JP7134483B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a game machine such as a pachinko game machine.

In a conventional game machine, when a game ball enters a starting hole provided in a game area, it is determined whether or not to play a big win game, and when it is determined to play a big win game, a big win game is awarded. is common.

In addition, after the end of the jackpot game, by shifting to either a normal game state or a specific game state more advantageous to the player than the normal game state at a predetermined probability, the game amusement is improved. ing.

In such a gaming machine, there is a game machine that performs an attention prompting notification at the end of a jackpot game in order to call a player to a predetermined attention (for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2016-154687 A (Fig. 56)

However, there is still room for improvement in terms of suitably performing alert promotion notification.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to preferably perform a caution prompting notification in view of such circumstances.

The gaming machine according to the present invention has a game area in which game balls can flow, and which has a normal path and a specific path different from the normal path, and whether or not to execute a special game advantageous to the player. special game determination means for making a determination; identification information display means for performing a variable display of identification information and stop-displaying the identification information corresponding to the result of the determination after the variable display; a normal game state; and the normal game state. a game state control means capable of controlling a specific game state more advantageous to the player than the game, a demonstration effect execution control means capable of executing a demonstration effect when the variable display is not performed for a predetermined time, and the special game attention prompting notification execution control means capable of executing attention prompting notification on display means for calling a predetermined attention to the player when the end effect of is being executed and when the demonstration effect is being executed; sound output means capable of outputting a predetermined effect sound; volume adjustment operation means for adjusting the volume of the predetermined effect sound; A situation notification control means, and a promotion notification means capable of executing promotion notification to encourage shooting of a game ball toward the specific path when the specific game state is controlled, and the demonstration effect is the first and a second period, which is a period different from the first period and in which the caution prompting notification can be performed. During two periods, the light emitting means can emit light in a second light emitting mode different from the first light emitting mode, and the sound output means can output an adjustment sound accompanying the operation of the volume adjustment operation means when the volume adjustment operation means is operated. wherein, when the volume adjustment operation means is operated while the attention prompting notification is being performed in the demonstration effect, the volume adjustment and the notification of the adjustment status can be performed, and the adjustment status is notified. is executed, the attention-promoting notification is continued without being terminated, and the predetermined effect sound is not output when the attention-promoting notification is executed in the demonstration effect, but the adjustment associated with the operation is performed. A sound can be output, a first effect sound out of the predetermined effect sounds can be output during execution of the special game, and when the attention promoting notification is being executed in the end effect of the special game. is capable of outputting a second effect sound different from the first effect sound among the predetermined effect sounds, and the promotion notification means executes the attention promotion notification in the demo effect in the normal game state. when the previous While the promotion notification is not executed, the promotion notification can be executed when the attention promotion notification is executed in the demonstration effect in the specific game state.

ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, attention promotion information can be performed suitably.

1 is an external front view of a gaming machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1 is an external rear view of a gaming machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1 is a front view of a game board according to a first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a gaming machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. It is a diagram showing a special symbol winning determination table and a normal symbol winning determination table according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a diagram showing a special symbol determination table and a normal symbol determination table according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the jackpot special design details which concern on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a diagram showing a special symbol variation pattern table according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a diagram showing areas of a main ROM and a main RAM according to the first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the indicator which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. 4 is a flowchart showing main control board main processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flowchart showing set value change processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flowchart showing set value confirmation processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flowchart showing main control board timer interrupt processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flowchart showing input switch detection processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flow chart showing processing when detecting a first starting port according to the first embodiment of the present invention; It is a flow chart which shows processing at the time of the 2nd starting opening detection concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows special design related processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart showing a special symbol variation start processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows processing during special design fluctuation concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart which shows winning game processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. 4 is a flowchart showing abnormality confirmation processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flowchart showing game performance information management processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flowchart showing input system processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flow chart showing calculation system processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 4 is a flowchart showing display system processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; It is a flow chart which shows production control board main processing concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a flow chart showing the effect control board timer interrupt processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 4 is a flowchart showing main command reception processing according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 6 is a flow chart showing processing when an error-related command is received according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 6 is a flow chart showing processing when a demonstration command is received according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a flow chart showing processing when an ending command is received according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 1 is a time chart 1 according to a first embodiment of the present invention; 2 is a time chart 2 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 3 is a time chart 3 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a time chart 4 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 5 is a time chart 5 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 6 is a time chart 6 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; It is a figure which shows the relationship between the attention promotion alerting|reporting and end conditions which concern on 1st Embodiment of this invention. 4 is an animation diagram corresponding to time charts 1 to 6 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 7 is a time chart 7 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 8 is a time chart 8 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 9 is a time chart 9 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 1 is a time chart 10 according to a first embodiment of the invention; 4 is an animation diagram corresponding to time charts 7 to 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. It is a time chart 11 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 12 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 13 is a time chart 13 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; It is a time chart 14 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 15 is a time chart 15 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; It is a time chart 16 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 17 is a time chart 17 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 4 is a time chart 18 according to the first embodiment of the invention; It is a time chart 19 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 4 is an animation diagram corresponding to time charts 17 to 19 according to the first embodiment of the present invention; FIG. FIG. 10 is an animation diagram showing an example of effect using the light guide plate according to the first embodiment of the present invention; 2 is a time chart 20 according to the first embodiment of the invention; 4 is a time chart 21 according to the first embodiment of the invention; It is a time chart 22 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a time chart 23 according to the first embodiment of the invention; It is a time chart 24 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 11 is an animation diagram showing effect amount adjustment during execution of caution promotion notification during demonstration effect according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a diagram showing a special symbol determination table and a normal symbol determination table according to the second embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the jackpot special design details which concern on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 11 is an animation diagram showing an implementation of a caution-promoting notification according to the second embodiment of the present invention; It is a probability variation information distribution table according to the third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 11 is an animation diagram showing an implementation of a caution-promoting notification according to the third embodiment of the present invention; FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention;

(First embodiment)
A first embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings. In the following embodiments, a pachinko game machine 1 will be described as an example of a game machine according to the present invention. In the following description, "front", "rear", "left", "right", "upper" and "lower" refer to the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. pointing.

(External configuration of pachinko game machine 1)
As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko game machine 1 is pivotally supported by an outer frame 2 for installation on a game machine installation island (not shown) of a game parlor, and a game board 6 shown in FIG. a glass frame 4 pivotally supported by the middle frame 3 and opposed to the front side of the game board 6 so that the game board 6 can be visually recognized through transparent glass; and the middle frame 3 and a receiving tray member 5 which is pivotally supported by the glass frame 4 and positioned below the glass frame 4 and capable of storing game balls. In addition, the glass frame 4 and the receiving plate member 5 may be configured as a separate type, or may be configured as an integrated type.

In addition, the middle frame 3 is provided with a shooting device (not shown) for shooting game balls into the game area 7 of the game board 6, and a shooting handle 8 for making this shooting device perform a shooting operation. is provided. The shooting handle 8 is gripped by the player and can be rotated within a predetermined range so that the shooting intensity when shooting the game ball into the game area 7 can be adjusted by the amount of rotation. It's becoming For example, when it is rotated by the first rotation amount (when it is the first firing intensity), the game ball is shot to the left side of the game area 7 (so-called "left hitting" is possible), and the first When the ball is rotated by a second amount of rotation larger than the amount of rotation (in the case of the second firing intensity), the game ball is shot to the right side of the game area 7 (so-called "right-handed shot"). ” is possible).

Although not shown, the firing handle 8 is provided with a handle touch sensor. This handle touch sensor is turned ON when the player grips the shooting handle 8 , and the ON signal is input to the payout control board 300 . Thereby, it can be grasped that the shooting handle 8 is held by the player.

Also, the glass frame 4 is provided with a light emitting device 9 (lamp, LED, etc.) so that the pachinko game machine 1 can be decorated by emitting light. For example, in the special symbol winning determination process described later, based on the fact that the winning is determined, by emitting light in rainbow colors, it is possible to execute an effect of notifying the winning.

Also, the glass frame 4 is provided with a speaker 10 for outputting voice and sound effects. For example, when the normal game state described below is controlled, music corresponding to the normal game state can be output, and when the time-saving game state described later is controlled, music corresponding to the time-saving game state is output. It is possible.

The receiving tray member 5 is composed of an upper receiving tray 5a and a lower receiving tray 5b. When the amount of game balls stored in the upper receiving tray 5a exceeds a predetermined amount, the game balls are dispensed to the lower receiving tray 5b. It has become. In addition, on the receiving tray member 5, when the game is over, a ball ejection button 11 for discharging the game balls stored in the upper receiving tray 5a to the lower receiving tray 5b, and a game ball for a game ball lending device (not shown). a ball lending button 12 for requesting the payout of the ball, a card return button 13 for requesting the return of the valuable value medium inserted into the insertion slot of the game ball lending device, and the balance for displaying the balance of the valuable value medium A display unit 12a and a ball lendable lamp 12b for notifying that the ball lending by operating the ball lending button 12 is possible are provided. In addition, a notice may be given to prevent the player from forgetting to remove the valuable value medium inserted into the insertion slot of the game ball lending device. Details will be described later in the section "Attention Promoting Notification".

Further, the tray member 5 is provided with a performance button 14 and a performance lever 15 that can be operated by the player when the operation promoting performance is executed. In addition, the receiver member 5 can be operated by the player to adjust the volume of sound and sound effects output from the speaker 10, adjust the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9, and adjust the amount of light emitted from the image display device 26, which will be described later. A cross key button 16 is provided for adjusting the amount of emitted light. Note that the effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 may be provided independently, or may be provided integrally.

Next, based on FIG. 2, the configuration of the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. Various control boards such as a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300 and a payout device 304, and a power supply board 400 are provided on the back side of the pachinko game machine 1 (exactly , these various control boards are attached to the rear surface of the middle frame 3).

A RAM clear switch 105 is also provided on the main control board 100 . The RAM clear switch 105 is a switch for initializing game information that is rewritten in the area of the main RAM 103 when a game is played. For example, when the closing time of the amusement arcade is approaching while the time-saving game state is in effect, if the manager turns on the power while pressing the RAM clear switch 105, the game information in the time-saving game state is cleared, and the game information is cleared at the opening time of the next day. , It can be started from the normal game state.

The RAM clear switch 105 is also a switch for switching set values in a setting change state, which will be described later. Details will be described later in the flow chart. For example, when the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once in a state where the set value "1" is displayed on the display 104, the set value "1" is changed to the set value "2". Further, when the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once, the set value is switched from "2" to the set value "3". When the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once in a state where the set value is changed from "5" to the set value "6" and the set value "6" is displayed on the display 104, the set value "6" is changed to the set value "1". is switched to

Although the RAM clear switch 105 is provided on the main control board 100, it may be provided on the power supply board 400 or may be provided directly on the middle frame 3 as long as it can be input to the main control board 100.

Further, the main control board 100 is provided with a setting change keyhole 31 . The setting change keyhole 31 is used when setting one of a plurality of stages of setting values, which will be described later. Specifically, a setting change key (not shown) managed by a store clerk is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and rotated clockwise by 90 degrees (rotated from the vertical direction to the horizontal direction), When the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned on (the power switch 400a is turned on) while pressing the RAM clear switch 105, a setting change state is entered in which setting values can be set. Details of the setting change state will be described later with a flowchart.

The setting change keyhole 31 is also used to check the currently set value. Specifically, a setting change key (not shown) managed by a store clerk is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and rotated clockwise by 90 degrees (rotated from the vertical direction to the horizontal direction), When the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned on (the power switch 400a is turned on), it enters a setting confirmation state in which setting values can be confirmed. The details of the setting confirmation state will be described later with a flowchart.

Although the setting change keyhole 31 is provided in the main control board 100, the installation location is not limited to this. For example, the middle frame 3 may be provided with a setting change keyhole 31 .

A display 104 is also provided on the main control board 100 . If the display 104 is in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state, the setting value is displayed. The game performance information calculated by the formula "number of game balls paid out/out number in normal game state)×100" is displayed.

Note that the game performance information is calculated for each interrupt (for example, every 4 ms) in a state other than the setting change state or setting confirmation state (for example, the state in which the interrupt is permitted in step S18 of FIG. 11). The current section and the past three sections (one section before, two sections before, and three sections before) are displayed at predetermined display timings (for example, every five seconds). It is possible. That is, display of current section→elapsed predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of past section (1)→elapsed of predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of past section (2)→elapsed predetermined time (5 seconds) elapsed)→display of past section (3)→elapsed predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of current section. Details of the game performance information will be described later with a flowchart.

(Structure of game board 6)
As shown in FIG. 3, the game board 6 is made of a transparent synthetic resin material, and an image display device 26 is detachably attached to the back side thereof. In addition, the game board 6 is formed with a game area 7 in which game balls can roll. A member 19 is formed. In addition, the game area 7 includes a gate member 20 through which a game ball can pass, a first starting hole 21 through which a game ball can enter, and a stage 17 for facilitating ball entry into the first starting hole 21. , a second starting hole 22 into which a game ball can enter, a normal winning hole 23 into which a game ball can enter, and a large winning hole into which a game ball can enter when a winning game described later is being executed. 24, an out port 25 for discharging game balls that have not entered any of the winning ports outside the game area (game ball discharge gutter), a movable body 28 that can move vertically, and others (not shown). Game nails, pinwheels, etc. are provided.

In addition, the game board 6 is provided with a plurality of board illumination devices 29 (for example, full-color LEDs). The decorativeness of the game machine 1 is enhanced. For example, the board illumination device 29 can decorate the entire game area 7 of the game board 6 as indicated by reference numeral 29 in FIG. It is possible to decorate the entire character. Moreover, in order to make the display contents of the image display device 26 stand out, all the panel illumination devices 29 can be turned off. Further, the predetermined light emission pattern is composed of a plurality of light emission patterns that define the light emission speed, the color of light emitted, the LEDs that emit light and the LEDs that do not emit light, and the like.

Between the game board 6 and the image display device 26, or on the game board 6, a light guide plate 34 capable of displaying a predetermined image by irradiating light from the side is provided. The light guide plate 34 is made of a transparent acrylic member, and a character or the like is processed in a predetermined area of the acrylic member. It becomes possible (visible to the player). On the other hand, when the light is not irradiated from the side, the processed character or the like cannot be displayed (not visible to the player). An example of the effect of the light guide plate will be described later.

(Regarding gate member 20)
The gate member 20 is provided in the right central portion of the game area 7, and allows the game ball to pass through when the game ball is shot to the right side of the game area 7, i.e., when the game ball is hit to the right. It's becoming In addition, it is always open upwards to always allow the passage of game balls. Then, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, the later-described "passing gate detection processing" is performed, and whether or not the protruding member (not shown) provided in the second start port 22 is protruded is "normal". A "symbol hit determination process" is performed, and a "normal symbol variation game" for deriving the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process is executed after the normal symbol variation time elapses.

When the game ball further passes through the gate member 20 while the normal symbol variation game based on passage through the gate member 20 is being performed, the execution of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage is suspended. Except for the normal symbol variation game being executed, a maximum of "4" can be reserved. Specifically, in the main RAM 103, a reserved storage area for a normal symbol variation game is provided. A "first storage area" corresponding to a normal symbol variation game that is performed after the normal symbol variation game that is fluctuating is completed, a "second storage area", a "third storage area", and a "fourth memory area". storage area", and when the currently varying normal symbol variation game finishes varying, the determination information (random value) stored in the "first storage area" is stored in the "variation storage area". The judgment information (random value) stored in the "second storage area" is transferred to the "first storage area", and the judgment stored in the "third storage area" is transferred to the "second storage area". The information (random value) is transferred, the judgment information (random value) stored in the "fourth storage area" is transferred to the "third storage area", and the "fourth storage area" becomes empty.

(Regarding the first start port 21)
The first starting port 21 is provided in the central part of the game area 7, and when the game ball is shot to the left side of the game area 7, so-called "left hitting", the game ball enters. It is possible. In addition, it is always open upwards and always allows game balls to enter. Then, when the game ball enters the first start port 21, for example, "3" game balls are paid out as prize balls, and if any reserved storage area other than the prize balls is empty, a special symbol is displayed. Hit determination processing is performed, the special symbol and decorative symbol image and the fourth symbol image to be described later are variably displayed, and after the fluctuation time described later has passed, the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of the special symbol hit determination process is derived. (Confirmed display) symbol variation game is executed.

When a game ball enters the first starting hole 21 while the symbol changing game based on the ball entering the first starting hole 21 is being performed, execution of the symbol changing game based on the entering ball is suspended. A maximum of "4" can be reserved except for the symbol variation game being executed.

Specifically, the main RAM 103 is provided with a reserved storage area for the symbol variation game, and the reserved storage area is the "variation storage area" corresponding to the currently varying symbol variation game, and the currently varying storage area. A "first storage area" corresponding to a symbol variation game to be played after the current symbol variation game is completed, and hereinafter referred to as a "second storage area", a "third storage area", and a "fourth storage area". consists of Then, when the pattern variation game that is currently fluctuating in a state where the determination information (random value) is stored in all of the reserved storage areas is completed, the "variation storage area" The stored determination information (random value) is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "second storage area" is transferred to the "first storage area", and the "second storage area" is stored in the " The determination information (random value) stored in the "third storage area" is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "fourth storage area" is transferred to the "third storage area", and the "fourth storage area" is transferred. storage area is empty.

Although the first starting port 21 is a ball-entering port through which a game ball can enter, it may be configured as a passage area through which a game ball can pass.

(Regarding the second starting port 22)
The second starting port 22 is provided in the right central part of the game area 7, and when the game ball is shot to the right side of the game area 7, so-called "right hitting", the game ball enters. Ball is enabled. In addition, unlike the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22 is not always open upward, and in principle, does not allow entry of game balls (it is in a "closed" state). That is, the second starting port 22 has a protruding member that can protrude forward, and only when this protruding member protrudes forward ("open" state), the game ball can enter. It becomes possible.

Regarding whether or not to allow the game ball to enter by projecting the protruding member forward, when it is determined that the normal symbol hit is determined in the normal symbol hit determination process, the "opening and closing of the second start port" in FIG. It is possible to open and close in the opening and closing mode shown in "Mode". Then, when the game ball enters the second start port 22, for example, "2" game balls are paid out as prize balls, and if any of the reserved storage areas are empty in addition to the prize balls, the pattern changes. the game is running.

If a game ball enters the second starting hole 22 while the pattern changing game based on the ball entering the second starting hole 22 is being performed, execution of the symbol changing game based on the entering ball is suspended. A maximum of "4" can be reserved except for the symbol variation game being executed. Since the specific configuration of the main RAM 103 related to suspension is the same as that of the first start port 21 described above, description thereof will be omitted.

As the second starting opening 22, a protruding member movable in the front-rear direction is used, but a so-called "electric tulip" having movable wing pieces may be used.

Further, the second starting port 22 is a ball-entering port through which game balls can enter, but may be configured as a passage area through which game balls can pass.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game ball enters the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22, the special symbol hit determination process is performed, and the special symbol, the decorative symbol image and the fourth symbol image are variably displayed. Then, after the variation time elapses, the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process (special symbol, decorative symbol image, and fourth symbol image) is derived (confirmed display). , Sometimes simply referred to as "game of 1 variation". Also, the execution of the "symbol variation game" may be referred to as "variation display".

Further, when a game ball of "1" enters the first start port 21, the game ball of "1" enters the "first special symbol display device 27a" and the "image display device 26". When the "symbol variation game" based on the hitting of the ball is executed and the game ball "1" enters the second starting port 22, the "second special symbol display device 27b" and the "image display device 26" are displayed. , the "symbol variation game" is executed based on the entry of the game ball of "1". Therefore, the "symbol variation game" is a general term for games played with the "first special symbol display device 27a" and the "image display device 26", and the "second special symbol display device 27b" and " "Image display device 26" is a general term for games played on the "image display device 26".

In addition, in the present embodiment, deriving the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol image and fourth symbol image) of the special symbol hit determination process after the variation time in the symbol variation game has passed means (special symbol and decoration This is called "confirmed display" of the symbol image and the fourth symbol image). On the other hand, in the symbol variation game, temporarily stopping the decorative symbol image before the variation time elapses is referred to as "temporary stop display" of the decorative symbol image. Examples of the "temporary stop display" include "reach", which will be described later, and "shake fluctuation display" before "fixed display". "Shake fluctuation display" before "fixed display" means that, for example, the decorative pattern image is "temporarily stopped" at "767" or the like, and then "fixedly displayed" at "767", or once " ``Temporary stop display'' for the display of the failure of ``767'', and after performing a reversal effect to derive ``777'', ``Confirmation display'' of ``777'' is performed, or variable display performed at the branch point. be done.

(Regarding the regular prize gate 23)
The normal winning openings 23 are provided in the lower left of the game area 7 with "3" and "1" in the lower right, totaling "4". A game ball can be entered when so-called "left-handed" is performed, and "1" normal winning opening 23 at the lower right is provided when so-called "right-handed" is performed. A game ball can enter. In addition, the normal prize winning opening 23 is always open upward like the first starting opening 21, and always permits entry of game balls. Then, when game balls enter the normal winning hole 23, for example, "8" game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the arrangement position of the normal winning openings 23 can be arbitrarily changed, and the number thereof may be less than "4". Also, the number of prize balls may be different between the "3" normal winning holes 23 on the lower left and the "1" normal winning holes 23 on the lower right.

(Regarding Grand Prize Gate 24)
The big winning opening 24 is provided in the lower right part of the game area 7, and a game ball can be entered when so-called "right-handed hitting" is performed. In addition, the big winning opening 24 has an opening and closing door, and when a winning is determined in the special symbol winning determination process, a winning game is executed, the opening and closing door tilts forward, and the game ball enters. allow. Then, when game balls enter the big winning hole 24, for example, "12" game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Here, in the winning game, the opening/closing door of the big winning opening 24 is opened (tilted forward) over the number of awarded rounds shown in FIG. Then, it opens (tilts forward) for 29.5 seconds (S=seconds) per round, and when the entry of 10 game balls is detected by the later-described large winning hole detection SW 24a before 29.5 seconds have passed. , 29. Even before 29.5 seconds have elapsed, the opening/closing door is closed to advance to the next round, and this is repeated for the prescribed number of rounds. On the other hand, when 29.5 seconds (so-called "attacker full open") elapses before 10 game balls are detected by the big winning hole detection SW 24a, the opening/closing door is closed to proceed to the next round. become. In this case, one round game ends without reaching the stipulated number of 10 balls entered per round, which is disadvantageous for the player.

In the present embodiment, an opening/closing door that tilts forward is used as the big prize opening 24, but a so-called "electric tulip" may be used, or a "shutter member" that advances and retreats in the front-rear direction may be used. good.

(Regarding the image display device 26)
The image display device 26 has a display area over substantially the entire area, is provided so as to be positioned above the stage 17, and can display a symbol variation game and effect images in the display area. That is, based on the fact that the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22 and the special symbol hit determination process is performed, the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26a are displayed. The pattern image 26c is varied (vertically scrolled) in the variable display area. In addition, even when the game ball enters the first start port 21 and the game ball enters the second start port 22, the left decorative pattern image 26a, the middle decorative pattern image 26b, and the right decorative pattern image 26a are common. The pattern image 26c is fluctuated (vertically scrolled) in the variable display area (the special pattern display device is different, but the decorative pattern image used in the image display device 26 is common).

Then, the performance image is displayed within the fluctuation time described later, and when the fluctuation time elapses, if the winning is achieved, for example, "7" is stopped in each decorative design image, and the decorative design combination of "777" is performed. Winning is reported by making a definite display. On the other hand, in the case of a loss, for example, the combination of the decorative symbols "765" is displayed as a confirmation to notify that the game is a loss.

Separately from each decorative design image, a fourth design image 26d (the "fourth" design next to the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c) is displayed on the right side of the display area. It can be displayed in the lower part, and in synchronism with each decorative pattern image, variable display and fixed display are possible. In addition, the image display device 26 displays a first start opening pending number image 26e that displays the number of holdings of the symbol variation game at the first start opening 21 as "0" to "4", and a symbol variation at the second start opening 22. A second starting opening pending number image 26f displaying the number of pending games as ``0'' to ``4'', and a first starting opening displaying the number of pending symbol variation games in the first starting port 21 with a suspended ball image. 1st starting hole 2nd holding ball image display area 26g, 1st starting hole 2nd holding ball image display area 26h, 1st starting hole 3rd holding ball image display area 26i, 1st starting hole 4th holding ball image 26 display area j and ( In FIG. 3, simply indicated as "g", "h", "i", and "j"), the number of pending symbols in the second starting port 22 is displayed as a pending ball image. 1 holding ball image display area 26k, second starting opening second holding ball image display area 26l, second starting opening third holding ball image display area 26m, second starting opening fourth holding ball image display area 26n (Fig. 3 , simply indicated as "k", "l", "m", and "n"), can be displayed.

The number of reservations displayed in the first starting opening reserved number image 26e and the number of reservations displayed in the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j is always synchronized, and the number of reservations displayed in the second starting opening reserved number image 26f and the second starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k to the second starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26n. Be sure to synchronize with the number of holds made. For example, when "4" is displayed in the first starting opening reserved number image 26e, "4" is displayed in the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j. is displayed.

The left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, the right decorative design image 26c, and the fourth design image 26d can display design images from "1" to "8", and are used for the special design hit determination process. If the judgment result is a hit, any combination of symbols "111", "222", "333", "444", "555", "666", "777", and "888" can be displayed. is.

On the other hand, when the determination result of the special symbol hit determination process is a loss, it is possible to display a combination of symbols other than the combination of symbols described above. If it is a loss, in the special symbol variation pattern described later, when a special symbol variation pattern with "reach" is determined, for example, a combination of symbols such as "767" is confirmed and displayed, and a special symbol without "reach" is displayed. When the symbol variation pattern is determined, for example, a combination of symbols such as "765" is definitely displayed.

Note that "reach" means a state in which the left decorative design image 26a and the right decorative design image 26c are displaying the same number image (temporary stop display), and the middle decorative design image 26b is being variably displayed. In this embodiment, when the determination result of the "special symbol winning determination process" is a winning, it is always configured to go through "reach", so the player can expect a win. You can say that.

The fourth symbol image 26d may simply display a one-digit number or a two-digit number instead of combining the above-described symbols. You may enable it to identify the kind of , a loss, and a design.

In addition, the image display device 26, based on the fact that the game ball passes through the gate member 20 and the normal symbol hit determination processing is performed, normally in the symbol variation display area 26o (upper right of the image display device 26), the normal symbol image to fluctuate. The normal design image is composed of a "○" design image that informs that the normal design is a hit, and an "X" design image that informs that the normal design is lost, and the variation of the normal design is executed. When it is on, the "○" pattern image and the "x" pattern image are lit alternately. Then, when the normal symbol variation time elapses, the symbol image corresponding to the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process is lit, and the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process is notified.

(Regarding the pattern display device 27)
The pattern display device 27 is provided outside the game area (outside the outer rail member 18), which is an area different from the game area 7 of the game board 6. As shown in FIG. As also shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 displays a first special symbol which is controlled by the main control board 100 to execute a symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21. A display 27a and a second special symbol display 27b for executing a symbol variation game based on the entry of a game ball into the second starting port 22 are provided. Here, the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b are composed of "7" segment display devices, and in the symbol variation game, the special symbols are changed from the start of variation to "-" ( Horizontal bar pattern) flashes, and when it comes to the timing of deriving the determination result of the special pattern hit determination process, if it is a loss, "-" (horizontal bar pattern) is lit (confirmed display), and if it is a hit, for example , "7" is illuminated (determined display). In other words, the “special pattern” refers to a pattern whose display is controlled by the main control board 100 .

In the present embodiment, the "special design", the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, the right decorative design image 26c, and the fourth design image 26d are simply referred to as "design" or "identification design". It is sometimes called “information”.

Also, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to display the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21. A first special symbol suspension display 27c to be displayed and a second special symbol suspension display 27d to display the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22 are provided. ing.

The first special symbol holding display 27c and the second special symbol holding display 27d are each composed of "2" dot LED indicators, and are held by "turning off", "lighting", and "blinking". It is possible to display the number of For example, if the number of pending is '0' then both dot LED indicators are 'off', if the number of pending is '1' then one is 'on' and the other is 'off'. If the number of pending is "2", both are "lighting", and if the number of pending is "3", one is "lighting" and the other is "blinking", and the number of pending When it is "4", both are "blinking".

In addition, the first special symbol reservation display 27c includes the number of reservations displayed as the above-described first starting opening reservation number image 26e, and the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth Always synchronized with the number of reservations displayed in the reservation ball image display area 26j, the second special symbol reservation display 27d is the number of reservations displayed as the above-described second start opening reservation number image 26f, and the second It is always synchronized with the number of reservations displayed as the starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k to the second starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26n. For example, when both the first special symbol reservation display 27c "blinks" (when the number of reservations is "4"), "4" is displayed as the first start opening reservation number image 26e, and the first start "4" reserved ball images are displayed in the opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 has a normal symbol display device which is controlled by the main control board 100 to execute a normal symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20. 27e is provided. The normal symbol display device 27e is composed of "2" dot LED indicators, and in the normal symbol variation game, from the start of the variation, one is lit and the other is extinguished, and one is extinguished and the other is extinguished. When it comes to the timing of deriving the determination result of the normal pattern hit determination process by repeatedly executing the mode of lighting up and, if it is a loss, one side is lit and the other is turned off. , one of which is turned off and the other is turned on.

