JP6646230B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

  Pachinko related to gaming machines.

  In recent years, as a pachinko gaming machine, a jackpot lottery with a predetermined probability is made when a game ball enters a starting port on a game board surface (game area), and when the jackpot lottery is won, a jackpot (special game) ) State, pachinko gaming machines that can open a large winning prize port provided on the game board surface and obtain a large amount of prize balls are mainstream. Among the pachinko gaming machines configured in this way, there is a probability varying gaming state in which the winning probability in the jackpot lottery is increased, and a time reducing gaming state in which the efficiency of symbol variation for notifying the lottery result in the jackpot lottery is increased. There are also gaming machines that have a game progress state that creates an advantageous game progress state for the player based on these game states, thereby increasing the interest of the game. There are also gaming machines that enhance the interest of the game by devising the configuration of the game board surface or devising the contents of the effects.

JP-A-2012-081054

  However, since there have been many such gaming machines, there is a problem that the development of a model that realizes a more novel gaming property is desired.

Pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect,
Equipped with a main game department that controls the progress of the game,
The main game section,
Interrupt processing executed at a predetermined interval and main processing which is different from the interrupt processing can be executed,
Timer update processing can be executed as interrupt processing,
As a storage area capable of storing control time information related to a predetermined control process, at least a first storage area smaller than a predetermined size and a second storage area having the predetermined size are provided,
When the predetermined control process is executed, the control time information is configured to be stored in the first storage area and the second storage area,
The interrupt processing is configured to execute a timer update processing based on the value of the first storage area and the value of the second storage area ,
The timer update process performs a subtraction process of the value of the second storage area every time the interrupt process is executed. If the result of the subtraction process of the value of the second storage area is a specific result, the timer update process is performed. And configured to perform a subtraction process of the value of one storage area,
In the timer update process, in the interrupt process subsequent to the interrupt process in which the result of the process of subtracting the value of the second storage area has become a specific result, a subtraction process is performed from the value of the second storage area when the specific result is obtained. a game machine, characterized in that <br/> performed.
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In addition, although another aspect different from this aspect is listed below, it is possible to implement without being limited to these.
The pachinko gaming machine according to this another aspect,
Starting ports (for example, first main game starting port A10, right first main game starting port A30, second main game starting port B10) into which game balls can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g, a second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (eg, a main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit (e.g., effect display device SG) capable of displaying an effect,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) that controls display of the effect,
Random number acquiring means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering a starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a right first main game starting port A30, a second main game starting port B10);
A game content determination unit that performs a determination as to whether the information is random based on a random number, and determines a stop display mode of the identification information and a variation display mode of the identification information based on the result of the determination.
In accordance with the determination by the game content determining means, the identification information is displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g), and then the identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means for controlling;
Special game control means for executing a special game advantageous to the player after the main game identification information is stopped and the winning result is determined based on the random number,
Interrupt processing executed at a predetermined interval and main processing which is different from the interrupt processing can be executed,
Timer update processing can be executed as interrupt processing,
As a storage area capable of storing the fluctuation time, it has at least a first storage area having a predetermined size and a second storage area larger than the first storage area,
As a storage area capable of storing a predetermined time value different from the fluctuation time, at least a third storage area having the same size as the second storage area is provided,
When the variation display mode is determined by the game content determination means, the variation time is stored in the first storage area and the second storage area,
The pachinko gaming machine is configured to execute a timer update process based on the value of the first storage area and the value of the second storage area when the identification information is displayed in a variable manner. .

