JP5413932B1 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To further improve a game machine adopting a concept of a special game for opening a special winning opening from the viewpoint of improving game maintainability while improving the interest of the game.
The variable member is displaced to the second position in response to the start of the unit game that makes the second variable winning opening advantageous to the player, and the condition for opening and closing the unit game is satisfied. The variable member is controlled to continue to be maintained at the second position, and then the variable member is moved from the second position to the second position at substantially the same timing when the first variable winning opening becomes advantageous to the player. A pachinko machine that is controlled to be displaced to one position.
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Description

  It relates to pachinko machines.

  As a recent pachinko game machine, a big hit lottery with a predetermined probability is made when a game ball enters the starting opening on the game board surface (game area), and if the big hit lottery is won, The mainstream is pachinko gaming machines that transition to the state and can open a large winning opening provided on the game board surface to obtain a large number of prize balls. Among the pachinko gaming machines configured in this way, the gaming machine that has improved the interest of the game during the special game by devising the open aspect of the big prize opening that is opened in the case of the special game Also exist.

  For example, when a game ball enters a predetermined area provided in the special winning opening, the special game is continued, whereas when the game ball does not enter the predetermined area, the special game is terminated. Or, when a game ball enters a specific area provided in the special winning opening, after the end of the special game, it shifts to the probability variation game state, but no game ball enters the specific area. In some cases, after the special game is over, the game does not enter the probability variation game state. The game further improves the fun of the game by further providing a displacement member capable of changing the ease of entering the predetermined area or the specific area, and the displacement mode of the displacement member and the open mode of the big prize opening. The machine is representative.

JP 2006-174876 A JP 2007-259885 A

  However, although there are many such gaming machines, there is a problem that there is room for further improvement from the viewpoint of improving the maintainability of the game while improving the fun of the game.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
Game board,
A start opening provided on the game board, into which a game ball can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A first variable winning opening having a square opening provided in the game board and capable of taking a closed state and an open state;
A second variable winning opening having a square opening provided in a part of a ball receiving member on which a game ball flowing down on the game board can land and roll, and which can take a closed state and an open state;
A specific area in which game balls that have entered the second variable winning opening can enter,
A member attached to a specific area and displaceable between a first position and a second position, and when displaced to the second position, a game ball can enter the specific area or compared to the first position A variable member configured to be easy to enter, and when displaced to the first position, the game ball cannot enter the specific area or is difficult to enter compared to the second position;
The provided opening width in the major axis direction of the opening of the first variable winning opening is longer than the diameter of the game ball 2 pieces of the opening width in the minor axis direction is two ball game at the opening of the first variable winning opening It is configured to be shorter than the diameter of the minute and longer than the diameter of one game ball, and the opening width in both the vertical and horizontal directions of the square at the opening of the second variable winning opening is the size of two game balls. It is configured to be shorter than the diameter and longer than the diameter of one game ball,
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A first video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A second video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A secondary game unit that controls information output to the first video display device and the second video display device, and the display area of the second video display device is located closer to the player than the display area of the first video display device. The display area of the second video display device and the display area of the first video display device are configured to overlap at least partially when viewed from the player side, and the display area of the second video display device Has transparency so that the display area of the first video display device is visible,
The display area of the first video display device is set to be capable of producing at least a first display area and a second display area,
It is configured to transmit information from the main game department to the secondary game department by one-way communication,
The main game department
Random numbers are obtained based on the entrance to the starting gate,
Control so that the random number can be temporarily stored as a hold;
Determine the stop identification information of the identification information by performing a validity determination based on the random number,
After the identification information is variably displayed in the identification information display section, the control is performed so that the identification information is stopped and displayed.
If the result of the success / failure determination is a win, the first variable winning opening and / or the second variable winning opening are made to be in an advantageous state for the player when the stop identification information of the identification information is stopped and displayed. Open the variable prize opening that is advantageous for the player from the closed state until a predetermined number of balls are entered into the variable prize opening that is advantageous for the player or the opening / closing termination condition for a predetermined period of time is satisfied. A special game is executed in which a unit game that is an open game or an open / close game that can be in a state is executed a plurality of times,
There is a normal gaming state in which the winning probability related to the winning / failing determination is a predetermined probability, and a probability varying gaming state in which the winning probability related to the winning / failing determination is higher than the predetermined probability, and there is a ball entering a specific area. Control to be in the probability variation gaming state,
In a special game, a different variable prize opening unit game pattern for executing a unit game in which the first variable prize opening is in a state advantageous to the player after the unit game in which the second variable prize opening is in an advantageous state for the player there exists more than one, in at least one said different variable winning opening unit game pattern, to displace the variable member in the second position the unit game start to advantageous state a second variable winning opening for the player in response In addition, the variable member is controlled to continue to be maintained at the second position even after the opening / closing termination condition of the unit game is satisfied, and then the first variable winning opening is in an advantageous state for the player. The variable member is controlled to be displaced from the second position to the first position at substantially the same timing,
The information to be transmitted to the sub-game unit side includes at least identification information related information related to identification information and hold information related to hold,
The subsidiary game department
Based on the identification information related information from the main game unit side, control to output the production video to the first display area of the first video display device and / or the display area of the second video display device,
Based on the hold information from the main game unit side, control to output the hold video to the second display area of the first video display device,
The effect video and the reserved video can be executed in conjunction with each other, and when the effect is displayed only in the display area of the first video display device, the transmittance of the display area of the second video display device is increased. This is a pachinko gaming machine that is configured as described above.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, in the gaming machine adopting the concept of a special game that opens the special winning opening, it is possible to improve the maintainability of the game while improving the interest of the game.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is a front view of the second big prize opening unit in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the second big prize opening unit in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the display area and the light guide plate in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is an operation diagram of the light guide plate in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a main flowchart on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of special game operating condition determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of normal unit game execution processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the ball unit game execution process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is an operation diagram relating to opening / closing of the big prize opening in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the error time control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of extended state control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the second display area effect control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a table configuration diagram used in the second display area effect control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the content determination process during the extended play on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a table configuration diagram used in the production content determination process during the extended play on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 33 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of light guide plate display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the error-time display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 36 is an operation diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 37 is a front view of a rotating type gaming machine in the supplementary explanation of the present embodiment.

  First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be described. “Pitching” includes not only winning a prize ball to be paid out, but also passing to a “through chucker” without winning a prize ball. “Open state, open state” and “closed state, closed state” are, for example, in the configuration of a general big prize opening (so-called attacker), open state = easy-to-win state and closed state = non-winning state Easy state. Also, for example, a state protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter sometimes referred to as advance state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter referred to as retreat state) In a configuration (so-called velo-type attacker) that can take the following conditions, the advance state is an easy-to-win state and the evacuation state is an uneasy state of winning. “Random number” is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) to determine some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo-random number in addition to a random number in a narrow sense (for example, a hard- Random numbers and soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called “basic random numbers” that affect the outcome of the game, specifically, “winning random numbers (random numbers for success / failure lottery)” related to the transition of special games, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol "Variation mode determination random number" for determining, "symbol determination random number" for determining a stop symbol, "hit symbol determination random number" for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game, etc. be able to. 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. Also, in this specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers, but one entry (for example, starting entrance) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is referred to as one (ie, in the above example, the random number bundle of winning random number + variation mode determining random number + design determining random number... Is referred to as one random number) . Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). “Game state” means, for example, a transition to a special game state rather than a non-stochastic game state in which a lottery probability for transition to a special game state or a special game state in which a special winning opening can be in an open state is a predetermined value. A probabilistic variable gaming state with a high lottery probability, an auxiliary gaming state with assistance for winning at the starting port that becomes a lottery opportunity for special games (so-called normal symbol short-time state, for example, a variable member is attached to the starting port In such a case, the variable member may be one or a combination of a plurality of combinations such as a long opening period of the variable member, a high probability of winning the opening of the variable member, and a short notification time of the result of the variable member opening lottery.

  The following embodiment is a model in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed (type 1 type 1 complex machine). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and is applicable to other game machines (for example, conventional 1st type, 2nd type, 3rd type, general pachinko game machines such as general electric roles). . Note that this embodiment is merely an example, the location and function of each means, the order of each step regarding various processes, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, etc. It is not limited to the following aspects. In addition, the above-described embodiments and modified examples should not be understood as being limited to being applied to specific items, and may be in any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification example of an embodiment is a modification example of another embodiment, and even if one modification example and another modification example are described independently, there is the modification example. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and another modified example is also described. In the present embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table for various tables, but these are not limited, and the lottery table may be a reference table or vice versa. Furthermore, numerical values (for example, winning probability at the time of lottery execution, maximum number of rounds at the time of special game, symbol variation time, number of continuations in each gaming state, etc.) as specific examples shown in the following embodiments and modifications are as follows: This is merely an example, and in particular, under different conditions (for example, according to the condition of the first main game side and the second main game side, by the condition of the probability variation game and the non-probability variation game, by the time shortening game and non- It is understood that the magnitude relations and combinations of the numerical values shown in the conditions for time-saving games, etc.) may be changed as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the following embodiments and modified examples. Should. For example, on the first main game side and the second main game side, the magnitude relationship between the winning probability at the time of the lottery execution and the expected value of the maximum number of rounds at the time of the special game is as follows: first main game side = second main game side Even if it is illustrated as such, the magnitude relationship may be changed as appropriate so that the first main game side <the second main game side, or the first main game side> the second main game side, etc. Good (same for other values and conditions). Also, for example, when configuring based on the intention that the probability variation gaming state will continue until the next jackpot occurs, whether to set “65535” as the number of continuations (configure to continue substantially), Or, even in the options of the realization method based on the same purpose, such as maintaining the probability variation game state until the next jackpot occurs without setting the number of continuations, as long as it does not greatly deviate from the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples Should be understood as appropriate.

  Here, before describing each component, the characteristics (outline) of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

  First, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Pachinko gaming machines mainly consist 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 D12, a front frame D14, a transparent plate D16, a door D18, an upper ball dish D20, a lower ball dish D22, and a launch handle D44. First, the outer frame D12 is a frame for fixing the pachinko gaming machine to a position where it should be installed. The front frame D14 is a frame body aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame D12, and is attached to the outer frame D12 via a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The front frame D14 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 D16 is made of glass or the like and supported by the door D18. The door D18 is attached to the front frame D14 through a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The upper ball tray D20 has mechanisms for storing game balls, sending out the game balls to the launching rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball tray D22. The lower ball tray D22 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, a speaker D24 is provided at the upper part of the gaming machine, and a sound effect corresponding to the gaming state or the like is output.

  Next, the game board has a game area D30 defined by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. In addition, the game area D30 includes a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown), various general winning ports, a first main game start port A10, a second main game start port B10, an auxiliary game start port H10, 1st grand prize opening C10, 2nd big prize opening C20, 1st main game symbol display device A20, 2nd main game symbol display device B20, production display device SG (illustrated display area SG10), auxiliary game A symbol display device H20, a center ornament D38, and an outlet D36 are installed, and a light guide plate display device is provided on the front surface (the rear surface of the center ornament D38) of the effect display device SG (display region SG10) as viewed from the player. SD is arranged (details will be described later). Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

  Next, the first main game start opening A10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game start opening A10 includes a first main game start opening entrance detection device A11s. Here, the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first main game start entrance A10, and the first main game start that indicates the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated.

  Next, the second main game start opening B10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the second main game. Specifically, the second main game start port B10 includes a second main game start port entrance detection device B11s and a second main game start port electric accessory B11d. Here, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the second main game start entrance B10, and the second main game start that indicates the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated. Next, the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is changed between a closed state in which a game ball is difficult to win in the second main game start port B10 and an open state in which the game ball is more likely to win than the normal state.

  Here, in this embodiment, it arrange | positions so that 1st main game start opening A10 and 2nd main game start opening B10 may overlap, and 2nd main game start is carried out by presence of 1st main game start opening A10. The upper part of the mouth B10 is configured to be closed, and the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is the first main game start opening A10 (and the second main game start opening). B10) is easily guided. On the other hand, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is not easily guided to the first main game start port A10, but is easily guided to the second main game start port B10. . It should be noted that “easy to be guided” and “not easily guided” are determined, for example, by the magnitude of the number of entered balls when 10,000 balls are launched to the right and left, respectively.

  In the present embodiment, the electric combination is provided on the second main game start opening B10 side. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric combination is provided on the first main game start opening A10 side. May be. Furthermore, in this embodiment, although it arrange | positions so that 1st main game start opening A10 and 2nd main game start opening B10 may overlap, it is not limited to this, 1st main game start opening A10 and 1st You may arrange | position so that 2 main game start opening B10 may be spaced apart.

  Next, the auxiliary game start port H10 includes an auxiliary game start port entrance detection device H11s. Here, the auxiliary game start port entrance detection device H11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the auxiliary game start port H10, and generates auxiliary game start port entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. To do. Note that the entry of the game ball into the auxiliary game start port H10 triggers a lottery to expand the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the game ball flowing down on the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is easily guided to the auxiliary game start port H10, while the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area). ) Is configured to be difficult to be guided to the auxiliary game start opening H10 (but not limited to this, the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) May be configured to be easily guided to the auxiliary game start opening H10}.

  Next, a first big prize opening C10 and a second big prize opening C20 are provided on the right side (based on the game area center) of the game area D30, and on the right side (based on the game area center) of the game area D30. The game balls that flow down are configured to easily pass through the region where the first grand prize winning opening C10 and the second big winning prize opening C20 are arranged before reaching the out opening D36.

  Next, the first grand prize winning opening C10 is formed in a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped by the big hit symbol. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, located on the lower right side of D30 (based on the center of the game area). Specifically, the first grand prize opening C10 includes a first grand prize opening prize detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a first grand prize opening electrical accessory C11d (and an unillustrated first figure). 1 big prize opening solenoid). Here, the first grand prize opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first big prize opening C10. Is generated. The first big prize opening electric accessory C11d changes the first big prize opening C10 to the first big prize opening C10 in a normal state where a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where a game ball is easy to win (illustration). Exciting the first grand prize winning solenoid to be abbreviated). In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) Bello type attackers), which are suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10). If it is not an attacker, it is difficult to ensure that the number of balls entered into the grand prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10) (for example, the eleventh game ball is likely to be entered). }.

  The second grand prize winning opening C20 has a square shape that is open when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol, and is on the right side of the game area D30. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, which is located below (based on the center of the game area). As a specific configuration, the second grand prize opening C20 includes a second big prize opening prize detection device C21s (and a second big prize opening solenoid not shown) for detecting a game ball entry, The prize-winning electrical accessory C21d, the specific area C22, and the specific-area entrance detection device C22s are provided (these are configured as a part of a second big prize opening unit C20u described later). Here, the second grand prize opening prize detection device C21s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second big prize opening C20, and the second big prize opening entry information that indicates the entry at the time of entry. Is generated. The specific area entry detection device C22s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the specific area C22, and generates specific area entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. The game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening C20 are configured to be detected by the second big prize opening prize detection device C21s and / or the specific area entry detection device C22s. Next, the second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d places the second big prize opening C20 into the second grand prize opening C20 in a normal state where a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. Make it variable. In the present embodiment, the mode of the big prize opening is a mode in which the game ball is formed in a square shape and is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. Is not limited. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) (Bello-type attacker), which is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) is related to the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) corresponding to the first main game (second main game symbol). It is a device that executes the display and the like. Specifically, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) includes a first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) and a first main game game. And a symbol hold display portion A21h (second main game symbol hold display portion B21h). Here, the first main game symbol hold display portion A21h (second main game symbol hold display portion B21h) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps is the first main game (second main game). This corresponds to the number of random numbers held (the number of main game symbols that have not been executed). The first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) is configured with, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is “0” to “9”. ”Is displayed with 10 types of numbers and“ − ”of losing {but not limited to this, a 7-segment LED is set so that it is difficult for the player to recognize which main game symbol is displayed. It is preferable to use and display by a symbol or the like. In addition, the hold number display is not limited to being composed of four lamps, but can be configured to display a maximum of four hold numbers (for example, composed of one lamp, (Equation 1: lighting, hold number 2: slow blink, hold number 3: medium blink, hold number 4: fast blink)).

  Since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have an effect role, in this embodiment, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The size of is set to be inconspicuous. However, in the case of adopting a technique that does not display the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol) by giving the first main gaming symbol (second main gaming symbol) itself an effect role, an effect described later You may comprise so that a 1st main game symbol (2nd main game symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display like display apparatus SG.

  Next, the effect display device SG is a device that displays an effect image including a decorative symbol that fluctuates and stops in conjunction with the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol. Here, as a specific configuration, the effect display device SG includes a display area SG10 where an effect is executed including a variable display of decorative symbols. Here, the display area SG10 includes a first hold display section SG12 (and a second hold display section SG13) that displays main game hold information, and a moving image of a plurality of rows of decorative symbols imitating, for example, a slot machine game. And a decorative symbol display area SG11 for displaying. The effect display device SG is configured with a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, but may be configured with other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED. Next, the first hold display section SG12 (and the second hold display section SG13) is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are linked with the hold lamp of the main game symbol.

  Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that executes display related to the auxiliary game symbols. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display portion H21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of auxiliary game symbol changes held (the number of auxiliary game symbol changes not being executed).

  Next, the center decoration D38 is installed around the effect display device SG, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the effect display device SG, and decoration. In addition, the game effect lamp D26 is provided in a game area D30 or an area other than the game area D30, 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 game operations such as lottery when entering the first main game starting port A10 (second main game starting port B10) (ie, game Main control board M that performs control directly related to the profits of the player, and effect control means (sub-main control unit) that performs display control and the like related to various effects on the effect display device SG that adds interest to the game content SM, a sub-sub control unit SS that mainly performs effect display, and a game ball supplied from the prize ball tank KT in accordance with the prize winning to the prize ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR, and each prize opening, A prize ball payout device (set base) KE provided with a payout unit KE10 and the like, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling the payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball (reserved ball) in the upper ball tray D20 To region D30 A launching device D42 that launches each ball, a launch control board D40 that controls the launching operation of the launching device D42, a power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and a switch that turns on / off the pachinko gaming machine The power switch Ea and the like are provided on the back surface of the front frame D14 (on the opposite side to the game side).

