JP6955140B2 - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Description

Regarding pachinko gaming machines.

In recent pachinko gaming machines, a jackpot lottery with a predetermined probability is performed when a game ball enters the starting port on the game board surface (game area), and if the jackpot lottery is won, a jackpot (special game) ) The mainstream is a pachinko machine that shifts to the state and can win a large number of prize balls by opening the large winning opening provided on the game board surface. Among the pachinko gaming machines configured in this way, a time-shortening gaming state that increases the efficiency of the probability fluctuation game state that increases the winning probability in the jackpot lottery and the symbol variation for notifying the lottery result in the jackpot lottery. There are also gaming machines that enhance the interest of the game by creating a game progress state that is advantageous to the player based on these gaming states. In addition, there are gaming machines that enhance the interest of the game by devising the composition of the game board surface and devising the content of the production.

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2008-183431

However, since many such gaming machines have existed in the past, there is a problem that it is desired to develop a model that realizes further novel game performance.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
A game area in which the game ball can flow down (for example, a game area D30) and
An auxiliary game start port (for example, an auxiliary game start port H10) , which allows the game ball to enter and the game ball that has entered can flow down the game area again and triggers the execution of the auxiliary game,
The right general winning opening (for example, the right general winning opening P20), which allows the game ball to enter and triggers the execution of the auxiliary game,
The first main game start port, which allows the game ball to enter and triggers the execution of the main game,
The second main game start port, which allows the game ball to enter and triggers the execution of the main game,
The left general winning opening where game balls can enter, and
A variable member attached to the second main game start port (for example, the second main game start port B10) that can be displaced to the open state and the closed state, and when the second main game start port is displaced to the open state, the second main game start. mouth (e.g., the second main game start hole B10) in an easy ball entrance gaming ball as compared to the ball entrance possible or closed state, the when displaced to the closed state the second main game starting opening (e.g., a second A variable member (for example, the second main game start port electric accessory B11d), which is configured to make it difficult for the game ball to enter the main game start port B10) as compared with the state in which the game ball cannot enter or is open.
It is provided with a game ball launching unit (for example, launching device D42) capable of obtaining at least the maximum firing intensity, which is the maximum firing intensity at which the game ball can be released into the game area (for example, the game area D30).
A special game state can be executed when the result of the main game executed when the ball enters the first main game start port or the second main game start port is a specific result.
After the execution of the special gaming state, it is possible to control the variable member to a specific gaming state in which the variable member is likely to be opened.
Granting benefits based on at least the entry into the right general winning opening (for example, right general winning opening P20), the first main game starting opening , the left general winning opening, and the second main game starting opening. Have the means,
When the game ball is launched at the maximum firing intensity, the launched game ball easily flows down the second flow-down route (for example, right-handed route MR10) and takes the first flow-down route (for example, left-handed route ML10). It is structured so that it does not easily flow down,
When the game ball is launched at a predetermined firing intensity smaller than the maximum firing intensity, the launched game ball is difficult to flow down the second flow-down route (for example, right-handed route MR10) and the first flow-down route. (For example, left-handed route ML10) is configured to be easy to flow down.
The first falling route (e.g., left-handed route ML10) the second falling route than a game ball having flowed into (e.g., right-handed route the MR 10) is towards the inflow game ball, wherein the auxiliary game starting opening (e.g., It is configured so that it is easy to enter the auxiliary game start port H10).
The first falling route (e.g., left-handed route ML10) the second falling route than a game ball having flowed into (e.g., right-handed route the MR 10) is towards the inflow game ball, the right general winning opening (e.g., It is configured so that it is easy to enter the right general winning opening P20).
The first towards the game ball that has flowed into the second falling route than a game ball that has flowed into the falling route is configured no matter easily and ball entrance to the second main game start hole,
Who game ball that has flowed into the first falling route than a game ball that has flowed into the second falling route is configured no matter easily and ball entrance to the first main game start hole,
The second person falling route than inflow game ball enters into the first falling-Route gaming ball is configured no matter easily and ball entrance to the left generally winning opening,
The variable member (for example, the second main game start port electric accessory B11d) is displaced to the open state based on the ball entering the auxiliary game start port (for example, the auxiliary game start port H10) and the right general winning opening. It is configured to get and
Wherein in the state in which the variable member is displaced to the open state, the person first of the first main game starting opening the second main game start hole than is configured no matter easily and ball entrance,
It said than the privilege granted under entering the sphere to the right regular winning port is configured as a larger of the benefits to be granted on the basis of the input spheres to the left general winning opening,
When a predetermined counter satisfies a predetermined condition, it is possible to execute a launch instruction effect for instructing the launch of the game ball to the first flow-down route (for example, the left-handed route ML10).
In a predetermined gaming state that is neither the special gaming state nor the specific gaming state, the predetermined counter is updated based on the entry into the auxiliary game starting port (for example, the auxiliary game starting port H10). While the launch instruction effect can be executed, the launch instruction effect is not executed by not updating the predetermined counter based on the entry into the right general winning opening (for example, the right general winning opening P20). It is a pachinko game machine that is characterized by being played.

According to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, further novel game performance can be realized in a gaming machine that adopts the concept of creating a gaming progress state that is advantageous for the player.

FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a main flowchart on the main control board side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a flowchart of an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of an electric accessory drive determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of a random number acquisition process for determining the main game content on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a configuration diagram of a main game table used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of a special game operating condition determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of a special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a game state determination process after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the instruction image display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of a special game-related display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of a special gaming effect display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is an example of a right general winning opening lamp lighting mode determination table on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is an operation diagram of the first (second) large winning opening and the right general winning opening in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is an operation diagram relating to the first (second) large winning opening and the right general winning opening in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment.

Form to carry out

First, the meaning of each term in the present specification will be described. "Prize ball" includes not only a prize in which a prize ball is paid out, but also a passage to a "through chucker" in which a prize ball is not paid out. The "identification information" may be in any form as long as the type of information can be identified through the five senses (visual, auditory, tactile, etc.), but preferably visual information such as numbers, letters, and patterns. Those having a shape such as, etc. can be mentioned. Further, in the present specification, the "identification information" may be referred to as a main game symbol / special symbol (special symbol) or a decorative symbol (designation), but the "special symbol (special symbol)" is the main control board. The identification information is displayed and controlled on the side, and the "decorative pattern (design)" is the identification information as an effect displayed on the sub-control board side. "Displayable identification information" is not limited to the display method, and includes, for example, light emission of light emitting means (for example, liquid crystal display, LED, 7-segment display) (including not only the presence or absence of light emission but also the difference in color) and physics. Display (for example, the symbol drawn on the reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position) and the like. "Direction" refers to the display content that enhances the enjoyment of the game, for example, moving images such as animations and live-action photographs, still images such as pictures, photographs, characters, etc., including identification information fluctuation / stop, notice, etc. Combinations can be mentioned. The "open state, open state" and "closed state, closed state" are, for example, in the configuration of a general large winning opening (so-called attacker), the open state = easy winning state, and the closed state = non-winning state. It will be in an easy state. Further, for example, a state of protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter, may be referred to as an advanced state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (the side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter, referred to as an evacuation state). In a configuration that can take (there is) (so-called tongue-type attacker), the advance state = the winning state is easy, and the evacuation state = the winning non-easy state. A "random number" is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes a pseudo-random number in addition to a random number in a narrow sense (for example, a hard random number). Random numbers, soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called "basic random number" that affects the result of the game, specifically, the "winning random number (random number for winning / failing lottery)" related to the transition of the special game, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol are determined. "Random number for determining variable mode", "Random number for determining stop symbol", "Random number for determining winning symbol" for determining whether to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variable game) after a special game, etc. be able to. It is not necessary to use all of these random numbers when determining the content of the variation mode, the content of the definite identification information, and the like, and at least one random number that is the same as or different from each other may be used. Further, in the present specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers, but once the entry port (for example, the start entry port) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is called one (that is, in the above example, a bundle of random numbers such as winning random number + fluctuation mode determination random number + symbol determination random number ... is called one random number). .. Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). In the case of a pachinko gaming machine, the "game state" is, for example, a special game state in which the large winning opening can be opened, and a non-probability variable game state in which the lottery probability of transition to the special game state is a predetermined value. Transition to special game state Probability fluctuation game state with high lottery probability, auxiliary game state with assistance for winning a prize at the start port that triggers the transition to special game (so-called normal symbol time saving state, for example, variable to the start port) When the member is attached, the opening period of the variable member is long, the probability of winning the opening of the variable member is high, the time for notifying the result of the opening lottery of the variable member is short), etc. be. The "game area" is an area in which the game ball can roll, and is not limited to the front side of the game board D35 (as seen by the player), for example, the back side of the game board D35 (as seen by the player). The area in which the game ball including both the front side of the game board D35 and the front side (as viewed from the player) may be rollable. The “left-handed” is to launch the game ball by adjusting the firing intensity of the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left side (left-handed route ML10) of the game area D30, which will be described later. “Right-handed” means launching the game ball by adjusting the firing intensity of the game ball so that the game ball flows down on the right side (right-handed route MR10) of the game area D30, which will be described later. Further, the "left-handed area" is an area on the left side of the game area D30 when the center of the game area is used as a reference. The "right-handed area" is an area on the right side of the game area D30 when the center of the game area is used as a reference.

It should be noted that this embodiment is merely an example, and relates to the order of each step regarding various processes such as the location and function where each means exists, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for the process of each step, and the like. It is not limited to the following aspects. Further, the above-described embodiments and modifications should not be limitedly understood to be applied to specific ones, and may be any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification of one embodiment is a modification of another embodiment, and even if one modification and another modification are described independently. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and the other modified example is also described.

