volume when the initialization notification sound is output regardless of the adjustment value even if the adjustment value is changed by operating the upper button UB or the lower button DB. It is output with. That is, the volume at which the initialization notification sound is output cannot be adjusted even if the upper button UB or the lower button DB is operated.

For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the backup return notification sound is output from the speaker Sp regardless of the situation value and the adjustment value. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when outputting the backup return notification sound, the situation value is adjusted to "1", which is the maximum value that can be taken as the situation value even if the actual situation value is less than 1. At the same time, even if the actual adjustment value is less than 1, the situation value is adjusted to "1", which is the maximum value that can be taken as the adjustment value. Then, the backup return notification sound is output at the maximum volume at which the backup return notification sound can be output without lowering the volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the backup return notification sound. Incidentally, in the sound effect data related to the backup return notification sound, the maximum value that the volume value can take is defined as the volume value. As described above, the backup return notification sound is the maximum volume when the backup return notification sound is output regardless of the adjustment value even if the adjustment value is changed by operating the up button UB or the down button DB. It is output with. That is, the volume at which the backup return notification sound is output cannot be adjusted even if the upper button UB or the lower button DB is operated.

Further, for example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the magnetic detection notification sound is output from the speaker Sp regardless of the situation value and the adjustment value. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when outputting the magnetic detection notification sound, the situation value is adjusted to "1", which is the maximum value that can be taken as the situation value even if the actual situation value is less than 1. At the same time, even if the actual adjustment value is less than 1, the situation value is adjusted to "1", which is the maximum value that can be taken as the adjustment value. Then, the magnetic detection notification sound is output at the maximum volume at which the magnetic detection notification sound can be output without lowering the volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the magnetic detection notification sound. Incidentally, in the sound effect data related to the magnetic detection notification sound, the maximum value that the volume value can take is defined as the volume value. As described above, the magnetic detection notification sound is the maximum volume when the magnetic detection notification sound is output regardless of the adjustment value even if the adjustment value is changed by operating the upper button UB or the lower button DB. It is output with. That is, the volume at which the magnetic detection notification sound is output cannot be adjusted even if the upper button UB or the lower button DB is operated.

Further, for example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the door opening notification sound is output from the speaker Sp regardless of the situation value and the adjustment value. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when outputting the door opening notification sound, the situation value is adjusted to "1", which is the maximum value that can be taken as the situation value even if the actual situation value is less than 1. At the same time, even if the actual adjustment value is less than 1, the situation value is adjusted to "1", which is the maximum value that can be taken as the adjustment value. Then, the door opening notification sound is output at the maximum volume at which the door opening notification sound can be output without lowering from the volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the door opening notification sound. Incidentally, in the sound effect data related to the door opening notification sound, the maximum value that the volume value can take is defined as the volume value. As described above, the door opening notification sound is the maximum volume when the door opening notification sound is output regardless of the adjustment value even if the adjustment value is changed by operating the upper button UB or the lower button DB. It is output with. That is, the volume at which the door opening notification sound is output cannot be adjusted even if the upper button UB or the lower button DB is operated.

As described above, the initialization notification sound, the backup return notification sound, the magnetic detection notification sound, and the door opening notification sound are output from the speaker Sp regardless of the situation value and the adjustment value. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the volume of the initialization notification sound, the backup return notification sound, the magnetic detection notification sound, and the door opening notification sound cannot be adjusted by operating the buttons UB and DB. That is, in the present embodiment, the volume of the specific sound cannot be adjusted even if the adjusting operation means is operated. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the initialization notification sound, the backup return notification sound, the magnetic detection notification sound, and the door opening notification sound are output, even if the actual situation value is less than 1, it is a value that can be taken as a situation value. The situation value is adjusted to "1" which is the maximum value, and the situation value is adjusted to "1" which is the maximum value that can be taken as the adjustment value even if the actual adjustment value is less than 1. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the initialization notification sound, the backup return notification sound, the magnetic detection notification sound, and the door opening notification sound are output from the speaker Sp at the maximum volume. That is, in the present embodiment, the specific sound is output from the sound output means at the maximum volume. Further, in the present embodiment, the specific error sound can be output at the maximum volume.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the power supply is started, the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed after the output of the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is completed. In principle, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that no sound is output from the speaker Sp while the initial operation of various movable bodies is being performed.

As shown in FIG. 9A, for example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the magnetic sensor is from the start time T1 of the initial operation of various movable bodies to the predetermined time point T2 in the middle of the period in which the movable body is initially operated. Even if JS detects magnetism, the magnetic detection notification sound is not output from the speaker Sp. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the magnetic sensor JS detects magnetism, it is magnetic from the start time T1 of the initial operation of the movable body to the time T2 when the initial operation of the movable body provided on the front frame Y3 ends. The detection notification sound is not output from the speaker Sp. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the magnetic sensor JS detects magnetism at the time point T12 in the middle from the start time point T1 to the time point T2 of the initial operation of the movable body, the magnetic detection notification sound is not output from the speaker Sp. However, after the time point T2 when the initial operation of the movable body ends, when the magnetic sensor JS detects magnetism, the magnetic detection notification sound is output at the maximum volume as described above. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the magnetic sensor JS detects magnetism at the time point T3 during the initial operation of the internal lower movable body 95, a magnetic detection notification sound is output at the maximum volume. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the magnetic sensor JS detects magnetism at the time point T4 after the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed, the magnetic detection notification sound is output at the maximum volume.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the magnetic detection notification sound is produced at least from the start time of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the time when the initial operation of the movable body provided in the front frame Y3 ends. , No output from speaker Sp. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the initialization notification sound and the backup return notification sound are output before the initial operation of the movable body is started, so that the power supply is started. No output is output from the speaker Sp even when the initial operation of the movable body provided on the front frame Y3 ends from the start time of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the above.

In the present embodiment, the initialization notification sound, the backup notification sound, and the magnetic detection notification sound correspond to the special sound. That is, in the present embodiment, the special sound includes a sound that is output with the start of power supply. As described above, in the present embodiment, the sound that can be output by the sound output means includes a special sound. Further, in the present embodiment, the volume of the special sound cannot be adjusted even if the adjusting operation means is operated. Further, in the present embodiment, the special sound is output from the sound output means at the maximum volume. Further, in the present embodiment, the specific volume is the maximum volume for outputting the special sound. That is, in the present embodiment, the sound that can be output by the sound output means includes a special sound that is output from the sound output means at a specific volume. Further, in the present embodiment, the time point at which the initial operation of the movable body provided in the front frame Y3 ends corresponds to a predetermined time point in the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated. Further, in the present embodiment, no special sound is output from the sound output means at least from the start time of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to a predetermined time in the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated. ..

Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 9B, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the door member is opened during the period during which the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed, the door opening notification sound is output. At this time, the door opening notification sound is output at the maximum volume as described above. For example, when the door opening sensor KS detects the opening of the door member at the time point T3 in the middle of the period from the start time point T1 of the initial operation of various movable bodies to the predetermined time point T2 in the middle of the period in which the movable body is initially operated. , The door opening notification sound is output at the maximum volume. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the door opening sensor KS detects the opening of the door member at the time point T4 during the initial operation of the internal lower movable body 95 after the time point T2, the door is opened at the maximum volume. A notification sound is output. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the door opening sensor KS detects the opening of the door member at the time point T5 after the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed, the door opening notification sound is output at the maximum volume.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected by the touch sensor TS within the period in which the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed, the background sound is output. However, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if the operation of the firing handle HD is detected within the period in which the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed, the background sound is output at the minimum volume. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected within the period in which the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed, the actual situation value is 0. Even if the value is higher than 1, the situation value is adjusted to "0.1", which is the minimum value other than 0 that can be taken as the situation value. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected within the period during which the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed, the actual adjustment value is 0.1 or more when outputting the background sound. Even if it is a high value, the situation value is adjusted to "0.1", which is the minimum value that can be taken as an adjustment value.

