JP6921427B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

Conventionally, among pachinko gaming machines, which is a type of gaming machine, there is a gaming machine provided with a decorative body as a removable predetermined member, such as the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1. The decorative body provided in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 enhances the decorativeness by utilizing the light emitted by the lamp provided on the front frame, and aims to improve the interest.

JP-A-2017-192586

By the way, while the decorative body as a predetermined member can be easily replaced because it is detachably configured, it may be forgotten to be attached or it should be attached to another gaming machine. There was a risk that the interest could not be improved because the decorative body to be attached was not attached due to the decorative body being attached.

An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of suppressing the inability to improve the interest.

A gaming machine that solves the above problems includes a main control unit that has a function as a winning lottery means for performing a winning lottery, and a sub-control unit that can execute processing based on control information from the main control unit. The machine includes a notification means and a predetermined member provided detachably, and the predetermined member has an integrated circuit built in according to the type of the predetermined member, and the integrated circuit has input control information. And can output the converted control information, the sub-control unit has a function as a notification control means for controlling the notification means and the attached sub-control. The combination determination means has a function as a combination determination means capable of executing a combination determination process for determining a combination of the portion and the attached predetermined member, and the combination determination means is when the predetermined member is attached. It is possible to output predetermined control information to the integrated circuit, and it is possible to input the converted control information output in the integrated circuit, and the converted control information is normal. When the control information is input when the predetermined member of the type is mounted, it is determined that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal, and after the conversion. If the control information of is not the control information input when the predetermined member of a normal type is mounted, it is determined that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal. and, wherein the notification in the notification means, a notification based on the combination of the predetermined member, which is the sub-control unit and the mounting is mounted is determined not to be normal, the sub control unit is mounted and The gist is that there is at least one of the notifications based on the determination that the combination of the predetermined members mounted is normal.

A gaming machine that solves the above problems includes a main control unit that has a function as a winning lottery means for performing a winning lottery, and a sub-control unit that can execute processing based on control information from the main control unit. The machine includes a notification means and a predetermined member provided detachably, and the sub-control unit has a function as a notification control means for controlling the notification means, and the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control unit. A function as a combination determination means capable of executing a combination determination process for determining a combination of the predetermined members, and a control unit determination for determining a combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit. It has a function as a control unit determining means capable of executing processing, and at least the combination of the attached sub-control unit and the attached predetermined member is not normal for the notification in the notification means. There are a notification based on the determination and a notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit is not normal, and the mounted main control unit is provided. It is determined that the combination of the control unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal, and that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control member is not normal. If so, the gist is that the notification means limits notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal.

According to the present invention, it is possible to suppress the inability to improve the interest.

Front view of a pachinko machine. A perspective view of the decorative member and the frame when the decorative member is removed. Front view of the game board. A block diagram showing an electrical configuration of a pachinko machine. The figure which shows the combination of a decorative member, a specification and a control board according to a model number. (A) and (b) are diagrams showing various decorative members. (A) to (e) are diagrams showing an example of the display contents of the effect display device according to the determination result of the control unit combination determination and the determination result of the decoration combination determination.

(First Embodiment)
Hereinafter, embodiments of the gaming machine will be described. In the present specification, the upper, lower, left, right, front (front), and rear (back) indicate the respective directions when viewed from the player.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 10 as a gaming machine includes a frame body 11. The frame body 11 includes an outer frame 12, an inner frame 13, and a front frame 14. The outer frame 12 as a support member is fixed to a game machine installation facility (so-called island facility) such as a game hall. Further, the middle frame 13 is supported so as to be openable and closable on the front side of the opening of the outer frame 12. A game board unit including the game board 20 is fixed to the middle frame 13. The front frame 14 is supported on the front side of the middle frame 13 so as to cover the front surface of the game board 20 so as to be openable and closable. A protective glass that protects the game board 20 is supported on the front frame 14. The protective glass 15 covers the entire opening 14a of the front frame 14. In the present embodiment, the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14 correspond to door members that are openably and closably supported by the outer frame 12 as a support member.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a locking portion SS. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the opening of the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14 is regulated by the locking unit SS, and it is unlocked by operating the locking unit SS using the frame key (key) managed by the manager of the game hall. It can be locked to open the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to perform an operation that allows the opening of the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14 by using the frame key. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that an operation that allows the opening of the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14 as door members can be performed by using a predetermined key (frame key). In the present embodiment, the locking unit SS corresponds to a locking unit that can be operated using a predetermined key.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a door opening sensor KS (shown in FIG. 4) that detects the opening of the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14 as door members. The door opening sensor KS can detect that at least one of the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14 has been opened. In the following description, the case where the door member is opened corresponds to the case where at least one of the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14 is opened, and the case where the door member is closed means the middle frame 13 and the front. This corresponds to the case where the frame 14 is closed. In the present embodiment, the door opening sensor KS realizes a function as a door opening detecting means for detecting the opening of the door member.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a firing handle 16 on the front side of the front frame 14. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a game ball as a game medium is launched with a strength corresponding to the operation amount (rotation amount) of the launch handle 16. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the firing intensity of the gaming ball can be adjusted by operating the firing handle 16. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a frame lamp 17 that executes an effect of emitting, blinking, and extinguishing a built-in light emitting body (hereinafter, referred to as a light emitting effect). The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a frame lamp 17 on the front side of the front frame 14. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a speaker 18 that outputs sound. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a speaker 18 on the front side of the front frame 14. The speaker 18 executes an effect of outputting various sounds (hereinafter, referred to as a sound effect).

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a decorative member 50 as a predetermined member. The decorative member 50 includes an effect device. That is, the decorative member 50 is provided with an effect device. Further, the decorative member 50 is formed with a through hole SSa through which the locking portion SS provided in the inner frame 13 can be inserted.

As shown in FIG. 2, the decorative member 50 is detachably provided on the pachinko gaming machine 10. Specifically, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is capable of mounting the decorative member 50 on the front surface side of the front frame 14. That is, in the present embodiment, the predetermined member is detachably provided on the front surface side of the door member. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the decorative member 50 can be mounted by inserting the locking portion SS into the through hole SSa in the decorative member 50. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the door member is closed, a guide portion Ga is provided on the front side of the front frame 14 and below the locking portion SS. Further, the decorative member 50 is provided with a guide portion Gb that comes into contact with the guide portion Ga when the decorative member 50 is attached to the pachinko gaming machine 10. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the decorative member 50 can be mounted by aligning the guide portion Gb of the decorative member 50 and the guide portion Ga of the front frame 14 and pushing the decorative member 50. As described above, by providing the guide portion Ga below the locking portion SS, the weight of the decorative member 50 is less likely to be applied to the locking portion SS, and failure of the locking portion SS can be suppressed. This also improves security. In the present embodiment, the guide portions Ga and Gb function as guide portions when the decorative member 50 is assembled to the pachinko gaming machine 10.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the decorative member 50 is mounted, the decorative member 50 is mounted on the front side of the speaker 18 provided on the front frame 14. Further, a connecting portion is provided on the back side of the decorative member 50. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the decorative member 50 is attached to the pachinko gaming machine 10, a connecting portion (not shown) of the decorative member 50 and a connecting portion (not shown) of the front frame 14 are connected. By connecting the connecting portion of the decorative member 50 and the connecting portion of the front frame 14 in this way, electric power is supplied to the decorative member 50. Further, by connecting the connecting portion of the decorative member 50 and the connecting portion of the front frame 14, control information can be bidirectionally received between the decorative member 50 and the pachinko gaming machine 10. Further, the decorative member 50 includes an integrated circuit 55 (shown in FIG. 4).

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the removal of the decorative member 50 is regulated by the locking portion SS, and the pachinko gaming machine 10 is unlocked by operating the locking portion SS using a frame key (key) managed by the manager of the game hall. The decorative member 50 can be removed. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to perform an operation that allows the decorative member 50 to be removed by using the frame key. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that an operation that allows the decorative member 50 as a predetermined member to be removed can be performed by using a predetermined key (frame key). As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to perform an operation of allowing the door member to be opened and an operation of allowing the predetermined member to be removed by using a predetermined key.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, a substantially circular game area 21 is defined on the front side of the game board 20 in front view. The game board 20 includes a guide path 21a that guides the launched game ball to the game area 21. The game board 20 is provided with a prevention valve 21b that prevents the game ball launched into the game area 21 from returning to the guide path 21a. The launched game ball is guided by the guide path 21a, passes through the prevention valve 21b located at the most downstream of the guide path 21a, and reaches the game area 21. The game ball that has reached the game area 21 flows down the game area 21.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an information display panel 22. On the information display panel 22, various information indicating the control state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 is notified. The information display panel 22 includes a first special symbol display unit 22a. The first special symbol display unit 22a displays a first special symbol variation game (hereinafter, referred to as a first special game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the first special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. The information display panel 22 includes a second special symbol display unit 22b. The second special symbol display unit 22b displays a second special symbol variation game (hereinafter, referred to as a second special game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the second special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In the following description, the first special game and the second special game may be collectively referred to as a "special game" or a "special symbol variation game". The special symbol is a symbol for notifying the result of the internal lottery (big hit lottery) described later. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a special game. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the first special game and the second special game are not executed at the same time, and the second special game is executed in preference to the first special game.

In the present specification, the "variable display" means a state in which the type of the displayed symbol changes with the passage of time. In the present specification, the "fixed stop display" means a state in which the symbol is definitively stopped and displayed, and the type of the displayed symbol does not change. The special symbols that can be fixedly stopped and displayed on the special symbol display units 22a and 22b include at least a jackpot symbol as a jackpot display result and a missed symbol as a missed display result. The player can recognize the jackpot when the jackpot symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the special game, and can recognize the deviation when the missed symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the special game. In the present embodiment, when a big hit is won, a big hit game is given after the end of the special game that is the target of the winning. The jackpot game is an advantageous state for the player because the player can win a large number of prize balls and other benefits.

The information display panel 22 includes a first special hold display unit 22c. The first special hold display unit 22c is the number of times the execution of the first special game is suspended because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied (hereinafter, referred to as the first special hold number). Is displayed recognizable. The information display panel 22 includes a second special hold display unit 22d. The second special hold display unit 22d is the number of times the execution of the second special game is suspended because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied (hereinafter, referred to as the second special hold number). Is displayed recognizable. For example, the maximum number of the first special hold number and the second special hold number is 4, respectively.

The information display panel 22 is provided with a normal symbol display unit 22e. The normal symbol display unit 22e displays a normal symbol variation game (hereinafter, referred to as a normal game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the normal symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. The normal symbols that can be fixedly stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display unit 22e include at least a normal hit symbol and a normal miss symbol. The player can recognize the normal hit when the normal hit symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the normal game, and can recognize the normal loss when the normal hit symbol is displayed as the fixed stop in the normal game. In the present embodiment, when the ordinary winning lottery is won, the ordinary winning game is given after the end of the ordinary game that is the target of the winning. Further, the information display panel 22 is provided with a normal hold display unit 22f. The normal hold display unit 22f recognizablely displays the number of normal games whose execution is held (hereinafter referred to as the normal hold number) because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. .. For example, the upper limit of the number of ordinary reservations is 4.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a center frame 23 with various decorations in the substantially center of the gaming area 21 of the gaming board 20. The center frame 23 includes an opening 23a. The center frame is also called a center role or a center role. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with board lamps 37a, 37b, 37c, 37d for executing a light emitting effect as one of the effects. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, board lamps 37a to 37d are provided on the center frame 23. As described above, the game board 20 is provided with board lamps 37a to 37d as a plurality of effect light emitting bodies.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an effect display device 25. For example, the effect display device 25 may be a display device such as a liquid crystal display or an organic EL display. The effect display device 25 includes a display area on which an image is displayed. The effect display device 25 is assembled to the game board 20 so that the player can visually recognize the display area through the opening 23a of the center frame 23. The effect display device 25 executes an effect of displaying a predetermined image (hereinafter referred to as a display effect). In the present embodiment, the effect display device 25 is configured to be capable of performing a predetermined notification. Then, in the present embodiment, the effect display device 25 realizes a function as a notification means.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting port 26. The first starting port 26 as a starting port is located below the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The first starting port 26 is always open so that a game ball can enter the ball. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting sensor SE1 (shown in FIG. 4) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the first starting port 26. For example, a ball passage (not shown) for guiding the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 (discharging from the game board 20 to the outside) is continuously provided in the first start port 26, and the first start is made in the ball passage. The sensor SE1 is arranged. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the first start sensor SE1, the start condition of the first special game can be satisfied and the prize ball payout condition is satisfied. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting port 27. The second starting port 27 as the starting port is located in the lower right of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting sensor SE2 (shown in FIG. 4) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the second starting port 27. For example, a ball passage (not shown) for guiding the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 (discharging from the game board 20 to the outside) is continuously provided in the second start port 27, and the second start is provided in the ball passage. The sensor SE2 is arranged. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the second start sensor SE2, the start condition of the second special game can be satisfied, and the prize ball payout condition is satisfied. Further, the second starting port 27 has a first variable member 28. The first variable member 28 is in an open state in which the game ball can easily or can be entered into the second starting port 27, and the game ball is difficult or difficult to enter into the second starting port 27. It can operate in a closed state, which cannot be done. The first variable member 28 operates by receiving power from the first actuator A1 (shown in FIG. 4). The first variable member 28 is operated in the open state when the ordinary winning lottery is won.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a large winning opening 29. The large winning opening 29 is located on the right side of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a count sensor SE3 (shown in FIG. 4) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the large winning opening 29. For example, in the large winning opening 29, a ball passage (not shown) for guiding the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 (discharging from the game board 20 to the outside) is continuously provided, and the count sensor SE3 is provided in the ball passage. Are arranged. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the count sensor SE3, the prize ball payout condition is satisfied. The large winning opening 29 has a second variable member 30. The second variable member 30 can operate in an open state in which the game ball can be entered into the large winning opening 29 and a closed state in which the game ball cannot be entered in the large winning opening 29. The second variable member 30 operates by receiving power from the second actuator A2 (shown in FIG. 4). The second variable member 30 is operated in the open state when the jackpot is won. When the second variable member 30 is in the open state, the game ball is allowed to enter the large winning opening 29. When the second variable member 30 is in the closed state, the entry of the game ball into the large winning opening 29 is not allowed. In the following description, the opening state of the second variable member 30 indicates that the large winning opening 29 is opened, and the closing of the second variable member 30 indicates that the large winning opening 29 is closed. May be indicated.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an operating port 31. The operating port 31 is located on the right side of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The operating port 31 is always open so that a game ball can be inserted. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an operation sensor SE4 (shown in FIG. 4) that detects a game ball that has entered the operation port 31. For example, the operating port 31 is provided with a series of ball passages (not shown) that guide the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 (discharge from the game board 20 to the outside), and the operation sensor SE4 is provided in the ball passage. It is arranged. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the operation sensor SE4, the start condition of the normal game can be satisfied and the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an out port 34. In the present embodiment, the game balls that have not entered the first start port 26, the second start port 27, the large winning opening 29, and the operation port 31 are discharged to the outside of the machine from the out port 34 (game board 20). Is discharged to the outside). The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes game components such as nails (game nails) and windmills for changing the behavior of a game ball flowing down the game area 21. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be provided with a general winning opening in which the conditions for starting the special game and the conditions for starting the normal game are not satisfied, while the conditions for paying out the prize balls are satisfied. The general winning opening is also called the ordinary winning opening.