Also, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 to display the number of suspensions of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20. A normal symbol holding display 27f is provided. It should be noted that the normal symbol reservation display 27f, like the first special symbol reservation display 27c and the second special symbol reservation display 27d described above, is composed of "2" dot LED indicators. Since the display mode of the number of is also the same, detailed description is omitted.

Also, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is controlled by the main control board 100 for display, and indicates the number of openings of the big winning opening 24 in the winning game described above. A round indicator 27g is provided for displaying "Number reference)". The round indicator 27g is composed of "2" dot LED indicators, one of which lights up when "5 rounds of winning game" is being executed, and the other of which lights up when "10 rounds of winning game". is running. In addition, in the present embodiment, "5 rounds of winning games" and "10 rounds of winning games" are provided, so it is configured with "2" dot LED indicators. Depending on the number of games played, the number of dot LED indicators can also be changed. For example, when "3" types of winning games are provided as winning games, "3" dot LED indicators can be used.

(Internal configuration of pachinko game machine 1)
The pachinko game machine 1 has a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300, and a power supply board 400 mounted behind the middle frame 3 (see FIG. 2). Then, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 and the effect control board 200 only communicate one-way from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200 via a harness or the like (not shown). are connected so that Also, the main control board 100 and the payout control board 300 are connected via a harness or the like so as to enable two-way communication. In addition, the power supply board 400 receives supply of external power via a power plug (not shown), and sends the supplied external power to any of the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. It is connected so that it can be supplied

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. so as to enable input from various switches, and controls display to various displays, , and various solenoids are connected via harnesses, relay boards, etc., so that drive control can be performed. In addition, the effect control board 200 is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. so that input from various SW is possible, and a harness and so that display control to various displays is possible. They are connected via a relay board or the like.

(Regarding main control board 100)
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 includes a main CPU 101 that performs control processing, a main ROM 102 that stores a control program necessary for the control processing, and a main CPU 102 that can read and write necessary for the control processing. A RAM 103 is provided. Although not shown, it also includes an interrupt controller circuit that gives an interrupt signal to the main CPU 101, a hard random number generation circuit that generates random numbers within a certain range, and the like. Note that the control processing in the main CPU 101 will be detailed later using a flowchart.

Further, the main RAM 103 is provided with a storage area for managing various information. For example, a set value storage area for storing set value information, a special symbol state flag storage area for storing a special symbol state, a game state storage area for storing a game state, a winning game state storage area for storing a state in a game is mentioned.

Further, the main RAM 103 is provided with a counter for managing various information (time and number of times). For example, there are a time management counter for managing various times, a time saving number counter for managing the number of time saving, and a round number counter for managing the number of rounds in a winning game.

(About production control board 200)
As shown in FIG. 4, the effect control board 200 includes a sub CPU 201 that performs effect control processing, a sub ROM 202 that stores a control program necessary for the effect control process, and reading and writing necessary for the effect control process. A possible sub-RAM 203 is provided.

Although not shown, it also includes an interrupt controller circuit that gives an interrupt signal to the sub CPU 201, a hard random number generation circuit that generates random numbers within a certain range, and the like. Further, the effect control includes display control of the image display device 26, sound output control of the speaker 10, light emission control of the light emitting device 9 and the board lighting device 29 described later, and control of the board driving device 30 described later. A VDP (Video Display Processor), an image ROM and a VRAM, which are responsible for the display control of the image display device 26, a sound source IC, an audio ROM and an audio RAM which are responsible for the audio output control of the speaker 10, and light emission. A lamp CPU, a lamp ROM, a lamp RAM, and the like are provided for controlling light emission of the device 9 and the board lighting device 29 . Note that the control processing in the sub CPU 201 will be detailed later using a flowchart.

(Regarding payout control board 300)
As shown in FIG. 4, the payout control board 300 includes a payout CPU 301 for performing payout control processing, a payout ROM 302 for storing control programs necessary for the payout control processing, and reading and writing necessary for the payout control processing. A possible payout RAM 303 is provided. A payout device 304 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like. By controlling the payout device 304, game balls are paid out to the upper tray 5a.

Specifically, in the main control board 100, for example, when the information that the game ball is detected from the first start hole detection SW21a described later is input, the main control board 100 is set to pay out "3" balls. A payout command signal is transmitted from 100 to the payout control board 300, and the payout control board 300 receiving this controls the payout device 304 to pay out "3" prize balls to the upper tray 5a. Then, when the payout of "3" balls is completed, a payout completion signal is transmitted from the payout control board 300 to the main control board 100, and the information that the game ball is detected is input from the first start hole detection SW21a. Complete the payout of game balls for what you have done.

Also, the discharge control board 300 is connected to the firing handle 8 via a harness or the like, and the firing handle 8 is gripped when the player touches the above-described handle touch sensor provided on the firing handle 8. The amount of rotation of the firing handle 8 is input according to the amount of the firing volume (not shown) provided on the firing handle 8 .

Also, the payout control board 300 is connected to a launcher 305 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the launcher 305 , game balls are launched into the game area 7 . Specifically, the payout control board 300 receives information that the player is gripping the shooting handle 8 from the shooting handle 8 and inputting the amount of rotation of the shooting handle 8 , and the shooting corresponding to the amount of rotation of the shooting handle 8 . The intensity controls the shooting device 305 to shoot a game ball.

Although not shown in FIG. 4, the payout control board 300 is connected to receive an input signal from the ball lending button 12 shown in FIG. When the lending button 12 is operated by the player, the payout control board 300 controls the payout device 304 to display the number (for example, "125" balls) corresponding to "1" operation of the lending ball button 12. ) are put out to the upper tray 5a.

(Regarding the power supply board 400)
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300 are connected to the power supply board 400 via harnesses and the like, and as described above, the power supply plug (not shown). , the supplied external power is supplied to any of the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. Although not shown, the power supply board 400 is provided with a conversion circuit or the like for converting external power (AC 100 volts) to DC 24 volts.

(Regarding frame open detection SW3a)
The frame open detection SW3a is provided in the middle frame 3, and is used when the glass frame 4 is opened, when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are opened, or when the middle frame 3 is opened. It is possible to detect the "open" state, such as, and to detect the "closed" state when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are closed. In other words, the frame open detection SW 3a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and information indicating the closed state is input to the main control board 100 when the switch is in the above-described "closed" state. will be On the other hand, when it is in the above-described "open" state, the information indicating the above-described closed state is not input to the main control board 100, and by not inputting, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) is in the above-described "open" state. can be detected to be in

(Regarding gate detection SW 20a)
The gate detection SW 20 a is provided inside the passage opening of the gate member 20 of the game board 6 and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 . In other words, the gate detection SW 20a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and when the passage of the gaming ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Become. Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) to which the detected information is input does not execute the normal symbol variation game in the normal symbol suspension display 27f, and the number of suspensions of the normal symbol variation game is "0". In the case of , immediately control to execute the normal symbol variation game, and when the number of suspension of the normal symbol variation game is "1" to "3", to suspend the execution of the normal symbol variation game , and when the number of suspensions of the normal symbol variation game is "4", control is performed so as not to suspend the execution of the normal symbol variation game.

(Regarding the first starting opening detection SW 21a)
The first starting opening detection SW21a is provided inside the winning opening of the first starting opening 21 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the first starting opening 21. That is, the first starting hole detection SW21a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when a game ball is detected to enter, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. will be Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which has received the detected information, pays out "3" game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the first starting port 21. process to make it work.

Further, when an input is made from the first starting port detection SW 21a, the main control board 100 does not execute the symbol variation game on either the first special symbol display device 27a or the second special symbol display device 27b. And, when the number of reservations of the first special symbol reservation display 27c and the second special symbol reservation display 27d is "0", the first special symbol display 27a immediately executes the symbol variation game. When the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game in the first special symbol suspension display 27c is "1" to "3", control is performed to suspend the execution of the symbol variation game, and the first special symbol When the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game on the suspension display 27c is "4", the execution of the symbol variation game is controlled not to be suspended.

In addition, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) performs the symbol variation game on the first special symbol suspension display 27c, except when the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game on the first special symbol suspension display 27c is "4". A first start winning prize command indicating that the number of reservations has been updated (increased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. As a result, even in the effect control board 200, the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game on the first special symbol suspension display 27c can be recognized. In addition, when the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game in the first special symbol suspension display 27c is "4", the first starting opening winning command may be transmitted to the effect control board 200.

(Regarding the second start opening detection SW 22a)
The second starting opening detection SW22a is provided inside the winning opening of the second starting opening 22, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the second starting opening 22. That is, the second starting hole detection SW22a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when a game ball is detected to enter, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. will be Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which has received the detected information, pays out "2" game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls for the game balls entering the second starting port 22. process to make it work.

Further, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) executes the symbol variation game on both the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b when an input is made from the second starting port detection SW 22a. If not, and the number of reservations on the second special symbol reservation display device 27d is "0", immediately control the second special symbol display device 27b to execute the symbol variation game, When the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game on the 2 special symbol suspension display 27d is "1" to "3", control is performed to suspend the execution of the symbol variation game, and the second special symbol suspension display 27d When the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game is "4", the execution of the symbol variation game is controlled not to be suspended.

In addition, the main control board 100 determines the number of pending symbol variation games on the second special symbol pending display device 27d, except when the number of pending symbol variation games on the second special symbol pending display device 27d is "4". is updated (increased) to the effect control board 200. As a result, even in the effect control board 200, the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game on the second special symbol suspension display 27d can be recognized. In addition, when the number of suspensions of the symbol variation game in the second special symbol suspension display 27d is "4", the second start opening winning command may be transmitted to the effect control board 200.

(Regarding the second start port opening/closing solenoid 22b)
The second starting port opening/closing solenoid 22b is provided behind the second starting port 22, and is a solenoid for causing the projecting member provided in the above-described second starting port 22 to perform an opening/closing operation. That is, the second start opening opening/closing solenoid 22b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. When the determination is made, the second starting port opening/closing solenoid 22b is drive-controlled so as to open and close in the opening/closing mode shown in "Opening/closing mode of the second starting port" in FIG.

(Regarding normal winning opening detection SW 23a)
The normal winning hole detection SW23a is provided inside the winning hole of the normal winning hole 23 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the normal winning hole 23. In other words, the normal winning hole detection SW 23a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when a game ball is detected to enter. will be Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101), which has received the detected information, pays out "8" game balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the normal winning hole 23. process to make it work.

(Regarding the big winning opening detection SW 24a)
The big winning hole detection SW 24 a is provided inside the big winning hole 24 of the game board 6 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the big winning hole 24 . In other words, the big winning hole detection SW 24a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when a game ball is detected to enter. will be Then, the main control board 100, which has received the detected information, causes the payout control board 300 to pay out "10" game balls as prize balls due to the game balls entering the big winning hole 24. I do. In addition, the main control board 100 transmits to the effect control board 200 a large winning opening winning command indicating that a game ball has entered the large winning opening 24 . As a result, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the entry state of the game ball into the big winning opening 24 .

(Regarding the grand prize opening opening/closing solenoid 24b)
The large winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b is provided behind the large winning opening 24, and is a solenoid for opening and closing the door provided in the large winning opening 24 described above. That is, the big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and when the main control board 100 determines a win in the "special symbol win determination process", In order to open and close the opening/closing door over the number of awarded rounds shown in FIG.

(Regarding the OUT port detection SW 25a)
The out port detection SW 25 a is provided inside the entrance of the out port 25 and is a SW for detecting that a game ball has entered the out port 25 . In other words, the outlet detection SW 25a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the detected information is input to the main control board 100 when an entry of a game ball is detected. It will be. Thereby, the out number can be grasped in the main control board 100 .

(Regarding the first special symbol display 27a)
The first special symbol display device 27a is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is used to execute a symbol variation game based on the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 21. is an indicator of That is, the first special symbol display 27a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) controls the symbol variation on the first special symbol display 27a. When the game execution condition is established, the display of the symbol variation game is controlled on the first special symbol display device 27a. It should be noted that the fulfillment of the execution condition of the symbol variation game on the first special symbol display device 27a means that a negative determination is made in the processing of step S105-2-4 in the "special symbol variation start time processing" (see FIG. 19) which will be described later. time applies.

(Regarding the second special symbol display 27b)
The second special symbol display device 27b is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is used to execute a symbol variation game based on the entry of a game ball into the second starting port 22. is an indicator of That is, the second special symbol display 27b and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) controls the symbol fluctuation on the second special symbol display 27b. When the game execution condition is established, the display of the symbol variation game is controlled on the second special symbol display 27b. It should be noted that the fulfillment of the symbol variation game execution condition on the second special symbol display 27b means that a negative determination is made in the processing of step S105-2-1 in the "special symbol variation start processing" (see FIG. 19). Applicable.

(Regarding the first special symbol holding display 27c)
The first special symbol suspension display 27c is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is display-controlled by the main control board 100 to indicate suspension of the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the first start port 21. A display for displaying numbers. That is, the first special symbol holding display 27c and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 detects the game ball from the first starting opening detection SW21a. , the display control of the first special symbol reservation indicator 27c is performed (turning off from lighting or blinking from lighting) when the upper limit value ("4" pieces) of the reservation is not reached. On the other hand, when the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the currently varying first start port 21 is completed, the display control of the first special symbol reservation indicator 27c is performed (from blinking to lighting, or from lighting to extinguished). cause).

(Regarding the second special symbol holding display 27d)
The second special symbol pending display 27d is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is display-controlled by the main control board 100 to indicate the suspension of the symbol variation game based on the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 22. A display for displaying numbers. That is, the second special symbol holding display 27d and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 detects the game ball from the second starting opening detection SW 22a. is input, if the upper limit value ("4" pieces) of the reservation is not reached, the second special symbol reservation indicator 27d is displayed and controlled (turned off to light, or blinked from lighting). On the other hand, when the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the currently varying second starting port 22 is completed, the second special symbol reservation display 27d is displayed and controlled (from flashing to lighting, or from lighting to extinguished). cause).

(Regarding normal symbol display 27e)
The normal symbol display 27e is provided in the symbol display device 27, and is a display for executing a normal symbol variation game whose display is controlled by the main control board 100. FIG. That is, the normal symbol display 27e and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) executes the normal symbol variation game on the normal symbol display 27e. When the condition is satisfied, the normal symbol variation game is displayed and controlled on the normal symbol display 27e.

(Regarding the normal symbol holding display 27f)
The normal symbol suspension display 27f is provided in the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and displays the number of suspensions of the normal symbol variation game based on the game ball passing through the gate member 20. It is a display for In other words, the normal symbol holding display 27f and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) receives the information that the game ball is detected from the gate detection SW 20a. When inputting, when the upper limit value ("4" pieces) of the reservation is not reached, the display of the normal design reservation display 27f is controlled (turned off from lighting, or blinking from lighting). On the other hand, when the currently fluctuating normal symbol variation game ends, the display of the normal symbol reservation display 27f is controlled (from flashing to lighting or from lighting to extinguished).

(Regarding the round indicator 27g)
The round display device 27g is provided in the pattern display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is a display device for displaying the number of openings of the big winning opening 24 in the winning game described above. In other words, the round indicator 27g and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the "symbol variation game" determined as a win in the "special symbol win determination process" ends, and the first At the timing of displaying a special symbol (for example, "7") indicating winning on the special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b, the lighting of the round indicator 27g corresponding to the determined winning game is controlled. When the winning game is being executed, the round indicator 27g is continuously controlled to turn on, and when the winning game ends, the round indicator 27g is controlled to go out. In addition, in the present embodiment, the round indicator 27g is provided because it has two types of the number of awarded rounds. do not have.

(Regarding the magnetic sensor 32)
The magnetic sensors 32 are provided at a plurality of locations on the game board 6 and are sensors for detecting abnormal magnetism exceeding a predetermined specified value. In other words, the magnetic sensor 32 and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when an abnormal magnetism exceeding a predetermined specified value is detected, the detected information 100 will be entered. Thereby, in the main control board 100, abnormal magnetism can be detected.

(Regarding the radio wave sensor 33)
The radio wave sensors 33 are provided at a plurality of locations on the game board 6 and are sensors for detecting abnormal radio waves exceeding a predetermined specified value. That is, the radio wave sensor 33 and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when an abnormal radio wave exceeding a predetermined specified value is detected, the detected information is transmitted to the main control board. 100 will be entered. As a result, abnormal radio waves can be detected in the main control board 100 .

(Regarding light emitting device 9)
As described in FIG. 1, the light-emitting device 9 is composed of lamps, LEDs, etc., and can decorate the pachinko game machine 1 by emitting light. For example, if information indicating the closed state is not input from the frame open detection SW 3a described above, the middle frame 3 emits light in a light emission mode for notifying that the middle frame 3 is in the open state. That is, the light emitting device 9 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the light emitting device 9 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200 .

(Regarding speaker 10)
As described with reference to FIG. 1, the speaker 10 can output voice and sound effects. For example, if the closed state information is not input from the above-described frame open detection SW 3a, a notification sound indicating that the middle frame 3 is in the open state is output. That is, the speaker 10 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the sound described above is output from the speaker 10 under the control of the effect control board 200 .

(Regarding board illumination device 29)
The board illumination device 29 is provided on the game board 6 as described above, and can decorate the pachinko gaming machine 1 by emitting light, like the light emitting device 9 provided on the glass frame 4 described above. That is, the board lighting device 29 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the board lighting device 29 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200 .

(Regarding the board driving device 30)
The board driving device 30 is provided on, for example, the game board 6 and the movable body 28, and is composed of a motor or the like for moving the movable body 28 in the vertical direction. In other words, the board driving device 30 and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and the board driving device 30 is driven and controlled by the control of the effect control board 200 .

(Regarding movable body 28)
The movable body 28 is provided on the game board 6 and is capable of actions such as "falling", "rocking", and "rotating". By performing these actions, it suggests the possibility that a winning game will be awarded. Also, the movable body 28 can be moved in front of the image display device 26, as shown in FIG. 55, for example. Further, when the movable body 28 is moved, a part of the display area of the image display device 26 is covered, so that part of the display content displayed in the display area of the image display device 26 is covered by the movement of the movable body 28. Or all of them become difficult to see. In FIG. 55 and the like, the display area of the image display device 26 is partially covered by the movement of the movable body 28, but the entire display area of the image display device 26 may be covered.

(Regarding effect button detection SW 14a)
The effect button detection SW 14a is provided in the effect button 14, and is a SW for detecting that the effect button 14 is pressed by the player when the effect button 14 is in the operation valid period. That is, the effect button detection SW 14a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200 that receives the information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed controls the effect corresponding to the depression of the effect button 14 via the image display device 26 and the speaker 10 . Here, for the effect button 14, for example, in a symbol variation game, an operation valid period is set for a predetermined period of time, and the effect button detection SW 14a detects only depression when the operation valid period is set.

(Regarding the production lever detection SW 15a)
The effect lever detection SW 15a is provided in the effect lever 15, and is a SW for detecting that the effect lever 15 is operated by the player when the effect lever 15 is in the operation valid period. That is, the production lever detection SW 15a and the production control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and information indicating that the production lever 15 has been operated is input to the production control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200 that receives the information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated controls the effect corresponding to the operation of the effect lever 15 via the image display device 26 and the speaker 10 . Here, for the effect lever 15, for example, in a symbol variation game, an operation valid period is set for a predetermined period of time, and the effect lever detection SW 15a detects only operations when the operation valid period is set.

(Regarding cross key detection SW 16a)
The cross-key detection SW 16a is provided on the cross-key button 16, and is a SW for detecting that the cross-key button 16 has been pressed by the player. That is, the cross key detection SW 16a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, etc., and information indicating that the cross key button 16 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. It's becoming

As described above, by operating the cross key button 16, the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9 and the amount of light emitted from the image display device 26 can be adjusted. Specifically, when the up button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the amount of light can be increased (in stages), and when the down button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the amount of light is decreased (in stages). When the right button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be increased (stepwise), and when the left button of the cross key button 16 is pressed, the volume can be lowered (step by step). .

The amount of light may be set in three stages of "strong", "medium", and "weak", or may be further divided into five stages. Also, the volume may be set in three stages of "high", "middle", and "low", or may be further set in five stages. Also, a level gauge image indicating the degree of adjustment of the amount of light or sound volume, or an adjustment sound may be emitted.

The adjustment of the amount of light and the adjustment of the sound volume can be performed when the symbol variation game is not performed, but may be performed even when the symbol variation game is performed. In this case, it is preferable to adjust without generating the above-mentioned level gauge image or adjustment sound, or by displaying in a small size and outputting adjustment sound at a low volume. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the effect image and the effect sound corresponding to the symbol variation game from being hindered by the level gauge image and the adjustment sound.

(Regarding the special symbol hit judgment table)
The special symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. 5A is stored in the main ROM 102 . Here, in the present embodiment, setting values in "6" stages can be set. Then, when "1" is set as the setting value, the main CPU 101 refers to the special symbol winning determination table for the setting value "1" shown in (A) and performs "special symbol winning determination processing". If other set values are set, a special symbol hit determination table for each set value (not shown) is referred to and a "special symbol hit determination process" is performed. In addition, "common to the first start port and the second start port" means that even if the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the game ball enters the second start port 22, the special This indicates that the symbol hit determination table is common. Note that the set value is not limited to "6" stages, and can be set arbitrarily. For example, "4" stages or "2" stages may be used. Moreover, it is not necessary to provide a setting value.

In the special symbol hit determination table for the set value "1" of (A), when the game state is "normal game state" and when it is "time saving game state", "special symbol hit determination process" , the probability of being determined as "hit" is "1/319", the probability of being determined as "losing" is "318/319", and the game state is "variable probability game state", In the "special symbol win determination process", the probability of being determined as "hit" is "1/32", and the probability of being determined as "losing" is "31/32". That is, when the gaming state is "probability variable gaming state", the probability of being determined as "hit" fluctuates about "10" times than "normal gaming state" or "time-saving gaming state". It can be said that the variable probability gaming state is a gaming state that is more advantageous for the player than the "normal gaming state" or the "time-saving gaming state".

In the special symbol hit determination table for the set value "1" in (A), the hit determination probability is as described above. The probability of being determined as "hit" in "hit determination processing" is different. For example, in the special symbol hit determination table for the set value "6", when the game state is the "normal game state" and when it is the "time-saving game state", in the "special symbol hit determination process" The probability of being determined as "hit" is "1/280", the probability of being determined as "losing" is "279/280", and when the game state is "probability variable game state", "special symbol In the hit determination process, the probability of being determined as "hit" is "1/28" and the probability of being determined as "losing" is "27/28". In this way, by enabling different hit probabilities to be set for each set value, it becomes easier for the amusement arcade to manage the put-out balls.

In addition, in the "time-saving gaming state" and the "variable probability gaming state", compared to the "normal gaming state", as shown in FIG. 5 (B) described later and FIG. In the "symbol hit determination process", an advantageous opening and closing mode is selected as the opening and closing mode of the protruding member of the second start port 22 when it is easy to hit the "hit" and when the "hit" is hit. The "game state" is the most advantageous game state for the player, the "time-saving game state" is the most advantageous game state for the player, and the "normal game state" is the most disadvantageous game state for the player.

In the following, the "normal gaming state" and the "time-saving gaming state" may be collectively referred to as the "low probability state", and the "probability variable gaming state" may be referred to as the "high probability state". . In addition, the “low probability state” may be referred to as “non-variable short state” or “non-variable short state”, and “probability variable gaming state” and “time-saving gaming state” are collectively referred to as “variable short It may be called "medium", "variable short state", or "improved ball entry rate state".

(Regarding normal pattern hit judgment table)
The normal symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. 5B is stored in the main ROM 102 . Then, when the game state is the "normal game state", the probability of being determined as "win" in the "normal symbol winning determination process" is "4/256", and the probability of being determined as "losing" is " 252/256”, and when it is “time-saving gaming state” and “probability variation gaming state”, the probability of being determined as “hit” in “normal symbol winning determination processing” is “251 /256”, the probability of being determined as “losing” is “5/256”. Therefore, when it is "time saving game state" or "probability variation game state" than when it is "normal game state", it is easier to determine "hit" in "normal symbol hit determination process", game It can be said that it is an advantageous game state for the player. Incidentally, in the present embodiment, no set value is provided in the normal symbol hit determination table, but a set value may be provided in the same manner as the special symbol hit determination table. For example, the set value "6" may be easier to hit in the normal symbol hit determination than the set value "1".

(About the special design decision table)
The special symbol determination table in FIG. 6(A) includes a case of "hit" as a result of the "special symbol hit determination process" performed based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 21, and a case of "hit". (1) A table for the first start port 21 and a game ball in the second start port 22, which is referred to when determining the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol display device 27a. As a result of performing "special symbol hit determination processing" based on the fact that the ball is entered, the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the second special symbol display device 27b in the case of "hit" and the case of "losing". (2) a table for the second starting port 22, which is referred to when determining the , and these are stored in the main ROM 102. Then, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol by referring to a table corresponding to the starting hole into which the game ball entered in the "special symbol determination process" (see FIG. 19), which will be described later.

Then, in the special symbol determination table of (1) in FIG. 6(A), when the result of the "special symbol win determination process" is "win", the main CPU 101 determines "special symbol A", " Any special pattern is determined from among "special pattern B" and "special pattern C". Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, obtain a random number for determining the special symbol, refer to the obtained random number for determining the special symbol, select any special symbol decide. For example, if the obtained random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 9", "special symbol A" is determined, and if the random number for determining the acquired special symbol is "10 to 64", "special symbol B" is determined. is determined, and if the acquired random number for special symbol determination is "65 to 99", "special symbol C" is determined. Then, when the special symbols are determined, the "number of rounds to be provided" and the "game state after winning" are determined uniquely. When "special symbol A" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of given rounds", and "probability variable game state" is given as the "game state after winning". Further, when "special symbol B" is determined, "5" rounds are given as the "number of given rounds", and "probability variable game state" is given as the "game state after winning". Further, when the "special symbol C" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of given rounds", and the "time saving game state" is given as the "game state after winning". On the other hand, if the result of the "special symbol win determination process" is "losing", the main CPU 101 determines a "special symbol D", and the "special symbol D" contains the "granted round number", Since the "game state after winning" is not defined, no winning game is provided.

In addition, in the special symbol determination table of (2) in FIG. 6A, when the result of the "special symbol win determination process" is "win", the main CPU 101 determines "special symbol E", " One of the special symbols is determined from the "special symbols F". A specific determination method is the same as (1) in FIG. Then, for example, if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 64", "special symbol E" is determined, and if the random number for determining the acquired special symbol is "65 to 99", "special symbol Determine F. When "special symbol E" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of given rounds", and "probability variable game state" is given as the "game state after winning". Further, when the "special symbol F" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of given rounds", and the "time saving game state" is given as the "game state after winning". On the other hand, if the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "losing", the main CPU 101 determines "special symbol G".

In this way, the ratio of "probability variation gaming state" is given, the first start port 21 is "65%", the second start port 22 is also "65%", so "probability variation gaming state" There is no difference in the rate of entry into the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22 . On the other hand, the “number of rounds given” is based on the number of balls entered into the first start hole 21 because “10” rounds are always given to the second start hole 22 and “5” rounds are never given. It can be said that giving a winning game based on the ball entering the second start hole 22 is more advantageous for the player than giving a game. In this embodiment, no set value is provided in the special symbol determination table, but a set value may be provided. For example, the determination ratio of the special symbols may differ between when the set value is "1" and when the set value is "6". In that case, the rate of entry into the "probability variable gaming state" is common to all set values, but the "number of rounds given" may be set differently for each set value. For example, the number of advantageous rounds may be more likely to be given when the set value is "6", or the number of more advantageous rounds may be more likely to be given when the set value is "1".

(Regarding normal design decision table)
The normal symbol determination table in FIG. 6B is stored in the main ROM 102, and as a result of performing the "normal symbol hit determination process" based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20, it is "hit". It is a table referred to when determining the normal symbol to be definitely displayed on the normal symbol display device 27e depending on whether there is one or when it is "losing". When the game state is the "normal game state" and the result of the "normal symbol winning determination process" is "win", the main CPU 101 determines that the "normal symbol In the determination process", the "normal symbol A" is determined, and if "losing", the "normal symbol B" is determined. In addition, the main CPU 101 determines whether the game state is the "time-saving game state" or the "probability variable game state". , In the "normal symbol determination process" performed in the "normal symbol related process", the "normal symbol C" is determined, and in the case of "losing", the "normal symbol D" is determined.

