JP4883632B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a pachinko gaming machine according to a type capable of shifting to a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player as compared with a lottery gaming state (for example, a normal game or a specific game).

  Currently, the most popular pachinko machines are the conventional type 1 gaming machine (model called “Digipachi”) and the conventional type 2 gaming machine (type called “Honey”). is there. First of all, in the first type gaming machine, on the display such as a liquid crystal or the like when a game ball has entered the starting port, usually three rows of symbols change up and down or left and right, and after a predetermined time As a result of stopping, when a predetermined mode (for example, “777”) is aligned on the active line, it is a model of a type that shifts to a special game in which a variable winning opening in a closed state is opened in a normal game (for example, Patent Literature) 1). Further, in the conventional type 2 gaming machine, the variable winning opening is opened and closed a predetermined number of times (for example, once or twice) based on the hitting of the hit ball at the starting opening on the game board. When a game ball passes through a specific area (so-called V zone), the variable prize opening or another variable prize opening is configured to execute a special game in which an opening / closing operation is continued under a predetermined condition (for example, a patent) Reference 2).

By the way, in recent years, the necessity of developing a model that is not bound by the conventional frames of the first type, the second type, the third type, etc. has been recognized in order to further improve the game playability. For example, Patent Document 3 proposes a pachinko gaming machine in which a conventional first-class pachinko gaming machine and a conventional second-class pachinko gaming machine are combined (hereinafter referred to as “one-kind two-kind type pachinko gaming machine”). "). Here, among such 1 type and 2 type pachinko machines, the pachinko machines provided in the market these days induce a jackpot mainly on the first kind side during normal games, and after the jackpot ends There are many types that can induce a big hit on the second type side only at a specific game (for example, at a time-saving game). More specifically, the model will be described. In the game on the first type side, when the identification information is stopped in a predetermined mode (for example, “777”), the variable prize opening (large prize opening) in the game area is a predetermined condition. A special game is executed in which the unit game that is opened below is performed one or more times. After the special game ends, the gaming state on the first type side changes from the normal gaming state to the specific gaming state (time shortening gaming state), and the variation time of the identification information is relatively shortened. Here, in the specific gaming state, the gaming state on the auxiliary gaming side also changes so as to follow the change of the gaming state on the first type side. Specifically, the auxiliary game is a game that functions to support the main game by opening the electric tulip in the game area for a predetermined time when the normal symbol stops in a predetermined mode (for example, “7”). It is. And, in normal games, the normal symbol is not frequently stopped in a predetermined manner, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is long, or the normal opening time when the regular symbol is stopped in a predetermined manner is short. However, in certain games (time-reduced games), the normal symbol stops frequently in a predetermined manner, the normal symbol has a short variation time, or the normal symbol stops in a predetermined manner. In this case, since the electric open time is long, the benefit of the auxiliary game can be substantially enjoyed. Here, one feature of this type of gaming machine is that this electric tulip is attached to the second type starting port, and when the electric tulip is in a closed state, it is impossible to enter the starting port, Only when the electric tulip is in the open state, it is configured to be able to enter the starting port. Due to such a configuration, there is an effect that a big hit on the second type side cannot be expected during normal games, and a big win on the second type side can be substantially expected only during a specific game (time-saving game). .
JP 2003-230714 A JP 2001-353281 A JP 2000-33141 A

  By the way, in the above-mentioned type 1 and type 2 pachinko machines, the period of the specific game (time reduction game) that shifts after the big hit on the first type side is set short in many models (for example, big hit) 4 rotations after the end). Here, in a normal pachinko gaming machine, when a game ball enters the start port on the first type side, when the identification information is changing or when it is a big hit, ) Is suspended. Then, when it becomes possible to change the identification information, the process of releasing the hold, starting the change of the identification information, and displaying the stop identification information after a lapse of a predetermined time is executed until the hold disappears. Therefore, even if the player wants to take a rest such as a toilet after the jackpot on the first type side, if all the holds are released during the break, the hold at the end of the jackpot Depending on the number, if there are many reserved balls, the number of remaining specific games (time-reduced games) will be reduced, resulting in a significant reduction in the profit based on the second type jackpot.

  Therefore, the present invention impairs the profits of the player even immediately after the end of the special game in the pachinko gaming machine capable of constructing the lottery game state and the special game state for transition to the special game, including the above-mentioned type 1 type 2 type. An object is to provide a means by which a player can take a break.

The present invention (1) includes a variable winning opening that can take an open state and a closed state,
Gaming state transition determination means for determining whether or not the gaming state transition condition is satisfied;
When the gaming state transition determining means determines that the first gaming state transition condition is satisfied, transition to a special game transition to a special gaming state in which the variable prize opening that is closed in the lottery gaming state is in the open state And, when it is determined that the gaming state transition determination unit satisfies the second gaming state transition condition, a special game execution control unit that executes control to end the special gaming state;
When the gaming state transition determination means determines that a predetermined period has elapsed since the second gaming state transition condition, which is a third gaming state transition condition, is satisfied, a lottery for transitioning to a special game Special game transition lottery game execution control means for executing a game and
In pachinko machines that have
The pachinko machine is
Input means that can be operated by the player
In addition,
When the input means is operated before the predetermined period elapses, the gaming state transition determination means determines the third gaming state transition condition even before the predetermined period elapses. Determining that it was forcibly satisfied
This is a pachinko machine characterized by this.

The present invention (2)
The pachinko machine is
A first start opening where game balls can enter,
A first identification information display unit capable of variable display and stop display of the first identification information;
First random number acquisition means for acquiring a first random number for determining the content of the first game based on the game ball entering the first start port;
First identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the first identification information based on the first random number;
When the variation start condition of the first identification information is satisfied, the first identification information is changed for a predetermined time in the first identification information display unit according to the display content determined by the first identification information display content determination means. First identification information display control means for controlling to display the stop identification information after the display;
In addition,
The gaming state transition judging means
Transition to the special game It is determined whether the stop identification information of the first identification information, which is the first game state transition condition for shifting from the lottery game state to the special game state, is in a predetermined mode.
Is configured as
The pachinko machine is
A variable winning opening having a specific area inside that can be in an open state and a closed state, which is the same or different variable winning opening as the variable winning opening,
A variable entrance entrance that allows game balls to enter,
A variable member provided in the starting port for the variable entrance, which can take an open state and a closed state;
A third start opening where game balls can enter,
A third identification information display unit capable of variable display and stop display of the third identification information;
Third random number acquisition means for acquiring a third random number related to the open driving of the variable member based on the game ball entering the third starting port,
Third identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the third identification information based on the third random number;
Third identification information display control means for controlling to display the stop identification information after the third identification information is variably displayed for a predetermined time in the third identification information display unit,
When the stop identification information is in a specific mode, an open state availability determination execution unit that drives and controls the variable member to an open state;
It is determined that the first game state transition condition is satisfied on the condition that the variable entrance is controlled to be in the open state based on the entrance of the game ball to the start entrance for the variable entrance Special game transition opportunity granting means to
In addition,
The gaming state transition judging means
When the variable ball entrance is in the open state by the special game transition opportunity granting means, when the game ball that has entered the variable ball entrance passes through the specific area, the second game state transition condition If the game ball does not pass through the specific area when the variable entrance is in the open state by the special game transition opportunity granting means, the second game state transition is not performed. Configured to determine that the condition has been met,
The pachinko machine is
As the lottery game state for transition to the special game, it has a non-specific game state and a specific game state that is easier to transition to the special game than the non-specific game state,
The gaming state transition judging means
When transitioning to the special game state after the transition to the special game state, when determining that the fourth game state transition condition is satisfied, and determining to transition to the specific game state, If it is determined that the fifth gaming state transition condition is satisfied during the specific gaming state, the transition from the specific gaming state to the non-specific gaming state is determined,
In the specific gaming state, the third identification information display content determining means selects the specific mode as stop identification information of the third identification information with higher probability than the non-specific gaming state, or the third identification The information display control means selects a variation time shorter than the non-specific gaming state, and / or the open state availability determination execution means selects an open state time longer than the non-specific gaming state, It is a pachinko gaming machine of the invention (1).

The present invention (3)
In a situation where the first predetermined period and the second predetermined period longer than the first predetermined period can be selected as the predetermined period,
The gaming state transition judging means
After the end of the special gaming state executed when the stop identification information of the first identification information is in the predetermined mode, or the variable entrance is in the open state by the special game transition opportunity granting means. After the end of the special game state executed when the game ball that entered the variable entrance has passed the specific area, the second game state transition condition is satisfied. When the second predetermined period elapses after being satisfied, the third game state transition condition is set as the third game state transition condition. When the ball does not pass through the specific area, the third gaming state transition condition is that the first predetermined period elapses after the second gaming state transition condition is satisfied, Pachinko game of invention (2) It is.

  Here, the meaning of each term in the claims and the specification will be described. First, the “open state” refers to a state where game balls can flow in or can easily flow in, and the “closed state” refers to a state where game balls cannot flow in or a game ball difficult to flow in. “Game state” refers to a game state on the main game side that is directly linked to a player's profit grant. For example, a special game state, a standby state after a special game, a lottery state for transition to a special game (for example, a normal game) State, probability variation gaming state, time-saving gaming state). “Pitching” is a concept that encompasses not only winnings that a winning ball pays out, but also anything that can cause some profit to the player, and includes so-called “through-chuckers” and winning holes. “Winning” is a concept related to award ball payout. The “identification information” is not particularly limited as long as it is visually recognizable, and examples thereof include numbers, characters, designs, and the like (for example, special designs). “Random number” is a random number (game content determination random number) used for a lottery (a lottery by an electronic computer) to determine some game content in a pachinko game machine. For example, for the first random number, the result of the game So-called “basic random numbers” that affect the game, specifically “winning random numbers” related to the transition of special games, “variation mode determination random numbers” to determine the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol, stop You can list “symbols for determining symbols” that determine symbols, and “random numbers for determining symbols” that determine whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, a time-saving game) after a special game. “Winning random number” related to the opening / closing of the symbol, “symbol determining random number” for determining the stop symbol of the normal symbol, and the like. “Random number” refers to a set of a plurality of random numbers unless otherwise specified (for example, a variation mode determining random number, a symbol determining random number,...). It is not necessary to use all these random numbers when determining the contents of the variation mode, the contents of the definite identification information, etc., and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. Further, for example, one random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another random number (for example, a symbol determining random number). “Based on random number” includes not only the case where the variation content of the identification information and the stop identification information are determined directly from the random number, but also the case where the identification information is indirectly determined from matters determined directly from the random number ( For example, when determining the stop symbol directly from a random number and determining the variation content from the stop symbol, determining the special symbol directly from the random number and determining the decorative symbol from the special symbol). The “identification information variation start condition” indicates that the identification information or other identification information is not fluctuating or is not in a special game or a waiting period after the end of a special game.

  According to the present invention (1), the waiting time after the end of the special game (the time during which the lottery for the transition to the special game is not performed) can be shortened based on the player's intention, so at the timing desired by the player. There is an effect that it is possible to start the lottery game for transition to the special game. Furthermore, by setting a long waiting time after the end of the special game, it is possible to construct a situation in which the player does not shift to the special game lottery game unless the player operates the input means. As a result of avoiding the situation where the seats are not set up only after all the identification information fluctuations in the hold state have been completed immediately after that, the player can take a break immediately after the end of the special game while preventing the player from generating lost profits due to the use of the hold. There is also an effect that it becomes possible to take.

  According to the present invention (2), in addition to the effect of the above-mentioned invention (1), when the player does not perform an input operation indefinitely, it is configured to shift to a normal game after a lapse of a predetermined time. It is possible to avoid temporarily storing the hold information, and to prevent a decrease in the operating rate on the hall side due to the game not progressing.

  According to the present invention (3), in addition to the effects of the above invention (1) or (2), it is possible to induce a jackpot derived from the second type substantially only within a limited period after the end of the special game. In the type 1 and type 2 pachinko machines, even after the end of the special game, the player can take a break while preventing the loss of the player's lost profit due to the on-hold digestion. There is an effect that it can be prevented.

  The best mode of the present invention will be described below. The best mode described below is a model in which two conventional first-class pachinko machines and one second-class pachinko machine are mixed, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, other game machines When applied to the present invention, it is within the scope of the present invention. In addition, it is the best mode, and the following aspects regarding the order of each step regarding various processes, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, etc. It is not limited to.

  First, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to FIG. Pachinko machines are mainly composed of a gaming machine frame and a gaming board. Hereinafter, these will be described in order.

  First, the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine includes an outer frame 102, a front frame 104, a transparent plate 106, a door 108, an upper ball dish 110, a lower ball dish 112, and a launch handle 116. First, the outer frame 102 is a frame for fixing the pachinko gaming machine to a position where it should be installed. The front frame 104 is a frame body aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame 102, and is attached to the outer frame 102 through a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The front frame 104 includes a mechanism for launching a game ball, a mechanism for detachably storing a game board, a mechanism for guiding or collecting the game ball, and the like. The transparent plate 106 is made of glass or the like and is supported by the door 108. The door 108 is attached to the front frame 104 through an unillustrated hinge mechanism so as to be opened and closed. The upper ball tray 110 has mechanisms for storing game balls, sending the game balls to the launch rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball tray 112. The lower ball tray 112 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, a speaker 114 is provided between the upper ball tray 110 and the lower ball tray 112, and a sound effect corresponding to the gaming state or the like is output.