The following embodiment is a model (type 1 type 1 multifunction device) in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed. However, this is not limited to this, and it is also within the range when applied to other gaming machines (for example, conventional pachinko gaming machines of type 1, type 2, type 3, general electric service, etc.). .. It should be noted that this embodiment is merely an example, and relates to the order of each step regarding various processes such as the location and function where each means exists, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for the process of each step, and the like. It is not limited to the following aspects. Further, the above-described embodiments and modifications should not be limitedly understood to be applied to specific ones, and may be any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification of one embodiment is a modification of another embodiment, and even if one modification and another modification are described independently. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and the other modified example is also described. Further, in the present embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table for various tables, but these are also not limited, and the lottery table may be used as a reference table or vice versa. Further, the term "table" in this example is not limited to the format, and one or more selection candidates are selected from a plurality of selection candidates based on one or more pieces of information. It should be understood that it is an associated aspect. Further, the numerical values as specific examples shown in the following embodiments and modification {for example, winning probability at the time of lottery execution, maximum number of rounds at the time of special game, symbol variation time, number of continuations in each game state, etc.} are This is just an example, and in particular, different conditions (for example, by the conditions of the first main game side and the second main game side, by the conditions of the probability fluctuation game and the non-probability fluctuation game, and the time reduction game and the non-time reduction game). It is understood that the magnitude relations and combinations of the numerical values shown in (conditions with the time reduction game, etc.) may be changed as appropriate as long as they do not deviate significantly from the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples. Should. For example, the magnitude relationship between the first main game side and the second main game side in terms of the winning probability at the time of lottery execution and the expected value of the maximum number of rounds at the time of special game is that the first main game side = the second main game side. Even if it is illustrated as such, even if the magnitude relationship is appropriately changed such that the first main game side <second main game side, or the first main game side> second main game side. Good (same for other numbers and conditions). Further, for example, when the number of continuations of the probability fluctuation game state is configured based on the purpose of continuing until the next big hit occurs, whether to set "65535" as the number of continuations (configured to substantially continue). Alternatively, even in the option of the realization method based on the same purpose, such as maintaining the probability fluctuation game state until the next big hit occurs without setting the number of continuations, as long as the purpose of the following embodiments and modification examples is not significantly deviated. Should be understood that may be changed as appropriate.

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

First, with reference to FIG. 1, the basic structure on the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described. The pachinko gaming machine is mainly composed of a gaming machine frame and a gaming board D35. Hereinafter, these will be described in order.

First, the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine includes an outer frame D12, a front frame D14, a transparent plate D16, a door D18, an upper ball plate D20, a lower ball plate D22, and a firing handle D44. First, the outer frame D12 is a frame body for fixing the pachinko gaming machine at a position where it should be installed. The front frame D14 is a frame body that matches the opening portion of the outer frame D12, and is attached to the outer frame D12 so as to be openable and closable via a hinge mechanism (not shown). The front frame D14 includes a mechanism for launching the game ball, a mechanism for detachably accommodating the game board D35, a mechanism for guiding or collecting the game ball, and the like. The transparent plate D16 is formed of glass or the like and is supported by the door D18. The door D18 is openably and closably attached to the front frame D14 via a hinge mechanism (not shown). The upper ball plate D20 has a mechanism for storing the game ball, sending the game ball to the launch rail, and extracting the game ball from the lower ball plate D22. The lower ball plate D22 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, speakers D24 are provided on the upper right and upper left of the game board D35, and sound effects according to the game state and the like are output.

Next, the game board D35 is formed with a game area D30 partitioned by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. The game area D30 is roughly divided into a left-handed area DL10 and a right-handed area DR10. Then, in the game area D30, in addition to the mechanisms such as a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown) and various general winning openings, the left-handed route ML10, the right-handed route MR10, the first main game starting port A10, and the second main game Starting port B10, auxiliary game starting port H10, first big winning opening C10, second big winning opening C20, first main game symbol display device A20, second main game symbol display device B20, effect display device SG, auxiliary game symbol A display device H20, a center decoration D38, a movable body accessory YK, a right general winning opening lamp LP10, a left general winning opening P10, a right general winning opening P20, and an out opening D36 are installed. In the present embodiment, the left-handed route ML10 may be referred to as a first flow-down route, and the right-handed route MR10 may be referred to as a second flow-down route. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail in order.

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

Next, the second main game start opening B10 is installed as a start winning opening corresponding to the second main game. As a specific configuration, the second main game start port B10 includes a second main game start port entry ball detection device B11s and a second main game start port electric accessory B11d. Here, the second main game start port entry detection device B11s is a sensor that detects the entry of the game ball into the second main game start opening B10, and the second main game start indicating the entry at the time of entry. Generates mouth ball information. Next, the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is variable to a closed state in which the game ball is difficult to win in the second main game start port B10 and an open state in which the game ball is easier to win than the closed state.

Here, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are provided, and the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (left-handed area DL10) is the first. 1 The game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (right-handed area DR10) is not easily guided to the first main game start port A10, while it is easily guided to the first main game start port A10. Further, both the game ball flowing down on the left side of the game area D30 and the game ball flowing down on the right side of the game area D30 are configured to be guided to the second main game start port B10.

In the present embodiment, the electric accessory is provided on the second main game start port B10 side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric accessory is provided on the first main game start port A10 side. You may. Further, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are arranged so as to overlap each other, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port A10 and the first main game start port A10 are arranged so as to overlap each other. 2 The main game start port B10 may be separated from the main game start port B10.

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

Here, in the present embodiment, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided to the auxiliary game start port H10, and the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is used. It is configured so that the flowing game ball is less likely to be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a game ball flowing down the right side and the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) may be configured to be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10.

Next, the left general winning opening P10 includes a left general winning opening ball detection device P11s. The left general winning opening ball detection device P11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the left general winning opening P10, and generates left general winning opening entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. A predetermined number (for example, 3 balls) of game balls will be paid out as prize balls by entering the game balls into the left general winning opening P10. The game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easy to enter the left general winning opening P10, and the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is on the left. It is configured so that it is difficult to enter the general winning opening P10. That is, when a left-handed hit (to launch the game ball by adjusting the firing intensity of the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left-handed hit area DL10 (left-handed route ML10) on the left side of the game area D30) is executed. It is configured so that it is easy to enter the left general winning opening P10.

Next, the right general winning opening P20 includes a right general winning opening ball detection device P21s. The right general winning opening ball detection device P21s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the right general winning opening P20, and generates right general winning opening entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. Here, the right general winning opening P20 is arranged in the right-handed area DR10, and has both the role of the auxiliary game starting opening for acquiring the auxiliary game random number and the role of the general winning opening for paying out the prize ball. There is. That is, the entry of the game ball into the right general winning opening P20 triggers a lottery for expanding the second main game starting opening electric accessory B11d attached to the second main game starting opening B10. In addition, a predetermined number (for example, 2 balls) of game balls will be paid out as prize balls by entering the game balls into the right general winning opening P20. The game ball (for example, 2 balls) paid out as a prize ball from the right general winning opening P20 by the entry of the game ball into the right general winning opening P20 is determined by the entry of the game ball into the left general winning opening P10. , It is configured to be less than the game balls (for example, 3 balls) paid out as prize balls from the left general winning opening P10. In this embodiment, the game ball that has been hit right can enter the right general winning opening P20. That is, when right-handed (to launch the game ball by adjusting the firing intensity of the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right-handed area DR10 (right-handed route MR10) on the right side of the game area D30) is executed. It is configured so that it is easy to enter the right general winning opening P20.

Here, in the present embodiment, as the entry openings that can be entered when the right-handed hit is executed, in order from the upstream, "auxiliary game start opening H10 → right general winning opening P20 → second major winning opening C20 → The order is as follows: 1st big winning opening C10 → 2nd main game starting opening B10 → out opening D36 ”. Further, since the auxiliary game start port H10 has the shape of a gate, the game ball that has passed through the auxiliary game start port H10 will further flow down on the game area, and the ball entry port located downstream (the above-mentioned right). It will be possible to enter the general winning opening P20, etc.). On the other hand, the game ball that has entered the right general winning opening P20 will flow into the back side of the game board surface, and will not subsequently enter the first major winning opening C10 or the second major winning opening C20 (right-handed execution is performed). Then, the game ball that did not enter the right general winning opening P20 can enter the first major winning opening C10 or the second major winning opening C20).

When the left-handed player is executed in the non-time-reduced game state (the game proceeds by left-handed player in the non-time-reduced game state), the game ball enters the auxiliary game start opening H10 (and the right general winning opening P20). Since it is difficult to open the second main game start port, the electric accessory B11d is difficult to open, and the game proceeds mainly by entering the first main game start port A10 as the start port on the main game side. When right-handed is executed in the time-reduced game state (the game proceeds by right-handed in the time-reduced game state), the game ball easily enters the auxiliary game start opening H10 (and the right general winning opening P20). 2 Main game start port The electric accessory B11d is easy to open, and the game proceeds mainly by entering the second main game start port B10 as the start port on the main game side. In addition, the game ball is launched by right-handed in the time-reduced game state, rather than the ease of entering the first main game start port A10 when the game ball is continuously fired by left-handed in the non-time-reduced game state. It is easier to enter the second main game start port B10 when the game is continued, in other words, the first main game starts when the game ball is continuously fired by left-handed in the non-time shortened game state. The first main game start port A10 or the second main game start when the game ball is continuously fired by right-handed in a time-shortening game state rather than the ease of entering the mouth A10 or the second main game start port B10. The ease of entering the ball into the mouth B10 is higher. Therefore, in this example, the number of prize balls (3 balls in this example) when the ball is entered into the left general winning opening P10, which is easier to enter when the left-handed hit is executed, is right-handed. Non-time reduction game state by designing more than the number of prize balls (2 balls in this example) when entering the right general winning opening P20, which is easier to enter at the time of execution than at the time of left-handed execution. The difference between the average number of prize balls paid out by entering the winning opening, that is, the base It is possible to prevent the difference between the values (the expected value of the number of prize balls to be paid out with respect to the 100 game balls fired in the situation where the special game is not won) becomes too large.

Further, the right general winning opening lamp LP10 is composed of, for example, a liquid crystal display, an LED, or the like, and is configured to be lit when a game ball enters the right general winning opening during execution of a special game. .. Further, although the details will be described later, it may be suggested whether to shift to the probability-variable gaming state or the non-probability-variable gaming state after the end of the special game depending on the difference in the lighting color of the right general winning opening lamp LP10. It is configured. The right general winning opening lamp LP10 may be provided in the left-handed area DL10 or the right-handed area DR10 on the game area D30. Further, it may be provided in an area other than the game area D30.

In addition, the game ball that has flowed down the right-handed route MR10 passes through the right-handed route outlet D50 and flows down to the vicinity of the right general winning opening P20, the first major winning opening C10, the second major winning opening C20, and the like. It will be.

Next, the first big winning opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20 are provided on the upper right side of the out opening D36, and the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is , It is configured so that it can easily pass through the area where the first big winning opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20 are arranged before reaching the out opening D36.