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, further novel gaming properties can be realized in a gaming machine adopting a concept of creating a game progress state advantageous to a player.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a main flowchart on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a flowchart of an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of a main game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of a first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a configuration diagram of a main game table used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a configuration diagram of a main game table used in the first main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a configuration diagram of a main game table used in the second main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a 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. 14 is a flowchart of a special game operating condition determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of a special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the first main game prefetch determination process on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the prefetch pending content determination processing on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is an example of a pending change scenario determination table in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of a prefetch pending change control process on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the look-ahead zone entry processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is an example of the change suggestion display change scenario determination table in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of a special game-related display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is a conceptual diagram of execution of a change-on-hold effect in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is an illustration of a prefetch zone entry in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 32 is a main flowchart on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 33 is a flowchart of a timer update process and a variable time update process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of a main game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 36 is a flowchart of a main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 38 is a flowchart of the second main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 39 is a configuration diagram of a main game table used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 40 is a configuration diagram of a storage buffer at the start of fluctuation on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 41 is a main game table configuration diagram used in the first main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 42 is a main game table configuration diagram used in the second main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 43 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 44 is a flowchart of a special game operating condition determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 45 is a flowchart of a special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 46 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 47 is a flowchart of the small hit game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 48 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 49 is a flowchart of a volume / light amount adjustment process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 50 is a time chart for suspending / restarting symbol fluctuation and forcibly stopping a lost symbol in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 51 is a time chart showing the timing at which the volume and light amount can be adjusted in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 52 is a game state transition diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment.

Forms for implementation

  First, the meaning of each term in the present specification will be described. The term "entering a ball" includes not only a prize in which a prize ball is paid out but also a passage to a "through chucker" in which a prize ball is not paid out. The “identification information” may be in any form as long as the type of information can be identified through the five senses (visual, auditory, tactile, etc.), but is preferably visual, for example, numbers, characters, and patterns. And the like. Further, in the present specification, the “identification information” may be called a main game design / special design (special figure) or a decorative design (special design). The "decorative design (decorative design)" is identification information as an effect displayed on the sub-control board side. The expression “identification information can be displayed” is not limited to any display method, and includes, for example, light emission (including not only the presence or absence of light emission but also a color difference) of light emitting means (for example, liquid crystal, LED, 7-segment), physical (For example, a symbol drawn on a reel band is stopped and displayed at a predetermined position) and the like. "Direction" refers to display content that enhances the interest of the game, for example, identification information fluctuation / stop, notice, etc., moving images such as animations and live-actions, still images such as pictures, photographs, characters, etc. Combinations can be mentioned. The “open state, open state” and “closed state, closed state” are, for example, in the configuration of a general large winning opening (so-called attacker), open state = easy winning state, closed state = no winning state. It becomes an easy state. In addition, for example, a state of protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter, may be referred to as an advanced state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (opposite to the player side) (hereinafter, referred to as an evacuation state) (A so-called tongue-type attacker), the advance state = the winning state is easy, and the retracted state = the winning state is not easy. The "random number" is a random number used in a lottery (a lottery by an electronic computer) for determining a game content in a pachinko gaming machine, and includes pseudo-random numbers in addition to random numbers in a narrow sense. Soft random numbers as random numbers and pseudo random numbers). For example, a so-called “basic random number” that affects the result of a game, specifically, a “winning random number (a random number for winning or losing lottery)” related to the transition of a special game, and a variation mode (or variation time) of an identification symbol are determined. "Variation mode determining random number" for determining a stop symbol, "symbol determining random number" for determining a stop symbol, "hit symbol determining random number" for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, a probability varying game) after a special game, and the like. be able to. It is not necessary to use all of these random numbers when determining the content of the variation mode and the content of the definite identification information, and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. In this specification, the number of random numbers may be indicated in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers. Is called one random number (that is, in the above example, a bundle of random numbers of winning random number + variation mode determining random number + symbol determining random number... Is referred to as one random number). . Further, for example, one kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determining random number). The "game state" is, for example, a special game state in which the special winning opening can be opened, a transition to the special game state, and a transition to the special game state from a non-probability varying game state in which a lottery probability is a predetermined value. A probability variation game state in which a lottery probability is high, a transition to a special game, an auxiliary game state in which there is assistance for winning a prize in a starting opening which is a trigger for a lottery (a so-called ordinary symbol time-saving state, for example, a variable member is attached to the starting opening. In such a case, the opening period of the variable member is long, the open winning probability of the variable member is high, and the time for reporting the result of the open lottery of the variable member is short.

