JP5041357B2 - Pachinko machines and control devices for pachinko machines - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention is a pachinko gaming machine of a type that obtains a random number based on a game ball entering the starting port and shifts to a special gaming state advantageous to the player when the random number is a winning value, In particular, the present invention relates to a pachinko gaming machine having a plurality of variable winning openings that can be opened during a special game.

The most popular pachinko machines currently have a special symbol on the display section such as 7-segment, which is displayed in a variable manner when a game ball enters the starting port. Is a type that shifts to a special game that is more profitable for the player than the normal game state (such as a conventional “first”). Seed game machine ") (for example, Patent Document 1). Here, the main character that increases the profit state of the player during the special game is a winning prize port called a variable winning prize port. The variable prize opening is configured to perform a conversion operation in an open state in which the movable member can easily receive a ball when the solenoid is turned on (or off) and in a closed state in which the movable member does not accept the ball when the solenoid is turned off (or turned on). Has been.
JP-A-3-64106

  Here, recently, pachinko machines having a plurality of (typically two) variable winning holes have appeared. In the case of a special game, either the type of winning symbol that triggered the special game or an internal lottery executed after the special game transfer is decided or at the same time as the transfer decision, either Only one variable winning opening is controlled to be open. By the way, the opening process of the variable prize opening at the time of the special game, for example, first, a confirmation process of which variable prize opening should be opened is performed periodically (for example, every 4 milliseconds). As a result, when it is determined that a certain variable prize opening should be opened, an excitation command signal for exciting the solenoid is transmitted. However, in the pachinko gaming machine adopting such a process, there is a fear of fraud based on an external signal (such as a radio wave). That is, in the situation where one of the variable prize openings is in an open state, when an excitation command signal for energizing the solenoid related to the other variable prize opening is illegally transmitted, both variable prize openings are in the open state. Fall into a situation. The fraudulent acts not only cause damage to the hall side, but also the wrinkle reaches healthy players.

  Therefore, according to the present invention, when one variable prize opening is open during a special game, the other variable prize opening is not opened even when an illegal signal is transmitted from the outside. An object of the present invention is to provide a means that can be realized by an extremely simple process without providing a large-scale fraud prevention means.

The present invention (1) includes a first variable winning opening (first large winning opening 2120) having a movable member that can be variably controlled between an open state and a closed state by excitation and demagnetization of a first solenoid (first solenoid 2123). ,
A second variable winning opening (second large winning opening 2220) having a movable member that can be variably controlled between an open state and a closed state by excitation and demagnetization of the second solenoid (second solenoid 2223);
Solenoid drive control means (first solenoid) that excites the first solenoid (first solenoid 2123) by receiving a first excitation signal and excites the second solenoid (second solenoid 2223) by receiving a second excitation signal. Solenoid control means 2124, second solenoid control means 2224),
Special game execution means (special game control means 1170) for transmitting the first excitation signal or the second excitation signal to the solenoid drive control means (first solenoid control means 2124, second solenoid control means 2224). When the effect displayed on the effect display unit (the first special figure display unit 2131 and the second special figure display unit 2231) in the non-special game state has a predetermined result, the non-special game state Is a pachinko machine equipped with at least two variable winning holes that can shift to a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player, and only one of the variable winning holes under a single unit game under the special gaming state. In pachinko machines that are controlled to be open,
The solenoid drive control means (first solenoid control means 2124, second solenoid control means 2224) received the second excitation signal when the first variable prize opening (first big prize opening 2120) is in an open state. In this case, excitation of the second solenoid (second solenoid 2223) is not executed, and the first excitation signal is received when the second variable winning opening (second large winning opening 2220) is open. In this case, the pachinko gaming machine does not execute excitation of the first solenoid (first solenoid 2123) .

  Here, the meaning of each term in the claims and the specification will be described. First, the “non-special game state” means a game state in which a lottery for a special game that is advantageous to the player is being drawn, and not only a normal game state but also a special game transition with a higher probability than the normal game state. Also included are specific games such as a probability-changing game state in which a lottery is performed and a time-reduced game in which a lottery for a special game transition is performed in a shorter time than the normal game state. “Direction” refers to display content that enhances the fun of the game, and examples thereof include moving images such as animation and live action, still images such as pictures and photos, or combinations thereof. Specifically, there can be mentioned a change display and stop display of identification information, and a notice display that informs or suggests the change display or stop display of the identification information in advance. Here, the “identification information” is not particularly limited as long as it is visually recognizable, and includes, for example, numbers, characters, symbols, and the like (for example, decorative symbols and special symbols). The “open state” refers to a state in which game balls can flow in or can easily flow in, and the “closed state” refers to a state in which game balls cannot flow in or a state in which game balls are difficult to flow in. “Winning” is a concept related to award ball payout. “Random number” is a random number (game content determination random number) used in a lottery (a lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine. For example, a so-called “ “Basic random numbers”, specifically, “Winning random numbers” related to the transition of special games, “Variation mode determination random numbers” for determining the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol, “Design symbols for determining the stop symbol” “Decided random number”, “hit symbol determined random number” for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game, and the like. 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 a stop symbol directly from a random number and determining the variation content from the stop symbol, when determining a special symbol directly from a random number and determining a decorative symbol from the special symbol, When determining whether or not to give notice based on the stop identification information). The “identification information change start condition” indicates, for example, that the identification information is not changing or is not in a special game.

According to the present invention (1), when one variable prize opening is in an open state during a special game, the other variable prize opening is in an open state even when an illegal signal is transmitted from the outside. Therefore, there is an effect that it becomes possible to reduce the hole based on fraud and the disadvantages of other players .

  The best mode of the present invention will be described below. The following best mode is a model in which two conventional first-class pachinko machines are mixed, but is not limited to this. For example, other game machines (for example, conventional first-class single machines) It is also within the scope of the present invention to be applied to a gaming machine having two conventional first type functions and one conventional second type function. It should be noted that this is the best mode, and the following modes are related to the location and function of each means, the order of each step for various processes, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, etc. It is not limited to.

  Here, the best mode of the present invention is the “parallel mode” in which even if one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is fluctuating, the other special symbol variation is not prohibited, and the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The present invention relates to a type in which there is a “series mode” in which when one symbol of a special symbol is fluctuating, the other symbol variation is prohibited. However, the present invention includes a type in which only the serial mode exists and a type in which only the parallel mode exists. Here, in this best mode, in order to avoid a plurality of special games from being executed simultaneously in the parallel mode, a “forced pause type” (type A) and a “forced loss symbol replacement type” (described later) ( Each type B) exists. Hereinafter, type A of the best mode will be described first.

  First, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode (type A) 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 out 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 plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown), various general winning ports, a first special figure starting port 2110, a second special figure starting port 2210, a general drawing winning port 2410, 1st grand prize opening 2120, 2nd big prize opening 2220, 1st special symbol display device 2130, 2nd special symbol display device 2230, production display device 2310, normal symbol display device 2420, center decoration 192 and out mouth 142 are installed Has been. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

  First, the first special figure starting port 2110 is installed as a starting winning port corresponding to the first game. As a specific configuration, the first special figure starting port 2110 includes a first entrance detection device 2111, a first electric combination 2112, and a first electric combination solenoid 132 for opening and closing the first electric combination 2112. With. Here, the first entrance detection device 2111 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first special figure start opening 2110, and the first special figure start entrance entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entry. Is generated. Next, the first electric accessory 2112 changes between a normal state where a game ball can win the first special figure starting port 2110 and an open state where the game ball is easier to win than the normal state.

  Next, the second special figure starting port 2210 is installed as a starting winning port corresponding to the second game. As a specific configuration, the second special figure starting port 2210 includes a second incoming ball detecting device 2211. Here, the second entrance detection device 2211 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the second special figure start port 2210, and the second special figure start port entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. Is generated.