For example, as shown in FIG. 9 (c), in the pachinko gaming machine 10, in the middle of the period from the start time T1 of the initial operation of various movable bodies to the predetermined time point T2 in the middle of the period in which the movable body is in the initial operation. When the operation of the firing handle HD is detected by the touch sensor TS at the time point T3, the background sound is output at the minimum volume. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected at the time point T4 in the middle of the initial operation of the internal lower movable body 95 after the time point T2, the background sound is output at the minimum volume. To. However, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected after the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed (for example, at time point T5), the volume (for example) based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value ( In FIG. 9 (c), the background sound is output as shown by the adjusted volume). At this time, both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1" or more, and at least one of the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value is more than "0.1". If it is high, the background sound is output at a volume higher than the minimum volume.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9D, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the operation of the firing handle HD is detected by the touch sensor TS within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, and the background sound is at the minimum volume. It is assumed that it is output. After that, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed while the background sound is output at the minimum volume, the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value (FIG. 9 (d)). Then, the background sound is output at (indicated as adjusted volume). At this time, both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1" or more, and at least one of the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value is more than "0.1". If it is high, the background sound is output at a volume higher than the minimum volume.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the execution of the special game is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial movements of various movable bodies are performed, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are heard. Is output. However, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the execution of the special game is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial movements of various movable bodies are performed (for example, at the time point T4). , The background sound and the fluctuating sound are output at the minimum volume. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the execution of the special game is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial movements of various movable bodies are performed, the background sound is emitted. In outputting, the situation value is adjusted to "0.1", which is the minimum value other than 0 that can be taken as the situation value even if the actual situation value is higher than 0.1. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 outputs a background sound when the execution of the special game is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial movements of various movable bodies are performed. At the same time, even if the actual adjustment value is higher than 0.1, the situation value is adjusted to "0.1", which is the minimum value that can be taken as the adjustment value. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the execution of the special game is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial movements of various movable bodies are performed (for example, at the time point T4). In this case, when outputting the fluctuating sound, the situation value is adjusted to "0.1", which is the minimum value other than 0 that can be taken as the situation value even if the actual situation value is higher than 0.1. To. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 outputs a fluctuating sound when the execution of the special game is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial movements of various movable bodies are being performed. At the same time, even if the actual adjustment value is higher than 0.1, the situation value is adjusted to "0.1", which is the minimum value that can be taken as the adjustment value.

For example, as shown in FIG. 9 (c), in the pachinko gaming machine 10, in the middle of the period from the start time T1 of the initial operation of various movable bodies to the predetermined time point T2 in the middle of the period in which the movable body is in the initial operation. When the execution of the special game is started at the time point T3 when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are output at the minimum volume. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the execution of the special game is started at the time point T4 in the middle of the initial operation of the internal lower movable body 95 after the time point T2 when the ball enters the start ports 12 and 13. In this case, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are output at the minimum volume. However, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the execution of the special game is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 after the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed (for example, at the time point T5), the actual game is actually executed. The background sound and the fluctuating sound are output at the volume based on the situation value and the actual adjustment value. At this time, both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1" or more, and at least one of the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value is more than "0.1". When it is high, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are output at a volume higher than the minimum volume.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9D, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is specially triggered by entering the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed (for example, at the time point T4). It is assumed that the execution of the game is started and the background sound is output at the minimum volume. After that, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed while the background sound is output at the minimum volume, the background sound is output at the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value. To. At this time, both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1" or more, and at least one of the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value is more than "0.1". If it is high, the background sound is output at a volume higher than the minimum volume. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the execution of the special game is started when the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is being performed, and the fluctuating sound is output at the minimum volume. Suppose. After that, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed while the fluctuating sound is output at the minimum volume, the fluctuating sound is output at the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value. To. At this time, both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1" or more, and at least one of the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value is more than "0.1". If it is high, the fluctuating sound is output at a volume higher than the minimum volume.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the operation of the firing handle HD is detected by the touch sensor TS within the period in which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, and the gaming ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13. When any of the events of the ball occurs, the sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume. In the present embodiment, at least one of the background sound and the fluctuating sound corresponds to a predetermined sound output when the output condition is satisfied. That is, the predetermined sound includes a background sound. Further, the predetermined sound includes a fluctuating sound. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a predetermined sound is output when it is detected by the touch sensor TS that the firing handle HD has been operated during the period in which the movable body is initially operating. That is, in the present embodiment, a predetermined sound is output when it is detected that the firing handle is operated by the operation detecting means within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply. To. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a predetermined sound is output when the gaming ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the movable body is initially operated. That is, in the present embodiment, a predetermined sound is output when the game ball enters the starting port within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of the power supply. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the volume of the background sound and the fluctuating sound can be adjusted by operating the buttons UB and DB in principle. That is, in the present embodiment, the sound whose volume can be adjusted by operating the adjustment operation means can be output when the output condition is satisfied even when the initial operation of the movable body is performed. There is a certain sound.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the operation of the firing handle HD is detected by the touch sensor TS during the period in which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, and the gaming ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13. When any of these events occurs, at least one of the background sound and the fluctuating sound is output. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the operation of the firing handle HD is detected by the touch sensor TS during the period in which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, and the gaming ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13. If none of these events occur, neither the background sound nor the fluctuating sound is output. That is, in the present embodiment, during the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply, a predetermined sound is output when the output condition is satisfied, while a predetermined sound is output when the output condition is not satisfied. Is not output. As described above, in the present embodiment, a predetermined sound may be output when the output condition is satisfied within the period during which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply. That is, in the present embodiment, a predetermined sound may be output within the period during which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply. Then, in the present embodiment, when a predetermined sound is output within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply, the predetermined sound can be output at the minimum volume. That is, in the present embodiment, when a predetermined sound is output within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply, the predetermined sound can be output at the minimum volume.

In the present embodiment, the output condition includes an output condition that is satisfied when it is detected that the firing handle is operated by the operation detecting means. Further, in the present embodiment, the output condition includes an output condition that is satisfied when the game ball enters the starting port. That is, in the present embodiment, the output conditions include the first output condition that is established when the operation of the firing handle is detected by the operation detecting means, and the entry of the game ball into the starting port. The second output condition that satisfies the above is included. As described above, in the present embodiment, the launch handle is operated by the operation detecting means and the game ball enters the starting port within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of the power supply. A predetermined sound is output based on at least one of them.

Further, as described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed when the background sound is output at the minimum volume, the volume is based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value. The background sound is output. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed when the fluctuating sound is output at the minimum volume, the fluctuating sound is output at the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value. Will be done. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when at least one of the background sound and the fluctuating sound is output from the time when the initial movement of the movable body is performed to the end of the initial movement, the initial movement of the movable body is performed. After the operation is completed, at least one of the background sound and the fluctuating sound can be output at a volume higher than the minimum volume. That is, in the present embodiment, when the predetermined sound is output from the time when the initial operation of the movable body is performed to the end of the initial operation, the predetermined sound is the minimum after the initial operation of the movable body is completed. It is possible to output at a volume higher than the volume.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is detected by the door opening sensor KS that the door member is opened during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the door opening notification sound is output from the speaker Sp. The door. As described above, in the present embodiment, a specific error sound is output when a specific error is detected within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply. That is, in the present embodiment, a specific error sound is output when a specific error is detected within the period during which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply, and a predetermined error is output when the output condition is satisfied. Sound may be output. In the present embodiment, the sounds that can be output by the sound output means include a predetermined sound and a specific error sound related to a specific error. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is detected by the door opening sensor KS that the door member is opened within the period in which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the door is doord at the maximum volume larger than the minimum volume from the speaker Sp. An open notification sound is output. That is, in the present embodiment, when a specific error sound is output within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply, the specific error sound can be output at a volume higher than the minimum volume. Is.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is detected that the door member is opened by the door opening sensor KS within the period in which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, and the firing handle HD is operated by the touch sensor TS. When either of the detected events and the game ball entering the starting ports 12 and 13 occurs, a sound is output from the speaker Sp. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is detected that the door member is opened by the door opening sensor KS and the operation of the firing handle HD is detected by the touch sensor TS within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed. No sound is output from the speaker Sp unless any of the above and the fact that the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 occurs. As described above, in the present embodiment, the sound output state in the sound output means is the non-sound output state when the predetermined condition is not satisfied within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply. On the other hand, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, the sound output state in the sound output means becomes the sound output state. Then, in the present embodiment, the predetermined condition includes a predetermined condition that is satisfied when the door member is detected to be opened by the opening detecting means. Further, in the present embodiment, the predetermined condition includes a predetermined condition that is satisfied when it is detected that the firing handle is operated by the operation detecting means. Further, in the present embodiment, the predetermined condition includes a predetermined condition that is established when the game ball enters the starting port.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, when the door member is opened, a door opening notification sound having a content that can specify that the door member is opened is emitted from the speaker Sp. Is output from. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the door opening notification sound output from the speaker Sp when it is detected by the door opening sensor KS that the door member has been opened within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed is , It is a content that can identify that the door member is open. That is, in the present embodiment, when it is detected by the opening detecting means that the door member is opened within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of the power supply, the sound output means outputs the specified specification. The error sound is a content that can identify that the door member is open. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a background sound is output when the firing handle HD is operated or when the gaming ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed. Will be done. The background sound is a content that cannot be specified that the firing handle HD has been operated, and is a content that cannot be specified that the game ball has entered the starting ports 12 and 13. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the sound output from the speaker Sp for which the output condition is satisfied triggered by the operation of the launch handle during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed is operated by the launch handle HD. It is a content that cannot be specified. That is, in the present embodiment, the output condition is satisfied and the predetermined sound output from the sound output means is triggered by the operation of the firing handle within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply. Is the content that cannot be specified that the launch handle was operated. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the sound output from the speaker Sp for which the output condition is satisfied when the gaming ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed. Is the content that it is not possible to specify that the game ball has entered the starting ports 12 and 13. That is, in the present embodiment, the output condition is satisfied and the sound is output from the sound output means when the game ball enters the start port within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply. The predetermined sound is a content that cannot be specified that the game ball has entered the starting port.

