JP5863079B1 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Abstract

[PROBLEMS] To provide a pachinko gaming machine that adopts the concept of creating a game progressing state that is advantageous for a player, and that realizes further novel gaming characteristics. When transmitting the duration of a gaming state when a big hit game is not executed from the main board side to the sub board side, if the duration is within the upper limit of transmission of one command, it is transmitted as one command. On the other hand, a pachinko gaming machine configured to divide and transmit a plurality of commands if the duration does not fall within the transmission limit of one command. [Selection] Figure 17

Description

  It relates to pachinko machines.

  As a recent pachinko game machine, a big hit lottery with a predetermined probability is made when a game ball enters the starting opening on the game board surface (game area), and if the big hit lottery is won, The mainstream is pachinko gaming machines that transition to the state and can open a large winning opening provided on the game board surface to obtain a large number of prize balls. Among the pachinko gaming machines configured in this manner, there is a probability-changing gaming state that increases the winning probability in the jackpot lottery and a time-reducing gaming state that increases the efficiency of symbol variation for notifying the lottery result in the jackpot lottery There is also a gaming machine that enhances the interest of the game by creating a game progress state that is advantageous to the player by these game states. Then, an effect output device for enhancing the effect of sound and light (including video) is further provided, and an appropriate effect display is performed in accordance with the progress of the game, so that the progress of the game to the player There are many things that are configured to convey the results of games and games in an easy-to-understand manner and further enhance the fun of the games.

JP 2009-022539 A JP 2006-167262 A JP 2010-187832 A JP 2007-267995 A JP 2010-268924 A JP 2012-249897 A JP 2013-063304 A JP 2013-090723 A JP 2011-177367 A JP 2011-200511 A JP 2014-188203 A

  However, since there are many such gaming machines, there is a problem that it is desired to develop a model that can realize further innovative gaming properties.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
A starting opening where game balls can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A variable winning opening that can be closed and open;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
An effect display section capable of displaying the effect;
A sub-game unit for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit;
With
The main game department
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on the entrance to the starting port,
Based on the random number acquired by the random number acquisition means, the identification information display control means for controlling to stop displaying the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display section;
After the identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner, a special game execution means capable of executing a special game that can make the variable prize opening an advantageous state for the player;
As a gaming state during the non-execution of the special game, there are a first gaming state and a second gaming state. A gaming state transition control means capable of controlling the first gaming state to the second gaming state after the unit has been performed a predetermined number of times after entering the gaming state;
There are multiple types of variation states as states that depend on determining the variation display time of the identification information, and the number of stays set corresponding to each variation state, resulting in a certain variation state In this case, the period from the start of change display to the stop display of the identification information is regarded as one unit, and after the unit reaches the certain state of change, the number of stays set corresponding to the state of change is performed. , A change state transition control means capable of controlling to change from the certain change state to another change state;
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game unit side to the sub-game unit side;
With
The subsidiary game department
Game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game department side;
Effect display content control means capable of controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit based on the game information received by the game information receiving means;
With
When transmitting the game information from the main game unit side to the sub game unit side, it is configured to transmit in unit information that is a bit string with an upper limit of a predetermined number of bits,
When transmitting the information on the predetermined number of times from the main gaming unit side to the sub gaming unit side, the information on the predetermined number of times is configured to be divided into a plurality of unit information and transmitted.
The total number of stays set corresponding to each variation state is configured to be larger than the total number of combinations that can be expressed by a bit string with the predetermined number of bits as an upper limit,
When transmitting the information on the number of stays from the main game unit side to the sub game unit side, information that can identify the current fluctuation state is set as the first unit information, and information on the number of stays is set as the second unit information. The first unit information and the second unit information are transmitted as a pair of information.
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 start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A variable winning opening (for example, a first grand prize opening C10, a second big prize opening C20) capable of taking a closed state and an open state;
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) that acquires a random number based on the entrance to the starting port;
Based on the random numbers acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbols) for controlling to stop and display the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the game symbol display portion A21g and the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Control means MP11-C),
After the identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner, a special game capable of executing a special game that can make the variable winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) advantageous to the player. Execution means (for example, special game execution means MP33);
As a gaming state during the non-execution of the special game, there are a first gaming state and a second gaming state. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) that can be controlled to change from the first game state to the second game state after the unit has been played a predetermined number of times after entering the game state. When,
When the identification information variation display time is determined, the first variation state and the second variation state are included, and when the first variation state is reached, the identification information variation display start to stop display Change state transition control means (for example, specified) that can be controlled so that the first change state is changed to the second change state after the unit has been performed a specific number of times after the first change state is set. Game control means MP50),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) to the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) MT),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, the information transmission / reception control means SM40), the effect display content control means (for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)) For example, production display control means SM20),
When the game information is transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, it is transmitted as unit information that is a bit string with an upper limit of a predetermined number of bits. Configured to
When transmitting the information on the predetermined number of times from the main gaming unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub gaming unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, the information on the predetermined number of times is divided into a plurality of unit information. Are configured to send
When transmitting the information regarding the specific number of times from the main gaming unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, the information regarding the specific number of times is transmitted as one unit information. It is a pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, it is possible to realize further novel gaming characteristics in the gaming machine adopting the concept of creating a game progress state advantageous to the player.

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 an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a main flowchart on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a main game table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a main game table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a main game table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of limited frequency variation mode determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a limited frequency table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the short-time transmission control process at the probability change time on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is an example of the remaining probable change time count command content on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the limited frequency transmission control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is an example of the remaining limited frequency count command content on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of special game operation condition determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of limited frequency stay stage determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the extended number of times control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the stage determination process during ST on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a command combination image diagram on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the story mode display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is an image diagram relating to a story mode effect on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of sound / lamp adjustment 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 the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the first main game winning prefetch determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of prefetch determination processing at the time of second main game winning on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 35 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. 36 is a flowchart of button effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 37 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. 38 is a flowchart of button effect execution processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 39 is a button effect execution image diagram on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 40 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 41 is an example of the content of the remaining probability change time short command in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 42 is a command combination image diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 of the present embodiment.

Form to carry out

  First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be described. “Pitching” includes not only winning a prize ball to be paid out, but also passing to a “through chucker” without winning a prize ball. The “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.), but is preferably visual, for example, numbers, letters, designs. The thing with the shape of etc. can be mentioned. In this specification, “identification information” may be called a main game symbol / special symbol (special symbol) or a decorative symbol (design), but the “special symbol (special symbol)” is the main control board. The “decorative pattern (design)” is identification information as an effect displayed on the sub-control board side. “Displaying identification information” is not limited to a display method. For example, light emission of a light emitting means (for example, liquid crystal, LED, 7-segment) (including not only whether light is emitted but also a color difference), physical Display (for example, a symbol drawn on a reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position). “Direction” refers to display content that enhances the fun of the game. For example, identification information fluctuates / stops, notices, etc., moving images such as animation and live action, still images such as pictures, photos, characters, etc. Combinations can be mentioned. “Open state, open state” and “closed state, closed state” are, for example, in the configuration of a general big prize opening (so-called attacker), open state = easy-to-win state and closed state = non-winning state Easy state. Also, for example, a state protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter sometimes referred to as advance state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter referred to as retreat state) In a configuration (so-called velo-type attacker) that can take the following condition, the advance state = easy-to-win state and the evacuation state = non-easy-to-win state. “Random number” is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) to determine some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo-random number in addition to a random number in a narrow sense (for example, a hard- Random numbers and soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called “basic random numbers” that affect the outcome of the game, specifically, “winning random numbers (random numbers for success / failure lottery)” related to the transition of special games, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol "Variation mode determination random number" for determining, "symbol determination random number" for determining a stop symbol, "hit symbol determination random number" for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game, etc. be able to. It is not necessary to use all these random numbers when determining the contents of the variation mode, the contents of the definite identification information, etc., and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. Also, in this specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers, but one entry (for example, starting entrance) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is referred to as one (ie, in the above example, the random number bundle of winning random number + variation mode determining random number + design determining random number... Is referred to as one random number) . Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). “Game state” means, for example, a transition to a special game state rather than a non-stochastic game state in which a lottery probability for transition to a special game state or a special game state in which a special winning opening can be in an open state is a predetermined value. A probabilistic variable gaming state with a high lottery probability, an auxiliary gaming state with assistance for winning at the starting port that becomes a lottery opportunity for special games (so-called normal symbol short-time state, for example, a variable member is attached to the starting port In such a case, the variable member may be one or a combination of a plurality of combinations such as a long opening period of the variable member, a high probability of winning the opening of the variable member, and a short notification time of the result of the variable member opening lottery. “Estimated average execution time of easy-to-play games per unit time” is assumed to be a situation in which there is a constant change in the auxiliary game symbol (for example, there is always a hold related to the auxiliary game symbol). In this case, it means the ratio of the open period per unit time (for example, 5 minutes) of the variable member attached to the start port. In terms of internal processing, in other words, for example, When a variable member is attached to the start port, the length of the variable member opening period (so-called open extension function activated / non-actuated state), the normal symbol (auxiliary game symbol) that triggers the opening of the variable member is won Probability level (so-called ordinary figure high probability state / low probability state), normal symbol (auxiliary game symbol), which is the trigger for opening the variable member, the length of change time (so-called usual figure fluctuation reduction function) Operating condition-actuated state), is realized by any one or more combinations of the like. The “average value of the variation display period of identification information” is not limited to the meaning of measuring the variation display period for each variation display of identification information and taking the average value based on the actual measurement value. More specifically, when the variable display period is determined for each variable display of the identification information, and there are multiple types of variable display periods to be determined (selected), , The expected value based on the plurality of types of variable display periods (the sum of “selection probability × variable display period”). If there is one type of variable display period to be selected, one type The variable display period itself is (that is, includes both concepts). Furthermore, the concept limited to only the average value of the variable information display period of the identification information at the time of loss, the concept limited to only the average value of the variable information display period of the identification information at the time of hit, or only the variable display period with the highest selection probability In other words, it is possible to supplement the fact that the meaning of this wording is to be used as an index indicating the progress speed of the game that can be experienced by the player. As a method of realizing different "average values", the variable display period candidates and / or selection probabilities are changed, or even if the variable display period candidates and / or selection probabilities are the same, a further variable display period is added. There are various methods such as changing the period value when doing this, but it is not limited to any method). “The first variation period state in which the average value of the variable information display period of the identification information is the first period, and the second period in which the average value of the variable information display period of the identification information is different from the first period. "At least having a variable period state" means not only the two states but also three or more states (or any two states in the case of having three or more states) For example, the state transition of “first variation period state” → “second variation period state” → “third variation period state” is made according to the number of times of display of the identification information. Including those that can be taken. In this case, when the average value of the variation display period of the identification information in each state is configured as “first variation period state” <“second variation period state” <“third variation period state”, It is possible to construct a state transition of high-speed game progress state → medium-speed game progress state → low-speed game progress state {Of course, the reverse state transition (game progress state) may be constructed, In that case, it becomes suitable when used in combination with the probability variation gaming state that continues until the next jackpot + the easy-to-open-chuo state (the next jackpot is not obtained despite the situation where the next jackpot occurrence is definite) As the situation continues, the speed of progress of the game increases, so there is a case where it is possible to dispel the feeling of fatigue during so-called humming. Further, as a feature of each state, in the “first variation period state”, the difference between the average value of the variation display period of the identification information at the time of loss and the average value of the variation display period of the identification information at the time of hit is “ In the “third variation period state”, which is smaller than the difference in the “second variation period state”, the average value of the variation display period of the identification information at the time of loss and the average value of the variation display period of the identification information at the time of hit In addition to the difference being smaller than that in the “second variation period state”, the identification information variation display period is likely to be relatively long compared to the “first variation period state” (particularly in the event of a loss) In other words, in the “second variation period state”, the variation display period of the identification information at the time of hit is relatively long compared to other states. (I.e., the fluctuation display period for short fluctuations where the loss is definitive and the fluctuation display period for medium fluctuations suggesting a hit are not selected (or difficult to select), but the fluctuations in reach fluctuations (per long fluctuation) It can be exemplified that it has a feature that only the display period is selected (or is easily selected)}. The “specific period in the high-probability lottery state after the end of the execution of the special game” may be a period from immediately after the end of the execution of the special game until a predetermined number of symbol changes are made. It may be a period from the time when one or more symbol changes are made after the execution of the game until a predetermined number of symbol changes are made (that is, the high probability lottery state is maintained after the execution of the special game is completed) If it is within the range, it means that it is an arbitrary period within the range, so the aforementioned “first variation period state” → “second variation period state” → “third variation period state” The specific period may mean the stay period of the “first variation period state” and / or the “second variation period state”. “When a predetermined condition is satisfied in the information regarding the hold” means, for example, that there is a high possibility that a special game (so-called big hit game) will occur at the time of the hold-up, but there is a possibility that a special game will occur There are no particular limitations on the criteria. More specifically, “winning random number (random number for success / failure lottery)”, “variation mode determination random number” for determining the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol, “symbol determination random number” for determining the stop symbol, Random values such as “hit symbol determination random numbers” that determine whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game may be used as a criterion for judgment, and event contents derived from these random values (results of success / failure determination) The length of the variation time, the type of stop symbol, whether or not to shift to a specific game, etc.) may be used as the judgment criteria. “Suggesting or notifying the presence of a hold” means, for example, an effect at the time of the on-hold digestion until reaching the hold (a design variation mode of a decorative design, or in conjunction with it) In the case of notification, for example, a display mode of a holding indicator lamp (which may be an image on a liquid crystal display device) at the time of occurrence of the holding Is changed (in that case, the display color is changed, the display shape is changed, etc.), the sound such as the on-hold sound or BGM is changed at the time of the on-hold occurrence, and the effect lamp at the time of the on-hold occurrence Changing the lighting mode of the (frame lamp, etc.), or executing mode of other effects (decoration pattern of the decorative pattern, background effects, etc. performed in conjunction with it) executed at the time of the hold occurrence The To reduction, and the like.

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

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

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

  First, the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine includes an outer frame D12, a front frame D14, a transparent plate D16, a door D18, an upper ball dish D20, a lower ball dish D22, and a launch handle D44. First, the outer frame D12 is a frame for fixing the pachinko gaming machine to a position where it should be installed. The front frame D14 is a frame body aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame D12, and is attached to the outer frame D12 via a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The front frame D14 includes a mechanism for launching a game ball, a mechanism for detachably storing a game board, a mechanism for guiding or collecting the game ball, and the like. The transparent plate D16 is made of glass or the like and supported by the door D18. The door D18 is attached to the front frame D14 through a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The upper ball tray D20 has mechanisms for storing game balls, sending out the game balls to the launching rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball tray D22. The lower ball tray D22 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, a speaker D24 is provided between the upper ball tray D20 and the lower ball tray D22, and a sound effect corresponding to the gaming state or the like is output.

  Next, the game board has a game area D30 defined by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. In addition, the game area D30 includes a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown), various general winning ports, a first main game start port A10, a second main game start port B10, an auxiliary game start port H10, 1st grand prize opening C10, 2nd big prize opening C20, 1st main game symbol display device A20, 2nd main game symbol display device B20, production display device SG, auxiliary game symbol display device H20, center decoration D38 and out mouth D36 is installed. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

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

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

  Here, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are provided apart from each other, and the game ball flowing down the game area D30 is either the right side or the left side. It can be guided to the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10.

  In the present embodiment, the electric combination is provided on the second main game start opening B10 side. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric combination is provided on the first main game start opening A10 side. May be. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are spaced apart from each other, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port A10 and the first main game start port A10 The two main game start ports B10 may be arranged so as to overlap with each other. In that case, the upper portion of the second main game start port B10 is blocked by the presence of the first main game start port A10. May be.

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

  Here, in this embodiment, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided to the auxiliary game start port H10, and the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). The game ball that flows down is configured not to be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10.

  Next, the first grand prize opening C10 and the second big prize opening C20 are provided above the out mouth D36, and the game balls flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) Before reaching the out opening D36, it is configured to easily pass through the region where the first big winning opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20 are arranged.