<2nd prize winning unit>
Next, the second big prize opening unit C20u according to the present embodiment will be outlined with reference to FIG. First, the second grand prize opening unit C20u according to the present embodiment is a member that forms the game area D30, and is provided in a game board (for example, the lower part of the first big prize opening C10), thereby providing a part of the game area D30. It is comprised so that a part may be formed (refer FIG.1 and FIG.3a). Further, a part of the second big prize opening unit C20u is provided so as to protrude from the game board to the player side, so that the flow direction of the game ball is affected. The second big prize opening unit C20u may be removable (detachable) from the game board as necessary, but the second big prize opening unit C20u and the game board may be integrally formed. . In the present embodiment, the first big prize opening C10 and the second big prize opening unit C20u including the second big prize opening C20 are separate members, but the second big prize opening unit C20u is the first. It is good also as a member which also includes a big prize opening. As described above, the second grand prize opening unit is a member that can be considered in various modes. The second grand prize opening unit C20u according to the present embodiment has a configuration in which a specific area C22 is provided inside the big prize opening (for example, the second big prize opening C20). ) Is an example of a member indicating a configuration in which at least a part of game balls that have won a prize can be entered into the specific area C22. Therefore, when satisfying the configuration requirements, the second big prize opening C20 is not necessarily formed as a unit member (for example, the second big prize opening C20 may be directly formed on the game board). The material, shape, color, structure, number of members, forming method, assembling method, and the like of each member can be freely selected as appropriate.

  Next, the structure of the second big prize winning unit C20u according to the present embodiment will be briefly described with reference to FIGS. The second big prize opening unit C20u is provided with a lid member (for example, a second big prize opening electric accessory C21d and a specific area shielding member C22c) configured to be able to advance and retreat with respect to the player side. Displacement of the two major winning opening electric accessory C21d and the specific area shielding member C22c to the advance position closes the opening (and the connected entrance), while the cover member (for example, the second winning opening) A large winning opening (for example, a second large winning opening C20) of a type that opens the opening (and a connected ball opening) by displacing the electric accessory C21d and the specific area shielding member C22c) to the exit position; It is a member having at least a specific area (for example, specific area C22). Although not described in detail in the present embodiment, a mechanism (for example, a driving force in such a driving mechanism and the like) that drives the lid member (for example, the second big prize opening electric accessory C21d and the specific area shielding member C22c) back and forth. The specific configuration of the solenoid and the mechanism that includes a member that connects the solenoid and the lid member) can be freely selected as appropriate.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 4, the flow path of the game ball in the second grand prize winning unit C20u according to the present embodiment will be described. In the case where the second grand prize winning hole electric accessory C21d is in the closed state at the opening of the second big prize winning opening C20 (that is, when a game ball cannot enter or is difficult to enter the second big prize winning opening C20), The ball can roll on the second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d (on the second big prize opening unit C20u) (see FIG. 4a), and is guided to, for example, the out mouth D36. When the second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d is in an open state (that is, when a game ball can enter the second big prize opening C20), the game ball can flow into the second big prize port unit C20u. It becomes. Furthermore, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, the specific area shielding member C22c is opened, and a part of the game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening C20 can enter the specific area C22 (see FIG. 4b). Note that game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening C20 but have not entered the specific area C22 are guided to the game board surface through the discharge port C23.

  Here, as described above, the second grand prize opening unit C20u includes various winning (entry) detection devices (second big prize opening winning detection device C21s, specific area entry detection device C22s, which are winning sensors). And a discharge ball detecting device C23s). The second grand prize opening prize detection device C21s and the specific area entrance detection apparatus C22s are sensors that detect game balls derived from the second big prize opening C20 and the specific area C22, respectively. When a game ball is detected, it functions to generate the second grand prize opening entrance information and the specific area entrance information. With such a configuration, the game ball that has entered the second grand prize opening C20 or the specific area C22 can be finally detected by various ball sensors. In addition, like 2nd big prize opening unit C20u which concerns on this embodiment, by having further discharge ball | bowl detection apparatus C23s, the entrance information and specific area | region entrance information of the said discharge ball | bowl detection apparatus C23s, and 2nd big The number of game balls that have entered the second big prize opening C20 is accurately grasped from the winning entrance information, and the sum of the number of entering balls in the former matches the number of entering balls in the latter It is possible to detect errors such as ball clogging and clogging in the member (in other words, detecting the stopping of the game ball inside the second big prize opening C20). (However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the discharge ball detection device C23s may not be included).

(Supplementary explanation regarding the overall structure of the 2nd prize winning unit)
Here, when the second big prize opening electric accessory C21d (and the specific area shielding member C22c) according to the present embodiment is driven to the exit position with respect to the player side, the second big prize opening C20 (and The width of the opening of the specific area C22) {that is, the width d1 of the opening of the second big prize opening C20 (and the width d2 of the opening of the specific area C22)} shown in FIG. It is preferable to be configured so that it is impossible to enter the ball at the same time, and the width {width d1 (and width d2)} of such an opening is about the width of one game ball (or one game ball). It is more preferable that the width slightly exceeds the width of the minute). According to such a configuration, since a plurality of game balls cannot enter the second grand prize opening C20 at the same time, it is difficult for the game balls to overlap with each other with respect to the width of the flow path of the game balls. Etc. can be prevented. In addition, it is preferable that the distance (distance as the flow path of the game ball) between the second grand prize opening electrical accessory C21d and the specific area shielding member C22c according to the present embodiment is close (note that these The demerits when the distance is long will be described later).

<Light guide plate display device>
Next, the light guide plate display device SD according to the present embodiment will be described. The light guide plate display device SD is an optical device that mainly includes a light guide plate SD10 and a light emitting element SD20, and produces effects by surface light emission of the light guide plate SD10. The light guide plate display device SD according to this embodiment is configured such that light emitted from the light emitting element SD20 can be incident from the side surface of the light guide plate SD10 (configured to be a so-called edge light), In accordance with the effect display performed by the effect display device SG, an effect of emitting light as a display pattern (which will be described later) provided in advance on the light guide plate SD10 is performed. The side surface of the light guide plate SD10 shown here may be any part of the left side surface, right side surface, upper side surface, lower side surface, etc., as viewed from the player, or a combination thereof (this embodiment). As an example, it is assumed that light enters from the right side when viewed from the player). Although not described in detail, the light guide plate display device SD may include a device for electrically and mechanically connecting each component, a frame for fixing them, and the like (not shown). Good.

  Next, a method for applying the light guide plate display device SD according to the present embodiment to a gaming machine will be briefly described. The light guide plate display device SD according to the present embodiment is disposed so as to be the front surface of the effect display device SG (display region SG10) and the rear surface of the center decoration D38 (not shown) as viewed from the player (FIG. 5). . In this case, the display pattern on the light guide plate that can be visually recognized by the player is a portion exposed to the player from the center ornament D38 (see FIG. 6). In addition, the attachment location of the light guide plate display device SD according to the present embodiment is not limited to this, and is located on the front side, for example, the front side of the center decoration D38 or the front side or the rear side of the transparent plate D16 when viewed from the player. Further, a display pattern may be provided on the transparent plate D16 itself, and the light guide plate display device SD using the transparent plate D16 as a light guide plate may be used.

  Next, the light guide plate SD10 and the light emitting element SD20 will be described. The light guide plate SD10 is made of a light transmissive material such as a light transmissive resin material or a light transmissive glass material. In addition, as the said translucent material, arbitrary things may be used and it can select suitably considering intensity | strength, the transmittance | permeability (internal transmittance and external transmittance), etc. Here, the light guide plate SD10 is substantially transparent on the surface or inside of the light guide plate when not emitting light (transparency that does not extremely impede the game effect even if the player cannot normally see or can see). ) Is formed, the light of the light emitting element SD20 incident from the side surface of the light guide plate SD10 is received, and only the display pattern portion emits light, whereby the light guide plate display device SD (particularly, The display pattern (pattern or the like) of the light guide plate SD10) is visible. Examples of the method of forming the display pattern include a method of providing a minute groove or a minute hole in the shape of the display pattern desired to be formed in the region of the light guide plate SD10 (other existing methods). May be a display pattern forming method using The display pattern shown here is not limited in its pattern or pattern (pattern or character), arrangement position, size, etc., and can be appropriately designed according to game contents and game effects (for example, book In the embodiment, the display pattern is boned meat). Further, the thickness of the light guide plate SD10 is not particularly limited as long as it does not significantly impair the player's visibility. The light emitting element SD20 may use various light sources such as LEDs and cold cathode fluorescent lamps, and the light emission principle is not limited at all. For example, when the light emitting element SD20 is an LED, it can be used as a light source with little light damage to other members and good luminous efficiency. Further, as the light emitting element SD20, one having a desired color tone and light amount may be appropriately used. For example, by using LEDs of a plurality of colors (for example, green, red, and blue) as the structural unit of the light emitting element SD20 (and mixing those lights), light of almost all color tones including white light can be obtained. (In this way, a plurality of light sources may be combined into one unit as the light emitting element SD20). Although not described in detail, the color tone and the light emission pattern of the light emitting element SD20 are set in advance, and the color pattern of the light emitting element SD20 is controlled by the light emission pattern control unit (for example, the light guide plate display control means SM27) of the light emitting element SD20. By doing so, it is possible to cause the display pattern to emit light with an arbitrary color tone and light amount in accordance with the production. Here, the number of installed light-emitting elements SD20 is not particularly limited (extremely, an embodiment in which only one light-emitting element SD20 is provided is also conceivable). In the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, a plurality of light emitting elements SD20 are linearly arranged on the side surface of the light guide plate SD10. In this case, by controlling the color tone of each of the light emitting elements SD20, it is possible to make the color tones of some of the light emitting elements SD20 different from the light emitting elements SD20 different therefrom. Therefore, in a predetermined display pattern provided on the light guide plate SD10, for example, it is possible to perform an effect of changing the color tone in a gradation manner from the top and the bottom or the left and right (as viewed from the player) (for example, the light guide plate). It is also possible to produce an effect of causing the display pattern to emit a rainbow color on the display device SD).

  Next, the light emission principle in the light guide plate display device SD will be described with reference to FIG. As described above, the light guide plate SD10 is provided with a substantially transparent display pattern, and a light emitting element SD20 (for example, an LED light source) serving as a light source of light incident on the light guide plate SD10 is provided on the side surface of the light guide plate SD10. ) Is provided (see FIG. 6a). When the light emitting element SD20 emits light, light enters (guides) the light guide plate SD10. The light incident on the light guide plate SD10 can travel inside the light guide plate SD10 due to total reflection of the light guide plate SD10. Inside the light guide plate SD10, there are provided minute grooves, minute holes, etc. as display patterns. When the three-dimensional obstacle is touched, the light changes its path, and the light whose angle is smaller than the total reflection angle is emitted from the surface of the light guide plate SD10. As a result, when the light is not irradiated, the display pattern portion that is substantially transparent emits light, and the display pattern is also visible to the player (see FIG. 6b). Thus, since the light guide plate display device SD is based on a light emission principle that does not require a backlight or the like, it is difficult to hinder the player's visibility and can be installed in a space-saving manner.

  Here, in the present embodiment, only one light guide plate is used. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a plurality of light guide plates may be used. For example, two light guide plates SD10 ( It is good also as an aspect using the 1st light-guide plate and the 2nd light-guide plate. In that case, the first light guide plate and the second light guide plate may be arranged side by side (with a space or without a space). In addition, when using a plurality of light guide plates, the size of each light guide plate and the display pattern provided on each light guide plate can be individually designed, and for the player, the display pattern provided on the plurality of light guide plates You may comprise so that at least one part may overlap and can be visually recognized, or you may comprise so that the overlapping part may not exist at all. For example, in an aspect in which two light guide plates are used, various display patterns are formed on the first light guide plate and the second light guide plate, and different effect controls are applied to the respective light guide plates, so that various It is also possible to configure so as to produce an effect.

  Next, an electrical schematic configuration of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, as described above, pays out a game ball based on the main control board M that controls the progress of the game and information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M. Based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board KH to be controlled, various effects on the effect display device SG, such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker D24, A sub-control board S (in this example, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub-control unit SS are arranged on one board) for controlling execution of the lighting of the game effect lamp D26, error notification, etc., and these A power supply unit E that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including the control board is mainly configured. Here, the sub-control board S is a sub-main control unit SM that controls various effects on the effect display device SG such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the game effect lamp D26, and error notification. And two control units of a sub-sub control unit SS that performs display processing such as a decorative symbol change display / stop display and a hold display or a notice display on the effect display device SG. The main control board M, the winning ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control unit SM, and the sub-sub control unit SS are a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, and a ROM that stores programs that prescribe the arithmetic processes of the CPU and CPU RAM that temporarily stores data (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, etc.) is installed. Hereinafter, a schematic configuration of each substrate and an electrical connection mode between each substrate / device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board M has a winning opening sensor Ns {the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s, the auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device H11s, 1st prize winning opening prize detection device C11s, 2nd big prize winning prize winning detection apparatus C21s, general winning detection apparatus (not shown, the general winning entry is a winning entry with a winning ball but no symbol lottery. )}, Drive solenoids (not shown), such as the aforementioned first big prize opening electric combination solenoid, second big prize opening electric combination solenoid, etc., information display LEDs (not shown), etc. are essential for the progress of the game. It is electrically connected to the input / output device, and the progress of the game is controlled based on the input signal from each input device. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub-main control unit SM / sub-sub control unit SS). For example, information (commands) related to performance / game progress can be transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and the main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC via an external connection terminal. The game-related information can be output from an external device to an external device.

  In the present embodiment, as indicated by the arrows in FIG. 7, the main control board M and the winning ball payout control board KH are configured to be capable of bidirectional communication, while the main control board M and the sub main The control unit SM is configured to allow one-way communication from the main control board M to the sub-main control unit SM (the communication method may be either serial communication or parallel communication). The communication between control boards (between control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication.

  Next, the prize ball payout control board KH is a prize ball payout apparatus KE that executes payout of game balls, and an apparatus that can be operated by a player, accepts a game ball rental request, and receives the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to a game ball lending device R for transmission. Although not shown, in the present embodiment, the control circuit unit of the launching device is provided in the prize ball payout control board, and the prize ball payout control board and the launching device (launching handle, firing motor, ball feeding device). Etc.). In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device R is used as a separate body and is adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball lending device R may be integrated with the game machine. Control and management control of a recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be integrated.

  Next, as described above, the sub-control board S has the effect display device SG for displaying decorative symbols and the like, the speaker D24, the game effect lamp D26, the light guide plate display device SD, and other drive devices for effects. (Not shown). In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-control board S includes the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub-control unit SS, and controls the sound output from the speaker D24 by the sub-main control unit SM and displays the light guide plate. Control relating to light emission of the device SD, lighting control of the game effect (electric decoration) lamp D26, and determination control of display contents to be displayed on the effect display device are performed, and display control on the effect display device is performed by the sub-sub control unit SS. (Substantial display control) is performed. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S. However, the present invention is not limited to this (configured as a separate board). However, it is possible to reduce the situation that space is merited and noise is mixed into the wiring or the like by being configured to be integrated). Also, the work sharing between the two control units can be changed as appropriate, for example, the voice control is executed by the sub-sub control unit SS (suitable when a voice control circuit integrated with the VDP is adopted). Further, an electronic value may be given without giving a physical prize ball as a prize ball.

  Next, various functions of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the main control board M is a game peripheral device related to the game (first main game peripheral device A, second main game peripheral device B, first and second main game shared peripheral device C, auxiliary game peripheral device H), A sub-main control unit SM (sub-game control means SM) related to the performance is connected to a prize ball payout control board KH that performs payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control board M so that information can be transmitted. ing. Further, the sub main control unit SM (sub game control means SM) is electrically connected to the sub sub control unit SS (effect display means SS) for executing image effects, various game effect lamps D26 (for example, side lamps), speakers D24, and the like. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control board KH is electrically connected to a prize ball payout device KE including a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control board M, sub-main control part SM (sub-game control means SM), sub-sub control part SS (effect display means SS), prize ball payout control board KH, etc. are data and programs in terms of hardware. ROM, RAM, and elements such as a CPU used for arithmetic processing. In the following description, each means included in the main control board M may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device). For example, each means that is included in a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device) may be configured to be mounted on the main control board M. The details of each means (device) will be described below.

  First, the main control board M has a game information control means MJ for controlling the acquisition of game information, a game content determination means MN for determining the contents of the game, and the progress of games such as special games and specific games. A game progress means MP for managing the game, a game state temporary storage means MB for temporarily storing information relating to the game state and the like, and various game information {eg, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information {eg, , 16R jackpot, 16R (substantially 13R) jackpot, loss}, information on variation mode (for example, variation time), special game start signal / status information / end signal, hold information, etc.} The prize ball payout control board KH is controlled so that predetermined prize balls are paid out based on MT (and command transmission buffer MT10 for accumulating unsent commands) and winning of game balls to various winning holes. A prize balls paid out determination means MH to have, an error time control unit ME for controlling the time of the error.

