JP7450152B2 - pachinko machine - Google Patents

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Regarding pachinko gaming machines.

In Pachinko gaming machines, which are currently the most popular, when a game ball enters the starting slot, a pattern called a "special pattern" (or main pattern) changes on the 7-segment display. When the special symbol is displayed and the special symbol becomes a specific pattern (for example, "7"), a special gaming state where the profit state is higher for the player than the normal gaming state {big prize opening (so-called attacker) that is normally closed This is a type of machine (so-called ``first-class Pachinko game machine'') that shifts to a game with content that is released under predetermined conditions. Here, in order to reduce the burden of display control of special symbols that are directly connected to the player's profits, in addition to the above-mentioned "special symbols," we call them "decorative symbols" that are used for presentation to increase the interest of the game. The performance symbols displayed are variably displayed on a display, such as a liquid crystal display, which is larger in size than the display section, in synchronization with the fluctuations of the special symbols. When the special symbol starts to change, the decorative symbol also starts to fluctuate accordingly, and when the special symbol stops in a specific manner (for example, "7"), the decorative symbol also changes in a predetermined manner (for example, "7"). It will stop at "777"). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game has been finalized because the decorative symbols have stopped in a predetermined manner.

This mechanism is common to this type of pachinko machine, so in order to differentiate it from other types of pachinko machines, we need to devise ways to create a high level of interest in the overall performance, including the variation of the symbols. The focus is on whether to grant it. For example, you can temporarily stop a fluctuating "decorative pattern" and then restart it, or hide a fluctuating "decorative pattern" and display a highly interesting moving image instead. One such method is to improve the interest of the game through presentation methods such as the following. In addition, in this type of Pachinko game machine, the game board is provided with game parts such as a center decoration to help improve the interest of the game.

JP2018-140111

When such a game component is attached to a game board, a game ball flowing down the game board may collide with the screw that attaches the game component, causing the screw to loosen. In this way, if the screws are loose, the game balls will overlap at the part where the screws are loosened, which will prevent the game balls from flowing down, making it impossible to play, which will impair the player's enjoyment of the game. It becomes a cause. Therefore, there is a demand for a pachinko game machine that can prevent players from losing interest in the game.

A game board on which game balls can flow,
A transparent plate provided on the front of the game board,
Multiple game nails planted on the game board,
A predetermined screw provided on the flow path of the game ball and screwing the game component onto the game board;
The wall surface of the game component where the game ball may come into contact with the highest point through which the game ball passes.
Equipped with
The wall surface is angled so that the game ball is directed toward the player,
The predetermined screw is fixed at a position lower than the wall surface,
A first length that is a predetermined ratio of the length in the longitudinal direction of the predetermined game nail that is implanted at a position closest to the predetermined screw is implanted in the game board,
The second length, which is the predetermined proportion of the longitudinal length of the predetermined screw, is screwed into the game board, and the third length of the predetermined screw is the predetermined length of the predetermined screw. In a state where it protrudes from the board,
The structure is such that the value obtained by subtracting the third length from the length from the game board to the transparent plate is equal to or larger than the diameter of the game ball.
A pachinko game machine characterized by:

According to the pachinko game machine according to this aspect, even if the screws that attach the game components to the game board become loose, the game balls can flow downward without being obstructed. play.

FIG. 1 is a front view of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 3 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 5 is a main flowchart on the main control board side of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the Pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of electric accessory drive determination processing on the main control board side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main control board side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the Pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the Pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the Pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the Pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of special game operating condition determination processing on the main control board side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main control board side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the Pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of reservation information management processing on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is an example of a decorative symbol production table on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is an example of a decorative symbol production table on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the first decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the second decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of background effect control processing on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is an example of a decorative pattern production table on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to Modification Example 1 from the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is an example of a decorative pattern presentation table on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to Modification Example 1 from the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is an example of a decorative pattern presentation table on the sub-main control section side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is an example of a decorative pattern production table on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the second modification from the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the decorative pattern display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment. FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the determination of loading and stopping symbols on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment. FIG. 33 is an image diagram of the display mode of decorative symbols on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment. FIG. 34 is an example of a decorative pattern production table on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment. FIG. 35 is an example of a decorative pattern production table on the sub-main control section side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment. FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the first decorative pattern display control process on the sub-main control section side in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment. FIG. 37 is a flowchart of special game-related display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment. FIG. 38 is a diagram related to the configuration of the effect display device in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment. FIG. 39 is an image diagram of transparent effect execution in the pachinko gaming machine according to modification example 3 of the present embodiment. FIG. 40 is an explanatory diagram of game components in the Pachinko game machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 41 is a sectional view of the game board in the Pachinko game machine according to this embodiment. FIG. 42 is an explanatory diagram of the ball return prevention member in the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment.

First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be explained. "Entering a ball" includes not only entering a prize where a prize ball is paid out, but also passing through a gate where a prize ball is not paid out. "Open state, open state" and "closed state, closed state" mean, for example, in the configuration of a general big prize opening (so-called attacker), the open state (state where the lid of the big prize opening is open) = It is an easy winning state, and the closed state (the state where the lid of the big winning opening is closed) = a winning not easy state. Furthermore, for example, a state in which the lid (shutter) protrudes from the game board (on the player's side) (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the advanced state) and a state in which the lid (shutter) is retracted into the game board (on the side opposite to the player's side) (hereinafter referred to as the advanced state) In a configuration (so-called vero type attacker) that can adopt a state (sometimes referred to as a retreat state), the advance state = easy winning state, and the retreat state = difficult winning state. "Random number" is a random number used in a lottery (electronic computer lottery) to determine some kind of game content in pachinko gaming machines, and includes not only random numbers in a narrow sense but also pseudo-random numbers (for example, as a random number, a hard Random numbers, pseudo-random numbers (soft random numbers). For example, it determines the so-called "basic random numbers" that affect the results of games, specifically the "winning random numbers (random numbers for winning/losing drawings)" related to the transition to special games, and the fluctuation mode (or fluctuation time) of identification information. ``Fluctuating pattern determining random number'' to determine the stopping pattern, ``symbol determining random number'' to determine the stopping pattern, and ``winning pattern determining random number'' to determine whether to move to a specific game (for example, a probability variable game) after the special game. be able to. Note that when determining the content of the variation mode, the content of the confirmed identification information, etc., it is not necessary to use all of these random numbers, and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. In addition, in this specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of a random number or a plurality of random numbers, but the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of a number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers. ) is referred to as one random number. ). Further, for example, one type of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another type of random number (for example, a symbol determining random number). "Game state" means, for example, a special game state in which the big prize opening can be opened, or a non-probability fluctuating game state (low probability state) in which the lottery probability of transitioning to the special game state is a predetermined value. A variable probability gaming state (high probability state) with a high lottery probability for transitioning to a gaming state, and an auxiliary gaming state (so-called high base state, e.g. starting If a variable member is attached to the mouth, it is possible to lengthen the opening period of the variable member, increase the probability of winning the opening of the variable member, and shorten the notification time of the result of the variable member opening lottery. A state where all of these are valid or a state where at least one of these is valid), a non-subsidized game state (low base state) where there is no support for winning in the starting opening that triggers the lottery to move to a special game, etc. A combination of one or more of the following. "Fluctuating display suspension time" is the time for which identification information is held in a stopped state when the fluctuating display of identification information is stopped.If there is a hold remaining after the fluctuating display stops, this fluctuating display suspension time is After the period has elapsed, the fluctuation related to the remaining suspension is started (the fluctuation start condition and the validity judgment permission condition are satisfied). In addition, in this specification, "identification information" may be referred to as a main game symbol (special symbol) or a decorative symbol (a performance symbol, a design). The main game design (special design) is identification information that is displayed and controlled on the main control board side, and the decorative design (design for performance, illustration) is identification information as a performance that is displayed on the sub-control board side. It is. "Identification information can be displayed" is not limited to the display method, and includes, for example, light emitted by a light emitting means (e.g. liquid crystal, LED, 7-segment) (including not only the presence or absence of light emission but also differences in color), physical (For example, the symbols drawn on the reel strip are stopped and displayed at a predetermined position). "Production" refers to display content that increases the interest of the game, such as changes/stops of identification information, notices, etc., moving images such as animation and live-action, still images such as pictures, photographs, characters, etc. A combination of these can be mentioned. The "decorative design" may be in any form as long as the type of design can be identified through the five senses (visual, auditory, tactile, etc.), but is preferably an image object such as a card shape or character shape. Visual items, such as numbers (including Chinese numerals), alphabets, letters, symbols, pictures, designs, etc., are described. Then, by finally stopping and displaying the image objects with the same combination of numbers and symbols on the active line, it is announced that a jackpot has occurred. The "first decorative design (first performance design)" and "second decorative design (second performance design)" are both "decorative designs (design for performance, decoration)" However, each of them is configured to be able to independently notify the occurrence of a jackpot (for example, when the "first decorative pattern (first performance pattern)" becomes "777", the occurrence of a jackpot is notified. It is possible, and it is also possible that the "second decorative pattern (second performance pattern)" becomes "777" to notify the occurrence of a jackpot). "Variation mode" includes, for example, variation time (including variation time of main game symbols (special symbols), variation time of decorative symbols (designs for performance, decoration), variation time of normal symbols), decorative symbols. Decorative symbols (designs for performance, decorations) that are scrolled from top to bottom (others such as scrolling from bottom to top, left to right, right to left, etc. are also possible) and can be visually recognized by the player. Decorative designs (designs for performance, decorations) that can be visually recognized by the player by switching the type of decorative designs (designs for performance, decoration), rotating and displaying the decorative designs (designs for performance, decoration) on the spot and rotating half a rotation or once , illustration) (such scrolling display, rotating display, etc. are sometimes referred to as "switched display mode"). "Temporarily stopping (or not temporarily stopping) decorative designs (designs for production, decoration)" means "temporarily stopping → changing again" as one set, and performing/doing this one set. It is synonymous with not doing it. "Re-fluctuation" refers to a situation such as "temporarily stopping a decorative pattern (design for performance, design) → re-fluctuation", "starting fluctuation → temporarily changing a decorative design (design for performance, design)", etc. It is a term that includes situations such as "stopping" and "starting re-fluctuation → temporarily stopping the decorative design (design for production, illustration) (temporary stopping from the second time onwards)", and is used in pseudo-continuous production. Pseudo fluctuations and resurrection fluctuations in the revival performance (for example, during the super reach performance, the combination of decorative symbols (designs for performance, illustrations) indicating a loss is temporarily stopped, and the stage moves to after the end of the super reach performance. This is a term used to refer to fluctuations in which the ball changes again at , temporarily stops at a decorative pattern indicating a win, and then stops definitively. It is also synonymous with excluding the final stop display timing (typically thereafter, the stop display is definitely stopped and displayed together with the stop display of the so-called main game symbols) to notify whether or not a jackpot has occurred. In addition, "decorative designs (designs for production, illustrations)" are based on the second element (for example, numbers), and the first element (presence/content of additional information such as characters and "SUPER") and the third element (For example, a color effect) etc. may also be included. In addition, when the production mode is different, "decorative designs (designs for production, illustrations)" are different from the first element even if the second element is the same (same number, same alphabet, same character, same symbol, etc.). The element and/or the third element may be configured differently. In addition, due to the difference in the first element and/or the third element, the expectation that the reach fluctuation will be a jackpot, and the expectation that the symbol fluctuation related to the look-ahead effect will be a jackpot when a specific symbol combination is stopped when executing a look-ahead effect. It may be configured such that the profit rate for the player is different depending on the number of rounds when a jackpot is achieved or the gaming state after the jackpot ends. In addition, in such a configuration, a high probability state and a high base state (high probability high base state), a low probability state and a high base state (low probability high base state), a high probability state and a low base state (high probability state) The first element and/or the third element is an advantageous element for the player in the low probability state and low base state (low probability low base state), which is the normal gaming state. It may be configured as follows. In addition, the "information display section" is something that displays information including preview performances, etc., and is, for example, a performance display device, a 7-segment LED, an LED lamp, etc., and may indicate each of these alone. However, it may also indicate a combination (the entire unit) of a plurality of display media such as an effect display device + 7 segment LED + LED lamp. In addition, the "effect display section" is for displaying effects including preview effects, etc., and is, for example, a effect display device, a 7-segment LED, an LED lamp, etc., and may indicate each of these alone. However, it may also indicate a combination (the entire unit) of a plurality of display media such as an effect display device + 7 segment LED + LED lamp.

The following embodiment is a model (first type, first type multifunction machine) in which two conventional first type pachinko game machines are mixed together. However, this is not limited to this in any way, and applications to other gaming machines (for example, conventional 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and general pachinko machines) are also within the scope. . Note that this embodiment is just an example, and regarding the location and function of each means, the order of each step regarding various processes, the timing of turning on and off flags, the name of the means responsible for processing each step, etc. The present invention is not limited to the following embodiments. Further, the above-described embodiments and modified examples should not be construed as being applied to specific things, and may be combined in any manner. For example, modifications of one embodiment should be understood as modifications of another embodiment, and even if one modification and another modification are independently described, It should be understood that combinations of one variation with another variation are also described. Further, in this embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table among the various tables, but these are not limited, and the lottery table may be used as a reference table, or vice versa.

(This embodiment)
Here, before explaining each component, the characteristics (outline) of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment will be explained. Each element will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings.

First, the basic structure of the front side of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment will be explained with reference to FIG. Pachinko gaming machines mainly consist of a gaming machine frame and a gaming board. These will be explained in order below.

First, the gaming machine frame of the Pachinko gaming machine includes an outer frame D12, a front frame D14, a transparent plate D16, a door D18, an upper ball tray D20, a lower ball tray D22, and a firing handle D44. First, the outer frame D12 is a frame body for fixing the pachinko game machine at the position where it is to be installed. The front frame D14 is a frame body that matches the opening portion of the outer frame D12, and is attached to the outer frame D12 via a hinge mechanism (not shown) so that it can be opened and closed. The front frame D14 includes a mechanism for firing game balls, a mechanism for removably housing a game board, a mechanism for guiding or collecting game balls, and the like. The transparent plate D16 is made of glass or the like, and is supported by the door D18. The door D18 is attached to the front frame D14 via a hinge mechanism (not shown) so that it can be opened and closed. The upper ball tray D20 has a mechanism for storing game balls, feeding the game balls to the firing rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball tray D22. The lower ball tray D22 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, speakers D24 are provided on the upper left and right sides of the gaming machine, and output sounds (sound effects) depending on the gaming state and the like.

Next, the game board has a game area D30 defined by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. In the gaming area D30, in addition to mechanisms such as a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown) and various general winning holes, there are a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10, an auxiliary game starting port H10, 1st big winning hole C10, 2nd big winning hole C20, 1st main game symbol display device A20, 2nd main game symbol display device B20, effect display device SG, auxiliary game symbol display device H20, center decoration D38 and out port D36 is installed. Each element will be explained in detail below.

Next, the first main game starting port A10 is installed as a starting port corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game starting port A10 includes a first main game starting port entry ball detection device A11s. Here, the first main game starting port entry ball detection device A11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first main game starting port A10, and indicates the entry of the ball when the ball enters the first main game starting port. Generate ball entry information.

Next, the second main game starting port B10 is installed as a starting port corresponding to the second main game. As a specific configuration, the second main game starting opening B10 includes a second main game starting opening ball entry detection device B11s and a second main game starting opening electric accessory B11d. Here, the second main game starting port entry ball detection device B11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second main game starting port B10, and indicates the entry of the ball when the ball enters the second main game starting port B11s. Generate ball entry information. Next, the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d is variable between a closed state in which it is difficult for a game ball to enter the second main game starting port B10 and an open state in which a game ball is more likely to enter the second main game starting port B10 than in the normal state.

Here, in this embodiment, the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10 are arranged to overlap vertically, and due to the existence of the first main game starting port A10, The upper part of the second main game starting port B10 is closed. Furthermore, both the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) and the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) are connected to the first main game starting port A10. and is configured to be guided to the second main game starting port B10.

In this embodiment, the electric accessory is provided on the second main game starting port B10 side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric accessory may be provided on the first main game starting port A10 side. It's okay. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10 are arranged to overlap vertically, but the invention is not limited to this, and the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10 may be arranged apart from each other. In such a configuration, a member may be provided to close the upper part of the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d. In addition, while the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided to the first main game start port A10, it is difficult to be guided to the second main game start port B10, The game ball flowing down on the right side (with reference to the center of the gaming area) may be configured so that it is difficult to be guided to the first main game starting port A10, but is easily guided to the second main game starting port B10. It should be noted that "easy to be guided" and "hard to be guided" are determined, for example, by the size of the number of balls that enter the ball when 10,000 game balls are fired to the right and left sides respectively.

Next, the auxiliary game starting port H10 includes an auxiliary game starting port entrance ball detection device H11s. Here, the auxiliary game starting port entry ball detection device H11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the auxiliary game starting port H10, and generates auxiliary game starting port entry ball information indicating the entry of the ball when the ball enters the auxiliary game starting port H10. do. In addition, the entry of the game ball into the auxiliary game starting port H10 becomes an opportunity for a lottery to expand the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d of the second main game starting port B10.

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

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

Next, the first big winning hole C10 is a horizontally oblong hole that becomes open when the first main game symbol (first special symbol) or second main game symbol (second special symbol) stops at a jackpot symbol. This is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, which is shaped like a cylindrical opening and is located on the upper right side of the out opening D36 and below the second large winning opening C20. As a specific configuration, the first grand prize opening C10 includes a first grand prize opening winning detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a first grand prize opening electric accessory C11d (and a first grand prize winning opening detection device C11s) and a mouth solenoid C13). Here, the first big winning hole winning detection device C11s is a sensor that detects the entry of the game ball into the first big winning hole C10, and the first big winning hole entering ball information indicating the ball entering when the ball enters the first big winning hole C11s. generate. The first big winning hole electric accessory C11d changes the first big winning hole C10 between a normal state in which it is impossible or difficult for game balls to enter the first big winning hole C10 and an open state in which it is easy for game balls to win. 1st prize opening solenoid C13 is excited and variable). In addition, in this embodiment, the aspect of the big prize opening is made into a horizontal rectangular shape and is made to be variable between a normal state in which the game ball cannot win or is difficult to win, and an open state in which it is easy for the game ball to win. is not limited to. In that case, for example, the shutter (rod-shaped member) provided in the grand prize opening may be in an advanced state in which it protrudes toward the player, and in a retracted state in which it is retracted from the player's side. (so-called tongue type attacker), which is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entering the big winning hole is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

Next, the second big winning hole C20 has a horizontal rectangular shape that becomes open when the first main game symbol (first special symbol) or the second main game symbol (second special symbol) stops at a jackpot symbol. This is a winning opening corresponding to the main game located at the upper right of the out opening D36 and above the first big winning opening C10. As a specific configuration, the second grand prize opening C20 includes a second grand prize opening winning detection device C21s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d (and a second grand prize winning opening detection device C21s) and a mouth solenoid C23). Here, the second grand prize opening winning detection device C21s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the second grand prize opening C20, and the second grand prize opening ball entry information indicating the ball entering when the ball enters the second grand prize opening C20. generate. The game ball that enters the second big winning hole C20 is configured to be detected by the second big winning hole winning detection device C21s. Next, the second grand prize opening electric accessory C21d operates the second grand prize opening C20 in a normal state in which it is impossible or difficult for the game ball to enter the second grand prize opening C20 and in an open state in which it is easy for the game ball to enter the prize. Make it variable. In addition, in this embodiment, the aspect of the big prize opening is made into a horizontal rectangular shape and is made to be variable between a normal state in which the game ball cannot win or is difficult to win, and an open state in which it is easy for the game ball to win. is not limited to. In that case, for example, a mode in which the shutter provided in the grand prize opening can take an advanced state in which it protrudes toward the player and a retracted state in which it is retracted toward the player (so-called It may be used as a type attacker), and is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entering the big winning hole is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

Next, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) is connected to the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) corresponding to the first main game (second main game). This is a device that executes the displayed information, etc. As a specific configuration, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) has a first main game symbol display section A21g (second main game symbol display section B21g), and a first main game symbol display section A21g (second main game symbol display section B21g). It includes a symbol retention display section A21h (second main game symbol retention display section B21h). Here, the first main game symbol reservation display section A21h (second main game symbol reservation display section B21h) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lit lamps is the first main game (second main game). This corresponds to the number of pending random numbers (the number of fluctuations in the main game symbols that have not been executed). The first main game symbol display section A21g (second main game symbol display section B21g) is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) is "0" to "9". '' and ``-'' to indicate a loss. It is preferable to display the information using a symbol or the like. In addition, the display of the number of pending items is not limited to four lamps, but can display a maximum of four pending items (for example, if the number of pending items is composed of one lamp, Number 1: On, number 2 on hold: Flashing at low speed, Number on hold 3: Flashing at medium speed, Number 4 on hold: Flashing at high speed.

In addition, since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have to have a performance role, in this embodiment, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) The size of the image is set to an inconspicuous level. However, a method is adopted in which the first main game pattern (second main game pattern) itself has a dramatic role and the decorative pattern on the first main game side (decorative pattern on the second main game side) is not displayed. In this case, the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display such as an effect display device SG to be described later.

Next, the performance display device SG displays a performance image including decorative symbols (first decorative symbols and second decorative symbols) that fluctuate and stop in conjunction with the first and second main game symbols. It is a device that does Here, as a specific configuration, the performance display device SG includes a display area SG10 in which a performance including a fluctuating display of decorative symbols and the like is executed. Here, the display area SG10 includes a first hold display area SG12 (and a second hold display area SG13) that displays main game hold information, and a plurality of rows of decorative patterns (first decorative It has a decorative pattern display area SG11 that displays a moving image of variation (design and second decorative pattern). Although the effect display device SG is configured with a liquid crystal display in this embodiment, it may be configured with other display means such as a mechanical drum or an LED. Next, the first hold display area SG12 (and the second hold display area SG13) is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are linked with the hold lamp of the main game symbol.

Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that performs display regarding auxiliary game symbols. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display section H21g and an auxiliary game symbol reservation display section H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol reservation display section H21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lit lamps corresponds to the number of auxiliary game symbol fluctuations suspended (the number of auxiliary game symbol fluctuations that have not been executed).