Next, the first big winning opening C10 has a horizontal rectangular shape and is an out opening that opens when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops the big hit symbol. It is a winning slot corresponding to the main game, located on the upper right side of D36. As a specific configuration, the first large winning opening C10 includes a first large winning opening winning detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a first large winning opening electric accessory C11d {and a first large winning opening. It is provided with a mouth electric accessory solenoid C13}. Here, the first large winning opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first large winning opening C10, and the first large winning opening entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. To generate. The first large winning opening electric accessory C11d changes the first large winning opening C10 into a normal state in which the game ball cannot or is difficult to win in the first large winning opening C10 and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win (the first). 1 Grand prize opening Electric accessory solenoid C13 is excited and changed). In the present embodiment, the mode of the large winning opening is changed to a normal state in which the game ball has a horizontal rectangular shape and the game ball cannot win or is difficult to win, and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. Not limited to. In that case, for example, an advance state in which the rod-shaped member provided in the large winning opening is projected toward the player side and a retracted state in which the rod-shaped member is retracted toward the player side can be adopted (so-called so-called). A tongue-type attacker) or an opening on the passage where the game ball can roll is used as a big winning opening, and the opening can be closed or opened (so-called sliding attacker). It is often suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the large winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

Next, the second big winning opening C20 forms a horizontal rectangular shape and is out, which is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the jackpot symbol. It is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, which is located on the upper right side of the opening D36. As a specific configuration, the second large winning opening C20 includes a second large winning opening winning detection device C21s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a second large winning opening electric accessory C21d {and a second large winning opening. It is provided with a mouth electric accessory solenoid C23}. Here, the second large winning opening winning detection device C21s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second large winning opening C20, and the second large winning opening entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. To generate. Then, the game ball that has entered the second special winning opening C20 is configured to be detected by the second large winning opening winning detection device C21s. Next, the second large winning opening electric accessory C21d has the second large winning opening C20 in a normal state in which the game ball cannot or is difficult to win in the second large winning opening C20 and in an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. Make it variable. In the present embodiment, the mode of the large winning opening is changed to a normal state in which the game ball has a horizontal rectangular shape and the game ball cannot win or is difficult to win, and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. Not limited to. In that case, for example, an advance state in which the rod-shaped member provided in the large winning opening is projected toward the player side and a retracted state in which the rod-shaped member is retracted toward the player side can be adopted (so-called so-called). A tongue-type attacker) or an opening on the passage where the game ball can roll is used as a large winning opening, and the opening may be closed or opened (so-called sliding attacker). , It is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the large winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

Next, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) is related to the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) corresponding to the first main game (second main game). It is a device that executes the displayed display. As a specific configuration, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) includes a first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) and a first main game symbol display unit B21g. It is provided with a symbol hold display unit A21h (second main game symbol hold display unit B21h). Here, the first main game symbol hold display unit A21h (second main game symbol hold display unit B21h) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lamps lit is the first main game (second main game). Corresponds to the number of pending random numbers related to (the number of fluctuations in the main game symbol that has not been executed). The first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit B21g) is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is "0" to "9". It is displayed with 10 kinds of numbers of "" and "-" of the loss {However, it is not limited to this, and the 7-segment LED is displayed so that it becomes difficult for the player to recognize which main game symbol is displayed. It is preferable to use and display by a symbol or the like. Further, the holding number display is not limited to being composed of four lamps, and a maximum of four holding numbers can be displayed (for example, it is composed of one lamp and is held. Number 1: Lighting, Number of Holds 2: Blinking at low speed, Number of Holds 3: Blinking at medium speed, Number of Holds 4: Blinking at high speed).

Since the main game symbol does not necessarily have to have a directing role, the size of the first main game symbol display device A20 is set to an inconspicuous degree in the present embodiment. However, when a method is adopted in which the main game symbol itself has a directing role and the decorative symbol is not displayed, the main game symbol is displayed on a liquid crystal display such as the effect display device SG described later. It may be configured as.

Next, the effect display device SG is a device that displays an effect image including a decorative symbol that fluctuates and stops in conjunction with the main game symbol. Here, as a specific configuration, the effect display device SG includes a display area SG10 in which the effect is executed including the variable display of the decorative symbol. Here, the display area SG10 includes, for example, a decorative symbol display area SG11 for displaying a moving image of a plurality of rows of decorative symbol fluctuations imitating a game of a slot machine, a first hold display unit SG12 for displaying main game hold information, and the like. It has a second hold display unit SG13. Although the effect display device SG is configured by a liquid crystal display in this embodiment, it may be configured by other display means such as a mechanical drum or an LED. Next, the first hold display unit SG12 and the second hold display unit SG13 are each composed of four lamps, and the lamps are interlocked with the hold lamps of the main game symbol.

Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that executes display and the like related to the auxiliary game symbol. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lamps lit corresponds to the number of reserved auxiliary game symbol changes (the number of auxiliary game symbol changes that have not been executed). In the present embodiment, there are two entrances, an auxiliary game start opening H10 and a right general winning opening P20, as entrances from which the auxiliary game random numbers can be obtained, and any of the two entrances. The display regarding the acquired auxiliary game random numbers will be displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 even when the ball is entered into the ball.

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

Next, the movable body accessory YK is installed in the vicinity of the effect display device SG, and plays a role of driving and enlivening the game when the effect is executed due to the symbol change. It is preferable that the device is moved in the vertical direction, driven by rotation, or lit so that the drive is conspicuous, and the drive is easy to drive due to a symbol variation with a high expectation of a big hit.

Next, the sub-input button SB is an operation member that is electrically connected to the sub-control board S, and by operating (pressing), an effect based on the operation is executed. The operation modes of the sub-input button SB include a single press (an operation mode in which the sub-input button SB is pressed only once for a short time), repeated hits (an operation mode in which the sub-input button SB is pressed multiple times), and a long press. (Operation mode in which the sub-input button SB is continuously pressed for a predetermined period), and may be configured to have. Further, the operation member electrically connected to the sub-control board S and for which the effect based on the operation is executed by operating (pressing) is not limited to the sub-input button SB, and the upper and lower parts are not limited to the sub-input button SB. It has four operation units, left and right, and a cross key that allows you to select the effect (notice effect, etc.) to be executed by operating the operation unit, and the effect (movable) by pulling it toward you. It may be configured to have a lever, etc. on which the body accessory operates, etc.).

Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and controls the overall game operation (that is, the game, such as a lottery when the ball enters the first main game starting port A10 (second main game starting port B10). Mainly the main control board M that performs control that is directly related to the interests of the pachinko machine, and the sub-main control unit SM that performs display control related to various effects on the effect display device SG that gives interest to the game content. A sub-sub control unit SS that executes the effect display, and a payout unit that pays out the game balls supplied from the prize ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR, and the prize ball tank KT to the upper ball plate D20 according to the prizes in each prize opening. A prize ball payout device (set base) KE equipped with a KE10 or the like, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball (storage ball) of the upper ball plate D20 to the game area D30. A launching device D42 that launches one by one, a launching control board D40 that controls the launching operation of the launching device D42, a power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and a switch that turns on / off the power of the pachinko gaming machine. The power switch Ea and the like are provided on the back surface of the front frame D14 (the side opposite to the game side).

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

First, the main control board M includes a first main game start port entry ball detection device A11s, a second main game start port entry ball detection device B11s, an auxiliary game start port entry ball detection device H11s, and a first large winning opening winning detection device. C11s, 2nd big winning opening winning detection device C21s, left general winning opening winning ball detection device P11s, right general winning opening winning ball detection device P21s, drive solenoid (described above, 1st big winning opening electric accessory solenoid) C13, 2nd prize opening electric accessory solenoid C23, etc.), information display LED (not shown), etc. are electrically connected to the input / output devices that are indispensable for the progress of the game, and are based on the input signals from each input device. Controls the progress of the game. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub-main control unit SM / sub-sub control unit SS), and the prize ball is paid out based on the progress of the game. Information (commands) related to the prize ball payout control board KH can be transmitted to the prize ball payout control board KH, and information (commands) related to the progress state of the production / game can be transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and the main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC via an external connection terminal by wiring. It is configured to be able to output game-related information to an external device.

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

Next, the prize ball payout control board KH is a prize ball payout device KE that executes the payout of game balls, and a device that can be operated by the player and receives a game ball lending request to the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to the game ball lending device R for transmission. Further, although not shown, in the present embodiment, a control circuit unit of the launching device is provided in the prize ball payout control board, and the prize ball payout control board and the launching device (launching handle, launching motor, ball feeding device) are provided. Etc.) are also connected. In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device R is separated from the game machine and adjacent to the game machine, but it may be integrated with the game machine. In that case, the game ball lending control board KH is used for lending. Control and management of recording media for lending electronic money and the like may be supervised.

Next, the sub-control board S is connected to an effect display device SG for displaying a decorative pattern or the like, a speaker D24, a game effect lamp D26, and a sub-input button SB. In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are provided in the sub-control board S, and the sub-main control unit SM controls the sound output from the speaker D24 and the game effect ( (Decoration) Lighting control of the lamp D26, determination control of the display content to be displayed on the effect display device SG, and display control of the effect based on the operation of the sub input button SB are performed, and the effect display device SG is performed by the sub-sub control unit SS. The above display control is configured to be performed. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are configured to be integrated by the sub-control board S, but the present invention is not limited to this (configured as a separate board). It may be possible, but by configuring it to be integrated, there are merits such as space merit and reduction of the situation where noise is mixed in the wiring etc.). Further, the division of work between the two control units can be appropriately changed, for example, the voice control is executed by the sub-sub control unit SS (suitable when adopting a VDP integrated with a voice control circuit). Further, the electronic value may be given without giving the physical prize ball as the prize ball.

Next, game peripherals will be described. Since the detailed configurations of some peripheral devices have already been described, the remaining configurations will be briefly described. First, the game peripherals include a first main game peripheral device A which is a peripheral device on the first main game side, a second main game peripheral device B which is a peripheral device on the second main game side, and a first main game side. The first and second main game shared peripheral devices C, which are the shared peripheral devices on the second main game side, the auxiliary game peripheral device H related to the auxiliary game, the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM, and the sub-sub control unit. Has SS, etc. Here, the effect controlled by the sub-main control unit SM includes the variation of the first main game symbol and the variation of the second main game symbol and the variation of the decorative symbol in a time-synchronized manner, and the result of the game. It is related to the display of only information that does not affect. Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

First, the first main game peripheral device A includes a first main game start port A10 that triggers a transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device A20 capable of stopping display and variable display of the first main game symbol. ,have.

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

Next, the first and second main game shared peripheral devices C are in a closed state during a normal game, and are opened under a predetermined condition during a special game (big hit). And has a second big winning opening C20.