  Next, the first grand prize winning opening C10 has a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped by the big hit symbol, and is an out port. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, located on the upper right side of D36. Specifically, the first grand prize opening C10 includes a first grand prize opening prize detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a first grand prize opening electric accessory C11d (and a first grand prize prize). A mouth electric accessory solenoid C13). Here, the first grand prize opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first big prize opening C10. Is generated. The first grand prize opening electric accessory C11d changes the first big prize opening C10 to the first big prize opening C10 in a normal state in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (first). 1 big prize opening electric accessory solenoid C13 is excited and varied). In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) As a mode (so-called slide type attacker) that can take a state where the opening on the passage where the game ball can roll is a big prize opening and the opening is closed or opened. Well, it is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the special winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the second grand prize opening C20 is formed in a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, located on the upper right side of the opening D36. Specifically, the second grand prize opening C20 includes a second grand prize opening prize detection device C21s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d (and a second grand prize prize). A mouth electric accessory solenoid C23). Here, the second grand prize opening prize detection device C21s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second big prize opening C20, and the second big prize opening entry information that indicates the entry at the time of entry. Is generated. The game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening C20 are configured to be detected by the second big prize opening prize detection device C21s. Next, the second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d places the second big prize opening C20 into the second grand prize opening C20 in a normal state where a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. Make it variable. In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball is variable between a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) (Bello-type attacker) or an opening on a passage where a game ball can roll is used as a big prize opening, and the opening can be closed or opened (so-called slide-type attacker). It is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

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

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

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

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

  Next, the center decoration D38 is installed around the effect display device SG, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the effect display device SG, and decoration. In addition, the game effect lamp D26 is provided in a game area D30 or an area other than the game area D30, and plays a role of effect by blinking or the like.

  Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and in particular controls overall game operations such as lottery when entering the first main game starting port A10 (second main game starting port B10) (ie, game Main control board M that performs control directly related to the profits of the player, and effect control means (sub-main control unit) that performs display control and the like related to various effects on the effect display device SG that adds interest to the game content SM, a sub-sub control unit SS that mainly performs effect display, and a game ball supplied from the prize ball tank KT in accordance with the prize winning to the prize ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR, and each prize opening, A prize ball payout device (set base) KE including a payout unit KE10 and the like, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball (reserved ball) in the upper ball tray D20 To region D30 Turning on / off the launching device D42 that launches each ball, the launch control board D40 that controls the launching operation of the launching device D42, the power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and the pachinko gaming machine A power switch Ea or the like, which is a switch, is provided on the back of the front frame D14 (on the opposite side to the game side).

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

  First, the main control board M has a winning opening sensor Ns {the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s, the auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device H11s, 1st prize winning opening prize detection device C11s, 2nd big prize winning prize winning detection apparatus C21s, general winning detection apparatus (not shown, the general winning entry is a winning entry with a winning ball but no symbol lottery. }, A drive solenoid (not shown) (the above-mentioned first big prize opening electric combination solenoid C13, second big prize opening electric combination solenoid C23, etc.), information display LED (not shown), etc. It is electrically connected to an input / output device that is indispensable to control the progress of the game based on input signals from each input device. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub-main control unit SM / sub-sub control unit SS). For example, information (commands) related to performance / game progress can be transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and the main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC via an external connection terminal. The game-related information can be output from an external device to an external device.

  In the present embodiment, as indicated by the arrows in FIG. 3, the main control board M and the winning ball payout control board KH are configured to be capable of bidirectional communication, while the main control board M and the sub main The control unit SM is configured to allow one-way communication from the main control board M to the sub-main control unit SM (the communication method may be either serial communication or parallel communication). The communication between control boards (between control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication.

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

  Next, the sub-control board S has an effect display device SG for displaying decorative symbols and the like, a speaker D24, a game effect lamp D26, a drive device for other effects (not shown), and a button effect display mode. And a sub input button SB for controlling switching of whether or not to execute a story mode effect (details will be described later) and a cross key SB-2. In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are provided in the sub-control board S, and control of the sound output from the speaker D24 by the sub-main control unit SM and game effects ( Lighting) The lighting control of the lamp D26 and the determination control of the display contents to be displayed on the effect display device are performed, and the display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device is performed by the sub-sub control unit SS. It is configured. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S. However, the present invention is not limited to this (configured as a separate board). However, it is possible to reduce the situation that space is merited and noise is mixed into the wiring or the like by being configured to be integrated). Also, the work sharing between the two control units can be changed as appropriate, for example, the voice control is executed by the sub-sub control unit SS (suitable when a voice control circuit integrated with the VDP is adopted). Further, an electronic value may be given without giving a physical prize ball as a prize ball.

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

  First, the main control board M has a game information control means MJ for controlling the acquisition of game information, a game content determination means MN for determining the contents of the game, and the progress of games such as special games and specific games. A game progress means MP for managing the game, a game state temporary storage means MB for temporarily storing information relating to the game state and the like, and various game information {eg, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information {eg, , 16R jackpot, 8R jackpot, 4R jackpot, loss}, information relating to variation mode (for example, variation time), special game start signal / status information / end signal, hold information, etc.} (And a command transmission buffer MT10 for accumulating unsent commands) and the prize ball payout control board KH so as to pay out predetermined prize balls based on the winning of game balls to various winning holes. Has a prize balls paid out determination means MH, the.

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

  First, the entrance determination means MJ10 includes a first main game start entrance entrance determination means MJ11-A that determines whether or not a game ball has entered the first main game start entrance A10, and a second main game start entrance. The second main game start port entrance determining means MJ11-B for determining whether or not a game ball has entered B10, and the auxiliary game start port for determining whether or not a game ball has flowed into the auxiliary game start port H10 Entrance entrance determination means MJ11-H, first entrance entrance determination means MJ11-C10 that determines whether or not a game ball has entered the 1st entrance prize C10, and the 2nd entrance prize. And a second grand prize opening entrance determining means MJ11-C20 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the entrance C20.

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

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

  Next, the hold control means MJ30 uses the hold digest control means MJ31 for controlling the processing related to the hold digest and the change start, and the first main game side random number obtained in a situation where the first main game symbol change permission has not been granted. It is determined whether or not to temporarily store, and based on the determination result, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32 for holding the random number in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A until the symbol change permission is lowered. -A, it is determined whether or not to temporarily store the second main game random number acquired in a situation where the second main game symbol variation permission has not been granted, and based on the determination result, the random number is granted the symbol variation permission The second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B for holding in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the auxiliary game acquired in a situation where the auxiliary game symbol change permission is not granted It is determined whether or not the random number is temporarily stored, and based on the determination result, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H for holding the random number in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H until the symbol variation permission is granted. And have.

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

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

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

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

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

  Next, the variation mode determination unit MN50 determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first primary game random number). Based on the MN 51-A and the acquired game content determination random number (second main game random number), second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B that determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol, Auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H that determines a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number, and a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the main game symbol at the limited frequency. Limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52 for determination.

  Here, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A has a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A referred to when determining the variation mode related to the first main game symbol. The first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → first main game normal (Game state lottery table, probability variation game → first main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). The second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B has a second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the second main game symbol. The second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state (for example, with regard to the game state, normal game → second main game normal game) State lottery table, probability variation game → second main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game variation mode determination means MN51-H has an auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-H that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the auxiliary game symbol. The determination lottery table MN51ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the game state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table). Further, the limited frequency variation mode determining means MN52 is a table that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the main game symbol at the limited frequency, such as the game state and the number of variations of the main game symbol after the end of the special game. In order to determine which table of the limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta and the limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta to be referred to, the table to be referred to is determined. A limited frequency counter MN52c that counts the number of times the main game symbol has changed since the end of the game, limited frequency related information temporary storage means MN52b for temporarily storing information related to the limited frequency (flag on / off, etc.), Calculates the number of symbol fluctuations until the limited frequency state where the user stays ends (shifts to the next limited frequency state) Has a limited frequency remaining number determination table MN52ta-2 for a. The limited frequency state is a state in which the variation mode of the main game symbol is determined with reference to the limited frequency table. When the limited frequency state is different, the type of the table to be referred to is different. It is configured. When the limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52 refers to the limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta, the variation mode selection rate is changed with reference to the common table (that is, the variation mode to be selected). The method is the same (but the selection rate is different) (or the variation mode and the selection rate to be selected are the same, but a further fixed value is added to the variation time value related to the selected variation mode. Or the like) may be adopted.

  Here, the limited frequency means that the type and / or selection rate of the variation mode of the main game symbol after the specific symbol is stopped and displayed is the variation mode of the main game symbol before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed. It is a state (limited frequency state) different from the type and / or selectivity.

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

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

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

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

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

  Here, in the present embodiment, during the time reduction game, the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction) compared to during the non-time reduction game. function). Further, the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the electric accessory B11d of the second main game starting port B10 is relatively extended (opening time extension function). In addition, the time shortening game in the present 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. That is, the number of time reductions is configured to be subtracted every time the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol fluctuate (stop). The probability variation game end condition determination means MP51 and the short time game end condition determination means MP52 described above are, for example, a lottery to shift from a specific game (for example, a probability variation game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time the symbol changes. (A so-called pachinko gaming machine having a falling lottery function).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Next, the effect display control means SM20 is a decorative symbol display control means SM21 that controls the decorative pattern variation mode and stop symbol determination processing and display control processing, and the decorative symbol display control processing that holds the decorative symbol hold count management and hold display processing. Information display control means SM22, background effect display control means SM23 for determining background image determination processing and display control processing, notice effect display control means SM24 for controlling determination effect display processing and display control processing, and reach effect content Reach effect display control means SM25 that governs the determination process and display control process, the hold prefetch effect execution control means SM26 for executing the hold prefetch effect, and the number of jackpots that are successively won in the probability variation gaming state (number of consecutive resorts) ) And the number of consecutive times control means SM27 for controlling the execution of the effect based on the number of extended times, and the brightness of the volume and game effect lamp D26. Has a sound lamp control means SM28 for controlling the sound lamp adjustment effect, the.

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

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

  Next, the background effect display control means SM23 temporarily stores information related to the background effect display content determining means SM23n for determining the display content of the background effect based on the information from the main control board M side. Continued with a background stage related information temporary storage means SM23b for the purpose, a stay stage management counter SM23c that counts how many times the main game symbols have changed in the specific game state from the end of the special game to switch the stage And a consecutive resort number counter SM23c2 that counts the number of wins in succession during a specific game.

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

  Next, the reach effect display control means SM25 is based on information from the main control board M side, reach effect display content determining means SM25n for determining the display content and display timing of the reach effect, and information related to the reach effect display. Reach production temporary information storage means SM25b for temporarily storing and production content determination table SM25ta which is a table for determining production content such as reach production.

  Next, the hold pre-reading effect execution control means SM26 determines whether or not the hold pre-reading effect can be executed (for example, whether or not there is a hold that is expected to be a big hit in the hold). And a pre-reading effect execution counter SM26c for managing the progress of the reserved pre-reading effect when the reserved pre-reading effect is executed over a plurality of variations of the main game symbol.

  Next, the extended villa count control means SM27 further includes a extended villa count related information temporary storage means SM27b for temporarily storing information related to the extended villa count such as the current extended villa count.

  Next, the sound / lamp control means SM28 further includes sound / lamp related information temporary storage means SM28b for temporarily storing information related to the current sound volume, the brightness of the game effect lamp D26, and the like.

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

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

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

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

  Next, FIG. 5 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by the main control board M. After powering on the gaming machine, the process of FIG. That is, after the game machine is turned on and initialized (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board M confirms the input port of the RAM clear button and the reset button (RAM clear) of the power supply unit E. Button) has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed intentionally by a game hall manager or the like. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board M clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means MB) on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the information transmission control means MT transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub main control unit SM side (even if it is transmitted at this timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1700. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M in step 1008 (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power interruption and the RAM area are stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information). Next, in step 1010, the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are not normal based on the check result (whether or not the information at the time of power interruption is accurately backed up in the RAM). If YES in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 1004 (RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if the data backed up to the RAM in Step 1010 is normal, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, the main control board M is stored (backed up) in the RAM in the main control board M in Step 1012. The information command is acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side (the command may be transmitted at the timing, or the command is set at the timing and described later. It may be configured to transmit in the transmission process), and the process proceeds to step 1700. Next, in step 1700, the main control board M executes a probability change time-reduced number of times transmission control process, which will be described later. Next, in step 1750, the main control board M executes a limited frequency number transmission control process, which will be described later. Next, in step 1016, the main control board M is triggered by a scheduled execution interrupt (for example, about every 1.5 ms) related to the main process on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt period is set to T) (as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, (b) in FIG. 11 is executed), the process proceeds to step 1018. . After step 1018, the main control board M repeatedly executes various random number update processing (for example, random number counter increment processing) until the next scheduled interrupt timing is reached.

  Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. The main control board M executes the process shown in FIG. 5B based on the interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. 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 control board M executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, at step 1200, the main control board M executes an electric accessory driving determination process described later. Next, in step 1300, the main control board M executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process which will be described later. Next, in step 1400, the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, at step 1550, the main control board M executes a special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1997, the main control board M (especially the winning ball payout determining means MH) receives the winning ball payout control process (drive control of the winning ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning opening where the game ball has won. The payout control board KH is executed, and a process for managing the result is executed. Next, in step 1998, the main control board M executes an external signal output process (information output to the external terminal board, the hall computer HC, etc.). Next, in step 1999, the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub-main control unit side), and is executed immediately before the execution of this interrupt process. Return to the process that was being performed.

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

  Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the auxiliary game start port entry determining means MJ11-H determines whether or not a game ball has entered (inflow, passed in the case of a gate) into the auxiliary game start port H10. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and whether or not the number of hold balls is not the upper limit (for example, 4). Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1108, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H sets the random number together with information on what number of the hold is in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H. 1 is added, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1200). In addition, also when it is No in step 1102 and step 1104, it transfers to the next process (process of step 1200).

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B refers to the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H, and the electric accessory releasing flag is off. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H, and the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is set. It is determined whether or not it is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B accesses the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and holds the ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H to determine the auxiliary game side game state (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). In addition to the acquisition, the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H is referred to, and the stop symbol is determined based on the acquired auxiliary game side gaming state and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, the auxiliary game short time flag) Is selected, the winning symbol 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 MB11b-H.

  Here, the right side of the figure is an example of a lottery table for determining an auxiliary game stop symbol. As shown in the table, in this example, there are “D0, D1, D2” as the stop symbols, and “D1, D2” as the stop symbols as the winning symbols. In the non-time-reduced game, when the stopped symbol is “D1”, the open mode is (0.2 seconds open → closed), and the open mode of the electric combination that will be opened is stopped. When the symbol is “D2”, the release mode is (open for 0.2 seconds → closed for 0.8 seconds → opened for 5.0 seconds, closed) (longest open). In the time-saving game, when the stopped symbol is “D1”, the release mode is (1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → closed). When the symbol is “D2”, the opening mode is configured to be (open for 0.2 seconds → close for 0.8 seconds → open for 4.0 seconds → close). It should be noted that the stop symbol is likely to be a lost symbol “D0” during non-time-reduced games, and the stop symbol is likely to be a winning symbol “D1” during time-reduced games.

  Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H determines the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H based on the auxiliary game side game state (the flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 1 second when the auxiliary game short flag is on and 10 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) is set. In step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns on the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H updates the hold information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H after subtracting 1 from the hold ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. At the same time, after the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation management timer MP11t-H, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol change display on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g.

  Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H to determine whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H to acquire the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and the acquired auxiliary The stop symbol of the game symbol is confirmed and displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g. Then, at step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns off the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1230, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “hit” (D1 · D2 in this example). Determine. In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B is based on the winning symbol on the auxiliary game side, and in the release mode (for example, in the case of the winning symbol “D1”). Open for 1 second-> Close for 1 second-> Open for 1 second-> Close for 1 second-> Open for 1 second-> Closed for release symbol "D2": Open for 0.2 seconds, Close for 0.8 seconds, 5), and a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening / closing time) of the electric game product is set in the second main game start opening electric game product release timer MP22t-B. Next, in step 1234, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B turns on the electric accessory releasing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H. . Then, in step 1236, the second main game start port electric combination opening / closing control means MP20-B opens the second main game start port electric combination B11d of the second main game start port B10, and proceeds to step 1242. . Note that if the result of Step 1202 is No, the process proceeds to Step 1242. In the present embodiment, when the main game short flag is off and the auxiliary game stop symbol is the predetermined hit symbol (D2), the time for which the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is kept open is the longest. Has been.