  Next, the game board 120 has a game area 120 defined by an outer rail 122 and an inner rail 124. The game area 120 includes a first special figure start port 2210, a second special figure start port 2110, and a general game entrance 2410, in addition to a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown) and various general winning ports. A first grand prize opening 2120, a second grand prize opening 2220, a first special symbol display device 2130, a second special symbol display device 2230, an effect display device 2310, a normal symbol display device 2420, a center decoration 192, and an out port 142. is set up. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

  First, the first special figure starting port 2210 is installed as a starting winning port corresponding to the first game (particularly the first special symbol). As a specific configuration, the first special figure starting port 2210 includes a first incoming ball detection device 2211. Here, the first entrance detection device 2211 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first special figure start port 2210, and the first special figure start port entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. Is generated. Here, the first special figure starting port 2210 can enter the ball with a normal and weak stroke (for example, so-called “bukkake hit”), but a strong stroke (for example, so-called “rubber hit” or “right hit”). “)” Is placed in the center of the game area 120 where it is difficult to enter.

  Next, the second special figure starting port 2110 is installed as a starting winning port corresponding to the first game (especially the second special symbol). As a specific configuration, the second special figure starting port 2110 includes a second entrance detection device 2111. Here, the second entrance detection device 2111 is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the second special figure start opening 2110, and the second special figure start entrance entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entry. Is generated. Here, the second special figure starting port 2110 can enter the ball with a stronger stroke (for example, so-called “rubber strike” or “right strike”), but the normal and weaker stroke (for example, the so-called “bulk strike”). “)” Is arranged on the right side of the game area 120 where it is difficult to enter.

  Next, the general entrance entrance 2410 includes an entrance detection device 2411. Here, the entrance detection device 2411 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the general entrance entrance 2410, and generates general entrance entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. In addition, the entrance of the game ball to the general entrance entrance 2410 triggers a lottery for expanding the electric accessory 2512 of the start opening 2510 for the second prize winning opening. Here, the normal entrance 2410 can enter the ball with a stronger stroke (for example, so-called “rubber strike” or “right strike”), but the normal and weaker stroke (for example, so-called “bump strike”). ) Is placed on the right side of the game area 120 where it is difficult to enter.

  Next, the start opening 2510 for the second big prize opening is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the second game. As a specific configuration, the start opening 2510 for the second big prize opening includes a ball detection device 2511, an electric accessory 2512, and an electric accessory solenoid 132 for opening and closing the electric accessory 2512. Here, the ball entry detection device 2511 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the start port 2510 for the second grand prize opening, and the start entrance for the second big prize port that indicates the entry at the time of entry. Generate sphere information. Next, the electric accessory 2512 is changed to a closed state in which a game ball cannot win the second big prize opening start port 2510 and an open state in which the game ball is easier to win than the closed state. Here, the start opening 2510 for the second grand prize opening can enter the ball with a strong stroke (for example, so-called “rubber strike” or “right strike”), but the normal and weak stroke (for example, so-called “bukko”). It is arranged on the right side of the game area 120 where it is difficult to enter the ball in “Mito”.

  Next, the first grand prize opening 2120 has a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when a first special game and a second special game (only the second stage), which will be described later, are executed. It is a prize opening located at. As a specific configuration, the first grand prize opening 2120 opens and closes the first incoming ball detection device 2121 for detecting the incoming ball of the game ball, the first electric combination 2122, and the first electric combination 2122. And a prize winning solenoid 2330 for the purpose. Here, the first entry detection device 2121 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first grand prize opening 2120, and generates the first big prize entrance entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. To do. The first electric accessory 2122 changes the first big prize opening 2120 in a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win in the first big prize opening 2120 and in an open state where the game ball is easy to win. In this best mode, there are two big prize openings. However, the first special game and the second special game may be executed in one big prize opening. In this case, at least a “specific area” is required in the special winning opening. This is because, during the first stage of the second special game, the passing of the game ball to the specific area is imposed as the second stage transition condition. Here, the first grand prize opening 2120 can enter the ball with a normal and weak stroke (for example, so-called “butting”), but a strong stroke (for example, so-called “rubber strike” or “right strike”). ) Is placed in the center of the game area 120 where it is difficult to enter.

  Next, the second big winning opening 2220 is a winning opening that is opened when a second special game (first stage) described later is executed (may be a winning opening). Specifically, the second grand prize opening 2220 guides the game ball to either the specific area 172 or the normal area 174 and the specific area 172 and the normal area 174 provided in the second big prize opening 2220. Guidance device 170, a second ball detection device 2221 for detecting a game ball entering the second grand prize opening 2220, and a specification for detecting a game ball entering the specific region 172 An area winning detection device 2222, a normal area winning detection device 2223 for detecting the entry of a game ball into the normal area 174, a second electric accessory 2224 called a honey section, and a second electric accessory 2224 And a second large prize opening solenoid 138 for opening and closing the. Only the game balls won when the second electric winning combination 2224 is open can reach the respective components installed in the second grand prize opening 2220 described above. It is configured to be unreachable in the closed state. Here, the guidance device 170 includes two rotating bodies each having a plurality of long and short rotating blades. These two rotating bodies are always rotating, and when the long rotating blades come close to each other, the game balls that have fallen onto them are guided to the specific area 172. When the long rotating blades are not close to each other, the game ball that has fallen onto it enters the normal area 174. Next, the second entry detection device 2221 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second grand prize opening 2220, and generates the second big prize entrance entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. To do. Next, the second electric accessory 2224 has a normal state (a solid line in the figure) in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win in the second big prize opening 2220 (a solid line in the figure) and an open state in which the game ball is easily won (a dotted line in the figure). Variable. Here, the second big winning opening 2220 can enter the ball with a strong stroke (for example, so-called “rubber strike” or “right strike”), but the normal and weak stroke (for example, so-called “bukkake hit”). ) Is placed on the right side of the game area 120 where it is difficult to enter.

  Next, the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230) performs variable display and stop display of the first special symbol (second special symbol) corresponding to the first game. Specifically, the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230) includes a first special symbol display unit 2131 (second special symbol display unit 2231) and a first special symbol display unit 2132. (Second special figure hold display unit 2232). Here, the first special figure hold display part 2132 (second special figure hold display part 2232) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps is a random number related to the first game (second game). This corresponds to the number of reservations (the number of fluctuations in special symbols that have not been executed). The first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230) is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first special symbol (second special symbol) has 10 types of “0” to “9”. It is displayed with the number and “−” of the loss.

  Since the first special symbol (second special symbol) does not necessarily have an effect role, in the best mode, the size of the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230) is It is set to be inconspicuous. However, in the case of adopting a technique in which the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol) is not displayed by giving the first special symbol (second special symbol) itself a directing role, an effect display device to be described later You may comprise so that a 1st special symbol (2nd special symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display like 2310. FIG.

  Next, the effect display device 2310 mainly performs change display and stop display of effect images including decorative symbols that change and stop in conjunction with the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Specifically, the display control of the display control means 2323 forms an effect display area for decorative symbols and a reserved ball number display region related to both symbols on the screen. The effect display device 2310 is configured by a liquid crystal display in the best mode, but may be configured by other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED.

  Next, the normal symbol display device 2420 performs normal symbol variation display and stop display. As a specific configuration, the normal symbol display device 2420 includes a general map display unit 2421 and a general map hold display unit 2422. Here, the universal symbol hold display unit 2422 is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of normal symbol fluctuations held (the number of normal symbol fluctuations not executed).

  Finally, the center decoration 192 is installed around the effect display device 2310 and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the effect display device 2310, and decoration. In addition, the game effect lamp 190 is provided in the game area 120 and plays a role of effect by blinking or the like. In addition, an input button 5000 that can be pressed by the player is provided at the lower left of the upper plate.

  Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and in particular controls overall gaming operations such as lottery when entering the first special figure starting port 2210 (second special figure starting port 2110) (ie, game Main control device 1000 that performs control directly related to the interests of the player), effect display control means 2320 that performs display control related to various effects on the effect display device 2310 that gives interest to the game contents, and game entertainment An effect display device 2310 for displaying an effect that enhances the performance, and a game ball supplied from the prize ball tank 212 in accordance with the prize winning to the prize ball tank 212, the prize ball rail 214, and each prize opening to the upper ball tray 110 A prize ball payout mechanism (set base) 210 including a payout unit 216 and the like, a prize ball payout device 3000 for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit 216, and a game ball (storage ball) of the upper ball tray 110 are provided. A launching device 232 that launches one ball at a time into the work area 120, a launch control board 230 that controls the launching operation of the launching device 232, a power supply unit 290 that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and a power source for the pachinko gaming machine A power switch 292 which is an on / off switch is provided on the back surface of the front frame 104 (on the opposite side to the game side).

  Next, various functions of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the main control device 1000 is a game peripheral device 2000 that is a peripheral device for the first game, the second game, and the auxiliary game, and a prize for performing payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control device 1000. The ball payout device 3000 is connected to an input button 5000 that can be pressed by the player so that information can be transmitted. In addition, although not shown, various game effect lamps 190 (for example, side lamps), a speaker 114, and the like are also electrically connected. The main controller 1000 includes hardware such as ROM and RAM for storing data and programs, and elements such as a CPU used for arithmetic processing. In the following description, each means included in the main controller 1000 may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000). For example, in the best mode, the main controller 1000 is provided with a payout control function, but may be configured so as to be provided in the prize ball payout device 3000, for example. Similarly, each means included in the peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000) may be configured to be mounted on the main controller 1000. Hereinafter, the details of each of the above means will be described.

  First, the main control device 1000 includes a game control unit 1100 that controls the main control relating to the first game, the second game, and the auxiliary game, an inter-game adjustment unit 1200 that adjusts the first game and the second game, and game peripherals. Various game information on the device 2000 side {for example, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information (hit A, win B, win C, lose), information on change mode (eg, change time), special game start signal / state Information transmission means 1300 for transmitting information / end signal, standby start signal / end signal after special game end, hold information, etc.} and payout of predetermined prize balls based on winning of game balls to various winning ports As described above, a prize ball payout determining unit 1400 for controlling the prize ball payout device 3000 is provided.

  Next, the game control unit 1100 determines whether or not each random number can be acquired by determining whether or not each of the winning entrances (starting ports or the like) has entered the ball, and whether or not each random number can be acquired. Random number acquisition means 1120 for acquiring the number, the hold control means 1130 for temporarily storing the ball entering each start port during the variable display as the hold ball within the upper limit number, and the stop of each symbol based on each random number Symbol content determining means 1140 for determining symbols and variation modes (variation time, etc.), display control means 1150 for controlling the variation and stop of each symbol, and a start opening 2510 for the second big prize opening The electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 for performing various processes directly related to the determination of the opening / closing of the electric accessory 2512 and the special game control means 11 for controlling each special game advantageous to the player over the normal game 0, the special game waiting control means 1175 that controls the waiting for the game for a predetermined period after the special game ends until the normal symbol change start, and which game the current gaming state (the gaming state of the first game) Specific game control means 1180 for determining whether to shift to a state, and processing for shifting a gaming state based on the determination, and a current gaming state {for example, a state related to opening / closing of a special gaming state, electric Chu Open state, non-easy open state), stop symbol and variation mode information related to the first and second special symbols, stop symbol and variation mode information related to the normal symbol, on / off status of various flags, gaming state during the special game (for example, Game state temporary storage means 1190 for temporarily storing round number and winning number information)} and the like.

  Here, the ball entering determination means 1110 is a first special figure starting port entrance determining means 11111-1 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the first special figure starting port 2210, and a second special figure starting. The second special figure starting entrance entrance judging means 111-2 for judging whether or not a game ball has entered the mouth 2110, and a general view for judging whether or not the game ball has flowed into the general entrance entrance 2410. Entrance entrance determination means 1112 and a start port for determining whether or not a game ball entrance signal that triggers the transition to the first stage of the second special game is received from the start port 2510 for the second grand prize opening Specific to determine whether or not the ball entering means 1113 and the game ball incoming signal that triggers the transition to the second stage of the second special game have been received from the specific area winning detection device 2222 of the second big winning opening 2220 And a region passage determination means 1114.

  Next, the random number acquisition means 1120 determines whether or not to acquire a first random number (game content determination random number) based on the game ball entering the first special figure starting port 2210 and according to the determination result. Based on the first special figure random number obtaining means 1121-1 for obtaining the random number (for example, winning random number, variation mode decision random number, special symbol decision random number, etc.) and the game ball entering the second special figure start port 2110 Whether to acquire a second random number (game content determining random number) or not, and acquiring the random number (for example, a winning random number, a variation determining random number, a special symbol determining random number, etc.) according to the determination result It has figure random number acquisition means 1121-2 and general drawing lottery means 1122 for determining whether or not the third random number (ordinary symbol winning random number) can be acquired and acquiring the random number based on the determination result.