Next, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low probability state and a high probability state as gaming states having different jackpot probabilities. The jackpot probability is the probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery. The high probability state is a gaming state in which the jackpot probability is higher than that in the low probability state. The high probability state is a so-called "probability fluctuation state (probability change state)", and the low probability state is a "non-probability fluctuation state (non-probability change state)". In the following description, the high-probability state is referred to as a "probability-changing state", and the low-probability state is referred to as a "non-probability-changing state". Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low base state and a high base state as game states in which the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of fired game balls is different. The high base state is a gaming state in which the probability that the game ball enters the second starting port 27 is higher than that in the low base state. The high base state is the so-called "electric support state", and the low base state is the "non-electric support state".

The high base state can be realized, for example, by performing a control of one arbitrarily selected from the three controls described below, or by performing a combination of a plurality of controls. The first control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, which shortens the fluctuation time of the normal game as compared with the case of the low base state. The second control is the probability fluctuation control of the ordinary symbol that changes the probability of winning the ordinary winning lottery (ordinary winning probability) with a higher probability than in the low base state. The third control is an opening time extension control that makes the total opening time of the first variable member 28 in one normal hit game longer than in the low base state. The opening time extension control includes a control that increases the number of times the first variable member 28 is opened in one normal hit game more than in the low base state, and one time of the first variable member 28 in the normal hit game. It is preferable to perform at least one of the controls for making the opening time of the above longer than that in the low base state. Further, the high base state may be realized by combining the fourth control described below. The fourth control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol, which makes it easier for the fluctuation time of the special game (for example, the average fluctuation time) to be shorter than in the low base state. When the fluctuation time shortening control of the special symbol is performed, the high base state becomes the so-called "variation time shortening state (variation shortening state)".

In the present embodiment, since the first variable member 28 may be in the open state even in the low base state, there is a possibility that the game ball enters the second starting port 27 even in the low base state. There is. However, when the base is low, for example, the first variable member 28 is not opened when the base is low, and the game is played at the second starting port 27. It may be configured so that the ball does not enter. In addition, when the base is in a low base state, for example, the first variable member 28 is configured so as not to be in the open state even if the normal winning lottery is won, so that the game ball does not enter the second starting port 27. It may be configured as. In the case of the above configuration, the low base state means that the game ball cannot enter the second starting port 27, and the high base state means that the game ball can enter the second starting port 27. I can say.

The gaming state (type of gaming state) includes a non-probability state and a low base state, a non-probability state and a high base state, and a probabilistic state and a low base state. There is a certain gaming state and a gaming state which is a probabilistic state and is a high base state. Then, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to one of a plurality of types of gaming states. In the present embodiment, as a general rule, there are a gaming state that is a non-probable change state and a low base state, a gaming state that is a non-probable change state and is a high base state, and a probable change state and a high base state. It is controlled to a gaming state and one of the gaming states.

Next, the jackpot in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a plurality of types of jackpot symbols as jackpot symbols of special symbols. The plurality of types of jackpot symbols are classified into a first jackpot symbol and a second jackpot symbol. Each type of jackpot is defined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols. The jackpot symbol may define the game state after the jackpot game is completed. In the jackpot game, first, an opening effect is performed to notify the start of the jackpot game over a predetermined opening period. In the big hit game, a round game is performed in which the big winning opening 29 is opened after the opening production is completed. The round game is performed up to a predetermined maximum number of times. In one round game, the large winning opening 29 is until the first round end condition in which a predetermined upper limit number of game balls enters or the second round end condition in which the predetermined upper limit time elapses is satisfied. It will be open for a while. In the round game, a round effect is performed. Then, in the jackpot game, when the final round game is completed, an ending effect is performed to notify the end of the jackpot game over a predetermined ending period. The jackpot game ends with the end of the ending effect.

In the jackpot symbols classified into the first jackpot symbol, "first jackpot" is defined as the type of jackpot. For the jackpot symbols classified as the first jackpot symbol, "10 times" is set as the maximum number of round games. The jackpot symbol classified into the first jackpot symbol is defined to be in a probabilistic state as the game state after the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot symbol classified as the first jackpot symbol is defined to have a high base state as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game. In the jackpot symbols classified into the second jackpot symbol, "second jackpot" is defined as the type of jackpot. For the jackpot symbols classified as the second jackpot symbol, "8 times" is set as the maximum number of round games. The jackpot symbol classified into the second jackpot symbol is defined to be in a non-probability changing state as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game. In addition, the jackpot symbol classified as the second jackpot symbol has a jackpot as a game state after the end of the jackpot game until the end of 100 special games or before the end of 100 special games. It is stipulated that the base state will be high until the game is granted. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, for example, when the first special game is a big hit and the second special game is a big hit, the type of big hit to be decided and the determination rate of various big hits are determined. It may be different.

Further, in the display effect that can be executed by the effect display device 25 in the present embodiment, the effect symbols (hereinafter referred to as effect symbols) are variably displayed in a plurality of columns, and finally the combination of the effect symbols is fixedly stopped and displayed. There is a production design game (hereinafter referred to as a production game) to be played. In the production game, a plurality of rows of production symbols are fluctuated and executed. The effect pattern is a pattern that is decorated with characters, patterns, etc., and is for diversifying the display effect, and is also called a "decorative pattern" or a "decorative pattern". The effect game in the present embodiment is performed by displaying (scrolling) the symbol rows (effect symbol rows) of the first row, the second row, and the third row in the vertical direction. In the following description, the "first column" is referred to as the "left column", the "first symbol" is indicated as the "left symbol", the "second column" is indicated as the "middle column", and the "second symbol" is referred to as the "second symbol". The "middle symbol" is indicated, the "third column" is indicated as the "right column", and the "third symbol" is indicated as the "right symbol". In each column, in principle, the effect symbols imitating the numbers [1] to [8] are displayed in a variable order in a predetermined order.

The production game is performed in conjunction with the special game. Specifically, the production game starts with the start of the special game and ends with the end of the special game. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute the production game during the execution of the special game. Then, in the production game, the combination of the production symbols corresponding to the special symbols displayed in the special game is fixedly stopped and displayed. When the jackpot symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed in the special game, the jackpot symbol by the directed symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed in the directed game. For example, the jackpot symbol by the effect symbol is a combination of symbols such as "777" in which the effect symbols in all rows are the same. Further, in the special game, when the out-of-order symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed, in the effect game, the out-of-order symbol by the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. For example, the out-of-order symbol by the effect symbol is a combination of symbols such as "323", "112", and [426] in which at least a part of the effect symbols in a row is different from the effect symbols in the other row. In the production game, the production symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed before the final stop display is displayed. In the present specification, the "temporary stop display" means a state indicating that the symbol may be displayed in a fluctuating manner again, such as a "swaying fluctuation state", or a state indicating that the symbol is different from the fixed stop display. ..

In the production game, a reach may be formed and a reach production may be performed. In the present embodiment, the effect symbols imitating the same number are temporarily stopped and displayed in a specific column (in the present embodiment, the left column and the right column) among the plurality of columns, and a column different from the specific column. The state in which the effect symbols in the (middle row in the present embodiment) are continuously displayed in a variable manner corresponds to the state in which the reach is formed. As the reach effect, for example, there may be a plurality of types of reach effects in which the movements of the characters to appear and the effect symbols are different. The reach effect in the present embodiment includes a normal reach effect and a super reach effect performed after the start of the normal reach effect. The super reach effect is executed, for example, with a content that develops the effect content of the normal reach effect. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the super reach effect is executed, the jackpot expectation of the special game being executed is higher than when only the normal reach effect is executed.

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 4, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main board 40 as a main control unit. The main board 40 performs various processes and outputs control information such as a control signal (control command) according to the result of the process. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a sub-board 41 as a sub-control unit. The sub-board 41 performs a predetermined process based on the control information output from the main board 40. For example, the sub-board 41 performs a process for executing a light emission effect by the frame lamp 17, a sound effect by the speaker 18, and a display effect by the effect display device 25. As described above, in the present embodiment, the sub-control unit can execute the process based on the control information from the main control unit. In the pachinko game machine 10, the main board 40 and the sub board 41 are arranged on the back side of the game board 20. The game board unit includes a main board 40 and a sub board 41. The game board unit is fixed to the middle frame 13. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it can be said that the main board 40 and the sub board 41 are arranged inside the machine. The main board 40 is connected to the sub board 41.

First, the main board 40 will be described.
The main board 40 includes a main CPU 40a, a main ROM 40b, and a main RAM 40c. The main CPU 40a performs various processes by executing the control program (main control program) of the main CPU 40a. The main ROM 40b stores a main control program and a lottery table used for a predetermined lottery. The main ROM 40b stores a jackpot determination value used in the jackpot lottery. The jackpot determination value includes a high probability value and a common value. In the present embodiment, only the common value and the high probability value are used in the big hit lottery in the non-probability state, while both the common value and the high probability value are used in the big hit lottery in the probability change state. Further, the main ROM 40b stores the effect determination value used for the effect lottery. The production lottery is a lottery that determines whether to execute the reach production when the jackpot lottery is not won, and corresponds to the reach lottery.

Further, the main ROM 40b stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. The plurality of types of fluctuation patterns are associated with the fluctuation time from the start of the special game to the end of the special game. That is, the fluctuation pattern is associated with the fluctuation time of the special game. Therefore, the fluctuation pattern can be said to be information that can specify the fluctuation time of the special game. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the fluctuation time of the special game is determined by determining the fluctuation pattern. Further, the variation pattern may be information that can identify a part or all of the production contents of the production game performed between the start of the special game and the end of the special game. The fluctuation patterns include, for example, a jackpot fluctuation pattern and a missed fluctuation pattern. The jackpot variation pattern is associated with the effect content of the effect game, in which the jackpot symbol finally displayed by the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed after the reach effect. There are two types of out-of-range fluctuation patterns: a fluctuation pattern without out-of-reach and a fluctuation pattern with out-of-reach. The variation pattern without out-of-reach is associated with the effect content of the effect game, in which the combination of the out-of-order symbols is finally fixedly stopped and displayed without going through the reach effect. The variation pattern with out-of-reach is associated with the effect content of the effect game, in which the effect content of finally stopping and displaying the out-of-line symbol combination after the reach effect is associated. Further, the jackpot variation pattern includes a jackpot variation pattern in which the execution of only the normal reach effect is associated with the execution of the normal reach effect and the super reach effect, and a jackpot variation pattern in which the execution of the super reach effect is associated with the execution. In addition, the variation pattern with out-of-reach includes the out-of-reach variation pattern in which the execution of only the normal reach effect is associated with the execution of the normal reach effect and the super reach effect, and the out-of-reach variation pattern in which the execution of the super reach effect is associated with the execution. And there is.

The main RAM 40c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the main RAM 40c includes, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The main board 40 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be a hardware random number or a software random number.

The first start sensor SE1, the second start sensor SE2, the count sensor SE3, and the operation sensor SE4 are connected to the main board 40. Further, a door opening sensor KS is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input detection signals output by various sensors SE1 to SE4 and KS via a port (not shown). An information display panel 22 is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a can control the display content of the information display panel 22 via a drive circuit (not shown). Further, the first actuator A1 and the second actuator A2 are connected to the main substrate 40. The main CPU 40a can control the operation of the first actuator A1 and the operation of the second actuator A2 via a drive circuit (not shown).

Next, the sub-board 41 will be described.
The sub-board 41 includes a sub CPU 41a, a sub ROM 41b, and a sub RAM 41c. For example, the sub CPU 41a performs various processes (for example, processes related to the effect) by executing the control program (sub control program) of the sub CPU 41a. The sub ROM 41b stores a sub control program, a lottery table used for lottery, a determination value, and the like. The sub ROM 41b stores display effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the display effect in the effect display device 25. Further, the sub ROM 41b stores the light emission effect data capable of specifying the mode (content) of the light emission effect in the frame lamp 17. The sub ROM 41b stores the effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the effect in the effect device provided on the decorative member 50. The sub ROM 41b stores sound effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the sound effect in the speaker 18.

The sub-RAM 41c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the sub RAM 41c includes, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The sub-board 41 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be a hardware random number or a software random number.

A frame lamp 17, a speaker 18, and an effect display device 25 are connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a can control the frame lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 via a drive circuit (not shown). A decorative member 50 is connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a can control the effect device provided on the decorative member 50 via a drive circuit (not shown).

