JP6693039B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

  Pachinko game machines.

  The most popular Pachinko game machines at present are called "special symbols" (or main game symbols) on the display of 7-segment etc. when the game ball enters the starting opening (start chucker). When the special symbol is variably displayed and the special symbol is in a specific mode (for example, "7"), the special gaming state in which the player has a higher profit than the normal gaming state (the large winning opening in the normally closed state) This is a type of machine (a so-called "first-class pachinko game machine") in which (a so-called attacker) shifts to a game that is opened under a predetermined condition. Here, in order to reduce the load of the display control of the special symbol that is directly connected to the profit of the player, apart from the above-mentioned "special symbol", it is referred to as a "decorative symbol" for production to enhance the interest of the game. The symbol to be displayed is variably displayed on a display such as a liquid crystal having a size larger than the display unit in a form synchronized with the variation of the special symbol. Then, when the change of the special symbol is started, the decorative symbol also starts to change in accordance with this, and when the special symbol is stopped in a specific mode (for example, "7"), the decorative symbol is also in a predetermined mode (for example, in accordance with this). It will stop at "777"). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game has been confirmed by stopping the decorative design in a predetermined mode.

  Here, since the mechanism is common to this type of pachinko game machine, in order to differentiate from other types, how to devise a high degree of interest in the overall production including the variation mode of the above-mentioned symbols The focus is on giving. For example, the variable display "decorative pattern" is temporarily stopped and then restarted, or the variable display "decorative pattern" is hidden, and instead a highly interesting moving image is displayed. One of them is a method of improving the interest of the game by such a production method.

JP, 2014-014494, A JP, 2014-014576, A JP, 2014-039745, A JP, 2014-079281, A

  However, since such a rendering method has been widely used from the past, there is a problem that further improvement is required for the control method for the purpose of aiming to improve the interest.

Pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect,
A first starting opening that allows game balls to enter,
A second starting opening that allows game balls to enter,
A variable winning opening that can be opened 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,
A main game unit that controls the progress of the game,
A production display unit that can display productions,
It is provided with a sub game part that controls the effect display on the effect display part,
The main game department is
A first random number acquisition means for acquiring a first random number based on the ball entering the first starting opening,
A first game content determination means for performing a win / fail judgment based on the first random number, and determining a stop display mode of the first identification information and a variable display mode of the first identification information based on the result of the win / no judgment.
According to the determination by the first game content determination means, a first identification information display control means for controlling the first identification information display unit to display the first identification information in a variable manner and then stop the first identification information.
Second random number acquisition means for acquiring a second random number based on the ball entering the second starting opening,
A second game content determination means for performing a win / fail judgment based on the second random number, and determining a stop display mode of the second identification information and a variable display mode of the second identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination.
In accordance with the determination by the second game content determination means, second identification information display control means for controlling the second identification information display unit to variably display the second identification information and then stop the second identification information.
After the result of the judgment result based on the first random number is a win and the first identification information is stopped and displayed, or after the result of the judgment result based on the second random number is a win and the second identification information is stopped and displayed , A special game control means capable of executing a special game in which the variable winning opening can be in an advantageous state for the player,
A game state transition control means that has a normal game state and a specific game state in which it is easier to enter the second starting opening than the normal game state, and that can be controlled to become the specific game state after the end of execution of the special game,
With the game information transmitting means for transmitting the game information necessary for the performance display executed on the sub-game section side to the sub-game section side, the second identification information is variably displayed while the first identification information is variably displayed. And the first identification information is not variably displayed while the second identification information is variably displayed.
The sub-game department
Game information receiving means for receiving the game information transmitted from the main game section side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means, effect display content control means for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit,
After the first effect symbol is variably displayed on the effect display unit, first effect symbol display control means for controlling to display the final display mode of the first effect symbol on the effect display unit,
After the second effect symbol is variably displayed on the effect display unit, the second effect symbol display control means for controlling to display the final display mode of the second effect symbol on the effect display unit,
Within the period from the variable display start of the first identification information to the stop display or within the period from the variable display start of the second identification information to the stop display, it is possible to variably display the first effect design and the second effect design. Is configured as
When the first identification information is variably displayed in a certain variable display mode, the variable display of the first effect symbol corresponding to the certain variable display mode and the second effect symbol corresponding to the certain variable display mode It is configured to be able to display the variable display of
When the second identification information is variably displayed in a certain variable display mode, the variable display of the first effect symbol corresponding to the certain variable display mode and the second effect symbol corresponding to the certain variable display mode It is configured to be able to display the variable display of
When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in a certain stop display mode, the final display mode of the first effect design corresponding to the certain stop display mode and the second effect corresponding to the certain stop display mode It is configured to display the final display mode of the design,
When the second identification information is stopped and displayed in a certain stop display mode, the final display mode of the first effect design corresponding to the certain stop display mode and the second effect corresponding to the certain stop display mode It is configured to display the final display mode of the design,
Within the period from the variable display start of the first identification information to the stop display or within the period from the variable display start of the second identification information to the stop display is one production period,
Regarding the first effect design that is variably displayed within a certain effect period, the provisional display mode may be displayed before the final display mode is displayed within the certain effect period, and the provisional display may be displayed. When the aspect is displayed, it is possible to execute a pseudo variation that is variably displayed again within the certain one effect period, and when the provisional display aspect of the first effect symbol is displayed, It is configured so that a special display mode that is not displayed as the final display mode of the symbol can be displayed,
Regarding the second effect symbol that is variably displayed within a certain one effect period, the special display mode is configured not to be displayed within the certain one effect period,
The total number of combination patterns of the final display mode of the first effect design in the normal game state is configured to be larger than the total number of combination patterns of the final display mode of the second effect design in the normal game state,
Having multiple types of special games,
Includes at least a specific first production design which is a type of first production design corresponding to a certain type of special game having a plurality of types of first production design,
At least a first effect mode and a second effect mode are provided as effect modes that depend upon determining the effect display content to be displayed on the effect display unit,
The first display mode which is the display mode of the specific first production design corresponding to the first production mode and the second display mode which is the display mode of the specific first production design corresponding to the second production mode are different. It is configured to be a display mode,
In the variable display of the first identification information in the case of the first effect mode and the variable display of the second identification information in the case of the first effect mode, the specific first effect symbol in the first display mode can be variably displayed. Consists of
In the variable display of the first identification information in the case of the second effect mode, and the variable display of the second identification information in the case of the second effect mode, the specific first effect symbol in the second display mode can be variably displayed. Consists of
When the first effect design is displayed on the effect display unit, the first effect design is configured to be able to be enlarged or reduced, while the second effect design is displayed on the effect display unit. At that time, it is configured to be unable to execute the enlarged display and the reduced display of the second effect design,
Rather than the display size of the second effect design when displaying the final display mode of the second effect design on the effect display unit, the second when the final display mode of the first effect symbol is displayed on the effect display unit A pachinko game machine characterized in that the display size of one effect design is made larger .
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Note that other modes different from this mode will be listed below, but it is possible to implement without being limited thereto.
Pachinko gaming machine according to this another aspect,
A starting port into which a game ball can enter (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10),
A variable winning opening (for example, a first big winning opening C10, a second big winning opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
An identification information display section capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
And a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10, the second main game starting opening B10) , A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B),
A game content determination means (for example, a game content determination means MN) that executes a win / fail judgment based on the random number and determines a stop display mode of identification information and a variable display mode of identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g, the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display the identification information after playing,
After the result of the winning / non-winning determination is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed, the variable winning a prize mouth (for example, the first special winning a prize mouth C10, the second special winning a prize mouth C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a game (for example, special game control means MP30),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After the variable display of the first effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the first effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). First effect symbol display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21),
After the variable display of the second effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the second effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). And a second effect symbol display control means (for example, a decorative symbol display control means SM21),
The period from the variable display start of the identification information to the stop display is one production period, and within the certain one production period, both the first production design and the second production design can be variably displayed.
When a plurality of types of first effect symbols are provided and the result of the winning / disapproval determination is winning, when the first effect symbols are stopped and displayed, the combination of the same first effect symbols is stopped and displayed. On the other hand, when the result of the winning / disapproval determination is non-winning, when the stop display of the first effect symbol is configured to stop display a combination of first effect symbols that are not the same type,
When a plurality of types of second effect symbols are provided and the result of the win / fail judgment is a win, when the second effect symbols are stopped and displayed, the combination of the second effect symbols of the same type is stopped and displayed. On the other hand, when the result of the winning / disapproval determination is non-winning, when the second production design is stopped and displayed, it is configured to stop and display a combination of second production designs that are not the same type,
More than the total number of combinations of the first effect symbols that can be stopped and displayed when the result of the win / loss determination is non-win, a combination of the second effect symbols that can be stopped and displayed when the result of the win / loss determination is non-win It is configured so that the total number is smaller,
The effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG) has a plurality of kinds of effect display modes as effect display modes that are dependent upon controlling the effect display contents displayed.
When displaying a certain first effect symbol of the plurality of types of first effect symbols, a display attribute relating to the certain first effect symbol in an effect display mode of a certain type, and the certain type Different from the display attribute related to the certain first effect design in the effect display mode different from the effect display mode of
When displaying a certain second effect symbol of the plurality of types of second effect symbols, a display attribute relating to the certain second effect symbol in an effect display mode of the certain type, and the certain type It is configured such that the display attribute relating to the certain second effect design in the effect display mode different from the effect display mode of is different,
The result of the win / loss determination is non-winning than the probability that the certain first effect design is included in the combination of the first effect symbols that can be stopped and displayed when the result of the win / no determination is non-win. In a pachinko game machine, a combination of second effect symbols that can be stopped and displayed in such a case is configured so that the probability that the certain second effect symbol is included is higher.

According to the pachinko game machine according to this aspect, it is possible to improve the control method for the effect related to the decorative pattern.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is an electrical overall configuration diagram of the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a main flow chart on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko game 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 game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a 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 processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of a first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of a special game operating condition determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game 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 pending 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 processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is an example of a decorative symbol effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is an example of a decorative symbol effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of a first decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the second decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of background effect control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is an example of a decorative symbol effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is an example of a decorative symbol effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is an example of a decorative symbol effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the second modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is an example of a decorative symbol effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the design stop symbol determination on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 33 is a display mode image diagram of a decorative design on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 34 is an example of a decorative symbol effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 35 is an example of a decorative symbol effect table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the first decorative symbol display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 37 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 38 is a diagram related to the configuration of the effect display device in the pachinko game machine according to the third modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 39 is a transparent effect execution image diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 40 is a flowchart of a main game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 41 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 42 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 43 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 44 is a flowchart of pending information management processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 45 is a flowchart of a first main game winning prefetch determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 46 is a flowchart of the second main game winning prefetch determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 47 is a flowchart of the prefetch pending content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 48 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol holding content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 49 is a flowchart of the notice effect / drawing stop symbol determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 50 is a flowchart of background effect control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 51 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the first modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 52 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 53 is a flowchart of a first main game notice effect / design stop design determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 54 is a flowchart of a second main game notice effect / drawing stop symbol determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 55 is a main flow chart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the second embodiment. FIG. 56 is a flowchart of pending information management processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the second embodiment. FIG. 57 is a flowchart of the first main game winning prefetch determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the second embodiment. FIG. 58 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 59 is a flowchart of the hold-pending mode change control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 60 is a pending change image diagram in the specific notice effect on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the third modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 61 is a flowchart of the hold digestion transmission image display process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the second embodiment. FIG. 62 is an image diagram showing a change in the reserved digestion transmission image on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the second embodiment. FIG. 63 is a flowchart of background effect control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 3 of the second embodiment. 64 is a table configuration diagram used in a first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 65 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 66 is a table configuration diagram used in a first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 67 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 68 is a flowchart of a special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 69 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution processing on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 70 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 71 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 72 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko game machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 73 is a flowchart of the time saving medium first packaging diagram determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 74 is a flowchart of the time saving medium decorative symbol display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment.

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First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be described. "Entering a ball" includes not only winning in which prize balls are paid out, but also passing through a "through chucker" in which prize balls are not paid out. The "open state, open state" and "closed state, closed state" are, for example, in a general big winning opening (so-called attacker) configuration, open state = easy winning state, closed state = non-winning state. It will be in an easy state. Further, for example, a state protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter, sometimes referred to as an advancing state) and a state retracted in the game board (opposite side to the player side) (hereinafter, referred to as a retracted state) In a configuration (so-called Vero-type attacker) that can take advantage of the above, the entry state = easy winning state and the withdrawal state = non-winning state. "Random number" is a random number used in a lottery (a lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo random number in addition to a random number in a narrow sense (for example, a hard random number. Soft numbers as random numbers and pseudo-random numbers). For example, a so-called "basic random number" that affects the result of the game, specifically, a "winning random number (random number for winning / non-winning lottery)" related to the transition of the special game, a variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol is determined. "Variation mode determination random number" to do, "Symbol determination random number" to determine the stop symbol, "Hit symbol determination random number" to determine whether or not to move to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after the special game, etc. be able to. When determining the content of the variation mode and the content of the final identification information, it is not necessary to use all of these random numbers, and at least one random number that is the same or different from each other may be used. In the present specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers. However, once the entrance (for example, starting entrance) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers The random number obtained by entering the ball is called one (that is, in the above example, a bundle of random numbers including the winning random number + variation mode determination random number + symbol determination random number ... Is called one random number). .. Further, for example, one type of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another type of random number (for example, a symbol determining random number). The "gaming state" is, for example, a special gaming state in which the special winning opening can be opened, a transition to the special gaming state, a transition to the special gaming state rather than a non-probability variation gaming state in which the lottery probability is a predetermined value. High probability of random selection game state, transition to special game Auxiliary game state with assistance for winning in the starting mouth that triggers the lottery (so-called normal symbol time saving state, for example, a variable member is attached to the starting mouth) In this case, the open period of the variable member is long, the open probability of the variable member is high, the time of notification of the result of the open lottery of the variable member is short), and the like. The "design pattern" is a display image of what is called a decorative pattern or a decorative pattern, and is typically a card-shaped image object on which numbers, symbols and the like are written. Then, the combination in which the numbers and symbols are the same is finally stopped and displayed on the activated line to notify that the big hit has occurred. Both the "first production design" and the "second production design" are "production designs", but each is configured to be able to independently notify the occurrence of a big hit. Is equivalent to (e.g., the "first effect design" is "777" and it is possible to notify the occurrence of a big hit, and the "second effect design" is "777" so that the occurrence of a big hit can be notified. But also). "Temporarily stop (or temporarily stop) the production design" is not synonymous with "temporarily stopping → re-changing" as one set and performing / not performing this one set. is there. Further, it is also synonymous with excluding the final stop display timing (typically after that, the stop display is definitely set together with the stop display of a so-called special symbol) for notifying whether or not a big hit has occurred. In addition, the "design for design" is based on the first element (for example, a number), and the second element (for example, color) and the third element (the presence / absence / content of additional information such as characters and "SUPER"). It may be configured to be incidental. Further, the "design for design" may be configured such that the first element is the same or the second element and / or the third element are different when the production modes are different. Further, since the second element and / or the third element are different, the degree of expectation that the reach variation is a big hit, and the expectation that a big variation is caused by the design variation related to the look-ahead effect when a specific symbol combination is stopped when the look-ahead effect is executed The profit rate for the player such as the number of rounds at the time of a big hit and the game state after the end of the big hit may be different. Further, in the case of such a configuration, in the case of a probability variation game state, a time reduction game state, etc., the second element and / or the third element are compared to the player in the normal game state. May be configured to be an advantageous element for

  The following embodiment is a model in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed (type 1 type 1 multifunction machine). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is also within the range when applied to other game machines (for example, conventional first type, second type, third type, pachinko game machines such as general electric officers). .. Note that the present embodiment is merely an example, and the location and function of each means, the order of each step regarding various processes, the timing of turning flags on and off, the name of the means responsible for the processing of each step, and the like, It is not limited to the following modes. Further, the above-described embodiments and modified examples should not be limitedly understood to be applied to specific ones, and may be any combination. For example, modifications to one embodiment should be understood to be modifications of another embodiment, and even if one modification and another modification are described independently. It should be understood that a combination of the modification and the other modification is also described. Further, in the present embodiment, a lottery table and a reference table exist for various tables, but these are not limited, and the lottery table may be used as the reference table or vice versa.

  Prior to a detailed description of the present invention, a brief configuration according to the present invention will be described.

  In the pachinko game machine according to the present invention, two types of decorative designs, a first decorative design and a second decorative design, are provided, and the first decorative design is hidden or second decorated in a situation where it is difficult to see. A configuration for displaying symbols (variable display) will be described in detail in (the present embodiment).

  Among the pachinko game machines according to the present invention, from the configuration of (the present embodiment), at the temporary stop timing of the middle row during the execution of the pseudo continuous variation, a special symbol and a specific number (number consisting only of numbers) The configuration modified so that the vehicle can be temporarily stopped will be described in detail in (Modification 1 from the present embodiment).

  In the pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention, from the configuration of (the present embodiment), at the temporary stop timing of the middle row in the pseudo continuous fluctuation, the temporary stop timing becomes the latter half {or, the pseudo consecutive number within the fluctuation. A configuration in which the number of stop modes that can temporarily stop increases as the number of temporary stops in the middle row increases will be described in detail in (Modification 2 from the present embodiment).

  In the pachinko game machine according to the present invention, the display area SG10 of the effect display device SG is in a transparent state, and a transparent effect in which the accessory in the effect display device SG is visible is configured to be executable, and the transparent effect is being executed. The configuration in which the effect display in the second decorative symbol display device is executed even if the first decorative symbol is hidden will be described in detail in (Modification 3 from the present embodiment).

  Of the pachinko game machine according to the present invention, it has a first decorative design and a second decorative design as a decorative design, and is configured to be able to execute a prefetching effect, and the special design is a final variation of the prefetching effect (trigger hold). (Variation related to the) can be stopped as a fixed stop symbol, and can be stopped as a pseudo continuous symbol of pseudo continuous variation will be described in detail in the second embodiment.

  In the pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention, from the configuration of (second embodiment), when executing the hold change effect (effect in which the hold display mode changes) based on the winning of the prefetch lottery, changes to a specific hold display mode The configuration modified so as to provide the notice effect that is executed only in the case of the above will be described in detail in (Modification 1 from the second embodiment).

  Of the pachinko game machine according to the present invention, from the configuration of (second embodiment), the appearance rate of the special symbol (prefetch lottery winning rate and angel zone in the variation of the first main gaming side and the variation of the second main gaming side A configuration in which the transfer lottery winning ratio) is changed to be different will be described in detail in (Modification 2 from the second embodiment).

  In the pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention, in the time shortening game state, one variation time of the first decorative symbol can be a time value for a plurality of variation time of the second decorative symbol (or main gaming symbol). This configuration will be described in detail in (Third Embodiment).

(This embodiment)

  Here, the features (outline) of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described before describing each component. 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 game machines are mainly composed of a game machine frame and a game 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 bowl D20, a lower bowl D22, and a firing handle D44. First, the outer frame D12 is a frame body for fixing the pachinko game machine at 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 so as to be openable and closable via a hinge mechanism (not shown). The front frame D14 includes a mechanism for firing a game ball, a mechanism for detachably accommodating the 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 is supported by the door D18. The door D18 is openably and closably attached to the front frame D14 via a hinge mechanism (not shown). The upper ball plate D20 has a mechanism for storing the game balls, sending the game balls to the launch rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball plate D22. The lower ball dish D22 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. In addition, speakers D24 are provided on the left and right of the upper portion of the game machine, and a sound effect according to the game state and the like is output.

Next, the game board has a game area D30 defined by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. Then, in the game area D30, in addition to a plurality of game nails, mechanisms such as a windmill, and various general winning openings, a first main game starting opening A10, a second main game starting opening B10, an auxiliary game starting opening H10, First big winning opening C10, second big winning opening C20, first main game symbol display device A20, second main game symbol display device B20, effect display device SG, auxiliary game symbol display device H
20, a center decoration D38 and an outlet D36 are installed. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail in order.

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

  Next, the second main game starting opening B10 is installed as a starting winning opening corresponding to the second main game. As a specific configuration, the second main game starting port B10 includes a second main game starting port entrance detection device B11s and a second main game starting port electric accessory B11d. Here, the second main game starting mouth entrance detection device B11s is a sensor that detects the entrance of the game ball into the second main game starting entrance B10, and the second main game start indicating the entrance when entering the ball. Generates mouth entrance information. Next, the second main game starting opening electric accessory B11d is changed to a closed state where the game ball is difficult to win the second main game starting opening B10 and an open state where the game ball is easier to win than the normal state.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the first main game starting opening A10 and the second main game starting opening B10 are arranged so as to overlap with each other, and due to the existence of the first main game starting opening A10, the second main The upper part of the game starting opening B10 is closed. Further, both the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) and the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) are the first main game start openings A10. And, it is configured to be guided to the second main game starting port B10.

  In this embodiment, the electric accessory is provided on the second main game starting opening B10 side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric accessory is provided on the first main game starting opening A10 side. May be. Further, in the present embodiment, the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10 are arranged so as to be vertically stacked, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game starting port is also possible. A10 and the second main game starting opening B10 may be arranged separately. In such a case, a member for closing the upper part of the second main game starting opening electric accessory B11d may be provided. Further, while the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided to the first main game starting opening A10, it is difficult to be guided to the second main game starting opening B10, and thus the game area D30 A game ball flowing down on the right side (based on the center of the game area) may be difficult to be guided to the first main game starting port A10, but may be easily guided to the second main game starting port B10. In addition, "easy to be guided" and "difficult to be guided" are determined, for example, by the size of the number of entered balls when 10,000 game balls are shot on the right side and the left side, respectively.

  Next, the auxiliary game starting opening H10 is provided with an auxiliary game starting opening entrance detecting device H11s. Here, the auxiliary game starting entrance ball detection device H11s is a sensor that detects the entering of the game ball into the auxiliary game starting opening H10, and generates the auxiliary game starting entrance ball information that indicates the entering ball when entering. To do. The entry of the game ball into the auxiliary game starting port H10 is a trigger for a lottery for expanding the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d of the second main game starting port B10.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the auxiliary game starting opening H10, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided, and the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 is It is configured so that it is difficult to be guided (however, it is not limited to this, and the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is configured to be easily guided to the auxiliary game starting opening H10. (For example, the auxiliary game starting ports H10 may be provided on the left and right sides of the game area D30)}.

  Next, on the upper right of the outlet D36, the first big winning opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20 are arranged so as to overlap with each other, and flow down on the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). The game ball is configured to easily pass through the area where the first special winning opening C10 and the second special winning opening C20 are arranged before reaching the out opening D36.

  Next, the first big winning opening C10 is in a horizontal rectangular shape, which is in an open state when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped in the jackpot pattern, It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, which is located on the upper right of the outlet D36 and below the second big winning opening C20. As a specific configuration, the first special winning opening C10, the first special winning opening winning detection device C11s for detecting the entry of the game ball, and the first special winning opening electric auditors C11d (and the first big winning Mouth solenoid C13). Here, the 1st special winning opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the 1st special winning opening C10, and the 1st big winning opening entering information that indicates that entering when entering the ball. To generate. The first special winning opening electric prize C11d changes the first special winning opening C10 into a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won in the first big winning opening C10 or is difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (the first winning hole C10). (1) The special winning opening solenoid C13 is excited to be changed). In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a lateral rectangular shape, and the game ball can be changed to a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or is difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, a mode in which a bar-shaped member provided in the special winning opening can be in an advanced state where it is projected toward the player side and a retracted state where it is retracted with respect to the player side (so-called, It may be a tongue-type attacker, and is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entering the special winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the second special winning opening C20 is in the open state when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped in the jackpot pattern, and forms a horizontal rectangular shape. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, which is located on the upper right of the mouth D36 and above the first big winning opening C10. As a specific configuration, the second special winning opening C20, the second special winning opening winning detection device C21s for detecting the entrance of the game ball, and the second special winning opening electric prize C21d (and the second special winning Mouth solenoid C23). Here, the second special winning opening winning detection device C21s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second special winning opening C20, and the second big winning opening entry information indicating the entry when entering. To generate. And the game ball which entered into the second big winning opening C20 is configured to be detected by the second big winning opening winning detection device C21s. Next, the second special winning opening electric accessory C21d is configured such that the second special winning opening C20 is placed in the normal state where the game ball cannot be won or is difficult to win and the open state where the game ball is easy to win in the second special winning opening C20. Change. In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a lateral rectangular shape, and the game ball can be changed to a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or is difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. It is not limited to. In that case, for example, a mode in which a bar-shaped member provided in the special winning opening can be in an advanced state where it is projected toward the player side and a retracted state where it is retracted with respect to the player side (so-called, It may be a tongue-type attacker, and is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entering the special winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

Next, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) is related to the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) corresponding to the first main game (second main game). Is a device that executes the displayed information. As a specific configuration, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20), the first main game symbol display portion A21g (second main game symbol display portion B21g), the first main game It is provided with a symbol holding display section A21h (second main game symbol holding display section B21h). Here, the first main game symbol hold display portion A21h (second main game symbol hold display portion B21h) is composed of four lamps, the number of lights of the lamp, the first main game (second main game) It corresponds to the number of reserves of the random number related to (the number of fluctuations of the main game symbol that is not executed). The first main game symbol display portion A21g (second main game symbol display portion B21g) is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is "0" to "9". It is displayed with 10 kinds of numbers and "-" of a loss {however, it is not limited to this, and a 7-segment LED is used so that it becomes difficult for the player to recognize which main game symbol is displayed. It is preferable to use and display by symbols. Further, the number of holdings is not limited to the display of four lamps, and the holding number of up to four can be displayed (for example, one lamp is used. Number 1: lighting, hold number 2: low speed blinking, hold number 3: medium speed blinking, hold number 4: high speed blinking).

  Since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have a directing role, in the present embodiment, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The size of is set so that it is inconspicuous. However, a method is adopted in which the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) itself has a directing role so as not to display the first main game side decorative symbol (second main game side decorative symbol). In this case, the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display such as an effect display device SG described later.

  Next, the effect display device SG executes display of effect images including decorative designs (first decorative design and second decorative design) that fluctuate / stop in conjunction with the first main game design / second main game design. Is a device that does. Here, as a specific configuration, the effect display device SG includes a display area SG10 in which an effect including a variable display of a decorative symbol and the like is executed. Here, the display area SG10 includes a first hold display section SG12 (and a second hold display section SG13) that displays main game hold information, and, for example, a plurality of rows of decorative patterns (first decoration) simulating a game of a slot machine. And a decorative pattern display area SG11 for displaying a moving image of fluctuation. Although the effect display device SG is composed of a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, it may be composed of other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED. Next, the 1st reservation display part SG12 (and the 2nd reservation display part SG13) is comprised from four lamps, and the said lamp is interlocked with the reservation lamp of the main game symbol.

  Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that executes a display related to the auxiliary game symbol. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g and an auxiliary game symbol hold display portion H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display section H21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lights of the lamp corresponds to the number of holding auxiliary game symbol fluctuations (the number of auxiliary game symbol fluctuations not executed).

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

Next, with reference to FIG. 2, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and particularly controls overall gaming operations such as lottery when entering the first main game starting opening A10 (second main game starting opening B10) (ie, the game Main control board M that performs (control directly related to the profit of the person), and production control means (sub-main control unit) that performs display control related to various productions on the production display device SG that adds interest to the game content. SM, a sub-sub-control unit SS that mainly performs an effect display, a prize ball tank KT, a prize ball rail KR, and a game ball supplied from the prize ball tank KT in response to winning in each prize hole, an upper ball plate D20. A prize ball payout device (set base) KE including a payout unit KE10 for paying out to, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball (reserved ball) of an upper ball plate D20. To area D30 A launching device D42 that launches each ball, a launch control board D40 that controls the launching operation of the launching device D42, a power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and the power of the pachinko gaming machine is turned on / off. The power switch Ea and the like, which are switches, are provided on the rear surface of the front frame D14 (on the side opposite to the game side).

  Next, an electrical schematic configuration of the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, as described above, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment pays out the game balls based on the main control board M that controls the progress of the game and the information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M. Based on the prize ball payout control board KH to be controlled and the information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M, the effect display device SG such as fluctuation / stop of the decorative design (first decorative design and second decorative design) Sub-control board S (in this example, a sub-main control section SM and a sub-sub-control section SS are one board, which controls execution of various effects, sound from speaker D24, lighting of game effect lamp D26, execution of error notification, etc. And a power supply unit E that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including these control boards. Here, the sub-control board S, various effects on the effect display device SG such as change / stop of the decorative pattern (first decorative pattern and second decorative pattern), sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the game effect lamp D26. , A sub-main control unit SM that controls error notification, and a display process such as a variable display / stop display, a hold display, and a notice display of a decorative pattern (first decorative pattern and second decorative pattern) on the effect display device SG. It is provided with two control units of a sub-sub control unit SS that executes. The main control board M, the prize-ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control section SM, and the sub-sub-control section SS have a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, a ROM that stores a program that prescribes the arithmetic processes of the CPU, and a CPU. A RAM for temporarily storing data (various data generated during a game, a computer program read from a ROM, etc.) handled by is mounted. Here, although not particularly shown, the ROM mounted on the main control board M may be configured so as not to have an unused area in order to prevent a program etc. modified by an illegal act from being written. It is suitable (for example, the unused area is filled with all 0s, the used area is written in a young address, and the like). In addition, in order to prevent you from referring to data that you do not normally refer to due to noise or fraudulent activity, you can use unused data (for example, data that is referred to by game machines with different specifications or used only for testing in the development stage). It is preferable to configure so as not to provide the data etc.). Similarly, when the RAM area is used, it is preferable that the area is used by filling the young address and the unused program area is not provided. Hereinafter, the schematic configuration of each board and the electrical connection mode between each board / device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board M is a winning opening sensor Ns {the above-mentioned first main game starting mouth entrance detecting device A11s, second main game starting entrance detecting device B11s, auxiliary game starting entrance detecting device H11s, 1 big winning opening winning detection device C11s, 2nd big winning opening winning detecting device C21s, general winning detecting device (not shown, general winning opening is a winning opening, but there is no prize lottery ,), Drive solenoids (not shown) (the first big winning opening solenoid C13, the second big winning opening solenoid C23, etc.), information display LEDs (not shown), and the like, which are indispensable for the progress of the game. It is electrically connected to the device and controls the progress of the game based on the input signal from each input device. Further, the main control board M is electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub-main control section SM / sub-sub control section SS), and based on the progress of the game, the prize-ball payout. It is configured such that information (commands) related to etc. can be transmitted to the prize ball payout control board KH, and information (commands) related to the production / game progress state, etc. 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 by wiring connection to the hall computer HC via the external connection terminal, the main control board M can be connected. Is configured to output game-related information from an external device.