Here, the control related to the volume adjustment by operating the buttons UB and DB will be described.
When the detection signal from the upper button UB is input during the period when the volume can be adjusted by operating the buttons UB and DB, the sub CPU 41a sets 0.1 to the adjustment value stored in the sub RWM 41c. Add and update the adjustment value. However, when the adjustment value before addition reaches 1.0, the sub CPU 41a does not update the adjustment value. Further, when the detection signal from the lower button DB is input during the period in which the volume can be adjusted by operating the buttons UB and DB, the sub CPU 41a has 0. Subtract 1 to update the adjustment value. However, when the adjustment value before subtraction reaches 0, the sub CPU 41a does not update the adjustment value. In the present embodiment, the "period during which the volume can be adjusted by operating the buttons UB and DB" includes, for example, a standby state, a special game being executed, and a jackpot game. There are times when. In addition, in the present embodiment, for example, the initial operation of various movable bodies may be performed in the "period during which the volume can be adjusted by operating the buttons UB and DB".

Next, the control related to the sound output will be described together with the volume at which the sound is output from the speaker Sp.
When outputting the initialization notification sound in the initialization recovery processing, the sub CPU 41a has the volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the initialization notification sound, "1" which is the maximum value of the situation value, and the maximum adjustment value. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the initialization notification sound is output at the volume obtained by multiplying the value "1" by. Further, when the backup recovery notification sound is output in the backup recovery processing, the sub CPU 41a has the volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the backup recovery notification sound, "1" which is the maximum value of the situation value, and the adjustment value. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the backup return notification sound is output at the volume obtained by multiplying the maximum value "1" by.

Further, when the magnetic detection command is input and the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 and the upper movable body 80 is completed, the sub CPU 41a outputs the magnetic detection notification sound in the magnetic detection effect processing. The speaker Sp is controlled so as to be used. At this time, the sub CPU 41a multiplies the volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the magnetic detection notification sound, the maximum value of the situation value "1", and the maximum value of the adjustment value "1". The speaker Sp is controlled so that the magnetic detection notification sound is output at a loud volume. On the other hand, even when the magnetic detection command is input, the sub CPU 41a does not execute the magnetic detection effect process when the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 or the upper movable body 80 is performed. That is, even when the magnetic detection command is input, the sub CPU 41a does not output the magnetic detection notification sound when the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 or the upper movable body 80 is performed. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the execution of the magnetic detection effect processing is restricted within the period during which the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 or the upper movable body 80 is performed. Incidentally, during the period during which the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output, the sub CPU 41a does not output the magnetic detection notification sound even if the magnetic detection command is input.

When the door opening notification sound is output when the opening detection command is input, the sub CPU 41a sets the volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the door opening notification sound to "1", which is the maximum value of the situation value. , The speaker Sp is controlled so that the magnetic detection notification sound is output at a volume obtained by multiplying "1", which is the maximum value of the adjustment value, and the volume. Incidentally, during the period during which the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output, the sub CPU 41a does not output the door opening notification sound even if the opening detection command is input.

Further, when outputting the background sound, the sub CPU 41a is a speaker so that the variable sound is output at a volume obtained by multiplying the volume value, the situation value, and the adjustment value defined in the sound effect data related to the background sound. Control Sp. However, even when the background sound is output, the sub CPU 41a has the volume value and the situation value defined in the sound effect data related to the background sound as long as the initial operation of the movable body is performed. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the background sound is output at a volume obtained by multiplying "0.1", which is the minimum value other than 0, and "0.1", which is the minimum value of the adjustment value.

Further, when outputting the fluctuating sound, the sub CPU 41a outputs the fluctuating sound at a volume obtained by multiplying the volume value, the situation value, and the adjustment value defined in the sound effect data related to the fluctuating sound to be output. Controls the speaker Sp. However, even when the fluctuating sound is output, the sub CPU 41a has the volume value and the situation defined in the sound effect data related to the fluctuating sound to be output as long as the initial operation of the movable body is performed. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the variable sound is output at a volume obtained by multiplying "0.1", which is the minimum value other than 0, and "0.1", which is the minimum value of the adjustment value.

Incidentally, during the period during which the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output, the sub CPU 41a does not output the background sound even if the steering wheel operation detection command is input. Further, during the period during which the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output, the sub CPU 41a does not output the background sound even if the variation pattern designation command is input. Similarly, during the period during which the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output, the sub CPU 41a does not output the fluctuation sound even if the variation pattern designation command is input. That is, when the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output from the speaker Sp, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are not output from the speaker Sp.

Here, based on FIGS. 10 (a) and 10 (b), when the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed with the start of power supply, and the output mode of the background sound will be described.
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the initial command is input to the sub CPU 41a after the power supply is started, the initialization notification sound is output from the speaker Sp at the maximum volume. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a return command is input to the sub CPU 41a after the power supply is started, the backup return notification sound is output from the speaker Sp at the maximum volume. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the output of the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound ends at the time point T12, the initial operation of the movable body is started.

As shown in FIG. 10A, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected at the time point T13 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the background sound is the minimum volume of the speaker. It is output from Sp. At this time, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume regardless of the situation value and the adjustment value. After that, it is assumed that the game ball launched by the operation of the launch handle HD at the time point T13 enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T14 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed. In this case, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the execution of the special game is started when the gaming ball enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T14, the fluctuating sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume. Further, during the execution of the special game whose execution is started when the ball enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T14, if the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed at the time point T15, the background sound is continuously output. The volume at which the background sound is output is the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value (in FIG. 10A, it is indicated as the adjustment volume). Similarly, during the execution of the special game whose execution is started when the ball enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T14, when the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed at the time point T15, a fluctuating sound is output. The volume is based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value. If both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1", there is no change in the volume at the time point T15, but in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the situation volume data when the special game is being executed. Since "1.0" is set as the situation value, the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value at the time point T15 is louder than the minimum volume.

As shown in FIG. 10B, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected at the time point T11 when the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output, the background is from the speaker Sp. No sound is output, and the output initialization notification sound or backup recovery notification sound is continuously output. Then, when the operation of the firing handle HD is not detected before the output of the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound ends at the time point T12, even if the initial operation of the movable body is started at the time point T12, the initial operation of the movable body is started. No background sound is output from the speaker Sp.

Further, it is assumed that the game ball launched by the operation of the launch handle HD at the time point T11 enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T13 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed. In this case, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the execution of the special game is started when the gaming ball enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T13, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are emitted from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume. It is output. In FIG. 10B, it is assumed that the game ball has entered the first starting port 12 at the time point T13, but if it is within the period during which the initial movement of the movable body is performed, for example, at the time point T14. There may be. Then, for example, when the game ball enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T14, the game ball enters the first starting port 12 as in the case where the game ball enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T13. When the execution of the special game is started with the entry of the ball, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume.

Further, during the execution of the special game whose execution is started when the ball enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T13, if the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed at the time point T15, the background sound is continuously output. The volume at which the background sound is output is the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value (in FIG. 10B, it is indicated as the adjustment volume). Similarly, during the execution of the special game whose execution is started when the ball enters the first starting port 12 at the time point T13, when the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed at the time point T15, a fluctuating sound is output. The volume is based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value. If both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1", there is no change in the volume at the time point T15, but in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the situation volume data when the special game is being executed. Since "1.0" is set as the situation value, the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value at the time point T15 is louder than the minimum volume.

As described above, in the pachinko game machine 10, the game ball is fired by operating the firing handle HD while the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output, and the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is generated. The operation of the firing handle HD is completed by the time the sound output is completed, and the game ball fired when the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output performs the initial operation of the movable body thereafter. If the ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 while the ball is in operation, the background sound is output when the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 without triggering the operation of the firing handle. That is, in the present embodiment, the game ball is fired when the firing handle is operated while the specific sound is being output, and the operation of the firing handle is completed before the output of the specific sound is completed. If the game ball fired while the specific sound is being output while the initial operation of the movable body is being performed after the sound output is completed, the first output condition is satisfied. The second output condition is satisfied and a predetermined sound is output from the sound output means.

Hereinafter, the effects of this embodiment will be described.
(1-1) During the period in which the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, if the predetermined conditions are not satisfied, such as when the operation of the firing handle HD is not detected, the noise output state is obtained. For example, even when an abnormal noise is generated due to the movement of the movable body, it becomes easy to hear the abnormal noise, and it becomes easy to detect an abnormality of the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body. Further, even during the initial operation period of the movable body, the sound is output if the predetermined condition is satisfied, such as the operation of the firing handle HD being detected, so that the speaker Sp is operating normally. You can confirm that. For example, if no sound is output from the speaker Sp even though the predetermined condition is satisfied, it is possible to suspect that there is an abnormality in the speaker Sp.

