JP5765785B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

  It relates to pachinko machines.

  The most popular pachinko machines are now called “special symbols” (or main game symbols) on the 7-segment display, etc., when a game ball enters the starter (start chucker). When the special symbol is variably displayed and the special symbol is in a specific mode (for example, “7”), the special gaming state in which the player is in a profit state higher than the normal gaming state {the special winning opening that is normally closed This is a type of machine (so-called “first-class pachinko game machine”) that shifts to (a game of contents that a so-called attacker opens under a predetermined condition). Here, in order to reduce the burden of display control of special symbols that are directly linked to the interests of the player, in addition to the aforementioned “special symbols”, it is referred to as “decorative symbols” for the purpose of enhancing the fun of the game. The symbol to be displayed is variably displayed on a display such as a liquid crystal having a size larger than that of the display unit in a form synchronized with the variation of the special symbol. And when the change of the special symbol is started, the decorative symbol also starts to change accordingly, and when the special symbol stops in a specific mode (for example, “7”), the decorative symbol also changes to the predetermined mode (for example, “777”). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game has been confirmed because the decorative symbol has stopped in a predetermined manner.

  Here, in the pachinko gaming machine configured in this way, there is one that improves the fun of the game by providing a sorting member that changes the flow (rolling) direction of the game ball. .

JP 2010-29479 A JP 2010-68964 A

  However, there is a problem that there is room for further improvement from the viewpoint of improving the interest of the game using such a game ball sorting member or improving the maintainability of the game.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
Game board,
A game ball distribution unit disposed in an opening formed in a game area provided on the game board and in which a game ball drops and moves;
In pachinko machines equipped with
The game ball distribution unit
A common entrance, which is an entrance where game balls can enter,
A first entrance that is provided downstream of the common entrance, and a entrance that allows game balls to enter;
A second entrance that is provided downstream of the common entrance, and a entrance that allows game balls to enter;
A member that changes the flow direction of the game balls that have entered the common ball entrance toward either the first start port or the second start port, and the flow direction is changed between the first start port and the second start port. A sorting member configured to alternately change toward
With
A first guiding path provided so that the game ball whose flow direction has been changed toward the first starting port by the sorting member is guided to the first starting port, and the game ball flowing toward the second starting port by the sorting member A second guiding path provided so that the game ball whose direction has been changed is guided to the second starting port, and the guided gaming ball is placed in the first guiding path and the second guiding path. A flow path is provided that can be released to the game area without entering any of the start opening and the second start opening, and an opening is provided in a state where the flow path is always open from the flow path to the game area.
The flow path is composed of a flow path upper wall and a flow path lower wall, and the flow path upper wall and the flow path lower wall are both inclined downward, and the flow path upper wall is directed to the game area from the flow path lower wall. Stretches towards
It is a pachinko game machine characterized by that.
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In addition, although the different aspect different from this aspect is listed below, it can implement without being limited to these at all.
Pachinko gaming machine according to the present alternative embodiment,
A game board (eg, game board 100);
In a pachinko gaming machine comprising a game ball distribution unit (for example, a distribution start port unit 2600) disposed in an opening formed in a game board (for example, the game board 100),
The game ball distribution unit (for example, the distribution start unit 2600)
A common entrance (for example, a common entrance 2600F0) that is an entrance into which game balls can enter;
A first entry port (for example, a first main game start port 2210) provided downstream of a common entry port (for example, the common entry port 2600F0), which is an entry port through which game balls can enter; ,
A second entrance (for example, a second main game start port 2110) provided downstream of a common entrance (for example, the common entrance 2600F0); ,
The first starting port (for example, the first main game starting port 2210) and the second starting port (for example, the second main game) are set in the flow direction of the game balls that have entered the common entrance (for example, the common entrance 2600F0). A starting port 2110) that changes toward one of the first starting port (for example, the first main game starting port 2210) and the second starting port (for example, the second main game starting port). 2110) and a sorting member (e.g., sorting member 2600I) configured to be changed alternately.
A random number is acquired based on the ball entering the first starting port (for example, the first main game starting port 2210) or the second starting port (for example, the second main game starting port 2110), and the success / failure determination is performed based on the acquired random number. The pachinko gaming machine is configured to be able to shift to a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player when the result of the determination of success / failure is winning.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, it is possible to improve the interest of the game or improve the game maintainability by using the game ball distribution member.

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 configuration diagram of the game board of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is an external view of a sorting member unit of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is an external view of the sorting member unit of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a development view of the sorting member unit of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a configuration diagram of a sorting member unit of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a configuration diagram of a sorting member of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is an operation diagram of the sorting member unit of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is an operation diagram of the sorting member unit of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is an operation diagram of the sorting member unit of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a main flowchart on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the illegal winning error notification control process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of first (second) main game symbol display processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of special game operating condition determination processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the special game control process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the special game is completed on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 28 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. 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 decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of special gaming display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 32 is a flowchart of error notification control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 33 is a main flowchart on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 36 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the second embodiment. FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the second embodiment. FIG. 38 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 39 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the third embodiment. FIG. 40 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the third embodiment.

Form to carry out

  First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be described. The term “entrance (entrance entrance)” includes not only winning where a prize ball is paid out, but also passing to a “through chucker” where no prize ball is paid out. The “information (or identification information)” may be in any form as long as the type of information can be identified through the five senses (visual, auditory, tactile, etc.). There may be mentioned those having shapes such as letters and designs. The “information output unit” is not limited in any way to the output method. For example, the light emission means (for example, liquid crystal, LED, 7-segment) emits light (including not only the presence / absence of light emission but also a color difference), physical Examples thereof include a display (for example, a symbol drawn on a reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position), an audio output device (so-called speaker), and the like. “Random number (random number value)” is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo-random number in addition to a narrowly defined random number (for example, , Hard random numbers as random numbers, 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).

  The following embodiment is a model in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed (type 1 type 1 complex machine). However, it is not limited to this at all, and other gaming machines (for example, conventional 1st type, 2nd type, 3rd type, general pachinko gaming machines, etc., or a model in which these are mixed) It is within the range when applied to. 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.

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

  Next, the game board 120 has a game area 120 defined by an outer rail 122 and an inner rail 124. The game area 120 includes a first main game start port 2210, a second main game start port 2110, and a 2-2 main game in addition to a plurality of game nails and windmill mechanisms (not shown) and various general winning ports. Start opening 2110 (2), distribution start opening unit 2600, auxiliary game start opening 2410, first big prize opening 2120, second big prize opening 2220, first main game symbol display device 2130, second main game symbol display device 2230, an effect display device 2140, an auxiliary game symbol display device 2420, a center decoration 192, and an out port 142 are installed. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

  Next, the first main game start port 2210 is installed as a start winning port corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game start port 2210 includes a first main game start port entrance detection device (first entrance detection device) 2211. Here, the first main game start port entrance detection device 2211 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first main game start port 2210, and shows the first main game start indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated.

  Next, the second main game start port 2110 is installed as a start winning port corresponding to the second main game. Specifically, the second main game start port 2110 includes a second main game start port entrance detection device (second entrance detection device) 2111. Here, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device 2111 is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the second main game start entrance 2110, and the second main game start indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated.

  Next, the 2-2 main game start opening 2110 (2) is set as a start winning opening corresponding to the second main game. Specifically, the 2-2 main game start opening 2110 (2) includes a 2-2 main game start opening entrance detection device (second entry detection device) 2111 (2) and a second main game. And a start opening electric member (electric member) 2112. Here, the 2-2 main game start port entrance detection device 2111 (2) is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the 2-2 main game start port 2110 (2). The 2-2 main game start entry information indicating the entry is generated. Next, the second main game start opening electric accessory 2112 is in a closed state in which it is difficult for a game ball to win in the 2-2 main game start opening 2110 (2) and an open state in which the game ball is more likely to win than in the normal state. Variable. In this example, when the second main game start opening electric accessory 2112 is in the closed state, the second main game start opening 2110 (2) is caused by the presence of the shielding member immediately above. The upper part of the 2-2 main game start port 2110 (2) is blocked, and the game ball is configured so that almost no game ball enters the 2-2 main game start port 2110 (2).

  As described above, the present embodiment is configured to include one start winning port corresponding to the first main game and two start winning ports corresponding to the second main game. Here, the start winning opening corresponding to the second main game is configured to execute a common winning lottery, symbol lottery, etc., regardless of which game ball enters anyway, as will be described later. It will be supplemented that the content of the game is not different no matter which game ball enters in any way. In addition, in this embodiment, although it is comprised so that two start winning holes corresponding to a 2nd main game may be provided, it is not limited to this. In that case, the 2-2 main game start opening 2110 (2) may not be provided, and the second main game start opening 2110 is provided at the second main game start opening 2110. May be.

  Next, in this embodiment, the distribution start port unit 2600 is provided below the game area 120 (based on the center point of the game area 120). Although the details of the distribution start port unit 2600 will be described later, as shown in the drawing, the distribution start port unit 2600 includes a first main game start port 2210 (and a first main game start port entrance detection device 2211), and A second main game start port 2110 (second main game start port entrance detection device 2111) is provided, and game balls flowing down the game area 120 are the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start point. It is configured to be easily guided to one of the start ports 2110.

  Next, the auxiliary game start port 2410 includes an auxiliary game start port entrance detection device (entrance detection device) 2411. Here, the auxiliary game start port entrance detection device 2411 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the auxiliary game start port 2410, and generates auxiliary game start port entrance information indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. To do. Note that the entry of a game ball into the auxiliary game start port 2410 triggers a lottery for expanding the second main game start port electric accessory 2112.

  Next, the first big winning opening 2120 has a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol. Is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, which is located at the upper right of the out port 142. Specifically, the first grand prize opening 2120 includes a first grand prize opening prize detection device (first prize detection device) 2121 for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a first grand prize opening electric accessory. (First electric accessory) 2122. Here, the first grand prize opening winning detection device 2121 is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the first big prize opening 2120, and the first big winning opening entrance information indicating the entry at the time of entering the ball. Is generated. The first grand prize opening electric accessory 2122 makes the first big prize opening 2120 variable in the first big prize opening 2120 between a normal state where game balls cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where game balls are easy to win {for example, { , Configured to be realized by exciting and demagnetizing the first grand prize opening electrical accessory solenoid 2122a}.

  Next, the second big prize opening 2220 has a blade shape that is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, provided on the upper left of the outer periphery of the center decoration 192. As a specific configuration, the second grand prize opening 2220 includes a second grand prize opening prize detection device (second prize detection device) 2221 for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a second grand prize opening electric machine. (Second electric accessory) 2222. Here, the second grand prize opening winning detection device 2221 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second big prize winning opening 2220, and the second big winning opening entrance information indicating the entry at the time of entry. Is generated. The second grand prize opening electrical accessory 2222 makes the second big prize opening 2220 variable in the second grand prize opening 2220 between 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 {for example, { , Configured to be feasible by exciting and demagnetizing the second grand prize opening electric accessory solenoid 2222a}. In the present embodiment, there are two special winning openings. However, a special game based on the first main game and a special game based on the second main game may be executed with a single special winning opening. Further, in the present embodiment, the mode of the grand prize opening is changed to a normal state in which the game ball is in a non-winning or difficult to win state and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. However, it is not limited to this. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called so-called, a so-called advancing state in which the bar-like member provided in the big prize opening protrudes toward the player side and a retracted state in which it is retracted toward 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). (However, this is only a preferable aspect and is not limited to this.)

  Next, the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230) 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 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230) includes a first main game symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) and a first main game. And a symbol hold display unit 2132 (second main game symbol hold display unit 2232). Here, the first main game symbol hold display unit 2132 (second main game symbol hold display unit 2232) 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). In addition, the 1st main game symbol display part 2131 (2nd main game symbol display part 2231) is comprised by 7 segment LED, for example, and the 1st main game symbol (2nd main game symbol) is "0"-"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 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). 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 the display apparatus 2140. FIG.

  Next, the effect display device 2140 mainly performs change display and stop display of effect images including decorative symbols that change and stop in conjunction with the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol, A holding ball display is performed. Specifically, a decorative symbol display area 2311 (not shown) in which a decorative symbol change display and a stop display are executed on the screen, a first main game symbol, A drawing hold display portion 2312 (not shown) is formed on which a decorative symbol hold display corresponding to the second main game symbol is executed. The effect display device 2140 is configured by a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, but may be configured by other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED.

  Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 is a device that executes display related to the auxiliary game symbols. Specifically, the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421 and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2422. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2422 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 that have not been executed).

  Finally, the center decoration 192 is installed around the effect display device 2140, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the effect display device 2140, and decoration. In addition, the game effect lamp 190 is provided in the game area 120 or an area other than the game area 120, and plays a role of effect by blinking or the like.

  Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and in particular controls the overall game operation such as lottery when entering the first main game starting port 2210 (second main game starting port 2110) (ie, game Main control device (main board) 1000 that performs control directly related to the profits of the player, and effect control means (sub control) that performs display control related to various effects on the effect display device 2140 that adds interest to the game content Main control unit) 2320, an effect display device (sub-sub control unit) 2310 that mainly performs effect display, and supply from the prize ball tank 212 in accordance with the prize ball tank 212, the prize ball rail 214, and each prize opening. A prize ball payout mechanism (set base) 210 having a payout unit 216 for paying out the game balls to be played to the upper ball tray 110, and a prize ball payout control device for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit 216 000, a launching device 232 that launches game balls (reserved balls) of the upper ball tray 110 to the game area 120 one by one, a launch control board 230 that controls the launching operation of the launching device 232, and each part of the pachinko gaming machine A power supply unit 290 that supplies electric power, a power switch 292 that is a switch for turning on and off the power supply of the pachinko gaming machine, and the like are provided on the back surface of the front frame 104 (opposite the game side).