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

  Next, the prize ball payout control board KH is a prize ball payout device KE for paying out game balls, and a device that can be operated by the player and accepts a request for paying out the game balls to the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to the game ball lending device R for transmitting. Although not shown in the drawings, in the present embodiment, the control circuit unit of the launching device is provided inside the prize ball payout control board, and the prize ball payout control board and the launching device (the launch handle, the launch motor, the ball feed device) are provided. Etc.) is also connected. In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device R is provided separately from the game machine, but it may be integrated with the game machine. In that case, the prize ball payout control board KH is used for lending. The control and management control of the recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be centralized.

  Next, the sub-control board S, as described above, the effect display device SG for displaying the decorative pattern (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern), the speaker D24, the game effect lamp D26, and other effects. It is connected to a drive device (not shown). In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub control board S has the sub main control section SM and the sub sub control section SS, and the sub main control section SM controls the voice output from the speaker D24 and the game effect ( Lighting control of the (illumination) lamp D26 and determination control of display contents to be displayed on the effect display device are performed, and display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device is performed by the sub-sub controller SS. Is configured. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub-control unit SS are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S, but the configuration is not limited to this (configured as a separate board. Although it may be possible, there is a merit that it is possible to reduce the situation in which noise is mixed in the wiring and the like by constructing the integrated structure). Further, the work sharing in both control units can be appropriately changed, for example, by executing the voice control by the sub-sub control unit SS (suitable when a voice control circuit is integrated with VDP is adopted). Further, an electronic value may be given as the award ball without giving a physical award 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 / second main game shared peripheral device C, auxiliary game peripheral device H), The sub-main control section SM (sub-game control means SM) relating to the effect, and the prize ball payout control board KH which controls payout of a predetermined number of prize balls based on the payout instruction from the main control board M, are communicably connected. ing. Further, the sub-main control section SM (sub-game control means SM) is electrically connected to the sub-sub-control section SS (effect display means SS) that executes image effects, various game effect lamps D26 (for example, side lamps), a speaker D24, and the like. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control board KH is electrically connected to the prize ball payout device KE including a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control board M, the sub main control section SM (sub game control means SM), the sub sub control section SS (effect display means SS), the prize ball payout control board KH, etc. store data and programs in terms of hardware. It is composed of a ROM, a RAM, an element such as a CPU used for arithmetic processing and the like. Incidentally, each unit which will be included in the main control board M below may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device). For example, each unit that is supposed to be included in a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device) may be configured to be mounted on the main control board M. Hereinafter, the details of each means (apparatus) will be described.

First, the main control board M, game information control means MJ for controlling the acquisition of information for the game, game content determination means MN for determining the content of the game, the progress of games such as special games and specific games. A game progressing means MP that controls the current and past game states [for example, a state related to the main game {normal game state, specific game state (probability variation game state, time reduction game state), special game state}, state related to auxiliary game (Easy open state, non-easy open state), stop symbol and variation mode information related to main game symbol and auxiliary game symbol, on / off state of various flags, game state during special game (for example, number of rounds and winning number information) ] A game state temporary storage means MB for temporarily storing
Various game information on the game peripheral device side {for example, stop symbol information, attribute information of stop symbol {for example, 16R jackpot, 8R jackpot, 4R jackpot, loss}, information on variation mode (eg variation time), start of special game Information transmission control means MT (and command transmission buffer MT10 for accumulating untransmitted commands) for transmitting signals, status information, end signal, hold information, etc.}, and predetermined based on winning of game balls to various winning openings The prize ball payout determination means MH for controlling the prize ball payout control board KH so as to pay out the prize ball.

  Here, the game information control means MJ determines the entry determination means MJ10 for determining the inflow of the game ball into each entry port (starting port or the like), and whether or not each random number can be acquired, and the determination result. A random number acquisition determination executing means MJ20 for acquiring each random number based on the above, and a holding control means MJ30 for temporarily storing the number of balls entering each starting opening during variable display as a holding ball within the upper limit number. is doing. Further, the game progression means MP is a display control means MP10 for performing control for changing and stopping display of each symbol, and directly for opening / closing the second main game starting opening electric accessory B11d of the second main game starting opening B10. A second main game starting opening electric accessory opening / closing control unit MP20-B for performing various related processes, a special game control unit MP30 for controlling a special game which is more advantageous to the player than a normal game, and a first main Regarding the game, the second main game, and the auxiliary game, there is a determination of which game state the current game state is to be transitioned to, and a specific game control means MP50 for performing a process of transitioning the game state based on the determination. is doing. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the ball entry determining means MJ10 is a first main game starting opening entry determining means MJ11-A for determining whether a game ball has entered the first main game starting opening A10, and a second main game launching opening. Second main game starting mouth entrance determining means MJ11-B for determining whether or not a game ball has entered B10, and an auxiliary game starting opening for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the auxiliary game starting opening H10. To the first winning a prize mouth determining means MJ11-C10 and the second winning a prize mouth C20, which determines whether or not a game ball has entered the first winning a prize mouth C10 It has a second big winning opening entrance determination means MJ11-C20, which determines whether or not a game ball has entered.

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

  Here, the “random number” in the claims and the specification including the above includes, for example, “0” to “65535” or “allocated” according to the type of random number (eg, winning random number or variation mode determining random number). It is a value randomly selected from a predetermined range such as “0” to “255”. Further, the random number need 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 method of expressing each value in a random number is a method of sequentially expressing values along a sequence of random numbers (plus one method), and the next value (initial value) when the final value of the sequence of random numbers appears. ) Is defined by a random value (initial value updating method), a combination thereof, and the like. By obtaining a random number by such a method, it is possible to generate an aperiodic random number that is difficult for a player to expect. On the contrary, for example, in the case of the method of generating the next random number using the random number used in a certain lottery, the next random number is likely to be predicted. Therefore, when generating a random number, it is preferable to generate a new random number without using the random number used in the previous lottery.

  Next, the hold control means MJ30, the hold digestion control means MJ31 for controlling the process related to hold digestion and variation start, and the first main game side random number acquired in a situation where the first main game symbol variation permission has not come down. It is determined whether to temporarily store, based on the determination result, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32 for holding the random number in the first main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-A until the symbol variation permission is given. -A, it is determined whether or not to temporarily store the second main game side random number acquired in a situation where the second main game symbol variation permission has not come down, and based on the determination result, the random number symbol variation permission comes down Up to the second main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B until the second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B, and the auxiliary game acquired in the situation that the auxiliary game symbol variation permission is not down Whether or not to temporarily store the random number is determined, and based on the determination result, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H for holding the random number in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H until the symbol variation permission is given. And have.

  Here, the pending digestion control means MJ31 has a variation start condition satisfaction determination means MJ31j that determines whether or not the conditions for starting the variation are 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 up to four, the random numbers are combined with the holding order. In order to temporarily store in the form, 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 auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, respectively. Have

  Next, the game content determining means MN, and the winning / unwinning lottery means MN10 that draws the win / no of the special game and the availability of opening the second main game starting port electric auditorium product B11d, and the special game when the win / win lottery result is a win. Of the special game transition determining means MN20 (for example, turning on the hit flag internally), the symbol content determining means MN40 for determining the stop symbol of each symbol based on each random number, and each random number And a variation mode determination means MN50 for determining the variation mode (variation time etc.) of each symbol. Here, the win / loss lottery means MN10 is a first main game win / win lottery means MN11-A for performing win / win lottery on the first main game symbol and a second main game win / win lottery means for performing win / loss lottery on the second main game symbol. It has an MN11-B and an auxiliary game win / loss lottery means MN11-H for performing a win / win lottery on the auxiliary game symbol. Here, the first main game win / loss lottery means MN11-A, the second main game win / win lottery means MN11-B, and the auxiliary game win / win lottery means MN11-H are referred to when the win / win lottery about the first main game symbol is performed. The first main game win / loss lottery table MN11ta-A, and the second main game win / loss lottery table MN11ta-B that is referred to when the win / win lottery for the second main game symbol is performed, and the win / win lottery for the auxiliary game symbol Each has an auxiliary game win / loss lottery table MN11ta-H that is referred to when performing. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Here, when executing the winning / winning lottery based on the main game random number, the winning / winning lottery means MN10 determines whether or not the main game random number value is the same as any of all the hit random number values, or When a part or all of the random number values are continuous numerical values, it is determined whether or not the main game random number value is less than or equal to the upper limit value and greater than or equal to the lower limit value of the hit random number value, to thereby determine whether or not the winning result is true. .. Accurate determination processing can be executed by executing such a hit / miss judgment. On the contrary, in the case where the winning / disagreement determination is performed by comparing only the upper limit of the hit random number range or only the lower limit thereof, the value at the end of the random number range (for example, when the range of the random number value is 0 to 1023, 0 or Since it is necessary to set 1023) as a random number value, it is vulnerable to fraud (for example, fraudulent act of passing a current through the main control board M, and all the bits of the storage area easily become 0 or 1). There is a risk of In this example, one random number is used to perform one lottery (if a plurality of random numbers is used in one lottery (so-called two-stage lottery is performed), two random numbers are used. Must be prevented from synchronizing}.

  Next, the symbol content determination means MN40, the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A for determining the stop symbol of the first main game symbol, based on the acquired game content determination random number (first main game random number), and acquisition Based on the game content determination random number (second main game random number), the second main game symbol determining 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. It has an auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H for determining the stop symbol.

  Here, the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A has a first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the first main game symbol, The first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A is provided with various lottery tables that differ depending on the winning / non-winning result / game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → first main game normal game state) (Lottery table, probability variation game → first main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). Further, the second main game symbol determination means MN41-B has a second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B that is referred to when determining a stop symbol relating to the second main game symbol, The second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B is provided with various lottery tables that differ depending on the win / no win result / game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → second main game normal game state lottery). Table, probability variation game → second main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game symbol determination means MN41-H has an auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H that is referred to when determining a stop symbol relating to the auxiliary game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery. The table MN41ta-H is provided with various winning tables that differ according to the gaming state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table).

  Next, the variation mode determining means MN50 determines the variation mode (variation time etc.) of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first main game random number). MN51-A, and second main game variation mode determining means MN51-B that determines a variation mode (variation time etc.) of the second main game symbol based on the obtained game content determination random number (second main game random number). It has 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 determining means MN51-A has a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A that is 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 is provided with various lottery tables that differ depending on the winning / losing result / game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → first main game normal Gaming state lottery table, probability variation game → first main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). Further, 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 lottery table MN51ta-B for determining the second main game variation mode is provided with various lottery tables that differ depending on the winning / losing result / game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → second main game normal game). State lottery table, probability variation game → second main game probability variation game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H has an auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-H which is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the auxiliary game symbol, and the auxiliary game variation mode. The determination lottery table MN51ta-H is provided with various winning tables that differ according to the game state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table).

  Next, the display control means MP10 is on the first main game symbol display portion A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 and on the second main game symbol display portion B21g of the second main game symbol display device B20 for a predetermined time. On the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g of the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 for controlling the stop display after changing the first main game symbol, a predetermined time assistance It has an auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H for controlling the stop display after changing the game symbol.

  Here, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C has a zero-clearable first and second main game symbol fluctuation management timer MP11t-C (decrement 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 starting opening electric auditors product opening / closing control means MP20-B determines whether or not the condition for performing the process of opening / closing the second main gaming starting entrance electric auditors object B11d is satisfied. Second main game starting mouth electric auditors thing opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B and second main game starting mouth electric auditors thing opening timer MP22t for measuring the driving (opening) time of the second main game starting mouth electric auditors thing B11d. -B and.

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

  Next, the specific game control means MP50 satisfies the probability variation game end condition determination means MP51 for determining whether or not the probability variation game state end condition is satisfied, and whether or not the time reduction game state end condition is satisfied. It has a time saving game end condition determining means MP52. Here, the time saving game end condition determining means MP52 has a time saving number counter MP52c capable of counting the time saving number. Here, the "specific game" is, for example, a probability variation game in which the probability of being drawn to a special game is higher than in a normal game, or a time-reducing game in which the variation time of the main game symbol is relatively shorter than in a normal game. Point to.

Here, in the present embodiment, during the time shortening game, the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened as compared with the non-time shortening game (time reduction. function). Furthermore, the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the second main game starting port electric auditors product B11d is relatively extended (opening time extension function). In addition, the time reduction game in the present embodiment ends when the total value of the number of fluctuations of the first main game symbol and the number of fluctuations of the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number of times (probability variation game without time saving limit). except for). That is, the number of hours saved is configured to be subtracted for each variation (stop) of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol. The probability variation game end condition determining means MP51 and the time saving game end condition determining means MP52 described above are, for example, a lottery for shifting from a specific game (for example, a probability variation game or a time reduction game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability each time there is a symbol variation. It may have a function of performing (in the case of a so-called pachinko game machine having a falling lottery function).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means MB, 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 / 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. H and special game related information temporary storage means for temporarily storing the current game state in the special game (for example, the number of rounds, the number of winning game balls in any round, ON / OFF of various flags related to the special game, 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 hours saved, 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 is a stop related to the currently fluctuating first or second main game symbol (first or second main game symbol for which the fluctuation start condition is satisfied). It has 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 is an auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage for temporarily storing information such as a stop symbol relating to the currently changing auxiliary game symbol (the auxiliary game symbol for which the variation start condition is satisfied). Means MB11b-H.

  Next, the game peripheral device will be described. Since the detailed configurations of some peripheral devices have already been described, the remaining configurations will be briefly described. First, the game peripheral device, the first main game peripheral device A is a peripheral device of the first main game side, a second main game peripheral device B is a peripheral device of the second main game side, the first main game side And the first and second main game shared peripheral device C, which is a shared peripheral device on the second main game side, the auxiliary game peripheral device H related to the auxiliary game, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM, the sub sub control unit. It has SS (and effect display device SG) and the like. Here, the effect controlled by the sub-main control unit SM is a decorative design (first decorative design and second decorative design) in a form that is time-synchronized with the fluctuations of the first main game design and the second main game design. This is related to the display of only information that does not affect the result of the game, including changes in the (pattern). Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

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

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

  Next, the first / second main game common peripheral device C is in a closed state during a normal game, and is opened under predetermined conditions during a special game (big hit). And has a second big winning opening C20.

Next, the auxiliary game peripheral device H, the second main game starting port of the second main game starting port B10, the auxiliary game starting port H10 that triggers the opening of the electric accessory B11d, and the stop display and the variable display of the auxiliary game symbol. It has an auxiliary game symbol display device H20 capable of.

  Next, the effect display control means (sub-main control section) SM, the display information receiving means SM10 for receiving various information from the main control board M side, and the determination processing and the display control processing of the effect contents related to the effect display. It has an effect display control means SM20 for controlling the above, and an information transmission / reception control means SM40 for controlling information transmission / reception with the sub-sub controller SS side. The above means will be described in detail below.

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

  Next, the effect display control means SM20, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 which controls the determination process and the display control process of the variation pattern and the stop pattern of the decorative symbol (the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol), and the decorative symbol (the first symbol). (1 decorative pattern and second decorative pattern) the holding number display control means SM22 that controls the number of pieces to be held and the hold display processing, the background effect display control means SM23 that controls the determination processing and display control processing of the background image, and the notice effect It has advance notice display control means SM24 that controls the content determination processing and display control processing, and reach production display control means SM25 that controls the reach production content determination processing and display control processing.

  Here, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 is based on the information from the main control board M side, and is a decorative symbol {in the present embodiment, two types of decorative symbols (hereinafter referred to as a first decorative symbol and a second decorative symbol). The first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol are independent of each other, and the game is achieved by combining three numerical symbols of the first decorative symbol or the second decorative symbol. It is possible to inform the result} of the stop symbol and the variation display content determining means SM21n for determining the variation mode, and various information (variation mode) related to the symbol variation of the decorative symbol (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol) Information, stop symbol information, various flags, etc. for temporarily storing the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and the first for measuring the variation time of the decorative symbol (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol) Thailand / Floating time management Has a SM21t-1, the. Here, the design drawing display content determination means SM21n is a lottery (reference) table for determining the design content variation content that is referred to when determining the stop design and the variation mode of the decorative design (the first decorative design and the second decorative design). SM21ta (details of the table are not shown) and the effect of decorative design (first decorative design and second decorative design), display update timing, decoration referred to when determining (or setting) display update content It further has a symbol effect table SM21ta-2. Both the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern are independently display-controlled on the effect display control means (sub-main control unit) SM side based on the information from the main control board M side. By making good use of these two types of decorative patterns, it is possible to enhance the interest of the production and to make it easier to grasp the progress of the game. This point will be described later. To do.

  Next, the diagram suspension information display control means SM22 has a diagram suspension information temporary storage means SM22b for temporarily storing information regarding suspension related to the decorative symbol (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol). ..

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

Next, the notice effect display control means SM24 determines the display content and the display timing of the notice effect based on the information from the main control board M side, and the notice effect display content determination means SM24n and information related to the notice effect display. Notice related information temporary storage means SM24b for temporarily storing
And have.

  Next, the reach effect display control means SM25 determines, based on the information from the main control board M, the display content of the reach effect, the display timing, etc., and the information regarding the reach effect display. Reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b for temporarily storing.

  Further, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS, a sub information transmission / reception control means SS10 for controlling information transmission / reception with the sub main control unit SM side, and an image display for displaying an image in the display area SG10 on the effect display device SG. And a control means SS20. Here, the image display control means SS20 further includes an image display related information temporary storage means SS21b for temporarily storing a command received from the sub-main control section SM side and information related to various image displays.

  Further, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS is electrically connected to the effect display device SG that displays the image related to the effect based on the 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 is a decorative symbol display area SG11 for variably displaying decorative symbols (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol), and a first hold display section SG12 (and the first hold display unit SG12 for displaying main game hold information). 2 hold display section SG13).

  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 that information can be transmitted, 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 that information can be transmitted. 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, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS, the sub-game control It means that it is controlled by means (sub-main control unit) SM. Note that another peripheral device may be controlled via another peripheral device that is controlled by one-way communication (one-way communication) with the main control board M.

  From here, an example of the flow of general processing in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described using a flowchart. The flow chart is mainly composed of processing steps (illustrated by rectangles), judgments (illustrated by diamonds), flow lines (arrows), terminals indicating start / end / return (illustrated by rounded rectangles). .. Further, in the case where the details of the processing steps are shown in another flowchart, the reference to the other flowchart is shown as a subroutine (illustrated by a rectangle whose left and right lines are double lines). .. Here, in the game machine development stage, game machines with different specifications are also being developed at the same time, but in this example, a subroutine executed by the game machine with different specifications (in the processing on the main side, Subroutines that are not normally used) are not left, so that processing related to unused subroutines that are not normally executed is prevented from being executed due to noise or cheating.

First, FIG. 5 is a main flowchart showing a flow of general processing performed by the main control board M. After the power of the gaming machine is turned on, the process of FIG. That is, after turning on the power of the gaming machine and performing initial settings (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board M confirms the input port of the RAM clear button, and resets the power supply unit E (RAM clear). It is determined whether or not the button) has been operated, that is, whether or not the administrator of the game arcade intentionally performed an operation to clear the contents of the RAM. If Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board M clears all 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 the ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub-main control section SM side (even if it is transmitted at this timing. Alternatively, the command may be set at the timing and transmitted in the control command transmitting process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, in the case of No at step 1002, at step 1008, the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power failure and the RAM area are stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information that is present). 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 failure 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 clearing process described above). On the other hand, if No in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in step 1012, the main control board M stores various data stored (backed up) in the RAM of the main control board M at the time of power interruption. The information command is acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side (may be transmitted at the timing, or the command may be set at the timing and the control command described later). It may be configured to transmit in the transmission process), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, at step 1016, the main control board M triggers an execution scheduled interrupt (for example, a hardware interrupt at about every 1.5 ms) related to the main processing on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in the present example, the interrupt period is set to T) (as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, the process shown in FIG. 10B is executed), and the process proceeds to step 1018. .. Note that 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.

  The initial value of the temporary storage area (RAM or the like) mounted on the main control board M is preferably configured so as not to be a value at which the special game is executed (noise or cheating immediately after the start of the processing of the program). Therefore, in order to prevent the special game from being erroneously executed when the process of determining the execution of the special game has been executed).

  Next, the timer interrupt process will be described. The main control board M executes the process of FIG. 7B based on the interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, triggered by the arrival of the regular interrupt cycle 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, in step 1200, the main control board M executes the electric auditors product drive determination processing described later. Next, in step 1300, the main control board M executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1400, the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1500, the main control board M executes a later-described special game operating condition determination process. Next, in step 1600, the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1997, the main control board M (particularly, the prize ball payout determination means MH) performs prize ball payout control processing (drive control of the prize ball payout device KE, etc. based on the winning opening in which the game ball wins). The payout control board KH is caused to execute the processing, and the processing for managing the result) is executed. Next, in step 1998, the main control board M executes an external signal output process (information output to the external terminal board, the hall computer HC, etc.). Next, in step 1999, the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub-main control unit side), and is executed immediately before execution of this interrupt process. It returns to the processing that was used. In the control command transmission process, the order of receiving commands on the sub-main control section SM side is important (for example, the process is normally executed by receiving another command after receiving a certain command). Therefore, the commands are transmitted in the order in which the main control board M decides to transmit the commands (the order in which the commands are set).

Next, the NMI interrupt processing will be described. As described above, the main control board M is configured so that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the processing of FIG. To be done. That is, when the power supply of the gaming machine is cut off (in this example, at the time of NMI interrupt), in step 1020, the main control board M sets the power cut-off 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 the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the auxiliary game starting entrance ball determination means MJ11-H determines whether or not a game ball has entered (inflowed or passed in the case of a gate) in the auxiliary game starting opening H10. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and whether the holding balls are not the upper limit (for example, four). To determine. If Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination executing 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 holds a random number in the form of setting the random number in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H together with information indicating how many pieces are held. Is incremented by 1 and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1200). Even if No in step 1102 or step 1104, the process moves to the next process (process in step 1200).

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the second main game starting opening electric auditors product opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H, and the electric auditors opening flag is OFF. It is determined whether or not. If Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H to determine whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. To do. If Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H accesses the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H and determines whether or not there is a holding ball for the auxiliary game symbol. . In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game symbol determination means MN41-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H to set the game state of the auxiliary game side (the flag state of the auxiliary game shortened flag). Along with 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, the auxiliary game time saving flag When is ON, the winning symbol is selected with a higher probability than when it is OFF) and is temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H. Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H, based on the game state of the auxiliary game side (the flag state of the auxiliary game shortened flag), the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C of the auxiliary game symbol A predetermined time related to the variable time (for example, 5 seconds when the auxiliary game time saving flag is on, 30 seconds when the auxiliary game time saving flag is off) is set. Then, 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 holding information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H after subtracting 1 from the holding ball concerned with the auxiliary game symbol. At the same time, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H, and then starts the variable display of the auxiliary game symbol on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g.

Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C, and determines whether or not a predetermined time relating to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is 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 assist. The stop symbol of the game symbol is confirmed and displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g. Then, in 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 starting opening electric auditors product opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “hit”. If Yes in step 1230, in step 1232, the second main game starting opening electric auditors product opening / closing control means MP20-B determines the second main game based on the game state of the auxiliary game side (the flag state of the auxiliary game shortened flag). A predetermined time relating to the opening time of the electric accessory to the starting opening electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B (for example, 6 seconds when the auxiliary game shortened flag is on, 0.5 when the auxiliary game shortened flag is off. Seconds). Next, in step 1234, the second main game starting opening electric auditors product opening / closing control means MP20-B turns on the electric auditors opening flag in the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H. . Then, in step 1236, the second main game starting opening electric auditors product opening / closing control means MP20-B opens the second main gaming starting mouth electric auditors object B11d. Next, at step 1238, the second main game starting opening electric auditors product opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main gaming starting mouth electric auditors opening timer MP22t-B to determine the opening time of the electric auditors. It is determined whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1238, in step 1240 and step 1242, the second main game starting opening electric auditors product opening / closing control means MP20-B closes the second main gaming starting mouth electric auditors object B11d, and at the same time the auxiliary gaming state temporarily. The electric accessory opening flag in the flag area of the memory means MB10-H is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1300).

  In addition, if No in step 1202, the process proceeds to step 1238, if No in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224, and if No in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230, or step 1238, the next process is performed. The process proceeds to (processing of step 1300).

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

Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the first main game starting mouth entrance determining means MJ11-A determines the first main game starting entrance entering information from the first main game starting entrance detecting device A11s of the first main starting opening A10. Is received. If 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 reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-A, and the main game (especially the first main game) It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to (side) is not the upper limit (for example, 4 balls). If Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, the winning / non-winning lottery random number for determining the win / fail, the symbol lottery random number for determining the winning symbol, and the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol are determined. The three random numbers of the variation mode lottery random numbers for performing are acquired. By the way, these three random numbers are generated by random number generation means having different update cycles 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 holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-A. . Next, in step 1310, the hold control means MJ30 is a command transmission buffer for transmitting the information indicating that the first main game random number has been obtained (first main game hold occurrence command) to the sub-main control section SM. It is set in MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1312. Even if No in step 1302 or step 1304, the process moves to step 1312.

  Next, in step 1312, the second main game starting mouth entrance determination means MJ11-B determines the second main game starting entrance detecting device B11s of the second main game starting entrance B10 from the second main game starting entrance. Determine whether information has been received. If Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B refers to the second main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and the main game (especially the second main game). It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls related to (side) is not the upper limit (for example, four). If Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers, that is, the winning / missing lottery random number, the symbol lottery random number, and the variation mode lottery random number are acquired, as in the first main game content determining means. By the way, an acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and an acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, a win / loss lot number for the first main game and a win / loss lot number for the second main game) The acquisition range) is set to the same. Next, in step 1318, the second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B temporarily stores (holds) the acquired second main game content determination random number in the second main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B. . Next, in step 1320, the hold control means MJ30 is a command transmission buffer for transmitting information indicating that the second main game random number has been acquired (second main game hold generation command) to the sub-main control section SM. It is set in MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control section SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1999), and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1400). Even if No in step 1312 or step 1314, the process moves to the next process (process in step 1400).

  In addition, in the present embodiment, as information to be transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in steps 1310 and 1320, information indicating that a random number has been acquired is transmitted, but the information of the random number value and the main game symbol are transmitted. The number of reservations may be added and transmitted, and it is also possible to substitute the information indicating that the random number has been acquired from these information.

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display processing relating to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the hold digestion control means MJ31 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and confirms whether or not the hold of the second main game symbol does not exist. If 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 moves to the next process (process of step 1500). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the game content determination means MN executes the second main game symbol display processing described later, and proceeds to the next processing (processing of step 1500).

  Thus, in the present embodiment, when there is a reserve ball for the second main game symbol, regardless of the presence of the reserve ball for the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the retention of the first main game symbol) It is configured to prioritize the execution of the second main game symbol on hold, but it is not limited to this (holddown based on the winning order or both main game symbols are concurrently parallel). It may be configured to execute a parallel lottery in which the lottery is selectively performed).

Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display processing (second main game symbol display processing), which is related to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. Since this process is substantially the same as 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 second main game symbol side will be described. Write in parentheses. First, in step 1403, the holding digestion control means MJ31 determines whether or not the fluctuation start condition is satisfied. Here, the fluctuation start condition is not in the special game (or the condition device is operating), and is not in the main game symbol fluctuation, and the condition that there is a hold of the main game symbol. Although not shown in this example, when a fixed fixed time (after the fixed display of the main game symbol is displayed, the fixed display symbol is stopped and displayed) is provided, during the fixed fixed time, the variable start condition of the next variation May not be satisfied.

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

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game win / loss lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game win / loss lottery table MN11ta-B). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability varying gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-probability varying gaming state. The winning probability is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. In addition, in the present embodiment, the hit (so-called small hit) that cannot shift the game state is not illustrated, but a small hit may occur (small hit is won). Further, in such a configuration, for example, (1) the winning probability of the small hit is different between the first main game side and the second main game side, the first main game side is better than the second main game side Is also easy to win (the second main game side does not have to be provided with a small hit), (2) When a small hit is won, the game state after the end of the small hit is the same as the game state before the start of the small hit. It remains as it is (when the big hit is won, the game state after the big hit ends can be different from the game state before the big hit starts), (3) the big hit is the first main game side and the second main game side And the winning probability is the same, and the winning probability is high due to the probability variation game state, while the small winning is different in the winning probability between the first main game side and the second main game side. The winning probability is not changed as a result of winning and changing to the probability variation game state. (4) As a stop symbol for the selected variation of decorative symbols, the "special symbol" (for example, "2 ★ 2" or "3 ★ 9" such as ★ corresponds to the "special symbol") that is exclusively used when winning the small hit is stopped. Get, (5) not a set of three identical symbols as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol of the symbol variation that is won in the small hit, and a specific result that is a combination of numbers having a certain regularity (for example, " 234 "or the like, or" 432 "or the like or the odd number such as" 357 "or the like) may be stopped. (6) Similar to (or similar to) a small hit from the player's perspective. The big win (2R or more, which is the open mode (visibility) of the special winning opening, but the number of rounds is different, but when viewed from the player, it looks like the same open mode (the small win is only one round. The special winning opening is opened multiple times in one round, and the jackpot is opened the same number of times as the multiple times. (Execution in a plurality of rounds)} is provided (in such a case, it is preferable to stop and display a combination of decorative symbols which is difficult for the player to distinguish whether it is a small hit or a big hit), (8) In the second decorative design, the "special design" dedicated to the small hit does not stop (or may not stop), (9) The decorative design which is difficult for the player to distinguish whether it is a small hit or a big hit. Even in the configuration in which the combination is stopped and displayed, the ratio of whether it is a small hit or a big hit varies depending on the type of the decorative pattern combination that the player cannot easily distinguish (for example, by aligning three, after the big hit ends. If the stop symbol includes a decorative symbol that becomes definite in transition to the probability variation game state, the probability of being a big hit is higher than the case where it is not included).

  Next, in step 1410-2, the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A (second main game symbol determination means MN41-B), the first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game With reference to the symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B), regarding the main game symbol based on the main game symbol win / loss 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 the present embodiment, when a big hit is won, from among a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, "4A / 5A / 7A" and "4B / 5B / 7B") One main game symbol is configured to be determined as a jackpot symbol. The number of rounds of the special game determined with reference to the main game symbol is 4R for 4A and 5A, 8R for 4B and 5B, and 16R for 7A and 7B. It should be noted that the random number value and the type of the stop symbol are also merely examples, and the present invention is not limited to this. However, if a specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the type and / or selection rate of the variation mode of the main game symbol is different from that before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed (limited frequency state). It may be configured to migrate}.