It should be noted that, in the normal symbol as well, the content to be provided is uniquely determined, as in the above-described special symbol. When "normal pattern A" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 opens "1" time at "0.9S", and when "normal pattern B" is determined, the second starting port 22 projecting member does not open. Further, when the "normal symbol C" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 is opened "3" times at "1.8S", and when the "normal symbol D" is determined, the second The projecting member of the starting port 22 does not open. Therefore, when the "time-saving gaming state" or the "variable probability gaming state" is "hit" than the "normal gaming state", the opening and closing mode of the protruding member of the second start port 22 is advantageous, it can be said that the game state is advantageous for the player.

Incidentally, in the present embodiment, no setting value is provided in the normal symbol determination table, but a setting value may be provided in the same manner as in the special symbol determination table. For example, for each setting value, the probability of being determined to be a hit in the "normal symbol hit determination process" may be changed. It may be, or vice versa. Moreover, the opening/closing mode of the second starting port 22 may be different for each set value. For example, in the case of the set value "6", it may be opened and closed in an opening and closing manner that is more advantageous than in the case of the set value "1", or vice versa.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing the details of the big hit special symbol. "Special design A" (first type jackpot 1), "special design C" (first type jackpot 3), "special design E" (first type jackpot 4), "special design F" (first type jackpot 5 ), the opening and closing door of the big winning port 24 is opened 29.5 seconds per round, and the entry of "10" game balls is detected, or before the entry of "10" balls is detected. After 29.5 seconds have passed, the opening/closing door of the big winning opening 24 is closed. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the next round is started, and this is performed for "10" rounds. It should be noted that after the end of the "10" round, the winning game ending (for example, 10S) is entered.

"Special pattern B" (first type jackpot 2) opens the opening and closing door of the big winning port 24 for 29.5 seconds per round, and detects the entry of "10" game balls, or "10" When 29.5S elapses before detecting the entry of the game ball of the ball, the open/close door of the big winning opening 24 is closed. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the next round is started, and this is repeated for "5" rounds. It should be noted that after the end of the "5" rounds, it shifts to the winning game ending (for example, 10S). Although not shown, there is no set value difference for the round opening/closing mode.

(About the special symbol variation pattern table)
The special symbol variation pattern table of FIG. 8 is stored in the main ROM 102 and is a table referred to when determining the variation time in the symbol variation game. When the game state is the "normal game state", the main CPU 101 selects "variation pattern 1" to "variation pattern 5" when the result of the "special symbol win determination process" is "loss". Determine one of the fluctuation patterns. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, obtain a random number for determining the variation pattern, and refer to the obtained random number for determining the variation pattern. , determine the variation pattern. Although not shown, when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, a reach determination random number is acquired, and the reach determination random number corresponds to the random number for executing reach. When doing so, determine one of the variation patterns from "variation pattern 2" to "variation pattern 5", and if the random number for reach determination does not correspond to the random number for executing reach, select "variation pattern 1" You may make it decide. On the other hand, when the game state is the "normal game state", the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the variation pattern when the result of the "special symbol win determination process" is "win". , "Variation Pattern 6" to "Variation Pattern 11".

Then, when the variation pattern is determined, the “details of presentation” and the “variation time” (seconds S) are uniquely determined. When "variation pattern 1" is determined, "regular variation" is determined as "description content", and "7S" is determined as "variation time". Here, "normal fluctuation" refers to fluctuation that does not reach reach. Further, when "variation pattern 2" is determined, "normal reach" is determined as the "description", and "15S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "normal reach" refers to a reach that does reach, but does not perform a special development effect (for example, a change effect of the middle decorative pattern image 26b after temporary stop display due to a failure). Since the selection rate at the time of "hit" is low and the selection rate at the time of "loss" is high, it is positioned as a reach with a low expectation of winning.

Further, when "variation pattern 3" is determined, "super reach" is determined as the "description", and "40S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "super reach" refers to a reach in which a development effect is performed during the execution of reach (normal reach), and a real image is displayed on the image display device 26 at the development destination, for example. Since the selection ratio is higher than "normal reach" and the selection ratio at the time of "loss" is lower than "normal reach", it is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation of winning than "normal reach".

Further, when "variation pattern 4" is determined, "pseudo run 2 normal reach" is determined as the "effect content", and "50 s" is determined as the "variation time". In addition, although "pseudo consecutive" will be described in detail later, "pseudo consecutive 2 normal reach" has a higher expectation of winning than only "normal reach", and a reach with a lower expectation of winning than "super reach" Positioned as Further, when "variation pattern 5" is determined, "pseudo-run 3 super reach" is determined as the "effect content", and "70S" is determined as the "variation time". "Pseudo-ream 3 super reach" is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation of winning than only "super reach". In addition, "variation pattern 6" to "variation pattern 9" are different from "variation pattern 2" to "variation pattern 5" only in "loss" or "hit", and the effect content and variation time are the same. , the description is omitted.

Further, when "variation pattern 10" is determined, "pseudo-run 4 super reach" is determined as the "effect content" and "90S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "pseudo run 4 super reach" is a variation pattern that is selected only in the case of "hit". Hit" is confirmed. Further, when "variation pattern 11" is determined, "full rotation reach" is determined as the "details of effect", and "120 seconds" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "full rotation reach" means that the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c are "111", "222", "333", "444", "555", This is a reach that scrolls with "666", "777", and "888" aligned, and finally displays "777" as a fixed display. It should be noted that "fluctuation pattern 11" may be selected only when "special symbol A" in FIG. 6 is determined. In this case, not only "hit" but also "probability variable game state" is given as a game state after winning, so that the player is made to play the game while wishing for "full rotation reach". It can lead to improvement of amusement interest.

In addition, the main CPU 101 determines whether the game state is the "time-saving game state" or the "probability variable game state", and as a result of the "special symbol hit determination process" being performed, if the result is "losing". , "Variation pattern 12" to "Variation pattern 15". When "variation pattern 12" is determined, "reduced variation" is determined as "description content", and "2S" is determined as "variation time". Here, the "shortening variation" refers to a variation that does not reach the reach and stops the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c at the same time, and the game state is "time saving game When it is "state" and when it is "probability variation gaming state", as a result of performing "special symbol hit determination processing", if it is "losing", this "shortening variation" is likely to be selected. Because it is, it is possible to efficiently digest the “time-saving gaming state” and “probability variable gaming state”.

Further, when "fluctuation pattern 13" is determined, "reach swaying" is determined as the "description", and "10S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, the "ready-to-win" means, for example, to temporarily stop and display the "7" symbol as the left decorative design image 26a and to incite whether or not to temporarily stop and display the "7" symbol as the right decorative design image 26c. It is a production that incites whether or not reach is formed. As a result of performing the "ready-to-win" pattern, for example, when the "8" pattern is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative pattern image 26c, the ready-to-win is not formed, and for example, the "7" pattern is temporarily displayed as the right decorative pattern image 26c. In the case of stop display, a reach is formed, and develops into a "variable short medium super reach" in "fluctuation pattern 15" and "fluctuation pattern 17" described later.

Further, when "variation pattern 14" is determined, "super reach in variable short time" is determined as the "content of effect", and "30S" is determined as the "variation time". Here, "variable short super reach" is a "time saving game state" and "probability variable game state" dedicated "super reach", different from "super reach" performed in "normal game state" ing.

Further, when the "variation pattern 15" is determined, the "description content" is determined as "stretching reach→variable short medium super reach", and the "variation time" is determined as "40S". "Variation pattern 16" and "Variation pattern 17" are different from "Variation pattern 14" and "Variation pattern 15" only in "Loss" or "Hit", and the content and variation time are the same. Description is omitted. It should be noted that the selection rate of "Reach Inflame → Variable Short Medium Super Reach" is higher than "Variable Short Medium Super Reach" at the time of "winning", and the selection ratio at the time of "Loss" is higher than "Variable Short Medium Super Reach". Because it is configured to be low, it is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation of winning than the “variable medium super reach”.

The special symbol variation patterns described above are not limited to those shown in FIG. 8, and may further include a plurality of special symbol variation patterns. For example, even in the normal game state, "shortening variation" (2S) may be provided. In addition, the special symbol variation pattern table referred to by the number of reserved balls of the symbol variation game of the first start port 21 may be changed, or the special symbol variation pattern table referred to by the number of reserved balls of the symbol variation game of the second start port 22 may be changed. The symbol variation pattern table may be changed. For example, in the case of "losing", if the number of held balls is "4", choose "normal fluctuation" of "variation pattern 1" rather than the case where the number of held balls is "1". You may make it easy and improve the operation of a game.

In addition, when a loss is determined in the "time-saving gaming state" or the "probability variable gaming state", as a result of starting the symbol variation game of the second start port 22, the number of held balls of the second start port 22 becomes "0". , for example, the 0:00 normal fluctuation (losing) consisting of 30S may be selected to secure the time for the game ball to enter the second start port 22 .

Also, the special symbol variation pattern table to be referred to may be changed depending on the set value. For example, a special symbol variation pattern that is easy to select for each set value may be provided, or a special symbol variation pattern that can be selected only by the set value may be provided. As a result, it is possible to guess (or comprehend) what the set value is from the effect contents of the executed special symbol variation pattern, which leads to an improvement in game interest.

Next, examples of various effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described below.

(Look-ahead effect)
The look-ahead effect is, at the timing when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, the pre-determination process is performed prior to the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol variation start time process, and the pre-determination process is performed. It is an effect that is executed based on the determination result of. If the look-ahead effect is not installed, for example, when the game ball enters the first start hole 21, in FIG. Since the special symbol hit determination process is performed in the time process, even if the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area", the determination information (random value) is moved to the "variable storage area". is not determined whether it hits or not. Therefore, even if you have acquired the judgment information (random value) of "hit", you will have a sense of anticipation of winning at the stage before the judgment information (random value) is transferred to the "variable storage area". It is not possible to execute a performance that enhances the performance. However, if a look-ahead effect is installed, for example, in FIG. , continuous effects can be executed over multiple variations (including variations transferred to the variation storage area) until the determination information (random value) is transferred to the "variation storage area". From the stage before the determination information (random value) is transferred to the "storage area", it becomes possible to raise the expectation of "hit".

A specific example of the look-ahead effect is a "suspended look-ahead effect". "Reserved look-ahead effect" mainly refers to the first starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting opening fourth reserved ball image display area 26j and the second starting opening first reserved ball image display area 26k to This is an effect using the held ball image displayed in the second starting port fourth held ball image display area 26n. For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", when the game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area" numerical value) is stored, pre-determination processing is performed. Then, when it is determined that the pending look-ahead effect is to be performed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, a look-ahead retained ball image different from the normal retained image is displayed in the first start opening fourth retained ball image display area 26j. do. As the look-ahead pending ball image, for example, it is possible to display multiple types and stages such as "white blinking", "blue", "green", "red", "gold", and "rainbow", and the preliminary determination process If the judgment result is "hit", one of "blinking white", "blue", "green", "red", "gold", and "rainbow" can be displayed, and the judgment result of the pre-judgment process is In the case of "losing", any one of "blinking white", "blue", "green", "red", and "gold" can be displayed. Then, only in the case of "hit", "rainbow" can be selected, and in the case of "hit", it is easy to select "red" or "gold", and in the case of "loss", "blinking white" ” and “Blue” are easy to select, and expectations for “Red” and “Gold” are increased. In addition, when the ball is entered, the image is "blinking white", but each time the "game with 1 variation" is performed, the image changes to a held ball image with a high probability of winning, such as "blue" or "green". It is also possible to display "gold" from the time of entering the ball.

Further, as a specific example of another effect of the look-ahead effect, there is a "zone effect". A “zone effect” is a effect mainly using the image display device 26 . For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", when the game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area" numerical value) is stored, pre-determination processing is performed. Then, when it is determined that the zone effect is to be performed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, for example, in the next symbol variation game, the image display device 26 displays "When all the special symbols are aligned, enter the ○○ zone!" And so on, after performing an effect to incite the rush, align the special symbols and rush into the "○○ zone", and the determination information (random value) stored in the above-mentioned "fourth storage area" ” until the change is moved to “○○ zone” effect. During execution of this "XX zone" presentation, the image display device 26 displays a telop such as "In the XX zone". The "zone effect" is more likely to be executed when it is determined to be "win" in the preliminary determination process, and is less likely to be executed when it is determined to be "losing". A great expectation can be given to the game being given.

Further, as a specific example of another effect of the look-ahead effect, there is a "chance continuous notice". The “chance eye continuous notice” is an effect using the left decorative design image 26a, the middle decorative design image 26b, and the right decorative design image 26c mainly displayed on the image display device 26. FIG. For example, when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", when the game ball enters the first start port 21, the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area" numerical value) is stored, pre-determination processing is performed. Then, when it is determined that the chance consecutive effect is performed based on the determination result of the preliminary determination process, for example, the symbol variation game corresponding to the determination information (random value) stored in the "first storage area" is executed. Confirmation display, symbol variation game confirmation display corresponding to the determination information (random value) stored in the "second storage area", and determination information (random value) stored in the "third storage area" The combination of the decorative pattern images of the same color is stopped in the confirmation display of the pattern variation game and the. For example, in the decorative pattern image, '333' and '777' are red, '111' and '555' are green, and '222' and '444' are red. , "666" and "888" are composed of blue, combinations of only red such as "337" and "773", combinations of only green such as "115" and "551", and combinations of "246" and "246". ” and “628”, which are blue-only combinations, are displayed for multiple variations, creating an effect that arouses expectations that a win will be awarded in the subsequent symbol variation game. In addition, in the case of "hit", it is easy to select the combination with only red, and in the case of "losing", it is easy to select the combination with only blue, and when the combination of red only is confirmed and displayed I am raising my expectations.

(Pseudo consecutive notice)
The pseudo-continuous notice is an effect using the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, the right decorative symbol image 26c, and the pseudo-continuous dedicated symbols that are mainly displayed on the image display device 26. In the "game", by repeating the temporary stop display of the decorative pattern, it is an effect that makes it appear as if the variation is being performed multiple times. For example, as shown in FIG. 8, the pseudo-run can be executed "2", "3", and "4" times, and the higher the number of times, the higher the expectation of "win". (In this embodiment, "four" times is a "hit" decision). As a specific effect content, for example, "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative design image 26a, "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative design image 26c, and "Pseudo" is displayed as the middle decorative design image 26b. "continued dedicated symbol (for example, ``NEXT'')" is temporarily stopped and displayed again, and all the decorative symbol images are again variably displayed (at this point, pseudo-continuous "2" times), again as the left decorative symbol image 26a. "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed, "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative design image 26c, and "pseudo continuous exclusive design (for example, "NEXT")" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the middle decorative design image 26b. Then, all the decorative pattern images are variably displayed again (at this point, the pseudo-run "3" times. Thereafter, the same applies to the pseudo-run "4" times). In the second temporary stop display, when "5" is temporarily stopped displayed as the left decorative design image 26a and "5" is temporarily stopped displayed as the right decorative design image 26c, the pseudo consecutive "2" times is obtained. ''-th temporary stop display, when "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative design image 26a and "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative design image 26c, it becomes a pseudo consecutive "3" times ( Henceforth, the same is true for the pseudo consecutive “4” times). In addition, after reaching the ready-to-win state, a so-called "pseudo-run after reach", in which a "pseudo-run dedicated symbol (for example, "NEXT")" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the middle decorative symbol image 26b, or, for example, the "first" time is displayed. At the start of the fluctuation after the temporary stop display of , a notice (symbol stop notice) that a "pseudo continuous dedicated symbol (for example, "NEXT")" will be temporarily stopped and displayed in the middle decorative symbol image 26b. It is also possible to execute an effect such that a pseudo-continuation of “3” or more is confirmed by .

(Regarding main ROM and main RAM areas)
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing areas of the main ROM 102 and the main RAM 103. As shown in FIG.

The main ROM 102 has a game program area for storing game programs (for example, FIGS. 11 to 26 described later) and a game data area for storing game data used by the game programs. , an empty area (16 bytes or more), a game performance program area for storing a game performance program related to game performance information (for example, FIGS. 23 to 26 described later), and a game performance area used by the game performance program and a game performance data area in which data is stored.

The main RAM 103 includes a game work area (area 1) used as a work by the game program, a game stack area (area 2) in which the game program saves data, an empty area (16 bytes or more), and a game performance area. It consists of a game performance work area (area 3) used as a work by the program, and a game performance stack area (area 4) in which the game performance program saves data.

The main CPU 101 calls the game performance program in the process based on the game program, executes the process based on the game performance program, and returns to the process based on the game program after finishing the process based on the game performance program.

Further, in executing the processing based on the game program, the main CPU 101 refers to the game data in the game data area, executes the processing based on the game program, and uses the game work area as a work. Also, it is possible to refer to and update the contents of the game work area and the game stack area.

Similarly, when executing processing based on the game performance program, the main CPU 101 refers to the game data in the game performance data area, executes processing based on the game performance program, and uses the game performance work area as a work area. Use as In addition, it is possible to refer to and update the contents of the work area for game performance and the stack area for game performance.

Further, when executing processing based on a game program, the main CPU 101 does not refer to the game performance data area, nor does it update the game performance work area or the game performance stack area. It is possible to refer to the game performance work area and the game performance stack area.

Similarly, when executing processing based on the game performance program, the game data area is not referred to, and the game work area and game stack area are not updated. It is possible to refer to the game stack area.

(Regarding the display mode of the indicator)
FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a display mode of the display 104. As shown in FIG.

First, the display 104 is a display for displaying "game performance information". This "game performance information" is information calculated by the formula "(the number of game balls paid out in the normal game state/the number of outs in the normal game state)×100" as described above.

Further, the game performance information is calculated for each interrupt (for example, every 4 ms) while the power is supplied to the pachinko game machine 1, and is calculated for each predetermined display timing (for example, every 5 seconds). ), it is possible to display the current section and the past three sections (the past three sections, 1 section before, 2 sections before, and 3 sections before). That is, display of current section→elapsed predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of past section (1)→elapsed of predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of past section (2)→elapsed predetermined time (5 seconds) elapsed)→display of past section (3)→elapsed predetermined time (elapsed 5 seconds)→display of current section.

Next, in FIG. 10, "intervals" are set according to the number of game balls that enter the out port 25 (out balls) without winning in any of the winning ports in the normal game state.

"Section A" is a section in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 stays until 299 out balls are detected after the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturer's factory and introduced into the game parlor (or after the main RAM 103 is initialized). . In this "section A", game performance information is not calculated. For example, this is based on the assumption that the administrator will check the operation (winning at the start gate and normal winning gate) from the time the amusement center is installed until the store opens. By excluding winnings and the like, it is possible to improve the accuracy of the game performance information when the player is playing the game.

"Section B" is a section to stay from the detection of the 300th out ball (section that switches from section A), and stays after switching to "section B" until 60000 out balls are detected. . In this "section B", game performance information is calculated.

"Section C" means that when 60,000 out balls are detected in "section B," the "section B" switches to "section C," and after switching to "section C," 60,000 out balls are detected. stay until In this "section C", game performance information is calculated.

"Section D" means that when 60,000 out balls are detected in "section C," the "section C" switches to "section D," and after switching to "section D," 60,000 out balls are detected. stay until In this "section D", game performance information is calculated (third calculation). Although illustration is omitted, "section E", "section F", "section G" . . .

Area 3 or area 4 of the main RAM 103 is provided with a section management area in which values corresponding to the current section are stored. For example, if the current section is "section A", "0" is stored in the section management area, and if the current section is "section B", "1" is stored in the section management area. there is The value corresponding to the current interval is updated when switching between intervals.

It should be noted that the detected number of out balls for switching the section is not limited to the above numerical value, and can be changed as appropriate.

Next, in FIG. 10, the “identification segment” corresponds to, for example, the leftmost segment and the second segment from the left on the display 104 . Also, the “ratio segment” corresponds to, for example, the rightmost segment and the second segment from the right on the display 104 .

Further, in the "identifying segment", "bL." indicating the current section, "b1." indicating the past section (1), "b2." indicating the past section (2), past section (3 ) are displayed by flashing or lighting. In each section (excluding section A), the light blinks until 0 to 5999 out balls are detected, and lights up from 6000 or more out balls.

In addition, in the "ratio segment", the information calculated by the above formula is displayed (rounded off the first decimal place of the calculation result, and the number after the rounding is displayed), for example, when the out number is 0 , is displayed as "00", and if the number after rounding is 100 or more, it is displayed as "99.".

Next, in FIG. 10, when the display mode for each section is "section A", as described above, since this is a section in which game performance information is not calculated, in the current section, "bL." is displayed blinking, and "--" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

Also, as described above, most of the "section A" is in the state when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturer's factory and introduced into the game parlor, so there is a past section (past calculation information). not exist. Therefore, in the past section (1), "b1." is displayed blinking in the identification segment, "--" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (2), " b2.” is blinking, and “--” (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (3), “b3.” is blinking in the identification segment and “--” is displayed in the ratio segment (horizontal bar) is displayed.

That is, in "section A", although the identification segment is switched for each section, the ratio segment is displayed as "--" (horizontal bar) in any case.

In the case of "section B", in the current section, "bL." In the past section (1), "b1." is displayed blinking in the identified segment, "--" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (2), "b2." is displayed in the identified segment. is displayed blinking, "--" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (3), "b3." ) is displayed.

If it is "section C", in the current section, "bL." In the past section (1), "b1." In the section (2), "b2." It is displayed blinking, and "--" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

If it is "section D", in the current section, "bL." In the past section (1), "b1." In the section (2) of , "b2." In section (3), "b3." is flashed in the identification segment, and "--" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

By displaying the current section, the past section (1), the past section (2), the past section (3), and the game performance information on the display 104 in this way, a person such as an external inspection agency can It is possible to easily confirm whether or not a proper game machine is provided when performing an inspection.

(Regarding control processing performed by the main CPU 101)
Control processing performed by the main CPU 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 11 to 26. FIG.

(Regarding main processing on the main control board)
FIG. 11 is a flow chart showing the main processing performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG. This processing is started by the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered on and voltage is supplied from the power supply board 400 to each control board.

(Step S1)
In step S1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in a power outage (power outage state). As a result, if the power is interrupted (power outage state), the process of step S1 is repeatedly executed, and if the power is not interrupted (power outage state), the process proceeds to step S2. It should be noted that during a power outage (power outage state), the process can be executed using a backup power supply (not shown).

(Step S2)
In step S2, the main CPU 101 prohibits interrupts. As a result, the main CPU 101 executes only the processing of FIG. 11 until the interrupt is permitted in S18, which will be described later. Then, when the interrupt is prohibited, the process proceeds to step S3.

(Step S3)
In step S3, the main CPU 101 determines whether the RAM clear switch 105 is ON (depressed). That is, it is determined whether the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (the power switch 400a is turned on) while the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed. As a result, when the RAM clear switch 105 is ON, the process proceeds to step S4, and when the RAM clear switch 105 is not ON, the process proceeds to step S9.

(Step S4)
In step S4, the main CPU 101 determines whether the setting change key is at the setting change position. For example, when it is detected that the setting change key is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and that the setting change key is rotated by 90 degrees, it is determined that the setting change key is at the setting change position. If not, it is determined that the setting change key is not at the setting change position. As a result, if the setting change key is in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S5, and if the setting change key is not in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S7.

(Step S5)
In step S5, the main CPU 101 performs set value change processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 12 . Then, when the set value changing process is completed, the process proceeds to step S6.

(Step S6)
In step S6, the main CPU 101 transmits a power-on command. The power-on command is a command indicating that the power has been turned on. When the effect control board 200 receives the command, for example, the image display device 26 displays "powering on", and the speaker 10 outputs " Power is being turned on." is output. Then, when the power-on command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S7)
In step S7, the main CPU 101 initializes areas 1 and 2 of the main RAM 103 (excluding the set value storage area) when the RAM clear switch 105 is ON and the power switch 400a is ON. As a result, for example, if the game is in the time-saving game state when the amusement arcade closes, it can be started from the normal game state when the amusement arcade opens the next day. After initializing the areas 1 and 2 of the main RAM 103 (excluding the setting value storage area), the process proceeds to step S8.

(Step S8)
In step S8, the main CPU 101 transmits a power-on command. Then, when the power-on command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S9)
In step S9, the main CPU 101 determines whether the setting change key is at the setting change position. As a result, when the setting change key is in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S10, and when the setting change key is not in the setting change position, the process proceeds to step S11.

(Step S10)
In step S10, the main CPU 101 performs set value confirmation processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 13 . Then, when the set value confirmation process is completed, the process proceeds to step S11.

(Step S11)
In step S11, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not there is backed up data. For example, when the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned off, a backup process (not shown) is performed to hold data, store a checksum, and turn on a backup flag. If the backup flag is ON, it is determined that there is backed up data, and if the backup flag is not ON, it is determined that there is no backed up data. As a result, when there is backed up data, the process proceeds to step S12, and when there is no backed up data, it is determined that the power is turned on for the first time, and the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S12)
In step S<b>12 , the main CPU 101 calculates the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103 . After calculating the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S13.

(Step S13)
In step S13, the main CPU 101 determines whether the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103 is normal. For example, it is determined whether the checksum value stored in the backup process (not shown) matches the checksum value calculated in step S12. If they match, the checksum is determined to be normal. , the checksum is determined to be incorrect. As a result, when the checksum is normal, the process proceeds to step S15, and when the checksum is not normal, the process proceeds to step S14.

(Step S14)
In step S14, the main CPU 101 performs game stop processing (error setting). Specifically, an error command for performing error notification using the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, the image display device 26, etc. is transmitted to the effect control board 200, or the setting value change processing of FIG. 12 is not performed. For as long as possible, a process is performed that makes it impossible to cancel the error. Then, the process remains as long as the setting value change process of FIG. 12 is not performed.

(Step S15)
In step S15, the main CPU 101 performs return processing. That is, the state before the power failure state is restored normally. When the state before the power failure state is restored normally, the process proceeds to step S16.

(Step S16)
In step S16, the main CPU 101 transmits a power restoration command. The power restoration command is a command indicating that the power has been restored, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, for example, the image display device 26 displays “power restoration in progress”, and the speaker 10 outputs “ Power is being restored." is output. Then, when the power restoration command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S17.

(Step S17)
In step S17, the main CPU 101 sets CTC. That is, the CTC (counter timer circuit), which has the function of creating a pulse output with a constant period and the function of time measurement, etc., is set so that the main control board timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, is periodically performed every 4 ms. , set the time constant register of the CTC. After setting the CTC, the process proceeds to step S18.

(Step S18)
At step S18, the main CPU 101 permits an interrupt. Then, when the interrupt is permitted, it waits, and after that, main control board timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, is performed every 4 ms.

(Regarding setting value change processing)
FIG. 12 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S5 of the main control board main process) showing the setting value change process performed in the main control board 100. FIG. Note that the state in which the processing in FIG. 12 is being performed corresponds to the above-described "setting change state".

(Step S5-1)
In step S5-1, the main CPU 101 initializes the area of the main RAM 103 (excluding the set value storage area). Then, after initializing the areas of the main RAM 103 (excluding the set value storage area), the process proceeds to step S5-2.

(Step S5-2)
In step S5-2, the main CPU 101 transmits a set value changing command. The setting value changing command is a command indicating that the setting value changing process is being performed, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, for example, the image display device 26 displays "Setting changing". is performed, and a voice saying "The setting is being changed" is output from the speaker 10. - 特許庁Then, when the set value changing command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S5-3.

(Step S5-3)
At step S5-3, the main CPU 101 reads out the current set value and displays it on the display 104. FIG. For example, if the set value stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103 is "1", the display 104 displays "1". Then, when the current set value is read out and displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S5-4.

(Step S5-4)
At step S5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a set value change operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON. If the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the process proceeds to step S5-5, and if the RAM clear switch 105 is not turned ON, the process proceeds to step S5-7.

(Step S5-5)
At step S5-5, the main CPU 101 performs processing for changing the setting value. For example, when the set value is "1" and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the set value is changed to "2", and when the set value is "2" and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, If the set value is changed to "3" and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON when the set value is "3", the set value is changed to "4" and when the set value is "4", the RAM When the clear switch 105 is turned on, the set value is changed to "5", and when the set value is "5", when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on, the set value is changed to "6", and the set value is changed to "5". 6", if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the set value is changed to "1". After changing the set value, the process proceeds to step S5-6.

(Step S5-6)
In step S5-6, the main CPU 101 displays the changed set value on the display 104 (for example, the rightmost segment). For example, if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON when the set value "1" is displayed, the set value "2" is displayed, and when the set value "2" is displayed, the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on, the set value "3" is displayed, and when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on while the set value "3" is being displayed, the set value "4" is displayed and the set value "4" is displayed. is displayed, if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the set value "5" is displayed; if the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON while the set value "5" is displayed, When "6" is displayed and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON while the set value "6" is being displayed, the set value "1" is displayed. Then, when the changed set value is displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S5-7.

(Step S5-7)
At step S5-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a set value confirmation operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the setting change key is at a position (vertical direction) rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise from a position (horizontal direction) rotated clockwise 90 degrees. Then, if the setting value confirmation operation is performed, the process proceeds to step S5-8, and if the setting value confirmation operation is not performed, the process proceeds to step S5-4.