Hereinafter, various processes executed by the main CPU 40a based on the control program will be described.
First, the special symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
In the special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a performs the first special symbol input process. Further, when the main CPU 40a finishes the first special symbol input processing, the main CPU 40a performs the second special symbol input processing. Then, in the special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process when the second special symbol input process is completed.

In the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the first starting port 26 based on whether or not the detection signal from the first starting sensor SE1 has been input (hereinafter, the first). 1 Input judgment). If the determination result of the first input determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol input process. On the other hand, when the determination result of the first input determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of first special hold stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit (hereinafter, referred to as the first hold determination). .. If the determination result of the first hold determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol input process. If the determination result of the first hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a adds 1 to the first special hold number and updates it. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the updated first special hold number. The main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a first hold number command) capable of specifying the updated first special hold number in the output buffer.

When the determination result of the first hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a acquires the random numbers generated in the main board 40, and stores the random number information based on the acquired random numbers in the main RAM 40c. At this time, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information for the first special game so that the storage order of the random number information can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information for the first special game in the main RAM 40c, the execution is suspended until the execution condition of the first special game is satisfied. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend the execution of the first special game. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method. For example, the random numbers are random numbers used for the jackpot lottery (hereinafter referred to as jackpot judgment random numbers), random numbers used for determining the special symbol (hereinafter referred to as special symbol random numbers), and random numbers used for determining the fluctuation pattern (hereinafter referred to as fluctuations). (Indicated as a pattern random number), a random number used in an effect lottery (hereinafter referred to as an effect determination random number), and the like. After that, in the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol input process.

Next, the second special symbol input process will be described.
In the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the second starting port 27 based on whether or not the detection signal from the second starting sensor SE2 has been input (hereinafter, the second). 2 Input judgment). If the determination result of the second input determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol input process. On the other hand, when the determination result of the second input determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of the second special hold stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit (hereinafter, referred to as the second hold determination). .. If the determination result of the second hold determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol input process. If the determination result of the second hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a adds 1 to the second special hold number and updates it. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the updated second special hold number. The main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a second hold number command) capable of specifying the updated second special hold number in the output buffer.

When the determination result of the second hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a acquires the random numbers generated in the main board 40, and stores the random number information based on the acquired random numbers in the main RAM 40c. At this time, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information for the second special game so that the storage order of the random number information can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information for the second special game in the main RAM 40c, the execution is suspended until the execution condition of the second special game is satisfied. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend the execution of the second special game. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method. After that, in the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol input process. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can suspend the execution of the special game as a variable game.

Next, the special symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the execution condition of the special game is satisfied (hereinafter, referred to as execution determination). In the execution determination, the main CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when it is not in the jackpot game, in the special game, or in the interval between fluctuations. On the other hand, in the execution determination, the main CPU 40a makes a negative determination when any of the big hit game, the special game, and the interval between fluctuations. When the judgment result of the execution judgment is negative (when the execution condition of the special game is not satisfied), the main CPU 40a stores a standby command that can identify the standby state in the output buffer, and performs the special symbol start processing. finish.

On the other hand, when the determination result of the execution determination is affirmative (when the execution condition of the special game is satisfied), the main CPU 40a determines whether the second special hold number stored in the main RAM 40c is 1 or more. .. Then, when the second special hold number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a finishes the special symbol start process after performing the second special symbol start process related to the execution of the second special game. On the other hand, when the second special hold number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a determines whether the first special hold number stored in the main RAM 40c is 1 or more. If the first special hold number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when the first special hold number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a finishes the special symbol start process after performing the first special symbol start process related to the execution of the first special game.

In the first special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the first special hold number stored in the main RAM 40c and updates it. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated first special hold number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a first hold number command capable of specifying the updated first special hold number. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c among the random number information for the first special game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RAM 40c. Then, the main CPU 40a performs a big hit lottery based on the read random number information and the big hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. The jackpot determination value used in the jackpot lottery differs at least in part between the probabilistic state and the non-probability change state. After finishing the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 40a determines a special symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the first special game, and a fluctuation pattern of the first special game. Specifically, when the jackpot lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol based on the value of the special symbol random number, and determines the jackpot fluctuation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the big hit lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a performs the effect lottery based on the value of the effect determination random number. When the effect lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the outlier symbol, and determines the outlier reach variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the effect lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a determines the out-of-order symbol and determines the out-of-reach-less variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. After determining the special symbol and the variation pattern, the main CPU 40a indicates the determined special symbol as identifiable control information (hereinafter referred to as a symbol command) and the variation pattern as identifiable control information (hereinafter referred to as a variation pattern designation command). ) Is stored in the output buffer, and the first special symbol start process is terminated. In the first special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a stores the variation pattern designation command corresponding to the first special game in the output buffer.

In the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the second special hold number stored in the main RAM 40c and updates it. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated second special hold number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a second hold number command capable of specifying the updated second special hold number. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c among the random number information for the second special game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RAM 40c. Then, the main CPU 40a performs a big hit lottery based on the read random number information and the big hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. After finishing the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 40a determines a special symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the second special game, and a fluctuation pattern of the second special game. Specifically, when the jackpot lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol based on the value of the special symbol random number, and determines the jackpot fluctuation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the big hit lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a performs the effect lottery based on the value of the effect determination random number. When the effect lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the outlier symbol, and determines the outlier reach variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the effect lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a determines the out-of-order symbol and determines the out-of-reach-less variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. After that, the main CPU 40a stores the symbol command and the variation pattern designation command in the output buffer, and ends the second special symbol start process. In the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a stores the variation pattern designation command corresponding to the second special game in the output buffer.

As described above, the main CPU 40a performs a big hit lottery in the first special symbol start processing and the second special symbol start processing. In the present embodiment, the main CPU 40a performs the big hit lottery, so that the function as the winning lottery means for performing the winning lottery is realized. Further, in the present embodiment, since the main substrate 40 has the main CPU 40a, it can be seen that the main control unit has a function as a winning lottery means for performing a winning lottery.

Then, when the special symbol start process is completed, the main CPU 40a performs a process different from the special symbol start process to execute the special game. Specifically, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the special game is started. The main CPU 40a measures the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing. Then, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that when the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern elapses, the special symbol determined in the special symbol start processing is fixedly stopped and displayed. Further, when the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing elapses, the main CPU 40a stores an end command for displaying a fixed stop display of the symbol combination by the effect symbol in the output buffer. Further, the main CPU 40a sets an interval between fluctuations (for example, 2 seconds) after the special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed, that is, after the end of the special game. In the interval between fluctuations, the special symbol that has been fixedly stopped and displayed with the end of the special game continues to be fixedly stopped and displayed.

Next, the jackpot processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a specifies the type of jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol determined in the special symbol start process. Then, after the end of the big hit special game, the main CPU 40a starts the control of giving the specified big hit game. Specifically, the main CPU 40a starts the control of giving the jackpot game after the end of the jackpot special game and after the interval between fluctuations elapses. The main CPU 40a grants a jackpot game by executing a jackpot process. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the jackpot game is given after winning the jackpot.

When the big hit special game ends, the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer. Further, when the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a clocks the opening time. Further, when the opening time elapses, the main CPU 40a performs a process for executing the round game. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so as to open the big winning opening 29 according to the opening mode (opening pattern) set for the big hit game, and starts the round game. After starting the round game, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so that the large winning opening 29 is closed when the first round end condition or the second round end condition is satisfied, and ends the round game. .. The main CPU 40a repeats the process for executing the round game until the maximum number of round games specified in the jackpot game is completed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the round command in the output buffer each time the round game is started. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer when the final round game is completed. When the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a clocks the ending time. Then, when the ending time elapses, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot game.

Next, the game state processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a specifies the gaming state after the jackpot game ends based on the jackpot symbol (that is, the type of jackpot) determined in the special symbol start processing. When the main CPU 40a specifies to control to the non-probability change state, a value that can be specified to control to the non-probability change state is set in the probability state flag stored in the main RAM 40c with the end of the big hit game. .. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a low probability state command) that can identify the non-probability change state in the output buffer. Further, when the main CPU 40a specifies that the probability change state is to be controlled, the probability state flag is set to a value that can be specified to be controlled to the probability change state with the end of the big hit game. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a high probability state command) that can identify the probabilistic state in the output buffer.

When the main CPU 40a specifies that the control to the high base state is specified, a value that can be specified to control the high base state is set in the base state flag with the end of the big hit game. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a high base state command) that can identify the high base state in the output buffer. The main CPU 40a stores "100 times" corresponding to the upper limit number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state in the main RAM 40c as the remaining number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state. Each time the special game is executed, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the "remaining number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state" stored in the main RAM 40c. When the "remaining number of special games controlled to the high base state" becomes 0, the main CPU 40a becomes low with the end of the special game in which the "remaining number of special games controlled to the high base state" becomes 0. Set the base state flag to a value that can be identified as controlling the base state. That is, the main CPU 40a terminates the high base state and shifts to the low base state. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a low base state command) that can identify the low base state in the output buffer.

In addition, when the big hit game is given, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to be controlled to the non-probability change state in the probability state flag, and sets a value that can be specified to control to the low base state as the base state. Set to flag. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the low probability state command in the output buffer and stores the low base state command in the output buffer.

Next, the normal symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the operation port 31 based on whether or not the detection signal is input from the operation sensor SE4. When the game ball has not entered the operating port 31, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. On the other hand, when the game ball enters the operating port 31, the main CPU 40a determines whether the normal hold number stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number. When the normal hold number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. When the normal hold number is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a adds 1 to the normal hold number stored in the main RAM 40c and updates it. In this case, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the updated normal hold number. Further, the main CPU 40a stores a normal hold number command capable of specifying the updated normal hold number in the output buffer. Next, the main CPU 40a acquires the random numbers generated in the main board 40, and stores the random number information based on the acquired random numbers in the main RAM 40c. In this case, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information for a normal game so that the storage order of the random number information can be specified. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process.

Next, the normal symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the execution conditions of the normal game are satisfied. The main CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when neither the normal hit game nor the normal game is in progress, while the main CPU 40a makes a negative judgment when the normal hit game is in progress or the normal game is in progress. If the execution condition of the normal game is not satisfied, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. On the other hand, when the execution condition of the normal game is satisfied, the main CPU 40a determines whether the normal hold number stored in the main RAM 40c is 1 or more. When the normal number of pending numbers is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. When the normal hold number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the normal hold number stored in the main RAM 40c to update. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated normal hold number is displayed. The main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a normal hold number command that can specify the normal hold number after the update. Next, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c among the random number information for the normal game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RAM 40c. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a performs a normal hit lottery based on the read random number information and the normal hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. Then, the main CPU 40a determines the normal symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the normal game and the fluctuation time of the normal game based on the lottery result of the normal winning lottery. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process.

Then, the main CPU 40a executes a normal game by performing a process different from the normal symbol start process. Specifically, the main CPU 40a starts the normal game, and when the fluctuation time determined in the normal symbol start process elapses, the information display is performed so that the normal symbol determined in the normal symbol start process is fixedly stopped and displayed. Control the panel 22. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer control information that can identify that the execution of the normal game is started when the execution of the normal game is started.

Next, the normal hit processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
When the normal winning lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the opening pattern of the second starting port 27 when the normal game ends, and the first actuator so that the second starting port 27 is opened according to the opening pattern. Control A1. In the present embodiment, it is easier to win the ordinary winning lottery when the high base state is used than when the low base state is used. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the normal winning lottery can be won even in the low base state, and when the normal winning lottery is won, the first variable member 28 is in the open state. Become. Therefore, in the present embodiment, it is difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting port 27 as compared with the case of the high base state, but the game ball enters the second starting port 27. There is a possibility of a ball.

Next, the door opening process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether the door member is open based on whether the detection signal is input from the door opening sensor KS. If the door member is not opened, the main CPU 40a ends the door opening process. On the other hand, when the door member is open, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a door open command) that can identify that the door member is open in the output buffer, and ends the door open process. do. When the main CPU 40a stores the door opening command in the output buffer in the previous door opening process and determines that the door member is not opened in the current door opening process, the main CPU 40a identifies that the door is closed. The possible control information (hereinafter referred to as the door closing command) is stored in the output buffer.

Next, various processes executed by the sub CPU 41a based on the control program will be described.
When the sub CPU 41a inputs a low probability state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the non-probability change state in the probability state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. When the sub CPU 41a inputs a high probability state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the probability change state in the probability state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. The sub CPU 41a can identify whether it is in the probabilistic state by referring to the probability state flag of the sub RAM 41c. Further, when the sub CPU 41a inputs a low base state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the low base state in the base state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. When the sub CPU 41a inputs the high base state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the high base state in the base state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. The sub CPU 41a can identify whether it is in a high base state by referring to the base state flag of the sub RAM 41c.

The sub CPU 41a controls at least a part of various effect devices such as a frame lamp 17, a speaker 18, an effect display device 25, and an effect device provided on a decorative member 50 so that a big hit effect is performed during a big hit game. do. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls at least a part of the various effect devices so that the opening effect is performed when the opening command is input. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls at least a part of various effect devices so that a round effect is performed when a round command is input. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls at least a part of the various effect devices so that the ending effect is performed when the ending command is input. The production content of the jackpot effect may be different depending on the type of jackpot.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the effect game is played. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls to execute the effect game when the symbol command and the variation pattern designation command are input. Based on the variation pattern designation command and the symbol command, the sub CPU 41a determines the symbol combination according to the effect symbol that is finally fixedly stopped and displayed in the effect game. When the sub CPU 41a specifies the jackpot symbol from the input symbol command, the sub CPU 41a determines the jackpot symbol combination by the effect symbol. When the sub CPU 41a specifies a symbol that is out of line with the input symbol command, the sub CPU 41a determines a combination of symbols that are out of line with the effect symbol. For example, when the sub CPU 41a specifies a variation pattern with reach from the input variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 41a determines a combination of outlier symbols including reach. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 41a specifies the non-reach variation pattern from the input variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 41a determines the outlier symbol combination that does not include the reach.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the effect symbol is variablely displayed when the variation pattern designation command is input. That is, the sub CPU 41a starts the production game. Then, the sub CPU 41a temporarily stops and displays the symbol combination according to the determined effect symbol at a predetermined timing. After that, the sub CPU 41a displays the symbol combination by the effect symbol as a fixed stop display when the end command is input. The sub CPU 41a may time the fluctuation time that can be specified from the fluctuation pattern, and display the symbol combination as a fixed stop display when the fluctuation time elapses, regardless of the end command. In this case, the end command may be omitted.