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

Next, the basic structure of the back side of the Pachinko gaming machine will be explained with reference to FIG. The pachinko game machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko game machine, and in particular controls the overall game operation (i.e., the lottery when a ball enters the first main game start port A10 (second main game start port B10)). A main control board M performs control directly related to the interests of players, and a sub-main control unit SM performs display control related to various performances on the performance display device SG that adds interest to game content. A sub-control board S that is equipped with a sub-sub control unit SS that executes performance display and controls the overall performance, a prize ball tank KT, a prize ball rail KR, and a prize ball tank KT that is supplied according to winnings to each prize opening. A prize ball payout device (set base) KE that includes a payout unit KE10 etc. that pays out game balls to the upper ball tray D20, a prize ball payout control board KH that controls the payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game of the upper ball tray D20. A firing device D42 that fires balls (reserved balls) one ball at a time into the game area D30, a firing control board D40 that controls the firing operation of the firing device D42, and a power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the Pachinko gaming machine. A power switch Ea, which is a switch for turning on and off the power of the Pachinko gaming machine, etc., are provided on the back surface of the front frame D14 (on the side opposite to the gaming side).

Next, the electrical schematic configuration of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment will be explained with reference to the block diagram of FIG. 3. First, as described above, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment has a main control board M that controls the progress of the game, and a payout of game balls based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M. Based on the information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board KH and the main control board M to be controlled, the effect display device SG changes or stops the decorative patterns (first decorative pattern and second decorative pattern). A sub-control board S (in this example, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are integrated into one board (located above) and a power supply unit E that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including these control boards. Here, the sub-control board S controls various effects on the effect display device SG, such as variation and stop of decorative symbols (first decorative symbols and second decorative symbols), sounds from the speaker D24, and lighting of the game effect lamp D26. , a sub-main control unit SM that controls error notification, and a display process such as a variable display, a stop display, a hold display, a notice display, etc. of decorative symbols (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol) on the performance display device SG. It is provided with two control units, a sub-sub control unit SS for execution. The main control board M, the prize ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control unit SM, and the sub-sub control unit SS include a CPU that performs various calculation processes, a ROM that stores in advance a program that specifies the calculation processes of the CPU, and a CPU. It is equipped with a RAM that temporarily stores data handled by the game (various data generated during gaming, computer programs read from ROM, etc.). Although not particularly shown in the drawings, the ROM mounted on the main control board M may be configured so that no unused area is provided in order to prevent programs, etc. that have been modified by unauthorized acts from being written. This is suitable (for example, filling unused areas with all 0s, writing used areas to smaller addresses, etc.). In addition, in order to prevent data that is not normally referenced from being referenced due to noise or fraudulent activity, unused data (for example, data that is referenced in gaming machines with different specifications, or data that is used only for testing during the development stage) It is preferable to configure the system so that no data is provided. Similarly, when using the RAM area, it is preferable to use the area at a lower address and to avoid creating an unused program area. The schematic configuration of each board and the electrical connection between each board and device will be outlined below.

First, the main control board M includes the winning opening sensor Ns {the above-mentioned first main game starting opening ball entering detection device A11s, second main game starting opening ball entering detection device B11s, auxiliary game starting opening ball entering detection device H11s, 1st prize opening winning detection device C11s, 2nd winning opening winning detection device C21s, general winning detection device (not shown, but a general winning opening is an opening where there is a prize ball but no symbol lottery is performed) )}, drive solenoids (not shown) (the first big winning hole solenoid C13, second big winning hole solenoid C23, etc. mentioned above), information display LED (not shown), etc., input/output that are essential for the progress of the game. It is electrically connected to the device and controls the progress of the game based on input signals from each input device. Furthermore, the main control board M is electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub-control board S (sub-main control unit SM/sub-sub control unit SS), and controls the prize ball payout based on the progress of the game. It is configured to be able to transmit information (commands) regarding the prize ball payout control board KH, etc., and information (commands) regarding the performance/game progress, etc. to the sub-control board S, respectively. The main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC etc. via an external connection terminal (not shown), and the main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC through the external connection terminal. The system is configured so that game-related information can be output from the player to an external device.

In addition, in this embodiment, as indicated by the arrow in FIG. 3, the main control board M and the prize ball payout control board KH are configured to enable bidirectional communication, The control unit SM is configured to enable one-way communication from the main control board M to the sub-main control unit SM (either serial communication or parallel communication may be used as the communication method). Note that communication between control boards (between control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication.

Next, the prize ball payout control board KH includes a prize ball payout device KE that executes the payout of game balls, and a device that can be operated by the player and receives a request for loaning game balls and sends the prize ball payout control board KH to the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to the game ball lending device R that transmits the information. Although not shown in the drawings, in this embodiment, a control circuit for the firing device is provided in the prize ball payout control board, and the prize ball payout control board and the firing device (launching handle, firing motor, ball feeding device) etc.) are also connected. In this embodiment, the game ball lending device R is provided as a separate device adjacent to the gaming machine, but it may be integrated with the gaming machine. Control and management control of recording media for lending electronic money etc. may be performed in an integrated manner.

Next, the sub-control board S includes the performance display device SG for displaying decorative patterns (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern) etc. as described above, the speaker D24, the game effect lamp D26, and other performance devices. It is connected to a drive device (not shown). In this embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control board S has a sub-main control section SM and a sub-sub-control section SS, and the sub-main control section SM controls the sound output from the speaker D24 and the game effect ( The lighting control of the (illumination) lamp D26 and the determination control of the display contents to be displayed on the effect display device are performed, and the display control (substantive display control) on the effect display device is performed by the sub-sub control unit SS. It is composed of In this embodiment, the sub-main control section SM and the sub-sub control section SS are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S, but the present invention is not limited to this (they may be configured as separate boards). (However, by configuring it in an integrated manner, there are advantages such as space advantage and the ability to reduce the situation where noise gets mixed in with wiring, etc.). Further, the division of work between the two control units can be changed as appropriate, for example, by having the sub-sub control unit SS perform audio control (suitable when a VDP with an integrated audio control circuit is adopted). Moreover, electronic value may be provided as the prize ball without providing a physical prize ball.

Next, various functions of the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment will be explained with reference to the block diagram of FIG. 4. First, the main control board M includes game peripherals related to games (first main game peripheral device A, second main game peripheral device B, first and second main game peripheral device C, auxiliary game peripheral device H), A sub-main control unit SM (sub-game control means SM) related to the production is connected to a prize ball payout control board KH that controls the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control board M, so that information can be transmitted. ing. In addition, the sub-main control section SM (sub-game control means SM) is electrically connected to the sub-sub control section SS (effect display means SS) that executes image effects, various game effect lamps D26 (for example, side lamps), speakers D24, etc. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control board KH is electrically connected to a prize ball payout device KE that includes a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. In addition, the main control board M, sub-main control section SM (sub-game control means SM), sub-sub control section SS (effect display means SS), prize ball payout control board KH, etc. store data and programs in terms of hardware. It is composed of elements such as ROM and RAM used for processing, and a CPU used for arithmetic processing. In addition, each means included in the main control board M below may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device). For example, each means included in peripheral equipment (for example, gaming peripheral equipment) may be configured to be mounted on the main control board M. The details of each of the above means (devices) will be explained below.

First, the main control board M includes a game information control means MJ that controls the acquisition of game information, a game content determination means MN that determines the content of the game, and a game progress such as a special game or a specific game. the current and past game states [for example, states related to the main game {normal game state, specific game state (probability fluctuation game state, time reduction game state), special game state}, and states related to the auxiliary game; (easy opening state, non-easy opening state), stop symbols and fluctuation mode information related to main game symbols and auxiliary game symbols, on/off status of various flags, game status during special games (for example, number of rounds and number of winnings information) ], etc., and various gaming information on the gaming peripheral device side {for example, stopped symbol information, attribute information of stopped symbols {for example, 10R jackpot, 8R jackpot, 4R jackpot, loss}. , information regarding the variation mode (for example, variation time), special game start signal/status information/end signal, hold information, etc.) (and a command transmission buffer for accumulating unsent commands) MT10), and a prize ball payout determining means MH that controls the prize ball payout control board KH to pay out predetermined prize balls based on winning of game balls to various winning holes.

Here, the game information control means MJ includes a ball entry determination means MJ10 for determining the inflow of game balls into each ball entry port (starting port, etc.), and determines whether or not each random number can be obtained, and determines the determination result. a random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 for acquiring each random number based on the above, and a holding control means MJ30 for temporarily storing balls entering each starting port during variable display as held balls within the upper limit number;
have. In addition, the game proceeding means MP directly controls the display control means MP10 for controlling the variation and stop display of each symbol, and the opening/closing decision of the second main game starting opening electric accessory B11d of the second main game starting opening B10. A second main game starting port electric accessory opening/closing control means MP20-B for performing various related processes, a special game control means MP30 for controlling special games that are more advantageous to the player than normal games, and a first main Concerning the game, the second main game, and the auxiliary game, it has a specific game control means MP50 for determining to which game state the current game state should be transferred, and for performing processing for transferring the game state based on the determination. are doing. Each means will be explained in detail below.

First, the ball entry determining means MJ10 includes a first main game starting port entering ball determining means MJ11-A that determines whether a game ball has entered the first main game starting port A10, and a second main game starting port A10. A second main game starting port entry determining means MJ11-B that determines whether a game ball has entered B10, and an auxiliary game starting port that determines whether a game ball has entered the auxiliary game starting port H10. Ball entry determination means MJ11-H, first grand prize opening ball entry determination means MJ11-C10, which determines whether a game ball has entered the first grand prize opening C10, and second grand prize opening C20. It has a second grand prize opening ball entry determining means MJ11-C20 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered.

Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 determines whether or not to acquire the first main game side random number based on the entry of the game ball into the first main game starting port A10, and also A first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A that obtains random numbers (for example, a first winning random number, a first variation pattern determining random number, a first main game symbol determining random number, etc.) and a second main game starting port B10. It is determined whether or not to obtain the second main game side random number based on the entry of the game ball, and the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second main game side random number, etc.) is determined according to the judgment result. a second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B that acquires a random number for game design determination, etc.; and an auxiliary game that determines whether or not a selected random number can be acquired on the auxiliary game side and acquires the random number based on the determination result. It has random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H.

Here, "random numbers" in the claims and this specification, including the above, are, for example, "0" to "65535" or " This value is randomly selected from a predetermined range such as "0" to "255." Further, the random number does not have to be a mathematically generated random number, but may be a pseudorandom number generated by a hardware random number, a software random number, or the like. For example, the expression method for each value in a random number is one in which values are expressed sequentially along the sequence of random numbers (plus-one method), and the next value (initial value) when the final value of the sequence of random numbers is expressed. ) is determined by a random value (initial value update method), a combination of these, and the like. By obtaining random numbers in this manner, it is possible to generate non-periodic random numbers that are difficult for players to predict. On the contrary, for example, in the case of a method of generating the next random number using the random numbers used in a certain lottery, it becomes easy to predict the next random number. Therefore, when generating random numbers, it is preferable to generate new random numbers without using the random numbers used in the previous lottery.

Next, the suspension control means MJ30 connects the suspension expulsion control means MJ31, which controls processing related to suspension expiration and fluctuation start, and the first main game side random number obtained in the situation where the first main game symbol fluctuation permission has not been granted. A first main game symbol retention means MJ32 for determining whether or not to temporarily store the random number, and retaining the random number in the first main game symbol retention information temporary storage means MJ32b-A until symbol variation permission is granted based on the determination result. -A and determines whether or not to temporarily store the second main game side random number obtained in a situation where permission to change the second main game symbol has not been granted, and based on the determination result, permission to change the symbol is granted for the random number. The second main game pattern holding means MJ32-B for holding the second main game pattern holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B until the second main game pattern holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B and the auxiliary game side random number obtained in the situation where the permission for changing the auxiliary game symbols has not been granted are temporarily stored. auxiliary game symbol retention means MJ32-H for determining whether to store or not and retaining the random number in the auxiliary game symbol retention information temporary storage means MJ32b-H until symbol variation permission is granted based on the determination result; have.

Here, the hold/extinguish control means MJ31 has a fluctuation start condition sufficiency determination means MJ31j that determines whether or not the conditions for starting fluctuation are satisfied.

Next, the first main game symbol retention means MJ32-A, the second main game symbol retention means MJ32-B, and the auxiliary game symbol retention means MJ32-H combine random numbers, which can be stored up to four, with the retention order. A first main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-A, a second main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and an auxiliary game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-H are provided for temporarily storing the information in the form of are doing.

Next, the game content determining means MN includes a winning/failure drawing means MN10 which draws a drawing to determine whether the special game is correct or not and whether or not the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d can be opened. special game transition determining means MN20 for determining the transition (for example, turning on the winning flag internally), symbol content determining means MN40 for determining the stop symbol of each symbol based on each random number, and each random number. It has a variation mode determining means MN50 for determining the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of each symbol based on the above. Here, the win/fail lottery means MN10 includes a first main game win/fail lottery means MN11-A which performs a win/fail lottery regarding the first main game symbol, and a second main game win/fail lottery means which performs a win/fail lottery regarding the second main game symbol. It has an MN11-B and an auxiliary game winning/failure lottery means MN11-H for performing a winning/failure lottery regarding auxiliary game symbols. Here, the first main game win/fail lottery means MN11-A, the second main game win/fail lottery means MN11-B, and the auxiliary game win/fail lottery means MN11-H are referred to when performing the win/fail lottery regarding the first main game symbols. the first main game lottery table MN11ta-A, the second main game lottery table MN11ta-B that is referred to when performing the lottery for the second main game symbols, and the lottery table for the auxiliary game symbols. Each of the games has a winning/failing lottery table MN11ta-H for auxiliary games that is referred to when performing the game. Note that an example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

Here, when executing a win/fail lottery based on the main game random number, the win/fail lottery means MN10 determines whether the main game random number is the same value as any of all the winning random numbers, or If some or all of the random numbers are consecutive numbers, a win/fail judgment is performed by determining whether the main game random number is less than or equal to the upper limit of the winning random number and greater than or equal to the lower limit. . By performing such validity determination, accurate determination processing can be performed. Conversely, when performing a win/fail judgment by comparing only the upper limit of the winning random number range or comparing only the lower limit, the value at the end of the random number range (for example, if the random number range is 0 to 1023, 0 or 1023) as a random value, it becomes vulnerable to fraud (for example, a fraudulent act of flowing current to the main control board M, which tends to cause all bits in the storage area to become 0 or 1). There is a risk of it getting lost. In addition, in this example, one random number is used to execute one lottery. {If multiple random numbers are used for one lottery (so-called two-stage lottery) Because it is necessary to prevent the synchronization of

Next, the symbol content determining means MN40 includes a first main game symbol determining means MN41-A that determines the stop symbol of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determining random number (first main game random number); The second main game symbol determining means MN41-B determines the stop symbol of the second main game symbol based on the game content determining random number (second main game random number) obtained, and the auxiliary game symbol is determined based on the obtained auxiliary game symbol winning random number. and auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H for determining the stopping symbols.

Here, the first main game symbol determining means MN41-A has a first main game symbol determining lottery table MN41ta-A that is referred to when determining the stop symbols related to the first main game symbol. The first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the winning/failure results and the game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → first main game for normal game state). Lottery table, probability variable game → first main game probability variable game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). In addition, the second main game symbol determining means MN41-B has a second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B that is referred to when determining the stop symbol related to the second main game symbol. The second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the winning/failure result and the game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → second main game normal game state lottery table, probability variable game → second main game probability variable game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). Note that an example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H has an auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol. The table MN41ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the gaming state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variable game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table).

Next, the variation mode determining means MN50 is a first main game variation mode determining means that determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determining random number (first main game random number). MN51-A, and a second main game variation mode determining means MN51-B that determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol based on the acquired game content determining random number (second main game random number); It has an auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H that determines the variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the auxiliary game symbols based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random numbers.

Here, the first main game variation mode determining means MN51-A has a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the first main game symbol. The lottery table MN51ta-A for determining the first main game variation mode is equipped with various lottery tables that differ depending on the win/fail result and the game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → first main game normal Lottery table for game state, probability variable game → first main game lottery table for probability variable game state, time reduction game → lottery table for first main game time reduction game state). Further, the second main game variation mode determining means MN51-B has a second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the second main game symbol. , the second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the win/fail result and the game state (for example, regarding the game state, normal game → second main game normal game state lottery table, probability variable game → second main game probability variable game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). Note that an example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Furthermore, the auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H has a lottery table MN51ta-H for auxiliary game variation mode determination, which is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the auxiliary game symbol, and the auxiliary game variation mode is The determining lottery table MN51ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the game state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variable game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table).

Next, the display control means MP10 displays the images on the first main game symbol display section A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 and on the second main game symbol display section B21g of the second main game symbol display device B20 for a predetermined period of time. The first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C, which performs control to stop and display the first main game symbol after changing it, and the auxiliary game symbol display section H21g of the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 provide assistance for a predetermined time. It has an auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H that performs control to stop and display the game symbols after changing them.

Here, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C have first and second main game symbol variation management timers MP11t-C (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Furthermore, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H further includes an auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H that can measure time.

Next, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening/closing control means MP20-B determines whether the conditions for opening and closing the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d are satisfied. the second main game starting opening electric accessory opening/closing condition determining means MP21-B, and the second main game starting opening electric accessory opening timer MP22t that measures the drive (opening) time of the second main game starting opening electric accessory B11d. -B.

Next, the special game control means MP30 includes a condition determining means MP31 that determines whether or not the conditions for transitioning to the special game are satisfied, and if the conditions for transitioning to the special game are satisfied, the contents of the special game. (Specifically, a special game content determining means MP32 that determines the big prize opening to be opened, the number of rounds, the time between rounds, etc.) and sets it in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and the first big prize. A special game execution means MP33 for executing a special game (jackpot) in which the opening C10 or the second big winning opening C20 is opened under predetermined conditions, and time management for various processing related to the special game (for example, the first big winning opening C10 and the opening/closing time of the second big prize opening C20). Here, the special game execution means MP33 includes first and second big prize opening electric accessory opening/closing control means MP33-C that opens and closes the first big winning opening electric accessory C11d and the second big winning opening electric accessory C21d. , has a winning ball counter MP33c that measures winning balls into the first big winning hole C10 and the second big winning hole C20. The special game time management means MP34 further includes a special game timer MP34t that manages round time. Further, the special game content determining means MP32 further includes a special game content reference table MP32ta that is referred to when specifying the content of the special game to be set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. (details not shown).

Next, the specific game control means MP50 determines whether the end conditions of the probability variable game state are satisfied or not, and the probability variable game end condition determination means MP51 which determines whether the end conditions of the time reduction game state are satisfied or not. It has a time-saving game end condition determining means MP52 for determining. Here, the time saving game end condition determining means MP52 includes a time saving number counter MP52c capable of counting the number of time saving times. Here, the term "specific game" refers to, for example, a probability variable game where the lottery probability for a special game is higher than in a normal game, or a time-reduced game in which the main game symbol variation time is relatively shorter than in a normal game. Point.

Here, in this embodiment, during the time reduction game, the fluctuation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction function). Furthermore, the fluctuation time of the auxiliary game symbols is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d is relatively extended (opening time extension function). In addition, the time reduction game in this embodiment ends when the total value of the number of fluctuations of the first main game symbol and the number of fluctuations of the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number of times (a probability fluctuation game with no limit on the number of time reductions). except for). That is, the time saving number is configured to be subtracted every time the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol change (stop). In addition, the above-mentioned probability variable game ending condition determining means MP51 and time-saving game ending condition determining means MP52, for example, determine the transition lottery from a specific game (for example, a probability-changing game or a time-saving game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time a symbol changes. (in the case of a so-called pachinko gaming machine having a falling lottery function). In addition, the time reduction gaming state according to this example may be that the main game time reduction flag is on, or may be that the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on, that is, the time reduction gaming state. may indicate that the opening time extension function is activated (including high certainty high base state and low certainty high base state), or may indicate that the opening time extension function is not activated in the non-time reduction gaming state. It may also indicate that (a low probability low base state is included). Incidentally, the time reduction gaming state may be referred to as a specific gaming state, and the non-time reduction gaming state may be referred to as a normal gaming state. Further, the probability variable gaming state may be referred to as a high probability lottery state, and the non-probability varying gaming state may be referred to as a low probability lottery state. In addition, the high accuracy low base state as another game state is considered to be a time shortening game state when the fluctuation time of the main game symbol is relatively shorter than the normal game state. When not playing a time-saving game where the fluctuation time is relatively shorter than the normal game state, it is preferable to use a non-time-shortening game state.

Next, the game state temporary storage means MB stores the first main game (the game from the fluctuation of the first main game symbol to the stop) and the second main game (the game from the fluctuation of the second main game symbol to the stop). first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C for temporarily storing the current game state in the game); and auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10- for temporarily storing the current game state in the auxiliary game. H, and special game related information temporary storage means for temporarily storing the current game status in the special game (for example, the number of rounds, the number of winning game balls in any round, on/off of various flags related to the special game, etc.) MB20b, and a specific game-related information temporary storage means MB30b for temporarily storing the current game status of the specific game (for example, the remaining number of time savers, on/off of various flags related to the specific game, etc.). .

Here, the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C stores the stop related to the first or second main game symbol that is currently fluctuating (the first or second main game symbol for which the fluctuation start condition is satisfied). First and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C for temporarily storing symbols and variation mode information
have.

Further, the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H is a auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage for temporarily storing information such as stop symbols related to the auxiliary game symbols that are currently changing (auxiliary game symbols for which the fluctuation start condition has been satisfied). It has means MB11b-H.

Next, gaming peripherals will be explained. Note that since the detailed configurations of some of the peripheral devices have already been described, the remaining configurations will be briefly explained. First, the game peripherals include a first main game peripheral device A, which is a peripheral device on the first main game side, a second main game peripheral device B, which is a peripheral device on the second main game side, and a second main game peripheral device B, which is a peripheral device on the second main game side. and a first and second main game shared peripheral device C which is a shared peripheral device on the second main game side, an auxiliary game peripheral device H related to the auxiliary game, a sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM, and a sub-sub control unit. SS (and effect display device SG), etc. Here, the performance controlled by the sub-main control unit SM is a decorative pattern (first decorative pattern and second decorative pattern) that is temporally synchronized with fluctuations in the first main game pattern and the second main game pattern. This relates to displaying only information that does not affect the outcome of the game, including changes in symbols (symbols). Below, these peripheral devices will be explained in order.

First, the first main game peripheral device A includes a first main game starting port A10 that triggers a transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device A20 that can stop and display the first main game symbol. ,have.

