JP6368169B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

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. Within the pachinko gaming machine configured in this way, 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.

JP 2005-31274 A JP 2011-45518 JP 2008-167875 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 first start opening (for example, a first main game start opening (1) A10, a first main game start opening (2) A10-2) in which a game ball can enter;
A second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
A variable winning opening (for example, a large winning opening C10) that can take an open state and a closed state;
A first identification information display section (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g) capable of displaying the first identification information;
A second identification information display unit (for example, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of displaying the second identification information, and fired toward the second start port (for example, the second main game start port B10). The game balls are configured to be guided to a variable prize opening (for example, the big prize opening C10).
The first identification information display unit (for example, the first main game start port (for example, the first main game start port (1) A10, the first main game start port (2) A10-2)) First identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11 for controlling to stop and display the first identification information after the first identification information is variably displayed on the game symbol display part A21g). -C),
The second identification information is variably displayed on the second identification information display section (for example, the second main game symbol display section B21g) based on the ball entering the second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10). Second identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display the second identification information later,
After the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, a variable number of winning holes (for example, the big winning opening C10) is provided to the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined time elapses. While executing the first special game in which the game to be in an advantageous state is performed once, after the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode, Special game control means for controlling to execute a second special game in which a variable winning opening (for example, a big winning opening C10) is made advantageous to the player a plurality of times until a specific time longer than a predetermined time elapses. For example, special game control means MP30)
The first variable period state in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is the first period, and the second value in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is shorter than the first period A variable period state control means (for example, limited frequency control means MP53) which has at least a second variable period state as a period, and which satisfies either of the first variable period state and the second variable period state when a predetermined condition is satisfied )
The second identification information is configured so that the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode.
The probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, or the first identification information is the first predetermined information The second identification information is configured to be able to be stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, while it cannot be stopped and displayed in the mode.
When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode during the first variation period state, the second variation period state can be established after the execution of the second special game based on the stop display. And when the first special game is executed in the second variation period state, the second variation period state is maintained even after the execution of the first special game,
When the game ball is fired at a predetermined interval toward the second start port (for example, the second main game start port B10) and is in the first variation period state, the period during which the second special game is not executed While the expected value related to the number of prize balls given to the player by execution of the first special game per unit time is smaller than the number of game balls fired per unit time, the second starting port ( For example, when the game balls are fired at the predetermined interval toward the second main game start opening B10) and in the second variation period state, the number of game balls fired per unit time is more than The expected value related to the number of prize balls given to the player by execution of the first special game per unit time is configured to be larger,
The low probability lottery state in which the probability that the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode and the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode is the predetermined probability, and the first identification information is the first (2) a low-probability lottery state having a probability of being stopped and displayed in a predetermined mode and a high-probability lottery state in which the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in a second predetermined mode is higher than the predetermined probability. When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode, the high probability lottery state can be established after the execution of the second special game based on the stop display, and the high When the first special game is executed in the probability lottery state, the high probability lottery state is maintained even after the execution of the first special game is completed .
When the first special game is executed when the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode in the second variation period state, a prize given to the player by the execution of the first special game When the first special game is executed by displaying the number of balls while the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode when not in the second variation period state, the first special game is executed. A pachinko gaming machine configured not to display the number of prize balls given to a player.

  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 control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a table configuration diagram used in the main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the limited frequency end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of special game operating condition determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 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. 17 is a flowchart of the small hit game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 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. 20 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. 21 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. 22 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. 23 is a flowchart of the small hit game related display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is an operation diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 28 is a table configuration diagram used in the main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of limited frequency end determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of special game operation condition determination processing on the main control board in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 32 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 second embodiment. FIG. 33 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of first (second) main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 36 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 37 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 38 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 39 is a table configuration diagram used in the main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 40 is a flowchart of the special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 41 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 42 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the special game ends on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 43 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 44 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the third 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. “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). 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 game part. It is identification information that is display-controlled on the (so-called main board) side, and “decorative design (drawing)” is identification information as an effect displayed on the sub-game unit (so-called sub board) side. “The identification information can be displayed” is not limited to the display method. For example, the light emission means (for example, liquid crystal, LED, 7-segment) emits light (not only the presence / absence of light emission, but also the color difference, lighting / flashing mode And a physical display (for example, a symbol drawn on a reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position). “Direction (information)” refers to all output contents that enhance the fun of the game whose output is controlled on the side of the sub-game unit (so-called sub-board). The output can be listed as moving images such as animation and live action, still images such as pictures, photos, characters, etc., and actions of moving objects for sound and effects. Embodiments or combinations thereof may be mentioned. “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. “Normal game state and specific game state in which easy-entry game is more likely to be executed than normal game state” refers to 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). Is assumed to be the ratio of the open period per unit time (for example, 5 minutes) of the variable member attached to the start port. In other words, based on the state, 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 operating state / non-operating state), a normal symbol that triggers the opening of the variable member (Auxiliary game symbol) winning probability (so-called general figure high probability state / low probability state), normal symbol (auxiliary game symbol) change time of the variable member opening opportunity (Iwayu) Hiroshizu variation shortening functions inoperative state, operating 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). Further, the concept limited to only the average value of the variable information display period of the identification information at the time of losing, or the concept limited to only the average value of the variable information display period of the identification information at the hit time (including the so-called small hit time), or most It may be a concept limited to only a variable display period with a high selection probability, i.e., the meaning of this wording is that it is used as an index indicating the progress speed of a game that can be experienced by the player. As a method of realizing different “average values of variable display periods of identification information”, candidates for variable display periods and / or selection probabilities are different, or candidates for variable display periods and / or selection probabilities are the same. There are various methods such as different period values when adding a further variable display period, but the method is not limited to any one of them).

  The following embodiment is a model in which a conventional first type pachinko gaming machine and a first type pachinko gaming machine are mixed (first type first type multifunction machine). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and is applied to other gaming machines (for example, conventional type 1, type 2, type 3, general pachinko gaming machines such as general electric players and gaming machines in which they are mixed). Is also within range. This embodiment is only an example, and the location and function of each means, the order of each step regarding various processes, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, etc. It is not limited to the following aspects. In addition, the above-described embodiments and modified examples should not be understood as being limited to being applied to specific items, and may be in any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification example of an embodiment is a modification example of another embodiment, and even if one modification example and another modification example are described independently, there is the modification example. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and another modified example is also described. In the present embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table for various tables, but these are not limited, and the lottery table may be a reference table or vice versa. Furthermore, numerical values (for example, winning probability at the time of lottery execution, maximum number of rounds at the time of special game, symbol variation time, number of continuations in each gaming state, etc.) as specific examples shown in the following embodiments and modifications are as follows: This is merely an example, and in particular, the magnitude relationship and combination of the numerical values shown under different conditions (for example, depending on the conditions of time-saving games and non-time-saving games) are the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples. It should be understood that changes may be made as appropriate without departing from the above.

  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, A big prize opening C10, a main game symbol display device A20, an effect display device SG, an auxiliary game symbol display device H20, a center decoration D38 and an out port D36 are installed. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail.

  Next, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are installed as start winning ports corresponding to the main game. Specifically, the first main game start opening A10 includes a first main game start opening entrance detection device A11s, and the second main game start entrance B10 includes a second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s. Prepare. Here, the first main game start port entrance detection device A11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first main game start port A10, and shows the first main game start port that indicates the entrance at the time of entry. Generate entry information. In addition, the second main game start entrance detection device B11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball to the second main game start entrance B10, and indicates the second main game start entrance entering the entrance at the time of entry. Generate sphere information.

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

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

  Here, in the present embodiment, the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is easily guided to the first main game start opening A10 and is difficult to be guided to the second main game start opening B10. On the other hand, the game ball flowing down on the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is easily guided to the second main game start opening B10 and is difficult to be guided to the first main game start opening A10. . It should be noted that “easy to be guided” and “not easily guided” are determined, for example, by the magnitude of the number of entered balls when 10,000 balls are launched to the right and left, respectively. Further, the present invention is not limited to this, and only one main game start port is provided, and a game ball that flows down the left side (based on the center of the game area) and a right side (based on the center of the game area) of the game area D30. You may comprise so that both a ball | bowl may be easily induced | guided | derived to the main game starting port.

  Here, in the present 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 opening H10 and the second main game start opening B10, while the game area D30 The game balls that flow down the left side (based on the center of the game area) are configured not to be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10 and the second main game start port B10. That is, the game balls launched toward the auxiliary game start port H10 and the second main game start port B10 are difficult to be guided to the first main game start port A10, but are easily guided to the second main game start port B10. Thus, the game ball launched toward the first main game start port A10 is configured not to be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10 and the second main game start port B10. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured such that the game ball launched toward the first main game start opening A10 is easily guided to the auxiliary game start opening H10 and the second main game start opening B10. (When only one main game start port is provided, a game ball guided to the one main game start port may be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10).

  Next, a big prize opening C10 is provided at the upper right of the out mouth D36, and the game balls flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) before reaching the out mouth D36, It is configured to easily pass through the area where the big prize opening C10 is arranged.

  Further, as will be described later, the big winning opening C10 has a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when the main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol, and is located at the upper right of the out outlet D36. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game. As a specific configuration, the special prize opening C10 includes a special prize opening prize detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, and a special prize opening electric accessory C11d (and a special prize opening solenoid C13). . Here, the special winning opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the special winning opening C10, and generates special winning opening entry information indicating the entering at the time of entering. The grand prize opening electric accessory C11d changes the big prize opening C10 in a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win in the big prize opening C10 and in an open state where the game ball is easy to win (exciting the big prize solenoid C13). And 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, a state in which the square plate upper member provided in the grand prize winning port protrudes to the player side and the retracted state that is retracted to the player side ( A so-called slide-type attacker that has a box-like member that can receive a game ball that protrudes from the game area D30 and flows down the game area D30, and that has a square plate upper member in the advanced state. In this case, when the reception of the game ball into the box-shaped member is hindered, the prize winning opening is closed, and when the square plate member is in the retracted state, the game ball is received into the box-shaped member. May be suitable for a case where it is desired to secure a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the number of balls entered into the special winning opening C10. In addition, by driving left and right as viewed from the player with the end of the rod-shaped member as a fulcrum, the game ball can be changed between a normal state in which it is impossible or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (so-called tulip) (The same can be said for the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d).

  Next, the main game symbol display device A20 is a device that executes display related to the main game symbol corresponding to the main game. Specifically, the main game symbol display device A20 includes a main game symbol display unit A21g and a main game symbol hold display unit A21h. Here, the main game symbol hold display part A21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of reserved random numbers related to the main game (the number of main game symbols that have not been executed). . The main game symbol display part A21g is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the main game symbols are displayed by 10 types of numbers “0” to “9” and “−” of the loss {however, Is not limited, and it is preferable to display a symbol or the like using a 7-segment LED so that it becomes difficult for the player to recognize which main game symbol is displayed. 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)).

  In addition, since the main game symbol does not necessarily have an effect role, in this embodiment, the size of the main game symbol display device A20 is set to an inconspicuous level. However, in the case of adopting a technique in which the main game symbol itself has an effect role and does not display the decorative symbol, the main game symbol is displayed on a liquid crystal display such as an effect display device SG described later. You may comprise.

  Next, the effect display device SG is a device that executes display of an effect image including a decorative symbol that fluctuates and stops in conjunction with the 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, for example, a decorative symbol display area SG11 for displaying a moving image of a plurality of decorative symbol fluctuations imitating a slot machine game, and a main game hold display area SG12 for displaying main game hold information. ,have. 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 main game hold display area SG12 is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are interlocked with the hold lamps of the main game symbols.

  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 an area other than the game area D30 and / or 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 mainly controls the overall gaming operations (ie, the control directly related to the player's interests) such as lottery when entering the main game starting port. Control board M, effect control means (sub-main control unit) SM for performing display control related to various effects on the effect display device SG for adding interest to game contents, and sub-sub control for mainly executing effect display Part SS and prize ball payout including a prize ball tank KT, a prize ball rail KR, and a payout unit KE10 for paying out the game balls supplied from the prize ball tank KT to the upper ball dish D20 in accordance with a prize at each prize opening A device (set base) KE, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling the payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a launching device D42 for firing game balls (reserved balls) in the upper ball tray D20 one by one into the game area D30; , Departure A launch control board D40 that controls the launch operation of the device D42, a power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, a power switch Ea that is a switch for turning on / off the pachinko gaming machine, etc. It is provided on the back surface of the 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 (a power switch / button Ea may be provided on the unit) 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 various prize opening sensors {first main game start entrance ball detection device A11s, second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s, auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device H11s, large Winning mouth winning detection device C11s, general winning detection device (not shown, the general winning opening is always open regardless of whether or not a special game or the like is executed, and there is a winning ball, but a symbol lottery etc. No game entrance)}, drive solenoid (not shown) (previously, a prize winning solenoid C13, etc.), information display LED (not shown), etc. Each input device is electrically connected to a device (first main game peripheral device A, second main game peripheral device B, auxiliary game peripheral device H, first and second main game shared peripheral device C in the figure) Control the progress of the game based on the input signal from That. 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 details are omitted, in this embodiment, the control circuit unit (launch control board D40) of the launching apparatus is provided in the prize ball payout control board KH, and the prize ball payout control board KH and the launching apparatus D42 are provided. (Launch handle, launch motor, ball feeder, etc.) are also connected. In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device R is used as a separate body and is adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball lending device R may be integrated with the game machine. Control and management control of a recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be integrated.

  Next, as described above, the sub-control board S includes an effect display device SG for displaying decorative symbols and the like, a speaker D24, a game effect lamp D26, and other effect drive devices (not shown) It is connected to a so-called movable object for production). 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) Control of lighting of the lamp D26 and determination control of display contents displayed on the effect display device SG are performed, and display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device SG is performed by the sub-sub control unit SS. It is configured to be 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 Random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 for acquiring each random number based on the above, and holding control means MJ30 for temporarily storing the ball entering each starting port during the variable display as a holding ball within the upper limit number. doing. 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 There is a winning entry determining means MJ11-H and a winning prize entrance determining means MJ11-C10 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the winning prize opening C10.

  Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 determines whether or not to acquire the first main game side random number based on the game ball entering the first main game start opening A10, and according to the determination result, To first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A for acquiring random numbers (for example, first winning random number, first variation mode determining random number, first main game symbol determining random number, etc.) and second main game starting port B10 And determining whether or not to acquire the second main game random number based on the incoming game ball, and depending on the determination result, the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second main random number, A second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B for acquiring a game symbol determination random number and the like, and an auxiliary game random number for determining whether or not the auxiliary game side random number can be acquired and acquiring the random number based on the determination result 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 and the hold digest control means MJ31 for controlling the processing related to the hold digest and the fluctuation start, and the first main game random number obtained in a situation where the change permission of the first main game symbol is not given. Is temporarily stored, and based on the determination result, the first random number is stored in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A until permission to change the first main game symbol is granted. It is determined whether or not to temporarily store the second main game side random number acquired in a situation where the main game symbol holding means MJ32-A and the second main game symbol change permission are not granted, and based on the determination result The second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B for holding random numbers in the second main game symbol hold information means MJ32b-B until the second main game symbol change permission is lowered, and the auxiliary game symbol change permission is granted. Going down It is determined whether or not to temporarily store the auxiliary game side random number acquired in a situation where there is not, and based on the determination result, the random number is held in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H until the change permission of the auxiliary game symbol is granted And auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H for carrying out.

  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 specially determines whether or not to shift to a special game and whether or not to open the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d, and whether or not the lottery means MN10 is a win. Special game transition determining means MN20 for determining transition to a game (actuating a so-called condition device), symbol content determining means MN40 for determining a stop symbol for each symbol based on each random number, and based on each random number, It has a variation mode determination means MN50 for determining the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of each symbol. Here, the success / failure lottery means MN10 is a first main game winner / rejection lottery means MN11-A that performs a success / failure lottery on the first main game symbol, and a second main game winner / rejection lottery unit that performs a success / failure lottery on the second main game symbol. It has MN11-B and auxiliary game winning / failing lottery means MN11-H for making a winning / losing lottery regarding the auxiliary game symbols. 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. 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. Further, the auxiliary game symbol determination 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, and the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery. The table MN41ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

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

  Here, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A has a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A referred to when determining the variation mode related to the first main game symbol. The first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state. 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. 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 gaming state (for example, normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time shortening game → auxiliary game time shortening lottery table. ).

  Next, the display control means 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 is a zero / clearable first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C (for example, a decrement counter which is subtracted at predetermined intervals). Hereinafter, those similar to timers can be mounted with the same counter). 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 second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is satisfied. The second main game start port electric player opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B and the second main game start port electric player opening timer MP22t for measuring the driving (opening) time of the second main game start port electric player B11d -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 special winning game entrance determining unit MP32 that determines the special winning opening to be opened, the number of rounds, the time between rounds, etc.) and sets the special game related information temporary storage unit MB20b, and the special winning port C10 Special game execution means MP33 for executing a special game (big hit) that opens the game in a predetermined condition, and special games for performing time management of various processes related to the special game (for example, opening and closing time of the big prize opening C10) Time management means MP34. Here, the special game executing means MP33 includes a special winning opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP33-C for opening / closing the special winning opening electric accessory C11d, and a winning ball counter MP33c for measuring the winning balls to the special winning opening C10. Have. 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) Although not shown in detail, this is a table in which a large winning opening that is in an open state, the maximum number of rounds, the execution contents of one round, and the like are defined.

  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. A short-time game end condition determining means MP52, and a gaming state related to the variation of the main game symbol (so-called limited frequency, when a specific symbol is stopped and displayed, before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed. Is a limited frequency control means MP53 for controlling changes in the main game symbol variation mode and / or the state in which the selection rate is different. Here, the short-time game end condition determining means MP52 has a short-time number counter MP52c capable of counting the short-time number. Here, the probability variation gaming state means a gaming state in which the winning probability at the time of winning or failing the first main gaming symbol and the second main gaming symbol is higher than the non-stochastic variation gaming state, and the time shortening gaming state Means that the average value of the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is shorter than the non-time-reduced game state, and / or the second main game start opening electric accessory per unit time It means a gaming state in which the ease of opening B11d is improved.

  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 auxiliary game symbol becomes a winning symbol with a high probability, and the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is relatively prolonged ( 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).

  Further, the limited frequency control means MP53 has a limited frequency counter MP53c for measuring the duration of the limited frequency.

  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 a stop symbol related to the currently changing auxiliary game symbol (auxiliary game symbol satisfying the change start condition). Means MB11b-H are provided.

  Next, 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 has a special winning opening C10 that is closed during normal games and open under predetermined conditions during special games (big hits). doing.

  Next, the auxiliary game peripheral device H includes an 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 a stop display and a 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 And reach effect display control means SM25 for managing the determination process and the display control process.

  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 temporarily stores information relating to the hold related to the decorative design (the same as the information transmitted from the main control board M side, details of which will be described later). For this purpose, it has a drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b.

  Next, the background effect display control means SM23 is displayed based on the information from the main control board M side, and the background effect (in this example, it is displayed on the back of the decorative symbol, and the possibility of executing the special game based on the information regarding the hold) Background effect display content determining means SM23n for determining the display content of the effect), and background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b for temporarily storing information related to the background effect display.

  Next, the notice effect display control means SM24 is displayed based on the information from the main control board M side, and is displayed during the notice effect (in this example, the decorative symbol is displayed in a variable manner, and the expected degree of transition to the special game in the change) In order to temporarily store the information related to the notice effect display and the notice effect display content determining means SM24n for determining the display content, display timing, etc. of the effect that suggests / informs the feasibility of the special game based on the information related to the hold. The notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b.

  Next, the reach effect display control means SM25, based on the information from the main control board M side, reaches the reach state (mainly during the variable display of the decorative symbols, the reach state by the combination of the decorative symbols that are stopped and displayed This is an effect that is executed after the fact that it has been notified, but it also includes an effect that is executed in conjunction with the change display of the decorative symbol even if it does not reach the reach state) Reach effect display content determining means SM25n to be determined, and reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b for temporarily storing information related to reach effect display.

  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. First, after the game machine is powered on, the process shown in FIG. That is, after turning on the power of the gaming machine, the initial setting is performed (not shown, but the register initialization, the input / output port setting, etc. are performed), and then in step 1002, the main control board M displays the RAM clear button. Whether the reset button (RAM clear button) of the power supply unit E has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of intentionally clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed by a game hall manager or the like. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board M clears all the RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means MB) on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the information transmission control means MT transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub main control unit SM side (even if it is transmitted at this timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M in step 1008 (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power interruption and the RAM area are stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information). Next, in step 1010, the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are not normal based on the check result (whether or not the information at the time of power interruption is accurately backed up in the RAM). If YES in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 1004 (RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if the data backed up to the RAM in Step 1010 is normal, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, the main control board M is stored (backed up) in the RAM in the main control board M in Step 1012. The information command is acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side (the command may be transmitted at the timing, or the command is set at the timing and described later. It may be configured to transmit in the transmission process), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the main control board M is triggered by a scheduled execution interrupt (for example, about every 1.5 ms) related to the main 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 1600, the main control board M executes a special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1700, the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1800, the main control board M executes a small hit 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. (For example, in this example, three winning balls for each ball entering the first main game start opening A10, 2 One prize ball per entry to the main game start opening B10, 13 prize balls per entry to the grand prize opening C10, 10 per entry to the general prize opening Each prize ball will be paid out). 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. It returns to the processing that had been

  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 the number of hold balls is the upper limit (for example, 4). Determine whether or not. 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 or 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 opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-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. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H, and the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B accesses the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and the hold ball related to the auxiliary game symbol is displayed. 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 game state and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, auxiliary game) When the time flag is on, the winning symbol is selected with a higher probability than when it is off) and temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H.

  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 stop symbols, and “D1, D2” as stop symbols as winning symbols. In the non-time-reduced game (when the auxiliary game flag is turned off), the open mode of the electric accessory that will be released due to the winning symbol being stopped is (0.2 seconds open → closed). In the time-saving game (when the auxiliary game flag is turned on), the release mode is (open for 1 second → closed). In addition, the stop symbol is likely to be a winning symbol “D1 or D2” during a time-saving game (when the auxiliary game flag is on).

  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 30 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 opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is a “hit symbol” (D1 in this example). To do. 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 opened based on the gaming state (for example, 1 second in the case of time-reduced gaming). → Opening mode to be closed) is determined, and a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening and closing time) of the electric winnings is set in the second main game start opening electric winning combination releasing 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, and proceeds to step 1242.

  Next, in step 1242, the second main game start port electric player opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main game start port electric player opening timer MP22t-B, and the second main game start port electric player opening / closing control means MP20-B. It is determined whether or not a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) related to the opening time of the accessory B11d 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 1202, the process proceeds to step 1242. If NO in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224. If NO in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230, or step 1242, the next process is performed. The process proceeds to (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 the hold ball related to the first main game is determined. It is determined whether or not the upper limit (for example, 4) is reached. 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 success / failure, 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 sequentially acquired at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32-A temporarily stores (holds) the acquired first main game content determination random number in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A. . Next, in step 1310, the hold control means MJ30 sets information (holding occurrence command) indicating that the first main game random number has been acquired in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM ( The control command is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1312. Note that if the answer is No in Step 1302 or Step 1304, the process proceeds to Step 1312.

  Next, in step 1312, the second main game start entrance ball judging means MJ11-B enters the second main game start entrance ball from the second main game start entrance entrance detection device B11s of the second main game start entrance B10. It is determined whether or not information has been received. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the hold ball related to the second main game is determined. It is determined whether or not the upper limit (for example, 4) is reached. In the case of Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, 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 sequentially acquired at this timing. Next, in step 1318, the second main game symbol hold means MJ32-B temporarily stores (holds) the acquired second main game content determination random number in the second main game hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B. . Next, in step 1320, the hold control means MJ30 sets information (holding occurrence command) indicating that the second main game random number has been acquired in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM ( Is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400). Note that if the answer is No in step 1312 or step 1314, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400).

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

  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 returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the game content determination means MN executes a second main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1600).

  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 fluctuation start condition is not special game (or condition equipment is in operation), main game symbols are not changing, main game symbols are on hold, and there is no small hit game. It becomes a condition. 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. In the present embodiment, the game that opens the big prize opening is executed only for one round (hereinafter, sometimes referred to as a small hit game). However, the second main game is configured to make it easier to win the small hit (note that the small hit probability is not different between the non-stochastic variation gaming state and the probability variation gaming state). Note that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this. In the present embodiment, the small hits are provided on both the first main game side and the second main game side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and only the second main game side may be provided. .

  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 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 determined as a jackpot symbol. Note that the number of rounds of special games determined with reference to the main game symbol is 8R for 4A, 4B, 5A, and 5B, and 16R for 7A and 7B. In addition, when a small hit is won, a 1R small hit game is always executed. Note that the types of random numbers and stop symbols are only examples, and are not limited to this. {For example, the lose symbol and the small hit symbol are not limited to one type, and multiple types of symbols may be used. When a specific symbol (for example, a specific small hit symbol) is stopped and displayed, before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the type of variation mode of the main game symbol and / Or may be configured to shift to a state with a different selectivity (limited frequency state)}.

  Further, a special game execution round may be provided in which the special winning opening is opened only for a very short time (for example, 52 ms). In addition, in such a configuration, it is difficult for the player to obtain a ball in the opening for a very short time, so on the effect display device SG, “From the actual number of special game rounds, “The number of rounds that will be opened for a very short period of time” can be notified that a round that makes it easy to win a ball will be executed {for example, winning a ball scheduled to be executed during the special game The image of the ball for the number of easy rounds is displayed, and every time the easy round acquisition easy round starts (or ends), the effect that the display mode of the image of the ball changes (or the display disappears) Execute} may be configured. Moreover, it is not limited to this, You may comprise so that the number of rounds which were already performed during the special game and it is easy to acquire the game may be displayed on the effect display device SG. By configuring in this way, the player can visually recognize how many rounds in which a game can be obtained have been executed. In addition, during the special game, it is not necessary to perform the round notification that makes it easy to acquire the scheduled ball or the round that facilitates the execution of the executed ball in every special game. It may be configured to be executed only during a special game at the time of (a jackpot won in a non-stochastic game state and a time-reduced game state), or according to a special game related to the first main game side and a second main game side Whether or not the special game is executed may be different.

  Next, in step 1410-3, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A (second main game variation mode determination means MN51-B) corresponds to each game state and the set limited frequency type. Refer to the 1 main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B), the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game Content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number) determines the variation mode of the main game symbols, temporarily stores them in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, step 1412 Migrate to

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 3) is an example of a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the main game symbol variation mode (variation time) is determined based on the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result, the main game short time flag state, and the limited frequency type that is set. It is configured to be. That is, when the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result is a big hit, it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time becomes relatively long, and when the main game short flag is on (relative to the short game state) The variation mode in which the variation time is short is easily determined. Further, as shown in the variation mode at the time of losing and small hit, when the second limited frequency is set (for example, after the special game related to the big hit symbol “7B”), the zero limited frequency, The first limited frequency is set so that a relatively short variation mode is selected as compared with the case where the first limited frequency is set (for example, after the special game related to the big hit symbol other than the big hit symbol “7B”). In particular, in the case of small hits, the difference in the variation time between the second limited frequency and the first limited frequency is large, and the difference is the second limited frequency and the first limited when lost. It is relatively larger than the difference of the fluctuation time (average value) at the time of frequency. This example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of stop symbol, the selection rate, or the like. Further, in the present embodiment, for convenience of explanation, it is not configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls, but needless to say, it may be configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls. Absent. Further, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time-reduced game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long {the symbol on the second main game side When the change is configured to be advantageous for the player, the second main game side is likely to be suspended by reducing the symbol variation efficiency on the first main game side (advantageous for the player). This is particularly effective when the starting port on the first main game side and the starting port on the second main game side cannot be distinguished}. In addition, although the variation mode related to the small hit on the first main game side is configured with only one type, it is not limited thereto, and a plurality of types of variation modes may be provided (particularly, the game state and the set). It is preferable that a different variation mode can be selected based on the limited frequency type being used).