  The following embodiment is a model (type 1 type 1 type multifunction peripheral) in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the case where the present invention is applied to other gaming machines (for example, conventional pachinko gaming machines such as the first type, the second type, the third type, and the general electric machine) is also within the scope. . Note that the present embodiment is merely an example, and the order of each step in various processes, the timing of turning on / off a flag, the name of a unit responsible for the processing of each step, and the like are described as an example. It is not limited to the following embodiments. In addition, it should not be understood that the above-described embodiments and modified examples are applied to specific ones in a limited manner, and any combination may be used. For example, it should be understood that a modification example of one embodiment is a modification example of another embodiment, and even if a certain modification example and another modification example are described independently, the modification example It should be understood that combinations of the modifications and the other modifications are also described. In the present embodiment, a lottery table and a reference table exist for various tables, but these are not limited, and the lottery table may be used as a reference table or vice versa. Further, in this example, the term “table” is not limited to the format, and one or more selection candidates are selected from a plurality of selection candidates based on one or more pieces of information. It should be understood that this is an associated aspect. Further, a numerical value as a specific example shown in the following embodiments and modified examples {for example, a winning probability at the time of executing a lottery, a maximum number of rounds at the time of a special game, a symbol variation time, the number of continuations in each game state, etc. This is merely an example, and in particular, under different conditions (for example, by the conditions of the first main game side and the second main game side, by the conditions of the probability variation game and the non-probability variation game, and by the time reduction game and the non-probability variation game) It is understood that the magnitude relationships and combinations of the numerical values shown in (e.g., conditions according to the time reduction game, etc.) may be appropriately changed as long as they do not significantly depart from the spirit of the following embodiments and modified examples. Should. For example, on the first main game side and the second main game side, the magnitude relationship between the winning probability at the time of executing the lottery and the expected value of the maximum number of rounds at the time of the special game is expressed by the first main game side = the second main game side. Even if it is illustrated as an example, the magnitude relationship may be appropriately changed to the first main game side <the second main game side, or the first main game side> the second main game side. Good (same for other values and conditions). Also, for example, when configuring based on the intent to continue until the next big hit occurs as the number of times the probability varying gaming state continues, whether to set “65535” as the number of times to continue (substantially to continue), Alternatively, even in the option of the realization method based on the same purpose, such as maintaining the probability variation game state until the next big hit occurs without setting the number of continuations, as long as the purpose of the following embodiment and the modified example is not greatly deviated It should be understood that may be changed as appropriate.

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

  First, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Pachinko gaming machines are mainly composed of gaming machine frames and gaming boards. Hereinafter, these will be described in order.

  First, the gaming machine frame of the pachinko gaming machine includes an outer frame D12, a front frame D14, a transparent plate D16, a door D18, an upper bowl D20, a lower bowl D22, and a firing handle D44. First, the outer frame D12 is a frame for fixing a pachinko gaming machine at a position where the pachinko gaming machine is to be installed. The front frame D14 is a frame that matches the opening of the outer frame D12, and is attached to the outer frame D12 via a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be openable and closable. The front frame D14 includes a mechanism for firing game balls, a mechanism for detachably housing a game board, a mechanism for guiding or collecting game balls, and the like. The transparent plate D16 is formed of glass or the like, and is supported by the door D18. The door D18 is attached to the front frame D14 via a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be openable and closable. The upper ball dish D20 has a mechanism for storing game balls, sending out game balls to a firing rail, extracting game balls to a lower ball dish D22, and the like. The lower ball dish D22 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. Further, a speaker D24 is provided, and a sound effect according to a game state or the like is output.