Further, the initial operation of the movable body of the first classification in which the first operation button BT1 is classified is performed before the initial operation of the movable body of the second classification. In this way, by giving priority to the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 that can be operated by the player, the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 can be terminated at an early stage, and the first operation button BT1 can be pressed. It is possible to prevent the player who intends to operate from being surprised by the first operation button BT1 which is initially operated. Further, by terminating the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 at an early stage, it becomes possible to enjoy the effect using the first operation button BT1 that can be operated by the player at an early stage. As a result, for example, the first operation button BT1 is used because the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 is not completed even though the effect using the first operation button BT1 is executed. It is possible to suppress the inability to enjoy the production.

(1-2) During the period in which the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, the background sound is output when the output conditions are satisfied, such as when the operation of the launch handle HD is detected. In some cases, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume. In this way, even if the output condition is satisfied, the background sound is output at the minimum volume. Therefore, for example, even if an abnormal sound is generated due to the movement of the movable body, the abnormal sound can be easily heard. It becomes easier to detect abnormalities in moving objects. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

Further, the initial operation of the movable body of the first classification in which the first operation button BT1 is classified is performed before the initial operation of the movable body of the second classification. In this way, by giving priority to the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 that can be operated by the player, the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 can be terminated at an early stage, and the first operation button BT1 can be pressed. It is possible to prevent the player who intends to operate from being surprised by the first operation button BT1 which is initially operated. Further, by terminating the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 at an early stage, it becomes possible to enjoy the effect using the first operation button BT1 that can be operated by the player at an early stage. As a result, for example, the first operation button BT1 is used because the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 is not completed even though the effect using the first operation button BT1 is executed. It is possible to suppress the inability to enjoy the production.

(1-3) The movable body provided on the front frame Y3 that the player can touch is classified into the first category, and the movable body provided on the game board YB that the player cannot touch is classified into the second category. Classified into classification. As a result, the initial operation of the movable body provided on the front frame Y3 that the player can touch is performed before the initial operation of the movable body provided on the game board that the player cannot touch. Therefore, for example, it is possible to prevent the initial movement of the movable body from being normally performed when the player touches the movable body that is initially moving.

(1-4) The situation in which the launch handle HD is operated can be assumed to be a situation in which the player is trying to launch a game ball or a situation in which the game ball is being launched. In such a situation, if the sound output by the speaker Sp is limited, there is a possibility that the speaker Sp may be out of order. However, by making the background sound output when the firing handle HD is operated, it is possible to suppress the suspicion of failure of the speaker Sp. Further, even if the player is not a player, if the firing handle HD is operated, it becomes possible to confirm that the speaker Sp is operating normally. That is, since the sound can be output at the timing of the person who confirms the failure or the like, the degree of freedom of the confirmation work can be increased.

(1-5) It is assumed that the door member is opened by the manager who manages the gaming machine, and it is assumed that the manager confirms the failure of various members in the gaming machine. Then, when the door member is opened, the door opening notification sound is output. Thereby, if the door member is opened, it can be confirmed that the speaker Sp is operating normally. That is, since the sound can be output at the timing of the person who confirms the failure or the like, the degree of freedom of the confirmation work can be increased.

(1-6) The initialization notification sound is not output at least from the start time of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is in the initial operation. Therefore, for example, from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated, for example, an abnormal noise is generated due to the operation of the movable body. Even if it is present, it is possible to prevent the abnormal noise from becoming difficult to hear due to the output of the initialization notification sound. In other words, by not outputting the initialization notification sound, it becomes easier to hear the abnormal noise, and it becomes easier to detect the abnormality of the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

Further, the backup return notification sound is not output at least from the start time of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is in the initial operation. Therefore, for example, from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated, for example, an abnormal noise is generated due to the operation of the movable body. Even if it is present, it is possible to prevent the abnormal noise from becoming difficult to hear due to the output of the backup return notification sound. In other words, by not outputting the backup return notification sound, it becomes easier to hear the abnormal noise, and it becomes easier to detect the abnormality of the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

(1-7) Initialization of the output from the speaker Sp at the maximum volume from at least the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is in the initial operation. No notification sound is output. Therefore, for example, from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated, for example, an abnormal noise is generated due to the operation of the movable body. Even if this is the case, it is possible to prevent the abnormal sound from becoming difficult to hear due to the output of the initialization notification sound that is output at the maximum volume. In other words, by not outputting the initialization notification sound that is output at the maximum volume, it becomes easier to hear the abnormal noise, and it becomes easier to detect the abnormality of the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

In addition, at least from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operating, the backup return notification sound output from the speaker Sp at the maximum volume is emitted. Not output. Therefore, for example, from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated, for example, an abnormal noise is generated due to the operation of the movable body. Even if this is the case, it is possible to prevent the abnormal noise from becoming difficult to hear due to the output of the backup return notification sound that is output at the maximum volume. In other words, by not outputting the backup return notification sound that is output at the maximum volume, it becomes easier to hear the abnormal noise and it becomes easier to detect the abnormality of the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

(1-8) Adjust the volume even if the buttons UB and DB are operated, at least from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operating. The impossible initialization notification sound is not output from the speaker Sp. Therefore, for example, from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated, for example, an abnormal noise is generated due to the operation of the movable body. Even if the noise is present, it is possible to prevent the abnormal noise from becoming difficult to hear due to the output of the initialization notification sound whose volume cannot be adjusted. In other words, by not outputting the initialization notification sound whose volume cannot be adjusted, it becomes easier to hear the abnormal noise, and it becomes easier to detect the abnormality of the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

In addition, at least from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period in which the movable body is in the initial operation, the volume cannot be adjusted even if the buttons UB and DB are operated. The return notification sound is not output from the speaker Sp. Therefore, for example, from the start of the initial operation of the movable body accompanying the start of power supply to the middle of the period during which the movable body is initially operated, for example, an abnormal noise is generated due to the operation of the movable body. Even if the noise is present, it is possible to prevent the abnormal noise from becoming difficult to hear due to the output of the backup return notification sound whose volume cannot be adjusted. In other words, by not outputting the backup return notification sound whose volume cannot be adjusted, it becomes easier to hear abnormal noise and it becomes easier to detect an abnormality in the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

(1-9) Initialization that can be output with the start of power supply After the output of the notification sound is completed, the initial operation of the movable body is performed, so that the abnormal noise that may occur when the movable body operates is initial. It is possible to suppress the difficulty in hearing due to the output of the notification sound. That is, it is possible to easily detect an abnormality in the movable body while outputting an initialization notification sound.

In addition, since the initial operation of the movable body is performed after the output of the backup return notification sound that can be output is completed with the start of power supply, the abnormal noise that may occur when the movable body operates is the backup return notification sound. It is possible to suppress the difficulty of hearing due to the output of. That is, it is possible to easily detect an abnormality in the movable body while outputting a backup return notification sound.

(1-10) When the main RWM clear process is performed and the game is returned to a state where it is possible to play a game, an initialization notification sound is output from the speaker Sp with the start of power supply. That is, it is possible to notify that the backed up information has been initialized by the output of the initialization notification sound. As described above, whether or not the backed up information has been initialized is an important matter when starting the game, so it is necessary to make it known. However, if the initialization notification sound is output during the period when the movable body is performing the initial operation, even if the initialization notification sound can be heard, it becomes difficult to hear the abnormal noise that may occur due to the movement of the movable body. It ends up. Therefore, while notifying that the backed up information has been initialized by outputting the initialization notification sound, the initialization notification sound is not output during the period when the movable body is performing the initial operation, so that the backup is performed. It is possible to easily hear the abnormal noise that may occur due to the movement of the movable body and to easily detect the abnormality of the movable body while grasping that the information has been initialized.

(1-11) During the period in which the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, the background sound is output when the output conditions are satisfied, such as when the operation of the launch handle HD is detected. In some cases, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume. Then, when the background sound is output from the time when the initial operation of the movable body is performed to the end of the initial operation, the background sound is louder than the minimum volume after the initial operation of the movable body is completed. It can be output with. In this way, when the initial movement of the movable body is completed, the background sound is output at a volume higher than the minimum volume. Therefore, when the initial movement of the movable body is completed, the background sound can be enjoyed and the interest can be improved. can.

(1-12) In the situation where the launch handle HD is operated, it can be assumed that the player is trying to launch the game ball or is launching the game ball. In such a situation, if the sound output by the speaker Sp is limited, there is a possibility that the speaker Sp may be out of order. However, it is suspected that the speaker Sp is out of order by configuring the background sound to be output when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected even during the initial operation period of the movable body. Can be suppressed. Similarly, in the situation where the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13, it can be assumed that the player has already launched the game ball. In such a situation, if the sound output by the speaker Sp is limited, there is a possibility that the speaker Sp may be out of order. However, it is suspected that the speaker Sp is out of order by configuring the background sound to be output when the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 even during the initial operation period of the movable body. It is possible to suppress the damage.