  Next, in step 1412, the game content determination means MN determines the commands related to the main game symbols (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information) temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB 11 b -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 1414, 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. Then, the timer is started. 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 1418, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns on the changing flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C, Control goes to step 1422.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1403, in step 1420, 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 1420, the process proceeds to step 1422. If No in step 1420, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1600).

  Next, in step 1422, 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 1422, in step 1424, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C causes the first main game symbol of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The display of the main game symbol on the display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) is stopped, and the stop symbol stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C is determined. Display is controlled as a stop symbol. Next, in step 1426, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C transmits information (the symbol confirmation display instruction command) that the symbol variation is ended to the sub main control unit SM side. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 (sent to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1428, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns off the changing flag in the flag area of the first and 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 1432 the game content determination means MN turns on the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to step 1500.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1430, in step 1434, the game content determination means MN refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a small hit symbol. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1434, in step 1436, the game content determination means MN turns on the small hit flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to step 1500. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 1434, 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 1550, the specific game control means MP50 executes a limited frequency end determination process, which will be described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process at step 1600). In the case of No in step 1422, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1600).

  Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, at step 1502, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b and determines whether or not the main game probability change flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1504, in step 1506, the specific game control means MP50 decrements (decrements) the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1508, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value (remaining time reduction count) is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1508, in step 1510 and step 1512, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. The process proceeds to (the process of step 1550). In addition, also when No in step 1502, step 1504, or step 1508, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1550).

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of limited frequency end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. First, at step 1552, the limited frequency control means MP53 is a limited frequency counter MP52c (a counter for managing the number of fluctuations during the limited frequency, and a value is set at step 1760, step 1764 or step 1770 in FIG. 16). It is determined whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1552, in step 1554, the limited frequency control means MP53 decrements (decrements) the counter value of the limited frequency counter MP53c. Next, in step 1556, the limited frequency control means MP53 refers to the value of the limited frequency counter MP53c and determines whether or not the counter value (remaining limited frequency count) is zero.

  In the case of Yes in step 1556, in step 1558, the limited frequency control unit MP53 refers to the specific game related information temporary storage unit MB30b, and determines whether or not the currently set limited frequency type is the second limited frequency. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1558, in step 1560, the limited frequency control unit MP53 sets the first limited frequency as the limited frequency type (temporarily stores in the specific game related information temporary storage unit MB30b). Next, in step 1562, the limited frequency control unit MP53 is intended to continue the first limited frequency until the next big hit, although the value of the limited frequency counter MP53c is the first specific number of times (for example, 65535 times). Other than this, an extremely large value or ∞ times or the like may be set), and the processing proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 1600). As described above, when a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 70 times described later) has elapsed in the second limited frequency state, the first limited frequency state is entered.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1558, that is, in the 0th limited frequency state (excluded because it is not realistic to end the first limited frequency state), a predetermined number of fluctuations (described later, for example, 50 In step 1564, the limited frequency control means MP53 refers to the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and the set limit is set. The frequency type is cleared (at the same time, the time-saving gaming state is also ended), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1600). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1552 or step 1556, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1600).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the special game operating condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, 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 1602, in step 1604, the special game control means MP30, the special game flag (main game probability change flag, main game short time flag, auxiliary game short time) in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Flag) off. Next, at step 1606, the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1608, 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 1610, 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 in step 1700). In the case of No in step 1602, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1700).

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1700 in FIG. First, in step 1702, 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 1702, in Steps 1704 and 1706, 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 special game execution flag. Turn on. Next, in step 1707, 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 1708, the special game executing means MP33 sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side ( In step 1999, the control command is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side), and the process proceeds to step 1712.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1702, in step 1710, 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 1710, the process proceeds to step 1712. In the case of No in step 1710, the special game execution means MP33 determines that the special game permission is not granted, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1800).

  Next, in step 1712, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b to determine whether or not 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 1712, that is, immediately before the start of each round, first, in step 1714, the special game execution means MP33 stores the special winning game C10 release pattern in the round in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. (For example, an opening pattern that keeps opening, a pattern that opens and closes) is set. Next, in step 1716, the special game executing means MP33 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in step 1718, 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 1720, the special game executing means MP33 drives the special winning opening electrical accessory C11d to release the special winning opening C10 (hereinafter, based on the opening pattern set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b). The special game timer MP34t (especially the open time timer) is set to a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) and started, and the process proceeds to Step 1722. On the other hand, if No in step 1712, that is, if the special winning opening C10 is being opened, the process proceeds to step 1722 without performing the processing of steps 1714 to 1720.

  Next, in step 1722, the special game execution 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 1724, the special game executing means MP33 refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c and determines whether or not a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls) of winning balls has been placed in the big winning opening C10 in the round. . If Yes in step 1724, the process proceeds to step 1728. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1724, in step 1726, 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 1726, the process proceeds to step 1728. If No in step 1726, the process proceeds to the next process (step 1800).

  Next, in step 1728, the special game executing means MP33 stops driving the special winning opening electric accessory C11d and closes the special winning opening C10. Next, in step 1730, the special game execution means MP33 resets a special game timer MP34t (particularly an open time timer). Next, in step 1732, 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 1733, 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 1734, 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 1734, in step 1736, 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 1738, 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 1750, 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 1800). In the case of No in step 1734, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1800).

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of step 1750 in FIG. First, in step 1752, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the current stop symbol is a probable big hit symbol (for example, 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B). ). In the case of Yes in step 1752, in step 1754, 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, at step 1756, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and whether the current stop symbol is a specific jackpot symbol (for example, 7B). Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1756, in step 1758, the specific game control unit MP50 sets the second limited frequency as the limited frequency type (temporarily stores in the specific game related information temporary storage unit MB30b). Next, in step 1760, the specific game control means MP50 sets the second specific number of times (for example, 70 times) as the value of the limited frequency counter MP53c, and proceeds to step 1772. In this example, it is configured to shift to the second limited frequency state (which will be described later, but advantageous to the player) only at the end of the special game related to the big hit on the second main game side. It is not limited to. However, by configuring the second main game side to be easier for the player than the first main game side, it is possible for the player to change according to the probability variation game state and / or the time-reduced game state. The advantageous state and the effect overlap, and the excitement of the player can be enhanced.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1756, in step 1762, the specific game control unit MP50 sets the first limited frequency as the limited frequency type (temporarily stores in the specific game related information temporary storage unit MB30b). Next, in step 1764, the specific game control means MP50 is intended to continue the first limited frequency until the next big hit, although it is the first specific number of times (for example, 65535 times) as the value of the limited frequency counter MP53c. Other than this, an extremely large value or ∞ times may be set), and the process proceeds to step 1772.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1752, that is, when the special game related to the uncertain change big hit is completed, in step 1766, the specific game control means MP50 sets the value of the time / count counter MP52c for a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times). ) Is set. Next, at step 1768, the specific game control means MP50 sets the 0th limited frequency as the limited frequency type (temporarily stores in the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b). Next, in step 1770, the specific game control means MP50 sets the 0th specific number of times (for example, 50 times equal to the number of time reductions) as the value of the limited frequency counter MP53c, and proceeds to step 1772. That is, the first limited frequency or the second limited frequency is set when shifting to the probability varying gaming state, and the zeroth limited frequency is set when not shifting to the probability varying gaming state.

  Next, in step 1772 and step 1774, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and performs the next processing (step 1800).

  Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the small hit game control process according to the subroutine of Step 1800 in FIG. First, at step 1802, the small hit game control means MP40 refers to the flag area of the game state temporary storage means MB and determines whether or not the small hit flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1802, in step 1804 and step 1806, the small hit game control means MP40 turns off the small hit flag and turns on the small hit execution flag in the flag area of the gaming state temporary storage means MB. To. Next, in step 1808, the small hit game control means MP40 sets the opening time (for example, 1.7 seconds) of the big winning opening C10 in the small hit game timer MP41t. Next, in step 1810, the small hit game control means MP40 opens the big prize opening C10 and starts the small hit game timer MP41t (the timer value is counted down). Next, in step 1812, the small hit game control means MP40 sets a small hit start command (command to the sub side) indicating that the small hit game has started, and proceeds to step 1816. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1802, in step 1814, the small hit game control means MP40 refers to the flag area of the game state temporary storage means MB and determines whether or not the small hit execution flag is on. If Yes in step 1814, the process proceeds to step 1816.

  Next, in step 1816, the small hit game control means MP40 refers to the game state temporary storage means MB and determines whether or not a predetermined number (for example, 10) of balls has been entered in the big winning opening C10. If YES in step 1816, the process proceeds to step 1820. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1816, in step 1818, the small hit game control means MP40 refers to the small hit game timer MP41t, and a predetermined time (1.7 seconds in this example) relating to the opening of the big winning opening. It is determined whether or not elapses. If Yes in step 1818, the process proceeds to step 1820.

  Next, in step 1820, the small hit game control means MP40 sets a small hit end command (command to the sub side) indicating that the small hit game has ended. Next, in step 1822, the small hit game control means MP40 stops driving the special winning opening electric accessory C11d and closes the special winning opening C10. Next, at step 1824, the small hit game control means MP40 stops and resets the small hit game timer MP41t. Next, at step 1826, the small hit game control means MP40 turns off the small hit execution flag in the flag area of the game state temporary storage means MB, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1997). Note that if the answer is No in Step 1814 or Step 1818, the process proceeds to the next process (Step 1997).

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 18 to 23, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described. First, FIG. 18 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. 9A is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after resetting when the gaming 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 (b) which is a repetitive process routine of the sub-main control unit SM. Here, when (b) is executed, as shown in the process of (b) of the figure, first, in step 2100, the secondary game control means (sub-main control unit) SM performs a hold information management process to be described later. Execute. Next, in step 2200, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 2300, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, at step 2400, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a special game related display control process which will be described later. Next, in step 2500, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a small hit game related display process which will be described later. Next, in step 2600, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a display command transmission control process (transmits commands set in these series of subroutines to the sub sub control unit SS side). The repetition processing routine is terminated.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit SM employs a form in which the sub-main routine (S2100 to S2600) is loop processed after reset. Further, the process of FIG. 5C 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 a terminal of the CPU of the sub main control unit SM (in this example). , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (c). 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. 19 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and receives a new hold occurrence command (hold information related to the main game symbol) from the main control board M side. It is determined whether or not. If Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 adds “1” to the drawing hold counter (up to 4 in this example) in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. To do. Next, in step 2106, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 is based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side, and holds information (in particular, a random value related to the main game symbol lottery or the main control). The main game symbol determination result lottery result determined in advance based on the random value on the board M side is temporarily stored in the drawing holding information temporary storage means SM22b, and the process proceeds to Step 2118.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2102, in step 2110, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and has received a symbol variation display start instruction command from the main control board M side? Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2110, in step 2112, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2114, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 deletes the hold information related to the symbol variation from the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and shifts the remaining hold information. Next, in step 2116, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM accesses the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 2118. .

  Next, in step 2118, the drawing hold information display control means SM22 makes full use of the effect display means SS on the effect display device SG (particularly the main game hold display area SG12), and the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. The same number of on-hold display lamps as the number of the on-screen drawing on-hold counters are turned on, and the processing proceeds to the next processing (step 2200 processing). If step 2110 is No, the process proceeds to step 2118.

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. First, in step 2202, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 2202, in step 2204, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2206, the design display content determining means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determining means SM24n, the reach effect display content determining 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 If it is a flat eye such as “7, 7, 7” or a lost symbol, it will be “1, 3, 5”, etc.} and a variation mode {for example, the variation mode related to the main game symbol is short In the case of fluctuation, non-reach, in the case of long-term fluctuation, normal reach, super reach, etc.} are determined and the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b (and the notice effect related Distribution temporary storage unit SM24b, temporarily stored in the reach demonstration related information temporary storage means SM25b).

  Next, in step 2208, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to the next processing (step 2300 processing). Transition. Note that, also in the case of No in step 2202, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2300).

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the decorative design display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the design content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2306, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2309, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 starts the drawing variation time management timer SM21t, and proceeds to step 2310. In the case of No in step 2302, the process proceeds to step 2310.

  Next, in step 2310, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2310, in step 2311, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms the timer value of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2312, the decorative design display control means SM21 changes the decorative design based on the timer value of 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 or not the start timing has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2312, in step 2314, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the decorative symbol variable display command (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2600). Then, the process proceeds to Step 2330.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2312, in step 2316, the decoration symbol display control means SM21 decorates the decoration based on the drawing variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether or not the symbol stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2316, in step 2318, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (temporary stop display command) (in the display command transmission control process of step 2600, the sub-sub control unit SS side). The process proceeds to step 2330.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2316, in step 2320, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and reach effect display control means SM25), the drawing change time management timer SM21t and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b (and reach effect). Based on the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the related information temporary storage means SM25b), it is determined whether the display timing of the preview image or the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2320, in step 2322, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and the reach effect display control means SM25) set the image display command related to the notice image and the reach image (display command transmission control processing in step 2600). At step 2330, and the process proceeds to step 2330. Note that if the result in Step 2320 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2330.

  Next, in step 2330, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, referring to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, the main game board from the main control board M side). Information indicating that the symbol is stopped and displayed = determine whether or not a symbol fixed display instruction command has been received). In the case of Yes in step 2330, in step 2331, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (deterministic display command) (transmits to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2600). To do). Next, in step 2332, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2334, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to the next processing (processing of step 2400). To do. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2310 or Step 2330, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in Step 2400).

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and determines whether or not the special game flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2404, in step 2406 and step 2408, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the special gaming flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and the effect display device. Display a big hit on SG The process proceeds to step 2412. Note that if the result in Step 2402 is No, the process proceeds to Step 2412.