  Here, the “random numbers” in the claims and the present specification including the above are, for example, “0” to “65535” (winning random numbers) or “0” to “255” ( It is a value randomly selected from a predetermined range such as (variation mode determination random number). The random number may not be a mathematically generated random number, but may be a pseudo random number generated by a hardware random number, a software random number, or the like. For example, the expression method of each value in the random number is a method in which the value is expressed in order along the random number sequence (plus one method), the next value when the final value of the random number sequence is expressed (initial value) ) With a contingent value (initial value update method), a combination of these, and the like.

  Next, the hold control unit 1130 determines whether or not to temporarily store the game content determination random number acquired in a situation where the change permission of the first special symbol is not granted, and based on the determination result, the random number is changed. The first special figure holding means 1131-1 for holding in the first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a-1 until permission is granted, and the game contents acquired in a situation where the change permission of the second special symbol is not given. A second special figure holding means for determining whether or not to temporarily store the determined random number and holding the random number in the second special figure holding information temporary storage means 1131a-2 until the symbol variation permission is granted based on the determination result 1131-2 and whether or not to temporarily store the normal symbol winning random number acquired in a situation where the normal symbol variation permission is not granted, and until the symbol variation permission is granted based on the determination result And a Prussian diagram holding means 1132 for holding in FIG hold information temporary storage means 1132a. Here, the first special figure holding means 1131-1, the second special figure holding means 1131-2, and the universal figure holding means 1132 can store up to four, and temporarily store the random numbers combined with the holding order. The first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a-1, the second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a-2, and the general figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a are provided.

  Next, the symbol content determination means 1140 is obtained with the first special symbol content determination means 1141-1 for determining the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first special symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number. The second special symbol content determining means 1141-2 for determining the stop symbol and the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second special symbol based on the game content determination random number, and the normal symbol winning random number based on the acquired normal symbol winning random number It has general figure content determination means 1142 for determining a stop symbol. Here, the 1st special figure content determination means 1141-1 has the 1st special figure content determination lottery table 1141a-1 referred when determining the stop symbol and the fluctuation | variation aspect which concern on a 1st special symbol. The first special figure content determination lottery table 1141a-1 includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the game state (normal game → first special figure normal game state lottery table 1141a-1-1, Time reduction game → first special figure time reduction game state lottery table 1141a-1-2). The variation pattern of the first special symbol by the first special figure time reduction game state lottery table 1141a-1-2 is relatively different from that of the first special figure normal game state lottery table 1141a-1-1. Therefore, a variation mode with a short variation time is selected. Further, although not shown, each lottery table of the first special figure content determination lottery table 1141a-1 (for the first special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-1-1 and the first special figure reduced time gaming state) Each of the lottery tables 1141a-1-2) has a plurality of lottery tables when determining the variation mode, and when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, a predetermined number of reserved balls or more), a short variation mode is displayed. When a lottery table that is easy to select is selected and a predetermined condition is not satisfied (for example, the number of reserved balls is less than a predetermined number), a lottery table that easily selects a long variation mode is selected. Further, the second special figure content determination means 1141-2 has a second special figure content determination lottery table 1141a-2 which is referred to when determining the stop symbol and the variation mode related to the second special symbol. The second special figure content determination lottery table 1141a-2 includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the game state (normal game → second special figure normal game state lottery table 1141a-2-1, time). Short game → second special figure time reduction game state lottery table 1141a-2-2). Note that the variation pattern of the second special symbol in the second special figure time reduction gaming state lottery table 1141a-2-2 is relatively different from that in the second special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-2-1. Therefore, a variation mode with a short variation time is selected. Further, although not shown in the drawing, each lottery table (second special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-2-1 and second special figure time-reduced gaming state for the second special figure content determination lottery table 1141a-2 described above is used. Each of the lottery tables 1141a-2-2) has a plurality of lottery tables when determining a variation mode, and when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, a predetermined number of reserved balls or more), a short variation mode is displayed. When a lottery table that is easy to select is selected and a predetermined condition is not satisfied (for example, the number of reserved balls is less than a predetermined number), a lottery table that easily selects a long variation mode is selected. Further, the general content determination means 1142 has a general content determination lottery table 1142a that is referred to when determining the stop symbol of the normal symbol, and the general content determination lottery table 1142a is the first one. Various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state of the game are provided (normal game → usual drawing normal lottery table 1142a-1, time shortening game → usual drawing time shortening lottery table 1142a-2). It is to be noted that the normal time and the time are set such that the winning probability at the normal game is set to a low probability (for example, 1 / 5,000) and the winning probability at the time shortening game is set to a high probability (for example, 1 / 1.003). It may be configured such that the difference with the shortened game is increased to clarify the difference, and that the game does not substantially shift to the second special game unless the time is shortened.

  Next, the display control means 1150 is a first special symbol display control means 1151 that performs control to stop and display after changing the special symbol on the first special symbol display unit 2131 of the first special symbol display device 2130 for a predetermined time. 1 and the second special symbol display control means 1151-2 for performing control to stop and display after changing the special symbol on the second special symbol display unit 2231 of the second special symbol display device 2230 for a predetermined time, On the general symbol display unit 2321 of the normal symbol display device 2320, the hold release order control means 1153 that governs the determination execution process of which reservation is prioritized when both symbols and second special symbols hold are present And a normal symbol display control means 1152 for performing display processing relating to fluctuation and stop of the normal symbol. Here, the first special figure display control means 1151-1 is a first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a for managing the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined by the first special figure content determination means 1141-1. -1. The first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a-1 further includes a first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. The second special figure display control means 1151-2 is a second special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a- for managing the fluctuation time related to the fluctuation mode determined by the second special figure content determination means 1141-2. 2 is further included. The second special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a-2 further has a second special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-2-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Further, the hold release order control unit 1153 does not have a hold related to a prioritized symbol, and a random number related to a prioritized symbol is present in a situation where there is a hold related to a non-prioritized symbol. It further has a standby timer 1153a for counting the standby time to wait until it is acquired. Further, the general symbol display control means 1152 has a general symbol fluctuation time management means 1152a for managing the fluctuation time of the normal symbol on the universal symbol display unit 2321 of the normal symbol display device 2320. Further, the common figure fluctuation time management means 1152a includes a common figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1 capable of measuring time.

  Next, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 is a condition determination means 1161 for determining whether or not a condition for performing the process of opening and closing the electric accessory 2512 of the second winning prize start opening 2510 is satisfied. And an opening timer 1162 for measuring the driving time of the electric accessory 2512 of the start port 2510 for the second big prize opening.

  Next, the special game control means 1170 determines whether or not the stopped first or second special symbol is in a specific mode, and wins a win (a win flag is generated), and In the case of the specific mode, the first special game control means 1171 for executing the first special game for opening the first grand prize winning opening 2120 under a predetermined condition and the execution of the second special game 2nd special game control means 1172 which controls various controls.

  Here, the first special game control unit 1171 has a first condition determination unit 1171a that determines whether or not a condition for shifting to the first special game is satisfied, and when the condition is satisfied, First special game execution means 1171b for executing the first special game and first special game time management means 1171c for performing time management of various processes relating to the first special game are provided. The first special game time management means 1171c further includes a first special game timer 1171c-1 capable of measuring time.

  Next, when the second special game control means 1172 satisfies the condition, the second condition determination means 1172a for determining whether or not the condition for shifting to the second special game is satisfied. The second special game execution means 1172b for executing the second special game and the second special game time management means 1172c for performing time management of various processes relating to the second special game are provided. Here, the second condition determination means 1172a is a first stage special game condition determination means 1172a-1 that determines whether or not the conditions for shifting to the first stage special game are satisfied, and the first special game condition 1172a-1. Second stage special game condition determining means 1172a-2 for determining whether or not the second stage transition condition is satisfied at the stage. The second special game execution means 1172b includes a first stage special game execution means 1172b-1 for driving the electric accessory 2224 of the second grand prize opening 2220 to execute the first stage special game, And a second stage special game execution means 1172b-2 for driving the electric accessory 2122 of the big prize opening 2120 to execute the second stage special game. Further, the second special game time management means 1172c is a game ball entry valid time to the specific area (specific area winning detection device 2222) of the second big prize opening 2220, which is the second stage transition condition of the second special game. A specific area effective timer 1172c-1 for measuring (predetermined time from detection of game ball entry by the ball entry detection device 2211) and opening / closing of the second big prize opening 2220 during the first stage special game of the second special game It has a first stage opening / closing timer 1172c-2 that measures time and a second stage opening / closing timer 1172c-3 that measures unit game time in the second stage special game.

  Next, the standby control means 1175 after the end of the special game further includes a standby timer 1175a for counting the standby time during the standby.

  Next, the specific game control means 1180 has specific game end condition determination means 1181 for determining whether or not the end condition for the specific game state is satisfied. Here, the specific game end condition determining means 1181 further includes a time reduction counter 1181a capable of counting the time reduction. Here, in this best mode, as will be described later, the number of time reductions is determined by the type of winning symbol. Further, as described above, during the time reduction, the variation time of the special symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction function) as compared with the non-time reduction. Furthermore, the variation time of the normal symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the electric accessory 2512 of the second big prize opening start port 2510 is relatively extended (opening time extension function). The above-mentioned specific game end condition determining means 1181 may have a function of performing a lottery for transition from a specific game (time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time the symbol changes (the falling lottery function is If you have a pachinko machine).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means 1190 stores the current game state relating to the first game {eg, special game state, stop symbol and variation mode information related to the first and second special symbols, on / off status of various flags, special game. First game state temporary storage means 1191 for temporarily storing the current game state (for example, the number of rounds and winning number information), etc., and the current game state for the second game {eg, special game state, on / off of various flags Second game state temporary storage means 1192 for temporarily storing a situation, a game state during a special game (for example, information on the number of rounds and winning prizes)} and the like, and a current game state related to the auxiliary game {for example, ON / OFF state of various flags And auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the variation mode information relating to the normal symbol. Here, the first game state temporary storage unit 1191 includes a first flag temporary storage unit 1191a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states relating to the first game, and a special symbol (change start) that is currently changing. Special figure information temporary storage means 1191b for temporarily storing stop symbols and variation mode information relating to the special symbols for which the condition is established, and information during the first special game (number of rounds, number of winning game balls in any round) Etc.) for temporarily storing the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c. The second game state temporary storage means 1192 includes second flag temporary storage means 1192a for storing ON / OFF statuses of various flags (a flag relating to the first stage special game, a flag relating to the second stage special game, etc.); 2 special game-related information temporary storage means 1192b for temporarily storing information related to the special game (the number of game balls won in the first big prize opening 2120 in the unit game). The auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 includes auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a for temporarily storing on / off information of various flags (flags related to auxiliary games), and normal symbols that are currently changing (change start conditions are established). Normal symbol information temporary storage means 1193b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the variation mode information.

  Next, the intergame adjustment means 1200 includes various temporary storage means (first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a-1, second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a-2, universal figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a, By referring to the game state temporary storage means 1190), the game state confirmation means 1210 for sequentially confirming the current game state, and the operation avoidance for avoiding the transition to the other special game during the execution of one special game And control means 1220. Here, the operation avoidance control means 1220 includes a first operation avoidance control means 1221 for avoiding the transition of the first game to the special game when the second game is shifted to the special game, and the first game is special. And a second operation avoidance control means 1222 for avoiding the transition of the second game to the special game when the game is shifted to the game. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail. First, the first operation avoidance control unit 1221 executes the operation avoidance process when the operation avoidance condition is satisfied with the first operation avoidance determination unit 1221a for determining whether or not the second game has shifted to the special game. And a first operation avoidance executing unit 1221b. Here, the first action avoidance executing means 1221b is a special figure fluctuation prohibiting means 1221b-1 for prohibiting the fluctuation of the special symbol related to the first game when the second game is shifted to the special game, and the second game. When the game shifts to the special game, it has special figure change timer temporary stop means 1221b-2 for temporarily stopping the change of the special symbol related to the first game during the special game. Further, the second operation avoidance control means 1222 is a second operation avoidance determination means 1222a for determining whether or not the first game has shifted to the special game, and the operation of the second game when the operation avoidance condition is satisfied. Second operation avoidance execution means 1222b for executing avoidance processing is further included.

  Next, the gaming peripheral device 2000 will be described. Since some of the peripheral devices have already been described in detail, only the effect display control means 2320 will be described. Note that the “production” here relates to the display of only information that does not affect the game result, including the variation of the decorative symbol in a form synchronized with the variation of the special symbol.

  The effect display control means 2320 is based on the display information receiving means 2321 for receiving various types of information from the main control device 1000 side, and the effect display on the effect display device 2310 mainly based on the information from the main control device 1000 side. Display control means 2323 for performing control. Here, the display information receiving means 2321 has main-side information temporary storage means 2321a for temporarily storing game-related information (for example, information related to the special game of the first game) from the main controller 1000 side. The game-related information temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a is appropriately referred to as necessary by various units described later in each process described below. Next, the display control means 2323 is a decoration symbol display control means 2323a for controlling the decorative symbol change display and stop display on the effect display device 2310, and the effect information and flags relating to the stop symbol, change mode, notice, etc. Effect information temporary storage means 2323b for temporarily storing information, effect information storage means 2323c for storing image data / audio data related to the effect, and any control relating to the hold information display processing on the effect display device 2310 Hold information display control means 2323d.