  Next, the game board has a game area D30 defined by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. In addition, in the game area D30, a first main game start port A10, a second main game start port B10, an auxiliary game start port H10, a plurality of game nails and a mechanism such as a windmill (not shown) and various general winning ports are provided. First big winning opening C10, second big winning opening C20, first main game symbol display device A20, second main game symbol display device B20, effect display device SG, auxiliary game symbol display device H20, center decoration D38 and out opening D36 is installed. Hereinafter, each element will be described in order. In the present embodiment, a case where both the first big winning opening C10 and the second big winning opening C20 are provided will be described, but only one big winning opening may be provided.

  Next, the first main game start port A10 is set as a start winning port corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game start port A10 includes a first main game start port entrance detection device A11s. Here, the first main game start port entrance ball detection device A11s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the first main game start port A10, and the first main game start indicating the entry when the ball is entered. Generate incoming ball information.

  Next, the second main game start port B10 is set as a start winning port corresponding to the second main game. As a specific configuration, the second main game start port B10 includes a second main game start port entrance detection device B11s and a second main game start port electric accessory B11d. Here, the second main game starting port entrance ball detecting device B11s is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the second main game starting port B10, and the second main game start indicating the entering ball when entering the ball. Generate incoming ball information. Next, the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d is changed to a closed state in which game balls are not easily won in the second main game starting port B10 and an open state in which game balls are easier to win than in the normal state.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are arranged so as to overlap with each other, and the presence of the first main game start port A10 causes the second main game start port A10 to start. The upper part of the mouth B10 is closed. Further, the game ball flowing down the game area D30 can be guided to the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 from either the right side or the left side.

  In the present embodiment, the motorized accessory is provided on the second main game starting port B10 side. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the motorized accessory is provided on the first main game starting port A10 side. You may. Further, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are arranged so as to overlap with each other. However, the present invention is not limited to this. You may comprise so that 2 main game starting ports B10 may be spaced apart. In addition, two second main game starting ports A and a second main game starting port B are provided as second main game starting ports, and the second main game starting port A has a game flowing down the left side of the game area D30. The game area D30 is configured such that a ball easily enters and a game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 is unlikely to enter the ball. The second main game start port B is a game area D30 where a game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 is unlikely to enter the ball. You may comprise so that the game ball which flows down the right side may enter easily. In addition, the first main game start port and the second main game start port are arranged side by side, and the first main game start port and the second main game start port are arranged by a sorting member that alternately distributes the flowing game balls in the left-right direction. It may be configured to alternately enter the game start port.

  Next, the auxiliary game starting port H10 includes an auxiliary game starting port entering ball detection device H11s. Here, the auxiliary game starting port entrance 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 information indicating the entry when the ball is entered. I do. The entry of a game ball into the auxiliary game start port H10 is a trigger for a lottery for expanding the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10.

  Here, in the present embodiment, game balls flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) are easily guided to the auxiliary game start port H10, and the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). It is configured such that the flowing game balls are less likely to be guided to the auxiliary game start port H10. The arrangement of the auxiliary game starting port H10 is not limited to that of the present example, and is arranged such that game balls flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) are easily guided to the auxiliary game starting port H10. Alternatively, if two auxiliary game start ports H10 are provided and the ball flows down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area), the game ball may flow down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). Any of them may be configured to be easily guided to the auxiliary game start port H10.

  Next, a first special winning opening C10 and a second special winning opening C20 are provided at the upper right of the out opening D36, and a game ball flowing down the right side of the gaming area D30 (based on the center of the gaming area) is provided. Before reaching the out opening D36, it is configured to easily pass through the area where the first winning opening C10 and the second winning opening C20 are arranged.