Next, the second main game peripheral device B includes a second main game starting port B10 that triggers the transition to a special game, and a second main game symbol display device B20 that can display the second main game symbols in a static and variable manner. It has .

Next, the first and second main game shared peripheral device C is the first big prize opening C10 which is in a closed state during a normal game and is opened under predetermined conditions during a special game (jackpot). and a second grand prize opening C20.

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

Next, the sub-game control means (sub-main control section) SM includes a display information receiving means SM10 for receiving various information from the main control board M side, and processing for determining performance contents and display control processing related to performance display. and an information transmission/reception control means SM40 that controls information transmission and reception with the sub-sub control section SS side. Each of the above means will be explained in detail below.

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

Next, the performance display control means SM20 is connected to a decorative symbol display control means SM21 that controls the variation mode of the decorative symbols (the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol), the determination process of the stop symbol, and the display control process; 1 decorative pattern and 2nd decorative pattern), a drawing reservation information display control means SM22 that manages the number of reservations and a reservation display process, a background effect display control means SM23 that manages a background image determination process and a display control process, and a preview effect. It has a preview effect display control means SM24 that controls content determination processing and display control processing, and a ready-to-win effect display control means SM25 that controls ready-to-win effect content determination processing and display control processing.

Here, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 displays a decorative pattern (in this embodiment, two types of decorative patterns (hereinafter referred to as a first decorative pattern and a second decorative pattern) based on information from the main control board M side). ), the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern are each independent, and the game is played by combining three numerical patterns of the first decorative pattern or the second decorative pattern. The drawing display content determining means SM21n determines the stop symbols and variation modes of } that can notify the results, and various information (variation modes) related to the symbol variations of the decorative symbols (the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol). a drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b for temporarily storing information, stop pattern information, various flags, etc.); It has a diagrammatic variation time management timer SM21t-1. Here, the design display content determining means SM21n is a lottery (reference) table for determining the design variation content that is referred to when determining the stop symbols and variation modes of the decorative symbols (the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol). SM21ta (details of the table are not shown) and decorations that are referenced when determining (or setting) the production contents, display update timing, and display update contents of decorative symbols (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol). It further includes a symbol presentation table SM21ta-2. It should be noted that both the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern are each independently controlled to be displayed on the effect display control means SM20 side based on information from the main control board M side, and these two types By making good use of the decorative patterns, the game is designed to increase the interest of the performance and make it easier to understand the progress of the game, which will be discussed later.

Next, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 includes a drawing reservation information temporary storage means SM22b for temporarily storing information regarding the reservation related to the decorative patterns (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern).
have.

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

Next, the preview effect display control means SM24 includes a preview effect display content determining means SM24n that determines the display contents, display timing, etc. of the preview effect based on information from the main control board M side, and information related to the preview effect display. It has a preview performance related information temporary storage means SM24b for temporarily storing the information.

Next, the reach effect display control means SM25 includes a reach effect display content determining means SM25n that determines the display content and display timing of the reach effect based on information from the main control board M side, and information related to the reach effect display. It has a ready-to-reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b for temporarily storing.

In addition, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) SS includes a sub-information transmission/reception control means SS10 that controls information transmission and reception with the sub-main control unit SM side, and an image display that displays images in the display area SG10 on the effect display device SG. It has a control means SS20. Here, the image display control means SS20 further includes an image display related information temporary storage means SS21b for temporarily storing commands received from the sub-main control section SM side and information regarding various image displays.

Further, the effect display means (sub-sub control section) SS is electrically connected to the effect display device SG that displays images related to the effect based on information from the effect display means (sub-sub control section) SS. Here, the effect display device SG has a display area SG10 for displaying images.

Here, the display area SG10 includes a decorative pattern display area SG11 for variably displaying decorative patterns (a first decorative pattern and a second decorative pattern), and a first hold display area SG12 (and a first hold display area SG12 for displaying main game hold information). 2 pending display area SG13).

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

From here, an example of a general process flow in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be explained using a flowchart. Flowcharts are mainly composed of processing steps (represented by rectangles), judgments (represented by diamonds), flow lines (arrows), and terminals indicating start, end, return, etc. (represented by rounded rectangles). . In addition, when the details of a processing step are illustrated in another flowchart, those that refer to the other flowchart are illustrated as subroutines (illustrated by a rectangle with double lines on the left and right). . At the development stage of gaming machines, gaming machines with different specifications are sometimes developed at the same time, but in this example, a subroutine ( The configuration is such that no subroutines (subroutines that are not normally used) are left behind, and processes related to unused subroutines that are not normally executed are prevented from being executed due to noise or fraudulent activity.

First, FIG. 5 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by the main control board M. After the gaming machine is powered on, the process shown in FIG. 2(a) is executed. That is, after turning on the power of the gaming machine and performing initial settings (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board M checks the input port of the RAM clear button, and presses the reset button (RAM clear button) of the power supply unit E. It is determined whether or not the button) has been operated, that is, whether an operation to clear the contents of the RAM has been intentionally performed by an administrator of the game hall or the like. If Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board M clears all the contents of the RAM on the main control board M side (for example, information in the gaming state temporary storage means MB, etc.). Next, in step 1006, the information transmission control means MT transmits RAM clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub-main control unit SM (even if it is not transmitted at this timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted in a control command transmission process to be described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, in step 1008, the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power outage and the contents saved in the RAM area). comparison with the amount of information available). Next, in step 1010, the main control board M determines whether the contents of the RAM are not normal (whether information at the time of power outage is accurately backed up in the RAM) based on the check result. If Yes in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process moves to step 1004 (the RAM clear process described above). On the other hand, if No in step 1010, that is, the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in step 1012, the main control board M saves the data stored (backed up) in the RAM in the main control board M in the event of a power outage. Information commands are acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side (they may be transmitted at the relevant timing, or the commands may be set at the relevant timing and the control commands described later) (It may be configured to transmit in the transmission process), the process moves to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the main control board M receives a scheduled execution interrupt (for example, a hardware interrupt approximately every 4.0 ms) related to the main processing on the main control board M shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is assumed to be T) {as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, the process shown in FIG. . Note that after step 1018, the main control board M repeatedly executes various random number update processes (for example, random number counter increment process) until the next scheduled interrupt timing is reached.

In addition, it is preferable to configure the initial value of the temporary storage area (RAM, etc.) mounted on the main control board M so that it does not become the value at which the special game is executed (immediately after the start of the program processing, noise or fraudulent activity may occur). (This is to prevent the special game from being erroneously executed in the event that the process for determining the execution of the special game is executed.)

Next, timer interrupt processing will be explained. The main control board M executes the process shown in FIG. 3(b) based on an interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, when the regular interrupt period T is reached (for example, a hardware interrupt approximately every 4.0 ms), in step 1100, the main control board M executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process, which will be described later. Next, in step 1200, the main control board M executes an electric accessory drive determination process, which will be described later. Next, in step 1300, the main control board M executes main game content determination random number acquisition processing, which will be described later. Next, in step 1400, the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process to be described later. Next, in step 1500, the main control board M executes a special game operating condition determination process that will be described later. Next, in step 1600, the main control board M executes a special game control process to be described later. Next, in step 1997, the main control board M (particularly the prize ball payout determining means MH) performs prize ball payout control processing (drive control of the prize ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning hole in which the game ball has won. (processing, etc. for causing the payout control board KH to execute and managing the results, etc.). Next, in step 1998, the main control board M executes external signal output processing (information output to the external terminal board, hall computer HC, etc.). Next, in step 1999, the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (sends the command set in each of the above processes to the sub-main control unit side), and executes the control command transmission process immediately before executing the main interrupt process. Return to the previous process. Note that in the control command transmission process, the order in which commands are received on the sub-main control unit SM side is important (for example, the process is executed normally by receiving one command and then another command). Therefore, the commands are configured to be transmitted in the order in which the main control board M side decides to transmit the commands (in the order in which the commands are set).

Next, NMI interrupt processing will be explained. As mentioned above, the main control board M is configured so that the power-off signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and when the power to the gaming machine is turned off, the process shown in FIG. be done. That is, when the gaming machine is powered off (in this example, when an NMI interrupt occurs), in step 1020, the main control board M sets power-off information (eg, checksum) based on information in the RAM area. Next, in step 1022, the main control board M prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power-off waiting loop processing.

Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process related to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the auxiliary game starting opening ball entry determination means MJ11-H determines whether a game ball has entered (inflow, in the case of a gate, passing through) the auxiliary game starting opening H10. If Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is not at the upper limit (for example, 4). Determine whether If Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H acquires the auxiliary game content determining random number (for example, the auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1108, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H sets the held balls in the auxiliary game pattern holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H together with the information on how many pieces are on hold. is incremented by 1, and the process moves to the next process (the process of step 1200). Note that if the answer is No in step 1102 or step 1104, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1200).

Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process related to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening/closing control means MP20-B refers to the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H, and determines that the electric accessory opening flag is off. Determine whether or not. If Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H and determines whether or not the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag is off. do. If Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H accesses the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and determines whether there is a reserved ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. . If Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H and determines the game state on the auxiliary game side (flag state of the auxiliary game time shortening flag). At the same time, with reference to the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H, a stop symbol is determined based on the acquired auxiliary game side game state and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, the auxiliary game time shortening flag When is on, a winning symbol is selected with a higher probability than when it is off) and is temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H. Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H sets the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C based on the gaming state of the auxiliary game side (flag state of the auxiliary game time shortening flag). A predetermined time related to the variable time (for example, 5 seconds when the auxiliary game time saving flag is on, and 30 seconds when the auxiliary game time saving flag is off) is set. Then, in step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns on the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H subtracts 1 from the holding ball related to the auxiliary game symbol, and then updates the holding information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H. At the same time, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H, and then starts the variable display of the auxiliary game symbol on the auxiliary game symbol display section H21g.

Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C and determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbols has been reached. do. If Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H to acquire the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and also acquires the acquired auxiliary symbol. The stop symbols of the game symbols are definitively displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display section H21g. Then, in step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns off the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1230, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening/closing condition determining means MP21-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is a "win". If Yes in step 1230, in step 1232, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening/closing control means MP20-B controls the second main game starting port based on the game state of the auxiliary game (flag state of the auxiliary game time saving flag). The starting port electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B is set to a predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric accessory (for example, 6 seconds when the auxiliary game time saving flag is on, and 0.5 seconds when the auxiliary game time saving flag is off). seconds). Next, in step 1234, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening/closing control means MP20-B turns on the electric accessory opening flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. . Then, in step 1236, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening/closing control means MP20-B opens the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d. Next, in step 1238, the second main game starting opening electric accessory opening/closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main game starting opening electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B, and determines the opening time of the electric accessory. It is determined whether the predetermined time has been reached. If Yes in step 1238, in steps 1240 and 1242, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening/closing control means MP20-B closes the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d, and temporarily enters the auxiliary game state. The electric accessory opening flag in the flag area of the storage means MB10-H is turned off, and the process moves to the next process (the process of step 1300).

Note that if the answer is No in step 1202, the process moves to step 1238, if the answer is No in step 1204, the process moves to step 1224, and if the answer is No in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230, or step 1238, the process proceeds to step 1238. The process moves to (processing in step 1300).

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

Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process related to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the first main game starting opening ball entering determination means MJ11-A receives the first main game starting opening ball entering ball information from the first main game starting opening ball entering detection device A11s of the first main game starting opening A10. is received. If Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A refers to the first main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-A, It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls for the side) is not at the upper limit (for example, 4 balls). If Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A acquires the first main game content determination random number. In this embodiment, the first main game content determining random number includes a win/fail lottery random number for determining win/fail, a symbol lottery random number for determining the symbol at the time of winning, and a fluctuation pattern of the main game symbol (special symbol) ( Three random numbers for the variation mode lottery random number for determining the variation time (variation time) are obtained. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated by random number generation means with different update cycles and random number ranges, and are successively acquired at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the first main game symbol reservation means MJ32-A temporarily stores (reserves) the obtained first main game content determination random number in the first main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-A. . Next, in step 1310, the suspension control means MJ30 stores a command transmission buffer for transmitting information indicating that the first main game random number has been acquired (first main game suspension generation command) to the sub-main control section SM. The control command is set to MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process moves to step 1312. Incidentally, if the result in step 1302 or step 1304 is No, the process also moves to step 1312.

Next, in step 1312, the second main game starting opening ball entering determination means MJ11-B detects the second main game starting opening ball entering ball detecting device B11s of the second main game starting opening B10. Determine whether information has been received. If Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B refers to the second main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls for the side) is not at the upper limit (for example, 4 balls). If Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B acquires the second main game content determination random number. In this embodiment, as the second main game content determining random number, three random numbers are acquired, which are a win/fail lottery random number, a symbol lottery random number, and a variable mode lottery random number, similarly to the first main game content determining means. By the way, the acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and the acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, the winning lottery random number for the first main game and the winning lottery random number for the second main game) ) are set to the same value. Next, in step 1318, the second main game symbol reservation means MJ32-B temporarily stores (reserves) the obtained second main game content determination random number in the second main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-B. . Next, in step 1320, the suspension control means MJ30 uses a command transmission buffer for transmitting information indicating that the second main game random number has been acquired (second main game suspension generation command) to the sub-main control section SM. The control command is set to MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1400). Note that even in the case of No in step 1312 or step 1314, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1400).

In this embodiment, information indicating that a random number has been acquired is sent to the sub-main control unit SM in steps 1310 and 1320, but information on the random number and the main game symbol The pending number may also be transmitted, and these pieces of information can also be used as information indicating that a random number has been obtained.

Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process related to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the reservation extinguishment control means MJ31 refers to the second main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-B and confirms whether or not the second main game symbol is reserved. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400(1), the game content determining means MN executes a first main game symbol display process, which will be described later, and moves to the next process (the process in step 1500). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the game content determining means MN executes a second main game symbol display process, which will be described later, and moves to the next process (the process in step 1500).

In this way, in this embodiment, if there is a reserved ball of the second main game symbol, regardless of the existence of a reserved ball of the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the reserved ball of the first main game symbol) (even if the second main game symbol comes first), the second main game symbol is executed with priority, but is not limited to this (such as pending redemption based on the order of winnings, or simultaneous execution of both main game symbols). (It may also be configured to perform a parallel lottery in which the lottery is drawn simultaneously).

Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) related to the subroutine of step 1400(1) {step 1400(2)} in FIG. In addition, since this process is approximately the same for the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol side, the first main game symbol side will be mainly explained, and the process for the second main game symbol side will be explained below. It is written in parentheses. First, in step 1403, the hold/extinguish control means MJ31 determines whether a fluctuation start condition is satisfied. Here, the variation start condition is that the special game is not in progress (or the condition device is in operation), the main game symbols are not in variation, and the main game symbols are on hold. Although not shown in this example, if a fixed variation time (time during which the fixed display symbol is stopped and displayed after the main game symbol is displayed) is provided, during the fixed variation time, the variation start condition for the next variation is set. It may be configured so that it does not satisfy.

If Yes in step 1403, in steps 1405 and 1406, the reservation extinguishment control means MJ31 stores the first main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-A (the second main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-B). The temporarily stored first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) related to the current symbol variation is read out, and the first main game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MJ32b-A (second main game content determination random number) is read out. The symbol retention information is deleted from the temporary storage means MJ32b-B), and the remaining temporarily stored information is shifted (retention extinguishing process). Next, in step 1410-1, the win/fail lottery means MN10 refers to the first main game win/fail lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game win/fail lottery table MN11ta-B) corresponding to each gaming state, and Based on the first main game content determining random number (second main game content determining random number) (particularly the winning lottery random number), a main game symbol validity lottery is executed.

Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 1) is an example of the first main game win/fail lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game win/fail lottery table MN11ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, the probability of winning the jackpot in the variable probability gaming state is configured to be higher than the probability of winning the jackpot in the non-probability varying gaming state. Note that the winning probability is just an example, and is not limited to this in any way. Further, in this embodiment, although a hit that cannot change the gaming state (a so-called small win) is not illustrated, it may be configured so that a small win occurs (a small win is won). In addition, in the case of such a configuration, for example, (1) the winning probability of the small winning is different between the first main game side and the second main game side, and the probability of winning the small winning is different on the first main game side than on the second main game side. (2) If you win a small win, the gaming state after the small win ends is the same as the gaming state before the start of the small win. (If you win a jackpot, the gaming state after the jackpot ends may be different from the gaming state before the jackpot starts.) (3) The jackpot will be played between the first main game side and the second main game side. The probability of winning is the same for both, and the probability of winning increases by entering the probability variable gaming state, whereas the probability of winning for a small win is different between the first main game and the second main game. (4) As a stop symbol of the decorative symbol of the symbol variation won in the small hit, a "special symbol" (for example, ★ such as "2★2" and "3★9" (corresponding to "special symbols") can be stopped. A specific number that is a combination of numbers that are not aligned and has a certain regularity (for example, a regular number such as ``234'', a reverse number such as ``432'', or an odd number such as ``357'') (6) From the player's perspective, the jackpot (2R or more, the number of rounds is different) that is the same (or similar) opening mode (visibility) of the jackpot opening as (or similar) to the small jackpot. appears to be the same opening mode from the player's perspective (a small win is only one round, the big winning hole is opened multiple times in that one round, and a jackpot is the same number of openings as the multiple times) (In such a configuration, it is preferable to stop displaying a combination of decorative symbols that makes it difficult for the player to distinguish between a small hit and a jackpot.) 8) In the second decorative pattern, the "special pattern" dedicated to small wins does not stop (or sometimes does not stop); (9) A combination of decorative patterns that makes it difficult for the player to distinguish whether it is a small hit or a jackpot. Even in a configuration in which the player is stopped and displayed, the percentage of a small hit or a jackpot differs depending on the type of combination of decorative symbols that are difficult for the player to distinguish (for example, by matching three decorative symbols, the probability of a jackpot after the jackpot is If a decorative symbol that is almost certain to shift to a variable gaming state is included in the stop symbols, the probability of a jackpot is higher than if it is not included.

Next, in step 1410-2, the first main game symbol determining means MN41-A (second main game symbol determining means MN41-B) selects the first main game symbol determining lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determining means MN41-B). With reference to the symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B), regarding the main game symbols based on the main game symbol validity lottery results and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (in particular, the symbol lottery random number). The symbols to be stopped are determined and temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C.

Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 2) is an example of the first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, if a jackpot is won, one of the main game symbol candidates (in this example, "4A, 5A, 7A" and "4B, 5B, 7B") is selected. It is configured such that one main game symbol is determined as a jackpot symbol. The number of rounds of the special game determined with reference to the main game symbols is 4R for 4A and 5A, 8R for 4B and 5B, and 10R for 7A and 7B. Furthermore, the types of random numbers and stop symbols are just examples, and are not limited to these {for example, the losing symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, but may be configured to have multiple types of symbols. When a specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the main game symbol changes to a state where the type of variation and/or selection rate is different from before the specific symbol was stopped and displayed (limited frequency state). }.

Next, in step 1410-3, the first main game variation mode determining means MN51-A (second main game variation mode determining means MN51-B) selects the first main game variation mode determination lottery corresponding to each gaming state. With reference to the table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B), the main game symbol winning/failure lottery result and the first main game content determining random number (second main game content determining random number) (in particular, the fluctuation The variation mode of the main game symbols is determined based on the mode lottery random number), and these are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the process moves to step 1414.

Here, FIGS. 12 and 13 (main game table 3) are an example of the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, on both the first main game side and the second main game side, based on the winning/failure lottery results of the main game symbols, the state of the main game time saving flag, and the number of reservations at the start of fluctuation, It is configured such that the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbols is determined. In other words, when the winning/failure lottery result of the main game symbol is a hit, it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long, and when the main game time reduction flag is on (time reduction gaming state), the variation mode is relatively long. Therefore, it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is short, and when the number of pending items is 2 to 3, the variation time is relatively short compared to the case where the number of pending items is 0 to 1. The mode is configured so that it is easy to determine (only in case of a loss). It should be noted that this example is just an example, and there is no limitation to the type of stopped symbols, selection rate, etc. Further, it may be configured such that the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time reduction gaming state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) is relatively long {the symbol variation on the second main game side When the system is configured such that it is advantageous for the player to execute, the second main game side is likely to be held by lowering the symbol fluctuation efficiency on the first main game side (which is advantageous for the player). Since the purpose is to create a situation in which the game is played, it is particularly effective in cases where it is not possible to distinguish between the starting opening on the first main game side and the starting opening on the second main gaming side. In addition, an example of the performance executed when each variation mode is selected is shown in "Production mode executed on the sub side". In addition, as a performance mode executed on the sub side, a pseudo-continuous variation (a production in which it appears as if symbol fluctuations are occurring multiple times during the display of one fluctuation of the main game symbol), which will be described later, is performed. A "pseudo consecutive failure performance" may be provided, which is a performance that informs the player that the pseudo continuous fluctuation will not be executed after inciting the player whether the In the game state, the random number distribution (execution frequency) of "Pseudo consecutive failure effect → stop of losing rolls" is higher when the number of pendings is 0 to 1 than when the number of pending is 2 to 3. (It may be configured in this way in both the non-time reduction gaming state and the time reduction gaming state).In addition, when the "pseudo continuous success performance" is executed, the pseudo continuous success effect described below It may be configured such that after the player is informed as to whether or not the fluctuation will be executed, the player is notified that the pseudo continuous fluctuation will be executed. In addition, the "pseudo consecutive failure performance" and the "pseudo consecutive success performance" are performances using "special symbols" or specific numbers described later. For example, when the "pseudo consecutive failure performance" is executed, the "pseudo consecutive failure performance" is After asking the player whether or not the "special symbol" will temporarily stop in the middle row, the decorative symbol one frame after the "special symbol" will stop (temporarily stop) in the middle row, and the "pseudo consecutive success effect" will occur. When executed, the player is asked whether or not the "special symbol" should temporarily stop in the middle row, and then the "special symbol" stops (temporarily stops) in the middle row. There is. In addition, in order to cause the second main game to be suspended during the fluctuation of the first main game symbol in the time reduction gaming state, which is an irregular symbol variation, the first main game symbol related to the loss in the time reduction gaming state is The contents of the variation mode determination table may be configured such that short-time variation modes are not selected regardless of the number of reservations (for example, all variation times are 5 seconds or more). Note that the number of reservations shown in the figure is not the total number of the first main game reservation and the second main game reservation, but in the case of the first main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A, the number of reservations is the first main game reservation. This is the number of games pending, and in the case of the second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B, it is the second main game pending number.