  Here, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a is a device for determining the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol based on the symbol information from the main controller 1000 side temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage unit 2321a. It further has figure display content determination means 2323a-1. Here, the drawing display content determination means 2323a-1 further includes a drawing variation content determination table 2323a-1-1 for reference when determining the variation pattern of the decorative symbol. Further, the hold information display control means 2323d further includes a drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323d-1 for temporarily storing the current number of held balls.

  In addition, the effect display control means 2323 further controls all control related to effects other than image display, such as effect processing such as lighting and extinguishing of the game effect lamp 190 and sound output from the speaker 114. In this best mode, the effect display control means 2323 is configured to integrally control the display, the game lamp, and the sound, but is configured to be separated as a functionally separate peripheral device. May be. In this case, the peripheral devices may be connected to each other with a board-to-board connector.

  Next, the flow of processing according to the best mode (type A) will be described. First, FIG. 4 is a main flowchart showing a flow of general processing performed by the main controller 1000. As shown in FIG. 4, first, at step 1000, the main controller 1000 determines the first special game transition determination related to the transition determination to the first special game, which is executed at the time of the normal game or the specific game in the first game. Execute the process. Next, at step 2000, main controller 1000 executes a first special game execution process related to the first special game. In step 3000, the main controller 1000 executes a second special game transition determination process related to the transition determination to the second special game, which is performed at the time of the normal game or the specific game in the second game. Next, at step 4000, main controller 1000 executes a second special game execution process related to the second special game. Next, in step 5500, the main control device executes a standby process after the end of the special game (+ game state control process after the end of the special game) that is executed immediately after the end of the special game. In step 5000, main controller 1000 executes a prize ball payout process. In this step, the main control device 1000 (particularly the prize ball payout determining means 1400) drives the prize ball payout device 3000 based on the winning opening where the game ball has won, and performs a predetermined prize ball payout process. Return to step 1000 again.

  Next, FIG. 5 is a flowchart of the first special game transition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1000 in FIG. First, in step 1300 (1), main controller 1000 executes a first random number acquisition process related to a process based on a game ball entering the first special figure starting port 2210. Next, in step 1300 (2), main controller 1000 executes a second random number acquisition process related to a process based on a game ball entering the second special figure starting port 2110. Next, in step 1002, main controller 1000 refers to game state temporary storage means 1190 to determine whether or not the special symbol variation start condition is satisfied, specifically, any special symbol is not changing. It is determined whether the game is not in a special game, is not in a standby state after the special game is finished, or the like. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1600, main controller 1000 executes variation start condition satisfaction determination processing for determining whether or not each special symbol satisfies the variation start condition. Next, in step 1400 (1), main controller 1000 performs special symbol display processing related to the special symbol variable display / stop display processing on first special symbol display unit 2131 of first special symbol display device 2130. (+ Specific game end determination process) is executed. Next, in step 1400 (2), main controller 1000 performs special symbol display processing related to the special symbol variable display / stop display processing on second special symbol display unit 2231 of second special symbol display device 2230. (+ Specific game end determination process) is executed. In step 1500, main controller 1000 executes a first special game operation condition determination process related to the process when the game content determination random number is a winning value, and performs the next process (the first special process in step 2000). (Game execution processing) In the case of No in step 1002, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game execution process in step 2000).

  Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart related to the first special game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 (1) and step 1300 (2) in FIG. In the following description, since processing related to the first special symbol and the second special symbol is common, the second special symbol is indicated in parentheses. First, in step 1302, the first special figure starting port entrance determining means 11111-1 (second special figure starting port entering determining means 111-2) is a first entrance detecting device for the first special figure starting port 2210. It is determined whether or not special drawing start entrance information is received from 2211 (second entrance detection device 2111 of second special view start opening 2110). In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first special figure random number acquisition means 1121-1 (second special figure random number acquisition means 1121-2) is the first special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a-1 (second With reference to the special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a-2), it is determined whether or not the number of the hold balls is not the upper limit (for example, 4 pieces). In the case of Yes in Step 1304, in Step 1306, the first special figure random number acquisition unit 1121-1 (second special figure random number acquisition unit 1121-2) determines the game content determination random number (winning random number, variation mode determination random number, special symbol). And the first special figure holding means 1131-1 (second special figure holding means 1131-2) together with information indicating what number is held, and the random number as the first special figure holding information. The temporary storage means 1131a-1 (second special figure holding information temporary storage means 1131a-2) is set. Next, in step 1308, the information transmission means 1300 refers to the first special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a-1 (second special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a-2), and the random number While acquiring the information of whether it was memorize | stored as suspension, the said information is transmitted to the production | presentation display control means 2320 side, and it transfers to the following process (step 1002). In the case of No in step 1302 and step 1304, the process proceeds to the next process (step 1002).

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of change start condition satisfaction determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. Here, steps 1604 to 1624 are priority display processing of the first special symbol at the time of normal game (non-specific game), and steps 1654 to 1674 are the second special symbol at the time of normal game (at the time of non-specific game). Is a priority display process. Therefore, first, the priority display process of the first special game in the normal game will be described. First, in step 1602, the hold release order control unit 1153 refers to the first game state temporary storage unit 1191, and the time reduction flag is set. It is determined whether or not it is off, that is, whether or not it is not currently in a time saving gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in step 1604, the hold release order control unit 1153 refers to the first special figure hold information temporary storage unit 1131a-1 and determines whether or not there is a hold of the first special symbol. . In the case of Yes in step 1604, in step 1606, the hold release order control unit 1153 refers to the first game state temporary storage unit 1191 and determines whether or not the variable waiting flag is on. Here, the “variable standby flag” refers to the second special symbol (first special symbol) in a situation where there is no hold on the first special symbol (second special symbol), as will be described later. Despite the presence of a hold, for a certain period of time (for example, 30 seconds or 5 minutes), the variation of the identification information of the second special symbol (first special symbol) based on the hold is prohibited, and the first special symbol ( This flag is “ON” when waiting for acquisition of a random number related to the second special symbol. If YES in step 1606, in step 1608, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and turns off the variable waiting flag. Next, in step 1610, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 again, turns on the first special symbol variation permission flag, and performs the next processing {special symbol display processing in step 1400. (+ Specific game end determination process)}.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1604, that is, when there is no hold of the first special symbol for which fluctuation is prioritized, in step 1612, the hold release order control means 1153 temporarily stores the second special figure hold information. With reference to the means 1131a-2, it is determined whether there is a hold of the second special symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1612, in step 1614, the hold release order control unit 1153 refers to the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and determines whether or not the variable waiting flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1614, in step 1616, the hold release order control unit 1153 sets a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds or 5 minutes) in the standby timer 1153a. Next, in step 1618, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first game state temporary storage unit 1191, turns on the variable standby flag, and performs the next process {special symbol display process of step 1400 (+ specific game end). Determination processing)}.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1614, that is, in a situation where waiting for the first special symbol to be put on hold, in step 1620, the hold release order control means 1153 refers to the standby timer 1153a, It is determined whether the time is up. In the case of Yes in step 1620, in step 1622, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and turns off the variable waiting flag. Next, in step 1624, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 again, turns on the second special symbol variation permission flag, and performs the next processing {special symbol display processing in step 1400. (+ Specific game end determination process)}. If NO in step 1606, the process proceeds to step 1610. If NO in steps 1612 and 1620, the process proceeds to the next process {special symbol display process (+ specific game end determination process) in step 1400}. . The above is the priority display processing of the first special symbol in the normal gaming state (non-specific gaming state).

  Next, the priority display process of the second special game at the time shortening game will be described. First, in step 1654, the hold release order control means 1153 refers to the second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a-2, It is determined whether there is a hold of the second special symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1654, in step 1656, the hold release order control unit 1153 refers to the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and determines whether or not the variable waiting flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1656, in step 1658, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and turns off the variable waiting flag. Next, in step 1660, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 again, turns on the second special symbol variation permission flag, and performs the next processing {special symbol display processing in step 1400. (+ Specific game end determination process)}.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1654, that is, when there is no hold of the second special symbol for which the change is prioritized, in step 1662, the hold release order control means 1153 temporarily stores the first special figure hold information. With reference to the means 1131a-1, it is determined whether there is a hold of the first special symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1662, in step 1664, the hold release order control unit 1153 refers to the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and determines whether or not the variable standby flag is off. In the case of Yes in Step 1664, in Step 1666, the hold release order control unit 1153 sets a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds or 5 minutes) in the standby timer 1153a. Next, in step 1668, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first game state temporary storage unit 1191, turns on the variable standby flag, and performs the next process {special symbol display process of step 1400 (+ specific game end). Determination processing)}.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1664, that is, in a situation where waiting for the second special symbol to be put on hold, in step 1670, the hold release order control means 1153 refers to the waiting timer 1153a, It is determined whether the time is up. In the case of Yes in step 1670, in step 1672, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and turns off the variable waiting flag. Next, in step 1684, the hold release order control unit 1153 accesses the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 again, turns on the first special symbol variation permission flag, and performs the next processing {special symbol display processing in step 1400. (+ Specific game end determination process)}. In the case of No in step 1656, the process proceeds to step 1660, and in the case of No in steps 1662 and 1670, the process proceeds to the next process {special symbol display process of step 1400 (+ specific game end determination process)}. . The above is the priority display processing of the second special symbol in the time-reduced gaming state (specific gaming state).

  Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of special symbol display processing according to the subroutine of steps 1400A (1) and 1400A (2) in FIG. Here, the process is characterized in that the transition to the first special game during the execution of the second special game is prevented by temporarily stopping the timer relating to the special symbol fluctuation during the execution of the second special game. . That is, the special symbol continues to fluctuate during execution of the second special game. In the following description, since processing related to the first special symbol and the second special symbol is common, the second special symbol is indicated in parentheses.

  Therefore, this flowchart will be described in order. First, in step 1402A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141-1 (second special figure content determination unit 1141-2) refers to the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191. Then, it is determined whether or not the first special symbol variation permission flag (second special symbol variation permission flag) is ON.

  In the case of Yes in step 1402A, in step 1404A, the game control unit 1100 accesses the first game state temporary storage unit 1191 and turns off the first special symbol variation permission flag (second special symbol variation permission flag). Next, in step 1403A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141-1 (second special figure content determination unit 1141-2) refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and the time reduction flag is on. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1403A, in step 1405A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141-1 (second special figure content determination unit 1141-2) uses the first special figure time reduction gaming state lottery table 1141a as a reference table. -1-2 (second special figure time reduction gaming state lottery table 1141a-2-2) is set, and the process proceeds to step 1414A. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1403A, in step 1407A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141-1 (second special figure content determination unit 1141-2) uses the first special figure normal gaming state lottery table as a reference table. 1141a-1-1 (second special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-2-1) is set, and the process proceeds to step 1414A.

  Next, in step 1414A, the first special figure content determination means 1141-1 (second special figure content determination means 1141-2) is the first special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a-1 (second special figure reservation information). The game content determination random number relating to the current symbol variation, which is temporarily stored in the temporary storage means 1131a-2), is read. In step 1416A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141-1 (second special figure content determination unit 1141-2) refers to each set lottery table and determines the game content determination random numbers (for example, winning random numbers and special random numbers). A stop symbol for the first special symbol (second special symbol) is determined based on the symbol determined random number), and the first special symbol (second variable) is determined based on the game content determining random number (for example, the winning random number and the variation mode determining random number). (Special symbols) are determined, and these are temporarily stored in the special symbol information temporary storage means 1191b.

  Here, in the case of winning and the case of losing, the stop symbol itself determined based on the special symbol random number is different. For example, when the special symbol determination random number that can be taken is 0 to 255, in the case of a loss, “−” is determined when any special symbol determination random number is acquired. On the other hand, in the case of winning, for example, when a special symbol determining random number of 0 to 24 is acquired, the symbol (“3” or “7”) related to winning A is determined, and a special symbol determining random number of 25 to 36 is determined. Is obtained, the symbol ("5") related to the hit B is determined, and when the special symbol determining random numbers 37 to 255 are acquired, the symbols related to the hit C ("0", "2", "4" "...) is determined.