  Next, in step 1242, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main game start port electric accessory release timer MP22t-B, and determines the time for opening the electric accessory. It is determined whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1242, in step 1244 and step 1246, the second main game start port electric combination opening / closing control means MP20-B closes the second main game start port electric combination B11d and temporarily stops the auxiliary game state. The electric-power-operating-released flag in the flag area of the storage unit MB10-H is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1300).

  If No in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224. If No in steps 1206, 1224, 1230, and 1242, the process proceeds to the next process (the 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. 8 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the first main game start entrance entering determination means MJ11-A receives the first main game start entrance entrance information from the first main game start entrance entrance detection device A11s of the first main game start entrance A10. Is received. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A and determines the main game (especially the first main game). It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the “side” is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, a winning lottery random number for determining whether or not to win, a symbol lottery random number for determining a winning symbol, and a variation pattern (variation time) of a special symbol are determined. The three random numbers of the variation mode lottery random numbers to acquire are acquired. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update periods and random number ranges, and are obtained in series at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32-A temporarily stores (holds) the acquired first main game content determination random number in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A. . Next, in step 1310, the hold control unit MJ30 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit MB20b and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1310, in step 1312, the hold control means MJ30 determines whether or not the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b is off. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the hold control means MJ30 pre-determines the result of the stored hold and the stop symbol based on the hold information (the lottery random number and symbol determination random number). Next, in step 1316, the hold control means MJ30 sets the command relating to the newly generated hold success / failure result and stop symbol information in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM (step (Send to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in 1999), and the process proceeds to Step 1318.

  Next, in step 1318, the hold control means MJ30, based on the hold information (variation mode determination random number), the stored change mode random number delimiter information and the change mode group (non-short-time change mode group and time-change mode) (Group) is preliminarily determined (refer to the main game table 3 and the limited frequency table in FIGS. 12, 13, and 15 for the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group). In the present embodiment, one variation mode group is configured to include a plurality of types of variation modes (variation times). Next, in step 1320, the hold control means MJ30 sends a command related to a new hold occurrence (a hold occurrence command of the first main game content determination random number, a command related to the variation mode random number separator information, etc.) to the sub-main control unit SM. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999, and the process proceeds to step 1322. If the symbol information is configured to be transmitted to the sub side as in the present embodiment, an effect suggesting a big hit may be executed as an effect to be executed on the sub side. It is desirable that the player can be notified of the stop symbol of the main game symbol that is a big hit (the stop symbol is notified only when the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a big hit). In the case of No in step 1302, step 1304, step 1310, or step 1312, the process proceeds to step 1322.

  As described above, in this embodiment, when the main game content determination random number (the first main game content determination random number or the second main game content determination random number) is acquired (or when the suspension occurs), the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group Is configured to determine.

  In addition, it may be configured to transmit the main game content determination random number information, the failure random number delimiter information, the variation mode random number delimiter information, and the variation mode group information to the sub side at the timing when the hold occurs, The information to be transmitted to is not limited to this, but information related to the main game symbols that are stopped, information related to the main game symbols that are jackpots (number of special game rounds related to the main game symbols scheduled to stop, etc.) ), The number of holdings immediately after the winning of the holding (the number of holdings on the winning side of the first main game side or the second main game side may be only the holding number of both the first main game side and the second main game side) May be configured to transmit information related to the {the failure random number delimiter information refers to each gaming state and random number value (or random value range) on the first main game side (second main game side) And the lottery results are grouped together. This is one piece of random number delimiter information. For example, if the game is in a probability variation game state or a non-probability variation game state, it will be lost, whether it is a probability variation game state or a non-stochastic variation game state, If it is a floating game state, it is a win, but if it is a non-stochastic variable game state, a grouping such as losing can be given}.

  Next, in step 1322, the second main game start entrance entering determination means MJ11-B enters the second main game start entrance entrance from the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s of the second main game start entrance B10. It is determined whether or not information has been received. In the case of Yes in step 1322, in step 1324, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the main game (especially the second main game) It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the “side” is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1324, in step 1326, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers of the success / failure lottery random number, the symbol lottery random number, and the variation mode lottery random number are acquired in the same manner as the first main game symbol determination means. Incidentally, the acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and the acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, the first lottery random number for the first main game and the right lottery random number for the second main game) Are set to the same range. Next, in Step 1328, the second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B temporarily stores (holds) the acquired second main game content determination random number in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B. . Next, in step 1330, the hold control means MJ30 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1330, in step 1334, the hold control means MJ30 pre-determines the result of the stored hold and the stop symbol based on the hold information (the random determination random number and the symbol determination random number). Next, in step 1336, the hold control unit MJ30 sets the newly generated hold result and stop command information in the command transmission buffer MT10 for sending to the sub-main control unit SM (step (Send to the sub main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of 1999), and the process proceeds to Step 1338.

  In the case of No in step 1330, in step 1332, the hold control unit MJ30 determines whether or not the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage unit MB30b is off. If Yes in step 1332, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1400). On the other hand, if No in step 1332, the process proceeds to step 1334.

  Next, in step 1338, the hold control means MJ30 determines, based on the hold information (variation mode determining random number), the stored change mode random number delimiter information and the change mode group (the non-short-time change mode group and the time-change mode). (Group) is preliminarily determined (refer to the main game table 3 and the limited frequency table in FIGS. 12, 13, and 15 for the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group). Next, in step 1340, the hold control means MJ30 sends a command related to a new hold occurrence (such as a hold occurrence command of the second main game content determination random number, a command related to the variation mode random number separator information) to the sub-main control unit SM. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999, and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400). Also in the case of No in step 1322 or step 1324, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1400).

  In step 1308 and step 1328, storage of the first main game content determination random number and storage of the second main game content determination random number are executed, but the main game content determination random number is stored in the RAM storage area of the main control board. Is stored, and only the information related to the “main game content determination random number” is stored in the byte storing the information related to the main game content determination random number (various timers). It is preferable to configure such that other information such as value is not stored) (when operating another data stored in the same 1 byte, information related to the main game content determination random number is rewritten due to noise or the like) To prevent it). In addition, with respect to the winning lottery random number, the change of the gaming state (from the gaming state related to the hold that has already been recorded) between the acquisition of the winning lottery random number and the execution of the winning lottery related to the winning lottery random number. Since not only the change but also the game state may change due to the newly generated hold, the game state at the time of the lottery execution related to the lottery random number may be unpredictable). Until the process is executed, the lottery random number is stored. In the present embodiment, the command to the sub-main control unit SM related to the hold information can be transmitted only at the time of the hold occurrence related to the first main game in the non-time-saving game state, while in the time-saving game state. Is configured so that it can be transmitted only at the time of the occurrence of the hold related to the second main game, but regardless of whether the hold is related to the first main game or the hold related to the second main game in any game state The command may be transmitted, and in such a case, the sub-main control unit SM may determine whether to use the received command. The specific example of the command relating to the result information to be transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM is “D000H: out of order, D001H: out of low probability, hit out with high accuracy, D002H: hit out with both low accuracy and high accuracy, D003H Is a small hit, and a specific example of the command related to the stop symbol information transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM is “D100H: 16R probability variation, D101H: 16R non-accuracy variation, D102H: 2R probability variation”, A specific example of the command related to the variation mode random number delimiter information to be transmitted to the main control unit SM is “D200H: delimiter 1 (group 1 for time-reduced gaming state, group 1 for non-time-reduced gaming state, group 1 for limited frequency state)” , D201H: Break 2 (Group 1 for time-reduced gaming state, Group 2 for non-time-reduced gaming state, Group 1 for limited frequency state -Loop 1), D202H: has separated 3 (time saving game state if Group 2, Group 2 for non-time reduction gaming state, group 1 if limited frequency state).

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the hold digest control means MJ31 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B and confirms whether there is no hold of the second main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), the game content determination means MN executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and the next process {the process of steps 1400 (1) and (2)} Migrate to On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the game content determination means MN executes a second main game symbol display process described later, and performs the next process {steps 1400 (1) and (2). Process}.

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

  Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. In addition, since this process is substantially the same process on the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol side, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the processing on the second main game symbol side will be described. Use parentheses. First, in step 1403, the pending digest control means MJ31 determines whether or not a change start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is that the special game is not being played (or the condition device is being operated), the main game symbol is not changing, and there is a hold of the main game symbol. Although not shown in this example, in the case of providing a variable fixed time (time for displaying the fixed display symbol after the main game symbol is displayed), during the variable fixed time, You may comprise so that it may not satisfy | fill.

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

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability varying gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-stochastic varying gaming state. Note that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this.

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

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, when a big hit is won, a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, “4A, 5A, 7A” and “4B, 5B, 7B”) are selected. One main game symbol is configured to be determined as a jackpot symbol. The number of special game rounds determined with reference to the main game symbol is 8R for 4A, 4B, 5A, and 5B, and 16R for 7A and 7B. Note that the types of random numbers and stop symbols are merely examples, and the present invention is not limited to this. May}

  Next, in step 1411, the limited frequency variation mode determination unit MN 52 refers to the limited frequency counter MN 52 c and determines whether or not the counter value is 0. In the case of Yes in step 1411, in other words, in the normal gaming state (non-probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state), in step 1412, first main game variation mode determining means MN51 -A (second main game variation) The mode determining means MN51-B) refers to the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B) corresponding to each game state, and the main game symbol Based on the result of the lottery determination and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the fluctuation mode lottery random number), the variation mode of the main game symbol is determined, and these are determined as the first and second main games. The symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C is temporarily stored, and the process proceeds to Step 1414.

  Here, the main game table 3 shown in FIGS. 12 and 13 is an example of a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). As shown in the figure, in the present embodiment, the main game symbol variation mode (variation time) for a certain random value can be determined based on the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result and the main game short flag state. Has been. For example, for a certain random number value, when the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result is 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 on (time-short game) The state) is configured to easily determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short. 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, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time-reduced game state (when the main game short-time flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long {the symbol variation on the second main game side Is configured to be advantageous for the player, it is easy for the second main game side to be suspended by reducing the symbol variation efficiency on the first main game side (advantageous for the player). It is particularly effective when the starting port on the first main game side and the starting port on the second main game side cannot be distinguished in order to establish the situation.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1411, in other words, in the case of the probability variation gaming state, in step 1450, the limited frequency variation mode determination unit MN 52 executes a limited frequency variation mode determination process described later. Next, in step 1413, the limited frequency variation mode determining unit MN52 decrements (decrements) the counter value of the limited frequency counter MN52c, and proceeds to step 1414. Further, the processing in step 1413 may be executed immediately after the result of step 1420 becomes Yes (timing at which the variation time ends).

  Next, in step 1414, the game content determination means MN determines the commands (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information) related to the main game symbols temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. , Change mode information, etc.) and a command (symbol change display start instruction command) relating to the current gaming state is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (control command transmission processing in step 1999) Is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side). Next, in step 1415, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sets a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol in the first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C. To do. Next, in step 1416, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C causes the first main game symbol display part A21g (first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20)). On the second main game symbol display unit B21g), the main game symbol variation display is started in accordance with the variation mode stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. Next, in step 1417, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns on the changing flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C, Control goes to step 1420.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1403, in step 1419, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C refers to the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C and changes. It is determined whether or not the middle flag is on. If Yes in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420. If No in step 1419, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1550).

  Next, in step 1420, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in Step 1420, in Step 1422, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sends the information indicating that the symbol variation is ended (the symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub main control unit SM side. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1423, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C causes the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) ( The change display of the main game symbol on the second main game symbol display part B21g) is stopped, and the stop symbols stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C are displayed as the fixed stop symbols. Control. Next, in step 1424, the first / second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns off the changing flag in the flag area of the first / second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C. .

  Next, in step 1430, the game content determination means MN refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a big hit symbol. To do. In the case of Yes in Step 1430, in Step 1431, the game content determination means MN sets a predetermined number of times (181 in this example) in the limited frequency counter. In addition, in this example, it is comprised so that it may transfer to a specific game state (the process of a probability variation game state with a frequency | count limitation and a time reduction game state) after completion of the special game which concerns on all the jackpot symbols. Next, in step 1440, the game content determination means MN turns on the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to step 1500. On the other hand, if No in step 1430, the process proceeds to step 1500.

  Next, in step 1500, the specific game control means MP50 executes a specific game end determination process described later. Next, at step 1750, the specific game control means MP50 executes a limited frequency transmission control process described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process at step 1550). Even in the case of No in step 1420, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1550).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of limited frequency variation mode determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the limited frequency variation mode determination unit MN52 refers to the limited frequency counter MN52c and determines whether or not the counter value G is a value within the first stage range (181 ≧ G> 121). . In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1454, the limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52 refers to the limited frequency variation mode determination first lottery table MN52ta-1, and based on the main game side random number and the result of lottery determination, the main game The variation mode (variation time) related to the symbol is determined, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1413).

  Here, FIG. 15 (limited frequency table 1) is an example of the limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta. As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the limited frequency table 1 is referred to when the limited frequency counter value G is a value within a predetermined range (181 ≧ G> 121). It should be noted that in the limited frequency state of this embodiment, the symbol variation on the second main game side is repeated to play the game (the symbol variation on the second main game side is more for the player than the symbol variation on the first main game side). (The profit rate is high), so the fluctuation time on the first main game side at the time of losing is relatively long compared to the fluctuation time on the second main game side. If the first main game side fluctuates accidentally, or if the change related to the remaining hold on the first main game side that occurs at the end of the special game starts, the long time on the first main game side The second main game suspension is likely to occur during the fluctuating time. Also, on the second main game side, the fluctuation time when there is 0 hold at the time of losing is relatively longer than the fluctuation time when there are 1 to 3 holds. Since the second main game hold cannot be generated because the second main game hold is likely to occur during the change time when the number of hold is 0, a change related to the remaining hold on the first main game side starts. It is configured to make it difficult for an event to occur. In addition, when the limited frequency table 2 and the limited frequency table 3 are compared with respect to the variation time when the second main game side at the time of losing and 1 to 3 holds, the limited frequency table 1 has the shortest average variation time. It is configured. Further, in the limited frequency table 1, the variable groups are all group 1 or group A.

  As shown in the figure, in the present embodiment, for a certain random number value, the variation mode random number delimiter information is determined based on the variation mode group to which the random value belongs. More specifically, the variation mode random number delimiter information includes a table when the first main game side hits (when lost), a table when the second main game side hits (lost), )), Based on the variation mode group classified by case.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1452, in step 1456, the limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52 refers to the limited frequency counter MN52c, and the counter value G is a value within the second stage range (121 ≧ G> 1). It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1456, in step 1458, the limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52 refers to the limited frequency variation mode determination second lottery table MN52ta-2, and sets the main game side random number, the winning / failing lottery result, and the number of reserved balls. Based on this, the variation mode (variation time) related to the main game symbol is determined, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1413).

  Here, FIG. 15 (limited frequency table 2) is an example of the limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta. As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the limited frequency table 2 is referred to when the limited frequency counter value G is a value within a predetermined range (121 ≧ G> 1). Also in the limited frequency table 2, like the limited frequency table 1, the fluctuation time at the time of losing on the first main game side is relatively longer than that on the second main game side. Further, in the symbol variation on the second main game side, the variation time at the time of hit is relatively longer than the variation time at the time of losing. In addition, compared with the limited frequency table 1 and the limited frequency table 3, the limited frequency table 2 is configured to have the longest average fluctuation time.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1456, in other words, if the limited frequency counter value G is a value within the third stage range (1 ≧ G), in step 1460, the limited frequency variation mode determining unit MN52 determines the limited frequency variation. With reference to the mode determination third lottery table MN52ta-3, the variation mode (variation time) related to the main game symbol is determined based on the main game random number and the lottery result, and the next process (the process of step 1413) is performed. Transition.