Next, in step 1414, the game content determining means MN issues a symbol fluctuation display start instruction command (stopped symbol information, stopped symbol attribute information) temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. , information related to the determined main game symbols such as fluctuation mode information, commands related to the current gaming state, etc.) are set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (control command transmission in step 1999). (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by processing). Next, in step 1416, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C set a predetermined time related to the main game symbol variation time in the first and second main game symbol variation management timer MP11t-C. do. Next, in step 1417, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C control the first main game symbol display section A21g (of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) On the second main game symbol display section B21g), a variable display of the main game symbols is started according to the variation mode stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. Next, in step 1418, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turn on the fluctuating flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C, The process moves to step 1420.

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

Next, in step 1420, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C determine whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sends information (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub-main control section SM to the effect that symbol variation is finished. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1423, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C control the first main game symbol display section A21g (of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) The variable display of the main game symbols on the second main game symbol display section B21g) is stopped, and the stopped symbols stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C are displayed as fixed stopped symbols. Control. Next, in step 1428, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turn off the fluctuating flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C. .

Next, in step 1430, the game content determining means MN refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C and determines whether or not the stopped symbol of the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol. do. In the case of Yes in step 1430, in step 1432, the game content determining means MN turns on the condition device activation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. On the other hand, if No in step 1430, step 1432 is skipped.

Next, in step 1450, the specific game control means MP50 executes a specific game end determination process, which will be described later, and moves to the next process (the process of step 1500). Note that even in the case of No in step 1420, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1500).

Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process related to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b and determines whether the main game probability change flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1470, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time saving number counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is larger than 0. In the case of Yes in step 1470, in step 1472, the specific game control means MP50 subtracts (decrements) the counter value of the time saving number counter MP52c by 1. Next, in step 1474, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time saving number counter MP52c and determines whether the counter value (remaining time saving number) is 0 or not. If Yes in step 1474, in steps 1476 and 1478, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game time saving flag and the auxiliary game time saving flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and next The process moves to step 1500 (processing of step 1500). Note that even in the case of No in step 1452, step 1470, or step 1474, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1500).

Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the special game operating condition determination process related to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the condition determining means MP31 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether the conditional device activation flag is on. If Yes in step 1502, in step 1514, the special game control means MP30 selects the specific game flags (main game probability change flag, main game time shortening flag, auxiliary game time shortening flag, etc.) in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. flag). Next, in step 1518, the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the time saving number counter MP52c. Next, in step 1520, the special game control means MP30 turns on the special game transfer permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1522, the special game control means MP30 turns off the conditional device activation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and moves to the next process (the process of step 1600). Note that if the answer is No in step 1502, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1600).

Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of special game control processing related to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether the special game transition permission flag is on. If Yes in step 1602, in steps 1604 and 1606, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game transfer permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and also turns off the special game execution flag. Turn on. Next, in step 1607, the special game execution means MP33 sets an initial value (1 in this example) to a round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1608, the special game execution means MP33 sets information to start a special game (special game start display instruction command) in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side ( In the control command transmission process of step 1999, the control command is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM), and the process moves to step 1612.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether the special game execution flag is on. If YES in step 1610, the process moves to step 1612. Incidentally, in the case of No in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 determines that permission for the special game is not granted, and moves to the next process (the process of step 1997).

Next, in step 1612, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, in other words, immediately before the start of each round. Determine whether it exists or not. If Yes in step 1612, that is, immediately before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, special game execution means MP33 sets an opening pattern in special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1616, the special game execution means MP33 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in step 1618, the special game execution means MP33 turns on the round continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1620, the special game execution means MP33 drives the first big winning hole electric accessory C11d (or the second big winning hole electric accessory C21d) of the first big winning hole C10 to win the first big prize. The opening C10 (or the second big winning opening C20) is opened and a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) is set in the special game timer MP34t (particularly the opening time timer) to start, and the process proceeds to step 1622. On the other hand, if No in step 1612, that is, if the big prize opening is open, the process moves to step 1622 without performing the processes in steps 1614 to 1620.

Next, in step 1622, the special game execution means MP33 transmits a game status command related to the current special game (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning game balls, etc.) to the sub-main control unit SM side. (It is sent to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command sending process in step 1999). Next, in step 1624, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and in the round, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and in this round, the first big winning hole C10 (or the second big winning hole C20) has a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls). It is determined whether there is a winning ball (ball). If YES in step 1624, the process moves to step 1628. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1624, in step 1626, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game timer MP34t (particularly the opening time timer) and determines the predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to opening the big winning opening. Determine whether the time has elapsed. If YES in step 1626, the process also moves to step 1628. Note that in the case of No in step 1626, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1997).

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

Next, FIG. 17 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the special game ends, which is related to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and determines whether the stopped symbols are probability-variable jackpot symbols (probability-variable game state after the execution of the special game is completed). It is determined whether or not it is a transitional jackpot symbol (in this example, 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B). In the case of Yes in step 1652, in step 1654, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and moves to step 1658. On the other hand, if No in step 1652, that is, if the stopped symbol is a non-probability variable jackpot symbol (a jackpot symbol that does not shift to the probability variable game state after the execution of the special game, in this example, 4A/4B), step 1656 Then, the specific game control means MP50 sets the counter value of the time saving number counter MP52c to a predetermined number of times (100 times in this example), and proceeds to step 1658.

Next, in step 1658 and step 1660, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game time saving flag and the auxiliary game time saving flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and performs the next process (step 1997 processing).

Next, the control processing executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be explained with reference to FIGS. 18 to 26. First, FIG. 18 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly the sub-main control unit SM side) in the Pachinko gaming machine according to this embodiment. Here, the process shown in FIG. 4A is a process executed by the sub-main control unit SM after a reset such as when the gaming machine is powered on. That is, when the gaming machine is powered on, in step 2002, the sub-main control unit SM executes initial processing based on information received from the main side (main control board M side) (for example, clears RAM clear information). When receiving → Initializes the RAM on the sub side; When receiving various information commands → Resets information related to production at the time of power outage to the RAM on the sub side). Next, in step 2003, the sub-main control unit SM restores the number of reservations (for example, the drawing reservation counter value) based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side). Note that the current performance will not be restored, and the "Preparing" screen will be displayed until the next change starts. Thereafter, the process shifts to a loop process in which the sub-main control unit SM repeatedly executes the repeat process routine (b). Here, when (b) is executed, as shown in the process of FIG. Execute. Next, in step 2200, the sub-game control means (sub-main control section) SM executes a decorative symbol display content determination process to be described later. Next, in step 2300, the sub-game control means (sub-main control section) SM executes a first decorative symbol display control process to be described later. Next, in step 2350, the sub-game control means (sub-main control section) SM executes a second decorative symbol display control process to be described later. Next, in step 2400, the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes special game-related display control processing to be described later. Next, in step 2500, the sub-game control means (sub-main control section) SM executes a background effect control process to be described later. Next, in step 2999, the sub-game control means (sub-main control section) SM executes display command transmission control processing (sends the commands set in these series of subroutines to the sub-sub control section SS side), and End the repeat processing routine.

As described above, the sub-main control unit SM employs a configuration in which the sub-main side routine (S2100 to S2999) is loop-processed after being reset. Further, the process shown in FIG. 2(c) is an interrupt process of the sub-main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line in the main control board M mentioned above is transmitted to one terminal of the CPU of the sub-main control unit SM (in this example, , NMI terminal). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub-main control unit SM (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 2004, the sub-main control unit SM uses the command input port ( Check the input port of the data signal line mentioned above. Then, in step 2006, the sub-main control unit SM stores the command transmitted from the main control board M side in the RAM (for example, main-side information temporary storage means SM11b) on the sub-main control unit SM side based on the confirmation result. is temporarily stored and returns to the process that was being executed immediately before this interrupt process.

Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of pending information management processing related to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and sends a command related to the occurrence of a new reservation (first main game symbol or second main game symbol) from the main control board M side. It is determined whether or not pending information related to game symbols has been received. If Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the drawing pending information display control means SM22 stores the drawing pending counters (in this example, up to 4 for the first main game) in the drawing pending information temporary storage means SM22b. For the second main game, add "1" to the maximum of 4 pieces. Next, in step 2106, the drawing reservation information display control means SM22, based on the reservation generation command transmitted from the main control board M side, displays reservation information (particularly, random numbers related to the main game symbol lottery and reservation pre-reading group information). ) is temporarily stored in the drawing pending information temporary storage means SM22b, and the process moves to step 2118.

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

Next, in step 2118, the drawing pending information display control means SM22 makes full use of the effect display means SS to display the mounting on the effect display device SG (in particular, the first pending display area SG12, the second pending display area SG13). The same number of pending images as the drawing pending counter value in the drawing pending information temporary storage means SM22b are lit and displayed, and the process moves to the next process (the process of step 2200).

Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the decorative pattern display content determination process related to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. First, in step 2202, the drawing display content determining means SM21n refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 2202, in step 2204, the drawing display content determining means SM21n turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2206, the design display content determining means SM21n (and the preview effect display content determining means SM24n, the ready-to-reach effect display content determining means SM25n) selects the symbol information temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means SM11b ( The first decorative symbol (as described above, is displayed based on the information from the main control board M side) with reference to the stop symbols and variation modes related to the main game symbol) and the lottery table SM21ta for determining the content of variation in the design. The stop symbol is a so-called decorative symbol that is controlled, and its display size and operation details will be described later). For example, if the stop symbol related to the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol, If it is a losing symbol, a number zero (win) such as 7, a number 1, 3, 5, etc.} and the variation pattern {for example, the variation pattern related to the main game symbol is short-term. If it is a fluctuation, it is non-reach, and if it is a long-term fluctuation, it is normal reach, super reach, etc.), and the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b (and the preview performance related information temporary storage means SM24b, the reach performance) The related information is temporarily stored in the temporary storage means SM25b). Here, in this embodiment, the first decorative pattern is composed of three columns, the left column, the middle column, and the right column, and is an effective line (a line where three numerical patterns are lined up to notify the result of success or failure). ) is one line, and if the same number symbols are aligned on the active line, it means a jackpot (on the contrary, if the same number symbols are not aligned on the active line, it is a loss). In addition, in the left column, middle column, and right column (or only in the middle column), in addition to the number symbols, there are "special symbols" (if displayed on the active line, it does not mean a jackpot, but after that it will be a jackpot. This is a symbol that foretells that this may occur, and the display size and operation details will be described later) can be stopped (temporarily stopped), and the numerical symbols are also configured so that they can be temporarily stopped during symbol fluctuation. has been done. In addition, temporary stop means to temporarily stop display the decorative symbols in all rows during the period from the start of the fluctuating display of the main game symbols to the stop display, and the temporary stop display of the decorative symbols , refers to a state in which it is possible to start variable display again during the relevant period (hereinafter used with the same meaning). Although the details will be described later, the "special symbol" in the pseudo-continuous fluctuation can be temporarily stopped (temporary stop), does not have a confirmed stop, and is not included in the stop mode that notifies the jackpot. The "special symbol" at the time of execution of the look-ahead effect is configured so that it can be temporarily stopped (temporary stop), it can be fixedly stopped, and it is not included in the stopping mode that notifies the jackpot. .

Next, in step 2208, the design display content determining means SM21n (and the preview effect display content determining means SM24n, the reach effect display content determining means SM25n) selects the symbol information temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means SM11b ( The display is controlled based on the information from the main control board M side, with reference to the stop symbols and variation modes related to the main game symbols) and the lottery table SM21ta for determining the content of variation in the design. (Details regarding its display size and operation contents will be described later) '', etc., and if the symbol is a loss, the number is 1, 3, 5, etc.) and the variation pattern {for example, the variation pattern related to the main game pattern fluctuates in a short period of time. In the case of non-reach, and in the case of long-term fluctuation, normal reach, super reach, etc.) is determined, and the temporary storage means SM21b (and the temporary storage means SM24b of the information related to the preview performance, the temporary storage means SM24b, and the temporary storage means SM24b of the information related to the preview performance) The information is temporarily stored in the information temporary storage means SM25b). Here, in this embodiment, the second decorative pattern is composed of three columns: the left column, the middle column, and the right column, and there is one valid line (a line in which the same number symbols are valid). If the same number symbols are aligned on the active line, it means a jackpot (on the contrary, if the same number symbols are not aligned on the active line, it is a loss). In addition, only the numerical symbols can stop in the left, middle, and right columns ("special symbols" do not stop like the first decorative symbol), and are configured so that they do not temporarily stop during symbol fluctuations. . In this way, the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern are configured to independently determine the display content for notifying the validity of the main game pattern. The basic property of both decorative symbols is that they can independently notify the success or failure results of the main game symbols.

Next, in step 2216, the drawing display content determining means SM21n determines the validity result of the main game symbol and the decorative symbols (first decorative symbol and second decorative symbol) temporarily stored in the main side information temporary storage means SM11b. Based on the variation mode, determine the decorative pattern presentation content by referring to the decorative pattern presentation table SM21ta-2 (for example, decorative pattern presentation table 1 to decorative pattern presentation table 2) in the drawing variation content determination lottery table SM21ta, The display update timing and display update contents are set and temporarily stored in the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2218, the drawing display content determination means SM21n turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and starts the next process (the process of step 2300). Transition. Note that even in the case of No in step 2202, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 2300).

In addition, in the above explanation, the main game symbols whose display is controlled on the main control board M side are those on the first main game side (first main game symbols) or those on the second main game side ( Although there is no mention of whether the second main game symbol is a second main game symbol, basically the display contents of both the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol may be determined in correspondence with the first main game symbol. Alternatively, the display contents of both the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern may be determined in correspondence with the second main game pattern, that is, the variable display of the first main game pattern and the variable display of the second main game pattern. Regardless of which variable display is performed, the variable display of both the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern may be made executable in conjunction with the variable display. However, this does not apply in the time reduction gaming state (a state accompanied by the so-called electric support state). For example, in the time reduction gaming state, the first main game symbol fluctuates and the second main game symbol fluctuates. For example, regardless of which display is performed, only one of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern can be displayed in a variable manner in conjunction with the display.

Here, FIGS. 21 and 22 (decorative pattern presentation table 1, decorative pattern presentation table 2) are decorative pattern presentation table SM21ta-2 (decorative pattern presentation table 1, especially a part when the result is a loss, This is an example of the decorative symbol production table 2, especially a part when the result is a jackpot. In addition, in the figures, the first decorative pattern may be simply described as the first decorative pattern, and the second decorative pattern may be described as the second decorative pattern (the same applies hereinafter). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, the result of winning or failing the main game symbol (shown in the leftmost column; in this example, "loss" or "jackpot") and the decorative symbol (the first decorative symbol and the second decorative pattern) (illustrated in the second row on the left; in this example, only in the case of "pseudo consecutive failure (total production time 30 seconds)" and "super reach (total production time 60 seconds)" Based on the obtained random number value (a random number value obtained on the sub-main board SM side, a part of which is shown in the third column on the left), the decorative pattern presentation content (in the fourth column on the left) In this example, it is configured to be able to determine "Main appearance A-1 (Lose) Pseudo series 1", "Main appearance B-1 (Jackpot) No pseudo series", etc. When the decorative pattern performance content is determined, the "display update timing" and "display update content" can be uniquely determined. For example, if the decorative pattern presentation content = "A-1 (losing) pseudo-run 1", the "display update timing" = "at the start of variation (0 seconds later)" and the "display update content" = "decoration". Figure fluctuation start (all rows of first and second decorative symbols)" is determined, and "display update timing" = "12 seconds after fluctuation start", "display update content" = "1st drawing temporary stop display (left column), 2nd illustration not displayed. Then, as described later, the "display update content" that has reached the "display update timing" is changed to the first decorative pattern according to the elapsed time related to the variation time of the decorative pattern (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern). This will be executed sequentially for each of the second decorative symbols. That is, when "A-1 (losing) pseudo-row 1" is determined, after all columns of the first decorative symbol and all columns of the second decorative symbol are displayed in a variable manner, "display update timing" = "variation start". 12 seconds later, if the display is controlled so that all rows of the first decorative pattern are hidden (even the state of fluctuating display is not displayed), the second decorative pattern is , the display is controlled so that all columns are displayed in a variable manner (the state of the variable display becomes visible), and when the "display update timing" = "12 seconds after the start of variation" is reached, the first decorative pattern is Regarding the second decorative pattern, the display is controlled so that only the left column is stopped, while the display is controlled so that the entire column is hidden (even the state of fluctuating display is not displayed). . In this way, the basic operation in this example is that when the first decorative pattern is visible (easily visible) to the player, the second decorative pattern is visible to the player. If the first decorative pattern is invisible (hard to see) to the player, and the second decorative pattern is invisible (hard to see) to the player, then the second decorative pattern is invisible (hard to see) to the player. In other words, in order to ensure that the player is informed that the symbols are changing (easily visible), the second decorative symbols are displayed in a complementary manner. In addition, the production pattern (a series of display contents) defined by "A-1 (Loss) Pseudo-Run 1" is different from the production pattern defined by the name of other decorative design production contents (that is, the display contents are different). ) I would like to add that it is a thing. In addition, the range of random numbers is "0 to 1023" for all variation modes, and this figure extracts a part of the random number range for the drawing variation mode (therefore, it corresponds to a certain drawing variation mode). The random number range of the obtained random number value corresponding to the drawing variation mode different from the certain drawing variation mode are different from each other, but both range from "0 to 1023". range).

Here, the present embodiment is configured to be able to execute so-called pseudo-continuous variation, and specifically, the decorative pattern presentation contents in this example are "A-1 (losing) pseudo-continuation 1", "A-2 (Loss) Pseudo-Run 2" and "B-2 (Jackpot) Pseudo-Run 2." For example, in the decorative pattern production content "A-2 (losing) pseudo-run 2", "display update timing" = "variation start time (0 seconds later)" and "display update content" = "design variation start (after 0 seconds)". 1 decorative pattern and all rows of the 2nd decorative pattern)" is executed, "Display update timing" = "12 seconds after the start of variation", "13 seconds after the start of variation", "14 seconds after the start of variation" is executed. "Display update content" = "1st design temporary stop display (left column)" (left column of the 1st decorative pattern is a stop display), "1st design temporary stop display (right column)" (1st decorative pattern temporary stop display (right column)) The right column is a stop display), and the "first drawing special symbol temporary stop display" (the middle row of the first decorative symbols is a stop display at the above-mentioned "special symbol") are sequentially executed. Then, when "display update timing" = "15 seconds after start of variation", "display update content" = "start of 1st design variation (all columns)" (all columns of only the 1st decorative pattern are displayed variable again) After execution, "Display update timing" = "26 seconds after the start of fluctuation", "27 seconds after the start of fluctuation", "28 seconds after the start of fluctuation", "Display update content" = "1st drawing temporary stop display ( (left column) (the left column of the 1st decorative pattern is a stop display), ``1st drawing temporary stop display (right column)'' (the right column of the 1st decorative pattern is a stop display), ``1st drawing special design By sequentially executing the "temporary stop display" (the middle row of the first decorative symbol is stopped and displayed when the above-mentioned "special symbol" is displayed), the player can enjoy the For one decorative pattern, it appears that the pattern changes occur multiple times.

In addition, in this embodiment, when the first decorative pattern is not displayed (a state in which the state of static display or fluctuating display is not displayed), and when the middle row of the first decorative pattern is the above-mentioned "special pattern", When the second decorative pattern is temporarily stopped, the second decorative pattern is displayed in a variable manner, and in other cases, the second decorative pattern is hidden. That is, if the player can visually recognize the first decorative pattern or can determine which pattern is stopped as the first decorative pattern, the second decorative pattern is hidden (the first decorative pattern is If the player is unable to visually recognize the first decorative symbol, or it is impossible to determine which symbol is stopped as the first decorative symbol {for example, When the "special symbols" are stopped and the numbers in the middle row (or all rows) are indistinguishable, the second decorative symbol is displayed in a variable manner, allowing the player to always select one of the numbers. The decorative pattern (either the first decorative pattern or the second decorative pattern) can be visually recognized, and the progress of the game can be easily grasped. In the present embodiment, the second decorative pattern is configured so that the "special pattern" does not temporarily stop, but this makes it difficult to grasp the progress of the game with respect to the first decorative pattern, while increasing the interest of the performance. Since the main purpose is to increase the game progress, the second decorative pattern, which is provided to ensure that the progress of the game can be easily understood, is a "special symbol" (i.e., if it is displayed on the active line, it will be a jackpot. This is because the system is configured not to display symbols that may make it difficult to understand the progress of the game, such as symbols that foretell that a jackpot may occur in the future, even though they do not mean anything. In addition, in the case of the above-mentioned "non-display" (including both the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern), a state in which the display is fluctuated at high speed (a fluctuating state in which an afterimage is visible) may be included, and the above-mentioned In the case of a "display" (including both the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern), the display is displayed in a slowly fluctuating manner (in the case of a display mode that fluctuates from top to bottom, it is displayed slowly from the top to the bottom). and (temporarily) a fluctuating state toward the scheduled stop position).

In addition, in this embodiment, the second decorative pattern is configured so as not to temporarily stop (and the "special pattern" does not stop) during the movement, but the second decorative pattern is not limited to this. As with the first decorative pattern, it may be configured such that it can be temporarily stopped during the fluctuation (or a pseudo fluctuation may occur). That is, in the case of such a configuration, the operation contents of the fluctuating display and the stop display (including temporary stop) are almost the same for all the rows of the first decorative pattern and all the rows of the second decorative pattern, and they are not displayed in a stopped state. This means that the types of symbols used will be different.

Further, regarding the second decorative symbols, it is not necessary to display them all the time during the variable display of the main game symbols, and the display conditions and display mode of the second decorative symbols may be changed as appropriate. For example, (1) while a specific effect is occurring (instead of making the first decorative pattern invisible, a movie video is played using the entire display area on the effect display device SG, or a so-called effect) (2) At the time of a specific ready-to-reach performance (2) displaying a second decorative pattern in a state in which a movable accessory for a game advances to a state where it covers the display area on the performance display device SG) 1.Instead of making the decorative symbols invisible, it is possible to forcibly pause the display content of the performance that was being performed on the performance display device SG during the execution of a reach effect where the expectation of jackpot increases significantly. The second decorative pattern is displayed only when executing a so-called freeze reach effect), and is hidden during other reach effects (especially when executing a reach effect with low expectation of jackpot). 3) The appearance position of the second decorative pattern on the performance display device SG is varied according to the performance pattern (for example, the above-mentioned movable accessory for the performance advances to a state where it covers the display area on the performance display device SG) (4) The first decorative pattern can be moved, reduced, or enlarged. On the other hand, the second decorative pattern cannot be moved, reduced, or enlarged, or the probability of movement, reduction, or enlargement, movement width, reduction rate, enlargement rate, etc. are different from the first decorative pattern. It may be lower than, etc.