  Next, the regular prize opening 2410 includes a ball detection device 2411. Here, the entrance detection device 2411 is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball to the general winning prize opening 2410, and generates the general start starting entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. In addition, the game ball entering the general prize winning opening 2410 triggers a lottery for expanding the first electric accessory 2112 of the first special figure starting opening 2110.

  Next, the first big prize opening 2120 (second big prize opening 2220) has a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened as a “big hit” when the first special symbol (second special symbol) stops in a predetermined manner. It is a winning opening corresponding to the first game (second game), which is located in the upper left (upper right) of the formed out port 142. Specifically, the first grand prize opening 2120 (second big prize opening 2220) includes a first incoming ball detection device 2121 (second incoming ball detection device 2221) for detecting the incoming ball of a game ball, A first electric combination 2122 (second electric combination 2222) and a first solenoid 2123 (second solenoid 2223) for opening and closing the first electric combination 2122 (second electric combination 2222) are provided. Here, the first entry detection device 2121 (second entry detection device 2221) is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first major prize opening 2120 (second major prize opening 2220). The first grand prize opening entrance information (second big entrance entrance information) that indicates the entrance at the time of the ball is generated. The first solenoid 2123 (second solenoid 2223) is first in a normal state in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win in a first grand prize opening 2120 (second big prize opening 2220) and in an open state in which a game ball is easy to win. The big prize opening 2120 (second big prize opening 2220) is varied. In this best mode, there are two special winning openings. However, a special game based on the first game and a special game based on the second game may be executed with a single special winning opening.

  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 (second 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”. The number and the “-” of the loss are displayed.

  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 the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol that change and stop in conjunction with the first special symbol and the second special symbol. . Specifically, by the display control of the display control means 2323, an effect display area / holding ball number display area of the first decorative symbol and an effect display area / holding ball number display area of the second decorative symbol are displayed on the screen. It is formed. In this best mode, the left side is assigned as the area related to the first decorative design, and the right side is assigned as the area related to the second decorative design. However, such allocation is not performed and the first decorative design and the second decorative design are displayed in the screen. May be configured to move freely. 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 as long as a common effect mode can be constructed.

  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.

  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 2110 (second special figure starting port 2210) (ie, gaming 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 (type A) will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. In addition, since the means concerning the dotted line enclosure in a figure concerns on the type B of this best form, these are mentioned later. First, the main control device 1000 is connected to a gaming peripheral device 2000 related to the game and a prize ball payout device 3000 that performs payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control device 1000 so that information can be transmitted. Yes. 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. The details of each means (device) will be described below.

  First, the main control device 1000 includes a game control means 1100 that controls the main control relating to the first game, the second game, the auxiliary game, and the general game, and an inter-game adjustment means 1200 that adjusts the first game and the second game. , Various game information on the game peripheral device 2000 side (for example, stop symbol (stop mode) information, stop symbol (stop mode) attribute information (for example, per probability variation, per time-limited time reduction, normal hit, lost)), Information transmission means 1300 for transmitting information on the variation mode (for example, variation time), special game start signal / state information / end signal, hold information, etc.} and a predetermined amount based on the winning of a game ball to various winning ports And a prize ball payout determining means 1400 for controlling the prize ball payout device 3000 so as to pay out the prize balls.

  Here, the game control means 1100 determines whether or not each random number can be acquired by determining whether or not each ball can be acquired, and whether or not the ball determination means 1110 determines whether the game ball flows into each ball entrance (starting port, etc.). The lottery means 1120 for acquiring each random number, the hold control means 1130 for temporarily storing the ball entering each start port during the variable display as a hold ball within the upper limit number, and each symbol based on each random number The symbol content determining means 1140 for determining the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.), display control means 1150 for controlling the variation and stop display of each symbol, and the first special diagram starting port 2110 Electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 for performing various processes directly related to the opening / closing decision of the first electric accessory 2112 and special game control means for controlling each special game advantageous to the player over the normal game 170, a specific game control means 1180 for performing a determination as to which gaming state the current gaming state is to be transferred to, and a process for shifting the gaming state based on the determination, for the first game and the second game, Gaming state {e.g. special gaming state, state related to opening / closing of electric Chu (easy-open state, non-easy-open state), stop symbol and variation mode information related to special symbol, on / off status of various flags, game during special game Game state temporary storage means 1190 for temporarily storing the state (for example, the number of rounds and winning number information)} and the like. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the entrance determination means 1110 is directed to a first special figure start entrance entrance determination means 1111 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the first special figure start opening 2110, and to the second special figure start opening 2210. 2nd special figure start opening entrance judging means 1112 for judging whether or not a game ball has entered, and a general figure start entrance entrance judging means for judging whether or not a game ball has flowed into the general prize winning opening 2410 1113.

  Next, the lottery means 1120 determines whether or not to acquire a game content determination random number (first random number) based on the game ball entering the first special figure starting port 2110, and according to the determination result, A game content determination random number based on the first special figure lottery means 1121 for obtaining a random number (for example, a winning random number, a variation mode determination random number, a special symbol determination random number, etc.) and a game ball entering the second special figure start port 2210 The second special figure lottery means 1122 for determining whether or not to acquire (second random number) and acquiring the random number (for example, winning random number, variation mode determining random number, special symbol determining random number, etc.) according to the determination result And a normal lottery means 1123 for determining whether or not the normal 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 means 1130 determines whether or not to temporarily store the game content determination random number acquired in a situation where the first special symbol variation permission has not been granted, and based on the determination result, the random number is permitted to vary. The first special figure holding means 1131 for holding in the first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a until the game goes down, and the game content determination random number acquired in a situation where the second special symbol variation permission is not down is temporarily stored. The second special figure holding means 1132 for holding the random number in the second special figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a until the symbol fluctuation permission is given based on the determination result, and the normal symbol fluctuation permission is A regular figure holding hand to determine whether or not to temporarily store the normal symbol winning random number acquired in a situation where it has not been downloaded, and to hold the random number based on the determination result until the symbol variation permission is granted 1133 and a. Here, the first special figure holding means 1131, the second special figure holding means 1132 and the universal figure holding means 1133 are capable of storing up to four, and for temporarily storing the random numbers combined with the holding order. The first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a, the second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and the general figure hold information temporary storage means 1133a are provided.

  Next, the symbol content determination means 1140 determines the stop symbol (stop mode) and the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first special symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first random number). Based on the content determination means 1141 and the acquired game content determination random number (second random number), the second special figure content determination means 1142 for determining the stop symbol (stop mode) and the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second special symbol. And a normal figure content determination means 1143 for determining a stop symbol of the normal symbol based on the acquired normal symbol winning random number.

  Here, the first special figure content determination means 1141 is a table different for each hit / losing the first special figure content determination lottery table 1141a that is referred to when determining the stop symbol and the variation mode related to the first special symbol. The first special figure content determination lottery table 1141a includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the gaming state (normal game → first special figure normal lottery state lottery table 1141a-1, Probability variation game → first special figure probability variation game state lottery table 1141a-2, time shortening game → first special figure time shortening game state lottery table 1141a-3). In addition, the second special figure content determination means 1142 uses the second special figure content determination lottery table 1142a referred to when determining the stop symbol and the variation mode related to the second special symbol as a different table for each hit / lost. The second special figure content determination lottery table 1142a has various lottery tables that differ depending on the gaming state (normal game → second special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1142a-1, probability) Floating game → second special figure probability variable gaming state lottery table 1142a-2, time shortening game → second special figure time shortening gaming state lottery table 1142a-3). Further, the general content determination means 1143 has a general content determination lottery table 1143a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to a normal symbol, and the general content determination lottery table 1143a is a game. Various winning tables that differ depending on the state are provided (normal game → usual drawing normal lottery table 1143a-1, probability variation game and time shortening game → usual drawing time shortening lottery table 1143a-2).