  Next, FIG. 3 is a view in which the sorting start port unit 2600 is removed from the game board. The distribution start port unit 2600 is configured to be detachable from the game board 100 as shown in FIG. Hereinafter, the distribution start port unit 2600 which is a characteristic part of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to FIGS.

  Next, FIG. 4 is a (a) top view, (b) front view, and (c) bottom view of the sorting start port unit 2600. A common entrance 2600F0 is provided above the sort start port unit 2600 so that game balls that have flowed down the game area 120 can enter the sort start port unit 2600. Further, after entering the common entrance 2600F0 of the sort start port unit 2600 on the bottom surface of the sort start port unit 2600, the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110 (these A discharge port 2600F-b1 is provided for discharging a game ball that has not entered the position to be described later to the outside of the sorting start unit 2600.

  Next, FIG. 5 is a (a) rear view, (b) right side view, and (c) left side view of the sorting start port unit 2600. The distribution start port unit 2600 is a first main game start port entrance detection device 2211 (as a sensor for detecting a game ball that has entered the first main game start port 2210 (second main game start port 2110). When a game ball is detected by the sensor, a lottery for determining whether or not to shift to a special game and paying out a prize ball will be performed as will be described later. . Further, after entering the common entrance 2600F0 of the sorting start unit 2600 on the right side (left side) of the sorting start unit 2600, the first main game start 2210 or the second main game start is started. Discharge ports 2600F-b2 (2600F-b3) are provided for discharging game balls that have not entered the mouth 2110 to the outside of the sorting start unit 2600.

  Next, FIG. 6 is an exploded view of the sorting start port unit 2600. Here, the sorting start port unit 2600 includes a front cover member 2600F, a sorting member 2600I, and a back member 2600B. The sorting member 2600I has blades M2600I-M and blades L2600I on the front surface. -L and blades R2600I-R, and on the back side, there is a space (rolling space 2600I-b to be described later) that can accommodate metal balls 2600I-a (in the following drawings). As shown in the figure, the game ball and the metal ball 2600I-a are distinguished from each other by making the metal ball 2600I-a a dot tone. Further, the distribution member 2600I has a shaft hole 2600I-H penetrating in the front-rear direction, and the shaft hole 2600I-H is fitted to a pin provided on the back member 2600B, so that the front cover member 2600F and the back member 2600B are fitted. Within a certain range with the shaft hole 2600I-H as an axis (when viewed from the player side, the first position where the distribution member 2600I is inclined to the right and the distribution member 2600I is And a second position tilted to the left (within a range of the second position). (A mechanism for giving a certain range of rotation to the sorting member 2600I will be described later). Further, the front cover member 2600F and the back member 2600B are configured such that the members can be fixed to each other by screwing and / or fitting.

  Next, FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the front cover member 2600F of the sorting start port unit 2600. Here, the front cover member 2600F is a member constituting the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110, and further, the game balls are used as the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port. Guide ribs L2600F1 and guide ribs R2600F2 for guiding to the H.210, a distribution member support 2600F-a for limiting the rotation of the distribution member 2600I, and the game balls in the distribution start port unit 2600 And 2600F-b (1-3) that can be discharged out of the unit.

  Here, the effect produced by the sorting start port unit 2600 having the discharge ports 2600F-b (1 to 3) will be described in detail. First, the presence of the outlet 2600F-b (1-3) may cause a game ball that has entered the common entrance 2600F0 not to enter each main game start port. Until the player enters the mouth, the player can be interested in the trend of the game ball, and the interest of the game is improved for the player. Further, when the game ball inside the distribution start port unit 2600 is discharged from the discharge port 2600F-b (1-3) {or the game ball enters the main game start port through the discharge port 2600F-b (1-3). In the case of a ball}, prevent a change in the regular symbol variation of “first main game → second main game → first main game → second main game... Therefore, the interest of the game is improved for the player (however, the effect is that the game balls entering the common entrance 2600F0 are the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110). If the emphasis is on the fact that it can be distributed alternately, as will be described later, the function of assisting the distribution of game balls such as guide ribs, in other words, the function of stabilizing the occurrence of the alternately distributed event. Preferably).

  On the other hand, since there is a possibility that game balls may enter the distribution start port unit 2600 through the discharge ports 2600F-b (1 to 3), the game balls that have not entered the common entrance 2600F0 are When the player enters the starting port through the outlets 2600F-b (1 to 3), the player can obtain an unexpected profit, and the interest of the game is improved for the player. The size and position of the discharge port 2600F-b (1-3) are not limited to this example. Further, paying attention to the effect, the discharge port 2600F-b (1-3) is used as the main game. When viewed as a path to enter the starting port, an electric accessory (so-called electric chew) for taking in the game balls flowing down from the distribution starting port unit 2600 from the discharge ports 2600F-b (1 to 3). It may be configured to be able to create a state where game balls can easily enter through the outlets 2600F-b (1 to 3), and in that case, expandability at the time of designing the gaming machine is created. Therefore, the manufacturing cost can be reduced.

  In addition, when a ball clog occurs in the sorting start port unit 2600, the game ball can be discharged through the discharge ports 2600F-b (1 to 3), so that the game causing the ball clogging is performed. The ball can be discharged out of the distribution start port unit 2600 without entering the main game start port, and there is an effect that maintenance is easy for the game hall operator. In the case of such a configuration, it is preferable that a member for operating the discharge of the game ball causing the ball clogging is provided in the sorting start unit 2600.

  Each guide rib (guide rib L2600F1 and guide rib R2600F2) smoothes the flow of game balls from the common entrance 2600F0 to the first main game start 2210 and the second main game start 2110, It has a role of making the time until the game balls reach the entrances substantially uniform. For example, after the sorting member 2600I is in the first position and the first game ball enters the common entrance 2600F0 and is distributed to the first main game start port 2210, the second game ball When the ball enters the common entrance 2600F0 and is distributed to the second main game start port 2110, it is originally after the first game ball enters the first main game start port 2210 (some degree). With the time difference), the second game ball enters the second main game start port 2110. However, when the first game ball does not smoothly flow down the entrance route to the first main game start port (for example, in the route to the first main game start port 2210, the first game ball 2), the second game ball may enter the starting port before the first game ball. In that case, the first main game start port 2210 (or the second main game start port 2110) enters one start port continuously. By providing each guide rib (guide rib L2600F1 and guide rib R2600F2) in the game ball path in the front cover member 2600F, the movement of the game ball is guided in the path (preventing unexpected movement of the game ball), and the game ball is It will flow smoothly. As a result, the game balls distributed to the left and right by the distribution member 2600I are assisted to alternately enter the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 (the game that has been previously entered). It is possible to prevent a game ball that has subsequently entered the ball from reaching the other entrance earlier than the ball reaches one entrance. The guide ribs (guide ribs L2600F1 and guide ribs R2600F2) are such that the game balls are accurately distributed, making it difficult for the game balls to approach and exist within the route, and the balls inside the sorting start unit 2600 It also has the effect of preventing gummy. Here, when the game balls are guided by the guide ribs (guide ribs L2600F1 and guide ribs R2600F2), the game balls distributed to the left and right by the sorting member 2600I are the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start. It does not mean the effect of confirming that the ball has entered the mouth 2110 (which may have such an effect, but here the smooth movement of the game ball as described above is assumed. Mainly means to prevent unexpected movement of game balls). In addition, as shown in the figure, the first main game start detection device 2211 and the second main game start detection device 2211 and the second main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 are located near (a position close to the common entrance 2600F0). Grooves in which the game start detection devices 2111 can be respectively assembled are provided (a diagram in which the first main game start detection device 2211 and the second main game start detection device 2111 are actually assembled is, for example, FIGS. 9 to 11 described later) Is). With this configuration, the common entrance 2600F0 enters the common entrance 2600F0 due to the short path from the first main game start detection device 2211 and the second main game start detection device 2111. Reduces the error in the arrival time between the time to reach the first main game start port 2210 and the time to reach the second main game start port 2110 when the game ball that has flowed flows down the route. (If the flow path of the game ball is long, such an error is likely to occur due to various factors including the flow speed of the game ball). As a result, it is possible to prevent a situation in which a game ball that has entered first is detected earlier by one main game start detection device and a game ball that has been entered later is detected by the other main game start detection device. Is possible.

  Further, the front cover member 2600F is made of a transparent (including translucent) material, or provided with an opening (so-called meat removal). You may comprise so that a player can visually recognize a motion.

  Next, FIG. 8 is an enlarged view of the sorting member 2600I of the sorting start unit 2600. Here, as shown in FIGS. 4A to 4D, the sorting member 2600I has a metal ball 2600I-a and a roll on which the metal ball 2600I-a can roll on the back side of the member. Dynamic space 2600I-b. Here, the metal ball 2600I-a rolls left and right inside the sorting member 2600I (rolling space 2600I-b), so that the center of gravity position of the sorting member 2600I including the metal ball 2600I-a. Is a mass that is equal to or less than the mass of the game ball (for example, the mass of the game ball ≧ the mass of the metal ball 2600I-a) (for example, 0.5 game balls). When another mass body (for example, one game ball) is loaded on the sorting member 2600I (the blade M2600I-M, the blade L2600I-L or the blade R2600I-R existing on the front surface of the sorting member 2600I), the mass body ( For example, the gravity center position of the sorting member 2600I including one game ball is determined. As a result, since the sorting member 2600I is fixed in one shaft hole 2600H, the sorting member 2600I (rolling space 2600I-b) tilts to the left and right, and the metal ball 2600I-a rolls. The moving space 2600I-b can be rolled (a game ball distributing method to the first main game starting port or the second main game starting port using the sorting member 2600I will be described later). In the present embodiment, the mass of the metal ball 2600I-a is equal to or less than the mass of the game ball. However, this example is merely an example, and the material and mass of the metal ball 2600I-a serving as a weight and the rolling space 2600I The shape of -b is not limited at all. For example, a metal ball 2600I-a having a mass about 1.5 times the mass of the game ball may be provided as a weight inside the sorting member 2600I (for the effect of configuring the sorting member 2600I in this way) Will be described later). In addition, the shape of the weight (for example, the metal ball 2600I-a) is not limited to a spherical shape as long as it has a shape that can roll to the left and right. For example, a cylindrical object may be used as the weight. (Furthermore, the floor surface of the rolling space 2600I-b has a rack shape and the metal ball 2600I-a has a pinion shape so that the metal ball 2600I-a rolls inside the rolling space 2600I-b, etc. As well). In the present embodiment, the back surface of the rolling space 2600I-b is open, and a metal ball 2600I-a is installed in the open space, and then the sorting start unit 2600 and the back member 2600B are assembled. The opening is closed by the back member 2600B, and the metal ball 2600I-a is enclosed in the rolling space 2600I-b. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a configuration in which a metal ball 2600I-a is enclosed in advance in the rolling space 2600I-b of the sorting member unit 2600I (the entire surface of the rolling space 2600I-b on which the metal ball 2600I-a is installed is It is good also as a structure enclosed with.

  Further, the metal sphere 2600I-a existing inside the rolling space 2600I-b has a rolling space when the sorting member 2600I is at the second position as shown in FIGS. In the first position as shown in FIGS. 2C and 2D, the left end of 2600I-b rolls to the right end of the rolling space 2600I-b. It is comprised so that a gravity center can be changed into right and left. Here, the rolling space 2600I-b has a path width (front-rear width) and height in which the metal sphere 2600I-a rolls larger than the diameter of the metal sphere 2600I-a. It is comprised so that it may become smaller than five pieces. With such a configuration, the metal ball 2600I-a floats when the sorting member 2600I fluctuates, and the metal ball 2600I when the metal ball 2600I-a collides with the wall surface of the rolling space 2600I-b. -A can be prevented from swinging. As a result, the rolling of the metal ball 2600I-a becomes smooth (and the center of gravity of the sorting member 2600I changes smoothly), so when the game ball enters the sorting member unit 2600, It is possible to prevent such a situation that the sorting member 2600I does not fluctuate normally. In addition, the bottom surface of the inner wall surface of the rolling space 2600I-b is a smooth surface. As a result, the metal ball 2600I-a easily rolls when the sorting member 2600I is tilted. Increases the effect. Furthermore, rubber or the like may be disposed or embedded in the inner wall surface or wall surface member of the rolling space 2600I-b. Such a configuration further enhances the effect of preventing the metal ball 2600I-a from swinging when the metal ball 2600I-a collides with the wall surface of the rolling space 2600I-b as described above. Is possible.

  Here, the material of the metal ball 2600I-a is not particularly limited, but is preferably a non-magnetic material (for example, non-magnetic stainless steel or aluminum). By adopting such a configuration, the metal ball 2600I-a is not affected even by an illegal act using a magnet (eg, goto action). The distribution of game balls to the game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110 can be made normal, and the fairness of the game can be secured (however, the distribution member unit 2600 approaches the vicinity of the metal ball 2600I-a) Such a fraudulent act can be prevented by providing a sensor capable of detecting the magnetic force to be detected). Further, the material of the metal sphere 2600I-a has little deterioration during long-term use and has a certain density (a metal sphere 2600I having a size capable of entering the rolling space 2600I-b, which is a limited space). -A also has a mass that can sufficiently participate in the fluctuation of the center of gravity of the distribution member 2600I), but is preferably a metal, but is not limited to this. For example, a rubber ball, a glass ball, etc. It may be used.

  Next, FIGS. 9 to 11 are operation diagrams of the distribution start port unit 2600. FIG. Here, for the purpose of illustration, the front view {each figure (a)} of the sorting start port unit 2600 with the front cover member 2600F removed, and the rear view of the sorting start port unit 2600 with the back member 2600B removed. The operation of the sorting start port unit 2600 will be described with reference to {each figure (b)}.