  Here, FIG. 15 (limited frequency table 3) is an example of the limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta. As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the limited frequency table 3 is referred to when the limited frequency counter value G is within a predetermined range (1 ≧ G). In the limited frequency table 3, the shortest fluctuation time at the time of losing is longer than the shortest fluctuation time at the time of hitting. By configuring in this way, the execution time of a special command to be described later at the time of losing It is configured so that it can be secured.

  Note that the content of the limited frequency table is not limited to this, and the content of the limited frequency table to be referred to on the first main game side and the second main game side is only in a predetermined stage (for example, the first stage). You may comprise so that it may become the same. Further, in a predetermined stage (for example, the third stage), the variation mode may be determined regardless of the number of reserves (both on the first main game side and the second main game side). Otherwise, the first main game side selects the variation mode from the same table regardless of the number of holds, and on the second main game side, if the number of holds is a predetermined number or more, the number of holds It is desirable to have a relatively shorter variation time than when the number is less than or equal to the predetermined number.

  In this embodiment, there are three types of limited frequency tables, and the configuration is such that the limited frequency table 1 → the limited frequency table 2 → the limited frequency table 3 is switched in three stages in this order (so-called three-stage ST). However, there is no problem even if the number of types of the limited frequency tables is changed and the order of the tables to be referenced is changed. Furthermore, there are two tables, a limited frequency table 1 and a limited frequency table 2, and the table to be referenced is switched in the order of the limited frequency table 1 → the limited frequency table 2 → the limited frequency table 1 as a three-stage ST mode. Also good.

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, at step 1502, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the probability variation counter MP51c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the specific game control means MP50 decrements (decrements) the count value of the probability variation counter MP51c. In the case of Yes in step 1504, in step 1506, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the probability variation counter MP51c and determines whether or not the counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1506, in step 1508, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and proceeds to step 1510. Note that if the answer is No in step 1502 or 1506, the process proceeds to step 1510.

  Next, in step 1510, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1510, in step 1512, the specific game control means MP50 decrements (decrements) the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1514, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1514, in step 1516, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in step 1518, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and proceeds to step 1700. Note that if the answer is No in step 1510 or step 1514, the process also proceeds to step 1700. Next, in step 1700, the specific game control means MP50 executes a probability change time-sequential number transmission control process, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1750). Thus, in this example, the remaining probability variation number (the remaining symbol variation number of times that the probability variation gaming state will be terminated by the number of symbol variation end times after the end of the special game) and the remaining short time (after the special game end) The remaining number of symbol fluctuations (which will end the time-saving gaming state depending on the number of symbol fluctuation end times) is transmitted to the sub-control board S. In the present embodiment, the number of probability changes (value set in the probability variation counter MP51c) and the number of time reductions (value set in the time reduction number counter MP52c) are set to the same number. You may comprise so that it may become number of times.

  Next, FIG. 17 shows a probability change time-sequential number transmission control process according to the subroutine of step 1700 in FIGS. 5, 16, and 23. Prior to detailed description of the processing in the figure, a command sent from the main control board M to the sub control board S in the gaming machine will be described in detail.

  The command sent from the main control board M to the sub control board S in the gaming machine is generally composed of 2-byte data. One byte is called MODE data, and the other byte is called EVENT data. Each most significant bit is a bit (identification bit) for identifying whether it is MODE data or EVENT data, so the remaining 7 bits are substantially used as a data area. Therefore, the command to be sent to the sub control board S is limited to a value from 0 to 127 which is 7 bits. However, as a result of the diversification of production in recent years, there are cases where the production type exceeds 128 types, and it is sometimes difficult to specify the production type with data of substantially 7 bits. On the other hand, the type of EVENT data, that is, the type of instruction is specified for the MODE data. However, since this MODE data is also 7 bits, the number of types is limited to 128 types, and the number of types is increased indiscriminately. I can't. Therefore, a value exceeding 128 is configured to be transmitted to the sub-control board S by a method described in detail below.

  Here, as an explanation of the flowchart, first, in step 1702, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c is the transmission limit value (127 in this example). It is determined whether it is larger than. Here, the transmission limit value is the maximum value of numerical information (remaining probability variation number, remaining short time number, etc.) that can be transmitted to the sub-control board S by one command transmission. In this embodiment, the transmission limit value is 8 bits. Since the most significant bit is used to identify MODE data and EVENT data, numerical information is transmitted in 7 bits excluding the most significant bit, and the maximum number of numerical values that can be expressed in 7 bits. Is 127. The MODE data is data representing the type of command (remaining probability change count, remaining short time count, etc.), and EVENT data is the command content (remaining correct change count value, remaining short time count value, etc.). It is data representing.

  In the case of Yes in Step 1702, in Step 1704, the specific game control means MP50 sets the MODE data command (the command to the sub side, “01H” in this example) relating to the remaining probability variation number (in Step 1999). Is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process). Next, in step 1706, the specific game control means MP50 sets a command related to the first EVENT data (a command to the sub side, for example, “10000001”) as EVENT data (control command transmission in step 1999). In the processing, it is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side). Next, in step 1708, the specific game control means MP50 sets a MODE data command (a command to the sub side, “01H” in this example) related to the remaining probability variation number (control command transmission processing in step 1999). And transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side). The MODE data set in step 1708 is the same data as the MODE data set in step 1704. Next, in step 1710, the specific game control means MP50 sets a command related to the second EVENT data (a command to the sub side, for example, “10110101”) (in the control command transmission process in step 1999). Then, the process proceeds to step 1720. Although details will be described later, the numerical information in the EVENT data transmitted twice is combined to transmit the remaining probability variation number (and the remaining short time number).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 1702, in Step 1712, the specific game control means MP50 sets the MODE data command (the command to the sub side, “01H” in this example) related to the remaining probability variation number (Step 01). (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM side in 1999 control command transmission process). Next, in step 1714, the specific game control means MP50 sets a command (a command to the sub side, for example, “10000000”) relating to information whose bits other than the most significant bit are 0 as the first EVENT data. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). Next, in step 1716, the specific game control means MP50 sets a MODE data command (a command to the sub side, “01H” in this example) relating to the remaining probability variation number (control command transmission processing in step 1999). And transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side). The MODE data set in step 1716 is the same data as the MODE data set in step 1712. Next, in step 1718, the specific game control means MP50 sets a command (a command to the sub side, for example, “10110101”) related to the current counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c as the second EVENT data. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1720.

  Next, in step 1720, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and determines whether or not the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c is larger than the transmission limit value (127 in this example). Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1720, in step 1722, the specific game control means MP50 sets a MODE data command (command to the sub side, “02H” in this example) relating to the remaining short time count (in this example, “02H”). Is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process). Next, in step 1724, the specific game control means MP50 sets a command (a command to the sub side, for example, “10000001”) related to the information of the transmission limit value (127 in this example) as EVENT data. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). Next, in step 1726, the specific game control means MP50 sets a MODE data command (a command to the sub side, “02H” in this example) relating to the remaining short time count (control command transmission processing in step 1999). And transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side). Note that the MODE data set in step 1726 is the same data as the MODE data set in step 1722. Next, in step 1728, the specific game control means MP50 uses, as EVENT data, a command related to the value obtained by subtracting the transmission limit value (127 in this example) from the counter value of the current short-time counter MP52c (to the sub side). Command (for example, “10110101”) is set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to the next process (step 1750 or step 1997). To do.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1720, in step 1730, the specific game control means MP50 sets a MODE data command (a command to the sub side, “02H” in this example) relating to the remaining short time count (in this example, “02H”). (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM side in 1999 control command transmission process). Next, in step 1732, the specific game control means MP50 sets, as EVENT data, a command related to information whose bits other than the most significant bit are 0 (a command to the sub side, for example, “10000000”) (step 1999). Is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side). Next, in step 1734, the specific game control means MP50 sets a MODE data command (a command to the sub side, “02H” in this example) related to the remaining short time count (control command transmission processing in step 1999). And transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side). The MODE data set in step 1734 is the same data as the MODE data set in step 1730. Next, in step 1736, the specific game control means MP50 sets, as EVENT data, a command (a command to the sub side, for example, “10110101”) relating to the counter value of the current time-count counter MP52c (step 1999). In the control command transmission process, the process is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1750 or 1997). In this embodiment, when the gaming state is not the probability variation gaming state (when the count value of the probability variation number counter MP51c is 0) or when the gaming state is not the time shortening gaming state (when the counter value of the time reduction number counter MP52c is 0). , “Remaining probability variation number = 0” or “remaining short time count = 0” is configured to transmit a command related to the information, but is not limited thereto, “remaining certain variation number = 0” or “remaining short time number of times” = 0 ”, the command is not transmitted (if the command is not received, the sub-side determines that“ remaining probability variation number = 0 ”or“ remaining short time count = 0 ”). It may be configured.

  Note that the command related to the remaining short time count and the command related to the remaining probability variation count may be a parallel signal or a serial signal. In the case of a parallel signal, a bit for identifying MODE data and EVENT data may not be provided.

  Next, FIG. 18 shows an example of the remaining probability variation number command contents in the present embodiment. First, command transmission related to the remaining probability variation number will be described in detail. In this embodiment, the probability variation number (maximum number) is 181 times, and the value relating to the remaining probability variation number that can be transmitted by one EVENT data is 127. Therefore, ENT data is transmitted twice. By doing this (the MODE data is also transmitted twice), it is configured to be able to transmit a command relating to the remaining number of probable changes to the sub-side. Although details will be described in detail, when combining commands relating to the remaining number of times of probability variation on the sub side, the bits other than the most significant bit of the first EVENT data are in the 8th to 14th digits of the second EVENT data. Bits other than the most significant bit are the first to seventh digits, and are converted into a decimal number as a 14-digit binary number and recognized as the remaining probability variation number. Specifically, when transmitting the remaining probability variation number 181 times, first, “01H” representing the remaining probability variation number is transmitted as the first MODE data, and then “10000001” as the first event data. (The most significant bit is “1” which is the identification bit of the EVENT data) is transmitted, and then “01H” indicating the remaining number of times of probability variation is transmitted as the second MODE data, and then the second As the EVENT data, “10110101” (the most significant bit is “1” which is the identification bit of the EVENT data) is transmitted. Note that the remaining number of short times is the same as the command transmission method of the remaining probability variation number, so the description is omitted. Note that the remaining MODE data for the short number of times is “02H”.

  Next, FIG. 19 shows a limited frequency number transmission control process according to the subroutine of step 1750 in FIGS. First, in step 1752, the limited frequency variation mode determination unit MN52 refers to the limited frequency counter MN52c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than 0, that is, whether or not the current limited frequency state. In the case of Yes in step 1752, in step 1754, the limited frequency variation mode determining means MN52 refers to the limited frequency remaining number determination table MN52ta-2 based on the current limited frequency counter MN52c, and determines the current limited frequency. The remaining number of rotations of the state and the current limited frequency state (the remaining number of fluctuations until the stay stage is switched and the remaining limited frequency) is calculated and temporarily stored. Next, in step 1756, the limited frequency variation mode determination unit MN52 sets a MODE data command (a command to the sub side, for example, “03H”) related to the limited frequency state and the remaining limited frequency count (step 1999). Is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM side). Next, in step 1758, the limited frequency variation mode determining means MN52 sets a command related to the current remaining limited frequency count (for example, “10111100” to the sub side) as EVENT data (in step 1999). In the control command transmission process, it is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1016 or step 1550).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1752, in step 1760, the limited frequency variation mode determining means MN52 sends a MODE data command (a command to the sub side, “05H” in this example) relating to the remaining limited frequency count. Set (sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). Next, in step 1762, the limited frequency variation mode determining means MN52 uses EVENT data as a command related to information in which all the bits except the most significant bit are 0 (a command to the sub side, for example, “10000000 ”) Is set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1016 or step 1550). As described above, in the present embodiment, when it is not the limited frequency state, the command related to the information that the remaining limited frequency number of the limited frequency state C is 0 is transmitted to the sub side. In addition, the present invention is not limited to this, and the MODE data content may be changed. If the limited frequency state is not set, the command related to the remaining limited frequency may not be updated.

  Here, the lower part of the figure is a table for determining the remaining number of limited frequencies. As shown in this table, the remaining number calculation method (the remaining limited frequency calculation method) is configured to be different depending on the limited frequency state where the user stays {can stay after the limited frequency state where the user is currently staying It is calculated by subtracting the maximum number of stays in the limited frequency state (the number of fluctuations until the stay stage is switched)}. The transmission mode of the remaining limited frequency is not limited to this. For example, the limited frequency counter MN52c is configured to set the remaining limited frequency (60, 120, or 1). Based on the limited frequency state and the remaining limited frequency count (limited frequency counter value), it is determined how many fluctuations remain in which limited frequency state (for example, the MODE command is “03H” and the limited frequency counter value is 30). If certain information is received, it may be determined that the limited frequency state A and the remaining limited frequency count is 30).

  Next, FIG. 20 is an example of a remaining limited frequency command in the present embodiment. As shown in the figure, the number of remaining limited frequencies is less than the transmission limit value (127 in this example) in all limited frequency states (limited frequency state A, limited frequency state B, limited frequency state C). Thus, if a command related to MODE data and a command related to EVENT data are transmitted once, the limited frequency can be transmitted to the sub-side. Further, as described above, the commands related to the remaining probability variation number and the remaining short time number are configured to transmit the command related to MODE data and the command related to EVENT data twice, and the command related to the remaining limited frequency count Are different in the number of transmissions.

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the special game operation condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. First, in step 1552, the condition determination means MP31 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1552, in step 1554, the special game control means MP30 determines that the specific game flag (main game probability change flag / main game short flag / auxiliary game short time) in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Flag) off. Next, at step 1556, the specific game control means MB30 clears the value of the probability variation number counter MP51c. Next, in step 1558, the specific game control means MB30 clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1560, the special game control means MP30 turns on a special game transition permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1562, the special game control means MP30 turns off the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1600). In the case of No in step 1552, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1600).

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in step 1604 and step 1606, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game transition permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and the special game execution flag. Turn on. Next, in step 1607, the special game execution means MP33 sets an initial value (1 in this example) to a round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1608, the special game executing means MP33 sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side ( The control command is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1612.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 1610, the process proceeds to step 1612. In the case of No in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 determines that the special game permission has not been granted, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1997).

  Next, in step 1612, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b to determine whether the round continuation flag is off, in other words, immediately before the start of each round. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1612, that is, when it is just before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, the special game execution means MP33 is set to the release pattern set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b (for example, keeps releasing). Open pattern and open / close pattern). Next, in step 1616, the special game executing means MP33 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in step 1618, the special game execution means MP33 turns on the round continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1620, the special game executing means MP33 drives the first big prize opening electric combination C11d of the first big prize opening C10 (or the second electric combination C21d of the second big prize opening C20). The first grand prize opening C10 (or the second big prize opening C20) is opened, and a special game timer MP34t (particularly, an opening time timer) is set to a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) to start. . On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1612, that is, when the big prize opening is being opened, the process proceeds to step 1622 without performing the processing of steps 1614 to 1620.

  Next, in step 1622, the special game executing means MP33 transmits a game state command (for example, the current round number, game ball winning number, etc.) related to the current special game to the sub main control unit SM side. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). Next, in step 1624, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls) is assigned to the first big winning opening C10 (or the second big winning opening C20) in the round. ) Is determined whether or not there is a winning ball. If Yes in step 1624, the process proceeds to step 1628. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1624, in step 1626, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game timer MP34t (especially the open time timer) to determine a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to the special prize opening. It is determined whether or not it has elapsed. Also in the case of Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1628. In the case of No in step 1626, the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 1997).