(Step S5-8)
In step S5-8, the main CPU 101 stores the set value in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. That is, when a desired set value is displayed on the display 104 and the setting change key is turned counterclockwise by 90 degrees (vertical direction), the set value of the pachinko game machine 1 is determined. become. As a result, subsequent games are played based on the stored set values. After the set value is stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S5-9.

(Step S5-9)
At step S5-9, the main CPU 101 makes the display 104 non-display. That is, the set value displayed on the display 104 in step S5-6 is hidden. Then, when the display 104 is turned off, the process proceeds to step S5-10.

(Step S5-10)
At step S5-10, the main CPU 101 transmits a set value information command. The setting value information command is a command indicating information about the setting value. When the effect control board 200 receives the command, the effect control board 200 stores the information about the setting value in the sub-RAM 203, and executes a setting value suggesting effect described later. Then, the setting value information stored in the sub-RAM 203 is referred to. In addition, when receiving the command, the effect control board 200 terminates the above-described notification of "the setting is being changed". Then, when the set value information command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S6 of the main control board main process.

(Regarding setting value confirmation processing)
FIG. 13 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S10 of the main control board main process) showing the set value confirmation process performed in the main control board 100. FIG. Note that the state in which the processing of FIG. 13 is being performed corresponds to the above-described "setting confirmation state".

(Step S10-1)
In step S10-1, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value checking command. The setting value checking command is a command indicating that the setting value checking process is being performed, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, for example, the image display device 26 displays "setting checking". , and the speaker 10 is caused to output a voice saying "setting confirmation is in progress". Then, when the set value checking command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S10-2.

(Step S10-2)
At step S10-2, the main CPU 101 reads out the current set value and displays it on the display 104. FIG. For example, if the set value stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103 is "1", the display 104 displays "1". Then, when the current set value is read out and displayed on the display 104, the process proceeds to step S10-3.

(Step S10-3)
In step S10-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether an end operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the setting change key is at a position (vertical direction) rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise from a position (horizontal direction) rotated clockwise 90 degrees. Then, if the end operation is performed, the process proceeds to step S10-4, and if the end operation is not performed, the process is looped until the end operation is performed.

(Step S10-4)
At step S10-4, the main CPU 101 makes the display 104 non-display. That is, the set value displayed on the display 104 in step S10-2 is hidden. When the display 104 is turned off, the process proceeds to step S10-5.

(Step S10-5)
In step S10-5, the main CPU 101 transmits a setting value confirmation end command. The setting value confirmation end command is a command indicating that the setting value confirmation process has ended, and the effect control board 200 terminates the above-described notification such as "setting is being confirmed" when receiving the command. Then, when the setting value confirmation end command is transmitted, the process proceeds to step S11 of the main control board main process.

(Regarding main control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 14 is a flow chart showing the main control board timer interrupt processing performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG. This processing is executed by interrupting the above-described main control board main processing periodically (for example, every 4 ms).

(Step S101)
In step S101, the main CPU 101 saves information stored in the register. After saving the information stored in the register, the process proceeds to step S102.

(Step S102)
In step S102, the main CPU 101 performs time management processing for updating the timer used in the game (for example, opening time of the big winning opening 24, etc.). After updating the timer used in the game, the process proceeds to step S103.

(Step S103)
In step S103, the main CPU 101 updates the initial value random numbers such as the random numbers for winning determination, the random numbers for determining special symbols, and the random numbers for determining variation patterns. When various random number updating processes are completed, the process proceeds to step S104.

(Step S104)
At step S104, the main CPU 101 detects an input from each switch shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 15 . Then, when an input from each SW is detected, the process proceeds to step S105.

(Step S105)
In step S105, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to special symbols. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 18 . Then, when the process related to the special symbol ends, the process proceeds to step S106.

(Step S106)
In step S106, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to normal symbols. For example, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, the "normal symbol hit determination process" is performed, and the normal symbol determination and normal symbol fluctuation time are determined. Then, when the process relating to the normal symbol ends, the process proceeds to step S107.

(Step S107)
In step S107, the main CPU 101 performs processing related to the payout of game balls. For example, in the input SW detection process of step S104, when the entry of a game ball is detected, a payout command signal is sent to the payout control board 300 to pay out the corresponding prize ball. A payout command signal is set in the command transmission area of , and a payout completion signal is received from the payout control board 300 . Then, when the process related to the payout of game balls is completed, the process proceeds to step S108.

(Step S108)
In step S<b>108 , the main CPU 101 performs processing of transmitting various commands to the effect control board 200 . For example, in the process, the main CPU 101 checks whether a command is set in the command transmission area, and if the command is set, sends the set command to the effect control board 200 or the payout control board 300. send to. When the command transmission process ends, the process proceeds to step S109.

(Step S109)
In step S109, the main CPU 101 controls the display of special symbols (variation display and determination) in the first special symbol display 27a when the symbol variation game is based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21. display), and in the case of a symbol variation game based on the entry of a game ball into the second starting port 22, the second special symbol display 27b controls the display of special symbols (variation display and final display). conduct. Also, based on the fact that the game ball has entered each starting port and the symbol variation game in each starting port has ended, the first special symbol reservation display 27c and the second special symbol reservation display 27d is also displayed. Then, when the display control of the special symbols is completed, the process proceeds to step S110.

(Step S110)
In step S110, the main CPU 101 performs normal symbol display control (variable display and fixed display) on the normal symbol display 27e. Further, based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 and the fact that the normal symbol variation game has ended, the display control of the normal symbol reservation display 27f is also performed. Then, when the display control of the normal symbols is completed, the process proceeds to step S111.

(Step S111)
In step S111, the main CPU 101 performs abnormality confirmation processing. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 22 . After completing the abnormality confirmation process, the process proceeds to step S112.

(Step S112)
In step S112, the main CPU 101 performs game performance information management processing. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 23 and the like. When the game performance information management process ends, the process proceeds to step S113.

(Step S113)
In step S113, the main CPU 101 restores the information saved in step S101 to the register. Then, when the saved information is returned to the register, the main control board timer interrupt processing is terminated.

(Regarding input switch detection processing)
FIG. 15 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S104 of the main control board timer interrupt process) showing the input switch detection process performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S104-1)
In step S104-1, the main CPU 101 performs a first start port detection process. Note that this process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 16 . Then, when the process at the time of detection of the first starting port ends, the process proceeds to step S104-2.

(Step S104-2)
In step S104-2, the main CPU 101 performs processing when detecting the second start port. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 17 . Then, when the process at the time of detection of the second starting opening is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-3.

(Step S104-3)
In step S104-3, the main CPU 101 causes the payout control board 300 to pay out "8" game balls as prize balls when the information that the game ball has been detected has been input from the normal winning hole detection SW 23a. Then, a process of setting a payout command signal in the command transmission area for payout is performed. Then, when the normal winning hole detection process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-4.

(Step S104-4)
In step S104-4, the main CPU 101 causes the payout control board 300 to pay out "12" game balls as prize balls when the information that the game ball has been detected has been input from the big winning hole detection SW 24a. Then, a process of setting a payout command signal in the command transmission area for payout is performed. Also, in order to notify that a game ball has entered the big winning hole 24 using the image display device 26 or the like, a big winning hole ball detection signal is set in the command transmission area. Notification using the image display device 26 or the like means that, for example, when more than 10 game balls per round are detected by the large winning opening detection SW 24a (also referred to as over winning), the image display device 26 notifies that fact. Notification by display or sound from the speaker 10 can be mentioned. Then, when the big winning opening detection process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-5.

(Step S104-5)
In step S104-5, the main CPU 101 receives the information that the passing of the game ball has been detected from the gate detection SW 20a, and if the number of suspensions of the normal symbol variation game is less than "4", the normal symbol variation game is executed. 1 is added to the number of reserves, a random number value used for the normal symbol hit determination process is obtained, and stored in the normal symbol variation game reserve storage area provided in the main RAM 103 . In addition, in order to perform an effect corresponding to the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20, a process of setting a gate passage command in the command transmission area is performed. Then, when the passage gate detection processing is completed, the processing proceeds to step S104-6.

(Step S104-6)
In step S104-6, the main CPU 101 performs processing when information indicating that a game ball has been detected is input from the out-hole detection SW 25a. For example, in order to transmit the out-port passage command to the effect control board 200, the out-port passage command is set in the command transmission area. Then, when the out-port detection processing is completed, the processing moves to step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Regarding processing when detecting the first starting port)
FIG. 16 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S104-1 of the input SW detection process) showing the first start opening detection process performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S104-1-1)
At step S104-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information indicating that the game ball has been detected has been input from the first starting opening detection SW 21a. Then, when the information that the game ball has been detected from the first starting hole detection SW21a is input, the processing is shifted to step S104-1-2, and the game ball entering is detected from the first starting hole detection SW21a. If the information has not been input, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input switch detection process.

(Step S104-1-2)
In step S104-1-2, the main CPU 101 transmits a payout command to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out three game balls as prize balls in response to the game balls entering the first starting port 21. Set the prize ball command in the area. Then, when the prize ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-1-3.

(Step S104-1-3)
In step S104-1-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether the "fourth storage area" is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of pending symbol variation games at the first start port 21 is "4". If the "fourth storage area" is stored, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input switch detection process, and if the "fourth storage area" is not stored, step S104-1- 4 is processed.

(Step S104-1-4)
At step S104-1-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a random value for hit determination. The random number value acquired in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). Then, when the hit determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-5.

It should be noted that the random number value for hit determination may be obtained before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been stored, the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-5)
At step S104-1-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a special symbol determination random number value. The random number value acquired in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). Then, when the special symbol determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-6.

It should be noted that the acquisition of the special symbol determination random number value may be performed before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been stored, the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-6)
At step S104-1-6, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random number value acquired in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-1-8) and special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). Then, when the random number value for determining the special symbol variation pattern is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-1-7.

It should be noted that the random number value for determining the special symbol variation pattern may be obtained before step S104-1-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" has been stored, the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-1-7)
In step S104-1-7, the main CPU 101 stores the hit determination random number value, the special symbol determination random number value, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random value value as determination information in an empty storage area. For example, if the "third storage area" is stored and the "fourth storage area" is empty, each random value is stored in the "fourth storage area". After each random value is stored in a free storage area, the process proceeds to step S104-1-8.

(Step S104-1-8)
At step S104-1-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. This winning judgment process is a process for judging whether or not the random number acquired in step S104-1-4 is a hit prior to the special symbol winning judgment process in the special symbol variation start time process (see FIG. 19). be. As a result, for example, if the hit determination random number value stored in the "fourth storage area" in step S104-1-7 is a hit, the notice effect ("prefetch effect" described later) is performed across a plurality of fluctuations. can be executed. When the winning determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-1-9.

(Step S104-1-9)
In step S104-1-9, the main CPU 101 sets the first starting opening winning command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the first starting opening winning command to the effect control board 200. FIG. In addition, the first start opening winning command also includes information on the determination result of the winning determination process in step S104-1-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command to determine the winning time. It is possible to recognize whether the judgment result of the process is a win or a loss. Then, when the first start opening winning command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input SW detection process.

(Regarding the process when detecting the second starting port)
FIG. 17 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S104-2 of the input SW detection process) showing the second start opening detection process performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S104-2-1)
In step S104-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information indicating that the game ball has been detected has been input from the second start opening detection SW 22a. Then, when the information that the game ball has been detected from the second start hole detection SW22a is input, the process proceeds to step S104-2-2, and the game ball entry is detected from the second start hole detection SW22a. If the information has not been input, the process proceeds to step S104-3 of the input switch detection process.

(Step S104-2-2)
In step S104-2-2, the main CPU 101 transmits a payout command to cause the payout control board 300 to pay out two game balls as prize balls in response to the game balls entering the second starting port 22. Set the prize ball command in the area. Then, when the prize ball command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-2-3.

(Step S104-2-3)
In step S104-2-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the "fourth storage area" is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of pending symbol variation games at the second starting port 22 is "4". Then, if the "fourth storage area" is stored, the process proceeds to step S104-3 of the input switch detection process, and if the "fourth storage area" is not stored, step S104-2- 4 is processed.

(Step S104-2-4)
At step S104-2-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a random value for hit determination. The random number value acquired in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-2-8) and special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). Then, when the hit determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-2-5.

It should be noted that the random number value for hit determination may be obtained before step S104-2-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-2-3 that it is stored in the "variation storage area", the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-2-5)
At step S104-2-5, the main CPU 101 obtains a special symbol determination random number value. The random number value acquired in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-2-8) and special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). Then, when the special symbol determination random number value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-2-6.

It should be noted that the acquisition of the special symbol determination random number value may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-2-3 that it is stored in the "variation storage area", the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-2-6)
At step S104-2-6, the main CPU 101 acquires a random number value for determining a special symbol variation pattern. The random number value acquired in the process is used in the later-described winning determination process (step S104-2-8) and special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). Then, when the random number value for determining the special symbol variation pattern is obtained, the process proceeds to step S104-2-7.

Incidentally, acquisition of the special symbol variation pattern determination random number value may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, if it is determined in step S104-2-3 that it is stored in the "variation storage area", the obtained random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-2-7)
In step S104-2-7, the main CPU 101 stores the hit determination random number, the special symbol determination random number, and the special symbol variation pattern determination random number as determination information in the variation storage area. After each random value is stored in the variable storage area, the process proceeds to step S104-2-8.

(Step S104-2-8)
At step S104-2-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. This winning judgment process is a process for judging whether or not the random number value obtained in step S104-2-4 is a hit prior to the special symbol hit judgment process in the special symbol variation start time process (see FIG. 19). be. As a result, for example, when the random number value for hit determination stored in the variable storage area in step S104-2-7 is a win, for example, by transmitting a second start opening winning command described later, the second start opening It is possible to execute hit notification when the ball is entered into 22. When the winning determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-2-9.

(Step S104-2-9)
In step S104-2-9, the main CPU 101 sets the second starting opening winning command in the command transmission area in order to transmit the second starting opening winning command to the effect control board 200. FIG. In addition, the second start opening winning command also includes information on the determination result of the winning determination process in step S104-2-8, and the effect control board 200 receives the command to determine the winning time. It is possible to recognize whether the judgment result of the process is a win or a loss. Then, when the second start opening winning command is set, the process proceeds to step S104-3 of the input SW detection process.

(Regarding special symbol related processing)
FIG. 18 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt process) showing the special symbol related processing performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S105-1)
In step S105-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 stores a flag indicating that the game is stopped. For example, when the main CPU 101 starts the variation of the special symbol, it sets a value "1" indicating that the special symbol status flag is being varied (step S105-2-13 in FIG. 19 to be described later). When stopping the variation of the symbols, the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is set in the special symbol state flag storage area (step S105-4-3 in FIG. 20 described later). After setting the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped, the value "2" indicating the winning game is set in the case of winning. Then, if the value "0" indicating that it is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2, and if the value "0" indicating that it is stopped is not set, the process proceeds to step S105-3. to migrate.

(Step S105-2)
In step S105-2, the main CPU 101 performs special symbol variation start processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 19 . Then, when the special symbol variation start time processing is completed, the processing is shifted to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Step S105-3)
In step S105-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 stores a flag indicating that the game is changing. Then, when the value "1" indicating that it is fluctuating is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4, and if the value "1" indicating that it is fluctuating is not set, the process proceeds to step S105-5. to migrate.

(Step S105-4)
In step S105-4, the main CPU 101 performs the special symbol changing process shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 20 . Then, when the special symbol fluctuation process is completed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5)
In step S105-5, when the main CPU 101 determines that the value "0" indicating that it is stopped is not set and that the value "1" that indicates that it is fluctuating is not set, the winning game is set, and the winning game process shown in FIG. 21 is performed. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 21 . Then, when the winning game process is completed, the special symbol-related process is completed, and the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding special symbol fluctuation start processing)
FIG. 19 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-2 of special symbol related processing) showing the special symbol variation start time processing performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S105-2-1)
In step S105-2-1, the main CPU 101 stores the "relevant variation storage area" to "fourth storage area" in the reserved storage area of the symbol variation game corresponding to the second start port 22 provided in the main RAM 103. It is determined whether it is in a state in which neither is pending. Then, if the number of reservations corresponding to the second starting port 22 is not "0", the process proceeds to step S105-2-2, and the number of reservations corresponding to the second starting port 22 is "0". If there is, the process proceeds to step S105-2-4.

(Step S105-2-2)
In step S105-2-2, the main CPU 101 subtracts "1" from the number of pending of the second starting port 22. FIG. As for the subtraction, as described in the above-mentioned "Regarding the second start port 22", after sliding the determination information (random value) of the "variable storage area" to the "fourth storage area", Emptying the storage area of "1" corresponds to this. Along with this, the display of the second special symbol reservation display 27d also changes to a display mode (from "blinking" to "lighting" or from "lighting" to "lighting out") according to the number of reservations. Then, when "1" is subtracted from the number of suspensions of the second starting port 22, the process proceeds to step S105-2-3.

(Step S105-2-3)
In step S105-2-3, the main CPU 101 sets the second starting opening subtraction command in the above-described command transmission area in order to display the held ball image or the like in the image display device 26 with subtraction. Then, when the second start opening subtraction command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-8.

(Step S105-2-4)
In step S105-2-4, the main CPU 101 reserves any of the "variable storage area" to the "fourth storage area" in the reserve storage area corresponding to the first start port 21 provided in the main RAM 103. It is determined whether the state is not set. Then, if the number of reservations corresponding to the first starting port 21 is not "0", the process proceeds to step S105-2-5, and the number of reservations corresponding to the first starting port 21 is "0". If there is, the process proceeds to step S105-2-6.

(Step S105-2-5)
In step S105-2-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts "1" from the number of reservations of the first starting port 21. FIG. Regarding the subtraction, as described in the above-mentioned "Regarding the first start port 21", after sliding the determination information (random value) of the "variable storage area" to "fourth storage area", Emptying the storage area of "1" corresponds to this. Along with this, the display of the first special symbol reservation display 27c also becomes a display mode (from "blinking" to "lighting" or from "lighting" to "lighting out") according to the number of reservations. Then, when "1" is subtracted from the number of reservations of the first starting port 21, the process proceeds to step S105-2-7.

(Step S105-2-6)
In step S105-2-6, the main CPU 101 determines that the player is not playing unless the symbol variation game is played for a predetermined period of time, and displays the model name and manufacturer name on the image display device 26. A demo command is set in the command transmission area in order to display the demo screen (demo effect). Then, when the demo command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-2-7)
In step S105-2-7, the main CPU 101 sets the first start opening subtraction command in the command transmission area in order to display the held ball image or the like in the image display device 26 with subtraction. Then, when the first start port subtraction command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-8.

(Step S105-2-8)
In step S105-2-8, the main CPU 101 uses the determination information (random value) acquired and stored in the second start opening detection process to perform the process by subtracting the second start opening hold, On the other hand, if the processing is performed by subtracting the first start opening hold, the determination information (random value) acquired and stored in the first start opening detection processing is used to determine whether the determination information (random value) is a hit. Determine whether it is information (random value). When the special symbol hit determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S105-2-9. It should be noted that the following steps S105-2-9 to S105-2-12 are processed based on the determination result (win or lose) of step S105-2-8.

In performing the special symbol hit determination process, after reading out the set values stored in the main RAM 103 in step S5-8 of FIG. 12, the special symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 5) corresponding to the read set values Alternatively, after storing the set values in the main RAM 103 in step S5-8 of FIG. 12, a special symbol hit determination table (FIG. 5 ) is stored in the main RAM 103, and in the special symbol hit determination processing, the special symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 5) stored in the main RAM 103 may be used to perform the special symbol hit determination processing. good.

(Step S105-2-9)
In step S105-2-9, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol to be confirmed and displayed as a determination result of the "special symbol winning determination process" on the first special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b. For example, if the special symbol hit determination process is performed by subtracting the second start opening reservation, and if it is determined to be a hit, the table for the second start opening 22 (2) in FIG. 6 and the random number for determining the special symbol is used to determine the special symbol, the first start port reservation is subtracted, and the special symbol hit determination process is performed. A special symbol is determined using the above random number for determining the special symbol. Also, when it is determined to be a loss, a special symbol for the loss is determined in the same way. Then, when the special symbol is determined, the process proceeds to step S105-2-10.

(Step S105-2-10)
At step S105-2-10, the main CPU 101 determines the special symbol variation pattern in the symbol variation game. For example, if it is determined to be a loss in the "normal game state", one of the variation patterns is determined from "variation pattern 1" to "variation pattern 5", and it is determined to be a hit in the "normal game state". In the case, one of the variation patterns is determined from "variation pattern 6" to "variation pattern 11", and if it is determined to be a loss in the "time-saving gaming state" or "probability variation gaming state", "variation pattern 12 ”-“Variation pattern 15”, and if it is determined to be hit in the “time-saving gaming state” or “probability variation gaming state”, “variation pattern 16”-“variation pattern 17” Determine one of the fluctuation patterns. Then, when the variation pattern of the special symbol is determined, the process proceeds to step S105-2-11.

(Step S105-2-11)
In step S105-2-11, the main CPU 101 sends the symbol designation command to the command transmission area described above in order to transmit the command indicating the special symbol determined in step S105-2-9 to the effect control board 200. set. For example, when "special symbol A" is determined in step S105-2-9, a symbol specifying command indicating "special symbol A" is transmitted. Then, when the design designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-12.

(Step S105-2-12)
At step S105-2-12, the main CPU 101 designates a special symbol variation pattern in the command transmission area in order to transmit a command indicating the special symbol variation pattern determined at step S105-2-10 to the effect control board 200. set command. For example, when "variation pattern 9" is determined in step S105-2-10, a special symbol variation pattern designation command indicating "variation pattern 9" is set and transmitted. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern designation command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-2-13.

(Step S105-2-13)
At step S105-2-13, the main CPU 101 sets the time management counter of the main RAM 103 to a variation time (see FIG. 8) corresponding to the special symbol variation pattern determined at step S105-2-10. For example, when "fluctuation pattern 9" is determined, the fluctuation time "70 seconds" is set. After setting the variable time, the process proceeds to step S105-2-14.

(Step S105-2-14)
At step S105-2-14, the main CPU 101 sets a value “1” indicating that the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 is in a state of fluctuation. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is changing. Also, in this process, subtraction of the variable time set in step S105-2-13 is started. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value "1" indicating that it is fluctuating is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

In the description of FIG. 19 above, if there is the determination information of the second start port 22 in step S105-2-1, the special symbol hit determination process is executed with priority over the first start port 21. The special symbol hit determination process may be executed in the order in which the ball is entered into the first starting hole 21 and the second starting hole 22.例文帳に追加

(Regarding processing during special symbol fluctuation)
FIG. 20 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-4 of the special symbol related process) showing the special symbol changing process performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S105-4-1)
In step S105-4-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the set variable time has elapsed in the time management counter of the main RAM 103. FIG. For example, when "fluctuation pattern 9" is determined and "70S" is set, it is determined whether "70S" has passed. In addition, for the convenience of transmitting a symbol stop command, which will be described later, to the effect control board 200, the timing for determining that the timer has elapsed may be brought forward. For example, if it is "fluctuation pattern 9", the timer may determine that the timer has elapsed when "69 S" has elapsed. In this way, the timing at which the special symbols are confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol display device 27a and the second special symbol display device 27b and the timing at which the decorative symbols are confirmed and displayed on the image display device 26 are significantly different. can be prevented. Then, when the special symbol variation time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-4-2, and when the special symbol variation time has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to migrate.

(Step S105-4-2)
In step S105-4-2, the main CPU 101 transmits a symbol stop command for stopping the decorative symbols being variably displayed on the image display device 26 to the effect control board 200. Set stop command. Then, when the symbol stop command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-3.

(Step S105-4-3)
In step S105-4-3, the main CPU 101 sets a value "0" indicating that the game is stopped in the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. Thereby, it can be recognized that the special symbol is stopped. Then, when the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process proceeds to step S105-4-4.

(Step S105-4-4)
In step S105-4-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether a value is set in the time-saving number counter provided in the main RAM 103 or not. A value is set in this time-saving number counter in a jackpot 1-game process or a jackpot 2-game process, which will be described later. Then, if the value is set in the time saving number counter, the process moves to step S105-4-5, and if the value is not set in the time saving number counter, the process moves to step S105-4-9 do.

(Step S105-4-5)
In step S105-4-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts the value of the time saving number counter (subtracts "1"). Then, when the value of the time saving number counter is subtracted ("1" subtraction), the process proceeds to step S105-4-6.

(Step S105-4-6)
In step S105-4-6, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the time saving number counter after subtraction is "0". Then, if the value of the time saving number counter after subtraction is "0", the process proceeds to step S105-4-7, and if the value of the time saving number counter after subtraction is not "0", step S105 - Transfer the process to 4-9.

(Step S105-4-7)
At step S105-4-7, the main CPU 101 changes the game state to the normal game state. For example, in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, "0" is stored in the normal game state, and "1" is stored in the time-saving game state. Therefore, in this process, the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 is set to "0". Then, when the game state is changed to the normal game state, the process proceeds to step S105-4-8.

(Step S105-4-8)
In step S105-4-8, the main CPU 101 sets the game state command (normal) in the command transmission area in order to transmit the game state command indicating the normal game state to the effect control board 200. FIG. When the game state command indicating the normal game state is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-9.

(Step S105-4-9)
At step S105-4-9, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the determination result of the "special symbol win determination process" at step S105-2-8 of FIG. 19 is "win". If the determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit", the process proceeds to step S105-4-10, and if the determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is not "hit", The process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-4-10)
At step S105-4-10, the main CPU 101 sets a value “2” indicating a winning game in a special symbol state flag storage area provided in the main RAM 103. FIG. As a result, it can be recognized that the special symbol is stopped and that it is a winning game. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value "2" indicating the winning game is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-11.

(Step S105-4-11)
At step S105-4-11, the main CPU 101 shifts to an opening for notifying that a winning game has started. For example, in the winning game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103, the state of the winning game is stored. "1" is set, "2" is set if it is an interval between rounds, and "3" is set if it is an ending. Then, when "0" indicating opening is set in the winning game state storage area, the process proceeds to step S105-4-12.

(Step S105-4-12)
In step S105-4-12, the main CPU 101 sets the above command transmission area in order to transmit an opening command for executing an effect corresponding to the opening of the winning game to the effect control board 200. FIG. When the opening command is set, the process proceeds to step S105-4-13.

(Step S105-4-13)
At step S105-4-13, the main CPU 101 sets the time corresponding to the opening of the winning game (for example, “10 seconds”) in the counter of the main RAM 103. FIG. Then, when the time corresponding to the opening is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding winning game processing)
FIG. 21 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-5 of special symbol-related processing) showing the winning game processing performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S105-5-1)
In step S105-5-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the opening is in progress. That is, it is determined whether or not "0" indicating opening is set in the winning game state storage area of the main RAM 103 . Incidentally, when the big winning opening is opened in step S105-5-3 which will be described later, the value of the winning game state storage area changes from "0" to "1". If it is during the opening, the process proceeds to step S105-5-2, and if it is not during the opening, the process proceeds to step S105-5-4.

(Step S105-5-2)
At step S105-5-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether the time corresponding to the opening set at step S105-4-13 of FIG. 20 (for example, "10S") has elapsed. Then, if the time corresponding to the opening has elapsed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-3, and if the time corresponding to the opening has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to migrate.

(Step S105-5-3)
In step S105-5-3, the main CPU 101 opens the big winning opening 24 by driving the big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b. Also, in the time management counter of the main RAM 103, the open time of 29.5 seconds is set. As a result, the first round of the winning game is started. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". Then, when the big winning opening 24 is opened, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-4)
At step S105-5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the big winning opening is open. It is determined whether or not "1" indicating that the big winning opening is open is set in the winning game state storage area of the main RAM 103.例文帳に追加Then, when the big winning opening is being opened, the process proceeds to step S105-5-5, and when the big winning opening is not being opened, the process proceeds to step S105-5-7.

(Step S105-5-5)
In step S105-5-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether 29.5 seconds have passed while the big winning hole 24 remains open without 10 balls being detected by the big winning hole detection SW 24a, or the main CPU 101 detects the big winning hole. It is determined whether or not 10 balls have been detected by the SW 24a, or whether any condition for closing the big winning opening has been established. Then, if the condition for closing the big winning opening is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S105-5-6, and if the closing condition for the big winning opening is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to migrate.

(Step S105-5-6)
In step S105-5-6, the main CPU 101 shifts to an inter-round interval that constitutes a period from when the big winning port 24 is closed to when it is next opened. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "1" to "2". When the inter-round interval is entered, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-7)
In step S105-5-7, the main CPU 101 determines whether the interval between rounds is in progress. That is, it is determined whether or not "2" indicating the inter-round interval is set in the win game state storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. If it is during the interval between rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-8, and if it is not during the interval between rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-13.