When the door opening command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display an image TG indicating that the door member is opened. The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 to display the image TG until the door closing command is input. In the present embodiment, the image TG is an image including the character information "the door is open". In the present embodiment, displaying the image TG indicating that the door member is open on the effect display device 25 corresponds to performing notification based on the detection that the door member is open. That is, in the present embodiment, the notification in the notification means includes a notification based on the detection of the opening of the door member. Further, when the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image TG, the sub CPU 41a does not control so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are turned off.

As shown in FIG. 5, there are a plurality of types of gaming machines having the same frame 11 but different specifications. Further, in the present embodiment, the model number is set for each specification, and the combinations of the main board 40, the sub board 41, and the decorative member 50, which are each of a plurality of types, are different. The "specifications" include the type of the game board 20, the mode of giving the probability variation state, the type of the big hit game to be given, the probability of being given, the distribution of the fluctuation pattern, the content of the image data, the big hit and the reach. The probability, the appearance rate of the advance notice effect, the number of prize balls when a game ball enters each winning opening, the maximum number of winning balls, the character used as a motif, etc. are included. And, "the specifications are different" means that at least one of the elements included in the above-mentioned specifications is different. Hereinafter, based on FIG. 5, the specifications, the boards to be mounted, and the types of decorative members to be mounted will be described for each model number.

In the model number "Unit 1" (hereinafter, simply referred to as "Unit 1"), the decorative member 501 out of a plurality of types of decorative members 50 is mounted (mounted). An integrated circuit 551 is built in the decorative member 501. The integrated circuit 551 built in the decorative member 501 is different from the integrated circuit 552 built in the decorative member 502, which will be described later. Further, the main board 401a out of a plurality of types of main boards 40 is mounted (mounted) on the first machine. Information that can identify that the main ROM 40b is "the main ROM 40b dedicated to Unit 1 (main board 401a)" is stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 401a. The main ROM 40b of the main board 401a stores information that can identify that the jackpot probability in the non-probability change state is 1/300. Further, the sub-board 411a of the plurality of types of sub-boards 41 is mounted (mounted) on the No. 1 machine. Information that can identify that the sub-ROM 41b is "a sub-ROM 41b of the sub-board 411a" is stored in the sub-ROM 41b of the sub-board 411a.

In the model number "Unit 2" (hereinafter, simply referred to as "Unit 2"), the decorative member 501 out of a plurality of types of decorative members 50 is mounted. Further, the main board 401b out of a plurality of types of main boards 40 is mounted on the No. 2 machine. Information that can identify that the main ROM 40b is "the main ROM 40b dedicated to Unit 2 (main board 401b)" is stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 401b. The main ROM 40b of the main board 401b stores information that can identify that the jackpot probability in the non-probability change state is 1/300. Further, the sub-board 411b out of a plurality of types of sub-boards 41 is mounted on the No. 2 machine. Information that can identify that the sub-ROM 41b is "a sub-ROM 41b of the sub-board 411b" is stored in the sub-ROM 41b of the sub-board 411b. The storage information stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 401a and the storage information stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 401b are information that can identify "the main ROM b dedicated to Unit 1" (or "2". The stored information other than the information that can identify "being the main ROMb dedicated to the unit") may be the same.

In the model number "Unit 3" (hereinafter, simply referred to as "Unit 3"), the decorative member 501 out of a plurality of types of decorative members 50 is mounted. Further, the main board 401c out of a plurality of types of main boards 40 is mounted on the No. 3 machine. Information that can identify that the main ROM 40b is "the main ROM 40b dedicated to Unit 3 (main board 401c)" is stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 401c. The main ROM 40b of the main board 401c stores information that can identify that the jackpot probability in the non-probability change state is 1/270. Further, the sub-board 411a of the plurality of types of sub-boards 41 is mounted on the No. 3 machine.

In the model number "Unit 4" (hereinafter, simply referred to as "Unit 4"), the decorative member 501 out of a plurality of types of decorative members 50 is mounted. Further, the main board 401d out of a plurality of types of main boards 40 is mounted on the No. 4 machine. Information that can identify that the main ROM 40b is "the main ROM 40b dedicated to Unit 4 (main board 401d)" is stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 401d. The main ROM 40b of the main board 401d stores information that can identify that the jackpot probability in the non-probability change state is 1/270. Further, the sub-board 411b out of the plurality of types of sub-boards 41 is mounted on the No. 3 machine. The storage information stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 401c and the storage information stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 401d are information that can identify "the main ROM b dedicated to Unit 3" (or "4". The stored information other than the information that can identify "being the main ROMb dedicated to the unit") may be the same.

In the model number "No. 5" (hereinafter, simply referred to as "No. 5"), the decoration member 502 among the plurality of types of decoration members 50 is mounted. An integrated circuit 552 is built in the decorative member 502. Further, the main board 402a among the plurality of types of main boards 40 is mounted on the No. 5 machine. Information that can identify that the main ROM 40b is "the main ROM 40b dedicated to Unit 5 (main board 402a)" is stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 402a. The main ROM 40b of the main board 402a stores information that can identify that the jackpot probability in the non-probability change state is 1/300. Further, the sub-board 412a of the plurality of types of sub-boards 41 is mounted on the No. 5 machine. Information that can identify that the sub-ROM 41b is "a sub-ROM 41b of the sub-board 412a" is stored in the sub-ROM 41b of the sub-board 412a.

In the model number "No. 6" (hereinafter, simply referred to as "No. 6"), the decoration member 502 among the plurality of types of decoration members 50 is mounted. Further, the main board 402b out of a plurality of types of main boards 40 is mounted on the No. 6 machine. Information that can identify that the main ROM 40b is "the main ROM 40b dedicated to Unit 6 (main board 402b)" is stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 402b. The main ROM 40b of the main board 402b stores information that can identify that the jackpot probability in the non-probability change state is 1/300. Further, the sub-board 412b of the plurality of types of sub-boards 41 is mounted on the No. 6 machine. Information that can identify that the sub-ROM 41b is "a sub-ROM 41b of the sub-board 412b" is stored in the sub-ROM 41b of the sub-board 412b. The storage information stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 402a and the storage information stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 402b are information that can identify "the main ROM b dedicated to Unit 5" (or "6". The stored information other than the information that can identify "being the main ROMb dedicated to the unit") may be the same.

In the model number "7th machine" (hereinafter, simply referred to as "7th machine"), the decorative member 502 among the plurality of types of decorative members 50 is mounted. Further, the main board 402c out of a plurality of types of main boards 40 is mounted on the No. 7 machine. Information that can identify that the main ROM 40b is "the main ROM 40b dedicated to Unit 7 (main board 402c)" is stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 402c. The main ROM 40b of the main board 402c stores information that can identify that the jackpot probability in the non-probability change state is 1/250. Further, the sub-board 412a of the plurality of types of sub-boards 41 is mounted on the No. 7 machine.

In the model number "No. 8" (hereinafter, simply referred to as "No. 8"), the decoration member 502 among the plurality of types of decoration members 50 is mounted. Further, the main board 402d out of a plurality of types of main boards 40 is mounted on the No. 8 machine. Information that can identify that the main ROM 40b is "the main ROM 40b dedicated to Unit 8 (main board 402d)" is stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 402d. The main ROM 40b of the main board 402d stores information that can identify that the jackpot probability in the non-probability change state is 1/250. Further, the sub-board 412b of the plurality of types of sub-boards 41 is mounted on the No. 8 machine. The storage information stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 402c and the storage information stored in the main ROM 40b of the main board 402d are information that can identify "the main ROM b dedicated to Unit 7" (or "8". The stored information other than the information that can identify "being the main ROMb dedicated to the unit") may be the same.

Here, the two types of decorative member 501 and the decorative member 502 shown in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 (a) and 6 (b).
As shown in FIG. 6A, the decorative member 501 includes a plurality of types of effect devices. The decorative member 501 includes decorative lamps 511a, 511b, and 511c as effect devices. The decorative lamps 511a to 511c have a built-in light emitting body. In the decorative lamps 511a to 511c, a light emitting effect is executed in which the built-in light emitting body emits light, blinks, and turns off. Further, the decorative member 501 has an integrated circuit 551 built-in.

As shown in FIG. 6B, the decorative member 502 includes a plurality of types of effect devices. The decorative member 502 includes decorative lamps 512a and 512b as an effect device. A light emitting body is built in the decorative lamps 512a and 512b. In the decorative lamps 512a and 512b, a light emitting effect is executed in which the built-in light emitting body emits light, blinks, and turns off. Further, the decorative member 502 includes a movable movable body 522 as an effect device. The decorative member 502 includes an actuator (not shown). Then, the movable body 522 operates by receiving power from the actuator included in the decorative member 502. Further, the decorative member 502 has an integrated circuit 552 built-in.

As described above, as shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B, the decorative member 501 has a different design from the decorative member 502 (different from the design). Further, the effect device provided on the decorative member 501 is different from the effect device provided on the decorative member 502. For example, the number of light emitting devices provided on the decorative member 501 (decorative lamps 511a to 511c) is different from the number of light emitting devices provided on the decorative member 502 (decorative lamps 512a, 512b). Further, the decorative member 502 includes a movable body 522 that can be moved as an effect device, while the decorative member 501 does not include a movable body that can move as an effect device. Further, the decorative member 501 and the decorative member 502 have an integrated circuit 55 built in according to each type. That is, in the present embodiment, the predetermined member has an integrated circuit built in according to the type of the predetermined member.

Today, there are cases where the specifications of the gaming machine are changed while reusing the frame body 11. At this time, it is necessary to replace the decorative members and change the combination of each control board. Therefore, there may be a case where the decorative member is forgotten to be attached, or a case where the decorative member to be attached or the type of each control board is mistaken. For this reason, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, a discrimination process for identifying whether or not the decorative member is attached, a discrimination process for identifying whether or not the attached decorative member is mistaken, and A discrimination process is performed to identify whether the combination of the mounted control boards is incorrect. Hereinafter, controls related to various discrimination processes will be described.

First, the control related to the discrimination process performed by the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 will be described.
When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is started (power is turned on), the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 performs an activation process for starting the game. .. Then, the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 is associated with each of the main boards 40, and control information for indicating that the pachinko gaming machine 10 has started normally (hereinafter, combination command). Is stored in the output buffer and output to the sub-board 41 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10.

In the present embodiment, even if the main board 40 is of the same type, the combination command to be output differs depending on what kind of processing is performed at the time of power recovery. The “recovery” means that the power supply is started from the state where the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is cut off. And, in "recovery", at least, the power was restored when the administrator started to supply power with the start of business of the amusement park, and an unexpected situation such as a power outage occurred during the business hours of the amusement park. There is a power recovery when the power supply is started at.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is equipped with a power supply monitoring circuit (not shown) that monitors the voltage value supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 10. The power supply monitoring circuit is provided on a power supply board (not shown) mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10. The power supply board converts the voltage supplied from the external power supply installed in the game hall into the operating voltage of each control board mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 and supplies the voltage.

Further, a backup power supply (not shown) is connected to the main RAM 40c of the main board 40 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 in order to retain the stored contents even after the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is cut off. ing. The backup power supply includes, for example, an electric double-layer capacitor, and is mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10. Then, when the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 inputs a power cutoff signal (a signal indicating that the voltage value has dropped to a predetermined voltage value) from the power supply monitoring circuit, the backup process is executed and the stored information of the main RAM 40c is stored. Holds even after the power supply is cut off. The information stored in the main RAM 40c even after the power supply is cut off includes information on the game state when the power is cut off, information on unpaid prize balls, information on big hit games, and information on special games (types of fluctuation patterns). Etc.) and so on.

At the time of power recovery, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not to start the control of the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the information stored and held in the main RAM 40c. If this determination result is affirmative, the main CPU 40a returns the state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 to the state when the power supply is cut off based on the information stored and held in the main RAM 40c, and starts control. If the determination result is negative, the power is restored when the backup process is not performed normally or when the RAM clear switch (not shown) for initializing the stored contents of the main RAM 40c is operated. May have been done. Then, when the main CPU 40a does not start the control of the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the information stored and held in the main RAM 40c, the main CPU 40a makes various settings (initialization processing is performed) based on the initialization information, and the pachinko gaming machine 10 is performed. Starts control of.

Then, at the time of power restoration, the main CPU 40a refers to the stored information of the main ROM 40b and outputs a combination command associated with the type of the main board 40, depending on whether or not the backup process is normally performed. Store in. For example, the main CPU 40a stores the combination command associated with the main board 401a in the output buffer when the main ROM 40b stores information that can identify "the main ROM 40b dedicated to the first machine". At this time, the main CPU 40a stores different combination commands in the output buffer depending on whether the backup process is normally performed or the backup process is not normally performed (initialization process is performed). do. The main CPU 40a waits until the sub-board 41 is normally started after the power is restored (after a predetermined time has elapsed from the power restoration), and then outputs the combination command.

Next, the control related to the discrimination process performed by the sub CPU 41a of the sub board 41 will be described.
When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is started, the sub CPU 41a of the sub-board 41 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 performs an activation process for starting the game. By this activation process, the stored information of the sub RAM 41c of the sub board 41 is initialized by making various settings based on the initialization information.