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

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

Next, FIG. 4 is a main flowchart showing a general flow of processing performed by the main control board M. After the power of the gaming machine is turned on, the process shown in FIG. That is, after the power of the gaming machine is turned on and the initial settings are performed (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board M confirms the input port of the RAM clear button, and the reset button (RAM clear) of the power supply unit E. It is determined whether or not the button) has been operated, that is, whether or not the operation of intentionally clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed by the administrator of the amusement park or the like. In the case of Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the CPUMC of the main control board M clears all the RAM contents on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the CPU MC of the main control board M transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub-main control unit SM side (transmits at the relevant timing). Alternatively, at that timing, a command may be set and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, in step 1008, the CPU MC of the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M (for example, saves in the checksum and the RAM area recorded at the time of power failure). Compare with the amount of information provided). Next, in step 1010, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are normal (whether or not the information at the time of power failure is accurately backed up in the RAM) based on the check result. do. If Yes in step 1010, that is, the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to the process of step 1004 (the RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if No in step 1010, that is, the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in step 1012, the CPUMC of the main control board M is stored (backed up) in the RAM of the main control board M at the time of power failure. Various information commands of the above are acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side (may be transmitted at the relevant timing, or the commands may be set at the relevant timing and described later. It may be configured to be transmitted by the control command transmission process), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the CPUMC of the main control board M is triggered by an execution scheduled interrupt (for example, a hardware interrupt every about 1.5 ms) related to the main process on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is T), {as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, the figure (b) is executed}, and the process in step 1018 is performed. Transition. After step 1018, the CPU MC of the main control board M repeatedly executes various random number update processes (for example, random number counter increment processes) until the next scheduled interrupt timing is reached.

Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. The CPUMC of the main control board M executes the process of FIG. 3B based on the interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, when the fixed interrupt cycle T is reached (for example, a hardware interrupt every about 1.5 ms), in step 1100, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. .. Next, in step 1200, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the electric accessory drive determination process described later. Next, in step 1300, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the main game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1400, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1550, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the special game control process described later. Next, in step 1997, the CPUMC of the main control board M causes the prize ball payout control board KH to execute the prize ball payout control process (drive control of the prize ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning opening in which the game ball wins. , Processing to manage the result, etc.) is executed. When a game ball wins in each winning opening, the number of winning balls paid out is 4 for the 1st main game starting port A10, 1 for the 2nd main game starting port B10, 1 ball for the 1st major winning opening C10, and 2nd. The large winning opening C20 has 13 balls, the left general winning opening (sometimes also called the general winning opening) P10 has 3 balls, and the right general winning opening P20 has 2 balls. It should be noted that the number of these prize balls paid out is an example, and the number of prize balls paid out is different between the case of entering the first main game start port A10 and the case of entering the second main game start port B10. Alternatively, the number of prize balls paid out may be different between the case where the ball is entered in the first prize opening C10 and the case where the ball is entered in the second prize opening C20. When a game ball enters the left general winning opening P10, a lottery such as a winning / losing lottery is not executed, and a predetermined number of prize balls paid out (3 balls in this example) is given to the player. It is configured. In addition, when a game ball enters the right general winning opening P20, a random number on the auxiliary game side is acquired and a predetermined number of prize balls paid out (2 balls in this example) is given to the player. It is configured. Next, in step 1998, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes an output process of an external signal (information output to an external terminal board, a hall computer HC, or the like). Next, in step 1999, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each of the above processes to the sub-main control unit side), and immediately before the execution of this interrupt process. Return to the processing that was being executed.

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

Next, FIG. 5 is a flowchart of the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the game ball has entered (inflowed, passed in the case of a gate) into the auxiliary game starting port H10. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1103, the CPUMC of the main control board M transmits an auxiliary game start port entry command, which is a command relating to the fact that the ball has entered the auxiliary game start port H10, to the sub-main control unit SM. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to the process of step 1110. On the other hand, if No in step 1102, in step 1104, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the ball has entered the right general winning opening P20. In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1106, in step 1108, the CPUMC of the main control board M transmits the right general winning opening ball entry command, which is a command relating to the fact that the ball has entered the right general winning opening P20, to the sub-main control unit SM. Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1110. Even if No in step 1106, the process proceeds to step 1110. Next, in step 1110, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1110, in step 1112, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1114, the CPUMC of the main control board M adds 1 to the hold ball in the form of being set in the RAM area of the main control board M together with the information on the number of hold, and the next process ( The process proceeds to step 1200). In addition, even if No in step 1104 and step 1110, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1200). Here, in the present embodiment, it is configured so that a random number on the auxiliary game side can be acquired when the ball enters the auxiliary game start opening H10 or the right general winning opening P20. Further, since the auxiliary game start port H10 has the shape of a gate, the game ball that has entered the auxiliary game start port H10 (passes through the auxiliary game start port H10) will continue to flow down the game board surface, and the auxiliary game start. While it is possible to enter a ball entering a ball opening (right general winning opening P20, etc.) downstream of the opening H10, a game ball entering the right general winning opening P20 flows down to the back of the game board surface, and thereafter other It is configured not to enter the ball entrance. Although the details will be described later, even if the game ball enters the auxiliary game start port H10 (the game ball passes through the auxiliary game start port H10), the prize ball is not paid out, but the right general prize opening P20 It is configured so that the prize ball is paid out when the game ball enters the ball.

Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the electric accessory opening flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not there is a reserved ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the game state on the auxiliary game side (flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag) and sets the lottery table MN41ta-H for determining the auxiliary game symbol. Refer to it and determine the stop symbol based on the acquired game status of the auxiliary game side and the auxiliary game symbol winning random number based on the reserved ball (for example, when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on, it is compared with the case where it is off. Then, the winning symbol is selected with high probability) and temporarily stored in the RAM area of the CPUMC of the main control board M.

Here, the right side of the figure is an example of a lottery table for determining an auxiliary game stop symbol. As shown in the table, in this example, the stop symbols are "D0, D1, D2", and the stop symbols that are the hit symbols are "D1, D2", which are caused by the fact that each of them has stopped. In the non-time reduction game, when the stopped symbol is "D1", the opening mode is (opening for 0.2 seconds → closing), and the electric accessory is stopped. When the symbol is "D2", the opening mode is (opening for 0.2 seconds → closing for 0.8 seconds → opening for 2.0 seconds, closing) (maximum opening). Further, in the time reduction game, when the stopped symbol is "D1", the opening mode is (1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → closed), and the game is stopped. When the symbol is "D2", the opening mode is configured to be (open for 0.2 seconds → closed for 0.8 seconds → open for 4.0 seconds → closed). It should be noted that the stop symbol is likely to be a lost symbol "D0" during the non-time reduction game, and the stop symbol is likely to be a hit symbol "D1" during the time reduction game.

Next, in step 1218, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets the auxiliary game symbol variation time to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H based on the auxiliary game side gaming state (flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag). (For example, 1 second when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on, 10 seconds when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is off) is set. Then, in step 1220, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the auxiliary game symbol changing flag. Next, in step 1222, the CPUMC of the main control board M subtracts 1 from the holding ball related to the auxiliary game symbol, updates the holding information recorded in the RAM area of the CPUMC of the main control board M, and assists. After starting the game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H, the auxiliary game symbol variation display is started on the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g.

Next, in step 1224, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H and determines whether or not the predetermined time related to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol and confirms and displays the acquired stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol on the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g. do. Then, in step 1228, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the auxiliary game symbol changing flag. Next, in step 1230, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is a "hit" (D1 and D2 in this example). In the case of Yes in step 1230, in step 1232, the CPUMC of the main control board M opens for 1 second → closes for 1 second in the opening mode (for example, in the case of the hit symbol “D1”, based on the hit symbol on the auxiliary game side. → Open for 1 second → Close for 1 second → Open for 1 second → Closed, in the case of the hit symbol “D2”, open for 0.2 seconds, close for 0.8 seconds, open for 5 seconds,) Is determined, and a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening / closing time) of the electric accessory is set in the second main game start port electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B. Next, in step 1234, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the electric accessory opening flag. Then, in step 1236, the CPUMC of the main control board M opens the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10, and proceeds to step 1242. Even if No in step 1202, the process proceeds to step 1242. In this embodiment, when the main game time reduction flag is off and the auxiliary game stop symbol is a predetermined hit symbol (D2), the time for continuing to open the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is the longest. Has been done.

Next, in step 1242, whether or not the CPUMC of the main control board M has reached a predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric accessory with reference to the second main game start port electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B. To judge. In the case of Yes in step 1242, in step 1244 and step 1246, the CPUMC of the main control board M closes the second main game start port electric accessory B11d, turns off the electric accessory opening flag, and performs the next process. (Processing in step 1300).

If No in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224, and if No in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230 and step 1242, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1300).

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

Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, whether or not the CPUMC of the main control board M has received the first main game start port entry information from the first main game start port entry detection device A11s of the first main game start port A10. judge. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1303, the CPUMC of the main control board M issues the first main game start port entry command, which is a command relating to the fact that the ball has entered the first main game start port A10, to the sub-main control unit SM. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1304. Next, in step 1304, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls for the main game (particularly the first main game side) is within the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the first main game content determination random number. In this embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, a winning / failing lottery random number for determining the winning / failing, a symbol lottery random number for determining the symbol at the time of winning, and a fluctuation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol are determined. Three random numbers of the variable mode lottery random numbers for the purpose are acquired. By the way, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update cycles and random number ranges, and are acquired in series at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the CPUMC of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the acquired random numbers in the RAM area of the main control board M. Next, in step 1310, the CPU MC of the main control board M sends information (hold generation command) to the effect that the first main game random number has been acquired to the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the information (hold generation command) to the sub-main control unit SM. Set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999).

Next, in step 1312, whether or not the CPUMC of the main control board M has received the second main game start port entry information from the second main game start port entry detection device B11s of the second main game start port B10. To judge. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the reserved balls for the main game (particularly the second main game side) are within the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers of a winning / failing lottery random number, a symbol lottery random number, and a variation mode lottery random number are acquired as in the case of the first main game side. By the way, the acquisition range of each random number on the first main game side and the acquisition range of each random number on the second main game side (for example, the acquisition range of the winning / failing lottery random number for the first main game and the winning / failing lottery random number for the second main game). Are set to the same. Next, in step 1318, the CPUMC of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the acquired random numbers in the RAM area. Next, in step 1320, the CPU MC of the main control board M sends information (hold generation command) to the effect that the second main game random number has been acquired to the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the information (hold generation command) to the sub-main control unit SM. It is set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400). If No in steps 1302 and 1304, the process proceeds to step 1312, and if No in steps 1312 and 1314, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400).

Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the RAM area of the main control board M and confirms whether or not there is a hold of the second main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the first main game symbol display process described later, and the next process {processes of steps 1400 (1) and (2). }. On the other hand, if No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the second main game symbol display process described later, and the next process {steps 1400 (1), (2). Process}.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the holding ball of the second main game symbol exists, regardless of the existence of the holding ball of the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the holding of the first main game symbol). It is configured to prioritize the hold digestion of the second main game symbol (even if it comes first), but it is not limited to this (hold digestion based on the winning order and both main game symbols are performed in parallel at the same time). It may be configured to execute a parallel lottery to draw a lottery).

Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. Since this processing is substantially the same for the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the processing on the second main game symbol side will be described. Write in parentheses. First, in step 1403, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the fluctuation start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is a condition that the special game is not in progress (or the condition device is in operation), the main game symbol is not changing, and the main game symbol is held. Although not shown in this example, when a variable fixed time (time for stopping and displaying the confirmed display symbol after the final display of the main game symbol) is provided, the fluctuation start condition of the next fluctuation is set during the fixed variable time. May be configured so as not to satisfy.

In the case of Yes in step 1403, in step 1405 and step 1406, the CPUMC of the main control board M is temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M, and the first main game content determination random number related to the current symbol variation ( The second main game content determination random number) is read, deleted from the RAM area of the main control board M, and the remaining hold information temporarily stored is shifted (hold digestion process). Next, in step 1410-1, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to each game state, and refers to the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the winning lottery random number). Based on the above, the main game symbol winning / failing lottery is executed.

Here, FIG. 10 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game winning / failing lottery table (second main game winning / failing lottery table). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability-variable gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-probability-variable gaming state. The winning probability is just an example, and is not limited to this.

Next, in step 1410-2, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the first main game symbol determination lottery table (second main game symbol determination lottery table), and the main game symbol winning / failing result and the first A stop symbol related to the main game symbol is determined based on the main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number), and these are temporarily stored in the RAM area.

Here, FIG. 10 (main game symbol 2) is an example of the first main game symbol determination lottery table (second main game symbol determination lottery table). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, when a big hit is won, from among a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, "4A / 5A / 7A" and "4B / 5B / 7B"). It is configured so that one main game symbol is determined as a jackpot symbol. The number of rounds of the special game determined with reference to the main game symbol is 8R for 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, and 16R for 7A, 7B. It should be noted that the random value and the type of the stop symbol are also examples, and are not limited to this. {For example, the lost symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, and a plurality of types of symbols are provided. May}.

Next, in step 1412, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the first main game variation mode determination lottery table (second main game variation mode determination lottery table) corresponding to each game state, and refers to the main game symbol. The variation mode of the main game symbol is determined based on the winning / failing lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number), and these are determined in the RAM area of the main control board M. It is temporarily stored in and the process proceeds to step 1414.

Here, the main game table 3 shown in FIG. 10 is an example of the first main game variation mode determination lottery table (second main game variation mode determination lottery table). As shown in this figure, in the present embodiment, the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol with respect to a certain random number value can be determined based on the result of the winning / failing lottery of the main game symbol and the state of the main game time reduction flag. Has been done. For example, when the winning / failing lottery result of the main game symbol is a hit for a certain random number value, it is easy to determine the fluctuation mode in which the fluctuation time is relatively long, and when the main game time reduction flag is on (time reduction). In the game state), it is configured so that the variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short can be easily determined. It should be noted that this example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of variation mode (variation time), the selectivity, and the like. Further, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time reduction game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long {symbol variation on the second main game side. Is configured to be advantageous to the player, it is easy for the second main game side to hold the game by lowering the symbol fluctuation efficiency of the first main game side (advantageous to the player). Since the purpose is to build a situation, it is particularly effective when the starting port on the first main game side and the starting port on the second main game side cannot be separated}.

Next, in step 1414, the CPUMC of the main control board M receives commands (stop symbol information, attribute information of the stop symbol, variation mode information, etc.) related to the main game symbol temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M. A command related to the current game state (design variation display start instruction command) is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Will be sent to). Next, in step 1415, the CPU MC of the main control board M sets a predetermined time related to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol in the first and second main game symbol fluctuation management timers MP11t-C. Next, in step 1416, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). On B21g), the variation display of the main game symbol is started according to the variation mode stored in the RAM area of the main control board M. Next, in step 1417, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the changing flag and proceeds to step 1420.

On the other hand, if No in step 1403, in step 1419, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the changing flag is on. If Yes in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420, and if No in step 1419, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1550).

Next, in step 1420, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the predetermined time related to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the CPUMC of the main control board M is for command transmission for transmitting information (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the effect that the symbol variation is completed to the sub-main control unit SM side. It is set in the buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1423, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The variation display of the main game symbol on B21g) is stopped, and the stop symbol stored in the RAM area of the main control board M is displayed and controlled as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1424, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the changing flag.

Next, in step 1430, the CPU MC of the main control board M refers to the RAM area of the main control board M, and determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1430, in step 1440, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the condition device operation flag and proceeds to step 1500. On the other hand, if No in step 1430, the process proceeds to step 1500.

Next, in step 1500, the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the specific game end determination process described later, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1550). Even if No in step 1420, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1550).

Next, FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1506, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether the main game probability change flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1506, in step 1510, the CPU MC of the main control board M refers to the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is larger than 0. In the case of Yes in step 1510, in step 1512, the CPU MC of the main control board M decrements the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c by 1. Next, in step 1514, the CPU MC of the main control board M refers to the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is 0. In the case of Yes in step 1514, in step 1516, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the main game time reduction flag. Next, in step 1518, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the auxiliary game time reduction flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 1550). In addition, even if No in step 1506, step 1510 or step 1514, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1550). As described above, in this example, the remaining time reduction number (the remaining symbol variation number in which the time shortening game state ends depending on the symbol variation end number after the end of the special game) is transmitted to the sub-control board S. Has been done.

Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of the special game operating condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. First, in step 1552, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1552, in step 1554, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the specific game flag (main game probability change flag, main game time saving flag, auxiliary game time saving flag). Next, in step 1558, the CPU MC of the main control board M clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1560, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the special game transition permission flag. Next, in step 1562, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the condition device operation flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 1600). Even if No in step 1552, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1600).

Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in step 1604 and step 1606, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game transition permission flag and turns on the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1607, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets an initial value (1 in this example) in the round number counter (not shown). Next, in step 1608, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the information (special game start display instruction command) to the effect that the special game is started to the sub-main control unit side. (It is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1612.

On the other hand, if No in step 1602, in step 1610, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. Then, in the case of Yes in step 1610, the process proceeds to step 1612. If No in step 1610, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines that the permission for the special game has not been granted, and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997).

Next, in step 1612, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, in other words, whether or not it is just before the start of each round. In the case of Yes in step 1612, that is, immediately before the start of each round, first, the set opening pattern (for example, an opening pattern that keeps opening, a pattern that opens and closes a plurality of times) is set in step 1614. Next, in step 1616, the CPU MC of the main control board M clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in step 1618, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1620, the CPUMC of the main control board M drives the first large winning opening electric accessory C11d (or the second large winning opening electric accessory C21d) of the first large winning opening C10 to make the first large winning opening. The winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20) is opened, the special game timer MP34t (particularly the opening time timer) is set to a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) to start, and the process proceeds to step 1622. On the other hand, if No in step 1612, that is, if the big winning opening is open, the process proceeds to step 1622 without performing the processes of steps 1614 to 1620.

Next, in step 1622, the CPUMC of the main control board M transmits a game state command (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning games, etc.) related to the current special game to the sub-main control unit SM side. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1624, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and in the round, a predetermined number (for example, 10) is applied to the first winning opening C10 (or the second winning opening C20). It is determined whether or not there is a winning ball (ball). If Yes in step 1624, the process proceeds to step 1628. On the other hand, if No in step 1624, in step 1626, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the special game timer MP34t (particularly the opening time timer) and determines the predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to the opening of the large winning opening. Determines whether or not has passed. In the case of Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1628. If No in step 1626, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997).

Next, in step 1628, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first large winning opening electric accessory C11d of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening electric accessory C21d of the second large winning opening C20). 1st big winning opening C10 (or 2nd big winning opening C20) is closed. Next, in step 1630, the CPU MC of the main control board M resets the special game timer MP34t (particularly the open time timer). Next, in step 1632, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1633, the CPU MC of the main control board M adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter (not shown). Next, in step 1634, it is determined whether or not the final round has ended (for example, whether or not the counter value of the round number counter (not shown) exceeds the maximum number of rounds). In the case of Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1638, the CPUMC of the main control board M sends information to the effect that the special game is ended (special game end display instruction command) to the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side. Set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process in step 1999). Then, in step 1650, the game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, is executed, and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997). Even if No in step 1634, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1997).

Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game, which relates to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines that the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a probabilistic jackpot symbol (a jackpot symbol that shifts to the probability variation game state after the end of the special game, and in this example, " 5A, 7A, 5B, 7B ") is determined. In the case of Yes in step 1652, in step 1654, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the main game probability change flag and proceeds to step 1656. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1652 (in this example, the non-probability variable jackpot symbol, which is the jackpot symbol that shifts to the non-probability variable gaming state after the end of the special game, is the stop symbol, and in this example, "4A". (In the case of "4B"), the process proceeds to step 1656. Next, in step 1656, the CPU MC of the main control board M sets a predetermined number of times (100 in this example) in the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1658, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the main game time reduction flag. Next, in step 1660, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the auxiliary game time reduction flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 1997).

Next, the control process executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described with reference to FIGS. 15 to 21. First, FIG. 15 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly, the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 3D is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after a reset such as when the power is turned on to the gaming machine. That is, when the power is turned on to the game machine, in step 2002, the CPUSC of the sub-main control unit SM executes the initial processing based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side) (for example, RAM clear). When information is received → The RAM on the sub control board S side is initialized, and when various information commands are received → The effect-related information at the time of power failure is reset to the RAM on the sub control board S side). After that, the process shifts to the loop processing in which the iterative processing routine (f) of the sub-main control unit SM is repeatedly executed. Here, when (f) is executed, first, in step 2100, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the instruction image display control process described later, as shown in the process of FIG. Next, in step 2400, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the hold information management process described later. Next, in step 2700, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a decorative symbol display content determination process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2800, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2900, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the special game-related display control process described later. Next, in step 2999, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the display command transmission control process (transmits the command set by these series of subroutines to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and ends this iterative processing routine. do.

As described above, the CPUSC of the sub-main control unit SM adopts a form in which the sub-main side routines (S2100 to S2999) are looped after being reset. Further, the process of FIG. 3E is a process at the time of interruption of the sub-main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line on the main control board M described above is one terminal (this) of the CPU of the sub-main control unit SM. In the example, it is the processing flow (e) when it is connected to the NMI terminal). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the sub-main control unit SM (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 2004, the CPU SC of the sub-control board S is a command input port from the main control board M side (described above). Check the input port of the data signal line. Then, in step 2006, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S temporarily stores the command transmitted from the main control board M side in the RAM area on the sub-main control unit SM side based on the confirmation result, and immediately before the main interrupt process. Returns to the processing that was being executed in.

Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the instruction image display control process according to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the special game is being executed. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the current gaming state is the non-time reduction gaming state. If Yes in step 2104, the process proceeds to step 2108. On the other hand, if No in step 2102 or step 2104, in step 2106, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S measures the ball entering the left-handed instruction counter HSc (the ball is easily entered into the ball-entry port when right-handed is executed). When the counter value reaches a predetermined value, it is determined that the left-handed strike is not executed in the situation where the game should be advanced by the left-handed strike, and the left-handed strike instruction image is displayed.) The counter value of is cleared to zero, and the process proceeds to step 2116.

Next, in step 2108, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the auxiliary game start port entry command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2108, in step 2110, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S adds 1 to the counter value of the left-handed instruction counter HSc. Next, in step 2112, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the left-handed instruction counter value has reached a predetermined value (3 in this example). In the case of Yes in step 2112, in step 2114, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command for displaying the left-handed instruction image for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds). Next, in step 2115, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S clears the counter value of the left-handed instruction counter HSc to zero, and proceeds to the process of step 2116. On the other hand, even if No in step 2108 or step 2112, the process proceeds to step 2116. Here, the lower right of the figure is a display image diagram of the instruction image, and the uppermost row is an image diagram of the left-handed instruction image. The left-handed instruction image is an image displayed on the effect display device SG that prompts the player to execute the left-handed player, and is the situation of the game in which the left-handed player should be executed. The special game is not executed and the non-time is shortened. It is configured to display a left-handed instruction image for a predetermined time (5 seconds) when it is determined that right-handed hitting is being executed in the game state (when three balls are entered into the auxiliary game starting port H10). When the ball enters the auxiliary game start opening H10, 1 is added to the counter value of the left-handed instruction counter HSc, but when the ball enters the right general winning opening P20, the counter value of the left-handed instruction counter HSc increases or decreases. It is configured not to.

Next, in step 2116, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the special game is being executed. If Yes in step 2116, the process proceeds to step 2122. On the other hand, if No in step 2116, in step 2118, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the current gaming state is a non-time shortening gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2118, in step 2120, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is a right-handed instruction counter MSc (a counter that measures the entry into the ball entry port, which is easy to enter when the left-handed hit is executed. When the counter value reaches a predetermined value, it is determined that the right-handed hit is not executed in the situation where the game should be advanced by the right-handed hit, and the right-handed hit instruction image is displayed.) Clear the counter value to zero. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2400). On the other hand, if No in step 2118, the process proceeds to step 2122.

Next, in step 2122, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the first main game start port entry command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2122, in step 2124, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S adds 1 to the counter value of the right-handed instruction counter MSc. Next, in step 2126, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the right-handed instruction counter value has reached a predetermined value (3 in this example). In the case of Yes in step 2126, in step 2128, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command for displaying the right-handed instruction image for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds). Next, in step 2129, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S clears the counter value of the right-handed instruction counter MSc to zero, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2400). Even if No in step 2122 and step 2126, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2400). Here, the lower right of the figure is a display image diagram of the instruction image, and the second row is an image diagram of the right-handed instruction image. The right-handed instruction image is an image displayed on the effect display device SG that prompts the player to execute the right-handed hit, and is in the state of the game in which the right-handed hit should be executed, during the execution of the special game or in the time-reduced gaming state. Then, when it is determined that the left-handed hit is being executed (when three balls are entered into the first main game start opening A10), the right-handed hit instruction image is displayed for a predetermined time (5 seconds). The bottom row is an image diagram of a time-saving medium-right-handed image, and since the game proceeds by right-handed in the time-saving game state, the time-saving medium-right-handed image will continue to be displayed in the time-saving game state. (It will continue to be displayed even during the special game). The display area on the effect display device SG of the time-saving medium-right-handed image and the right-handed instruction image is configured so as not to overlap, and the size of the display area is larger than that of the time-saving medium-right-handed image. (Left-handed and right-handed images are displayed in a relatively large display area for the purpose of warning).

As described above, in the present embodiment, for example, when the special game is not being executed and the game ball is hitting right in the non-time reduction game state, when the game ball passes through the auxiliary game start port H10, the sub-control board S The CPUSC is configured to count the number of passes and display a left-handed instruction image (for example, "left-handed") when the number of passes reaches a predetermined value (3 balls in this example). .. Further, for example, when the special game is not being executed and the game ball is hitting right in the non-time shortened game state, when the game ball passes through the right general winning opening P20, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S counts the number of passes. Instead, it is configured not to display a right-handed instruction image (for example, an image called "right-handed"). Further, for example, in the case of a left-handed hit during a special game or in a time-reduced game state, when the game ball enters the first main game start port A10, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S counts the number of times the ball is entered. When the number of hits reaches a predetermined value (3 balls in this example), a right-handed instruction image (for example, an image called "right-handed") is displayed. In the present embodiment, a left-handed instruction image (for example, an image called "left-handed") or a right-handed instruction image (for example, an image called "right-handed") may be referred to as a firing instruction effect. With this configuration, in the situation of the game in which the left-handed hit should be executed (the special game is not being executed and the non-time shortened game state), the player mistakenly executes the right-handed hit. When the game ball that has passed through the game start port H10 enters the right general winning opening P20, the counter value of the right-handed instruction counter MSc increases by 2 due to the launch of one game ball, and even unintentional right-handed hits are made. Regardless of this, it is possible to prevent the display related to the alerting from being performed at an unintended frequency such that the left-handed instruction image is frequently displayed. In this example, a left-handed instruction image can be displayed every time the left-handed counter value reaches a multiple of a predetermined value (3 in this example) {the right-handed counter value is a predetermined value (3 in this example). A right-handed instruction image can be displayed each time a multiple of) is reached}, but this is not limited to this, and left-handed when the left-handed counter value reaches a predetermined value (3 in this example). Display the instruction image {display the right-handed instruction image when the right-handed counter value reaches the predetermined value (3 in this example)}, which is twice or three times the predetermined value (3 in this example). When the counter value is reached, the left-handed instruction image (right-handed instruction image) may not be newly displayed. Further, the left-handed instruction image (right-handed instruction image) is configured to be erased within a predetermined time (5 seconds in this example) from the start of display, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the left-handed instruction image (right-handed instruction image) is not limited to this. ) Is displayed, and then it is determined that the left-handed (right-handed) is executed (for example, when it is determined that the left-handed is executed, when the game ball enters the first main game start port A10). Etc., when it is determined that the right-handed hit has been executed, the left-handed hitting instruction image (right-handed hitting instruction) when the game ball enters the auxiliary game starting port H10, etc.) or when the game state shifts. The image) may be configured to be erased.

Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the pending information management process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, whether or not the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has received a command related to the occurrence of a new hold (hold information related to the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol) from the main control board M side. To judge. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is set to the drawing hold counter value (in this example, the maximum number is 4 for the first main game and the maximum number is 4 for the second main game). Add "1". Next, in step 2406, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S temporarily stores the hold information (random value, etc.) transmitted from the main control board M side in the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and proceeds to step 2418. ..

On the other hand, if No in step 2402, in step 2410, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol variation display start instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2410, in step 2412, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter value. Next, in step 2414, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S deletes the hold information (random value, etc.) related to the symbol variation from the RAM area of the sub-control board S, and shifts the remaining hold information. Next, in step 2416, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 2418. In addition, even if No in step 2410, the process proceeds to step 2418.

Next, in step 2418, the CPUMC of the main control board M lights and displays the same number of hold display images as the drawing hold counter value on the effect display device SG, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2700). do.

Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2700 in FIG. First, in step 2702, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 2702, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in step 2704. Next, in step 2706, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is decorated with reference to the temporarily stored symbol information (stop symbol / variation mode related to the main game symbol) and the lottery table for determining the content of the variation of the design. Stop symbol of the symbol {For example, if the stop symbol related to the main game symbol is a big hit symbol, doublet such as "7, 7, 7", if it is a lost symbol, "1, 3, 5" , Etc.} and the variation mode are determined and temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S.

Next, in step 2712, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol content determination flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2800). Even if No in step 2702, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2800).

Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2800 in FIG. First, in step 2802, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. If Yes in step 2802, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol content determination flag in step 2804. Next, in step 2806, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol changing flag. Next, in step 2809, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S starts the drawing variation time management timer SM21t, and proceeds to step 2810. Even if No in step 2802, the process proceeds to step 2810.

Next, in step 2810, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2810, in step 2811, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S confirms the timer value of the drawing fluctuation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2812, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has reached the variation start timing of the decorative symbol based on the map variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. Judge whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2812, in step 2814, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command for displaying the variation of the decorative symbol on the effect display device SG (sub-sub control in the display command transmission control process in step 2999). It is transmitted to the unit SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2832.

On the other hand, if No in step 2812, in step 2816, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a decorative symbol based on the design variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. It is determined whether or not the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2816, in step 2818, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command to display the stop display (temporary stop display) of the decorative symbol on the effect display device SG (display command transmission control in step 2999). In the process, it is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2832.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2816, in step 2824, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a preview image or a notice image based on the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the drawing fluctuation time management timer SM21t and the sub-control board S. It is determined whether or not the display timing of the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2824, in step 2826, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command for displaying the image display related to the notice image and the reach image on the effect display device SG (in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). Then, it is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and the process proceeds to step 2832. Even if No in step 2824, the process proceeds to step 2832.

Next, in step 2832, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, receives information from the main control board M side that the main game symbol is stopped and displayed). (Determine whether or not it was done). In the case of Yes in step 2832, in step 2834, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a stop display command (confirmation display command) for the decorative symbol on the effect display device SG (sub-sub in the display command transmission control process in step 2999). It is transmitted to the control unit SS side). Next, in step 2836, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing fluctuation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2838, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol changing flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2900). Even if No in step 2810 or step 2832, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2900).

Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the special game-related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2900 in FIG. First, in step 2902, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the special game in-game flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2902, in step 2904, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the special game start display instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. If Yes in step 2904, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the special gaming flag in step 2912. Next, in step 2914, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S performs a jackpot start display on the effect display device SG (displays appropriately based on the type of jackpot), and proceeds to step 2920. Even if No in step 2902, the process proceeds to step 2920.

Next, in step 2920, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sequentially displays the number of rounds, the number of winnings, and the number of prize balls on the effect display device SG based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main control board M side. (It may be executed as needed based on the playability, the type of jackpot, etc.) Set the command. Next, in step 3050, the CPU SC of the sub-control board S executes the special game-in-game effect display control process described later. Next, in step 2926, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2926, in step 2928, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command to display the jackpot end on the effect display device SG (displays appropriately based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2929, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S clears the number of balls entered counter NKc (counter for measuring the number of balls entered into the right general winning opening P20 during the special game) to zero. Next, in step 2930, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the special game in-game flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2999). Even if No in step 2904 or step 2926, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2999).

Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the special game in-game effect display control process according to the subroutine of step 3050 in FIG. First, in step 3052, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the right general winning opening ball entry command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 3052, in step 3054, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the right general winning opening ball entry effect (when the game ball enters the right general winning opening P20 during the execution of the special game, the effect display device. It is an effect displayed by SG, for example, "+2 GET!" Is displayed), and a command to display by adding a predetermined number (2 balls in this example) to the number of prize balls is set. Here, in the present embodiment, since the right general winning opening P20 is arranged upstream of the first large winning opening C10 and the second large winning opening C20, the first large winning opening C10 is being executed during the special game. And the game ball fired toward the second large winning opening C20 (the game ball launched by right-handed hitting) is placed in the right general winning opening P20 before entering the first large winning opening C10 or the second large winning opening C20. It will be possible to enter the ball. With this configuration, in addition to the number of prize balls that can be obtained by entering the first large winning opening C10 or the second large winning opening C20 during the execution of the special game, the right general winning opening P20 is entered. As a result, more game balls can be acquired, and the number of game balls that can be acquired by executing a special game can be increased.

Next, in step 3056, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S adds 1 to the counter value of the ball entry counter NKc, and proceeds to the process of step 3058. Even if No in step 3052, the process proceeds to step 3058. Next, in step 3058, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the counter value of the ball entry counter NKc has reached a predetermined value (5 balls in this example). In the case of Yes in step 3058, in step 3060, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the lighting mode based on the stopped jackpot symbol with reference to the right general winning opening lamp lighting mode determination table (see FIG. 22). Then, the right general winning opening lamp LP10 is lit in the determined lighting mode, and the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2926). Even if No in step 3058, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2926). As described above, in the present embodiment, when the game ball enters the right general winning opening P20 during the special game, the right general winning opening entry effect is displayed on the effect display device SG (for example, "+2 GET"). ! ”) When a game ball enters the right general winning opening P20 with a predetermined value (5 balls in this example), the lighting mode is based on the stopped jackpot symbol for the right general winning opening. It is configured to light the lamp LP10. The right general winning opening ball entry effect, which is executed when the game ball enters the right general winning opening P20, is not only displayed on the effect display device SG, but also "GET!" By the sound from the speaker D24. It may be configured to output "+2 GET!" On the screen and at the same time output "GET!" By voice. Further, the volume of the sound from the speaker D24 may be provided in a plurality of stages so that the loudness of the volume can indicate the degree of expectation of transition to the probability-variable game state after the end of the special game (when the volume is high). The expectation of transition to the probability fluctuation game state is higher than when the volume is low).

Next, FIG. 22 is an example of a right general winning opening lamp lighting mode determination table. In the figure, the probabilistic jackpot symbol stop time table referred to when the stopped jackpot symbol is a probabilistic jackpot symbol (5A, 7A, 5B, 7B in this example) that shifts to the probability variation gaming state. It is composed of a non-probability change jackpot symbol (4A, 4B in this example) that is referred to when the stopped jackpot symbol shifts to the non-probability variable gaming state. NS. The right general winning opening lamp LP10 has five display modes of "white", "blue", "green", "red", and "rainbow color", and the probability after the big hit is completed. The order is "white-> blue-> green-> red-> rainbow color" in order from the one with the lowest expectation of transition to the variable game state. Since "rainbow color" is not selected as the lighting mode when shifting to the non-probability variable gaming state after the big hit ends, when the right general winning opening lamp LP10 lights up in rainbow color, after the big hit ends, It is almost definite to shift to the probability fluctuation game state. The lighting mode of the right general winning opening lamp LP10 is just an example, and there is no problem even if the number of types is increased or the distribution of the number is changed. Further, when a predetermined number or more of game balls enter the right general winning opening P20 during the big hit, the right general winning opening lamp LP10 may be turned on at the end timing of the big hit, or once. The right general winning opening lamp LP10 may be lit multiple times during the big hit.

Next, FIG. 23 is an operation diagram relating to the first (second) large winning opening and the right general winning opening in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment.

As shown in the figure, in the present embodiment, the right general winning opening P20 is installed on the upstream side of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20). Here, when the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20) is open, the game ball discharged from the right-handed route outlet D50 is the first large winning opening C10 (or the first large winning opening C10). It is configured so that the number of balls entering the two major winning openings C20) is relatively larger than the number of cases of entering the right general winning opening P20.

First, as shown on the left side of the figure, a right-handed ball is executed during the execution of the special game, and the game ball discharged from the right-handed route outlet D50 flows down between the game nails provided on the game board D35. Then, the ball is entered into the first large winning opening C10, which is in an open state. When a ball is entered into the first prize opening C10, the number of prize balls (13 balls in this example) is paid out.

Further, as shown on the right side of the figure, for example, during the execution of a special game, the game ball discharged from the right-handed route outlet D50 collides with the game nail provided on the game board D35 and changes its direction. By rolling, the ball enters the right general winning opening P20. When a ball is entered into the right general winning opening P20, the number of prize balls (2 balls in this example) is paid out. In this way, by arranging the right general winning opening P20 upstream of the first large winning opening C10 and the second large winning opening C20, the first large winning opening C10 or the second large winning opening is executed during the execution of the special game. A game ball that can be obtained in a special game by hitting the right-handed game with the aim of entering the C20 and allowing the game ball launched by the right-handed player to enter the right general winning opening P20. The number can be increased. In addition, by providing a molded product (molded with resin or the like) instead of the game nail provided in the vicinity of the right general winning opening P20, the ease of entering the right general winning opening P20 is adjusted. You may.

With the above configuration, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, when the game ball launched by right-handed hitting is discharged from the right-handed route outlet D50 during the execution of the special game, the first Depending on the rolling direction of the gaming ball, the gaming ball is also entered into the right general winning opening P20 while ensuring the ease of entering the first major winning opening C10 (or the second major winning opening C20). That is, before the game ball enters the first major winning opening C10 (or the second major winning opening C20), it can also enter the right general winning opening P20. Therefore, the number of game balls acquired by the player during the execution period of the special game will increase. Therefore, the player will be more interested in entering the ball into the right general winning opening P20, and as a result, the interest of the special game will be enhanced. Further, by entering a predetermined number (5 balls in this example) into the right general winning opening P20 during the special game, the right general winning opening lamp LP10 lights up, and depending on the lighting mode of the right general winning opening lamp LP10. , It is configured to suggest the degree of expectation of transition to the probability fluctuation game state after the end of the special game. With this configuration, for example, when a plurality of ball game balls enter the right general winning opening P20 during the execution of a special game, and then the right general winning opening lamp LP10 lights up in "rainbow color". The player will be delighted with the two highly profitable events, that is, the number of game balls acquired by the special game has increased and the state of the game will shift to the probability-variable game state after the end of the special game. It will be possible to provide a game machine.

In the present embodiment, the arrangement relationship between the auxiliary game start opening H10 and the right general winning opening P20 is arranged on the downstream side of the auxiliary game starting opening H10 as illustrated in FIG. It was configured. As a result, it is possible to configure one game ball to acquire two auxiliary game random numbers. The right general winning opening P20 may be arranged on the upstream side of the auxiliary game starting opening H10. With such a configuration, it is possible to acquire one auxiliary game random number with one game ball.

Further, in the present embodiment, the right general winning opening lamp LP10 refers to the right general winning opening lamp lighting mode determination table when a game ball enters the right general winning opening P20, and is a stopped jackpot symbol. It was configured to determine the lighting mode based on the above, but the effect display is based not only on the difference in color of the liquid crystal display, LED, etc. It may be configured to determine the display mode to be displayed on the device SG. For example, the degree of expectation may be suggested by the type of characters, such as "Chance-> Hot!-> Gekiatsu !!" Transition to the probability fluctuation game state after the end Character type and character size (display) such as "Chance (small)-> Hot! (Medium)-> Gekiatsu !! (Large)" in order from the one with the lowest expectation. The degree of expectation may be suggested by the size of the region). Further, the sound effect such as the sound output from the speaker D24 may be determined based on whether the stopped jackpot symbol is a probabilistic jackpot symbol or a non-probability variation jackpot symbol. For example, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation depending on the type of voice, such as "chance-> hot!-> Gekiatsu !!" In addition, the transition to the probability fluctuation game state after the end of the special game is changed from the one with the lowest expectation to the volume like "chance (low volume) → hot! (Medium volume) → gekiatsu !! (loud volume)" Expectations may be suggested by the type and volume of voice. Further, the above-mentioned lighting, display, display size, sound, and volume may be combined. For example, the transition to the probability fluctuation game state after the end of the special game is changed from the one with the lowest expectation to the blinking speed "slow → slightly faster → faster", and at the same time, the voice and volume are also changed from the one with the lowest expectation to "chance (low volume)". ) → Hot! (Medium volume) → Gekiatsu !! (loud volume) ”may be output. As a result, the player becomes more interested in entering the ball into the right general winning opening P20, and as a result, the interest of the special game is further enhanced.

Further, in the present embodiment, the number of prize balls paid out when the game ball wins in the left general winning opening P10 is 3, and the number of prize balls paid out when the game ball wins in the right general winning opening P20 is 2. However, the number of prize balls to be paid out when a game ball wins in the left general prize opening P10 is 3 or more (here, 3 balls, which is the minimum number of prize balls to be paid out in the left general prize opening P10, is referred to as "reference prize ball". The number of prize balls paid out when a game ball wins in the right general winning opening P20 may be set to be at least one less than the number of standard prize balls paid out. For example, if the number of prize balls paid out at the left general winning opening P10 (the number of standard prize balls paid out) is 3, the number of prize balls paid out at the right general winning opening P20 may be 2 balls or 1 ball. Further, if the number of prize balls paid out at the left general winning opening P10 is 5, the number of prize balls paid out at the right general winning opening P20 may be 2 balls or 1 ball. In this way, it is possible to reduce the number of prize balls paid out of the right general winning opening P20 as compared with the number of prize balls paid out of the left general winning opening P10. In this way, by making it possible to change the number of prize balls paid out between the left general winning opening P10 and the right general winning opening P20, it becomes easy to adjust the number of prize balls paid out during the special game. Further, by configuring the winning opening such as the right general winning opening P20 to have a relatively small number of winning balls, it becomes easy to fine-tune the payout rate of the gaming machine, and the position of the right general winning opening P20. By adjusting the above, it becomes easier to design the gaming machine to the optimum ball output rate.