  Next, the first large winning opening C10 forms a horizontal rectangular shape which is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped at the big hit symbol, and out. A winning port corresponding to the main game, which is located at the upper right of the mouth D36. As a specific configuration, the first special winning opening C10 includes a first special winning opening winning detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a first special winning opening electric accessory C11d (and the first special winning opening). Mouth electric accessory solenoid C13). Here, the first special winning opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the first special winning opening C10, and the first special winning opening entry information indicating the entering when the ball enters. Generate The first special winning opening motorized accessory C11d changes the first special winning opening C10 into a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or difficult to enter the first large winning opening C10 and an open state in which the game ball can easily be won (No. The big winning opening electric accessory solenoid C13 is excited and varied). Note that, in the present embodiment, the mode of the large winning opening is a mode in which the game ball is formed into a horizontal rectangular shape and is variable between a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easily won. It is not limited to. In this case, for example, a mode in which a bar-shaped member provided in the special winning opening protrudes toward the player side and a retracted state where the bar-shaped member is retracted with respect to the player side (so-called, A tongue-type attacker) or a mode (a so-called slide-type attacker) in which an opening on a passage on which a game ball can roll is used as a large winning opening and the opening can be closed and opened. This is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entering the special winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the second large winning opening C20 forms a horizontal rectangular shape which is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped at the big hit symbol, and is out. A winning port corresponding to the main game, which is located at the upper right of the mouth D36. As a specific configuration, the second special winning opening C20 includes a second special winning opening winning detection device C21s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a second special winning opening electric accessory C21d (and the second special winning opening). Mouth electric accessory solenoid C23). Here, the second special winning opening winning detection device C21s is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the second special winning opening C20, and the second special winning opening entering information indicating the entering when the ball enters. Generate The game ball that has entered the second special winning opening C20 is configured to be detected by the second special winning opening winning detection device C21s. Next, the second big winning opening electric role-playing object C21d sets the second big winning opening C20 in a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to enter the second big winning opening C20 and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. Make it variable. Note that, in the present embodiment, the mode of the large winning opening is a mode in which the game ball is formed into a horizontal rectangular shape and is variable between a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easily won. It is not limited to. In this case, for example, a mode in which a bar-shaped member provided in the special winning opening protrudes toward the player side and a retracted state where the bar-shaped member is retracted with respect to the player side (so-called, (Vero type attacker) or a mode (a so-called slide type attacker) in which an opening on a passage on which a game ball can roll is used as a large winning opening and the opening can be closed and opened. This is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entering the special winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10). Further, the first special winning opening C10 and the second special winning opening C20 may have substantially the same size or different sizes.

  Next, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20) is related to the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) corresponding to the first main game (second main game). This is a device for executing the displayed information. As a specific configuration, the first main game symbol display device A20 (the second main game symbol display device B20) includes a first main game symbol display portion A21g (a second main game symbol display portion B21g) and a first main game symbol. And a symbol holding display section A21h (second main game symbol holding display section B21h). Here, the first main game symbol hold display section A21h (second main game symbol hold display section B21h) is composed of four lamps, and the number of the lamps turned on is the first main game (second main game). (The number of fluctuations of the main game symbols that have not been executed). Note that the first main game symbol display section A21g (the second main game symbol display section B21g) is composed of, for example, a 7-segment LED, and the first main game symbols (the second main game symbols) are "0" to "9". Is displayed with ten kinds of numbers and "-" of a loss. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a 7-segment LED is used so that it is difficult for a player to recognize which main game symbol is displayed. It is preferable to use a symbol or the like to display the information. Also, the display of the number of holds is not limited to the configuration of four lamps, but is configured to be able to display the number of hold of up to four lamps (for example, it is configured of one lamp, Equation 1: lighting, holding number 2: low-speed blinking, holding number 3: medium-speed flashing, holding number 4: high-speed blinking).

  Since the first main game symbol (the second main game symbol) does not necessarily have to have a staging role, in the present embodiment, the first main game symbol display device A20 (the second main game symbol display device B20). Is set to an inconspicuous degree. However, in a case where the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) itself has a staging role and does not display the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol), an effect described later is used. The first main game symbol (second main game symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display such as the display device SG.