(Step S105-5-8)
In step S105-5-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether it is time to end the final round. For example, in step S105-5-11, which will be described later, as a result of updating (incrementing or decrementing) the number of rounds, if the number of remaining rounds is "0", it is determined that the last round has ended. If it is the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S105-5-9, and if it is not the end of the final round, the process proceeds to step S105-5-11.

(Step S105-5-9)
In step S105-5-9, the main CPU 101 shifts to an ending informing that the winning game has ended. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "2" to "3". Also, the time corresponding to the ending of the winning game (for example, “10S”) is set in the time management counter of the main RAM 103 . Then, when the process is shifted to the ending, the process shifts to step S105-5-10.

(Step S105-5-10)
In step S105-5-10, the main CPU 101 sets the ending command in the command transmission area described above in order to transmit the ending command for executing the effect corresponding to the ending of the winning game to the effect control board 200. do. When the ending command is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-11)
At step S105-5-11, the main CPU 101 updates the value of the round number counter in the main RAM 103. FIG. The update method may be increment or decrement. For example, when "10" rounds are awarded, the round number counter in the main RAM 103 may be set to "10" and decremented by 1 each time one round is completed. Instead of setting the number counter to "10", it may be incremented by one each time one round is completed. After updating the number of rounds, the process proceeds to step S105-5-12.

(Step S105-5-12)
At step S105-5-12, the main CPU 101 opens the big winning opening 24 by driving the big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 24b. Also, in the time management counter of the main RAM 103, the open time of 29.5 seconds is set. As a result, the second and subsequent rounds of the winning game are started. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". Then, when the big winning opening 24 is opened, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-13)
At step S105-5-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether the time corresponding to the ending set at step S105-5-9 (for example, "10S") has elapsed. Then, if the time corresponding to the ending has passed, the process proceeds to step S105-5-14, and if the time corresponding to the ending has not passed, step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. to process.

(Step S105-5-14)
In step S105-5-14, the main CPU 101 determines whether the special symbol is one of "special symbol A", "special symbol B" and "special symbol E". That is, it is determined whether the symbol determined in the special symbol determination process is one of "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol E". Then, if the special symbol is one of "special symbol A", "special symbol B", and "special symbol E", the process proceeds to step S105-5-15, and the special symbol is "special symbol A". , "special symbol B" and "special symbol E", the process proceeds to step S105-5-18.

(Step S105-5-15)
At step S105-5-15, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the variable probability gaming state. Therefore, in this process, "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. When "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-16. It should be noted that, in the present embodiment, the number of times is set to an infinite probability variation gaming state until the next winning game is given, but it may be set to a finite probability variation gaming state. For example, "10000" times may be set as the upper limit of the variable probability gaming state.

(Step S105-5-16)
In step S105-5-16, the main CPU 101 transmits the game state command (variable probability) to the effect control board 200 to transmit the game state command (variable probability) indicating the variable probability game state. Set to area. Then, when the game state command indicating the variable probability game state is set, the process proceeds to step S105-5-17.

(Step S105-5-17)
At step S105-5-17, the main CPU 101 sets the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 to a value "0" indicating that the game is stopped. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-18)
In step S105-5-18, the main CPU 101 sets the game state to the time-saving game state. Therefore, in this process, "1" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. FIG. When "1" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-19.

(Step S105-5-19)
In step S105-5-19, the main CPU 101 sets the time saving frequency counter provided in the main RAM 103 to "100". As a result, the time saving game state of "100" times starts from the next variation. When "100" is set in the time-saving number counter provided in the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S105-5-20.

(Step S105-5-20)
In step S105-5-20, the main CPU 101 sets the above-described command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command (time saving) indicating the time saving game state to the effect control board 200. FIG. Then, when the game state command (time saving) indicating the time saving game state is set, the process proceeds to step S105-5-21.

(Step S105-5-21)
At step S105-5-21, the main CPU 101 sets the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103 to a value "0" indicating that the game is stopped. Then, in the special symbol state flag storage area, when the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is set, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Regarding abnormality confirmation processing)
FIG. 22 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S111 of the main control board timer interrupt process) showing the abnormality confirmation process performed in the main control board 100. FIG.

(Step S111-1)
In step S111-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether an input has been made by the magnetic sensor 32 or not. If an input is made from the magnetic sensor 32, the process proceeds to step S111-2, and if no input is made from the magnetic sensor 32, the process proceeds to step S111-4.

(Step S111-2)
In step S111-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether the detected (amount) of magnetism input by the magnetic sensor 32 exceeds a specified value. If the detected (amount) of magnetism exceeds the specified value, the process proceeds to step S111-3, and if the detected (amount) of magnetism does not exceed the specified value, the process proceeds to step S111-4. to migrate.

(Step S111-3)
In step S111-3, the main CPU 101 transmits the above-described magnetic sensor error (severe) command in order to transmit the magnetic sensor error (severe) command for notifying the magnetic sensor error to the effect control board 200. Set to area. When the magnetic sensor error (severe) command is set, the process proceeds to step S111-4.

(Step S111-4)
In step S111-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the radio wave sensor 33 has made an input. Then, if an input is made from the radio wave sensor 33, the process proceeds to step S111-5, and if no input is made from the radio wave sensor 33, the process proceeds to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

(Step S111-5)
In step S111-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether the detection (amount) of radio waves input by the radio wave sensor 33 exceeds a specified value. Then, if the detection (amount) of radio waves exceeds the specified value, the process proceeds to step S111-6, and if the detection (amount) of radio waves does not exceed the specified value, the main control board timer interrupt The process proceeds to step S112 of the process.

(Step S111-6)
In step S111-6, the main CPU 101 transmits the above-described radio wave sensor error (severe) command in order to transmit the radio wave sensor error (severe) command for notifying the radio wave sensor error to the production control board 200. Set to area. Then, when the radio wave sensor error (severe) command is set, the process proceeds to step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

Incidentally, in the pachinko game machine 1, many errors occur. A large number of errors are broadly classified into severe errors and minor errors. Examples of serious errors include the above-mentioned magnetic sensor error and radio wave sensor error, and there are many others. In this case, the light emitting device 9 issues an error notification using a light emission pattern for a serious error, and the speaker 10 issues an error notification using a volume value (for example, maximum volume value) for a serious error. On the display device 26, an error notification is performed by displaying a serious error (for example, an error notification on a full screen, which will be described later). On the other hand, an example of a minor error is a plate full error, and there are many others. In this case, either or both of the speaker 10 and the image display device 26 are used to issue an error notification for minor errors (for example, "Please remove the ball").

(Regarding game performance information management processing)
FIG. 23 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process) showing the game performance information management process performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S112-1)
In step S112-1, the main CPU 101 performs input system processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 24 . When the input system processing ends, the processing moves to step S112-2.

(Step S112-2)
In step S112-2, the main CPU 101 performs calculation system processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 25 . When the calculation system processing ends, the processing moves to step S112-3.

(Step S112-3)
In step S112-3, the main CPU 101 performs display system processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 26 . Then, when the display system processing ends, the processing shifts to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

(Regarding input system processing)
FIG. 24 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S112-1 of the game performance information management process) showing the input system process performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S112-1-1)
At step S112-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the game state storage area is "0". That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 and determines whether or not "0" (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. As a result, when "0" (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area, the process proceeds to step S112-1-2, and "0" (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. If not set, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

In step S112-1-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the game state storage area is "0", but this determination process may be unnecessary. That is, the process of step S112-1-2 and below may be executed in other than the normal game state (hitting game, time-saving game state, variable probability game state).

(Step S112-1-2)
At step S112-1-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the outlet detection SW 25a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not information indicating that the out hole detection SW 25a has detected the entry of the game ball and that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the out hole detection SW 25a. As a result, when the information indicating that the game ball has been detected has been input from the out hole detection SW 25a, the process proceeds to step S112-1-3, and the game ball has entered from the out hole detection SW 25a. is not input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-12.

In step S112-1-2, it may be directly confirmed whether or not the information indicating that the game ball has been detected is input from the outlet detection SW 25a, or the step of the input SW detection process. In S104-6, when the entry of a game ball is detected by the out hole detection SW 25a, the ball entry flag is set to ON, and in the processing, when it is confirmed that the ball entry flag is ON, the out hole is detected. It may be determined that the detection SW 25a is ON.

(Step S112-1-3)
In step S112-1-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the current section is section A. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the section management area (area 3 or area 4) of the main RAM 103 and determines whether the current section is section A (value "0"). As a result, if the current section is section A, the process proceeds to step S112-1-4, and if the current section is not section A, the process proceeds to step S112-1-8.

(Step S112-1-4)
In step S112-1-4, the main CPU 101 updates the normal out counter. Here, the area 3 or area 4 of the main RAM 103 is provided with a normal out counter. The normal out counter is configured to (cumulatively) count up when the out detection SW 25a detects the entry of a game ball in the normal game state, and the normal out counter counts the number of outs in the normal game state. can be understood. That is, when it is determined that an out ball is detected in step S112-1-2, the normal out counter is updated in this process. When the normal out counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S112-1-5.

(Step S112-1-5)
In step S112-1-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the normal out counter is "300". That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal out counter and determines whether the value of the normal out counter is "300". As a result, when the value of the normal out counter is "300", the process proceeds to step S112-1-6, and when the value of the normal out counter is not "300", the game performance information management process. to step S112-2.

(Step S112-1-6)
In step S112-1-6, the main CPU 101 once resets the value of the out counter during normal operation (sets the value to "0"), and then increments the value of the out counter during normal operation by "1". That is, since the main CPU 101 changes to section B from step S112-1-7, which will be described later, after once resetting the normal out counter counted in section A, the "300" out ball is counted as 1 in section B. Count up as the second out ball. Then, the value of the out counter during normal operation is once reset (to "0"), and then the value of the out counter during normal operation is increased by "1", and the process proceeds to step S112-1-7.

In addition, in step S112-1-6, the value of the out counter during normal operation is once reset (to "0"), but the value may be continuously counted up without resetting. .

(Step S112-1-7)
In step S112-1-7, the main CPU 101 performs section change processing. That is, the main CPU 101 changes the current section from section A to section B by changing the value of the section management area from "0" to "1". When the current section is changed from section A to section B, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-8)
At step S112-1-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame open detection SW is ON. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-1-9, and if the frame open detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112. -The processing is shifted to 1-12.

(Step S112-1-9)
In step S112-1-9, the main CPU 101 updates the normal out counter. Since this process is the same as the above step S112-1-4, the description is omitted. After updating the normal out counter, the process proceeds to step S112-1-10.

(Step S112-1-10)
In step S112-1-10, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the normal out counter is the section change value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal out counter and determines whether the value of the normal out counter is "60000". As a result, when the value of the normal out counter is "60000", the process proceeds to step S112-1-11, and when the value of the normal out counter is not "60000", the game performance information management process. to step S112-2.

(Step S112-1-11)
In step S112-1-11, the main CPU 101 changes the interval and saves the final value of the game performance information in the interval before the change in the area 3 or 4 of the main RAM 103. FIG. For example, if the current section is section B, the value of the section management area is changed to "2" and changed to section C. The game performance information is stored in area 3 or area 4 of main RAM 103 . Thereby, for example, in the interval C, the final value of the interval B can be displayed in the past interval (1). Then, when the section is changed and the final value of the game performance information in the section before the change is saved in the area 3 or 4 of the main RAM 103, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-12)
At step S112-1-12, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the first starting port detection SW21a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not information indicating that the first starting opening detection SW 21a has detected the entry of the game ball and that the first starting opening detection SW 21a has detected the entry of the game ball has been input. As a result, when the information indicating that the game ball has been detected has been input from the first starting hole detection SW21a, the processing is shifted to step S112-1-13, and the game is started from the first starting hole detection SW21a. If the information indicating that the ball has been detected has not been input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-15.

In step S112-1-12, it may be directly confirmed whether or not the information indicating that the game ball has been detected is input from the first starting hole detection SW21a, or the input SW detection process. In step S104-1, when the entry of a game ball is detected from the first start hole detection SW 21a, the entry flag is turned ON, and in the processing, when it is confirmed that the entry flag is ON Alternatively, it may be determined that the first starting opening detection SW 21a is ON.

(Step S112-1-13)
At step S112-1-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame open detection SW is ON. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-1-14, and if the frame open detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112. -1-15 is processed.

(Step S112-1-14)
At step S112-1-14, the main CPU 101 updates the normal middle winning prize payout counter. Here, the area 3 or area 4 of the main RAM 103 is provided with a normal middle winning prize payout counter. The normal middle winning prize payout counter counts up (cumulatively) when the first starting hole detection SW 21a, the second starting hole detection SW 22a, and the normal winning hole detection SW 23a detect the entry of a game ball in the normal game state. The number of winning prizes to be paid out in the normal game state can be grasped by the normal middle winning prize payout counter. That is, when it is determined that a ball is detected in step S112-1-12, step S112-1-15 described later, and step S112-1-18 described later, the normal middle prize payout counter is updated (each prize ball updated for a few minutes). Therefore, in this process, the number of winning balls of the first starting port 21, which is "3", is counted up. Then, when the normal middle winning prize payout counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

In addition, in the normal game state, if the game ball does not enter the second start hole 22 (board structure) or if the hit determination process is not performed even if the ball enters, the winning payout in the normal game state The number should not include the second starting port 22 . On the other hand, if the game ball enters the second starting hole 22 in the normal game state (board configuration), the winning prize payout number in the normal game state may include the second starting hole 22 .

(Step S112-1-15)
At step S112-1-15, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the second start port detection SW 22a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not information indicating that the second starting hole detection SW 22a has detected the entry of the game ball and that the second starting hole detection SW 22a has detected the entry of the game ball has been input. As a result, when the information indicating that the game ball has been detected has been input from the second start hole detection SW22a, the process proceeds to step S112-1-16, and the game is started from the second start hole detection SW22a. If the information indicating that the ball entry has been detected has not been input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-18.

In step S112-1-15, it may be directly confirmed whether information indicating that the game ball has been detected is input from the second start hole detection SW 22a, or input SW detection processing may be performed. When the entry of a game ball is detected by the second start hole detection SW 22a in step S104-2 of step S104-2, the entry flag is set to ON, and it is confirmed in the process that the entry flag is ON. Alternatively, it may be determined that the second starting port detection SW 22a is ON.

(Step S112-1-16)
At step S112-1-16, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame open detection SW is ON. If the frame open detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-1-17, and if the frame open detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112. -The processing is shifted to 1-18.

(Step S112-1-17)
At step S112-1-17, the main CPU 101 updates the normal middle winning prize payout counter. Therefore, in this process, the number of winning balls of the second starting port 22, which is "2", is counted up. Then, when the normal middle winning prize payout counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-18)
At step S112-1-18, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal winning hole detection SW 23a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal winning hole detection SW 23a detects the entry of a game ball and information indicating that the normal winning hole detection SW 23a has detected the entry of a game ball is input. As a result, when the information indicating that the game ball has been detected has been input from the normal winning hole detection SW23a, the processing is shifted to step S112-1-19, and the game ball is detected from the normal winning hole detection SW23a. If the information indicating that the ball has been detected has not been input, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-19)
At step S112-1-19, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame open detection SW is ON. Then, if the frame open detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-1-20, and if the frame open detection SW is not ON (open state), the game performance The process proceeds to step S112-2 of the information management process.

(Step S112-1-20)
At step S112-1-20, the main CPU 101 updates the normal middle winning prize payout counter. Therefore, in this process, the number of winning balls in the normal winning hole 23, which is "8", is counted up. Then, when the normal middle winning prize payout counter is updated, the process proceeds to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

As described above, when an out ball is detected (YES in step S112-1-2), various winning openings (hereinafter, first starting opening 21, second starting opening 22, normal winning opening 23 are collectively referred to as various winning openings) ) is detected (YES in step S112-1-12, YES in step S112-1-15, YES in step S112-1-18), whether the frame open detection SW is ON (step S112-1-8, step S112-1-13, step S112-1-16, step S112-1-19). Then, in the case of "door open", the normal out counter and the normal middle prize payout counter are not updated (NO in step S112-1-8, NO in step S112-1-13, step S112-1 -16 is NO, step S112-1-19 is NO). As a result, for example, after the section B, in order to check the operation of the pachinko game machine 1, the manager opens the glass frame 4 and enters a ball into various winning holes. The winning prize payout number can be excluded, and more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the winning prize payout number and the number of outs occurring when a game is played) can be calculated.

Further, when an out ball is detected in section A, the normal out counter is updated without determining whether or not the frame open detection SW is ON. This is because, as described above, section A is a section in which game performance information is not calculated, and is a section in which operation checks, etc., are assumed by the administrator from the time the amusement center is installed until the amusement center opens. It is not necessary to determine whether or not "the door is open", so that the processing of section A can proceed smoothly.

(Regarding calculation system processing)
FIG. 25 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S112-2 of the game performance information management process) showing the calculation system process performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S112-2-1)
At step S112-2-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the game state storage area is "0". That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the game state storage area of the main RAM 103 and determines whether or not "0" (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. As a result, when "0" (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area, the process proceeds to step S112-2-2, and "0" (normal game state) is set in the game state storage area. If not set, the process proceeds to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process.

In step S112-2-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the game state storage area is "0", but this determination process may be unnecessary. That is, the process of step S112-2-2 and below may be executed in other than the normal game state (hitting game, time-saving game state, variable probability game state).

(Step S112-2-2)
In step S112-2-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the current section is section A. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the section management area (area 3 or area 4) of the main RAM 103 and determines whether the current section is section A (value "0"). As a result, if the current section is section A, the process proceeds to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process, and if the current section is not section A, the process proceeds to step S112-2-3. Transition. Although illustration is omitted, if the current section is section A, the display data (for section A) shown in FIG. do.

(Step S112-2-3)
At step S112-2-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame open detection SW is ON. Then, if the frame open detection SW is ON (closed state), the process proceeds to step S112-2-4, and if the frame open detection SW is not ON (open state), the game performance The process proceeds to step S112-3 of the information management process.

(Step S112-2-4)
At step S112-2-4, the main CPU 101 acquires the normal middle winning prize payout counter value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal winning prize payout counter of the main RAM 103 and acquires the current value of the normal winning prize payout counter (acquires and stores it in the register). Then, when the normal middle winning prize payout counter value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S112-2-5.

(Step S112-2-5)
In step S112-2-5, the main CPU 101 obtains the normal out counter value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the out-counter during normal operation of the main RAM 103 and acquires the current value of the out-counter during normal operation (obtains and stores it in a register). Then, when the normal out counter value is obtained, the process proceeds to step S112-2-6.

(Step S112-2-6)
In step S112-2-6, the main CPU 101 divides the obtained normal middle winning prize payout counter value and normal middle out counter value into "(the number of game balls paid out in the normal game state/the number of outs in the normal game state)×100. ] to calculate the game performance information. After calculating the game performance information, the process proceeds to step S112-2-7.

(Step S112-2-7)
At step S112-2-7, the main CPU 101 creates display data for the current section based on the gaming performance information calculated at step S112-2-6, and saves it in a register or area 3 or area 4. . After the display data for the current section is created and saved, the process proceeds to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process.

As described above, in the normal game state and not in the section A, since the game performance information is calculated based on the normal middle prize payout counter value and the normal middle out counter value, the game performance information is calculated in real time. It is possible to grasp the latest game performance information.

Further, it is determined whether or not the frame open detection SW is ON (step S112-2-3), and if it is "door open", game performance information is not calculated (step S112-2-3). NO). As a result, for example, after the section B, in order to check the operation of the pachinko game machine 1, the manager opens the glass frame 4 and enters a ball into various winning holes. The winning prize payout number can be excluded, and more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the winning prize payout number and the number of outs occurring when a game is played) can be calculated.

In addition, in the present embodiment, when it is determined that the door is open in the input process, the various counters (normal out counter, normal win prize payout counter) are not updated, and the calculation system process Game performance information is not calculated when it is determined to be open. However, the present invention is not limited to this aspect, and may be another aspect.

For example, when it is determined that the door is being opened, the calculation system processing may be executed without updating the various counters. In this case, since the various counters are not updated, the game performance information continues to be calculated based on the values of the various counters before the door is opened (while the door is closed). Even with this configuration, it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of wins and payouts and the number of outs occurring when a game is played).

(About display system processing)
FIG. 26 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S112-3 of the game performance information management process) showing the display system process performed in the main control board 100. As shown in FIG.

(Step S112-3-1)
In step S112-3-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is time to display the current section. As described above, the display of the current section→elapsed predetermined time (5 seconds elapsed)→display of past section (1)→elapsed predetermined time (elapsed of 5 seconds)→display of past section (2)→elapsed predetermined time ( 5 seconds elapsed)→Display of past section (3)→Elapsed predetermined time (5 seconds elapsed)→Display of current section. Determine whether it is the display timing. If it is the display timing of the current section, the process proceeds to step S112-3-2, and if it is not the display timing of the current section, the process proceeds to step S112-3-3.

(Step S112-3-2)
At step S112-3-2, the main CPU 101 displays the game performance information of the current section on the display 104 based on the display data saved at step S112-2-6 of the calculation system processing. Then, when the game performance information for the current section is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S112-3-3)
In step S112-3-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is time to display the past section (1). That is, the main CPU 101 refers to a timer counter or the like to determine whether it is the display timing of the past section (1). Then, if it is the display timing of the past section (1), the process proceeds to step S112-3-4, and if it is not the display timing of the past section (1), the process proceeds to step S112-3-5. to migrate.

(Step S112-3-4)
At step S112-3-4, the main CPU 101 obtains the game performance information of the past section (1) based on the display data (final value data) saved at step S112-1-11 of the input system processing. Displayed on the display 104 . When the game performance information of the past section (1) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S112-3-5)
In step S112-3-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is time to display the past section (2). That is, the main CPU 101 refers to a timer counter or the like to determine whether it is the display timing of the past section (2). Then, if it is the display timing of the past section (2), the process proceeds to step S112-3-6, and if it is not the display timing of the past section (2), the process proceeds to step S112-3-7. to migrate.

(Step S112-3-6)
At step S112-3-6, the main CPU 101 obtains the game performance information of the past section (2) based on the display data (final value data) saved at step S112-1-11 of the input system processing. Displayed on the display 104 . Then, when the game performance information of the past section (2) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S112-3-7)
At step S112-3-7, the main CPU 101 obtains the game performance information of the past section (3) based on the display data (final value data) saved at step S112-1-11 of the input system processing. Displayed on the display 104 . Then, when the game performance information of the past section (3) is displayed on the display device 104, the process proceeds to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

As described above, by switching the display between the current section, the past section (1), the past section (2), and the past section (3), the game performance information for the current and past three sections can be grasped. be able to. In addition, since the display of the game performance information is always performed regardless of the game state, for example, even when it is controlled to the variable probability game state, it is possible to grasp the game performance information in the normal game state. can be done.

(Regarding control processing performed by the sub CPU 201)
Control processing performed by the sub CPU 201 will be described with reference to FIGS. 27 to 32. FIG. 27 to 32 are stored in the sub ROM 202, and the sub CPU 201 reads out the control program from the sub ROM 202 and performs control processing according to the read control program.

(Step S200)
In step S200, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in a power outage (power outage state). As a result, when the power is interrupted (power outage state), the process of step S200 is repeatedly executed, and when the power is not interrupted (power outage state), the process proceeds to step S201. It should be noted that during a power outage (power outage state), the process can be executed using a backup power supply (not shown).

(Step S201)
In step S201, the sub CPU 201 performs initial setting processing for initializing the values of internal registers and the like. After completing the initial setting process, the process proceeds to step S202.

(Step S202)
In step S202, the sub CPU 201 sets CTC. That is, a CTC (counter timer circuit) that has a function to create a pulse output with a constant period and a function to measure time is set, and the effect control board timer interrupt processing, which will be described later, is performed periodically every 4 ms. , set the time constant register of the CTC. After setting the CTC, the process proceeds to step S203.

(Step S203)
In step S203, the sub CPU 201 prohibits the interruption of the effect control board timer interrupt process which is periodically executed by interrupting the effect control board main process. When the interrupt is prohibited, the process proceeds to step S204.

(Step S204)
In step S204, the sub CPU 201 updates the random number for effect. Then, when the effect random number updating process ends, the process proceeds to step S205.

(Step S205)
In step S205, the sub CPU 201 permits the interruption of the effect control board timer interrupt process which is periodically executed by interrupting the effect control board main process. Then, when the interrupt is permitted, the process moves to step S203 again, and thereafter steps S203 to S205 are looped.

(Regarding production control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 28 is a flow chart showing the effect control board timer interrupt process performed in the effect control board 200. As shown in FIG. This process is a process that is executed by interrupting the above-described effect control board main process periodically (for example, every 4 ms).

(Step S300)
In step S300, the sub CPU 201 saves the contents of the register to the stack area. After saving the contents of the register to the stack area, the process proceeds to step S301.

(Step S301)
In step S301, the sub CPU 201 performs main command reception processing shown in FIG. Note that this processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 29 . Then, when the main command reception process ends, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S302)
In step S302, the sub CPU 201 performs input processing of the operation device. For example, when the effect button 14 is operated, operation information is input from the effect button detection SW 14a, and when the effect lever 15 is operated, operation information is input from the effect lever detection SW 15a, and the cross key button 16 is operated. If so, input operation information from the cross key detection SW 16a. When the operation information is input, the sub CPU 201 controls the image display device 26, the speaker 10, and the like to perform an effect. For example, when operation information is input from the effect button detection SW 14 a, a character image is displayed on the image display device 26 and a voice effect based on the character image is output from the speaker 10 . Then, when the operation device input processing is completed, the processing proceeds to step S303.

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 201 sends execution information and the like so that each effect device (for example, the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, the image display device 26, etc.) executes the effect contents determined in steps S301 and S302. to control the output. Thereby, in each production device, the production corresponding to the production pattern variation pattern described later and the production corresponding to the operation of the production button 14 or the production lever 15 are executed. When the process of controlling the output to each effect device is completed, the process proceeds to step S304.

(Step S304)
In step S304, the sub CPU 201 restores to the register the contents saved in the stack area in step S300. Then, when the contents saved in the stack area are returned to the register, the effect control board timer interrupt processing is terminated.

(Regarding main command reception processing)
FIG. 29 is a flowchart (a subroutine of step S301 of the effect control board timer interrupt process) showing the main command receiving process performed in the effect control board 200. As shown in FIG.

(Step S301-1)
In step S301-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a setting value related information command has been received. The setting value related information command includes the setting value changing command, the setting value information command, the setting value checking command, and the setting value confirmation end command. If any of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-2, and if none of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-3.

(Step S301-2)
In step S301-2, the sub CPU 201 performs a setting value related information command reception process. For example, when a set value change command is received, processing is performed to notify that "setting is being changed" via the light emitting device 9, speaker 10, or image display device 26, and the set value information command is received. In this case, the setting value information is stored in the sub-RAM 203 to enable execution of the setting value suggesting effect, and processing is performed to terminate the notification of "the setting is being changed", and the setting value confirming command is received. In this case, processing is performed to notify that "settings are being checked" via the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, or the image display device 26, and when the setting value confirmation end command is received, "settings are being checked". A process for ending the notification is performed. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-3)
In step S301-3, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a power-related information command has been received. The power-related information command includes the above-described power-on command and power-recovery command. If any of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-4, and if none of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-5.

(Step S301-4)
In step S301-4, the sub CPU 201 performs a power-related information command reception process. For example, when a power-on command is received, processing is performed to notify that "the power is being turned on" via the light-emitting device 9, speaker 10, or image display device 26, and when a power restoration command is received, Processing is performed for notifying that "the power supply is being restored" via the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, or the image display device 26. FIG. If a power-on command or a power recovery command is received while the attention-promoting notification described later is being performed, even if the attention-promoting notification is being executed, the attention-promoting notification is terminated and the power is turned on. or "Power is being restored". This point will be described later using a time chart. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-5)
In step S301-5, the sub CPU 201 determines whether an error-related information command has been received. The error-related information command includes the above-described commands related to severe errors and commands related to minor errors. If any of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-6, and if none of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-7.

(Step S301-6)
In step S301-6, the sub CPU 201 performs the error-related command reception processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 30 . When the error-related command reception process ends, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S301-7)
In step S301-7, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not it has received a start port related information command. The starting opening related information command includes the above-described first starting opening winning command, second starting opening winning command, first starting opening subtraction command, and second starting opening subtraction command. If any of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-8, and if none of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-9.

(Step S301-8)
In step S301-8, the sub CPU 201 performs a start port related information command reception process. For example, when receiving the first starting opening winning command or the first starting opening subtraction command, for updating the reserved ball image (corresponding to the first starting opening 21) and the reserved number image in the image display device 26 When the processing is performed and the second starting opening winning command or the second starting opening subtraction command is received, the reserved ball image (corresponding to the second starting opening 22) and the reserved number image in the image display device 26 are updated. process for After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-9)
In step S301-9, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a variation pattern related information command has been received. The variation pattern related information command includes the above-mentioned special symbol variation pattern designation command. If the command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-10, and if the command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-11.