  Here, the game information control means MJ determines whether or not each random number can be acquired, and the entrance determination means MJ10 for determining the inflow of game balls to each entrance (starting opening, etc.), and the determination result A random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 for acquiring each random number based on the above, a hold control means MJ30 for temporarily storing the ball entering each start port during the variable display as a hold ball within the upper limit number, and will be described later Based on the first main game side random number, the second main game side random number, and the auxiliary game side random number, a game content determination means MN for determining the content related to the game, and a display for performing control of displaying and changing and stopping each symbol Control means MP10 and second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20- for performing various processes directly related to opening / closing determination of the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10 B and normal games A special game control means MP30 for controlling a special game advantageous to the player, and a determination as to which game state the current game state is to be transferred with respect to the first main game, the second main game and the auxiliary game; Specific game control means MP50 for performing the process of shifting the game state based on the determination, and the current and past game states [e.g., the state relating to the main game {normal game state, specific game state (probability variation game state, time reduction Gaming state), special gaming state}, state relating to auxiliary games (easy release state, non-easy release state), stop symbol and variation mode information relating to main game symbol and auxiliary game symbol, on / off status of various flags, special game Game state temporary storage means MB for temporarily storing the game state (for example, the number of rounds or winning number information)]. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the entrance determination means MJ10 includes a first main game start entrance entrance determination means MJ11-A that determines whether or not a game ball has entered the first main game start entrance A10, and a second main game start entrance. The second main game start opening entrance determining means MJ11-B for determining whether or not a game ball has entered B10, and the auxiliary game entrance ball for determining whether or not the game ball has flowed into the auxiliary game start opening H10. The first big winning opening entrance judging means MJ11-C10 and the second big winning opening C20 for judging whether or not a game ball has entered the first big winning opening C10. Specific area entry determination that determines whether or not a game ball has entered the second large prize opening entrance determination means MJ11-C20 and whether or not a game ball has entered the specific area C22. Means MJ11-C22.

  Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 determines whether or not to acquire the first main game side random number based on the game ball entering the first main game start opening A10, and according to the determination result, To first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A for acquiring random numbers (for example, first winning random number, first variation mode determining random number, first main game symbol determining random number, etc.) and second main game starting port B10 And determining whether or not to acquire the second main game random number based on the incoming game ball, and depending on the determination result, the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second main random number, A second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B for acquiring a game symbol determination random number) and an auxiliary game for determining whether the auxiliary game side selection random number can be acquired and acquiring the random number based on the determination result Random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H There.

  Here, the “random number” in the claims and the present specification including the above is, for example, “0” to “65535” or “random number” assigned according to the type of random number (for example, a winning random number or a variation mode determining random number). It is a value randomly selected from a predetermined range such as “0” to “255”. 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 MJ30 uses the hold digest control means MJ31 for controlling the processing related to the hold digest and the change start, and the first main game side random number obtained in a situation where the first main game symbol change permission has not been granted. It is determined whether or not to temporarily store, and based on the determination result, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32 for holding the random number in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A until the symbol change permission is lowered. -A, it is determined whether or not to temporarily store the second main game random number acquired in a situation where the second main game symbol variation permission has not been granted, and based on the determination result, the random number is granted the symbol variation permission The second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B for holding in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the auxiliary game acquired in a situation where the auxiliary game symbol change permission is not granted It is determined whether or not the random number is temporarily stored, and based on the determination result, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H for holding the random number in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H until the symbol variation permission is granted. And have.

  Here, the pending digest control means MJ31 has a change start condition satisfaction determination means MJ31j for determining whether or not a condition for starting change is satisfied.

  Next, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32-A, the second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B and the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H can store a maximum of four, and combine the random numbers with the holding order. The first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A, the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H for temporary storage in the form of Have.

  Next, the game content determination means MN determines whether or not the special game is stopped and whether or not the second main game electric accessory B11d is open / closed, and the lottery means MN10 for determining the stop symbol of each symbol based on each random number. There is a symbol content determining means MN40 and a variation mode determining unit MN50 for determining a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of each symbol based on each random number. Here, the winning / losing lottery means MN10 makes a decision to shift to a special game if the winning lottery result is a win (for example, internally turns on the winning flag), First main game win / fail lottery means MN11-A for performing a lottery for the main game symbols, second main game pass / fail lottery means MN11-B for performing the lottery for the second main game symbols, and win / fail for the auxiliary game symbols Auxiliary game success / failure lottery means MN11-H for performing lottery is provided. Here, the first main game winning / failing lottery means MN11-A, the second main game winning / failing lottery means MN11-B, and the auxiliary game winning / failing lottery means MN11-H are referred to when performing the lottery regarding the first main game symbol. The first main game success / failure lottery table MN41ta-A, the second main game success / failure lottery table MN41ta-B referred to when performing the success / failure lottery on the second main game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol on / off lottery Each of them has an auxiliary gaming success / failure lottery table MN11ta-H that is referred to when performing. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the symbol content determination unit MN40 acquires the first main game content determination unit MN41-A that determines the stop symbol of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first main game random number), and the acquisition Based on the determined game content determination random number (second main game random number), the second main game content determination means MN41-B for determining the stop symbol of the second main game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number Auxiliary game content determination means MN41-H for determining the stop symbol of the game.

  Here, the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A has a first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the first main game symbol, The first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the gaming state (for example, for the gaming state, for the normal game → the first main game normal gaming state). Lottery table, probability variation game → first main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). The second main game symbol determination means MN41-B has a second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the second main game symbol, The second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the gaming state (for example, with regard to the gaming state, the lottery for the normal game → the second main game normal gaming state) Table, probability variation game → second main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN41-H has an auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol. The lottery table MN41ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table).

  Next, the variation mode determination unit MN50 determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first primary game random number). Based on the MN 51-A and the acquired game content determination random number (second main game random number), second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B that determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol, And auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H for determining a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number.

  Here, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A has a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A referred to when determining the variation mode related to the first main game symbol. The first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → first main game normal (Game state lottery table, probability variation game → first main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). The second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B has a second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the second main game symbol. The second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state (for example, with regard to the game state, normal game → second main game normal game) State lottery table, probability variation game → second main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game variation mode determination means MN51-H has an auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN51ta-H which is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the auxiliary game symbol, and determines the auxiliary game variation mode determination. The lottery table for MN51ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table).

  Next, the display control means MP10 performs a predetermined time on the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 and on the second main game symbol display unit B21g of the second main game symbol display device B20. The first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C that controls to stop display after changing the first main game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g of the auxiliary game symbol display device H20, assist for a predetermined time. Auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H for controlling to stop and display after changing the game symbol is provided.

  Here, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C has first and second main game symbol variation management timers MP11t-C (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Further, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H further includes an auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H capable of measuring time.

  Next, the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B determines whether or not the condition for performing the process of opening and closing the electric combination B11d of the second main game start opening B10 is satisfied. Second main game start port electric combination opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B and second main game start port electric combination for measuring the driving (opening) time of the electric combination B11d of the second main game start port B10 And an object release timer MP22t-B.

  Next, when the special game control means MP30 satisfies the condition determination means MP31 for determining whether or not the condition for shifting to the special game is satisfied, and the special game transfer condition, the contents of the special game (Specifically, the big winning opening to be opened, the number of rounds, the time between rounds, etc.) are determined and set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Special game execution means MP33 for executing a special game (big hit) for opening the mouth C10 or the second grand prize port C20 in a predetermined condition, and time management of various processes related to the special game (for example, the first grand prize port) Special game time management means MP34 for performing the opening and closing time of C10 and the second grand prize winning opening C20), and a ball game execution control means MP36 for executing the ball game. Here, the special game execution means MP33 includes first and second prize winning opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP33-C for opening and closing the first prize winning opening electric accessory C11d and the second prize winning opening electric accessory C21d. , A winning ball counter MP33c for measuring the winning balls to the first grand prize opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20, and the second big prize opening C20 enter into the game board surface from the specific area C22 or the outlet C23 A discharge ball counter MP33c2 for counting the played game balls. The special game time management means MP34 further includes a special game timer MP34t for managing the round time. The special game content determination means MP32 further includes a special game content reference table MP32ta that is referred to when specifying the content of the special game to be set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b (table) Details are not shown).

  Next, the specific game control means MP50 satisfies the probability variation game end condition determination means MP51 for determining whether or not the end condition for the probability variation game state is satisfied, and whether or not the end condition for the time-reduced game state is satisfied. Has a short-time game end condition determining means MP52. Here, the probability change game end condition determination means MP51 and the time-short game end condition determination means MP52 each have a probability change count counter MP51c capable of counting the probability change count and a time-short count counter MP52c capable of counting the time limit count. Here, the “specific game” means, for example, a probability variation game in which a lottery probability for a special game is higher than that in a normal game or a time shortening game in which the variation time of the main game symbol is relatively shorter than that in a normal game. Point to.

  Here, in the present embodiment, during the time reduction game, the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction) compared to during the non-time reduction game. function). Further, the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the electric accessory B11d of the second main game starting port B10 is relatively extended (opening time extension function). Also, the time-reduced game in the present embodiment ends when the total value of the number of changes of the first main game symbol and the number of times of change of the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number (probability variation game with no time limit restriction). except for). That is, the number of time reductions is configured to be subtracted every time the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol fluctuate (stop). The probability variation game end condition determination means MP51 and the short time game end condition determination means MP52 described above are, for example, a lottery to shift 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 the symbol changes. (A so-called pachinko gaming machine having a falling lottery function).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means MB includes the first main game (game from the change of the first main game symbol to the stop) and the second main game (from the change of the second main game symbol to the stop). First and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C for temporarily storing the current game state in the game) and auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10- for temporarily storing the current game state in the auxiliary game Special game-related information temporary storage means for temporarily storing H and the current game state in the special game (for example, the number of rounds, the number of winning game balls in an arbitrary round, on / off of various flags related to special games, etc.) Specific game-related information for temporarily storing the MB20b and the current game state in the specific game (for example, the remaining number of time reductions, ON / OFF of various flags related to the specific game, etc.) Storage means MB30b, and a, and Ball 確遊 technique related information temporary storage means MB40b for temporarily storing a game state of the ball 確遊 technique.

  Here, the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C are stopped according to the first or second main game symbol that is currently changing (the first or second main game symbol that satisfies the change start condition). There are first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C for temporarily storing symbols and variation mode information.

  Further, the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H temporarily stores auxiliary game symbol information for temporarily storing information such as a stop symbol related to the currently changing auxiliary game symbol (auxiliary game symbol satisfying the change start condition). Means MB11b-H are provided.

  Next, the error time control means ME has error related information temporary storage means ME10b for temporarily storing information relating to the occurrence of an error.

  Next, game peripheral devices will be described. Since some of the peripheral devices have already been described in detail, the remaining configuration will be briefly described. First, the game peripheral devices are a first main game peripheral device A that is a peripheral device on the first main game side, a second main game peripheral device B that is a peripheral device on the second main game side, and a first main game side. First and second main game shared peripheral device C, which is a shared peripheral device on the second main game side, auxiliary game peripheral device H related to auxiliary games, sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM, sub sub control unit SS (and effect display device SG) and the like. Here, the effects controlled by the sub-main control unit SM include the variation of the first main game symbol and the variation of the second main game symbol and the variation of the decorative symbol in a form synchronized in time with the result of the game. It concerns only the display of information that has no effect. Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

  First, the first main game peripheral device A includes a first main game start opening A10 that triggers the transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device A20 that can display stop and change display of the first main game symbol. ,have.

  Next, the second main game peripheral device B has a second main game start port B10 that triggers the transition to the special game, and a second main game symbol display device B20 that can display stop and change display of the second main game symbol. And have.

  Next, the first and second main game shared peripheral device C is in a closed state during a normal game, and is opened under a predetermined condition during a special game (big hit). And a second big prize opening C20 that is in a closed state during a normal game and is open under a predetermined condition during a ball game.

  Next, the auxiliary game peripheral device H includes the auxiliary game start port H10 that triggers the opening of the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10, and the stop display and change display of the auxiliary game symbols. And an auxiliary game symbol display device H20 capable of supporting the above.

  Next, the effect display control means (sub-main control unit) SM includes display information receiving means SM10 for receiving various information from the main control board M side, effect content determination processing and display control processing for effect display. Effect display control means SM20 for controlling the error, error notification control means SM30 for controlling error notification when an error occurs, and information transmission / reception control means SM40 for controlling information transmission / reception with the sub-sub control unit SS side. Hereafter, each said means is explained in full detail.

  First, the display information receiving means SM10 has main-side information temporary storage means SM11b for temporarily storing symbol information and display instruction information related to the first main game and the second main game from the main control board M side. .

  Next, the effect display control means SM20 is a decorative symbol display control means SM21 that controls the decorative pattern variation mode and stop symbol determination processing and display control processing, and the decorative symbol display control processing that holds the decorative symbol hold count management and hold display processing. Information display control means SM22, hold prefetch effect execution control means SM26 that controls hold prefetch effects, background effect display control means SM23 that controls background image determination processing and display control processing, and notice effect content determination processing and display control processing Notice effect display control means SM24 for managing the display, reach effect display control means SM25 for determining the reach effect content determination process and display control process, light guide plate display control means SM27 for controlling the display of the light guide plate display device SD, And extended state display control means SM28 for controlling display related to the extended range. For example, consecutive resorts are called consecutive resorts such as a big hit during a specific game, and an event that shifts to a specific game again after the big hit. The specific game refers to a probability-variable game state and / or a time-saving game state, that is, a game in which the game state up to the occurrence of the big hit is advantageous to the player. It means that it is in a state.

  Next, the error notification control means SM30 has an error occurrence determination means SM31 for determining whether or not an error has occurred.

  Here, the decorative design display control means SM21 is based on the information from the main control board M side, the display design content determination means SM21n for determining the stop design and the variation mode of the decorative design, and the decorative design display variation SM21n. The drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b for temporarily storing various information (variation mode information, stop symbol information, various flags, etc.), and the drawing variation time management timer SM21t for timing the variation time of the decorative symbols; ,have. Here, the drawing display content determination means SM21n further includes a drawing variation content determination lottery (reference) table SM21ta that is referred to when determining the stop symbol and variation mode of the decorative symbol (details of the table). (Not shown).

  Next, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 has a drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b for temporarily storing information relating to the hold related to the decorative design.

  Next, the hold pre-reading effect execution control means SM26 has hold pre-reading effect execution enable / disable determining means SM26k for determining whether or not the hold pre-reading effect can be executed (for example, whether there is a hold that is expected to be a big hit in the hold). doing.

  Next, the background effect display control means SM23 temporarily stores information related to the background effect display content determining means SM23n for determining the display content of the background effect based on the information from the main control board M side. And background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b.

  Next, the notice effect display control means SM24 is based on the information from the main control board M side, the notice effect display content determining means SM24n for determining the display content and display timing of the notice effect, and the information related to the notice effect display. Is temporarily stored in advance notice related information SM24b, and a second display area effect determination table SM24ta for determining the contents of the second display area effect.

  Next, the reach effect display control means SM25 is based on information from the main control board M side, reach effect display content determining means SM25n for determining the display content and display timing of the reach effect, and information related to the reach effect display. A reach production related information temporary storage means SM25b for temporarily storing the game, and a reach-in-reach production table SM25ta for determining the content of the reach production during the specific game (and in the consecutive game) ing.

  Next, the extended villa state display control means SM28 includes extended villa state temporary storage means SM28b for temporarily storing information relating to the extended villa state.

  The sub game control means (sub main control section) SM includes a light guide plate display device SD that can emit light based on information from the sub game control means (sub main control section) SM, and a sub game control means (sub main control section). Part) It is electrically connected to effect display means (sub-sub control part) SS for executing image display processing based on information from SM. Here, the light guide plate display device SD includes a light guide plate SD10 which is a plate having a high transmittance for displaying a predetermined pattern by entering light from an end face, a light emitting element SD20 which emits light incident on the light guide plate SD10, have.

  Further, the effect display means (sub-sub control part) SS displays an image on the display area SG10 on the effect display device SG and the sub-information transmission / reception control means SS10 that controls information transmission / reception with the sub-main control part SM side. Control means SS20. Here, the image display control means SS20 further includes image display related information temporary storage means SS21b for temporarily storing commands received from the sub-main control unit SM side and information relating to various image displays.

  The effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS is electrically connected to an effect display device SG that displays an image related to the effect based on information from the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS. Here, the effect display device SG has a display area SG10 for displaying an image.

  Here, the display area SG10 has a decoration symbol display area SG11 for variably displaying a decoration symbol, and a first hold display section SG12 (and a second hold display section SG13) for displaying main game hold information. ing.

  The first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are connected to the main control board M so as to be able to transmit information, and the remaining effect display means (sub-sub control unit) ) SS is connected to the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM so as to be able to transmit information. That is, the first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are controlled by the main control board M, and the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS is sub-game control. Meaning that it is controlled by means (sub-main control unit) SM. Note that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main control board M and another peripheral device controlled by one-way communication (one-way communication).

  Next, FIG. 9 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by the main control board M. After powering on the gaming machine, the process of FIG. That is, after the game machine is turned on and initialized (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board M confirms the input port of the RAM clear button and the reset button (RAM clear) of the power supply unit E. Button) has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed intentionally by a game hall manager or the like. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board M clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means MB) on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the information transmission control means MT transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub main control unit SM side (even if it is transmitted at this timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M in step 1008 (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power interruption and the RAM area are stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information). Next, in step 1010, the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are not normal based on the check result (whether or not the information at the time of power interruption is accurately backed up in the RAM). If YES in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 1004 (RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if the data backed up to the RAM in Step 1010 is normal, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, the main control board M is stored (backed up) in the RAM in the main control board M in Step 1012. The information command is acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side (the command may be transmitted at the timing, or the command is set at the timing and described later. It may be configured to transmit in the transmission process), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the main control board M is triggered by a scheduled execution interrupt (for example, about every 1.5 ms) related to the main processing on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt period is set to T) (as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, (b) in FIG. 11 is executed), the process proceeds to step 1018. . After step 1018, the main control board M repeatedly executes various random number update processing (for example, random number counter increment processing) until the next scheduled interrupt timing is reached.

  Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. The main control board M executes the process shown in FIG. 5B based on the interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. In other words, the main control board M executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process, which will be described later, in step 1100 when the scheduled interrupt period T is reached (for example, a hardware interrupt every approximately 1.5 ms). Next, at step 1200, the main control board M executes an electric accessory driving determination process described later. Next, in step 1300, the main control board M executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process which will be described later. Next, in step 1400, the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, at step 1500, the main control board M executes a special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1800, the main control board M executes an error time control process to be described later. Next, in step 1910, the main control board M (especially the winning ball payout determining means MH) wins the winning ball payout control process (drive control of the winning ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning opening where the game ball has won. The payout control board KH is executed, and a process for managing the result is executed. Next, at step 1920, the main control board M executes external signal output processing (information output to the external terminal board, hall computer H, etc.). Next, in step 1930, the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub main control unit side), and is executed immediately before the execution of this interrupt process. Return to the process that was being performed.

  Next, NMI interrupt processing will be described. As described above, the main control board M is configured such that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the processing of FIG. Is done. That is, when the gaming machine is powered off (in this example, when an NMI interrupt occurs), in step 1020, the main control board M sets power interruption information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. Next, in step 1022, the main control board M prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power-off waiting loop processing.

  Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the auxiliary game start port entry determining means MJ11-H determines whether or not a game ball has entered (inflow, passed in the case of a gate) into the auxiliary game start port H10. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and whether or not the number of hold balls is not the upper limit (for example, 4). Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1108, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H sets the random number together with information on what number of the hold is in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H. 1 is added to return to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in step 1102 and step 1104, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the second main gaming electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H, and determines whether or not the electric accessory releasing flag is off. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H and determines whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H accesses the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H and determines whether or not there is a holding ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. . In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H to determine the auxiliary game side game state (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). In addition to the acquisition, the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H is referred to, and the stop symbol is determined based on the acquired auxiliary game side game state and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, auxiliary game) When the time reduction flag is on, the winning symbol is selected with a higher probability than when it is off), and temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H. Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1204 determines whether the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C stores the auxiliary game symbol based on the auxiliary game side game state (the flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is on, and 30 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) related to the variable time is set. In step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns on the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H updates the hold information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H after subtracting 1 from the hold ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. At the same time, after the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation management timer MP11t-H, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol change display on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g.

  Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C to determine whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H to acquire the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and the acquired auxiliary The stop symbol of the game symbol is confirmed and displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g. Then, at step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns off the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1230, the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “winning”. In the case of Yes in step 1230, in step 1232, the second main game electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B determines the second main game start port based on the auxiliary game side game state (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). Predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric game object in the electric game object release timer MP22t-B (for example, 6 seconds when the auxiliary game short time flag is on, 0.5 seconds when the auxiliary game short time flag is off) Set. Next, in Step 1234, the second main gaming electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B turns on the electric accessory releasing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H. In step 1236, the second main game electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B opens the second main game electric accessory B11d in the second main game starting port B10. Next, in Step 1238, the second main game electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main game start opening electric accessory release timer MP22t-B, and determines the predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric accessory. Determine whether the time has been reached. In the case of Yes in Step 1238, in Step 1240 and Step 1242, the second main game electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B closes the second main game electric accessory B11d in the second main game starting port B10, The electric game article releasing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H is turned off, and the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  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 1206, step 1224, step 1230, and step 1238, the subroutine Return to the caller.

  Further, in this flowchart, for the sake of convenience, after the stop symbol is displayed in step 1226, the process proceeds to the next step immediately, but the present invention is not limited to this. In that case, it may be configured to move to the next processing after a fixed stop display time of about 500 ms (for example, this processing is performed by performing branch processing using a stop display fixing flag and a timer). Achievable).

  Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the first main game start entrance entering determination means MJ11-A receives the first main game start entrance entrance information from the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s of the first main game start entrance A10. Is received. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A and determines the main game (especially the first main game). It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the “side” is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, the winning lottery random number for determining the success / failure, the symbol lottery random number for determining the winning symbol, and the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol are determined. The three random numbers of the variation mode lottery random numbers to acquire are acquired. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update periods and random number ranges, and are sequentially acquired at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32-A temporarily stores (holds) the acquired first main game content determination random number in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A. . Next, in step 1310, the hold control means MJ30 sets information (holding occurrence command) indicating that the first main game random number has been acquired in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM ( Is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1930).

  Next, in step 1312, the second main game start entrance ball judging means MJ11-B enters the second main game start entrance ball from the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s of the second main game start entrance B10. It is determined whether or not information has been received. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the main game (particularly the second main game). It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the “side” is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers of the success / failure lottery random number, the symbol lottery random number, and the variation mode lottery random number are acquired as in the first main game content determination means. Incidentally, the acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and the acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, the first lottery random number for the first main game and the right lottery random number for the second main game) Are set to the same range. Next, in step 1318, the second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B temporarily stores (holds) the acquired second main game content determination random number in the second main game hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B. . Next, in step 1320, the hold control means MJ30 sets information (holding occurrence command) indicating that the second main game random number has been acquired in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM ( Is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1930), and the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine. If NO in step 1302 and step 1304, the process proceeds to step 1312. If NO in step 1312 and step 1314, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  In the present embodiment, information indicating that a random number has been acquired is transmitted as information to be transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in Step 1310 and Step 1320. The number of reservations may be attached and transmitted, and it can be substituted as information indicating that a random number has been acquired using these pieces of information.

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the hold digest control means MJ31 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B and confirms whether there is no hold of the second main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), the game content determination means MN executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the game content determination means MN executes a second main game symbol display process described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Thus, in the present embodiment, when there is a holding ball of the second main game symbol, regardless of the presence of the holding ball of the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the holding of the first main game symbol) However, this is not limited to this, but it is not limited to this (the pending digest based on the winning order and both main game symbols are simultaneously executed in parallel). It may be configured to execute a parallel lottery for lottery.

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. In addition, since this process is substantially the same process on the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol side, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the processing on the second main game symbol side will be described. Use parentheses. First, in step 1403, the pending digest control means MJ31 determines whether or not a change start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is that the special game is not being played (or the condition device is being operated), the main game symbol is not changing, and there is a hold of the main game symbol. Although not shown in this example, in the case of providing a variable fixed time (time for displaying the fixed display symbol after the main game symbol is displayed), during the variable fixed time, You may comprise so that it may not satisfy | fill.

  In the case of Yes in step 1403, in steps 1405 and 1406, the hold digest control means MJ31 stores the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A (second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B). The first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) related to the current symbol variation that is temporarily stored is read and the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A (second main game) The information is deleted from the symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B), and the remaining information temporarily stored is shifted (holding digestion processing). Next, at step 1410-1, the success / failure lottery means MN10 refers to the first main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-B) corresponding to each gaming state. Based on 1 main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, a winning lottery random number), a main game symbol winning lottery is executed.

  Here, FIG. 15 (main game table 1) is an example of the first main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability varying gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-stochastic varying gaming state. Note that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this. Further, in the present embodiment, the hit (so-called small hit) where the gaming state cannot be changed is not illustrated, but a small hit may be generated (winning for the small hit).

  Next, in step 1410-2, the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A (second main game symbol determination means MN41-B) selects the first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second With reference to the main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B), the main game based on the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number) Stop symbols relating to symbols are determined, and these are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C.

  Here, FIG. 15 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, when a big hit is won, one main game is selected from among a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, “4A · 7A” and “4B · 7B”). The symbol is configured to be determined as a jackpot symbol. Note that the number of special game rounds determined with reference to the main game symbol is 16R in all symbols (in the case of 4A symbol, the 14th to 16th rounds are short-term open, so it is substantially 13R). ing. Note that the types of random numbers and stop symbols are only examples, and the present invention is not limited to this. {For example, a lose symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, and a plurality of types of symbols may be provided. When the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the state and the selection rate of the variation mode and / or the selection rate of the main game symbol are different from those before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed (limited frequency state). May be configured to migrate}.

  Next, in step 1410-3, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A (second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B) draws the first main game variation mode determination lottery corresponding to each game state. Refer to the table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B), the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (especially the variation The main game symbol variation mode is determined based on the mode lottery random number), temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the process proceeds to step 1415.

  Here, FIG. 15 (main game table 3) is an example of a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). As shown in this example, the present embodiment is configured such that the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol is determined based on the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result and the main game short time flag state. That is, when the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result is a win, it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long, and when the main game short flag is on (time shortened gaming state) In particular, it is configured to easily determine a variation mode in which the variation time is short. Further, in the hit variation on the second main game side in the time shortening game state, only the variation mode B3 (the variation for 60 seconds) is determined as the variation mode. This example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of stop symbol, the selection rate, or the like. Further, in the present embodiment, for convenience of explanation, it is not configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls, but needless to say, it may be configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls. Absent. Further, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time-reduced game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long {the symbol on the second main game side When the change is configured to be advantageous for the player, the second main game side is likely to be suspended by reducing the symbol variation efficiency on the first main game side (advantageous for the player). This is particularly effective when the starting port on the first main game side and the starting port on the second main game side cannot be distinguished}.

  Next, in step 1415, the game content determination means MN determines the commands (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information) related to the main game symbols temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. , Change mode information, etc.) and a command (symbol change display start instruction command) relating to the current gaming state are set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (control command transmission processing in step 1930) Is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side). Next, in step 1416, the first and second main game symbol variation time management means 1202 sets a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol in the first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C. To do. Next, in step 1417, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C causes the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) ( On the second main game symbol display unit B21g), the main game symbol variation display is started in accordance with the variation mode stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. Next, in step 1418, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns on the changing flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB11-C, Control goes to step 1420.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1403, in step 1419, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C refers to the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB11-C and changes. It is determined whether or not the middle flag is on. If Yes in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420. If No in step 1419, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Next, in step 1420, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sends information indicating that symbol variation has ended (the symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub main control unit SM side. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930). Next, in step 1423, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C causes the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) ( The change display of the main game symbol on the second main game symbol display part B21g) is stopped, and the stop symbols stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C are displayed as the fixed stop symbols. Control. Next, in step 1424, the first / second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns off the changing flag in the flag area of the first / second main game state temporary storage means MB11-C. .

  Next, in step 1430, the game content determination means MN refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a big hit symbol. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1430, in step 1432, the game content determination means MN turns on the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. On the other hand, if No at step 1430, step 1432 is skipped.

  Next, at step 1450, the specific game control means MP50 executes a specific game end determination process described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 1420, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the probability variation counter MP51c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1454, the specific game control means MP50 subtracts 1 from the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c. Next, in step 1456, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the probability variation counter MP51c and determines whether or not the counter value (remaining probability variation) is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1456, in step 1460, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and proceeds to step 1470. It should be noted that the process proceeds to step 1470 also in the case of No in step 1452 and step 1456.

  Next, in step 1470, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1470, in step 1472, the specific game control means MP50 decrements the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c by 1. Next, in step 1474, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value (remaining time reduction count) is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1474, in step 1476 and step 1478, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Return to the subroutine caller. Note that if the answer is No in steps 1470 and 1474, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 17 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 condition determination means MP31 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the special game control means MP30 determines the specific game flag (main game probability change flag / main game short flag / auxiliary game short time) in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Flag) off. Next, in step 1506, the specific game control means MB30b clears the values of the probability variation number counter MP51c and the hourly number counter MP52c. Next, in step 1508, the special game control means MP30 turns on a special game transition permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1510, the special game control means MP30 turns off the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in step 1502, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in step 1604 and step 1606, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game transition permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and the special game execution flag. Turn on. Next, in step 1607, the special game executing means MP33 sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side ( In step 1930, the control command is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side). Next, in step 1608, the special game execution means MP33 sets an initial value (1 in this example) to a round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to step 1610. .

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1609, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If Yes in step 1609, the process proceeds to step 1610. In the case of No in step 1609, the special game execution means MP33 determines that the special game permission has not been granted and returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Next, in step 1610, the special game executing means MP33 determines whether or not the currently executed round is a predetermined round (14th and 16th rounds) for opening and closing the second big prize opening C20. In the case of Yes in step 1610, in step 1650a, the special game execution means MP33 executes a normal unit game execution process described later (opens the first big prize opening C10), and proceeds to step 1612. On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 1610, in Step 1650b, the ball certain game execution control means MP36 executes a ball certain unit game execution process described later (opens the second big prize opening C20), and proceeds to Step 1612. To do.

  Next, in step 1612, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the final round has ended (for example, the round number counter in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b). Whether or not the counter value (not shown) exceeds the maximum number of rounds). In the case of Yes in step 1612, in step 1614, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1616, the special game execution means MP33 sets information (special game end display instruction command) to end the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub main control unit SM side. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process in step 1930). In step 1700, the specific game control means MP50 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 1612, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the normal unit game execution process according to the subroutine of step 1650a in FIG. First, in step 1652a, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and determines whether or not the open flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1652a, in step 1654a, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the discharge waiting flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1654a, the process proceeds to step 1670a.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1652a, in step 1656a, the special game execution means MP33 turns on the open flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1658a, the special game executing means MP33 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the main game symbol being stopped is a predetermined jackpot symbol (7A, 4B, 7B). ) Is not determined. In the case of Yes in step 1658a, in step 1660a, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and whether the currently executed round is a predetermined round (in this example, the 15th round). Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in Step 1660a, in Step 1662a, the special game execution means MP33 sets the short opening mode (for example, opening for 0.1 second) as the opening mode of the first big prize opening C10, and proceeds to Step 1666a. To do. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1658a or step 1660a, in step 1664a, the special game executing means MP33 sets a long open mode (for example, 30 seconds open) as the open mode of the first big prize opening C10. The process proceeds to 1666a.

  Next, in step 1666a, the special game executing means MP33 opens the first big prize opening C10 in the set release mode. Next, in step 1668a, the special game execution means MP33 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and proceeds to step 1670a.

  Next, in step 1670a, the special game execution means MP33 confirms the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c and determines whether or not a predetermined number (for example, 10) of gaming balls have won the first big winning opening C10. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1670a, the process proceeds to step 1684a. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1670a, in step 1672a, the special game execution means MP33 determines whether or not the opening period (set opening mode) of the first big winning opening C10 has ended. In the case of Yes in step 1672a, the process proceeds to step 1684a.

  Next, in step 1684a, the special game executing means MP33 turns on a discharge waiting flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1676a, the special game executing means MP33 closes the first big prize opening C10. Next, in step 1678a, the special game executing means MP33 starts by setting the discharge standby time (1 second in this example) to the discharge standby timer MP34t2, and proceeds to step 1680a. Note that if the answer is No in step 1654a, the process proceeds to step 1680a.

  Next, in step 1680a, the special game executing means MP33 refers to the first grand prize opening winning detection device C11s and determines whether or not a new game ball has entered the first big winning opening C10. In the case of Yes in Step 1680a, in Step 1682a, the special game executing means MP33 sets an over-throwing ball display instruction command to the sub side (transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process of Step 1930). The process proceeds to step 1684a. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 1680a, the process proceeds to step 1684a.

  Next, in step 1684a, the special game executing means MP33 refers to the timer value of the discharge standby timer MP34t2, and determines whether or not the discharge standby time has expired. In the case of Yes in step 1684a, in step 1686a, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the discharge waiting flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1688a, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the open flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1690a, the special game executing means MP33 adds 1 to the round number counter (increment), and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. In the case of No in step 1672a and step 1684a, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the tama sure unit game execution processing according to the subroutine of step 1650b in FIG. First, in step 1652b, the ball certain game execution means MP36 refers to the flag area of the ball certain game related information temporary storage means MB40b, and determines whether or not the open flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1652b, in step 1654b, the ball certain game execution means MP36 refers to the flag area of the ball certain game related information temporary storage means MB40b and determines whether or not the discharge waiting flag is off. If Yes in step 1654b, the process proceeds to step 1666b.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1652b, in step 1656b, the ball sure game executing means MP36 turns on the releasing flag in the flag area of the ball sure game related information temporary storage means MB40b. Next, in step 1658b, the ball game executing means MP36 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the stopped main game symbol is a predetermined jackpot symbol (7A, 4B, 7B). In the case of Yes in Step 1658b, in Step 1660b, the ball game execution means MP36 sets the short opening mode (for example, opening for 0.1 second) as the opening mode of the second big prize opening C20, and in Step 1663b Transition. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1658b, in step 1662b, the special game execution means MP33 sets a long open mode (for example, open for 30 seconds) as the open mode of the second big prize opening C20, and proceeds to step 1663b. To do.

  Next, at step 1663b, the ball game playing means MP36 opens the second big prize opening C20 in the set release mode. Next, at step 1664b, the ball game execution means MP36 opens the specific area shielding member C22c (opens for 31 seconds at the maximum). Next, in step 1665b, the ball game playing means MP36 clears the counter values of the winning ball counter MP33c and the discharged ball counter MP33c2, and proceeds to step 1666b.

  Next, in step 1666b, the ball proof game execution means MP36 refers to the ball proof game related information temporary storage means MB40b, and determines whether or not a game ball has entered the specific area C22. In the case of Yes in step 1666b, in step 1667b, the ball sure game execution means MP36 refers to the ball confirm game related information temporary storage means MB40b, and the game ball is inserted for the first time in the special game being executed. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1667b, in step 1668b, the ball game execution means MP36 sets a command related to light emission of the light guide plate display device to the sub side (in the control command transmission process of step 1930, the sub main control unit SM). Sent to the side). Next, in step 1669b, the ball certain game execution means MP36 turns on the probability change transition reservation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to step 1670b. It should be noted that the process proceeds to step 1670b also in the case of No in steps 1666b and 1667b.

  Next, in step 1670b, the special game executing means MP33 confirms the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c and determines whether or not a predetermined number (9) of gaming balls have won the second big winning opening C20. In the case of Yes in step 1670b, the process proceeds to step 1684b. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1670b, in step 1672b, the ball positive game execution means MP36 determines whether or not the opening period (set opening mode) of the second big prize opening C20 has ended. In the case of Yes in Step 1672b, the process proceeds to Step 1684b.