  Next, the effect display device SG is a device that executes an effect image including a decorative symbol that fluctuates and stops in conjunction with the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol, and the like. Here, as a specific configuration, the effect display device SG includes a display area SG10 in which an effect is performed including a change display of a decorative symbol and the like. Here, the display area SG10 includes a first hold display section SG12 (and a second hold display section SG13) for displaying main game hold information and, for example, a moving image of a plurality of rows of decorative design variations imitating a slot machine game. And a decorative symbol display area SG11 for displaying Although the effect display device SG is constituted by a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, it may be constituted by other display means such as a mechanical drum or an LED. Next, the first hold display section SG12 (and the second hold display section SG13) is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are the first main game symbol hold display section A21h (the second main game symbol hold display section). B21h).

  Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that executes display and the like related to the auxiliary game symbols. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display section H21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lightings of the lamps corresponds to the number of auxiliary game symbol fluctuations held (the number of auxiliary game symbol fluctuations that have not been executed). In the present embodiment, 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 arranged apart from each other. A configuration in which the 7-segment LED and the holding LED of the first main game symbol display device A20, the 7-segment LED and the holding LED of the second main game symbol display device B20, and the LED and the holding LED of the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are provided above. It is also possible.

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

  Next, the sub input button SB is an operation member that is electrically connected to a sub control board S to be described later and that performs an effect based on the operation when pressed (pressed). The operation modes of the sub input button SB include a single press (an operation mode in which the sub input button SB is pressed only once for a short time), a continuous hit (an operation mode in which the sub input button SB is pressed a plurality of times), and a long press. (An operation mode in which the sub input button SB is kept pressed for a predetermined period). The cross button SB-2 is an operation member that is electrically connected to a sub-control board S, which will be described later, and that, when operated (pressed), effects based on the operation are executed. , Left and right, and by operating the operation unit, the user can select an effect to be executed (for example, a notice effect) or select a sound / game effect lamp D26 output from the speaker D24. The output light quantity can be adjusted. The operation members electrically connected to the sub-control board S, which will be described later, and for which an effect based on the operation is performed by pressing (pressing) the sub-input button SB and the cross button SB-2. For example, a lever, a touch panel, a non-contact sensor, or the like that is movable in the front-rear direction may be used instead. In addition, there is no problem if the design can be appropriately changed and used as long as the device can perform sub-input.

  Next, a basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the entire operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and particularly controls the entire game operation such as a lottery when the ball enters the first main game starting port A10 (second main game starting port B10) (that is, the game). A main control board M that performs control directly related to the interests of the player, a sub-main control unit SM that performs display control and the like related to various effects on the effect display device SG that imparts interest to the game content, A sub-sub-control unit SS for executing the effect display, and a payout unit for paying out the game balls supplied from the prize ball tank KT to the upper ball plate D20 in accordance with a prize in the prize ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR and each winning port. A prize ball payout device (set base) KE including KE10, etc., a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling the payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and one game ball (reserved ball) of the upper ball dish D20 to the game area D30. Fire one by one A launch control board D40 for controlling the launch operation of the launching device D42, a power supply unit E for supplying power to each unit of the pachinko gaming machine, a power switch Ea which is a switch for turning on / off the power of the pachinko gaming machine, and the like. It is provided on the back surface of the front frame D14 (the side opposite to the game side).

  Next, the electrical schematic configuration of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, as described above, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment pays out game balls based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M for controlling the progress of the game and the main control board M. Based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the winning ball payout control board KH to be controlled and the main control board M, various effects on the effect display device SG such as fluctuation and stop of the decorative pattern, sound from the speaker D24, A sub-control board S (in this example, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are arranged on one board) for controlling the lighting of the game effect lamp D26, the execution of error notification, and the like; And a power supply unit E for supplying power to the entire gaming machine including the control board, and various devices and devices controlled by the above-described control boards or input to the control board are provided for the game. It is provided at appropriate positions of the.