After starting, when the combination command is input, the sub CPU 41a determines the combination of the main board 40 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 and the sub board 41 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 (hereinafter, the control unit). Shown as combination judgment). In the control unit combination determination, the sub CPU 41a determines whether the type of the sub-board 41 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 and the type of the sub-board 41 that can be specified from the combination command match. For example, when the combination command corresponding to the first machine is input, the sub CPU 41a specifies that the type of the sub board 41 that can be specified from the combination command is the sub board 411a. Then, when the sub CPU 41a stores information that can identify "the sub ROM 41b is the sub ROM 41b of the sub board 411a" in the sub ROM 41b, the sub CPU 41a can be specified from the "type of the sub board 41 and the combination command". Matches with the type of the sub-board 41. " That is, when the sub CPU 41a stores information that can identify that the sub ROM 41b is the sub ROM 41b of the sub board 411a, the sub CPU 41a is "mounted on the main board 40 and mounted." The combination of the sub-boards 41 is normal. " On the other hand, when the sub ROM 41b does not store information that can identify "the sub ROM 41b is the sub ROM 41b of the sub board 411a", the sub CPU 41a is "combined with the type of the mounted sub board 41". The type of the sub-board 41 that can be specified from the command does not match. " That is, when the sub ROM 41b does not store information that can identify that the sub ROM 41b is the sub ROM 41b of the sub board 411a, the sub CPU 41a is "mounted on the main board 40 and mounted." The combination of the sub-boards 41 is not normal. "

In the present embodiment, the control unit combination determination corresponds to the control unit determination process for determining the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit. In the present embodiment, as a control unit determination means capable of executing a control unit determination process for determining a combination of a mounted main control unit and a mounted sub control unit by performing a control unit combination determination by the sub CPU 41a. Function is realized. Therefore, in the present embodiment, since the sub-board 41 has the sub CPU 41a for determining the combination of the control units, the sub-control unit uses the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub-control unit. Control unit for determination It has a function as a control unit determination means capable of executing the determination process. Further, as described above, the sub CPU 41a performs the control unit combination determination after the startup. That is, in the present embodiment, the control unit determination means executes the control unit determination process when the power supply to the gaming machine is started.

Further, when the sub CPU 41a determines that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub board 41 is not normal", the image EG1 prompting the user to confirm the combination of the mounted control boards. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to display. The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 to display the image EG1 until the power supply is cut off. In the present embodiment, the image EG1 is an image including the character information "Please confirm the combination of the substrates". In the present embodiment, the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub-control unit can be displayed on the effect display device 25 to display the image EG1 prompting to confirm the combination of the mounted control boards. It corresponds to notifying based on the fact that it is determined to be abnormal. That is, in the present embodiment, the notification in the notification means includes notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit is not normal. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, by displaying the image EG1 on the effect display device 25, the effect display device 25 notifies that the type of the sub-board 41 mounted on the main board 40 is not normal. Will be done. Further, when the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG1, the sub CPU 41a controls so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are turned off. That is, in the present embodiment, when the notification means is notified based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit is not normal, all provided on the game board. The light emitting body turns off.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the image EG1 is displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a limits the display of the image TG. Specifically, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal" and the image EG1 is displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub-CPU 41a issues a door opening command. Is input, the image TG is not displayed on the effect display device 25, and the image EG1 is displayed on the effect display device 25. In this way, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", even if the opening of the door member is detected, the effect display device 25 may display the effect. The display of the image EG1 has priority over the display of the image TG. That is, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit is not normal, and when the opening of the door member is detected, the notification is notified. In the means, the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal is prioritized over the notification based on the detection of the opening of the door member. NS.

On the other hand, when the sub CPU 41a determines that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub board 41 is normal", the sub CPU 41a combines the symbols by the effect symbols corresponding to the input combination command (initial symbol combination). ) Is displayed, the effect display device 25 is controlled. In the present embodiment, displaying the initial symbol combination on the effect display device 25 is notified based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit is normal. Corresponds to that. That is, in the present embodiment, the notification in the notification means includes notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit is normal.

After startup, the sub CPU 41a performs a confirmation process for confirming the control signal from the decorative member 50.
In the present embodiment, when the decorative member 50 is attached to the front frame 14, the connecting portion of the decorative member 50 and the connecting portion of the front frame 14 are connected, and electric power is supplied to the decorative member 50. This electric power is supplied to the integrated circuit 55 built in the decorative member 50. When power is supplied to the integrated circuit 55, specific control information is output from the integrated circuit 55. This specific control information is input to the sub CPU 41a via the connecting portion of the decorative member 50 and the connecting portion of the front frame 14. The specific control information output from the integrated circuit 551 is different from the specific control information output from the integrated circuit 552. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the decorative member 50 is mounted, specific control information according to the type of the decorative member 50 is output from the integrated circuit 55 built in the decorative member 50. Will be done. That is, in the present embodiment, when a predetermined member is mounted, specific control information according to the type of the predetermined member is output from the integrated circuit built in the predetermined member.

The sub CPU 41a performs the confirmation process based on the presence / absence of input of specific control information and the type of specific control information. In the confirmation process, the sub CPU 41a determines whether or not specific control information has been input. In this determination, when it is determined that the specific control information is not input, the sub CPU 41a determines that the decorative member 50 is not attached.

In the present embodiment, the determination as to whether or not specific control information has been input corresponds to the attachment determination process for determining whether or not a predetermined member is attached. Then, in the present embodiment, as a mounting confirmation determining means capable of executing a mounting confirmation determining process for determining whether or not a predetermined member is mounted by performing "determination as to whether or not specific control information has been input" by the sub CPU 41a. Function is realized. Therefore, in the present embodiment, since the sub-board 41 has a sub-CPU 41a that "determines whether or not specific control information has been input", the sub-control unit determines whether or not a predetermined member is mounted. It has a function as a mounting confirmation determination means capable of executing a mounting confirmation determination process. Further, as described above, the sub CPU 41a determines whether or not specific control information has been input after the startup. That is, in the present embodiment, the mounting confirmation determining means executes the mounting confirmation determination process when the power supply to the gaming machine is started.

Further, when it is determined in the confirmation process that the specific control information has not been input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG2 prompting the attachment of the decorative member. The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 to display the image EG2 until the power supply is cut off. In the present embodiment, the image EG2 is an image including the character information "Please attach the decorative member". In the present embodiment, displaying the image EG2 prompting the attachment of the decorative member on the effect display device 25 corresponds to performing notification based on the fact that the predetermined member is not attached. That is, in the present embodiment, the notification in the notification means includes a notification based on the fact that a predetermined member is not attached. Further, when the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG2, the sub CPU 41a controls so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are turned off. That is, in the present embodiment, when the notification means is notified based on the fact that the predetermined member is not attached, all the effect light emitting bodies provided on the game board are turned off.

However, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a limits the display of the image EG2. Specifically, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a is determined to be "the decorative member 50 is not mounted". Even if there is, the image EG2 is not displayed on the effect display device 25. As a result, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", and "the decorative member 50 is mounted. If it is determined that there is no image EG2, the effect display device 25 does not display the image EG2. That is, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal, and it is determined that the predetermined member is not mounted. In the notification means, notification based on the fact that a predetermined member is not attached is limited. Incidentally, at this time, all the board lamps 37a to 37d provided on the game board 20 are turned off.

The display area where the image EG2 is displayed on the effect display device 25 is smaller than the display area where the image EG1 is displayed on the effect display device 25. That is, in the notification area when the notification based on the fact that the predetermined member is not mounted is performed in the effect display device 25, it is determined that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit is not normal. The notification based on the fact is smaller than the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs the notification.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the image EG2 is displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a limits the display of the image TG. Specifically, when it is determined that "the decorative member 50 is not attached" and the image EG2 is displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a displays the image TG even when the door opening command is input. The image EG2 is displayed on the effect display device 25 without being displayed on the effect display device 25. In this way, when it is determined that "the decorative member 50 is not attached", even if the opening of the door member is detected, the display of the image EG2 on the effect display device 25 is larger than the display of the image TG. have priority. That is, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that the predetermined member is not attached and when the opening of the door member is detected, the notification means is based on the fact that the predetermined member is not attached. The notification takes precedence over the notification based on the detection of the opening of the door member.

On the other hand, when it is determined in the confirmation process that specific control information has been input, the sub CPU 41a determines the type of the decorative member 50 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 and the sub-board 41 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10. Judgment of the type and combination of (hereinafter referred to as decoration combination determination). By performing the decoration combination determination, the sub CPU 41a determines whether the combination of the mounted sub control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal. For example, when the sub ROM 41b stores information that can identify "the sub ROM 41b is the sub ROM 41b of the sub board 411a", the sub CPU 41a is a decoration to be attached to the type of the sub board 41. It is specified that the type of the member 50 is the decorative member 501. Then, when the input specific control information is the specific control information output from the integrated circuit 551 built in the decorative member 501, the sub CPU 41a "is mounted on the sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member. The combination of 50 is normal. " On the other hand, if the input specific control information is not the specific control information output from the integrated circuit 551 built in the decorative member 501, the sub CPU 41a "is mounted on the sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50. The combination of is not normal. "

In the present embodiment, the decoration combination determination corresponds to the combination determination process of determining the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member. Then, in the present embodiment, the function as a combination determination means capable of executing the combination determination process of determining the combination of the attached sub-control unit and the attached predetermined member by performing the decoration combination determination by the sub CPU 41a. Is realized. Therefore, in the present embodiment, since the sub-board 41 has the sub CPU 41a for determining the decorative combination, the sub-control unit determines the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member. It has a function as a combination determination means capable of executing a combination determination process. Further, as described above, the sub CPU 41a determines the decoration combination after the startup. That is, in the present embodiment, the combination determination means executes the combination determination process when the power supply to the gaming machine is started.

Further, when the sub CPU 41a determines that "the combination of the mounted sub board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal", the image EG3 prompts the user to confirm the type of the mounted decorative member 50. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to display. In the present embodiment, the image EG3 is an image including the character information "Please check the decorative member". Further, when the sub CPU 41a determines that "the combination of the mounted sub substrate 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal", the sub CPU 41a displays an image EG4 imitating the decorative member 50 to be mounted. , Controls the effect display device 25. Thereby, the type of the decorative member 50 actually mounted on the front frame 14 and the type of the decorative member 50 that can be identified from the image EG4 can be easily confirmed. The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 to display the image EG3 and the image EG4 until the power supply is cut off. In the present embodiment, it is mounted that the effect display device 25 displays an image EG3 that prompts confirmation of the type of the decorative member 50 that is mounted and an image EG4 that imitates the decorative member 50 that should be mounted. This corresponds to performing notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal. That is, in the present embodiment, the notification in the notification means includes notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal. As described above, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control member is not normal, the notification means is mounted on the mounted sub-control unit. It may be notified that the type of the predetermined member is not normal. Further, when the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG3 and the image EG4, the sub CPU 41a controls so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are turned off. That is, in the present embodiment, when the notification means is notified based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal, all the notifications provided on the game board are provided. The effect illuminant turns off.

However, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a limits the display of the images EG3 and EG4. Specifically, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub CPU 41a "is the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member. Even when it is determined that the combination of 50 is not normal, the images EG3 and EG4 are not displayed on the effect display device 25. As a result, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal" and "the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal". When it is determined that the combination of the decorative member 50 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal, the images EG3 and EG4 are not displayed on the effect display device 25. That is, in the present embodiment, it is determined that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal, and the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control unit are mounted. When it is determined that the combination of the predetermined members is not normal, the notification means limits the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal. Incidentally, at this time, all the board lamps 37a to 37d provided on the game board 20 are turned off.

The display area in which the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed in the effect display device 25 is smaller than the display area in which the image EG1 is displayed in the effect display device 25. That is, the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal is the mounted main control unit. The notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal is smaller than the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs the notification. Further, the display area in which the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed in the effect display device 25 is larger than the display area in which the image EG2 is displayed in the effect display device 25. That is, the predetermined member is not mounted in the notification area when the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal is performed in the effect display device 25. The notification based on the above is larger than the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs the notification. That is, in the present embodiment, the predetermined member is mounted in the notification area when the notification means is notified based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal. It is larger than the notification area when the notification based on the fact that the notification is not performed is performed by the notification means.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a limits the display of the image TG. Specifically, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal" and the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub-CPU 41a is a door. Even when the release command is input, the image TG is not displayed on the effect display device 25, and the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed on the effect display device 25. In this way, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal", even if the opening of the door member is detected, the effect display device 25 may display the effect. The display of the images EG3 and EG4 has priority over the display of the image TG. That is, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal, and when the opening of the door member is detected, the notification means. Then, the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal has priority over the notification based on the detection of the opening of the door member.

On the other hand, when the sub CPU 41a determines that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal", it indicates that the type of the mounted decorative member 50 is normal. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to display the image EG5. The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 to display the image EG5 until a predetermined display time (for example, 10 seconds) elapses. In the present embodiment, the image EG5 is an image imitating a circle. In the present embodiment, displaying the image EG5 indicating that the type of the mounted decorative member 50 is normal on the effect display device 25 is a combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member. Corresponds to performing notification based on the fact that is determined to be normal. That is, in the present embodiment, the notification in the notification means includes notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal. Further, when the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG5, the sub CPU 41a does not control so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are turned off. That is, in the present embodiment, when the notification means is notified based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal, all provided on the game board. The light emitting body does not turn off.

However, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a limits the display of the image EG5. Specifically, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub CPU 41a "is the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member. Even when it is determined that the combination of 50 is normal, the image EG5 is not displayed on the effect display device 25. As a result, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal" and "the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal". When it is determined that the combination of the decorative member 50 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal, the image EG5 is not displayed on the effect display device 25. That is, in the present embodiment, it is determined that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal, and the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control unit are mounted. When it is determined that the combination of the predetermined members is normal, the notification means limits the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal. .. Incidentally, at this time, all the board lamps 37a to 37d provided on the game board 20 are turned off.