  In step 1417A, the game control unit 1100 determines whether or not the lottery result is a win. In the case of Yes in step 1417A, in step 1418A, the game control unit 1100 turns on the hit flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a. On the other hand, if step 1417A is No, step 1418A is skipped. Next, in step 1419A, the information transmission means 1300 displays the symbol information (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) related to the first special symbol (second special symbol) determined in step 1416A and the current The gaming state is transmitted to the effect display control means 2320 side. Next, in step 1420A, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a-2) sets a predetermined time (fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined in step 1416A). It is set in the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-2-1). Then, in step 1422A, the first special figure display control means 1151-1 (second special figure display control means 1151-2) performs the first special figure display section 2131 (second special symbol) of the first special symbol display device 2130. On the first special symbol display unit 2231) of the display device 2230, the variable display of the first special symbol (second special symbol) is started in accordance with the variation mode stored in the special symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b. Next, in step 1446A, the first special figure display control means 1151-1 (second special figure display control means 1151-2) turns on the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a. In step 1424A, the game state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, so that the current second special game related flag (for example, the second special game transition permission flag, the second special game execution flag, etc.) is obtained. ) Is off, that is, whether or not the second special game is currently being executed.

  In the case of Yes in step 1424A, in step 1426A, the gaming state confirmation means 1210 further refers to the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-2-1). Thus, it is confirmed whether or not the special symbol variation timer is currently stopped. In the case of Yes in step 1426A, in step 1428A, the special figure fluctuation timer temporary stopping means 1221b-2 is temporarily stopped and the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1-1 (second special figure fluctuation management The timer 1151a-2-1) is turned on. Then, in step 1429A, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a symbol variation restart signal to the effect display control unit 2320 side, and proceeds to step 1434A.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1424A, in step 1430A, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 further provides the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-2-1). By referring, it is confirmed whether or not the special symbol variation timer is currently operating. In the case of Yes in step 1430A, in step 1432A, the special figure fluctuation timer temporary stop means 1221b-2 operates the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a- 2-1) is temporarily stopped. Then, in step 1433A, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a symbol change temporary stop signal to the effect display control unit 2320 side, and proceeds to step 1434A. Note that the process also proceeds to step 1434A even in the case of No in step 1426A and step 1430A.

  Next, in step 1434A, the special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. Here, in the case of No in step 1434A, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). On the other hand, in the case of Yes in step 1434A, in step 1436A, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a command indicating that the predetermined time has been reached to the effect display control unit 2320 side. Next, in step 1438A, the first special figure display control means 1151-1 (second special figure display control means 1151-2) performs the first special figure display unit 2131 (second special figure display unit 2130) of the first special symbol display device 2130. The special symbol variation display on the second special symbol display unit 2231) of the symbol display device 2230 is stopped, and the stop symbol stored in the special symbol information temporary storage means 1191b is controlled to be displayed as the fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1440A, the first special figure display control means 1151-1 (second special figure display control means 1151-2) turns off the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a. Then, in step 1442A, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a-2) performs the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1-1 (second special figure). The change management timer 1151a-2-1) is reset. Next, in step 1450A, main controller 1000 executes a specific game end determination process, and proceeds to the next process (first special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  In the case of No in step 1402A, in step 1444A, the first special figure display control means 1151-1 (second special figure display control means 1151-2) refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a, It is determined whether or not the changing flag is ON. If Yes in Step 1444A, the process proceeds to Step 1424A, and if No, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game operation condition determination process in Step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time / count counter 1181a to determine whether or not the time / count counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1454, the specific game control means 1180 subtracts 1 from the time-count counter value of the time-count counter 1181a. Next, in step 1456, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time reduction counter 1181a to determine whether or not the time reduction counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1456, in step 1460, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the time reduction flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and performs the next process (first special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). Migrate to Even in the case of No in step 1452, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first special game operating condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the first condition determination unit 1171a refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and determines whether or not the hit flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the first condition determination unit 1171a displays the first special symbol (or the second special symbol) displayed on the first special figure display unit 2131 (or the second special figure display unit 2231). It is determined whether the symbol is stopped in a predetermined manner. In the case of Yes in step 1504, in step 1506 and step 1508, the first condition determination unit 1171a turns on the first special game transition permission flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and turns off the winning flag. In step 1510, the specific game state control means 1180 accesses the first flag temporary storage means 1191a again, turns off the time reduction flag, and proceeds to the next process (first special game execution process in step 2000). . It should be noted that, also in the case of No in step 1502 and step 1504, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game execution process in step 2000).

  Next, FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the first special game execution process according to the subroutine of step 2000 in FIG. First, in step 2002, the first special game executing means 1171b refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and determines whether or not the first special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2002, in step 2004, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a first special game start signal to the first effect display control means 2150 side. Next, in Step 2006 and Step 2008, the first special game execution means 1171b turns off the first special game transition permission flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and turns on the first special game execution flag, The process proceeds to step 2012. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2002, in step 2010, the first special game execution means 1171b determines whether or not the first special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 2010, the process proceeds to step 2012. In the case of No in step 2010, the first special game execution means 1171b determines that the permission for the first special game has not been granted and proceeds to the next process (second special game transition determination process in step 3000). Transition.

  Next, in step 2012, the first special game executing means 1171b refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and determines whether or not the round continuation flag is on, in other words, whether or not the round is in the middle. Determine whether. If Yes in step 2012, that is, if the round is in the middle, the process proceeds to step 2023 without performing the processes in steps 2014 to 2022 described in detail below. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2012, that is, when it is just before the start of the round, first in step 2014, the first special game execution means 1171b clears the first special game timer 1171c-1 to a predetermined value. (For example, 30 seconds) is set. Next, in Step 2016, the first special game executing means 1171b clears the winning ball counter in the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c to zero. In step 2018, the first special game execution means 1171b adds 1 to the round number counter in the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c. The number of rounds stored in the first special game related information temporary storage unit 1191c is 0 immediately after the start of the first special game (initial value), and is incremented by 1 each time the rounds are repeated. Next, in Step 2020, the first special game executing means 1171b turns on the round continuation flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a. In step 2022, the first special game executing means 1171b drives the first electric accessory 2122 of the first big winning opening 2120 to open the first big winning opening 2120, and proceeds to step 2023.

  Next, in step 2023, the information transmission means 1300 transmits the current game state information (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning game balls, etc.) to the effect display control means 2320 side. In step 2024, the first special game execution unit 1171b refers to the first special game related information temporary storage unit 1191c and determines whether or not a predetermined ball (for example, 10 balls) has been won in the round. If Yes in step 2024, the process proceeds to step 2028. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2024, in step 2026, the first special game execution unit 1171b refers to the first special game timer 1171c-1 and determines whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed. Also in the case of Yes in Step 2026, the process proceeds to Step 2028, and in the case of No, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game transition determination process in Step 3000).

  Next, in step 2028, the first special game executing means 1171b stops driving the first electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 and closes the first big prize opening 2120. In step 2030, the first special game executing means 1171b resets the first special game timer 1171c-1. Next, in Step 2032, the first special game executing means 1171 b turns off the round continuation flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191 a. Next, in Step 2034, the first special game execution unit 1171b refers to the first special game related information temporary storage unit 1191c and determines whether or not the round is the final round. In the case of Yes in step 2034, in step 2036, the first special game execution means 1171b turns off the first special game execution flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a. In step 2038, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a first special game end signal to the effect display control unit 2320 side. Next, in step 2040, the game control unit 1100 accesses the game state temporary storage unit 1190, turns on the special game waiting flag, and proceeds to the next process (second special game transition determination process in step 3000). To do. Even in the case of No in step 2034, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game transition determination process in step 3000).

  Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the second special game transition determination process according to the subroutine of step 3000 in FIG. For convenience of explanation, the process includes not only a process related to the direct second game but also a process related to an indirect auxiliary game that induces the second special game. Therefore, the process will be described. First, in step 3100, main controller 1000 executes a normal symbol winning random number acquisition process related to a process based on the entry of a game ball into universal game entrance 2410. Next, in step 3200, main controller 1000 executes a normal symbol display process related to a normal symbol variation display / stop display on general symbol display unit 2421 of normal symbol display device 2420. In step 3300, main controller 1000 executes an electric chew drive determination process related to the process when the normal symbol winning random number is the winning value. Next, in step 3400, main controller 1000 executes a second special game operation condition determination process related to a determination process of whether or not to shift to the second special game.

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the normal symbol winning random number acquisition process related to the auxiliary game according to the subroutine of step 3100 in FIG. First, in step 3102, the general entrance entrance entrance judging means 1112 judges whether or not a game ball enters (inflow, passes) the general entrance entrance 2410. In the case of Yes in step 3102, in step 3104, the common random number acquisition unit 1122 refers to the general figure hold information temporary storage unit 1132 a and determines whether or not the number of held balls is not the upper limit (for example, 4 pieces). In the case of Yes in step 3104, in step 3106, the normal random number acquisition means 1122 acquires the normal symbol winning random number. Next, in step 3108, the general figure holding means 1132 adds 1 to the holding ball in the form of setting the random number together with the information on what number of the holding is in the general figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a. The process proceeds to the normal symbol display process in step 3200. In addition, also when it is No in step 3102 and step 3104, it transfers to the following process (normal symbol display process of step 3200).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of normal symbol display processing according to the subroutine of step 3200 in FIG. First, in step 3203, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the electric chew release flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 3203, in step 3204, the normal game display control means 1152 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a to determine whether or not the normal symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 3204, in step 3206, the general figure content determining means 1142 accesses the general figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a and determines whether or not there is a holding ball related to the normal symbol. In the case of Yes in step 3206, in step 3210, the content determination unit 1142 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a to determine whether or not the current gaming state is in the easy release state (time reduction flag is on). To do. In the case of Yes in step 3210, in FIG. 3212, the diagram contents determination means 1142 sets the drawing time reduction lottery table 1142a-2, and in the case of No in step 3210, in step 3214, The general map content determination means 1142 sets the normal map lottery table 1142a-1. In step 3216, the general symbol content determination unit 1142 determines the stop symbol based on the normal symbol random number based on the reserved ball.

  Next, in step 3240, the condition determination means 1161 determines whether or not the lottery result is a win. In the case of Yes in step 3240, in step 3242, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the normal symbol hit flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and proceeds to step 3218. On the other hand, if No at step 3240, step 3242 is skipped and the routine goes to step 3218.

  Next, in step 3218, the usual figure fluctuation time management means 1152a sets the usual figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1 for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds in the case of a short game, in the case of a normal game) based on the set table. Is set to 30 seconds). In step 3220, the normal figure display control means 1152 turns on the normal symbol changing flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 3222, the general-purpose holding means 1132 updates the holding information recorded in the general-purpose holding information temporary storage means 1132a after subtracting 1 from the holding ball related to the normal symbol, and the general-purpose display control. The means 1152 starts the normal symbol variation display on the universal diagram display unit 2321 after starting the common diagram variation management timer 1152a-1. Next, in step 3224, the normal time fluctuation time management means 1152a refers to the normal time fluctuation management timer 1152a-1, and determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 3224, in step 3226, the general map display control unit 1152 confirms and displays the stop symbol determined by the general map content determination unit 1142 in the above step 3216 on the general map display unit 2321. In step 3228, the normal figure display control means 1152 turns off the normal symbol changing flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and proceeds to the next process (electric chew drive determination process in step 3300).

  If NO in step 3203, step 3206, and step 3224, the process proceeds to the next process (electric chew drive determination process in step 3300). If NO in step 3204, the process proceeds to step 3224 and in step 3208. If no, the process proceeds to step 3214.

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the electric-chu drive determination process related to the auxiliary game according to the subroutine of step 3300 in FIG. First, in step 3302, the condition determination means 1161 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and determines whether or not the normal symbol hit flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 3302, in step 3304, the condition determination unit 1161 determines whether or not the normal symbol displayed on the normal symbol display unit 2421 of the normal symbol display device 2420 has stopped in a predetermined manner. In the case of Yes in step 3304, in steps 3306 and 3308, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the electric chew release permission flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a and turns off the normal symbol per flag, The process proceeds to the next process (second special game operation condition determination process in step 3400). In the case of No in steps 3302 and 3304, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game operation condition determination process in step 3400).

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the second special game operating condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 3400 in FIG. First, in step 3402, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and determines whether or not the electric chew release permission flag (see step 3306) is on. In the case of Yes in step 3402, in steps 3404 and 3406, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns off the electric chew release permission flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a and turns on the electric chew release flag. . Here, the “electric chew release flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the electric accessory 2512 of the start opening 2510 for the second big prize opening is being opened, and when it is on, it is for the second big prize opening. This means that the electric accessory 2512 of the start port 2510 is being opened. Next, in step 3407, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a to confirm the current state of the first game, and based on the confirmation content, the release timer 1162 receives the second largest value. The opening time of the electric accessory 2512 in the winning opening start opening 2510 is set. For example, when the current first game is in the time-reduced gaming state, a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) is set as the opening time of the electric accessory 2512, and the current first game is in the normal gaming state. Sets a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds) as the opening time of the electric accessory 2512. Next, in step 3414, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 opens the second big prize opening start port 2510 by driving the electric accessory 2512 of the second big prize opening start port 2510. Next, in Step 3416, the second special game control means 1172 determines whether or not a game ball has entered the ball entry detection device 2511 of the second big prize opening start port 2510. In the case of Yes in step 3416, in step 3417, the second operation avoidance determination means 1222a refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and the second flag temporary storage means 1192a, and is currently in the special game {first special game related flag Whether any of (a first special game transition permission flag, a first special game execution flag, etc.) and a second special game related flag (a second special game transition permission flag, a second special game execution flag, etc.) are ON} Determine whether.