  Next, in step 1684b, the ball game execution means MP36 turns on a discharge waiting flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, at step 1676b, the ball game playing means MP36 closes the second big prize opening C20. Next, in step 1678b, the ball positive game executing means MP36 starts by setting the discharge standby time (1 second in this example) to the discharge standby timer MP34t2, and proceeds to step 1680b. In addition, also when No in step 1654b, it transfers to step 1680b.

  Next, in step 1680b, the ball game playing means MP36 refers to the timer value of the discharge standby timer MP34t2, and determines whether or not the discharge standby time has expired. In the case of Yes in Step 1680b, in Step 1682b, the ball game execution means MP36 determines the number of winning balls and the number of discharged balls to the second big winning opening C20 (the specific area entrance detecting device C22s and the discharged ball detecting device C23s). (The total value of the detected number of game balls) is confirmed and set in the discharge ball counter MP33c2. Next, at step 1684b, the ball game playing means MP36 refers to the counter values of the winning ball counter MP33c and the discharging ball counter MP33c2 to determine whether there is a discharging error (whether winning ball number = discharged ball number). )).

  In the case of Yes in step 1684b, in step 1686b, the ball game execution means MP36 closes the specific area shielding member C22c. In the present embodiment, the specific region shielding member C22c is configured to be closed when there is no discharge error after the end of the discharge standby time. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The specific area shielding member C22c may be closed after the maximum opening time has elapsed and after the discharge waiting time has ended. Next, in step 1688b, the ball game execution means MP36 turns off the discharge waiting flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1694b, the ball game execution means MP36 turns off the open flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1696b, the ball game execution means MP36 adds 1 to the round number counter (increment), and returns to the caller of this subroutine. If No in step 1684b, the ball game execution means MP36 sets an error display command in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side in step 1698b (control command in step 1930). In the transmission process, it is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side), and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in steps 1672b and 1680b, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Here, FIG. 21 is an image diagram relating to the opening / closing (particularly, the 14th to 15th rounds) of the first grand prize opening C10 and the second big prize opening C20 in the present embodiment. As shown in the figure, first, FIG. 10A is an image diagram during the discharge waiting time of the 13th round, and the first big prize opening C10: closed, the second big prize opening C20: closed, a specific area. Shield member C22c: closed.

  Next, FIG. 5B is an image diagram at the start of the 14th round. As shown in the figure, the first grand prize opening C10: closed, the second big prize opening C20: open, the specific area shielding member C22c: open, and the game balls flowing down toward the attacker unit C20u are , Since it can enter the second big prize opening C20 from the opened second big prize opening C20 and the specific area shielding member C22c is in the open state, it entered the second big prize opening C20 The game ball passes (enters) the specific area C22.

  Next, (c) in the figure shows that in the 14th round, nine game balls entered the second grand prize opening C20 or the opening time of the second big prize opening C20 (30 seconds in this example) has elapsed. It is an image figure at the time of the 2nd big prize opening C20 closing by this, and during discharge waiting time. As shown in the figure, the first grand prize opening C10: closed, the second big prize opening C20: closed, the specific area shielding member C22c: open, and when the second large prize opening C20 is closed, the specific area Since the shielding member C22c is not closed, the game ball existing inside the second grand prize opening C20 (particularly before reaching the specific area shielding member C22c) can continue to enter the specific area C22.

  Next, FIG. 4D is an image diagram at the start of the 15th round after the end of the 14th round discharge waiting time. As shown in the figure, the first grand prize opening C10: open, the second big prize opening C20: closed, the specific area shielding member C22c: closed, and the discharge waiting time has ended, so that the specific area This is because the shielding member C22c is in a closed state.

  In this way, by controlling the opening and closing of the big prize opening (the first big prize opening C10 and the second big prize opening C20) during the special game, the big prize related to the next round for a predetermined time after the opening of the big prize opening is completed. While waiting for the opening of the mouth, it is possible to guarantee the time until the game ball existing inside the big prize opening is discharged, and during the discharge waiting time of the predetermined round (14th and 16th rounds), the second big prize opening C20 By keeping the specific area shielding member C22c in the open state, a game ball that has entered the second large prize opening C20 at the closing of the second large prize opening C20 can easily enter the specific area C22. It is possible to provide a user-friendly gaming machine. In addition, it is preferable to shorten the distance between the second grand prize winning opening C20 and the specific area C22. In such a case, the discharge waiting time between rounds can be shortened and the special game can proceed smoothly. Is possible. Further, the next round (in particular, the opening of the first big prize opening C10) is started almost simultaneously (immediately) with the end of the discharge waiting time (closing of the specific area shielding member C22c). Since the detection of the entry in the ball detection device C22s (or the discharge ball detection device C23s) and the detection of the entry in the first grand prize opening prize detection device C11s do not occur at the same time, the processing related to the entry (after the special game ends) It is possible to avoid crossover of the decision whether or not to shift to the probability variation gaming state, the effect related to the entry, etc. (guaranteeing that the ball accuracy judgment is not carried over to the next round) In addition, there is an effect that the special game can be smoothly advanced without extra time between rounds. It should be noted that a game ball enters a specific area (a specific area C22 in the second big prize opening C20) as in this embodiment, so that the probability variation gaming state is entered after the special game ends. In gaming machines that are determined to be transferred (so-called gaming machines having a ball accuracy function), it is an important factor in gaming with the gaming machine that a gaming ball enters a specific area. Let me supplement.

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of step 1700 in FIG. First, in step 1702, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and determines whether or not the probability variation transfer reservation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1702, in step 1703, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the probability change transition reservation flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in step 1704, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in the probability variation counter MP51c. Next, in step 1706, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (in this example, 100 times) to the counter value of the time reduction number counter MP52c. Next, in step 1708, the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b is turned on, and the process proceeds to step 1712. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1702, in step 1710, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number (for example, 50 times) as the counter value of the time-saving number counter MP52c, and proceeds to step 1712.

  In this embodiment, when the main game probability change flag is on, the value is larger than that when the main game probability change flag is off (in this example, the main game probability change flag is on 100 times, The main game probability change flag is set to be set to the short-time counter MP52c. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the main game is also performed when the main game probability variable flag is off in the short-time counter MP52c. The same value as when the probability variation flag is on may be set. In this case, for example, when the second big prize opening C20 has won a special game with a long open round and there is no entry into the specific area C22, the second big prize opening It may be configured such that the disadvantage of the player can be reduced by giving preferential treatment to the number of short times when compared with a special game in which a round in which C20 is short-open exists.

  Next, in step 1712 and step 1714, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and calls this subroutine. Return to.

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the error time control process according to the subroutine of step 1800 in FIG. First, in step 1802, the error time control means ME refers to the flag area of the error related information temporary storage means ME10b and determines whether or not the error notification completion flag is off. If YES in step 1802, in step 1804, the error time control means ME refers to the error related information temporary storage means ME10b, and whether or not a new error (for example, a full plate bottom error, a ball clogging error, etc.) has occurred. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1804, in step 1805, the error time control means ME refers to the error related information temporary storage means ME10b and determines whether or not the generated error is an error that does not interrupt the game. In the case of Yes in step 1805, in step 1806, the error time control means ME sets a command related to error notification to the sub side (sent to the sub main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1930). . Next, in step 1807, the error time control means ME turns on the error notification flag in the flag area of the error related information temporary storage means ME10b and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 1804, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine. If NO in step 1805, in step 1808, the error time control means ME sets a command related to the interruption error notification to the sub side (transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930). (The sub side notifies that an error that interrupts the game has occurred). Next, in step 1809, the error-time control means ME stops the game (the error is canceled by re-powering on and the game is resumed. In this case, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine. ).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1802, in step 1810, the error time control means ME refers to the error related information temporary storage means ME10b and determines whether or not the error that has occurred has ended. If YES in step 1810, in step 1812, the error time control means ME sets a command related to the end of the error to the sub side (transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1930). . Next, in step 1814, the error time control means ME turns off the error notification completion flag in the flag area of the error related information temporary storage means ME10b, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 1810, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described with reference to FIGS. First, FIG. 24 is a main flowchart on the sub control board S side (particularly on the sub main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 4D is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after resetting, such as when the game machine is powered on. That is, at the time of powering on the gaming machine, in step 2002, the sub-main control unit SM executes an initial process based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side) (for example, RAM clear information is stored). If received, the sub-side RAM is initialized, various information commands are received, and the production-related information at the time of power interruption is reset in the sub-side RAM). Thereafter, the process proceeds to a loop process for repeatedly executing (f) which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit SM. Here, when (f) is executed, as shown in the processing of (f) in the figure, first, in step 2050, the secondary game control means (sub-main control unit) SM performs the extended game state control described later. Execute the process. Next, in step 2100, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a hold information management process described later. Next, in step 2200, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 2300, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, at step 2400, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a special game related display control process which will be described later. Next, in step 2500, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a light guide plate display control process to be described later. Next, in step 2600, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes an error time display control process which will be described later. Next, in step 2700, the sub game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes display command transmission control processing (transmits commands set in these series of subroutines to the sub-sub control unit SS side). The repetition processing routine is terminated.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit SM employs a form in which the sub-main routine (S2050 to S2700) is loop-processed after reset. Further, the process of FIG. 5E is an interrupt process of the sub main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line on the main control board M described above is sent to one terminal (in this example) of the CPU of the sub main control unit SM. , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (e). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub main control unit SM (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 2004, the sub main control unit SM receives the command input port (from the main control board M side). Check the data signal line input port). Then, in step 2006, the sub main control unit SM sends the command transmitted from the main control board M side to the RAM (for example, main side information temporary storage means SM11B) on the sub main control unit SM side based on the confirmation result. Is temporarily stored, and the process that was being executed immediately before this interrupt process is restored.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of extended resort state control processing according to the subroutine of step 2050 in FIG. First, in step 2052, the extended villa state display control means SM28 refers to the flag area of the extended villa state temporary storage means SM28b, and determines whether or not the extended villa flag is off. In the case of Yes in Step 2052, in Step 2054, the extended game state display control means SM28 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the conditions for starting the extended game are satisfied (for example, from the normal gaming state) It is determined whether or not the state has changed to the probability variation gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2054, in step 2056, the extended villa state display control means SM28 turns on the extended villa flag in the flag area of the extended villa state temporary storage means SM28b. Next, in Step 2058, the extended villa state display control means SM28 sets the extended villa reach production table 1 as the extended villa reach production table (details of the table will be described later). Next, in Step 2060, the consecutive resort state display control means SM28 sets an image display command related to the transition to the probability variation gaming state (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of Step 2700). ) And return to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 2054, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 2052, in Step 2062, the extended resort state display control means SM28 sets an image display command related to the extended holiday. In addition, the image related to the retreat is, for example, the number of retreats, the total number of winning balls, the reach of the retreat currently set, the production table, the condition for shifting to the next stage, and the like.

  Next, in step 2064, the extended game state display control means SM28 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and whether or not the condition for the extended extended game is satisfied (for example, from the probability variation gaming state to the normal gaming state). Or not). In the case of Yes in Step 2064, in Step 2066, the extended villa state display control means SM28 turns off the extended villa flag in the flag area of the extended villa state temporary storage means SM28b. Next, in Step 2068, the extended resort state display control means SM28 cancels the exclusion of all the rendering modes from the selection candidates (reselects them again). Next, in Step 2070, the consecutive resort state display control means SM28 sets an image display command related to the termination of the extended resort (sent to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of Step 2700), and this Return to the subroutine caller. Even in the case of No in step 2064, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11B, and receives a new hold occurrence command (first main game symbol or second main game symbol) from the main control board M side. It is determined whether or not the hold information relating to (1) has been received. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b (in this example, a maximum of four for the first main game, “1” is added (incremented) to the maximum number of second main games. Next, in step 2106, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the hold information (particularly, a random value related to the main game symbol lottery) based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side. Temporarily stored in the hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2108, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 sets a normal display mode (for example, white) as the display mode of the head hold (temporarily storing the drawing hold information together with the hold information). Temporarily stored in the means SM22b), and the process proceeds to Step 2124.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2102, in step 2110, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11B and has received the symbol variation display start instruction command from the main control board M side? Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2110, in step 2112 the drawing hold information display control means SM22 subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b (decrement). Next, in step 2114, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 deletes the hold information related to the symbol variation from the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and shifts the remaining hold information.

  Next, in step 2116, the notice effect display control means SM24 determines whether or not the variation mode related to the head suspension after the shift is a predetermined variation mode (A2 · A3). In the case of Yes in step 2116, in step 2118, the notice effect display control means SM24 sets a command for displaying the hold change effect. Next, in step 2120, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 sets a special display mode (for example, red) as the display mode of the head hold (temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage unit SM22b). The process proceeds to step 2150. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2116, the process proceeds to step 2150.

  Here, the right side of the figure is an example of a pending change effect. First, in the same figure (1), the change of the main game symbol (and the decorative symbol) starts. Next, in FIG. 2B, the hold change effect is started when the hold shifts and the hold at the top is switched, and an image of the volcano appears. Next, in the same figure (3), the above-mentioned image of the volcano changes to an image of the volcano that erupts, and the rock that has jumped out from the eruption of the volcano collides with the top reservation. Next, in FIG. 4 (4), the display color of the hold changes.

  By executing such an effect, in this example, when a hold with a high jackpot expectation level is digested by the next fluctuation, the fluctuation related to the head hold has a high jackpot expectation degree. It is configured to be able to suggest in advance. In addition, this example is only an example, and the content and execution conditions of the hold change effect are not limited to this.For example, the lottery related to the hold change effect is executed, and based on the lottery result and the hold information, By configuring to be able to execute a hold change effect, do not execute a hold change effect for a hold with a low jackpot expectation (so-called “gase effect”), or do not execute a hold change effect for a hold with a high jackpot expectation It becomes possible, and the occurrence of the notice effect can be moderated. In addition, the production mode is not limited to this example, for example, the production that the rock that jumps out from the volcanic eruption does not collide with the holding, the production that the holding display mode does not change even if the rock collides with the holding, There may be a plurality of holding display modes (display colors) when colliding with holding, and a configuration that can execute an effect or the like that suggests the degree of expectation of jackpot at the time of holding the holding depending on which display mode is used. Good. In addition, the hold for which the hold change effect is to be executed is not limited to this example. For example, the hold change effect may be executed for a hold other than the head.

  Next, in step 2150, the notice effect display control means SM24 executes a second display area effect content determination process to be described later. Next, in step 2122, the sub game control means (sub main control part) SM accesses the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 2124. . Note that if the result of Step 2110 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2124. Next, in step 2124, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 makes full use of the effect display means SS on the effect display device SG (particularly, the first hold display portion SG12 and the second hold display portion SG13). The same number of hold display lamps as the drawing hold counter value in the figure hold information temporary storage means SM22b are lit up and returned to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of second display area effect content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2150 in FIG. First, in step 2152, the notice effect display control means SM24 executes a second display area effect execution availability lottery (for example, a lottery to win at 1/4). Next, in step 2154, the notice effect display control means SM24 refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and determines whether or not the lottery result of the executed second display area effect execution availability lottery is a win. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2154, in step 2156, the notice effect display control means SM24 acquires a random number, refers to the second display area effect determination table based on the random number and the result of whether or not the change is appropriate, and displays the second display. Determine the contents of the area effect. Next, in step 2158, the notice effect display control means SM24 sets a command for displaying the determined second display area effect (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2700). Return to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 2154, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Here, FIG. 28 is an example of a second display area effect determination table. As shown in the drawing, the effect in the second display area is determined based on the result of lottery determination of the main game symbol and the acquired random number. Further, the production mode is common to all the production modes in that the hero's face appears from the hold display, and then branches into two different production modes, a mode in which power is accumulated and a mode in which meat appears (see FIG. 27). In the case of branching to an effect that accumulates power, the effect then shifts to an effect that the main character's face can be seen (the effects of HK1 to HK3 indicate the degree of expectation of jackpot depending on the display color). On the other hand, when branching to an effect in which meat appears, the main character's face then shifts to an effect of eating meat (the effects of TK1 to TK3 indicate the expectation of jackpot depending on the number of times of eating meat). In addition, the said table, production | presentation, etc. are an example to the last, and are not limited to this example, such as the kind of production | presentation aspect which can be selected, production content, and a random value. For example, not only the number of meats eaten but also the amount of meat eaten, the type of meat eaten, the speed of eating, etc. may be configured to suggest the degree of expectation of jackpot, or the number of times of eating (hit expectation degree) is displayed. It may be configured so that the display such as the percentage display and the meter display by an indicator, etc. is increased according to the number of times the meat has been eaten (for example, the meter is increased by 1 or more for each meal), etc. . Although not shown in this example, the second display area effect may be executed only when the fluctuation time is a predetermined time or more (based on the time-reduced game or the number of holds). In the case of determining the variation time, the effect may not be performed at the time of a shortened variation such as when the reserve is full.

  As shown in the display area layout in the upper right of the figure, the display area SG10 of this embodiment is divided into a first display area and a second display area, and the second display area is the second display area A, It is divided into three areas, a second display area B and a second display area C.

  By configuring so that such an effect can be executed, a staged notice effect such as appearance of the main character's face at the time of digestion on hold → accumulation of power (or appearance of meat) → barking (or eating meat) is executed Below, the two types of effects that make up the notice effect include whether the change is a big hit depending on which notice effect is executed, and depending on the form of the executed effect (display color or number of effects). Since the degree of expectation is different, it is possible to continuously attract the player's interest and improve the fun of the game.