  First, as shown in FIG. 9, the distribution member 2600I is in the first position inclined to the right when viewed from the player side (the blade L2600I-R is in contact with the distribution member support portion 2600F-a). It is assumed that the metal ball 2600I-a is located at the substantially right end of the rolling space 2600I-b.

  (Operation 1) Next, as shown in FIG. 9 and FIG. 10, the game ball Y that has entered the common entrance 2600F0 is allocated to the swinging member 2600I in the first position. It contacts the blade L2600I-L and the blade M2600I-M of the split member 2600I.

  (Operation 2) Next, as shown in FIGS. 10 and 11, the game ball Y that has contacted the blade L2600I-L and the blade M2600I-M of the sorting member 2600I flows down and the game ball Y itself. Of the blade L2600I-H, the distribution member 2600I is rotated counterclockwise so that the shaft hole 2600I-H becomes the axis of rotation (after the blade L2600I-L has rotated a certain angle, the lower end of the blade L2600I-L , The rotation is stopped by coming into contact with the sorting member support portion 2600F-a), and the sorting member 2600I is displaced to the second position. As a result, the game ball Y moves above the first main game start port 2210 (a space is formed so that the game ball Y can flow down to the first main game start port 2210). It flows down to 1 main game start port 2210 (1st main game start detection device 2211). Here, due to the left rotation of the sorting member 2600I, the metal ball 2600I-a inside the sorting member 2600I rolls from the substantially right end to the substantially left end of the rolling space 2600I-b, and the sorting member Change the center of gravity of 2600I.

  (Operation 3) Next, when the game ball Y enters the common entrance 2600F0 in a situation where the distribution member 2600I is in the second position, the distribution member 2600I is in the second position. The game ball Y that has entered the common port 2600F0 contacts the blades R2600I-R and the blades M2600I-M of the sorting member 2600I.

  (Operation 4) Next, the game ball Y that has contacted the blades R2600I-R and M2600I-M of the sorting member 2600I pushes the blades R downward by the flowing force and the mass of the game ball Y itself, The distribution member 2600I is rotated clockwise so that the hole 2600I-H serves as an axis of rotation (after the blade R2600I-R rotates by a certain angle, the lower end of the blade R2600I-R is in contact with the distribution member support 2600F-a. The rotation is stopped), and the sorting member 2600I is displaced to the first position. As a result, the game ball Y moves above the second main game start port 2110 (a space is formed so that the game ball Y can flow down to the second main game start port 2110). It flows down to 2 main game start opening 2110 (2nd main game start opening entrance detection device 2111). Here, due to the right rotation of the sorting member 2600I, the metal ball 2600I-a inside the sorting member 2600I rolls from the substantially left end to the substantially right end of the rolling space 2600I-b, and the sorting member Change the center of gravity of 2600I.

  The distribution member 2600I in the present embodiment is sequentially displaced to the first position and the second position by repeating the above (Operation 1) to (Operation 4). As a result, the game balls that have entered the distribution start port unit 2600 are sequentially distributed to either the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110. Note that the operation mechanism of the sorting member 2600I in the present embodiment may basically be an operation mechanism based on a change in the center of gravity of the sorting member 2600I accompanying the flow of the game ball and the rolling of the metal ball 2600I-a. . Therefore, the mode of operation of the sorting member 2600I (game ball distribution speed, operation stability, etc.) is the same as the shape of the rolling space 2600I-b (the distance that the game ball can roll, the shape of the curved surface of the floor). Etc.), the rotation axis (shaft hole 2600I-H) and the distance between the metal sphere 2600I-a, the mass of the metal sphere 2600I-a, the mass of the sorting member 2600I itself, etc. It is possible to set appropriately. Here, the role of the metal sphere 2600I-a in the operation mechanism will be described. For example, when the metal ball 2600I-a (and the rolling space 2600I-b) does not exist, or when the sorting member 2600I comes into contact with the sorting member support portion 2600F-a, the sorting member 2600I is unintentionally displaced. A situation such as (rotation) may occur. By configuring the sorting member 2600I to include the metal balls 2600I-a, the mass of the sorting member 2600I increases, and thus it is possible to limit unnecessary swinging of the sorting member 2600I. Furthermore, since the metal ball 2600I-a is configured to roll inside the sorting member 2600I (rolling space 2600I-b), the metal ball 2600I is changed when the sorting member 2600I changes. -A rolls in accordance with the variation (assisting the variation of the sorting member 2600I), so that the variation of the sorting member 2600I can be made smoother. In this embodiment, even when only one game ball is loaded on the sorting member 2600I, the sorting member 2600I is configured to easily tilt to the left and right, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, assuming that the mass of the metal ball 2600I-a exceeds the mass of one game ball (for example, the mass of 1.5 game balls), one game ball is loaded on the sorting member 2600I. However, the distribution member 2600I may not be changed, and the distribution member 2600I may be changed by loading two or more game balls. In this case, the distribution member 2600I causes the two game balls to flow down from the second position to the first position or the first position while flowing down toward the first main game start port or the second main game start port. In order to move from the position to the second position, two game balls that have entered the common entrance 2600F0 may be alternately distributed to the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110. It becomes possible. Here, the sorting start port unit 2600 includes sorting means (mechanism that does not have an electrical mechanism) using only the mechanism of the sorting member 2600I (the shape of the sorting member 2600I, the operation of the metal ball 2600I-a, etc.). By doing so, the number of members is reduced, but it is not limited to this. For example, as a part of the sorting mechanism of the sorting start port unit 2600, an auxiliary mechanism using an electrical mechanism (for example, a motor) may be further provided. In this case, when the variation mechanism of the distribution member 2600I stops functioning due to an unexpected situation {for example, a plurality of game balls flow down to the front member (blade members such as the blades L, M, and R) of the distribution member 2600I. For example, when the distribution mechanism no longer functions}, the distribution member may be forcibly operated by the auxiliary mechanism to forcibly guide the game ball to the starting port.

  As described above, the distribution start port unit 2600 according to the present embodiment has a mechanism in which the game ball that has flowed into the common entrance 2600F0 is either the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110. It is designed with the intention that game balls will be distributed alternately to one side. Therefore, the profit rate that can be given to the player due to entering the first main game start port 2210 and the profit rate that can be given to the player due to entering the second main game start port 2110 For players, a situation that becomes relatively advantageous and a situation that becomes relatively unfavorable at the time of jackpot occurrence alternately appear, so that a game that makes use of sharpness is realized. Is possible.

  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 game balls based on the main control board 1000 that controls the progress of the game and information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board 1000. Based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board 3000 to be controlled, various effects on the effect display device 2140 such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker 114, Mainly configured are a sub-control board 2000 that controls the execution of the lighting of the game effect lamp 190, error notification, and the like, and a power supply unit 290 that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including these control boards. The sub-control board 2000 includes a sub-main control unit 2320 for controlling various effects on the effect display device 2140 such as decoration pattern change / stop, sound from the speaker 114, lighting of the game effect lamp 190, and error notification. , Two control units of a sub-sub control unit 2310 that performs display processing such as a decorative symbol variation display / stop display and a hold display or a notice display on the effect display device 2140 are provided. Here, the main control board 1000, the prize ball payout control board 3000, the sub-main control unit 2320, and the sub-sub control unit 2310 include a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, a ROM that stores a program that prescribes arithmetic processes of the CPU, A RAM that temporarily stores data handled by the CPU (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, etc.) is mounted. Hereinafter, a schematic configuration of each substrate and an electrical connection mode between each substrate / device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board 1000 includes a winning mouth sensor S {first main game start entrance entrance detection device 2211, second main game start entrance entrance detection device 2111, auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device 2411, 1st grand prize opening prize detection device 2121, 2nd big prize opening prize detection device 2221, general winning detection apparatus (not shown, the general winning entry is a winning entrance that has a winning ball but does not perform symbol lottery Etc., etc.], drive solenoids (not shown) such as the above-mentioned first big prize opening electric combination solenoid 2122a, second big prize opening electric combination solenoid 2222a, etc., information display LED (not shown), etc. It is electrically connected to an input / output device that is essential for progress, and controls the progress of the game based on input signals from each input device. Further, the main control board 1000 is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board 3000 and the sub control board 2000 (sub-main control unit 2320 and sub-sub control part 2310). And the like (commands) relating to the award ball payout control board 3000 and information (commands) relating to performance / game progress etc. to the sub-control board 2000. The main control board 1000 can be connected to the hall computer H or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown, for example, a terminal board having a relay switch structure). Game-related information can be output from the main control board 1000 to an external device by wiring connection with the hall computer H via a terminal.

  In the present embodiment, as indicated by the arrows in the figure, the main control board 1000 and the winning ball payout control board 3000 are configured to be capable of bidirectional communication, while the main control board 1000 and the sub main The control unit 2320 is configured to allow one-way communication from the main control board 1000 to the sub-main control unit 2320 (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 3000 is a device that can be operated by a player and a prize ball payout mechanism 210 for paying out game balls. Connected to the game ball lending device 100. 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 100 is separately provided and adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball lending device 100 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 2000 is connected to the effect display device 2140 for displaying decorative symbols and the like, the speaker 114, the game effect lamp 190, and other effect drive devices (not shown). In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit 2320 and the sub-sub control unit 2310 are provided in the sub-control board 2000, and the sub-main control unit 2320 controls the sound output from the speaker 114 and the gaming effect ( Lighting) Control of lighting of the lamp 190 and determination control of display contents to be displayed on the effect display device 2140 are performed, and display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device 2140 is performed by the sub-sub control unit 2310. It is configured to be In this embodiment, the sub-main control unit 2320 and the sub-sub control unit 2310 are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board 2000. 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 sub-sub control unit 2310 executes voice control (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 device 1000 includes gaming peripheral devices (first main gaming peripheral device A, second main gaming peripheral device B, first and second main gaming shared peripheral device C, auxiliary gaming peripheral device D), A sub-main control unit 2320 (production display control unit 2320) related to the production is connected to a prize ball payout control device 3000 that performs payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control device 1000, so that information can be transmitted. ing. Further, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320) is electrically connected to the sub sub control unit 2310 (effect display means 2310) for executing image effects, various game effect lamps 190 (for example, side lamps), the speaker 114, and the like. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control device 3000 is electrically connected to a prize ball payout device including a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control device 1000, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320), the sub sub control unit 2310 (effect display means 2310), the prize ball payout control device 3000, and the like store data and programs in hardware. ROM, RAM, and elements such as a CPU used for arithmetic processing. In the following description, each means included in the main controller 1000 may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000). For example, each unit included in the peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000) may be configured to be mounted on the main controller 1000. The details of each means (device) will be described below.

  First, the main control device 1000 includes a game control means 1100 for controlling the main game (first main game, second main game, special game), auxiliary game, and general game, and various game information on the game peripheral device 2000 side. {For example, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information {for example, 15R big hit (with a ball), 2R big hit (without a ball), small hit, lost}, information on a change mode (for example, change time), special game Information transmission control means 1300 (and a command transmission buffer 1301 for accumulating unsent commands) for transmitting a start signal / status information / end signal, hold information, etc., and a prize for a game ball to various prize openings The first main game is started by the prize ball payout determining means 1400 that controls the prize ball payout control device 3000 so as to pay out a predetermined prize ball based on the distribution start port unit 2600. Unauthorized winnings monitoring control means for monitoring whether or not a ball that does not conform to the design intention of the distribution start port unit 2600 is monitored in a situation where it is configured to enter any one of 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 1500.

  Here, the game control means 1100 determines whether or not each random number can be acquired by determining whether or not each ball can be acquired, and whether or not the ball determination means 1110 determines whether the game ball flows into each ball entrance (starting port, etc.). Random number acquisition determination execution means 1120 for acquiring each random number, a hold control means 1130 for temporarily storing a ball entering each start port during a variable display as a hold ball within an upper limit number, and a first to be described later On the basis of each random number, a random determination means 1135 for determining whether or not the special game is successful and whether or not the second main game start opening electrical accessory 2112 is open based on the main game side random number, the second main game side random number, and the auxiliary game side random number, Symbol content determination means 1140 for determining the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of each symbol, display control means 1150 for controlling the variation and stop display of each symbol, and the second main game start port 21 0 for controlling the opening / closing of the second main game start opening electric accessory 2112 and the special control for controlling the special game advantageous to the player over the normal game. With respect to the game control means 1170, the first main game, the second main game, and the auxiliary game, a determination as to which game state the current game state is to be transferred to, and a process for changing the game state based on the determination Specific game control means 1180 and current and past game states [e.g. main game state {normal game state, specific game state (probability game state, time-reduced game state), special game state}, auxiliary game state ( Easy release state, non-easy release state), stop symbol and variation mode information related to the main game symbol and auxiliary game symbol, on / off status of various flags, game state during special game (for example, It has a game state temporary storage means 1190 for temporarily storing the number of rounds and the winning number information) or the like, the. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the entrance determination means 1110 is directed to the first main game start entrance entrance determination means 1111 and the second main game start entrance 2110 that determine whether or not a game ball has entered the first main game start entrance 2210. Second main game start opening entrance determining means 1112 that determines whether or not a game ball has entered, and auxiliary game entrance entrance determination that determines whether or not a game ball has flowed into the auxiliary game start opening 2410 Means 1113.

  Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means 1120 determines whether or not to acquire the first main game side random number based on the game ball entering the first main game start port 2210, and according to the determination result, A first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 for acquiring random numbers (for example, a first winning random number, a first variation mode determination random number, a first main game symbol determination random number, etc.) and a game to the second main game start port 2110 It is determined whether or not the second main game random number is acquired based on the incoming ball, and the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second main game symbol, etc.) according to the determination result A second main game random number acquisition determination execution unit 1122 for acquiring a determined random number, etc., and determining whether or not the auxiliary game side selection random number can be acquired, and executing an auxiliary game random number acquisition determination for acquiring the random number based on the determination result Means 1123.

  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 1130 determines whether or not to temporarily store the first main game random number acquired in a situation where the first main game symbol variation permission has not been given, and based on the determination result, the random number is determined. The first main game symbol holding means 1131 for holding in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a until the symbol change permission is lowered, and the second acquired in the situation where the second main game symbol change permission is not lowered. It is determined whether or not the main game side random number is temporarily stored, and based on the determination result, the second main game symbol for holding the random number in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a until the symbol variation permission is lowered. It is determined whether or not to temporarily store the holding game 1132 and the auxiliary game side random number acquired in a situation where the auxiliary game symbol variation permission has not been granted, and the random number is reduced based on the determination result. Up has an auxiliary game symbol hold means 1133 for holding the auxiliary game symbol reservation information temporary storage means 1133a, the. Here, the first main game symbol holding means 1131, the second main game symbol holding means 1132 and the auxiliary game symbol holding means 1133 can temporarily store up to four random numbers combined with the holding order. The first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a, the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a are provided.

  Next, the success / failure lottery means 1135 determines whether or not to win a special game if the result of the success / failure lottery is a win (for example, internally turns on the winning flag), and the success / failure lottery means 1135a. And a success / failure lottery table 1135b which is referred to when performing. Here, the success / failure lottery table 1135b performs the first main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-1 referred to when performing the success / failure lottery with respect to the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol with respect to success / failure lottery. And a second main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-3 referred to at the time. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the symbol content determination means 1140 determines the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first main game random number). A second main game content determination unit 1142 that determines a stop pattern and a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol based on the determination unit 1141 and the acquired game content determination random number (second main game random number); And auxiliary game content determining means 1143 for determining a stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number.

  Here, the first main game content determination means 1141 has a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol or a variation mode related to the first main game symbol, The first main game content determination lottery table 1141a 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 table for the first main game normal gaming state, Probability change game → first main game probability change game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). The second main game content determination means 1142 has a second main game content determination lottery table 1142a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol or a variation mode related to the second main game symbol. The two main game content determination lottery table 1142a 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, the lottery table for the second main game normal game state, the probability Floating game → second main game probability variable 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. Furthermore, the auxiliary game content determination means 1143 has an auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol, and the auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a includes: Various winning tables that differ depending on the game state are provided (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time shortening game → auxiliary game time shortening lottery table).

  Next, the display control means 1150 controls the first main game symbol display unit 2130 of the first main game symbol display device 2130 to stop and display after changing the first main game symbol for a predetermined time. On the game symbol control means 1151 and the second main game symbol display unit 2231 of the second main game symbol display device 2230, the second main game symbol is controlled to stop and display after changing the second main game symbol for a predetermined time. If random numbers are temporarily stored in the control means 1152, the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a, and the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, the random number hold means temporarily Main game symbol hold release control means 1154 for determining whether to prioritize fluctuations in the main game symbol based on the stored random number, and the auxiliary game symbol display unit 242 of the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 Above, and an auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 for performing the control for stopping the display after varying the predetermined time auxiliary game design.

  Here, the first main game symbol control means 1151 further includes first main game symbol change time management means 1151a for managing the change time according to the change mode determined by the first main game content determination means 1141. doing. The first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a further includes a first main game symbol variation management timer 1151a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Next, the second main game symbol control means 1152 further has second main game symbol change time management means 1152a for managing the change time according to the change mode determined by the second main game content determination means 1142. doing. The second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a further includes a second main game symbol variation management timer 1152a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Further, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 has auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a for managing the variation time of the auxiliary game symbols on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421 of the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420. . The auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a further includes an auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 capable of measuring time.

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

  Next, the special game control means 1170 determines whether or not the condition for shifting to the special game (big hit, small win) is satisfied, specifically, the big win or the small hit is won {special game ( When the condition determination means 1171 for determining whether or not an execution permission flag has been generated} and a special game transition condition are satisfied, the contents of the special game (specifically, an open state) A special game content determination means 1172 for setting a special prize-related information temporary storage means 1194 and a first grand prize prize port 2120 or a second big prize prize port 2220 in advance. Special game execution means 1173 for executing a special game (big hit, small hit) that is open under conditions, and time management of various processes related to the special game (for example, the first big prize opening 2120 and the second big prize And a special game time management means 1174 for opening and closing time) of the mouth 2220. Here, the special game time management means 1174 further includes a special game timer 1174a for managing the round time. The special game content determination unit 1172 further includes a special game content reference table 1172a that is referred to when specifying the content of the special game to be set in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 (table). Details are not shown).

  Next, the specific game control means 1180 has specific game end condition determination means 1181 for determining whether or not the end condition for the specific game state is satisfied. Here, the specific game end condition determining means 1181 further includes a time reduction counter 1181a capable of counting the time reduction. Here, 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, the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction function) as compared with the non-time reduction. Furthermore, the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110 is relatively extended (opening time extension function). In addition, the time reduction in this embodiment ends when the total value of the number of changes in the first main game symbol and the number of changes in the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number (excluding a probability change game with no time limit limitation). ). 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 above-mentioned specific game end condition determining means 1181 has, for example, a function of performing a lottery transition from a specific game (for example, a probability-change game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time a symbol changes. Good (in the case of pachinko machines with a falling lottery function).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means 1190 is a first main game state temporary storage means for temporarily storing the current game state in the first main game (game from the change of the first main game symbol to the stop). 1191, second main game state temporary storage means 1192 for temporarily storing the current game state in the second main game (game from the change of the second main game symbol to the stop), and current in the auxiliary game Auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 for temporarily storing the game state and the current game state in the special game (for example, the number of rounds, the number of game balls won in any round, on / off of various flags related to the special game, etc.) Special game related information temporary storage means 1194 for temporary storage.

  Here, the first main game state temporary storage means 1191 is a first flag temporary storage means 1191a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states related to the first main game, and the first main game state that is currently changing. And a first main game symbol information temporary storage means 1191b for temporarily storing stop symbols and variation mode information related to the game symbols (first main game symbols satisfying the change start condition).

  The second main game state temporary storage means 1192 includes second flag temporary storage means 1192a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states related to the second main game, and the second main game that is currently changing. There is a second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1192b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the variation mode information related to the symbol (second main game symbol for which the variation start condition is satisfied).

  The auxiliary game state temporary storage unit 1193 temporarily stores information related to the auxiliary game (for example, on / off information of various flags such as an auxiliary game symbol winning flag, a release extension flag, and a time reduction flag). It has storage means 1193a and auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b for temporarily storing information such as stop symbols related to the currently changing auxiliary game symbols (auxiliary game symbols for which change start conditions are established). .

  Next, the information transmission control unit 1300 includes a command transmission buffer 1301 for storing a command to be transmitted to the sub main control unit 2320 side.

  Next, the illegal winning monitoring control means 1500 determines the illegal winning determination means 1501 for determining whether or not illegal winning can be generated at the first main game starting port 2210 and the second main game starting port 2110, and determining whether or not the occurrence is possible. And a prize-related information temporary storage unit 1502 for temporarily storing information for the purpose.

  Next, the gaming peripheral device 2000 will be described. Since some of the peripheral devices have already been described in detail, the remaining configuration will be briefly described. First, the 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. The first and second main game shared peripheral devices C, which are shared peripheral devices on the second main game side, the auxiliary game peripheral device D related to the auxiliary game, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320), the sub sub control Part 2310 (effect display device 2140) and the like. Here, the effects controlled by the sub-main control unit 2320 are included in the game results, including the variation of the decoration pattern in time synchronized with the variation of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol. 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 port 2210 that triggers the transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device 2130 that can display stop and change display of the first main game symbol. ,have.

  Next, the second main game peripheral device B includes a second main game start port 2110 and a 2-2 main game start port 2110 (2), which are triggered by the transition to the special game, a stop display of the second main game symbol, And a second main game symbol display device 2230 capable of variable display.

  Next, the first / 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. It has a second grand prize opening 2220 that is in a closed state during a game and is open under a predetermined condition during a special game.

  Next, the auxiliary game peripheral device D includes an auxiliary game start port 2410 that triggers the opening of the second main game start port electric accessory 2112, and an auxiliary game symbol display device that can display stop and change display of the auxiliary game symbol 2420.

  Here, the effect display control means (sub-main control section) 2320, display information receiving means 2321 for receiving various information from the main control device 1000 side, decoration pattern variation mode and stop symbol determination processing and display Decoration design display control means 2322 for controlling the control process, equipment hold information display control means 2323 for managing the number of decoration symbols held and holding display processing, and production general information temporarily for temporarily storing information related to the production control. A storage unit 2324, an error notification control unit 2325 that performs error notification based on information transmitted from the main controller 1000 side, and an information transmission / reception control unit 2400 that controls information transmission / reception with the sub-sub control unit 2310 side. doing. Hereafter, each said means is explained in full detail.

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

  Next, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 is based on the information from the main controller 1000 side, and the decorative symbol display content determining means 2322a for determining the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol, and the decorative symbol display variation A drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c for temporarily storing various types of information (variation mode information, stop symbol information, various flags, etc.), and a diagram variation time management timer 2322d for measuring the variation time of the decorative symbols, ,have. Here, the drawing display content determination means 2322a has a drawing variation content determination lottery (reference) table 2322a-1 which is referred to when determining the stop symbol and variation mode of the decorative symbol (the table of the table). Details are not shown).

  Next, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 has a drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323a for temporarily storing information related to the hold related to the decorative design.

  The effect display means (sub-sub control section) 2310 includes sub-information transmission / reception control means 2450 for controlling information transmission / reception with the sub-main control section 2320 side, and image display control means 2313 for displaying an image on the drawing hold display section 2312. A decorative symbol display area 2311 which is a display area on the effect display device 2140, a first hold display section 2312a for displaying the hold ball information on the first main game side, and the hold ball information on the second main game side. And a second hold display unit 2312b for displaying. Here, the image display control unit 2313 further includes an image display related information temporary storage unit 2313a for temporarily storing commands received from the sub main control unit 2320 side and information related to various image displays.

  The first main game symbol display device 2130, the second main game symbol display device 2230, and the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 are connected to the main control device 1000 so as to be able to transmit information, and the remaining effect display means 2310 is an effect. The display control unit 2320 is connected to be able to transmit information. That is, the first main game symbol display device 2130, the second main game symbol display device 2230, and the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 are controlled by the main control device 1000, and the effect display means 2310 is controlled by the effect display control means 2320. Means that. In addition, you may comprise so that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main controller 1000 and the other peripheral device controlled by one-way communication (one-way communication).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by main controller 1000. After powering on the gaming machine, the process of FIG. That is, after the gaming machine is turned on and initialized (not shown), the main controller 1000 confirms the input port of the RAM clear button in step 3002, and resets the RAM (clear RAM) button of the power supply unit 290. 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 3002, in step 3004, main controller 1000 clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in gaming state temporary storage means 1190) on the main controller 1000 side. Next, in step 3006, the information transmission control means 1300 transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board 1000 has been cleared to the sub main control unit 2320 side (even if it is transmitted at this timing). Alternatively, the command may be set at this timing and transmitted by the control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 3014. On the other hand, if No in step 3002, the main controller 1000 checks the contents of the RAM area in the main controller 1000 in step 3008 (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power failure and the RAM area stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information). Next, at step 3010, main controller 1000 determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are normal based on the check result (whether or not the information at the time of power interruption has been backed up to RAM correctly). If YES in step 3010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 3004 (RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if the data backed up in the RAM in Step 3010 is normal, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in Step 3011, the main controller 1000 stores various backups stored (backed up) in the RAM in the main gaming device 1000 An information command is acquired, and in step 3012, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit 2320 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 3014. Next, at step 3014, the main controller 1000 executes an execution scheduled interrupt (for example, about every 1.5 ms as a hardware interrupt) related to the main process on the main controller 1000 side indicated by step 1000 in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is set to T) (as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, step 1000 in FIG. 11 is executed), and the process proceeds to step 3020. . After the transition to step 3020, main controller 1000 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. Main controller 1000 executes the process shown in FIG. 5B based on an interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, triggered by the arrival of the scheduled interrupt period T (for example, a hardware interrupt about every 1.5 ms), in step 1100, the main controller 1000 executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1200, main controller 1000 executes an electric accessory driving determination process described later. Next, at step 1300, main controller 1000 executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process, which will be described later. Next, at step 1400, main controller 1000 executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, at step 1500, main controller 1000 executes special game operating condition determination processing described later. Next, at step 1600, main controller 1000 executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1700, the main controller 1000 (especially the prize ball payout determining means 1400) performs a prize ball payout control process (drive control of the prize ball payout mechanism 210, etc.) based on the winning opening where the game ball has won. The payout control board 3000 is executed and processing for managing the result is executed. Next, at step 1800, main controller 1000 executes external signal output processing (output of information to external terminal board, hall computer H, etc.). Next, in step 1900, main controller 1000 executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub-main control unit) 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 controller 1000 is configured such that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the process of FIG. Is done. That is, when the gaming machine is powered off (NMI interrupt in this example), in step 3604, main controller 1000 sets power interruption information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. Next, in step 3606, main controller 1000 prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power-off waiting loop processing.