For example, even during the initial operation period of the movable body, the background sound is not output when the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13, and the operation of the firing handle HD is detected. It is assumed that the background sound is output to. In this case, even if the game ball fired while the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output enters the starting ports 12 and 13 after the initial operation of the movable body is started, the movable body If the firing handle HD is not operated when the initial operation is being performed, the background sound will not be output. On the other hand, even during the initial operation period of the movable body, the background sound is not output when the operation of the launch handle HD is detected, and the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13. It is assumed that the background sound is output to. In this case, even if the game ball is not fired, even if the firing handle HD is operated to start the game, the background sound is not output. In this way, the background sound is output when the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13, and the background sound is output when the operation of the launch handle HD is detected. If only one of the above is adopted, there is a possibility that a failure of the speaker Sp may be suspected because the background sound is not output.

However, even during the initial operation period of the movable body, the background sound is output when the operation of the launch handle HD is detected, and the start ports 12 and 13 are output. The background sound is output when the game ball enters. Therefore, the game ball is fired by operating the firing handle HD while the initialization notification sound and the backup return notification sound are being output, and is fired before the output of the initialization notification sound and the backup return end sound is completed. When the initial operation of the movable body is performed after the operation of the handle HD is completed and the output of the initialization notification sound and the backup return notification sound is completed, the previously launched game ball is sent to the start ports 12 and 13. The background sound is output even if the ball enters. Thereby, it is possible to suppress the possibility that the speaker Sp is suspected to be out of order because the background sound is not output in such a situation.

(1-13) During the period in which the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, a game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13, and the operation of the firing handle HD is detected. If the output condition is not satisfied, the background sound will not be output. On the other hand, during the period in which the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, the game ball enters the start ports 12 and 13, and the operation of the launch handle HD is detected. When the condition is satisfied, the background sound is output, and at that time, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume. In this way, the background sound is not output unless the output conditions are satisfied, such as when a game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 or the operation of the firing handle HD is detected, and the starting ports 12 and 13 are started. Even if the output conditions are met, such as when a game ball enters the ball or the operation of the launch handle HD is detected, the background sound is output at the minimum volume. Therefore, for example, even when an abnormal noise is generated due to the movement of the movable body, it becomes easy to hear the abnormal noise, and it becomes easy to find an abnormality in the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

(1-14) During the period when the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, the background sound may be output when the output conditions are satisfied, such as when the operation of the launch handle HD is detected. However, at that time, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume. In this way, even if the output condition is satisfied during the initial operation of the movable body, the background sound is output at the minimum volume. Therefore, for example, when an abnormal sound is generated due to the movement of the movable body. Even if there is, it becomes easier to hear the abnormal noise, and it becomes easier to detect an abnormality in the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

By the way, for example, when the sound output is suppressed simply to make it easier to hear the abnormal noise caused by the movement of the movable body, there is a possibility that the occurrence of the problem may not be noticed even if another problem occurs. However, if it is detected that the door member is opened as a detection of a specific error different from the movable body error within the period during which the movable body is initially operating, the movable body is within the initial operating period. Even so, the door opening notification sound is output from the speaker Sp at a volume higher than the minimum volume (maximum volume). As a result, it is possible to make it easier to hear the abnormal noise caused by the movement of the movable body, and to make it easier to notice the occurrence of a specific error.

(1-15) When the door member is open, there is a possibility that the gaming machine cannot normally play the game. Therefore, the door opening notification sound output from the speaker Sp when it is detected by the door opening sensor KS that the door member is opened within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply is , It is possible to identify that the door member is open. This makes it easier to identify the output factor of the door opening notification sound. On the other hand, when playing a game, it is necessary to operate the launch handle HD, and the operation of the launch handle HD does not prevent the game from being normally performed. Therefore, when the launch handle HD is being operated, if a background sound that can identify that the launch handle HD is being operated is output, the game is normal due to the operation of the launch handle HD. There is a risk of misunderstanding as if you were informed that you could not do it. Therefore, the background sound output from the speaker Sp when the launch handle HD is operated during the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply is that the launch handle HD is operated. By making the content unspecified, misunderstanding can be suppressed.

(Second Embodiment)
Next, a second embodiment of the gaming machine will be described. The same configuration as that of the first embodiment is designated by the same reference numerals as those of the first embodiment, and detailed description and drawings thereof will be omitted.

In the first embodiment, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the background sound is output at the minimum volume. Similarly, in the first embodiment, when the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are output at the minimum volume. On the other hand, in the second embodiment, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the volume based on the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value (hereinafter referred to as the adjustment volume). The background sound is output in (shown). Similarly, in the second embodiment, when the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are output at the adjusted volume.

However, in the second embodiment, when the background sound is output within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the second operation button BT2 is pressed and held for a switching time (for example, 2 seconds). In this case, the volume at which the background sound is output switches from the adjusted volume to the minimum volume. Similarly, in the second embodiment, the second operation button BT2 is pressed and held for a switching time (for example, 2 seconds) when the fluctuating sound is output within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed. If so, the volume at which the fluctuating sound is output switches from the adjusted volume to the minimum volume. As described above, in the second embodiment, the volume of the output background sound and the variable sound can be switched to the minimum volume by operating the second operation button BT2. In the present embodiment, the second operation button BT2 corresponds to the switching operation means.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the second embodiment, at least one of the background sound and the fluctuating sound may be output within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, and the background sound and the fluctuating sound may be output. The volume at which at least one of the sounds is output can be switched to the minimum volume by operating the second operation button BT2. That is, in the present embodiment, a predetermined sound may be output when the output condition is satisfied within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply, and the predetermined sound is output. The volume can be switched to the minimum volume by operating the switching operation means. In particular, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the second embodiment, when at least one of the background sound and the fluctuating sound is output within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, at least one of the background sound and the fluctuating sound is output. The volume at which one is output can be switched to the minimum volume by pressing and holding the second operation button BT2 for a switching time. That is, in the present embodiment, when the output condition is satisfied and the predetermined sound is output within the period in which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply, the volume at which the predetermined sound is output is set. It is possible to switch to the minimum volume by pressing and holding the switching operation means.

Hereinafter, the control regarding the output of the background sound and the control regarding the output of the fluctuating sound in the second embodiment will be described.
When outputting the background sound, the sub CPU 41a sets the speaker Sp so that the variable sound is output at a volume obtained by multiplying the volume value, the situation value, and the adjustment value defined in the sound effect data related to the background sound. Control. Further, when the background sound is output and the detection signal from the second operation button BT2 is input over the switching time within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the sub CPU 41a has the minimum volume. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the background sound is output. At this time, the sub CPU 41a has a volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the background sound, "0.1" which is the minimum value other than 0 of the situation value, and "0.1" which is the minimum value of the adjustment value. And, the speaker Sp is controlled so that the background sound is output at the volume obtained by multiplying the volume. After that, when the background sound is output after the initial operation of the movable body is completed, the sub CPU 41a has a volume obtained by multiplying the volume value, the situation value, and the adjustment value defined in the sound effect data related to the background sound. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the fluctuating sound is output.

When outputting the fluctuating sound, the sub CPU 41a is a speaker so that the fluctuating sound is output at a volume obtained by multiplying the volume value, the situation value, and the adjustment value defined in the sound effect data related to the fluctuating sound to be output. Control Sp. Further, when the variable sound is output and the detection signal from the second operation button BT2 is input over the switching time within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the sub CPU 41a has the minimum volume. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the fluctuating sound is output. At this time, the sub CPU 41a has a volume value defined in the sound effect data related to the fluctuating sound to be output, “0.1” which is the minimum value other than 0 of the situation value, and “0. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the fluctuating sound is output at the volume obtained by multiplying 1 ”and. After that, when the variable sound is output after the initial operation of the movable body is completed, the sub CPU 41a has a volume obtained by multiplying the volume value, the situation value, and the adjustment value defined in the sound effect data related to the variable sound. The speaker Sp is controlled so that the fluctuating sound is output.

Here, based on FIG. 11, the time when the initial operation of various movable bodies is performed with the start of power supply and the output mode of the background sound in the second embodiment will be described.
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the initial command is input to the sub CPU 41a after the power supply is started, the initialization notification sound is output from the speaker Sp at the maximum volume. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a return command is input to the sub CPU 41a after the power supply is started, the backup return notification sound is output from the speaker Sp at the maximum volume. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the output of the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound ends at the time point T21, the initial operation of the movable body is started.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the operation of the firing handle HD is detected at the time point T22 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is being performed, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp at the adjusted volume. After that, when the second operation button BT2 is pressed and held for the switching time at the time point T23 within the period when the background sound is output and the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the background sound is at the minimum volume. It is output from the speaker Sp. At this time, the background sound is output from the speaker Sp at the minimum volume regardless of the situation value and the adjustment value. When the second operation button BT2 is pressed and held at the time point T23, if both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1", the change in the volume at which the background sound is output at the time point T23. Although there is no such thing, the situation where the background sound is output at the adjusted volume will be switched to the situation where the background sound is output at the minimum volume. Incidentally, if both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1", there is no change in the volume at the time point T23, but in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the situation value in the situation volume data in the standby state. Since "0.5" is set as "0.5", the adjusted volume at the time point T23 is louder than the minimum volume.