(Step S301-10)
In step S301-10, the sub CPU 201 performs processing when receiving a variation pattern related information command. For example, when a special symbol variation pattern specification command is received, a variation performance pattern is determined from a variation performance pattern determination table (not shown). In the variation performance pattern determination table, one special symbol variation pattern is associated with one or more variation performance patterns. For example, if it is "normal fluctuation" (7S) of "variation pattern 1", one corresponding fluctuation effect pattern (7S) is prepared, and "super reach" (40S) of "variation pattern 7" For example, a plurality of corresponding variable effect patterns (40S) are prepared. Then, when "variation pattern 7" is received, any one variation performance pattern is determined from a plurality of prepared variation performance patterns. In addition, since a plurality of prepared variation performance patterns have different performance contents, a plurality of performances can be executed for one variation pattern. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-11)
In step S301-11, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not it has received a symbol designation related information command. The symbol designation related information command includes a winning special symbol designation command and a losing special symbol designation command. If any of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-12, and if none of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-13.

(Step S301-12)
In step S301-12, the sub CPU 201 performs a pattern designation related information command reception process. For example, when a win pattern designation command is received, a combination of symbols corresponding to the win (for example, "777") in the above-described decorative pattern image and the fourth pattern image is determined, and a special pattern designation command for a loss is determined. When it is received, the combination of symbols (for example, "524") corresponding to the failure in the decorative symbol image and the fourth symbol image is determined. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-13)
At step S301-13, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a symbol stop command has been received. Then, when the symbol stop command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-14, and when the symbol stop command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-15.

(Step S301-14)
In step S301-14, the sub CPU 201 performs a symbol stop command reception process. Specifically, a process for stopping the decorative symbol image and the fourth symbol image that are being variably displayed is performed. After finishing the process, the process proceeds to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-15)
At step S301-15, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not a gaming state related information command has been received. The game state related information command includes a game state command (normal), a game state command (time saving), and a game state command (variable probability). If any of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-16, and if none of these commands have been received, the process proceeds to step S301-17.

(Step S301-16)
At step S301-16, the sub CPU 201 performs a game state related information command reception process. Specifically, when the game state command (normal) is received, the process of determining the effect (background, etc.) corresponding to the normal game state is performed, and when the game state command (time reduction) is received, the time reduction game state When the game state command (variable probability) is received, the processing of determining the effect (background etc.) corresponding to the variable probability game state is performed. Then, when the game state related information command reception processing is completed, the processing is shifted to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt processing.

(Step S301-17)
At step S301-17, the sub CPU 201 determines whether a demo command has been received. If the demo command has been received, the process proceeds to step S301-18, and if the demo command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S301-19.

(Step S301-18)
In step S301-18, the sub CPU 201 performs the demo command reception processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 31 . Then, when the demo command reception process is completed, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S301-19)
At step S301-19, the sub CPU 201 determines whether an ending command has been received. Then, when the ending command is received, the process proceeds to step S301-20, and when the ending command is not received, the process proceeds to step S301-21.

(Step S301-20)
In step S301-20, the sub CPU 201 performs the ending command reception processing shown in FIG. This processing will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 32 . Then, when the ending command receiving process ends, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S301-21)
In step S301-21, the sub CPU 201 performs processing when receiving many other commands (not shown). Then, after completing the processing when a large number of other commands (not shown) are received, the processing proceeds to step S302.

(Regarding processing when receiving an error-related command)
FIG. 30 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-6 of the main command reception process) showing the error-related command reception process performed in the effect control board 200. As shown in FIG.

(Step S301-6-1)
In step S301-6-1, the sub CPU 201 determines the error notification mode corresponding to the error command. For example, when a command indicating a magnetic sensor error is received, "magnetic sensor error occurred" is displayed on the image display device 26, and the corresponding sound and light emission pattern are determined. Then, when the error notification mode corresponding to the error command is determined, the process proceeds to step S301-6-2.

(Step S301-6-2)
In step S301-6-2, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the error is serious. For example, when a command indicating a magnetic sensor error is received, it is determined to be a severe error, and when a command indicating a plate full error is received, it is determined not to be a severe error (light error). When it is determined that the error is serious, the process proceeds to step S301-6-3, and when it is determined that the error is not serious, the process proceeds to step S301-6-4.

(Step S301-6-3)
In step S301-6-3, the sub CPU 201 determines to perform error notification on the full screen. Specifically, the entire display area of the image display device 26 is used to decide to display, for example, "magnetic sensor error" (see FIG. 40). Then, when it is decided to perform the error notification using the full screen, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Step S301-6-4)
In step S301-6-4, the sub CPU 201 decides to perform error notification using a partial screen. Specifically, using a part of the display area of the image display device 26, for example, if the plate is full error, it is determined to display "Please remove the ball". Then, when it is decided to perform the error notification on the partial screen, the process proceeds to step S302.

(Regarding processing when demo command is received)
FIG. 31 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-18 of the main command reception process) showing the demonstration command reception process performed in the effect control board 200. As shown in FIG.

(Step S301-18-1)
In step S301-18-1, the sub CPU 201 sets the demonstration movie display (including warning prompting notification). The demo movie display consists of a predetermined execution time, and within this predetermined execution time, display of a predetermined character, display of advertisement information, display of warning notice, etc. are performed. The details of the "advertisement notification" and "attention promotion notification" will be described later. Then, after setting the demo movie display (including warning prompting notification), the process proceeds to step S301-18-2.

(Step S301-18-2)
In step S301-18-2, the sub CPU 201 sets the light emission pattern. Specifically, the light emission pattern of the light emitting device 9 during the demonstration production and the lighting device 29 for the board is determined. After setting the light emission pattern, the process proceeds to step S301-18-3.

(Step S301-18-3)
In step S301-18-3, the sub CPU 201 sets BGM not to be output. That is, during the demonstration production, the sound is silent, and during the display of the predetermined character, the notification of advertisement, the notification of attention promotion, etc., the sound is completely silent. In this way, by setting the soundless state during the demonstration effect, a player who is trying to play a new game misunderstands that another player is playing because the sound is being output during the demonstration effect. You can prevent it from happening. When the BGM is set to be non-output, the process proceeds to step S302.

Although the BGM is not output during the demonstration production and is in a silent state, the object to be not output is not limited to the BGM, and may be sound effects.

Also, the setting of not outputting the BGM may be to stop the BGM itself, or to output no sound from the speaker 10 (so-called "mute") while the BGM is being output. In any case, the sound should be inaudible to the player.

(Regarding processing when receiving an ending command)
FIG. 32 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-20 of the main command reception process) showing the ending command reception process performed in the effect control board 200. As shown in FIG.

(Step S301-20-1)
In step S301-20-1, the sub CPU 201 sets the ending display (including the caution promotion notification). As described above, the ending display is composed of, for example, "10S", and during the "10S", the display of a predetermined character, the advertisement notice, the warning notice, etc. are performed. Then, when the ending display (including the warning prompting notification) is set, the process proceeds to step S301-20-2.

(Step S301-20-2)
In step S301-20-2, the sub CPU 201 sets the light emission pattern. Specifically, the light emission pattern of the light emitting device 9 during the ending and the board illumination device 29 is determined. After setting the light emission pattern, the process proceeds to step S301-20-3.

(Step S301-20-3)
In step S301-20-3, the sub CPU 201 makes settings for outputting BGM. That is, the BGM is output during the ending, and the BGM is output during the display of the predetermined character, the advertisement notification, the warning notification, and the like. In this way, the BGM is output (audible sound for the player) during the ending, so that the player can maintain his/her heightened mood due to the winning game. Then, when setting to output BGM is performed, the process proceeds to step S302.

Although BGM is output during the ending, the target to be output is not limited to BGM, and may be sound effects.

(Regarding advertising notices)
The “advertisement notification” includes, for example, display of the model name of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and display of the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 . The "advertisement notification" is executed during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game.

In this embodiment, the "advertisement notification" is executed during the demonstration effect and during the ending of the winning game, but the timing of execution is not limited to this. For example, it may be executed during the customer waiting waiting performance, or may be executed only at one of the timings during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game.

Also, the contents of the "advertisement notification" to be executed may differ between during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game. For example, during the ending of the winning game, the model name of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 are both displayed, while during the demonstration performance, the model name of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed and the pachinko game is played. Either one of the manufacturers of the machine 1 may be displayed, and vice versa.

Also, the contents of the "advertisement notification" to be executed during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game may be exactly the same.

(Regarding caution promotion notification)
"Attention promotion notification" means, for example, a display warning against excessive addiction to games (for example, a display saying "Beware of addiction to games"), a valuable value medium is a pachinko machine 1 (strictly speaking, , a game ball rental device adjacent to the pachinko game machine 1), a display (for example, a display that says "Don't forget to take your card"), a display that prohibits players under the age of 18 from playing (see FIG. 40). ), a display that calls attention to fraud that claims a strategy for pachinko gaming machine 1 (see FIG. 40), a display that indicates that cheating on pachinko gaming machine 1 is a crime (see FIG. 40), and others. Also, a display (not shown) warning that the light from the light emitting device 9, the image display device 26, and the lighting device 29 for the board should be visually recognized for a long time. A display (not shown) that warns against pinching a finger may be used. Then, the "attention promotion notification" is executed during the demonstration effect and during the ending of the winning game.

In addition, in the present embodiment, the "attention promotion notification" is executed during the demonstration effect and during the ending of the winning game, but the execution timing is not limited to this. For example, it may be executed during the customer waiting waiting performance, or may be executed only at one of the timings during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game.

In addition, the contents of the "notice promotion notification" to be executed may differ between during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game. For example, during the ending of the winning game, a display warning against excessive addiction to the game (for example, a display saying "Beware of addiction to the game"), and a reminder to forget to remove the valuable value medium from the pachinko machine 1. While displaying a warning message (for example, “Don’t forget to take your card”), during the demonstration stage, display warning against excessive addiction to the game (for example, “Please be careful not to become addicted to the game”). display), display prohibiting playing by persons under the age of 18 (see Fig. 40), display calling attention to frauds claiming strategies for pachinko gaming machine 1 (see Fig. 40), fraudulent use of pachinko gaming machine 1 A display indicating that the act is a crime (see FIG. 40), a display warning to visually recognize the light of the light-emitting body for a long time (not shown), and when the production lever 15 is movable, the player can hold it by hand when storing it. A display (not shown) may be displayed to warn against catching fingers or fingers, or vice versa.

It should be noted that the contents of the "attention prompting notification" to be executed during the demonstration performance and during the ending of the winning game may be exactly the same.

However, the ending time of the winning game is limited, and the degree of freedom is less than that of the demo production, so the information displayed as ``notice promoting notice'' is appropriately adjusted in consideration of the information displayed as ``advertising display''. Adjustment is desirable. For example, if the amount of information to be displayed as "advertising display" at the ending of the winning game is larger than the demonstration effect, the amount of information to be displayed as "attention promotion notification" at the ending of the winning game is more than the demonstration effect It should be less. In addition, if the amount of information displayed as "advertising display" at the ending of the winning game is less than the demonstration effect, the amount of information displayed as "attention promotion notification" at the ending of the winning game will be less than the demonstration effect. Do more. With this configuration, it is possible to efficiently execute "advertisement display" and "notice promotion" by using the ending of the winning game and the demonstration effect.

On the other hand, during the ending of the winning game, either one or both of the amount of information displayed as "advertisement display" and the amount of information displayed as "attention prompting notification" may be smaller than the demonstration effect. As a result, the "advertisement display" and the "attention promotion notification" can be efficiently executed in a limited time during the ending of the winning game.

Next, using time charts 1 to 6 in FIGS. 33 to 38, a diagram showing the relationship between the alert prompting notification and end conditions in FIG. 39, and an animation in FIG. 40, the features of this embodiment will be described. . Note that the animation in FIG. 40 shows the display mode of the image display device 26 .

(Regarding time chart 1 in FIG. 33)
A time chart 1 in FIG. 33 shows an example during the ending of the winning game. Timing (a) is, for example, the timing at which the final round of the winning game ends and the winning game ending (hereinafter referred to as "ED") is turned ON. Then, in the winning game ED, a predetermined character is displayed from timing (a) to timing (b), and after the end of the winning game, an effect is performed to notify whether it is a time-saving game state or a variable probability game state. It is In addition, while the winning game is ON, the production sound (BGM, sound effect) including the winning game ED is ON. As a result, the player's feeling of being excited by the winning game can be maintained even in the winning game ED.

Then, when the effect is completed and timing (b) is reached, the advertisement notification is turned on, and the information related to the advertisement notification is displayed on the image display device 26 . Then, when the advertisement notification is completed, a predetermined switching image (for example, white-out image) is displayed until timing (c).

Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the attention-promoting notification is turned ON, and the information related to the above-described attention-promoting notification is displayed on the image display device 26 for, for example, "3S". As described above, while the winning game is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) including the winning game ED is ON. (BGM, sound effect) is ON.

Here, while the attention promotion notification is being performed, for example, (1) the BGM output from the winning game may be output as it is, or (2) in addition to the BGM output from the winning game Sound effects may be output, (3) the sound effects may be output by lowering the volume value of the BGM output from the winning game, or (4) instead of the BGM output from the winning game You can also output sound effects by pressing In particular, in the case of (2) to (4), it is possible to make it easier to notice that the attention promotion notification is being performed while maintaining the player's mood that is uplifted by the winning game even in the winning game ED. , it is possible to execute a suitable alert promotion notification.

Then, when the timing (d) is reached, the alert promotion notification is turned off, and a predetermined switching image (for example, a white-out image) is displayed until the subsequent timing (e) when the winning game or the like is turned off.

40(a) to (d) of "TC1" show the above time chart 1 in the display mode of the image display device 26. FIG. Note that (a) to (d) in FIG. 33 and (a) to (d) of "TC1" in FIG. 40 are in correspondence. That is, at the timing when the winning game ED is turned ON in FIG. 33(a), an image or the like is displayed on the image display device 26 to notify that the winning game has ended.

Then, when the advertisement notification is turned ON in FIG. 33(b), the manufacturer of the pachinko game machine 1 is displayed on the image display device 26, for example. 33(c), when the attention prompting notification is turned on, the image display device 26 displays, for example, a display warning against excessive addiction to the game (for example, "Be careful not to become addicted to the game"). display), and a display to warn against forgetting to remove the valuable value medium from the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a display saying "Don't forget to remove the card") is performed. Although these displays are shown to be displayed at the same time, only one may be displayed first and only the other may be displayed later.

In addition, while the attention promotion notification is being performed, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is ON, but what is output is only the BGM and sound effect, and "Don't forget to take out the card". The voice saying "Let's be careful about getting addicted to the game" is not output. In other words, the attention-promoting notification is to promote attention by display, and does not promote attention more than necessary. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player who is excited by the winning game from losing his/her mood while appropriately performing the attention prompting notification, and it is possible to execute suitable attention prompting notification.

Then, when the attention-promoting notification is turned off in FIG. 33(d), the display related to the attention-promoting notification on the image display device 26 is erased, and a white-out image is displayed as shown in FIG. 33(d).

(Regarding time chart 2 in FIG. 34)
A time chart 2 in FIG. 34 is an example showing an irregular case in which the caution promotion notification is forcibly terminated during the winning game ED. That is, FIG. 34 assumes that an error (for example, a magnetic sensor error) occurs during the winning game ED. Note that the process up to the timing (c) is the same as in FIG. 33, so the description is omitted.

When the timing (c) is reached, the attention-promoting notification is turned on, and the information related to the above-described attention-promoting notification is displayed on the image display device 26 for, for example, "3S". As described above, while the winning game is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) including the winning game ED is ON. (BGM, sound effect) is ON.

Here, it shows that the error command (severity) was received (turned ON) at timing (f) after "1S" has passed from timing (c). In this case, although the caution promotion notification should be performed until timing (d) after "3S" has elapsed, it is terminated at timing (f). Then, the caution promotion notification is turned off, and the error full screen notification is turned on.

Also, at timing (f), the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is turned off, and the error notification sound is output until the error is cleared. Note that the timings (d) and (e) are the same as in FIG. 33, so the description is omitted.

40(a) to (c) and (f) of "TC2" show the above time chart 2 in the display mode of the image display device 26. FIG. It should be noted that the process up to (c) is the same as "TC1", so the description is omitted.

34(c), when the attention prompting notification is turned ON, the image display device 26 displays, for example, a display warning against excessive addiction to the game (for example, "Let's be careful not to become addicted to the game"). display), and a display to warn against forgetting to remove the valuable value medium from the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a display saying "Don't forget to remove the card") is performed.

Then, when the error command (severity) is turned ON in FIG. 34(f), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of displaying the alert notification, and displays "Magnetic sensor error has occurred. ” is displayed. Further, the speaker 10 outputs an error notification sound ("beep" sound) instead of the effect sound that has been output up to that point. In this way, when it becomes necessary to perform a notification with a higher priority than the attention-promoting notification, the attention-promoting notification is terminated and a notification with a higher priority than the attention-promoting notification is performed. As a result, it is possible to perform accurate notification according to the situation.

In the example of FIG. 34, during the display of the attention promotion notification in the winning game ED, a case where a severe error (eg, magnetic sensor error or radio wave sensor error) occurred was described, but a mild error (eg, plate full tank error) If this occurs, continue to display the alert prompting notification. That is, if a slight error occurs during the display of the attention promotion notification in the winning game ED, while continuing the display of the attention promotion notification, using the empty part of the display area, or so as to overlap the attention promotion notification to notify the occurrence of a minor error (for example, "Please pull out the ball").

Particularly, at the end of the winning game, the player is so absorbed in the image displayed on the image display device 26 during the winning game that he often forgets to discharge the game balls stored in the lower receiving tray 5b. Therefore, there is a tendency for the plate full error at the end of winning to occur frequently, but if the display of the attention prompting notification is terminated each time to notify the occurrence of a minor error, it is preferable to warn the player. cannot be promoted. Therefore, with respect to the minor error, the display of the attention-promoting notification is continued, and the occurrence of the minor error is notified at the same time. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from not being able to draw the player's attention appropriately, and it is possible to perform a suitable attention prompting notification.

In the example of FIG. 34, if the error is canceled when "1S" has passed from the timing (f) (that is, when "2S" has passed since the timing (c)), attention promotion The notification may be displayed again. As a result, it is possible to increase the possibility that the player will be able to confirm the attention-promoting notification. On the other hand, it is also possible not to re-display the caution-promoting notification. This makes it possible to omit the redisplay process and simplify the control.

Further, for example, if a serious error occurs at timing (b) and the error is resolved immediately before reaching timing (c), the caution notice may be displayed without displaying the advertisement notice. As a result, it is possible to give priority to the information necessary for the player, and it is possible to carry out a suitable attention-promoting notification.

(Regarding time chart 3 in FIG. 35)
A time chart 3 in FIG. 35 shows an example during the demonstration effect. When the symbol variation game is finished and the reserved storage area is empty, the "customer waiting effect" is executed for a predetermined period of time. This customer waiting effect is a state in which a decorative pattern image or the like showing the result of the symbol variation game executed immediately before is displayed, and ends after a predetermined time passes, and a demonstration effect is executed. Then, when the demonstration effect is completed, a loop is formed in which the customer waiting effect is executed again.

Timing (a) is the timing at which the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. Note that while the demonstration effect is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF. As a result, it is possible to prevent a player who is about to play a new game from mistakenly thinking that another player is playing a game due to the sound being output during the demonstration effect.

Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the advertisement notification is turned on, and the information related to the advertisement notification is displayed on the image display device 26 . Then, when the advertisement notification is completed, a predetermined switching image (for example, white-out image) is displayed until timing (c).

Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the attention-promoting notification is turned ON, and the information related to the above-described attention-promoting notification is displayed on the image display device 26 for, for example, "3S". As described above, while the demonstration effect is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF. ) is OFF.

Then, when the timing (d) is reached, the caution promotion notification is turned off, the subsequent demonstration effect is turned off, and a predetermined switching image (for example, whiteout image).

In addition, although the execution time of the attention promotion information during the demonstration performance was set to be the same as the execution time of the attention promotion information during the winning game ED, it may be different. For example, the execution time of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration performance with a high degree of freedom may be longer than that of the winning game ED.

40(a) to (d) of "TC3" show the above time chart 3 in the display mode of the image display device 26. FIG. Note that (a) to (d) of FIG. 35 and (a) to (d) of "TC3" of FIG. 40 are in correspondence. That is, at the timing when the demonstration effect is turned on in FIG. 35(a), an image or the like is displayed on the image display device 26 to notify that the demonstration effect has started.

Then, when the advertisement notification is turned on in FIG. 35(b), the manufacturer of the pachinko game machine 1 is displayed on the image display device 26, for example. 35(c), when the attention prompting notification is turned ON, the image display device 26 displays, for example, a display warning against excessive addiction to games (for example, "Beware of addiction to games"). display), display prohibiting playing by persons under the age of 18), display calling attention to frauds claiming strategies for pachinko gaming machine 1, and display indicating that cheating on pachinko gaming machine 1 is a crime. . Although these displays are shown to be displayed at the same time, only one may be displayed first and only the other may be displayed later.

In addition, the sound effect (BGM, sound effects) is turned off even while the attention promotion notification is being performed, and naturally, it corresponds to the sound of "Let's be careful not to get addicted to the game" and other attention promotion notifications. No sound is output. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being surprised by outputting the sound only for the attention-promoting information while performing appropriate attention-promoting information, and it is possible to execute suitable attention-promoting information.

Then, when the attention-promoting notification is turned off in FIG. 35(d), the display related to the attention-promoting notification on the image display device 26 is erased, and a white-out image is displayed as shown in FIG. 35(d).

(Regarding time chart 4 in FIG. 36)
A time chart 4 in FIG. 36 is an example showing an irregular case in which the caution promotion notification is forcibly terminated during the demonstration effect. That is, FIG. 36 assumes that an error (for example, magnetic sensor error) has occurred during the demonstration effect. Note that the process up to the timing (c) is the same as in FIG. 35, so the description is omitted.

Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the attention-promoting notification is turned ON, and the information related to the above-described attention-promoting notification is displayed on the image display device 26 for, for example, "3S". As described above, while the demonstration effect is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF. ) is OFF.

Here, it shows that the error command (severity) was received (turned ON) at timing (e) after "1S" has passed from timing (c). In this case, although the attention-promoting notification is originally performed until timing (d) after "3S" has elapsed, it is terminated at timing (e). Then, the caution promotion notification is turned off, and the error full screen notification is turned on.

Also, the error notification sound is output from the timing (e), and thereafter the error notification sound is output until the error is cleared. Note that the timing (d) is the same as in FIG. 35, so the description is omitted.

40(a) to (c) and (e) of "TC4" show the above time chart 4 in the display mode of the image display device 26. FIG. It should be noted that the process up to (c) is the same as "TC3", so the description is omitted.

Then, when the alert promotion notification is turned ON in FIG. a display prohibiting the game), a display calling attention to fraudulent methods of exploiting the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a display indicating that cheating on the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a crime.

Then, when the error command (severity) is turned ON in FIG. 36(e), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of displaying the warning prompting notification, and displays "Magnetic sensor error has occurred. ” is displayed. Further, although there was no sound in (a) to (c), an error notification sound (“beep” sound) is output from the speaker 10 in (e). In other words, the sound is silent during the demonstration effect, but the error annunciation sound is output when an error occurs. In this way, when it becomes necessary to perform a notification with a higher priority than the caution-promoting notification, the attention-promoting notification is terminated even during the demonstration performance including the possibility that the game is not being played. The notification has a higher priority than the attention promotion notification. As a result, it is possible to make an accurate notification in accordance with the situation even during the demonstration performance including the possibility that the game is not being played. In addition, when a light error occurs, it may be configured in the same manner as the content described in the above-described winning game ED.

(Regarding time chart 5 in FIG. 37)
A time chart 5 in FIG. 37 is an example (an example different from FIG. 36) showing an irregular case in which the caution promotion notification is forcibly terminated during the demonstration effect. That is, in FIG. 37, it is assumed that a start-up prize (whether the first start-up 21 or the second start-up 22 is possible) has occurred during the demonstration effect. Note that the process up to the timing (e) is the same as in FIG. 36, so the description is omitted. Also, until timing (e) is reached, all reserved storage areas are in a "reserved 0 state" that is empty.

Here, at the timing (e) after "1S" has passed from the timing (c), it indicates that the start-up winning command has been received (turned ON). In this case, although the attention-promoting notification is originally performed until timing (d) after "3S" has elapsed, it is terminated at timing (e). Then, the caution promotion notification is turned off, and the variation display is turned on (the symbol variation game is started). Note that the timing (d) is the same as in FIG. 36, so the description is omitted.

40(a) to (c) and (e) of "TC5" show the above time chart 5 in the display mode of the image display device 26. FIG. Note that the steps up to (e) are the same as those of "TC4", so the explanation is omitted.

37(e), when the start-up winning command is turned ON, the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 to display the variation of the symbol variation game in place of the display of the warning notice. is displayed. In this way, when the start-up prize is generated during execution of the caution prompting notification, the attention prompting notification is immediately terminated and the variable display is displayed, thereby increasing the attention point (symbol variation game) for the game of the player. It is possible to prevent the attention promotion notification from being obstructed.

(Regarding time chart 6 in FIG. 38)
A time chart 6 in FIG. 38 is an example (an example different from FIGS. 36 and 37) showing an irregular case in which the caution promotion notification is forcibly terminated during the demonstration effect. That is, in FIG. 38, it is assumed that the activation operation of the menu screen is performed during the demonstration effect. It should be noted that the activation operation of the menu screen corresponds to the fact that the effect button 14 is operated during the demonstration effect (that the effect button detection SW 14a is turned on), and from the menu screen, the winning game in the pachinko game machine 1 is started. It is possible to check the effect (three major key effects) that can be expected to be given, and to customize the effect that can change the reliability of the notice to be generated. Note that the process up to timing (e) is the same as in FIGS. 36 and 37, so the description is omitted.

Here, at the timing (e) after "1S" has passed from the timing (c), the effect button detection SW 14a is turned ON. In this case, although the attention-promoting notification is originally performed until timing (d) after "3S" has elapsed, it is terminated at timing (e). Then, the attention promotion notification is turned off, and the menu screen is turned on. Note that the timing (d) is the same as in FIGS. 36 and 37, so the description is omitted.

40(a) to (c) and (e) of "TC6" show the above time chart 6 in the display mode of the image display device 26. FIG. Note that the steps up to (e) are the same as those of "TC4" and "TC5", so the explanation is omitted.

Then, when the effect button detection SW 14a is turned on in FIG. 38(e), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 to display a menu screen instead of displaying the warning notice. . In this way, when the menu activation operation is performed while the caution prompting notification is being executed, the attention prompting notification is prevented from hindering the player's necessary operation by promptly ending the caution prompting notification and displaying the menu screen. You can prevent it from being lost.

If a display device (a so-called "sub-liquid crystal") is provided in addition to the image display device 26, and the menu screen is displayed on the display device, the effect button detection SW 14a is turned ON during the execution of the alert prompting notification. However, it is sufficient to continue the execution of the warning prompting notification. As a result, it is possible to increase the chances of confirming the attention-promoting notification during the demonstration effect.

FIG. 39 is a diagram summarizing FIGS. 33 to 38 described above. That is, the attention prompting information is performed at least in the winning game ED and the demonstration effect, and a plurality of end conditions are defined for ending the attention prompting information being executed in each.

For example, in the winning game ED and in the demonstration performance, the attention prompting notification is executed, and when "3S" elapses, the attention prompting notification ends in both cases.

For example, in the winning game ED and in the demonstration effect, the attention prompting notification is executed, and if an error (severe error) requiring full screen notification occurs during the execution, the attention prompting notification is terminated in both cases.

For example, in the winning game ED, attention prompting notification is executed, and even if the game ball enters the starting hole during the execution, the attention prompting notification does not end, but in the demonstration effect, attention prompting notification is executed and executed. When the game ball enters the start opening during the period, the attention prompting notification ends. That is, the end condition is different between the winning game ED and the demonstration effect.

For example, in the winning game ED, attention promotion notification is executed, and even if the effect button 14 is operated during the execution and the menu screen activation operation is performed, the attention promotion notification does not end (although the menu screen is not launched in the first place ), in the demonstration effect, the caution prompting notification is executed, and when the effect button 14 is operated during the execution to activate the menu screen, the caution prompting notification is terminated. That is, the end condition is different between the winning game ED and the demonstration effect.

In the demonstration effect, when the effect button 14 is operated (the first operation means is operated) and the menu screen is activated while the attention prompting notification is being executed, the attention prompting notification is terminated. However, in the demo effect, if the cross key button 16 is operated (the second operating means is operated) and the adjustment operation of the volume value or the light amount value is performed while the attention prompting notification is being executed, the attention prompting Notification does not end.

Also, the ending condition shown in FIG. 39 may be the same ending condition for the winning game ED and the demonstration effect, or the ending condition may be different, or the ending condition different from the ending condition shown in FIG. You can end with .

In addition, the display size, decoration, and design of the attention-promoting notification may be exactly the same or different between the winning game ED and the demonstration effect.