  Next, in step 2412, the background effect display control means SM23 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winning prizes on the effect display device SG based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main side (gameability and jackpots). It may be executed as needed based on the type). Next, in step 2414, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2414, in step 2416, the background effect display control means SM23 performs jackpot end display on the effect display device SG (performs display appropriately based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2418, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special gaming flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2500). . Note that if the answer is No in Step 2404 or Step 2414, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in Step 2500).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the small hit game related display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, at step 2502, 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 small hitting flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a small hit start command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2504, in step 2506, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the game related to the second limited frequency is in progress (the second limited frequency type is the second). It is determined whether or not the limited frequency is set. In the case of Yes in step 2506, in step 2508, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command related to the special small hit start display (a short time effect compared to the normal small hit display described later) (display in step 2600). The command is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the command transmission control process), and the process proceeds to step 2512. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2506, in step 2510, the background effect display control means SM23 relates to a normal small hit start display (a medium time effect, longer effect time compared to the special small hit start display). The command is set, and the process proceeds to step 2512. In this embodiment, the special small hit start display and the normal small hit start display are executed during the small hit game execution. However, the present invention is not limited to this. A waiting time until the special winning opening C10 is released after the symbol stop display is displayed, or a waiting time until a new symbol change is started after the completion of the opening of the special winning opening C10). The special small hitting start display and the normal small hitting start display may be executed. When configured in such a manner, the time value is different between the small hit demo time at which the special small hit start display is executed and the small hit demo time at which the normal small hit start display is executed. It is desirable. Furthermore, the time value of the small hit demo time is different between when a small hit occurs in a situation where the game is in a time-saving game and when a small hit occurs in a situation where the game is not in a time-saving game. {As will be described later, in this embodiment, it is possible to get a ball by small hits, but it is not possible to win a ball by small hits, suggesting a transition of the gaming state There is a case where a small hit is provided in some applications (for example, a small hit is provided on the first main game side). In this case, when a small hit occurs in a situation that is not in the time-reduced gaming state, the small hit demonstration time is relatively long, and while using that period to produce an effect, the time-reducing gaming state When a small hit occurs in a situation where there is a low need to perform the performance, the small hit demo time is set to a relatively short time so that smooth game progression is not hindered. I can mention that}.

  Next, in step 2512, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the small hitting flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to step 2514. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2502, the process proceeds to Step 2514. Next, in step 2514, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a small hit end command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2514, in step 2516, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command related to the small hit end display (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2600). . Next, in step 2518, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the small hitting flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2600). . Note that if the answer is No in step 2504 or step 2514, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2600).

  Next, FIG. 24 is an image diagram relating to the transition of the number of game balls in the present embodiment. In this example, for convenience of explanation, an example is given in which a small hit is regularly generated at an average fluctuation interval (a small hit is generated about once every 11 fluctuations). In addition, the launch interval of the game balls according to the present embodiment is 0.6 seconds per ball (100 balls per minute), and about 1.7 seconds during the opening of the big prize opening C10 related to the small hit game is 1.7 seconds. Three game balls are supposed to enter the big prize opening C10.

  First, as shown in the section (a) of the figure, in the non-stochastic fluctuation / non-time-reduced gaming state, the difference between the number of game balls fired and the winning ball by entering the first main game start opening A10. As a result, the player's ball will gradually decrease.

  Next, as shown in the section (b) of the figure, during the special game related to the big hit symbol “5A”, the player's possession is obtained by paying out a prize ball by entering the big prize opening C10. The sphere will increase. Here, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “5A” is finished, the gaming state becomes a probability variation / time shortening game state, and the first limited frequency is set as the limited frequency type.

  Next, as shown in the section (c) in the figure, in the probability variation / time-reduced gaming state (first limited frequency), the small hit is with a probability of 97/1024 (= about once every 11 variations). Occurring and paying out a winning ball to the big winning opening C10 related to the small hit, the player's ball is increased (slowly increasing compared to the above-mentioned special game). Here, in the section (c), 33 symbol variations are executed in about 65 seconds (about 117 winning balls are obtained by 3 small hits).

  Next, as shown in the section (d) of the figure, during a special game related to the big hit symbol “7B”, a prize ball by paying a prize to the big prize opening C10 is paid out. The sphere will increase. Here, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “7B” is ended, the game state becomes a probability variation / time reduction game state, and the second limited frequency is set as the limited frequency type.

  Next, as shown in the section (e) of the figure, in the probability variation / time-reduced gaming state (first limited frequency), the small hit is with a probability of 97/1024 (= about once every 11 variations). Occurring and paying out a winning ball to the big winning opening C10 related to the small hit, the player's ball is increased (slowly increasing compared to the above-mentioned special game). Here, in the section (e), 33 symbol variations are executed in about 23 seconds (about 117 winning balls are obtained by 3 small hits). That is, as compared with the first limited frequency, the number of prize balls won (or the expected value) by small hits in the same number of fluctuations is the same, but the time for digesting the fluctuations of the same number of fluctuations is short. Therefore, it can appear as if the player is in a highly profitable state. Although a detailed description is omitted, for example, about 108 game balls are fired in 65 seconds, and about 38 game balls are fired in 23 seconds. Therefore, the lower the rate of entry to the second main game start opening B10, the more game balls launched within the time to digest the same number of fluctuations are lost, so the second limited frequency is more than the first limited frequency It is supplemented that the profit actually becomes high for the player.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a timing chart according to the gaming state transition in the present embodiment. First, in the non-stochastic fluctuation / non-time shortening game state, at the timing of 1 in the figure, the 8R special game is executed when the first main game symbol is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol “5A”. .

  Next, at the timing of 2 in the figure, triggered by the end of the special game related to the jackpot symbol “5A”, the probability variation gaming state and the time shortening gaming state are entered, and the first limited frequency is set. Note that, during the time-reduced gaming state, basically, the variation of the second main gaming symbol is executed.

  Next, at the timing of 3 in the figure, a small hit game is executed when the second main game symbol is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol “BK” (in the case of a small hit game, the probability variation is changed). Switching between gaming state and time saving gaming state is not performed).

  Next, at the timing of 4 in the figure, a special game of 16R is executed when the second main game symbol is stopped and displayed as a big hit symbol “7B”. At this time, the special game winning probability is switched to non-probability change (non-probability variation game state), and the change time is changed to non-time reduction (non-time reduction game state).

  Next, at the timing of 5 in the figure, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “7B” is completed, the game shifts to the probability variation gaming state and the time shortening gaming state, and the second limited frequency is set. The Here, the state in which the second limited frequency is set (sometimes referred to as the second limited frequency state) continues for a maximum of 70 fluctuations, and the main game symbol fluctuation time (fluctuation time at the time of loss and small hit) ) Is a state that is likely to be shorter than a state in which the first limited frequency is set (sometimes referred to as a first limited frequency state). In this example, it is assumed that the main game symbol is stopped and displayed 70 times (the special game is not executed) within the period of 5 to 6 in the figure.

  Next, at the timing of 6 in the figure, the second limited frequency state is terminated when the main game symbol is stopped and displayed 70 times in the second limited frequency state, and the state shifts to the first limited frequency state.

  Next, at the timing of 7 in the figure, the 8R special game is executed when the second main game symbol is stopped and displayed as the big hit symbol “4B”. At this time, the special game winning probability is switched to non-probability change (non-probability variation game state), and the change time is changed to non-time reduction (non-time reduction game state).

  Next, at the timing of 8 in the figure, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “4B” is completed, the game shifts to a non-stochastic game state and a time-reduced game state, and the 0th limited frequency is set. (Hereafter, in this example, the time-saving gaming state and the 0th limited frequency state will continue for a maximum of 50 fluctuations).

  By configuring as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, after the end of the special game related to the specific jackpot symbol (in this example, “7B”), the main game symbol for a predetermined period. The variation time (in this example, the variation time of the loss variation and the small hit variation) is shifted to a state where the variation time is likely to be short (for example, the second limited frequency state). As a result, the fluctuation efficiency on the second main game side is increased, so that the occurrence interval of small hits (and small hit games) can be shortened, and even in the same probability fluctuation / time reduction game state, the player Therefore, it is possible to create a new gameability that there is a state advantageous to the player (or a state that seems to be advantageous to the player).

  In the present embodiment, the state where the second limited frequency is set is configured to end with 70 fluctuations, but is not limited to this, and is configured to continue until the next big hit is won. Also good.

  Although not specifically shown in the present example, the production mode (the type of production system such as background production and notice production) may be made different depending on the set limited frequency type. As such a configuration, for example, when the second limited frequency is set (after the special game that will shift to the second limited frequency), the effect mode is effect mode A (for example, a night background image is displayed). When the first limited frequency or the 0th limited frequency is set (after the special game that will shift to the first limited frequency or the 0th limited frequency), the production mode is the production mode B (for example, evening The background image is displayed). In addition, in such a configuration, an effect (a night background image) that shifts from the effect mode A to the effect mode B during the symbol change in a part of the symbol change that is expected to be a big hit when the effect mode A stays. To the evening background image). Furthermore, in such a configuration, when the symbol change that is planned to be a big hit at the time of staying in the production mode A, and after the special game related to the big hit, it is scheduled to shift to the second limited frequency again, You may comprise so that possibility that the stay of presentation mode A may be maintained becomes high. In other words, in the case where an effect that shifts from the effect mode A to the effect mode B is executed, the configuration is changed to the first limited frequency or the 0th limited frequency after the special game related to the symbol variation is finished. Since the possibility of transition is increased, and this may be disadvantageous for the player, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game depending on whether or not such effects are performed. That is, when such a transition to the production mode B is not performed for the transition from the production mode B to the production mode A, when the production mode B stays {(* without the mode transition, from the beginning (after the end of the last special game) To) If you are in the production mode B}, if the big hit occurs, the second limitation is relatively more than the case where the big win occurs in the production mode B with mode transition. The degree of expectation to shift to the frequency will increase, and when configured in this way, the transition to the production mode B is suggested during the stay in the production mode A as the production that makes a transition from the production mode A to the production mode B. Such an effect may be executed, and then a specific reach effect may be executed, or an effect similar to the specific reach effect may be generated when the effect mode B stays.

  Although not specifically shown in this example, even if any limited frequency type is set, the total number of game balls that enter the big winning opening C10 at the time of the small hit game is displayed or entered The count display may be configured to be displayed on the effect display device SG. In addition, the total number of winning prize balls (small hits, during the period in which the second limited frequency is set (especially during the period in which the second limited frequency → the special game → the second limited frequency →... Loops)). The total number of winning balls such as big hits may be displayed on the effect display device SG. Further, in such a configuration, when the second limited frequency state ends (* or when the mode is changed from the production mode A to the production mode B), the total winning prize balls displayed on the production display device SG The number is temporarily stored, and at the timing when the production mode in the next second limited frequency state shifts from the production mode A to the production mode B, the total number of winning balls displayed at the timing and the temporary storage You may comprise so that the sum with the total number of prize-winning balls obtained may be displayed on the effect display device SG. In addition, the total number of award winning balls displayed on the effect display device SG in the second limited frequency state is displayed in addition to the number of award winning balls based on the small hits, while the 0th limited frequency state and the first In the limited frequency state, it is desirable not to display the number of winning balls due to small hits (in order to make it appear that the appearance speed is improved by the number of winning balls based on small hits in the second limited frequency state) The purpose of differentiating).

  Although not specifically shown in this example, the game state (especially the time-reduced game state / limited frequency) that transitions after the end of the special game related to the same jackpot symbol depending on the game state at the jackpot that triggered the special game. State) and its duration may be different. For example, in this example, after the end of the time-saving game, when the remaining second main game side holds the big hit relating to the “7B” symbol, the second limited frequency is set after the special game relating to the big hit is over. You may comprise so that it may not set (for example, 1st limited frequency is set).

  Further, in this example, only the end of the special game related to one type of jackpot symbol is used as an opportunity to shift to a state advantageous to the player (in this example, the second limited frequency state), but this is not limitative. Instead, for example, a plurality of jackpot symbols that shift to a state advantageous to the player after the special game ends may be provided. Also, in that case, the period in which the player is in an advantageous state differs depending on which jackpot symbol is hit (for example, 70 fluctuations after big hit A, 150 fluctuations after big hit B, It may be configured to be in an advantageous state. In addition, when a plurality of small hit symbols and losing symbols are provided and a specific small hit symbol or losing symbol is selected, it is possible to shift to a state advantageous to the player (meaning the second limited frequency in the present embodiment). It may be configured. In this case, as described above, the game state that shifts after the small hit game related to the same small hit symbol and the duration thereof may differ depending on the game state at the time of the small hit.

(Second Embodiment)
In the present embodiment, a winning ball is acquired mainly by entering the big winning opening C10 during the special game related to the big hit. Therefore, the winning ball acquisition by the small hit is only a bonus between the big hit and the big hit. Element. Therefore, a configuration capable of acquiring a lot of prize balls by small hits is a second embodiment, and only differences from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 26 is a front view of the gaming machine in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is that there are two start ports for the first main game {in this example, the first main game start port (1) A10-1 and the first main game start port (2) A10-2 The first main game start port (2) A10-2, which is one of the first main game start ports, is easy to enter the first main game start port (2) A10-2. A first main game start port A11-2d that can be displaced between an open state and a closed state where entry is difficult (can be displaced based on the result of the auxiliary game), and a first main game start port (2 ) A first main game start entrance entrance detection device (2) A11-2s for detecting entry into A10-2. In addition, the second main game start opening B10 is constantly displaced (for example, irregularly displaced) between an open state in which entry into the second main game start opening B10 is easy and a closed state in which entry is difficult. The entry of game balls is restricted by the two main game start entrance entrance control member B11f. Note that the opening / closing control of the first main game start opening electric accessory A11-2d is substantially the same as the opening / closing control of the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d in the present embodiment, and thus description thereof is omitted.