After that, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if the initial operation of all the movable bodies is completed at the time point T24 while the background sound is being output, the background sound is continuously output, and the background sound is the speaker Sp at the adjusted volume. Is output from. If both the actual situation value and the actual adjustment value are "0.1", there is no change in the volume at the time point T24, but in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the situation value in the situation volume data in the standby state. Since "0.5" is set as "0.5", the adjusted volume at the time point T24 is louder than the minimum volume.

According to the second embodiment, in addition to the effects (1-1), (1-3) to (1-10) and (1-15) of the first embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.
(2-1) The background sound may be output during the period when the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, but at that time, the volume at which the background sound is output is the second. It is possible to switch to the minimum volume by operating the operation button BT2. In this way, even if the background sound is output during the period in which the movable body is initially operated, the volume at which the background sound is output can be minimized by operating the second operation button BT2. Therefore, for example, even when an abnormal noise is generated due to the movement of the movable body, it becomes easy to hear the abnormal noise, and it becomes easy to find an abnormality in the movable body. By discovering such an abnormality of the movable body, the movable body can be repaired at an early stage, and as a result, it becomes easy to improve the interest by performing the production using the movable body.

(2-2) When the background sound is output during the period during which the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, the background sound is output by pressing and holding the second operation button BT2. You can switch the volume to the minimum volume. Therefore, even if the second operation button BT2 is touched and the second operation button BT2 is unexpectedly operated, the volume at which the background sound is output does not switch to the minimum volume. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the volume at which the background sound is output from being unintentionally switched to the minimum volume, and it is possible to prevent the speaker Sp from being suspected of being out of order.

The above embodiment can be modified and implemented as follows. The above embodiment and the following modified examples can be implemented in combination with each other within a technically consistent range.
The start timing of the initial operation of the movable body provided on the front frame Y3 may be changed. For example, the initial operation of the movable body provided in the front frame Y3 may be configured so that the initial operation of a part of the movable body is started and then the initial operation of the remaining movable body is started. For example, the initial operation of the upper movable body 80 may be started after the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 is completed. Further, the start timing of the initial operation of the movable body provided on the game board YB may be changed. For example, the initial operation of the inner upper movable body 90 and the initial operation of the inner lower movable body 95 may be configured to be started at the same timing. However, in this case, when the internal upper movable body 90 is located at the effect position P3b and the inner lower movable body 95 is located at the effect position P4b in the front view. It is preferable to configure it so that it does not overlap with the region of the inner lower movable body 95. Further, after the initial operation of the movable body classified into the second category is performed, the initial operation of the movable body classified into the first category may be performed.

-The initialization notification sound or the backup recovery notification sound may be output from the speaker Sp at the timing after the initial operation of the movable body is started. For example, when the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound is output when the power supply is started, and when the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the initial operation of the movable body ends. After that, the initialization notification sound or the backup return notification sound may be configured to be output from the speaker Sp. At this time, for example, if the background sound output is started within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, and the background sound is continuously output even after the initial operation of the movable body is completed, the background sound is output. The initialization notification sound or the backup recovery notification sound may be output from the speaker Sp at a volume higher than the volume of the sound. Further, at least one of the initialization notification sound and the backup return notification sound may be output during a part or all of the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed.

-Even if the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 during the initial operation of the movable body, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are emitted from the speaker Sp at least until the initial operation of the movable body is completed. It may be configured so that it is not output. Similarly, even if the firing handle HD is operated during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the background sound and the fluctuating sound are not output from the speaker Sp at least until the initial operation of the movable body is completed. It may be configured as. Further, even if the door member is opened during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the door opening notification sound is not output from the speaker Sp at least until the initial operation of the movable body is completed. You may.

-Of the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the period during which the execution of the magnetic detection effect process is restricted may be changed. For example, the execution of the magnetic detection effect processing may be restricted during the period during which the movable body provided on the game board YB provided with the magnetic sensor JS is initially operated. Further, during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the execution of the magnetic detection effect processing is restricted even after the initial operation of the first operation button BT1 and the upper movable body 80 is completed. It may be configured as. Further, in the above embodiment, the magnetic detection by the magnetic sensor JS is targeted, but for example, during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed for the detection of the opening of the door member by the door opening sensor KS. It may be configured so that the execution of the opening detection effect processing is restricted in a part or the whole period. Further, even if magnetism is detected by the magnetic sensor JS within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the magnetic detection notification sound is not output from the speaker Sp at least until the initial operation of the movable body is completed. It may be configured as.

-In the above embodiment, the specific error is detected by opening the door member, but an event other than the opening of the door member may be regarded as the specific error. For example, a specific error may be detected by detecting magnetism by the magnetic sensor JS. In addition, for example, an electromagnetic induction sensor may be provided so that a specific error is detected by detecting electromagnetic induction by the electromagnetic induction sensor.

-The volume at which the initialization notification sound is output does not have to be the maximum volume. Similarly, the volume at which the backup return notification sound is output does not have to be the maximum volume. However, considering that the main RWM clearing process is performed by fraudulent activity, it is preferable that at least the volume at which the initialization notification sound is output is louder than the minimum volume. As described above, the volume to be a specific volume does not have to be the maximum volume, but is preferably a volume higher than the minimum volume. Further, the volume at which the magnetic detection notification sound is output does not have to be the maximum volume, and may be, for example, an adjusted volume. Further, the volume at which the door opening notification sound is output does not have to be the maximum volume, and may be, for example, an adjusted volume.

-It is not necessary to output the background sound when the firing handle HD is operated during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed. Similarly, it is not necessary to output the background sound when the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 during the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed. Further, as in the second embodiment, when the launch handle HD is operated and when the game ball enters the starting ports 12 and 13 within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the minimum is The background sound may be output at a volume higher than the volume (for example, the adjusted volume). Although the background sound is mentioned here, the background sound is not limited to the background sound, and the variable sound may be similarly configured.

-During the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the sound related to the initial operation of the movable body may be configured to be output from the speaker Sp. At this time, even if a sound related to the initial operation of the movable body is output, the output of the sound may be stopped for a period of time. Further, the sound related to the initial operation of the movable body may be, for example, a sound having a content that can identify the movable body that is initially operating at the present time, or an abnormal sound paying attention to any part of the pachinko gaming machine 10. It may be a sound that explains whether it is preferable to listen to. For example, when the initial operation of the internal lower movable body 95 provided on the left side of the game board YB is being performed, the voice "Please listen to the left side of the game board YB" is output from the speaker Sp. It may be configured as follows. The volume of the sound output at this time may be the adjusted volume or the minimum volume.

-The number and types of movable bodies included in the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be changed. For example, the number of movable bodies provided in the front frame Y3 may be one, or may be three or more. Similarly, for example, the number of movable bodies provided on the game board YB may be one or three or more. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be a gaming machine including a total of two movable bodies, a first operation button BT1 and an internally movable body 90. Further, the first operation button BT1 does not have to be configured to be operable. Further, the second operation button BT2 may be configured to be operable. For example, in the second embodiment, when the background sound is output within the period during which the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the background sound can be obtained by operating the operable second operation button BT2. The volume may be configured to switch to the minimum volume.

-Only one of the first operation promotion effect and the second operation promotion effect may be configured to be executable as the operation promotion effect. For example, when only the second operation promotion effect is configured to be executable among the first operation promotion effect and the second operation promotion effect, and when the operation promotion effect for prompting the operation of the first operation button BT1 is executed, the first operation promotion effect is executed. 1 The operation button BT1 may be configured to operate. On the other hand, for example, when only the first operation promotion effect of the first operation promotion effect and the second operation promotion effect is configured to be executable, the first operation button BT1 may not be configured to be operable.

The image displayed on the effect display device 11 when the first operation promotion effect is executed may be either image G1 or image MG1, and either image G1 or image MG1 may be used. Even if it is displayed, it can be said that it is an effect that encourages the operation of the first operation button BT1. Similarly, the image displayed on the effect display device 11 when the second operation promotion effect is executed may be either the image G2 or the image MG1, or any one of the image G2 and the image MG1. Even when one of them is displayed, it can be said that it is an effect of urging the operation of the first operation button BT1. Even if a part or all of the images prompting the operation of the operation buttons displayed on the effect display device 11 are different between the case where the first operation promotion effect is executed and the case where the second operation promotion effect is executed. good. Further, the image displayed on the effect display device 11 when the third operation promotion effect is executed may be either one of the image G3 and the image MG2, and one of the image G3 and the image MG2. Can be said to be an effect that encourages the operation of the second operation button BT2 even when is displayed.