  In the best mode, the lottery table (the first special figure content determination lottery table 1141a) included in the first special figure content determination unit 1141 and the lottery table (second special figure content determination unit 1142) included in the second special figure content determination unit 1142 described above. The drawing content determination lottery table 1142a) has substantially the same characteristics. That is, the variation time according to the jackpot lottery probability and the selected variation mode is basically the same. Although not shown, each lottery table of the first special figure content determination lottery table 1141a (the first special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-1, the first special figure probability variation gaming state lottery table 1141a- 2. Each lottery table (second special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1142a-1, second special figure game lottery table 1141a-3) and second special figure content determination lottery table 1142a The figure probability variation gaming state lottery table 1142a-2 and the second special figure time reduction gaming state lottery table 1142a-3) each have a plurality of lottery tables when determining the variation mode, and a predetermined condition Is satisfied (for example, the number of holding balls is a predetermined number or more), a lottery table in which a short variation mode is easily selected is selected, while the predetermined condition is not satisfied. If the (for example, less than hold ball predetermined number), easily lottery table long fluctuation mode is selected is configured to be selected. In this embodiment, the lottery table related to the first special symbol and the lottery table related to the second special symbol are configured separately, but the lottery table related to the first special symbol and the lottery table related to the second special symbol are shared. You may comprise.

  Next, the display control unit 1150 performs first control on the first special symbol display unit 2131 of the first special symbol display device 2130 to stop and display after changing the first special symbol for a predetermined time. 1151, second special symbol control means 1152 for controlling to stop display after changing the second special symbol for a predetermined time on the second special symbol display unit 2231 of the second special symbol display device 2230, and normal symbol display There is a universal figure control means 1153 for performing control to stop and display after changing the normal symbol for a predetermined time on the universal figure display unit 2421 of the device 2420.

  Here, the first special figure control means 1151 further includes 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. Yes. The first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a further includes a first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Next, the second special figure control means 1152 further comprises second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a for managing the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined by the second special figure content determination means 1142. Yes. The second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a further includes a second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Further, the universal symbol control means 1153 has an ordinary symbol fluctuation time management means 1153a for managing the fluctuation time of the ordinary symbol on the ordinary symbol display unit 2421 of the ordinary symbol display device 2420. Further, the common figure fluctuation time management means 1153a further includes a common figure fluctuation management timer 1153a-1 capable of measuring time.

  Next, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 is a condition determining means 1161 for determining whether or not a condition for performing a process for opening and closing the first electric accessory 2112 of the first special figure starting port 2110 is satisfied. And an opening timer 1162 for measuring the driving (opening) time of the first electric accessory 2112 in the first special figure starting port 2110.

  Next, the special game control means 1170 determines whether or not the stopped first special symbol is in a predetermined mode, wins a win (a win flag is generated), and has a predetermined mode. In this case, the first special game control means 1171 for executing the first special game for opening the first grand prize winning opening 2120 under predetermined conditions and the stopped second special symbol are in a predetermined mode. Whether or not the winning combination has been won (the winning flag has been generated), and the second winning prize port 2220 is opened under predetermined conditions if the winning mode is in a predetermined mode. And second special game control means 1172 for executing the second special game.

  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.

  In addition, the second special game control unit 1172 has a second condition determination unit 1172a that determines whether or not a condition for shifting to the second special game is satisfied, and when the condition is satisfied, 2nd special game execution means 1172b for performing 2 special games, and 2nd special game time management means 1172c for performing time management of various processes regarding the 2nd special game. The second special game time management means 1172c further includes a second special game timer 1172c-1 capable of measuring time.

  Here, the first special game executing means 1171b (second special game executing means 1172b) will be described later in order to open the first big prize opening 2120 (second big prize opening 2220) during the special game. An excitation command signal for instructing the first solenoid control means 2124 (second solenoid control means 2124) to excite the first solenoid 2123 (second solenoid 2223) is periodically (for example, every 0.4 milliseconds). Keep sending. The first solenoid control means 2124 (second solenoid control means 2224) that has received the signal performs excitation by energizing the first solenoid 2123 (second solenoid).

  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 the best mode, the number of time reductions is 100 times, and during the time reduction, the variation time of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is relatively shortened compared to the non-time reduction. (Time reduction function). Further, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the first electric accessory 2112 of the first special figure starting port 2110 is relatively extended (opening time extension function). The time saving in the best mode ends when the total value of the number of changes of the first special symbol and the number of changes of the second special symbol exceeds 100 times. That is, the number of time reductions is subtracted for each change (stop) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The above-mentioned specific game end condition determining means 1181 has a function of determining whether or not the number of ends has been reached in a probability variation game with a limited number of times, for example (has a number variation probability variation game function). (In the case of a pachinko machine), it may have a function of performing a lottery transition from a specific game (for example, a probability variation game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time a symbol changes (has a falling lottery function) For pachinko machines).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means 1190 is a first game state temporary storage means 1191 for temporarily storing the current game state in the first game, and a first game state temporary storage for temporarily storing the current game state in the second game. 2 game state temporary storage means 1192 and auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 for temporarily storing the current game state in the auxiliary game.

  Here, the first game state temporary storage means 1191 includes first flag temporary storage means 1191a for temporarily storing on / off information of various flags in various game states relating to the first game, and a first special symbol ( The first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the fluctuation mode information related to the first special symbol for which the fluctuation start condition is established, and information on the first special game (number of rounds, in any round) A first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c for temporarily storing the number of winning game balls and the like.

  The second gaming state temporary storage unit 1192 includes a second flag temporary storage unit 1192a for temporarily storing on / off information of various flags in various gaming states related to the second game, and a second special symbol (variation) Second special symbol information temporary storage means 1192b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and variation mode information related to the second special symbol for which the start condition is satisfied, and information on the second special game (number of rounds, game in an arbitrary round) Second special game related information temporary storage means 1192c for temporarily storing the number of winning balls).

  The auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 temporarily stores auxiliary game related information for temporarily storing information related to the auxiliary game (for example, on / off information of various flags such as a normal symbol winning flag, a release extension flag, and a time reduction flag). Means 1193a and temporary figure information temporary storage means 1193b for temporarily storing information such as stop symbols and the like related to the currently changing normal symbol (normal symbol for which the change start condition is satisfied).

  Next, the inter-game adjustment means 1200 includes various temporary storage means (first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a, second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a, universal figure hold information temporary storage means 1133a, and game state temporary storage. By referring to the means 1190), the game state confirmation means 1210 for sequentially confirming the current game state, and when one of the first game and the second game has shifted to the special game, the transition of the other special game is avoided. The operation avoidance control unit 1220 for performing the adjustment and the adjustment mode control unit 1230 for executing the adjustment mode execution processing, the adjustment mode switching processing, and the like.

  In addition, you may comprise so that switching may be performed by operation by a player and / or a hall side. Or you may comprise so that switching may be performed automatically, when predetermined conditions are satisfied. For example, as the switching condition, when the first special symbol and the second special symbol are a predetermined variation mode (for example, reach mode or super reach mode) or a specific stop symbol; the first special symbol and the second special symbol or When the number of fluctuations of the first ordinary symbol and the second ordinary symbol reaches a predetermined value; from a certain gaming state (for example, a normal gaming state, a special gaming state, a specific gaming state), the gaming state is a player's profit state When the game state is changed to another game state (for example, normal game state, special game state, or specific game state); the total number of reserved special symbols reaches a predetermined value; the built-in timer reaches a predetermined time In the case (for example, mode switching is executed at 6 o'clock in the evening); when a game ball enters or a predetermined number of balls enter a predetermined entrance provided in the game area, or any combination thereof It can gel. The condition may be configured to be appropriately changed on the player and / or hall side by an input means (not shown).

  Here, the game state confirmation unit 1210 further includes a hold order temporary storage unit 1211 for storing the hold order related to the first special symbol and the release order of the hold related to the second special symbol in the first adjustment mode.

  The operation avoidance control unit 1220 includes an operation avoidance determination unit 1221 for determining whether one of the first game and the second game has shifted to the special game, and an operation avoidance process when the operation avoidance condition is satisfied. The operation avoidance execution means 1222 for performing this is provided.