  Here, in the case of Yes in step 3417, in step 3418, the second special game control unit 1172 turns on the second special game transition permission flag in the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, and proceeds to step 3420. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 3417, that is, when a game ball enters the entrance detection device 2511 of the start port 2510 for the second big prize opening during the first special game or the second special game, the step 3420. As described above, even if the right to transfer the second special game is acquired during the special game, the processing to invalidate the right to transfer is performed.

  In step 3420, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the open timer 1162 and determines whether or not a predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 3420, in step 3422, in step 3422, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 stops driving the electric accessory 2512 of the second big prize opening start opening 2510 and closes the second big prize opening start opening 2510. To do. In step 3424, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns off the electric chew release flag in the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a, and proceeds to the next process (second special game execution process in step 4000).

  If NO in step 3402, in step 3426, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related flag temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether the electric chew release flag is on. If Yes in step 3426, the process proceeds to step 3416. In addition, in the case of No in step 3416, the process proceeds to step 3420. Then, in the case of No in step 3420 and step 3426, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game execution process in step 4000).

  Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the second special game execution process according to the subroutine of step 4000 in FIG. First, in step 4100, the second special game control means 1172 determines whether or not the second special game transfer permission has been granted, and if the permission has been given, initial setting processing for performing various initial settings. Execute. Next, in step 4200, the second special game control means 1172 executes a first stage execution process for performing a first stage special game execution process and a second stage special game transition determination. In step 4300, the second special game control means 1172 executes the second stage execution process for executing the second stage special game execution process, and shifts to the next process (the prize ball payout process in step 5000).

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the initial setting process of the second special game according to the subroutine of step 4100 in FIG. First, in step 4102, the second special game control unit 1172 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192 a and determines whether or not the second special game transition permission flag (see step 3418) is on, that is, the first 2. Determine whether or not to shift to special games. In the case of Yes in step 4102, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second special game transition permission flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192 a and also temporarily stores the second flag in steps 4104 and 4106. The second special game execution flag in the means 1192a is turned on. Here, the “second special game execution flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the second special game (first stage special game or second stage special game) is currently being executed. It means that the second special game is being executed. Next, in step 4110, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a second special game transition signal to the second effect display control means 2240. Next, in step 4112, the second special game control means 1172 turns on the first stage flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Here, the “first stage flag” is a flag indicating whether or not a transition decision is made to the first stage special game or whether or not the first stage special game is being executed. It means that a transition decision is made for the first stage special game or the first stage special game is being executed. Next, in step 4114, the specific gaming state control unit 1180 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and determines whether or not the time reduction flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 4114, in step 4116 and step 4118, the specific gaming state control means 1180 accesses the first flag temporary storage means 1191a again, turns off the time reduction flag and turns on the time reduction reservation flag, The process proceeds to the next process (first stage execution process of step 4200). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 4102 and step 4114, the process proceeds to the next process (first stage execution process of step 4200).

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the first stage execution process of the second special game according to the subroutine of step 4200 of FIG. First, in step 4202, the second special game control means 1172 refers to the second flag temporary storage means 1192a to determine whether or not the first stage opening / closing continuation flag is off. Here, the “first stage opening / closing continuation flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the opening / closing process of the second grand prize winning opening 2220 related to the first stage special game is being executed. This means that the opening / closing process of the big prize opening 2220 is being executed. If YES in step 4202, in step 4204, the first stage special game condition determining unit 1172a-1 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a and the first stage flag (see step 4112) is ON. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 4204, in step 4206, the second special game control means 1172 turns on the first stage open / close continuation flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Then, in step 4208, the second special game control means 1172 sends the first stage opening / closing timer 1172c-2 and the specific area valid timer 1172c-1 to the opening / closing time of the second big prize opening 2220 related to the first stage special game, and The specific area valid time for the first stage special game is set. Next, in step 4210, the first stage special game executing means 1172b-1 drives the second electric accessory 2224 of the second big prize opening 2220 to start opening / closing the second big prize opening 2220. In step 4212, the first stage special game execution means 1172 b-1 has reached the opening / closing end time of the second big prize opening 2220 of the first stage special game with reference to the first stage opening / closing timer 1172 c-2. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 4212, in step 4214, the first stage special game executing means 1172b-1 stops driving the second electric accessory 2224 of the second big prize opening 2220, and opens and closes the second big prize opening 2220. Exit. In step 4216, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the first stage opening / closing continuation flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Next, in Step 4218, the second special game time management means 1172c resets the specific area valid timer 1172c-1 and the first stage open / close timer 1172c-2. In step 4224, the second special game control unit 1172 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a and determines whether or not the player enters the specific area within the effective time in the first stage special game, that is, It is determined whether or not a game ball entry signal has been received from the specific area winning detection device 2222 of the second grand prize opening 2220 within the valid time. In the case of Yes in step 4224, in step 4225, the second special game control means 1172 determines the unit game number of the special game by, for example, lottery, and stores the upper limit unit game number (in the second special game related information temporary storage means 1192b). The number of remaining unit games is stored as N). In step 4226, the second special game control means 1172 turns on the second stage flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Here, the “second stage flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the transition to the second stage special game is decided, or whether or not the second stage special game is being executed. It means that it is decided to shift to the second stage special game or the second stage special game is being executed. In step 4228, the information transmission unit 1300 informs the effect display control unit 2320 whether or not to shift to the second stage special game (for example, when shifting to the second stage, shift to the second stage. In the case where the confirmation signal, the round number information, and the second stage are not shifted, a second stage non-shift signal) is transmitted. Next, in step 4230, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the first stage flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a and proceeds to the next process (second stage execution process 4300).

  If NO in step 4202, the process proceeds to step 4212. In addition, in the case of No in step 4204 and step 4212, the process proceeds to the next process (second stage execution process 4300). In the case of No in step 4224, in step 4232, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second special game execution flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Then, in step 4234, the game control means 1100 accesses the game state temporary storage means 1190, turns on the waiting process flag after completion of the special game, and proceeds to step 4228.

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the second stage execution process of the second special game according to the subroutine of step 4300 in FIG. First, in Step 4302 and Step 4304, the second special game control means 1172 refers to the second flag temporary storage means 1192a and determines whether or not both the second stage opening / closing continuation flag and the second stage continuation flag are off. Determine whether. Here, the “second stage opening / closing continuation flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the unit game of the second stage special game is being executed, and means that the unit game is being executed when it is on. To do. Further, the “second stage continuation flag” is a flag indicating whether or not the second stage special game is being continued, and if it is on, the second stage special game is being continued (running). Means. If YES in step 4302 and step 4304, in step 4306, the second stage special game condition determining means 1172a-2 refers to the second flag temporary storage means 1192a, and the second stage flag (see step 4226). It is determined whether or not is on. In the case of Yes in step 4306, in steps 4308 and 4310, the second special game control means 1172 turns on the second stage continuation flag and the second stage opening / closing continuation flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. In step 4312, the second special game control unit 1172 sets the opening / closing time of the first big prize opening 2120 related to the second stage special game in the second stage opening / closing timer 1172 c-3, and the process proceeds to step 4314.

  Next, in step 4314, the second stage special game executing means 1172b-2 drives the electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 to start opening and closing the first big prize opening 2120. In step 4316, the second stage special game executing means 1172b-2 refers to the second stage opening / closing timer 1172c-3 to determine whether or not the opening / closing end condition is satisfied. It is determined whether or not the unit game end time (or the number of unit game end opening / closing times) of the game has been reached, and the second special game related information temporary storage means 1192b is referred to a predetermined winning number (for example, 10). It is determined whether it has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 4316, in step 4318, the second stage special game executing means 1172b-2 stops the driving of the electric accessory 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 and ends the opening and closing of the first big prize opening 2120. To do. In step 4320, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second stage open / close continuation flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Next, in Step 4322, the second special game control means 1172 resets the second stage open / close timer 1172c-3. In step 4324, the second special game control unit 1172 subtracts 1 from the upper limit unit game number (remaining unit game number) N stored in the second special game related information temporary storage unit 1192b.

  In step 4326, the second special game control means 1172 refers to the second special game related information temporary storage means 1192b to determine whether the upper limit unit game number (remaining unit game number) N is 0 or not. judge. In the case of Yes in step 4326, in steps 4328 and 4330, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second stage continuation flag and the second stage flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. In step 4332, the second special game control means 1172 turns off the second special game execution flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Next, in step 4334, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a second special game end signal to the second effect display control unit 2240. Then, in step 4336, the game control means 1100 accesses the game state temporary storage means 1190, turns on the standby flag after completion of the special game, and shifts to the next process (a prize ball payout process in step 5000).

  If No in step 4302, the process proceeds to step 4316. On the other hand, if NO in step 4304, the process proceeds to step 4310. Further, in the case of No in step 4306, step 4316, and step 4326, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process in step 5000).

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the waiting process after the end of the special game (the gaming state control process after the end of the special game) according to the subroutine of Step 5500 of FIG. First, in step 5502, the waiting control means 1175 after the end of the special game refers to the gaming state temporary storage means 1190, and determines whether or not the waiting process continuation flag after the end of the special game is OFF. Here, the “standby process continuation flag after the end of special game” means that during the standby process until the transition to a state in which a lottery for transition to a special game can be executed (normal game, time-reduced game) after the end of the special game. A flag that turns on. In the case of Yes in step 5502, in step 5504, the standby control means 1175 after the end of the special game refers to the game state temporary storage means 1190, and determines whether or not the standby process flag after the end of the special game is on. In the case of Yes in step 5504, in step 5506, the standby timer 1175a is set to the predetermined time (for example, 1 hour for the special game developed up to the second stage of the first special game and the second special game, the second special game). Set 5 seconds for special games that ended in the first stage. In step 5508, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a standby start signal after the end of the special game to the effect display control unit 2320 side. Next, in step 5510 and step 5512, the waiting control means 1175 after the end of the special game accesses the gaming state temporary storage means 1190, turns off the waiting process flag after the end of the special game, and continues the waiting process after the end of the special game. Is turned on, and the flow shifts to Step 5514.

  Next, in step 5514, the post-special game standby control means 1175 determines whether or not the player has operated the input button 5000, that is, whether or not an input signal from the input button 5000 has been received. In the case of Yes in step 5514, in step 5516, the standby control means 1175 after completion of the special game resets the standby timer 1175a, and proceeds to step 5520. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 5514, in step 5518, the standby control means 1175 after completion of the special game refers to the standby timer 1175a and determines whether or not the time is up. Also in the case of Yes in step 5518, the process proceeds to step 5520.

  Next, in step 5520, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a standby end signal after the end of the special game to the effect display control means 2320 side. In step 5522, the waiting control means 1175 after the end of the special game accesses the gaming state temporary storage means 1190, and turns off the waiting process continuation flag after the end of the special game. In step 1550, the specific game control means 1180 executes a game state control process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000). If NO in step 5502, the process proceeds to step 5514. If NO in step 5504 and step 5518, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000).

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the state determination process regarding the first game after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. First, in step 1552, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the game state temporary storage means 1190, and determines whether or not the current special game is the first special game. In the case of Yes in step 1552, in step 1554, the specific game control means 1180 has the first special symbol (or second special symbol) stopped on the first special figure display unit 2131 (or the second special figure display unit 2231). It is determined whether or not the attribute of is a hit A. In the case of Yes in step 1554, in step 1556, the specific game control unit 1180 accesses the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and turns on the time reduction flag. In step 1558, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined value (for example, 5) as the time-count counter value in the time-count counter 1181a, and proceeds to the next process (award ball payout control process in step 5000). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1554, in step 1560, the specific game control means 1180 has the first special symbol (or second special symbol) stopped on the first special figure display unit 2131 (or the second special figure display unit 2231). It is determined whether the attribute of (symbol) is hit B. In the case of Yes in step 1560, in step 1562, the specific game control means 1180 accesses the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and turns on the time reduction flag. In step 1564, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined value (for example, 33) as the time-count counter value in the time-count counter 1181a, and proceeds to the next process (award ball payout control process in step 5000). Even in the case of No in step 1556, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout control process in step 5000).

  On the other hand, if No in step 1552, that is, if the current special game is the second special game, in step 1566, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the game state temporary storage means 1190 to shorten the time. It is determined whether or not the reservation flag is on, that is, whether or not the game state on the first game side is the time-reduced game state at the time when the special game on the second game side this time occurs. In the case of Yes in step 1566, in step 1568 and step 1570, the specific game control means 1180 accesses the game state temporary storage means 1190 again, turns on the time reduction flag and turns off the time reduction reservation flag, The process proceeds to a prize ball payout control process in step 5000. Even in the case of No in step 1566, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout control process in step 5000).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a main flowchart on the sub-board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode. First, in step 6100, the effect display control means 2320 executes a decorative symbol display control process related to a variable symbol display / stop display in the normal game / specific game of the first game. Next, in step 6200, the effect display control means 2320 executes a first special game display control process related to various state displays (for example, display of the number of rounds, winnings, etc.) during the special game of the first game. . In step 6300, the effect display control means 2320 displays various statuses during the special game of the second game (for example, an indication of whether or not the right to move to the second stage such as the number of rounds and the number of winning prizes has been acquired). The display control process during the second special game is executed. Then, in step 6400, the effect display control means 2320 executes a standby demo display control process after the special game related to the demo display until the game is started again after the special game ends, and repeats the process of returning to step 6100.