  Next, in step 1410-3, the first main game variation mode determining means MN51-A (second main game variation mode determining means MN51-B) draws the first main game variation mode determining lottery corresponding to each game state. Referring to the table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B), the main game symbol win / loss result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (especially, variation The variation mode of the main game symbol is determined based on the mode lottery random number), these are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the process proceeds to step 1414.

Here, FIG. 12 and FIG. 13 (main game table 3) are an example of a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). As shown in the present example, in the present embodiment, both the first main game side and the second main game side, based on the winning / non-drawing result of the main game symbol, the main game time saving flag state, and the number of holdings at the start of fluctuation, The variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol is configured to be determined. That is, when the winning / winning lottery result of the main game symbol is a hit, the variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long is easily determined, and when the main game time saving flag is ON (time saving game state) The variation mode in which the variation time is short is easily determined, and the variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short when the number of holdings is 2 to 3 as compared with the case where the number of holdings is 0 to 1 Is configured to be easy to determine (only in case of loss). It should be noted that this example is merely an example, and there is no limitation on the type of stop symbol, the selection rate, or the like. Further, the symbol variation time of the first main game side in the time shortening game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long {the symbol variation on the second main game side. When it is configured to be advantageous for the player to be executed, the second main game side is likely to be held by decreasing the symbol variation efficiency on the first main game side (which is advantageous for the player. It is particularly effective in the case where the starting opening on the first main gaming side and the starting opening on the second main gaming side cannot be discriminated from each other for the purpose of constructing a situation}. It should be noted that an example of an effect that is executed when each variation mode is selected is shown in "An effect mode executed on the sub side". As an effect mode executed on the sub side, a pseudo continuous variation (an effect that appears as if multiple symbol variations have occurred during one variation display of the main game symbol), which will be described later, is performed. It may be possible to provide a "pseudo continuous failure production" that is an effect that informs the player that the pseudo continuous variation is not executed after insulting the player whether or not it is the same, for example, when the game is lost. In the game state, the random number distribution (execution frequency) of "pseudo continuous failure production → stop losing hits" becomes larger when the number of holdings is 0 to 1 than when the number of holdings is 2 to 3 It may be configured as such (either in the non-time-reduced game state or the time-reduced game state, it is possible to configure it). However, when the "pseudo continuous success effect" is executed, a pseudo continuous operation described later is performed. Tells the player whether or not the change is executed It may be configured to notify that a quasi continuous variation is performed after the Tsu. Further, the "pseudo continuous failure effect" and the "pseudo continuous success effect" are effects using a "special symbol" or a specific result described later, and for example, when the "pseudo continuous failure effect" is executed, " After inflicting on the player whether or not the "special design" is temporarily stopped in the middle row, the decorative design one frame after the "special design" is stopped in the middle row (temporary stop), and the "pseudo continuous success effect" is In the case of execution, after the player is instructed whether or not the "special symbol" is temporarily stopped in the middle row, the "special symbol" is stopped in the middle row (temporary stop). There is. Also, in order to cause the second main game hold during the change of the first main game symbol in the time shortening game state which is an irregular symbol change, the first main game symbol relating to the loss of the time shortening game state concerned The contents of the variation mode determination table may be configured such that the variation mode for a short time is not selected regardless of the number of holdings (for example, the variation time is all 5 seconds or more). Incidentally, the number of holdings shown in the figure is not the total number of the first main game holding and the second main game holding, but in the case of the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A, the first main It is the game holding number, and in the case of the second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B, the second main game holding number.

  Next, in step 1414, the game content determination means MN, the symbol variation display start instruction command (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information) temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. , Information regarding the determined main game symbol such as variation mode information and a command regarding the current game state) is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (control command transmission in step 1999). It is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the processing). Next, in step 1416, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sets a predetermined time relating to the variation time of the main game symbol to the first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C. To do. Next, in step 1417, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C, the first main game symbol display portion A21g (of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). On the second main game symbol display portion B21g), in accordance with the variation mode stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, the variable display of the main game symbol is started. Next, in step 1418, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turn on the changing flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C, The process moves to step 1420.

  On the other hand, if No in step 1403, in step 1419, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C refer to the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C to change. It is determined whether the medium flag is on. If Yes in step 1419, the process moves to step 1420, and if No in step 1419, the process moves to the next process (process of step 1500).

  Next, in step 1420, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C determine whether or not a predetermined time relating to the variation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sends information indicating that the symbol fluctuation is finished (symbol fixed display instruction command) to the sub-main controller SM side. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1999). Next, in Step 1423, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C, the first main game symbol display portion A21g (of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). Stop the variable display of the main game symbol on the second main game symbol display portion B21g), and display the stop symbol stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C as a fixed stop symbol. Control. Next, in step 1428, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turn 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 to determine whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol. To do. If Yes in step 1430, in step 1432, the game content determination means MN turns on the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. On the other hand, if No in step 1430, step 1432 is skipped.

  Next, in step 1450, the specific game control means MP50 executes a specific game end determination process described later, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1500). Even if No in step 1420, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and determines whether or not the main game probability variation flag is off. If Yes in step 1452, in step 1470 the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time saving counter MP52c, and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than 0. If Yes in step 1470, in step 1472 the specific game control means MP50 decrements the counter value of the time saving counter MP52c by 1. Next, in a step 1474, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the hour / hour counter MP52c, and determines whether or not the counter value (remaining hour / hour) is 0. If Yes in step 1474, in step 1476 and step 1478, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game short time flag and the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and then Processing (step 1500). Even if No in step 1452, step 1470, or step 1474, the process moves to the next process (process in step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the special game operating condition determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the condition determination means MP31 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1514, the special game control means MP30 has a specific 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, in a step 1518, the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the time saving counter MP52c. Next, at step 1520, the special game control means MP30 turns on the special game transition permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, at step 1522, 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 shifts to the next processing (processing of step 1600). Even if No in step 1502, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1600).

Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the special game control process related to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and determines whether or not the special game shift permission flag is on. If Yes in step 1602, in step 1604 and step 1606, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game transition permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and the special game execution flag. Turn on. Next, at step 1607, the special game execution means MP33 sets an initial value (1 in this example) to the round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1608, the special game execution 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 the control command transmission process of step 1999, the control command is transmitted to the sub-main controller SM side), and the process proceeds to step 1612.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. Then, if Yes in step 1610, the process moves to step 1612. Incidentally, in the case of No in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 determines that the permission for the special game has not been given, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1997).

  Next, in a step 1612, 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 round continuation flag is off, in other words, immediately before the start of each round. Determine if there is. If Yes in step 1612, that is, immediately before the start of each round, in step 1614, the special game execution means MP33 first sets a release pattern in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in a step 1616, the special game executing means MP33 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in a step 1618, the special game execution means MP33 turns on the round continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1620, the special game execution means MP33 drives the first special winning opening electric prize C11d (or the second special winning opening electric prize C21d) of the first special winning opening C10 to make the first big prize. The mouth C10 (or the second special winning opening C20) is opened, the predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) is set to the special game timer MP34t (especially opening time timer), and the operation is started, and the process proceeds to step 1622. On the other hand, if No in step 1612, that is, if the special winning opening is open, the process proceeds to step 1622 without performing the processes of steps 1614 to 1620.

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

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

  Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game, which is related to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the stop symbol is a probability variation big hit symbol (after the completion of the special game, the probability variation game state is set. It is a jackpot pattern to be transferred, and in this example, it is determined whether or not it is 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B). If Yes in step 1652, in step 1654, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game probability variation flag in the flag area of the specific game-related information temporary storage means MB30b, and proceeds to step 1658. On the other hand, if No in step 1652, that is, if the stop symbol is a non-probable variation big hit symbol (a big hit symbol that does not shift to the probability variation game state after the end of execution of the special game, in this example, 4A / 4B), step 1656 Then, the specific game control means MP50 sets the counter value of the time saving counter MP52c to a predetermined number (100 times in this example), and proceeds to step 1658.

  Next, in step 1658 and step 1660, 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 the next process (step 1997 processing).

Next, with reference to FIGS. 18 to 26, the control processing executed on the sub-main control section SM side will be described. First, FIG. 18 is a main flowchart of the sub control board S side (particularly, the sub main control section SM side) in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 10A is a process on the side of the sub-main control unit SM that is executed after resetting when the power of the gaming machine is turned on. That is, when the power of the game machine is turned on, 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 When received → Initialize the sub-side RAM, when receiving various information commands → Reset the production related information at the time of power interruption to the sub-side RAM). Next, in step 2003, the sub-main control unit SM restores the number of holdings (for example, the drawing holding counter value) based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side). Note that the effect etc. being executed is not restored, and the "preparing" screen is displayed until the start of the next change. After that, the process shifts to the loop process of repeatedly executing (b) which is the iterative process routine of the sub-main control unit SM. Here, when (b) is executed, first, in step 2100, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM causes a hold information management process to be described later, as shown in the process of FIG. To 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 first decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2350, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a second decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2400, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a special game-related display control process described later. Next, in step 2500, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes a background effect control process described later. Next, in step 2999, the sub game control means (sub main control unit) SM executes the display command transmission control process (sends the command set by these series of subroutines to the sub sub control unit SS side), The repeat processing routine ends.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit SM adopts a mode in which the sub-main side routine (S2100 to S2999) is looped after reset. Further, the process of FIG. 7C is an interrupt process of the sub-main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line in the main control board M described above is one terminal of the CPU of the sub-main control unit SM (in this example, , NMI terminal). 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), the sub-main control unit SM causes the command input port (from the main control board M side) in step 2004. Check the input port of the data signal line). Then, in step 2006, the sub-main control unit SM sends the command sent from the main control board M side to the RAM (for example, main-side information temporary storage means SM11b) on the sub-main control unit SM side based on the confirmation result. Is temporarily stored, and the processing that was being executed immediately before this interrupt processing is restored.

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the pending information management process related to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and a command relating to a new suspension occurrence from the main control board M side (first main game symbol or second main pattern). It is determined whether or not (hold information related to the game symbol) is received. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 causes the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b to store the drawing suspension counter (in this example, a maximum of four for the first main game, "1" is added to the second main game (up to four). Next, at step 2106, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22, based on the suspension occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side, suspension information (particularly, random number value related to main game symbol lottery and suspension prefetch group information). ) Is temporarily stored in the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, and the process proceeds to step 2118.

  On the other hand, in the case of No at step 2102, at step 2111, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and receives the symbol variation display start instruction command from the main control board M side. Determine whether or not. If Yes in step 2111, in step 2112, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 subtracts "1" from the drawing reservation counter in the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2114, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 deletes the suspension information related to the symbol variation (particularly, the random number value related to the main game symbol lottery) from the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b. , Shift the remaining pending information. Next, in step 2116, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 turns on the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to step 2118. Even if No in step 2111, the process moves to step 2118.

  Next, in step 2118, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 makes full use of the effect display means SS to display on the effect display device SG (particularly, the first hold display section SG12 and the second hold display section SG13). The same number of holding display lamps as the figure holding counter value in the drawing holding information temporary storage means SM22b is lit and displayed, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2200).

Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of a 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,
It is determined whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2202, in step 2204, the packaging display content determination means SM21n turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2206, the drawing display content determination means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determination means SM24n, the reach effect display content determination means SM25n), the symbol information (temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means SM11b). With reference to the stop symbol / variation mode related to the main game symbol and the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, the first decorative symbol (as described above, displayed based on the information from the main control board M side) It is a so-called decorative design that is controlled, and details of its display size and operation contents will be described later) (for example, when the stop design related to the main game design is a jackpot design, “7. Numbers such as "7" (hit numbers), in the case of a lost design, numbers such as "1.3.5", etc.} and variation mode {for example, variation related to the main game symbol) If it is a short-term fluctuation, non-reach, if it is a 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 information temporary storage means). The data is temporarily stored in the SM 24b and the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b). Here, in the present embodiment, the first decorative symbol is composed of three columns of a left column, a middle column, and a right column, and an effective line (a line that can notify the result of winning or losing by arranging three number symbols). ) Is one line, which means a big hit if the same numerical symbols are lined up on the effective line (on the contrary, if the same numerical symbols are not lined up on the effective line, it is lost). In addition, in the left column, the middle column, the right column (or only in the middle column), "special symbol" other than the numerical symbol (when displayed on the relevant line, it does not mean a big hit, but after that, a big hit It is a design that gives notice that there is a possibility that the display size and details of the operation will be described later) and can be stopped (temporary stop), and the numerical design can also be provisionally stopped while the symbol is changing. Has been done. In addition, the temporary stop means that the decorative symbols of all the columns are temporarily stopped and displayed during the period from the start of variable display of the main game symbols to the stop display, and the temporarily stopped decorative symbols are displayed. , A state in which variable display can be started again during the period (hereinafter, used in the same meaning). In addition, as will be described later in detail, the "special symbol" in the pseudo continuous variation can be temporarily stopped (temporary stop), does not stop definitely, and is not included in the stop mode for notifying a big hit. It is configured, the "special symbol" at the time of pre-reading effect execution, can be temporarily stopped (temporary stop), can be fixed stop, and is configured not to be included in the stop mode to notify the big hit .

Next, in step 2208, the drawing display content determination means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determination means SM24n, the reach effect display content determination means SM25n), the symbol information (temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means SM11b). With reference to the stop symbol / variation mode relating to the main game symbol) and the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, the second decorative symbol (as described above, display control based on the information from the main control board M side) It is a so-called decorative design, and its stop size (details of its display size and operation contents will be described later) (for example, when the stop design related to the main game design is a big hit design, “7,7,7”). Numbers such as “” (hit numbers), in the case of a lost design, number variations such as “1, 3, 5”, etc.} and variation mode {eg, variation related to the main game symbol) Is a short-term fluctuation, non-reach, long-term fluctuation is normal reach, super-reach, etc.} is determined, and the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b (and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b). , Temporarily stored in the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b). Here, in the present embodiment, the second decorative symbol is composed of three columns of the left column, the middle column, and the right column, and the effective line (the line in which it is effective to arrange the same numerical symbols) is one line. That is, if the same numerical symbols are aligned on the relevant active line, it means a big hit (on the contrary, if the same numerical symbols are not aligned on the relevant active line, a loss occurs). Moreover, only the numerical symbols can be stopped in the left column, the middle column, and the right column (the "special symbol" does not stop like the first decorative symbol), and is configured not to be temporarily stopped during the symbol change. . In this way, the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol are configured to independently determine the display content for notifying the winning / losing of the main game symbol, that is, the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol. The decorative pattern has a property that both sides can independently notify the result of winning or losing relating to the main game pattern as its basic property.

  Next, in step 2216, the design drawing display content deciding means SM21n determines whether the main game symbol is temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and whether or not the result is a decorative pattern (first decorative pattern and second decorative pattern). Based on the variation mode, the decorative symbol effect content is determined by referring to the decorative symbol effect table SM21ta-2 (for example, the decorative symbol effect table 1 to the decorative symbol effect table 2) in the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, The display update timing and the display update contents are set and temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2218, the packaging display content determination means SM21n turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to the next processing (processing of step 2300). Transition. Even if No in step 2202, the process moves to the next process (process in step 2300).

  In the above description, the main game symbol that is display-controlled on the main control board M side is the first main game symbol (first main game symbol) or the second main game symbol ( It is not mentioned whether or not it is the second main game symbol), but basically, even if the display contents of both the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol are determined in correspondence with the first main game symbol. Good, the display contents of both the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol may be determined in association with the second main gaming symbol, that is, the variable display of the first main gaming symbol and the second main gaming symbol. Regardless of which variable display is performed, the variable display of both the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol may be set to be executable in conjunction with it. However, in the time shortening game state (a state with a so-called electric support state), this is not the case, and for example, in the time shortening game state, a variation display of the first main game symbol and a variation of the second main game symbol It is possible to exemplify that, even when any of the displays is performed, the variable display of only one of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol can be executed in association with it.

Here, FIG. 21 and FIG. 22 (decorative symbol effect table 1, decorative symbol effect table 2) are decorative symbol effect table SM21ta-2 (decorative symbol effect table 1, in particular, part of the case where the hit / miss result is lost, And, it is an example of the decorative symbol effect table 2, particularly, a part of the case where the hit result is a big hit). In the drawings, the first decorative design may be simply described as the first mounting diagram and the second decorative design may be described as the second mounting design (the same applies hereinafter). As shown in the present example, in the present embodiment, the result of winning or rejecting the main game symbol (shown in the leftmost column, in this example, "miss" or "big hit") and decorative symbol (first decorative symbol) And the second variation of the decorative pattern) is shown in the second column on the left side, and in this example, only in the case of "pseudo continuous failure (total production time 30 seconds)" and "super reach (total production time 60 seconds)" Example) and the acquired random number value (a random number value acquired on the sub-main board SM side, and a part of the random number value is shown in the third column on the left), based on the decorative symbol effect contents (fourth column on the left) In the present example, "main effect A-1 (miss) pseudo rendition 1", "main effect B-1 (big hit) pseudo rendition", etc.) can be determined. When the decorative symbol effect content is determined, the "display update timing" and the "display update content" can be uniquely determined. For example, when the content of the decorative design = “A-1 (miss) pseudo-relation 1”, “display update timing” = “at the start of change (after 0 seconds)”, “display update content” = “appearance” Figure change start (all rows of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern) "is determined, and" display update timing "=" 12 seconds after the start of change "" display update content "=" first temporary suspension drawing display " (Left column), the second packaging is not displayed ”. Then, as will be described later, the “display update content” reaching the “display update timing” is the first decorative pattern according to the elapsed time related to the change time of the decorative pattern (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern). It will be sequentially executed for each of the second decorative pattern. That is, when "A-1 (miss) pseudo-relation 1" is determined, after all columns of the first decorative symbol and all columns of the second decorative symbol are variably displayed, "display update timing" = "variation start" By 12 seconds later, when the display control is performed so that all columns are hidden (the variable display is not displayed) for the first decorative symbol, the second decorative symbol is not displayed. , Display control is performed so that all columns are variably displayed (the manner in which variability is displayed can be visually recognized), and when "display update timing" = "12 seconds after the start of variation" is reached, the first decorative pattern As for the display control so that only the left column is stopped, the display control is performed so that all the columns are hidden (the variable display is not displayed) for the second decorative symbol. . Thus, the basic operation in the illustration of the present example, when the first decorative symbol is visible to the player (easy to recognize), the second decorative symbol is visible to the player. While invisible (difficult to see), while the first decorative pattern is invisible to the player (difficult to see), the second decorative pattern is visible to the player ( In order to ensure that the player is informed, that is, to notify the player that the symbol is changing, the second decorative symbol is configured to be displayed complementarily. In addition, the effect pattern (series of display contents) defined by "A-1 (miss) pseudo-run 1" is different from the effect pattern defined by the name of other decorative pattern effect contents (that is, the display contents are different). ) It is a supplementary note. Further, the range of random number values is "0 to 1023" in all the variation modes, and this figure excerpts a part of the random number range in the diagram variation mode (henceforth, corresponds to a certain diagram variation mode). Although the random number range of the acquired random number value and the random number range of the acquired random number value corresponding to the design variation mode different from the certain design variation mode are different from each other, they are both “0 to 1023”. Range).

  Here, in the present embodiment, the so-called pseudo continuous variation is configured to be executable, and specifically, the decorative symbol effect contents “A-1 (miss) pseudo rendition 1”, “A-2” in this example. (Loss) pseudo run 2 "," B-2 (big hit) pseudo run 2 ". For example, in the decorative symbol effect content "A-2 (miss) pseudo-ren 2", "display update timing" = "at the start of change (after 0 seconds)", "display update content" = "starting change of the drawing (No. 1 display pattern and all columns of the 2nd decoration pattern) "is executed, then" display update timing "=" 12 seconds after the start of fluctuation "," 13 seconds after the start of fluctuation ", and" 14 seconds after the start of fluctuation " Display update content ”=“ first packaging temporary stop display (left column) ”(first decoration pattern left column is a stop display),“ first packaging temporary stop display (right column) ”(first decoration pattern The right column is a stop display), "the first packaging special symbol temporary stop display" (the middle row of the first decorative symbol is a stop display at the "special symbol" described above) is sequentially executed. Then, after that, "display update timing" = "after 15 seconds from the start of fluctuation", "display update content" = "start of fluctuation of the first packaging (all rows)" (only the first decorative symbol is displayed again in all rows) After being executed, "display update timing" = "26 seconds after the start of fluctuation", "27 seconds after the start of fluctuation", and "28 seconds after the start of fluctuation" "display update content" = "first provisional figure temporary stop display ( (Left column) "(the left column of the first decorative pattern is a stop display)," 1st temporary design temporary stop display (right column) "(the right column of the first decorative pattern is a stop display)," first special design symbol " "Temporary stop display" (the middle display of the first decorative symbol is a stop display at the "special symbol" described above) is sequentially executed, so that for the player, during one variable display of the main game symbol, About 1 decorative design, it seems that the design change occurs more than once. And how the dynamic is being performed, how the "special symbols" are stopped and displayed, see an image view of FIG. 40).

Further, in the present embodiment, in the case where the first decorative symbol is not displayed (state in which the state of stop display / variable display is not displayed), and the middle row of the first decorative symbol is the above-mentioned “special symbol”. The second decorative design is variably displayed when it is temporarily stopped, and in other cases, the second decorative design is hidden. That is, if the player can visually recognize the first decorative symbol, or if it is possible to determine which symbol is stopped as the first decorative symbol, the second decorative symbol is hidden (the first decorative symbol). Only display, because there is no problem in the progress of the game), if the player cannot visually recognize the first decorative symbol, or if it is impossible to determine which symbol is stopped as the first decorative symbol (for example, When the "special symbol" is stopped and the numbers in the middle column (or all columns) cannot be identified}, the second decorative symbol is variably displayed, so that the player is always in either The decorative pattern (either the first decorative pattern or the second decorative pattern) can be visually recognized, and the progress of the game is easily grasped. Incidentally, in the present embodiment, the second decorative symbol is configured so that the "special symbol" does not stop temporarily, but this makes it difficult to grasp the progress of the game with respect to the first decorative symbol, but is entertaining to the production. Since the main purpose is to improve the game, the second decorative symbol that is provided to ensure that the progress of the game can be easily grasped is the "special symbol" (that is, if it is displayed on the activated line, a big hit This is because, although it does not mean, it is configured so as not to display symbols that may make it difficult to grasp the progress of the game, such as symbols that give advance notice that a big hit may occur. In the case of the above-mentioned "non-display" (including both the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern), a state in which variable display is performed at high speed (variable state in which afterimages are visible) may be included. In the case of the “display” (including both the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern), the state in which the variable display is displayed at low speed (in the case of a display mode that changes from top to bottom, slowly from the top And (temporary) variable state toward the scheduled stop position) may be included.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the second decorative symbol is configured so as not to be temporarily stopped during the change (also, the "special symbol" does not stop), but the present invention is not limited to this, and the second decorative symbol is also applicable. Similar to the first decorative pattern, it may be configured so that it can be temporarily stopped during the change (and a pseudo change can occur). That is, in the case of such a configuration, the operation contents of the variable display and the stop display (including the temporary stop) are substantially the same in all the rows of the first decorative symbol and all the rows of the second decorative symbol, and the stop display is performed. Different types of symbols will be configured.

  Further, regarding the second decorative symbol, it is not necessary to always display it during the variable display of the main game symbol, and the display condition and display mode of the second decorative symbol may be changed as appropriate. For example, (1) during the generation of a specific effect (instead of making the first decorative symbol invisible, an effect of reproducing a movie moving image by using the entire display area on the effect display device SG, or so-called effect A movable decorative accessory for use can move to a state in which the display area on the effect display device SG is covered), and a second decorative design is displayed. (2) At a specific reach effect (second time) 1 Instead of making the decorative pattern invisible, it is at the time of execution of the reach effect in which the jackpot expectation level remarkably rises, for example, forcibly suspending the display content of the effect performed on the effect display device SG. However, the second decorative pattern is displayed only when the so-called freeze reach effect is executed), and the second decorative pattern is hidden in other reach effects (especially, when the reach effect with a low jackpot expectation is executed). ) The appearance position of the second decorative symbol on the effect display device SG is changed according to the effect pattern (for example, the above-described effect movable accessory moves to a state of covering the display area on the effect display device SG). In the case of an effect, the effect is moved to a display area on the effect display device SG that is not covered by the movable accessory), and (4) the first decorative symbol can be moved / reduced / enlarged. On the other hand, with respect to the second decorative pattern, movement / reduction / enlargement display cannot be executed, or the probability that movement / reduction / enlargement display is executed, movement width, reduction ratio, enlargement ratio, etc. May be lower, or the like.

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flow chart of the first decorative symbol display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. If 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 packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, at step 2306, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2309, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 starts the first package variation time management timer SM21t-1, and proceeds to step 2310. Even if 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 packaging 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 2312, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms the timer value of the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1. Next, in step 2314, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the first decoration based on the first package variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the variation mode temporarily stored in the diagram display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether or not the variation start timing of the symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2314, in step 2316, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the variable display command of the first decorative symbol (transmitted to the sub-sub controller SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). ), And it transfers to step 2330.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2314, in step 2318, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 has the variation mode temporarily stored in the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Based on, it is determined whether or not the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) of the first decorative symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2318, in step 2320, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not it is the stop timing of the "special symbol" described above ( In this example, the "special symbol" is configured to be temporarily stopped only in the middle symbol). In the case of Yes in step 2320, in step 2322, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 is in the flag area of the temporary drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and the angel zone flag (for notifying that the jackpot expectation will be increased. The flag that triggers the display of the background image) is turned on, and the process proceeds to step 2324. On the other hand, if No in step 2320, the process moves to step 2324. Next, in step 2324, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a stop display command (temporary stop display command) of the first decorative symbol (transmitted to the sub-sub controller SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, the process proceeds to step 2330. In the present embodiment, the angel zone flag is turned on so that the “angel zone background” is displayed as the background effect. However, as the timing when the angel zone flag is turned on, for example, , (1) during the symbol fluctuations that the jackpot expectation is relatively high (for example, symbol fluctuations that reach), (2) when the symbol fluctuations related to the pending digestion are stopped before the symbol fluctuations where the jackpot expectation is high, Etc. In addition, as will be described later in detail, the "special symbol" that triggers the angel zone flag to be turned on may be temporarily stopped in the case of (1) described above, or in the case of (2) described above. It may be decided to stop.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2318, in step 2326, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and the reach effect display control means SM25) causes the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. (And the variation mode temporarily stored in the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b), it is determined whether or not the display timing of the notice image or the reach image has been reached. If Yes in step 2326, in step 2328, the notice effect display control unit SM24 (and the reach effect display control unit SM25) sets the image display command related to the notice image or the reach image (display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, it is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2330. Even if No in step 2326, the process proceeds to step 2330.

Next, in step 2330, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and the first decorative symbol is normally displayed (as described above, the player visually recognizes the first decorative symbol). It is a case where it is possible to determine which symbol is stopped as the first decorative symbol, and it is determined whether or not the second decorative symbol is hidden). In the case of Yes in step 2330, in step 2332, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 has the second symbol display flag (with respect to the second decorative symbol as a non-display state with respect to the second decorative symbol) in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b. A flag for switching between ON = OFF and display state = ON) is turned OFF, and the process proceeds to step 2336. On the other hand, if No in step 2330, in step 2334, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the second symbol display flag in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to step 2336. ..

  Next, in step 2336, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, main side information temporary storage means). Referring to SM11b, it is determined whether or not the information indicating that the main game symbol is stopped and displayed is received from the main control board M side). In the case of Yes in step 2336, in step 2338, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the stop display command (fixed display command) of the first decorative symbol (in the display command transmission control process of step 2999, the sub-sub control unit SS side). Sent to). Next, in step 2340, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero-clears) the first package variation time management timer SM21t-1. Next, in step 2342, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and shifts to the next processing (processing of step 2350). To do. Even if No in step 2310 or step 2336, the process moves to the next process (process in step 2350).

  In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM manages the timing related to the variable display of the first decorative symbol and the execution timing of the background effect by using the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1. Although configured, the management method of the timing related to the variation of the first decorative symbol and the execution timing of the background effect is not limited to this, and the temporary stop of the first decorative symbol is performed in the decorative symbol display content determination process of step 2200. Timing, notice image / reach image display timing, background effect display timing (display switching timing of background effect), etc. are all determined and transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS, and the sub-sub control unit SS follows the received content. The effect may be executed (displayed) at any timing (the same applies to the second decorative pattern).

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of a second decorative symbol display control process related to the subroutine of step 2350 in FIG. First, in step 2352, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the first symbol varying flag is on. If Yes in step 2352, in step 2354, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the second symbol display flag is on. . If Yes in step 2354, in step 2356, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the variable display execution command of the second decorative symbol (command for variably displaying the second decorative symbol) (display command transmission of step 2999). It is transmitted to the sub-sub controller SS side in the control processing), and the process proceeds to step 2360. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2354, in step 2358, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the variable display erasing command of the second decorative symbol (command for hiding the second decorative symbol) (step 2999). It is transmitted to the sub-sub controller SS side in the display command transmission control processing), and the process proceeds to step 2360.

Next, in step 2360, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, main side information temporary storage means). Referring to SM11b, it is determined whether or not the information indicating that the main game symbol is stopped and displayed is received from the main control board M side). In the case of Yes in step 2360, in step 2362, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the stop display command (fixed display command) of the second decorative symbol (sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Sent to). Next, in step 2364, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the second symbol display flag in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and goes to the next process (process of step 2400). Transition. Even if No in step 2352 or step 2360, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2400).

  Here, the lower part of the figure is an image diagram of the decorative symbol display area. As shown in the figure, the first decorative symbol, the second decorative symbol, and the hold display (the hold regarding the first main game symbol and the hold regarding the second main game symbol may be displayed at the same time) and the effect display device. It is configured so that it can be displayed on the SG, in the present embodiment, in the progress of the game, such as stop display of the first decorative symbol at the final display timing (timing at which the main game symbol is stopped and displayed), Since the first decorative design is the main decorative design, the first decorative design has higher visibility than the second decorative design (the displayed area is supposedly large). Further, in the present embodiment, the fluctuation start timing and fluctuation end timing (confirmed display timing) of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol are the same timing.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing related 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. If Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the special game start display instruction command is 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 game flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and the effect display device. Big hit start display is performed on the SG (display is made appropriately based on the type of big hit), and the process proceeds to step 2412. Even if No in step 2402, 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 that is sequentially transmitted from the main side (game performance and jackpot). It may be executed as needed based on the type).

  Next, in step 2413, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command for displaying an effect related to the special game being executed, based on the game state at the time of winning of the big hit being executed and the big hit symbols being stopped ( It is transmitted to the sub-sub controller SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999) (for example, in the case of a special game related to the latent probability variation big hit symbol, it is possible to shift to the probability variation game state after the end of the special game). The production is performed so that the player cannot recognize it). 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 displays a big hit end on the effect display device SG (displays appropriately based on the type of big hit). Next, in step 2418, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special game flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and shifts to the next processing (processing of step 2500). .. Even if No in step 2404 or step 2414, the process moves to the next process (process in step 2500).

Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the background effect control processing according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the angel zone flag is ON. If Yes in step 2502, step 25
At 04, the background effect display control means SM23 sets "angel zone background" (background effect that can be displayed upon temporary stop of "special symbol") as the background effect, and proceeds to step 2506. Next, 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 variation (part of the pseudo continuous variation) that triggered the transition to the “Angel Zone” has ended. Determine whether. If Yes in step 2506, in step 2508 the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the angel zone flag in the flag area of the temporary drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2509, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a predetermined background effect (for example, sets the background effect that was set before the “angel zone background” was set), and proceeds to step 2520. To do.

  On the other hand, in the case of No at step 2502, at step 2512, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the symbol variation display start instruction command is received from the main side. . If Yes in step 2512, in step 2514, a stage transition lottery to win with a predetermined probability (1/20 in this example) is executed (the stage transition lottery will be executed at the start of variation of each variation). . Next, in step 2516, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the lottery result of step 2514 and determines whether or not the stage transition lottery has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2516, in step 2518, the background effect display control means SM23 shifts to a predetermined stage transition pattern (for example, a flat stage stage → a space stage → a volcano stage → a flat stage stage in order to loop each stage. Based on), the background effect is set, and the process proceeds to step 2520. Even if the result of step 2506, step 2512, or step 2516 is No, the process proceeds to step 2520.

  Next, in step 2520, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command for displaying the set background effect on the effect display device SG (in the display command transmission control process of step 2999, to the sub-sub controller SS side). Then, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2999).

  With the above configuration, in the pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment, two types of decorative designs, the first decorative design and the second decorative design, are provided, and the first decorative design is not displayed (stopped). Display / variable display is not displayed), or in a situation where it is difficult to visually recognize, by configuring to display (variable display) the second decorative pattern, the player always displays one of the decorative patterns. A user-friendly gaming machine that can be visually recognized and can accurately determine whether or not a stopped symbol or a big hit symbol is stopped can be provided.

(First modification from the present embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment, when the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed, the temporary stop symbol in the middle row is always the "special symbol", and during the variable display of the first decorative symbol, it is always the first symbol. Although the two decorative designs are configured to be hidden, the display control method of the decorative designs is not limited to this. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as a modified example 1 from the present embodiment, and only the modified points from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

First, FIG. 27 and FIG. 28 (decorative design effect table 3, decorative design effect table 4) are a decorative design effect table SM21ta-2 (decorative design effect table 3, in particular, a part of the case where the hit / miss result is lost, and , A decorative symbol production table 4, and in particular, a part of the case where the hit / miss result is a big hit). The changes from the present embodiment will be described in detail with respect to the first decorative pattern. In the first modification from the present embodiment, the first decorative pattern is configured to be displayed even during the change. Also, for example, at the time of pseudo continuous variation such as "A-6 (miss) pseudo run 2 (specific result)", at a temporary stop timing of the middle symbol, a specific result other than the "special symbol" is stopped. It is configured to do. Here, unlike the "special pattern", the specific result is that all columns (left column, middle column, right column) are stopped by numbers, but they are stop patterns that follow a certain rule. (For example, the order is “345” or the like), and is configured to notify the player that the pseudo continuous variation is being executed when the specific result is stopped. Further, in the modified example 1 from the present embodiment, when the pseudo continuous variation is executed, in the case of a loss, the specific result is easier to stop than the "special symbol" at the temporary stop timing in the middle row. On the other hand, in the case of a big hit, at the temporary stop timing in the middle row, the "special symbol" is easier to stop than the specific result, that is, the "special symbol" is more than when the specific result is stopped. The expectation that the jackpot will be a big hit is higher when the stop. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to this, and there is no problem even if the expectation of a big hit is higher when the specific result is stopped than when the "special symbol" is stopped. Further, when the pseudo variation is executed in the pseudo continuous variation, all the symbols are re-varied, that is, the three symbols are re-varied after the three symbols are temporarily stopped, but in such a case, , "Special symbol" is temporarily stopped in the middle row, and then, when the middle row is changed again, the decorative pattern in the middle row at the start of the re-change is not "special pattern" {for example, "6 ★ 7""(★ = special symbol), if temporarily stopped, it will change again in the state of" 667 "(the middle symbol is preferably the symbol of the right symbol or the left symbol" ± 1 ")} It may be configured as follows.

  Next, the changes from the present embodiment will be described in detail regarding the second decorative pattern. In the first modification from the present embodiment, the second decorative symbol is configured to be always displayed during the change of the main game symbol. In the case of reach, the second decorative symbol is also temporarily stopped at the temporary stop timing of the first decorative symbol, and the second decorative symbol is also confirmed and displayed at the fixed display timing of the first decorative symbol. (The same symbol is stopped and displayed in the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol). Incidentally, the variable display mode of the second decorative symbol is not limited to this, and for example, the first decorative symbol can be visually recognized, and the player can easily grasp the game progress situation by visually recognizing the first decorative symbol. In the case of, the second decorative symbol is hidden, that is, during the variable display of the first decorative symbol, the left row and the right column are temporarily stopped, and the specific result is stopped at the temporary stop timing of the middle row. When it is in the middle, the second decorative symbol is hidden, while when the "special symbol" is stopped at the temporary stop timing in the middle row, the second decorative symbol is variably displayed (or temporarily). It may be configured such that it is a stop display). Further, in accordance with the stop and temporary stop of the first decorative symbol, all the second decorative symbols may be stopped and temporarily stopped. Further, the second decorative design may be constantly displayed regardless of the changing condition of the first decorative design, and the second decorative design may also be fixedly stopped only when the first decorative design is fixedly stopped.

  With the above-described configuration, in the gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment, the specific outcome can be temporarily stopped at the temporary stop timing in the middle row, so that the pseudo continuous variation can be achieved. A plurality of types of stop modes at the time of temporary stop at the time of execution can be provided, and the player can pay attention to which stop mode is by differentiating the expectation of a big hit depending on the stop mode. Therefore, the interest of the game will be enhanced.

  In the first modification from the present embodiment, the first decorative symbol is variably displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The first decorative symbol may be displayed during execution of a particular effect such as reach effect. May not be variably displayed (hidden), or only a specific column (for example, middle column) may be hidden.

In addition, in the modified example 1 from the present embodiment, the specific result (or "special symbol") is configured to be temporarily stopped at the temporary stop timing in the middle row, but the specific result (or "special symbol") ) May be changed in the left column and the right column. For example, (1) the left column and the right column are the same number, and the middle column is ± 1 of the same number. (For example, "4/5/4" or "special symbol" is arranged at position 5 in the middle row)), (2) In the same stop mode as the lost eye that is not a specific hit However, it is notified by a change of sound or color that it is a specific result, (3) Temporary stop at all columns simultaneously, (4) Number of left column and / or right column at temporary stop timing of middle column Changed, (5) If the decorative patterns in the left and right columns are numbers that are more than “2” apart, the decorative pattern in the middle column is left And / or right columns and the case was temporarily stopped at a loss in the "2" or more away from the numbers, it may be used as such. In addition, the appearance condition of the specific appearance may be changed, for example, it is likely to appear when the temporary stop symbols (numbers) in the left column and the right column are the same (or appear only when they are the same). As such, it may be configured to be different from the appearance condition of the "special symbol". In addition, when the "special design" (or specified result) appears after the reach, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the "special design" (or specified result) appears when the reach is not reached, or, After that, it is highly possible that the "special symbol" will be temporarily stopped again during the change of the symbol (for example, "7 ★ 7" has a higher jackpot expectation than "7 ★ 8" (★ = special symbol), Alternatively, there is a high possibility that temporary stop will occur again}.

(Modification 2 from the present embodiment)
Here, although the configuration of the display mode of the first decorative symbol at the time of pseudo continuous variation is given in the present embodiment and the modification example 1 from the present exemplary embodiment, of the first decorative symbol at the time of pseudo continuous variation other than the configuration. With the configuration of the display mode, it is possible to create new playability. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as Modification 2 of the present embodiment, and only the changes from Modification 1 of the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 29 and FIG. 30 (decorative design effect table 5, decorative design effect table 6) are a decorative design effect table SM21ta-2 (decorative design effect table 5, in particular, a part of the case where the hit / miss result is lost, and , A decorative symbol effect table 6, in particular, a part of the case where the hit / miss result is a big hit). The changes from the first modification from the present embodiment will first be described in detail with respect to the first decorative pattern. In the modified example 2 from the present embodiment, the first decorative symbol is displayed during the variation, and the "special symbol" that can be stopped at the temporary stop timing of the middle row in the pseudo continuous variation is "special symbol A" and "special symbol A". There are two types of special symbols "B". Here, the "special symbol A" is configured so that it can be temporarily stopped from the temporary stop timing of the first middle row in the pseudo continuous variation (after that timing), while the "special symbol B" is the pseudo continuous. It is configured such that the temporary stop can be performed from the second temporary stop timing of the middle row in the fluctuation. Further, the specific result is configured to be temporarily stopped from the temporary stop timing of the first middle row in the pseudo continuous variation (and after that timing). That is, at the temporary stop timing of the first middle row in the pseudo continuous fluctuation, as the stop mode, two kinds of "special symbol A" and the specific appearance can be temporarily stopped, while the second middle row in the pseudo continuous fluctuation. At the temporary stop timing of, as a stop mode, three types of "special symbol A", "special symbol B" and a specific appearance can be temporarily stopped, and the first middle row in the pseudo continuous variation is configured. The number of types of stop modes that can be stopped is greater at the second temporary stop timing in the middle row in the pseudo continuous variation than at the temporary stop timing. As described above, in the temporary stop timing in the middle row of the pseudo continuous variation, the kinds of stop modes may be increased as the temporary stop timing in the latter half is increased, or the kinds of stop modes may be increased as the temporary stop timing in the latter half is increased. May be reduced. Further, in the case of a configuration in which the types of stop modes increase as the provisional stop timing in the latter half increases, a stop mode with a high expectation that the change will be a big hit as a type of selection candidate each time a pseudo change is executed It may be configured to be newly added, and by such a configuration, the player pays attention each time the pseudo variation is executed. In the case of a configuration in which the number of types of stop modes decreases as the provisional stop timing in the latter half becomes smaller, a stop mode in which the variation is a big hit as a selection candidate type each time a pseudo-variation is executed is low. It may be configured to be deleted, and by such a configuration, it is possible to secure the degree of expectation that the fluctuation will be a big hit each time the pseudo fluctuation is executed. The second decorative pattern has the same configuration as that of the first modification from the present embodiment, and the description thereof will be omitted.

  With the above configuration, in the gaming machine according to the second modification from the present embodiment, the temporary stop timing of the middle row in the pseudo continuous variation can be temporarily stopped as the temporary stop timing becomes the latter half. By configuring so that the number of stop modes is increased, the player pays attention to the number of times the middle row is temporarily stopped and the stop mode at the time of temporary stop, and the interest of the game is enhanced.

(Modification 3 from the present embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment, two types of decorative designs, a first decorative design and a second decorative design, are provided, and the first decorative design is not displayed (stopped display / variable display is not displayed). State), or in a situation where it is difficult to visually recognize, the second decorative design is displayed (variable display), but the configuration using the second decorative design is not limited to the configuration of the present embodiment. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as Modification 3 of the present embodiment, and only the changes from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 18 in the third modification from the present embodiment. The changes from the present embodiment are Step 2232 (Mod 3) to Step 2236 (Mod 3), Step 2900 (Mod 3), Step 2246 (Mod 3) and Step 2248 (Mod 3), that is, Step 2204. Then, after turning off the symbol content determination permission flag, in step 2232 (variant 3), the packaging display content determination means SM21n refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and the current game state is the probability variation game state. Or not. In the case of Yes in step 2232 (variant 3), in step 2234 (variant 3), the package drawing display content determination means SM21n changes the display mode of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol to the probability variable display mode (in the probability variation game state). The display pattern of the decorative pattern to be displayed in (1) is determined, and the process proceeds to step 2900 (variant 3). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2232 (variant 3), in step 2236 (variant 3), the design drawing display content deciding means SM21n changes the display mode of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol to the uncertain variation display mode ( The display pattern of the decorative pattern to be displayed during the non-probability variation game state) is determined, and the process proceeds to step 2900 (variant 3). Thus, in the third modification from the present embodiment, the display modes of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol are configured to be different depending on whether or not they are in the probability variation game state, and the first decorative symbol. When the display mode of the symbol changes (for example, when transitioning from the non-probability variation game state to the probability variation game state), the display mode of the second decorative symbol is also changed along with the change. In addition, the display mode of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol is not limited to the configuration that is different only depending on whether or not the probability variation game state, for example, whether or not the time reduction game state, the background It may be configured to be different depending on which production (production stage) is and the like.

  Next, in step 2900 (variant 3), the design drawing display content determination means SM21n executes a design stop symbol determination process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2246 (variant 3), the packaging display content determination means SM21n determines the variation mode of the first decorative symbol based on the information regarding the variation mode of the main game symbol. Next, in step 2248 (variant 3), the package drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the variation mode of the second decorative symbol based on the information regarding the variation mode of the main game symbol, and proceeds to step 2216.

Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the designing stop symbol determination process according to the subroutine of step 2900 (variant 3) in FIG. 31 in the third modification from the present embodiment. First, in step 2902, the packaging display content determination means SM21n refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol relating to the symbol variation is a jackpot symbol. If Yes in step 2902, in step 2904, the packaging display content determination means SM21n refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and the number of rounds executed in the special game related to the big hit symbol is the maximum number of rounds ( In this example, it is determined whether it is 16R). In the case of Yes in step 2904, in step 2906, the packaging display content determination means SM21n arranges the three stop symbols of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol as “white” symbols (for example, “777”) and Decide on one of the three "black" designs (eg, "444") (three "white" designs will be selected Total allocation ratio and three "black" designs Is 1: 1 with the total distribution ratio that is selected), and the process proceeds to the next process {process of step 2246 (variant 3)}. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2904, in step 2908, the packaging display content determination means SM21n arranges three stop symbols of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol of “black” symbol (for example, “444”). One of the above is determined and the process proceeds to the next process {process of step 2246 (variant 3)}. Thus, in the modified example 3 from the present embodiment, three sets of “white” symbols (for example, “777”) are the maximum number of rounds (16R in this example) in the case of a special game. It can be stopped only, that is, when the set of three white symbols is stopped, it is determined that the special game of the maximum number of rounds (16R in this example) will be executed definitely ( It may be a relatively high profit for the player rather than a set of three "black" symbols).

  On the other hand, if No in step 2902, in step 2910 the packaging display content determination means SM1n determines the stop symbol of the first decorative symbol based on the information regarding the stop symbol of the main game symbol. Next, in step 2912, the design drawing display content deciding means SM21n sets the stop symbol of the second decorative symbol to a predetermined missing symbol (in this example, "345", and the stop symbol of the second decorative symbol is only one pattern). Is set) and the process proceeds to the next process {process of step 2246 (variant 3)}. The type of the stop symbol of the second decorative symbol does not have to be only one pattern, but it is desirable that it is smaller than the type of the stop symbol of the first decorative symbol. In addition, the stop design at the time of losing the second decorative design is a predetermined loss design (in this example, "345"), whereas the stopping design at the time of losing the first decorative design is selected from a plurality of candidates. (For example, it is randomly selected from 300 kinds of stopped symbol candidates), so the frequency of the predetermined lost symbol at the time of losing is higher in the second decorative symbol than in the first decorative symbol ( As a stop design of the first decorative design, a predetermined lost design may not stop). In addition, for all the lost symbols (for example, only one pattern of "375") of the second decorative symbol that can be stopped, when three identical symbols are lined up, it is the highest for the player in any gaming state. It may be configured such that at least one symbol (eg, “7” symbol) that is profitable is included (for example, “375” and “276” may be stopped).

Next, FIG. 33 is an image diagram relating to the display mode of the decorative pattern in the third modification from the present embodiment. As shown in the same figure, in the modification 3 from the present embodiment, in the case where the gaming state is the non-stochastic variation gaming state and the probability variation gaming state, the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol The display mode (in this example, the display color and the display attributes such as the color arrangement pattern, the shape, and the size) can be different. Specifically, in the non-probability variation game state, only the "7" symbol is displayed as "white" together with the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol, and all symbols other than "7" are " While it is configured to be displayed in "black" (becomes a non-probable variation display mode), in the probability variation game state, "3" symbol and "7" together with the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol The symbols are displayed in "white", and the symbols other than "3" and "7" are all displayed in "black". That is, along with the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol, the "3" symbol is configured so that the display mode may be different depending on the game state (it becomes the probability variation display mode). The condition that the display mode is different is not limited to whether it is the probability variation game state, but may be whether it is the time shortening game state, or different depending on which background effect (effect stage) is being executed. It may be configured to be able to. In the third modification from the present embodiment, the symbol whose display attribute can be changed depending on whether or not it is the probability variation game state is a “3” symbol, but the “3” symbol is described above. It is included in the combination of the predetermined lost symbols (in this example, "345") that the second decorative symbol will be stopped when lost (in the left column, it becomes the stopped symbol), and in the non-stochastic variation game state. , While the stop symbols of the second decorative symbol at the time of losing are all displayed in "black", in the probability fluctuation game state, the stop symbol of the second decorative symbol at the time of losing is "white" from the left column. , "Black", and "black".

  Next, FIG. 34 and FIG. 35 (decorative symbol effect table 7, decorative symbol effect table 8) are the decorative symbol effect table SM21ta-2 (decorative symbol effect table 7, in particular, a part of the case where the hit / miss result is lost, And, it is an example of the decorative symbol effect table 8, particularly a part of the case where the hit / miss result is a big hit. The change from the present embodiment is that the item of the decorative pattern type is the display update type, and three items of “first decorative pattern”, “second decorative pattern” and “transmissive liquid crystal” are provided. In the modified example 3 from the present embodiment, the transparent effect in which the J display area SG10 of the effect display device SG is transparent is configured to be executable, and the first decoration is performed during the period in which the transparent effect is executed. Although the design is hidden, the second decorative design is displayed (see "33 seconds" of display update timing).

  Next, FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 18 in Modification 3 of the present embodiment. The changes from the present embodiment are step 2327-1 (variant 3) and step 2327-2 (variant 3), that is, when the notice image or reach image display timing is reached in step 2326, step 2327- 1 (variation 3), the notice effect display control means SM24, based on the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the change mode temporarily stored in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, the transparent effect (effect). It is determined whether or not it is the execution timing of the effect (the effect that the display area SG10 of the display device SG is transparent). If Yes in step 2327-1 (variant 3), in step 2327-2 (variant 3), the notice effect display control means SM24 sets the image display command relating to the transparent effect (in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, the data is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2336. On the other hand, if No in step 2327-1 (variant 3), the process moves to step 2328. In addition, when the transparent effect is executed, the display area SG10 of the effect display device SG is transparent, and the state in which the accessory in the effect display device SG is driven can be visually recognized, and the first decorative pattern is also included. Is erased (becomes non-display), and the second decorative symbol is continuously displayed by the second decorative symbol display device in the effect display device SG (details will be described later). Further, in the modified example 3 from the present embodiment, a hold number display area is provided adjacent to the display of the second decorative symbol of the effect display device SG (to the right when viewed from the player). With this configuration, the player can visually check the number of holdings even during the execution of the transparent effect.

  Next, FIG. 37 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. 18 in Modification 3 of the present embodiment. The change from this embodiment is step 2410 (variant 3), that is, after setting the command related to the big hit display in step 2408 or when the special game flag is on, step 2410 ( In the strange 3), the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command to continuously display the second decorative symbol from the stop of the big hit symbol relating to the special game (for example, "777" continues to stop) (step). In the display command transmission control processing of 2999, it is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2412. In this way, in the modified example 3 from the present embodiment, the second decorative symbol is displayed even during the execution of the special game, and the player can select which decorative symbol (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol). It is possible to determine whether the special game is being executed even during the special game is being executed.

Next, FIG. 38 is an image diagram relating to the configuration of the effect display device in the third modification from the present embodiment. First, as shown in the conceptual perspective view and conceptual top view of the effect display device, the second decorative symbol display device is provided on the back side (seen by the player) from the display area SG10, and the device emits light ( The light is output in the direction of the display area SG10), whereby the second decorative symbol and the number of reserved display areas are displayed in the display area SG10. Moreover, although the effect can be displayed in the display area SG10 by outputting light from the light source, the effect is not displayed in the area of the display area SG10 adjacent to the second decorative symbol display device, and The display of the second decorative symbol and the number-of-holding display area by the two decorative symbol display device is configured to be visible to the player. Further, when the transparent effect is executed, the effect in the display area SG10 is not displayed, and the accessory inside the effect display device SG is visible. Since the effect display on the second decorative symbol display device is being executed even while the transparent effect is being executed, it is visible to the player. With such a configuration, even in the situation where the transparent effect is being executed, the player can recognize the changing state of the decorative symbol and the number of holdings by visually confirming the effect display on the second decorative symbol display device. Become. The display of the number of holdings may be different from the type of holding displayed depending on the game state (for example, the first main game holding number is displayed in the non-time-reduced game state, and in the time-reduced game state, The second main game hold number is displayed), the first main game hold number and the second main game hold number may be always displayed, or the total of the first main game hold number and the second main game hold number. It may be configured to display the number of reservations. The configuration for displaying the effect on the display area SG10 is not limited to this, and it is sufficient that the display area SG10 is configured to be switched between the transmissive state and the non-transmissive state. For example, the position of the light source is changed. (For example, light is output obliquely from the rear of the display area), or a light guide plate (a transmissive plate-like member that vertically scatters light emitted from a light-emitting element incident from the side surface) is used. It may be a display area (so-called edge light type) for displaying via the display area, a display area made of organic EL, or the like. As a configuration example using the light guide plate, when viewed from the player side, "transmissive liquid crystal (liquid crystal shutter)", "light guide plate {placed close to the transmissive liquid crystal (about 5 mm) (about 5 mm). A light source A for distributing light to the light guide plate is arranged in the vicinity of the outer periphery of the light source plate} "," Light source B that constantly outputs light to the lower left of the display area SG10 "," feature "," role " When a transparent effect is executed by arranging in order of "light source C for highlighting an object to show to the player" (when it is desired to emphasize a role object to show to the player), the output of the light source A is turned off (light source). The output of A may be reduced compared to when the transparent effect is not executed), the outputs of the light source B and the light source C are turned on, and the transparent effect is not executed (I do not want to show the character to the player, and When the player wants to show the effect in the display area SG10), the light source A and ON the output of the source B, and outputs the OFF of the light source C (output of the light source C also may as an output lower than the transmissive demonstration execution) may be configured to. Further, the display of the second decorative symbol and the number-of-holds display area is not limited to the configuration of this example, and for example, the second decorative symbol display device emits light (light is output in the direction of the display area SG10). In the display area SG10, it is possible to display the second decorative symbol and the number-of-holding display area by a mechanism similar to that in which the effect is displayed by outputting light from the light source toward the display area SG10, that is, By the second decorative symbol display device replacing the light source, even if the light source does not output light due to the transmission effect, the second decorative symbol display device always outputs light, 2 The decorative pattern and the display of the number-of-holds display area may be configured to be visible at all times (the light guide plate is used to prevent transmission of the transmissive liquid crystal).

Next, FIG. 39 is a transparent effect execution image diagram in the third modification from the present embodiment. In this example, in the normal game state (non-stochastic variation game state and non-time shortening game state), pseudo continuous variation will be executed twice (variation of pseudo continuous 2), one symbol variation is executed. The case is illustrated. First, the variation of a certain decorative pattern (first decorative pattern and second decorative pattern) is started, and then the special symbol is temporarily stopped as the first middle row temporary stop symbol. After that, the variation of certain decorative symbols (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol) is started again, and then the special symbol is temporarily stopped again as the second middle row temporary stop symbol. After that, the variation of a certain decorative pattern (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern) is started again, the display area SG10 is in the transparent state due to the execution of the transparent effect, and the inside of the display area SG10 (game) A player can see the driving state of the accessory in (from the player's point of view). After that, the transparent effect ends (the display area SG10 is in a non-transparent state), the accessory in the back of the display area SG10 (as viewed by the player) becomes invisible, and the variable display of the first decorative symbol is displayed again. It becomes visible (displayed). After that, in the case of losing, the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern stop at the missing pattern {the second decorative pattern stops at a predetermined missing pattern ("345"), and the first decorative pattern It is a combination of stop symbols that can be different from the lost symbol (“787”)}. In the case of a big hit, the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern stop at the big hit pattern {the big hit pattern of the first decorative pattern and the big hit pattern of the second decorative pattern are the same combination of stop symbols. Have become}. After that, the special game is executed, and even during the execution of the special game, the second decorative symbol continues to be stopped and displayed in the same big hit pattern as at the start of the special game. It should be noted that, even during the execution of the special game, the transparent effect may be executed (the display area SG10 may be in the transparent state), and for example, an effect of informing whether or not the probability variation game state is reached after the end of the special game. By configuring so that the transparent effect can be executed immediately before the execution, the player can increase the expectation of shifting to the probability variation game state after the end of the special game by visually recognizing the transparent effect. Even if the transparent effect is executed during the execution of the special game, the display of the second decorative symbol and the number-of-holds display area is maintained (because it is visible), so that the progress of the game is not hindered. It is configured as follows. As a display example of the decorative pattern during the special game, for example, during the special game, in order to notify the player of which three decorative patterns have become a big hit, only one of the arranged symbols is displayed. (For example, when it is a big hit with "777", "7" is displayed), and when the transparent effect is executed, the display of the aligned symbols becomes invisible, so that the aligned symbols are presented to the player. In order to be able to recognize, it may be configured to maintain the display of the second decorative symbol and the number-of-holding display area even during the special game.

  With the above configuration, in the gaming machine according to the modified example 3 of the present embodiment, the display area SG10 of the effect display device SG is in the transparent state, and the accessory in the effect display device SG is visible. The effect is configured to be executable, and since the effect display in the second decorative symbol display device is being executed even if the first decorative symbol is hidden during the execution of the transparent effect, the player uses the second decorative symbol. By visually confirming the effect display on the display device, it is possible to recognize the variation status of the decorative pattern and the number of holdings, and it is possible to make the gaming machine more user-friendly. Further, the distribution ratio of game state transitions after the end of the special game related to the entry into the first main game start opening A10 and the distribution of game state transitions after the completion of the special game related to the entry into the second main game start opening B10. While changing the rate, the display attribute of the decorative design (the first decorative design and the second decorative design) can be differentiated depending on whether or not it is a probability variation game state, and it is possible to inform or inform the player that it is a high profit. By differentiating the number of types of symbols, the game ball enters the second main game starting port B10 rather than the non-probability variation game state in which the game ball enters the first main game starting port A10 and the game proceeds. Probability fluctuation game state that will enter the ball and proceed with the game, the number of types of display attributes of the big hit symbol that will make the transition to the probability fluctuation game state definite after the special game will be more, Whether the game state is high profit for the player And thus it can be properly suggest or notifiable configured for player.

  Further, in the third modified example from the present embodiment, the current game state and the effect display mode (background effect, etc.) are supported regardless of whether the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol changes. The decorative design of the display attribute is variably displayed, and the decorative design corresponding to the variation of the first main game design and the decorative design corresponding to the variation of the second main game design are common display (and display attribute). (The first main game symbol and the second main game symbol are not differentiating the display attribute and the display area of the decorative symbol).

(Second embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment, two types of decorative symbols, a first decorative symbol and a second decorative symbol, are provided so that the result of the symbol variation can be accurately recognized, but the configuration is prefetch lottery. Can also be applied to a configuration in which is enabled. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as a second embodiment, and only differences from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

First, FIG. 40 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. 5 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 1322 (second) to step 1344 (second), the purpose of which is to set variation mode random number delimiter information, which is information to be referred when determining the prefetch effect content. That is, the first main game content determination random number is stored in step 1308, and in step 1322 (second), the hold control means MJ30 causes the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b to store a flag. By referring to the area, it is determined whether or not the special game execution flag is off. If Yes in step 1322 (second), in step 1324 (second), the hold control means MJ30 determines whether the main game shortened flag in the flag area of the specific game-related information temporary storage means MB30b is off. To determine. In the case of Yes in step 1324 (second), in step 1326 (second), the hold control means MJ30, based on the hold information (win / win lottery random number and symbol determination random number), the win / fail result related to the stored hold and the stop symbol. Is determined in advance. Next, in step 1328 (second), the hold control unit MJ30, the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM, a command relating to the newly generated hold success / failure result and stop symbol information. To the sub main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1999).

  Next, in step 1330 (second), the hold control unit MJ30 predetermines the stored change-mode random number delimiter information and change-mode group relating to the hold based on the hold information (random number for change-mode determination) (change). For the mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group, see the main game table 3 in FIGS. 41 and 42). In the second embodiment, one variation mode group is configured to include a plurality of types of variation modes (variation times). Next, in step 1332 (second), the hold control means MJ30 sub-commands a command related to a new hold generation (a command to generate a hold of the first main game content determination random number, a command related to variation mode random number delimiter information, etc.) It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the main control unit SM (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. When the symbol information is configured to be transmitted to the sub side as in the second embodiment, an effect suggesting a big hit may be executed as an effect to be executed on the sub side. In such a case, It is desirable that the player can be notified of the stop symbol of the main game symbol which is the big hit (only when the stop symbol of the main game symbol is the big symbol, the stop symbol is notified). Also, in the case of No in step 1322 (second) or step 1324 (second), the process proceeds to step 1312.

  In this way, in the second embodiment, the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode when the main game content determination random number (the first main game content determination random number or the second main game content determination random number) is acquired (or when the hold occurs) It is configured to determine a group.

  The main game content determination random number information, the winning / discarding random number segment information, the variation mode random number segment information, and the variation mode group information may be transmitted to the sub side at the timing when the suspension occurs. The information to be transmitted to, is not limited to this, information related to the stop symbol of the main game symbol, information related to the profit mode of the main game symbol that is a big hit (the number of special game rounds related to the main game symbol scheduled to be stopped, etc.) ), The number of holdings immediately after the holding winning (only the number of holdings on the winning side of the first main gaming side or the second main gaming side, or the number of holdings of both the first main gaming side and the second main gaming side) May be configured so as to be able to transmit information related to, etc. {The winning / discarding random number segment information is each gaming state on the first main gaming side (second main gaming side) and a random number value (or random number value range). And the winning / absence lottery results are linked into groups. It is one of the random number division information, for example, whether it is a probability variation game state or a non-stochastic variation game state, a loss, whether it is a probability variation game state or a non-probability variation game state. If it is a variation game state, it is a hit, but if it is a non-stochastic variation game state, it is possible to list groups such as losing.}.