  The sub-control board S includes a sub-main control unit SM that controls various effects on the effect display device SG such as a change and stop of the decorative pattern, a sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the game effect lamp D26, and error notification. , And two control units of a sub-sub-control unit SS for executing display processing such as variable display / stop display, hold display and advance notice display of decorative symbols on the effect display device SG.

  Here, the main control board M, the prize ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control unit SM, and the sub-sub control unit SS include a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, a ROM that pre-stores a program that defines the arithmetic processes of the CPU, A RAM for temporarily storing data handled by the CPU (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, and the like) is mounted. Hereinafter, a schematic configuration of each substrate and an electrical connection mode between each substrate and device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board M includes an electric member of each first main game-related electric member, an electric member of each second main game-related electric member, an electric member of each of the first and second common main game members, and an auxiliary game-related electric member. It is electrically connected to electric members (input / output devices) essential for the progress of the game, such as electric members of the electric members, and controls the progress of the game based on input signals from each input device. The electric members of the main game-related electric members and the auxiliary game-related electric members will be described later. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub main control section SM / sub sub control section SS), and based on the progress of the game, the prize ball payout. Is transmitted to the prize ball payout control board KH, and information (command) relating to the progress state of the effect / game is transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to a hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown). Is configured to be able to output game-related information to an external device.

  In the present embodiment, the main control board M and the prize ball payout control board KH are configured to enable two-way communication, while the main control board M and the sub main The control unit SM is configured to enable one-way communication from the main control board M to the sub-main control unit SM (a communication method may be either serial communication or parallel communication). The communication between the control boards (between the control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication.

  Next, the prize ball payout control board KH includes a prize ball payout device KE that executes payout of game balls, and a device that is operable by a player and that receives a request for renting a game ball and outputs the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to a game ball lending device R for transmission and a launch control board D40 for controlling the launch device D42. In this embodiment, the game ball rental device R is provided as a separate body and is adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball rental device R may be integrated with the game machine. The control and management control of a recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be performed in an integrated manner.

  Next, the sub-control board S is connected to an effect display device SG for displaying a decorative symbol, a notice effect, and the like, a speaker D24, a game effect lamp D26, and a sub-input button SB. In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub-control unit SS are provided in the sub-control board S, and the control of the sound output from the speaker D24 by the sub-main control unit SM and the game effect ( (Decoration) The lighting control of the lamp D26, the control of determining the display content to be displayed on the effect display device SG, and the display control of the effect based on the operation of the sub-input button SB are performed, and the sub-sub-controller SS controls the effect display device SG. Is configured to be performed. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S. However, the present invention is not limited to this. However, there is an advantage in that the structure is integrated such that space merits and a situation in which noise is mixed into wiring and the like can be reduced). Also, the work sharing between the two control units can be appropriately changed, for example, such that the sound control is executed by the sub-sub-control unit SS (preferably when a sound control circuit is integrated with the VDP). Further, an electronic value may be provided without providing a physical prize ball as the prize ball. Here, the effect controlled by the sub-main control unit SM includes the variation of the decoration symbol in a form synchronized with the variation of the first main game symbol and the variation of the second main game symbol in the game result. It relates to the display of only information that does not affect.

  Next, the game-related electric members will be described. As shown in the drawing, in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, as the game-related electric members, a first main game-related electric member A, which is a game-related electric member on the first main game side, and a second main game-side electric member. A second main game-related electric member B, which is a game-related electric member, and first and second main game common electric members C, which are game-related electric members shared by the first main game side and the second main game side. And an auxiliary game-related electric member H, which is a game-related electric member on the auxiliary game side. The main control board M electrically connects the first main game-related electric member A, the second main game-related electric member B, the first and second main game common electric members C, and the auxiliary game-related electric members H to each other. Connected. The main control board M transmits control signals and drive signals to the first main game-related electric member A, the second main game-related electric member B, the first and second main game common electric members C, and the auxiliary game-related electric members H. Sensor signals that output various signals and are output from the first main game-related electric member A, the second main game-related electric member B, the first and second main game common electric members C, and the auxiliary game-related electric members H For example, various signals are input to the main control board M. Hereinafter, these game-related electric members will be described in order.