  Next, in step 1628, the special game executing means MP33 determines the first big prize opening electric combination C11d of the first big prize opening C10 (or the second big prize opening electric combination C21d of the second big prize opening C20). The driving is stopped and the first grand prize opening C10 (or the second big prize opening C20) is closed. Next, in step 1630, the special game execution means MP33 resets a special game timer MP34t (especially an opening time timer). Next, in step 1632, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the round continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1633, the special game execution means MP33 adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1634, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the final round has ended (for example, the round number counter in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b). Whether or not the counter value (not shown) exceeds the maximum number of rounds). In the case of Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1638, the special game executing means MP33 sets information (special game end display instruction command) to end the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub main control unit SM side. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). In step 1650, the specific game control means MP50 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997). Even in the case of No in step 1634, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1997).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the special game according to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (181 times in this example) in the probability variation number counter MP51c. Next, in step 1654, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in step 1656, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (181 in this example) in the time-saving number counter MP52c. Next, at step 1658, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, at step 1660, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in step 1700, the specific game control means MP50 executes the above-described probability change time-sequential number transmission control processing, and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 1997). In addition, in this embodiment, when the main game symbol has finished changing, it is configured to execute the probability variation short time transmission control process (transmit the remaining probability variation number and the remaining short time number transmission to the sub-side). However, since the command related to the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c and the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c that have been set is not transmitted in the first symbol variation after the end of the special game, the probability variation time short transmission control in FIG. It is configured to execute processing. In addition, the execution timing of the probability change short time transmission control process is not limited to this, and may be configured to be executed at a predetermined timing during the main game symbol fluctuation start time or the fluctuation time. If the sub-control board can be confirmed, there is no problem. Further, at the end of the special game, it is not necessary to send the command related to the remaining probability variation number and the remaining short number of times. In this case, for example, the command relating to the remaining probability variation number is not received and the probability variation game is used as the command related to the gaming state. When receiving a command indicating the state, the sub-side may determine that the remaining probability variation number is 181 (maximum value).

  Next, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described with reference to FIGS. First, FIG. 24 is a main flowchart on the sub control board S side (particularly on the sub main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 4D is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after resetting, such as when the game machine is powered on. That is, at the time of powering on the gaming machine, in step 2002, the sub-main control unit SM executes an initial process based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side) (for example, RAM clear information is stored). If received, the sub-side RAM is initialized, various information commands are received, and the production-related information at the time of power interruption is reset in the sub-side RAM). Thereafter, the process proceeds to a loop process for repeatedly executing (f) which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit SM. Here, when (f) is executed, as shown in the processing of (f) in the figure, first, in step 2050, the secondary game control means (sub-main control unit) SM performs the limited frequency stay stage described later. Execute the decision process. Next, in step 2100, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a extended game number control process, which will be described later. Next, at step 2200, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes an effect stage determination process during ST, which will be described later. Next, in step 2300, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a story mode display control process, which will be described later. Next, at step 2400, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a sound / lamp adjustment display control process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2500, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a hold information management process to be described later. Next, in step 2700, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 2800, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2900, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a special game related display control process to be described later. Next, in step 2999, the sub game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes display command transmission control processing (transmits commands set in a series of these subroutines to the sub-sub control unit SS side). The repetition processing routine is terminated.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit SM adopts a form in which the sub-main routine (S2050 to S2999) is loop-processed after reset. Further, the process of FIG. 5E is an interrupt process of the sub main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line on the main control board M described above is sent to one terminal (in this example) of the CPU of the sub main control unit SM. , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (e). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub main control unit SM (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 2004, the sub main control unit SM receives the command input port (from the main control board M side). Check the data signal line input port). In step 2006, the sub main control unit SM sends the command transmitted from the main control board M side to the RAM (eg, main side information temporary storage means SM11b) on the sub main control unit SM side based on the confirmation result. Is temporarily stored, and the process that was being executed immediately before this interrupt process is restored.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of limited frequency stay stage determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2050 in FIG. First, in step 2052, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not the symbol variation is a variation related to loss. In the case of Yes in Step 2052, in Step 2054, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the command related to the remaining limited frequency has been received. In this case, in step 2056, the background effect display control means SM23 confirms the limited frequency state based on the MODE data in the received command, and the remaining number of fluctuations until the current limited frequency state ends based on the EVENT data. Is temporarily stored. Next, in step 2058, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the received command is a command related to the limited frequency A. In the case of Yes in Step 2058, in Step 2060, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the remaining fluctuation count temporarily stored in Step 2056, and the remaining fluctuation count based on the EVENT data is the maximum value (the maximum stay of the limited frequency A). It is the number of fluctuations, and in this example, it is determined whether or not 60). In the case of Yes in Step 2060, in Step 2062, the background effect display control means SM23 switches the stay stage (the effect stage classified by the type of effect such as the background effect to be executed) to “limited frequency A-1”. The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2100).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2060, in step 2064, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the remaining fluctuation count temporarily stored in step 2056, and determines whether or not the remaining fluctuation count based on the EVENT data is zero. judge. In the case of Yes in step 2064, in step 2066, the background effect display control means SM23 switches the stay stage (the effect stage classified according to the type of effect such as the background effect to be executed) to “limited frequency B-1”. The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2100).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2058, in step 2068, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the received command is a command related to the limited frequency B. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2068, in step 2070, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the remaining fluctuation count temporarily stored in step 2056, and determines whether or not the remaining fluctuation count based on the EVENT data is zero. . In the case of Yes in Step 2070, in Step 2072, the background effect display control means SM23 switches the stay stage (the effect stage classified according to the type of effect such as background effect to be executed) to “limited frequency C”, and the next The process proceeds to the process (the process of Step 2100).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2068, in other words, if the received command is a command related to the limited frequency C, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the remaining fluctuation count temporarily stored in step 2056 in step 2074. Then, it is determined whether or not the number of remaining fluctuations based on the EVENT data is zero. In the case of Yes in Step 2074, in Step 2076, the background effect display control means SM23 sets the stay stage (the effect stage classified according to the type of effect such as the background effect to be executed) as the “non-probable change stage” (in the limited frequency state). Switch to the next process (the process of step 2100), and the limited frequency state C is the final stay stage in the limited frequency state. In addition, also when No in Step 2052, Step 2054, Step 2064, Step 2070, or Step 2074, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 2100).

  Here, the lower part of the figure is an image diagram related to the number of stays in the stay stage. As shown in the figure, in the present embodiment, the stay stages are “limited frequency A-1”, “limited frequency A-2”, “limited frequency B-1”, “limited frequency B-2”, “Limited frequency C” and “non-probable variation stage” exist, and a plurality of stay stages exist in one limited frequency state. Note that the stay stage in the non-stochastic variation gaming state is only the “non-probability change stage”, but is not limited thereto, and a plurality of stay stages may be provided.

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the extended number of times control processing according to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the consecutive resort number control means SM27 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not the current stay stage is “limited frequency C” (final stay stage in the limited frequency state). judge. In the case of Yes in Step 2102, in Step 2104, the extended number of times control means SM27 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and performs the first specific operation of the sub input button SB in the stay stage (in this example, the cross It is determined whether the upper button of the key SB-2 and the sub input button SB are pressed at the same time. In the case of Yes in step 2104, in step 2106, the extended villa count control means SM27 determines that the extended villa count continuation flag (the situation in which the extended villa count should be cleared) in the flag area of the extended villa count related information temporary storage means SM27b. (A flag that will not be cleared even after that) is turned on, and the process proceeds to step 2108. Note that if the result of step 2102 or step 2104 is No, the process proceeds to step 2108.

  Next, in step 2108, the consecutive resort number control means SM27 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the symbol variation of a predetermined number of times (in this example, 20 times) after the “limited frequency C” ends. It is determined whether or not it has been completed. In the case of Yes in step 2108, in step 2110, the consecutive resort number control means SM27 refers to the flag area of the consecutive resort number related information temporary storage means SM27b and determines whether or not the consecutive resort number continuation flag is off. . In the case of Yes in step 2110, in step 2112, the consecutive resort number control means SM27 clears the consecutive resort number counter SM23c2 (a counter for measuring the number of consecutive games in the special game to be added in step 2910) to zero. 2114. Note that if the result is No in step 2108 or step 2110, the process also proceeds to step 2114.

  Next, in step 2114, the consecutive resort number control means SM27 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and maintains the non-probability variation gaming state without shifting to the probability variation gaming state. Standby demonstration production (production that can be executed when a period during which game balls do not enter all winning holes continues for a predetermined period or more) at a predetermined number of times (in this example, twice) It is determined whether or not it has been executed. In the case of Yes in step 2114, in step 2116, the consecutive resort number control means SM27 turns off the consecutive resort number continuation flag in the flag area of the consecutive resort number related information temporary storage means SM27b and performs the next processing (in step 2200). Process). Note that the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2200) also in the case of No in step 2114. In the present embodiment, it is configured to turn on / off the consecutive resort count continuation flag depending on whether or not the standby demonstration effect is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is determined that the game is not progressing. In addition, it may be configured to turn off the consecutive resort count continuation flag. In the present embodiment, it is configured that the consecutive resort count continuation flag can be turned on when the stay stage is “limited frequency C”, but the stay stage is “limited frequency C”. When the variation mode of the main game symbol is determined with reference to the frequency table 3, the variation time is all 5 seconds, and the predetermined time (5 seconds) that can surely execute the specific operation described above can be secured. It is configured as follows. Moreover, in this embodiment, although it comprised so that the frequency | count of consecutive resorts could be maintained by performing specific operation using sub input button SB and cross key SB-2, it is not limited to this, By executing the specific operation, it is possible to maintain information such as accumulated data (for example, accumulated information related to the defeated enemy characters) of the rendering mode acquired by consecutive games and the number of game balls acquired by the consecutive games. It may be configured. In addition, the operation valid period during which the number of consecutive resorts can be maintained by the specific operation is not limited to the configuration of the present embodiment. For example, the operation valid period may be during the symbol variation time at the “limited frequency C”. A predetermined period during the symbol variation at “frequency C” (for example, from the start of the symbol variation until the end of the effect to notify the success / failure result of the variation, the operation is invalid, and the stop timing of the main game symbol relating to the variation after the notification of the success / failure result Or the like may be only the operation valid period.

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the effect stage determination process during ST according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. First, in step 2202, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a command related to the remaining number of probable changes has been received. In this example, since the number of times of probability change and the number of time reductions are the same number (181 times), the processing related to the number of times of probability change of the processing of this subroutine may be the processing related to the time reduction number. In the case of Yes in Step 2202, in Step 2204, the background effect display control means SM23 combines other than the most significant bit of EVENT data (first EVENT data and second EVENT data) in the command with the same MODE data. Then calculate the remaining number of probability changes and store it temporarily. As described above, in this embodiment, since the value related to the remaining number of probable changes that can be transmitted with one EVENT data is 127, the number of probable changes with a maximum number of 181 and the number of time reductions are two EVENT data. Are combined to calculate values (see FIG. 28 for the combining method).

  In the present embodiment, when the stay stages are switched, the number of remaining probability variation is changed when switching within the same limited frequency state (for example, when switching from “limited frequency A-1” to “limited frequency A-2”). When the stay stage is switched simultaneously with the switching of the limited frequency state (for example, when switching from “limited frequency A-2” to “limited frequency B-1”), the command related to the remaining limited frequency count is referred to In such a configuration, in the case of a stay stage switching in which the selection tendency of the variation mode of the main game symbol is different, the command related to the limited frequency is referred to, Refer to the command related to consistent information such as the number of remaining probable changes in the case of stay stage switching that does not differ in the selection tendency of the main game symbol variation mode. And thus capable of efficiently manage staying stage between. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a command related to the remaining limited frequency may be referred to when all stay stages are switched.

  Next, FIG. 28 is an image diagram schematically showing the combination of MODE data and EVENT data. In this figure, a case where the remaining probability variation number 181 is transmitted is illustrated. As described above, when transmitting the remaining probability variation number 181 times, first, “01H” indicating the remaining probability variation number is transmitted as the first MODE data, and then “10000001” as the first event data. (The most significant bit is “1”, which is the identification data bit of EVENT data) is transmitted, and then “01H” indicating the number of remaining probable changes is transmitted as the second MODE data, and then 2 As the EVENT data for the first time, “10110101” (the most significant bit is “1”, which is an EVENT data identification bit) is transmitted. Next, the EVENT data for the first time and the EVENT data for the second time are both “00000001”, which is a bit string of MODE data “01H”. Recognize that these instruction contents should be combined. Note that it may be configured to determine whether or not to combine according to the type of MODE data.

  The first EVENT data is “10000001”, and the second EVENT data is “10110101”. The sub control board S combines the lower 7 bits excluding the most significant bit (in this example, “1”) of each EVENT data. As a combination rule, the bit string transmitted earlier is higher and the bit string transmitted later is lower. Accordingly, the sub-control board S recognizes that the combined 14-bit bit string “00000010110101” is “181” in decimal notation and indicates the instruction content of “the remaining probability variation number 181 times”. Note that the bit string transmitted earlier may be lower and the bit string transmitted later may be higher.

  Next, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the story mode display control process according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current non-time-reduced gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the story mode state switchable timing (on / off of a story mode execution flag described later is sub-input) This timing is switchable by the operation of the button, and in this example, the symbol is changing, the button effect is being executed, and the super reach is not being held, or there is a hold and the symbol is stopped, or the hold is 0 and It is a period until 5 seconds elapses from the fluctuation stop, or a period mode is 0 and the story mode execution flag is turned on when 5 seconds elapses from the fluctuation stop and 75 seconds elapse after the fluctuation stop). To do. In the case of Yes in step 2304, in step 2306, the background effect display control means SM23 determines whether or not a predetermined operation of the sub input button SB (in this example, pressing of the sub input button SB) has been performed. In the case of Yes in step 2306, in step 2308, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and the story mode execution flag (the story mode effect turned on in step 2310 is turned on). It is determined whether or not (a flag to be displayed at a displayable timing) is off. In the case of Yes in step 2308, in step 2310, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the story mode execution flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to step 2314. On the other hand, if No in Step 2302 or No in Step 2308, in Step 2312, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the story mode execution flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, Control goes to step 2314. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2304 or Step 2308, the process proceeds to Step 2314.

  Next, in step 2314, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and determines whether or not the story mode execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2314, in step 2316, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the current story mode displayable timing (the timing at which the story mode effect can be displayed is shown in this example. Then, the symbol is changing, the button effect is not being executed, and the super reach is not being held, the hold is present and the symbol is stopped, the hold is 0, and the period from the stop of the change is 5 seconds, It is determined whether or not the story mode execution flag is turned on when 5 seconds have passed since the fluctuation stop and the period is 75 seconds after the fluctuation stop). In the case of Yes in step 2316, in step 2318, the background effect display control means SM23 displays a story mode effect (an effect that can be displayed when the story mode execution flag is on, which will be described in detail in FIG. 30). Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2400). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2314 or step 2316, in step 2320, the background effect display control means SM23 hides the story mode effect and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2400). In the present embodiment, when the story mode execution flag is on when there are 0 suspensions and 5 seconds have elapsed from the stop of the change, the story mode effect is produced during the period from 5 seconds to 75 seconds after the stop of the change. Can be displayed, but in the case of the configuration of the present embodiment, when the story mode execution flag is once turned off from on during the period from the fluctuation stop to the elapse of 5 seconds to 75 seconds. Is configured so that the story mode effect is not displayed even if the sub input button SB is subsequently pressed. The present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and in the period from the change stop to the passage of 5 to 75 seconds, the display / non-display of the story mode effect is switched over and over every time the sub input button SB is pressed (story mode). The execution flag may be switched on and off).

  Next, FIG. 30 is an image diagram related to the story mode effect. In the same figure, the situation where one change of the main game symbol is finished and the main game symbol does not change thereafter is illustrated. First, the upper part of FIG. When the sub input button SB is pressed while the symbol variation is being executed in the non-time shortening gaming state and the non-stochastic variation gaming state, the story mode effect is executed and the story mode execution flag is turned on. Thereafter, a button effect (normal button effect) is executed while the symbol is changing, and the story mode effect is not displayed during execution of the button effect (because an operation of the sub input button SB is required for the button effect). Then, the story mode effect is redisplayed when the button effect ends. After that, the super reach effect is executed, and the story mode effect is hidden again (because the player's attention concentrates on whether or not it is a big hit). Thereafter, the change is stopped and displayed in the lost pattern and the story mode effect is displayed again. Thereafter, the variation stop state of the main game symbol is continued, and after 75 seconds from the variation stop of the main game symbol, the story mode effect is not displayed, the sound / lamp adjustment screen is displayed, and the story mode execution flag is turned off.