  Next, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. First, in step 2202, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 2202, in step 2204, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2205, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the flag area of the extended villa state temporary storage means SM28b, and determines whether or not the extended villa flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2205, in step 2206, the drawing display content determination means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determination means SM24n, the reach effect display content determination means SM25n) are temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means SM11B. With reference to the symbol information (stop symbol / variation mode related to the main game symbol) and the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol {for example, the stop symbol related to the main game symbol is a big hit symbol If it is, then it is a double-eyed design such as “7,7,7”, and if it is a losing design, it is a loose eye such as “1,3,5” or a double-eyed design such as “5,6,5”. Temper losing symbol} and variation mode {For example, when the variation mode related to the main game symbol is short-term variation, it is non-reach, and when it is long-term variation, normal reach or super P & ID display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines the reach or the like} (and informational display related information temporary storage means SM24b, reach demonstration related information temporary storage means SM25b) temporarily stored in, the process proceeds to step 2207. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2205, in step 2250, the drawing display content determination means SM21n executes a recreational stage content determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2207.

  Next, in step 2207, the light guide plate display control means SM27 determines whether or not the light emission of the light guide plate display device is based on the variation pattern of the decorative pattern, and the timing and content (or the notice effect content associated with the variation pattern of the decorative symbol, etc. The light emission timing and contents corresponding to the Next, in step 2208, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 2202, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the effect content determination process during consecutive resorts according to the subroutine of step 2250 in FIG. First, in step 2252, the reach effect display control means SM25 determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based on the information related to the stop symbol of the main game symbol. Next, in step 2254, the reach effect display control means SM25 refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not the fluctuation mode is a predetermined fluctuation mode (B3 in this example). To do. In the case of Yes in step 2254, in step 2256, the reach effect display control means SM25 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based on the result of whether or not the change is appropriate (for example, If the variation is a big hit → the slotted design such as “7,7,7”, if the variation is a loss, → the flattened tempered pattern such as “7,8,7”). Next, at Step 2258, the reach effect display control means SM25 draws the reach effect (variation mode) by lottery based on the result of the change whether or not the lottery is performed and the set reach-at-reach table (1-3). Decide (refer to the Reach Resort Reach Table).

  Here, FIG. 31 is an example of a reach-at-reach stage table. As shown in the drawing, one presentation mode is selected based on the result of the change and the set table (in addition, the situation where the tables 1 to 3 are set is shown as stage 1 respectively. It may be expressed as ~ 3 etc.). In addition, when SP-G is selected as the production mode in the situation where the consecutive-zone reach production table 1 or the consecutive-zone reach production table 2 is set, the production mode SP-G is displayed when the result is lost. Is not selected, the player can recognize that the change is a big hit at the time when the reach effect for confronting the character G is executed (correct effect). Although not particularly shown, each effect mode is configured to be selected substantially equally (the certain effect may be configured to have a low selection rate). This example is only an example, and is not limited to the table structure, production content, selection rate, etc. For example, the selection rate of each production mode is changed, and the jackpot expectation degree in the change is suggested depending on the production content. You may comprise so that it can do. Moreover, in this example, characters A to D are produced only in a situation where the Reach Resort Reach Production Table 1 is set, Character E is a Reach Resort Reach Production Table 2, and Character F is a Reach Resort Reach Production Table 3. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured so that each character can appear even in a table in which other tables are set. In that case, it appears mainly in different stages. When the character appears in the production, the expectation of the big hit in the change may be high (or the big hit is confirmed) (that is, the mid-reach reach production table 2 in the mid-reach reach production table 2). Although the reach effect of 1 is not a candidate for selection, it may appear only if it is a big hit. Re If also with reference to the extended game in reach demonstration table 1, refers directly only extended game in reach demonstration table 2 if loss, or the specification hereinafter). Moreover, in this example, when the production mode once selected is an exclusion target production mode, it is configured not to be selected again in the extended resort. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a character once destroyed When reappearing, it may be configured so that the degree of expectation of jackpot in the fluctuation is high (or the jackpot is confirmed). In addition, an effect mode that has been selected once is not simply selected again, but each time an effect mode is selected, the probability that an effect mode is selected in the next big hit may be reduced. Good.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart, next, in step 2260, the reach effect display control means SM25 refers to the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b, and determines whether or not the reach effect table 1 in the consecutive resort is set. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2260, in step 2262, the reach effect display control means SM25 refers to the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b, and satisfies the conditions for table 2 transition (set the reach effect table 2 in the consecutive resort). Is determined (for example, reach production mode SP-A1 is selected). In the case of Yes at step 2262, at step 2264, the reach effect display control means SM25 sets the reach effect table 2 in the consecutive resort. Next, in step 2266, the reach effect display control means SM25 sets a display command related to effect table switching (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2700), and this subroutine Return to the caller.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2262, in step 2268, the reach effect display control means SM25 refers to the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b, and the exclusion target effect modes (for example, SP-B1, SP-C1, SP-). It is determined whether or not D1) is selected. In the case of Yes in step 2268, in step 2270, the reach effect display control means SM25 excludes the effect mode selected this time and the loss effect of the character related to the effect from the selection candidates for the next and subsequent effect mode selection candidates (for example, If SP-C1 is selected, SP-C1 and SP-c are excluded), and the process returns to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 2268, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine. The production mode excluded from the selection candidates is released from the selection candidates in the processing of S2068 and can be selected again.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 31, the Reachso Reach Production Table has a plurality of production aspects in each table. In particular, the Reachso Reach Production Table 1 is SP-A1 at the time of big hit. , SP-A2, SP-B1, SP-C1, SP-D1, and SP-G. In this example, when SP-A1 is selected in the production mode, the consecutive-village reach production table 2 is set (moves to the next stage). In addition, once the exclusion target effect mode (SP-B1, SP-C1, SP-D1) is selected, it is excluded from the selection candidates (the same character's lose effect mode is also excluded). When the big hit is made in the mode, the stage (SP-A1) that becomes the trigger for the next stage shift is easily selected at the next big hit, and the next stage is easily set. Although not particularly shown in the present example, when SP-A1 is selected, in other words, when a confrontation with character A is performed and a defeat effect is executed and a big hit is made, the situation shifts to the next stage. In the effect during the reach of SP-A1 and SP-A2, the effect until the character A wins (big hit is confirmed) is made substantially the same, and then the effect that the character A escapes (repulses) and the character A It may be configured to branch to a fall (defeat) effect, and in that case, an effect that maintains the player's interest after the big hit is confirmed can be executed.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart, on the other hand, in the case of No in step 2260, in step 2272, the reach effect display control means SM25 refers to the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b, and the reach effect table 2 in the consecutive resort is set. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2272, in step 2274, the reach effect display control means SM25 refers to the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b, and whether or not the exclusion target effect modes (SP-E1 to SP-E4) are selected. Determine. In the case of Yes in step 2274, in step 2276, the reach effect display control means SM25 excludes the effect mode selected this time from the selection candidates.

  Next, at step 2278, the reach effect display control means SM25 refers to the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b, and whether or not the table 3 transition condition is satisfied (SP-E1 to SP-E4 are selected). Determine whether. In the case of Yes at step 2278, at step 2280, the reach effect display control means SM25 sets the reach effect table 3 in the consecutive resort. Next, in step 2282, the reach effect display control means SM25 sets a display command related to effect table switching (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2700), and this subroutine Return to the caller. Note that if the answer is No in step 2272, step 2274, or step 2276, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 31, the Reachso Reach Production Table has a plurality of production aspects in each table, and in particular, the Reachso Reach Production Table 2 is SP-E1 at the time of big hit. -There are five production modes of SP-E4 and SP-G. In this example, when all the four effect modes of SP-E1 to SP-E4 are selected from the effect modes, the reach-in-reach effect table 3 is set (moves to the next stage). Has been. In addition, once the exclusion target production mode (SP-E1, SP-E2, SP-E3, SP-E4) is selected once, it is excluded from the selection candidates thereafter, so In the set state, it shifts to the next stage by making a big hit four times except for the big hit in the SP-G effect mode.

  In addition, the Reachso Reach Production Table 3 has two production modes of SP1 and SP2 at the time of a big hit. When the Reachso Reach Production Table 3 is set, other tables are set thereafter. (Move to another stage) and stay in that stage. Note that this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a stage that does not shift to any stage may not be provided, and a transition from any stage to any stage may be performed ( For example, when the predetermined condition is satisfied in the situation in which the extended-reach reach effect table 3 in this example is set, the extended-reach reach effect table 1 may be set again. Although not shown in this example, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, the stage returns to the previous stage (stage 2 → stage 1), or skips the predetermined stage and moves to the next stage ( Stage 1 → stage 3) may be possible. Also, the stage transition conditions are not limited to the conditions mentioned in this example. For example, a sub input device that can be input to the sub main control unit SM and can be operated by the player is provided. May be configured to be able to intervene in the progress of the stage (for example, the total value of the number of times the player presses the button during reach production reaches a predetermined value, defeat the enemy in a shooting game on the production display device, etc). Although not shown in the present example, when the predetermined condition is satisfied, the configuration of the stage is changed or a character appearing in the effect is added (the effect mode that could not be selected can be selected). (For example, a hidden character appears after 3 weeks from the shipment of the gaming machine).

  If No in step 2254, the reach effect display control means SM25 determines the variation mode of the decorative symbol based on the information regarding the stop symbol and variation mode of the main game symbol in step 2284, and sets it as the caller of this subroutine. Return.

  Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process related to the subroutine in step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the decorative design display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the design content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2306, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2309, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 starts the drawing variation time management timer SM21t, and proceeds to step 2310. In the case of No in step 2302, the process proceeds to step 2310.

  Next, in step 2310, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2310, in step 2311, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms the timer value of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2312, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the decorative symbol change start timing based on the drawing change time management timer SM21t and the change mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether it has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2312, in step 2314, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the decorative symbol variable display command (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2700). Then, the process proceeds to Step 2330.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2312, in step 2316, the decoration symbol display control means SM21 decorates the decoration based on the drawing variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether or not the symbol stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2316, in step 2318, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (temporary stop display command) (the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2700). The process proceeds to step 2330.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2316, in step 2320, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and reach effect display control means SM25), the drawing change time management timer SM21t and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b (and reach effect). Based on the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the related information temporary storage means SM25b), it is determined whether the display timing of the preview image or the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2320, in step 2322, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and the reach effect display control means SM25) set the image display command related to the notice image and the reach image (display command transmission control processing in step 2700). At step 2330, and the process proceeds to step 2330. Note that if the result in Step 2320 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2330.

  Next, in Step 2330, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, referring to the main side information temporary storage means SM11B, the main game from the main control board M side). It is determined whether or not information indicating that the symbol is stopped and displayed has been received). In the case of Yes in step 2330, in step 2331, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (deterministic display command) (transmits it to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2700). To do). Next, in step 2332, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2334, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2310 or Step 2330, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and determines whether or not the special game flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11B and determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2404, in step 2406 and step 2408, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the special gaming flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and displays the big hit start display. A command related to (displayed appropriately based on the type of jackpot) is set (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS in the display command transmission control process in step 2700), and the process proceeds to step 2412. Note that if the result in Step 2402 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2412.

  Next, in step 2412, the background effect display control means SM23 sequentially displays the number of rounds on the effect display device SG based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main side (for game play, jackpot type, etc.). Based on this, it may be executed as necessary). Next, in step 2414, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11B, and determines whether or not an over-winning display instruction command is received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2414, in step 2416, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command for displaying a specific mode (for example, “GET!”) As the number of entered balls on the effect display device SG (step 2700). In the display command transmission control process, the sub-sub control unit SS is transmitted), and the process proceeds to Step 2420. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2414, in step 2418, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command for sequentially displaying the number of winnings (number of balls entered) in the round on the effect display device SG, and in step 2420. Transition.

  The description will be made with reference to the example of the number of entered balls on the right side of the figure. First, on the occasion of the start of the special game, on the display area SG10, an image for informing the number of entered balls in the round (in this example, Egg and 2-digit number). Thereafter, each time the game ball enters the first grand prize opening C10, the displayed numerical value is displayed in an increased manner. When the eleventh game ball is won (over winning) in the first grand prize opening C10, a specific mode display (in this example, a chick jumps out of an egg and displays a numerical value) "GET!" Is displayed).

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the number of balls entered to the big winning opening (especially the first big winning opening C10) in the round of the special game being executed is reduced to a predetermined number (for example, 10) in each round. Is displayed as a normal number of pitches displayed, and when the number of pitches exceeds a predetermined number (so-called over winning), the number of pitches displayed is displayed in a specific mode (for example, “GET!”). It is configured as follows. As a result, it is possible to provide a user-friendly gaming machine that makes it easy for a player to recognize that more prize balls have been obtained than usual. In the present embodiment, since the entrance of the second big prize opening C20 is narrow (in this example, it is about one game ball), it is rare to win over and the light guide plate after the 14th round. Since the effect by the light emission of SD10 is displayed on the front surface of the effect display device SG and the effect of the specific aspect related to the overwinning may be difficult to see, the round that opens the second grand prize opening C20 (in this example) In the 14th round and the 16th round), the specific aspect related to the overwinning is not executed. Here, in this example, although not particularly illustrated, a predetermined number that is the number of balls that triggers the closing of the first big prize opening C10 and the number of balls that triggers the closing of the second big prize opening C20. Is different from the predetermined number (first 1:10, second: 9), and therefore, only when there are more balls than the predetermined number related to the first big winning opening C10, the over-winning is concerned. By executing the effect in the specific mode, the specific mode related to the over-winning is not performed when the second grand prize opening C20 is opened (11 or more balls are entered in one opening of the second grand prize port C20). (It is not usually possible to do this), and in that case, it is possible to unify the processing related to the performance of the specific aspect related to the over-winning in the special game, and to simplify the processing. (Of course, The configured to perform the effect of the specific embodiments may be configured to achieve standardization of the process according to the over-winning in the case of Te).

  Next, in step 2422, background effect display control means SM23 sets a command related to jackpot end display (appropriate display based on the type of jackpot) (transmitted to sub-sub control unit SS in the display command transmission control process of step 2700). ) Next, in step 2424, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special gaming flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in step 2404 or step 2420, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the light guide plate display control process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the light guide plate display control means SM27 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not a special game is currently being executed. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the light guide plate display control means SM27 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a command related to light emission of the light guide plate display device SD is received from the main side. judge. In the case of Yes in step 2504, in step 2506, the light guide plate display control means SM27 irradiates light to the light guide plate display device SD, and proceeds to step 2508. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2504, the process proceeds to step 2508.

  Next, in step 2508, the light guide plate display control means SM27 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the special game being executed has ended. In the case of Yes in step 2508, in step 2510, the light guide plate display control means SM27 ends the light irradiation to the light guide plate display device SD, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 2508, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  If NO in step 2502, in step 2512, the light guide plate display control means SM27 refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and a predetermined timing related to light emission of the light guide plate display device (for example, super reach development). It is determined whether or not (timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2512, in step 2514, the light guide plate display control means SM27 emits light from the light guide plate display device SD for a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) and returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Thus, in this embodiment, it is comprised so that the effect which makes the light-guide plate display apparatus SD light-emit can be performed. Since the light emission color of the light guide plate depends on the light emission color of the light emitting element such as an LED, various colors (for example, blue, red, green, yellow, rainbow, etc.) can be controlled by controlling the light emission of the light emitting element. It is possible to emit light or change the display color. In addition, when comprised like this embodiment, the interest property of a game can be improved by interlocking light emission of the light-guide plate display device SD and the production | presentation currently expand | deployed on the production | presentation display device SG. Moreover, as another aspect, between the light guide plate display device SD and the effect display device SG, an effect movable object (a member whose displacement can be controlled by the sub-main control unit SM, which is displayed on the effect display device SG) In the case of providing a member that is displaced to a first position that shields part or all of the region and a second position that is not shielded), when the effect moving body accessory is displaced to the first position, Interlocking the movable body accessory for production and the light emission of the light guide plate display device SD (for example, causing the light guide plate display device SD having substantially the same cutout portion simulating the shape of the movable body accessory for production to emit light, It is possible to further enhance the fun of the game by constructing it so that the kites also appear to be integrated.

  Next, FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the error time display control process according to the subroutine of step 2600 in FIG. First, in step 2602, the error notification control unit SM30 refers to the main side information temporary storage unit SM11B and determines whether or not a command related to error notification is received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2602, in step 2604, the error notification control means SM30 indicates that an error is occurring (for example, if the lower pan is full error, “please remove the ball”) in a predetermined display color (for example, white) The command to be displayed is set (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS in the display command transmission control process of step 2700), and the process returns to the caller of this subroutine. The predetermined display color is a color not included in the light emitted from the light guide plate display device or a color included in the light emitted from the light guide plate display device. Even if light is emitted, the color is easily visible.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2602, in step 2606, the error notification control unit SM30 refers to the main side information temporary storage unit SM11B, and determines whether or not a command related to error termination has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2606, in step 2608, the error notification control means SM30 sets a command for deleting the display indicating that an error is occurring, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2606, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  In the present embodiment, the display indicating that the error is being displayed on the effect display device SG is displayed so as to overlap with the display when the light guide plate SD10 emits light. There is a possibility that it will be difficult to visually recognize (see the error display example below). Therefore, the display color indicating that an error is occurring is different from the display color when the light guide plate display device SD emits light (for example, blue, red, green, yellow, rainbow, etc.) (in this example, white) In addition, it is possible to avoid the player from seeing the error display with difficulty because the border is made of black), so that the player (or the playground staff) can be surely notified of the error. It will be.

  In addition, this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the display color indicating an error is changed to a display color that is easy for the player to visually recognize according to the light emission color of the light guide plate SD10. (For example, when the light guide plate emits red light, white error display, when the light guide plate emits white light, green error display, etc.), conversely, an error indication is being displayed. May be configured to change the light emission color of the light guide plate (change the error display to a color that is easily visible) (or to change the light emission level of the light guide plate and whether light emission is possible).