The display area where the image EG5 is displayed on the effect display device 25 is smaller than the display area where the image EG1 is displayed on the effect display device 25. That is, the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal is the mounted main control. The notification based on the determination that the combination of the unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal is smaller than the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs the notification. Further, the display area in which the image EG5 is displayed on the effect display device 25 is smaller than the display area in which the image EG2 is displayed on the effect display device 25. That is, the predetermined member is mounted in the notification area when the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal is performed in the effect display device 25. The notification based on the absence is smaller than the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs the notification. Further, the display area where the image EG5 is displayed on the effect display device 25 is smaller than the display area where the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed on the effect display device 25. That is, the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control member is normal is the mounted sub-control. The notification based on the determination that the combination of the unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal is smaller than the notification area when the effect display device 25 performs the notification.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the image EG5 is displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a does not limit the display of the image TG and allows the display of the image TG. Specifically, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal" and the image EG5 is displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a opens the door. When a command is input, the image TG is displayed on the effect display device 25 in addition to the image EG2. In this way, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal", when the opening of the door member is detected, the effect display device 25 displays an image. EG2 and image TG are displayed. As described above, in the present embodiment, the function as the notification control means for controlling the notification means is realized by controlling the effect display device 25 as the notification means by the sub CPU 41a. Further, in the present embodiment, since the sub-board 41 has the sub CPU 41a, the sub-control unit has a function as a notification control means for controlling the notification means.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the decorative member 50 is not attached, the image EG2 can be displayed on the effect display device 25. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the decorative member 50 is attached, the images EG3, EG4 or the image EG5 can be displayed on the effect display device 25. Therefore, in the present embodiment, displaying the images EG3 and EG4 on the effect display device 25 and displaying the image EG5 on the effect display device 25 is a notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is attached, that is, , Corresponds to performing notification based on the fact that a predetermined member is attached. That is, in the present embodiment, the notification in the notification means includes a notification based on the attachment of a predetermined member.

As described above, in the present embodiment, regardless of the determination result of the control unit combination determination, the determination as to whether the specific control information is input and the decoration combination determination are performed. Similarly, in the present embodiment, the control unit combination determination is performed regardless of the determination result of whether or not specific control information has been input and the determination result of the decoration combination determination. For example, when it is determined in the control unit combination determination that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", it is determined whether specific control information has been input and a decorative combination. It may be configured not to make a determination. Further, for example, when it is determined that the specific control information has not been input in the determination as to whether the specific control information has been input (when it is determined that the decorative member 50 is not attached), the control is performed. It may be configured so that the part combination determination is not performed. Further, for example, when it is determined in the decorative combination determination that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal", the control unit combination determination is not performed. May be good.

Here, based on FIGS. 7A to 7E, the display contents of the effect display device 25 according to the determination result of the control unit combination determination and the determination result of the decoration combination determination will be described.
As shown in FIG. 7A, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is normal" in the control unit combination determination, the effect display device 25 is subjected to the effect display device 25. , The initial symbol combination is displayed. Thereby, it is possible to identify that the combination of the mounted control boards is normal. Further, when it is determined in the decoration combination determination that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal", the image EG5 is displayed on the effect display device 25. Thereby, it is possible to identify that the type of the decorative member 50 attached is normal. Further, at this time, when the door member is open, the image TG is displayed on the effect display device 25 to notify that the opening of the door member is detected, that is, that the door member is open. Will be done. After that, as shown in FIG. 7B, when the predetermined display time elapses, the display of the image EG5 ends on the effect display device 25, and the initial symbol combination is displayed. At this time, when the door member is continuously opened, the image TG is continuously displayed on the effect display device 25 even if the display of the image EG5 is completed on the effect display device 25.

Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 7C, when it is determined that the decorative member 50 is not attached, the image EG2 is displayed on the effect display device 25. At this time, if it is determined in the control unit combination determination that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is normal", the effect display device 25 displays the initial symbol combination. NS. Incidentally, even if the door member is opened while the image EG2 is displayed, the image TG is not displayed on the effect display device 25, and the image EG2 continues to be displayed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 7D, when it is determined in the control unit combination determination that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is normal", the effect display device 25 The initial symbol combination is displayed in. Further, when it is determined in the decoration combination determination that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal", the effects display device 25 displays the images EG3 and EG4. Thereby, it can be specified that the type of the decorative member 50 to be mounted is not normal and the type of the decorative member 50 to be mounted must be confirmed. Incidentally, even if the door member is opened while the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed, the image TG is not displayed on the effect display device 25, and the images EG3 and EG4 continue to be displayed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 7E, when it is determined in the control unit combination determination that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the effect display device 25 is used. Displays the image EG1. This makes it possible to specify that the combination of mounted control boards must be confirmed. At this time, regardless of whether it is determined that the decorative member 50 is not attached or the determination result of the decoration combination determination is which determination result, the image EG2 is different from the image EG1. All of ~ EG5 are not displayed on the effect display device 25. Incidentally, even if the door member is opened while the image EG1 is displayed, the image TG is not displayed on the effect display device 25, and the image EG1 continues to be displayed.

Hereinafter, the effects of this embodiment will be described.
(1-1) The notification in the effect display device 25 as the notification means includes a notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 (predetermined member) is not attached, and a notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is attached. There is at least one of them. By configuring such notification to be performed, it is possible to prevent the game from being played without the decorative member 50 being attached, and thus being unable to improve the interest due to the decorative member 50 to be attached not being attached. This makes it easier to improve the interest by playing the game after mounting the decorative member 50 to be mounted.

(1-2) Using the frame key (predetermined key), it is possible to perform an operation that allows the decorative member 50 as the predetermined member to be removed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a person who does not own the frame key (for example, a player) from arbitrarily removing the decorative member 50 or replacing the decorative member 50, and the decorative member 50 can be attached. It is possible to prevent the hobby from being unable to be improved due to the fact that the decorative member 50 to be used is not attached.

(1-3) Using the frame key (predetermined key), it is possible to perform an operation of allowing the decorative member 50 as a predetermined member to be removed and an operation of allowing the door member to be opened. In this way, by using the frame key, both the operation of allowing the decorative member 50 to be removed and the operation of allowing the door member to be opened can be performed, so that each operation can be performed. Compared to the case where separate keys are required, the burden on the key manager (for example, the manager of the gaming machine) can be reduced.

(1-4) The notification in the effect display device 25 (notifying means) is based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 (sub-control unit) and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal. There is at least one of a notification and a notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal. By configuring such notification to be performed, it is possible to ask that the type of the decorative member 50 attached may be wrong, and the decorative member 50 of the wrong type is attached. Can be suppressed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being unable to improve his / her interest due to the fact that the decorative member 50 to be attached is not attached due to the game being played with the wrong type of decorative member 50 attached, and the decorative member 50 should be attached. By playing the game with the decorative member 50 attached, it becomes easier to improve the interest.

(1-5) The decoration combination determination is performed (the combination determination process is executed) when the power supply to the gaming machine is started. As described above, for example, since the decoration combination determination is not performed at predetermined intervals, it is possible to reduce the control burden of performing the decoration combination determination.

(1-6) Specific control information according to the type of the decorative member 50 is output from the integrated circuit 55 built in the decorative member 50 as a predetermined member. Then, based on the specific control information, the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 (sub-control unit) and the decorative member 50 is normal, or the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the decorative member 50 is correct. It is judged whether it is normal or not. Therefore, the integrated circuit 55 built in the decorative member 50 need only be an integrated circuit 55 according to the type of the decorative member 50. Therefore, for example, the structure and design of the decorative member 50 are different from those in which the decorative member 50 of a physically abnormal type cannot be mounted by devising the structure and design of the decorative member 50. The design is not restricted, the degree of freedom in designing the structure and design of the decorative member 50 is increased, and it becomes easier to improve the interest.

(1-7) When the combination of the mounted main board 40 (main control unit) and the sub board 41 (sub control unit) is not normal, the mounted main board 40 is mounted on the effect display device 25 as a notification means. It is notified that the type of the sub-board 41 mounted on the board is not normal. In this way, since it is determined whether the combination of the main board 40 and the sub board 41 is also normal, it is not simply suspected that the type of the decorative member 50 is different, but the type of the sub board 41 is wrong. You can ask that you may be. As a result, while the combination of the sub-board 41 and the decorative member 50 is correct, it is possible to prevent the game from being played with the combination of the sub-board 41 and the main board 40 being incorrect.

(1-8) Even if the type of the decorative member 50 (predetermined member) is changed according to the mounted sub-board 41 (sub-control unit), the combination of the main board 40 (main control unit) and the sub-board 41 remains. If you make a mistake, it may interfere with the game. Therefore, it is determined that the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the sub-board 41 is not normal, and that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the decorative member 50 is not normal. In this case, the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal is restricted. As a result, after correcting the combination of the main substrate 40 and the sub-board 41, it is possible to urge the combination of the sub-board 41 and the decorative member 50 to be corrected.

(1-9) The notification in the effect display device 25 as the notification means includes a notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 (predetermined member) is not attached, and a notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is attached. There is at least one of them. By configuring such notification to be performed, it is possible to prevent the decorative member 50 from being forgotten to be attached. Further, the notification in the effect display device 25 includes a notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal, and the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounting. There is at least one of notifications based on the determination that the combination of the decorative members 50 is normal. By configuring such notification to be performed, it is possible to ask that the type of the decorative member 50 attached may be wrong, and the decorative member 50 of the wrong type is attached. Can be suppressed. As a result, the game is played without the decorative member 50 attached, or the game is played with the wrong type of decorative member 50 attached, and the decorative member 50 to be attached is not attached. It is possible to suppress the inability to improve, and it becomes easier to improve the interest by playing the game after mounting the decorative member 50 to be mounted.

(1-10) The effect display device 25 (1-10) notifies based on the determination that the type of the decorative member 50 (predetermined member) mounted on the mounted sub-board 41 (sub-control unit) is not normal. The notification area when the notification means) is performed is larger than the notification area when the notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is not attached is performed by the effect display device 25. As described above, when the decoration member 50 of the wrong type is mounted, the notification is performed in a larger notification area than when the decoration member 50 is not mounted. For example, the apparent discomfort when the decorative member 50 is not attached may be stronger than the discomfort when the decorative member 50 is attached even if it is of the wrong type. Therefore, in a situation where it is considered that the appearance of discomfort is weak, the type of the decorative member 50 mounted on the sub-board 41 mounted is not normal by notifying the fact in a larger notification area. Can be easily recognized.

(1-11) The door member may be opened by the administrator for maintenance or the like. In such a situation, the mounted sub-board 41 (sub-control unit) and the mounted decorative member 50 (predetermined member) have priority over the notification based on the detection of the opening of the door member. It is configured so that notification is performed based on the determination that the combination is not normal. As a result, it is possible to make it easier for the administrator to notice that the type of the decorative member 50 mounted on the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal.

(1-12) When notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 as a predetermined member is not mounted is performed by the effect display device 25 (notification means), all the board lamps 37a provided on the game board 20 37d (directing light emitter) goes out. Similarly, when the effect display device 25 is notified based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 (sub-control unit) and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal, the game board All the board lamps 37a to 37d provided in 20 are turned off. Therefore, it becomes easy to understand that an abnormality has occurred, and further, it becomes easy to draw attention to the effect display device 25.

(Second Embodiment)
Next, a second embodiment of the gaming machine will be described. The same configuration as that of the first embodiment is designated by the same reference numerals as those of the first embodiment, and detailed description and drawings thereof will be omitted.

The confirmation process in the second embodiment is different from the confirmation process in the first embodiment. In the second embodiment, unlike the first embodiment, specific control information from the integrated circuit 55 is not input to the sub CPU 41a.

In the confirmation process of the second embodiment, the sub CPU 41a stores the control information according to the type of the decorative member 50 to be mounted in the output buffer. When the decorative member 50 is mounted, the control information stored in the output buffer by the sub CPU 41a is the integrated circuit 55 built in the decorative member 50 via the connecting portion of the front frame 14 and the connecting portion of the decorative member 50. Is output to. When the control information from the sub CPU 41a is input to the integrated circuit 55, the integrated circuit 55 converts the input control information and generates the converted control information. The generated control information after conversion is input to the sub CPU 41a via the connecting portion of the decorative member 50 and the connecting portion of the front frame 14. As described above, in the present embodiment, the integrated circuit 55 can convert the input control information and can output the converted control information.

As described above, when the decorative member 50 is mounted, the sub CPU 41a outputs control information (predetermined control information) according to the type of the decorative member 50 to be mounted on the integrated circuit 55. It is possible to input the converted control information output in the integrated circuit 55. That is, in the present embodiment, the combination determination means can output predetermined control information to the integrated circuit when the predetermined member is mounted, and is a conversion output in the integrated circuit. Later control information can be input.

The sub ROM 41b in the present embodiment contains information capable of specifying control information to be output to the integrated circuit 55 of the decorative member 50 according to the type of the decorative member 50 to be mounted, and an integrated circuit of the decorative member 50 to be mounted. Information that can identify the control information to be input as the converted control information when the control information is converted in 55 (hereinafter, referred to as input information) is stored. For example, the sub ROM 41b of the sub-board 411a contains information capable of specifying control information to be output to the integrated circuit 551 of the decorative member 501, and control after the change when the control information is converted in the integrated circuit 551 of the decorative member 501. Information that can specify the control information to be input as information and information that can be specified are stored. In the confirmation process of the second embodiment, the sub CPU 41a is stored in the sub ROM 41b and is "information that can specify the control information to be output to the integrated circuit 55 of the decorative member 50 according to the type of the decorative member 50 to be mounted. The control information that can be specified from "is stored in the output buffer. The "control information to be input as the converted control information when the control information is converted in the integrated circuit 55 of the decorative member 50 to be mounted" means that a predetermined member of a normal type is mounted. Corresponds to the control information input to.