In addition, during a specific reach effect or in a situation where the first decorative symbol forms a reach state (for example, a situation where the left column and right column are temporarily stopped with the same symbol), the second decorative symbol changes. It may be configured as shown.

Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the first decorative pattern display control process related to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether the symbol content determination flag is on. If Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2306, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the illustration display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2309, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 starts the first drawing variation time management timer SM21t-1, and proceeds to step 2310. It should be noted that even in the case of No in step 2302, the process moves to step 2310.

Next, in step 2310, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the illustration display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol variation flag is on. If Yes in step 2310, in step 2312 the decorative pattern display control means SM21 checks the timer value of the first drawing variation time management timer SM21t-1. Next, in step 2314, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 controls the first decoration based on the first illustration variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the variation mode temporarily stored in the illustration display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether the symbol fluctuation start timing has been reached. If Yes in step 2314, in step 2316, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 sets a variable display command for the first decorative pattern (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS in the display command transmission control process in step 2999). ) and moves to step 2330.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2314, in step 2318, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 changes the variation mode temporarily stored in the first drawing variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Based on this, it is determined whether the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) of the first decorative pattern has been reached. If Yes in step 2318, in step 2320, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 refers to the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether it is the timing to stop the above-mentioned "special symbol" ( In this example, the "special symbol" is configured to temporarily stop only on the middle symbol.) If Yes in step 2320, in step 2322, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 selects an angel zone flag (for notifying that the jackpot expectation level is increased) in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. The flag that triggers the display of the background image is turned on and the process moves to step 2324. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2320, the process moves to step 2324. Next, in step 2324, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 sets a stop display command (temporary stop display command) for the first decorative pattern (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS in the display command transmission control process of step 2999). ) and moves to step 2330. In this embodiment, when the angel zone flag is turned on, the "angel zone background" is displayed as a background effect, but the timing at which the angel zone flag is turned on is, for example, , (1) during symbol fluctuations with relatively high jackpot expectations (for example, symbol fluctuations that result in reach), (2) when symbol fluctuations related to suspension of consumption schedule stop prior to symbol fluctuations with high jackpot expectations, etc. Also, although the details will be described later, the "special symbol" that triggers the angel zone flag to turn on may be temporarily stopped in the case of (1) mentioned above, or in the case of (2) mentioned above. It may be stopped permanently.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2318, in step 2326, the preview effect display control means SM24 (and the ready-to-reach effect display control means SM25) stores the first drawing variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the preview effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. (and the variation mode temporarily stored in the ready-to-reach performance related information temporary storage means SM25b), it is determined whether the display timing of the preview image or the ready-to-reach image has arrived. If Yes in step 2326, in step 2328, the preview effect display control means SM24 (and reach effect display control means SM25) sets an image display command related to the preview image or ready-to-reach image (display command transmission control process in step 2999). (is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS), and the process moves to step 2330. It should be noted that even in the case of No in step 2326, the process moves to step 2330.

Next, in step 2330, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 refers to the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines that the first decorative pattern is normally displayed (as described above, when the player visually recognizes the first decorative pattern). (or if it is possible to determine which symbol is stopped as the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol is hidden). If Yes in step 2330, in step 2332, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 sets the second pattern display flag (with respect to the second decorative pattern) in the flag area of the installation display related information temporary storage device SM21b to a non-display state. The flag for switching whether the display state is set to OFF or the display state is set to ON is turned off, and the process moves to step 2336. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2330, in step 2334, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 turns on the second pattern display flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to step 2336. .

Next, in step 2336, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the main game symbols are stopped and displayed (for example, the main side information temporary storage means Referring to SM11b, it is determined whether information indicating that the main game symbols will be stopped and displayed is received from the main control board M side. If Yes in step 2336, in step 2338, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 sets a stop display command (determined display command) for the first decorative pattern (in the display command transmission control process in step 2999, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 ). Next, in step 2340, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 stops and resets (zero clears) the first drawing variation time management timer SM21t-1. Next, in step 2342, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the illustration display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and moves to the next process (the process of step 2350). do. Note that even in the case of No in step 2310 or step 2336, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 2350).

In this embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM uses the first drawing variation time management timer SM21t-1 to manage the timing related to the variable display of the first decorative pattern, the execution timing of the background effect, etc. However, the management method of the timing related to the fluctuation of the first decorative pattern, the execution timing of the background effect, etc. is not limited to this. The timing, preview image/ready-to-reach image display timing, background effect display timing (background effect display switching timing), etc. are all determined and sent to the sub-sub control unit SS, and the sub-sub control unit SS processes them according to the received content. The effect may be executed (displayed) at any time (the same applies to the second decorative pattern).

Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the second decorative pattern display control process related to the subroutine of step 2350 in FIG. First, in step 2352, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the illustration display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the first symbol variation flag is on. If Yes in step 2352, in step 2354, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the second symbol display flag is on. . If Yes in step 2354, in step 2356, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 sets a variable display execution command for the second decorative pattern (command for variable displaying the second decorative pattern) (sends the display command in step 2999). (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the control process), and the process moves to step 2360. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2354, in step 2358, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 sets a variable display deletion command for the second decorative pattern (a command for hiding the second decorative pattern) (in step 2999). (The display command is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process), and the process moves to step 2360.

Next, in step 2360, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the illustration display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the main game symbols are stopped and displayed (for example, the main side information temporary storage means Referring to SM11b, it is determined whether information indicating that the main game symbols will be stopped and displayed is received from the main control board M side. If Yes in step 2360, in step 2362, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 sets a stop display command (determined display command) for the second decorative pattern (in the display command transmission control process in step 2999, the decorative pattern display control means SM21 ). Next, in step 2364, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the second symbol display flag in the flag area of the illustration display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and starts the next process (the process of step 2400). Transition. Note that even in the case of No in step 2352 or step 2360, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 2400).

Here, the lower part of the figure is an image diagram of the decorative pattern display area. As shown in the figure, the first decorative symbol, the second decorative symbol, and the reservation display (the reservation regarding the first main game symbol and the reservation regarding the second main game symbol may be displayed at the same time) are provided in the effect display device. It is configured so that it can be displayed on the SG, and in this embodiment, the first decorative symbol is stopped and displayed at the final display timing (the timing at which the main game symbol is stopped and displayed). Since the first decorative pattern is the main decorative pattern, the first decorative pattern has higher visibility than the second decorative pattern (the displayed area is assumed to be larger). Moreover, in this embodiment, the variation start timing and variation end timing (determined display timing) of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern are the same timing.

Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of special game related display control processing related to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and determines whether or not the special game flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main side. If Yes in step 2404, in steps 2406 and 2408, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the special game in progress flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and also turns on the effect display device. A jackpot start display is performed on the SG (an appropriate display is performed based on the type of jackpot), and the process moves to step 2412. It should be noted that even in the case of No in step 2402, the process moves to step 2412.

Next, in step 2412, the background effect display control means SM23 sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of prizes on the effect display device SG based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main side (the number of rounds and the number of prizes won are (It may be executed as necessary based on the type, etc.)

Next, in step 2413, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command to display the effect related to the special game currently being executed based on the game state at the time of winning the currently executed jackpot and the stopped jackpot symbol ( In the display command transmission control process in step 2999, the display command is sent to the sub-sub control unit SS side). A performance that the player cannot recognize is executed). Next, in step 2414, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2414, in step 2416, the background effect display control means SM23 displays a jackpot end display on the effect display device SG (displays as appropriate based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2418, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special game in progress flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and moves to the next process (the process of step 2500). . Note that even in the case of No in step 2404 or step 2414, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 2500).

Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of background effect control processing related to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. 18. First, in step 2502, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the angel zone flag is on. If Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the background effect display control means SM23 sets the "angel zone background" (background effect that can be displayed when the "special symbol" is temporarily stopped) as the background effect, and in step 2506 to move to. Next, in step 2506, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether the fluctuation (a part of the pseudo continuous fluctuation) that triggered the transition to the "angel zone" has ended. Determine whether If Yes in step 2506, in step 2508, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the angel zone flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2509, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a predetermined background effect (for example, sets the background effect that was set before the "angel zone background" was set), and proceeds to step 2520. do.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2502, in step 2512, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a symbol variation display start instruction command has been received from the main side. . If Yes in step 2512, in step 2514, a stage transition lottery is executed to win with a predetermined probability (in this example, 1/20) (the stage transition lottery will be executed at the start of each fluctuation) . Next, in step 2516, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the lottery result in step 2514 and determines whether or not the stage transition lottery has been won. If Yes in step 2516, in step 2518, the background effect display control means SM23 performs a transition to a predetermined stage transition pattern (for example, to loop each stage in the order of flatland stage → space stage → volcano stage → flatland stage). 25), the background effect is set, and the process moves to step 2520. Note that the process also moves to step 2520 in the case of No in step 2506, step 2512, or step 2516.

Next, in step 2520, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command to display the set background effect on the effect display device SG (in the display command transmission control process of step 2999, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command to display the set background effect on the effect display device SG) 2999) and moves on to the next process (the process of step 2999).

With the above configuration, in the Pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, two types of decorative patterns, the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern, are provided, and the first decorative pattern is hidden (stopped). By configuring the second decorative pattern to be displayed (fluctuating display) in a state where the displayed state is not displayed or in a situation where it is difficult to see, the player can always see one of the decorative patterns. It is possible to provide a user-friendly game machine in which it is possible to visually recognize and accurately determine which symbols are stopped and whether or not jackpot symbols are stopped.

(Example 1 of modification from this embodiment)
Here, in this embodiment, when pseudo-continuous fluctuation is executed, the "special symbol" always stops as the temporary stop symbol in the middle row, and the "special symbol" always stops while the first decorative symbol is fluctuating. Although the second decorative pattern is configured to be hidden, the display control method of the decorative pattern is not limited to this. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as Modification Example 1 from this embodiment, and only the changes from this embodiment will be described in detail below.

First, FIGS. 27 and 28 (decorative pattern presentation table 3, decorative pattern presentation table 4) are decorative pattern presentation table SM21ta-2 (decorative pattern presentation table 3, especially a part when the result is a loss, and This is an example of the decorative symbol production table 4 (particularly when the winning/failing result is a jackpot). First, changes from this embodiment will be described in detail regarding the first decorative pattern. In the first modification from the present embodiment, the first decorative pattern is configured to be displayed even during fluctuation. Also, for example, when executing a pseudo continuous fluctuation such as "A-6 (loss) pseudo series 2 (specific outcome)", the specific outcome other than the "special symbol" will stop at the temporary stop timing of the middle symbol. It is configured so that it can be done. Here, a specific roll is a roll that differs from a "special pattern" in that all rows (left row, middle row, right row) stop at numbers, but the stopping pattern follows certain rules. (for example, a number such as "345"), and is configured to notify the player that a pseudo continuous variation is being executed when the specific number is stopped. In addition, in modification example 1 from the present embodiment, when executing a pseudo continuous fluctuation, in the case of a loss, the specific number is more likely to stop than the "special symbol" at the temporary stop timing of the middle row. On the other hand, in the case of a jackpot, at the temporary stop timing of the middle row, the "special symbol" is easier to stop than the specific roll, that is, the "special symbol" is easier to stop than the specific roll. The expectation of hitting the jackpot is higher when the game stops. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and there is no problem in configuring the system so that the expectation of a jackpot is higher when the specific number stops than when the "special symbols" stop. In addition, when a pseudo fluctuation is executed in a pseudo continuous fluctuation, all the symbols will fluctuate again, that is, after the three symbols have temporarily stopped, the three symbols will fluctuate again, but in such a case, , If a "special symbol" temporarily stops in the middle row, and then the middle row changes again, the decorative symbol in the middle row at the time of the start of the re-change is no longer a "special symbol" {for example, "6★7" ” (★ = special symbol), it will change again in the state of “667” (the middle symbol is preferably a symbol that is “±1” of the right symbol or the left symbol)} Alternatively, when the "special symbol" temporarily stops in the middle row, three "667" symbols are temporarily stopped behind the "special symbol", and then the "special symbol" moves again. When erased, the first decorative pattern in the left column, the first decorative pattern in the middle row, and the first decorative pattern in the right column may be configured to change again. In such a case, by setting the display priority of the image of the "special symbol" in the middle row higher than the first decorative symbol in the middle row, the "special symbol" can be used in the form of the pseudo continuous variation that displays the specific result. Since it is only necessary to display the first decorative pattern, it is possible to prevent the method for determining the first decorative pattern from becoming complicated.

Next, changes from this embodiment will be explained in detail regarding the second decorative pattern. In the first modification from the present embodiment, the second decorative symbol is always displayed while the main game symbol is changing. In addition, in the case of a reach, the second decorative pattern is also temporarily stopped at the timing of the temporary stop of the first decorative pattern, and the second decorative pattern is also fixedly displayed at the same time as the fixed display timing of the first decorative pattern. (The same pattern will be stopped and displayed as the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern). The variable display mode of the second decorative pattern is not limited to this, for example, the first decorative pattern is visible and the player can easily grasp the game progress by visually recognizing the first decorative pattern. In this case, the second decorative pattern is hidden, that is, the specific appearance is stopped during the fluctuating display of the first decorative pattern, during the temporary stop of the left and right columns, and at the timing of the temporary stop of the middle row. If the middle row is in the middle row, the second decorative pattern is hidden, while if the "special symbol" is stopped at the temporary stop timing of the middle row, the second decorative pattern is displayed in a variable manner (or temporarily displayed). (stop display). Further, the second decorative pattern may be all stopped and temporarily stopped in accordance with the stopping and temporary stopping of the first decorative pattern. Further, the second decorative pattern may be always displayed in a variable manner regardless of the fluctuation status of the first decorative pattern, and the second decorative pattern may also be fixed and stopped only when the first decorative pattern is fixed and stopped.

By configuring as described above, in the gaming machine according to Modification Example 1 from the present embodiment, by configuring so that a specific number of outcomes can be temporarily stopped at the timing of temporarily stopping the middle row, pseudo-continuous fluctuation can be achieved. It is possible to provide multiple types of stopping modes at the time of temporary stopping during execution, and by varying the degree of expectation of a jackpot depending on the stopping mode, the player can focus on which stopping mode is the one in question. This increases the interest of the game.

In the first modification from the present embodiment, the first decorative pattern is displayed in a variable manner; however, the present invention is not limited to this, and during execution of a specific effect such as a reach effect, the first decorative pattern may be may be configured not to be displayed in a variable manner (hidden), or may be configured such that only a specific column (for example, the middle column) is not displayed.

In addition, in modification example 1 from the present embodiment, the configuration is such that a specific number (or "special symbol") can be temporarily stopped at the temporary stop timing of the middle row, but the specific number (or "special symbol") ) may be displayed in the left column and right column.For example, (1) the left column and right column are the same number, and the middle column is the same number ±1 (for example, "4, 5, 4" or a "special symbol" is placed at the 5 position in the middle row), (2) in the same stopping manner as a losing number that is not a specific number. (3) Temporarily stop all rows at the same time, (4) Temporarily stop when the numbers in the left and/or right column are in the middle row. (5) If the decorative patterns in the left and right columns are numbers that are separated by 2 or more, the decorative patterns in the middle row are numbers that are separated by 2 or more from the left and/or right column. If you temporarily stop due to a loss, it may be possible to do so. In addition, the conditions for the appearance of a specific number may also be changed. For example, if the temporary stop symbols (numbers) in the left and right columns are the same, it will likely appear (or it will appear only if they are the same). etc., it may be configured to be different from the appearance condition of the "special symbol". In addition, when a “special symbol” (or specific outcome) appears after reach, the expectation of a jackpot is higher than when a “special symbol” (or specific outcome) appears when it is not reach, or After that, there is a high possibility that the "special symbol" will temporarily stop again during the symbol change {For example, "7★7" has a higher jackpot expectation than "7★8" (★ = special symbol), Alternatively, the configuration may be such that there is a high possibility of temporary stopping again. In addition, when the left column and right column are the same number as shown in (1), and the middle column is a number that is ±1 of the same number, or the middle column and right column are the numbers in the left column. When using numbers such as ±1 or ±2, that is, when using the numbers in the left column as a reference and the numbers in the middle and right columns being predetermined numbers, only the numbers to be displayed in the left column are determined by lottery, etc. The numbers displayed in the middle and right columns should be the same as the numbers determined by lottery to be displayed in the left column, or ±1 or ±2 to the numbers determined by lottery to be displayed in the left column. (In other words, the numbers to be displayed in the middle and right columns are not determined by lottery or the like, but the numbers corresponding to the numbers to be displayed in the left column are determined.). For example, if the left column is N (N is a number from 1 to 8, for example), the middle column is N+1, and the right column is N, the number to be displayed in the left column is determined by lottery from 1 to 8. . If the number in the left column is determined to be "4", the middle column will be 4+1 = "5", the right column will be the same "4" as the left column, and the specific result will be "4, 5, 4". Set. By configuring this way, you can set a specific outcome using a table that only sets the numbers in the left column, without using a table that sets multiple specific outcomes that are a combination of the left column, middle column, and right column. Therefore, it is possible to easily determine a specific number in the decorative pattern display content determination process of step 2200. The numbers in the left column are determined by lottery, and the numbers in the middle and right columns are determined based on the numbers in the left column. In the case of numbers in a column, the numbers in the left and right columns may be determined, and in the case of right columns, the numbers in the left and middle columns may be determined.

(Example 2 of modification from this embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment and the first modification from the present embodiment, the configuration of the display mode of the first decorative pattern at the time of pseudo-continuous variation has been mentioned, but the configuration of the display mode of the first decorative pattern at the time of pseudo-continuous variation other than the above configuration New gameplay can be created by configuring the display mode. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as Modification Example 2 from this embodiment, and only the changes with respect to Modification Example 1 from this embodiment will be described in detail below.

First, FIGS. 29 and 30 (decorative pattern presentation table 5, decorative pattern presentation table 6) are a part of the decorative pattern presentation table SM21ta-2 (decorative pattern presentation table 5, especially when the result is a loss, and , is an example of the decorative pattern production table 6 (particularly when the winning/failing result is a jackpot). The changes from the present embodiment to Modification Example 1 will first be described in detail regarding the first decorative pattern. In modification example 2 from this embodiment, the first decorative pattern is displayed during fluctuation, and the "special symbol" that can be stopped at the temporary stop timing of the middle row in pseudo continuous fluctuation is "special symbol A" and " There are two types: "Special Design B". Here, the "special symbol A" is configured to be able to temporarily stop from the first temporary stop timing of the middle row in the pseudo-continuous variation (even after that timing), while the "special symbol B" is It is configured to be able to temporarily stop from the second middle row temporary stop timing in the fluctuation. Further, the specific number is configured such that it can be temporarily stopped from the first temporary stop timing of the middle row in the pseudo-continuous fluctuation (even after that timing). That is, at the first temporary stop timing of the middle row in the pseudo continuous fluctuation, the "special symbol A" and two types of specific outcomes can be temporarily stopped as the stop mode, while the second middle row in the pseudo continuous fluctuation can be temporarily stopped. At the temporary stopping timing, the stopping mode is configured so that three types of specific outcomes, ``special symbol A'' and ``special symbol B'', can be temporarily stopped, and the first middle row in the pseudo continuous fluctuation is There are more types of stop modes that can be stopped at the second middle row temporary stop timing in the pseudo-continuous variation than at the temporary stop timing. In this way, the temporary stop timing in the middle row of pseudo-continuous fluctuations may be configured such that the later the temporary stop timing is, the more types of stopping manners there are. It may be configured such that the number of times is reduced. In addition, in the case of a configuration in which the number of types of stopping modes increases as the temporary stopping timing approaches the latter half, the stopping mode with a high degree of expectation that the fluctuation will be a jackpot is selected as the type of selection candidate every time a pseudo fluctuation is executed. It may be configured such that a new change is added, and by such a configuration, the player will pay attention to each pseudo change every time it is executed. In addition, in the case of a configuration in which the number of types of stop modes decreases as the temporary stop timing approaches the latter half, each time a pseudo fluctuation is executed, a stop mode with a low expectation that the fluctuation will be a jackpot is selected as a selection candidate type. It may be configured so that it is deleted, and by configuring it in this way, it is possible to guarantee the degree of expectation that the pseudo fluctuation will be a jackpot every time the pseudo fluctuation is executed. Note that the second decorative pattern has the same configuration as Modification Example 1 from the present embodiment, so a description thereof will be omitted.

By configuring as described above, in the gaming machine according to the second modification example from the present embodiment, the later the temporary stop timing is in the middle row in the pseudo continuous fluctuation, the more the temporary stop can be made. By configuring the game so that the number of stopping modes is increased, the player pays attention to the number of times the middle row temporarily stops and the stopping mode at the time of temporary stopping, thereby increasing the interest of the game.

(Example 3 of modification from this embodiment)
Here, in this embodiment, two types of decorative patterns are provided, the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern, and the first decorative pattern is not displayed (stop display/fluctuating display is not displayed). Although the second decorative pattern is displayed (fluctuatingly displayed) in a situation where the second decorative pattern is hard to be seen) or in a situation where it is difficult to visually recognize the second decorative pattern, the configuration using the second decorative pattern is not limited to the configuration of this embodiment. Therefore, an example of such a configuration will be referred to as modification example 3 from this embodiment, and only the changes from this embodiment will be described in detail below.

First, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the decorative pattern display content determination process related to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 18 in modification example 3 of the present embodiment. The changes from this embodiment are step 2232 (variation 3) to step 2236 (variation 3), step 2900 (variation 3), step 2246 (variation 3), and step 2248 (variation 3), that is, step 2204 After turning off the symbol content determination permission flag, in step 2232 (variation 3), the design display content determining means SM21n refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines that the current gaming state is a probability-changing gaming state. Determine whether or not. If Yes in Step 2232 (Variation 3), in Step 2234 (Variation 3), the design display content determining means SM21n changes the display mode of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern to a variable probability display mode (during probability variable game state). The display mode of the decorative pattern to be displayed is determined, and the process moves to step 2900 (variation 3). On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 2232 (Variation 3), in Step 2236 (Variation 3), the design display content determining means SM21n changes the display mode of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern to an indeterminate variable display mode ( The display mode of decorative symbols to be displayed during the non-probability variable gaming state is determined, and the process moves to step 2900 (variation 3). In this way, in the third modification from the present embodiment, the display manners of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern are configured to differ depending on whether or not the probability variation game state is in effect, and the first decorative pattern is When the display mode of the symbols changes (for example, when transitioning from a non-probability variable gaming state to a probability variable gaming state), the display mode of the second decorative symbol also changes in accordance with the change. Note that the display modes of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern are not limited to a configuration in which they differ only depending on whether or not the probability fluctuation game state is in effect; It may be configured to differ depending on which production (production stage) it is, etc.

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

Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the drawing stop symbol determination process according to the subroutine of step 2900 (variation 3) in FIG. 31 in modification example 3 of the present embodiment. First, in step 2902, the drawing display content determining means SM21n refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol related to the symbol variation is a jackpot symbol. If Yes in step 2902, in step 2904, the drawing display content determining means SM21n refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and determines whether the number of rounds to be executed in the special game related to the jackpot symbol is the maximum round number ( In this example, it is determined whether or not 10R). If Yes in step 2904, in step 2906, the design display content determining means SM21n sets the stop symbols of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern to three "white" symbols (for example, "777") and Decide on one of a set of three "black" symbols (e.g. "444") (a set of three "white" symbols will be selected) and a set of three "black" symbols. is selected (the total distribution ratio is 1:1), and the process moves to the next process {the process of step 2246 (variation 3)}. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2904, in step 2908, the design display content determining means SM21n sets the stop symbols of the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern to a set of three "black" symbols (for example, "444"). One of these is determined, and the process moves to the next process {the process of step 2246 (variation 3)}. In this way, in the third modification from the present embodiment, a set of three "white" symbols (for example, "777") is a special game that has the maximum number of rounds (10R in this example). In other words, when a set of three white symbols stops, it is almost certain that a special game with the maximum number of rounds (10R in this example) will be executed. (This may be a relatively higher profit for the player than a set of three "black" symbols).

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2902, in step 2910, the design display content determining means SM1n determines the stop symbols of the first decorative symbols based on the information regarding the stop symbols of the main game symbols. Next, in step 2912, the drawing display content determining means SM21n selects a predetermined losing symbol (in this example, "345") by changing the stop symbol of the second decorative symbol to a stop symbol of only one pattern. ), and the process moves to the next process {the process of step 2246 (variation 3)}. The number of types of stop symbols of the second decorative pattern may not be limited to one pattern, but it is desirable that the number of types of stop symbols is smaller than the number of types of stop symbols of the first decorative pattern. In addition, the stop symbol when the second decorative pattern is a loss is a predetermined loss symbol (in this example, "345"), whereas the stop symbol when the first decorative symbol is a loss is selected from a plurality of candidates. (for example, randomly selected from 300 types of stop symbol candidates), the frequency with which the predetermined losing symbol stops at the time of a loss is higher for the second decorative symbol than for the first decorative symbol ( (It may be configured such that a predetermined losing pattern does not stop as the stopping pattern of the first decorative pattern). In addition, for all losing symbols that can stop the second decorative symbol (for example, only one pattern of "375" is acceptable), if three of the same symbols are aligned, it is the highest prize for the player in any gaming state. It may be configured such that one or more profitable symbols (for example, "7" symbol) are always included (for example, "375" and "276" may stop).

Next, FIG. 33 is an image diagram of the display mode of decorative patterns in the third modification from the present embodiment. As shown in the figure, in the third modification from the present embodiment, the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern are The display mode (in this example, display colors, display attributes such as color scheme, shape, size, etc.) can be different. Specifically, in the non-probability fluctuating gaming state, only the "7" symbol is displayed as "white" along with the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol, and all symbols other than "7" are displayed as " On the other hand, in the probability variable game state, the "3" symbol and "7" are displayed together with the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol. The symbols are displayed in "white" and all symbols other than the "3" symbol and "7" are displayed in "black". That is, together with the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol, the "3" symbol is configured so that the display mode can vary depending on the game state (the display mode may vary in probability). The conditions under which the display formats differ are not limited to whether or not the probability fluctuation game state is in effect, but may also be whether or not the time reduction game state is in effect, and may differ depending on which background performance (direction stage) is being executed. It may be configured so that it can be done. In addition, in modification example 3 from the present embodiment, the symbol whose display attribute can change depending on whether or not it is in a probability variable gaming state is the "3" symbol, but the "3" symbol is the same as described above. It is included in the combination of predetermined losing symbols (in this example, "345") that will cause the second decorative symbol to stop in the event of a loss (it becomes the stopping symbol in the left column), and in the non-probability fluctuating gaming state. In the case of a loss, all the stop symbols of the second decorative symbol are displayed in "black", while in the probability fluctuation game state, the stop symbols of the second decorative symbol in the event of a loss are "white" from the left column. , "black", and "black" will be displayed. Note that this diagram shows the configuration after comparing the non-probability variable gaming state and the probability variable gaming state, but this figure shows the configuration after comparing the non-time reducing gaming state and the time reducing gaming state. (In this diagram, the non-probability variable gaming state may be the non-time reducing gaming state, and the probability varying gaming state may be the time reducing gaming state), the non-time reducing gaming state and the non-probability varying gaming state and the time reducing game The configuration may be based on a comparison between the state and the probability-variable gaming state (in this figure, the non-probability-variable gaming state is a non-time reduction gaming state and a non-probability variation gaming state, and the probability-variable gaming state is a time-saving gaming state). (It may also be a state and a probability fluctuating game state). It should be noted that this replacement of comparison fitting is applicable to all configurations of any embodiment and modification of the present invention.

Next, FIGS. 34 and 35 (decorative pattern presentation table 7, decorative pattern presentation table 8) are decorative pattern presentation table SM21ta-2 (decorative pattern presentation table 7, especially a part when the result is a loss, This is an example of the decorative pattern production table 8, especially a part when the result is a jackpot. The changes from this embodiment are that the decorative pattern type item is changed to display update type, and three items are provided: "first decorative pattern", "second decorative pattern", and "transparent liquid crystal". In the third modification from the present embodiment, the display area SG10 of the effect display device SG is configured to be able to perform a transparent effect, and during the period when the transparent effect is executed, the first decorative symbol is hidden, but the second decorative pattern remains displayed (see "33 seconds" in the display update timing).

Next, FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the decorative pattern display content determination process related to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 18 in the third modification from the present embodiment. The changes from this embodiment are step 2327-1 (variation 3) and step 2327-2 (variation 3), that is, when the preview image or reach image display timing is reached in step 2326, step 2327- 1 (variation 3), the preview effect display control means SM24 displays a transparent effect (presentation) based on the first drawing variation time management timer SM21t-1 and the variation mode temporarily stored in the preview effect related information temporary storage means SM24b. It is determined whether or not it is the execution timing of the effect in which the display area SG10 of the display device SG is transparent. If Yes in Step 2327-1 (Variation 3), in Step 2327-2 (Variation 3), the preview effect display control means SM24 sets an image display command related to the transparent effect (in the display command transmission control process of Step 2999). and is transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS), and the process moves to step 2336. On the other hand, if No in step 2327-1 (variation 3), the process moves to step 2328. Note that when the transparent effect is executed, the display area SG10 of the effect display device SG becomes transparent, and the state in which the accessory in the effect display device SG is being driven becomes visible, and the first decorative pattern The display will be erased (become non-display), and the second decorative pattern will continue to be displayed by the second decorative pattern display device in the effect display device SG (details will be described later). Further, in the third modification from the present embodiment, a reserved number display area is provided adjacent to the display of the second decorative symbol of the effect display device SG (to the right when viewed from the player). With this configuration, the player can visually check the pending number even while the transparent effect is being executed.

Next, FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the special game related display control process related to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. 18 in the third modification from this embodiment. The change from this embodiment is step 2410 (variation 3), that is, after setting the command related to jackpot display in step 2408, or when the special game flag is on, step 2410 ( In Variation 3), the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command (step In the display command transmission control process of step 2999, the command is sent to the sub-sub control unit SS), and the process moves to step 2412. In this way, in the third modification from the present embodiment, the second decorative pattern is displayed even during the execution of the special game, and the player can select which decorative pattern (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern) It is possible to determine whether such a special game is being executed even while the special game is being executed.

Next, FIG. 38 is an image diagram of the configuration of the effect display device in modification example 3 from this embodiment. First, as shown in the conceptual perspective view and conceptual top view of the effect display device, a second decorative pattern display device is provided on the back side (as seen from the player) from the display area SG10, and the device emits light ( The light is output in the direction of the display area SG10), so that the second decorative pattern and the reserved number display area are displayed in the display area SG10. Further, by outputting light from the light source, it is possible to display the effect in the display area SG10, but the effect is not displayed in the area adjacent to the second decorative pattern display device in the display area SG10. The display of the second decorative pattern and the reserved number display area by the second decorative pattern display device is configured to be visible to the player. Further, when the transparent effect is executed, the effect in the display area SG10 is no longer displayed, and the accessory inside the effect display device SG becomes visible. Note that even while the transparent effect is being executed, the effect display on the second decorative pattern display device is being executed, so that it is visible to the player. With this configuration, even in a situation where a transparent effect is being performed, the player can recognize the fluctuation status of decorative symbols and the number of reservations by visually checking the effect display on the second decorative pattern display device. Become. In addition, the display of the pending number may differ depending on the gaming state (for example, in the non-time reduction gaming state, the first main game pending number is displayed, and in the time reduction gaming state, the number of pending main games is displayed). displaying the second main game pending number), the first main game pending number and the second main game pending number may always be displayed, or the total of the first main game pending number and the second main game pending number It may be configured to display the number of pending items. Note that the configuration for displaying the effects in the display area SG10 is not limited to this, and may be configured so that the display area SG10 can be switched between a transparent state and a non-transparent state, for example, by changing the position of the light source. (for example, outputting light from diagonally behind the display area), or a light guide plate (a transparent plate-like member that scatters light emitted from a light emitting element that enters from the side in the vertical direction). The display area may be a display area that performs display through a light source (so-called edge-light type), a display area that is made of organic EL, or the like. In addition, as an example of a configuration using a light guide plate, when viewed from the player's side, from the front there is a "transparent liquid crystal (liquid crystal shutter)", a "light guide plate {placed close to the transparent liquid crystal (approximately 5 mm), A light source A for distributing light to the light guide plate is arranged near the outer periphery of the light guide plate}", "Light source B that constantly outputs light to the lower left of the display area SG10", "Accessories", "Accessories" When performing a transparent effect (when you want to emphasize a role object and show it to the player), turn off the output of light source A (light source The output of light source A may be lowered than when the transparent effect is not executed), and the output of light source B and light source C is turned ON, and when the transparent effect is not executed (you do not want to show the accessory to the player, and When you want the player to see the effect in the display area SG10), turn on the output of light sources A and B, and turn off the output of light source C (the output of light source C is lower than when executing the transparent effect). may also be configured. In addition, the display of the second decorative pattern and the reserved number display area is not limited to the configuration of this example, and for example, the second decorative pattern display device emits light (light is output in the direction of the display area SG10). , The second decorative pattern and the reserved number display area can be displayed in the display area SG10 using a mechanism similar to the mechanism in which effects are displayed by outputting light from a light source toward the display area SG10, that is, Since the second decorative pattern display device takes the place of the light source, the second decorative pattern display device can always output light even if the light source stops outputting light due to the execution of the transparent effect, so that the second decorative pattern The display in the reserved number display area may be configured to be visible at all times (the light guide plate is used to prevent transmission of the transparent liquid crystal).

Next, FIG. 39 is an image diagram of transparent effect execution in modification example 3 from this embodiment. In this example, in the normal gaming state (non-probability fluctuation gaming state and non-time reduction gaming state), the pseudo continuous variation will be executed twice (the variation of pseudo continuous 2), and one symbol variation will be executed. This example shows the case where First, a certain decorative pattern (a first decorative pattern and a second decorative pattern) starts to fluctuate, and then a special pattern is temporarily stopped as the first middle row temporary stopping pattern. After that, a certain decorative pattern (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern) starts to fluctuate again, and then the special pattern is temporarily stopped again as the second middle row temporary stopping pattern. After that, the variation of a certain decorative pattern (the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern) is started again, and the display area SG10 becomes transparent due to the transparent effect being executed, and the back of the display area SG10 (game The player can visually recognize the state in which the accessory is being driven (as seen from the player). After that, the transparent effect ends (the display area SG10 becomes non-transparent), the accessory at the back of the display area SG10 (as seen from the player) becomes invisible, and the variable display of the first decorative pattern is started again. Becomes visible (displayed). After that, in the case of a loss, the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern stop at the loss pattern {the second decorative pattern stops at a predetermined loss pattern ("345"), and the first decorative pattern stops at the loss pattern ("345") This is a combination of stopped symbols that may be different from the losing symbol ("787"). In addition, in the case of a jackpot, the first decorative pattern and the second decorative pattern stop at the jackpot pattern {the jackpot pattern of the first decorative pattern and the jackpot pattern of the second decorative pattern are the same combination of stopping patterns. }. Thereafter, the special game is executed, and even during the execution of the special game, the second decorative symbol continues to be stopped and displayed as the same jackpot symbol as at the start of the special game. Note that even during the execution of the special game, a transparent effect may be executed (the display area SG10 may be set to a transparent state). By configuring the system so that the transparent effect can be executed immediately before execution, the player can increase his or her expectation of transitioning to the probability variable game state after the special game ends by visually recognizing the transparent effect. Furthermore, even if the transparent effect is executed during the execution of the special game, the display of the second decorative symbol and the reserved number display area is maintained (visible), so it will not interfere with the progress of the game. It is configured like this. As an example of the display of decorative symbols during a special game, for example, during a special game, in order to inform the player which three decorative symbols have matched to become a jackpot, only one of the decorative symbols has been displayed. (For example, if "777" hits the jackpot, "7" will be displayed). In order to be able to recognize this, the display of the second decorative symbol and the reserved number display area may be maintained even during the special game.

By configuring as described above, in the gaming machine according to the third modification from the present embodiment, the display area SG10 of the effect display device SG becomes a transparent state and the accessory in the effect display device SG becomes transparent. Even if the first decorative pattern is hidden during execution of the transparent effect, the effect display on the second decorative pattern display device is executed, so that the player can display the second decorative pattern. By visually checking the performance display on the display device, it is possible to recognize the fluctuation status of the decorative symbols and the number of reservations, making the gaming machine more user-friendly. In addition, the game state transition distribution rate after the end of the special game related to the ball entering the first main game starting port A10 and the game state transition distribution after the end of the special game related to the ball entering the second main game starting port B10. In addition to making the odds different, the display attributes of the decorative symbols (the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol) can be made different depending on whether or not the game is in a probability variable gaming state, so that it is possible to suggest or inform the player that there is a high profit. By varying the number of types of symbols, the game ball is sent to the second main game starting port B10 rather than the non-probability fluctuating game state in which the game progresses by entering the game ball into the first main game starting port A10. In the variable probability gaming state where you advance the game by entering the ball, there are more types of display attributes of the jackpot symbol, which makes it almost certain that the transition to the variable probability gaming state after the special game ends. This means that it is possible to appropriately suggest or inform the player whether or not the gaming state of the game is highly profitable for the player.

In addition, in modification example 3 from the present embodiment, regardless of the variation of the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol, the change corresponds to the current game state and production display mode (background production, etc.). Decorative symbols with display attributes are displayed in a variable manner, and the decorative symbols corresponding to the fluctuations in the first main game symbol and the decorative symbols corresponding to the fluctuation in the second main game symbol have a common display (and display attribute). (The display attributes and display areas of the decorative symbols are not differentiated between the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol.)

Next, with reference to FIG. 40, the game parts (also referred to as game board front parts) in the game board D35 of the Pachinko game machine will be explained. First, let me explain the direction. As shown in FIG. 40(a), when looking at the game board D35 from the front, the vertical direction is the Y axis, and the horizontal direction is the X axis. Further, as shown in FIG. 40(b), when the surface of the game board D35 on which the game components are attached is facing left, the vertical direction is the Y axis, and the horizontal direction is the Z axis. In (a) of FIG. 40, the top is the Y direction + (plus), the bottom is the Y direction - (minus), the right is the X direction + (plus), and the left is the X direction - (minus). In (b), the top is the Y direction + (plus), the bottom is the Y direction - (minus), the front (left in the diagram) is the Z direction + (plus), and the back (right in the diagram) is the Z direction - (minus).

As shown in FIG. 40(a), the center decoration D38 as a game component is screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30 using screws (machine screws) BS1, screw BS2, screw BS5, screw BS8, and screw BS11. , screw BS12, screw BS13, etc., is attached to the approximate center of the front surface of the game board D35. The game components attached to the front of the game board D35 are not limited to the center decoration D38, but include the first main game starting port A10, the second main game starting port B10, the auxiliary game starting port H10, and the first big prize. Opening C10, second big winning opening C20, left general winning opening P10, right general winning opening P20, out opening D36, outer rail D32, inner rail D34, ball return prevention member D39, main display device MH20 (first main game symbol The display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20), the sub-display device SH20, etc. may be used, and these game components are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30, similar to the center decoration D38. , is attached to the front of the game board D35. In addition, on the rear surface of the game board D35, a movable accessory YK, a back unit (not shown) to which a performance display device SG is attached, and a discharge stream for discharging game balls that have entered various prize openings to the outside. A channel (not shown) is attached. Note that the discharge channel may be provided in the back unit. Further, although an example has been shown in which the center decoration D38 is attached to the game board D35, it may be configured to be attached to the back unit instead of the game board D35, and the center decoration D38 may be configured to be placed in the game area D30. All you have to do is do it.

The first main game starting port A10 is attached to the game board D35 using screws BS9, BS14, etc. that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. Although not shown, the second main game starting port B10 is attached to the game board D35 using a screw screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30. Although not shown, the auxiliary game starting port H10 is attached to the game board D35 using a screw screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30. The first big prize opening C10 is attached to the game board D35 using screws BS15, BS16, etc. that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. The second big prize opening C20 is attached to the game board D35 using screws BS15, BS16, etc. that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. The left general winning hole P10 is attached to the game board D35 using screws BS6, BS7, etc. that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. The right general winning hole P20 is attached to the game board D35 using screws BS15 and BS16 screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. Although not shown, the outlet D36 is attached to the game board D35 using a screw screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. Although not shown, the outer rail D32 is attached to the game board D35 using screws that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. Although not shown, the inner rail D34 is attached to the game board D35 using screws that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. The ball return prevention member D39 is attached to the game board D35 using screws BS3, BS4, etc. that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. Although not shown, the main display device MH20 is attached to the game board D35 using screws that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30. The sub-display device SH20 is attached to the game board D35 using screws BS6, BS7, etc. that are screwed into the flow path of the game balls in the game area D30.

FIG. 40(b) is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 40(a). As shown in this figure, the center decoration D38 has an eaves part (predetermined part) D38-1 on the upper surface (top surface) of the upper region in front view, on which the game ball launched can roll. The eaves part D38-1 is located in the first area of the gaming area D30, and is an inclined surface that descends from the rear side of the pachinko gaming machine toward the front side (slanting downward toward the front). There is. Note that the eaves portion D38-1 may be any surface (upper surface) above the upper region of the center decoration D38 located within the range of the first region when viewed from the front, and corresponds to part or all of this upper surface. Note that the eaves portion D38-1 may be a portion of the upper surface of the center decoration D38 that is most inclined toward the user, or may be any range of the upper surface of the center decoration D38. As shown in FIG. 40(b), the angle of inclination of the inclined surface of the eaves part D38-1 is α degree (an angle larger than 90 degrees, for example, 95 degrees) with respect to the game board D35. An inclination of 5 degrees descending toward the front. In other words, the Z axis on the + side in the Z direction is displaced 5 degrees from the intersection of the Z axis and Y axis toward the Y axis in the - Y direction.) There is. On the other hand, the angle of inclination of the lower surface of the eaves portion D38-1 is β degrees (an angle smaller than 90 degrees, for example, 85 degrees) with respect to the game board D35, as shown in FIG. 40(b). = 180 degrees - α degrees). The pachinko game machine itself is installed on the game island so that it slopes from the front side to the back side (for example, a 1 degree slope descending from the front side to the rear side), but the slope of the eaves part D38-1 The slope is the slope of the pachinko machine itself from the front side to the back side (for example, a 1 degree slope descending from the front side to the back side. In other words, the Z axis on the + side of the Z direction is the intersection of the Z axis and the Y axis. Even if we take into account the displacement of 1 degree toward the Y-axis in the +Y direction from the beginning, the slope is downward from the rear side to the front side (for example, the slope is 4 degrees downward from the rear side to the front side. In other words, the Z axis on the + side in the Z direction is displaced by 4 degrees from the intersection of the Z axis and the Y axis toward the Y axis in the - Y direction. Therefore, in the case where the game ball is fired aiming at the first area of the game area D30, and the game ball that is fired into the game area D30 lands on the slope of the eaves part D38-1, the game ball is fired from the rear side. It is configured to be able to roll (flow down) toward the front.

Here, if a pachinko game machine with the center decoration D38 provided in the game area D30 is installed on the game island in a state where it is tilted from the front side to the rear side, the game balls flowing down the game area D30 will stay on the center decoration D38. If such a situation occurs and the flow of other game balls is obstructed, the game becomes impossible, which becomes a factor that spoils the player's interest in playing the game.

In order to solve such a problem, a center decoration D38 is provided at a predetermined position (approximately in the center) of the game area D30 of the game board D35 in which the game area D30 where the game ball can flow down is provided, and a center decoration D38 is provided on the game board D35. Drive (plant) the game nail. In addition, screws (screws, fastening means, A locking means) is provided. The center decoration D38 has an eaves portion (predetermined portion) D38-1 on the upper surface of the upper area in front view, and the eaves portion (predetermined portion) D38-1 is configured to descend from the rear side toward the front side.

With this configuration, even if the pachinko game machine is installed on the game island in a state where it is tilted from the front side to the back side, it is possible to prevent the game balls from accumulating on the game parts. be able to.