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Next, an effect display during a special game (especially the 12th to 15th rounds) in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the operation diagram of FIG. This figure is mainly a timing chart illustrating the special game round, the first grand prize opening, the second big prize opening, the shielding member, the number of balls entered into a specific area, the number of balls entered, and the light guide plate. In addition, only the special game related to the 7A symbol is illustrated.

  First, in a situation where the twelfth round of special games is being executed, triggered by the fact that a predetermined number (10 in this example) of game balls entered the first grand prize opening C10 at the timing shown in FIG. The first grand prize opening C10 is closed. Next, at the timing of 2 in the figure, the 13th round is started and the first big prize opening C10 is opened because a predetermined time has passed since the first big prize opening C10 was closed. The In the special game being executed, the rounds related to the opening of the second grand prize opening C20 are the 14th round and the 16th round, and the other rounds are rounds related to the opening of the first big prize opening C10. ing.

  Next, at the timing of 3 in the figure, the first grand prize opening C10 is closed when a predetermined number (10 in this example) of game balls have entered the first big prize opening C10. The number of balls entered into the big prize opening C10 exceeds a predetermined number (10 in this example) that triggers the closing of the first big prize opening C10 (already in the big prize opening when the big prize opening is closed) The number of entered balls in a specific mode is displayed on the effect display device (the number of game balls received in the first big prize opening C10 is predetermined). In the case where the number does not exceed, the number of game balls that have entered the first big winning opening C10 in the currently executed round is displayed as the number of entered balls).

  Next, at the timing of 4 in the figure, the 14th round is started and the second grand prize opening C20 is opened due to the fact that a predetermined time has passed since the first big prize opening C10 was closed. The specific area shielding member C22c that shields the entry into the specific area C22 is opened. In addition, since the running round has been switched, the number of entered balls is cleared. Next, at the timing of 5 in the figure, the light-emitting effect of the light guide plate SD10 is executed because the game ball that has entered the second grand prize opening C20 has entered the specific area C22. .

  Next, at the timing of 6 in the figure, the second grand prize opening C20 is closed when a predetermined number (9 in this example) of game balls have entered the second big prize opening C20. The specific area shielding member C22c maintains the open state so that the game ball in the second big prize opening C20 enters the specific area C22 for a predetermined time until the timing of 8. Next, in the round currently being executed at the timing of 7 in the drawing, the game ball that has finally entered the second big prize opening C20 enters the specific area C22. Next, at the timing of 8 in the figure, the specific area shielding member C22c is closed and the 15th round is started due to the fact that a predetermined time has elapsed since the closing of the second grand prize opening C20. The one big winning opening C10 will be opened.

  Thus, in this embodiment, since the specific area shielding member C22c is open until the round related to the opening of the second big prize opening C20 is completed, the second big prize opening C20 is finally included in the round. The game ball that has entered the ball is also configured to be able to enter the specific region C22 more reliably. By configuring in this way, in the round in which the specific area shielding member C22c is long open, when the first game ball has entered in the round immediately before the opening time of the second big prize opening C20 ends. In addition, the game ball that has entered the ball can enter the specific area C22, which is an unexpected disadvantage for the player (the game in the specific area C22 in the round in which the specific area shielding member C22c is long open). It is possible to avoid that a ball cannot be entered.

  Here, in this example, the start timing of a certain round (ordinary unit game / Tamabuchi unit game) during the special game is set at the opening of the big winning opening (the first big winning opening C10 or the second big winning opening C20). And the end timing of the certain round is determined to be a predetermined time after the closing of the special winning opening (at the same time, the next round is started), but is not limited to this. For example, (1) the start timing of a certain round At the end of the previous round (at the start of special games in the first round of special games), when a predetermined time has passed since the closing of the big prize opening for the previous round (in the first round of special games, special games) (2) When a certain round ends, such as when a special prize opening relating to a certain round is closed, or when a predetermined time has elapsed since the closing of the special prize opening relating to a certain round, etc. The predetermined period (for example, discharge waiting time) between a certain round and the next round may be included in a certain round, may be included in the next round, and further, the predetermined period may be included in a certain round. Alternatively, it may not be included in any of the next rounds.

  In addition, in this example, although it is comprised so that opening of 2nd big prize opening C20 and opening of specific area shielding member C22c may be performed simultaneously, it is not limited to this, For example, 2nd big prize opening The specific area shielding member C22c may be opened after a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds) has elapsed after C20 is released (however, a game that has entered the ball almost simultaneously with the opening of the second big prize opening C20). It is desirable that the sphere is designed to enter the specific area C22). Also, the closing timing of the specific area shielding member C22c is not limited to this example. After the specific area shielding member C22c is closed, the next round starts (or a special game starts after a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 second)). And a special winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10) related to the next round is opened (or shifted to a specific gaming state) (that is, with a slight time lag). May be provided).

  In the present embodiment, only the pachinko gaming machine is illustrated, but the present invention can be similarly applied to a rotating type gaming machine (so-called slot machine). Here, a supplementary description of a known slot machine will be given.

  First, with reference to FIG. 37, the basic structure of the front side of the spinning cylinder type game machine will be described. The rotating type gaming machine 1 is mainly composed of a gaming machine frame and a reel unit installed in the gaming machine frame. Hereinafter, these will be described in order.

  Next, the gaming machine frame of the swing type gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame 10, a door 100, and a medal tray 104. First, the outer frame 10 is a frame for fixing the swivel type gaming machine 1 to a position where it should be installed. Next, the door 100 is a frame body aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame 10 and is attached to the outer frame 10 so as to be openable and closable via a hinge mechanism (not shown). Here, although not shown, a sensor (door open / close sensor) capable of detecting the open / closed state of the door 100 is provided at the joint between the outer frame 10 and the door 100. Further, the door 100 is provided with a key hole 106, and a key (door key) that matches the shape of the key hole 106 is inserted into the key hole 106 {in addition, twisted in a predetermined direction (for example, clockwise)}, 100 can be opened. Further, the swivel type gaming machine 1 is configured to be able to cancel the error state by inserting a door key into the keyhole 106 (and twisting it in a predetermined direction (for example, counterclockwise)). Yes. Next, the medal tray 104 is a tray for a game medium released from the discharge port 108 (sometimes referred to as a game medal or simply a medal).

  Next, the door 100 includes a mechanism for enabling visual recognition of a gaming state, a mechanism for enabling input of game media, a mechanism for operating a reel unit, and the like. Specifically, the reel window 110, the insertion number display lamp 202, the operation state display lamp 204, the special game state display device 206, the payout number display device 208, and the storage number display device are used as mechanisms for making the gaming state visible. 210 etc. are attached. In addition, a medal slot 2150 and a bet button 2130 are attached as mechanisms for enabling input of game media. As a mechanism for operating the reel unit, a start lever 2140 and a stop button unit 2120 are attached. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

<Mechanism to make game state visible>
Next, the reel window 110 is a transparent member formed of a synthetic resin or the like that constitutes a part of the door 100, and is configured so that the reel unit installed in the gaming machine frame can be seen through the reel window 110. Yes. The number-of-insertions indicator 202 is configured by LEDs, and is configured so that the same number of LEDs as the number of medals currently bet (to insert a game medal necessary to start one game) are lit. Has been. Further, the operation state indicator lamp 204 is configured by an LED, and is configured to be turned on / off according to the current operation state (medal acceptance / non-acceptance state, re-game winning state, game start wait state, etc.). The special game state display device 206 is configured by a 7-segment display, and is configured to display the total number of payouts paid out during the special game state. The payout amount display device 208 is composed of a 7-segment display, and is configured to display the number of game medals currently paid out. The storage number display device 210 is configured by a 7-segment display, and is configured to display the total number of medals stored in the gaming machine as a player's possession ball.

<Mechanism to enable input of game media>
Next, the medal slot 2150 is a slot for game medals, and the game medal inserted into the slot is guided to the inside of the gaming machine frame in a situation where medals can be received. In addition, a medal insertion detection unit 2151 (not shown) is provided inside the gaming machine frame, and a gaming medal guided to the inside of the gaming machine frame is detected as a bet. Further, the bet button 2130 is configured to be operable by a player, and is configured to bet a medal stored by the operation.

<Mechanism for operating reel unit>
Next, the start lever 2140 is configured to be operable by the player, and is configured to be able to start the operation of the reel unit by the operation. The stop button unit 2120 includes a left reel stop button 2121, a middle reel stop button 2122, and a right reel stop button 2123 that can be operated by the player. The operation of the reel unit can be performed by operating each stop button. It is configured to be able to stop sequentially.

  Next, the reel unit of the rotating type gaming machine 1 includes a main reel unit 2110 and a drive source (stepping motor or the like) for the main reel unit 2110. The main reel unit 2110 includes a left reel portion 2111, a middle reel portion 2112, and a right reel portion 2113. Here, each reel part is formed of a synthetic resin or the like, and a plurality of symbols are drawn on the outer periphery (on the reel band) of the reel part. Then, based on the operation of each stop button in the start lever 2140 and the stop button unit 2120, the respective reel portions can be rotated and stopped. Although not shown, an LED (hereinafter sometimes referred to as a reel backlight) is provided inside the left reel portion 2111, the middle reel portion 2122, and the right reel portion 2113, and when the LED is turned on. Is configured so that the light transmitted through the outer periphery of the reel portion can be visually recognized as if the outer periphery of the reel portion is lit.

<Other mechanisms>
In addition, a liquid crystal display 400, a game effect (electric decoration) lamp 800, a speaker 900, and the like are provided inside and outside the gaming machine frame of the swivel type gaming machine 1 as mechanisms for enhancing the fun of gaming. Further, on the front surface (player side) of the liquid crystal display 400, a display device corresponding to the above-described light guide plate display device SD (described in the embodiment of the pachinko gaming machine) is provided (displayed by the sub main control unit). The same applies to the point that is controlled).

  Here, in the swing type gaming machine 1, an upper panel 310 and a lower panel 300, which are members formed of synthetic resin or the like, are provided as members constituting a part of the gaming machine frame. . Also, a cathode tube 311 is provided on the back side of the upper panel 310 so that the design drawn on the upper panel 310 can be easily seen by the light transmitted through the upper panel 310 using the cathode tube 311 as a light source. It is configured. In addition, a cathode tube 301 is provided on the back side of the lower panel 300 so that the design drawn on the lower panel 300 can be easily seen by the light transmitted through the lower panel 300 using the cathode tube 301 as a light source. It is configured. Further, a cathode tube 312 is provided on the top of the reel window 110, and the light reflected from the surface of the main reel unit 2110 using the cathode tube 312 as a light source is placed on the outer periphery of each reel portion in the main reel unit 2110. The drawn symbol is configured to be easily visible.

  The main board has a main game random number acquisition unit that acquires a main game random number when the start lever 2140 is operated, and one or more stops based on the random number acquired by the main game random number acquisition unit. Main game identification information display content determination means for tentatively determining identification information (for example, display content determination means for internally determining a winning combination of a small role or a special game related feature), and main game identification Based on one or more stop identification information provisionally determined by the information display content determination means and the operation timing of the stop buttons (the left reel stop button 2121, the middle reel stop button 2122, and the right reel stop button 2123) Main game identification information display control means (for example, determined internally) for controlling the stop identification information to be fixedly displayed on the reel which is the main game identification information display section. Based on the selection and the timing when the stop button is pressed, the reel control means for stopping the reel at a predetermined position), and a predetermined mode is displayed as stop identification information on the reel which is the main game identification information display section. A special game execution control means for controlling to shift to a special game (e.g., a special character actuating means for actuating a special character when “777” etc. are arranged on a predetermined active line); And main game side information transmission control means for transmitting information related to the main game random number acquired by the main game random number acquisition means to the sub-main control unit side.

  Even in the above-described well-known spinning machine (slot machine), it is necessary to configure the display color indicating that an error is caused by the light emission of the light guide plate as described above. It can be said that the concept shown in the processing related to the effect by the light plate and the error display is a technique applicable to both the pachinko gaming machine and the slot machine.

  The configuration (specified contents) obtained by extracting representative feature portions in the present embodiment described above and converting them to a higher concept is listed below. The specified contents listed below are merely examples, and the characteristic portions in the present embodiment described above may be further extracted and added to these specified contents.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
A starting opening where game balls can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A first video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A second video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A secondary game unit that controls information output to the first video display device and the second video display device, and the display area of the second video display device is located closer to the player than the display area of the first video display device. The display area of the second video display device and the display area of the first video display device are configured to overlap at least partially when viewed from the player side, and the display area of the second video display device Has transparency so that the display area of the first video display device is visible,
The display area of the first video display device is set to be capable of producing at least a first display area and a second display area,
It is configured to transmit information from the main game department to the secondary game department by one-way communication,
The main game department
Random numbers are obtained based on the entrance to the starting gate,
Control so that the random number can be temporarily stored as a hold;
Determine the stop identification information of the identification information by performing a validity determination based on the random number,
After the identification information is variably displayed in the identification information display section, the control is performed so that the identification information is stopped and displayed.
When the result of the determination of success / failure is a win, a special game advantageous to the player is executed when the stop identification information of the identification information is stopped and displayed,
As the gaming state during the non-execution of the special game, there are a normal gaming state and a specific gaming state that is more easily shifted to the special game than the normal gaming state, and the special gaming state is controlled after the execution of the special game,
The information to be transmitted to the sub-game unit side includes at least identification information related information related to identification information and hold information related to hold,
The subsidiary game department
Based on the identification information related information from the main game unit side, control to output the production video to the first display area of the first video display device and / or the display area of the second video display device,
Based on the hold information from the main game unit side, control to output the hold video to the second display area of the first video display device,
The effect video and the hold video can be executed in conjunction with each other, and when the effect is displayed only in the display area of the first video display device, the transmittance of the display area of the second video display device is high,
There are a plurality of reach moving image candidates that have a possibility of winning or failing as a result video that is executed at least in a specific gaming state, and the plurality of reach moving image candidates are a plurality of reach moving image candidates. Until a specific reach moving image in the first group is output, and the first group including the second group including one or a plurality of reach moving image candidates. The reach moving image in the first group can be preferentially output over the reach moving image in the second group, while the first reach moving image in the first group is output after the first reach moving image is output. The pachinko gaming machine is configured so that the reach moving image in the second group can be output with priority over the reach moving image in the second group.

  By configuring in this way, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, when a big hit (for example, a special game) occurs continuously a predetermined number of times, a special effect (for example, in the second group) When a configuration is made to generate a specific reach video within a reach video), it is possible to provide diversity in the production process until a special production occurs, thereby improving the fun of the game. Play. In addition, since a plurality of image display devices (for example, display areas of the first video display device and the second video display device) are provided, a game using the plurality of image display devices is performed when performing a special effect. It is possible to configure such that an effect that catches the eyes of a person can be executed (if a special effect is not executed, differentiation can be achieved by executing only in the display area of the first video display device).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
A starting opening where game balls can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A first video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A second video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A secondary game unit that controls information output to the first video display device and the second video display device, and the display area of the second video display device is located closer to the player than the display area of the first video display device. The display area of the second video display device and the display area of the first video display device are configured to overlap at least partially when viewed from the player side, and the display area of the second video display device Has transparency so that the display area of the first video display device is visible,
The display area of the first video display device is set to be capable of producing at least a first display area and a second display area,
It is configured to transmit information from the main game department to the secondary game department by one-way communication,
The main game department
Random numbers are obtained based on the entrance to the starting gate,
Control so that the random number can be temporarily stored as a hold;
Determine the stop identification information of the identification information by performing a validity determination based on the random number,
After the identification information is variably displayed in the identification information display section, the control is performed so that the identification information is stopped and displayed.
When the result of the determination of success / failure is a win, a special game advantageous to the player is executed when the stop identification information of the identification information is stopped and displayed,
The information to be transmitted to the sub-game unit side includes at least identification information related information related to identification information and hold information related to hold,
The subsidiary game department
Based on the identification information related information from the main game unit side, control to output the production video to the first display area of the first video display device and / or the display area of the second video display device,
Based on the hold information from the main game unit side, control to output the hold video to the second display area of the first video display device,
The effect video and the hold video can be executed in conjunction with each other, and when the effect is displayed only in the display area of the first video display device, the transmittance of the display area of the second video display device is high,
As the hold video, it is configured to output the hold object image that is the same number as the hold number,
When a held object image related to a certain hold is erased, a specific object image different from the held object image is displayed in a predetermined display area, and after the specific object image is displayed, a display mode of the displayed specific object image Accordingly, the pachinko gaming machine is configured such that the output content of the effect video output to a specific display area different from the predetermined display area can be changed.