Next, in step 1318, after storing the second main game content determination random number, step 1334
At (second), the hold control means MJ30 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1334 (second), in step 1338 (second), the hold control means MJ30, based on the hold information (random number lottery random number and symbol determination random number), the hit result and the stop symbol related to the stored hold. Is determined in advance. Next, in step 1340 (second), the hold control unit MJ30, the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub main control unit SM, the command relating to the newly generated hold success / failure result and the stop symbol information. To the sub main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1999).

  Next, in step 1342 (second), the hold control unit MJ30 pre-determines the stored change-mode random number delimiter information and change-mode group based on the hold information (change-mode determination random number) (change). For the mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group, see the main game table 3 in FIGS. 32 and 33). Next, in step 1344 (second), the hold control means MJ30 sub-commands a command related to a new hold occurrence It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the main control unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process of step 1999), and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1400). .

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1334 (second), in step 1336 (second), the hold control means MJ30 has the main game shortened flag in the flag area of the specific game-related information temporary storage means MB30b turned off. It is determined whether or not. If Yes in step 1336 (second), the process moves to the next process (process of step 1400). On the other hand, if No in step 1336 (second), the process proceeds to step 1338 (second).

  Although the storage of the first main game content determination random number and the storage of the second main game content determination random number are executed in steps 1308 and 1318, the main game content determination random number is stored in the storage area of the RAM of the main control board. In the case of storing, a dedicated storage area is secured, and only the information related to the "main game content determination random number" is stored in the byte that stores the information related to the main game content determination random number (various timers). It is preferable to configure so as not to store other information such as a value (when operating another data stored in the same 1 byte, information relating to the main game content determination random number is rewritten due to noise or the like. To prevent it from getting lost). Further, for the winning / winning lottery random number, a change in the gaming state (from the already-recorded pending gaming state before the winning / winning lottery related to the winning / winning lottery random number is acquired after the winning / winning lottery random number is acquired. Not only the change but also the change in the game state may occur due to the newly generated hold, so the game state at the time of executing the win / loss lot related to the lottery random number may be unpredictable), so the win / loss lot The lottery random number is stored until the process is executed. Incidentally, in the second embodiment, the command to the sub-main control unit SM relating to the information on the hold can be transmitted only in the non-time shortening game state at the time of the hold occurrence relating to the first main game, while the time shortening game state. In the above, it is configured so that it can be transmitted only when the hold related to the second main game occurs, but regardless of which game state, whether it is the hold related to the first main game or the hold related to the second main game. Instead, the command may be transmitted, and in such a case, the sub-main control unit SM may be configured to determine whether to use the received command. In addition, a specific example of the command relating to the hit / fail result information transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM is “D000H: miss, D001H: miss if low accuracy, hit if high accuracy, D002H: hit at both low accuracy and high accuracy”. Yes, a specific example of the command relating to the stop symbol information transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM is "D100H: per 16R probability change, D101H: 16R non-probability change, D102H: 2R probability change", to the sub-main control unit SM. A specific example of the command relating to the variation random number delimiter information to be transmitted is "D200H: delimiter 1, D201H: delimiter 2, D202H: delimiter 3".

  Next, FIG. 41 and FIG. 42 (main game table 3) are the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B) in the second embodiment. Is an example. The difference from the present embodiment is that the variation mode group and the variation mode random number delimiter information are provided, that is, in the second embodiment, the variation mode for a certain random number value (or random number value range). The random number delimiter information is configured to be determined, and the number of variation mode groups (the number of random numbers separated) and the variation time and the range of random number values of the variation mode groups are different (for example, depending on the game state and the result of the lottery). , Even if the same group 1, the range of random number values may be different), by transmitting the variation mode random number delimiter information to the sub side, the variation mode group according to these gaming states It is configured so that it can be derived at. That is, when the game state transitions between the occurrence of the hold and the digestion of the hold, the variation mode group scheduled when the hold occurs and the variation mode group executed when the hold is exhausted may differ. (For example, the variation mode group was planned to be group 1 because it was in the non-time reduction game state when the hold occurred, but the actual variation mode group was group 2 because it was in the time reduction game state when the hold was exhausted. However, regarding the variation mode random number delimiter information to which a common variation mode group is assigned over all the game states, when the sub side receives the variation mode random number delimiter information (the subsequent gaming state It is possible to normally execute the so-called hold-ahead look-ahead effect (without considering the transition). Further, the variation mode random number division information in FIGS. 32 and 33 is a variation on the first main game side or a variation on the second main game side, whether the winning / winning lottery result is a hit or a loss, a game. Although it is configured to form different variation mode random number division information depending on whether the state is the time-reduced game state or the non-time-reduced game state, the present invention is not limited to this, and is the variation on the first main game side? One variation mode random number division including variation on the second main game side, whether the winning / winning lottery result is a win or loss, and whether the gaming state is a time-reduced game state or a non-time-reduced game state It may be configured to form information. Also, in order to cause the second main game hold during the change of the first main game symbol in the time shortening game state which is an irregular symbol change, the first main game symbol relating to the loss of the time shortening game state concerned The contents of the variation mode determination table may be configured such that the variation mode for a short time is not selected regardless of the number of holdings (for example, the variation time is all 5 seconds or more). Incidentally, the number of holdings shown in the figure is not the total number of the first main game holding and the second main game holding, but in the case of the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A, the first main It is the game holding number, and in the case of the second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B, the second main game holding number.

Next, FIG. 43 is a main flowchart on the sub-control board S side (particularly on the sub-main control unit SM side) in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 2003 (second), that is, after performing the initial processing in step 2002, in step 2003 (second), the sub-main control unit SM sets the main side (main) Based on the information received from the control board M side, the number of holdings (for example, the drawing holding counter value) is restored. Note that the information related to the effect being executed and the prefetch effect is not restored (and the information related to the pending content is not retransmitted from the main side), and the "Preparing" screen is displayed until the start of the next change. . By configuring in this way, if the power interruption occurs when the background effect is "Angel Zone Background", which will be described later, the information stored in the sub side will be lost, so After the return, the information indicating that the trigger is on hold does not remain, and the background effect is changed from the “angel background” to another background effect (a background effect such as a flatland stage described later). As a result, when there is a discrepancy between the hold information stored on the main side and the hold information stored on the sub side due to power failure (for example, due to noise at power failure or recovery from power failure). Also, it is possible to avoid the situation where the main side is changing the low expectation while the sub side executes the high expectation zone effect. Note that the process after restoration of the power interruption is not limited to this, and even after the restoration of the power interruption, the information indicating that the trigger is held stored just before the occurrence of the power interruption is restored as a background effect. It may be configured to maintain the “angel zone background”. In such a configuration, for example, a sub area is provided with an evacuation area that can maintain information even during the power interruption, and when the power interruption occurs, the information related to the presentation is backed up in the evacuation area and the power is restored. It may be configured to restore the information backed up at times. In addition, when the power is restored, when the fluctuation starts, when the fluctuation stops, or when the hold occurs (even for the hold other than the newly generated hold), the information about the hold content may be received again from the main side. Good {Although not particularly shown in this example, when the power is restored, only the information regarding the number of holdings is transmitted from the main side (the information regarding the content of the holding is not transmitted). . Therefore, the information related to the hold that was present when the power was cut off does not exist after the power is restored, and the prefetch effect cannot be executed for the hold (the main side holds the power when the power is restored. May be configured to be received, and the prefetching effect may be executed for the hold). If a power failure occurs during the change of the decorative pattern (first decorative pattern and second decorative pattern), if there is no function to maintain the information at the time of the power failure, the fluctuation from the main side. A blackout screen (for example, a screen displaying "preparing" etc.) will be displayed until the end command is received. In the second embodiment, it may be described that switching the background effect to display the "angel zone background" as the background effect shifts to the "angel zone".

  Next, FIG. 44 is a flowchart of the pending information management process according to the subroutine of step 2100 of FIG. 43 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 2120 (second) to step 2128 (second), step 2550 (second), step 2600 (second) and step 2650 (second), that is, step 2104. Then, after adding 1 to the drawing suspension counter, in step 2120 (second), the drawing suspension information display control means SM22, the new suspension success / failure result and the stop symbol information transmitted from the main control board M side. Is temporarily stored in the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2122 (second), the packaging pending information display control means SM22, based on the pending occurrence command transmitted from the main control board M side, holds information (particularly, variation mode group, variation mode random number delimiter information). , Etc.) are temporarily stored in the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b. In addition, when the information related to the hit result, the stop symbol, the variation mode group, the variation mode random number division information, is not transmitted from the main side, in step 2120 (second) or step 2122 (second), This information will not be temporarily stored in the pending information temporary storage area. Next, in step 2124 (second), the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 determines whether or not the new suspension is on the first main game side. In the case of Yes in step 2124 (second), in step 2550 (second), the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 executes a first main game winning time prefetching determination process, which will be described later, and step 2126 (second). Move to. On the other hand, if No in step 2124 (second), in step 2600 (second), the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 executes a second main game winning time prefetching determination process, which will be described later, and then in step 2126 (second). Go to 2).

  Next, at step 2126 (second), the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, and does the new suspension have information indicating that it is a trigger suspension? It is determined whether or not (the information indicating that the trigger is held is added in step 2576 or step 2622). In the case of Yes in step 2126 (second), in step 2650 (second), the packaging pending information display control means SM22 executes a prefetch pending content determination process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 2118. On the other hand, if No in step 2126 (second), the process moves to step 2118.

  On the other hand, after subtracting 1 from the designing hold counter in step 2112, in step 2128 (second), the designing hold information display control means SM22 holds information related to the symbol variation (particularly, hit result, stop symbol information, The variation mode group and the variation mode random number delimiter information) are deleted from the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, the remaining suspension information is shifted, and the process proceeds to step 2116.

  Next, FIG. 45 is a flowchart of the first main game winning prefetch determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2550 (second) in FIG. The present process will be described by dividing it into two processes, namely, a process relating to the prohibition condition of the prefetch lottery and a process relating to the prefetch lottery. In the former read-ahead lottery prohibition process, first, at step 2552, the hold pre-reading effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the second main game hold (first main hold) It is determined whether or not there is a hold) that is given priority over the game side and is consumed. If Yes in step 2552, in step 2554, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current game state is the time reduction game state. If Yes in step 2554, in step 2558, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination unit SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage unit SM22b, and there is a hold having information indicating that it is a trigger hold in the hold. Determine whether or not there is. Here, the trigger hold is a hold held by winning the winning pre-reading lottery (first main game winning pre-reading lottery, second main game winning pre-reading lottery). In the case of Yes in step 2558, in step 2560, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and whether or not there is a big hold in the hold before the new hold. To determine. If Yes in step 2560, the process moves to step 2562.

  Next, in the latter process of the prefetch lottery, first, in step 2562, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new suspension is a big jackpot. Or not. In the case of Yes in step 2562, in step 2564, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k executes a winning prefetch lottery to win with a predetermined probability (in this example, 1/3) for the new hold. Go to step 2574. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2562, in step 2568, the holding prefetching effect execution availability determination unit SM26k refers to the drawing holding information temporary storage unit SM22b, and whether the new holding variation mode group is Group 3 or not. To determine. As described above, in the second embodiment, when determining whether to execute the prefetch lottery, it is configured to determine whether to perform the prefetch lottery in consideration of the variation mode group. When determining whether or not to execute the prefetch lottery, it may be configured to determine whether or not to execute the prefetch lottery in consideration of the variation mode random number division information. In the case of Yes in step 2568, in step 2570, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k executes a winning prefetch lottery to win with a predetermined probability (1/10 in this example) for the new hold. Go to step 2574. On the other hand, if No in step 2568, the process moves to step 2574.

  Next, in step 2574, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines whether or not the winning prefetch lottery has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2574, in step 2576, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k is "trigger hold" for the new hold that has been won in the winning prefetch lottery in the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b. Information indicating that there is is added and temporarily stored, and the process proceeds to the next process {process of step 2126 (second)}.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2552 (when the second main game hold is present in the hold), in step 2578, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k is temporarily stored in the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b. Delete the information indicating "trigger hold" from the stored information related to hold (if there is no hold in the hold that has information indicating that it is trigger hold, execute this process without executing this process. Process), and the next process {process of step 2126 (second)} is performed. Even if No in step 2554, step 2558, step 2560, or step 2574, the process proceeds to the next process {process of step 2126 (second)}. Incidentally, in the processing of step 2578, when there is a hold on the second main game side (occurs), in the game machine of the second main game side priority digestion like the second embodiment, the newly generated second This is a configuration for avoiding a situation in which the pre-reading effect for a plurality of fluctuations is not normally executed because the scheduled fluctuation order is not achieved because the hold on the main game side is consumed first. In addition, as a prohibition condition for the prefetch lottery, a condition whether or not there is a suspension of a specific variation mode group (or a suspension of specific variation mode random number delimiter information) in the suspension before the new suspension is a prohibition condition. Good.

  Next, FIG. 46 is a flowchart of a second main game winning prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2600 (second) in FIG. The present process will be described by dividing it into two processes, namely, a process relating to the prohibition condition of the prefetch lottery and a process relating to the prefetch lottery. In the former prohibition process of prefetch lottery, first, at step 2602, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and whether or not the current game state is the time reduction game state. To determine. In the case of Yes in step 2602, in step 2604, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination unit SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage unit SM22b, and there is a hold having information indicating that it is a trigger hold in the hold. Determine whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 2604, in step 2606, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and whether or not there is a big jackpot in the hold before the new hold. To determine. If Yes in step 2606, the process moves to step 2608.

  Next, in the latter prefetch lottery process, first, in step 2608, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold is a big hit hold. Or not. In the case of Yes in step 2608, in step 2610, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k has a predetermined probability (lower than the winning rate of the first main game winning prefetch lottery for the big hit hold) for the new hold. Yes, in this example, the prefetch lottery at the time of winning in 1/5) is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2620. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2608, in step 2612, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and whether the new hold variation mode group is the group C or not. To determine. If Yes in step 2612, in step 2616, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k has a predetermined probability (a probability lower than the winning rate of the first main game winning prefetch lottery for the loss hold) for the new hold. In this example, the prefetch lottery at the time of winning in 1/15) is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2620. On the other hand, if No in step 2612, the process moves to step 2620.

  Next, in step 2620, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines whether or not the winning prefetch lottery has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2620, in step 2622, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k is “trigger hold” for the new hold that has been won in the winning prefetch lottery in the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b. Information indicating that there is is added and temporarily stored, and the process proceeds to the next process {process of step 2126 (second)}. Even if No in step 2602, step 2604, step 2606, or step 2620, the process proceeds to the next process {process of step 2126 (second)}.

  In this way, in the second embodiment, in both cases where the new hold is a big hit and a loss, a look-ahead for the hold on the first main game side rather than a look-ahead lottery for the hold on the second main game side. It is easier to win the lottery (look-ahead lottery when the first main game hold is a big jackpot win = 1/3> prefetch lottery when the second main game hold is a big jackpot hold Winning rate = 1/5, look-ahead lottery winning rate when the first main game hold is a hold that is lost = 1/10> Pre-reading lottery winning rate when the second main game hold is a big hit hold, 1 / 15). With this configuration, even in the appearance rate of the "special symbol" as the look-ahead effect, the "special symbol" relating to the first main game side appears rather than the "special symbol" relating to the second main game side. It's easy to do.

  Next, FIG. 47 is a flowchart of the prefetch pending content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2650 (second) in FIG. First, at step 2652, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b to determine whether or not the trigger suspension is a big jackpot suspension. In the case of Yes in step 2652, in step 2654 the packaging pending information display control means SM22 determines the display mode of the trigger pending with reference to the pending display mode determination table (at the time of big hit), and the next process (step 2118). Process). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2652, in step 2656, the display mode of the trigger hold is determined by referring to the hold display mode determination table (at the time of losing), and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2118).

  Here, the two tables in the lower part of the figure are a hold display mode determination table (at the time of a big hit) and a hold display mode determination table (at the time of loss). In the second embodiment, the kind of the display mode that can be selected when the display mode of the trigger hold mode that can change when the hold change effect is executed is determined with reference to the hold display mode determination table (at the time of big hit) is iridescent, There are four types of display modes that are red, green, and blue, and three types of display modes that can be selected when determining with reference to the suspended display mode determination table (at the time of loss) are red, green, and blue. A lottery is drawn by a random number dedicated to the mode determination. It should be noted that red is most easily selected when the hold display mode determination table (at the time of a big hit) is referred to, and blue is most easily selected when the hold display mode determination table (at the time of losing) is referred to. The big hit expectation degree for each display mode of the hold when the occurrence occurs (the expectation degree to be a big hit due to the pattern change related to the hold), the rainbow color is selected only at the time of the big hit, and as the color excluding the rainbow color, the expectation degree The order is from highest to red, green, and blue. Note that the display modes that can be changed are merely examples, and there is no problem even if the types are increased or decreased or the colors that can be changed are changed. Further, in this example, the display color of the hold is configured to suggest the degree of expectation of a big hit, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in the case of a big hit (or together with the degree of expectation of a big hit, ), It may be configured to suggest the game state after the execution of the special game. In such a case, especially in the probability variation game state, the display color of the hold suggests the degree of expectation of transition to the probability change game state after execution of the special game when a big hit occurs in the hold. (For example, if the pending display color is red, the probability change expectation is high, if the hold display color is blue, the probability change expectation is low, etc.), it is possible to determine whether the probability variation game state, which is advantageous to the player, continues or ends. It is possible to execute a stunning and effective presentation.

  As described above, in the second embodiment, when the holding change effect is executed, the big hit expectation degree may be different depending on the display mode selected from a plurality of types of the holding display modes. Further, the pre-reading effect may be executed a plurality of times while the pre-reading effect is being executed (from the timing when the pre-reading lottery is won to the end of variation of the main game symbol related to trigger hold). With such a configuration, for example, when the hold change effect is executed twice while the prefetch effect is being executed, when the hold display mode that changes in the first hold change effect is blue, the second time The hold display mode that changes in the hold change effect is set to green or red, that is, each time the hold change effect is executed, the hold display mode is changed to a high hold expectation level (rank up). It is desirable to configure it so that it does not spoil the player's expectations. In addition, the effect related to the hold display change is not limited to this, and as a result, an effect mode that does not involve the hold display change may be provided, and for example, the hold shakes when the fluctuation starts (or when the hold is exhausted). It is possible to provide an effect mode (so-called gaze pattern) in which the effect occurs and the hold display does not change as it is, and an effect mode in which the hold display change is executed thereafter.

Next, FIG. 48 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 43 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is about step 2206 (second) and step 2250 (second), and the purpose thereof is the stop design (including temporary stop) of the first decorative design, in particular, the above-mentioned " The purpose is to change the factor for determining the "special symbol" (that is, a symbol that does not mean a big hit, but that gives a notice in advance that a big hit can occur). That is, in step 2204, after turning on the symbol content determination permission flag, in step 2206 (second), the packaging display content determination means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determination means SM24n, the reach effect display content determination means SM25n). Refers to the symbol information (variation mode relating to the main game symbol) temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, with reference to the variation mode of the first decorative symbol. {For example, if the variation mode related to the main game symbol is a short-term variation, it is non-reach, if it is a long-term variation, normal reach, super reach, etc.} is determined and the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b is determined. (And the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b). To migrate to 08.

  Further, in step 2216, after determining the decorative symbol effect contents and setting the display update timing and the display update contents, in step 2250 (second), the design drawing display content deciding means SM21n causes the notice effect / appearance described later. The figure stop symbol determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2218. That is, the stop design of the first decorative design (including the temporary stop) will be determined by the notice effect / design stop design determination process, which will be described later.

  Next, FIG. 49 is a flowchart of the notice effect / design stop symbol determination process related to the subroutine of step 2250 (second) in FIG. First, in step 2252, the notice effect display control means SM24 refers to the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the variation is a trigger suspension variation. In the case of Yes in step 2252, in step 2254, the notice effect display control means SM24 turns off the angel zone entry flag in the flag area of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. Next, in step 2260, the notice effect display control means SM24 determines the notice effect contents from the "special notice effect candidates". Here, the "special notice effect candidate" is a notice effect candidate to be referred to when determining the notice effect when the background effect is an "angel zone background" described later. Next, in step 2262, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol) of the first decorative symbol based on the information regarding the stop symbol of the main game symbol, and the next process (the process of step 2218) ). Here, in step 2262, it is desirable that the above-mentioned "special symbol" is not selected as the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol) of the first decorative symbol, and the reason is that "Angel Zone" will be described later. In the case of "background" (that is, a state in which the presence of a hold with a high expectation for a big hit has already been notified), the aforementioned "special symbol" (that does not mean a big hit, but a big hit may occur after that) This is because, if the (previous symbol) is stopped and displayed, a double notification of similar information may result, which may result in a mysterious effect for the player.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2252, the notice effect display control means SM24 refers to the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b in step 2256, and determines whether or not there is a trigger suspension in the suspension. In the case of Yes in step 2256, in step 2258, the notice effect display control means SM24 refers to the flag area of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and determines whether or not the angel zone entry flag is off. If Yes in step 2258, the process moves to step 2264. On the other hand, if No in step 2258, the process moves to step 2260.

Next, in step 2264, the notice effect display control means SM24 determines the notice effect contents from the "normal notice effect candidates". Here, the "normal notice effect candidate" is a notice effect candidate to be referred to when determining the notice effect when the background effect is other than the "angel zone background" described later. Next, in step 2266, the notice effect display control means SM24 turns on the angel zone entry flag in the flag area of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. Next, in step 2268, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the stop symbol in the middle row of the first decorative symbol to be a "special symbol", and based on the information on the stop symbol of the main game symbol, the first decorative symbol Temporary stop symbols of the left column and the right column are determined (the symbols different from those of the left column and the right column are temporarily stopped), and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2218).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2256, in step 2270, the notice effect display control means SM24 determines whether or not the variation mode group of the variation is the group 3 {By this process, the variation which is not the group 3 is The change related to the holding of Group 3 that was not eligible for the angel zone transfer lottery described below and did not win the prefetch lottery (prefetch lottery at the time of winning) (not trigger hold) Subject to the lottery}. If Yes in step 2270, in step 2272, the notice effect display control means SM24 causes the variation to be a pseudo continuous variation (a variation in which the pseudo variation is executed at least once. In this example, the example is illustrated in FIGS. 21 and 22. It is determined whether or not there is a variation in which effects such as A-1, A-2, B-2, etc.) are executed. In the case of Yes in step 2272, in step 2274, the notice effect display control means SM24 changes the background effect to the angel zone background while the angel zone transfer lottery is elected with a predetermined probability (1/10 in this example). Or not) is executed. Next, in step 2276, the notice effect display control means SM24 determines whether or not the angel zone transition lottery has been won. If Yes in step 2276, in step 2278, the notice effect display control means SM24 determines the notice effect contents from "normal notice effect candidate → special notice effect candidate after special symbol temporary stop timing" (for example, in FIG. 21). In the case of A-1 and A-2, the notice effect contents are determined from the "normal notice effect candidate" from the start of the change to 14 seconds, and after 14 seconds from the start of the change, which is the first middle row temporary stop timing. , The content of the notice production is determined from the "special notice production candidate"). Next, in step 2280, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 changes the temporary stop symbol in the middle row of the first time of the main game symbol (the first time in the pseudo continuous variation) to "special symbol" (the background effect is changed to the angel zone). It is determined to be a decorative design that informs the player that), based on the information about the stop design of the main game design, the temporary design of the left column and the right column of the first decorative design is the same design (the same as in the case of reach). Stop mode), and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2218). Incidentally, the temporary stop symbol is a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo fluctuation in the pseudo continuous variation, and may be hereinafter referred to as a pseudo continuous symbol.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2270, step 2272, or step 2276, in step 2282, the notice effect display control means SM24 determines the notice effect content from the “normal notice effect candidate”. Next, in step 2284, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol) of the first decorative symbol based on the information about the stop symbol of the main game symbol, and the next process (the process of step 2218) ).

In the second embodiment, in step 2274, the angel zone transfer lottery is executed to determine whether or not the variable angel zone transfer is possible (the pseudo continuous symbol in the middle of the transition is a "special symbol", and the special symbol is changed). It is configured to determine whether to move to the angel zone when the temporary stop is triggered, but the invention is not limited to this, and the combination of the first pseudo continuous pattern (the first middle row temporary stop pattern) and the notice effect A plurality of candidates may be provided, and at the time of pseudo continuous variation, a combination of the pseudo continuous symbol and the notice effect may be determined from the combination candidates. Specifically, as the combination candidate, "pseudo continuous symbol A, notice effect 1", "pseudo consecutive symbol A, notice effect 2", "pseudo consecutive symbol A, notice effect 3", "pseudo consecutive symbol A, notice" Six combination candidates of "production 4", "special design, notice production 1" and "special design, notice production 2" are provided, and the combination of the pseudo-relational design and the notice production is determined by lottery from the candidates, and the pseudo-reproduction is performed. When the combination of the pseudo-repeated symbol and the notice effect in which the symbol is the “special symbol” is selected, it may be configured to shift to the angel zone during the change. The method of determining the combination of the pseudo continuous symbol and the notice effect is not limited to the pseudo continuous variation, and the determination method may be used in other variation modes. Further, the combination is not limited to the pseudo-relational pattern and the notice effect, and may include a background effect, a sound mode, and the like.

  As a method of determining the notice effect, first, a basic notice effect of the notice effect (a notice effect that can be executed regardless of the background effect being executed, an effect that is executed in the first half of the change, etc.) is determined. After that, based on the determined basic notice effect, the effect other than the notice effect such as the background effect is decided, the decided effect (notice effect, background effect, etc.) is executed, and then the decision is made. It may be configured to determine an undecided effect among the notice effects based on the basic notice effect and the decided effect other than the notice effect such as the background effect (the determination method is repeated a plurality of times. , It may be configured to determine all of the notice effects executed by the fluctuation). With such a configuration, it is possible to determine the notice effect executed in the variation at a plurality of timings, and it occurs by determining all the notice effects executed in the variation at one timing. It is possible to reduce the problems of the production. In this example, (1) “determined stop”: the confirmed stop is executed after a temporary stop, and if the symbol combination that has been fixedly stopped is a big hit (three of the same symbols are aligned), a special game is started. , If it is lost (not having three identical symbols), it does not shift to the special game, (2) “Temporary stop”: The temporary stop is executed before the fixed stop (for example, swing fluctuation), one time Pseudo-fluctuation can be executed by re-changing after temporarily stopping in the middle of fluctuation in the symbol fluctuation, (3) When the "special symbol" is displayed during the pre-reading effect execution, the "special symbol" is determined to be a stop. It is configured not only to be displayed, but also to be displayed as a temporary stop before the fixed stop. Further, in this example, the fixed stop and the final stop are synonymous, and "stop" is used for both the fixed stop and the temporary stop, but the stop symbol in the fluctuation of the main game symbol is the fixed stop symbol. The stop symbol in the variation of the decorative symbol is used for both the temporary stop symbol and the fixed stop symbol (when the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is "777", etc., the stop symbol is described. = It is a fixed stop design).

  Here, the lower part of the figure is an image diagram showing an example of the notice effect / design stop symbol display. As shown in the upper part of the image diagram, in the present example, when the transition to the angel zone in the variation, as a background effect, a normal background effect (an example of a background effect that is not an angel zone background effect) is being executed, The "special symbol" is stopped as the first middle row temporary stop symbol. In addition, triggered by the temporary stop of the "special symbol", the angel zone background effect is executed as the background effect, and then the final stop symbol is stopped. In addition, in this example, the case of a big hit is illustrated, but the background effect is also switched in the same manner when it becomes a loss {for the temporary stop of the "special symbol" in this case, There are cases where the decorative pattern is sparse (different patterns), but there is also a case where it does not become (the same pattern) (= the "special pattern" may be temporarily stopped after the reach)}.

  Also, as shown in the middle of the image diagram, in this example, when other pseudo continuous fluctuations that do not involve the transition to the angel zone are performed (when the angel zone transition lottery is not won), the normal background production is performed as the background production. Under the situation where is being executed, as the first middle row temporary stop symbol, "pseudo continuous symbol A" (different from "special symbol", a temporary stop symbol that informs the player that pseudo continuous variation is being performed) ) Temporarily stops. Next, even after the "pseudo continuous symbol A" is temporarily stopped, the normal background effect is executed as the background effect, and then the final stop symbol is stopped.

Further, as shown in the lower part of the image diagram, in the present example, when the normal design is being executed as the background production, when the decorative pattern is changing, and if the winning pre-reading lottery is won, it stops when the change stops. As a design, the lost design (interlaced pattern) stops. After that, the next variation is started, and the “special symbol” is stopped as a stop symbol of the variation (that is, the variation is the pre-reading angel zone pre-entry variation). Next, triggered by the stop of the "special symbol", the angel zone background effect is executed as the background effect from the next change (that is, the next change is the first change in the prefetch zone). In this example, when the special symbol is displayed as a stop (temporary stop display) in the symbol fluctuation related to the hold of the digestion schedule before the trigger hold, it is not temporarily stopped except for the fixed stop (the previous temporary stop). (It is not used when changing again after temporarily stopping as a stop pattern of pseudo fluctuation). In other words, in the symbol fluctuation related to the hold of the digestion schedule before the trigger hold, the special symbol is temporarily stopped → the pseudo fluctuation is executed, and the symbol fluctuation related to the trigger hold from the timing when the symbol fluctuation is lost. Until the angel zone background can't be displayed. As described above, in the second embodiment, the stop (or temporary stop) of the “special symbol” is used as a trigger to execute the angel zone background effect, so that the player stops the “special symbol”. By observing (or temporary stop), it is possible to recognize that the angel zone will be entered, and the "special It is possible to have a feeling of expectation for stop (or temporary stop) of "design".

  Incidentally, as shown in the figure, when the "special symbol" is stopped as a temporary stop symbol at the time of pseudo continuous fluctuation, the same numbers in the left column and the right column are stopped (temporary stop) (at the time of reach). On the other hand, when the "special symbol" is stopped as the final stop symbol of the next variation after the prefetch lottery, the left column and the right column are configured to stop different numbers (cleared). There is.

  Next, FIG. 50 is a flowchart of the background effect control processing according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. 43 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 2506 (second), that is, after setting “angel zone background” as the background effect in step 2504, in step 2506 (second) the background effect display control means. The SM 23 refers to the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and the fluctuation (a part of the pseudo continuous fluctuation) (or the suspension) that triggered the transition of the "Angel Zone". Fluctuation) (the fluctuation (or fluctuation related to the hold) that triggered the transition of the “Angel Zone” is the fluctuation related to the trigger hold, or the fluctuation fluctuation related to the angel zone)} judge. If Yes in step 2506 (second), the process proceeds to step 2508, and if No, the process proceeds to step 2520.