Further, as shown in FIG. 40(a), in the first area, near and on the left side of the eaves part D38-1 of the center decoration D38, a game nail (for example, game nail 1) is driven into the game board D35. It is. This game nail is driven into the game board D35 at 90 degrees as shown in FIG. It is configured smaller than. In other words, α degree, which is the angle of the sloped surface that is the upper surface of the eaves portion D38-1, with respect to the game board D35 is configured to be larger than 90 degrees, which is the angle of the game nail with respect to the game board D35. The pachinko machine itself is installed on the game island so that it slopes from the front side to the back side (for example, a 1 degree slope descending from the front side to the back side), so the angle of the game nail is When installed, the angle is the same as the angle of inclination from the front side to the back side of the pachinko machine itself. The game nails may be driven into the game board D35 at an angle opposite to the angle at which they are installed on the game island.

Although the protruding lengths of the eaves portion D38-1 and the game nails (the lengths protruding from the game board D35 toward the transparent plate D16) are the same in FIG. 40(b), The game nail may have a longer protrusion length than the eave part D38-1, or the eave part D38-1 may have a longer protrusion length than the game nail. The distance between the game nail and the transparent plate D16 is configured to be shorter than the diameter of the game ball, and the distance between the eave portion D38-1 and the transparent plate D16 is configured to be shorter than the diameter of the game ball. It's fine if you do. This configuration makes it impossible for the game ball to pass between the game nail and the transparent plate D16 and between the eaves part D38-1 and the transparent plate D16, while also preventing the game ball from passing through the screws as described later. By allowing passage between the ball and the transparent plate D16, it is possible to configure the game ball to flow down the intended channel.

Further, as shown in FIG. 40(a), a flow path (specific portion) D38-2 is provided in the left region (third region) of the center decoration D38 when viewed from the front, and further, The area below the visual field is a part where the game ball flowing down from the channel (specific part) D38-2 rolls from side to side, and then the ball is dropped so as to enter the first main game starting port A10. A rolling portion D38-3 is provided. Specifically, the flow path D38-2 is located on the left side of the rolling part D38-3 and above the rolling part D38-3, and is connected to the warp provided in the left area of the center decoration D38. It is a flow path that allows game balls that enter from the entrance WP to flow down to the rolling portion D38-3. The lower surface of the flow path D38-2 is not sloped downward from the rear side of the pachinko game machine to the front side like the eaves part D38-1, and the pachinko game machine can stand on its own without being installed on a game island. In the state where it is horizontal (parallel to the upper and lower surfaces of the outer frame D12 of the Pachinko gaming machine, and 90 degrees to the game board D35.The inclination of the Z axis on the + side in the Z direction is 0 degrees.In other words , the Z axis on the + side in the Z direction is not displaced from the intersection of the Z axis and the Y axis toward the Y axis in the + Y direction or the Y axis in the Y direction -. Furthermore, since the pachinko game machine itself is installed on the gaming island so that it is inclined from the front side to the rear side (for example, a 1 degree slope descending from the front side to the rear side), the lower surface of the flow path D38-2 is , when installed on a game island, the angle of inclination is the same as the angle of inclination from the front side to the rear side of the pachinko game machine itself, but when the pachinko game machine is installed on the game island, the lower surface of the flow path D38-2 is The pachinko machine is configured in advance so that it slopes downward from the rear side toward the front side, which is the opposite slope angle to the slope angle at which the pachinko game machine is installed on the game island. You can. Note that the lower surface of the flow path D38-2 is inclined such that the X-axis descends from the left side to the right side when viewed from the front.

Further, a flow path D38-4 is provided in the right region of the center decoration D38 when viewed from the front. The flow path D38-4 is located on the right side of the rolling part D38-3 and above the rolling part D38-3, and enters from the warp entrance WP provided in the left area of the center decoration D38. This is a flow path through which the balled game balls flow down after flowing down to the rolling portion D38-3. The lower surface of the flow path D38-4 is not sloped downward from the rear side of the pachinko game machine to the front side like the eaves part D38-1, and the pachinko game machine can stand on its own without being installed on a game island. In the state where it is horizontal (parallel to the upper and lower surfaces of the outer frame D12 of the Pachinko gaming machine, and 90 degrees to the game board D35.The inclination of the Z axis on the + side in the Z direction is 0 degrees.In other words , the Z axis on the + side in the Z direction is not displaced from the intersection of the Z axis and the Y axis toward the Y axis in the + Y direction or the Y axis in the Y direction -. Furthermore, since the pachinko game machine itself is installed on the gaming island so as to be inclined from the front side to the rear side (for example, a 1 degree slope descending from the front side to the rear side), the lower surface of the flow path D38-4 is , when installed on a game island, the angle of inclination is the same as the angle of inclination from the front side to the rear side of the pachinko game machine itself, but when the pachinko game machine is installed on the game island, The pachinko machine is configured in advance so that it slopes downward from the rear side toward the front side, which is the opposite slope angle to the slope angle at which the pachinko game machine is installed on the game island. You can. Note that the lower surface of the flow path D38-4 is inclined such that the X-axis descends from the right side to the left side when viewed from the front.

In addition, the lower surface of the flow path (specific part) D38-2 should be set to a slope that descends from the rear side to the front side when the pachinko game machine is installed on the game island (for example, a slope that descends from the rear side to the front side). The angle of inclination may be 1 degree). In other words, a flow path (specific portion) D38-2 as a flow path for game balls is provided beside the rolling portion D38-3 and above the rolling portion D38-3, and this flow path D38- The angle (for example, 1 degree) of the sloped surface (lower surface) of No. 2 is smaller than the angle (for example, 5 degrees) of the sloped surface of the eave portion D38-1 (the angle of the sloped surface of the eave portion D38-1 is (constructed so that the angle is larger than the angle of the slope of the flow path D38-2). With this configuration, the angle of the slope of the channel D38-2 located on the left side of the rolling part D38-3 is made smaller than that of the eaves part D38-1, so that the game ball can be moved toward the front. The game balls are less likely to fall, increasing the chance that the game balls stay on the rolling part, and making the game more interesting.

Incidentally, a sloped surface such as a game nail or a flow path D38-2 where the angle of the sloped surface that descends from the rear side to the front side is smaller than the angle of the sloped surface of the eaves part D38-1, Some or all of the slopes of the rail, the upper surfaces of the grand prize openings (first grand prize opening C10, second grand prize opening C20) having shutters (lids) that slide back and forth (games around the grand prize opening) the slope at the bottom of the game area D30 (for example, the slope at the bottom of the out exit D36), and the like.

Further, in the vicinity of the eaves part D38-1 and on the right side of the game nail 1, there is provided a screw BS1 which is a component screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30 and which attaches the center decoration D38. . Furthermore, in the second region where the game balls that have flown down the first region flow down, near the ball return prevention member D39 (prevention piece D39-1), there is a game nail 2 and a flow of game balls from the game region D30. A screw BS2 is provided which is a part screwed onto the road and which attaches the center decoration D38. Further, the second area is provided with a ball return prevention member D39 and a screw BS3 which is a component screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30 and which attaches the ball return prevention member D39. The eaves portion D38-1 is configured to be inclined to the left and right with the apex near the screw BS1 shown in FIG. 40(a). When a game ball is shot aiming at the first area of the game area D30, the game ball shot into the game area D30 flows down to the left-handed hitting area or the right-hitting area on the left side. When it flows down to the left-handed hitting area, it is a part that is screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30, and is above the screws BS1, BS2, etc. that attach the center decoration D38 (in the Z direction + direction of the Z axis, that is, This is a component that is screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30, and flows down over the screw BS3 that attaches the ball return prevention member D39. On the other hand, when it flows down to the right-handed hitting area, it flows down over the screw BS11, etc., which is a part screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30 and which attaches the center decoration D38.

Next, the lengths of the game balls, screws, and game nails will be explained with reference to the sectional view of the game board D35 in FIG. 41. Here, the screws BS1 to BS16, etc., which are screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30 and which attach the game parts, have a length in the longitudinal direction of the screw ( The overall length) is set to be Amm. In addition, the length (diameter) of the game ball is Bmm (11mm in detail), the length in the longitudinal direction of the game nail (total length) is Dmm (27mm in detail), from the front of the game board D35 to the back of the transparent plate D16. The length (distance) to Emm (specifically, 19 mm) and the length (thickness) of game board D35 (specifically, game board) to Fmm. When the length of screws etc. is configured in this way, it is expressed as EA=C.

As shown in FIG. 41(b), the length of the game nail that is not buried in the game board D35 but sticks out is D1, and the length of the game nail that is buried (planted) in the game board D35 is Let it be D2. Specifically, the length (total length) of the game nail in the longitudinal direction D is 27 mm, D1 is 18 mm, and D2 is 9 mm, which are predetermined proportions of the length (total length) of the game nail in the longitudinal direction. 1/3 of the length (9 mm) is buried in the game board D35. In a situation where the game nail is normally driven into the game board D35 and installed, 18 mm of D1 protrudes from the game board D35. In other words, more than 18 mm, which is 2/3 of the total length of the game nail of 27 mm, protrudes from the game board D35. In addition, in a situation where the game nail is normally driven into the game board D35 and installed, it is not buried in the game board D35 and protrudes from the length (distance) E (19 mm) from the game board D35 to the transparent plate D16. G (1 mm), which is the value (length) obtained by subtracting D1 (18 mm), which is the length of the game nail, is configured to be shorter than B (11 mm), which is the diameter of the game ball.

The length D (which may be D1) of the game nail in the longitudinal direction is longer than the length A of the screw in the longitudinal direction. In other words, the length A in the longitudinal direction of the screw is configured to be shorter than the length D (which may be D1) in the longitudinal direction of the game nail. Further, the number of screws installed in the game area D30 of the game board D35 is configured to be smaller than the number of game nails installed in the game area D30 of the game board D35. Furthermore, when the game nail is driven into the game board D35, the length G shown in FIG. (the diameter B of the game ball is longer than the distance G between the game nail and the transparent plate D16). With this configuration, the game ball cannot pass between the game nail and the transparent plate D16, while the game ball can pass between the screw and the transparent plate D16, thereby preventing the intended game. It becomes possible to design a spherical flow path.

As shown in FIG. 41(b), the game ball is configured to be able to flow down the installation position of the game component, which is the position where the screws BS1 to BS16 etc. on the game board surface are fixed. For example, when a game ball is fired aiming at the first area of the game area D30, the game ball fired into the game area D30 flows down to the left-handed hitting area or right-handed hitting area on the left side. If it flows down to the left-handed hitting area, the parts that are screwed into the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30, such as the screws BS1 and BS2 that attach the center decoration D38, and the screw BS3 that attaches the ball return prevention member D39, etc. flowing down above. On the other hand, when it flows down to the right-handed hitting area, it flows down over the screw BS11, etc., which is a component screwed onto the flow path of the game ball in the game area D30 and which attaches the center decoration D38. Then, the falling game ball collides with or comes into contact with the screws BS1, BS2, BS3, BS11, etc. that attach game parts (center decoration D38, ball return prevention member D39, etc.) to the game board D35. may become loose. In this way, if the screw becomes loose and the screw does not come off from the game component, the game ball may overlap at the part where the screw is loosened, preventing the game ball from flowing down, a condition called "grape". This causes a problem in that the player is unable to play the game. If a player is unable to play a game, a problem arises in that the player's interest in playing the game is lost.

In order to solve this problem, a first length that is 1/3 of the length of the game nail in the longitudinal direction is implanted in the game board D35, and the screws are attached to the game board D35. 1/3 x A as the second length, which is 1/3 of the predetermined ratio of length A in the longitudinal direction (same ratio as the ratio at which the game nails are planted) When screwed into the game board (screwed state), 2/3 x A as the third length of the screw protrudes from the game board D35 and stands on its own (hereinafter referred to as the protruding state). In the protruding state shown in FIG. 41(c), C3 = E, which is the value obtained by subtracting 2/3 x A, which is the third length, from E, which is the length from the game board D35 to the transparent plate D16. -2/3×A is configured to be greater than or equal to B, which is the diameter of the game ball. The length (total length) of the screw in the longitudinal direction is defined as A, but the total length of the screw is 15 pitches, and 2/3 of A, which is the length of the screw in the longitudinal direction, is the game board. The state shown in FIG. 41(c) in which it protrudes from D35 is a state in which it protrudes by 10 pitches. In addition, when comparing a game nail with a predetermined screw whose length is 1/3 screwed into the game board D35, the predetermined screw is compared with the game nail provided closest to the predetermined screw. You can.

In addition, half of the longitudinal length of the screw A is screwed into the game board D35 (screwed state), and half of the longitudinal length of the screw A is screwed into the game board D35. In the protruding state that is protruding and independent from the game board D35, from E, which is the length from the game board D35 to the transparent plate D16, 1/2 × A, which is half the length A of the screw in the longitudinal direction. The value obtained by subtracting C2=E-1/2×A is configured to be greater than or equal to B, which is the diameter of the game ball. In addition, the length (total length) of the screw in the longitudinal direction is defined as A, but the total length of the screw is 15 pitches, and half of the length of A, which is the length of the screw in the longitudinal direction, is from the game board D35. The protruding state may be an 8-pitch protruding state.

With this configuration, even if the screws that attach the game parts to the game board D35 loosen to the limit of being able to stand on their own, the distance from the tip of the protruding screw to the transparent plate D16 can be adjusted to the game ball. By configuring the game ball to be larger (longer) than the diameter of the game board, the game ball can flow down (pass) the game area D30 of the game board, so there is no situation where the game cannot be played, which reduces the player's interest. This makes it possible to prevent Note that the screws are intended for screws BS1 to BS16, but in particular, screws BS1 provided near the eaves portion D38-1 and screws provided near the ball return prevention member D39 (prevention piece D39-1) are used. This is effective when the screw BS2, the screw BS3 provided for attaching the ball return prevention member D39, and the screw BS11 provided for attaching the center decoration D38 have become loose.

With respect to the screw BS1 provided near the eave part D38-1, the game ball flows down toward the transparent plate D16 side due to the inclined surface of the eave part D38-1. Since the game balls can surely flow down, the structure is such that loose screws do not impede the flow of the game balls. In addition, a game ball hit to the left passes through the screw BS2 provided near the ball return prevention member D39 (prevention piece D39-1) and the screw BS3 provided for attaching the ball return prevention member D39. Because it is a large area, the structure is such that loose screws do not impede the flow of game balls. Further, since the screw BS11 provided for attaching the center decoration D38 is an area through which a right-handed game ball always passes, the structure is such that a loosened screw does not hinder the game ball from flowing down.

Here, there are multiple types of screws, and they are configured to have different lengths depending on the game component to be attached and the attachment position. Then, the game parts are attached using screws corresponding to the game parts to be used and the mounting positions. For example, the following seven types of screws (screws 1 to 7) are used, and the length A of screws 1 to 7 is configured to be the following length. Further, the length of C, the length of A+B, the relationship between A and B, and the relationship between B and C are also shown below. (Screw 1) A=10.2mm, C=8.8mm, A+C=19mm, A≦B, C≦B (Screw 2) A=10.1mm, C=8.9mm, A+C=19mm, A≦B , C≦B (screw 3) A=7.6mm, C=11.4mm, A+C=19mm, A≦B, C≧B (screw 4) A=12.4mm, C=6.6mm, A+C=19mm , A≦B, C≦B (screw 5) A=8.4mm, C=10.6mm, A+C=19mm, A≦B, C≦B (screw 6) A=9.4mm, C=9.6mm , A+C=19mm, A≦B, C≦B (screw 7) A=10.3mm, C=8.7mm, A+C=19mm, A≦B, C≦B

The relationship between the length A of the screw and the diameter B of the game ball is basically A≦B, but the ball must have at least one screw (for example, screw 4) that satisfies the relationship A≧B. Such screws are used to attach game parts. Further, screws that satisfy the relationship A≦B are used more than screws that satisfy the relationship A≧B. In addition, the relationship between the diameters B and C of the game ball is basically C≦B, but it has at least one screw (for example, screw 3) that satisfies the relationship C≧B, Such screws are used to attach game parts. Further, screws that satisfy the relationship C≦B are used more often than screws that satisfy the relationship C≧B. The number of screws used in the game board D35 (72) is less than the number of game nails used in the game board D35 (182), and the length A of the screw is the length of the game nail. It is shorter than D.

Next, a half portion of A, which is the longitudinal length of the seven types of screws mentioned above, is screwed into the game board D35, and a half portion of A, which is the longitudinal length of the screw, is screwed into the game board D35. In the protruding state that is protruding and independent from the game board D35, from E, which is the length from the game board D35 to the transparent plate D16, 1/2 × A, which is half the length A of the screw in the longitudinal direction. The length of C2, which is the value obtained by subtracting , the length of 1/2×A+C2, the relationship between 1/2×A and B, and the relationship between B and C2 are shown below. (Screw 1) 1/2 x A = 5.1 mm, C2 = 13.9 mm, 1/2 x A + C2 = 19 mm, 1/2 x A≦B, C2≧B (Screw 2) 1/2 x A = 5 .1mm, C2=13.9mm, 1/2×A+C2=19mm, 1/2×A≦B, C2≧B (screw 3) 1/2×A=3.8mm, C2=15.2mm, 1/ 2×A+C2=19mm, 1/2×A≦B, C2≧B (screw 4) 1/2×A=6.2mm, C2=12.8mm, 1/2×A+C2=19mm, 1/2×A ≦B, C2≧B (screw 5) 1/2 x A = 4.2 mm, C2 = 14.8 mm, 1/2 x A + C2 = 19 mm, 1/2 x A≦B, C2≧B (screw 6) 1 /2×A=4.7mm, C2=14.3mm, 1/2×A+C2=19mm, 1/2×A≦B, C2≧B (screw 7) 1/2×A=5.2mm, C2= 13.8mm, 1/2×A+C2=19mm, 1/2×A≦B, C2≧B

The configuration is such that 1/2 × A ≦ B. In other words, even if half of the screw is loosened, the diameter of the game ball is longer than half the length of the screw, so the ball will not flow down. Since it is not stopped by a screw, the game ball can flow down (pass) the game area D30 without becoming in a state called "grape", which solves the problem of the player being unable to play the game. can be avoided. In addition, by configuring so that C2≧B, that is, by configuring so that even if half of the screws become loose, the distance from the screws to the glass plate is longer than the diameter of the game ball, the game Since the downward flow of the ball is not stopped by the screw, the game ball can flow downward (pass) through the gaming area D30 without becoming in a state called "grape", so that the player cannot play the game. You can avoid the problem of putting it away.

Next, 1/3 of A, which is the longitudinal length of the seven types of screws mentioned above, is screwed into the game board D35, and 2/2 of A, which is the longitudinal length of the screws. In the protruding state in which the part No. 3 protrudes from the game board D35 and stands on its own, the distance from E, which is the length from the game board D35 to the transparent plate D16, is 2/3 of the length A in the longitudinal direction of the screw. The length of C3, which is a value obtained by subtracting a certain 2/3×A, the length of 2/3×A+C3, the relationship between 2/3×A and B, and the relationship between B and C3 are shown below. (Screw 1) 2/3 x A = 6.8 mm, C3 = 12.2 mm, 2/3 x A + C = 19 mm, 2/3 x A≦B, C3≧B (Screw 2) 2/3 x A = 6 .7mm, C3=12.3mm, 2/3×A+C=19mm, 2/3×A≦B, C3≧B (screw 3) 2/3×A=5.1mm, C3=13.9mm, 2/ 3×A+C=19mm, 2/3×A≦B, C3≧B (screw 4) 2/3×A=8.3mm, C3=10.7mm, 2/3×A+C=19mm, 2/3×A ≦B, C3≦B (screw 5) 2/3 x A = 5.6mm, C3 = 13.4mm, 2/3 x A + C = 19mm, 2/3 x A≦B, C3≧B (screw 6) 2 /3×A=6.3mm, C3=12.7mm, 2/3×A+C=19mm, 2/3×A≦B, C3≧B (screw 7) 2/3×A=6.9mm, C3= 12.1mm, 2/3×A+C=19mm, 2/3×A≦B, C3≧B

The configuration is such that 2/3 x A ≦ B. In other words, even if the screw is on the verge of being able to stand on its own, the diameter of the game ball is longer than 2/3 of the length of the screw, so the game ball will not flow down. The ball becomes difficult to be stopped by a screw, and the game ball can flow down (pass) the game area D30 without becoming in a state called "grape", thereby avoiding the problem of the player being unable to play the game. be able to. In addition, screws other than screw 4 should be configured so that C3≧B, that is, even if 2/3 of the screw becomes loose, the distance from the screw to the glass plate should be the same as that of the game ball. By configuring it to be longer than the diameter, it becomes difficult to stop the game ball from flowing down with a screw, and the game ball can flow down (pass through) the game area D30 without becoming in a state called a so-called grape. It is possible to avoid the problem of the player being unable to play the game.

Note that the right-hand game area on the right side of the center of the game area D30 uses a larger number of screws than the left-hand game area on the left side of the center of the game area D30. This is because there are more game parts in the right-handed hitting area, and the momentum of the game ball launched into the right-handed hitting area is very strong, so the screws are likely to come loose when they come into contact with or come into contact with the screws of the game parts. Therefore, with this configuration, it becomes possible to more firmly attach the game parts in the right-handed area to the game board D35. Note that the right-handed area may be configured to use fewer screws than the left-handed area. Furthermore, the right-handed driving area is configured to use fewer game nails than the left-handed driving area, but the right-handed driving area uses a larger number of game nails than the left-handed driving area. It may be configured as follows.

Further, it may be configured such that the right-handed driving area uses more screws than the left-handed driving area, while the right-handed driving area uses fewer game nails than the left-handed driving area. Further, the right-hand driving area may use a larger number of screws than the left-hand driving area, and the right-hand driving area may use a larger number of game nails than the left-hand driving area. Further, the right-handed driving area may use a smaller number of screws than the left-handed driving area, while the right-handed driving area may use a larger number of game nails than the left-handed driving area. Further, the right-handed driving area may use fewer screws than the left-handed driving area, and the right-handed driving area may also use fewer game nails than the left-handed driving area.