  Next, FIG. 15 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 entrance entrance determination means 1113 determines whether or not a game ball enters (inflow, passes in the case of a gate) into the auxiliary game entrance 2410. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 refers to the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a, and determines whether or not the number of hold balls is not the upper limit (for example, 4). . In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 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 hold means 1133 adds 1 hold ball in the form of setting the random number in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a together with information on what number of holds. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the electric accessory drive determination process in step 1200). In addition, also when it is No in step 1102 and step 1104, it transfers to the following process (electric-powered article drive determination process of step 1200).

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a to determine whether or not the electric accessory open flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 refers to the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the auxiliary game content determination unit 1143 accesses the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1133a and determines whether or not there is a hold ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game content determination unit 1143 refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage unit 1193 to acquire the auxiliary game side game state (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag), and Referring to the auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a, a stop symbol is determined based on the acquired auxiliary game side gaming state and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, when the auxiliary game short time flag is on) Is selected with a higher probability than in the case of being off) and temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b. Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game symbol variation time managing means 1153a stores the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 in the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 based on the game state on the auxiliary game side (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 1153 turns on the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding means 1133 updates the hold information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a after subtracting 1 from the reserved ball related to the auxiliary game symbol, and also assists. The game symbol control means 1153 starts the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153 a-1, and then starts the auxiliary game symbol variation display on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421. Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1, and determines 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 1153 refers to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b, acquires the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and stops the acquired auxiliary game symbol. The symbol is fixedly displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421. In step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 turns off the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1230, the condition determination means 1161 determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “winning”. In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 relates to the opening time of the electric accessory in the opening timer 1162 based on the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (the flag state of the auxiliary gaming short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 6 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is on, and 0.5 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) is set. Next, in step 1234, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the electric accessory open flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. In step 1236, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 opens the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110. Next, at step 1238, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the release timer 1162, and determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric accessory has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1238, in step 1240 and step 1242, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 closes the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110, and in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. The electric-operated article releasing flag is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (main game content determination random number acquisition process in step 1300).

  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 next process is performed. The process proceeds to (main game content determination random number acquisition process in step 1300).

  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. 17 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, whether or not the first main game start port entrance determining means 1111 has received the first main game start port entrance information from the first entrance detection device 2211 of the first main game start port 2210. Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1330, the unauthorized prize monitoring control means 1500 executes an unauthorized prize determination process described later. Next, in step 1304, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a, and the upper limit (the number of hold balls related to the main game (especially the first main game side)) For example, it is determined whether or not 4). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 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 success / failure, the symbol lottery random number for determining the winning symbol, and the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol Three random numbers of the variation mode lottery random numbers for determination are acquired. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update periods and random number ranges, and are obtained in series at this timing.

  Next, in step 1307, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a and the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and is temporarily stored. In addition to acquiring all the reserved numbers, the (total reserved number + 1) is derived as the winning order. Next, in step 1308, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 sets the acquired first main game random number and the derived winning order in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a. . Next, in step 1309, the information transmitting means 1300 transmits the acquired first main game random number and the derived winning order as holding information (holding occurrence command) to the sub main control unit 2320. Set in the transmission buffer 1301.

  Next, in step 1310, whether or not the second main game start entrance entering determination means 1112 has received the second main game start entrance entrance information from the second entrance detection device 2111 of the second main game start entrance 2110. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1310, in step 1330, the unauthorized prize monitoring control means 1500 executes an unauthorized prize determination process described later. Next, in step 1312, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132 a, and the upper limit of the hold ball related to the main game (especially the second main game side) ( For example, it is determined whether or not 4). In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 acquires the second main game content determination random number. Next, in step 1315, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution unit 1122 refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1131a and the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1132a, and is temporarily stored. In addition to acquiring all the reserved numbers, the (total reserved number + 1) is derived as the winning order. Next, in step 1316, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution unit 1122 sets the acquired second main game side random number and the derived winning order in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1132a. . Next, in step 1317, the information transmission unit 1300 transmits the acquired second main game random number and the derived winning order as hold information (as a hold occurrence command) to the sub main control unit 2320. The transmission buffer 1301 is set, and the process proceeds to step 1380. In the case of No in step 1312, the process proceeds to step 1380.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1310, in step 1311, the second main game start opening entry judging means 1112 determines that the second-2 entry detection device 2111 (2) in the 2-2 main game start opening 2110 (2). ) Is received from the second main game starting entrance information. In the case of Yes in step 1311, the process proceeds to step 1312 without executing step 1330. In the case of No in step 1311, the process proceeds to step 1380. Then, in step 1380, the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 executes an illegal prize error notification control process described later, and proceeds to the next process (main game symbol display process in step 1400).

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process according to the subroutine of step 1330 in FIG. First, in step 1332, the unauthorized winning determination means 1501 determines whether or not the current winning is a winning at the first main game starting opening 2210 (from the first winning detecting device 2211 to the first main gaming starting opening entering the ball). Whether or not the information has been received). In the case of Yes in step 1332, in step 1334, the illegal prize determination unit 1501 determines whether “1” is set as the previous prize type in the prize-related information temporary storage unit 1502. In the case of Yes in step 1334, in step 1336, the illegal winning determination means 1501 adds 1 to the same starting port consecutive winning counter value Cnt in the winning related information temporary storage means 1502 (increment), and proceeds to step 1340. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1334 (when “2” is set in the previous prize type in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502), in step 1338, the illegal prize determination means 1501 determines the prize-related information temporary storage means. The same starting port consecutive winning counter value Cnt in 1502 is cleared (zero cleared), and the process proceeds to step 1340. Next, in step 1340, the illegal prize determination unit 1501 sets “1” to the previous prize type in the prize-related information temporary storage unit 1502, and proceeds to step 1352.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1332, in other words, when the current winning is a winning to the second main game starting port 2110 (the second main game starting port entering information from the second entering game detection device 2111 is received). If it is received), in step 1344, the illegal prize determination means 1501 determines whether or not “2” is set as the previous prize type in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502. In the case of Yes in step 1344, in step 1346, the illegal winning determination unit 1501 adds 1 to the same starting port consecutive winning counter value Cnt in the winning related information temporary storage unit 1502 (increment), and proceeds to step 1350. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1354 (when “1” is set in the previous prize type in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502), in step 1348, the illegal prize determination means 1501 receives the prize-related information temporary storage means. The same starting port consecutive winning counter value Cnt in 1502 is cleared (zero cleared), and the process proceeds to step 1350. Next, in step 1350, the illegal prize determination means 1501 sets “2” as the previous prize type in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502 and proceeds to step 1352.

  Next, in step 1352, the illegal winning determination means 1501 confirms the same starting port consecutive winning counter value Cnt in the winning related information temporary storage means 1502. Next, in step 1354, the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines whether or not the counter value Cnt is a predetermined value (for example, 3) or more based on the confirmation result, in other words, only for one start port. It is determined whether or not the winning is continuously performed for the predetermined number of times or more. In the case of Yes in step 1354, in step 1356, the unauthorized winning determination means 1501 turns on the same starting port consecutive winning error notification permission flag in the winning related information temporary storage means 1502 and returns to the caller of this subroutine. If No in step 1354, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the illegal winning error notification control process according to the subroutine of step 1380 in FIG. First, in step 1382, the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 determines whether or not the same start port consecutive prize error notification permission flag in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502 is on. In the case of Yes in step 1382, in step 1384, the illegal winning monitor control unit 1500 turns off the same starting port consecutive winning error notification permission flag in the winning related information temporary storage unit 1502. Next, in step 1386, the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 sets an error notification external signal to the hall computer H side (external terminal board). Next, in step 1386, the illegal prize monitoring control unit 1500 sets an error notification start control command to the sub main control unit 2320 side. Next, in step 1390, the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 sets a predetermined value (for example, 30 seconds) to the error notification period timer value T in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502, and starts countdown. Migrate to In the case of No in step 1382, the process proceeds to step 1392. Next, in step 1392, the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 determines whether or not the error notification period timer value in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502 is zero (whether or not time is up). In the case of Yes in step 1392, in step 1394, the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 sets an error notification end control command to the sub-main control unit 2320 side, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. If No in step 1392, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1402, the main game symbol hold release control means 1154 refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a and the second main game hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and the first main game symbol hold information 1132a. It is determined whether or not the hold information relating to the two main game symbols exists. In the case of Yes in step 1402, in step 1404, the main game symbol hold release control means 1154 refers to the winning order in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a and the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a. Then, it is determined whether or not the first winning order is the hold information related to the first main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1404, in step 1400 (1), the game control means 1100 executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). . On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1404, in step 1400 (2), the game control means 1100 executes a second main game symbol display process described later and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). Transition. In the case of No in step 1402, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). Thus, in this embodiment, the symbol variation is sequentially started according to the order of entering the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured to preferentially execute (so-called priority digestion) the symbol variation on one main game side, or draw both main game symbols simultaneously (so-called You may comprise so that a parallel lottery may be performed.

  Next, FIG. 21 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 1402, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) determines whether or not a change start condition is satisfied. Here, the condition for starting the change is that the special game or the design is not changing.

  Next, in step 1414, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) is a first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a (second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a. ), The first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) related to the current symbol variation is read, and the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a (second main game symbol) is read. The information is deleted from the holding information temporary storage means 1132a) and shifted (holding digestion process), and each winning order in the remaining holding information is decremented by 1 (decremented). Next, at step 1403, the winning / not determining lottery means 1135 refers to the first main game winning / not determining lottery table 1135b-1 (second main gaming notifying lottery table 1135b-3) corresponding to each gaming state, and the first main Based on the game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the winning lottery random number), the main game symbol winning / not-winning (in this example, a big hit) lottery is executed.

  Here, FIG. 22 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-1 (second main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-3). 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. The winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this (for example, it may be configured to win not only big hits but also small hits).

  Returning to the description of the flowchart, next, in step 1416-1, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) determines the first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content). Referring to the game content determination lottery table 1142a), the main game symbol stoppage 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) The symbols are determined and temporarily stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b).

  Here, FIG. 22 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content determination lottery table 1142a) (particularly an example of a stop symbol determination table). . As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, when a big hit is won, a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, “1A, 1B, 3A, 3B”) having different maximum number of rounds to be played at the time of a special game. = 8R and “7A, 7B” = 16R), one main game symbol is determined as a jackpot symbol. Here, as will be described later, the jackpot symbol “1A, 1B” is a mode in which the game does not shift to the probability variation gaming state after execution of the special game related to the jackpot symbol (hereinafter referred to as “non-probability variable jackpot”). On the other hand, the jackpot symbol “3A, 3B, 7A, 7B” is a mode in which, as will be described later, after the special game related to the jackpot symbol is executed, the game proceeds to the probability variation gaming state (hereinafter, probable change). Sometimes called jackpot). And, as shown in this example, in this embodiment, the big win symbol that is more advantageous for the player when the big hit on the second main game side than the big hit on the first main game side is more advantageous Is configured to be easily selected.

  Next, in step 1416-3, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) selects a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content) corresponding to each game state. Referring to the content determination lottery table 1142a), the main game symbol variation based on the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (first main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number) The mode is determined, and these are temporarily stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b), and the process proceeds to Step 1419.

  Here, FIG. 22 (main game table 3) is an example of a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content determination lottery table 1142a) (particularly, an example of a variation mode determination table). . 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. In other words, 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-time flag is off (relative to the short-time game state) The variation mode in which the variation time is short is easily determined. This example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of variation mode (variation time), 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.

  Next, in step 1419, the information transmission control unit 1300 performs a command (stop symbol) related to the main game symbol temporarily stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b). Information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) and a command related to the current gaming state (symbol variation display start instruction command) are set in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit 2320 side. . Next, in step 1420, the first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a (second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a) uses a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol for the first main game symbol variation management. The timer 1151a-1 (second main game symbol variation management timer 1152a-1) is set. Then, in step 1422, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) is the first main game symbol of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). On the display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231), in accordance with the variation mode stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b), Start the variable display. Next, in step 1446, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) turns on the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). To do. In step 1434, the first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a (second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a) 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 1434, in step 1437, the information transmission control unit 1300 transmits a command transmission symbol (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub-main control unit 2320 side to the effect that the symbol variation ends. Set to 1301. Next, in step 1438, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) makes the first main game of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). The variable display of the main game symbol on the symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) is stopped, and the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b) is stopped. The stored stop symbol is displayed and controlled as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1440, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) turns off the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). To. Next, in step 1417, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) sets the first main game symbol information temporary storage means 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1192b). It is determined whether or not the stop symbol is a big hit symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1417, in step 1418, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) is in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Is turned on, and the flow shifts to Step 1442. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1417, the process proceeds to step 1442 without executing the process in step 1418. In step 1442, the first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a (second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a) first timer game variation management timer 1151a-1 (second main game symbol variation management). Timer 1152a-1) is reset.

  Next, in step 1450, the game control means 1100 executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). In the case of No in step 1434, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500).

  In the case of No in step 1402, in step 1444, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152), the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). ), It is determined whether or not the changing flag is ON. If Yes in Step 1444, the process proceeds to Step 1434, and if No in Step 1444, the process proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in Step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time / count counter 1181a to determine whether or not the time / count counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1454, the specific game control means 1180 subtracts 1 from the time-count counter value of the time-count counter 1181a. Next, in step 1456, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time reduction counter 1181a and determines whether or not the time reduction is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1456, in step 1460, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the main game short time flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and the main game short time flag in the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. Next, in step 1462, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the auxiliary game short time flag in the game state temporary storage means 1190, and proceeds to the next process (special game operation condition determination process in step 1500). In addition, also when it is No in step 1452 and step 1456, it transfers to the following process (special game operation condition determination process of step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 24 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 1171 is on the first main game symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). It is determined whether or not the main game symbol displayed on is stopped. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the condition determination means 1171 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1504, in step 1505, the special game content determination means 1172 refers to the special game content reference table 1172a on the basis of the predetermined mode, thereby corresponding to the content of the special game (for example, corresponding to the winning symbol). The maximum number of rounds and the opening / closing mode of the big prize opening in each round) are set in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in Step 1552 and Step 1554, the specific game control means 1180 includes the specific game flag (main game probability change flag / main game short time flag / auxiliary game) in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a and the second flag temporary storage means 1192a. The time reduction flag) is once turned off, and the time reduction number counter 1181a is reset (time reduction number counter value = 0). Next, in step 1506 and step 1508, the condition determination means 1171 turns on the special game transition permission flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage). The hit flag in the means 1192a) is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (special game control process in step 1600). It should be noted that, even in the case of No in step 1502 and step 1504, the process proceeds to the next process (special game control process in step 1600).