  First, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of main game symbol display processing according to the subroutine of step 1400 of FIG. 5 in the second embodiment. The difference from this embodiment is step 1403 (second), and its purpose is to configure the first main game side hold to be prioritized over the second main game side hold. . That is, in step 1403 (second), the hold digest control means MJ31 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B and confirms whether or not there is a hold of the first main game symbol. To do. If Yes in step 1403 (second), the process proceeds to step 1400 (1), and if No, the process proceeds to step 1400 (2).

  Next, FIG. 28 is a table configuration diagram of the main game symbol lottery according to the second embodiment. The differences from this embodiment are the small hit probability, the big hit symbol, and the variation mode (variation time) at the time of the small hit in the second main game. First, the small hit probability in the second main game is 1004/1024, and the variation on the second main game side is configured to be a small hit with high probability.

  Next, with regard to the jackpot symbol, 5A and 7A are selected on the first main game side, and 5B is selected on the second main game side. Is configured to shift to a probability variation gaming state with a limited number of times (so-called ST). In special games related to 5A and 5B, 2R big hit (not shown in particular, but it is difficult to enter a game ball because the big winning opening C10 is opened short), and in special games related to 7A, 8R big hit ( Although not shown in particular, a game ball can be easily entered in order to open the large winning opening C10 for a long time.

  In addition, in this example, only after the special game related to the jackpot symbol “7A” is completed, the game can be shifted to the time-saving game state (in this example, particularly, the state where the auxiliary game short time flag is turned on). ing. In other words, depending on the big hit on the second main game side, it is not possible to shift to the time-reduced game state (in this example, particularly the state where the auxiliary game time-short flag is on), but this example is only an example For example, even if it is a big hit on the second main game side, the game can be shifted to a time-reduced game state (in this example, particularly, a state where the auxiliary game time-short flag is on). You may comprise. However, even in such a configuration, it is more difficult for the second main game side to shift to the time-saving game than the first main game side. A game with a sharpness can be secured between a game that wins and a game that wins a prize ball by a small hit on the second main game side.

  In addition, the variation time on the second main game side is determined based on the set limited frequency type without depending on the main game short time flag. For example, when there is no limited frequency (and in the non-stochastic variation game state), if the second main game side is a small hit, Bkx (75 seconds), Bky (85 seconds), Bkz (95 seconds) Thus, the variation mode is determined. In this case, since the variation time is relatively long and the variation time is randomly determined from the three patterns, the player is small when there is no limited frequency (in the non-stochastic variation gaming state). Even if an attempt is made to obtain a prize ball by hitting, the efficiency is low, and the game on the first main game side is executed. On the other hand, at the time of the second limited frequency (particularly in the probability variation game state), if the second main game side is a small hit, the variation mode of Bk2 (1 second) is selected uniformly (and the second variation) The main game side wins the jackpot with a high probability). With such a table configuration, the player can execute the game on the second main game side at the second limited frequency, and can efficiently obtain a prize ball by the small hit game. Even in the case of loss variation, when there is no limited frequency (and in the non-stochastic variation gaming state), a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively longer than in the second limited frequency (particularly in the probability variation gaming state) is selected. It is comprised so that.

  Next, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. 10 in the second embodiment. First, in step 1522, 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 1522, in step 1524, the specific game control means MP50 decrements (decrements) the count value of the probability variation counter MP51c. Next, at step 1526, 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 1526, in step 1528, 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. Next, in step 1530, 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 1531, 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 the next process (process of step 1550). In addition, also when it is No in step 1522 or step 1526, it transfers to the next process (process of step 1550).

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of limited frequency end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1550 of FIG. 10 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is that only the processing of step 1558 to step 1562 in FIG. 13 is not executed, and the description is omitted.

  Next, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of special game operation condition determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1600 of FIG. 5 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is about step 1605 (second), and its purpose is to clear the value of the newly provided probability variation counter MP51c. That is, after turning off the specific game flag in step 1604, in step 1605 (second), the specific game control means MP50 clears the count value of the probability variation counter MP51c.

  Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the special game according to the subroutine of Step 1750 of FIG. 15 in the second embodiment. The difference from this embodiment is that step 1753 (second), step 1757 (second), step 1863 (second), step 1765 (second), step 1775 (second) and step 1777 (second) The purpose is to execute a process according to the configuration of the jackpot symbol of the second embodiment and determine the limited frequency set after the end of the special game. That is, in step 1753 (second), the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (200 in this example) in the probability variation counter MP51c, and proceeds to step 1754. After turning on the main game probability change flag in step 1754, in step 1757 (second), the specific game control means MP50 determines that the stop symbol is a specific jackpot symbol (a big hit that shifts to a time-reduced game state after the end of the special game). It is a symbol, and in this example, it is determined whether or not it is 7A). In the case of Yes in step 1757 (second), after turning on the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in step 1772 and step 1774, in step 1775 (second) the specific game control means MP50 The limited frequency type set (temporary storage) in the information temporary storage means MB30b is cleared. Next, in step 1777 (second), the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the limited frequency counter MP53c.

  On the other hand, in the case of No, in step 1863 (second), the specific game control means MP50 sets the second limited frequency as the limited frequency type (the second main game is set by setting the second limited frequency). The variation time of the handle becomes extremely short). Next, in step 1765 (second), the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (in this example, 200 times, preferably the same value as the probability variation number counter MP51c) in the limited frequency counter MP53c. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1800).

  By configuring as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, first, the first main game side is played as a big hit, and after the special game ends, the probability variation gaming state with a limited number of times and the time When transitioning to a shortened gaming state (in this example, it particularly refers to a state in which the auxiliary gaming time-short flag is on), the fluctuation efficiency is increased by opening the first main game starting port electric accessory A11-2d. A game on the first main game side (a game in which a prize ball is obtained by a special game related to the big hit on the first main game side) that is in an advantageous state for the player is mainly executed. On the other hand, the second limited frequency is used when the probability-changing gaming state with a limited number of times and the non-time-reduced gaming state (in this example, particularly, the state where the auxiliary gaming time-short flag is off) are entered after the special game ends. The game on the second main game side that became advantageous by the player due to the increased fluctuating efficiency by being set (game to win a prize ball by the small hit game related to the small hit on the second main game side) Will be executed mainly. In this way, two types of games (especially not shown in the present example, which are different from each other) that have different game characteristics (particularly, a method for acquiring a prize ball) depending on the game state to be shifted to after the special game is finished, are executed. It is possible to create a novel gaming machine that can execute the configuration. In addition, when configured in this way, regardless of which of the above-mentioned gaming states has been entered, after the special game is over, the player hits the right (the game ball is fired so that the game ball flows down on the right side of the game area D30). ), It is possible to execute a game advantageous to the player, and there is an effect that the understanding of the game method is simple.

  Although not specifically shown in the present example, the probability variation gaming state with a limited number of times after the special game ends (so-called ST) and the time-reduced gaming state (in this example, in particular, the state where the auxiliary gaming time reduction flag is on) Since it is a game where the first main game side enjoys whether or not it will be a big hit with the fluctuation within the number of times limit, like the general ST type game machine, The remaining number of STs may be reported in a definite manner. On the other hand, when the transition to the probability variation gaming state with a limited number of times and the non-time-reduced gaming state (in this example, the state in which the auxiliary gaming time-short flag is off) is made after the special game ends, the second main game Side, the big win on the second main game side has a strong meaning of resetting the remaining ST counts (the big prize opening is 2R short open) It is difficult to get a prize ball. That is, the fact that the high profit state will not be known for a long time due to the resetting of the remaining number of STs is the gameability on the second main game side, so the remaining number of STs is reported indefinitely (or not notified). It is preferable to configure. In addition to displaying the remaining number of STs, when two types of games having different game characteristics are executed, different effects may be executed. For example, when playing a game in a probability variation / time-reduced gaming state (mainly a game on the first main game side), it is preferable to execute an effect that tells whether or not a big hit will be made within the ST number. It is. On the other hand, when playing games in the probability fluctuation / non-time-reduced gaming state (mainly games on the second main game side), how much is the small hit during the 200 fluctuations in the limited frequency state? It is preferable to perform an effect that speaks.

(Modification 1 from the second embodiment)
Here, the gaming machine according to the second embodiment is a gaming machine having a gaming property that can enjoy both the acquisition of a prize ball by a special game and the acquisition of a prize ball by a small hit game. It is also possible to adopt a configuration specialized for winning a winning ball. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a first modification from the second embodiment, and only the changes from the second embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 33 is a front view of a gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the second embodiment. The changes from the second embodiment are about the position and shape of the second main game start opening B10. In the first modification from the second embodiment, the second main game start port B10 is provided directly below the first main game start port A10, and the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 is the first main game start port A10. It is configured to be able to enter both the game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10. In addition, the second main game start opening B10 has a horizontally long shape, and a game ball can always enter, and the game ball can easily enter compared to the first main game start opening A10 (in this example, The game ball is easy to enter due to the large opening into which the game ball enters (the number of prize balls for entering the second main game start opening B10 is 1).

  Next, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 (second variation 1) in FIG. 5 in Modification 1 from the second embodiment. First, at step 1400 (1), the game content determination means MN executes a first main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1400 (2), the game content determination means MN executes a second main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1600). With this configuration, the second main game side can start to change even when the first main game side changes, and the first main game side also changes when the second main game side changes. Can start (so-called parallel lottery).

  Next, FIG. 35 shows the first (second) main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. 34 in the first modification from the second embodiment. It is a flowchart. Changes from the second embodiment are step 1404 (second variation 1) and steps 1438 (second variation 1) to 1454 (second variation 1), and the purpose thereof is a gaming machine capable of executing parallel lottery. It is to do. 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. That is, in step 1404 (second variation 1), the pending digest control unit MJ31 determines whether or not the variation start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is not during the special game (or during the operation of the condition device) and is not changing the first main game symbol (in the case of processing on the second main game symbol side, the second main game symbol) It is a condition that the main game symbol is reserved and is not in the small hit game.

  In step 1412, after setting the information related to the determined main game symbol and the command related to the game state information, in step 1438 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C A predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol is set in the first main game timer MP11t-C1 (second main game timer MP11t-C2), and the timer is started. Next, in step 1440 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C performs the first main game of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). On the game symbol display portion A21g (second main game symbol display portion B21g), the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) according to the variation mode stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. The change display of the game symbol) is started. Next, in step 1442 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C is in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C. The 1 (second) changing flag is turned on, and the process proceeds to step 1444 (second changed 1).

  Next, in step 1444 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C has reached a predetermined time related to the variation time of the first main game symbol (second main game symbol). It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 1444 (second variation 1), in step 1446 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C determines the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game). The main game symbol display on the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) of the game symbol display device B20) is stopped, and the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means are stopped. Display control is performed with the stop symbol stored in MB11b-C as a fixed stop symbol. Control goes to step 1452 (second variation 1). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1444 (second variation 1), in step 1448 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C refer to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Then, it is determined whether or not the special game execution flag or the small hit execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1448 (second variation 1), in step 1450 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sends the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game). The main game symbol display on the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) of the game symbol display device B20) is stopped with the stop symbol as a lost symbol, and the lost symbol is displayed. Display control is performed as a fixed stop symbol, and the process proceeds to step 1452 (second variation 1).

  Next, in step 1452 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sends information indicating that symbol variation has ended (the symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub-main control unit SM. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the side (sent to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1454 (second variation 1), the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C is in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C. The 1 (second) changing flag is turned off, and the process proceeds to step 1430. If step 1448 (second modification 1) is No, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1600).

  Next, FIG. 36 is an image diagram relating to the transition of the number of game balls in the first modification from the second embodiment. First, as shown in the section (a) in the figure, in the non-stochastic fluctuation / non-time-reduced gaming state, the number of game balls fired and the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10 Due to the difference from the winning ball due to the entry, the player's ball will gradually decrease.

  Next, as shown in the section of FIG. 5B, in the special game related to the big hit symbol “5A”, the big winning opening C10 is short-opened (short-time opening in which it is difficult to enter the game ball). Therefore, it is difficult to acquire a prize ball, and the number of balls held by the player does not change (or is small). Here, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “5A” is completed, the game state is changed to a probability variation / time reduction game, and the second limited frequency is set as the limited frequency type.

  Next, as shown in the section (c) in the figure, in the probability variation / time shortening gaming state (second limited frequency), a small hit occurs with a probability of 1004/1024 (= almost every variation), As a result of paying out a winning ball by entering the big winning opening C10 related to the small hit, the player's holding ball increases. Note that the probability variation / time-reduced gaming state (second limited frequency) in (c) is a ST (probability variation gaming state with a limited number of times) up to 200 variations, and is a gaming state that is highly profitable for the player. is there.

  Next, as shown in the section (d) in the figure, in the special game related to the big hit symbol “5B”, the big winning opening C10 is short-opened (short-time opening in which it is difficult to enter the game ball). Therefore, it is difficult to acquire a prize ball, and the number of balls held by the player does not change (or is small). Here, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “5B” is completed, the game state is changed to a probability variation / time reduction game, and the second limited frequency is set as the limited frequency type. In addition, since the upper limit number of the probability variation gaming state is reset, the high profit state up to 200 variations is started again.

  Next, since the section of FIG. 5E is the same as the gameability of FIG. Note that the jackpot symbol on the second main game side has only “5B” for resetting the upper limit count of the probability variation gaming state, so the upper limit count of the probability variation count (200 variations in this example) is reached (or When the first main game side wins the “7A” symbol), the probability variation / time shortening gaming state ends.

  Next, FIG. 37 is a timing chart relating to the transition of the gaming state in the first modification from the second embodiment. In the upper part of the figure, a case where a big hit is made with the “5A” symbol in the non-stochastic fluctuation / non-time shortening gaming state will be described as an example. In the game before 1 in the figure, the variation time on the second main game side tends to be long, and the game on the first main game side is mainly executed.

  First, at the timing of 1 in the figure, the 2R special game is executed when the first main game symbol is stopped and displayed as the big hit symbol “5A”. In this example, in the special game related to the big hit symbol “5A”, the special winning opening C10 is short-opened, so that it is difficult to obtain a winning ball by entering the special winning opening C10.