Next, using the time charts 7 to 10 of FIGS. 41 to 44 and the animation of FIG. 45, the features of this embodiment will be described.

(Regarding time chart 7 in FIG. 41)
The time chart 7 in FIG. 41 assumes that the game is hit (hit in the special symbol B) in the normal game state, and that the game shifts to the variable probability game state after the game is hit. That is, at the timing (a), the normal game state is turned off, and the winning game is turned on. After that, the winning game is executed until the timing (e).

Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the winning game ED is turned ON, and thereafter, the winning game ED is executed until the timing (e). Then, in the winning game ED, the advertisement notification is turned ON at the timing (c), and the caution promotion notification is turned ON at the timing (d), and each notification is executed. Then, when the timing (e) is reached, the winning game and the winning game ED are turned OFF, and the probability variation game state is turned ON.

(Regarding time chart 8 in FIG. 42)
The time chart 8 in FIG. 42 is a time chart showing the continuation of the time chart in FIG. 41, hits in the probability variation gaming state (hit in the special symbol E), and after the winning game, shifts to the probability variation gaming state again. It is assumed that That is, since the winning game is granted in the normal game state of FIG. 41 and shifts to the probability variation gaming state, and the winning game is granted in the probability variation gaming state of FIG. 42, a continuous series of winning games (so-called consecutive chance) occur It is assumed that

That is, at the timing (f), the variable probability gaming state is turned OFF, and the winning game is turned ON. After that, the winning game is executed until the timing (h).

Then, when the timing (g) is reached, the winning game ED is turned ON, and thereafter, the winning game ED is executed until the timing (h). Then, in the winning game ED, the advertisement information and the attention promoting information are not turned ON, and the respective information is not executed. Then, when the timing (h) is reached, the winning game and the winning game ED are turned OFF, and the probability variation game state is turned ON.

In other words, when a series of consecutive winning games (so-called consecutive wins) are occurring, only the ED of the first winning game is to execute the advertisement notification and attention promotion notification. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling annoyed by the repetition of the advertisement notification and the attention-promoting notification, and it is possible to execute the appropriate attention-promoting notification.

It should be noted that when executing the caution prompting notification in the winning game ED of FIG. 41, or immediately before executing, a severe error shown in FIG. , Attention promotion notification may be executed in the winning game ED of FIG. This makes it possible to carry out a suitable warning prompting notification.

On the other hand, when executing the caution prompting notification in the winning game ED of FIG. 41, or immediately before executing, the severe error shown in FIG. , does not need to execute attention promotion notification in the winning game ED of FIG. As a result, since it is not necessary to carry over the execution flag of the attention prompting notification from the winning game ED of FIG. 41 to the winning game ED of FIG. 42, the usage area of the RAM can be reduced.

Also, when executing the caution prompting notification in the winning game ED of FIG. 41, or immediately before executing, a serious error shown in FIG. , If the probability variation game state after the winning game in FIG. 42, the attention promotion notification is not executed in the winning game ED in FIG. 42, and if the time saving game state after the winning game in FIG. You may make it perform alert promotion information by . This makes it possible to carry out a suitable warning prompting notification. It should be noted that, in this case, if the probability variable game state after the winning game of FIG. 42, attention promotion notification is not executed in the winning game ED of FIG. Attention promotion notification may be executed in the winning game ED when doing. As a result, since the caution-promoting notification will always be executed somewhere, it is possible to execute a suitable caution-promoting notification.

(Regarding time chart 9 in FIG. 43)
A time chart 9 in FIG. 43 shows the period from the end of the variation display relating to the symbol variation game to the start and end of the demonstration effect in the normal game state. That is, when the variation display of the symbol variation game is turned off at the timing (a), the game is in the pre-execution state of the customer waiting waiting effect until the timing (b).

Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the customer-waiting standby effect is turned ON, and the above-described customer-waiting standby effect is executed until the timing (c). When the timing (c) is reached, the customer waiting effect is turned off, the demonstration effect is turned on, and the above-described demonstration effect is executed until the timing (f).

Then, in the demonstration effect, the advertisement notification is turned ON at timing (d), and the caution promotion notification is turned ON at timing (e), and the respective notifications are executed. When the timing (f) is reached, the demonstration effect is turned off, and the customer waiting effect is turned on again.

(Regarding time chart 10 in FIG. 44)
The time chart 10 of FIG. 44 shows the process from the end of the variable display related to the symbol variable game to the start and end of the demonstration effect in the variable probability game state. In addition, FIG. 43 and FIG. 44 are different only in whether it is a normal game state or a variable probability game state, and other configurations are the same. In other words, even if the demonstration effect is executed in the variable probability game state, the advertisement notification and caution promotion notification are executed in the same manner as when the demonstration effect is executed in the normal game state. It should be noted that, in the case of executing the advertisement notice and the attention promotion notice during the demo presentation of the normal game state, the advertisement notice and the attention promotion notice may not be executed during the demonstration presentation of the variable probability game state, or vice versa. may be Also, in the variable probability gaming state, the demonstration effect may not be executed.

FIG. 45 is a diagram showing a display mode of the image display device 26 corresponding to the time charts 7 to 10 of FIGS. 41 to 44. FIG. Note that (b), (c), (d), and (e) of "TC7" in FIG. 45 correspond to (b), (c), (d), and (e) in FIG. (f), (g), and (h) of "TC8" in FIG. 45 correspond to (f), (g), and (h) in FIG. 42, and (c) of "TC9" in FIG. , (d) and (e) correspond to (c), (d) and (e) in FIG. 43, and (c), (d) and (e) of "TC10" in FIG. There is a corresponding relationship with (c), (d), and (e) of FIG. That is, at the timing when the winning game ED is turned ON in FIG. 41(a), an image or the like is displayed on the image display device 26 to notify that the winning game has ended.

Then, when the advertisement notification is turned ON in FIG. 41(c), the manufacturer of the pachinko game machine 1 is displayed on the image display device 26, for example. 41(d), when the attention prompting notification is turned ON, the image display device 26 displays, for example, a display warning against excessive addiction to the game (for example, "Beware of addiction to the game"). display), and a display to warn against forgetting to remove the valuable value medium from the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a display saying "Don't forget to remove the card") is performed. Although these displays are shown to be displayed at the same time, only one may be displayed first and only the other may be displayed later.

Then, when the winning game is turned off and the probability variation gaming state is turned on in FIG. An image is displayed.

Then, in FIG. 42(f), when the variable probability gaming state is turned OFF and the winning game is turned ON, as shown in (f), the image display device 26 displays an image of entering the winning game and that the player should hit right. A right hitting image or the like to be notified is displayed.

Then, when the winning game ED is turned ON in FIG. 42(g), an image or the like is displayed on the image display device 26 to notify that the winning game has ended. Then, when the winning game is turned OFF and the probability variation gaming state is turned ON in FIG. 42(h), a rush image to the probability variation gaming state is displayed as shown in (h).

That is, if the game state when it becomes a winning game is the normal game state, the attention promotion notification is executed in the winning game ED, but the game state when it becomes a winning game is a variable game state (or time saving game state), the attention promotion notification is not executed in the winning game ED.

Next, in the demonstration effect of FIG. 43, a demonstration effect image is displayed on the image display device 26 at the timing when the demonstration effect is turned ON in FIG. 43(c). Then, when the advertisement notification is turned ON in FIG. 43(d), the manufacturer of the pachinko game machine 1 is displayed on the image display device 26, for example.

Then, when the alert promotion notification is turned ON in FIG. a display prohibiting the game), a display calling attention to fraudulent methods of exploiting the pachinko gaming machine 1, and a display indicating that cheating on the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a crime.

In addition, the display mode of "TC10" in FIG. 44 is the same as the display mode of "TC9" in FIG. Since they are different and the others are common, the description is omitted.

That is, when the demonstration effect is being executed, there is a possibility that the player is not playing the game, so there are few opportunities for the player to check the attention-promoting notification during the demonstration effect. Therefore, even when the demonstration effect is executed in the normal game state, even when the demonstration effect is executed in the probability variable game state (or the time saving game state), the attention promotion notification is executed so that the player can demonstrate even a little. It is necessary to increase the chances of confirming the attention-promoting information during the presentation. On the other hand, when the winning game ED is being executed, the player's attention to the image display device 26 is also high, so pay attention to the ED of the first winning game (when shifting from the normal game state to the winning game). If the promotional notification is executed, there is a high possibility that the player will be able to confirm the cautionary promotional notification. In addition, for example, in the winning game ED in which the game is played consecutively, the player feels annoyed if the attention promotion notification is executed every time. Therefore, the attention promoting notification is executed only in the ED of the first winning game (when shifting from the normal game state to the winning game). As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling annoyed while increasing the possibility that the player will be able to confirm the attention prompting notification, and it is possible to execute the appropriate attention prompting notification.

Next, using time charts 11 and 12 shown in FIGS. 46 and 47, the features of this embodiment will be described.

(Regarding time chart 11 in FIG. 46)
The time chart 11 of FIG. 46 shows the light emission pattern of the board illumination device 29 executed in the winning game ED. 46, only parts different from those in FIG. 33 will be described.

That is, from the timing (a) to the timing (b), the disc lighting device 29 emits light in the light emission pattern 1 for ED. Then, when the advertisement is announced from timing (b), the board lighting device 29 emits light in the ED light emission pattern 2 until timing (c).

Then, when the caution prompting notification is executed from timing (c), the board illumination device 29 emits light in the ED light emission pattern 3 until timing (d). In this way, by switching the light emission pattern of the board illumination device 29 according to each notification, each notification can be clearly notified.

The ED emission pattern 1, the ED emission pattern 2, and the ED emission pattern 3 may have different emission colors, emission speeds, and brightness (one is lit, the other is (including turning off) may be different.

(Regarding time chart 12 in FIG. 47)
A time chart 12 in FIG. 47 shows a light emission pattern of the board lighting device 29 executed in the demonstration effect. 47, only parts different from FIG. 35 will be described.

That is, from the timing (a) to the timing (b), the board lighting device 29 emits light in the light emission pattern 1 for demonstration. Then, when the advertisement is announced from the timing (b), the board illumination device 29 emits light in the demonstration light emission pattern 2 until the timing (c).

Then, when the caution prompting notification is executed from timing (c), the board lighting device 29 emits light in the demonstration light emission pattern 3 until timing (d). In this manner, each notification can be clearly notified by switching the light emission pattern of the board lighting device 29 according to each notification even during the demonstration effect.

Demonstration light emission pattern 1, demonstration light emission pattern 2, and demonstration light emission pattern 3 may have different emission colors, different emission speeds, and brightness (one is lit, the other is (including turning off) may be different.

Further, the ED emission pattern 1 and the demonstration emission pattern 1, the ED emission pattern 2 and the demonstration emission pattern 2, and the ED emission pattern 3 and the demonstration emission pattern 3 may have different emission colors, The light emission speed may be different, and the lightness (including one being lit and the other being extinguished) may be different.

In particular, when adopting a light emission pattern that turns off, the surroundings of the image display device 26 (for example, the part of the central character and the game area 7) are turned off, so that the display content of the image display device 26 is conspicuous. Become. Therefore, for example, in the case of executing the attention-promoting notification, if one or both of the ED light-emitting pattern 3 and the demonstration light-emitting pattern 3 are turned off, the attention-promoting notification will be more conspicuous. It is more effective in performing suitable alert promotion notification.

Note that the light emitting device 9 may emit light in the same light emission pattern as the board lighting device 29 , not limited to the board lighting device 29 .

Further, if a serious error or a minor error occurs while executing the caution prompting notification, the light emitting device 9 emits light in a light emitting pattern for notifying the error, and the board lighting device 29 emits light before the error occurs. , the light emission pattern may be continued. For example, even if a tray full error occurs during the execution of the attention prompting notification of the winning game ED, when the attention prompting notification and the display of "Please pull out the ball" are being performed on the image display device 26, for example, It is also possible to turn off the surroundings of the image display device 26 (for example, the part of the center character and the game area 7) (by the light emission pattern that is continuously executed), so that the attention promotion notification and the minor error notification can be noticed. can be made easier.

In addition, the light amount may be adjusted by the cross key button 16 during the execution of the caution prompting notification. As a result, it is possible to adjust the brightness of the board lighting device 29 and the like even during execution of the attention-promoting notification, so that the degree of freedom can be increased.

Also, the brightness of the image display device 26 may be adjusted by adjusting the amount of light using the cross key button 16 . As a result, for example, the image display device 26 can be made brighter by the player's operation during execution of the attention-promoting notification, so that the attention-promoting notification can be easily noticed by the change in brightness.

Next, using time charts 13 to 16 of FIGS. 48 to 51, the features of this embodiment will be described.

(Regarding time chart 13 in FIG. 48)
A time chart 13 in FIG. 48 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the caution promotion notification during the demonstration effect. 48, only parts different from those in FIG. 37 will be described.

In FIG. 37, when a start-up prize is generated (the first signal is input to the main control board 100) during the execution of the attention-promoting notification during the demonstration effect, the attention-promoting notification is promptly terminated and a variable display is displayed. However, in FIG. 48, when a switch input other than the starting point winning is performed during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect, what happens to the attention prompting notification during execution? is shown. As an example of another switch input, it is assumed that a game ball passes through the gate member 20 (the second signal is input to the main control board 100).

That is, when the gate passing command is received at the timing (e) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) during which the caution prompting notification is executed, the normal symbol is displayed in the normal symbol variation display area 26o of the image display device 26. Although the image is displayed in a variable manner, the attention-promoting notification is not terminated and is continued until timing (d).

That is, the normal design image of the image display device 26 is, as shown in FIG. The size is smaller than the right decorative design image 26c. Therefore, even if the attention-promoting notification is displayed on the image display device 26, there is no mutual interference, and any information can be clearly confirmed. In this way, when a switch input signal in which the display areas do not interfere with each other is performed, the attention prompting notification is displayed together without ending it, so that the chances of the player confirming the attention prompting notification are not reduced. , it is possible to execute a suitable alert promotion notification.

(Regarding time chart 14 in FIG. 49)
The time chart 14 of FIG. 49 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 during the winning game ED and the attention prompting notification. 49, only parts different from FIG. 33 will be described.

During the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration performance in FIG. On the other hand, during the execution of the attention prompting notification in the winning game ED of FIG. Even if it occurs (receipt of starting opening prize winning command), even if passage of the game ball to the gate member 20 occurs (receipt of gate passage command), the attention prompting notification is continued without ending.

In this case, for example, if the reserved storage area is empty, the reserved number image of the image display device 26 is updated, or the normal symbol image fluctuates, but until the winning game ED ends, the winning game ED Such display has priority. Therefore, the attention prompting information is continuously displayed without ending.

In this way, during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production, the attention promotion notification ends with the start entrance winning, but during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification ends with the start entrance winning. Since it does not, it is possible to execute a suitable warning prompting notification according to the situation. Further, during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect and during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the winning game ED, the attention prompting notification does not end when the gate member 20 is passed, so the player can confirm the attention prompting notification. It is possible to implement a suitable reminder notice without reducing the chances.

In FIGS. 48 and 49, as the second signal input to the main control board 100, passage of the game ball to the gate member 20 is mentioned, but it is not limited to this. A ball entry may be applied as a second signal.

(Regarding time chart 15 in FIG. 50)
A time chart 15 in FIG. 50 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect. 50, only parts different from those in FIG. 48 will be described. Also, FIG. 50 assumes a demonstration effect in the normal game state.

FIG. 48 shows how the attention-promoting notification during execution changes when a switch input other than the start-up prize is performed during the execution of the attention-promoting notification during the demonstration effect. As an example of the input, a case has been described in which a game ball passes through the gate member 20 (the second signal is input to the main control board 100). On the other hand, in FIG. 50, as an example of another switch input, an example in which a game ball passes through the out port 25 (a second signal is input to the main control board 100) will be described.

That is, at timing (e) between timing (c) and timing (d) at which the caution prompting notification is executed, if the out-port passage command is received, the caution prompting notification does not end, and timing (d) is reached. Continue running until At this time, in the main control board 100, the out-counter during normal operation is updated.

In this way, when the attention prompting notification is being executed during the demonstration effect, when the switch input signal indicating the passage of the game ball to the out port 25 is performed, in the main control board 100, in the normal out counter is updated, and in the effect control board 200, by not terminating the caution prompting notification, it is possible to accurately calculate the game performance information and execute suitable caution prompting notification.

(Regarding time chart 16 in FIG. 51)
The time chart 16 of FIG. 51 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 during the winning game ED and the attention prompting notification. 51, only parts different from FIG. 49 will be described.

In FIG. 49, when a switch input different from the start-up winning is performed during the execution of the attention prompting notification of the winning game ED, it shows how the attention prompting notification during execution becomes. As an example of the input, a case has been described in which a game ball passes through the gate member 20 (the second signal is input to the main control board 100). On the other hand, during the execution of the alert prompting notification in the winning game ED of FIG. input) will be described.

That is, at timing (f) between timing (c) and timing (d) at which the attention prompting notification is executed, when the out-port passage command is received, the attention prompting notification does not end and timing (d) is reached. Continue running until

In this way, during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production, the attention promotion notification ends with the start entrance winning, but during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification ends with the start entrance winning. Since it does not, it is possible to execute a suitable warning prompting notification according to the situation. Further, during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration performance and during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the winning game ED, the attention prompting notification does not end when the player passes through the out port 25, and during the demonstration performance in the normal game state. If so, the normal out counter is updated, so that it is possible to accurately calculate the game performance information and execute a suitable attention prompting notification.

Next, using the time charts 17 to 19 in FIGS. 52 to 54 and the animation in FIG. 55, the features of this embodiment will be described.

(Regarding time chart 17 in FIG. 52)
The time chart 17 in FIG. 52 shows a case in which the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration effect and then the power is restored. It shows the relationship between the action and the attention-promoting notification.

First, the timing (a) is the timing at which the waiting effect for waiting for customers is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the advertisement notification in the demonstration effect is turned ON.

Then, at the timing (c), it indicates that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered off due to power failure or the like. In this case, the demonstration effect that was originally scheduled to be executed until timing (e) is turned off, and the attention-promoting notification in the demonstration effect that was originally scheduled to be executed at timing (d) is not executed (dotted line indicates non-execution).

Then, at the timing (f), power is restored and the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. In this case, the image display device 26 displays an image "Restoring power", so the image during restoration is turned on.

Then, at timing (g) shortly after power is restored, the movable body initial operation is turned ON, and the movable body 28 performs the initial operation (power-on operation). Note that the initial motion of the movable body 28 is, for example, a motion for confirming whether the movable body 28 operates normally by operating it in a series of motion modes performed in a symbol variation game. Further, as shown in FIG. 55, the initial operation is performed on the front side of the image display device 26, so that part of the content displayed in the display area of the image display device 26 becomes difficult to see during the execution of the initial operation. .

Then, at the timing (h) when the movable body 28 is in the middle of the initial operation, the image during recovery is turned OFF and the customer waiting effect is turned ON. In this case, in the image display device 26, the image "power supply is being restored" is erased, and an image corresponding to the customer waiting effect is displayed.

Then, at timing (i) after a predetermined time has elapsed from timing (g), the initial movement of the movable body is turned off, the initial movement of the movable body 28 is completed, and the movable body 28 returns to the initial position.

Then, at the timing (j), the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. Then, at the subsequent timing (k), the advertisement notification is turned ON, and at the timing (l), the caution promotion notification is turned ON, and each notification is executed.

In this way, even in the case where the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration effect and then the power is restored, the initial operation of the movable body 28 is performed from the execution timing of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect. I'm trying to finish it before too long. As a result, it is possible to prevent the warning notice displayed on the image display device 26 from becoming difficult to see due to the initial movement of the movable body 28, and it is possible to execute a suitable warning notice.

(Regarding time chart 18 in FIG. 53)
The time chart 18 of FIG. 53 shows another example of a case in which the power to the pachinko game machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration effect and then the power is restored. 28 shows another example of the relationship between the initial action of T.28 and the prompting alert. That is, in FIG. 53, when the power is cut off during the demonstration effect, it is a case in which the demonstration effect is directly restored instead of the waiting effect for waiting customers. It shows the relationship with notification.

First, the timing (a) is the timing at which the waiting effect for waiting for customers is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. And when it reaches the timing (b), it shows that the power supply of the pachinko game machine 1 has been turned off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. In this case, the demonstration effect that was originally scheduled to be executed until timing (e) is turned off.

In this example, the period from when the demonstration effect is turned on until when the advertisement notification and the attention promotion notification are turned on is set longer than in the example of FIG. Therefore, between the timing (b) and the timing (e), the execution timing (c) of the advertisement notification and the execution timing (d) of the caution promotion notification are set. In this example, since the power is off during these execution timing periods, the advertisement notification and attention promotion notification in the demonstration effect that were scheduled to be executed are not executed (dotted lines indicate non-execution).

Then, at the timing (f), power is restored and the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. In this case, the image display device 26 displays an image "Restoring power", so the image during restoration is turned on.

Then, at timing (g) shortly after power is restored, the movable body initial operation is turned ON, and the movable body 28 performs the initial operation (power-on operation).

Then, at the timing (h) when the movable body 28 is in the middle of the initial operation, the image during restoration is turned OFF and the demonstration effect is turned ON. In this case, in the image display device 26, the image "Restoring power supply" is erased, and an image corresponding to the demonstration effect is displayed.

Then, at timing (i) after a predetermined time has elapsed from timing (g), the initial movement of the movable body is turned off, the initial movement of the movable body 28 is completed, and the movable body 28 returns to the initial position.

Then, at the subsequent timing (j), the advertisement information is turned ON, and at the timing (k), the warning promotion information is turned ON, and each notification is executed. Also, the demonstration effect is turned off at the timing (l) after these notifications are executed.

In this way, even in the case where the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration effect, the power is restored thereafter, and the demonstration effect is resumed without returning to the customer waiting standby effect, for example, the demonstration effect is performed. By setting a longer period from when is turned ON until the advertisement notification and the attention promotion notification are turned ON, the initial operation of the movable body 28 is completed before the execution timing of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration performance. be able to. As a result, it is possible to prevent the warning notice displayed on the image display device 26 from becoming difficult to see due to the initial movement of the movable body 28, and it is possible to execute a suitable warning notice.

(Regarding time chart 19 in FIG. 54)
The time chart 19 in FIG. 54 shows a case in which the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during a winning game and then the power is restored. It shows the relationship between the action and the attention-promoting notification. Note that FIG. 54 is different from FIGS. 52 and 53 in that it is unavoidable that the attention-promoting notification displayed on the image display device 26 becomes difficult to see due to the initial movement of the movable body 28 . be.

First, at the timing (a), the pachinko machine 1 is caused by a power failure or the like before reaching the "10" round (final round) during the winning game (for example, during the interval between the "9" round and the "10" round). is turned off.

Then, at the timing (b), power is restored and the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. In this case, the image display device 26 displays an image "Restoring power", so the image during restoration is turned on. Further, in this example, since it is assumed that the winning game is in progress, in addition to the image "Power is being restored", the image "Please continue hitting right" is displayed. Suggest that the game ball is entered into the ball.

Then, at the timing (c), the "10" round of the winning game is turned ON, indicating that the "10"th round of the winning game has started. Then, at timing (d), the movable body initial operation is turned ON, and the movable body 28 performs the initial operation (power-on operation).

Then, at the timing (e), the winning game ED is turned ON. In this case, the image corresponding to the winning game ED is displayed on the image display device 26, but due to the initial movement of the movable body 28, part of the image is difficult to see.

Then, at the subsequent timing (f), the advertisement notification is turned ON, and at the timing (g), the warning promotion notification is turned ON, and the respective notifications are executed. Further, at the timing (h) in the period when the attention prompting notification is ON, the initial motion of the movable body is turned OFF, the initial motion of the movable body 28 is completed, and the movable body 28 returns to the initial position.

In this way, when a power failure or the like occurs during a winning game and the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is cut off, depending on the timing of restoration, the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the execution period of the warning promotion notification may be performed. may be duplicated. Since such an event is unavoidable, during the demonstration effects described with reference to FIGS. At least during the demonstration effect, the player can clearly confirm the attention-promoting notification. This makes it possible to carry out a suitable warning prompting notification.

FIG. 55 is a diagram showing a display mode of the image display device 26 corresponding to the time charts 17 to 19 of FIGS. 52 to 54. FIG. (h), (j), (k), and (l) of "TC17" in FIG. 55 correspond to (h), (j), (k), and (l) in FIG. (h), (j), and (k) of "TC18" in FIG. 55 correspond to (h), (j), and (k) in FIG. 53, and (e) of "TC19" in FIG. , (f) and (g) correspond to (e), (f) and (g) of FIG.

First, at "TC17", when the customer waiting effect is turned ON at timing (h), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the customer waiting effect. That is, a telop image of "Waiting for customers" and a decorative symbol image "765" indicating the result of the previous symbol variation game are displayed. At this time, the initial movement of the movable body 28 has already been completed, so the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the customer waiting effect can be clearly confirmed.

Next, at "TC17", when the demonstration effect is turned ON at timing (j), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the demonstration effect. That is, a background image showing scenery is displayed. At this time, the initial movement of the movable body 28 has already been completed, so the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the demonstration effect can be clearly confirmed.

Next, at "TC17", when the advertisement notification is turned ON at timing (k), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the advertisement notification. That is, an image indicating the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed. At this time, the initial movement of the movable body 28 has already been completed, so the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the advertisement can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC17", when the attention-promoting notification is turned ON at timing (1), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the attention-promoting notification. That is, images that warn against excessive addiction to games, images that prohibit players under the age of 18 from playing games, images that call attention to fraudulent strategies for pachinko gaming machine 1, and fraudulent acts on pachinko gaming machine 1. An image indicating that it is a crime is displayed. At this time, the initial movement of the movable body 28 has already been completed, so that the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the caution-promoting notification can be clearly confirmed.

Next, at "TC18", when the demonstration effect is turned ON at timing (h), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the demonstration effect. That is, a background image showing scenery is displayed. At this time point, it overlaps with the execution period of the initial motion of the movable body, so it indicates that the movable body 28 is in the middle of retracting toward the initial position.

Next, at "TC18", when the advertisement notification is turned ON at timing (j), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the advertisement notification. That is, an image indicating the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed. At this time, the initial movement of the movable body 28 has already been completed, so the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the advertisement can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC18", when the attention-promoting notification is turned ON at timing (k), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the attention-promoting notification. That is, images that warn against excessive addiction to games, images that prohibit players under the age of 18 from playing games, images that call attention to fraudulent strategies for pachinko gaming machine 1, and fraudulent acts on pachinko gaming machine 1. An image indicating that it is a crime is displayed. At this time, the initial movement of the movable body 28 has already been completed, so that the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the caution-promoting notification can be clearly confirmed.

Next, at "TC19", when the winning game ED is turned ON at timing (e), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the winning game ED. That is, a background image showing a night view is displayed. At this time point, since it overlaps with the execution period of the initial action of the movable body, the movable body 28 is at the maximum movable position, and the image corresponding to the winning game ED is partially invisible.

Next, at "TC19", when the advertisement notification is turned ON at timing (f), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the advertisement notification. That is, an image indicating the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed. At this time, since it overlaps with the execution period of the initial movement of the movable body, the movable body 28 is at the maximum movable position, and a part of the image corresponding to the advertisement is difficult to see.

Next, at "TC19", when the attention-promoting notification is turned ON at timing (g), the image display device 26 displays an image corresponding to the attention-promoting notification. That is, images that warn against excessive addiction to games, images that prohibit players under the age of 18 from playing games, images that call attention to fraudulent strategies for pachinko gaming machine 1, and fraudulent acts on pachinko gaming machine 1. An image indicating that it is a crime is displayed. At this point, the movable body 28 is at the maximum movable position, and a part of the image corresponding to the advertisement notification is difficult to see.

In this way, when a power failure or the like occurs during a winning game and the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is cut off, depending on the timing of restoration, the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the execution period of the warning promotion notification may be performed. are overlapped, and the player may not be able to confirm the content of the attention-promoting notification even if it is displayed, as shown in (g) of "TC19" in FIG. Therefore, during the demonstration performance indicated by 'TC17' and 'TC18', even if the power is restored at any timing, the execution period of the initial movement of the movable body 28 and the execution period of the attention prompting notification are not overlapped. Then, as shown in (l) of "TC17" in FIG. 55 and (k) of "TC18" in FIG. becomes possible.

(Regarding production using the light guide plate 34)
Next, effects using the light guide plate 34 will be described with reference to FIGS. 56 to 58. FIG.

FIG. 56 shows an example of rendering using the light guide plate 34 . For example, in production example 1, when reach is reached in (a), the brightness of the image display device 26 is decreased in (b). Furthermore, in (c), by causing the light-emitting body provided on the side surface of the light guide plate 34 to emit light, a processed character is displayed in a predetermined area of the acrylic member. It should be noted that such character display on the light guide plate 34 is one aspect of the advance notice effect that suggests the possibility of a winning game being awarded, and the notice effect accompanied by the character display on the light guide plate 34 is selected more at the time of winning. It is easy to be chosen, and it is getting harder to be chosen when it is lost. Therefore, when the characters are displayed on the light guide plate 34, the player can have a high expectation that a winning game will be awarded.