  Next, FIG. 25 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 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, 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 1173 turns off the special game transition permission flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and turns on the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1608, the information transmission control means 1300 sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start the special game in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side. , Step 1612 is entered. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1610, the special game execution means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 1610, the process proceeds to step 1612. In the case of No in step 1610, the special game execution means 1173 determines that the special game permission is not granted, and proceeds to the next process (award ball payout process in step 1700).

  Next, in step 1612, the special game executing means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and whether or not the round continuation flag is on, in other words, whether or not the round is in the middle. Determine. If Yes in step 1612, that is, if the round is in the middle, the process proceeds to step 1624 without performing the processes of steps 1614 to 1622 described in detail below. In step 1624, the information transmission control unit 1300 sends a command (game state command) representing various information (number of rounds and number of winning prizes to the big prize opening) related to the special game (running each round) The command transmission buffer 1301 for transmission to the control unit side is set, and the process proceeds to step 1626.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1612, that is, immediately before the start of the round, first, in step 1614, the special game execution unit 1173 sets the release pattern (for example, release) set in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194. Set the opening pattern to continue and the pattern to open and close. Next, in step 1616, the special game executing means 1173 clears the winning ball counter in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 to zero. Next, in step 1618, the special game executing means 1173 adds 1 to the round number counter in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Note that the number of rounds stored in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 is 0 immediately after the start of the special game (initial value), and is incremented by 1 each time a round is repeated thereafter. Next, in step 1620, the special game executing means 1173 turns on the round continuation flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. In step 1622, the special game executing means 1173 drives the first electric combination 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 or the second electric combination 2222 of the second big prize opening 2220 to drive the first big prize opening 2120. Alternatively, the second grand prize opening 2220 is opened, a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) is set (starts timing) in the special game timer 1174a (particularly, the opening time timer), and the process proceeds to step 1626.

  Next, in step 1626, the special game executing means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not a predetermined ball (for example, 10 balls) has been won in the round. If Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1630. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1626, in step 1628, the special game executing means 1173 refers to the special game timer 1174a (especially the open time timer) to determine whether or not a predetermined time for opening the big prize opening has elapsed. judge. Also in the case of Yes in step 1628, the process proceeds to step 1630, and in the case of No in step 1628, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process in step 1700).

  Next, in step 1630, the special game executing means 1173 stops driving the first electric combination 2122 of the first big prize opening 2120 or the second electric combination 2222 of the second big prize opening 2220, and the first big The winning opening 2120 or the second major winning opening 2220 is closed. In step 1632, the special game executing means 1173 resets a special game timer 1174a (particularly, an opening time timer). Next, in step 1634, the special game executing means 1173 turns off the round continuation flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 1636, the special game executing means 1173 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and the round is the final round (for example, the 15th round in the case of the probability fluctuation big hit and the time shortening fluctuation big hit, It is determined whether or not it is the second round in the case of sudden probability fluctuation big hit. In the case of Yes in step 1636, in step 1638, the special game execution means 1173 turns off the special game execution flag in the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, at step 1640, the information transmission control means 1300 sets information (special game end display instruction command) to end the special game in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub main control unit 2320 side. To do. In step 9000, the game control unit 1100 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (a prize ball payout process in step 1700). Even in the case of No in step 1636, the process proceeds to the next process (prize ball payout process in step 1700).

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the special game according to the subroutine of Step 9000 in FIG. First, in step 9002, the specific game control unit 1180 refers to the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b and the second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b, and confirms the stop symbol at the start of the special game. Next, in step 9012, based on the confirmation result, the specific game control means 1180 determines whether the stop symbol at the start of the special game is a probable big hit symbol (in this example, “3A, 3B, 7A, 7B”). Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 9012, in step 9014, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the main game probability change flag in the game state temporary storage means 1190. Next, in step 9021, the specific game control means 1180 determines that the value of the time-count counter 1181a is a predetermined number of times (in this example, 65535, and that the time-reduced gaming state is substantially continued until the next big hit. Set the number of times Next, in step 9024, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the main game short time flag in the game state temporary storage means 1190. Next, at step 9026, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the auxiliary game short time flag of the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a, and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. If NO in step 9012, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 27 to 32, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit 2320 side will be described. First, FIG. 27 is a main flowchart on the sub-control board 2000 side (particularly on the sub-main control unit 2320 side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 9A is an initial process on the sub-board side that is executed after resetting, such as when the game machine is powered on. That is, when the power to the gaming machine is turned on, the process proceeds to a loop process that repeatedly executes step 5000, which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit 2320. Here, when Step 5000 is executed, as shown in the process of FIG. 5B, first, in Step 5600, the effect display control means 2320 executes a hold information management process described later. Next, in step 5700, the effect display control means 2320 executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 5800, the effect display control means 2320 executes a decorative symbol display control process to be described later. Next, in step 6000, the effect display control means 2320 executes a special game display control process to be described later. Next, in step 6200, the effect display control means 2320 executes an error notification control process described later. Next, in step 7000, the effect display control unit 2320 displays the display command transmission control process {although details are omitted, for example, from the information transmission / reception control unit 2400 on the sub main control unit 2320 side to the sub information on the sub sub control unit 2310 side. This corresponds to processing for transmitting a command related to display processing to the transmission / reception control means 2450 (an example of command setting processing will be described later). Based on the received command, the image display control means 2313 on the side of the sub-sub control unit 2310 is configured to execute the image display processing}, and the repetition processing routine is terminated.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit adopts a form in which the sub-main routine (S5000 to S7000) is loop-processed after reset. Also, the process of FIG. 7C is an interrupt process of the sub main control unit 2320, and the signal from the STB signal line of the main control board 1000 described above is one terminal (in this example) of the CPU of the sub main control unit 2320. , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (step 4700). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub main control unit 2320 (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 4800, the sub main control unit 2320 displays the command input port (from the main controller 1000 side). Check the data signal line input port). In step 4900, based on the confirmation result, the sub-main control unit 2320 is transmitted from the main control device 1000 side to the RAM on the sub-main control unit 2320 side (main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a in this example). The command is temporarily stored, and the process that was being executed immediately before this interrupt process is restored.

  Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 5600 in FIG. First, in step 5602, the on-hold information display control unit 2323 refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a, and receives a new on-hold occurrence command (first main game symbol or second main game symbol) from the main controller 1000 side. It is determined whether or not the hold information relating to (1) has been received. In the case of Yes in step 5602, in step 5604, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 has a drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323a (in this example, a maximum of four for the first main game, Add “1” to the maximum number of second main games. Next, in step 5606, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 draws hold information (particularly, a random value related to the main game symbol lottery) based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main controller 1000 side. The information is temporarily stored in the hold information temporary storage unit 2323a, and the process proceeds to Step 5620.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 5602, in step 5610, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and has received the symbol variation display start instruction command from the main controller 1000 side? Determine whether or not. If YES in step 5610, in step 5612, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323a. Next, in step 5614, the drawing hold information display control unit 2323 deletes the holding information related to the symbol variation from the drawing holding information temporary storage unit 2323a and shifts the remaining holding information. Next, in step 5616, the effect display control means 2320 accesses the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c, turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 5620.

  Next, in step 5620, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 makes full use of the effect display means 2310 on the effect display device 2140 (in particular, the first hold display portion 2312a and the second hold display portion 2312b). The same number of hold display lamps as the drawing hold counter value in the figure hold information temporary storage means 2323a are turned on and the process proceeds to the next process (decorative symbol display content determination process in step 5700). If No in step 5610, the process moves to step 5620.

  Next, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 5700 in FIG. First, in step 5702, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c and determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 5702, in step 5704, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Next, in step 5706, the figure display content determination unit 2322a determines the symbol information temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a (stop symbol / variation mode related to the main game symbol) and the figure variation content determination. With reference to the lottery table 2322a-1, the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol are determined and temporarily stored in the equipment display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Here, as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol, if the stop symbol related to the main game symbol is a big hit symbol, it will be a symbol with three numbers (Zoro eyes), and in the case of a loss or small hit, It can be exemplified that the design does not have three numbers. Moreover, as a variation aspect of a decoration symbol, determining reach variation aspects, such as a non-reach, a normal reach, and a super reach, based on the variation aspect (variation time) concerning a main game symbol can be illustrated.

  Next, in step 5708, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a turns on the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c, and proceeds to the next processing (decorated symbol display control processing in step 5800). To do. Even in the case of No in step 5702, the process proceeds to the next process (decorative symbol display control process in step 5800).

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 5800 in FIG. First, in step 5802, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c is on. In the case of Yes in step 5802, in step 5804, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c. Next, in step 5806, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 turns on the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Next, in step 5809, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 starts the drawing variation time management timer 2322d, and proceeds to step 5810. In the case of No in step 5802, the process proceeds to step 5810.

  Next, in step 5810, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 determines whether or not the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c is on. In the case of Yes in step 5810, in step 5812, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 changes the decorative symbol based on the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the drawing change time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c. It is determined whether or not the start timing has been reached. If Yes in step 5812, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets a decorative symbol change display command in step 5814, and the process proceeds to step 5830. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 5812, in step 5816, the decoration symbol display control means 2322 is based on the variation pattern temporarily stored in the drawing variation time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c. It is determined whether or not the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing or final display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 5816, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (temporary stop display command or fixed display command) in step 5818, and proceeds to step 5830. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 5816, in step 5820, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 displays the preview image based on the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the drawing change time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c. Whether or not the display timing of the reach image has been reached. If Yes in step 5820, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets an image display command related to the notice image or reach image in step 5822, and the process proceeds to step 5830. In the case of No in step 5820, the process proceeds to step 5830.

  Next, in step 5830, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, referring to the main side information temporary storage unit 2321a, the main control device 1000 side starts the main game. 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 5830, in Step 5832, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer 2322d. Next, in step 5834, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 turns off the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c, and proceeds to the next processing (special game display control processing in step 6000). To do. In addition, also when it is No at step 5810 or step 5830, it transfers to the following process (the display control process during special game of step 6000).

  Next, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the display control process during special game according to the subroutine of step 6000 in FIG. First, in step 6002, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324 and determines whether or not the special game flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6002, in step 6004, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a 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 6004, in step 6006 and step 6008, the effect display control means 2320 turns on the special game flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324 and also makes a big hit on the effect display device 2140. Start display is performed (display is performed appropriately based on the type of jackpot), and the process proceeds to step 6012. In the case of No in step 6002, the process proceeds to step 6012.

  Next, in step 6012, the effect display control means 2320 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winnings on the effect display device 2140 based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main side (type of game play or jackpot Etc. based on the above etc.) Next, in step 6014, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 6014, in step 6016, the effect display control means 2320 performs jackpot end display on the effect display device 2140 (appropriate display is performed based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 6018, the effect display control means 2320 turns off the special gaming flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324, and proceeds to the next process (error notification control process in step 6200). It should be noted that if the determination is No in step 6004 or step 6014, the process proceeds to the next process (error notification control process in step 6200).

  Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of error notification control processing according to the subroutine of step 6200 in FIG. First, in step 6202, the error notification control unit 2325 refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a and determines whether or not an error notification start control command has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in step 6202, in step 6204, the error notification control means 2325 continues to execute error notification on the effect display device 2140 that an illegal winning has occurred at the start port. Next, in step 6206, the error notification control unit 2325 refers to the main-side information temporary storage unit 2321a, and determines whether or not an error notification end control command has been received from the main controller 1000 side. In the case of Yes in Step 6206, in Step 6208, the error notification control means 2325 cancels (deletes) the error notification that is continuously executed on the effect display device 2140, and performs the next process (display command transmission in Step 7000). Control processing). If NO in step 6202 or step 6206, the process proceeds to the next process (display command transmission control process in step 7000).

  With the configuration as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, the game ball that has flowed into the common entrance 2610 is one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110. In a situation where game balls are distributed alternately to either of them, an illegal winning at the starting port occurs when winning continuously for only one starting port for a predetermined number of times or more. This can be notified to the outside. Therefore, the profit rate that can be given to the player due to entering the first main game start port 2210 and the profit rate that can be given to the player due to entering the second main game start port 2110 Even if it is configured to be different, the profit rate exceeding the design value is derived by {going to the second main game start port 2110 (concentrated (continuously) generated) by goto action} It is possible to effectively prevent such a situation.

  As described above, after the game balls flowing into the common entrance 2610 distribute a predetermined number (for example, 2) of game balls toward the first main game start port 2210, the second main game The present invention can be similarly applied to a case where the operation of distributing a predetermined number (for example, two) of game balls toward the start port 2110 is repeated. In this case, a specific number of times (for example, the predetermined number or more) In the case of winning continuously for five times, it may be configured that it is determined that an illegal winning at the starting port has occurred.