  Next, at the timing of 2 in the figure, triggered by the end of the special game related to the jackpot symbol “5A”, a transition is made to a probability variation gaming state with a limited number of times up to 200 variations (so-called ST), and A second limited frequency is set.

  Next, at the timing of 3 in the figure, a small hit game is executed when the second main game symbol is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol “BK” (in the case of a small hit game, the probability variation is changed). Switching between gaming state and time saving gaming state is not performed). During the second limited frequency (3-4 and 5-6 in the figure), the variation time of the second main game symbol tends to be short, and the second main game side has a high probability of making a small hit, Small hit games will occur continuously.

  Next, at the timing of 4 in the figure, the 2R special game is executed when the second main game symbol is stopped and displayed with the big hit symbol “5B”. In this example, in the special game related to the big hit symbol “5A”, the special winning opening C10 is short-opened, so that it is difficult to obtain a winning ball by entering the special winning opening C10. At this time, the special game winning probability is switched to non-probability change (non-probability change game state).

  Next, at the timing of 5 in the figure, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “5B” is finished, the game again shifts to a probability variation game state (so-called ST) up to 200 variations, A second limited frequency is set.

  Next, at the timing of 6 in the figure, the probability varying gaming state and the second limited frequency state will be terminated when the main game symbol is stopped and displayed 200 times within the period of 5-6 in the figure. . It should be noted that the games after 6 in the figure, like the games before 1 in the figure, tend to have a long fluctuation time on the second main game side, and the games on the first main game side are mainly executed. Become.

  Next, with reference to the lower part of the figure, a case where a big hit with the “7A” symbol in the non-stochastic fluctuation / non-time shortened gaming state will be described as an example. First, at the timing shown in FIG. 8A, the 8R special game is executed when the first main game symbol is stopped and displayed as the jackpot symbol “7A”.

  Next, at the timing of b in the figure, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “7A” is completed, the state shifts to a probability variation game state with a limited number of times of 200 variations (so-called ST). However, since it does not shift to the second limited frequency state, the fluctuation on the second main game side tends to be long after that, and the game on the first main game side is mainly executed.

  By changing as described above, the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modified example from the second embodiment can always enter the first main game starting port A10 and can always enter the ball (first main game starting port). 2nd main game start opening B10 which is easier to enter than A10), and the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol can be changed simultaneously. Further, when it is not in the second limited frequency state, the variation time on the second main game side tends to be long, and the game on the first main game side is mainly executed. Further, the second main game is configured to have a small hit with a high probability (in this example, a probability of 1004/1024). Here, when a big hit is made with a specific jackpot symbol (in this example, “5A” and “5B”), a special game related to the jackpot (in this example, a special game that short-opens the big winning opening C10). After the end of the game, it is difficult to enter the game ball), and the transition to the second limited frequency state (and the probability variation game state) where the variation time on the second main game side tends to be short is possible. By configuring as described above, the second limited frequency state is ended thereafter (in this example, the main game symbol is displayed 200 times continuously and stopped with a symbol other than the big hit, or the big hit with the “7A” symbol. A new game is created in which small hits are continuously generated until the game is completed, and winning balls are obtained by entering the winning balls A10 released by the small hits. Can do it. In addition, since it is always easy to enter the second main game start port B10, a second main game start port electric accessory B11d (so-called electric Chu) that supports entering the second main game start port B10 is provided. There is no need to provide it. As a result, it is possible to reduce the number of members and development costs.

  In this example, when one of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is a big hit or a small hit, the other symbol is forcibly stopped by a lost symbol. At this time, the value of the probability variation counter MP51c and the value of the limited frequency counter 53c are subtracted. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the measurement of the variation time of the other symbol is temporarily stopped, May be configured not to subtract the value of the probability variation counter MP51c and the value of the limited frequency counter 53c.

  In the first modification from the second embodiment, after the first main game side wins a big hit with the “5A” symbol, in the second limited frequency state, when there is no limited frequency (loss variation is 10 to 60). Compared to the second and small hit fluctuations of 75 to 95 seconds), the fluctuation time on the second main game side is shortened (the loss fluctuation is 0.5 seconds and the small hit fluctuation is 1 second). However, there are other specs of gaming machines that can be realized by the same board configuration. For example, if the first main game side does not win a big hit with the “5A” symbol (for example, if it is a big hit with the “7A” symbol), a limited frequency state different from the second limited frequency (for example, lose By configuring so that the fluctuation is shifted to 3 seconds and the small hit fluctuation is 1 to 10 seconds), the chance zone for shifting to the second limited frequency state which is a high profit state (the above-mentioned second limited frequency is It is possible to create gaming machines having different limited frequency states.

  Also, limited frequency A, limited frequency B, limited frequency C, limited frequency D (fluctuation efficiency on the second main game side: A> B> C> D) are provided, and a small hit for a big hit or a specific small hit symbol is provided. As a trigger, the limited frequency type may be switched. In such a configuration, as the big hit (or a specific small hit) is continued within the ST number, the variation frequency on the second main game side is higher (= the player's profit is higher) to the limited frequency type. By configuring so as to switch (that is, there is no change efficiency rank down), it is possible to create a new gameability that increases the profitability of the player each time a consecutive home (in that case, the upper limit of the number of STs) The set limited frequency type is reset).

  Further, in this example, the variation efficiency on the second main game side is improved by shifting to a limited frequency state in which the variation mode in which the variation time on the second main game side is short is easily selected. However, it is not limited to this. For example, since the gaming machine according to the present example is a parallel lottery type gaming machine, it is configured to shift to a limited frequency state in which a variation mode in which the variation time on the first main game side is long is easily selected. You may comprise so that the relative variation efficiency (the number of times of execution of the 2nd main game change with respect to the 1st main game change) on the 2nd main game side between the 1st main game and the 2nd main game may be improved.

(Third embodiment)
Now, in the market, a gaming machine that shifts to a probability-variable gaming state after the end of a special game due to the entry of a game ball into a specific area provided in a special winning opening (a so-called ball-accuracy type game machine) There is a gaming machine). In such a ball game type gaming machine, the special winning game on the first main game side may open the grand prize opening in an open mode in which it is difficult to enter a specific area, and the second main game side In all special games in the game, the big winning opening is opened in an open mode in which it is easy to enter a specific area, thereby creating a high profit state with a low rush rate and a high continuation rate. However, there are many game machines with a similar configuration, and there is a long-awaited game machine with a novel configuration utilizing the game characteristics of the ball accuracy type. Here, as described in the above embodiment, a gaming machine having an unprecedented gaming ability by combining gaming characteristics utilizing limited frequency and small hits with game-playing gaming characteristics Can be created. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a third embodiment, and only differences from the present embodiment will be described in detail below. In the third embodiment, the game progression means MP has a distribution game execution control means MP36 for executing a distribution game that opens a special winning opening having a specific area.

  First, FIG. 38 is a front view of a gaming machine according to the third embodiment. Here, since there are many parts which overlap with the description of FIG. 26 which is a front view of 2nd Embodiment, the description of the same figure demonstrates a difference with 2nd Embodiment. First, the difference from the second embodiment is that the first main game starting port (2) A10-2 and the position where the auxiliary game starting port H10 is provided, and the second major winning port, It is about.

  In the third embodiment, the first main game start port (2) A10-2 and the auxiliary game start port H10 are provided on the left side of the game area D30, and a game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 enters the ball. The game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 is difficult to enter. That is, the first main game start port (2) A10-2 and the second main game start port B10 are configured so as to be distinguished. Further, the gaming machine according to the third embodiment is provided with a second big prize opening C20 having a specific area C22 therein. In the description according to the third embodiment, the big prize opening C10 in the present embodiment and the second embodiment may be referred to as the first big prize opening C10 in distinction from the second big prize opening C20.

  Next, FIG. 39 is a table configuration diagram of the main game symbol lottery according to the third embodiment. The differences from this embodiment are the small hit probability in the second main game (the description is omitted because it is substantially the same as the second embodiment), the big hit symbol, and the variation mode at the time of the small hit (from the second embodiment) Since it is substantially the same, the description is omitted).

  Here, for the big hit symbol, 7A is selected on the first main game side, and 4B and 7B are selected on the second main game side. Is executed. As will be described later, in the special game related to 7A and 7B, the second big prize opening C20 having the specific area C22 is opened long (the game ball can easily enter the specific area C22, that is, the probability variation game state) In the special game related to 4B, the second big winning opening C20 having the specific area C22 is short-opened (it is difficult to enter the game ball into the specific area C22, that is, the probability variation) Transition to gaming state is not planned). Note that the jackpot symbol on the first main game side is only “7A” (the jackpot symbol scheduled to shift to the probability variation gaming state), while the jackpot symbol on the second main game side is “4B”. (A jackpot symbol that is not scheduled to shift to the probability variation gaming state).

  Next, FIG. 40 is a flowchart of special game control processing according to the subroutine of step 1700 of FIG. 5 in the third embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is Step 1711 (third) and Step 1900 (third), and the purpose is to execute the distribution game during the special game. That is, after setting the special game start display instruction command in step 1708, or when the special game execution flag is on in step 1710, in step 1711 (third), the special game control means MP30 It is determined whether the currently executed round is a sorting game execution round (in this example, 3R, 5R). In the case of Yes in step 1711 (third), in step 1900 (third), the allocated game execution control means MP36 executes an allocated game execution process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 1734. On the other hand, if NO in step 1711 (third), the process proceeds to step 1712.

  Next, FIG. 41 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution process according to the subroutine of Step 1900 (third) in FIG. 40 in the third embodiment. First, at step 1902, the allocated game execution control means MP36 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and determines whether or not the allocated game execution flag is off. If Yes in step 1902, the process proceeds to step 1916. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1902, in step 1904, the distribution game execution control means MP36 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and the main game symbol that is stopped is the long open symbol (7A, 7B). It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes in Step 1904, in Step 1906, the distribution game execution control means MP36 uses a long release pattern (for example, a 30-second release pattern) as the release pattern of the second big prize opening C20 having the specific area C22. Then, an opening pattern designed so as to definitely enter the specific area C22 is set, and the process proceeds to Step 1910. In the case of No in step 1904, in step 1908, the distribution game execution control means MP36 uses the short open pattern (for example, 0. 0) as the open pattern of the second big prize opening C20 having the specific area C22. The opening pattern is set for 1 second and is designed so that the non-entry into the specific area C22 becomes definite, and the process proceeds to step 1910.

  Next, at step 1910, the sorting game execution control means MP36 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c. Next, at step 1912, the allocated game execution control means MP36 turns on the allocated game continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1914, the distribution game execution control means MP36 opens the second big prize opening C20 with the set release pattern, and the process proceeds to step 1916.

  Next, at step 1916, the allocation game execution control means MP36 confirms the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c and determines whether or not a predetermined number (10) of gaming balls have won the second big winning opening C20. To do. If Yes in step 1916, the process proceeds to step 1920. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1916, in step 1918, the allocation game execution control means MP36 determines whether or not the opening period (the set opening pattern) of the second big prize opening C20 has ended. If Yes in step 1918, the process proceeds to step 1920. Next, at step 1920, the distribution game execution control means MP36 closes the second big prize opening C20. Next, at step 1922, the assigned game execution control means MP36 turns off the assigned game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1924, the allocated game execution control means MP36 determines whether or not a game ball has entered the specific area C22 in the allocated game execution round. In the case of Yes in step 1924, in step 1926, the distribution game execution control means MP36 turns on the main game probability change transition reservation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to step 1928. . Also in the case of No in step 1924, the process proceeds to step 1928. Next, at step 1928, the allocated game execution control means MP36 adds 1 to the round number counter (ends the allocated game execution round), and proceeds to the next process (the process at step 1734). Even in the case of No in step 1918, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1734).

  Next, FIG. 42 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of Step 1750 (third) in FIG. 40 in the third embodiment. First, in step 1780, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and determines whether or not the main game probability change transition reservation flag is on. In the case of Yes in Step 1780, in Step 1782, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (in this example, 200 times) in the probability variation counter MP51c. Next, in step 1784, 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, at step 1786, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game probability change transition reservation flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in step 1788, the specific game control means MP50 sets the second limited frequency (if the second limited frequency is set, the variation time on the second main game side becomes extremely short) as the limited frequency type. To do. Next, in step 1789, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (in this example, 200 times, preferably the same value as the value set in the probability variation number counter MP51c) in the limited frequency counter MP53c. The process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1800).

  In the third embodiment, the probability of being a big hit on the second main game side in the probability variation gaming state is approximately 1/100, and the number of times set in the probability variation counter MP51c is 200 times, and the probability variation gaming state The value is larger than the denominator of the probability of being a big hit on the second main game side. By configuring in this way, it is possible to reduce a situation in which the probability varying gaming state ends without winning a big hit when the state shifts to the probability varying gaming state.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1780, in step 1790, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the big hit symbol related to the executed special game is a short open symbol (in this example, 4B ). In the case of Yes in Step 1790, in Step 1791, the special game control means MP50 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the special game won in the probability variation game state and the non-time shortened game state (so-called latent probability change). It is determined whether it is after the end of. In the case of Yes in step 1791, in step 1792, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (in this example, 50 times) in the time reduction number counter MP52c. Next, in step 1793, the specific game control means MP50 sets the second limited frequency (if the second limited frequency is set, the variation time on the second main game side becomes extremely short) as the limited frequency type. To do. Next, in step 1794, the specific game control means MP50 stores the reserved ball remaining on the second main game side before the transition to the time-reduced game state, a predetermined number of times (in this example, four times) in the limited frequency counter MP53c. Is to digest at high speed). Next, in step 1796 and step 1798, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and performs the next processing (step 1800). Note that if the result is No in step 1790 or step 1791, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1800). By configuring in this way, it is possible to shift to the time-reduced gaming state only after the special game related to the big hit symbol “4B” is completed on the second main game side during the probability variation gaming state.