  With the above-described configuration, the gaming machine according to the second embodiment has the first decorative design and the second decorative design as the decorative design, and is configured to be able to execute the so-called hold prefetching effect. When the "special symbol" is stopped and displayed as the first decorative symbol, the background change effect indicating that the degree of expectation of transition to the special game is increased is configured to be executed. Then, with respect to the hold that is in the digestion order before the hold (trigger hold) that becomes the trigger of the hold prefetching effect, the "special symbol" is displayed as a fixed stop symbol when the symbol of the first decorative symbol changes during the hold digestion. Therefore, the meaning of the stop display of the "special symbol" in this case is "the symbol variation has ended" and "the degree of expectation of transition to the special game has increased". On the other hand, regarding the trigger hold, since the "special symbol" can be stopped and displayed as a temporary stop symbol when the symbol of the first decorative symbol changes during the hold digestion, the meaning of the "special symbol" in this case being stopped and displayed is , "The symbol fluctuation will be changed again" and "The degree of expectation of shifting to the special game has increased". As described above, in the gaming machine according to the second embodiment, although the same type of "special symbol", depending on the timing (or the situation) at which it is stopped and displayed, a novel production method that has different meanings is created. You will be able to do it.

In addition, in the second embodiment, with respect to the hold that is in the digestion order before the trigger hold, when the "special symbol" is stopped and displayed as the fixed stop symbol at the time of the symbol variation of the first decorative symbol during the hold digestion. As for the trigger hold, when the "special symbol" is stopped and displayed as a temporary stop symbol at the time of the symbol variation of the first decorative symbol at the time of the hold digestion, the same kind of "special symbol" is configured. However, the invention is not limited to this, and the "special symbol" in the former case may be the "special symbol A", and the "special symbol" in the latter case may be the "special symbol B". With this configuration, it is possible to clearly convey the meaning of the stop display of the "special symbol" in both cases to the player. The probability that the "special symbol" is displayed in the former case may be lower than the probability that the "special symbol" is displayed in the latter case.

  Further, in the present example, the symbol rows of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol are three and the effective line is one line, but there is no problem even if these are changed, for example, (1) "special symbol" The number of symbols and / or the number of activated lines increases when the symbol stops (for example, the number of activated lines becomes nine) (2) The number of symbols and / or the number of activated lines of the "special symbol" stop The line decreases (for example, the number of symbols becomes two, and one of the symbols stops to reach the reach state. Furthermore, the number of symbols becomes one and = is confirmed, and the winning is confirmed. The difference in the profit rate given to the player may be notified by the type of the symbols displayed in a stopped manner).

(Modification 1 from the second embodiment)
Here, in the second embodiment, depending on the timing (or the situation) when the "special symbol" is stopped and displayed, the "special symbol" has a different meaning, but the so-called hold-ahead look-ahead effect and the "special symbol" are used. By further increasing the interlocking with, it is possible to create a more innovative production method. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as a modified example 1 from the second embodiment, and only the modified points from the second embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 51 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 43 in the first modification from the second embodiment. The changes from the second embodiment are step 2220 (second variation 1) to step 2224 (second variation 1), and the purpose thereof is for the hold whose display mode has been changed by the hold prefetching effect when the hold is consumed. The effect content in is to be configured to be associated with the changed display mode. That is, in step 2216, the decorative symbol effect contents are determined, the display update timing and the display update contents are set, and then in step 2220 (second variation 1), the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 causes the drawing reservation information. By referring to the temporary storage means SM22b, it is determined whether or not the hold display mode related to the change is a dedicated effect display mode (a specific hold display mode different from other hold display modes, in this example, red). To do. If Yes in step 2220 (second variation 1), in step 2222 (second variation 1), the notice effect display control means SM24 determines the notice effect content from the "exclusive notice effect candidate". Here, the "exclusive notice effect candidate" is an effect candidate that is selected only in the variation related to the suspension of the dedicated effect display mode (red in this example) that is a specific suspended display mode. , A battle effect with a specific enemy character may be configured to be executed. In addition, it is desirable that the symbol variation related to the “exclusive notice effect candidate” is configured such that the jackpot expectation degree is relatively high as compared with the other notice effect candidates. Next, in step 2223 (second variation 1), the notice effect display control means SM24 turns off the angel zone entry flag in the flag area of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. Next, in step 2224 (second variation 1), the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol) of the first decorative symbol based on the information regarding the stop symbol of the main game symbol, and step 2218. Move to. If the answer is No in step 2220 (second variation 1), the process proceeds to step 2250 (second). Here, if the "special symbol" is configured to be easily selected as the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol) of the first decorative symbol, the hold display mode is the special effect display mode, and the first decorative symbol It is possible to further enhance the interlocking property with the fact that the "special symbol" is easily selected as the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol).

With the above configuration, in the gaming machine according to the modified example 1 from the second embodiment, as a notice effect candidate, a special effect display mode (red in this example) that is a specific hold display mode is held. By configuring such that the "exclusive notice effect candidate", which is the effect candidate selected only in the change related to the above, can be selected, at the time of executing the hold change effect (effect in which the hold display mode changes) based on the winning of the prefetch lottery. , It is possible to provide a notice effect that is executed only when a change is made to a specific hold display mode, and by increasing the jackpot expectation degree when the effect is executed, the player can hold a change when the hold is changed. The display color (hold change execution mode) will be paid attention to, which will increase the fun of the game. In the first modification from the second embodiment, the effect executed by the symbol variation related to the trigger hold is not determined when the trigger hold occurs, but is determined when the trigger hold is exhausted. With such a configuration, "a trigger hold occurs → a hold display mode is determined and displayed in the display mode → trigger hold is exhausted → hold display related to trigger hold Based on the aspect, the effect executed by the symbol variation related to the trigger hold is determined. " It should be noted that there is no problem in applying the configuration related to the pending digestion transmission image described below to the first modification from the second embodiment.

  In the modification example 1 from the second embodiment, when the hold change effect is executed as a so-called hold prefetch effect and the hold display mode becomes the exclusive effect display mode (red in this example), the notice effect contents Is configured to be selected from the "exclusive notice effect candidate", but the hold change effect is executed at the timing when the "special symbol" is stopped as the stop symbol (temporary stop symbol) of the first decorative symbol, the hold change effect It may be configured to further associate the stop of the "special symbol" with, for example, "special symbol A" and "special symbol B" are provided as the "special symbol", and the "special symbol A" is stopped. In this case, while changing to a hold display mode other than red as the hold change effect, it may be configured to change to a red hold display mode as the hold change effect when the "special symbol B" is stopped. With such a configuration, it is possible to further enhance the interlocking effect between the so-called reserved look-ahead effect and the “special symbol”.

(Modification 2 from the second embodiment)
Here, in the second embodiment, the so-called hold-ahead read effect and the "special symbol" are configured to be more interlocking with each other, but this interlocking is achieved between the first main game side and the second main game side. The strength of the sex may be different, and an example of such a configuration will be referred to as Modification 2 of the second embodiment, and only the changes from the second embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 52 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 43 in the second modification from the second embodiment. The changes from the second embodiment are step 2226 (second), step 2250 (1) (second variation 2) and step 2250 (2) (second variation 2), the purpose of which is the first main Depending on whether it is a symbol variation on the game side or a symbol variation on the second main game side, it is controlled to change the selection rate of the "special symbol". That is, in step 2216, the decorative symbol effect contents are determined, the display update timing and the display update contents are set, and then in step 2226 (second variation 2), the package drawing display content determination means SM21n temporarily stores the main side information. With reference to the means SM11b, it is determined whether or not the symbol variation is a symbol variation on the first main game side. In the case of Yes in step 2226 (second variation 2), in step 2250 (1) (second variation 2), the design drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the first main game notice effect / design stop symbol, which will be described later. The process is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2218. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2226 (second variation 2), in step 2250 (2) (second variation 2), the drawing display content determination means SM21n causes the second main game notice effect / stop of the drawing to be described later. The symbol determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2218.

  Next, FIG. 53 is a first main game advance notice effect / design stop design determination process according to the subroutine of step 2250 (1) (second variation 2) in FIG. 52 in the second modification from the second embodiment. It is a flowchart of. The process of this subroutine is the same as the notice effect / design stop symbol determination process of step 2250 (second), and therefore the description is omitted. In the second embodiment, the same processing is executed on the first main game side and the second main game side in the second embodiment, but in the second modification from the second embodiment, It is intended to execute different processes on the first main game side and the second main game side.

  Next, FIG. 54 is a second main game notice effect / design stop symbol determination process according to the subroutine of step 2250 (2) (second variation 2) in FIG. 52 in the second modification from the second embodiment. It is a flowchart of. Since the process of this subroutine is similar to the notice effect / design stop symbol determination process of step 2250 (second), only the difference from the process will be described in detail. The difference from the notice production / design stop symbol determination process of step 2250 (second) is step 2286 (second variation 2) and step 2288 (second variation 2), that is, in step 2256, the pending state. If there is no trigger hold in step 2, in step 2286 (second variation 2), the notice effect display control means SM24 refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and the variation is a variation related to the group C. Or not. If Yes in step 2286 (second variation 2), in step 2272, the notice effect display control means SM24 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and whether the variation is a variation in which pseudo continuous variation is executed. Determine whether or not. If Yes in step 2272, in step 2288 (second variation 2), the notice effect display control means SM24 has a predetermined probability (the angel zone transfer lottery winning ratio on the first main game side executed in step 2274, which is 1). The probability is lower than / 10, and in this example, the angel zone transfer lottery for winning 1/30) is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2276. In addition, in the case of No in step 2286 (second variation 2), the process proceeds to step 2282.

  With the above-described configuration, in the gaming machine according to the second modification from the second embodiment, the angel zone transfer lottery (pseudo) is performed by the symbol fluctuation on the first main game side and the symbol fluctuation on the second main game side. "Special symbol" is temporarily stopped by continuous fluctuation, and the winning probability of whether or not the angel zone background is displayed as the background effect) is configured to be different, so that the symbol fluctuation on the first main game side It is possible to change the selection rate of the "special symbol" in the first decorative symbol depending on whether there is a symbol fluctuation on the second main game side, so that the symbol fluctuation on the first main game side It is possible to widen the range of the production by increasing the production tendency accompanying the production tendency accompanied by the variation of the symbol on the second main game side, and to enhance the interest in the production.

  In the second modified example from the second embodiment, the second main game hold is configured so that it cannot be the trigger hold in the non-time shortened game state, so the second main in the non-time shortened game state. The hold prefetching effect for the hold on the game side is not executed. Therefore, in the non-time-reduced game state, the appearance rate of the "special symbol" related to the first main game side holding destination reading effect and the appearance rate of the "special symbol" related to the second main game side holding destination reading effect are compared. However, the appearance rates are different (higher on the first main game side). Furthermore, as described above, the lottery probability for temporarily stopping the "special symbol" by the pseudo continuous variation is a symbol variation on the first main game side or a symbol variation on the second main game side. Depending on (the higher the probability of depending on the symbol fluctuation on the first main game side "special symbol" is temporarily stopped), is the first main game side also hold for the trigger easiness of occurrence? , It depends on whether or not the second main game is on hold (the first main game side hold is more likely to be trigger hold), so trigger hold occurs → hold hold that is digested before trigger hold At the time of digestion, the "special symbol" is fixedly displayed (the so-called hold-ahead read effect is executed) → When the trigger hold is exhausted, the "special symbol" is temporarily stopped (the so-called pseudo continuous variation is executed), The probability that a series of production flows will occur in the first main game It is also possible to configure so that the direction of the high-probability than the second main player side. Also, in the non-time shortening game state, the appearance rate of the symbol fluctuation that the "special symbol" is temporarily stopped by the pseudo continuous variation in the symbol variation related to the first main gaming symbol and the pseudo continuous in the symbol variation related to the second main gaming symbol The difference between the appearance rate of the symbol variation in which the "special symbol" is temporarily stopped by the variation, the appearance rate of the "special symbol" as the look-ahead effect in the symbol variation related to the first main game symbol, and the second main game symbol When comparing the difference with the appearance rate of the "special symbol" as the look-ahead effect in the symbol variation, the difference (the former difference) related to the pseudo continuous variation is smaller.

Further, in the present example, (1) the first main game side and the second main game side may have the same selection probability (appearance rate) of the "special symbol", (2) a big jackpot is held. If it exists in the second main game hold, "special symbol" related to the look-ahead effect does not appear in the change of the second main game symbol, (3) there is a big jackpot hold in the first main game hold If there is a "special symbol" related to the look-ahead effect can appear in the variation of the first main game symbol, (4) "special symbol" relating to the pseudo continuous variation in the case of a variation that becomes a big hit of the second main game symbol Does not appear or is difficult to appear, (5) In the case of a variation that becomes a big hit of the first main game symbol, a "special symbol" related to the pseudo continuous variation may appear or is likely to occur. Further, in the second modification from the second embodiment, the "special symbol" is configured to be able to appear during the prefetching effect or the pseudo continuous variation, but the "special symbol A" can appear only during the prefetching effect. "Special symbol", "special symbol B" as a "special symbol" that can appear only at the time of pseudo continuous variation, and comparing the appearance rate of "special symbol A" and "special symbol B", the second main game symbol In the variation, the "special symbol A" does not appear, in the variation of the second main game symbol, the "special symbol B" has a low appearance rate, and the like.

(Modification 3 from the second embodiment)
Here, in the second embodiment, as the so-called hold-ahead read effect, the background change effect and the hold change effect are configured to be executable, but a new game property is created by changing the execution mode of the hold-ahead read effect. It is possible. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as Modification 3 from the second embodiment, and only the modifications from the second embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 55 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly, the sub-main control unit SM side) in the third modification from the second embodiment. The changes from the second embodiment are step 2700 (second variation 3) and step 2750 (second variation 3). That is, in step 2200, after executing the decorative symbol display content determination processing, step 2700 ( In the second modification 3), the sub-control board S executes a pending display mode change control process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2750 (second variation 3), the sub-control board S executes a reserved digestion transfer image display control process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 2300.

  Next, FIG. 56 is a flowchart of the pending information management process according to the subroutine of step 2100 of FIG. 55 in the third modification from the second embodiment. The change from the second embodiment is step 2130 (second variation 3), and the purpose thereof is to notify that the certain hold is under digestion (during pattern change) when the certain hold is exhausted. Is to be configured to be able to display the image. That is, in step 2112, after subtracting 1 from the design suspension counter value, in step 2130 (second variation 3), the design suspension information display control means SM22 stores the suspension information related to the symbol variation (particularly, display mode). And the variation mode group information), “holding digestion transmission image information” (holding display of the held to be digested, which is related to the starting change, during the starting change (when the starting change starts, It is temporarily stored (overwritten and stored) in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b as "information related to" holding digestion transmission image "which is continuously displayed after being digested), and the process proceeds to step 2128 (second). To do. In the third modification from the second embodiment, the second main game winning prefetch determination process is deleted (the prefetch lottery is executed only on the first main gaming side).

Next, FIG. 57 is a flowchart of the first main game winning prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2550 (second variation 3) of FIG. 56 in the third modification from the second embodiment. Here, the present process will be described by dividing it into two processes, ie, a process relating to the prohibition condition of the prefetch lottery and a process relating to the prefetch lottery. In the former process related to the prohibition condition of the prefetch lottery, first, at step 2580, the hold prefetch effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b, and the new hold is the second main game. It is determined whether or not it is a hold (a hold that is given priority over the first main game hold). If Yes in step 2580, in step 2582, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current game state is the time reduction game state. If Yes in step 2584, in step 2586, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the change mode group of the hold before the new hold is group 1 It is determined whether or not there is no big hit before the new hold, a hold that can be a long-time variable time, or a trigger hold before the new hold. If Yes in step 2584, the process moves to step 2586.

  Next, in the latter prefetch lottery process, first, in step 2586, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination unit SM26k refers to the drawing hold information temporary storage unit SM22b, and the new hold variation mode group is set. It is determined whether or not it is the group 3. Even if the number of pending changes at the start of fluctuation is large (for example, the number of pending is 2 or 3) , A relatively long fluctuation time}. If Yes in step 2586, in step 2588, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination unit SM26k has a predetermined probability (for example, if the hold is big hit hold, 2/3, and if miss hold is 1/8 probability). Execute a pre-reading lottery when winning. Next, in step 2590, the holding prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines whether or not the winning prefetch lottery has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2590, in step 2591, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k adds the information indicating "trigger hold" to the new hold that has been won in the winning prefetch lottery, and displays the hold. The mode is determined to be "yellow zako hold" and stored in the holding information temporary storage area of the drawing holding information temporary storage means SM22b. Here, the trigger hold is a hold that has been won in the winning prefetch lottery, and the hold display mode can be a display mode different from the normal hold mode. Next, in step 2592, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines whether or not the new hold (trigger hold) is present and the current hold count, and the hold change plan until the trigger hold is exhausted ( For example, the execution plan of the effect such as green Zako hold at the time of the start of the next change, change to the red Zako hold at the start of the next change, etc.) is determined and stored in the hold information temporary storage area of the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b, The process shifts to the next process (process of step 2118).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2580 (when the new hold is the second main game hold), in step 2596, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k is temporarily stored in the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b. The information indicating that the "trigger hold" is deleted from the information related to the first main game hold that is performed (when the hold having the information indicating the trigger hold is not present in the hold, this process is executed. The process proceeds to the next process without performing), changes the hold display mode to “normal hold” (for example, white hold), and stores it in the hold information temporary storage area of the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b. Move to. Even if No in Step 2582, Step 2584, Step 2586, or 2590, the process proceeds to Step 2594.

  Next, in step 2594, the hold prefetching effect execution availability determination means SM26k determines that the new hold display mode of the new hold is “normal hold” (for example, white hold), and the drawing hold information temporary storage means SM22b stores the new hold display mode. The information is stored in the suspension information temporary storage area, and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2118). Here, the processing of step 2596 and step 2594 newly occurs in the gaming machine of the second main gaming side priority digestion like this example when the second main gaming side has a hold (occurs). Since the hold on the second main game side is consumed first, the planned change order is no longer achieved, and the look-ahead effect (for example, hold display mode change effect based on the hold change plan) is not normally executed over a plurality of changes. This is a configuration for avoiding.

Next, FIG. 58 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2200 of FIG. 55 in the third modification from the second embodiment. The changes from the second embodiment are step 2208 (second variation 3), step 2222 (second variation 3) to step 2226 (second variation 3), and step 2228 (second variation 3), that is, Step two
In 206 (second), after determining the variation mode of the first decorative symbol, in step 2208 (second variation 3), the figure display content determining means SM21n (and the notice effect display content determining means SM24n, reach effect display content). The determination means SM25n) refers to the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, and refers to the variation mode of the second decorative symbol (for example, when the variation pattern related to the main game symbol is a short-time variation, non-reach). , If it is a long time fluctuation, normal reach, super reach, etc. are determined and temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b (and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b). Remember. Next, in step 2216, the design drawing display content deciding means SM21n determines whether the main game symbol is temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and whether or not the result is a decorative pattern (first decorative pattern and second decorative pattern). Based on the variation mode, the decorative symbol effect content is determined by referring to the decorative symbol effect table SM21ta-2 (for example, the decorative symbol effect table 1 to the decorative symbol effect table 2) in the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, The display update timing and the display update contents are set and temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2222 (second variation 3), the drawing display content determination means SM21n determines the content of the notice effect executed during the variation by lottery. Here, as shown in the notice content image diagram on the right side of the figure, in this example, the content of the notice effect that can be executed is different depending on the image (so-called stay stage) set as the background effect. It should be noted that the content lottery of the notice effect to be executed may be executed on the basis of an appropriate random number acquired on the sub-main control section SM side, the result of success or failure of the fluctuation, the winning symbol, the fluctuation time and the like. Here, the notice effect contents marked with a star in the image diagram are the particular notice effect in this example, and are configured so that different notice effects can be executed based on the stay stage (the notice effect). Will be described later in the process). Further, the content of the notice production (in this example, the production that can be executed before the reach production or the like) is not limited to this. For example, a pseudo continuous production (a production in which a pseudo continuous variation is executed) can be executed. It may be configured (in that case, a hold digestion transfer image or a display mode of hold to be described later in the pseudo continuous effect may be changed, or a hold digestion transfer image to be described later according to a notice effect executed during the pseudo continuous effect. Or the display mode of the hold may be changed).

  Next, in step 2224 (second variation 3), the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the "holding digestion transmission image information" temporarily stored in the notice production related information temporary storage means SM24b, and the variation is changed. It is determined whether or not there is a change related to trigger hold. If Yes in step 2224 (second variation 3), in step 2226 (second variation 3), the drawing display content determination means SM21n causes the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b (or the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b). ), Based on "suspension digestion transfer image information" related to the relevant change, change mode, or notice effect, the hold digestion transfer image change plan (for example, when the pseudo-relationship is stopped: yellow zako hold → green zako Execution plan of effect such as continuous button press during hold, reach: green zako hold → red star hold, etc. is determined and stored in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and the process proceeds to step 2218. Even if No in step 2224 (second variation 3), the process proceeds to step 2218.

  Next, in step 2218 and step 2228 (second variation 3), the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the display display related information temporary storage means SM21. The on-hold display mode change process execution flag is turned on, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2300).

Next, FIG. 59 is a flowchart of the hold display mode change control process according to the subroutine of step 2700 (second variation 3) of FIG. 55 in the third modification from the second embodiment. First, in step 2702, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 refers to the flag area of the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the on-hold display mode change processing execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2702, in step 2704, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current game state is the time reduction game state. In the case of Yes in step 2704, in step 2706, the drawing-reservation information display control means SM22 refers to the drawing-reservation information temporary storage means SM22b and determines whether or not there is a trigger hold in the hold. If Yes in step 2706, in step 2708, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 confirms the reservation change plan stored in the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2710, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 determines whether or not there is a plan to change the suspension display mode during the change based on the suspension change plan.

  In the case of Yes in step 2710, in step 2712, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b and refers to the specific notice effect during the notice effect executed during the fluctuation (see FIG. 49). ) Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 2712, in step 2714, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 is based on the notice mode temporarily stored in the first diagram change time management timer SM21t-1 and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. , It is determined whether or not the execution timing of the specific notice effect has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2714, the process moves to step 2718 (the hold display mode is changed in accordance with the execution of the specific notice effect).

  Here, FIG. 60 is a hold change image diagram in the specific notice effect. In this example, an example is described in which the hold display mode is changed by a grassy grass notice in the flatland zone (particularly, a grassy grass notice in which a snake appears as a specific notice effect). First, in the state where there is a trigger hold in the hold, the fluctuation related to the hold before the trigger hold starts (in this example, the display mode of the trigger hold at this point is normal hold (white hold)).

  Next, the notice of grass unevenness, which is the notice production during the change, is executed, and an image for searching through the grass and looking for something is displayed.

  Next, an image in which a snake appears from the shadow of the grass (the expectation of being a big hit during the fluctuation is “low”) is displayed.

  Here, if there is no plan to change the hold display during the change, an image in which a snake that appeared from behind the grass is leaving the screen is displayed, and the notice production ends.

  On the other hand, if there is a plan to change the hold display during the fluctuation, unlike the case above, an image in which a snake that appeared from behind the grass grass jumps into the hold (trigger hold that is normally held at this point) is displayed. It After that, the display mode of the hold (trigger hold) in which the snake jumps in changes, and the hold display mode (in this example, Zako hold) different from the normal hold is displayed. In addition, you may comprise so that the effect | action (what is called a gaze effect) which the display mode of a hold does not change even if the said specific notice effect is performed can be performed.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2712 (when the specific advance notice effect is not executed during the change), in step 2716, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 causes the general suspension change effect (can be executed independently of other effects. In addition, it is an effect that can be executed in any of the effect stages, and for example, a command for displaying an effect in which the hold explodes is set (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, the process proceeds to step 2718.

Next, in step 2718, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 changes the trigger hold display mode based on the hold change plan stored in the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b, and the drawing reservation information. It is stored in the temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2720, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 turns off the on-hold display mode change processing execution flag in the flag area of the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b, and the next processing {step 2750 is performed. Processing of (second variation 3)} is performed. In addition, in the case of No in step 2704, step 2706 or step 2710, the process proceeds to step 2720, and in the case of No in step 2702 or step 2714, the next process {process of step 2750 (second variation 3)} is performed. Transition.

  Next, FIG. 61 is a flowchart of the reservation digestion transmission image display process according to the subroutine of step 2750 (second variation 3) of FIG. 55 in the third modification from the second embodiment. First, in step 2752, the design drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. If Yes in step 2752, in step 2754 the packaging pending information display control means SM22 refers to the flag area of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b to determine whether or not the pending digestion transmission image displaying flag is off. To determine. In the case of Yes in step 2754, in step 2756, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 displays the hold digestion transfer image based on the hold digestion transfer image information temporarily stored in the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. (Initial display mode) is determined. Here, the hold digestion transmission image is an image that continuously displays the hold related to the change even during the change (after the change starts and the hold related to the change is consumed). .. By displaying the hold digestion transmission image, the player can easily recognize that the change is a change related to the Zako hold even during a change related to the hold (for example, Zako hold) whose display mode is changed in the hold. The effect of changing the display mode of the held digestion transfer image can be executed during the change.

  Next, in step 2758, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 turns on the holding digestion transmission image display flag in the flag area of the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, and proceeds to step 2760. On the other hand, if No in step 2754, the process moves to step 2760.

  Next, in step 2760, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b to confirm the reservation digest transmission image change plan. Next, in step 2762, the packaging pending information display control means SM22 determines whether or not there is a plan to change or delete the display mode of the pending digestive transfer image based on the pending digestive transfer image change plan. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2762, in step 2764, the packaging diagram pending information display control means SM22 displays the pending digestion transmission image based on the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the pending digestion transmission image change plan. It is determined whether or not a change timing (for example, a re-variation start after the pseudo continuous symbol temporary stop display, a predetermined effect execution time, a predetermined period during the reach effect) is reached. If Yes in step 2764, in step 2766 the packaging reservation information display control means SM22 causes the reservation digestion transmission image display mode change condition (for example, pressing of the sub input button during the predetermined period, the maximum number of reservations, etc.). It is determined whether or not is satisfied. In the case of Yes in step 2766, in step 2768 and step 2770, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 sets a command for displaying a general suspension change effect (for example, an effect in which the hold explodes) (display command transmission of step 2999). It is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the control processing), and the display mode of the held digestive transfer image is changed based on the reserved digestive transfer image change plan (for example, red star hold, green zako hold, no display, etc.). The display mode is changed), the drawing suspension information is temporarily stored in the storage means SM22b, and the process proceeds to step 2780. Even if No in step 2762 or step 2766, the process proceeds to step 2780.

Here, FIG. 62 is an image diagram of a change in the retained digestion transmission image. The change of the display mode of the pending digestion transfer image in the third modification from the second embodiment is configured to be executed in the flow shown in FIG. Note that in this example, the battle effect (
It illustrates the pattern of shifting (developing) to the latter half. First, the fluctuation related to the trigger hold (currently Zako hold) is started, and Zako hold is displayed as a hold digestion transmission image.

  Next, a battle effect (first half) is executed as the effect during the change. In this example, when the hold digestion transmission image is Zako hold, it is possible to change the display mode of the Zako hold by pressing the sub input button a predetermined number of times during execution of the battle effect (first half) in the variation. Is configured. In this example, a predetermined effect can be executed by pressing the sub input button while the battle effect (first half) is being executed, but an effect that prompts the player to operate (press the sub input button) Since it is not particularly executed, the operation of the sub input button is input of a so-called hidden command (back button).

  If you press the button repeatedly (press the sub input button a predetermined number of times) during the execution of the battle effect (first half), each time you press the sub input button, the Zako hold displayed as the hold digest transmission image is attacked. Effect image is displayed.

  Next, when the number of times the sub input button is pressed in the battle effect (first half) reaches a predetermined number, an image in which the Zako hold that is the hold digestion transmission image explodes is displayed, and based on the hold digestion transmission image change plan, The display mode of the hold digestion transfer image is changed and displayed (for example, the hold display mode is changed to red star hold or no display). In addition, even after the transition to the battle production (second half), the hold digestion transmission image is displayed (or not displayed) in the display mode after the display mode is changed. Since there is an intention to predict the big hit expectation degree of the fluctuation depending on the display mode of the transmission image, the hold digestion transmission image is continuously displayed in the display mode after the display mode is changed even after the transition to the battle production (second half). }.

  On the other hand, if you do not repeatedly press the button in the battle production (first half) (or the number of repeated hits is less than the predetermined number of times), the hold digestion transmission image Zako Hold will automatically explode at the timing of shifting to the battle production (second half). While the image is displayed, the display of the hold digestion transmission image is deleted (In consideration of the player taking the enjoyment of not predicting the big hit expectation of the fluctuation by not hitting the button, the hold digestion transmission image change plan Erase the display regardless of the contents of). In addition, in this example, the jackpot expectation of Zako holding is medium, and the jackpot expectation of Akaboshi holding is high. Further, when the battle effect (second half) is executed, the jackpot expectation level is increased at once, compared with the case where the battle effect (first half) is executed. Here, in the situation where the jackpot expectation has risen since the transition to the battle production (second half), if the display of Zako holding, which has a medium jackpot expectation, is continued, it is a production with a high jackpot expectation. Although the interest of (the latter half) may be impaired, a production with a high degree of expectation (this example, battle production (second half)) is started at a timing when the expectation is not high (in this example, Zako hold) By erasing, such a situation can be avoided. Although not particularly shown in this example, even when the number of times the sub-input button is pressed is less than the predetermined number of times, the display mode change timing of the hold digestion transfer image is based on the hold digestion transfer image change plan. You may comprise so that the display mode of a reservation digestion transmission image may be changed automatically. In such a configuration, for example, only when the change to the display mode that suggests that the expectation of the big hit in the fluctuation is planned, the display mode of the held digestive transfer image is automatically changed. It may be configured as follows. In addition, when the button is not hit repeatedly (or the number of hits is less than a predetermined number of times), the display mode of the held digestion transfer image is automatically changed at a predetermined timing only when the fluctuation is a big hit or a probability change big hit. It may be configured to be performed (so-called accurate production can be executed).