  Here, when one of the first game and the second game shifts to the special game, the operation avoidance execution means 1222 is a special figure change for prohibiting the change of the special symbol related to the other game during the special game. When the prohibiting means 1222a and one of the first game and the second game shift to the special game, the special figure change timer temporary stop means for temporarily stopping the change of the special symbol related to the other game during the special game. 1222b.

  Also, the adjustment mode control means 1230 refers to the hold order temporary storage means 1211 when the symbol change is permitted under the first adjustment mode, and determines which of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is changed. Series mode symbol variation timing determining means 1231 for determining, switching condition satisfaction determining means 1232 for determining whether or not the switching condition between the first adjustment mode and the second adjustment mode is satisfied, and information regarding adjustment mode control Adjustment mode related information temporary storage means 1233 for temporarily storing the information.

  Next, the gaming peripheral device 2000 will be described. Since some of the peripheral devices have already been described in detail, the remaining configuration will be briefly described. First, the gaming peripheral device 2000 includes a first gaming peripheral device 2100 that is a peripheral device on the first game side, a second gaming peripheral device 2200 that is a peripheral device on the second gaming side, and a first gaming side and a second gaming device. The first and second game shared peripheral devices 2300 which are shared peripheral devices on the side, and the auxiliary game peripheral device 2400 related to the auxiliary game are provided. Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

  First, the first game peripheral device 2100 is in a closed state during the normal game and the first special figure starting port 2110 that triggers the transition to the first special game, and in a predetermined condition during the first special game. And a first special symbol display device 2130 capable of displaying and stopping the first special symbol.

  Here, the first grand prize opening 2120 includes a first entry detection device 2121 that detects the entry of a game ball into the prize opening, and a position and an entrance where the game ball enters into the prize opening. The first electric accessory 2122 that can be changed to a position that does not impede, the first solenoid 2123 for changing the position of the first electric accessory 2122, and the first solenoid 2123 that receives the excitation command signal from the main side And a first solenoid control means 2124 for controlling the driving of the first solenoid by energizing and exciting it.

  Next, the second gaming peripheral device 2200 is in a closed state during the normal game and the second special figure starting port 2210 that triggers the transition to the second special game, and a predetermined condition during the second special game. It has the 2nd big winning opening 2220 which becomes an open state below, and the 2nd special symbol display apparatus 2230 which can perform the stop display and change display of the 2nd special symbol.

  Here, the second grand prize opening 2220 includes a second ball detection device 2221 that detects the entry of a game ball into the prize opening, and a position and ball that inhibits the game ball from entering the prize opening. The second electric accessory 2222 that can be changed to a position that does not hinder the movement, the second solenoid 2223 for changing the position of the second electric accessory 2222, and the second solenoid 2223 that receives the excitation command signal from the main side And a second solenoid control means 2224 for controlling the driving of the second solenoid by energizing and exciting it.

  In this best mode, the first grand prize opening 2120 is allocated for the first game and the second grand prize opening 2220 is allocated for the second game. For example, in the case of the first special game or the second special game, In addition, both the first grand prize opening 2120 and the second big prize opening 2220 may be used.

  Next, the first and second game shared peripheral devices 2300 include the first effect and the second effect including a stop display and change display of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol, and a display indicating the progress of the game during the special game. There is an effect display device 2310 that performs display related to the effect, and effect display control means 2320 that controls all display control related to the effect including the first effect and the second effect. The first effect and the second effect are the results of the game, including the variations of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol in time synchronized with the variations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Only information that does not affect

  Here, the effect display control means 2320 is based on the display information receiving means 2321 for receiving various information from the main control apparatus 1000 side and the effect display apparatus 2310 mainly based on the information from the main control apparatus 1000 side. Display control means 2323 for performing the effect display control. Hereafter, each said means is explained in full detail.

  First, the display information receiving means 2321 has main side information temporary storage means 2321a for temporarily storing symbol information related to the first game and the second game from the main controller 1000 side.

  Next, the display control means 2323 includes a decoration symbol display control means 2323a that controls the change display and stop display of the first decoration symbol and the second decoration symbol on the effect display device 2310, and the effect display device 2310. The drawing hold information display control means 2323b that manages all control related to the display processing of the hold information related to the first decorative design and the second decorative design, and various information related to the production (for example, various information related to the decorative design that is changing, There is an effect display related information temporary storage means 2323c for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags), and a symbol change time management means 2323d for time management of fluctuation / stop of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol. is doing. In addition, the 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 the best mode, the display control means 2323 is configured to integrally control the decorative symbol, 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. The details will be described below.

  First, the decorative symbol display control means 2323a is a first decorative symbol display control means 2323a-1 for determining the variation mode and stop symbol (stop mode) of the first decorative symbol, and the variation mode and stop of the second decorative symbol. 2nd decoration symbol display control means 2323a-2 for determining a symbol (stop mode). Here, the first decorative symbol display control means 2323a-1 is based on the symbol information from the main control device 1000 side temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, and the first decorative symbol stop symbol (stop mode). ) And the first figure display content determining means 2323a-1-1 for determining the fluctuation mode, and the first figure fluctuation mode memory for storing data related to the first decorative symbol and the fluctuation pattern of the first decorative symbol. And means 2323a-1-2. Here, the first design display content determination means 2323a-1-1 is a first design variation content determination lottery table 2323a-1-1 for reference when determining the variation mode of the first decoration symbol. 1 is further included.

  Further, the second decorative symbol display control means 2323a-2 is based on the symbol information from the main control device 1000 side temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, and the second decorative symbol stop symbol (stop mode). 2nd figure display content determination means 2323a-2-1 for determining the variation mode, and second figure variation mode storage means for storing data relating to the second decoration symbol and the variation mode of the second decoration symbol 2323a-2-2. Here, the second figure display content determination means 2323a-2-1 is a second figure variation content determination lottery table 2323a-2-1 for reference when determining the variation mode of the first decorative symbol. 1 is further included.

  Next, the figure hold information display control means 2323b is a first figure hold information display control means 2323b-1 that controls the display of the number of reserved balls of the first decorative design, and the display of the number of reserved balls of the second decorative design. And a second figure hold information display control unit 2323b-2 for controlling the operation. Here, the first figure hold information display control means 2323b-1 further includes a first figure hold information temporary storage means 2323b-1-1 for temporarily storing the number of balls held in the first decorative symbol. Yes. The second figure hold information display control means 2323b-2 further includes second figure hold information temporary storage means 2323b-2-1 for temporarily storing the number of held balls of the second decorative symbol. .

  Next, the symbol variation time management means 2323d is a first symbol variation time management means 2323d-1 for time management of variation / stop of the first decorative symbol, and time variation management / stop of the second decoration symbol is managed. The second symbol variation time management means 2323d-2. Here, the first symbol variation time management means 2323d-1 has a first design timer 2323d-1-1 that counts the variation time of the first decorative symbol. The second symbol variation time management means 2323d-2 has a second design timer 2323d-2-1 that counts the variation time of the second decorative symbol.

  Lastly, the auxiliary gaming peripheral device 2400 has a normal symbol winning port 2410 that triggers the opening of the first electric accessory 2112 of the first special diagram starting port 2110, and a normal symbol that can display a stop and change display of a normal symbol. Display device 2420.

  The first special symbol display device 2130, the second special symbol display device 2230, and the normal symbol display device 2420 are connected to the main control device 1000 so as to be able to communicate information, and the remaining effect display device 2310 is an effect display control means. 2320 is connected to be able to transmit information. That is, the first special symbol display device 2130, the second special symbol display device 2230, and the normal symbol display device 2420 are controlled by the main control device 1000, and the effect display device 2310 is controlled by the effect display control means 2320. means. Note that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main controller 1000 and another peripheral device controlled by one-way communication.