  Next, FIG. 43 is an image diagram relating to the transition of the number of game balls in the third embodiment. First, as shown in the section (a) of the figure, in the non-stochastic fluctuation / non-time-reduced gaming state, the difference between the number of game balls fired and the winning ball by entering the first main game start opening A10. As a result, the player's ball will gradually decrease.

  Next, as shown in the section (b) of the figure, during the special game related to the big hit symbol “7A”, the player's possession is obtained by paying out a prize ball by entering the big prize opening C10. The sphere will increase. Here, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “7A” is ended, the gaming state becomes a probability variation / non-time reduction game state, and the second limited frequency is set as the limited frequency type.

  Next, as shown in the section (c) of the figure, in the probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state (second limited frequency), a small hit occurs with a probability of 1004/1024 (= almost every variation). As a result, the player's balls are increased by paying out the winning balls for entering the big winning opening C10 related to the small hits. The probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state (second limited frequency) in (c) is an ST (probability varying gaming state with a limited number of times) up to 200 variations, and a gaming state that is highly profitable for the player. It is.

  Next, as shown in the section (d) of the figure, during the special game related to the big hit symbol “4B”, the player's possession is obtained by paying out a prize ball by entering the big prize opening C10. The sphere will increase. Here, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “4B” is completed, the game state is changed to a non-probability variation / time reduction game.

  Next, as shown in the section (e) of the figure, in the non-stochastic fluctuation / time-reduced gaming state, the first main game start opening electric accessory A11-2d is easily opened, so the player The game ball is fired toward the first main game start port (2) A10-2, and the game on the first main game side is mainly executed. In this example, the big hit symbol “4B” is a big hit and the second main game side hold (remaining hold) is digested in a short time when the game shifts to the time reduction game state. Only 4 fluctuations are configured to be the second limited frequency (when the transition to the time-reduced gaming state is made, if the second main game side has a hold, 75- This is because it is easy to select a variation that is a long time of 95 seconds, so that the progress of the game is prevented from being temporarily suspended. It may be configured to be a first main game priority digest type that executes symbol variation preferentially or a parallel lottery type that can simultaneously execute the first main game symbol variation and the second main game symbol variation).

  Next, FIG. 44 is a timing chart according to the game state transition in the third embodiment. First, at the timing of 1 in the figure, the 5R special game is executed when the first main game symbol is stopped and displayed with the big hit symbol “7A”. In this example, in the special game related to the big hit symbol “7A”, a sorting game is executed in which the second big prize opening C20 having the specific area C22 is long opened (game balls can be easily entered).

  Next, at the timing of 2 in the figure, the special game related to the jackpot symbol “7A” is ended, and in the distribution game during the special game, the entry to the specific area C22 is detected, While shifting to a probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state with a limited number of times up to 200 variations, a second limited frequency is set.

  Next, at the timing of 3 in the figure, a small hit game is executed when the second main game symbol is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol “BK” (in the case of a small hit game, the probability variation is changed). Switching between gaming state and time saving gaming state is not performed). During the second limited frequency (3 to 4 in the figure), the variation time of the second main game symbol tends to be short, and the second main game side has a high probability of making a small hit. (The same applies to the period 5-6 in the figure, but when there is no remaining reserve on the second main game side, the game on the first main game side is executed.) Therefore, a small hit game is unlikely to occur).

  Next, at the timing of 4 in the figure, a special game of 5R is executed when the second main game symbol is stopped and displayed with the big hit symbol “4B”. In this example, in the special game related to the big hit symbol “4B”, a sorting game is executed in which the second big winning opening C20 having the specific area C22 is opened short (it is difficult to enter a game ball). At this time, the special game winning probability is switched between non-probability change (non-probability variation gaming state) and non-time saving (non-time shortening gaming state).

  Next, at the timing of 5 in the figure, when the special game related to the jackpot symbol “4B” is completed, the game shifts to a non-probability variation / time shortening gaming state (time shortening gaming state up to 50 variations). . Note that only the first four fluctuations in the time-saving gaming state are configured to be the second limited frequency.

  Next, at the timing of 6 in the figure, the second limited frequency state is ended when the first four fluctuations in the time-saving gaming state are ended. Although not particularly illustrated in this example, when there is no situation in which there is a remaining reserve on the second main game side (for example, after the special game related to the big hit when not in the second limited frequency, the time-saving game state ), The first four fluctuations in the time-saving gaming state may be configured not to be the second limited frequency.

  With the configuration as described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment, after the end of the special game related to the big hit on the first main game side (especially, the game ball has entered the specific area C22) ), A transition is made to a probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state with a limited number of times, and a second limited frequency state is entered. In the second limited frequency state, the variation time of the second main game symbol tends to be short, and in the second main game, it is a small hit with a high probability (in this example, a probability of 1004/1024). It is configured as follows. Therefore, in the second limited frequency state, small hit games occur continuously, and it is high for a player who can acquire a prize ball by entering the big prize opening C10 related to the small hit game. A profitable period can be created. Note that the high profit period is the end of the probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state due to the number of times limit, or a special game in which the specific area C22 is not entered (for example, the second big prize opening C20 is shortened). The game ends when the special game is released. Here, not the end of the probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state due to the limited number of times, but the end of a special game in which the specific area C22 has not been entered (for example, a special game in which the second big prize opening C20 is short-opened) When the second limited frequency state is terminated due to the above, the time-shifted gaming state up to a maximum of 50 fluctuations (a state in which the fluctuation efficiency on the first main game side is increased) is shifted to. Moreover, when a big hit is made on the first main game side, it may be configured to shift to a limited frequency state. On the other hand, if the second main game side is a big hit (especially a big hit related to the big hit symbol “4B”) in the probability fluctuation / non-time reduction gaming state (limited frequency state), the non-stochastic fluctuation / time reduction game On the other hand, in the case of a big hit when not in the (limited frequency state) (especially a big hit related to the big hit symbol “4B”), it is configured not to enter the non-stochastic fluctuation / time reduction gaming state. That is, in the normal state (non-probability variation / non-time shortened gaming state), when a big hit is made on the first main game side, the limited frequency state is set regardless of whether or not a specific area C22 is entered during the special gaming state. It may be configured to make a transition, and if a big hit is made on the second main game side in a normal state, the transition to the time-reduced gaming state is not made regardless of whether or not a specific area C22 is entered during the special gaming state. It may be configured.

  In addition, in the gaming machine according to the present example, even when it is normal (non-probability variation / non-time-reduced gaming state), by entering the second main game starting port B10 where the game ball can enter (or easily) A small hit game is executed with a high probability, and the big winning opening C10 is opened. Therefore, in normal times, the player is prevented from winning a prize ball by hitting a small hit by hitting right (particularly, a single shot that stops the launch of the game ball when the second main game starts). It is desirable. In this example, the symbol variation time on the second main game side during normal time is long, and it is configured to be selected from multiple patterns (in this example, 75 seconds, 85 seconds, 95 seconds) to prevent aiming shooting However, the present invention is not limited to this, and there are a plurality of demonstration times (and / or long time) from the stop display of the small hit symbol to the start of the small hit game. A plurality of opening patterns of the winning opening C10 are provided (for example, a pattern that opens once, a pattern that opens twice), or a game ball that is launched at the timing of stop display of the small hit symbol is a big prize related to the small hit game It may be configured to make it impossible or difficult to reach the big prize opening C10 by the time the opening of the mouth C10 is finished (for example, a board configuration for reducing the speed of the game ball, or a big prize from the launch position of the game ball). Distance to C10 can be realized by a long board configuration).

  Here, among the above-described embodiments, the embodiment having the gameability of acquiring a prize ball mainly by small hits {the second embodiment, the first modified example from the second embodiment, the third embodiment, In the case of fluctuations on the two main game side almost every change (with a probability of 1020/1024), a small hit will occur} In order to make a player profit by continuing right-handed, {(large The number of winning balls in the winning mouth) × (Expected value of the number of winning balls in the big winning mouth) × (Expected value of the number of small hits per minute)} That is, the expected number of winning balls per minute> (Game per minute It is preferable to design so that the number of fired spheres).

  For example, in the same manner as in the above embodiment, when the number of winning balls in the grand prize opening is 13, the expected number of winning balls in the big winning mouth is 3, and the number of game balls fired per minute is 100, By configuring the number of small hits per minute to exceed “2.56 times” (that is, the small hits occur at a frequency of more than once every 23.4 seconds), the player can benefit Possible design value. Here, regarding the demonstration time in the small hit game, based on the embodiment, when the small hit variation is 1 second, the opening time of the big winning opening related to the small hit is 1.7 seconds as in the previous embodiment, By setting the total time of the small hit start demo and end demo to less than 20.7 seconds, it becomes a design value that allows the player to gain profit. However, since it is only a break-even point, if you want to secure a positive of around 100 shots per minute, the expected number of small hits per minute is 5 times (* Once every 12 seconds ... 13 (3 × 5 = 195 shots) is preferable (in this case, the total value of the small hit start demo / end demo time may be 9.3 seconds).

  In the case of the above-mentioned design value, it is preferable to prevent aiming and stopping by changing the small hit start demonstration / end demo time according to the small hit symbol (to open the big prize opening). By launching the game balls together, it is possible to reduce the number of game balls fired per minute and increase profits). For example, by reducing the number of winning balls in the big prize opening, the effect of aiming and stopping may be reduced. {To guarantee profit, the expected number of small hits per minute at the same time (or the big prize opening) It is necessary to increase the expected number of incoming balls) (that is, to shorten the time of the start / end demo for the small hits)}. When configured in this way, it is possible to reduce the merit of irregular hitting in which the player hits the right in the normal state and obtains a winning ball with a small hit. Here, if the player wants to acquire 195 award balls per minute in the same manner as the above design while reducing the number of winning balls in the grand prize opening, 5 award balls × 3 balls per ball × 1 minute A design of 13 small hits per hit = 195 balls can be assumed. In this case, since it is only necessary to hit a small hit at a rate of once every 4.61 seconds, the total value of the small hit start demo / end demo time may be set to 1.91 seconds. As a result, it is possible to reduce the effect of aiming and stopping without changing the demonstration time according to the design in order to prevent aiming and stopping. To fire continuously).

  However, as the number of small hits per minute is increased, the time during which the advantageous state continues is shortened. Since “the number of small hits per minute is large = the number of fluctuations of the main game symbol is large”, a disadvantageous big hit in the second main game symbol (a big hit at which the advantageous state ends, for example, “ The possibility of winning the “4B” big hit) also increases when viewed per unit time, and the time for digesting the ST200 variation also becomes shorter. Therefore, the number of winning balls for the big winning opening, the expected number of small hits per minute (per unit time), and the expected number of winning for the big winning mouth may be adjusted in accordance with the effect to be performed. Here, as a method of adjusting the expected number of small hits per minute (per unit time), the big hit probability (and the number of STs) during ST may be adjusted {if it is desired to extend the time during which the advantageous state continues The probability of hitting the jackpot during ST may be lowered (at the same time, the continuation rate of the advantageous state can be maintained by increasing the number of STs).