In addition, the length of the screw in the right-handed area is longer than the length of the screw in the left-handed area (the length of the screw in the right-handed area is longer than that of the screw in the left-handed area). It may be configured such that the average length in the longitudinal direction of a plurality of screws in the left-handed area is longer than the average length in the longitudinal direction of a plurality of screws in the left-handed area, or the length in the longitudinal direction of a predetermined screw in the right-handed area is longer than that of a specific screw in the left-handed area. (The length may be longer than the length in the longitudinal direction.) This is because the momentum of the game ball fired into the right-handed area is very strong, and when it comes into contact with or abuts against the screws of the game parts, the screws tend to loosen. It becomes possible to more firmly attach the game parts in the area to the game board D35. Furthermore, as mentioned above, by configuring the right-handed hitting area to use more screws than the left-handed hitting area, the game parts for the right-handed hitting area can be more firmly attached to the game board D35. becomes possible. Note that the length of the screw in the longitudinal direction may be longer in the right-handed region than in the left-handed region.

In addition, there are left-hand screws and right-hand screws, but especially for screws BS1 to BS3 and BS11, when you turn the screws clockwise, they will move in the rear direction of the Z direction (the negative direction of the Z direction on the Z axis). It is preferable to use a right-hand advancing screw. Note that right-hand screws may also be used for screws provided at other positions. By using right-hand screws when attaching game parts to the game board at appropriate locations, when a game ball that is launched into the game area hits the screw, force is easily applied in a clockwise direction, and the screw Since the screws are in the closing direction, the screws are less likely to loosen during gaming.

Next, referring to FIG. 42, the ball return prevention member D39 in the game board D35 of the Pachinko game machine will be explained. As shown in FIG. 42, the game board D35 has a game area D30 defined by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. Further, the game board D35 is formed with a guide rail D33 partitioned by a part of the outer rail D32 and a part of the inner rail D34. Note that the guide rail D33 may be formed by the launch rail, a portion of the outer rail D32, and a portion of the inner rail D34. A ball return prevention member D39 including a prevention piece D39-1 that prevents the game balls that have flowed into the game area D30 from returning into the guide rail is provided near the exit of the guide rail D33. Specifically, a ball return prevention member D39 is provided at the tip of the inner rail D34.

The prevention piece D39-1 is swingably attached to the base D39-2, and prevents the game balls that have flowed into the game area D30 from returning into the guide rail, as shown in FIG. 42(a). It is swingable between a second position (initial position) and a first position (guidance position) where the game ball launched into the game area D30 can be guided. The prevention piece D39-1 is configured to swing rightward from the initial position and swing to the guide position, but is restricted from swinging to the left from the initial position. In other words, since it does not swing to the left from the initial position, it has a structure that can prevent the game ball guided to the game area from returning to the guide rail.

Further, as shown in FIG. 42(a), when the prevention piece D39-1 is in the initial position, the prevention piece D39-1 faces upward (approximately vertically), and the tip faces toward the upper left. It is slanted (from upper left to lower right), and the tip has an acute angle. By forming the tip of the prevention piece D39-1 to be inclined toward the upper left, game balls are prevented from staying above the prevention piece D39-1, as shown in FIG. 42(b). . Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 42(c), the base D39-2 has a rounded portion on the right side of the prevention piece D39-1 so that game balls do not stay on the right side of the prevention piece D39-1. . In other words, when the prevention piece D39-1 is in the initial position, the prevention piece D39-1 faces upward, and the game ball It is constructed so that it does not accumulate.

Further, as shown in FIG. 42(b), when the prevention piece D39-1 is in the initial position, the distance from the tip of the prevention piece D39-1 to the outer rail D32 is defined as L. The prevention piece D39-1 is attached to the base D39-2 so that L is smaller than B, which is the diameter of the game ball (L<B). With this configuration, when the prevention piece D39-1 is in the initial position, the game ball cannot pass above the prevention piece D39-1, so the game ball guided to the game area D30 is not guided to the guide rail D33. You can prevent it from coming back. In addition, in (b) of FIG. 42, a line extended from the left side surface of the prevention piece D39-1 (dotted chain line in the figure) is drawn, and the distance to the intersection with the outer rail D32 is L. It is preferable that L be the shortest distance from the tip of -1 to the outer rail D32.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 42(d), when the prevention piece D39-1 is in the initial position, the tip of the prevention piece D39-1 is formed so as to protrude to the right side (towards the gaming area). formation). With this configuration, even if the game ball collides with the game nail located on the right side of the prevention piece D39-1 and bounces back toward the prevention piece D39-1, the protrusion prevents the game ball from reaching the guide rail. You can prevent it from coming back.

Here, when the conventional ball return prevention member is provided in the gaming area, a situation may occur in which the fired game ball flows back into the guide rail side after once entering the gaming area, or the fired game ball flows back toward the guide rail. When the game ball enters the game area, a situation may occur in which the game ball gets stuck at the tip of the ball return prevention member, which prevents the game ball that was launched after that from flowing into the game area and the progress of the game. Therefore, this becomes a factor that spoils the player's interest in playing the game.

In order to solve such problems, a game board D35 is provided with a game area D30 in which a game ball can flow down, a firing device (a firing device D42) that fires a game ball toward the game area, and a A guide rail that guides the launched game ball to the game area D30, and a prevention piece D39-1 that is provided near the exit of the guide rail and prevents the game ball that has flowed into the game area D30 from returning into the guide rail. The prevention piece is movable between a first position where the ejected game ball can be guided to the game area and a second position where the game ball that has flowed into the game area is prevented from returning into the guide rail. When the piece is in the second position, the prevention piece faces upward and is configured to prevent game balls from staying on the right side of the prevention piece.

With this configuration, it is possible to prevent the fired game balls from flowing back to the guide rail side after they have once flowed into the game area, and also to prevent the game balls from staying in the game area.

Further, screws BS1 to BS3 are provided on the right side of the prevention piece D39-1. Assuming that the screws BS1 to BS3 become loose, countermeasures are constructed as follows. A second length of 1/3 x A, which is a predetermined ratio of A, which is the length of the screws BS1 to 3 in the longitudinal direction, is screwed into the game board. In the case where 2/3 x A as the third length of the screw is in a protruding state with respect to the game board D35, the third length is calculated from E, which is the length from the game board D35 to the transparent plate D16. The configuration is such that C3=E-2/3×A, which is the value obtained by subtracting 2/3×A, which is the diameter, is greater than or equal to B, which is the diameter of the game ball.

In addition, countermeasures for the case where half of the screw length is loosened among the screws BS1 to BS3 are configured as follows. When half of the length A, which is the length of the screw in the longitudinal direction, is screwed into the game board D35, and the screw protrudes by 1/2 x A from the game board D35, the game C2 = E - 1/2 x A, which is the value obtained by subtracting 1/2 x A, which is half of the length A in the longitudinal direction of the screw, from E, which is the length from the plate D35 to the transparent plate D16. is configured so that it is larger than B, which is the diameter of the game ball.

With this configuration, even if the screws that attach the game parts to the game board D35 become loose in a state where they can stand on their own, the distance from the tip of the protruding screw to the transparent plate D16 can be determined by the diameter of the game ball. By configuring the ball to be larger (longer) than the above, the game ball can flow down (pass through) the game area D30 of the game board, so there is no situation where the game cannot be played, thereby preventing a decrease in player's interest. It becomes possible to do so.

Background technology of the Pachinko game machine (A1) The most popular Pachinko game machine at present has a special design (or When a symbol called a game symbol (game symbol) is displayed in a variable manner and the special symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, "7"), a special gaming state (normally closed) that has a higher profit state for the player than the normal gaming state This is a type of machine (so-called ``first-class Pachinko game machine'') that shifts to a game in which a big winning hole (so-called attacker) in a state is opened under predetermined conditions. Here, in order to reduce the burden of display control of special symbols that are directly connected to the player's profits, in addition to the above-mentioned "special symbols," we call them "decorative symbols" that are used for presentation to increase the interest of the game. The performance symbols displayed are variably displayed on a display, such as a liquid crystal display, which is larger in size than the display section, in synchronization with the fluctuations of the special symbols. When the special symbol starts to change, the decorative symbol also starts to fluctuate accordingly, and when the special symbol stops in a specific manner (for example, "7"), the decorative symbol also changes in a predetermined manner (for example, "7"). It will stop at "777"). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game has been finalized because the decorative symbols have stopped in a predetermined manner. This mechanism is common to this type of pachinko machine, so in order to differentiate it from other types of pachinko machines, we need to devise ways to create a high level of interest in the overall performance, including the variation of the symbols. The focus is on whether to grant it. For example, you can temporarily stop a fluctuating "decorative pattern" and then restart it, or hide a fluctuating "decorative pattern" and display a highly interesting moving image instead. One such method is to improve the interest of the game through presentation methods such as the following. In addition, in this type of Pachinko game machine, the game board is provided with game parts such as a center decoration to help improve the interest of the game.

The problem with the Pachinko game machine (A1) is that when such game parts are attached to the game board, the game balls flowing down the game board collide with the screws that attach the game parts, causing the screws to loosen. It may be stored away. In this way, if the screws are loose, the game balls will overlap at the part where the screws are loosened, which will prevent the game balls from flowing down, making it impossible to play, which will impair the player's enjoyment of the game. It becomes a cause. Therefore, there is a demand for a pachinko game machine that can prevent players from losing interest in the game.

The pachinko gaming machine (A1) according to aspect (1) is
A game board on which game balls can flow,
A transparent plate provided on the front of the game board,
Multiple game nails planted on the game board,
A predetermined screw is provided on the flow path of the game ball and screws the game component (for example, the center decoration D38) onto the game board,
A first length (for example, 1/3) of the longitudinal length (for example, D) of the predetermined game nail implanted at a position closest to the predetermined screw; For example, D2) is planted on the game board,
A second length (for example, 1/3 x A) that is a length of the predetermined ratio (for example, 1/3) of the longitudinal length (for example, A) of the predetermined screw is within the game board. in a state where the third length (for example, 2/3 x A) of the predetermined screw protrudes from the game board,
It is characterized in that the value obtained by subtracting the third length (for example, C3) from the length from the game board to the transparent plate (for example, E) is greater than or equal to the diameter of the game ball (for example, B). This is a pachinko game machine.

Effects of Pachinko Game Machine (A1) According to the Pachinko game machine according to the present embodiment, even if the screws that attach the game components to the game board become loose, the flow of the game balls will not be hindered. This has the effect that it can be done as follows.

Background technology of Pachinko gaming machine (A2) The currently most popular Pachinko gaming machine is triggered by the entry of a game ball into the starting slot, and displays a "special symbol" (or main symbol) on the 7-segment display. When a symbol called a game symbol (game symbol) is displayed in a variable manner and the special symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, "7"), a special gaming state (normally closed) that has a higher profit state for the player than the normal gaming state This is a type of machine (so-called ``first-class Pachinko game machine'') that shifts to a game in which a big winning hole (so-called attacker) in a state is opened under predetermined conditions. Here, in order to reduce the burden of display control of special symbols that are directly connected to the player's profits, in addition to the above-mentioned "special symbols," we call them "decorative symbols" that are used for presentation to increase the interest of the game. The performance symbols displayed are variably displayed on a display, such as a liquid crystal display, which is larger in size than the display section, in synchronization with the fluctuations of the special symbols. When the special symbol starts to change, the decorative symbol also starts to fluctuate accordingly, and when the special symbol stops in a specific manner (for example, "7"), the decorative symbol also changes in a predetermined manner (for example, "7"). It will stop at "777"). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game has been finalized because the decorative symbols have stopped in a predetermined manner. This mechanism is common to this type of pachinko machine, so in order to differentiate it from other types of pachinko machines, we need to devise ways to create a high level of interest in the overall performance, including the variation of the symbols. The focus is on whether to grant it. For example, you can temporarily stop a fluctuating "decorative pattern" and then restart it, or hide a fluctuating "decorative pattern" and display a highly interesting moving image instead. One such method is to improve the interest of the game through presentation methods such as the following. In addition, in this type of Pachinko game machine, the game board is provided with game parts such as a center decoration to help improve the interest of the game.

The problem with the Pachinko game machine (A2) is that if a Pachinko game machine with such game parts installed on the game board is installed on a game island with the game board tilted from the front to the back, a certain game that flows down the game area. A situation occurs in which the ball stays on the game parts and prevents other game balls from flowing down, resulting in a state in which the game cannot be played, and this becomes a cause of spoiling the player's interest in playing the game. Therefore, there is a demand for a pachinko game machine that can prevent players from losing interest in the game.

The pachinko gaming machine (A2) according to aspect (2) is
A game board provided with a game area where game balls can flow down;
A transparent plate provided on the front of the game board,
Multiple game nails planted on the game board,
A game component (for example, center decoration D38) that is provided at a predetermined position on the game board and on which a game ball can roll;
A predetermined screw is provided on the flow path of the game ball and screws the game component onto the game board,
The game component has a predetermined portion (for example, an eaves portion D38-1) on the upper surface;
The pachinko game machine is characterized in that the predetermined portion is inclined downward toward the front.

Effects of Pachinko Game Machine (A2) According to the Pachinko game machine according to the present aspect, even when the Pachinko game machine is installed on a game island in a state where it is tilted from the front side to the rear side, the game balls are This has the effect of being able to prevent a situation in which the game parts remain on the game parts.

Background technology of the Pachinko game machine (A3) The most popular Pachinko game machine at present has a ``special symbol'' (or main character) displayed on the 7-segment display when a game ball enters the starting hole. When a symbol called a game symbol (game symbol) is displayed in a variable manner and the special symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, "7"), a special gaming state (normally closed) that has a higher profit state for the player than the normal gaming state This is a type of machine (so-called ``first-class Pachinko game machine'') that shifts to a game in which a big winning hole (so-called attacker) in a state is opened under predetermined conditions. Here, in order to reduce the burden of display control of special symbols that are directly connected to the player's profits, in addition to the above-mentioned "special symbols," we call them "decorative symbols" that are used for presentation to increase the interest of the game. The performance symbols displayed are variably displayed on a display, such as a liquid crystal display, which is larger in size than the display section, in synchronization with the fluctuations of the special symbols. When the special symbol starts to change, the decorative symbol also starts to fluctuate accordingly, and when the special symbol stops in a specific manner (for example, "7"), the decorative symbol also changes in a predetermined manner (for example, "7"). It will stop at "777"). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game has been finalized because the decorative symbols have stopped in a predetermined manner. This mechanism is common to this type of pachinko machine, so in order to differentiate it from other types of pachinko machines, we need to devise ways to create a high level of interest in the overall performance, including the variation of the symbols. The focus is on whether to grant it. For example, you can temporarily stop a fluctuating "decorative pattern" and then restart it, or hide a fluctuating "decorative pattern" and display a highly interesting moving image instead. One such method is to improve the interest of the game through presentation methods such as the following. Furthermore, in this type of Pachinko game machine, the game board is provided with game parts such as a ball return prevention member to help improve the interest of the game.

A problem with the Pachinko gaming machine (A3) is that when such a ball return prevention member is provided in the gaming area, a situation may occur in which the fired gaming balls flow back toward the guide rail after once entering the gaming area. When the fired game balls flow into the gaming area, a situation may occur where the game balls stay at the tip of the ball return prevention member, which may prevent the subsequently fired game balls from flowing into the gaming area and Since this hinders the progress of the game, it becomes a factor that reduces the player's interest in playing the game. Therefore, there is a demand for a pachinko game machine that can prevent players from losing interest in the game.

The pachinko gaming machine (A3) according to aspect (3) is
A game board provided with a game area where game balls can flow down;
a firing means for firing a game ball toward a game area;
a guide rail that guides the game ball fired by the firing means to the game area;
Equipped with a prevention piece (for example, prevention piece D39-1) provided near the exit of the guide rail to prevent game balls that have flowed into the game area from returning into the guide rail,
The prevention piece has a first position (for example, a guide position) where it can guide game balls launched into the game area, and a second position (for example, a guide position) where it can prevent game balls that have flowed into the game area from returning into the guide rail. , initial position),
The pachinko game machine is characterized in that when the prevention piece is located at the second position, the prevention piece faces upward and game balls do not stay on the right side of the prevention piece.

Effects of the Pachinko Game Machine (A3): According to the Pachinko game machine according to the present aspect, the game balls are prevented from flowing back toward the guide rail after they have flowed into the game area, and the game balls are kept in the game area. This has the effect of preventing the water from remaining in the water.

M Main control board, MJ Game information control means MJ10 Ball entering determination means, MJ11-A First main game starting opening ball entering determining means MJ11-B Second main game starting opening ball entering determining means, MJ11-H Auxiliary game entry Ball entrance determining means MJ11-C10 First major winning opening determining means, MJ11-C20 Second major winning opening determining means MJ20 Random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ21-A First main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B Second main game random number acquisition judgment execution means, MJ21-H Auxiliary game random number acquisition judgment execution means MJ30 Holding control means, MJ31 Holding consumption control means MJ31j Fluctuation start condition sufficiency judgment means, MJ32 Symbol holding means MJ32-A First Main game symbol retention means, MJ32b-A First main game symbol retention information temporary storage means MJ32-B Second main game symbol retention means, MJ32b-B Second main game symbol retention information temporary storage means MJ32-H Auxiliary game symbol retention Means, MJ32b-H Auxiliary game symbol reservation information temporary storage means MN Game content determining means, MN10 Win/fail lottery means MN11-A First main game win/fail lottery means, MN11ta-A First main game win/fail lottery table MN11-B Second Main game win/fail lottery means, MN11ta-B Second main game win/fail lottery table MN11-H Auxiliary game win/fail lottery table MN11ta-H Auxiliary game win/fail lottery table MN20 Special game transition determining means, MN40 Symbol content determining means MN41-A First main game symbol determination means, MN41ta-A First main game symbol determination lottery table MN41-B Second main game symbol determination means, MN41ta-B Second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41-H Auxiliary game symbol determination Means, MN41ta-H Lottery table for determining auxiliary game symbols MN50 Variation mode determining means, MN51-A First main game variation mode determining means MN51ta-A Lottery table for determining first main game variation modes, MN51-B Second main game Variation mode determining means MN51ta-B Second main game variation mode determination lottery table, MN51-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination means MN51ta-H Auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table, MP Game proceeding means MP10 Display control means, MP11- C First and second main game symbol control means MP11t-C First and second main game symbol variation management timer, MP11-H Auxiliary game symbol control means MP11t-H Auxiliary game symbol variation management timer, MP20-B 2nd main game starting opening electric accessory opening/closing control means MP21-B 2nd main game starting opening electric accessory opening/closing condition determining means, MP22t-B 2nd main game starting opening electric accessory opening timer MP30 Special game controlling means, MP31 Condition Determination means MP32 Special game content determination means, MP32ta Special game content reference table MP33 Special game execution means, MP33-C First and second prize opening electric accessory opening/closing control means MP33c Winning ball counter, MP34 Special game time management means MP34t Special game timer, MP50 Specific game control means MP51 Variable ending condition determining means, MP52 Time saving ending condition determining means MP52c Time saving number counter, MB Game state temporary storage means MB10-C First and second main game state temporary storage means, MB11b -C First and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB10-H Auxiliary game state temporary storage means, MB11b-H Auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB20b Special game related information temporary storage means, MB30b Specific game related information temporary storage Means MT Information transmission control means MT10 Command sending buffer, MH Prize ball payout determining means A First main game peripheral device, A10 First main game starting port A11s First main game starting port entrance ball detection device, A20 First main game Symbol display device A21g First main game symbol display section, A21h First main game symbol reservation display section B Second main game peripheral device, B10 Second main game starting opening B11s Second main game starting opening ball entry detection device, B11d 2nd main game starting port electric accessory B20 2nd main game symbol display device, B21g 2nd main game symbol display section B21h 2nd main game symbol reservation display section, C 1st and 2nd main game common peripheral equipment C10 1st large Winning hole, C11s 1st big winning hole prize detection device C11d 1st big winning hole electric accessory, C20 2nd big winning hole C21s 2nd big winning hole winning detection device, C21d 2nd big winning hole electric accessory D38 Center decoration , D38-1 Eave part, D38-2 Channel, D38-4 Channel D39 Ball return prevention member, D39-1 Prevention piece, D39-2 Base H Auxiliary game peripheral equipment, H10 Auxiliary game start port H11s Auxiliary game start port Ball entry detection device, H20 Auxiliary game symbol display device H21g Auxiliary game symbol display section, H21h Auxiliary game symbol reservation display section P10 Left general winning opening, P20 Right general winning opening S Sub-control board, SM Sub-game control means (sub-main control Part) MH20 Main display device, SH20 Sub-display device SM10 Display information receiving means, SM11b Main side information temporary storage means SM20 Effect display control means, SM21 Decorative pattern display control means SM21n Illustration display content determination means, SM21ta Illustration variation content determination Lottery table SM21ta-2 Decorative pattern production table, SM21b Drawing-related information temporary storage means SM21t-1 First drawing variation time management timer, SM22 Drawing pending information display control means, SM22b Drawing pending information temporary storage means, SM23 Background effect display control means SM23n Background effect display content determination means, SM23b Background effect related information temporary storage means SM24 Preview effect display control means, SM24n Preview effect display content determination means SM24b Preview effect related information temporary storage means, SM25 Reach effect display control means SM25n Reach effect display content determination means, SM25b Reach effect related information temporary storage means SM27 Right hit display control means SM40 Information transmission and reception control means SS Effect display means (sub-sub control unit), SS10 Sub information transmission and reception control means SS20 Image display control means, SS21b Image display related information temporary storage means SG Production display device, SG10 Display area SG11 Decorative pattern display area, SG12 First hold display area SG13 Second hold display area KH Prize ball payout control board KE Prize ball payout device

Claims (1)

A game board on which game balls can flow,
A transparent plate provided on the front of the game board,
Multiple game nails planted on the game board,
a predetermined screw provided on the flow path of the game ball and screwing the game component onto the game board;
The wall surface of the game component where the game ball may come into contact with the highest point through which the game ball passes.
Equipped with
The wall surface is angled so that the game ball is directed toward the player,
The predetermined screw is fixed at a position lower than the wall surface,
A first length that is a predetermined ratio of the length in the longitudinal direction of the predetermined game nail that is implanted at a position closest to the predetermined screw is implanted in the game board,
The second length, which is the predetermined proportion of the longitudinal length of the predetermined screw, is screwed into the game board, and the third length of the predetermined screw is the predetermined length of the predetermined screw. In a state where it protrudes from the board,
A Pachinko game machine characterized in that the value obtained by subtracting the third length from the length from the game board to the transparent plate is greater than or equal to the diameter of the game ball.

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