  In the present embodiment, the main controller 1000 is configured to detect whether or not an illegal winning at the starting port has occurred. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and in particular, on the sub main controller 2320 side. Further, it may be configured to detect whether or not an illegal winning at the start opening has occurred. In that case, it is only necessary to configure the sub-main control unit 2320 to execute the illegal winning determination process related to the subroutine of Step 1330 and the illegal winning error notification control process related to the subroutine of Step 1380.

(Modification 1)
In addition, it is assumed that the goto action for generating the illegal winning at the start opening is executed in combination with power-off / power-off recovery. That is, in the case where it is determined that an illegal winning at the starting port has occurred when only one starting port is continuously won over a predetermined number of times, until the predetermined number of times is reached. This is combined with a technique of resetting the number of consecutive winnings by once causing the power interruption / recovery to be performed. Therefore, an example of the configuration as a countermeasure against such a method is a modified example (modified example 1) from the present embodiment, and only the modified points from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  Next, FIG. 33 is a main flowchart showing a flow of general processing performed by main controller 1000 in Modification 1 from the present embodiment. First, the changes from the present embodiment are about Step 3013-1 (Modification 1), Step 3013-2 (Modification 1), and Step 3602 (Modification 1). In addition to backing up information related to the number of consecutive winnings for only the start opening, the backed up information is restored when the power is restored. That is, when the power of the gaming machine is turned off (in this example, when an NMI interrupt occurs), in step 3602 (variant 1), the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 has the same starting port consecutive prize counter in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502. The value and the previous prize type are saved in the backup RAM area. In addition, after turning on the power of the gaming machine, in Step 3013-1 (Variant 1), the unauthorized prize monitoring control means 1500 restores the same starting port consecutive winning counter value and the previous winning type saved in the backup RAM area. Then, the same start opening consecutive winning counter value in the winning related information temporary storage means 1502 and the previous winning type are set. Next, in Step 3013-2 (Variation 1), the unauthorized prize monitoring control means 1500 turns on the error information restoration flag in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502. In the above processing, if the same starting port consecutive winning counter value and the previous winning type in the winning related information temporary storage unit 1502 are configured to be directly backed up, these are stored in the backup RAM area. It is supplemented that the process for saving and the process for restoring from the RAM area for backup are not necessary.

  Next, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process according to the subroutine of Step 1330 of FIG. 17 in Modification 1 from the present embodiment. First, the change from this embodiment is about Step 1360 (Modification 1) to Step 1366 (Modification 1), and the purpose thereof is the number of consecutive winnings for only one start port restored at the time of power-off recovery. And clearing the information after holding the information for a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds). Here, the purpose of such processing is that the number of consecutive winnings is continued over the predetermined period, assuming that a go-to action can be performed in combination with power-off / power-off recovery as described above. To maintain a situation in which error notification is likely to occur (got action can be delayed), but in the case where no goto action is performed, to quickly cancel the situation in which error notification is likely to occur is there. That is, in Step 1360 (Variation 1), the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines whether or not the error information restoration flag in the winning related information temporary storage means 1502 is on. In the case of Yes in Step 1360 (Modification 1), in Step 1362 (Modification 1), the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines whether or not a predetermined period (for example, 30 seconds) has elapsed since the power-off of the gaming machine. To do. In the case of Yes in Step 1362 (Variable 1), in step 1364 (Variable 1), the illegal winning determination means 1501 clears the same starting port consecutive winning counter value Cnt in the winning-related information temporary storage means 1502. Next, in Step 1366 (Variation 1), the illegal prize determination means 1501 turns off the error information restoration flag in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502, and proceeds to Step 1332. Note that if the answer is No in Step 1360 (Modification 1) or Step 1362 (Modification 1), the process proceeds to Step 1332.

  With the configuration described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the present embodiment, the game balls that have flowed into the common entrance 2610 are the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game. The game balls are configured to be alternately distributed to any one of the start ports 2110. If a winning is continuously made over a predetermined number of times for only one of the start ports, an illegal winning to the start port is made. When the power is shut down, the information related to the number of consecutive winnings for only one start port is backed up, and when the power is restored, the backup is performed. Therefore, even if a go-to action for generating an illegal prize at the start port is executed in combination with power-off / power-off recovery, But they can (can delay the Goto act) that an error notification according to number of winning to keep the likely situation occurs.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the modified example 1 from the present embodiment, information related to the number of consecutive winnings for only one start port restored at the time of power-off recovery is stored for a predetermined period (in this example, 30 seconds). ) Is maintained and then cleared, so that a situation in which an error notification related to the number of consecutive winnings is likely to occur continuously is maintained over the predetermined period (got action can be delayed). On the other hand, when the goto action is not performed, it is possible to quickly cancel the situation in which the error notification is likely to occur. In addition, if it is configured to mainly monitor the goto action, it is preferable to configure so as not to clear the information related to the number of consecutive winnings for only one start port, which is restored at the time of power-off recovery. is there.

(Second embodiment)
In the present embodiment, it is determined that an illegal winning at the starting port has occurred when only one starting port is “winned continuously over a predetermined number of times”. However, the determination condition is not limited to this. Therefore, as the determination condition, an example in which the determination condition is configured under a condition different from “when continuously winning for a predetermined number of times or more” is referred to as a second embodiment, and the following changes from the present embodiment Only detailed.

  Next, FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process according to the subroutine of Step 1330 of FIG. 17 in the second embodiment. First, the changes from the present embodiment are about Step 1334 (second) to Step 1354 (second) and Step 1358 (second), the purpose of which is the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game. It is to determine whether or not an illegal winning at the start port has occurred based on an interval from when a game ball enters one of the game start ports 2110 to when it again enters the game start port 2110. That is, under the situation where the current winning is a winning at the first main game starting port 2210, in step 1334 (second), the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines the first winning interval in the winning related information temporary storage means 1502. It is determined whether or not the clock timer value exceeds zero. In the case of Yes in step 1334 (second), the illegal prize determination means 1501 turns on the first prize interval abnormality detection flag in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502 in step 1336 (second). Next, in step 1338 (second), the illegal prize determination unit 1501 sets a predetermined value T (first main game start port 2210 → second main game start timer 2210) to the first prize interval timing timer value in the prize-related information temporary storage unit 1502. When the game start port 2110 → the first main game start port 2210 is continuously and alternately won, a setting value that is the shortest interval on the mechanism of the distribution start unit 2600 is set to start countdown, and step 1354 ( Move to 2). On the other hand, in a situation where the current winning is a winning to the second main game starting port 2110, in step 1344 (second), the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines the second winning interval in the winning related information temporary storage means 1502. It is determined whether or not the clock timer value exceeds zero. In the case of Yes in step 1344 (second), the illegal prize determination means 1501 turns on the second prize interval abnormality detection flag in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502 in step 1346 (second). Next, in step 1348 (second), the illegal prize determination unit 1501 sets a predetermined value T (second main game start port 2110 → first main game timer value) to the second prize interval timing timer value in the prize-related information temporary storage unit 1502. When the game start port 2210 → second main game start port 2110 are alternately and continuously awarded, a setting value that is the shortest interval on the mechanism of the distribution start port unit 2600) is set to start countdown, and step 1354 ( Move to 2). Next, in step 1354 (second), the illegal prize determination means 1501 determines whether or not the first prize interval abnormality detection flag (or second prize interval abnormality detection flag) in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502 is on. Determine whether. If YES in step 1354 (second), in step 1356 and step 1358 (second), the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines that an illegal winning in the starting port has occurred, and the winning-related information The same starting port continuous winning error notification permission flag in the temporary storage unit 1502 is turned on, and the first winning interval abnormality detection flag (or second winning interval abnormality detection flag) that is on is turned off.

  With the configuration as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the game balls that have flowed into the common entrance 2610 are connected to the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110. In a situation where game balls are configured to be alternately distributed to either one, after a game ball enters one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110, When the interval until the ball is re-entered is shorter than the design value that is the shortest interval on the mechanism of the sorting start port unit 2600, the outside is informed that an illegal winning at the start port has occurred. Will be able to. Therefore, the profit rate that can be given to the player due to entering the first main game start port 2210 and the profit rate that can be given to the player due to entering the second main game start port 2110 Even if it is configured to be different, the profit rate exceeding the design value is derived by {going to the second main game start port 2110 (concentrated (continuously) generated) by goto action} It is possible to effectively prevent such a situation.

  As described above, after the game balls flowing into the common entrance 2610 distribute a predetermined number (for example, 2) of game balls toward the first main game start port 2210, the second main game The present invention can be similarly applied to a case where the operation of distributing a predetermined number (for example, two) of game balls toward the start port 2110 is repeated. In this case, the predetermined value T described above is appropriately extended. What is necessary is just to comprise. Also in the second embodiment, similarly to the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit 2320 may be configured to detect whether or not an illegal winning at the start port has occurred.

(Modification 1 of the second embodiment)
It is to be noted that the goto action for generating an illegal winning at the start opening is to directly enter the game ball into the first main game start opening 2210 or the second main game start opening 2110 (or a metal ball is attached to the tip). A method in which an illegal winning is generated without inserting a game ball into the common entrance 2610 is assumed. . Therefore, an example of the configuration as a countermeasure against such a method is a modified example (modified example 1) from the second embodiment, and only the modified points from the second embodiment will be described in detail below.

  Next, FIG. 36 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. 14 in the first modification from the second embodiment. First, the changes from the second embodiment are about step 1301-1 (second modification 1) and step 1301-2 (second modification 1), and the purpose is a game that has flowed into the common entrance 2610. The number of balls is added as the number of game balls that are considered to be present in the sorting start unit 2600. That is, in step 1301-1 (second variation 1), the illegal winning monitoring control means 1500 determines whether or not a game ball has entered the common entrance 2610. Here, when making the determination, a sensor (similar to a sensor used for other entrances) is provided in the common entrance 2610, and the judgment is made based on signals from the sensors. Good. In the case of Yes in step 1301-1 (second variation 1), in step 1301-2 (second variation 1), the illegal winning monitoring control means 1500 has an effective number-of-pitches counter value in the winning-related information temporary storage means 1502. 1 is added (incremented), and the process proceeds to Step 1302. If step 1301-1 (second variation 1) is No, the process proceeds to step 1302.

  Next, FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process according to the subroutine of Step 1330 of FIG. 36 in Modification 1 from the second embodiment. First, the changes from the second embodiment are about step 1331 (second modification 1), step 1335 (second modification 1) and step 1345 (second modification 1), and the purpose thereof is the first main game. The number of game balls that have entered the start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 is subtracted from the number of game balls that are considered to be present in the distribution start port unit 2600, and illegal winning is based on the number of game balls. It is to determine whether or not the determination condition is satisfied. That is, in the case where a ball is entered in either the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110, in step 1331 (second variation 1), the illegal winning determination unit 1501 stores the winning related information temporary storage unit. The effective number-of-balls counter value in 1502 is decremented (decremented) by 1 and the process proceeds to step 1332. In addition, in the second embodiment, in the case of satisfying one determination condition of illegal winning, in step 1335 (second variation 1), the illegal winning determination means 1501 displays an effective number-of-pitch counter in the winning-related information temporary storage means 1502. It is determined whether or not the value is less than a predetermined value (zero in this example). In the case of Yes in step 1335 (second modification 1), it is assumed that the determination condition for the illegal winning is satisfied. Similarly, in step 1345 (second variation 1), the illegal winning determination unit 1501 has an effective number-of-balls counter value in the winning-related information temporary storage unit 1502 that is less than a predetermined value (in this example, zero). It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1345 (second variation 1), it is assumed that the condition for determining illegal winning is satisfied.

  By configuring as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the second embodiment, the game balls that have flowed into the common entrance 2610 are the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port. The game balls are configured to be alternately distributed to one of the game start ports 2110, and after the game ball enters one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110, If the interval until the player enters the ball again is shorter than the design value that is the shortest interval on the mechanism of the sorting start port unit 2600, it is determined that an illegal winning at the start port has occurred. The number of game balls that have flowed into the common entrance 2610 and the number of game balls that have entered the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110 And based on As a result, it becomes possible to determine whether the illegal prize is generated by entering the common entrance 2610 or not entering the common entrance 2610. The determination accuracy can be further increased.

  As described above, the game balls that have flowed into the common entrance 2610 cause the game balls in the sorting start unit 2600 to enter the first main game start 2210 and the second main game start 2110. Such that the probability that the event will occur is very low (for example, less than 1/10000). You may design based on the situation. In that case, a sensor (similar to a sensor used for other entrances) is provided at the exit 2620, and when a game ball is detected by the sensor, a prize-related information temporary storage unit 1502 is provided. The decrement of the effective number-of-entries counter value can be given.

  In the case where the common entrance 2610 is provided with a sensor (a sensor similar to a sensor used for other entrances), in step 1338 (second) and step 1348 (second) in the second embodiment. Predetermined value T to be set (time value set as an interval from when a game ball enters one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 until it reenters the one) It is also possible to configure so as to correct the above. Here, the tilting operation of the distribution member 2630 in the left-right direction is assumed to be slow when dirt or the like adheres to the support shaft 2631. As a result, the interval is longer than the design value. (As a result, there is a possibility that an illegal prize will be regarded as an illegal prize), and therefore it is necessary to correct the predetermined value T. Specifically, after a certain game ball enters the common entrance 2610, the certain game ball enters either the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110. When the measured period is longer than the design value, it is considered that the tilting operation of the sorting member 2630 in the left-right direction has become slow. The difference between the periods (more precisely, in the case where the first main game start opening 2210 and the second main game start opening 2110 are configured to win alternately), the difference becomes a predetermined value T. By configuring so as to correct by adding, this object can be achieved. In the case of such a configuration, a game ball continuously enters the common entrance 2610, so that “a certain game ball enters the common entrance 2610 and then the certain game ball It is necessary to take care of the situation where the measurement result of “the period until the ball enters one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110” becomes inaccurate. It is supplemented that it can be solved by applying mutatis mutandis.