<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 may be added to these concepts as well as the concepts combined and separated.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (1)
A main game unit (for example, a main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game;
An auxiliary game unit (for example, main control board M) that supports the main game;
A first main game start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10) into which a game ball can enter;
A second main game start opening (for example, a second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
An auxiliary game start port (for example, an auxiliary game start port H10) into which a game ball can enter,
A variable member attached to the second main game start port (for example, the second main game start port B10) that is displaceable in an open state and a closed state, and when it is displaced in the open state, the second main game start A game ball can enter the mouth (for example, the second main game start port B10) or can be easily entered as compared to the closed state, and when it is displaced to the closed state, the second main game start port (for example, the second main game start port B10) A variable member (for example, a second main game start port electric accessory B11d) configured to make it difficult to enter the game ball in the main game start port B10) in comparison with the inaccessible or open state of the game ball;
A variable winning opening (for example, a large winning opening C10) that can take an open state and a closed state;
A first main game identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of displaying the first main game identification information;
A second main game identification information display unit (for example, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of displaying the second main game identification information;
An auxiliary game identification information display unit (for example, an auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g) capable of displaying the auxiliary game identification information,
The main game part (for example, the main control board M)
The first main game identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is first based on the ball entering the first main game start port (for example, the first main game start port A10). First main game identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-) for controlling to stop and display the first main game identification information after the main game identification information is variably displayed. C) and
Based on the ball entering the second main game start port (for example, the second main game start port B10), the second main game identification information display unit (for example, the second main game symbol display unit B21g) Second main game identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-) for controlling to stop and display the second main game identification information after the main game identification information is variably displayed. C) and
After the first main game identification information or the second main game identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, a predetermined number of balls or a variable prize opening (for example, a big prize opening) until a predetermined time elapses. While the first special game is executed in which the game that makes C10) an advantageous state for the player is executed once, the first main game identification information or the second main game identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode. After that, the second special is performed a plurality of times in which a predetermined number of balls or a variable winning opening (for example, a big winning opening C10) is in an advantageous state for the player until a specific time longer than the predetermined time elapses. Special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30) for controlling to execute a game;
The first variable period state in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second main game identification information is the first period, and the average value related to the variable display period of the second main game identification information is the first period A variable period state control means (for example, a first variable period state or a second variable period state when the predetermined condition is satisfied) , Limited frequency control means MP53),
The auxiliary game unit (for example, the main control board M)
After the auxiliary game identification information is variably displayed on the auxiliary game identification information display unit (for example, the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g) based on the ball entering the auxiliary game start port (for example, the auxiliary game start port H10) Auxiliary game identification information display control means (for example, auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H) for controlling to stop and display the auxiliary game identification information;
After the auxiliary game identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific manner, the easy entry ball for executing the easy entry game that can change the variable member (for example, the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d) from the closed state to the open state. Game determination execution means (for example, second main game start opening electric accessory opening and closing control means MP20-B),
Easy entry game state control that has a normal game state and a specific game state in which easy-to-enter games are more easily executed than the normal game state, and that satisfies either of the normal game state and the specific game state when the specific condition is satisfied Means (for example, specific game control means MP50),
The probability that the second main game identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the second main game identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode. ,
The probability that the second main game identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the first main game identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode. The main game identification information cannot be stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, while the second main game identification information can be stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode.
When the second special game is executed in the normal gaming state, the second special game is configured to be in the specific gaming state after the end of the execution of the second special game, and the first special game state is set in the specific gaming state. When a special game is executed, the specific game state is maintained even after the execution of the first special game is completed,
In the case of the specific gaming state, it is configured to be in either the first variation period state or the second variation period state, and the specific gaming state and The second variation period state is configured such that the expected value related to the number of prize balls given to the player per unit time during the period in which the second special game is not executed is increased. This is a pachinko machine.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (2)
A first start opening (for example, a first main game start opening (1) A10, a first main game start opening (2) A10-2) in which a game ball can enter;
A second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
Variable prize opening (for example, first big prize opening C10, second big prize opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
A first identification information display section (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g) capable of displaying the first identification information;
A second identification information display unit (for example, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of displaying the second identification information, and fired toward the second start port (for example, the second main game start port B10). The game balls are configured to be guided to a variable winning opening (for example, the second large winning opening C20).
The first identification information is variably displayed on the first identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) based on the ball entering the first starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10). First identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display the first identification information later;
The second identification information is variably displayed on the second identification information display section (for example, the second main game symbol display section B21g) based on the ball entering the second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10). Second identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display the second identification information later,
After the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, a variable number of winning holes (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second winning hole until the predetermined number of balls or a predetermined time elapses). After the first special game is executed in which the game that makes the big prize opening C20) advantageous to the player is performed once, the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode. Is a game in which the variable prize opening (for example, the first big prize opening C10 and the second big prize opening C20) is in an advantageous state for the player until a predetermined number of balls or a specific time longer than the predetermined time elapses. Special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30) for controlling to execute a second special game to be performed a plurality of times;
The first variable period state in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is the first period, and the second value in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is shorter than the first period A variable period state control means (for example, limited frequency control means MP53) which has at least a second variable period state as a period, and which satisfies either of the first variable period state and the second variable period state when a predetermined condition is satisfied )
The second identification information is configured so that the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode.
The probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, or the first identification information is the first predetermined information The second identification information is configured to be able to be stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, while it cannot be stopped and displayed in the mode.
When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode during the first variable period state, the second variable period state is configured when the predetermined condition is satisfied after the stop display. And when the first special game is executed in the second variation period state, the second variation period state is maintained even after the execution of the first special game,
When the game ball is fired at a predetermined interval toward the second start port (for example, the second main game start port B10) and is in the first variation period state, the period during which the second special game is not executed While the expected value related to the number of prize balls given to the player by execution of the first special game per unit time is smaller than the number of game balls fired per unit time, the second starting port ( For example, when the game balls are fired at the predetermined interval toward the second main game start opening B10) and in the second variation period state, the number of game balls fired per unit time is more than The pachinko gaming machine is configured so that an expected value related to the number of prize balls given to the player by executing the first special game per unit time is larger.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (3)
A first start opening (for example, a first main game start opening A10) into which a game ball can enter;
A second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
A variable winning opening (for example, a large winning opening C10) that can take an open state and a closed state;
A first identification information display section (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g) capable of displaying the first identification information;
A second identification information display unit (for example, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of displaying the second identification information, and fired toward the first start port (for example, the first main game start port A10). The game balls are configured to be guided to the second starting port (for example, the second main game starting port B10) and the variable winning port (for example, the big winning port C10),
The first identification information is variably displayed on the first identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) based on the ball entering the first starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10). First identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display the first identification information later;
The second identification information is variably displayed on the second identification information display section (for example, the second main game symbol display section B21g) based on the ball entering the second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10). Second identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display the second identification information later,
After the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, a variable number of winning holes (for example, the big winning opening C10) is provided to the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined time elapses. While executing the first special game in which the game to be in an advantageous state is performed once, after the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode, Special game control means for controlling to execute a second special game in which a variable winning opening (for example, a big winning opening C10) is made advantageous to the player a plurality of times until a specific time longer than a predetermined time elapses. For example, special game control means MP30)
The first variable period state in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is the first period, and the second value in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is shorter than the first period A variable period state control means (for example, limited frequency control means MP53) which has at least a second variable period state as a period, and which satisfies either of the first variable period state and the second variable period state when a predetermined condition is satisfied ), The variable identification display of the second identification information can be started even when the first identification information is in the variable display, and the variable display of the first identification information can be displayed even when the second identification information is in the variable display. Configured to start,
The second identification information is configured so that the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode.
The probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, or the first identification information is the first predetermined information The second identification information is configured to be able to be stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, while it cannot be stopped and displayed in the mode.
When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode during the first variation period state, the second variation period state can be established after the execution of the second special game based on the stop display. And when the first special game is executed in the second variation period state, the second variation period state is maintained even after the execution of the first special game,
The first start port (e.g., the first start port (e.g., the first main game start port A <b> 10) than when the game ball is fired at predetermined intervals and in the first variation period state). When the game ball is fired at the predetermined interval toward the main game start opening A10) and in the second variation period state, the unit time during the period in which the second special game is not executed is A pachinko gaming machine configured to increase an expected value related to the number of prize balls given to a player by executing the first special game.

Pachinko machines related to this concept (4)
A first start opening (for example, a first main game start opening (1) A10, a first main game start opening (2) A10-2) in which a game ball can enter;
A second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10) into which a game ball can enter;
A variable winning opening (for example, a large winning opening C10) that can take an open state and a closed state;
A first identification information display section (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g) capable of displaying the first identification information;
A second identification information display unit (for example, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of displaying the second identification information, and fired toward the second start port (for example, the second main game start port B10). The game balls are configured to be guided to a variable prize opening (for example, the big prize opening C10).
The first identification information display unit (for example, the first main game start port (for example, the first main game start port (1) A10, the first main game start port (2) A10-2)) First identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11 for controlling to stop and display the first identification information after the first identification information is variably displayed on the game symbol display part A21g). -C),
The second identification information is variably displayed on the second identification information display section (for example, the second main game symbol display section B21g) based on the ball entering the second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10). Second identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling to stop and display the second identification information later,
After the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, a variable number of winning holes (for example, the big winning opening C10) is provided to the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined time elapses. While executing the first special game in which the game to be in an advantageous state is performed once, after the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode, Special game control means for controlling to execute a second special game in which a variable winning opening (for example, a big winning opening C10) is made advantageous to the player a plurality of times until a specific time longer than a predetermined time elapses. For example, special game control means MP30)
The first variable period state in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is the first period, and the second value in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is shorter than the first period A variable period state control means (for example, limited frequency control means MP53) which has at least a second variable period state as a period, and which satisfies either of the first variable period state and the second variable period state when a predetermined condition is satisfied )
The second identification information is configured so that the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode.
The probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, or the first identification information is the first predetermined information The second identification information is configured to be able to be stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, while it cannot be stopped and displayed in the mode.
When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode during the first variation period state, the second variation period state can be established after the execution of the second special game based on the stop display. And when the first special game is executed in the second variation period state, the second variation period state is maintained even after the execution of the first special game,
When the game ball is fired at a predetermined interval toward the second start port (for example, the second main game start port B10) and is in the first variation period state, the period during which the second special game is not executed While the expected value related to the number of prize balls given to the player by execution of the first special game per unit time is smaller than the number of game balls fired per unit time, the second starting port ( For example, when the game balls are fired at the predetermined interval toward the second main game start opening B10) and in the second variation period state, the number of game balls fired per unit time is more than The expected value related to the number of prize balls given to the player by execution of the first special game per unit time is configured to be larger,
The low probability lottery state in which the probability that the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode and the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode is the predetermined probability, and the first identification information is the first (2) a low-probability lottery state having a probability of being stopped and displayed in a predetermined mode and a high-probability lottery state in which the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in a second predetermined mode is higher than the predetermined probability. When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode, the high probability lottery state can be established after the execution of the second special game based on the stop display, and the high When the first special game is executed in the probability lottery state, the pachinko gaming machine is configured to maintain the high probability lottery state even after the execution of the first special game is completed. .

M main control board, MJ game information control means MJ10 entry determination means, MJ11-A first main game start entrance entry judgment means MJ11-B second main game start entrance entrance judgment means, MJ11-H auxiliary game start Entrance Judgment Means MJ11-C10 First Grand Prize Entrance Entry Judgment Means, MJ11-C20 Second Grand Prize Entrance Entry Judgment 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 reservation means MJ32-A First main Game symbol holding means, MJ32b-A First main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32-B Second main game symbol holding means, MJ32b-B 2 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 win / fail lottery means MN11-A first main game win / fail lottery means, MN11ta-A First main game success / failure lottery table MN11-B Second main game success / failure lottery means, MN11ta-B Second main game success / failure lottery table MN11-H Auxiliary game success / failure 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 MN41-H Auxiliary game symbol determination means, MN41 aH auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN50 variation mode determining means, MN51-A first main game variation mode determining means MN51ta-A first main game variation mode determining lottery table, MN51-B second main game variation mode Determination means MN51ta-B Second main game variation mode determination lottery table, MN51-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table MP Game progress unit, MP10 Display control unit MP11-C First Second main game symbol control means, MP11t-C First and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11-H Auxiliary game symbol control means, MP11t-H Auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP20-B Second main game Start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means, MP21-B Second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP22t-B Second main game start opening electric machine release timer, MP30 special game control means MP31 condition determination means, MP32 special game content determination means MP32ta special game content reference table, MP33 special game execution means MP33-C Opening and closing of the big prize opening electric game Control means, MP33c winning ball counter MP34 special game time management means, MP34t special game timer MP40 small hit game control means, MP41t small hit game timer MP50 specific game control means, MP51 probability change end condition determination means MP52 time reduction end condition determination means , MP52c Time / count counter MP53 limited frequency control means, MP53c limited frequency 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 play 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 1st main game peripheral device, A10 1st main game start port A11s 1st main game start port entrance detection device, A20 1st main game symbol display device A21g 1st main game symbol display part, A21h 1st main game symbol hold Display unit B second main game peripheral device, B10 second main game start port B11s second main game start port entrance detection device, B11d second main game start port electric accessory B20 second main game symbol display device, B21g first 2 main game symbol display part B21h 2nd main game symbol hold display part C 1st and 2nd main game shared peripheral equipment, C10 grand prize opening C11s grand prize winning prize Unloading device, C11d Grand prize opening electrical equipment 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 Part 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 SM23 background effect display control means, SM23n background effect display content determination means SM23b background effect related information temporary storage means, SM24 Effect display control means SM24n notice effect display content determining means, SM24b notice effect related information temporary storage means SM25 reach effect display control means, SM25n reach effect display content determining means SM25b reach effect related information temporary storage means, SM25ta Output content determination table SM40 Information transmission / reception control means SS Production display means (sub-sub control section), SS10 Sub information transmission / reception control means SS20 Image display control means, SS21b Image display related information temporary storage means SG Production display device, SG10 display area SG11 Decorative design Display area, SG12 first hold display portion SG13 second hold display portion KH Prize ball payout control board KE Prize ball payout device

Claims (1)

A first start opening where game balls can enter,
A second starting port where a game ball can enter,
A variable winning opening that can be open and closed;
A first identification information display unit capable of displaying the first identification information;
A second identification information display unit capable of displaying the second identification information, and the game ball launched toward the second starting port is configured to be guided to the variable winning port,
First identification information display control means for controlling the first identification information to be stopped and displayed after the first identification information is variably displayed on the first identification information display unit based on the ball entering the first start port;
A second identification information display control means for controlling to stop and display the second identification information after variably displaying the second identification information on the second identification information display unit based on the ball entering the second starting port;
After the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, a game in which the variable prize opening is advantageous to the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined time elapses. While the first special game to be executed is executed, after the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode, a predetermined number of balls or a specific time longer than the predetermined time Special game control means for controlling to execute a second special game in which a game in which the variable prize opening is in an advantageous state for the player until the elapse of time is executed, and
The first variable period state in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is the first period, and the second value in which the average value related to the variable display period of the second identification information is shorter than the first period A variable period state control means that has at least a second variable period state to be a period, and when the predetermined condition is satisfied, the first variable period state and the second variable period state,
The second identification information is configured so that the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode.
The probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode is higher than the probability that the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, or the first identification information is the first predetermined information The second identification information is configured to be able to be stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode, while it cannot be stopped and displayed in the mode.
When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode during the first variation period state, the second variation period state can be established after the execution of the second special game based on the stop display. And when the first special game is executed in the second variation period state, the second variation period state is maintained even after the execution of the first special game,
The number of game balls fired per unit time during a period when the second special game is not executed when the game balls are fired at predetermined intervals toward the second starting port and in the first variation period state The expected value related to the number of prize balls given to the player by execution of the first special game per unit time is smaller than that, while the game balls are fired at the predetermined interval toward the second starting port. In the second variable period state, the number of prize balls given to the player by execution of the first special game per unit time is more than the number of game balls fired per unit time. The expected value is configured to be larger,
The low probability lottery state in which the probability that the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode and the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode is the predetermined probability, and the first identification information is the first (2) a low-probability lottery state having a probability of being stopped and displayed in a predetermined mode and a high-probability lottery state in which the probability that the second identification information is stopped and displayed in a second predetermined mode is higher than the predetermined probability. When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in the second predetermined mode, the high probability lottery state can be established after the execution of the second special game based on the stop display, and the high When the first special game is executed in the probability lottery state, the high probability lottery state is maintained even after the execution of the first special game is completed .
When the first special game is executed when the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode in the second variation period state, a prize given to the player by the execution of the first special game When the first special game is executed by displaying the number of balls while the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the first predetermined mode when not in the second variation period state, the first special game is executed. A pachinko gaming machine configured to not display the number of prize balls given to a player.

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