  Next, the lower part of FIG. The symbol variation is executed in the non-time-reduced gaming state and the non-stochastic variation gaming state, and the decorative symbol (main game symbol) is stopped without executing the pressing of the sub input button SB. Thereafter, the sound / lamp adjustment screen is displayed 5 seconds after the decoration symbol (main game symbol) is stopped. As described above, when the story mode effect is not executed, it is determined that the player does not intend to view the story mode effect, and the sound / lamp is earlier than when the story mode effect is executed. The adjustment screen is configured to be displayed. The display of the story mode effect is configured not to overlap the display of the decorative symbol on the effect display device SG. Further, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured not to overlap with the hold display, or to display a second decorative symbol that is displayed so as not to confuse the player when the decorative symbol is not displayed. You may comprise so that it may not be overlapped with the display of the said 2nd decoration symbol (for example, it displays smaller than the display of a decoration symbol on the upper left stage of the effect display device SG during the period when the cut-in effect is displayed). . Further, the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2 are used for the period in which the ON / OFF of the story mode execution flag is valid, the period in which the sound / lamp adjustment screen is displayed, and the period in which the button effect is executed. The lighting mode may be different (high-speed flashing, low-speed flashing, lighting, color is different, etc.). Although not shown, in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, information regarding whether or not the operation of the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2 is valid and information regarding whether or not the story mode effect is displayed. Is configured to be included in the data of the game effect lamp (for example, the data indicating that the story mode effect is not displayed is included in the lamp data at the time of super reach execution). As an effect related to the story mode, an effect that informs the player that the story mode effect can be executed in the gaming machine according to this example may be provided. Then, it may be configured such that a character appears and an effect of displaying a line “You can see the story when you press the sub input button!” Is displayed.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the sound / lamp adjustment display control process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the sound / lamp control means SM28 determines whether the sound / lamp adjustment display flag in the flag area of the sound / lamp related information temporary storage means SM28b is on. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the sound / lamp control means SM28 displays a sound / lamp adjustment effect (an effect that informs the player that the sound volume and the brightness of various game effect lamps D26 can be adjusted). To do. In this example, when the upper button of the cross key SB-2 is operated when the sound / lamp adjustment display flag is turned on, the volume is increased, and when the lower button of the cross key SB-2 is operated, the volume is decreased, and the cross key SB-2. When the right button is operated, the brightness of the lamp is increased, and when the left button of the cross key SB-2 is operated, the brightness of the lamp is decreased. Next, in step 2406, the sound / lamp control means SM28 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not a game ball has entered any of the winning holes. In the case of Yes in step 2406, in step 2408, the sound / lamp control means SM28 hides the sound lamp adjustment effect and displays the normal effect based on the variation pattern of the decorative symbol. Next, in step 2410, the sound / lamp control means SM28 turns off the sound / lamp adjustment display flag in the flag area of the sound / lamp related information temporary storage means SM28b, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 2500). Transition.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2402, in step 2412, the sound / lamp control means SM28 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current non-time-saving gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2412, in step 2414, the sound / lamp control means SM28 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether the symbol is currently stopped and the special game is not being executed. In the case of Yes in step 2414, in step 2416, the sound / lamp control means SM28 refers to the sound / lamp related information temporary storage means SM28b and determines whether or not the sound / lamp adjustment effect display conditions are satisfied. Here, the sound / lamp adjustment effect display condition satisfaction timing in this example is the execution of the story mode in the period of 0 on hold and 5 seconds from the fluctuation stop, the time of 0 hold and 5 seconds to 75 seconds from the fluctuation stop It is the timing when the flag is turned off, 0 on hold, and 75 seconds after the change stop. In the case of Yes in step 2416, in step 2418, the sound / lamp control means SM28 turns on the sound / lamp adjustment display flag in the flag area of the sound / lamp related information temporary storage means SM28b, and the next process (step 2500). The process proceeds to (1). It should be noted that the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2500) also in the case of No in step 2406, step 2412, step 2414 or step 2416.

  Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and from the main control board M side, a command (first main game symbol or second main game symbol) related to the occurrence of a new hold. It is determined whether or not (holding information relating to a game symbol) has been received. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b (in this example, a maximum of four for the first main game, Add “1” to the maximum number of second main games. Next, at step 2506, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 temporarily sends the new hold result and stop command information commands sent from the main control board M side to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Remember. Next, in step 2508, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the hold information (particularly, the change mode group, the change mode random number delimiter information, etc.) based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side. Temporary storage in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Note that if the main side does not transmit the information on the result of the determination, the stop symbol, the variation mode group, and the variation mode random number delimiter information, the information is stored in the hold information temporary storage area in step 2506 or step 2508. Will not be temporarily stored. Next, in step 2509, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 determines whether or not the new hold is a hold on the first main game side. In the case of Yes in step 2509, in step 2550, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 executes a first main game winning prefetch determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2520. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2509, in step 2650, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 executes a second main game winning prefetch determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2520.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2502, whether the drawing hold information display control means SM22 received the symbol variation display start instruction command from the main control board M side with reference to the main information temporary storage means SM11b in step 2511. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2511, in step 2512, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2514, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 displays the hold information related to the symbol change (particularly, the result of the determination, the stop symbol information, the change mode group, and the change mode random number delimiter information) as the drawing hold information. While deleting from the temporary storage means SM22b, the remaining hold information is shifted. Next, in step 2516, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 turns on the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to step 2520. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2511, the process proceeds to Step 2520.

  Next, in step 2520, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 is placed in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b on the effect display device SG (in particular, the first hold display portion SG12 and the second hold display portion SG13). The number of on-hold display lamps equal to the number of the on-hold display counters in FIG. 5 is lit in white (if the on-hold display mode does not change, the on-hold display mode is white) and displayed for the next process (step 2700). Transition.

  Next, FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the first main game winning prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2550 in FIG. This process will be described in two parts: a process related to the prohibition condition of the pre-read lottery and a process related to the pre-read lottery. In the former prefetch lottery prohibition process, first, in step 2552, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and holds the second main game hold (first main hold) in the hold. It is determined whether or not there is a hold that is digested in preference to the game side. In the case of Yes in step 2552, in step 2554, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current gaming state is not the time reduction gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2554, in step 2558, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and there is a hold having information indicating that the trigger is held in the hold. Judge whether or not there is. Here, the trigger hold is a hold that is won in a pre-read lottery at the time of winning (first pre-game lottery at the time of winning a first main game, pre-read lottery at the time of second main game win). In the case of Yes in step 2558, in step 2560, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and whether there is a big hit hold before the new hold. Determine whether. If Yes in step 2560, the process proceeds to step 2562.

  Next, in the processing related to the latter prefetch lottery, first, in step 2562, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold is a big hit. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2562, in step 2564, the holding pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k executes a pre-reading lottery for winning winning with a predetermined probability (1/3 in this example) for the new holding, Control goes to step 2574. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2562, in step 2568, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and whether or not the new hold variation mode group is group 3 or not. Determine whether. Note that when determining whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed, it may be configured to determine whether or not the prefetch lottery can be executed in consideration of the variation mode random number separation information. In the case of Yes in step 2568, in step 2570, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k executes a prefetch lottery for winning winning with a predetermined probability (1/10 in this example) for the new hold, Control goes to step 2574. Note that if the result is No in step 2568, the process proceeds to step 2574.

  Next, in step 2574, the pending pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines whether or not the winning pre-read lottery is won. In the case of Yes in step 2574, in step 2576, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k is set to “trigger hold” for the new hold in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b that wins the winning pre-read lottery. Information to that effect is added and temporarily stored, and the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2512).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2552 (when the second main game hold is present in the hold), in step 2578, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k is temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Delete the information indicating "trigger hold" from the stored hold information (if there is no hold in the hold with information indicating that the trigger is held, this process is not executed and the next The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2520). In addition, also in the case of No in step 2554, step 2558, step 2560, or step 2574, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2520). In the process of step 2578, when there is a hold on the second main game side (occurrence), in the second main game side preferential digestion gaming machine as in this embodiment, the newly generated second main game This is a configuration for avoiding a situation in which the pre-reading effect over a plurality of variations is not executed normally because the game-side suspension is consumed first, so that the planned variation order is not achieved. In addition, as a prohibition condition of the pre-read lottery, a condition that whether or not there is a hold of a specific variation mode group (or a hold of specific variation mode random number separator information) in the hold before the new hold is set as a prohibition condition Also good.

  Next, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of prefetch determination processing at the time of second main game winning according to the subroutine of step 2600 in FIG. This process will be described in two parts: a process related to the prohibition condition of the pre-read lottery and a process related to the pre-read lottery. In the former prefetch lottery prohibition process, first, in step 2602, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and whether or not the current gaming state is a time-reduced gaming state. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 2602, in step 2604, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and there is a hold having information indicating that the trigger is held in the hold. Judge whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 2604, in step 2606, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and whether there is a big hit hold before the new hold. Determine whether. If YES in step 2606, the process proceeds to step 2608.

  Next, in the processing related to the latter prefetch lottery, first, in step 2608, the hold prefetch effect execution possibility determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold is a big hit. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2608, in step 2610, the holding pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k executes a winning pre-read lottery to win with a predetermined probability (1/3 in this example) for the new hold. Control goes to step 2620. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2608, in step 2612, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and whether or not the new hold variation mode group is group C. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 2612, in step 2616, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k executes a winning pre-read lottery for winning with a predetermined probability (1/5 in this example) for the new hold. Control goes to step 2620. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2612, the process proceeds to step 2620.

  Next, in step 2620, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines whether or not the winning pre-read lottery is won. In the case of Yes in step 2620, in step 2622, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k is set to “trigger hold” for the new hold won in the winning pre-read lottery in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Information to that effect is added and temporarily stored, and the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 2520). It should be noted that if the result of step 2602, step 2604, step 2606, or step 2620 is No, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2520).

  Next, FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2700 in FIG. First, at step 2702, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2702, in step 2704, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2706, the design display content determination means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determination means SM24n, the reach effect display content determination means SM25n) are temporarily stored in the main information temporary storage means SM11b (symbol information ( Referring to the stop symbol / variation mode relating to the main game symbol) and the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol {for example, when the stop symbol relating to the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol Is determined to be a flat pattern such as “7.7.7” or a lost symbol such as “1.3.5”} and a variation mode, and the display display related information temporary storage means SM21b ( And temporary notice related information temporary storage means SM24b and reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b).

  Next, in step 2750, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n executes button effect content determination processing described later. Next, in step 2712, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n determines effect contents other than the button effect based on the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol. Next, in step 2712, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to the next processing (step 2800 processing). Transition. In the case of No in step 2702, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2800).

  FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the button effect content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2750 in FIG. First, in step 2752, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not there is a trigger hold in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2752, in step 2753, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the variation mode group of the symbol variation is group 3 or group C (average value of variation time). It is determined whether or not the fluctuation mode group is the longest. In the case of Yes in step 2753, in step 2754, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n determines the display related to the button effect as a special button image. In this example, the button effect in which the special button image is displayed is the special button effect. Next, in step 2756, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n determines the special button effect execution timing (determines which timing of the button effect effective time and the button effect execution time is in the variation). In this example, the button effect (normal button effect, special button effect) is configured to be executed at a plurality of timings in symbol variation. Next, in step 2758, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n is within the button input effective time (in this example, 5 seconds, longer than 3 seconds which is the shortest fluctuation time when referring to the limited frequency table 2). The cut-in effect content (a plurality of cut-in effects having different jackpot expectations are provided) to be executed when the sub input button SB is pressed is determined. Next, in Step 2760, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the trigger hold is a big hit hold. In the case of Yes in step 2760, in step 2762, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 changes the display mode after change of trigger hold (hold display mode that changes after the sub input button SB is pressed) to the hold display mode determination table (big hit) Time), the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2710). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2760, in step 2764, the post-change display mode of the trigger hold (the hold display mode that changes after the sub input button SB is pressed) is determined with reference to the hold display mode determination table (when lost). The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2710).

  Here, the two tables at the bottom of the figure are a hold display mode determination table (at the time of a big hit) and a hold display mode determination table (at the time of a loss). In the present embodiment, the types of display modes that can be selected when determining the display mode of the trigger hold that can change during execution of the special button effect with reference to the hold display mode determination table (at the time of big hit) are rainbow and red , Green and blue, and there are three types of display modes that can be selected when determining with reference to the hold display mode determination table (at the time of losing), the hold display mode A lottery will be drawn using a random number dedicated to the decision. Note that red is most easily selected when referring to the hold display mode determination table (at the time of big hit), while blue is most easily selected when referring to the hold display mode determination table (when lost). The expectation degree for each jackpot is selected only when the rainbow color is a big hit, and the colors other than the rainbow color are in descending order of the expectation degree, from red to green to blue. Note that the display mode that can be changed is merely an example, and there is no problem even if the number of types is changed or the color that can be changed is changed. In addition, in this example, it is configured so that the expected degree of big hit can be suggested by the display color of the hold, but is not limited to this, for example, in the case of big hit (or combined with the expected degree of big hit) The game state after the execution of the special game may be suggested (in such a case, the transition rate to the probability variation game state and / or the time shortening game state is different depending on the jackpot symbol. It is desirable to configure it to In addition, when configured in such a manner, in particular, in the probability variation gaming state, the expectation level for transition to the probability variation gaming state after the execution of the special game when the suspension display color is a big hit by the suspension By constructing to suggest (for example, if the hold display color is red, the probability change probability is high, if it is blue, the probability change expectation is low, etc.), the probability variation gaming state advantageous to the player continues or ends. It is possible to carry out an effective performance.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the hold display mode is changed, the jackpot expectation can be different depending on the display mode selected from a plurality of types of hold display modes. Further, it may be configured such that the hold change effect can be executed a plurality of times during the execution of the prefetch effect (from the timing of winning the prefetch lottery to the end of the change of the main game symbol related to the trigger hold) Sometimes the hold display mode changes, and then the hold display mode changes again when the special button effect occurs, etc.). In this way, for example, when the hold display mode changes twice during execution of the pre-reading effect (from when the trigger hold occurs until the symbol variation related to the trigger hold ends), the first hold display When the display mode of the hold that changes due to the change of the mode is blue, the display mode of the hold that changes due to the change of the second hold display mode is set to green or red, that is, the hold display mode is It is desirable that the display mode changes (ranks up) to a holding display mode with a high jackpot expectation level every time it changes (in order not to impair the player's expectation). In addition, when the first change in the hold display mode becomes the hold display mode with the highest expectation degree of jackpot (for example, rainbow color), the special button effect may be configured not to be executed (more hold display) Because there is no point in changing the aspect). In addition, since the button effect is configured to be executed at various timings during the symbol variation, it is easy to configure the button effect to be executed based on the occurrence of a new hold during the symbol variation (for example, a button When the performance execution timing is 15 seconds after the start of fluctuation and a new hold occurs 5 seconds after the start of fluctuation, a special button effect can be executed for the new hold) You can expect (always) the execution of special button effects at almost every timing during the fluctuation time.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart, in the case of No in step 2752, in step 2766, the notice effect display content determination unit SM24n refers to the main side information temporary storage unit SM11b, and the variation mode group of the symbol variation is group 3 or group It is determined whether or not C (variation mode group in which the average value of the variation time is the longest). In the case of Yes in step 2766, in step 2768, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n executes a button effect execution lottery that will be won with a predetermined probability (1/3 in this example). Next, in step 2770, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n refers to the lottery result and determines whether or not the lottery is won. In the case of Yes in step 2770, in step 2772, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n determines the display related to the button effect as a normal button image. In this example, the button effect in which the normal button image is displayed is the normal button effect. Next, in step 2774, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n determines the normal button effect execution timing (determines which timing of the button effect effective time and the button effect execution time is in the variation). In this example, the button effect (normal button effect, special button effect) is configured to be executed at a plurality of timings in symbol variation. Next, in step 2776, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n is within the button input valid time (in this example, 5 seconds, which is shorter than 3 seconds which is the shortest variation time when referring to the limited frequency table 2). The cut-in effect content (a plurality of cut-in effects having different jackpot expectations are provided) to be executed when the sub input button SB is pressed is determined for the next process (the process of step 2710). Transition. It should be noted that even if No in step 2753, step 2766, or step 2770, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2710). As described above, in this embodiment, the button effect includes the normal button effect and the special button effect. In the normal button effect, only the cut-in effect is executed when the sub input button SB is pressed within the button effective time. On the other hand, in the special button effect, when the sub input button SB is pressed within the button effective time, the cut-in effect and the effect of changing the hold display mode are executed. Is an effect capable of changing a plurality of effect elements. Further, in this example, the special button effect can be executed at all timings when the button effect can be executed, and the player can select the special button (not the normal button effect) for all the button effects. It is possible to have a sense of expectation when the production is executed. In addition, the button effect is configured so that there are a plurality of effect modes and effect execution timings. However, in any of the effect modes and timings, when the special button effect is executed, there is a variation in the pattern being executed. It is configured to have two roles of suggesting the degree of expectation that is a big hit and changing the hold display mode (the meaning of displaying the special button effect is common).