In the second embodiment, the sub CPU 41a performs the confirmation process based on the presence / absence of input of the converted control information and the type of the converted control information. In the confirmation process, the sub CPU 41a determines whether or not the converted control information has been input. In this determination, if it is determined that the converted control information has not been input, the sub CPU 41a determines that the decorative member 50 is not attached. In the present embodiment, the determination as to whether or not the converted control information has been input corresponds to the attachment determination process for determining whether or not the predetermined member is attached. Then, in the present embodiment, the mounting confirmation determination means capable of executing the mounting confirmation determination process for determining whether or not the predetermined member is mounted by performing "determination as to whether or not the converted control information has been input" by the sub CPU 41a. The function as is realized. Therefore, in the present embodiment, since the sub-board 41 has the sub-CPU 41a that "determines whether the converted control information has been input", the sub-control unit determines whether or not the predetermined member is mounted. It has a function as a mounting confirmation determination means capable of executing the mounting confirmation determination process. Further, as described above, the sub CPU 41a determines whether or not the converted control information has been input after the startup. That is, in the present embodiment, the mounting confirmation determining means executes the mounting confirmation determination process when the power supply to the gaming machine is started.

Further, when it is determined in the confirmation process that the converted control information has not been input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG2 prompting the attachment of the decorative member. The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 to display the image EG2 until the power supply is cut off. Further, when the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG2, the sub CPU 41a controls so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are turned off.

On the other hand, when it is determined in the confirmation process that the control information after conversion has been input, the sub CPU 41a determines the type of the decorative member 50 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 and the sub substrate mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10. The combination of 41 types and is determined (hereinafter, referred to as decoration combination determination). In the decoration combination determination of the present embodiment, the sub CPU 41a determines whether the input control information after conversion and the control information identifiable from the input information stored in the sub ROM 41b match. By performing the decoration combination determination, the sub CPU 41a determines whether the combination of the mounted sub control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal.

Specifically, when the input control information after conversion and the control information that can be identified from the input information stored in the sub ROM 41b match, the sub CPU 41a is "mounted on the sub board 41 and mounted. The combination of the decorative members 50 is normal. " As described above, in the present embodiment, when the converted control information is the control information input when a predetermined member of a normal type is mounted, the mounted sub-control unit and the sub-control unit are mounted. It is determined that the combination of the mounted predetermined members is normal. On the other hand, when the input control information after conversion and the control information identifiable from the input information stored in the sub ROM 41b do not match, the sub CPU 41a is "mounted on the sub board 41 and mounted. The combination of the decorative members 50 is not normal. " As described above, in the present embodiment, when the converted control information is not the control information input when a predetermined member of a normal type is mounted, the mounted sub-control unit and the mounting It is determined that the combination of the predetermined members is not normal.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the images EG3 and EG4 when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal". .. The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed until the power supply is cut off. Further, when the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG3 and the image EG4, the sub CPU 41a controls so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are turned off.

However, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a limits the display of the images EG3 and EG4. Specifically, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub CPU 41a "is the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member. Even when it is determined that the combination of 50 is not normal, the images EG3 and EG4 are not displayed on the effect display device 25. At this time, all the board lamps 37a to 37d provided on the game board 20 are turned off.

On the other hand, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG5 when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal". The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 to display the image EG5 until a predetermined display time (for example, 10 seconds) elapses. Further, when the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the image EG5, the sub CPU 41a does not control so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are turned off.

However, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a limits the display of the image EG5. Specifically, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub CPU 41a "is the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member. Even when it is determined that the combination of 50 is normal, the image EG5 is not displayed on the effect display device 25. As a result, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal" and "the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal". When it is determined that the combination of the decorative member 50 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal, the image EG5 is not displayed on the effect display device 25. At this time, all the board lamps 37a to 37d provided on the game board 20 are turned off.

As described above, in the present embodiment, regardless of the determination result of the control unit combination determination, the determination as to whether the converted control information is input and the decoration combination determination are performed. Similarly, in the present embodiment, the control unit combination determination is performed regardless of the determination result of whether or not the converted control information is input and the determination result of the decoration combination determination. For example, when it is determined in the control unit combination determination that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", it is determined and decorated whether the converted control information is input. It may be configured so that the combination determination is not performed. Further, for example, when it is determined that the converted control information has not been input in the determination as to whether or not the converted control information has been input (when it is determined that the decorative member 50 is not attached). , The control unit combination determination may not be performed. Further, for example, when it is determined in the decorative combination determination that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal", the control unit combination determination is not performed. May be good.

According to this embodiment, in addition to the effects (1-1) to (1-5) and (1-7) to (1-12) in the first embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.
(2-1) With respect to the integrated circuit 55 built in the decorative member 50 as a predetermined member, the sub CPU 41a (combination determination means) provides control information (predetermined control) according to the type of the decorative member 50 to be mounted. Information) is output. After that, based on the control information converted in the integrated circuit 55, the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 (sub-control unit) and the decorative member 50 is normal, or the mounted sub-board 41 is mounted. It is determined whether or not the combination of the decorative member 50 and the decorative member 50 is normal. In this way, by exchanging control information between the sub-board 41 and the integrated circuit 55 built in the decorative member 50, the control information is unilaterally output from the decorative member 50 as compared with the case where the control information is unilaterally output. , The accuracy of decoration combination determination (combination determination processing) can be improved. Further, the integrated circuit 55 built in the decorative member 50 may be simply an integrated circuit 55 according to the type of the decorative member 50. Therefore, for example, the structure and design of the decorative member 50 are different from those in which the decorative member 50 of a physically abnormal type cannot be mounted by devising the structure and design of the decorative member 50. The design is not restricted, the degree of freedom in designing the structure and design of the decorative member 50 is increased, and it becomes easier to improve the interest.

The above embodiment can be modified and implemented as follows. The above embodiment and the following modified examples can be implemented in combination with each other within a technically consistent range.
-In the above embodiment, it is determined whether the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal by performing the decoration combination determination, but the mounted main control unit and the mounted main control unit are mounted. It may be configured to determine whether the combination of predetermined members is normal. For example, in the first embodiment, when it is determined that specific control information has been input, the sub CPU 41a can be specified from the type of the decorative member 50 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 and the combination command in the decoration combination determination. It may be determined whether or not the type of the decorative member 50 matches. Similarly, in the second embodiment, when it is determined that the converted control information has been input, the sub CPU 41a is specified from the type of the decorative member 50 mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10 and the combination command in the decoration combination determination. It may be determined whether or not the types of possible decorative members 50 match. For example, when the combination command corresponding to the first machine is input, the sub CPU 41a can specify that the type of the decorative member 50 that can be specified from the combination command is the decorative member 501. Then, in the first embodiment, when the input specific control information is the specific control information output from the integrated circuit 551 built in the decorative member 501, the sub CPU 41a is "mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10". It may be determined that the type of the decorative member 50 and the type of the decorative member 50 that can be specified from the combination command match. " On the other hand, in the first embodiment, if the input specific control information is not the specific control information output from the integrated circuit 551 built in the decorative member 501, the sub CPU 41a "decorates the pachinko gaming machine 10". The type of the member 50 and the type of the decorative member 50 that can be specified from the combination command do not match. " Similarly, in the second embodiment, when the input control information after conversion is the control information after being converted by the integrated circuit 551 built in the decorative member 501, the sub CPU 41a "in the pachinko gaming machine 10". It may be determined that the type of the mounted decorative member 50 and the type of the decorative member 50 that can be specified from the combination command match. " On the other hand, in the second embodiment, if the input control information after conversion is not the control information after being converted by the integrated circuit 551 built in the decorative member 501, the sub CPU 41a is mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 10. The type of the decorative member 50 and the type of the decorative member 50 that can be specified from the combination command do not match. " Not only in the above embodiment, but also in the following modified examples, the situation that "the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal (or not normal)" is "mounted. It may be interpreted as a situation in which the combination of the main control unit and the predetermined member mounted is normal (or not normal).

-Although it is possible to perform an operation that allows the decorative member 50 to be removed using a predetermined key, the decorative member 50 may be configured to be removable without using a predetermined key. For example, the locking portion SS does not restrict the removal of the decorative member 50, and the decorative member 50 may be configured to be always allowed to be removed.

-A key different from the frame key may be used to enable an operation that allows the decorative member 50 to be removed. In this case, the decorative member 50 cannot be removed even if the frame key is owned, and the door member cannot be opened even if the key different from the frame key is owned. As a result, the security related to the removal of the decorative member 50 and the security related to the opening of the door member can be improved. As described above, the operation that can be performed using the predetermined key may be either an operation that allows the door member to be opened or an operation that allows the predetermined member to be removed. ..

-A part or all of the various discrimination processes may be configured to be performed at predetermined control cycles, for example, or may be performed every time a predetermined time (for example, 1 hour) elapses. It may be configured as follows. For example, the control unit combination determination may be performed once with the start of the power supply, while the confirmation process may be performed with the start of the power supply and may be performed at predetermined control cycles. As described above, in the first embodiment, the timing at which the “determination of whether specific control information has been input” and the “decoration combination determination” are performed is not limited to the timing at which the power supply to the gaming machine is started. Similarly, in the second embodiment, the timing at which the “determination of whether or not the converted control information has been input” and the “decoration combination determination” are performed is not limited to the timing at which the power supply to the gaming machine is started.

-When it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the display of the image EG2, the display of the images EG3 and EG4, and the display of the image EG5 are restricted. The method is not limited to the method of not displaying various images EG2 to EG5. For example, one of a method of reducing the size of various images EG2 to EG5, a method of changing the display position of various image EG2 to EG5, and another method is adopted to display the image EG2 and the image EG3. , EG4 display and image EG5 display may be restricted.

When it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a does not limit the display of the image EG2 and allows the display of the image EG2. It may be configured. For example, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal" and the sub-CPU 41a determines that "the decorative member 50 is not mounted", the image The effect display device 25 may be controlled so as to display the EG2. In this case, the effect display device 25 displays the image EG2 in addition to the image EG1. At this time, the effect display device 25 may display the image EG2 on top of the image EG1 or may display the image EG2 so as not to overlap with the image EG1. In displaying the image EG5 so as not to overlap with the image EG1, the size of the image EG2 may be reduced, or the display position of the image EG2 may be changed. Alternatively, a plurality may be selected.

When it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a does not limit the display of the images EG3 and EG4, and displays the images EG3 and EG4. It may be configured to allow it. For example, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub CPU 41a "is mounted the sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50." If it is determined that the combination of the above is not normal, the effect display device 25 may be controlled so as to display the images EG3 and EG4. In this case, the effect display device 25 displays the images EG3 and EG4 in addition to the image EG1. At this time, the effect display device 25 may display the images EG3 and EG4 on top of the image EG1 or may display the images EG3 and EG4 so as not to overlap with the image EG1. In displaying the images EG3 and EG4 so as not to overlap with the image EG1, the size of the images EG3 and EG4 may be reduced, the display positions of the images EG3 and EG4 may be changed, or the images EG3 and EG4 may be displayed. Only one of EG4 may be displayed, and one or more of these methods and other methods may be selected.

When it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub-CPU 41a does not limit the display of the image EG5 and allows the display of the image EG5. It may be configured. For example, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", the sub CPU 41a "is mounted the sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50." If it is determined that the combination of the above is normal, the effect display device 25 may be controlled to display the image EG5. In this case, the effect display device 25 displays the image EG5 in addition to the image EG1. At this time, the effect display device 25 may display the image EG5 on top of the image EG1 or may display the image EG5 so as not to overlap the image EG1. In displaying the image EG5 so as not to overlap with the image EG1, the size of the image EG5 may be reduced, or the display position of the image EG5 may be changed. Alternatively, a plurality may be selected.

-The method of limiting the display of the image TG is not limited to the method of not displaying the image TG. For example, any one of a method of reducing the size of the image TG, a method of changing the display position of the image TG, and another method may be adopted to limit the display of the image TG. Further, by notifying that the opening of the door member is detected in the effect device (for example, the speaker 18) different from the effect display device 25, the notification based on the detection of the opening of the door member is restricted. It may be configured to be.

When displaying the image EG1 on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a does not limit the display of the image TG and allows the display of the image TG. For example, the image TG is displayed on the effect display device 25 together with the image EG1. It may be configured as follows. In this way, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-board 41 is not normal", when the opening of the door member is detected, the effect display device 25 displays the image EG1. And the image TG may be displayed.

When displaying the image EG2 on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a does not limit the display of the image TG and allows the display of the image TG. For example, the image TG is displayed on the effect display device 25 together with the image EG2. It may be configured as follows. In this way, when it is determined that "the decorative member 50 is not attached", the image EG2 and the image TG may be displayed on the effect display device 25 when the opening of the door member is detected. ..

When displaying the images EG3 and EG4 on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a does not limit the display of the image TG and allows the display of the image TG. For example, the image TG together with the images EG3 and EG4 is displayed on the effect display device 25. It may be configured to be displayed in. In this way, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal", when the opening of the door member is detected, the effect display device 25 displays the image EG3. , EG4 and image TG may be displayed.

When displaying the image EG5 on the effect display device 25, the sub CPU 41a may limit the display of the image TG. For example, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal" and the image EG5 is displayed on the effect display device 25, the sub-CPU 41a issues a door opening command. Even when inputting, the image TG may not be displayed on the effect display device 25, and the image EG5 may be displayed on the effect display device 25. In this way, when it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal", even if the opening of the door member is detected, the effect display device 25 , The display of the image EG5 may be prioritized over the display of the image TG.

-In the above embodiment, when various notifications are performed, all of the board lamps 37a to 37d are turned off, but even if some of the board lamps 37a to 37d are turned off. Alternatively, it may be configured so that all the panel lamps 37a to 37d are not turned off. For example, when the image EG1 is displayed, a part or all of the panel lamps 37a to 37d may not be turned off. For example, when the image EG2 is displayed, a part or all of the panel lamps 37a to 37d may not be turned off. For example, when the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed, some or all of the panel lamps 37a to 37d may not be turned off.

-In the above embodiment, for example, when the image TG is displayed, a part or all of the panel lamps 37a to 37d may be turned off. Further, for example, when the image EG5 is displayed, a part or all of the panel lamps 37a to 37d may be turned off.

-The various images EG1 to EG5 and TG are not limited to the images shown in the above embodiments, and various images EG1 to EG5 and TG may be changed.
-When it is determined that "the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal", either one of the image EG3 and the image EG4 is displayed, and the mounted sub-control unit is displayed. And may be configured to give notification based on the determination that the combination of the predetermined members mounted is not normal.