In addition, when transitioning to the battle production (second half) without passing through the battle production (first half) {for example, start of variation of design drawing (all columns) → advance notice production 1, provisional stop display of design (left column) → provisional design Stop display (right column) → Reach development development → Battle reach (second half) image display → Temporary drawing stop display (middle row) → Execution according to success / failure → Final drawing display (all rows) Is executed, that is, in the case of transitioning to the battle production (second half) without the period of repeated button hits (in this example, battle production (first half)), the timing of transition to the battle production (second half) Then, the holding digest transmission image Zako Hold automatically explodes, and the display mode of the holding digest transmission image is changed and displayed based on the holding digest transmission image change plan. Although not particularly shown in this example, the number of times of pressing the sub-input button required to change the display mode of the hold digestion transfer image has a high jackpot expectation in the fluctuation (a hold display mode with high expectation). It may be configured such that a larger number of times is more likely to be selected. Although not particularly shown in this example, when the display mode of the hold digestion transfer image changes, in addition to the general-purpose hold change effect, an effect that suggests the content of the change (for example, when the Zako hold explodes) It may be configured to be able to execute the end-of-life warning that issues a line. As the content suggested by the end-of-life announcement, the degree of expectation of a big hit of the fluctuation and the content of the effect to be executed are suggested (for example, “Achichi!” = 60% or more of expectation of a big hit, “Congratulations!” = Big hit confirmation, "Bosuu!" = Battle reach development with boss character, etc.) can be configured, but if the player does not press the sub input button, the jackpot expectation degree related to the fluctuation is Assuming that the player does not want to expect, it is preferable to configure so as not to execute the end-of-life notice regarding the big hit expectation degree of the fluctuation (only the end-of-life notice regarding the planned performance contents can be executed). .. That is, only when the display mode of the hold digestion transmission image is changed by the player's operation, the notice effect related to the jackpot expectation degree of the variation can be executed based on the result of the variation. The effect of the battle effect (first half) can be executed in “a4” and “b4”, which are the fluctuation times of 30 seconds.

  Returning to the description of the flow chart, in the case of No in step 2764 (when it is not the timing to change the display mode of the hold digestion transfer image), in step 2772 the packaging hold information display control means SM22 displays the hold digest transfer image. It is determined whether or not it is the timing to erase. If Yes in step 2772, in step 2774 the packaging pending information display control means SM22 causes the display mode erasing condition of the pending digestion transmission image (for example, no pressing of the sub input button during the predetermined period, the number of pressing of the sub input button). Is less than a predetermined number of times, etc.) is satisfied. In the case of Yes in step 2774, in step 2776 and step 2778, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 sets a command for displaying a general suspension change effect (for example, an effect that the hold explodes) (display command transmission of step 2999). It is sent to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the control process) and the display mode of the held digestive transfer image is changed to "no display" (changed to "no display" regardless of the content of the held digestive transfer image change plan) ) And temporarily stores it in the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, and proceeds to step 2780.

  Next, at step 2780, the designing pending information display control means SM22 sets a command for displaying the pending digestive transmitting image based on the display mode of the pending digestive transmitting image temporarily stored in the design pending information temporary storage means SM22b. (Transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control processing of step 2999), and shifts to the next processing (processing of step 2300). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2752, in step 2782, the packaging drawing information display control means SM22 turns off the holding digestion transmission image displaying flag in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b. .. Next, in step 2784, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 changes the display mode of the held digestion transmission image to "no display" and temporarily stores it in the drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2786, the designing pending information display control means SM22 displays the pending digestion transmitting image based on the display mode of the pending digestion transmitting image temporarily stored in the packaging pending information temporary storage means SM22b (the process concerned). Then, a command to hide the held digestion transmission image is set (transmitted to the sub-sub controller SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2999), and the next process (process of step 2300) Move to.

In addition, in the modification 3 from the second embodiment, the hold digestion transfer image is configured to be displayed, but the hold digestion transfer image may not always be displayed. For example, the hold display mode is normally hold. The hold digest transmission image corresponding to the hold that has been digested may not be displayed, and the hold digest transmission image corresponding to the reserve in which the hold display mode is changed from the normal hold may be displayed. With such a configuration, the player confirms the hold digestion transfer image at the timing when the player wants to know the jackpot expectation of the symbol variation, and if the hold digestion transfer image is displayed, the expectation is relatively high, If not displayed, it can be easily recognized that the degree of expectation is relatively low.

  Next, FIG. 63 is a flowchart of the background effect control processing according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. 46 in the third modification from the second embodiment. The changes from the second embodiment are step 2524 (second variation 3) to step 2534 (second variation 3), that is, if the angel zone flag is off in step 2502, step 2524 (second variation). In the second variation 3), the background effect display control means SM23 changes the decorative symbol based on the first package variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the variation mode temporarily stored in the diagram 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 2524 (second variation 3), in step 2526 (second variation 3), the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b to hold the trigger within the suspension {described above. It is determined whether or not there is a hold held in the prefetch lottery at the time of winning the first main game. If Yes in step 2526 (second variation 3), in step 2528 (second variation 3), the background effect display control means SM23 executes the angel zone transition lottery to win with a predetermined probability (1/3 in this example). To do. Next, in step 2530 (second variation 3), the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the lottery result in step 2528 (second variation 3), and determines whether or not the angel zone transfer lottery is won. .. If Yes in step 2530 (second variation 3), in step 2532 (second variation 3), the background effect display control means SM23 sets the angel zone flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b. It is turned on and the process proceeds to step 2504.

  After setting "Angel Zone Background" as the background effect in step 2504, in step 2534 (the second variation 3), the background effect display control means SM23 causes the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and the drawing reservation information temporary. By referring to the storage means SM22b, it is determined whether or not the symbol variation related to the trigger hold is completed. If Yes at step 2534 (second variation 3), the process proceeds to step 2508, and if No, the process proceeds to step 2520.

  With the above configuration, according to the gaming machine according to the modification example 3 from the second embodiment, the sub-main control is performed with respect to the hold with a high expectation that becomes a big hit (in particular, the hold on the first main game side). The display mode of the hold on the part SM side can be changed and displayed, and when a predetermined notice effect (in this example, the notice effect is a particular notice effect, especially a notice effect with a low expectation) is executed, It is configured such that the hold display mode can be changed and displayed in accordance with the notice effect and the movement of the displayed image. As a result, even in the case of a notice effect with a low jackpot expectation in the fluctuation, the display mode of the hold may be changed, so that the player's interest in the notice effect can be increased and the enjoyment of the game is improved. It is possible. Also, when the jackpot expectation level rises after the transition to the battle production (second half), if the display of Zako holding, which has a medium jackpot expectation degree, is continued, the battle production with a high jackpot expectation degree is high. Since the interest of (the latter half) may be impaired, even if there is no operation by the player, the expectation is not high at the timing when the production with high expectation (this example, battle presentation (second half)) starts ( In this example, Zako hold) is hidden and it is possible to prevent the interest of the production from being impaired. In addition, it is a condition that the player performs a predetermined operation (for example, pressing the sub input button SB a predetermined number of times) during a period in which a predetermined effect (for example, battle reach (first half)) while the symbol is changing is being executed. As, since the display mode of the hold digestion transmission image can be changed, it can be a player participation type effect, and a player who does not want to know the jackpot expectation degree of the fluctuation by the effect can perform the predetermined operation. By not doing so, it is possible to provide a game in which the display mode of the hold digestion transfer image becomes an effect that does not suggest the jackpot expectation (for example, deletion of the hold digestion transfer image).

  In the modification example 3 from the second embodiment, the background change effect and the hold change effect are provided as the prefetch effect, and only the hold change effect is configured to be executed a plurality of times during the prefetch effect. The background change effect may be executed a plurality of times during the pre-reading effect execution (for example, even after the change to the “angel zone background”, the background change effect may be changed to the “true angel zone background”). In the case of such a configuration, the more the background change effect is executed (the greater the number of times of execution), the higher the degree of expectation that a big hit will be due to the variation related to the prefetch effect being executed (rank. It is desirable to configure so that it will be updated). It should be noted that the background change effect does not change (ranks do not increase) during execution of symbol variation related to trigger hold.

(Third Embodiment)
Here, in the above-described embodiment, the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol are configured to start and stop fluctuating substantially at the same time as the main game symbol, but the variation mode of the decorative symbol is not limited to this. . Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as a third embodiment, and only differences from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  In addition, in the third embodiment, inside the second special winning opening C20, there is a specific area C22 which is an area that triggers the transition to the probability variation gaming state by entering the ball.

  First, FIG. 64 (main game table 1 and main game table 2) is a first main game win / loss lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game win / loss lottery table MN11ta-B) and a first in the third embodiment. It is an example of a main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B). The difference from the present embodiment is that the jackpot probability in the probability variation game state is lowered, and that a short open jackpot and a long open jackpot are provided as the jackpot. Here, the short open big hit, the second special winning opening C20 is a short time (for example, 0.1 in the distribution game execution round (round in which the second big winning opening C20 is opened) during the big hit. It is a big hit that only opens), and the long open big hit means that the second big winning opening C20 is a long time in the sorting game execution round (the second big winning opening C20 is open) during the big hit. It is a jackpot that can be opened (for example, 30 seconds). Incidentally, in the third embodiment, a game ball enters the specific area C22 during the above-described distribution game execution round, so that the probability variation game state is transitioned to after the special game being executed is ended. Has become (a so-called ball machine).

  Next, FIGS. 65 and 66 (main game table 3) are an example of a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). The difference from the present embodiment is that both the first main game side and the second main game side are tables that are referred to when the game is lost and the time shortened game state, and the number of holdings at the start of fluctuation is "0". And "1 to 3" are different in the contents of the table. Incidentally, in the third embodiment, among the variation modes of the second main game symbol selected in the time reduction game state, “b0 (1 second)” is a short variation, and the other variation modes are a long variation, Depending on whether the variation mode of the second main game symbol is short variation or long variation, the method of determining the variation mode of the decorative symbol (especially the first decorative symbol) is configured to be different (details will be described later). .. In the time shortening game state, the game is mainly progressed on the second main game side (to advance the game by right-handing, only the symbol variation on the second main game side is executed, Or, the change of the second main game symbol is more likely to be executed than the change of the first main game symbol).

  Also, as will be described later in detail, in the time shortening game state, the variation time of the second decorative symbol is configured to be the same as the variation time of the second main game symbol, so in the time shortening gaming state The variation time of the two decorative symbols will also be determined depending on the number of reservations at the start of symbol variation (may differ depending on the number of reservations).

  Although not shown, in the third embodiment, in the time shortening game state, the game is mainly progressed on the second main game side (because the game is advanced by right-handing, the second main Only the symbol variation on the game side is executed), since the first main game hold basically does not occur, the variation mode determination table contents related to the first main game symbol in the time-reduced gaming state is a loss. In the case of a short hit (for example, 3 seconds), only one type of change time may be included, and in the case of a big hit, a long time (for example, 30 seconds) of change time may be only one type of contents (time. The symbol variation of the first main game symbol in the shortened gaming state is an irregular symbol variation, so there is no problem even if the variation mode determination table content is simple.) Further, in order to cause the second main game hold during irregular symbol change, the variation mode determination table contents relating to the first main game symbol relating to the loss of the time shortening game state, regardless of the number of hold, short time The variation mode may be selected (for example, the variation time is 5 seconds or more). Incidentally, the number of holdings shown in the figure is not the total number of the first main game holding and the second main game holding, but in the case of the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A, the first main It is the game holding number, and in the case of the second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B, the second main game holding number.

  Next, FIG. 67 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1450 of FIG. 5 in the third embodiment. The difference with the present embodiment is step 1454 (third) to step 1464 (third), the purpose of which is to end the probability variation game state by the number of times of variation of the main game symbol (in non-stochastic variation game state). It is to move). That is, in step 1454 (third), 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. If Yes in step 1454 (third), in step 1456 (third), the specific game control means MP50 subtracts 1 from the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c. Next, in a step 1458 (third), the specific game control means MP50 refers to the probability variation counter MP51c, and determines whether or not the counter value is 0. If Yes in step 1458 (third), in step 1460 (third), the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game probability variation flag in the flag area of the specific game-related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in a step 1462 (third), the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game shortened flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in a step 1464 (third), the specific game control means MP50 turns off the auxiliary game shortened flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and shifts to the step 1470. Even if No in step 1454 (third) or step 1458 (third), the process proceeds to step 1470. In the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment, the symbol variation is executed in the probability variation game state, and the probability variation game state ends (so-called, ST) when the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c becomes 0. Although configured, it is not limited to this, for example, the probability variation game state is configured not to end depending on the number of symbol variations (it can be terminated when the special game is won), and the big hit for the first main game Even if the jackpot related to the second main game is higher than the jackpot related to the long open jackpot, and the jackpot related to the second main game also includes the short open jackpot. Good.

Next, FIG. 68 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 of FIG. 5 in the third embodiment. The difference from this embodiment is step 1611 (third), step 1700 (third) and step 1650 (third), that is, after setting the special game start display instruction command in step 1608, or If the special game execution flag is turned on in step 1610, the special game control means MP30 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b in step 1611 (third), and the round currently being executed is the sorting game. It is determined whether or not it is an execution round (a round in which the second special winning opening C20 having the specific area C22 is opened, and in this example, 2R / 4R). If Yes in step 1611 (third), special game control means M in step 1700 (third)
P30 executes a distribution game execution process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 1634. On the other hand, if No in step 1611 (third), the process moves to step 1612. Further, after setting the special game end display instruction command in step 1638, in step 1650 (third), the special game control means MP30 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and then The process moves to the process (process of step 1997).

  Next, FIG. 69 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution processing according to the subroutine of step 1700 (third) of FIG. 68 in the third embodiment. First, in step 1702, the distribution 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 distribution game execution flag is on. If Yes in step 1702, the process moves to step 1716. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1702, in step 1704, the sorting game execution control means MP36 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and the stopped main game symbol is a long open symbol (7A / 4B. It is 5B and 7B, and the second main game jackpot symbols are all long open symbols). In the case of Yes in step 1704, in step 1706, the distribution game execution control means MP36 has a long opening pattern (for example, opening for 30 seconds, as the opening pattern of the second special winning opening C20 having the specific area C22, An opening pattern designed so that the entry into the specific area C22 is definite is set, and the process proceeds to step 1710. In the case of No in step 1704, in step 1708, the distribution game execution control means MP36 sets a short opening pattern (for example, opening for 0.1 second) as the opening pattern of the second special winning opening C20 having the specific area C22. Then, an opening pattern designed so that non-ball entry into the specific area C22 is definite is set, and the process proceeds to step 1710.

  Next, in step 1710, the sorting game execution control means MP36 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c. Next, in step 1712, the distribution game execution control means MP36 turns on the distribution game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1714, the distribution game execution control means MP36 opens the second special winning opening C20 in the set opening pattern, and proceeds to step 1716.

  Next, in step 1716, the distribution 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 been won in the second special winning opening C20. To do. If Yes in step 1716, the process moves to step 1720. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1716, in step 1718, the distribution game execution control means MP36 determines whether or not the opening period (set opening pattern) of the second special winning opening C20 has ended. If Yes in step 1718, the process moves to step 1720. Next, in step 1720, the distribution game execution control means MP36 closes the second special winning opening C20. Next, in step 1722, the sorting game execution control means MP36 turns off the sorting game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1724, the distribution game execution control means MP36 determines whether or not there is a game ball entering the specific area C22 in the execution round of the distribution game. If Yes in step 1724, in step 1726, the sorting game execution control means MP36 turns on the main game probability variation transition reservation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to step 1728. .. Even if No in step 1724, the process moves to step 1728. Next, in step 1728, the distribution game execution control means MP36 increments the round number counter by 1 (ends the execution round of the distribution game), and shifts to the next processing (processing of step 1634). Even if No in step 1718, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1634).

Next, FIG. 70 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of step 1650 (third) of FIG. 68 in the third embodiment. First, in step 1662, 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 variation transition reservation flag is on. If Yes in step 1662, in step 1664, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game probability variation transition reservation flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in a step 1666, the specific game control means MP50 sets a certain number of times (200 times in this example) in the probability variation number counter MP51c. Next, in a step 1668, 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, and shifts to the step 1672. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1662, the specific game control means MP50 sets the predetermined number of times (50 times in this example) in the time saving counter MP52c in step 1670, and proceeds to step 1672.

  Next, in a step 1672, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game time saving flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Next, in a step 1674, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the auxiliary game shortened flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1997).

  Next, FIG. 71 is a main flowchart on the sub-control board S side (particularly on the sub-main control section SM side) in the third embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 2010 (third) and step 2850 (third), that is, after executing the decorative symbol display content determination processing described above in step 2200, step 2010 (third). Then, the sub control board S refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not the current game state is the time reduction game state. If Yes in step 2010 (third), the process proceeds to step 2300, and if No, in step 2850 (third), the sub-control board S performs a time saving medium decorative symbol display control process, which will be described later. After that, the process proceeds to step 2400.

  Next, FIG. 72 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2200 of FIG. 71 in the third embodiment. Differences from the present embodiment are step 2230 (third) and step 2800 (third), that is, after turning off the symbol content determination permission flag in step 2204, in step 2230 (third), The drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether or not the current game state is the time-reduced game state. If Yes in step 2230 (third), the process proceeds to step 2206, and if No, in step 2800 (third), the drawing display content determination means SM21n causes the time-saving / medium-first device to be described later. The figure content determination process is executed, and the process proceeds to step 2208. The process of step 2218 is not executed in the third embodiment (the symbol content determination flag does not exist). In the third embodiment, the first decorative symbol is composed of three columns, the left column, the middle column, and the right column, and the effective line (the line that becomes effective by arranging the same numerical symbols) is 1. It is a line, and it means a big hit if the same numerical symbols are aligned on the relevant active line (inversely, if the same numerical symbols are not aligned on the relevant active line, it is lost). In the left column, the middle column, and the right column (or in the middle column), only the numerical symbols can be stopped (temporary stop) (the above-mentioned "special symbol" does not stop, or the appearance frequency itself is extremely high). It is configured to have a low probability), and can be temporarily stopped during the change of the symbol (or the probability of the temporary stop is extremely low). In addition, the second decorative pattern is composed of three columns of a left column, a middle column, and a right column, and an effective line (a line in which it is effective to arrange the same symbols) is one line and is the same as the effective line. It means a big hit if the numerical figures are aligned (on the contrary, if the same numerical figures are not aligned on the effective line, it will be lost). In the left column, the middle column, and the right column (or in the middle column), only the numerical symbols can be stopped (temporary stop) (the above-mentioned "special symbol" does not stop), and during the symbol fluctuation. It is configured so that it can be temporarily stopped.

  Next, FIG. 73 is a flow chart of a time saving medium first packaging content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2800 (third) of FIG. 72 in the third embodiment. First, in step 2802, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the first decorative symbol is currently stopped. In the case of Yes in step 2802, in step 2804, the packaging display content determination means SM21n causes the second main game pending content (particularly, the winning / failing result and the variation time) relating to the symbol variation (variation of the main gaming symbol), and Confirm the second main game hold content (especially the variation time), which is the order of digestion up to the first and second pieces, that is, the second main game hold content (especially the winning / failing result and the variation time) excluding the third hold. .. Next, in step 2806, the packaging display content determination means SM21n determines whether or not there is a hold (including the symbol change) that is a change time of a predetermined time (5 seconds in this example) or more related to the confirmed hold, and , Based on the order in which the holding time (including this symbol variation) becomes a variation time of a predetermined time (in this example, 5 seconds) or more, referring to the table for determining the first variation pattern of the time saving medium first packaging variation, the first decorative symbol The variation mode is determined.

  Here, the right side of the figure is an example of the table for determining the first time variation diagram of time saving / medium time in the third embodiment. As shown in this table, in the third embodiment, when the first decorative symbol is stopped (timing of step 2806), the second main game hold number and the second main game symbol variation and the second main symbol The variable time of the first decorative symbol is determined based on the variable time related to the game suspension. As described above, in the variation mode of the second main game symbol, "b0 (1 second)" is short variation, and other than "b0 (1 second)" is long variation.

  Specifically, when there are two or more second main game hold, it is determined whether or not there is a long-change hold in the symbol fluctuation, the first hold, and the second hold. , If there is no hold that is a long variation, the variation time of the 3 variations of the second main game symbol becomes the variation time of the first decorative symbol. For example, when the second main game hold is 3 and the second main game hold number is "1 to 3", the change time is "the change: 1 second, 1st: 1 second, 2 pieces". In the case of "eye: 1 second, 3rd: 1 second", the variation time of the first decorative symbol when the second main game holding number is "1 to 3" is "the variation" and " It becomes a total of 3 seconds of the "first item" and the "second item", and the first decorative symbol is also stopped at the same time (or approximately the same time) as the variation stop of the main game symbol relating to the second hold. .. The second decorative symbol is configured to stop at the same time (or approximately the same time) as the fluctuation stop of the main game symbol in each change.

  On the other hand, if there are two or more second main game hold, and in any of the symbol fluctuation and the first hold and the second hold, there is a long change hold, the first The variation time until the variation of the main game symbol relating to the suspension, which is a long variation of the digestion order, is the variation time of the first decorative symbol. For example, when the second main game hold is 3 and the second main game hold number is "1 to 3", the change time is "the change: 1 second, 1st: 10 seconds, 2 pieces". In the case of "eye: 1 second, 3rd: 1 second", the variation time of the first decorative symbol when the second main game holding number is "1 to 3" is "the variation" and " It becomes a total of 11 seconds with the "first item", and the first decorative symbol is also stopped at the same time (or approximately the same time) as the variation stop of the main game symbol relating to the first suspension which becomes a long variation.

  In addition, when the second main game hold is less than or equal to one, it is determined whether or not there is a hold that is a long change until the hold that becomes the final digestion order (including the symbol change), and a long change If there is no hold, the variable time of the first decorative symbol is the total variation time of the symbol variation of the second main game symbol and all the suspensions. For example, when the second main game hold is 1 and the second main game hold number is "1 to 3", the change time is "the relevant change: 1 second, the first: 1 second" The variation time of the first decorative symbol when the second main game holding number is "1 to 3" is 2 seconds, which is the total of "the variation" and "the first", At the same time (or almost at the same time) as the fluctuation of the main game symbol relating to the hold of the eyes is stopped, the first decorative symbol is also stopped.

  On the other hand, if the second main game hold is less than or equal to 1, and if there is a long variation hold until the last hold order (including the symbol variation), the first hold order The variation time until the variation of the main game symbol relating to the suspension that becomes a long variation is the variation time of the first decorative symbol. For example, when the second main game hold is 1 and the variable time when the second main game hold number is "1 to 3" is "the relevant change: 1 second, the first: 10 seconds" In, the variation time of the first decorative symbol when the second main game hold number maintains "1 to 3" is 11 seconds, which is the sum of "the variation" and "the first", which is a long variation. At the same time (or substantially at the same time) as the variation stop of the main game symbol related to the first hold, the first decorative symbol will also be stopped.

  In addition, in the third embodiment, the variation time of the first decorative symbol is determined at the timing of step 2806, that is, the timing after the hold digestion, but the present invention is not limited to this, and before the reserve digestion. At the timing, the second main game hold information may be confirmed and the variation time of the first decorative symbol may be determined.

  Next, in step 2808, the drawing display content determination means SM21n refers to the hold information confirmed in step 2804, and determines whether or not there is a big hit hold in the confirmed second main game hold. In the case of Yes in step 2808, in step 2810, the packaging display content determination means SM21n determines the stop symbol of the first decorative symbol based on the information regarding the stop symbol of the main game symbol related to the big jackpot holding, and the step The processing shifts to 2814. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2808, in step 2812, the packaging display content determination means SM21n determines the stop symbol of the first decorative symbol to be the lost symbol, and proceeds to step 2814. In the process of step 2812, the stop pattern of the first decorative symbol is reached according to the variation time of the first decorative symbol (the stop symbol in the left column and the right column are the same, for example, “4.6. It may be configured to determine whether it is “4”) or whether it is a disparity (for example, stop symbols in the left column and the right column are not the same, for example, “4 · 6 · 3”). Next, in step 2814, the design drawing display content determination means SM21n turns on the time saving first symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and the next process (step 2208). Process)). Even if No in step 2802, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2208).

  Although not shown, in the third embodiment, in the time shortened game state, the game is mainly progressed on the second main game side (the second game is progressed by right-handing, so the second game is performed). Because only the symbol variation on the main game side is executed), the first main game hold basically does not occur, but the first main game hold occurs due to the player performing left-handing, etc. In this case, it is desirable that the first decorative symbol has the same variation time as the main game symbol until the variation related to the first main game suspension is completed.

  Next, FIG. 74 is a flowchart of a time saving medium decoration symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2850 (third) of FIG. 71 in the third embodiment. First, in step 2852, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the fluctuation of the main game symbol has started. In the case of Yes in step 2852, in step 2854, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2856, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 starts the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the second packaging variation time management timer SM21t-2, and proceeds to step 2858. On the other hand, if No in step 2852, the process moves to step 2858.

Next, in step 2858, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the packaging 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 2858, in step 2860, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms the timer values of the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the second packaging variation time management timer SM21t-2. Next, in step 2862, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the first decorative symbol is stopped. If Yes in step 2862, in step 2864, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 starts variable display of the first decorative symbol, and proceeds to step 2866. On the other hand, in the case of No at step 2862, at step 2865, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 continues the variable display of the first decorative symbol, and proceeds to step 2866.

  Next, in step 2866, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 variably displays the second decorative symbol. Next, in step 2868, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 appropriately executes the image display such as the temporary stop display, the notice image display, the reach image display, etc. relating to the determined change of the main game symbol. The first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol can be temporarily stopped and displayed in the time-saving game state, but they are not temporarily stopped in a stop mode such as a "special symbol" or a pseudo continuous symbol. As a specific example of the temporary stop, the first decorative symbol is a reach due to a pattern change that is a reach change for a long time (for example, 30 seconds or more) (the left row and the right row are temporarily stopped. It may be configured to temporarily stop the second decorative symbol during the period), or may be configured to temporarily stop the first decorative symbol as a pseudo continuous variation before the first decorative symbol reaches the reach. ..

  Next, in step 2870, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the main information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the main game symbol has stopped. In the case of Yes in step 2870, in step 2872, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the packaging display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the stop timing of the first decorative symbol is reached. In the case of Yes in step 2872, in step 2874, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms and displays the first decorative symbol. Next, in step 2876, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero-clears) the first packaging variation time management timer SM21t-1, and proceeds to step 2880. On the other hand, in the case of No at step 2872, at step 2878, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 continues the variable display of the first decorative symbol, and proceeds to step 2880.

  Next, in step 2880, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 confirms and displays the second decorative symbol. Next, in step 2882, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero-clears) the second packaging variation time management timer SM21t-2, and shifts to the next processing (processing of step 2400). Even if No in step 2858 or step 2870, the process moves to the next process (process in step 2400).

  Here, the upper part of the figure is an image drawing of the variation of the decorative symbol during the reduction of working hours, and illustrates an example of the operation relating to the variation of the decorative symbol in the third embodiment. First, the "main game symbol variation start state" means that at the timing when the main game symbol (particularly, the second main game symbol) begins to vary, the decorative symbol (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol) begins to vary. Is displayed. The shaded areas indicate that the decorative design (first decorative design) is changing. In addition, at the timing when the main game symbol (especially, the second main game symbol) fluctuates, it is displayed whether or not the decorative symbol (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol) fluctuates. The shaded areas indicate that the decorative design (first decorative design) is changing. In this way, the second decorative symbol, at the same (or almost the same) timing as the variation of the main game symbol (particularly, the second main game symbol), start and stop the variation (match with the variation of the main game symbol). While the second decorative symbol is configured to start and stop changing every three changes of the main game symbol (particularly, the second main game symbol). That is, the first decorative design is configured such that one design fluctuation can be executed over a plurality of fluctuation periods of the main game design (and the second decorative design).

  With the above-described configuration, according to the gaming machine according to the third embodiment, the variation time of the first decorative symbol is determined based on the pending number and the variation time of the second main game suspension, By configuring the variation time of the first decorative symbol as the value of the variation time of the second main game symbol multiple times, the variation of the main game symbol multiple times is played as if it were one variation of the game. It can be shown to a person, and in the case of a large number of times (200 times in this example) the number of fluctuations of the main game symbol, which is the ending condition of the probability fluctuation game state, as in the third embodiment, a small number of times ( For example, it can be shown to the player as 100 times, and it is possible to alleviate the boring of progress of the game due to continuous loss variation during the probability variation game state, and at the same time, probability variation game. The jackpot probability in the state is actually So that the can feel like the remote has risen.

  In the third embodiment, the second decorative design is configured to be fixedly stopped three times in a period in which the first decorative design is fixedly stopped once. However, the fixed stop count of the second decorative design is set. The maximum number of 3 times is a value smaller than the second main game holding upper limit number of 4 times (if the second main game holding upper limit number is exceeded, the first decorative symbol is changing. Therefore, there may be a situation where the second main game hold is exhausted).

  Note that the board surface configuration of the third embodiment may be changed, and for example, the game ball can almost certainly pass through the auxiliary game starting opening H10 and the second main game starting opening B10 when right-handing is executed. It is arranged so as to vertically overlap on the route (the auxiliary game starting opening H10 is arranged on the upper side when viewed from the player), and almost all the game balls flowing down the route and passing through the auxiliary game starting opening H10 are You may comprise so that it can enter into the 2nd main game starting opening B10. In such a case, in the time shortening game state, during the period from when the game ball passes through the auxiliary game starting port H10 to when it enters the second main game starting port B10, "the auxiliary game symbol Change start → end of change of the auxiliary game symbol → opening of the second main game start port electric auditors B11d is desirable, so "the change time of the auxiliary game symbol is 0.2 seconds, the second main game start port electric It is preferable to set the opening mode of the accessory B11d to “open for 6 seconds → close”. Incidentally, in the case of such a configuration, when the right hitting is executed in the time shortening game state, in order to prevent a large amount of game balls from entering the second main game starting opening B10, the second main game It is desirable that the number of prize balls of the starting opening B10 is one (the number of prize balls of the first main game starting opening A10 is three).

  In addition, in the third embodiment, while confirming the second main game holding content while the first decorative symbol is stopped, it is configured to determine the variation time relating to the next variation of the first decorative symbol, the second If there is a hold that becomes a long variation of the main game symbol until the second digestion order, the first decorative symbol is also configured to stop at the same time when the symbol variation related to the long variation hold is stopped. Therefore, the change time of the first decorative pattern may not depend on the number of holdings at the start of the change of the first decorative pattern, and by the hold that occurs during the change of the first decorative pattern, the first of the next change The variation time of the decorative pattern is configured to be different.

In addition, in the third embodiment, as described above, when there are two or more second main game suspensions, and in any of the symbol variation and the first suspension and the second suspension, a long variation. When there is a hold that becomes, the change time until the change of the main game symbol related to the hold that becomes the longest variation of the first digestion order is configured to be the change time of the first decorative symbol, and, If there is no hold that is a long change in one of the symbol variation, the first hold and the second hold, the variation time for the three variations of the second main game symbol is the variation of the first decorative symbol. Although it is configured to be time, for example, the variation time when the second main game hold is 3 and the second main game hold number is "1 to 3" In the case of "1st: 1 second, 2nd: 1 second, 3rd: 1 second", the second main game hold number is "1-3" The variation time of the first decorative pattern when held is planned to be a total of 3 seconds including the "variation", "first item" and "second item", but the second main game hold is "1 Without maintaining "3", for example, when the actual variation time is "the relevant variation: 1 second, the first: 1 second, the second: 5 seconds", the variation of the first decorative symbol The time is 7 seconds, which is the total of the “variation”, the “first item”, and the “second item”, and the variation time of the first decorative symbol may differ depending on the presence or absence of the additional holding occurrence.