(Third embodiment)
In addition, it is also possible to comprise on the conditions further different from this embodiment and 2nd embodiment as determination conditions which determine with the illegal winning in a starting opening having generate | occur | produced. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a third embodiment, and only the changes from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  Next, FIG. 38 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process according to the subroutine of Step 1330 of FIG. 17 in the third embodiment. First, the changes from the present embodiment are about Step 1334 (third) and Step 1344 (third), and the purpose is to tilt the sorting member 2630 in the left-right direction and the first main game start port. It is to determine whether or not the result of entering the ball 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 is consistent. That is, in the case of entering the first main game starting port 2210, in step 1334 (third), the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines whether or not the distribution member 2630 is not in the “first position”. judge. If Yes in step 1334 (third), it is considered that an illegal winning has occurred, whereas if No in step 1334 (third), it is considered that no illegal winning has occurred. You will be jealous. Similarly, in the case of entering the second main game start opening 2110, in step 1344 (third), the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines whether the distribution member 2630 is positioned at the “second position”. Determine whether or not. If Yes in step 1344 (third), it is considered that an illegal winning has occurred, whereas if No in step 1344 (third), it is considered that no illegal winning has occurred. You will be jealous.

  When detecting the position of the distribution member 2630, for example, the rotation angle of the support shaft 2631 may be measured, or the tilt angle of the distribution member 2630 is detected (as in this example, If it is a member of three legs centering on the support shaft 2631, the position of the legs may be detected). In step 1334 (third), whether or not the distribution member 2630 has entered the ball within a predetermined period after being displaced to the “first position” is set as a determination condition {similarly, in step 1344. In (third), it may be configured such that whether or not the distribution member 2630 is not in a predetermined period after the displacement member 2630 is displaced to the “second position” is used as a determination condition}.

  With the configuration as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment, the game balls that have flowed into the common entrance 2610 are connected to the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110. In a situation where game balls are configured to be alternately distributed to either one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110, when the game ball enters the ball, If the tilting movement of the minute member 2630 in the left-right direction and the result of entering the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110 are not consistent, It is possible to notify the outside that a winning has occurred. Therefore, the profit rate that can be given to the player due to entering the first main game start port 2210 and the profit rate that can be given to the player due to entering the second main game start port 2110 Even if it is configured to be different, the profit rate exceeding the design value is derived by {going to the second main game start port 2110 (concentrated (continuously) generated) by goto action} It is possible to effectively prevent such a situation.

  As described above, after the game balls flowing into the common entrance 2610 distribute a predetermined number (for example, 2) of game balls toward the first main game start port 2210, the second main game The present invention can be applied in the same manner even when it is configured to repeat the operation of distributing a predetermined number (for example, two) of game balls toward the start port 2110 (it can be applied as it is). In the third embodiment, as in the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit 2320 may be configured to detect whether or not an illegal winning at the start port has occurred. It is preferable that a sensor for detecting the position of the member 2630 is configured to be input to the sub main control unit 2320 side.

(Modification 1 of the third embodiment)
In addition, when comprised like 3rd embodiment, one of the 1st main game start port 2210 and the 2nd main game start port 2110 is because a game ball continuously enters the common entrance port 2610. When the game ball enters the ball, the tilting operation of the sorting member 2630 in the left-right direction matches the result of entering the ball into one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110. It is necessary to care for the situation that does not happen. Therefore, an example of a configuration for solving such a problem is a modified example (modified example 1) from the third embodiment, and only the modified points from the third embodiment will be described in detail below.

  Next, FIG. 39 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of Step 1300 in FIG. 14 in Modification 1 from the third embodiment. First, the changes from the third embodiment are for step 1301-1 (third modification 1) and step 1301-2 (third modification 1), and the purpose is to tilt the displacement member 2630 (displacement). ) Is measured, and when the tilting operation (displacement) of the sorting member 2630 is newly performed during the measurement, the elapsed time is reset. . That is, in step 1301-1 (third variation 1), the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 determines whether or not the distribution member 2630 has newly performed a tilting operation (displacement). In the case of Yes in step 1301-1 (third variation 1), in step 1301-2 (third variation 1), the illegal prize monitoring control means 1500 is set to the continuous prize-keeping timer in the prize-related information temporary storage means 1502. Set the value T (design value that is the shortest time until the first ball detection device 2211 or the second ball detection device 2111 detects after the game ball is distributed by the distribution member 2630) and starts the countdown Then, the process proceeds to step 1302. If step 1301-1 (third modification 1) is No, the process proceeds to step 1302.

  Next, FIG. 40 is a flowchart of the illegal winning determination process according to the subroutine of Step 1330 in FIG. 39 in Modification 1 from the third embodiment. First, the change from the third embodiment is about step 1331 (third variation 1), and the purpose is that the elapsed time after the tilting operation (displacement) of the sorting member 2630 is performed is a predetermined value. If it is equal to or greater than T, as in the third embodiment, the sorting member 2630 tilts in the left-right direction and moves to either the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110. While the determination process of whether or not the result of entering the ball is consistent is executed, when the elapsed time is less than the predetermined value T, the determination process is not executed. That is, in step 1331 (third variation 1), the illegal winning determination means 1501 determines whether or not the continuous winning clock timer in the winning related information temporary storage means 1502 has expired, in other words, the game by the distribution member 2630. After the balls are distributed, it is determined whether or not a design value that is the shortest time until detection by the first incoming detection device 2211 or the second incoming detection device 2111 has elapsed. In the case of Yes in step 1331 (third modification 1), the same processing as that of the third embodiment is executed, whereas in the case of No in step 1331 (third modification 1), the processing is executed. Return to the caller of this subroutine.

  With the configuration described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the third embodiment, the game balls that have flowed into the common entrance 2610 are the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2210. The game balls are configured to be alternately distributed to one of the game start ports 2110, and when the game ball enters one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110. If the tilting motion of the sorting member 2630 in the left-right direction is not consistent with the result of entering the first main game start port 2210 or the second main game start port 2110, the start port The time elapsed after the tilting operation (displacement) of the sorting member 2630 is performed in a situation in which it is possible to notify the outside that an illegal prize has been won. Game ball by member 2630 If it is equal to or more than the design value that is the shortest time until it is detected by the first ball detection device 2211 or the second ball detection device 2111 after the distribution, the distribution member 2630 in the horizontal direction While the tilting operation and the result of entering the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 are matched, a process for determining whether or not the elapsed time is a predetermined value T If it is less, the game is configured not to execute the determination process. Therefore, when the game balls continuously enter the common entrance 2610, the game balls continue immediately above the sorting member 2630. If there is a game ball, the determination process can be executed for the last game ball. As a result, a game ball is placed in one of the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110. Swing at the time of entering the ball So that the it is possible to further improve the integrity of the determination accuracy of the ball entrance results to either one of the left and right tilting motion in the direction a first main game start hole 2210 and the second main game start hole 2110 of the member 2630.

(Supplementary explanation)
In addition, it is also possible to combine and implement each structure shown by the above embodiment and the modified example, and even if it is what kind of combination, it is in the range of a design matter suitably. For example, the concept of “back up information related to unauthorized winnings when power is turned off and restore the backed up information when power is turned off” shown in the first modification from the present embodiment is It is easy to apply to the embodiment and the modified example to maintain a situation in which error notification is likely to occur. In addition, for example, as shown in Modification 1 from the second embodiment, “whether the illegal prize was generated by entering the common entrance 2610 or not entering the common entrance 2610 occurred. It is easy to apply the concept of “separate what is a thing” to other embodiments and modified examples so as to further increase the determination accuracy related to the illegal winning. Furthermore, as shown in the first modification from the third embodiment, “when game balls are continuously present immediately above the sorting member 2630, the illegal winning determination process is executed for the last game ball. It is easy to apply the concept of “do” to other embodiments and modified examples so as to further increase the determination accuracy related to the illegal winning. Further, it is also easy to configure to improve the detection performance related to the illegal winning by using the present embodiment, the second embodiment, and the third embodiment, which have different determination conditions for the illegal winning.

2600 sorting unit member, 2600B back member 2600F front cover member, 2600F0 common entrance 2600F1 guide rib L, 2600F2 guide rib R
2600F-a Distributing member support part, 2600Fb-1 to 3 outlet 2600I Distributing member, 2600I-a Metal ball 2600I-b Rolling space, 2600I-H Shaft hole 2600I-L Blade L, 2600I-M Blade M
2600I-R Feather R
1000 Main control device, 1100 Game control means 1110 Entrance determination means, 1111 First main game start entrance entrance judgment means 1112 Second main game start entrance entrance judgment means, 1113 Auxiliary game entrance entrance entrance judgment means 1120 Random number Acquisition determination execution means, 1121 First main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means, 1123 Auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1130 Hold control means, 1131 First main game symbol hold means 1131a First Main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1132 Second main game symbol hold means 1132a Second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1133 Auxiliary game symbol hold means 1133a Auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1135 Winning lottery means 1135a Special game transition determining means, 1135b winning / no-win lottery table 1135b- First main game success / failure lottery table, 1135b-3 Second main game success / failure lottery table 1140 Symbol content determination means, 1141 First main game content determination means 1141a First main game content determination lottery table, 1142 Second main game Content determination means 1142a Second main game content determination lottery table, 1143 Auxiliary game content determination means 1143a Auxiliary game content determination lottery table, 1150 Display control means 1151 First main game symbol control means, 1151a First main game symbol variation time Management means 1151a-1 First main game symbol variation management timer, 1152 Second main game symbol control means 1152a Second main game symbol variation time management means, 1152a-1 Second main game symbol variation management timer 1154 Main game symbol Hold release control means, 1153 Auxiliary game symbol control means 1153a Auxiliary game Pattern change time management means, 1153a-1 Auxiliary game symbol change management timer 1160 Electric accessory opening / closing control means, 1161 Condition determination means 1162 Open timer, 1170 Special game control means 1171 Condition determination means, 1172 Special game content determination means 1172a Special Game content reference table, 1173 Special game execution means 1174 Special game time management means, 1174a Special game timer 1180 Specific game control means, 1181 Specific game end condition determination means 1181a Time-count counter, 1190 Game state temporary storage means 1191 First main Game state temporary storage means, 1191a First flag temporary storage means 1191b First main game symbol information temporary storage means, 1192 Second main game state temporary storage means 1192a Second flag temporary storage means, 1192b Second main game symbol information temporary storage hand Step 1193 Auxiliary game state temporary storage means, 1193a Auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193b Auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means, 1194 Special game related information temporary storage means 1300 Information transmission control means, 1301 Command transmission buffer 1400 Means 1500 Unauthorized winning monitor control means 1501 Unauthorized winning determination means 1502 Prize-related information temporary storage means 2000 Game peripheral device 2210 First main game start port 2211 First ball detection device 2130 First main game symbol display device 2131 First main game symbol display unit 2132 First main game symbol hold display unit, 2110 Second main game start port 2111 Second entrance detection device, 2110 (2) 2-2 Main game start port 2111 (2) Second -2 Entry detection device, 2112 Electric accessory 2230 Second main game symbol display device, 2 231 2nd main game symbol display unit 2232 2nd main game symbol hold display unit, 2120 1st big prize opening 2121 1st winning combination detection device, 2122 1st electric winning combination 2220 2nd big winning a prize opening, 2221 2nd prize winning detection device 2222 Second electric accessory, 2410 Auxiliary game entrance 2411 Entrance detection device, 2420 Auxiliary game symbol display device 2421 Auxiliary game symbol display unit, 2422 Auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2320 Production display control means (sub main control board) 2321a Display information receiving means 2321a Main-side information temporary storage means 2322 Decoration symbol display control means 2322a Drawing display content determination means 2322a-1 Drawing variation content determination lottery table 2322c Drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322d Drawing variation time management timer 2323 Drawing hold information display control means 2323a Design hold information temporary storage means 2324 Production general information temporary storage means, 2325 Error notification control means 2400 Information transmission / reception control means 2310 Production display means (sub-sub control board), 2450 Sub-information transmission / reception control means 2313 Image display control means, 2313a Image display Related information temporary storage means 2311 Decorative symbol display area, 2312a First hold display section 2312b Second hold display section, 3000 Prize ball payout control device

Claims (1)

Game board,
In a pachinko gaming machine provided with a gaming ball sorting unit provided in an opening formed in a gaming area provided on the gaming board where a gaming ball falls and moves ,
The game ball distribution unit
A common entrance, which is an entrance where game balls can enter,
A first entrance that is provided downstream of the common entrance, and a entrance that allows game balls to enter;
A second entrance that is provided downstream of the common entrance, and a entrance that allows game balls to enter;
A member that changes the flow direction of the game balls that have entered the common ball entrance toward either the first start port or the second start port, and the flow direction is changed between the first start port and the second start port. And a sorting member configured to alternately change toward
A first guiding path provided so that the game ball whose flow direction has been changed toward the first starting port by the sorting member is guided to the first starting port, and the game ball flowing toward the second starting port by the sorting member A second guiding path provided so that the game ball whose direction has been changed is guided to the second starting port, and the guided gaming ball is placed in the first guiding path and the second guiding path. A flow path is provided that can be released to the game area without entering any of the start opening and the second start opening, and an opening is provided in a state where the flow path is always open from the flow path to the game area.
The flow path is composed of a flow path upper wall and a flow path lower wall, and the flow path upper wall and the flow path lower wall are both inclined downward, and the flow path upper wall is directed to the game area from the flow path lower wall. A pachinko machine characterized by being extended towards

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