As the notification in the effect display device 25, only one of the notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is not attached and the notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is attached can be executed. May be good. That is, as the notification in the notification means, there may be one of a notification based on the fact that the predetermined member is not attached and a notification based on the attachment of the predetermined member. Further, as the notification in the effect display device 25, neither the notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is attached or the notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is attached may be configured to be infeasible.

As notifications in the effect display device 25, notifications based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal, and the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted sub-board 41 are mounted. Only one of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the decorative members 50 is normal may be configured to be feasible. That is, as the notification in the notification means, the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal, and the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member It may be configured so that there is one of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the members is normal. Further, as the notification in the effect display device 25, the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal, and the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted sub-board 41 are mounted. Either of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the decorative members 50 is normal and the notification based on the fact that the combination of the decorative members 50 is normal may be configured to be infeasible.

As notifications in the effect display device 25, notifications based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-boards 41 is not normal, and the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-boards are mounted. Only one of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-boards 41 is normal and the notification may be enabled may be configured. That is, as the notification in the notification means, the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal, and the mounted main control unit and the mounted main control unit are installed. It may be configured so that there is one of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-control units is normal. Further, as notifications in the effect display device 25, notifications based on the determination that the combination of the mounted main board 40 and the mounted sub-boards 41 is not normal, and the mounted main board 40 and the mounted main board 40 are mounted. Either of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-boards 41 is normal and the notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-boards 41 is normal may be configured to be infeasible.

As notifications in the effect display device 25, notifications based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal, and the mounted main board 40 and mounted Only one of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-boards 41 is not normal and the notification may be enabled may be configured. That is, as notification in the notification means, notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal, and the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub It may be configured so that there is one of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the control units is not normal. Further, as notifications in the effect display device 25, notifications based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal, and the mounted main board 40 and the mounted main board 40 are mounted. Either of the notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-boards 41 is not normal and the notification based on the determination that the combination of the sub-boards 41 is not normal may be configured to be infeasible.

-The display area of various images EG1 to EG5 and TG may be changed. That is, the notification area of various notifications may be changed. For example, the display area in which the image EG2 is displayed in the effect display device 25 may be the same as the display area in which the image EG1 is displayed in the effect display device 25, or the image EG1 is displayed in the effect display device 25. The display area may be good or large. For example, the display area in which the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed in the effect display device 25 may be the same as the display area in which the image EG1 is displayed in the effect display device 25, or the image EG1 is displayed in the effect display device 25. It may be larger than the displayed display area. For example, the display area in which the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed in the effect display device 25 may be the same as the display area in which the image EG2 is displayed in the effect display device 25, or the image EG2 is displayed in the effect display device 25. It may be smaller than the displayed display area. For example, the display area in which the image EG5 is displayed in the effect display device 25 may be the same as the display area in which the image EG1 is displayed in the effect display device 25, or the image EG1 is displayed in the effect display device 25. It may be larger than the display area. For example, the display area in which the image EG5 is displayed in the effect display device 25 may be the same as the display area in which the image EG2 is displayed in the effect display device 25, or the image EG2 is displayed in the effect display device 25. It may be larger than the display area. For example, the display area in which the image EG5 is displayed in the effect display device 25 may be the same as the display area in which the images EG3 and EG4 are displayed in the effect display device 25, or the images EG3 and EG4 in the effect display device 25. May be larger than the display area where is displayed.

-A detection means (for example, a sensor) capable of detecting that the decorative member 50 is attached or that the decorative member 50 is not attached may be provided. This detection means may be provided on the decorative member 50 or may be provided on the front frame 14. Based on the detection result by the detection means, it may be configured to determine whether or not the decorative member 50 is attached. The detection means may be connected to the main board 40 or may be connected to the sub board 41. That is, it may be configured so that the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 determines whether the decorative member 50 is mounted, or the sub CPU 41a of the sub-board 41 determines whether the decorative member 50 is mounted. It may be configured to be used.

-In the above embodiment, a part or all of the notification in the effect display device 25 may be configured to be notified by an effect device (for example, a frame lamp 17 or a speaker 18) other than the effect display device 25. In this case, the effect device other than the effect display device 25 realizes the function as the notification means. As described above, the notification means is not limited to the effect display device 25. For example, the notification based on the attachment of the decorative member 50 may be configured to be performed by the effect display device 25 and the effect device provided on the decorative member 50. On the other hand, for example, the notification based on the fact that the decorative member 50 is not attached may be configured to be performed only by the effect display device 25 among the effect display device 25 and the effect devices provided on the decorative member 50. In addition, for example, the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is normal is the effect device provided on the effect display device 25 and the decorative member 50. It may be configured to be performed in. On the other hand, for example, the notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-board 41 and the mounted decorative member 50 is not normal is among the effect display device 25 and the effect device provided on the decorative member 50. It may be configured so that it is performed only by the effect display device 25. As described above, various notifications may be performed in the effect device provided on the decorative member 50.

-By devising the structure and design of the decorative member 50, the decorative member 50 of a physically abnormal type may not be mounted. For example, a part of the sub-board 41 or a part of the board case for accommodating the sub-board 41 is configured to form a connection portion of the front frame 14, and is a decoration to be attached to the type of the sub-board 41. The shape of the connecting portion of the front frame 14 may be different depending on the type of the member 50. Further, the shape of the connecting portion of the decorative member 50 to be mounted may be configured to be different according to the shape of the connecting portion of the front frame 14. With the above configuration, it is possible to physically prevent the decorative member 50 of a type different from the type to be mounted from being mounted.

-In the above embodiment, the second special game is preferentially executed over the first special game, but the execution is suspended regardless of the type of the special game of the first special game and the second special game. It may be configured to be executed in the following order. Further, the first special game may be configured to be executed with priority over the second special game. In addition, the first special game and the second special game may be configured to be executable at the same time. For example, the production game corresponding to the first special game is executed in the low base state, while the first special game is executed in the high base state. 2 The production game corresponding to the special game may be executed.

-The above embodiment may be applied to a pachinko gaming machine that performs a small hit lottery (winning lottery) in addition to the big hit lottery (winning lottery). Generally, when a small hit (win) is won in a small hit lottery, a small hit game (win game) is given after the end of the special game. The gaming machine of the embodiment has, for example, the number of times (frequency) of winning small hits per unit time, or the number of times (frequency) of winning small hits per unit time, as compared with the normal gaming state (for example, a gaming state in which the non-probability change state is in the low base state). , The pachinko gaming machine may be embodied in a state in which the number of times (frequency) in which the small hit game is given per unit time is improved (so-called small hit RUSH). Further, when the small hit game is configured to be able to be given, for example, when the special game is not being executed, the big hit game is not being given, and the small hit game is not being given, the standby state is controlled. It may be configured as follows.

-As a pachinko game machine that can be controlled to a probable change state, a specification that controls the probable change state until the next big hit game is given, a specification that controls the probable change state until the fall lottery is won (fall machine), or a predetermined one. There is a specification (ST machine) that controls the probabilistic state until the end of the special game for the number of times. Further, the pachinko gaming machine that can be controlled to the probabilistic state has a specification (V probabilistic machine) that controls the pachinko game machine to the probabilistic state when the game ball passes through a specific area. The pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment may be embodied in any of these specifications of the pachinko gaming machine. Further, the pachinko gaming machine may be a pachinko gaming machine having a specification in which the above-mentioned falling machine and the V probability changing machine are mixed. In addition, the V probability change machine has a specification of having a single large winning opening to generate a specific round game. The V probability change machine is equipped with a plurality of large winning openings consisting of a large winning opening (V winning opening) opened in a specific round game and a large winning opening opened in a round game other than a specific round game, and a specific round. There is a specification that causes a game. The pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment may be embodied in a V probability change machine having any of these specifications.

-The above embodiment may be applied to a slot machine (so-called spinning machine). In the slot machine, the number of bets can be set by operating MAXBET or inserting medals. In a slot machine, when the start lever is operated after setting the bet number, a plurality of reels rotate. In a slot machine, when a stop button is operated after a plurality of reels have rotated, the rotation of the corresponding reels is stopped. Then, in the slot machine, when the rotation of all the reels is stopped, a prize may be given according to the stopped symbol combination. The slot machine is configured so that the front door corresponding to the door member can be opened. Further, in the slot machine, the decorative member 50 may be detachably configured on the front door.

-In the above embodiment, the sub-board 41 is used as a sub-controlled control board, and a display control board that specially controls the effect display device 25 separately from the sub-board 41 and a light-emitting control board that specially controls light-emitting devices such as a frame lamp 17. , A sound control board that specially controls the speaker 18 may be provided. Further, a decorative member control board that specially controls the effect device provided on the decorative member 50 may be provided. The sub-board (sub-control unit) may include such a sub-controlled control board and a board that controls other effects. For example, when the sub-board 41 is used as a sub-controlled control board and a display control board, a light emission control board, and a sound control board are provided separately from the sub-board 41, the sub-board 41, the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board are used. It may be configured to determine whether the combination of and is normal. When the combination of the sub-board 41 and the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board is normal, the sub-board 41, the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board are used in the effect display device 25. It may be configured so that the notification is performed based on the determination that the combination of and is normal. When the combination of the sub-board 41 and the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board is not normal, the sub-board 41, the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board are used in the effect display device 25. It may be configured so that the notification is performed based on the determination that the combination of and is not normal.

-In the above embodiment, the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 and the sub CPU 41a of the sub board 41 may be mounted on a single board. Further, in the above modification, the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board may be arbitrarily combined to form a single board or a plurality of boards.

The information display panel 22 may include a right-handed display unit that notifies the firing intensity of the game ball. The information display panel 22 may include a remaining number display unit that displays the remaining number of prize balls to be paid out to the player. The information display panel 22 may include a round number display unit that displays the number of round games during the jackpot game. Further, the various display units included in the information display panel 22 need not be provided on the same member (information display panel 22 in the above embodiment), and for example, a part or all of the display units may be different from other display units. May be provided on another member.

Next, the technical idea that can be grasped from the above-described embodiment and modified example will be described.
(A) A support member, a door member that can be opened and closed by the support member, and a locking portion that can be operated by using a predetermined key are provided, and the predetermined member is attached to and detached from the front side of the door member. It is possible to perform an operation of allowing the door member to be opened and an operation of allowing the predetermined member to be removed by using the predetermined key.

(B) The sub-control unit has a function as a mounting confirmation determining means capable of executing a mounting confirmation determining process for determining whether or not the predetermined member is mounted, and the predetermined member is used for notification in the notification means. There is at least one of a notification based on the fact that the predetermined member is not mounted and a notification based on the fact that the predetermined member is mounted.

(C) In a gaming machine provided with a main control unit having a function as a winning lottery means for performing a winning lottery and a sub-control unit capable of executing processing based on control information from the main control unit, a notification means and a notification means. The sub-control unit includes a predetermined member that is detachably provided, and the sub-control unit has a function as a notification control means for controlling the notification means, and the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member. It has a function as a combination determination means capable of executing a combination determination process for determining a combination, and in the notification means, if the combination of the attached sub-control unit and the attached predetermined member is not normal. When it is determined, the gaming machine is characterized in that it may notify the attached sub-control unit that the type of the predetermined member attached is not normal.

10 ... Pachinko game machine, 12 ... Outer frame, 13 ... Middle frame, 14 ... Front frame, 17 ... Frame lamp, 18 ... Speaker, 22 ... Information display panel, 25 ... Production display device, 37a-37d ... Board lamp, 40 ... main board, 40a ... main CPU, 40b ... main ROM, 40c ... main RAM, 41 ... sub board, 41a ... sub CPU, 41b ... sub ROM, 41c ... sub RAM, 50 ... decorative member, 55 ... integrated circuit, KS … Door open sensor, SS… Locking part.

Claims (2)

In a gaming machine provided with a main control unit having a function as a winning lottery means for performing a winning lottery, and a sub-control unit capable of executing processing based on control information from the main control unit.
Notification means and
It is equipped with a predetermined member that is detachably provided.
An integrated circuit corresponding to the type of the predetermined member is built in the predetermined member.
The integrated circuit can convert the input control information and can output the converted control information.
The sub-control unit has a function as a notification control means for controlling the notification means, and a combination determination process capable of executing a combination determination process for determining a combination of the attached sub-control unit and the attached predetermined member. Has a function as a means,
The combination determination means
When the predetermined member is mounted, it is possible to output predetermined control information to the integrated circuit, and it is possible to input the converted control information output in the integrated circuit. ,
When the converted control information is the control information input when the predetermined member of a normal type is mounted, the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is used. Judged as normal,
If the converted control information is not the control information input when the predetermined member of a normal type is mounted, the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is normal. Judging that it is not,
The notification in the notification means includes a notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control member is not normal, and the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control unit. A gaming machine characterized in that there is at least one of a notification based on the determination that the combination of the predetermined members is normal. In a gaming machine provided with a main control unit having a function as a winning lottery means for performing a winning lottery, and a sub-control unit capable of executing processing based on control information from the main control unit.
Notification means and
It is equipped with a predetermined member that is detachably provided.
The sub-control unit has a function as a notification control means for controlling the notification means, and a combination determination process capable of executing a combination determination process for determining a combination of the attached sub-control unit and the attached predetermined member. It has a function as a means and a function as a control unit determination means capable of executing a control unit determination process for determining a combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub control unit.
The notification in the notification means includes at least a notification based on the determination that the combination of the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted predetermined member is not normal, and the mounted main control unit and the notification. There is a notification based on the determination that the combination of the attached sub-control units is not normal.
When it is determined that the combination of the mounted main control unit and the mounted sub-control unit is not normal, and the mounted sub-control unit and the mounted sub-control member of the predetermined member When it is determined that the combination is not normal, the notification means limits the notification based on the determination that the combination of the attached sub-control unit and the attached predetermined member is not normal. A featured gaming machine .

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