-As an effect that can be executed as an effect related to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, it is not necessary to configure all of the button notice effect, the final button effect, and the jackpot button effect to be executable, for example, a part of the effect. May be configured to be executable, or other effects may be configured to be executable. Further, the button notice effect is configured so that the expectation of a big hit changes depending on the derived result, but for example, it is configured so that the expectation of becoming a big hit and being controlled to a high probability state changes. May be good. Further, the jackpot button effect is configured so that it can be specified whether or not it is controlled to a high probability state by the derived result, but for example, the number of round games in the jackpot game may be specified. In this case, it is preferable to configure a jackpot game in which the number of round games is different so that it can occur.

-The adjustment value may be adjusted to the maximum value when the upper button UB is long-pressed, and the maximum volume may be adjusted by long-pressing the upper button UB. Similarly, the adjustment value may be adjusted to the minimum value when the lower button DB is long-pressed, and may be adjusted to the minimum volume by long-pressing the lower button DB.

-In the above embodiment, a special game executed based on the entry into the first starting port 12 (hereinafter referred to as the first special game) and a special game executed based on the entry into the second starting opening 13 (hereinafter referred to as the first special game). Hereinafter, it may be referred to as the second special game). For example, the second special game may be configured to be executed with priority over the first special game, or the execution is suspended regardless of the type of the special game of the first special game and the second special game. It may be configured to be executed in sequence. Further, the first special game may be configured to be executed with priority over the second special game. In addition, the first special game and the second special game may be configured to be executable at the same time. For example, the production game corresponding to the first special game is executed in the low base state, while the first special game is executed in the high base state. 2 The production game corresponding to the special game may be configured to be executed. Further, for example, even if at least one of the type of jackpot and the determination rate of various jackpots determined in the first special game becomes a jackpot and the second special game becomes a jackpot is different. good.

-The above embodiment may be applied to a pachinko gaming machine that performs a small hit lottery in addition to the big hit lottery. Generally, when a small hit is won in a small hit lottery, a small hit game is given after the end of the special game. The gaming machine of the embodiment has, for example, the number of times (frequency) of winning a small hit per unit time, or the number of times (frequency) of winning a small hit, as compared with a normal gaming state (for example, a gaming state having a low probability state and a low base state). It may be embodied in a pachinko gaming machine that can be controlled to a state in which the number of times (frequency) in which the small hit game is given per unit time is improved (so-called small hit RUSH).

-As a pachinko game machine that can be controlled to a high probability state, a specification that controls to a high probability state until the next big hit game is given, a specification that controls to a high probability state until the fall lottery is won (fall machine), in advance There is a specification (ST machine) that controls the game to a high probability state until the specified number of special games are completed. Further, the pachinko gaming machine that can be controlled to a high probability state has a specification (V probability variation machine) that controls the gaming ball to a high probability state when the game ball passes through a specific area. The above embodiment may be embodied in a pachinko gaming machine having any of these specifications. Further, the pachinko gaming machine may be a pachinko gaming machine having a specification in which the above-mentioned falling machine and the V probability changing machine are mixed. Further, the V probability change machine is provided with a single large winning opening, and has a specification to generate a specific round game in which a game ball is allowed to pass through a specific area. In addition, the V probability change machine is specified by having a plurality of large winning openings consisting of a large winning opening (V winning opening) opened in a specific round game and a large winning opening opened in a round game other than the specific round game. There is a specification that causes a round game of. The pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment may be embodied as a V probability variable machine having any of these specifications.

-Even if the big hit is not won, the game may be configured to be controllable to a high base state when the number of times the special game is executed within a predetermined period reaches the specified number of times. The number of times the special game is executed within the predetermined period here may be, for example, the number of times the special game is executed without being given the big hit game after being controlled to the low probability state, or the big hit game ends. It may be the number of executions of the special game executed later without the next jackpot game being granted. For example, when the number of times a special game is executed within a predetermined period is controlled to a high base state when the number of times the special game is executed reaches a specified number of times, until the special game is executed a predetermined maximum number of times, or the upper limit is reached. It may be configured to be controlled to a high base state until the jackpot game is granted before the number of special games is executed. However, if the high base state ends without the jackpot game being granted until the maximum number of special games are executed, the high base state is triggered by the number of executions of the special game until the jackpot game is granted. It may be configured not to be controlled by. When the main RWM clearing process is performed with the start of power supply, the number of executions of the special game within a predetermined period may be initialized. In addition, even if the control to the high base state has already been completed when the number of executions of the special game reaches the specified number of times within the predetermined period, the main RWM clear process is performed with the start of power supply. In such a case, the game may be configured to be controllable to a high base state when the number of times the special game is executed reaches a specified number of times within a predetermined period after the start of power supply.

In the case of the above configuration, for example, from the control to the high base state when the number of times the special game is executed within the predetermined period reaches the specified number of times until the maximum number of times the special game is executed. It is assumed that the power supply is cut off after the high base state ends without the jackpot game being given to. After that, when the return process is performed with the start of power supply, it means that the control to the high base state has already been completed when the number of times the special game is executed within the predetermined period reaches the specified number of times. It may be configured to execute a identifiable effect (hereinafter referred to as a specific notification effect). This specific notification effect may be configured to be executed in a part or all of the effect display device 11, the decorative lamp La, and the speaker Sp. Similarly, for example, it is assumed that the power supply is cut off before being controlled to the high base state when the number of times the special game is executed within a predetermined period reaches the specified number of times. After that, when the return process is performed with the start of power supply, it is specified that the control to the high base state is not performed when the number of executions of the special game within the predetermined period reaches the specified number. It may be configured to execute a possible effect (hereinafter referred to as a non-specific notification effect). This non-specific notification effect may be configured to be executed in a part or all of the effect display device 11, the decorative lamp La, and the speaker Sp. For example, the non-specific notification effect may be an effect capable of specifying the number of times the special game is executed within a predetermined period, or the remaining number of times until the number of times the special game is executed within the predetermined period reaches a predetermined number of times. At least one of the specific notification effect and the non-specific notification effect corresponds to the notification regarding the function that can be controlled to the high base state when the number of times the special game is executed reaches the specified number of times within the predetermined period. Further, the specific notification effect can be regarded as an effect according to whether or not the number of times the special game has been executed within a predetermined period has already reached the specified number of times. In addition, the non-specific notification effect can be regarded as an effect according to the remaining number of times the special game is executed within a predetermined period until the specified number of times is reached.

Then, the specific notification effect and the non-specific notification effect may be configured to be executed in parallel with the output of the return notification sound, for example, in the above embodiment, or after the output of the return notification sound is completed. It may be configured to be executed at the timing. Further, the specific notification effect and the non-specific notification effect can be configured to be executed as a return notification sound. When at least one of the above-mentioned specific notification effect and non-specific notification effect is configured to be executable, the number of times the special game is executed within a predetermined period reaches the specified number of times with the start of power supply. It is possible to specify whether it was controlled to a high base state. As a result, for example, it becomes easy to determine whether the main RWM clearing process should be performed. For example, the number of times the special game has been executed within the predetermined period has reached the specified number of times, even though the number of times the special game has been executed within the predetermined period has already reached the specified number of times and is controlled to a high base state. It is possible to suppress the game from being played with the expectation that it will be controlled to a high base state.

-The above embodiment may be applied to a slot machine. In a slot machine, the number of bets (also called the number of multiplications) can be set by operating MAXBET or inserting medals. In slot machines, after setting the number of bets, when the start lever is operated, multiple reels rotate. In a slot machine, when a stop button is operated after a plurality of reels have rotated, the rotation of the corresponding reels is stopped. Then, in the slot machine, when the rotation of all the reels is stopped, a prize is given according to the stopped symbol combination.

-The above embodiment may be applied to a gaming machine in which a set value can be set from a plurality of set values. In such a gaming machine, a big hit lottery with a winning probability according to a set value is performed. That is, it may be applied to a gaming machine in which a set value can be set from among the set values that determine the winning probability of a plurality of types of big hit lottery. In a gaming machine in which a set value can be set, the set value may be controllably configured to be in a setting change state in which the set value can be changed with the start of power supply. Further, in a gaming machine in which a set value can be set, the set value may be controllably configured to be in a set confirmation state in which the set value can be confirmed with the start of power supply. For example, if an operation means for setting a set value (hereinafter referred to as a setting operation means) is provided and both the setting operation means and the RWM clear switch CS are operated when the power supply is started, the setting is changed. It may be configured to be controlled by the state. Then, after the setting change state is completed, the main RWM clearing process in the above embodiment may be performed. The process of controlling the setting change state and the main RWM clear process in the above embodiment can be collectively regarded as the main RWM clear process (initialization process). On the other hand, for example, when the setting operation means is operated when the power supply is started but the RWM clear switch CS is not operated, it may be configured to be controlled to the setting confirmation state. Then, after the setting confirmation state is completed, the return processing in the above embodiment may be performed. It should be noted that the process of controlling the setting confirmation state and the return process in the above-described embodiment can be collectively regarded as the return process. From the above, when the main RWM clear process is performed in the above embodiment, it can be regarded as when the setting is controlled to the changed state, that is, when the set value is changed. Further, in the above embodiment, when the return process is performed, it can be regarded as when the setting confirmation state is controlled, that is, when the set value is confirmed.