  Next, FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2800 in FIG. First, in step 2802, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2802, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b in step 2804. Next, in step 2806, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2809, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 starts the drawing variation time management timer SM21t, and proceeds to step 2810. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2802, the process proceeds to Step 2810.

  Next, in step 2810, the decorative design display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the design changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2810, in step 2811, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms the timer value of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2812, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the decorative symbol change start timing based on the drawing change time management timer SM21t and the change mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether it has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2812, in step 2814, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol variable display command (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, the process proceeds to step 2824.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2812, in step 2816, the decoration symbol display control means SM21 decorates the decoration based on the drawing variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether or not the symbol stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2816, in step 2818, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (temporary stop display command) (the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process in step 2999). The process proceeds to step 2824.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2816, in step 2820, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and reach effect display control means SM25), the drawing change time management timer SM21t and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b (and reach effect). Based on the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the related information temporary storage means SM25b), it is determined whether the display timing of the preview image or the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2820, in step 2822, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and reach effect display control means SM25) set the image display command related to the notice image and the reach image (display command transmission control processing in step 2999). And the process proceeds to step 2824. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2820, the process proceeds to Step 2824.

  Next, in step 2824, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the drawing variation time management timer SM21t and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and determines whether or not the button effect execution timing has been reached. If Yes in step 2824, a button effect execution process described later is executed in step 2850, and the process proceeds to step 2830. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2824, the process proceeds to step 2830.

  Next, at step 2830, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, referring to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, the main game from the main control board M side). It is determined whether or not information indicating that the symbol is stopped and displayed has been received). In the case of Yes in step 2830, in step 2831, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (deterministic display command) (transmits to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). To do). Next, in step 2832, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2834, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to the next processing (processing of step 2900). To do. Note that if the answer is No in step 2810 or step 2830, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2490).

  Next, FIG. 38 is a flowchart of the button effect execution process according to the subroutine of step 2850 in FIG. First, in step 2852, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not the symbol variation is a variation in which the normal button effect is executed. In the case of Yes in step 2852, in step 2854, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n displays the normal button effect. Next, in step 2856, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and determines whether or not the sub input button SB has been pressed. In the case of Yes in step 2856, in step 2858, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n deletes the displayed normal button image, executes the determined cut-in effect, and proceeds to step 2864. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2856, in step 2860, the notice effect display content determining means SM24n refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and whether the button input valid time (in this example, 5 seconds) has ended. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2860, in step 2862, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n erases the displayed normal button image, and proceeds to step 2864.

  Next, in step 2864, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n finishes the button effect in the symbol variation (the button effect execution timing in the symbol variation ends), and performs the next process (the process in step 2830). ). Even in the case of No in step 2860, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2830).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2852, in step 2866, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n displays a special button image. Next, in step 2868, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and determines whether or not the sub input button SB has been pressed. In the case of Yes in step 2868, in step 2869, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n deletes the displayed special button image and executes the determined cut-in effect. Next, in step 2870, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n displays the hold in the determined post-change hold display mode (for example, the hold display mode changes from white to red), and the process proceeds to step 2876. . On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2868, in step 2872, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and whether the button input valid time (5 seconds in this example) has ended Determine whether or not. If YES in step 2872, the special button image displayed is deleted in step 2874, and the process proceeds to step 2876.

  Next, in step 2876, the notice effect display content determination means SM24n ends the button effect in the symbol variation (the button effect execution timing in the symbol variation ends), and performs the next process (the process in step 2830). ). Even in the case of No in step 2872, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2830). In the present embodiment, when the special button effect is executed, the hold display mode is always changed by pressing the sub input button SB. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the sub-input button SB is pressed when an operation is executed, an effect that does not change the hold display mode (a so-called gas effect) may be provided. In addition, when a special button effect is executed, a gaze effect that causes the player to execute a normal button effect (for example, after a sword effect that is likely to change from a normal button image to a special button image is executed, the Instead, an effect that a normal button image is displayed) may be provided.

  Next, FIG. 39 is a button effect execution image diagram. In the same figure, one change of the main game symbol is shown. First, the operation when the normal button effect and the button effect are executed 5 seconds after the start of fluctuation will be described in detail. The normal button effect is executed 5 seconds after the start of the change in the pattern change in the state where there are three holds and the non-time-reduced game state. The cut-in effect is executed by pressing the sub input button SB while the normal button effect is being executed (during the button input effective time). Thereafter, the reach effect is executed, and the effect related to the symbol variation is executed. Next, the action when the special button effect and the button effect are executed 5 seconds after the start of the change will be described in detail. The special button effect is executed 5 seconds after the start of the change during the change of the symbol in the state where there are three holds and the non-time-saving game state. By pressing the sub input button SB during the execution of the special button effect (during the button input effective time), the cut-in effect is executed and the hold display mode of the trigger hold changes. Thereafter, the reach effect is executed, and the effect related to the symbol variation is executed.

  Next, the operation when the normal button effect and the button effect are executed 10 seconds after the start of fluctuation will be described in detail. 10 seconds after the start of change during the change of symbols in the three-pending state and the non-time-reduced gaming state, the left symbol and the right symbol are temporarily stopped (non-reach) and a normal button effect is executed immediately after. . The cut-in effect is executed by pressing the sub input button SB while the normal button effect is being executed (during the button input effective time). Thereafter, the left symbol and the right symbol are temporarily stopped at the same symbol, the reach effect is executed, and the effect related to the symbol variation is executed. Next, the operation when the special button effect and the button effect are executed 10 seconds after the start of the change will be described in detail. 10 seconds after the start of change during the change of symbols in the state of three on-hold and non-time-reduced gaming state, the left symbol and the right symbol are temporarily stopped (non-reach) and a special button effect is executed immediately after. . By pressing the sub input button SB during the execution of the special button effect (during the button input effective time), the cut-in effect is executed and the hold display mode of the trigger hold changes. Thereafter, the left symbol and the right symbol are temporarily stopped at the same symbol, the reach effect is executed, and the effect related to the symbol variation is executed.

  Thus, in the present embodiment, the button effect is configured to be executed at various timings during symbol variation, and the normal button effect is obtained by pressing the sub input button SB during the button input effective time. While only cut-in effects are executed (only one type of effect is executed), special button effects are held by pressing the sub input button SB during the button input effective time, and holding the cut-in effect and trigger hold. Two types of effects, that is, a change in display mode, are executed. Even when a button effect is executed, the button input effective time depends on whether the button effect to be executed is a normal button effect or a special button effect. The number of types of effects generated when the sub input button SB is pressed is different. Further, in the present embodiment, it is configured so that there is only one trigger hold, but the present invention is not limited to this, and it is configured so that there can be a plurality of hold at the same time, and a plurality of hold by one special button effect. You may comprise so that the hold display mode of may change. Further, the special button effect may be configured not to be executed when the expected degree of jackpot of the symbol variation is high (for example, when the variation is a jackpot variation).

  Next, FIG. 40 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2900 in FIG. First, in step 2902, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and determines whether or not the special gaming flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2902, in step 2904, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2904, in step 2910, the background effect display control means SM23 adds 1 (increment) to the value of the extended game count counter SM23c2. Next, in step 2912 and step 2914, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the special game flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and makes a big hit on the effect display device SG. A start display is performed (appropriate display is performed based on the type of jackpot), and the process proceeds to step 2916. Note that if the result in Step 2902 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2916.

  Next, in step 2916, the background effect display control means SM23 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winnings on the effect display device SG based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main side (gameability and jackpot It may be executed as needed based on the type). Next, in step 2918, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the consecutive resort number counter SM23c2, and determines whether or not the counter value is a predetermined value (for example, 10) or more. In the case of Yes in step 2918, in step 2922, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command related to the display of the ending effect (the effect that can be executed in the special game when the consecutive resort number counter value reaches the predetermined value). , Step 2926 is entered. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2918, in step 2924, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command related to the big hit progress display, and proceeds to step 2926. Note that the conditions for executing the ending effects are not limited to this. For example, the number of consecutive games during a specific game, the total number of winning games at the time of consecutive games, all kinds of specific effects are generated, etc. Or you may comprise so that it may be performed when the conditions used as a some combination are satisfy | filled.

  By configuring in this way, it is possible to make the effect displayed during the jackpot execution a special effect based on the number of consecutive hits on the jackpot (it is regarded as a hitch unless the consecutive count counter SM23c2 is cleared). It is configured as follows.

  Next, in step 2926, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2926, in step 2928, the background effect display control means SM23 performs jackpot end display on the effect display device SG (performs appropriate display based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2930, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special game flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2999). . Note that if the result is No in step 2904 or step 2926, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 2999).

  By configuring as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, when transmitting a command related to the remaining limited frequency, a command related to MODE data and a command related to EVENT data are sent once. When transmitting the command related to the remaining probability variation number and the remaining short time count, the command relating to the MODE data and the command relating to the EVENT data are configured to be transmitted twice, so that the number of fluctuations for all stays can be reduced. A command related to the remaining limited frequency that is within 127 times can be transmitted with a minimum command transmission frequency of 1 and is related to the remaining probability variation number and the remaining short time frequency with a stay variation number of 128 or more. The command transmits a command related to MODE data and a command related to EVENT data twice, and the sub control board Can recognize the number of more than 128 times by combining the commands related to the EVENT data on the side, it becomes possible to minimum and appropriate transmission and reception of commands capable gaming machine.

(Modification 1 from this embodiment)
In the present embodiment, the EVENT data when transmitting a command relating to the remaining probability variation number and the remaining short time count has the most significant bit as an identification bit, and the remaining 7 bits are information relating to the remaining certain variation number and the remaining short time number. However, the command transmission mode is not limited to this, and the configuration of this embodiment can be realized as other command contents. Therefore, such a configuration is referred to as a first modification from the present embodiment, and only the changes from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 41 is an example of the remaining probability variation number and remaining short time number command contents in the first modification from the present embodiment. The change from the present embodiment is that order data is provided in the EVENT data. The EVENT data indicates the number of times the most significant bit is an identification bit, and the second and third bits are commands. It is an ordering bit. Further, the lower 5 bits of the EVENT data are bits relating to the remaining number of probable changes and the remaining number of short times. With this configuration, the numerical information that can be transmitted by one EVENT data is reduced to 5 bits, but the order of the transmitted MODE data and EVENT data can be easily determined, and command transmission In this case, it is possible to configure so that a serious problem hardly occurs when an error occurs.

  Next, FIG. 42 is a command combination image diagram in the first modification from the present embodiment. The change from this embodiment is that the bit related to the numerical information in the EVENT data is 5 bits because the EVENT data is provided with the ordinal bits. The order bit of the first EVENT data is “01”, and the bit related to the numerical information of the first EVENT data is “00101”. The order bit of the second EVENT data is “00”, and the bit related to the numerical information of the second EVENT data is “10101”. By combining the bits related to the numerical information of the two transmitted ENT data, a 10-bit bit string of “0010110101” is formed and converted from binary to decimal. Will be recognized as 181 times. In the first modification from the present embodiment, the EVENT data (second EVENT data) to be transmitted last in the order bit is “00”. With this configuration, the number of transmissions differs. Even when various data are present (even when there is information to be transmitted with three EVENT data or information to be transmitted with four EVENT data), the last order bit becomes “00”. It is possible to be a gaming machine with a unified specification (it is easy to ensure that all commands can be transmitted without loss) (as an example of an ordering bit when transmitting four pieces of EVENT data, (First time: “11”, second time: “10”, third time: “01”, fourth time: “00”). Further, as a configuration example of a gaming machine in which various data having different numbers of transmissions exist, for example, when the maximum value of the probability variation count (initial value set in the probability variation count counter MP51c) is 200 times, the remaining probability variation count When MODE is 200 to 32 times, MODE data and EVENT data are transmitted twice, and when the remaining probability variation is 31 times or less, MODE data and EVENT data are transmitted once. In addition, a command related to one type of numerical information (for example, the remaining number of likely variations) may be configured such that the number of command transmissions can be different (for example, it can be different depending on the remaining number of certain variations).

  With the configuration as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment, by providing an ordering bit in the EVENT data, the numerical information that can be transmitted in one EVENT data is 5 bits. Although the order of the transmitted MODE data and EVENT data can be easily determined, it is possible to make it difficult to cause a serious problem when an error occurs during command transmission. It will be possible.

  As a command transmission mode according to the present example, for example, when transmitting a command related to MODE data relating to the remaining probability variation number, the first MODE data is set to “06H”, and the second MODE data is set to “07H”. The MODE data may be configured to include data indicating the order of the number of times of data, or may be configured to transmit in the order of “MODE data → EVENT data representing the order → EVENT data representing numerical information”. Also good. Also, the first EVENT data is “11111111” (127 times), the second EVENT data is “10110110” (54 times), and each of the two sent EVENT data is numerical information on the sub-control board S side. It may be configured to recognize and then add the two numerical information on the side of the sub control board S to recognize the remaining probability variation number and the remaining short time number (in the above example, 127 + 54 = 181 times).