  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 10, main controller 1000 relates to winning at the start opening (including the indirect contribution start opening) related to the transition to the first special game and the second special game. A winning process 10 for performing the process is executed. Next, at step 12, main controller 1000 determines whether or not it is in the first special game or the second special game {that is, the special game related flag (special game transition permission flag, special game execution flag) is off. Or not} is determined. In the case of Yes in step 12, the main control device 1000 executes a normal game control process in step 14 and proceeds to step 5000. On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 12, in Step 16, main controller 1000 executes a special game control process and proceeds to Step 5000. In step 5000, the main controller 1000 (especially the prize ball payout determining means 1400) drives the prize ball payout apparatus 3000 based on the winning opening where the game ball has won to perform a predetermined number of prize ball payout processing. Return to Step 10 again.

  Next, FIG. 5 is a flowchart of the winning process according to the subroutine of step 10 in FIG. First, in step 1100, main controller 1000 executes a normal symbol winning random number acquisition process. In step 1300, main controller 1000 executes special game content determination random number acquisition processing.

  Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the normal symbol winning random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the general game start entrance ball determining unit 1113 determines whether or not a game ball has entered (inflow, passed) the general game winning port 2410. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the ordinary drawing lottery means 1123 refers to the ordinary figure holding information temporary storage means 1133a, and determines whether or not the number of holding balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the normal symbol lottery means 1123 acquires the normal symbol winning random number. Next, in step 1108, the general-purpose holding means 1133 adds 1 to the holding ball in the form of setting the random number in the general-purpose holding information temporary storage means 1133a together with the information on what number is the holding. The process proceeds to (special game content determination random number acquisition process 1300). In addition, also when it is No in step 1102 and step 1104, it transfers to the following process (special game content determination random number acquisition process 1300).

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of special game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, at step 1302, whether or not the first special figure starting port entrance determining means 1111 has received the first special figure starting port entrance information from the first entrance detecting device 2111 of the first special figure starting port 2110. Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first special figure lottery means 1121 refers to the first special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a, and determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). . In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the first special figure lottery means 1121 acquires a game content determination random number (first random number). In step 1308, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the adjustment mode related information temporary storage unit 1233 to confirm whether or not the current gaming state is the first adjustment mode. In the case of Yes in step 1308, in step 1309, the inter-game adjustment unit 1200 releases these holds based on the number of holds in the first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a and the second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a. The release order (winning) order is stored in the hold order temporary storage means 1211 in the first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a so as to be released. For example, the first special figure starting information 2111a has been reserved three and the second special figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a has two reserved. In this case, the winning order “sixth” with respect to the winning is stored in the hold order temporary storage unit 1211. On the other hand, if step 1308 is No, step 1309 is skipped. Next, in step 1312, the first special figure reservation means 1131 stores the game content determination random number in the first special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a. Next, in step 1314, whether or not the second special figure starting port entrance judging means 1112 has received the second special figure starting port entrance information from the second entrance detecting device 2211 of the second special figure starting port 2210. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the second special figure lottery means 1122 refers to the second special figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a, and determines whether or not the holding ball is not the upper limit (for example, four pieces). . In the case of Yes in step 1316, in step 1318, the second special figure lottery means 1122 acquires a game content determination random number (second random number). In step 1320, the game state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the adjustment mode related information temporary storage unit 1233 to confirm whether or not the current game state is the first adjustment mode. In the case of Yes in step 1320, in step 1321, the inter-game adjustment unit 1200 releases these holds based on the number of holds in the first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a and the second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a. The link release (winning) order is stored in the on-hold order temporary storage unit 1211 so that the order is released after being released. For example, a new prize is awarded to the second special figure starting port 2210 in a situation where three pieces are held in the first special figure hold information temporary storage means 1131a and two pieces are held in the second special figure hold information temporary storage means 1132a. In this case, the winning order “sixth” with respect to the winning is stored in the hold order temporary storage unit 1211. On the other hand, if No at step 1320, step 1321 is skipped. Next, in step 1324, the second special figure holding means 1132 stores the game content determination random number in the second special figure holding information temporary storage means 1132a, and proceeds to the next processing (step 12). In the case of No in step 1302 and step 1304, the process proceeds to step 1314, and in the case of No in step 1314 and step 1316, the process proceeds to the next process (step 12).

  Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the normal game control process according to the subroutine of step 14 in FIG. First, at step 1700, main controller 1000 executes an adjustment mode switching process to be described later. Next, in step 100, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the adjustment mode related information temporary storage unit 1233 to confirm whether or not the current gaming state is the first adjustment mode. In the case of Yes in step 100, in step 102, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 confirms the current gaming state by referring to the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and the second gaming state temporary storage unit 1192, and The serial mode symbol variation timing determining means 1231 determines whether or not the variation timing of the first symbol has been reached based on the confirmation information. If Yes in step 102, main controller 1000 executes a first special symbol display process described later in step 1400 (1), and proceeds to step 1500. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 102, in step 1400 (2), main controller 1000 executes a second special symbol display process described later and proceeds to step 1500.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 100, that is, in the second adjustment mode, in step 1400 (3), main controller 1000 executes a first special symbol display process described later. In step 1400 (4), main controller 1000 executes a second special symbol display process described later, and proceeds to step 1500.

  Next, at step 1500, main controller 1000 executes special game operating condition determination processing described later. Next, at step 1200, main controller 1000 executes electric chew drive determination processing described later, and proceeds to the next processing (prize ball payout processing at step 5000).

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the adjustment mode switching process according to the subroutine of step 1700 in FIG. First, in step 1702, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the first gaming state temporary storage unit 1191 and the second gaming state temporary storage unit 1192, thereby confirming the current gaming state and switching condition satisfaction determination unit. Based on the confirmation information, 1232 determines whether the switching condition is satisfied. In the case of Yes in step 1702, in step 1704, the adjustment mode control unit 1230 refers to the adjustment mode related information temporary storage unit 1233, and determines whether or not the adjustment mode to be switched is the first adjustment mode. In the case of Yes in step 1704, in step 1705, the gaming state confirmation means 1210 refers to the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151 a-1 and the second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152 a-1, so that the switching timing ( It is determined whether or not any one of the symbol variations has stopped). In the case of Yes in step 1705, in step 1706, the adjustment mode control unit 1230 rewrites the adjustment mode stored in the adjustment mode related information temporary storage unit 1233 to the first adjustment mode, thereby adjusting the adjustment mode to the first adjustment mode. Switch to mode. In step 1708, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the first special figure reservation information temporary storage unit 1131 a and the second special figure reservation information temporary storage unit 1132 a, thereby storing the stored number information. After the acquisition, the adjustment mode control means 1230 sets the link release order based on the number-of-holds information (for example, sets it in a mechanically alternately allocated manner), and proceeds to the next processing (step 100). For example, if there are four reserved balls in the first special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1131a and two reserved balls in the second special figure reservation information temporary storage means 1132a, the first symbol variation → the second symbol variation → First symbol variation → Second symbol variation → First symbol variation → First symbol variation, etc. First, when the one hold is canceled and the other hold is lost, the order of releasing the other hold is set.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1704, in step 1710, the adjustment mode control unit 1230 rewrites the adjustment mode stored in the adjustment mode related information temporary storage unit 1233 to the second adjustment mode, thereby changing the adjustment mode to the first adjustment mode. Switch to 2 adjustment mode. In step 1712, the adjustment mode control unit 1230 resets the link release order stored in the hold order temporary storage unit 1211, and proceeds to the next process (step 100). It should be noted that, even if No in steps 1702 and 1705, the process proceeds to the next process (step 100).

  Next, FIG. 10 shows the first special symbol display process (second special display) in the first adjustment mode (series: pseudo-normal game state) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. It is a flowchart of a symbol display process. First, in step 1402, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) determines whether or not a variation start condition is satisfied.

  Here, in addition to the fact that the variation start condition is not during special game or symbol variation, in the adjustment mode (first adjustment mode), the symbol variation start permission from the adjustment mode control means 1230 may be down. It becomes a condition. That is, the adjustment mode control means 1230 refers to the hold order temporary storage means 1211 to check whether the current hold release is related to the first special symbol or the second special symbol, and based on the confirmation information. Then, the change start permission command is transmitted to the first special figure content determination unit 1141 or the second special figure content determination unit 1142.