(Example 1 of change from this embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment, the right general winning opening P20 is installed on the upstream side of the first major winning opening C10 (or the second major winning opening C20), and when the game is hit right during the special game, the game is played. When the ball passes through the right-handed route MR10 and flows out from the right-handed route outlet D50, the game ball is near the right general winning opening P20 before reaching the vicinity of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20). However, the arrangement relationship of the right general winning opening P20 with the first major winning opening C10 (or the second major winning opening C20) is not limited to this. Therefore, with respect to such another aspect, the changes from the present embodiment will be mainly described below as the first modification from the present embodiment.

First, FIG. 24 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the present embodiment. Only the differences from the present embodiment will be described in detail. First, the right general winning opening P20 in the first modification from the present embodiment is different from the present embodiment, and the right general winning opening P20 is on the downstream side of the first major winning opening C10 (or the second major winning opening C20). It is a configuration installed in. Here, when the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20) is open, the game ball discharged from the right-handed route outlet D50 is the first large winning opening C10 (or the first large winning opening C10). It is configured so that the number of balls entering the two major winning openings C20) is relatively larger than the number of cases of entering the right general winning opening P20.

Next, FIG. 25 is an operation diagram relating to the first (second) large winning opening and the right general winning opening in the first modification from the present embodiment.

As shown in the figure, in the present embodiment, the right general winning opening P20 is installed on the downstream side of the first major winning opening C10 (or the second major winning opening C20).

First, as shown on the left side of the figure, for example, during the execution of a special game, the game ball discharged from the right-handed route outlet D50 flows down between the game nails provided on the game board D35 and opens. Enter the ball into the first large winning opening C10, which is in a state. When a ball is entered into the first prize opening C10, the number of prize balls (13 balls in this example) is paid out.

Next, as shown on the right side of the figure, for example, during the execution of a special game, the game ball discharged from the right-handed route outlet D50 is in a closed state of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning prize). By passing through the mouth C20), the ball may flow downstream and enter the right general winning mouth P20. When a ball is entered into the right general winning opening P20, the number of prize balls (2 balls in this example) is paid out. Further, by providing a molded product instead of the game nail provided on the game board D35, it is possible to adjust the ease of entering the ball into the right general winning opening P20. In this way, by providing the right general winning opening P20 on the downstream side of the first large winning opening C10 or the second large winning opening C20, the first large winning opening C10 or the second large winning opening C20 is in a closed state. In some cases, even if the game ball does not enter the first major winning opening C10 and the second major winning opening C20, it is configured to be able to enter the right general winning opening P20 thereafter.

With the above configuration, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, when the game ball launched by right-handed hitting is discharged from the right-handed route outlet D50 during the execution of the special game, the first When the 1st big winning opening C10 (or the 2nd big winning opening C20) is open, the gaming ball enters the 1st big winning opening C10 (or the 2nd big winning opening C20) and the 1st big winning opening When the opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20) is in the closed state, the game ball can pass through as it is and can also enter the right general winning opening P20. For this reason, it becomes difficult to enter the right general winning opening P20 as compared with the case where the right general winning opening P20 is installed on the upstream side of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20) {right. If the general winning opening P20 is installed on the upstream side of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20), all the game balls flowed out from the right-handed route outlet D50 will be the right general winning opening. While flowing down in the vicinity of the opening P20, if the right general winning opening P20 is installed downstream from the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20), it flows out from the right-handed route outlet D50. Of the game balls played, only the game balls that did not enter the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening C20) flow down in the vicinity of the right general winning opening P20}. Therefore, for the player, while increasing the interest in entering the right general winning opening P20 (without giving any disadvantage), as a game, the first major winning opening C10 (or the second major winning opening C20) Is in the open state, and the right general winning opening P20 enters the right general winning opening P20 during special game execution than when the right general winning opening P20 is installed on the upstream side of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second major winning opening C20). Since it becomes difficult to play a ball, it is possible to suppress the influence on the number of prize balls that can be obtained when a special game is executed.

As in the game machine in this example, the auxiliary game start opening H10 and the right general winning opening P20 are provided as entry ports capable of acquiring random numbers on the auxiliary game side that can be entered when a right-handed hit is executed. In this case, it is possible to design an appropriate gaming machine by adjusting the installation position of the auxiliary game starting port H10 and the right general winning opening P20 and the ease of entering a ball (for example, adjusting by a molded product). .. As an example, by relatively increasing the ball entry ratio to the auxiliary game start port H10, the base in the time-saving game state (the number of prize balls with respect to the total number of game balls fired in the situation where the jackpot is not executed) Percentage) can be increased. Further, by relatively increasing the ball entry ratio to the right general winning opening P20, it becomes easy to design the period of staying in the time-shortening gaming state for a long period of time.

In this example, a configuration having two large winning openings is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the above configuration can be applied to a gaming machine having one large winning opening. Further, as a configuration applicable to the gaming machine according to this example, a large winning opening (one of the two large winning openings may be used, or only one large winning opening may be provided. ) Is provided with a specific area through which the game ball can pass, and by passing through the specific area, a big hit is executed (by entering the specific area during the small hit execution, the big hit is executed after the small hit is completed). , Whether or not to shift to the probability-variable gaming state after the end of the big hit (or small hit), or whether or not to shift to the time-shortened gaming state after the end of the big hit (or small hit), etc. good.

M Main control board MN11ta-A 1st main game win / fail lottery table, MN11ta-B 2nd main game win / fail lottery table MN11ta-H Auxiliary game win / fail lottery table, MN41ta-A 1st main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta -B 2nd main game symbol determination lottery table, MN41ta-H Auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN51ta-A 1st main game variation mode determination lottery table, MN51ta-B 2nd main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta -H Auxiliary game symbol variation management lottery table, MP11t-C 1st and 2nd main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H Auxiliary game symbol variation management timer, MP22t-B 2nd main game start port Electric accessory open Timer MP33c Winning ball counter, MP34t Special game timer MP52c Time reduction counter, MT10 Command transmission buffer A 1st main game peripheral device, A10 1st main game start port A11s 1st main game start port entry ball detection device, A20 1 Main game symbol display device A21g 1st main game symbol display unit, A21h 1st main game symbol hold display unit B 2nd main game peripheral device, B10 2nd main game start port B11s 2nd main game start port entry ball detection device , B11d 2nd main game start port Electric accessory B20 2nd main game symbol display device, B21g 2nd main game symbol display unit B21h 2nd main game symbol hold display unit C 1st and 2nd main game shared peripherals, C10 1st Grand Prize C11s 1st Grand Prize Winner Detection Device, C11d 1st Grand Prize Electric Accessory C20 2nd Grand Prize C21s 2nd Grand Prize Winner Detection Device C21d 2nd Grand Prize Electric Accessory, D30 Game area D44 Launch handle D32 Outer rail, D34 Inner rail H Auxiliary game peripheral device, H10 Auxiliary game start port H11s Auxiliary game start port entry ball detection device, H20 Auxiliary game symbol display device H21g Auxiliary game symbol display unit, H21h Auxiliary game Design hold display unit S Sub control board, SM effect display control means (sub main control board)
SG effect display device SG10 display area, SG11 decorative symbol display area SG12 1st hold display unit, SG13 2nd hold display unit KH prize ball payout control board KE prize ball payout device, KE10 payout unit D16 transparent plate, KR prize ball rail KT Prize ball tank, KH prize ball payout control board Ea power switch, D42 launcher E power supply unit, D40 launch control board DL10 left-handed area, DR10 right-handed area ML10 left-handed route (first flow route), MR10 right-handed route (2nd flow route)
D50 Right-handed route outlet P10 Left general winning opening, P20 Right general winning opening HSc Left-handed instruction counter, MSc Right-handed instruction counter NKc Number of balls entered

Claims (1)

The game area where the game ball can flow down,
An auxiliary game start port that allows the game ball to enter and the game ball that has entered can flow down the game area again, and serves as an opportunity to execute the auxiliary game.
The right general winning opening, which allows game balls to enter and triggers the execution of auxiliary games ,
The first main game start port, which allows the game ball to enter and triggers the execution of the main game,
The second main game start port, which allows the game ball to enter and triggers the execution of the main game,
The left general winning opening where game balls can enter, and
A variable member attached to the second main game start port that can be displaced to an open state and a closed state, and when the member is displaced to the open state, a game ball can enter or close the second main game start port. A variable member that is easier to enter than the above, and is configured to make it more difficult for the game ball to enter the second main game start port when the ball is displaced to the closed state than in the open state.
It is equipped with a game ball launching unit that can at least obtain the maximum firing strength, which is the maximum firing strength that enables the game ball to be released into the game area.
A special game state can be executed when the result of the main game executed when the ball enters the first main game start port or the second main game start port is a specific result.
After the execution of the special gaming state, it is possible to control the variable member to a specific gaming state in which the variable member is likely to be in the open state.
It has at least a privilege granting means for granting a privilege based on a ball entering the right general winning opening, the first main game starting opening, the left general winning opening, and the second main game starting opening.
When the game ball is launched at the maximum firing intensity, the launched game ball is configured so as to easily flow down the second flow-down route and difficult to flow down the first flow-down route.
When the game ball is launched at a predetermined firing intensity smaller than the maximum firing intensity, the launched game ball is configured so as to be difficult to flow down the second flow-down route and easy to flow down the first flow-down route. Ori,
The game ball that has flowed into the second flow-down route is configured to be easier to enter the auxiliary game start port than the game ball that has flowed into the first flow-down route.
The game ball that has flowed into the second flow-down route is configured to be easier to enter the right general winning opening than the game ball that has flowed into the first flow-down route.
The first towards the game ball that has flowed into the second falling route than a game ball that has flowed into the falling route is configured no matter easily and ball entrance to the second main game start hole,
Who game ball that has flowed into the first falling route than a game ball that has flowed into the second falling route is configured no matter easily and ball entrance to the first main game start hole,
The second person falling route than inflow game ball enters into the first falling-Route gaming ball is configured no matter easily and ball entrance to the left generally winning opening,
The variable member is configured to be able to be displaced to the open state based on the ball entering the auxiliary game start opening and the right general winning opening.
Wherein in the state in which the variable member is displaced to an open condition, towards said than said first main game starting opening the second main game start hole is configured no matter easily and ball entrance,
It said than the privilege granted under entering the sphere to the right regular winning port is configured as a larger of the benefits to be granted on the basis of the input spheres to the left general winning opening,
When a predetermined counter satisfies a predetermined condition, it is possible to execute a launch instruction effect for instructing the launch of the game ball to the first flow route.
In a predetermined gaming state that is neither the special gaming state nor the specific gaming state, the firing instruction effect can be executed by updating the predetermined counter based on the entry of the ball into the auxiliary game starting port. A pachinko gaming machine characterized in that the firing instruction effect is not executed by not updating the predetermined counter based on the ball entering the right general winning opening.

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