(Summary)
The following concepts can be extracted (listed) based on the configuration shown in the above embodiments. However, the concepts listed below are merely examples, and the concepts based on the further configurations shown in the above embodiments are added to these concepts as well as the combination and separation (higher level conceptualization) of these listed concepts. May be.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (1)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A variable winning opening (for example, a first grand prize opening C10, a second big prize opening C20) capable of taking a closed state and an open state;
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) that acquires a random number based on the entrance to the starting port;
Based on the random numbers acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbols) for controlling to stop and display the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the game symbol display portion A21g and the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Control means MP11-C),
After the identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner, a special game capable of executing a special game that can make the variable winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) advantageous to the player. Execution means (for example, special game execution means MP33);
As a gaming state during the non-execution of the special game, there are a first gaming state and a second gaming state. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) that can be controlled to change from the first game state to the second game state after the unit has been played a predetermined number of times after entering the game state. When,
When the identification information variation display time is determined, the first variation state and the second variation state are included, and when the first variation state is reached, the identification information variation display start to stop display Change state transition control means (for example, specified) that can be controlled so that the first change state is changed to the second change state after the unit has been performed a specific number of times after the first change state is set. Game control means MP50),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) to the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) MT),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, the information transmission / reception control means SM40), the effect display content control means (for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)) For example, production display control means SM20),
When the game information is transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, it is transmitted as unit information that is a bit string with an upper limit of a predetermined number of bits. Configured to
When transmitting the information on the predetermined number of times from the main gaming unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub gaming unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, the information on the predetermined number of times is divided into a plurality of unit information. Are configured to send
When transmitting the information regarding the specific number of times from the main gaming unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, the information regarding the specific number of times is transmitted as one unit information. It is a pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (2)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A variable winning opening (for example, a first grand prize opening C10, a second big prize opening C20) capable of taking a closed state and an open state;
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) that acquires a random number based on the entrance to the starting port;
Based on the random numbers acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbols) for controlling to stop and display the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the game symbol display portion A21g and the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Control means MP11-C),
After the identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner, a special game capable of executing a special game that can make the variable winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) advantageous to the player. Execution means (for example, special game execution means MP33);
When there are a plurality of types of gaming states as a gaming state during the non-execution of a special game, and a certain type of gaming state is reached, the unit from the start of change display of the identification information to the stop display is used as one unit. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) that can be controlled to maintain the certain kind of game state until the one unit is performed a predetermined number of times after entering the game state; ,
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) to the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) MT),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, the information transmission / reception control means SM40), the effect display content control means (for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)) For example, production display control means SM20),
When the game information is transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, it is transmitted as unit information that is a bit string with an upper limit of a predetermined number of bits. Configured to
When the information regarding the predetermined number of times is transmitted from the main gaming unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub gaming unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, the information regarding the predetermined number of times is less than or less than the predetermined number of bits. In the case of being expressed by a bit string, the information on the predetermined number of times is transmitted in one unit information,
When the information regarding the predetermined number of times is transmitted from the main gaming unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub gaming unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, the information regarding the predetermined number of times exceeds or exceeds the predetermined number of bits. When expressed by a bit string, the information on the predetermined number of times is configured to be divided into a plurality of unit information and transmitted,
When the information regarding the predetermined number of times is divided into a plurality of unit information and transmitted, the order in which each of the plurality of unit information is transmitted is transmitted from the main game unit side to the sub game unit side. It is a pachinko game machine characterized by being.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (3)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A variable winning opening (for example, a first grand prize opening C10, a second big prize opening C20) capable of taking a closed state and an open state;
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) that acquires a random number based on the entrance to the starting port;
Based on the random numbers acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbols) for controlling to stop and display the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the game symbol display portion A21g and the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Control means MP11-C),
After the identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner, a special game capable of executing a special game that can make the variable winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) advantageous to the player. Execution means (for example, special game execution means MP33);
As a gaming state during the non-execution of the special game, there are a first gaming state and a second gaming state. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) that can be controlled to change from the first game state to the second game state after the unit has been played a predetermined number of times after entering the game state. When,
When the identification information variation display time is determined, the first variation state and the second variation state are included, and when the first variation state is reached, the identification information variation display start to stop display Change state transition control means (for example, specified) that can be controlled so that the first change state is changed to the second change state after the unit has been performed a specific number of times after the first change state is set. Game control means MP50),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) to the side of the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) MT),
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, the information transmission / reception control means SM40), the effect display content control means (for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)) For example, production display control means SM20),
When the game information is transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, it is transmitted as unit information that is a bit string with an upper limit of a predetermined number of bits. Configured to
When transmitting the information on the predetermined number of times from the main gaming unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub gaming unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, the information on the predetermined number of times is divided into a plurality of unit information. Are configured to send
When transmitting the information regarding the specific number of times from the main gaming unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side, the information regarding the specific number of times is transmitted as one unit information. Configured to
There are a plurality of types of effect display states as the effect display states depending on the control of the effect display contents, and the identification information includes a certain type of effect display state and a type of effect display state different from the certain type. The selection tendency related to the performance execution time of the effect performed in conjunction with the variable display of the game is configured to be different, and the information regarding the specific number of times is the main game unit (for example, the main control board M ) Side to the sub game part (for example, the sub control board S) side, it is configured to be able to switch from a certain type of effect display state to a type of effect display state different from the certain type. And
There are a plurality of types of effect display formats as an effect display format that depends on controlling the effect display contents in a certain type of effect display state, and a certain type of effect display format is different from the certain type. The effect display format is configured so that the selection tendency related to the effect execution time of the effect performed in conjunction with the variation display of the identification information is not different, and the information on the predetermined number of times is divided into the plurality of unit information. A type different from the certain type from the certain type of effect display format, triggered by transmission from the main gaming unit (for example, main control board M) side to the sub-game unit (for example, sub control board S) side The pachinko gaming machine is characterized in that it can be switched to an effect display format.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (4)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A sub-game unit (for example, the sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
An operation member (for example, sub input button SB, cross key SB-2) that can be operated by a player,
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10) , Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
Based on the random number acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the result of the determination Identification information display control for controlling to stop and display the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g) Means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C),
If the result of the determination of success / failure is winning, after the identification information is stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g), the player Special game execution means (for example, special game execution means MP33) capable of executing special games that can be advantageous to the player,
As a gaming state that depends on determining the variation display time of the identification information, it has at least a first variation state and a second variation state. The variable state control means that can control from the first variable state to the second variable state when the unit is performed a predetermined number of times after the first variable state is counted as one unit. (For example, limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52),
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission control means MT) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) side to the sub game section side;
More than the total number of patterns related to the variable display time of identification information that can be taken when the result of the determination of success / failure is non-winning, and the result of the determination of success / failure is non-winning. Is configured to be less than the total number of patterns related to the variable display time of identification information that can be taken,
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, the information transmission / reception control means SM40), the effect display content control means (for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)) For example, production display control means SM20),
When displaying the effect display contents linked with the variation display of the identification information in the second variation state and the result of the determination of success / failure is not won, the operation member (for example, the sub input button SB, the cross key SB-2) is configured to be provided with an effective operation time for accepting a predetermined operation.
The operation effective period is shorter than the shortest time in the variable display time of identification information that can be taken when the result of the determination of success / failure is non-winning in the second variation state, and the operation effective period is the first variation The pachinko gaming machine is configured so as to be longer than the shortest time in the variable display time of the identification information that can be taken when the result of the determination of success or failure is non-winning.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (5)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A sub-game unit (for example, the sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
An operation member (for example, sub input button SB, cross key SB-2) that can be operated by a player,
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10) , Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
Based on the random numbers acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbols) for controlling to stop and display the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the game symbol display portion A21g and the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Control means MP11-C),
Special game execution means (for example, special game execution means MP33) capable of executing a special game that can be advantageous to the player after the identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner;
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission control means MT) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) side to the sub game section side;
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, the information transmission / reception control means SM40), the effect display content control means (for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)) For example, production display control means SM20),
An operation instruction effect that is an effect display content that prompts a predetermined operation by the operation member (for example, the sub input button SB or the cross key SB-2) while displaying the effect display content linked with the variation display of the identification information. It can be displayed and has a first display mode and a second display mode as the display mode of the operation instruction effect. When displaying the operation instruction effect, it is displayed in either the first display mode or the second display mode. Configured to
It is possible to display the first notice effect that is the effect display content indicating the expected degree of execution of the special game, and the second effect display content that indicates the expected degree of execution of the special game and the effect display content is different from the first notice effect. A notice effect can be displayed,
When the operation instruction effect is displayed in the first display mode, if a predetermined operation is performed by the operation member (for example, the sub input button SB or the cross key SB-2), the first notice effect is displayed. However, it is configured not to display the second notice effect,
When the operation instruction effect is displayed in the second display mode, if a predetermined operation is performed by the operation member (for example, the sub input button SB or the cross key SB-2), the first notice effect is displayed. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine is configured to display a second notice effect.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (6)
A start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of displaying the effect;
A sub-game unit (for example, the sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
An operation member (for example, sub input button SB, cross key SB-2) that can be operated by a player,
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the start opening (for example, first main game start opening A10, second main game start opening B10) , Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B),
Based on the random numbers acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbols) for controlling to stop and display the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the game symbol display portion A21g and the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Control means MP11-C),
Special game execution means (for example, special game execution means MP33) capable of executing a special game that can be advantageous to the player after the identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner;
Game information transmitting means (for example, information transmission control means MT) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub game section (for example, sub control board S) side to the sub game section side;
The sub game part (for example, the sub control board S)
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game part (for example, main control board M) side;
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means (for example, the information transmission / reception control means SM40), the effect display content control means (for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)) For example, production display control means SM20),
When the identification information is stopped and displayed in conjunction with the variation display of the identification information, it is possible to display an effect design that is an effect display content for notifying whether or not the special game can be executed. When the stop display is made, the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG) is configured to display the effect symbols fixedly at a predetermined display position.
When a predetermined operation is performed with the operation member (for example, the sub input button SB and the cross key SB-2), the predetermined display position in the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG) is fixedly fixed. At a specific display position that does not overlap with the displayed effect design, it is configured to be able to display a specific effect that is an effect display content that operates independently without interlocking with the variation display of the identification information.
When the variation display of the identification information is not performed for a predetermined period and a specific operation is performed by the operation member (for example, the sub input button SB or the cross key SB-2), the sub game unit (for example, The output level of the sound output or lamp output controlled on the sub-control board S) side can be changed.
The pachinko gaming machine is configured such that a period during which a predetermined operation by the operation member is valid and a period during which a specific operation by the operation member is valid do not overlap.

M main control board, MJ game information control means MJ10 entry determination means, MJ11-A first main game start entrance entrance judgment means MJ11-B second main game start entrance entrance judgment means, MJ11-H auxiliary game entry Ball entrance entry determination means MJ11-C10 1st grand prize entrance entrance determination means, MJ11-C20 2nd entrance prize entrance determination means MJ11-C22 Specific area entrance determination means, MJ20 random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A First main game random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ21-B Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H Auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ30 Retention control means MJ31 Retention control means, MJ31j Fluctuation start condition satisfaction determination means MJ32 symbol hold means, MJ32-A first main game symbol hold means MJ32b-A first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, MJ32-B 2 main game symbol hold means MJ32b-B 2nd main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, MJ32-H auxiliary game symbol hold means MJ32b-H auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means, MN game content determination means MN10 winning lottery means, MN11-A first main game win / fail lottery means MN11ta-A first main game pass / fail lottery table, MN11-B second main game pass / fail lottery means MN11ta-B second main game pass / fail lottery table, MN11-H auxiliary game pass / fail Lottery means MN11ta-H Auxiliary game success / failure lottery table, MN20 Special game transition determination means MN40 Symbol content determination means, MN41-A First main game symbol determination means MN41ta-A First main game symbol determination lottery table, MN41-B Second main game symbol determination means MN41ta-B Second main game symbol determination lottery table, MN 1-H auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41ta-H auxiliary game symbol determining lottery table, MN50 variation mode determining unit MN51-A first main game variation mode determining unit, MN51ta-A first main game variation mode determining lottery table MN51 -B 2nd main game variation mode determination means, MN51ta-B 2nd main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination means, MN51ta-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table MN52 Limited frequency variation mode Determination means, MN52ta limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta-2 limited frequency remaining number determination table, MN52c limited frequency counter MN52b limited frequency related information temporary storage means MP game progress means, MP10 display control means MP11- C 1st and 2nd main game symbol control means, MP11t- C 1st and 2nd main game symbol variation management timer MP11-H Auxiliary game symbol control means, MP11t-H Auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP20-B 2nd main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means, MP21- B 2nd main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP22t-B 2nd main game start opening electric accessory release timer, MP30 special game control means MP31 condition determination means, MP32 special game content determination means MP32ta Refer to special game contents Table, MP33 special game execution means MP33-C 1st and 2nd big prize opening electric accessory opening / closing control means, MP33c winning ball counter MP34 special game time management means, MP34t special game timer MP50 specific game control means, MP51 Condition determination means MP51c Probability variation counter, MP52 Time-short-end condition determination means MP52c Time-count counter, MB gaming state temporary storage means MB10-C first and second main gaming state temporary storage means, MB11b-C first and second main gaming symbol information temporary storage means MB10-H auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means, MB11b-H Auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means B20b Special game related information temporary storage means, MB30b Specific game related information temporary storage means MT Information transmission control means, MT10 Command transmission buffer MH Prize ball payout determination means A First main game periphery Equipment, A10 first main game start opening A11s first main game start opening entrance detection device, A20 first main game symbol display device A21g first main game symbol display unit, A21h first main game symbol hold display unit B second Main game peripheral equipment, B10 Second main game start port B11s Second main game start port entrance detection device, B11d Second main game start port 20 Second main game symbol display device, B21g Second main game symbol display unit B21h Second main game symbol hold display unit C First / second main game shared peripheral device, C10 First big prize port C11s First big prize port Winning detection device, C11d 1st grand prize opening electric accessory C20 2nd big prize opening, C21s 2nd big prize opening winning detection device C21d 2nd big prize opening electric accessory,
H auxiliary game peripheral device, H10 auxiliary game start port H11s auxiliary game start port entrance detection device, H20 auxiliary game symbol display device H21g auxiliary game symbol display unit, H21h auxiliary game symbol hold display unit S sub control board, SM effect display control Means (Sub-main control board)
SM10 display information receiving means, SM11b main side information temporary storage means SM20 effect display control means, SM21 decoration symbol display control means SM21n drawing display content determination means, SM21ta drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21b drawing related information temporary storage means , SM21t drawing variation time management timer SM22 drawing hold information display control means, SM22b drawing hold information temporary storage means SM26 hold prefetch effect execution control means, SM26k hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26c prefetch effect execution counter, SM23c stay stage Management counter SM23c2 consecutive resort counter, SM23 background effect display control means SM23n background effect display content determination means, SM23b background effect related information temporary storage means SM24, notice effect display control means, SM24n notice effect display Description determining means SM24b informational display related information temporary storage means, SM 25 reach effect display control means SM25n reach effect display content determining means, SM25b reach demonstration related information temporary storage means SM25ta effect determining table,
SM27 consecutive resort number control means, SM27b consecutive resort number related information temporary storage means SM28 sound / lamp control means, SM28 sound / lamp related information temporary storage means SM40 information transmission / reception control means SS effect display means (sub-sub control section), SS10 sub information Transmission / reception control means SS20 Image display control means, SS21b Image display related information temporary storage means SG Production display device, SG10 display area SG11 decoration symbol display area, SG12 first hold display section SG13 second hold display section SB sub input button, SBs sub Input button input detection device SB-2 Cross key, SBs-2 Cross key input detection device KH Prize ball payout control board KE Prize ball payout device

Claims (1)

A starting opening where game balls can enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying the identification information;
A variable winning opening that can be closed and open;
A main game section that controls the progress of the game;
An effect display section capable of displaying the effect;
A sub game section that controls the display of effects on the effect display section,
The main game department
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on the entrance to the starting port,
Based on the random number acquired by the random number acquisition means, the identification information display control means for controlling to stop displaying the identification information after the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display section;
After the identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner, a special game execution means capable of executing a special game that can make the variable prize opening an advantageous state for the player;
As a gaming state during the non-execution of the special game, there are a first gaming state and a second gaming state. A gaming state transition control means capable of controlling the first gaming state to the second gaming state after the unit has been performed a predetermined number of times after entering the gaming state;
There are multiple types of variation states as states that depend on determining the variation display time of the identification information, and the number of stays set corresponding to each variation state, resulting in a certain variation state If, as one unit until stop display from variable display start identification information, after the certain the one unit counted from after a variation state is performed the number of times stay is set in correspondence with the certain variation state , A change state transition control means capable of controlling to change from the certain change state to another change state;
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game unit side to the sub-game unit side,
The subsidiary game department
Game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game department side;
On the basis of the game information received by the game information receiving means, provided with an effect display content control means capable of controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit,
When transmitting the game information from the main game unit side to the sub game unit side, it is configured to transmit in unit information that is a bit string with an upper limit of a predetermined number of bits,
When transmitting the information on the predetermined number of times from the main gaming unit side to the sub gaming unit side, the information on the predetermined number of times is configured to be divided into a plurality of unit information and transmitted.
The total number of stays set corresponding to each variation state is configured to be larger than the total number of combinations that can be expressed by a bit string with the predetermined number of bits as an upper limit,
When transmitting the information on the number of stays from the main game unit side to the sub game unit side, information that can identify the current fluctuation state is set as the first unit information, and information on the number of stays is set as the second unit information. , pachinko machines, characterized in that it is configured to transmit the first unit information and the second unit information as information of a pair.

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