  In the case of Yes in step 1402, in step 1404, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). Then, it is determined whether or not the probability variation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1404, in step 1406, the first special figure content determination means 1141 (second special figure content determination means 1142) serves as a reference table for the first special figure probability variation gaming state lottery table 1141a-2 (first 2 special figure probability variation gaming state lottery table 1142a-2) is set, and the process proceeds to step 1414.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1404, in step 1408, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) sets the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). Referring to it, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1408, in step 1410, the first special figure content determination means 1141 (second special figure content determination means 1142) serves as a reference table for the first special figure time reduction gaming state lottery table 1141a-3 (first 2 Special drawing time reduction gaming state lottery table 1142a-3) is set, and the process proceeds to step 1414.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1408, in step 1412, the first special figure content determination means 1141 (second special figure content determination means 1142) serves as the first special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-1 ( The second special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1142a-1) is set, and the process proceeds to step 1414.

  Next, in step 1414, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) stores the first special figure reservation information temporary storage unit 1131a (second special figure reservation information temporary storage unit 1132a). The game content determination random number related to the current symbol variation stored temporarily is read out. In step 1416, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) refers to each set lottery table, and game content determination random numbers (for example, winning random numbers and special symbol determination random numbers). The stop symbol related to the special symbol is determined based on the game, and the variation mode of the special symbol is determined based on the game content determination random number (for example, the winning random number and the variation mode determination random number). 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b) is temporarily stored. In step 1417, the game control means 1100 determines whether or not the lottery result is a win. In the case of Yes in step 1417, in step 1418, the game control means 1100 turns on the winning flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). On the other hand, if step 1417 is No, step 1418 is skipped. Next, in step 1419, the information transmission unit 1300 displays the symbol information (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) related to the special symbol determined in step 1416 and the current game state in the effect display control unit 2320. To the side. Next, in step 1420, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a) sets the predetermined time (the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined in step 1416) to the first special figure. It is set to the fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1). In step 1422, the first special symbol control unit 1151 (second special symbol control unit 1152) first special symbol display unit 2131 (second special symbol display device 2230) of the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230). 2 special figure display section 2231), the special symbol fluctuation display is started in accordance with the fluctuation mode stored in the first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b). Next, in step 1446, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) turns on the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). In step 1434, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a) determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. Here, in the case of No in step 1434, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). On the other hand, in the case of Yes in step 1434, in step 1436, 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 1438, the first special symbol control unit 1151 (second special symbol control unit 1152) displays the first special symbol display unit 2131 (first special symbol display device 2130). The special symbol variation display on the second special figure display unit 2231) is stopped, and the stop symbol stored in the first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b) is confirmed and stopped. Display control as a symbol. Next, in step 1440, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) turns off the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). . In step 1442, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151 a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152 a) is changed to a first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151 a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152 a- 1) is reset. Next, at step 1450, main controller 1000 executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process at step 1500).

  If NO in step 1402, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) in step 1444 sets the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). It is determined whether or not the changing flag is on. If yes in step 1444, the process proceeds to step 1434, and if no, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 11 shows the first special symbol display process in the second adjustment mode (parallel: pseudo-probability variation gaming state) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (3) A {step 1400 (4) A} in FIG. It is a flowchart of a 2nd special symbol display process. First, in step 1402A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) determines whether or not a variation start condition is satisfied.

  Here, the change start conditions are only that the special game is not being executed and that the first special symbol (second special symbol) is not changing with respect to the start of change of the first special symbol (second special symbol). That is, unlike the first adjustment mode, when the first special symbol (second special symbol) starts to change, the fact that the second special symbol (first special symbol) is changing does not constitute a variable start restriction condition.

  Next, in the case of Yes in step 1402A, in step 1404A, the first special figure content determination means 1141 (second special figure content determination means 1142) is the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). , It is determined whether or not the probability variation flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 1404A, in step 1406A, the first special figure content determination means 1141 (second special figure content determination means 1142) serves as a reference table for the first special figure probability variation gaming state lottery table 1141a-2 (first 2 special figure probability variation gaming state lottery table 1142a-2) is set, and the process proceeds to step 1414A.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1404A, in step 1408A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) sets the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). Referring to it, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1408A, in step 1410A, the first special figure content determination means 1141 (second special figure content determination means 1142) serves as a reference table for the first special figure time reduction gaming state lottery table 1141a-3 (first 2 Special drawing time reduction gaming state lottery table 1142a-3) is set, and the process proceeds to step 1414A.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1408A, in step 1412A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) uses the first special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1141a-1 ( The second special figure normal gaming state lottery table 1142a-1) is set, and the process proceeds to Step 1414A.

  Next, in step 1414A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) stores the first special figure reservation information temporary storage unit 1131a (second special figure reservation information temporary storage unit 1132a). The game content determination random number related to the current symbol variation stored temporarily is read out. In step 1416A, the first special figure content determination unit 1141 (second special figure content determination unit 1142) refers to each set lottery table, and game content determination random numbers (for example, winning random numbers and special symbol determination random numbers). The stop symbol related to the special symbol is determined based on the game, and the variation mode of the special symbol is determined based on the game content determination random number (for example, the winning random number and the variation mode determination random number). 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b) is temporarily stored. 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 winning flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). On the other hand, if step 1417A is No, step 1418A is skipped. Next, in step 1419A, the information transmission unit 1300 displays the symbol information (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) related to the special symbol determined in step 1416A and the current gaming state. To the side. Next, in step 1420A, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a) sets the predetermined time (the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation mode determined in step 1416A) to the first special figure. It is set to the fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1). Then, in step 1422A, the first special symbol control unit 1151 (second special symbol control unit 1152) performs the first special symbol display unit 2131 (first special symbol display device 2230) of the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230). 2 special figure display section 2231), the special symbol fluctuation display is started in accordance with the fluctuation mode stored in the first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b). Next, in step 1446A, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) turns on the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). .

  Here, before detailed description of the following processing, an outline of timer suspension processing, which is a feature of the present type A in the second adjustment mode, will be described. The processing is performed by temporarily stopping the timer related to the first (second) special symbol change during the execution of the second (first) special game, so that the first (first) during the execution of the second (first) special game is performed. 2) Prevent the transition to special games. That is, during execution of the second (first) special game, the first (second) special symbol continues to fluctuate.

  Therefore, returning to the flowchart, in step 1424A, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, so that the current special game related flag (for example, special game transition) It is checked whether or not the permission flag and the special game execution flag are off, that is, whether or not the second (first) special game is currently being executed.

  In the case of Yes in step 1424A, in step 1426A, the gaming state confirmation unit 1210 further refers to the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1), thereby Check if the special symbol variation timer is stopped. In the case of Yes in step 1426A, in step 1428A, the special figure fluctuation timer temporary stop means 1222b is in the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1 which has been paused). ) 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 refers to the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1). Then, 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 stopping means 1222b temporarily activates the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1) in operation. Stop. 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 first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a) 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 (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 symbol control unit 1151 (second special symbol control unit 1152) displays the first special symbol display unit 2131 (first special symbol display device 2130). The special symbol variation display on the second special figure display unit 2231) is stopped, and the stop symbol stored in the first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b) is confirmed and stopped. Display control as a symbol. Next, in step 1440A, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) turns off the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). . Then, in step 1442A, the first special figure fluctuation time management means 1151a (second special figure fluctuation time management means 1152a) makes a first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-). 1) is reset. Next, in step 1450A, main controller 1000 executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  In the case of No in step 1402A, in step 1444A, the first special figure control means 1151 (second special figure control means 1152) sets the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). 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 (special game operation condition determination process in Step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination according to the subroutine of steps 1450 (1) and (3) A {steps 1450 (2) and (4) A} in FIGS. 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 and determines whether or not the time reduction 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 proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process 1500). In addition, also when it is No by step 1452 and step 1456, it transfers to the following process (special game operation condition determination process 1500).