  With this configuration, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, a plurality of image display devices (for example, the first display region of the first video display device, the second display region of the first video display device, and the second display region) In the case where different information is simultaneously output to the display area) of the two-video display device, there is an effect that the relevance of the plurality of types of information can be enhanced and the interest of the game can be further improved. Since a plurality of image display devices are provided, when executing a specific object image (for example, displaying / changing a face image in the embodiment), a special game is selected depending on which image display device is displayed. The transition expectation of the game can be configured to be different (the fun of the game can be improved by various production modes).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
A starting opening where game balls can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A first variable winning opening that can take a closed state and an open state;
A second variable winning opening that can take a closed state and an open state;
A specific area in which game balls that have entered the second variable winning opening can enter,
A member attached to a specific area and displaceable between a first position and a second position, and when displaced to the second position, a game ball can enter the specific area or compared to the first position A variable member configured to make it easy to enter, and when it is displaced to the first position, the game ball cannot enter the specific area or is difficult to enter compared to the second position;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A first video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A second video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A secondary game unit that controls information output to the first video display device and the second video display device, and the display area of the second video display device is located closer to the player than the display area of the first video display device. The display area of the second video display device and the display area of the first video display device are configured to overlap at least partially when viewed from the player side, and the display area of the second video display device Has transparency so that the display area of the first video display device is visible,
The display area of the first video display device is set to be capable of producing at least a first display area and a second display area,
It is configured to transmit information from the main game department to the secondary game department by one-way communication,
The main game department
Random numbers are obtained based on the entrance to the starting gate,
Control so that the random number can be temporarily stored as a hold;
Determine the stop identification information of the identification information by performing a validity determination based on the random number,
After the identification information is variably displayed in the identification information display section, the control is performed so that the identification information is stopped and displayed.
If the result of the success / failure determination is a win, the first variable winning opening and / or the second variable winning opening are made to be in an advantageous state for the player when the stop identification information of the identification information is stopped and displayed. Open the variable prize opening that is advantageous for the player from the closed state until a predetermined number of balls are entered into the variable prize opening that is advantageous for the player or the opening / closing termination condition for a predetermined period of time is satisfied. A special game is executed in which a unit game that is an open game or an open / close game that can be in a state is executed a plurality of times,
There is a normal gaming state in which the winning probability related to the winning / failing determination is a predetermined probability, and a probability varying gaming state in which the winning probability related to the winning / failing determination is higher than the predetermined probability, and there is a ball entering a specific area. Control to be in the probability variation gaming state,
In a special game, a different variable prize opening unit game pattern for executing a unit game in which the first variable prize opening is in a state advantageous to the player after the unit game in which the second variable prize opening is in an advantageous state for the player When there is one or more, at least one of the different variable prize slot unit game patterns, the variable member is displaced to the second position in response to the start of the unit game that makes the second variable prize slot advantageous for the player. In addition, the variable member is controlled to be continuously maintained at the second position even after the opening / closing termination condition of the unit game is satisfied, and then the first variable prize opening is advantageous for the player. The variable member is controlled to be displaced from the second position to the first position at approximately the same timing when the state is reached,
The information to be transmitted to the sub-game unit side includes at least identification information related information related to identification information and hold information related to hold,
The subsidiary game department
Based on the identification information related information from the main game unit side, control to output the production video to the first display area of the first video display device and / or the display area of the second video display device,
Based on the hold information from the main game unit side, control to output the hold video to the second display area of the first video display device,
The effect video and the reserved video can be executed in conjunction with each other, and when the effect is displayed only in the display area of the first video display device, the transmittance of the display area of the second video display device is increased. This is a pachinko gaming machine that is configured as described above.

  By configuring in this way, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, in the gaming machine adopting the concept of a special game that opens a large winning opening (for example, the first variable winning opening and the second variable winning opening) It is possible to improve the maintainability of the game while improving the fun of the game. In addition, since a plurality of image display devices (for example, display areas of the first video display device and the second video display device) are provided, when performing information notification during a special game, the plurality of image display devices Can be used to appropriately notify the progress status of the special game (for example, when the common information notification related to the first variable prize opening and the second variable prize opening is executed, only the first video display device is used. When the one-point information notification related to the second variable prize opening is executed, in addition to that, it is additionally displayed on the second video display device. Even if the player enters the variable winning opening almost simultaneously, it is possible to easily convey to the player whether the information notification is common or the one-point information notification.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
Game board,
A start opening provided on the game board, into which a game ball can enter,
A first variable winning opening having a square opening provided in the game board and capable of taking a closed state and an open state;
A second variable winning opening having a square opening provided in a part of a ball receiving member on which a game ball flowing down on the game board can land and roll, and which can take a closed state and an open state;
A specific area in which game balls that have entered the second variable winning opening can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A main game part for controlling the progress of the game, the opening width in the major axis direction of the opening of the first variable winning opening is longer than the diameter of two game balls, and the length of the opening of the second variable winning opening The opening width in the axial direction is configured to be shorter than the diameter of two game balls and longer than the diameter of one game ball. The opening width in the minor axis direction at the opening of the second variable prize opening is configured to be shorter than the diameter of two game balls and longer than the diameter of one game ball,
A first video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A second video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A secondary game unit that controls information output to the first video display device and the second video display device, and the display area of the second video display device is located closer to the player than the display area of the first video display device. The display area of the second video display device and the display area of the first video display device are configured to overlap at least partially when viewed from the player side, and the display area of the second video display device Has transparency so that the display area of the first video display device is visible,
The display area of the first video display device is set to be capable of producing at least a first display area and a second display area,
It is configured to transmit information from the main game department to the secondary game department by one-way communication,
The main game department
Random numbers are obtained based on the entrance to the starting gate,
Control so that the random number can be temporarily stored as a hold;
Determine the stop identification information of the identification information by performing a validity determination based on the random number,
After the identification information is variably displayed in the identification information display section, the control is performed so that the identification information is stopped and displayed.
If the result of the success / failure determination is a win, the first variable winning opening and / or the second variable winning opening are made to be in an advantageous state for the player when the stop identification information of the identification information is stopped and displayed. Open the variable prize opening that is advantageous for the player from the closed state until a predetermined number of balls are entered into the variable prize opening that is advantageous for the player or the opening / closing termination condition for a predetermined period of time is satisfied. Execute a special game that executes a unit game that is an open game or an open / close game that can be in a state;
There is a normal gaming state in which the winning probability related to the winning / failing determination is a predetermined probability, and a probability varying gaming state in which the winning probability related to the winning / failing determination is higher than the predetermined probability, and there is a ball entering a specific area. Control to be in the probability variation gaming state,
The information to be transmitted to the sub-game unit side includes at least identification information related information related to the identification information, hold information related to the hold, and special game related information related to the special game,
The subsidiary game department
Based on the identification information related information or the special game related information from the main game unit side, control is performed so that a production video can be output to the first display area of the first video display device and / or the display area of the second video display device. And
Based on the hold information from the main game unit side, control to output the hold video to the second display area of the first video display device,
The effect video and the hold video can be executed in conjunction with each other, and when the effect is displayed only in the display area of the first video display device, the transmittance of the display area of the second video display device is high,
Based on the special game-related information from the main game department side, after satisfying the opening / closing termination condition at the time of execution of the unit game that makes the first variable prize opening advantageous for the player, If the number of balls entered exceeds the specified number, the player will be visually informed that the number of balls has been exceeded and the second variable prize opening will be in a state that is advantageous to the player. A unit that outputs an effect video to the display area of the second video display device and places the second variable prize opening in an advantageous state for the player when there is a ball entering the specific area during the execution of the game After entering the opening / closing end condition at the time of playing the game, if the number of balls entered exceeds the predetermined number for the second variable winning opening, the predetermined number will be exceeded to the first variable winning opening. Relative to the player as opposed to entering the ball Visually to display as hard to visually recognize the, or a pachinko game machine which is characterized by being configured so as not to visually display that it has ball entrance in such excess to the player.

  By configuring in this way, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, in the gaming machine adopting the concept of a special game that opens a large winning opening (for example, the first variable winning opening and the second variable winning opening) It is possible to improve the maintainability of the game while improving the fun of the game. In addition, since a plurality of image display devices (for example, display areas of the first video display device and the second video display device) are provided, for example, “the first variable winning a prize opening is entered in excess of the predetermined number. In contrast, the visual display is performed on the first video display device in addition to the visual display on the second video display device. And the like so as to reduce the visibility (transmittance) of the first video display device.

The gaming machine according to this aspect is
A starting opening where game balls can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A first video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A second video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A secondary game unit that controls information output to the first video display device and the second video display device, and the display area of the second video display device is located closer to the player than the display area of the first video display device. The display area of the second video display device and the display area of the first video display device are configured to overlap at least partially when viewed from the player side, and the display area of the second video display device Has transparency so that the display area of the first video display device is visible,
The display area of the first video display device is set to be capable of producing at least a first display area and a second display area smaller than the first display area,
It is configured to transmit information from the main game department to the secondary game department by one-way communication,
The main game department
Random numbers are obtained based on the entrance to the starting gate,
Control so that the random number can be temporarily stored as a hold;
Determine the stop identification information of the identification information by performing a validity determination based on the random number,
After the identification information is variably displayed in the identification information display section, the control is performed so that the identification information is stopped and displayed.
When the result of the determination of success / failure is a win, a special game advantageous to the player is executed when the stop identification information of the identification information is stopped and displayed,
It is possible to detect the occurrence of a predetermined error that interrupts the progress of the game and the occurrence of a specific error that continues the progress of the game,
The information to be transmitted to the sub-game unit side includes at least identification information related information related to the identification information, hold information related to the hold, and error detection information when the occurrence of the specific error is detected,
The subsidiary game department
Based on the identification information related information from the main game unit side, control to output the production video to the first display area of the first video display device and / or the display area of the second video display device,
Based on the hold information from the main game unit side, control to output the hold video to the second display area of the first video display device,
The effect video and the hold video can be executed in conjunction with each other, and when the effect is displayed only in the display area of the first video display device, the transmittance of the display area of the second video display device is high,
Based on the error detection information from the main game unit side, when the occurrence of the specific error is detected, control to output an error display to the first display area of the first video display device,
When an error display is output in the first display area of the first video display device, even if the effect video is output in the display area of the second video display device, the error displayed on the first video display device The gaming machine is characterized in that the error display is configured to be easily recognized by the player by making the color tone of the display different from the color tone of the effect video displayed on the second video display device.

  With this configuration, according to the gaming machine according to the present aspect, different information is simultaneously output to a plurality of image display devices (for example, display areas of the first video display device and the second video display device). Even in this case, there is an effect that it is possible to control the error information so as to be easily visible while ensuring the information display related to the progress of the game. Since a plurality of image display devices (for example, the first display region and the second display region of the first video display device) are provided, when displaying a highly important error, the plurality of image display devices are used. An error display that catches the eyes of the player used can be configured to be executable (for example, when displaying a highly important error, the first display area and the second display area of the first video display device On the other hand, when displaying an error of low importance, differentiation can be achieved by executing only in the first display area of the first video display device, but in any case, as described above Since the error display is easily configured to be visually recognized according to a unified design policy of changing the “color tone”, it can be easily ensured that the error display is made to the player).

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means MJ32-B second main game symbol holding means, MJ32b-B second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32-H auxiliary game symbol hold means, MJ32b-H auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MN game content determination means, MN10 right / left lottery means MN11-A first main game NG11ta-A 1st main game pass / fail lottery table MN11-B 2nd main game pass / fail lottery means, MN11ta-B 2nd main game pass / fail lottery table MN11-H Auxiliary game pass / fail lottery means, MN11ta-H Auxiliary Game winning / failing lottery table MN20 Special game transition determining means, MN40 Symbol content determining means MN41-A First main game symbol determining means, MN41ta-A First main game symbol determining lottery table MN41-B Second main game symbol determining means , MN41ta-B Second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41-H Auxiliary game symbol determination Means, MN41ta-H auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN50 variation mode determination unit, MN51-A first main game variation mode determination unit MN51ta-A first main game variation mode determination lottery table, MN51-B second main game Fluctuation mode determination means MN51ta-B Second main game variation mode determination lottery table, MN51-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination means MN51ta-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table, MP game progression means MP10 display control means, MP11- C first and second main game symbol control means MP11t-C first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11-H auxiliary game symbol control means, MP11t-H auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP20-B second Main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means, MP21-B Second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determination hand MP22t-B second main game start opening electric game object release timer, MP30 special game control means MP31 condition determination means, MP32 special game content determination means MP32ta special game content reference table, MP33 special game execution means MP33-C first and second Two major winning opening electric accessory opening / closing control means, MP33c winning ball counter MP33c2 discharge standby counter, MP34 special game time management means MP34t special game timer, MP34t2 discharge standby timer MP36 ball positive game execution control means, MP50 specific game control means MP51 Probability change end condition determination means, MP51c Probability change count counter MP52 Time reduction end condition determination means, MP52c Time reduction count counter MB gaming state temporary storage means, MB11-C first and second main gaming state temporary storage means MB11b-C first and second Main game symbol information Storage means, MB10-H Auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB11b-H Auxiliary gaming symbol information temporary storage means, MB20b Special game related information temporary storage means MB30b Specific game related information temporary storage means, MB40b Jade certain game related information temporary storage means MT Information transmission control means, MT10 command transmission buffer MH Prize ball payout determination means A 1st main game peripheral device, A10 1st main game start opening A11s 1st main game start opening entrance detection device, A20 1st main game symbol display Device A21g First main game symbol display unit, A21h First main game symbol hold display unit B Second main game peripheral device, B10 Second main game start port B11s Second main game start port entrance detection device, B11d Second main Game start opening electric accessory B20 second main game symbol display device, B21g second main game symbol display part B21h second main game symbol hold display Department, C 1st and 2nd main game shared peripheral equipment C10 1st grand prize opening, C11s 1st big prize opening prize detection device C11d 1st big prize opening electric appliance, C20 2nd big prize opening C21s 2nd big prize Mouth winning detection device, C21d 2nd big winning opening electric accessory C22 specific area, C22s specific area entrance detecting device C22c specific area shielding member, C23 discharge port C23s discharged ball detection device, H auxiliary game peripheral equipment H10 auxiliary game start port , H11s Auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device H20 Auxiliary game symbol display device, H21g Auxiliary game symbol display unit H21h Auxiliary game symbol hold display unit S Sub control board, SM effect display control means (sub main control board)
SM10 display information receiving means, SM11B main side information temporary storage means SM20 effect display control means, SM21 decoration symbol display control means SM21n drawing display content determination means, SM21ta drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21b drawing related information temporary storage means , SM21t drawing variation time management timer SM22 drawing hold information display control means, SM22b drawing hold information temporary storage means SM26 hold prefetch effect execution control means, SM26k hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM23 background effect display control means, SM23n background Effect display content determination means SM23b Background effect related information temporary storage means, SM24 Notice effect display control means SM24n Notice effect display content determination means, SM24b Notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24ta Second display area effect determination table, SM2 5 Reach effect display control means SM25n Reach effect display content determination means, SM25b Reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25ta Reach medium reach effect table, SM27 Light guide plate display control means SM28 Ream state display control means, SM28b Ream state temporary storage Means SM30 Error notification control means, SM31 Error occurrence determination means SM40 Information transmission / reception control means SS Production display means (sub-sub control section), SS10 Sub information transmission / reception control means SS20 Image display control means, SS21b Image display related information temporary storage means SG Production display Device, SG10 display area SG11 decorative symbol display area, SG12 first reserved display section SG13 second reserved display section, SD light guide plate display device SD10 light guide plate, SD20 light emitting element KH prize ball dispensing control board KE prize ball dispensing apparatus

Claims (1)

Game board,
A start opening provided on the game board, into which a game ball can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A first variable winning opening having a square opening provided in the game board and capable of taking a closed state and an open state;
A second variable winning opening having a square opening provided in a part of a ball receiving member on which a game ball flowing down on the game board can land and roll, and which can take a closed state and an open state;
A specific area in which game balls that have entered the second variable winning opening can enter,
A member attached to a specific area and displaceable between a first position and a second position, and when displaced to the second position, a game ball can enter the specific area or compared to the first position A variable member configured to be easy to enter, and when displaced to the first position, the game ball cannot enter the specific area or is difficult to enter compared to the second position;
The provided opening width in the major axis direction of the opening of the first variable winning opening is longer than the diameter of the game ball 2 pieces of the opening width in the minor axis direction is two ball game at the opening of the first variable winning opening It is configured to be shorter than the diameter of the minute and longer than the diameter of one game ball, and the opening width in both the vertical and horizontal directions of the square at the opening of the second variable winning opening is the size of two game balls. It is configured to be shorter than the diameter and longer than the diameter of one game ball,
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
A first video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A second video display device having a display area capable of displaying video;
A secondary game unit that controls information output to the first video display device and the second video display device, and the display area of the second video display device is located closer to the player than the display area of the first video display device. The display area of the second video display device and the display area of the first video display device are configured to overlap at least partially when viewed from the player side, and the display area of the second video display device Has transparency so that the display area of the first video display device is visible,
The display area of the first video display device is set to be capable of producing at least a first display area and a second display area,
It is configured to transmit information from the main game department to the secondary game department by one-way communication,
The main game department
Random numbers are obtained based on the entrance to the starting gate,
Control so that the random number can be temporarily stored as a hold;
Determine the stop identification information of the identification information by performing a validity determination based on the random number,
After the identification information is variably displayed in the identification information display section, the control is performed so that the identification information is stopped and displayed.
If the result of the success / failure determination is a win, the first variable winning opening and / or the second variable winning opening are made to be in an advantageous state for the player when the stop identification information of the identification information is stopped and displayed. Open the variable prize opening that is advantageous for the player from the closed state until a predetermined number of balls are entered into the variable prize opening that is advantageous for the player or the opening / closing termination condition for a predetermined period of time is satisfied. A special game is executed in which a unit game that is an open game or an open / close game that can be in a state is executed a plurality of times,
There is a normal gaming state in which the winning probability related to the winning / failing determination is a predetermined probability, and a probability varying gaming state in which the winning probability related to the winning / failing determination is higher than the predetermined probability, and there is a ball entering a specific area. Control to be in the probability variation gaming state,
In a special game, a different variable prize opening unit game pattern for executing a unit game in which the first variable prize opening is in a state advantageous to the player after the unit game in which the second variable prize opening is in an advantageous state for the player there exists more than one, in at least one said different variable winning opening unit game pattern, to displace the variable member in the second position the unit game start to advantageous state a second variable winning opening for the player in response In addition, the variable member is controlled to continue to be maintained at the second position even after the opening / closing termination condition of the unit game is satisfied, and then the first variable winning opening is in an advantageous state for the player. The variable member is controlled to be displaced from the second position to the first position at substantially the same timing,
The information to be transmitted to the sub-game unit side includes at least identification information related information related to identification information and hold information related to hold,
The subsidiary game department
Based on the identification information related information from the main game unit side, control to output the production video to the first display area of the first video display device and / or the display area of the second video display device,
Based on the hold information from the main game unit side, control to output the hold video to the second display area of the first video display device,
The effect video and the reserved video can be executed in conjunction with each other, and when the effect is displayed only in the display area of the first video display device, the transmittance of the display area of the second video display device is increased. A pachinko machine characterized by being configured as follows.

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