In the above embodiment, the sub-board 41 is used as a sub-general control board, and a display control board that specially controls the staging display device 11 separately from the sub-board 41, a light emission control board that specially controls the decorative lamp La, and a speaker Sp are provided. A sound control board for specialized control may be provided. A sub-board may include such a sub-controlled control board and a board that controls other effects.

In the above embodiment, the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 and the sub CPU 41a of the sub board 41 may be mounted on a single board. Further, in the above modification example, the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board may be arbitrarily combined to form a single board or a plurality of boards.

The information display panel 22 may include a right-handed display unit that notifies the firing intensity of the game ball. The information display panel 22 may include a remaining number display unit that displays the remaining number of prize balls to be paid out to the player. The information display panel 22 may include a round number display unit that displays the number of round games during the big hit game. Further, the various display units of the information display panel 22 do not need to be provided on the same member (information display panel 22 in the above embodiment), and for example, a part or all of the display units are different from other display units. May be provided on another member.

Next, the technical idea that can be grasped from the above embodiment and another example will be added below.
(B) The movable body includes a plurality of types of movable bodies including an operation movable body that can be operated by the player, and the initial operation of the movable body classified into the first category among the plurality of types of movable bodies is performed. After that, the initial operation of the movable body classified into the second category among the plurality of types of movable bodies is configured to be performed, and the operated movable body is classified into the first category.

(B) A game machine configured to be able to execute a special game when a game ball enters the starting port, and is provided with a launch handle capable of instructing the launch of the game ball, and the launch handle is the launch. It has an operation detection means that can detect that the handle has been operated, and the sound that can be output by the sound output means includes a specific sound that can be output with the start of power supply, and the power supply starts. When the specific sound is output and the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the specific sound of the specific sound is before the initial operation of the movable body is started. The output is terminated, and the output condition includes a first output condition that is established when the operation detection means detects that the firing handle has been operated, and the start port. The second output condition, which is established when the game ball enters, is included, and the game ball is launched when the launch handle is operated while the specific sound is being output, and the specific sound is emitted. The operation of the firing handle is completed before the output of is completed, and the firing is performed when the specific sound is output when the initial operation of the movable body is performed after the output of the specific sound is completed. When the game ball enters the starting port, the second output condition is satisfied without the first output condition being satisfied, and the predetermined sound is output from the sound output means.

(C) A movable body is provided so that the initial operation of the movable body can be performed when the power supply is started, and a special game can be executed when the game ball enters the starting port. The game machine is provided with a launch handle capable of instructing the launch of a game ball, an operation control means for controlling the operation of the movable body, and a sound output means capable of outputting sound, and is provided with the start of power supply. During the period during which the movable body is initially operating, a predetermined sound is output when the output condition is satisfied, but the predetermined sound is not output when the output condition is not satisfied, and the power supply is started. When the predetermined sound is output within the period during which the movable body is initially operated, the predetermined sound can be output at the minimum volume, and the firing handle indicates that the firing handle has been operated. The sound that can be output by the sound output means includes a specific sound that can be output when the power supply is started, and the sound can be output when the power supply is started. When the specific sound is output and the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the output of the specific sound ends before the initial operation of the movable body is started. The output conditions include a first output condition that is established when the operation detecting means detects that the firing handle has been operated, and a game ball entering the starting port. The second output condition that is satisfied in the above is included, and the game ball is launched when the firing handle is operated while the specific sound is being output, and before the output of the specific sound is completed. When the operation of the firing handle is completed and the output of the specific sound is completed and the initial operation of the movable body is performed, the game ball fired when the specific sound is output is started. A gaming machine characterized in that when a ball enters the mouth, the second output condition is satisfied without the first output condition being satisfied, and the predetermined sound is output from the sound output means.

(D) It is configured to be equipped with a movable body so that the initial operation of the movable body can be performed when the power supply is started, and a special game can be executed when the game ball enters the starting port. The game machine is provided with a launch handle capable of instructing the launch of a game ball, an operation control means for controlling the operation of the movable body, and a sound output means capable of outputting sound, and is provided with the start of power supply. During the period during which the movable body is initially operating, a predetermined sound is output when the output condition is satisfied, but the predetermined sound is not output when the output condition is not satisfied, and the power supply is started. When the predetermined sound is output within the period in which the movable body is initially operated, the predetermined sound can be output at the minimum volume, and the launch handle indicates that the launch handle has been operated. It has an operation detection means that can detect it, and even if it is not detected that the launch handle is operated by the operation detection means after the initial operation of the movable body is started with the start of power supply. Regardless of this, when the game ball enters the start port, the output condition is satisfied and the sound is output from the sound output means.

(E) In a gaming machine provided with a movable body and configured to be able to perform an initial operation of the movable body with the start of power supply, an operation control means for controlling the operation of the movable body and a specific error are detected. It is equipped with a specific error detecting means for detecting and a sound output means capable of outputting sound, and within the period during which the movable body is initially operated with the start of power supply, a predetermined sound is obtained when the output condition is satisfied. On the other hand, when the predetermined sound is not output when the output condition is not satisfied and the predetermined sound is output within the period during which the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply. The predetermined sound can be output at the minimum volume, and the sound that can be output by the sound output means includes a specific error sound related to the specific error, and at least during the period during which the movable body is initially operating. A gaming machine characterized in that, for a part of the period, even if the specific error is detected by the specific error detecting means, the specific error sound is not output.

(F) In a gaming machine provided with a movable body and capable of performing the initial operation of the movable body with the start of power supply, a launch handle capable of instructing the launch of a game ball and the movable body. An operation control means for controlling the operation and a sound output means capable of outputting sound are provided, and the sound output state in the sound output means includes a non-sound output state in which no sound is output and a sound in which sound is output. There is an output state, and within the period in which the movable body is initially operating with the start of power supply, a predetermined sound is output when the output condition is satisfied, so that the sound is output by the sound output means. While the state becomes the sound output state, when the output condition is not satisfied, the predetermined sound is not output and the sound output state in the sound output means becomes the non-sound output state, and the power supply is started. When the predetermined sound is output within the period in which the movable body is initially operated, the predetermined sound can be output at the minimum volume, and the launch handle detects that the launch handle has been operated. The output condition includes a possible operation detection means, and the output condition includes an output condition that is satisfied when the operation detection means detects that the firing handle has been operated. Game machine.

10 ... Pachinko gaming machine, 11 ... Direction display device, 12 ... 1st start port, 13 ... 2nd start port, 14 ... Grand prize opening, 22 ... Information display panel, 40 ... Main board, 40a ... Main CPU, 40b ... Main ROM, 40c ... Main RWM, 41 ... Sub board, 41a ... Sub CPU, 41b ... Sub ROM, 41c ... Sub RWM, 80 ... Upper movable body, 90 ... Internal upper movable body, 95 ... Internal lower movable body, BT1 ... 1st operation button, BT2 ... 2nd operation button, GS1 ... 1st original position sensor, GS2 ... 2nd original position sensor, GS3 ... 3rd original position sensor, GS4 ... 4th original position sensor, JS ... magnetic sensor, KS ... Door open sensor, La ... Decorative lamp, Sp ... Speaker, Y1 ... Outer frame, Y2 ... Middle frame, Y3 ... Front frame, YB ... Game board, TS ... Touch sensor, UB ... Up button, DB ... Down button.

Claims (2)

In a gaming machine provided with an operable operating means and configured to be able to perform an initial operation of the operating means with the start of power supply.
Door members and
An operation means that can be operated to start the game,
An operation control means that controls the operation of the operation means,
Equipped with a sound output means capable of outputting sound,
The operating means includes operating means provided on the door member.
The sound output state in the sound output means includes a non-sound output state in which no sound is output and a sound output state in which sound is output.
During the period in which the operating means is initially operated with the start of power supply, a predetermined sound is output when the output condition is satisfied, so that the sound output state in the sound output means becomes the sound output state. On the other hand, when the output condition is not satisfied, the predetermined sound is not output and the sound output state in the sound output means becomes the non-sound output state.
When the predetermined sound is output during the period in which the operating means is initially operated with the start of power supply, the predetermined sound can be output at the minimum volume.
The operating means has an operation detecting means capable of detecting that the operating means has been operated.
The gaming machine is characterized in that the output condition includes an output condition that is satisfied when the operation detecting means detects that the operating means has been operated. Anomaly detection means and
Equipped with an operable adjustment operation means,
The sound that can be output by the sound output means includes a special sound that is output from the sound output means at a specific volume.
The volume of the special sound cannot be adjusted even if the adjusting operation means is operated, and the volume of the special sound cannot be adjusted.
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the special sound can be output when an abnormality is detected by the abnormality detecting means.

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