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart (A type) relating to the decorative symbol display control process, which is a subroutine of step 6100 in FIG. First, in step 6101A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6101A, in step 6102A, the decorative symbol display control unit 2323a refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a and determines whether or not symbol information has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6102A, in step 6104A, the drawing display content determination means 2323a-1 changes the drawing based on the symbol information from the main controller 1000 side temporarily stored in the main information temporary storage means 2321a. With reference to the content determination table 2323a-1-1, the decoration pattern variation mode and the stop symbol are determined. The stop symbol / variation mode from the main controller 1000 side (that is, the special symbol stop symbol / variation mode) and the stop symbol / variation mode determined by the first effect display control means 2150 side (that is, the decoration symbol stop) For example, even if the ratio of the variation mode on the effect display control means 2320 side has a plurality of patterns with respect to one variation mode from the main controller 1000 side. Good. Next, in step 6105A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a turns on the symbol changing flag. Then, in step 6106A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a starts variable display of decorative symbols on the effect display device 2310 in accordance with the content determined in step 6104A. Next, in step 6107A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a determines whether or not the symbol variation pause flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6107A, in step 6108A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a symbol change temporary stop signal has been received from the main controller 1000 side. judge. In the case of Yes in step 6108A, in step 6109A and step 6110A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a turns on the symbol variation temporary stop flag and pauses the fluctuation decorative symbol on the effect display device 2310 (swing). fluctuate. Then, in step 6112A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2321a, and determines whether or not a symbol variation restart signal has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6112A, in step 6113A and step 6114A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a turns off the symbol variation temporary stop flag and restarts the variation of the decorative symbol that has been temporarily stopped (swing variation). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6112A, the process waits until a restart signal is received. In step 6116A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a final display command has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6116A, in step 6118A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a confirms and displays the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in accordance with the determination content in step 6104A. Then, in step 6119A, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a turns off the symbol changing flag, and proceeds to the next processing (first special game display control processing 6200). If No in Step 6101A, the process proceeds to Step 6107A. If No in Step 6102A and Step 6116A, the process proceeds to the next process (first special game display control process 6200), and No in Step 6107A. If YES in step 6112A, the process advances to step 6116A if NO in steps 6108A and 6112A.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the display control process during the first special game according to the subroutine of step 6200 in FIG. First, in step 6201, the display control means 2323 determines whether or not the first special gaming flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6201, in step 6202, the display control means 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not the first special game start signal has been received from the main control device 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6202, in step 6203 and step 6204, the display control means 2323 turns on the first special game in-progress flag and performs a jackpot start display on the effect display device 2310. In step 6206, the display control unit 2323 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winnings on the effect display device 2310 based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main control device 1000 side in step 2123. In step 6208, the display control means 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not the first special game end signal has been received from the main control apparatus 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6208, in step 6210, the display control means 2323 performs jackpot end display on the drawing display unit 2141 of the first effect display device 2140. In step 6211, the display control unit 2323 turns off the first special game flag and proceeds to the next process (second special game display control process 6300). In the case of No in Step 6201, the process proceeds to Step 6206, and also in the case of No in Step 6202 and Step 6208, the process proceeds to the next process (second special game display control process 6300).

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the second special game display control processing according to the subroutine of step 6300 in FIG. First, in Step 6330 and Step 6332, the display control means 2323 determines whether or not the second stage special game flag and the first stage special game flag are off. In step 6302, the display control means 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, and determines whether or not a second special game start signal has been received from the main control device 1000 side (see step 4110). In the case of Yes in step 6302, in step 6334 and step 6304, the display control means 2323 turns on the first stage special game in-progress flag and displays the first stage special game jackpot start display on the effect display device 2310. . Next, in step 6306, the display control means 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, and determines whether or not the information indicating whether or not to shift to the second stage special game has been received from the main control device 1000 side. Determine (see step 4228). In the case of Yes in Step 6306, in Step 6336 and Step 6308, the display control means 2323 turns off the first stage special gaming flag, and the information received in Step 6306 is a transition confirmation signal for the second stage. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in Step 6308, in Step 6310 and Step 6314, the display control means 2323 performs the big hit start display of the second stage special game on the effect display device 2310, and sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winning prizes. In step 6316, the display control unit 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage unit 2321a and determines whether or not the second special game end signal is received from the main control device 1000 side. In the case of Yes in Step 6316, in Step 6318 and Step 6340, the display control means 2323 displays the second stage jackpot end display on the effect display device 2310, turns off the second stage special game flag, The process proceeds to the process (standby demo display control process after completion of special game in step 6400).

  If NO in step 6330, the process proceeds to step 6314. If NO in step 6332, the process proceeds to step 6306. If NO in step 6302, step 6306, and step 6316, the next process (step The process proceeds to 6400, a stand-by demo display control process after special game. In the case of No in step 6308, in step 6312, the display control means 2323 performs the first stage jackpot end display (the end display of the special game) on the second effect display device 2230, and the next The process proceeds to the process (standby demo display control process after completion of special game in step 6400).

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the standby demonstration display control processing after the special game according to the subroutine of Step 6400 in FIG. First, in step 6402, the display control means 2323 refers to the effect information temporary storage means 2323b, and determines whether or not the standby demonstration display flag after completion of the special game is off. Here, the “waiting demonstration display flag after the end of special game” is “ON” when the demonstration display executed on the effect display device 2310 is continued after the end of the special game and before the start of symbol variation. It is a flag. In the case of Yes in step 6402, in step 6404, the display control means 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, and determines whether or not a standby start signal after the end of the special game has been received from the main control device 1000 side. . In the case of Yes in step 6404, in step 6406, the display control means 2323 accesses the effect information temporary storage means 2323b and turns on the standby demonstration display flag after completion of the special game. Next, in step 6408, the display control means 2323 accesses the effect information storage means 2323c, acquires display data regarding the toilet time message, and executes and controls the display on the effect display device 2310. In step 6410, the display control unit 2323 refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a and determines whether or not a standby end signal after the end of the special game has been received from the main control device 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6410, in step 6412, the display control means 2323 accesses the effect information storage means 2323c, acquires display data related to the toilet time end message, and executes and controls the display on the effect display device 2310. . In step 6414, the display control unit 2323 accesses the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a, turns off the standby demonstration display flag after the end of the special game, and proceeds to the next process (decorated symbol display control process in step 6100). Transition. If NO in step 6402, the process proceeds to step 6410. If NO in step 6404 and step 6410, the process proceeds to the next process (decorated symbol display control process in step 6100).

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 30 to 33. First, a general game flow will be described with reference to FIG. 1. A game ball is released into the game area 120 when the player twists the firing handle 116 clockwise. The released game ball falls downward while repeatedly colliding with obstacles such as nails and windmills, and the game is started. Hereinafter, first, after giving a general description of the first-type game, the second-type game, and the auxiliary game, a description will be given of the features of the present invention.

《General explanation: Type 1 game》
When the game ball enters the first special figure starting port 2210 or the second special figure starting port 2110, the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed on the first special figure display unit 2131 or the second special figure display unit 2231. On the other hand, the decorative symbol is synchronized with the special symbol on the effect display device 2310 and the variation starts. Then, after the lapse of a predetermined time, the special symbol and the decorative symbol that have changed are stopped simultaneously. At this time, when these stop symbols are in a specific mode (for example, “777”), a special game is executed in which the first big prize opening 2120 which is in a closed state during a normal game is opened under a predetermined condition. In the best mode, there are a normal game state and a time-reduced game state in which the symbol variation time is relatively shorter than that of the normal game state as the lottery game state for transition to the special game. Then, after the special game based on the one-side game is completed, the game shifts to a time-reduced game state, and after the symbol has changed a predetermined number of times, the game returns to the normal game state. In this best mode, “hit A” is configured to be 5 times shorter, “hit B” is 33 times shorter, and “hit C” is timeless (ie, immediately shifts to the normal gaming state). Yes.

《General explanation: Two-sided game》
The special game on the two kinds side is executed when the game ball wins the start opening 2510 for the second grand prize opening. Specifically, when the game ball wins the second grand prize opening start opening 2510, the second electric accessory 2224 of the big two big prize opening 2220 is opened and closed a predetermined number of times (predetermined time) (the second special game) the first stage). At this time, when a game ball enters the second grand prize opening 2220 and the game ball enters the specific area 172, the transition to the second stage is determined. Then, after the unit game in which the first electric accessory 2122 of the first grand prize winning opening 2120 is opened is executed a predetermined number of times, the special game is ended.

《General explanation: Auxiliary game》
When the game ball enters the normal entrance 2410, the normal symbol on the normal symbol display unit 2421 starts to change. Then, after the predetermined time elapses, the fluctuating normal symbol stops. At this time, when these stop symbols are in a specific mode (for example, “7”), the electric accessory 2512 provided in the upper part of the start port 2510 for the second big prize opening which is closed during the normal game is opened for a predetermined time. It becomes a state. In the best mode, the substantially open state time of the electric accessory 2512 varies depending on the gaming state on the first game side. Specifically, when the game state on the first game side is the time-reduced game state, the variation time of the normal symbol is shortened, the probability of winning the normal symbol is increased, and the open state time of the electric accessory 2512 is increased. As a result, the substantial open state time of the electric accessory 2512 becomes relatively longer than that in the normal gaming state.

<< First feature of the present invention >>
The first feature of the present invention resides in a waiting game after the end of a special game, which is executed immediately after the end of the special game, up to a special game, a lottery game (normal game, time-reduced game). Describing with reference to the timing chart of FIG. 30, after the special game is finished (specifically, immediately after the final unit game of the special game is finished), the standby game is executed after the special game is finished. Here, the waiting game time is about 10 seconds at most in the conventional machine, but in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode, a very long time, for example, 5 minutes or 1 hour is set. (“T” shown in the previous stage of FIG. 30). Then, as shown in the subsequent stage of FIG. 30, when the player presses the input button 5000 after “t ₁ ” after the end of the special game, the standby game is ended after the end of the special game and immediately enters the special game. Transition to a transition lottery game (for example, a normal game). In this way, the player does not have to wait in the seat until all the reserved balls are digested as before, and uses the time of the waiting game after the end of the special game to take a rest such as a toilet. It becomes possible to take. Then, after the break, by operating the input button 5000, it is possible to immediately shift to the special lottery game transition to the special game without performing the remaining standby game after the end of the special game. In addition, as shown in FIG. 31, during the standby game after the end of the special game, on the effect display device 2310, along with a message display “Please operate the button to end the standby demo and start the normal game”. The remaining time of the waiting game after the end of the special game is displayed.

<< Second feature and third feature of the present invention >>
The second feature of the present invention is that when both the first special symbol and the second special symbol are in the holding state, which of the holding digests has priority depends on the gaming state. In addition, the third feature of the present invention is that when there is no special symbol hold that is prioritized, even if there is a special symbol hold that is not preferred, it is given priority for a predetermined time. It is a point to wait for the random number acquisition of the special symbol of the person who is. First, with reference to FIG. 32, the state of each symbol in the normal gaming state and the state of symbol variation will be described. Describing the figure in time series, three game balls enter the second special figure starting port 2110 in a row in a situation where no gaming balls enter the first special figure starting port 2210. However, the variation of the second special symbol based on the ball entering the second special figure starting port 2110 is not started. Then, after the predetermined time “t” has elapsed in this state, the change of the second special symbol is finally executed. Here, during the first second special symbol change (2-1 in the figure), three game balls enter the first special diagram start port 2210. Then, the timing of the game ball entering the first special figure starting port 2210 is later than the remaining two (2-2 and 2-3 in the figure) related to the second special figure starting port 2110 described above. Nevertheless, after the first variation of the second special symbol (2-1 in the figure) ends, the variation of the first special symbol is executed three times in succession. As described above, in the normal gaming state, even when the second special symbol is on hold, the second special symbol changes until entering the first special symbol start port 2210 for a predetermined time (t). To wait. When the first special symbol is put on hold, priority is given to the variation of the first special symbol regardless of the order in which the game balls enter.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 33, the state of each symbol in the time-reduced gaming state and the state of symbol variation will be described. Describing the figure in time series, three game balls enter the first special figure starting port 2210 in succession in a situation where no game balls enter the second special figure starting port 2110. However, the variation of the first special symbol based on the ball entering the first special figure starting port 2210 is not started. And after predetermined time "t" passes in this state, the fluctuation | variation of a 1st special symbol is performed at last. Here, three game balls enter the second special figure starting port 2110 during the first change of the first special symbol (1-1 in the figure). Then, the timing of the game ball entering the second special figure start opening 2110 is later than the remaining two (1-2 and 1-3 in the figure) related to the first special figure start opening 2210 described above. Nevertheless, after the first variation of the first special symbol (1-1 in the figure) is finished, the variation of the second special symbol is executed three times in succession. As described above, in the normal gaming state, even when the first special symbol is on hold, the first special symbol changes until the ball enters the second special symbol start port 2110 for a predetermined time (t). To wait. When the second special symbol is put on hold, priority is given to the variation of the second special symbol regardless of the order in which the game balls enter. Here, as can be seen from FIG. 1, the first special figure starting port 2210, the first special winning opening 2120, and the second special figure starting port 2110 are arranged at positions separated from each other so that they can be distinguished. Has been. Therefore, the first special figure starting port 2210 and the first grand prize are made without making a game ball enter the second special figure starting port 2110 by hitting weakly or bumping in the normal game and the special game. It becomes possible to allow a game ball to enter the mouth 2120. In this case, after the special game is over, the second special symbol is prioritized. However, since there is no hold of the second special symbol, after the end of the standby game after the special game, for the predetermined time “t”, It is possible to wait for a change in one special symbol. Then, by setting the predetermined time “t” as a long time, for example, 5 minutes or 1 hour, the player can take a rest or the like during the period. Then, after the break, the player aims at the second special figure starting port 2110 by making a strong hit, and when the game ball enters the starting port 2110, the second special symbol changes, and the game is substantially To begin.