In addition, production example 2 represents execution timing different from production example 1, during execution of super reach in (a), just before judgment production by pressing the production button 14 shown in (c) (b) indicates that the forewarning effect accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 has been executed. In this way, during the period in which the symbol variation game is being played, it is possible to execute the advance notice effect accompanied by character display on the light guide plate 34 at a plurality of timings. In the production using the light guide plate 34, as shown in FIG. You can also direct like this.

(Regarding time chart 20 in FIG. 57)
The time chart 20 of FIG. 57 shows the relationship between the execution timing of the announcement effect (hereinafter referred to as "light guide plate effect") accompanied by character display on the light guide plate 34 and the winning game ED.

First, the timing (a) is the timing when the variation display of the symbol variation game becomes ready. In this case, as described in the presentation example 1 of FIG. 56, the light guide plate presentation becomes executable, and when it is selected as the advance notice presentation, the light guide plate presentation is executed.

Next, timing (b) is the timing when the variation display of the symbol variation game changes from ready-to-win to super-to-win. Then, at the timing (c) while Super Reach is being performed, the light guide plate effect becomes executable as described in Example 2 of effect in FIG. will be executed.

Then, at the timing (d), the variation display in the symbol variation game is confirmed and displayed, and for example, the decorative symbol image of “777” is displayed on the image display device 26 . Also, the winning game is turned on, and the light emission pattern of the board illumination device 29 is switched from the light emission pattern for variation display to the light emission pattern for the winning game.

Then, at timing (e), the winning game ED is turned on, and the light emission pattern of the board illumination device 29 is switched from the winning game light emission pattern to the ED light emission pattern. Although detailed description is omitted, the ED light emission pattern includes the ED light emission pattern 1, the ED light emission pattern 2, and the ED light emission pattern 3 described above.

Then, at the subsequent timing (f), the advertisement notification is turned ON, and at the timing (g), the warning promotion notification is turned ON, and the respective notifications are executed. On the other hand, the light guide plate effect is never executed in the winning game or the winning game ED, and is not executed in the winning game or the winning game ED. As a result, for example, when the attention prompting notification is displayed in the winning game ED, it is possible to prevent the displayed attention prompting notification from becoming difficult to see due to the execution of the light guide plate effect, which is preferable. It is possible to execute a warning prompting notification.

It should be noted that, not limited to this, when the attention prompting information is displayed in the winning game ED, for example, the light guide plate effect may be executed as the promotion effect shown in FIG. Specifically, by executing the light guide plate effect in FIGS. 67(b) and (c), it is notified that the probability variation gaming state is entered.

(Regarding time chart 21 in FIG. 58)
A time chart 21 in FIG. 58 shows the relationship between the execution timing of the announcement effect accompanied by character display on the light guide plate 34 (hereinafter referred to as "light guide plate effect") and the demonstration effect.

First, timing (a) indicates that the variation display of the symbol variation game is turned off (determined display if lost), and the light emission pattern for variation display is switched to the light emission pattern for waiting for customers.

Then, at timing (b), the customer waiting effect is turned on, and an image corresponding to the customer waiting effect is displayed on the image display device 26 . Then, at timing (c), the customer waiting effect is turned off, the demonstration effect is turned on, and an image corresponding to the customer waiting effect is displayed on the image display device 26 . Also, the light emission pattern of the board illumination device 29 is switched from the light emission pattern for waiting for customers to the light emission pattern for demonstration. Although detailed description is omitted, the demonstration light emission pattern includes the demonstration light emission pattern 1, the demonstration light emission pattern 2, and the demonstration light emission pattern 3 described above.

Then, at the subsequent timing (d), the advertisement notification is turned ON, and at the timing (e), the caution promotion notification is turned ON, and each notification is executed. On the other hand, the light guide plate effect is never executable in the demonstration effect, and is not executed in the demo effect. As a result, for example, when the attention-promoting information is displayed in the demonstration effect, it is possible to prevent the displayed attention-promoting information from becoming difficult to see due to the execution of the light guide plate effect. It is possible to execute attention prompting notification.

Next, using the time charts 22 and 23 of FIGS. 59 and 60, the features of this embodiment will be described.

(Regarding time chart 22 in FIG. 59)
The time chart 22 of FIG. 59 assumes a situation in which power is supplied to the effect control board 200 but power is not supplied to the main control board 100 due to connection failure or the like. Also, the effect control board 200 to which the power is supplied displays an alert prompting notification image on the image display device 26 . When the abnormal connection or the like of the main control board 100 is resolved and the power is supplied to the main control board 100 while the attention prompting notification image is being displayed, display control on the effect control board 200 side is shown. there is It should be noted that this situation can occur either during the execution of the caution prompting notification in the winning game ED or during the execution of the caution prompting notification in the demonstration effect.

That is, until the timing (a), the power supply to the main control board 100 is turned off due to a connection abnormality or the like. On the other hand, it indicates that the power supply to the effect control board 200 is always ON.

In addition, until the timing (a), the caution prompting notification is ON, and the caution prompting notification image on the image display device 26 is ON.

Then, at the timing (a), the connection abnormality or the like of the main control board 100 is resolved, the power of the main control board 100 is turned on, and a power-on command or a power restoration command is transmitted to the effect control board 200 along with this. , indicates that the power-on (restoration) command reception has been turned ON.

Also, at timing (a), when the power-on (restoration) command reception is turned ON, the caution promotion notification that was originally scheduled to be executed until timing (b) is turned OFF, and the caution promotion notification image on the image display device 26 is turned OFF. becomes. In addition, the image during power-on (restoration) in the image display device 26 is turned ON. That is, when the power-on (restoration) command reception is turned on, the image display device 26 displays the power-on (restoration) in progress image instead of (erasing) the caution prompting notification image.

In this way, when the power supply of the main control board 100 is restored while the attention prompting notification is being performed on the effect control board 200 side, the attention prompting notification is ended and the power supply (restoration) is notified. made it In other words, when it becomes necessary to perform a notification with a higher priority than the attention-promoting notification, the attention-promoting notification is terminated and a notification with a higher priority than the attention-promoting notification is performed. As a result, it is possible to recognize that the power is supplied to the main control board 100, and it is possible to make an accurate notification according to the situation.

(Regarding time chart 23 in FIG. 60)
The time chart 23 of FIG. 60 assumes a situation in which the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is interrupted due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, and then the power is restored at the execution timing of the winning game ED.

That is, the timing (a) indicates that the power is turned off and power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1 . In addition, the timing is the timing when the winning game is ON and the winning game ED is ON.

At the timing (b), the power is restored and the power is turned on, and the image during power-on (restoration) is turned on. That is, on the image display device 26, an image such as "power on" or "power recovery in progress" is displayed. In this example, it is assumed that the power is turned on at a timing (for example, about "0.5 S") shortly after the winning game ED is turned on.

And, if it is originally, the advertisement notification is performed at the timing (c) during the winning game ED, and the attention promotion notification is performed at the timing (d), but the image during recovery is turned ON from the timing (b). Therefore, the advertisement notification and the caution promotion notification are never turned ON. In other words, the display of the image during power-on (recovery) is prioritized over the advertisement notification and the caution promotion notification.

Then, at the timing (e), the winning game and the winning game ED are turned off, and when a command for the next symbol variation game is received at the timing (f), the image during power-on (restoration) is turned off, and the next symbol is entered. An image or the like relating to the variable display of the variable game is displayed.

In this way, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 recovers power at the execution timing of the winning game ED, the power is turned off without executing the advertisement notification and caution promotion notification, which were originally scheduled to be executed in the winning game ED. Priority is given to the fact that it has been turned on (restored). In other words, when it becomes necessary to perform a notification with a higher priority than the attention-promoting notification, the attention-promoting notification is terminated and a notification with a higher priority than the attention-promoting notification is performed. As a result, it is possible to grasp that the pachinko game machine 1 has been supplied with power, and it is possible to make an accurate notification according to the situation.

Next, using the time chart 24 of FIG. 61 and the animation of FIG. 62, the features of this embodiment will be described.

(Regarding time chart 24 in FIG. 61)
The time chart 24 in FIG. 61 shows that the player has operated the cross key button 16 to adjust the sound volume (light amount) during the execution of the attention prompting notification during the demonstration effect.

That is, at the timing (a), it indicates that the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demonstration effect is turned on. It should be noted that since the customer waiting waiting effect and the demonstration effect are in a silent state, the effect sound is OFF. On the other hand, although the effect sound is OFF, the volume (light amount) adjustment by operating the cross key button 16 is "enabled".

Then, at timing (b), the advertisement notification is turned ON, and when the advertisement notification is turned OFF, at the timing (c), the caution promotion notification is turned ON. Then, the attention prompting notification is executed for "3S" up to the timing (d).

Then, at the timing (f), the player operates the cross key button 16 to turn on the volume (light amount) adjustment operation, and the sound volume (light amount) for notifying that the volume value (light amount value) has been changed. ), the adjustment sound is turned ON. It should be noted that the same applies to timing (g), that is, it indicates that the volume value (light amount value) has been changed by two levels during the execution of the caution prompting notification. Then, at the timing (d), the attention promoting notification is turned off, and at the timing (e), the demonstration effect is turned off and the customer waiting effect is turned on again.

In this way, by making it possible to adjust the sound volume (light amount) even when the attention-promoting notification is being performed in the demonstration production, for example, when the attention-promoting notification is being performed, a new game can be started. Even when a player sits down and changes the sound volume value, the change can be made immediately and the needs of the player can be flexibly accommodated.

In addition, although there is no sound during the execution of the attention prompting notification in the demonstration production, when the volume (light amount) adjustment operation is performed, the volume (light amount) adjustment sound is output to notify the player of the attention prompting notification. It is possible to make the user recognize that the volume value (light amount value) has been changed while confirming the change.

62(a), (b), and (f) of "TC24" show the above time chart 24 in the display mode of the image display device 26. FIG. Note that (a), (b), and (f) are the same as those described above, so descriptions thereof will be omitted.

That is, when the volume (light amount) adjustment operation is turned ON at the timing (f) of "TC24" in FIG. is displayed on the front side of the caution promotion notification image.

It should be noted that the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b may be displayed in a small size so as not to overlap the attention prompting notification image so that the player can clearly confirm the attention prompting notification. In addition, a display device separate from the image display device 26 is provided, and the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b is displayed on the display device, so that the player can clearly confirm the attention prompting notification. good too. In addition, the player may be able to clearly confirm the caution promotion notification by outputting only the volume (light amount) adjustment sound and not displaying the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b. Also, the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b may be displayed in a lighter color than when normal volume (light amount) adjustment is performed, so that the player can clearly confirm the caution prompting notification.

(Second embodiment)
A second embodiment of the present invention will be described below. In addition, in the second embodiment, only the parts that are different from the first embodiment will be described, and the detailed description of the parts that are common to the first embodiment and the description of the drawings will be omitted.

(About the special design decision table)
The special symbol determination table of FIG. 63(A) differs from the special symbol determination table of FIG. 6(A) in that it has a "special symbol C" to which "2" rounds are awarded as the number of awarded rounds. That is, as a result of entering the game ball into the first starting port 21, when the result is "win", the main CPU 101 displays "special symbol A", "special symbol B", "special symbol C", "special symbol D", one of the special symbols is determined. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, obtain a random number for determining the special symbol, refer to the obtained random number for determining the special symbol, select any special symbol decide. For example, if the obtained random number for determining the special design is "0 to 9", "special design A" is determined, and if the obtained random number for determining the special design is "10 to 54", "special design B". is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "55 to 64", "special symbol C" is determined, and if the random number for determining the acquired special symbol is "65 to 99", "special symbol D" is determined. Also, in the case of "losing", the main CPU 101 determines a "special symbol E".

Further, when the result of entering the game ball into the second starting port 22 is "hit", the main CPU 101 selects one of the special symbols from "special symbol F" and "special symbol G". decide. Also, in the case of "losing", the main CPU 101 determines a "special symbol H". Note that the probability (distribution) is the same as in FIG. 6, so the description is omitted.

In FIG. 6, although not particularly shown, in the case of winning special symbols, a winning game ED is executed. That is, "existence" is defined as the winning game ED. On the other hand, in FIG. 63, for "special symbol A", "special symbol B", "special symbol D", "special symbol F", and "special symbol G", the winning game ED is "present". However, for the "special symbol C", the winning game ED is "no". That is, the winning game ED is not executed for the "special symbol C". Note that FIG. 63(B) is the same as FIG. 6, so the description is omitted.

Further, as shown in FIG. 64, "special symbol A" (first type jackpot 1), "special symbol D" (first type jackpot 4), "special symbol F" (first type jackpot 5), "special Symbol G" (first type jackpot 6), the opening and closing door of the big winning opening 24 opens 29.5 seconds per round, and detects the entry of "10" game balls, or detects the entry of "10" balls. When 29.5 S elapses before the entry of the game ball is detected, the open/close door of the big winning opening 24 is closed. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the next round is started, and this is performed for "10" rounds. It should be noted that after the end of the "10" round, the winning game ending (for example, 10S) is entered.

"Special pattern B" (first type jackpot 2) opens the opening and closing door of the big winning port 24 for 29.5 seconds per round, and detects the entry of "10" game balls, or "10" When 29.5S elapses before detecting the entry of the game ball of the ball, the open/close door of the big winning opening 24 is closed. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the next round is started, and this is repeated for "5" rounds. It should be noted that after the end of the "5" rounds, it shifts to the winning game ending (for example, 10S).

"Special symbol C" (first type jackpot 3) opens the opening and closing door of the big winning port 24 for 1.8 seconds per round, and detects the entry of "10" game balls, or "10" When 1.8 S elapses before the entry of the game ball of the ball is detected, the open/close door of the big winning opening 24 is closed. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the next round is started, and this is performed for "2" rounds. It should be noted that after the end of the "2" round, it does not shift to the winning game ending, for example, shifts to a state (screen) that informs that it shifts to the variable probability game state.

FIG. 65 shows an embodiment of alert promotion notification in the image display device 26 according to the second embodiment.

First, FIG. 65(a) shows that the symbol variation game is being played on the image display device 26, and it is assumed that "special symbol C" in FIG. 63 is hit. Then, FIG. 65(b) shows that the decorative symbol image "774" has been confirmed and displayed. When "special symbol C" is won, the left decorative symbol image 26a, the right decorative symbol image 26c, and the middle decorative symbol image 26b are stopped in this order without particularly reaching, and the decorative symbol image "774" is displayed. Confirm display. It should be noted that it is also possible to make it appear that the reach is lost after performing the reach, and to reversely confirm and display "774".

In addition, in FIG. 65(b), after the decorative symbol image "774" is confirmed and displayed, the big winning opening 24 is opened, and "1.8S" is opened for "2" rounds per "1" round. The interval between rounds is, for example, "1 S". 6S", the winning game ends.

In this way, when it hits the game with "special symbol C", it suddenly hits the game and then ends the hit game in a short period of "4.6S", so do not perform the hit game ED. It is configured. In other words, in the case of the special symbol C, the player reaches a winning game, and the feeling that the player has fully played the winning game is weaker than other special symbols (for example, special symbol A). In the special design, the winning game ED to be executed is not executed. In addition, it suddenly hits the game, and then ends the hit game in a short period of "4.6 S", and shifts to the probability variation game state of (c) described later, so the player suddenly shifted to the probability variation game state. In order to give that surprise, there is also an aspect that the winning game ED is not executed.

Then, in FIG. 65(c), the probability variable gaming state is entered, and the image display device 26 displays a display such as "RUSH rush!!" for notifying that the probability variable gaming state has been entered, and a "right shot image". ing.

In this way, after the end of the winning game, without executing the winning game ED, when shifting to the variable probability game state, as shown in FIG. It is executed at the start of the next symbol variation game). It should be noted that even if the attention promotion notification is performed at the start of the next variation, even if the execution time is the same as the execution time when the attention promotion notification is performed during the winning game ED or when the attention promotion notification is performed during the demonstration production good. In addition, the display size, design, etc. (display mode of attention-promoting notification) may be the same display mode as in the case of performing the attention-promoting notification during the winning game ED or the case of performing the attention-promoting notification during the demonstration effect. As a result, even if there is no winning game ED and the attention prompting notification cannot be executed, the attention prompting notification can be suitably executed at the start of the next variation, and the display data of the attention prompting notification for the next variation can be independently displayed. Since there is no need to store it, it can contribute to reduction of the display data storage area.

It should be noted that in the case of performing the attention prompting notification at the start of the next fluctuation, there is no particular need to limit the notice at the start of the fluctuation to be executed. For example, as the notice at the start of the fluctuation, there is a speech notice in which a character image is displayed soon after the fluctuation starts, and a dialogue image is displayed to indicate the degree of expectation of winning a winning game. As shown in FIG. 65, since the character image is displayed in front of the caution-promoting notification image, part of the caution-promoting notification image is difficult to see.

In this case, the visibility of the attention-promoting notification is impaired. However, for example, if the hit game is reached with the "special symbol C", a flag to that effect is stored, and if the flag is stored when determining the advance notice of the next variation after the end of the hit game. , and not selecting the advance notice at the time of fluctuation start, the control load of the sub CPU 201 becomes larger. Therefore, even if there is a concern that a part of the caution promotion notification image may become difficult to see, the notification at the start of fluctuation to be executed is not particularly limited. As a result, it is possible not only to prevent an increase in the control load on the sub CPU 201, but also to prevent the production interest from deteriorating due to placing too much importance on the attention-promoting notification.

Other examples of the notice at the start of fluctuation include, for example, notice of the movable body 28 operating in front of the image display device 26, and notice of darkening in which the screen appears to be turned off at the start of fluctuation. be done. In any case, part or all of the attention-promoting notification becomes invisible, but for the reason described above, the execution is not restricted.

It should be noted that, in the case of performing the caution prompting notification at the start of the next fluctuation, it is of course possible to limit the notice at the start of the fluctuation to be executed. Note that the specific processing is as described above. In this case, for example, in the first symbol variation game after a winning game, which is a variation that draws a lot of attention from the player, the player can clearly see the attention-promoting notification.

In addition, the attention-promoting notification itself may serve as an advance notice. In this case, for example, it is usually displayed with a white background and a design of red letters "Beware of getting addicted to games", but it is possible to display a caution promotion notification image with a design different from this normal design. , the degree of expectation for the winning game in the next variation may be suggested. As a result, a player who knows that the attention-promoting notification plays a role of an advance notice becomes interested in the attention-promoting notification, and can execute a suitable attention-promoting notification.

In addition, when the next variation is a winning game, the attention promotion notification image may not be displayed. As a result, the player who knows that the winning game is determined by not executing the caution-promoting notification becomes interested in the attention-promoting notification, and can execute a suitable caution-promoting notification.

Moreover, in the second embodiment, the winning game ED was not performed for the winning of the "special symbol C", but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the execution time of the winning game ED may be shorter than that of the winning game ED with other special symbols (for example, about "2S"). Even when the winning game ED is performed in such a short execution time, it is sufficient to perform the attention promoting notification at the start of the next variation. That is, if it is different from the execution time of the winning game ED in other special symbols, (Different means that if the winning game ED is not performed, the winning game ED is performed, but the ED execution time is longer than the winning game ED in other special symbols. If it is short, it is possible to perform an attention-promoting notification at the start of the next fluctuation.

(Third embodiment)
A third embodiment of the present invention will be described below. In addition, in the third embodiment, only the parts that are different from the first embodiment will be explained, and the detailed explanation of the parts that are common with the first embodiment and the explanation of the drawings will be omitted.

FIG. 66 is a probability variation information distribution table, and the table is stored in the sub ROM 202. FIG. For example, when the sub CPU 201 receives a symbol designation command designating "special symbol B" shown in FIG. do.

For example, pattern matching (re-fluctuation) is determined at a ratio of "60/100", during a winning game is determined at a rate of "30/100", and winning game ED is determined at a rate of "10/100".

Pattern matching (re-fluctuation) means that at the timing of notifying that it is a winning game with a decorative pattern image, for example, the decorative pattern image "777" is displayed for confirmation, and after the winning game, the transition to the variable game state. inform. In addition, it also includes a re-variation in which the decorative design image "666" is once temporarily stopped and the decorative design image "777" is reversed to be fixedly displayed.

During the winning game means that during the winning game, the characters are directed to confront each other, and the character on the player side performs an effect that wins, and after the winning game, it is notified that the game will shift to a variable probability game state. do.

The winning game ED informs that the winning game shifts to the normal game state until the winning game ED, and reversely informs that the winning game shifts to the variable probability game state. In this winning game ED, reversely, the execution mode of attention promoting notification in the case of notifying that the winning game shifts to the variable probability game state will be described with reference to FIG. 67 .

FIG. 67( a ) shows that the winning game ED is being performed on the image display device 26 . At this time, after the winning game, it is notified that the state will be shifted to the normal game state, and the movable body 28 is also positioned at the initial position.

FIG. 67(b) shows a promotion effect (effect to show that it has been promoted to a probability variable gaming state), and is originally the timing of performing advertisement notification in the winning game ED (for example, (b )), and at that timing, the movable body 28 is positioned at the maximum movable position without executing the advertisement notification, and a rainbow-colored effect image or the like is displayed on the image display device 26 (not shown). ).

FIG. 67(c) shows the continuation of the promotion effect, and is originally the timing to perform the attention promotion notification in the winning game ED (for example, see (c) in "TC1" in FIG. 40), and at the timing , the movable body 28 continues to be positioned at the maximum movable position without executing the caution prompting notification, and the rainbow colored effect image or the like continues to be displayed (not shown) on the image display device 26 .

FIG. 67(d) notifies the transition to the probability variable gaming state, and shows the process in which the movable body 28, which was in the maximum movable position, is housed in the initial position. Then, as shown in FIG. 68(e), the alert promotion notification is executed at the start of the next variation (the next symbol variation game after the winning game is finished). It should be noted that the configuration (execution period, display mode, notice, etc.) for performing caution prompting notification for the next change may apply mutatis mutandis the contents described in the second embodiment.

In this way, when executing the promotion effect to the probability variable gaming state in the winning game ED, the movement of the movable body 28 and the display related to the promotion effect (rainbow color effect image etc. described above) are performed. Notification, etc. cannot be carried out. In this case, as shown in FIG. 67(e), by executing the attention promotion notification at the start of the next variation, even if the attention promotion notification cannot be executed in the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification is preferably executed. be able to.

(Fourth embodiment)
A fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described below. In addition, in the fourth embodiment, only the parts that are different from the first embodiment will be explained, and the detailed explanation of the parts that are common with the first embodiment and the explanation of the drawings will be omitted.

FIG. 68 shows a plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1, a network 500 connected to them, and a management device 600 connected to the network 500. FIG. For example, when a player inserts his or her membership card into the game ball lending device, the member ID recorded on the membership card is sent to the network 500 and can be compared with the member ID managed by the management device 600 .

Here, the player or his/her family can declare in advance the upper limit of use of the game medium or valuable value medium and have it registered in the management device 600 . Then, in the management device 600, the member ID of the player who has declared in advance and the upper limit of usage are linked and stored, and the player who has declared in advance can play the game via the network 500. If so (for example, it is determined that a game is being played by inserting a owned member card), the usage status of game media or valuable value media is monitored.

Specifically, when the ball lending button 12 is operated, the number of operations is transmitted to the management device 600, and the usage status is monitored based on the number of operations. In addition, when a game is played using game media recorded on a member card, the number of game media recorded at each predetermined timing is transmitted to the management device 600, and the number of recorded game media is counted. Monitor usage based on numbers.

Then, for example, when reaching the use upper limit declared in advance, or when reaching a predetermined value immediately before reaching the use upper limit, a signal for executing the attention prompting notification is sent to the effect control board 200 The effect control board 200 that has sent the information and entered it executes the attention prompting notification. That is, the image display device 26 is displayed with the message "Be careful not to become addicted to the game." As a result, the execution of the attention prompting notification reaches the use upper limit value declared in advance or reaches a predetermined value immediately before reaching the use upper limit value, so that the player is urged to keep calm. and can perform a suitable alert promotion notification.

It should be noted that the attention-promoting notification in the fourth embodiment may directly notify that the use upper limit value is approaching or that the use upper limit value has been reached. For example, as the warning notification, the contents such as "The upper limit of use is approaching" or "The upper limit of use has been reached" may be displayed.

The details of the means and the like described in the game machine will be described.
Special game determination means (eg, main CPU 101) for determining whether or not to execute a special game (eg, winning game) advantageous to the player; Identification information display means (for example, the first special symbol display device 27a, the second special symbol display device 27b, the image display device 26) for stopping display (determined display) of the identification information corresponding to the result, and the fluctuation over a predetermined time Demonstration effect execution control means (for example, sub CPU 201) capable of executing a demonstration effect when no display is performed, and the demonstration effect is executed at least when the special game is being executed (for example, winning game ED). Attention-promoting notification execution control means ( For example, the sub CPU 201) is provided, and the termination condition for terminating the attention promotion notification being executed in the special game and the termination condition for terminating the attention promotion notification being executed in the demonstration effect are different. (For example, in the winning game ED, it does not end when the game ball enters the first start port 21, but in the demonstration production, it ends when the game ball enters the first start port 21), It is characterized by

Details of the means and the like when applying the above game machine to the pachinko game machine will be described.
Determining whether or not to execute a special game (for example, winning game) advantageous to the player based on the game ball entering the starting port (for example, the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22) and a special game determination means (for example, the main CPU 101) that starts the variable display of the identification information based on the entry of the game ball into the starting hole, and stops the variable display as the variable time elapses. Identification information display means for displaying the result of the determination (e.g., first special symbol display device 27a, second special symbol display device 27b, image display device 26), and if the variable display is not performed over a predetermined time, Demonstration effect execution control means (for example, sub CPU 201) capable of executing a demonstration effect, and at least when the special game is being executed (for example, winning game ED) and when the demonstration effect is being executed, the game Attention promotion notification execution control means (for example, sub CPU 201) capable of executing attention promotion notification (for example, display of "Let's be careful not to get addicted to games") for calling a player to a predetermined attention. In addition, the termination condition for terminating the attention prompting notification being executed in the special game and the termination condition for terminating the attention prompting notification being executed in the demonstration effect are different (for example, winning game ED , the game does not end when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, but ends when the game ball enters the first starting port 21 in the demonstration effect.

In this embodiment, a pachinko game machine was used as an example, but the contents described in this embodiment can also be applied to a reel-type game machine (slot machine), or a rock-and-ball game machine. It can also be applied to an arrange ball game machine.

1 Pachinko game machine 14 Effect button 21 First start port 22 Second start port 26 Image display device 100 Main control board 101 Main CPU
200 Production control board 201 Sub CPU

Claims (1)

a game area in which a game ball can flow down and which has a normal path and a specific path different from the normal path;
special game determination means for determining whether or not to execute a special game advantageous to the player;
identification information display means for performing variable display of the identification information, and statically displaying the identification information corresponding to the result of the determination after the variable display;
a game state control means capable of controlling a normal game state and a specific game state more advantageous to the player than the normal game state;
a demonstration effect execution control means capable of executing a demonstration effect when the variable display is not performed for a predetermined time;
Attention-promoting notification execution control capable of executing an attention-promoting notification for calling a predetermined attention to a player on a display means when the special game end effect is being executed and when the demonstration effect is being executed. means and
sound output means capable of outputting a predetermined effect sound;
volume adjustment operation means for adjusting the volume of the predetermined effect sound;
adjustment status notification control means capable of executing notification of the adjustment status by the volume adjustment operation means on the display means;
Promotion notification means capable of executing promotion notification to encourage shooting of game balls toward the specific path when the specific game state is controlled;
with
The demonstration effect has a first period and a second period, which is different from the first period and in which the attention-promoting notification can be executed,
the light-emitting means can emit light in a first light-emitting mode during the first period, and the light-emitting means can emit light in a second light-emitting mode different from the first light-emitting mode during the second period;
The sound output means is capable of outputting an adjustment sound accompanying the operation when the volume adjustment operation means is operated,
When the volume adjustment operation means is operated while the attention promotion notification is being performed in the demonstration effect, the volume adjustment and the notification of the adjustment status can be performed,
Even if the notification of the adjustment status is executed, the warning promotion notification is continued without ending,
Although the predetermined effect sound is not output when the attention prompting notification is being executed in the demonstration effect, the adjustment sound associated with the operation can be output,
During the execution of the special game, a first effect sound out of the predetermined effect sounds can be output, and when the attention prompting notification is executed in the end effect of the special game, the predetermined effect sound is output. A second effect sound different from the first effect sound can be output,
The promotion notification means is
While the promotion notification is not executed when the attention promotion notification is being executed in the demonstration effect in the normal game state,
When the attention promotion notification is being executed in the demonstration effect in the specific game state, the promotion notification can be executed,
A gaming machine characterized by:

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