  Incidentally, in the third embodiment, while confirming the second main game hold content while the first decorative symbol is stopped, it is configured to determine the variation time relating to the next variation of the first decorative symbol, When the effect related to the first decorative symbol may be determined during the stop, for example, when a "lightning effect" is executed on the effect display device SG at the start of fluctuation due to a certain first decorative symbol fluctuation. In, while the first decorative symbol fluctuation is stopped, confirm the subsequent fluctuation content of the second decorative symbol (or the fluctuation content of the second main game symbol), and in the next first decorative symbol fluctuation, "Lightning bolt" May be determined again. In addition, the more the “lightning production” continues, the higher the degree of expectation that a big hit will be due to the first decorative symbol fluctuation (or the main game symbol fluctuation included in the first decorative symbol fluctuation) related to the effect. It is desirable to configure it to be high. In addition, although the timing of confirming the change content of the second decorative symbol (or the change content of the second main game symbol) may be changed, when the change start timing of the first decorative symbol is confirmed, at the same timing. In contrast to the fact that only the contents of the change relating to the second main game hold can be confirmed, when the change is confirmed at the change stop timing or the change end timing of the first decorative symbol, the first occurred in the period during the change of the first decorative symbol. Since it is possible to confirm the variation contents of the 2 main game suspension, it is desirable that the confirmation timing is after the last stage of the variation of the first decorative symbol.

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

The pachinko game machine according to this aspect (1),
A starting port into which a game ball can enter (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10),
A variable winning opening (for example, a first big winning opening C10, a second big winning opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
An identification information display section capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
And a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10, the second main game starting opening B10) , A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B),
A game content determination means (for example, a game content determination means MN) that executes a win / fail judgment based on the random number and determines a stop display mode of identification information and a variable display mode of identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g, the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display the identification information after playing,
After the result of the winning / non-winning determination is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed, the variable winning a prize mouth (for example, the first special winning a prize mouth C10, the second special winning a prize mouth C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a game (for example, special game control means MP30),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After the variable display of the first effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the first effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). First effect symbol display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21),
After the variable display of the second effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the second effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). And a second effect symbol display control means (for example, a decorative symbol display control means SM21),
The period from the variable display start of the identification information to the stop display is one production period, and within the certain one production period, both the first production design and the second production design can be variably displayed.
The first effect design that is variably displayed within a certain effect period may be tentatively stopped and displayed before being definitely stopped and displayed within the certain effect period, and the tentatively stopped. When it is displayed, it is possible to execute a pseudo-variation that is variably displayed again within the certain one effect period, and when the first effect symbol is provisionally stopped and displayed, the first effect symbol is confirmed. The special stop display mode that is not displayed when it is stopped and displayed is configured to be temporarily stopped and displayed,
The second effect symbol that is variably displayed within a certain effect period is a pachinko game machine characterized in that the special stop display mode is configured not to be temporarily stopped and displayed within the certain effect period. is there.

The pachinko game machine according to this aspect (2),
A starting port into which a game ball can enter (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10),
A variable winning opening (for example, a first big winning opening C10, a second big winning opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
An identification information display section capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
And a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10, the second main game starting opening B10) , A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B),
A game content determination means (for example, a game content determination means MN) that executes a win / fail judgment based on the random number and determines a stop display mode of identification information and a variable display mode of identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g, the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display the identification information after playing,
After the result of the winning / non-winning determination is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed, the variable winning a prize mouth (for example, the first special winning a prize mouth C10, the second special winning a prize mouth C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a game (for example, special game control means MP30),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After a plurality of types of first effect symbols are variably displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the first effect symbols to be one kind or a combination of a plurality of types are effect display units (for example, First effect symbol display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21) that is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display device SG),
After a plurality of types of second effect symbols are variably displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), one effect or a combination of a plurality of types of second effect symbols is effect effect display unit (for example, And a second effect symbol display control means (for example, a decorative symbol display control means SM21) for controlling the stop display on the effect display device SG),
A period from the variable display start of the identification information to the stop display is defined as one production period, and the first production symbol is variably displayed within a certain production period and then is definitely stopped and displayed within the certain one production period. In, it is configured to steadily display the second effect design after it is variably displayed,
The first production design that is variably displayed within a certain production period may be provisionally stopped and displayed before the definite display is stopped within the certain production period, and the provisional stop may be performed. When it is displayed, it is configured to be variably displayed again within the certain one effect period, and when the first effect symbol is tentatively or tentatively stopped and displayed, at the time of the stop display. While the special game is not executed, after that, a special stop display mode indicating that there is a possibility of executing the special game can be stopped and displayed as the first effect design which is a combination of the one type or a plurality of types. Is configured,
The second effect design that is variably displayed within a certain one effect period cannot be provisionally stopped and displayed before being definitely stopped and displayed within the certain one effect period, or the certain one effect Even in the case where the temporary stop display is performed before the definite stop display within the period, the special stop display mode is the second effect design which is a combination of the one type or a plurality of types. It is not possible to stop display, and even when the second effect design is definitely stopped and displayed, the special stop display mode is not stopped and displayed as the second effect design that is a combination of the one type or a plurality of types. It is a pachinko game machine characterized by being played.

The pachinko game machine according to this aspect (3),
A starting port into which a game ball can enter (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10),
A variable winning a prize mouth which can take an open state and a closed state (for example, a first big winning mouth C10, a second big winning mouth C
20),
An identification information display section capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
And a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10, the second main game starting opening B10) , A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B),
A game content determination means (for example, a game content determination means MN) that executes a win / fail judgment based on the random number and determines a stop display mode of identification information and a variable display mode of identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g, the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display the identification information after playing,
After the result of the winning / non-winning determination is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed, the variable winning a prize mouth (for example, the first special winning a prize mouth C10, the second special winning a prize mouth C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a game (for example, special game control means MP30),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After the variable display of the first effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the first effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). First effect symbol display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21),
After the variable display of the second effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the second effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). And a second effect symbol display control means (for example, a decorative symbol display control means SM21),
The period from the variable display start of the identification information to the stop display is one production period, and within the certain one production period, both the first production design and the second production design can be variably displayed.
The first effect design that is variably displayed within a certain effect period may be tentatively stopped and displayed before being definitely stopped and displayed within the certain effect period, and the tentatively stopped. When it is displayed, it is possible to execute a pseudo-variation that is variably displayed again within the certain one effect period, and when the first effect symbol is provisionally stopped and displayed, the first effect symbol is confirmed. The special stop display mode that is not displayed when it is stopped and displayed is configured to be temporarily stopped and displayed,
The second effect design that is variably displayed within a certain effect period is configured such that the special stop display mode is not provisionally stopped and displayed within the certain effect period.
As a display state of the first production symbol within a certain production period, the first display state that the first production symbol that is variably displayed is visible to the player, and the first production symbol that is variably displayed. Is configured to take any one of the second display state in which the first production design is more difficult for the player to visually recognize than the first production state, and the second production within a certain production period. The design is configured to be displayed at least in the case of the second display state,
In the case where the special stop display mode is provisionally stopped and displayed as the first effect design within a certain effect period, the specification that cannot be included when the first effect design is definitely stopped and displayed It is configured to be a first special stop display mode that includes a type of first effect design, or a second special stop display mode that does not include the particular type of first effect design,
When the first effect design is tentatively stopped and displayed within a certain effect period, the second special stop display mode is tentatively compared to the case where the first special stop display mode is tentatively stopped and displayed. The pachinko gaming machine is characterized in that it is configured so that the expectation of execution of the special game after the end of the certain one effect period is higher when it is stopped and displayed.

The pachinko game machine according to this aspect (4),
A starting port into which a game ball can enter (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10),
A variable winning opening (for example, a first big winning opening C10, a second big winning opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
An identification information display section capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
And a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10, the second main game starting opening B10) , A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B),
When the random number is acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A and the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. Temporarily storing the acquired random number up to, and a random number temporary storage means (for example, a symbol holding means MJ32) that controls the holding to occur,
When the variable display start condition of the identification information regarding a certain hold is satisfied, a win / fail judgment is executed based on the random number related to the certain hold, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variable display of the identification information are based on the result of the win / fail judgment. A game content determining means (for example, game content determining means MN) for determining the mode,
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g, the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display the identification information after playing,
After the result of the winning / non-winning determination is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed, the variable winning a prize mouth (for example, the first special winning a prize mouth C10, the second special winning a prize mouth C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a game (for example, special game control means MP30),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After the effect symbols are variably displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the effect symbols are controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). Display control means (for example, effect display control means SM20),
The period from the variable display start of the identification information to the stop display is defined as one production period, and the production symbols can be variably displayed within a certain production period.
The effect design that is variably displayed within a certain one effect period may be tentatively stopped and displayed before it is definitely stopped and displayed within the certain one effect period, and the tentatively stopped and displayed. If it is possible, it is possible to execute a pseudo-variation that is variably displayed again within the certain one production period, and when the production symbol is definitely or tentatively stopped, the tentatively or tentatively stopped. While the special game is not executed at the time of the display, the special stop display mode indicating that the special game may be executed after the certain or temporary stop display is deterministic or temporary It is configured to be able to be stopped displayed in
After a certain hold occurs, but before the variable display start condition of the identification information about the certain hold is satisfied, if the predetermined condition is satisfied, the certain hold is defined as a specific hold, and when the certain hold occurs , If there is one or more pre-digestion hold that is a hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of identification information before the certain hold, the change display start condition of identification information regarding the pre-digestion hold is set. In the one production period corresponding to the case of being satisfied, the special stop display mode is definitely stopped and displayed as the effect symbol only when the effect symbol is definitely stopped and displayed, while the identification regarding the specific hold is performed. Within one production period corresponding to the case where the variable display start condition of information is satisfied, the special symbol is used as the production symbol only when the production symbol is provisionally stopped and displayed. It is pachinko machines, characterized in that stop display mode is configured to be displayed temporarily stopped.

A starting port into which a game ball can enter (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10),
A variable winning opening (for example, a first big winning opening C10, a second big winning opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
An identification information display section capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
And a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10, the second main game starting opening B10) , A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B),
When the random number is acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A and the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. A random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30) that temporarily stores the acquired random number and controls so that the hold occurs.
When the variable display start condition of the identification information regarding a certain hold is satisfied, a win / fail judgment is executed based on the random number related to the certain hold, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variable display of the identification information are based on the result of the win / fail judgment. A game content determining means (for example, game content determining means MN) for determining the mode,
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g, the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display the identification information after playing,
After the result of the winning / non-winning determination is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed, the variable winning a prize mouth (for example, the first special winning a prize mouth C10, the second special winning a prize mouth C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a game (for example, special game control means MP30),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After the effect design is variably displayed on the effect display unit (eg, effect display device SG), the effect design is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (eg, effect display device SG). And display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21),
The period from the variable display start of the identification information to the stop display is defined as one production period, and the production symbols can be variably displayed within a certain production period.
The effect design that is variably displayed within a certain one effect period may be tentatively stopped and displayed before it is definitely stopped and displayed within the certain one effect period, and the tentatively stopped and displayed. If it is possible, it is possible to execute a pseudo-variation that is variably displayed again within the certain one production period, and when the production symbol is definitely or tentatively stopped, the tentatively or tentatively stopped. While the special game is not executed at the time of the display, the special stop display mode indicating that the special game may be executed after the certain or temporary stop display is deterministic or temporary It is configured to be able to be stopped displayed in
When the production symbol is definitely or provisionally stopped and displayed within a certain production period, if the special stop display mode is displayed as a production symbol in a stopped manner, at least one special production symbol and special It is configured to be a combination with a plurality of normal production symbols that are different types from the production symbols,
When a certain hold is met after a certain hold has occurred and before the condition for starting variable display of identification information regarding that hold has been satisfied, the certain hold is designated as a specific hold, and when the certain hold occurs , If there is one or more pre-digestion hold that is a hold that will satisfy the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, the change display start condition of the identification information regarding the pre-digestion hold is set. When the special stop display mode is fixedly or tentatively stop-displayed within one production period corresponding to the case of being satisfied, while the plurality of normal production symbols cannot be the same type, identification regarding specific suspension When the special stop display mode is tentatively or tentatively stopped and displayed within one effect period corresponding to the case where the variable display start condition of information is satisfied, the plurality of normal effects are displayed. Symbol is pachinko machine, characterized by being configured so that can be the same type.

The pachinko game machine according to this aspect (6),
A first starting opening (for example, a first main game starting opening A10) into which a game ball can enter,
A second starting opening (for example, the second main game starting opening B10) into which a game ball can enter,
A variable member that is attached to a second starting port (for example, the second main game starting port B10) and can be displaced into an open state and a closed state, and when it is displaced into the open state, a second starting port (for example, the second) A game ball can enter the main game starting opening B10) or is easier to enter as compared to the closed state, and when it is displaced to the closed state, the game ball enters the second starting opening (for example, the second main game starting opening B10). Is a variable member (for example, the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d) that is configured to be difficult to enter as compared with the state where the ball cannot enter or is open,
A variable winning opening (for example, a first big winning opening C10, a second big winning opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
A first identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of displaying the first identification information,
A second identification information display section capable of displaying the second identification information (for example, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
It is provided with a sub game part (for example, a sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display part,
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
A first random number acquisition means (for example, a first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a first random number based on a ball entering the first starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10). ,
A first game content determining means (for example, game content) that executes a win / fail judgment based on the first random number and determines a stop display mode of the first identification information and a variable display mode of the first identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination. Deciding means MN),
According to the determination by the first game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), after the first identification information is variably displayed on the first identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g), First identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display one identification information,
Second random number acquisition means (for example, second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B) that acquires a second random number based on the ball entering the second start opening (for example, the second main game start opening B10). ,
Second game content determination means (for example, game content) that executes a win / fail judgment based on the second random number and determines a stop display mode of the second identification information and a variable display mode of the second identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination. Deciding means MN),
According to the determination by the second game content determination means (for example, game content determination means MN), the second identification information is variably displayed on the second identification information display portion (for example, the second main game symbol display portion B21g) and then the second identification information is displayed. Second identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) for controlling the second identification information to be stopped and displayed,
After the win / fail judgment result based on the first random number is won and the first identification information is stopped and displayed, or after the win / fail judgment result based on the second random number is win and the second identification information is stopped and displayed. , Special game control means (for example, special game control means MP30) capable of executing a special game in which the variable winning openings (for example, the first special winning opening C10 and the second special winning opening C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. ,
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After the effect design is variably displayed on the effect display unit (eg, effect display device SG), the effect design is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (eg, effect display device SG). And display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21),
The period from the variable display start of the first identification information to the stop display or the period from the variable display start of the second identification information to the stop display is defined as one production period, and the production symbols can be variably displayed within a certain production period. Has been done,
The effect design that is variably displayed within a certain one effect period may be tentatively stopped and displayed before it is definitely stopped and displayed within the certain one effect period, and the tentatively stopped and displayed. If it is possible, it is possible to execute a pseudo-variation that is variably displayed again within the certain one production period, and when the production symbol is definitely or tentatively stopped, the tentatively or tentatively stopped. While the special game is not executed at the time of the display, the special stop display mode indicating that the special game may be executed after the certain or temporary stop display is deterministic or temporary It is configured to be able to be stopped displayed in
In the one production period corresponding to the period from the variable display start of the first identification information to the stop display, and within the one production period corresponding to the period from the variable display start of the second identification information to the stop display, the special stop It is a pachinko gaming machine characterized in that the display mode is configured to be different from each other in a definite or temporary stop display ratio.

The pachinko game machine according to this aspect (7),
A starting port into which a game ball can enter (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10),
A variable winning opening (for example, a first big winning opening C10, a second big winning opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
An identification information display section capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
It is provided with a sub game part (for example, a sub control board S) for controlling the effect display on the effect display part,
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10, the second main game starting opening B10) , A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B),
When the random number is acquired by the random number acquisition means (for example, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A and the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B), the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied. A random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30) that temporarily stores the acquired random number and controls so that the hold occurs.
When the variable display start condition of the identification information regarding a certain hold is satisfied, a win / fail judgment is executed based on the random number related to the certain hold, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variable display of the identification information are based on the result of the win / fail judgment. A game content determining means (for example, game content determining means MN) for determining the mode,
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g, the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display the identification information after playing,
After the result of the winning / non-winning determination is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed, the variable winning a prize mouth (for example, the first special winning a prize mouth C10, the second special winning a prize mouth C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a game (for example, special game control means MP30),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After the variable display of the first effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the first effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). First effect symbol display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21),
After the variable display of the second effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the second effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). And a second effect symbol display control means (for example, a decorative symbol display control means SM21),
The period from the variable display start of the identification information to the stop display is one production period, and within the certain one production period, both the first production design and the second production design can be variably displayed.
When a predetermined number of holdings are present at any timing within a certain one effect period, the first effect symbols variably displayed within the certain one effect period are within the certain one effect period. It is performed when the variable display start condition of the identification information regarding any of the predetermined number of holdings is satisfied after the display is not definitely stopped and displayed continuously after the end of the certain production period. Within the one production period, while the first production design that is continuously displayed in a variable manner is definitely stopped and displayed,
Even if there is a predetermined number of holdings at any timing within a certain one effect period, the second effect symbol that is variably displayed within the certain one effect period is within the certain one effect period. It is a pachinko game machine characterized in that it is configured to be stopped and displayed definitely.

The pachinko game machine according to this aspect (8),
A starting port into which a game ball can enter (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10),
A variable winning opening (for example, a first big winning opening C10, a second big winning opening C20) that can take an open state and a closed state,
An identification information display section capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display section A21g, a second main game symbol display section B21g),
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects (for example, effect display device SG),
And a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the effect display on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG),
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M),
Random number acquisition means (for example, first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A) that acquires a random number based on the ball entering the starting opening (for example, the first main game starting opening A10, the second main game starting opening B10) , A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B),
A game content determination means (for example, a game content determination means MN) that executes a win / fail judgment based on the random number and determines a stop display mode of identification information and a variable display mode of identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination
According to the determination by the game content determination means (for example, the game content determination means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display portion (for example, the first main game symbol display portion A21g, the second main game symbol display portion B21g). Identification information display control means (for example, first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C) that controls to stop and display the identification information after playing,
After the result of the winning / non-winning determination is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed, the variable winning a prize mouth (for example, the first special winning a prize mouth C10, the second special winning a prize mouth C20) can be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a game (for example, special game control means MP30),
Game information transmission means (for example, information transmission control means) for transmitting game information necessary for effect display executed on the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side to the sub-game section (for example, sub-control board S) side. MT) and
The sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) is
Game information receiving means (for example, information transmission / reception control means SM40) for receiving game information transmitted from the main game section (for example, main control board M) side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving unit (for example, the information transmission / reception control unit SM40), the effect display content control unit (for example, the effect display content control unit that controls the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG)). , Effect display control means SM20),
After the variable display of the first effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the first effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). First effect symbol display control means (for example, decorative symbol display control means SM21),
After the variable display of the second effect symbol on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG), the second effect symbol is controlled to be stopped and displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG). And a second effect symbol display control means (for example, a decorative symbol display control means SM21),
The period from the variable display start of the identification information to the stop display is one production period, and within the certain one production period, both the first production design and the second production design can be variably displayed.
When a plurality of types of first effect symbols are provided and the result of the winning / disapproval determination is winning, when the first effect symbols are stopped and displayed, the combination of the same first effect symbols is stopped and displayed. On the other hand, when the result of the winning / disapproval determination is non-winning, when the stop display of the first effect symbol is configured to stop display a combination of first effect symbols that are not the same type,
When a plurality of types of second effect symbols are provided and the result of the win / fail judgment is a win, when the second effect symbols are stopped and displayed, the combination of the second effect symbols of the same type is stopped and displayed. On the other hand, when the result of the winning / disapproval determination is non-winning, when the second production design is stopped and displayed, it is configured to stop and display a combination of second production designs that are not the same type,
More than the total number of combinations of the first effect symbols that can be stopped and displayed when the result of the win / loss determination is non-win, a combination of the second effect symbols that can be stopped and displayed when the result of the win / loss determination is non-win It is configured so that the total number is smaller,
The effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG) has a plurality of kinds of effect display modes as effect display modes that are dependent upon controlling the effect display contents displayed.
When displaying a certain first effect symbol of the plurality of types of first effect symbols, a display attribute relating to the certain first effect symbol in an effect display mode of a certain type, and the certain type Different from the display attribute related to the certain first effect design in the effect display mode different from the effect display mode of
When displaying a certain second effect symbol of the plurality of types of second effect symbols, a display attribute relating to the certain second effect symbol in an effect display mode of the certain type, and the certain type It is configured such that the display attribute relating to the certain second effect design in the effect display mode different from the effect display mode of is different,
The result of the win / loss determination is non-winning than the probability that the certain first effect design is included in the combination of the first effect symbols that can be stopped and displayed when the result of the win / no determination is non-win. In a pachinko game machine, a combination of second effect symbols that can be stopped and displayed in such a case is configured so that the probability that the certain second effect symbol is included is higher.

M main control board, MJ game information control means MJ10 ball entry determination means,
MJ11-A 1st main game starting mouth entrance judging means MJ11-B 2nd main game starting entrance judging means, MJ11-H Auxiliary game entrance entrance judging means MJ11-C10 1st big winning entrance judging Means, MJ11-C20 Second prize winning entrance determination means MJ20 Random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ21-A First main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ21-H Auxiliary Game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ30 hold control means, MJ31 hold digestion control means MJ31j variation start condition satisfaction determination means, MJ32 symbol hold means MJ32-A first main game symbol hold means, MJ32b-A first main game symbol hold information temporary Storage means MJ32-B second main game symbol holding means, MJ32b-B second main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32-H auxiliary game symbol retention Means, MJ32b-H auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MN game content determination means, MN10 winning / losing lottery means MN11-A first main gaming winning / boring lottery means, MN11ta-A first main gaming winning / winning lottery table MN11-B second Main game win / loss lottery means, MN11ta-B Second main game win / loss lottery table MN11-H Auxiliary game win / loss lottery means, MN11ta-H Auxiliary game win / loss lottery table MN20 Special game transition decision means, MN40 Symbol content decision means MN41-A First main game symbol determining means, MN41ta-A First main game symbol determining lottery table MN41-B Second main game symbol determining means, MN41ta-B Second main game symbol determining lottery table MN41-H Auxiliary game symbol determination Means, MN41ta-H auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN50 fluctuation mode determination Dan, 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 determining means MN51ta-B second main game variation mode determining lottery Table, MN51-H auxiliary game variation mode determination means MN51ta-H auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table, MP game progress means MP10 display control means, MP11-C first and second main game symbol control means MP11t-C first -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 auditors opening and closing control means MP21-B second Main game starting opening electric role opening / closing condition determining means, MP22t-B second main game starting opening electric role opening timer MP30 special game control hand , MP31 condition determination means MP32 special game content determination means, MP32ta special game content reference table MP33 special game execution means, MP33-C first and second big winning opening electric auditors opening / closing control means MP33c prize ball counter, MP34 special game time Management means MP34t Special game timer, MP50 Specific game control means MP51 Probability change end condition determination means, MP52 Time saving end condition determination means MP52c Time saving counter, MB Game state temporary storage means MB10-C First / second main game state temporary storage Means, MB11b-C first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB10-H auxiliary game state temporary storage means, MB11b-H auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB20b special game related information temporary storage means, MB30b specific game related Information temporary storage means MT Information transmission control hand MT10 command transmission buffer, MH award ball payout determination means A first main game peripheral equipment, A10 first main game start opening A11s first main game start entrance ball detection device, A20 first main game symbol display device A21g first Main game symbol display section, A21h 1st main game symbol hold display section B 2nd main game peripheral device, B10 2nd main game start opening B11s 2nd main game start entrance ball detection device, B11d 2nd main game start opening Electric Characteristic B20 Second main game symbol display device, B21g Second main game symbol display section B21h Second main game symbol hold display section, C 1st and 2nd main game common peripheral device C10 1st prize hole, C11s 1st Special winning prize winning detection device C11d 1st special winning prize electric prize, C20 2nd special winning prize C21s 2nd special prize winning prize detecting device, C21d 2nd special prize electric prize H auxiliary game peripheral device, H10 Auxiliary game starting opening H11s auxiliary game starting opening ball entrance detection device, H20 auxiliary game pattern display device H21g auxiliary game symbol display unit, H21h auxiliary game symbol reservation display unit S sub-control board, SM effect display control unit (sub-main control board)
SM10 display information receiving means, SM11b main side information temporary storage means SM20 effect display control means, SM21 decorative design display control means SM21n design drawing display content determining means, SM21ta design content variation content lottery table SM21ta-2 decorative design effect table, SM21b temporary drawing related information temporary storage means SM21t-1 first fixed drawing variable time management timer, SM22 basic drawing holding information display control means, SM22b temporary drawing holding 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 advance notice effect display control means, SM24n advance notice effect display content determination means SM24b advance notice effect related information temporary storage means, SM25 reach effect display control means SM25n reach effect display content determination means, SM25 b Reach production related information temporary storage means SM40 Information transmission / reception control means SS Production display means (sub-sub control unit), SS10 Sub information transmission / reception control means SS20 Image display control means, SS21b Image display related information temporary storage means SG Production display device, SG10 display Area SG11 Decorative symbol display area, SG12 first hold display section SG13 second hold display section KH prize ball payout control board KE prize ball payout device

Claims (1)

A first starting opening that allows game balls to enter,
A second starting opening that allows game balls to enter,
A variable winning opening that can be opened 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,
A main game unit that controls the progress of the game,
A production display unit that can display productions,
It is provided with a sub game part that controls the effect display on the effect display part,
The main game department is
A first random number acquisition means for acquiring a first random number based on the ball entering the first starting opening,
A first game content determination means for performing a win / fail judgment based on the first random number, and determining a stop display mode of the first identification information and a variable display mode of the first identification information based on the result of the win / no judgment.
According to the determination by the first game content determination means, a first identification information display control means for controlling the first identification information display unit to display the first identification information in a variable manner and then stop the first identification information.
Second random number acquisition means for acquiring a second random number based on the ball entering the second starting opening,
A second game content determination means for performing a win / fail judgment based on the second random number, and determining a stop display mode of the second identification information and a variable display mode of the second identification information based on the result of the win / fail determination.
In accordance with the determination by the second game content determination means, second identification information display control means for controlling the second identification information display unit to variably display the second identification information and then stop the second identification information.
After the result of the judgment result based on the first random number is a win and the first identification information is stopped and displayed, or after the result of the judgment result based on the second random number is a win and the second identification information is stopped and displayed , A special game control means capable of executing a special game in which the variable winning opening can be in an advantageous state for the player,
A game state transition control means that has a normal game state and a specific game state in which it is easier to enter the second starting opening than the normal game state, and that can be controlled to become the specific game state after the end of execution of the special game,
With the game information transmitting means for transmitting the game information necessary for the performance display executed on the sub-game section side to the sub-game section side, the second identification information is variably displayed while the first identification information is variably displayed. And the first identification information is not variably displayed while the second identification information is variably displayed.
The sub-game department
Game information receiving means for receiving the game information transmitted from the main game section side,
Based on the game information received by the game information receiving means, effect display content control means for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit,
After the first effect symbol is variably displayed on the effect display unit, first effect symbol display control means for controlling to display the final display mode of the first effect symbol on the effect display unit,
After the second effect symbol is variably displayed on the effect display unit, the second effect symbol display control means for controlling to display the final display mode of the second effect symbol on the effect display unit,
Within the period from the variable display start of the first identification information to the stop display or within the period from the variable display start of the second identification information to the stop display, it is possible to variably display the first effect design and the second effect design. Is configured as
When the first identification information is variably displayed in a certain variable display mode, the variable display of the first effect symbol corresponding to the certain variable display mode and the second effect symbol corresponding to the certain variable display mode It is configured to be able to display the variable display of
When the second identification information is variably displayed in a certain variable display mode, the variable display of the first effect symbol corresponding to the certain variable display mode and the second effect symbol corresponding to the certain variable display mode It is configured to be able to display the variable display of
When the first identification information is stopped and displayed in a certain stop display mode, the final display mode of the first effect design corresponding to the certain stop display mode and the second effect corresponding to the certain stop display mode It is configured to display the final display mode of the design,
When the second identification information is stopped and displayed in a certain stop display mode, the final display mode of the first effect design corresponding to the certain stop display mode and the second effect corresponding to the certain stop display mode It is configured to display the final display mode of the design,
Within the period from the variable display start of the first identification information to the stop display or within the period from the variable display start of the second identification information to the stop display is one production period,
Regarding the first effect design that is variably displayed within a certain effect period, the provisional display mode may be displayed before the final display mode is displayed within the certain effect period, and the provisional display may be displayed. When the aspect is displayed, it is possible to execute a pseudo variation that is variably displayed again within the certain one effect period, and when the provisional display aspect of the first effect symbol is displayed, It is configured so that a special display mode that is not displayed as the final display mode of the symbol can be displayed,
Regarding the second effect symbol that is variably displayed within a certain one effect period, the special display mode is configured not to be displayed within the certain one effect period,
The total number of combination patterns of the final display mode of the first effect design in the normal game state is configured to be larger than the total number of combination patterns of the final display mode of the second effect design in the normal game state,
Having multiple types of special games,
Includes at least a specific first production design which is a type of first production design corresponding to a certain type of special game having a plurality of types of first production design,
At least a first effect mode and a second effect mode are provided as effect modes that depend upon determining the effect display content to be displayed on the effect display unit,
The first display mode which is the display mode of the specific first production design corresponding to the first production mode and the second display mode which is the display mode of the specific first production design corresponding to the second production mode are different. It is configured to be a display mode,
In the variable display of the first identification information in the case of the first effect mode and the variable display of the second identification information in the case of the first effect mode, the specific first effect symbol in the first display mode can be variably displayed. Consists of
In the variable display of the first identification information in the case of the second effect mode, and the variable display of the second identification information in the case of the second effect mode, the specific first effect symbol in the second display mode can be variably displayed. Consists of
When the first effect design is displayed on the effect display unit, the first effect design is configured to be able to be enlarged or reduced, while the second effect design is displayed on the effect display unit. At that time, it is configured to be unable to execute the enlarged display and the reduced display of the second effect design,
Rather than the display size of the second effect design when displaying the final display mode of the second effect symbol on the effect display unit, the first when the final display mode of the first effect symbol is displayed on the effect display unit A pachinko game machine characterized in that the display size of one effect design is larger .

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