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the special game operation condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the first condition determination unit 1171a (second condition determination unit 1172a) refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a) and determines whether or not the hit flag is on. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the first condition determination unit 1171a (second condition determination unit 1172a) displays the first special symbol display unit of the first special symbol display device 2130 (second special symbol display device 2230). It is determined whether or not the special symbol displayed on 2131 (second special figure display unit 2231) has 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 (second condition determination unit 1172a) special game in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). Turn on the transition permission flag and turn off the hit flag. Next, in steps 1552 and 1554, the specific game control unit 1180 temporarily turns off the specific game flag (probability variation flag / time reduction flag) in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). At the same time, the time-count counter 1181a is reset (time-count counter value = 0), and the process proceeds to the next process (electric chew drive determination process in step 1200). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1502 and step 1504, the process proceeds to the next process (electric chew drive determination process in step 1200).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the electric chew drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the electric chewing-opening flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the normal chart control means 1153 refers to the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the normal symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the general figure content determining unit 1143 accesses the general figure holding information temporary storage unit 1133a and determines whether or not there is a holding ball related to the normal symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1208, the general content determination means 1143 refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and the second flag temporary storage means 1192a and is currently in the special game (special game transition permission flag ON or It is determined whether or not the special game execution flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 1208, in step 1210, the general content determination unit 1143 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 1210, in FIG. 1212, in the step 1212, the general drawing content determination means 1143 sets the drawing time reduction lottery table 1143a-2, while in the case of No in step 1210, in the step 1214, The general map content determining means 1143 sets the general map lottery table 1143a-1. In step 1216, the general symbol content determination means 1143 determines a stop symbol based on the normal symbol random number based on the reserved ball. Next, in step 1218, the usual figure fluctuation time management means 1153a sets the usual figure fluctuation management timer 1153a-1 for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds in the case of a short-time game, in the case of a normal game) based on the set table. Is set to 30 seconds). Then, in step 1220, the general symbol control means 1153 turns on the normal symbol changing flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1222, the general-purpose holding means 1133 updates the holding information recorded in the general-purpose holding information temporary storage means 1133 a after subtracting 1 from the holding ball related to the normal symbol, and the normal-picture control means. 1153 starts normal symbol variation display on the general diagram display unit 2421 after starting the common diagram variation management timer 1153a-1. Next, in step 1224, the normal time fluctuation time management unit 1153a refers to the normal time fluctuation management timer 1153a-1 and determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the universal map control unit 1153 finalizes and displays the stop symbol determined by the universal map content determination unit 1143 in the step 1216 on the universal map display unit 2421. In step 1228, the normal symbol control means 1153 turns off the normal symbol changing flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1230, the condition determination means 1161 determines whether or not the stop symbol is “winning”. In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 sets the opening timer 1162 to a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds for a short-time game, 0 for a normal game) based on the set table. .5 seconds) set. Next, in step 1234, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the electric chew-opening flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. In step 1236, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 opens the first electric accessory 2112 of the first special figure starting port 2110. Next, in step 1238, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the opening timer 1162, and determines whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1238, in steps 1240 and 1242, the electric chew opening / closing control means 1160 closes the first electric accessory 2112 of the first special figure starting port 2110, and in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (award ball payout process in step 5000).

  If No in Step 1202, the process proceeds to Step 1238. If No in Step 1204, the process proceeds to Step 1224. If No in Step 1208, the process proceeds to Step 1214, and Steps 1206, 1224, In the case of No in step 1230 and step 1238, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process in step 5000).

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 16 in FIG. First, in step 90, the special game control means 1170 refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and the second flag temporary storage means 1192a so that the special game is the first of the first special game and the second special game. It is confirmed whether or not it is a special game, that is, whether or not the special game transition permission flag or the special game execution flag related to the first special game is turned on. In the case of Yes in step 90, in step 2100 (1), main controller 1000 performs a first special game execution process to be described later, and proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process in step 5000). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 90, in step 2100 (2), main controller 1000 performs a second special game execution process to be described later, and proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process in step 5000). .

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the first special game execution process and the second special game execution process according to the subroutines of step 2100 (1) and step 2100 (2) in FIG. First, in step 2102, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a), and the special game transition permission flag is set. Determine whether it is on. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits a special game start signal to the effect display control unit 2320 side. Next, in Step 2106 and Step 2108, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) permits the special game transition in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). The flag is turned off and the special game execution flag is turned on, and the process proceeds to step 2112. On the other hand, if No in Step 2102, in Step 2110, the first special game execution means 1171 b (second special game execution means 1172 b) determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 2110, the process proceeds to step 2112. If No in step 2110, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) determines that the special game permission has not been granted, and the next process (the prize ball of step 5000) (Dispensing process).

  Next, in step 2112, the first special game execution means 1171 b (second special game execution means 1172 b) refers to the first flag temporary storage means 1191 a (second flag temporary storage means 1192 a), and the round continuation flag is turned on. In other words, it is determined whether or not the round is halfway. In the case of Yes in Step 2112, that is, when the round is in the middle, the process proceeds to Step 2123 without performing the processes of Steps 2114 to 2122 described in detail below. On the other hand, if No in step 2112, that is, if it is just before the start of the round, first in step 2114, the first special game execution means 1171 b (second special game execution means 1172 b) 1171c-1 (second special game timer 1172c-1) is cleared to zero and a predetermined value (for example, 30 seconds for a normal special game, 0.8 seconds for a special game with sudden probability fluctuation / short time reduction) set. Next, in step 2116, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) wins the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c (second special game related information temporary storage means 1192c). Clear the ball counter to zero. In step 2118, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) counts the number of rounds in the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c (second special game related information temporary storage means 1192c). Add 1 to the counter. Note that the number of rounds stored in the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c (second special game related information temporary storage means 1192c) is 0 immediately after the start of the special game (initial value), and thereafter rounds are repeated. It is incremented by 1 every time it goes. Next, in step 2120, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) turns on the round continuation flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). . In step 2122, the first special game executing means 1171 b (second special game executing means 1172 b) opens the first solenoid 2123 (second special winning opening 2220) to open the first big winning opening 2120 (second large winning opening 2220). A first excitation signal (second excitation signal) instructing driving of the second solenoid 2223) is periodically transmitted (for example, every 0.4 msec) to the first solenoid driving means 2124 (second solenoid driving means 2224), and step 2123.

  Next, in step 2123, 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 2124, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) refers to the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c (second special game related information temporary storage means 1192c). It is determined whether or not there are predetermined balls (for example, 10 balls) in the round. If Yes in step 2124, the process proceeds to step 2128. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2124, in step 2126, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) becomes the first special game timer 1171c-1 (second special game timer 1172c-1). ) To determine whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed. Also in the case of Yes in step 2126, the process proceeds to step 2128, and in the case of No, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000).

  Next, in Step 2128, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) instructs the first solenoid 2123 (second solenoid 2223) to drive the first excitation signal (second excitation signal). Is stopped and the first big prize opening 2120 (second big prize opening 2220) is closed. In step 2130, the first special game execution unit 1171b (second special game execution unit 1172b) resets the first special game timer 1171c-1 (second special game timer 1172c-1). Next, in Step 2132, the first special game execution unit 1171b (second special game execution unit 1172b) turns off the round continuation flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). . Next, in step 2134, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) refers to the first special game related information temporary storage means 1191c (second special game related information temporary storage means 1192c). Then, it is determined whether or not the round is the final round (for example, 15 rounds for a normal special game, and 2 rounds for a special game with sudden probability variation or sudden time reduction). In the case of Yes in step 2134, in step 2136, the first special game execution means 1171b (second special game execution means 1172b) executes the special game in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). Turn off the flag. Next, in step 2138, the information transmission means 1300 transmits a special game end signal to the effect display control means 2320 side. In step 1650, the game control unit 1100 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000). In the case of No in step 2134, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process 5000).

  Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the special game according to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1656, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the first special figure information temporary storage means 1191b (second special figure information temporary storage means 1192b) and refers to the first special figure display unit 2131 (second special figure). It is determined whether or not the first special symbol (second special symbol) stopped on the display unit 2231) is per probability variation. In the case of Yes in step 1656, in step 1658 and step 1660, the specific game control unit 1180 turns on the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a and the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a, respectively. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (award ball payout process in step 5000). The reason for setting the specific game flag (probability variation flag / time reduction flag) on each of the first game side and the second game side is to ensure that the first game and the second game are in the same game state. It is. That is, in the case where the first game and the second game are in the normal gaming state, if the first game side is near the probability variation, the second game side also enters the probability variation gaming state after the first special game is completed.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1656, in step 1662, the specific game control means 1180 determines whether the special symbol stopped on the first special figure display unit 2131 (second special figure display unit 2231) is per time reduction variation. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1662, in step 1664, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the time reduction flags in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and the second flag temporary storage means 1192a, respectively. Next, in step 1666, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined value (for example, 100) as the time-count counter value in the time-count counter 1181a, and proceeds to the next process (award ball payout process in step 5000). Even in the case of No in step 1562, the processing shifts to the next processing (prize ball payout processing in step 5000).

  Next, with reference to FIG. 18, a fraud prevention process 3000 which is a characteristic process of the present invention will be described. First, in step 3002, the first solenoid control means 2124 (second solenoid control means 2224) determines whether or not a first excitation signal (second excitation signal) has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 3002, it is determined in step 3004 whether or not the second big prize opening 2220 (first big prize opening 2120) is in an open state (for example, an opening confirmation sensor is attached to the big prize opening, It is determined whether or not it is in the open state based on the sensor signal). In the case of Yes in step 3004, no processing is executed despite the reception of the first excitation signal (second excitation signal), and the process returns to step 3002. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 3004, the first solenoid control means 2124 (second solenoid control means 2224) energizes and energizes the first solenoid 2123 (second solenoid 2223), and returns to step 3002. If NO in step 3002, the process loops until reception.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode (type A) will be described. First, the flow up to the transition to the special game will be described with reference to FIG. First, as shown in FIG. 1, when the player rotates the handle 116 clockwise, the game ball is released to the game area 120. When the game ball that has flowed down wins the first special figure starting port 2110 or the second special figure starting port 2210, the first special symbol or the second special symbol display unit 2231 is displayed on the first special figure display unit 2131 or the second special figure display unit 2231. The special symbol starts variable display, and the first decorative symbol or the second decorative symbol starts variable display on the effect display device 2310 in conjunction with the special symbol {the three arrows in the figure are It shows that the three decorative symbol rows are in a fluctuating state (both the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol are fluctuating)}. Then, when the first special symbol or the second special symbol stops in a predetermined mode (for example, “7”) (in conjunction with this, the first decorative symbol or the second decorative symbol also has a specific mode (for example, “777”)). ), A special game in which the first grand prize opening 2120 or the second big prize opening 2220 is opened is started.

  Here, it is assumed that when the first grand prize winning opening 2120 is in the open state, the player cheats and transmits the second excitation signal from the outside. In this case, since the first big prize opening 2120 is in the open state, the signal is ignored, so that the second big prize opening 2220 is not opened. Further, it is assumed that when the second grand prize winning port 2220 is in an open state, the player cheats and transmits the first excitation signal from the outside. Even in this case, since the second grand prize opening 2220 is in the open state, the signal is ignored, so that the first big prize opening 2220 is not opened.

  According to this best mode, in the case of a special game, when one variable prize opening is in an open state, even if an illegal signal is transmitted from the outside, the other variable prize opening is not in an open state. Therefore, there is an effect that it becomes possible to reduce the holes based on fraud and the disadvantages of other players. Furthermore, since the above effect can be achieved with an extremely simple process of skipping the process of opening the other variable prize opening when one of the variable prize openings is open, a large fraud prevention means is provided. There is also an effect that it is not necessary to execute complicated processing.

  Next, the B type (losing stop symbol forced stop type) of the best mode will be described. Here, when the first (second) special symbol is changing during execution of the second (first) special game, the type is forced to stop the first (second) special symbol with the stop-losing symbol. By stopping the game, the transition to the first (second) special game is prevented.

  First, functional features of the pachinko gaming machine according to type B will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. A pachinko machine related to type B forces a special symbol related to the other game when one of the first game and the second game shifts to a special game instead of the type A special figure variation timer temporary stop means 1222b. It is characterized by having a lost symbol forced replacement means 1222c for making a lost symbol.

  Next, processing characteristics of the pachinko gaming machine according to type B will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. Here, FIG. 19 is a flowchart relating to the processing on the main side, and more specifically, the first special symbol display processing (second special symbol display processing) related to the subroutine of step 1400 (3) {1400 (4)} in FIG. It is a flowchart of a symbol display process. It should be noted that most of them are the same as those in FIG. Therefore, only the difference will be described. After the special symbol starts to change in step 1422B, the game state confirmation unit 1210 refers to the second flag temporary storage unit 1192a (first flag temporary storage unit 1191a) in step 1424B. Then, it is determined whether or not a special game related flag (for example, a special game transition permission flag or a special game execution flag) is off, that is, whether or not a 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 2320 side to forcibly stop with a lost symbol. Next, in step 1427B, the lost symbol forced replacement unit 1222c forces the stop symbol stored in the first special symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second special symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b) to the lost stop symbol. And the operation avoidance execution unit 1222 clears the first special figure fluctuation management timer 1151a-1 (second special figure fluctuation management timer 1152a-1) to zero. Thereby, the set loss stop symbol is fixedly displayed on the first special figure display unit 2131 (second special figure display unit 2231). In step 1429B, the operation avoidance control unit 1220 refers to the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a) and determines whether or not the hit flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1429B, in step 1431B, the operation avoidance control unit 1220 turns off the hit flag in the first flag temporary storage unit 1191a (second flag temporary storage unit 1192a). As a result, not only does the stoppage of the lost game stop, but the winning right also disappears internally.

  In addition, the type B is configured such that when the forced loss stop condition is satisfied, the changing symbol is immediately replaced by 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.

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 winning 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 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. 7 is a flowchart of a 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. 8 is a flowchart of the normal game control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the adjustment mode switching 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 symbol display process (second special symbol display 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 symbol display process (second special symbol display process) on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type A). FIG. 12 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of special game operating condition determination processing 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 electric Chu drive determination 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 the special game control process 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 first special game execution process (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. 17 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the special game is completed 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 fraud prevention processing for preventing the influence of the fraud signal by the player in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the first special symbol display process (second special symbol display process) on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the best mode of the present invention (type B).

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1170 Special game control means 2120 First big prize opening 2123 First solenoid 2124 First solenoid control means 2131 First special figure display section 2220 Second big prize opening 2223 Second solenoid 2224 Second solenoid control means 2231 Second special figure display Part

Claims (1)

A first variable winning opening having a movable member variably controllable in an open state and a closed state by excitation and demagnetization of the first solenoid;
A second variable winning opening having a movable member variably controllable in an open state and a closed state by excitation and demagnetization of the second solenoid;
A solenoid drive control means for exciting the first solenoid by receiving the first excitation signal and exciting the second solenoid by receiving the second excitation signal;
A special game execution means for transmitting a first excitation signal or a second excitation signal to the solenoid drive control means, and when the effect displayed on the effect display unit in a non-special game state has a predetermined result A pachinko gaming machine with at least two variable winning holes that can shift to a special gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the non-special gaming state, and under any one unit game under the special gaming state In a pachinko gaming machine in which only the variable prize opening is controlled to be open,
The solenoid drive control means does not execute the excitation of the second solenoid when receiving the second excitation signal when the first variable winning opening is in the open state, and when the second variable winning opening is in the open state. A pachinko gaming machine that does not execute excitation of a first solenoid when receiving a first excitation signal.

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