  According to this best mode, the waiting time after the end of the special game (the time when the lottery for the transition to the special game is not made) can be shortened based on the player's intention, so that the special timing can be obtained at the timing desired by the player. There is an effect that a lottery game transition to a game can be started. Furthermore, by setting a long waiting time after the end of the special game, it is possible to construct a situation in which the player does not shift to the special game lottery game unless the player operates the input means. As a result of avoiding the situation where the seats are not set up only after all the identification information fluctuations in the hold state have been completed immediately after that, the player can take a break immediately after the end of the special game while preventing the player from generating lost profits due to the use of the hold. There is also an effect that it becomes possible to take.

  Furthermore, when the player does not perform an input operation indefinitely, it is configured to shift to the normal game after a predetermined time has elapsed, so that it is possible to avoid temporarily storing the hold information for a long period of time and the game progresses. There is an effect that it is possible to prevent a decrease in the operating rate on the hall side due to the failure.

  Furthermore, in a type 1 and type 2 pachinko game machine that can substantially trigger a jackpot derived from the second type only for a limited period after the end of the special game, even after the end of the special game, Since the player can take a break while preventing the loss of the player's lost profit, the player's profit can be prevented from being eroded.

  Furthermore, in a model in which random numbers are separately acquired based on the entrance of game balls into different starting openings, it is configured to change which random number based on which random game priority is given first depends on the game state. As a result, the novelty is given and the range of the gameability is widened while avoiding the complexity of the gameability, so that the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  Furthermore, in the model that obtains random numbers separately based on the entrance of game balls to different starting ports, if there is no random number (hold) for which special game transfer lottery is prioritized, the other random number (hold) ) Exists, it is configured to wait for a predetermined period until the random number on the priority side is acquired. For example, the special game transfer lottery on the priority side is given priority. If there is an advantage over the special game transfer lottery on the non-priority side, even if there is no hold on the priority side in the situation where the hold on the non-priority side exists, As a result of being able to continue the special game transition lottery on the priority side, it is possible to provide a more advantageous situation to the player.

  Furthermore, in the 1 type 1 type 2 type pachinko gaming machine capable of inducing a jackpot derived from the second type substantially only for a limited period after the special game ends, the second type is immediately after the end of the special game. When there is no hold related to the start opening, the player is placed in a predetermined standby state. Therefore, when the predetermined time is long, the player is prevented from generating a lost profit based on the hold start related to the first start opening. Can take a break, and after the break, the game can be started by a simple operation of aiming at the second starting port and firing a game ball.

  Next, the B type (losing stop symbol forced stop type) of the best mode will be described. Here, when the special symbol is fluctuating during execution of the second special game, the type prevents the transition to the first special game by forcibly stopping the special symbol with the stop-of-miss symbol. It is.

  First, functional features of the pachinko gaming machine according to type B will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. The pachinko gaming machine related to type B is forced to lose the special symbol related to the first game when the second game shifts to the special game instead of the special figure variation timer temporary stop means 1221b-2 of type A. It is characterized by having a lost symbol forced replacement means 1221b-3.

  Next, processing characteristics of the pachinko gaming machine according to type B will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. Here, FIG. 28 is a flowchart relating to processing on the main side, and more specifically, is a flowchart of special symbol display processing relating to the subroutines of step 1400 (1) and step 1400 (2) in FIG. Note that most of them are the same as those in FIG. 8 and are different only in that Steps 1424B to 1431B exist. Therefore, only the difference will be described. After the special symbol starts to change in step 1422B, in step 1424B, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, and presently displays the second special game related flag ( For example, it is checked whether or not the second special game transition permission flag and the second special game execution flag are off, that is, whether or not the second special game is currently being executed. If YES in step 1424B, the process proceeds to step 1434B without performing the loss stop symbol forced stop processing according to this flow. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1424B, in step 1425B, first, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a confirmation display command to the effect display control unit 2310 side to forcibly stop with a lost symbol. Next, in step 1427B, the lost symbol forced replacement unit 1221b-3 forcibly replaces the stop symbol stored in the special symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b with the lost stop symbol, and the first operation avoidance executing unit. 1221b clears the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-2-1) to zero. As a result, the replaced lost stop symbol is fixedly displayed on the first special figure display unit 2131 (second special figure display unit 2231). In step 1429B, the first operation avoidance control unit 1221 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and determines whether or not the hit flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1429B, in step 1431B, the first operation avoidance control unit 1221 turns off the hit flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a. As a result, not only does the stoppage of the lost game stop, but the winning right also disappears internally.

  In addition, this type B is configured such that when the forced loss stop condition is satisfied, the changing symbol is immediately replaced with the loss stop symbol, but the change is extended until the loss mode is displayed as the stop symbol. A so-called “slip” method may be used.

  Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart relating to the sub-side process, and more specifically, a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process relating to the subroutine of Step 6100 in FIG. Note that most of them are the same as those in FIG. 24, and only the processing between step 6109B to step 6111B is different. Therefore, only the differences will be described. In step 6109B, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a receives a signal from the main controller 1000 side to forcibly stop with a lost stop symbol with reference to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 6109B, in step 6111B, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a forcibly stops the decorative symbol that is changing on the effect display device 2310 with the loss stop symbol, and proceeds to step 6119B. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6109B, the process proceeds to step 6116B.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 4 is a main flowchart on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a flowchart of the first special game transition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the first special game content determination random number acquisition process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of variation start condition satisfaction determination processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a special symbol display process (specific game end determination process) on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type A). FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first special game operating condition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the first special game execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the second special game transition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the normal symbol winning random number acquisition process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of normal symbol display processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of electric chew drive determination processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the second special game operating condition determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the second special game execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the initial setting process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the first stage execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the second stage execution process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the waiting process after the end of the special game (+ the gaming state control process after the end of the first special game) on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the gaming state control process after the first special game is completed on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 23 is a main flowchart on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type A). FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the display control process during the first special game on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the second special gaming display control process on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of a standby demonstration display control process after the end of the special game on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of a special symbol display process (specific game end determination process) on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type B). FIG. 29 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the display control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type B). FIG. 30 is a diagram showing the operation in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 31 is a diagram showing the operation in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 32 is a diagram showing the operation in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 33 is a diagram showing the operation in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention.

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172 Specific area 1100 Game control means 1121-1 First special figure random number obtaining means 1121-2 Second special figure random number obtaining means 1122 Common figure random number obtaining means 1131-1 First special figure reservation means 1141-1 First special figure contents Determination means 1141-2 Second special figure content determination means 1142 Universal figure content determination means 1151-1 First special figure display control means 1151-2 Second special figure display control means 1152 Universal figure display control means 1153 Reservation release order control means 1160 Electric Chu Open / Close Control Unit 1161 First Condition Determination Unit 1170 Special Game Control Unit 1171 First Special Game Control Unit 1171a First Condition Determination Unit 1171b First Stage Special Game Execution Unit 1172a-1 First Stage Special Game Condition Determination Unit 1172a -2 2nd stage special game condition judging means 1180 specific game control means 2110 second special figure starting port 21 0 1st grand prize opening 2131 1st special figure display part 2140 1st special figure entrance 2210 1st special figure start opening 2220 2nd big prize entrance 2231 2nd special figure display part 2421 2nd special figure display part 2510 2nd big prize entrance Start port 2512 Electric accessories 5000 Input button

Claims (3)

A variable winning opening that can be open and closed;
Gaming state transition determination means for determining whether or not the gaming state transition condition is satisfied;
When the gaming state transition determining means determines that the first gaming state transition condition is satisfied, transition to a special game transition to a special gaming state in which the variable prize opening that is closed in the lottery gaming state is in the open state And, when it is determined that the gaming state transition determination unit satisfies the second gaming state transition condition, a special game execution control unit that executes control to end the special gaming state;
Previous SL gaming state transition judging means, a third game state transition condition, if it is determined that the second predetermined time period after satisfaction of the game state transition condition has passed, the transition to a special game In a pachinko gaming machine having a special game transition lottery game execution control means for executing a lottery game,
The pachinko machine is
It further has an input means that can be operated by the player,
When the input means is operated before the predetermined period elapses , the gaming state transition determination means determines the third gaming state transition condition even before the predetermined period elapses. A pachinko machine characterized in that it is determined to be forcibly satisfied.   The pachinko machine is
  A first start opening where game balls can enter,
  A first identification information display unit capable of variable display and stop display of the first identification information;
  First random number acquisition means for acquiring a first random number for determining the content of the first game based on the game ball entering the first start port;
  First identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the first identification information based on the first random number;
  When the variation start condition of the first identification information is satisfied, the first identification information is changed for a predetermined time in the first identification information display unit according to the display content determined by the first identification information display content determination means. First identification information display control means for controlling to display the stop identification information after the display;
In addition,
  The gaming state transition judging means
  Transition to the special game It is determined whether the stop identification information of the first identification information, which is the first game state transition condition for shifting from the lottery game state to the special game state, is in a predetermined mode
Is configured as
  The pachinko machine is
  A variable winning opening having a specific area inside that can be in an open state and a closed state, which is the same or different variable winning opening as the variable winning opening,
  A variable entrance entrance that allows game balls to enter,
  A variable member provided in the starting port for the variable entrance, which can take an open state and a closed state;
  A third start opening where game balls can enter,
  A third identification information display unit capable of variable display and stop display of the third identification information;
  Third random number acquisition means for acquiring a third random number related to the open driving of the variable member based on the game ball entering the third starting port,
  Third identification information display content determination means for determining stop identification information of the third identification information based on the third random number;
  Third identification information display control means for controlling to display the stop identification information after the third identification information is variably displayed for a predetermined time in the third identification information display unit,
  When the stop identification information is in a specific mode, an open state availability determination execution unit that drives and controls the variable member to an open state;
  It is determined that the first game state transition condition is satisfied on the condition that the variable entrance is controlled to be in the open state based on the entrance of the game ball to the start entrance for the variable entrance Special game transition opportunity granting means to
In addition,
  The gaming state transition judging means
  When the variable ball entrance is in the open state by the special game transition opportunity granting means, when the game ball that has entered the variable ball entrance passes through the specific area, the second game state transition condition If the game ball does not pass through the specific area when the variable entrance is in the open state by the special game transition opportunity granting means, the second game state transition is not performed. Configured to determine that the condition has been met,
  The pachinko machine is
  As the lottery game state for transition to the special game, it has a non-specific game state and a specific game state that is easier to transition to the special game than the non-specific game state,
  The gaming state transition judging means
  When transitioning to the special game state after the transition to the special game state, when determining that the fourth game state transition condition is satisfied, and determining to transition to the specific game state, If it is determined that the fifth gaming state transition condition is satisfied during the specific gaming state, the transition from the specific gaming state to the non-specific gaming state is determined,
  In the specific gaming state, the third identification information display content determining means selects the specific mode as stop identification information of the third identification information with higher probability than the non-specific gaming state, or the third identification The information display control means selects a variation time shorter than the non-specific gaming state, and / or the open state availability determination execution means selects an open state time longer than the non-specific gaming state. Item 1. A pachinko gaming machine according to item 1.   In a situation where the first predetermined period and the second predetermined period longer than the first predetermined period can be selected as the predetermined period,
  The gaming state transition judging means
  After the end of the special gaming state executed when the stop identification information of the first identification information is in the predetermined mode, or the variable entrance is in the open state by the special game transition opportunity granting means. After the end of the special game state executed when the game ball that entered the variable entrance has passed the specific area, the second game state transition condition is satisfied. When the second predetermined period elapses after being satisfied, the third game state transition condition is set as the third game state transition condition. When the ball does not pass through the specific area, the third gaming state transition condition is that the first predetermined period elapses after the second gaming state transition condition is satisfied. Item 2. Pachinko machine according to item 2

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