First, the first main game-related electric member A is an electric member related to the first main game. For example, as an electric member of the first main game-related electric member A, a ball entering the first main game symbol display device A20 or the first main game start port A10 capable of displaying stop and change of the first main game symbol. Main game start opening ball detection device A11s and the like which can detect the game. The main control board M outputs a control signal to the first main game symbol display device A20. Further, the detection signal output from the first main game start opening ball detection device A11s is input to the main control board M.

  Next, the second main game-related electric member B is an electric member related to the second main game. For example, as an electric member of the second main game-related electric member B, a ball is entered into the second main game symbol display device B20 or the second main game start port B10 capable of stopping and changing the second main game symbol. Main game start opening ball detection device B11s, etc., which can detect the game start. The main control board M outputs a control signal to the second main game symbol display device B20. Further, the detection signal output from the second main game start opening ball detection device B11s is input to the main control board M.

  Next, the first and second main game shared electric members C are electric members related to both the first main game and the second main game. For example, as the first and second main game sharing electric members C, the first big winning opening C10 of the first big winning opening electric accessory solenoid C13 (not shown) and the second big winning opening C20 of the second big winning opening. There is a mouth-powered accessory solenoid C23 (not shown) and the like. In addition, as the first and second main game shared electric members C, a first large winning opening winning detection device C11s, which is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the first large winning opening C10, and a second large winning opening. There is also a second special winning opening winning detection device C21s, which is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into C20. The main control board M outputs a drive signal to the first special winning opening electric accessory solenoid C13 and the second special winning opening electric accessory solenoid C23. The sensor signals output from the first special winning opening winning detection device C11s and the second special winning opening winning detection device C21s are input to the main control board M.

  Next, the auxiliary game-related electric member H is an electric member related to the auxiliary game. For example, as the auxiliary game-related electric member H, a solenoid (not shown) for driving a second main game start port electric accessory B11d provided in the second main game start port B10, a stop display and fluctuation of the auxiliary game symbol There are an auxiliary game symbol display device H20 capable of displaying and an auxiliary game starting port entrance detecting device H11s capable of detecting a ball entering the auxiliary game starting port H10. The main control board M outputs a drive signal to a solenoid that drives the second main game start port electric accessory B11d, or outputs a control signal to the auxiliary game symbol display device H20. Further, the detection signal output from the auxiliary game start opening ball detection device H11s is input to the main control board M.

  The electric members of the first main game symbol display device A20, the electric members of the second main game symbol display device B20, and the electric members of the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are connected to the main control board M so that information can be transmitted. . Further, the electric members constituting the effect display device SG are connected to the sub main control unit SM so as to be able to transmit information. That is, the first main game symbol display device A20, the second main game symbol display device B20, and the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 are controlled by the main control board M, and the effect display device SG is controlled by the sub main control unit SM. Means that Note that another game peripheral device may be controlled via another control board controlled by the one-way communication (one-way communication) with the main control board M.

  Next, FIG. 4 is a main flowchart showing a flow of a general process performed by the main control board M. After the power of the gaming machine is turned on, the processing of FIG. That is, after turning on the power of the gaming machine and performing initialization (not shown), in step 1002, the main control board M checks the input port of the RAM clear button, and resets the reset button (RAM clear) of the power supply unit E. Button) has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of intentionally clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed by the administrator of the game arcade or the like. If Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board M clears all RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means MB) on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the main control board M transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub main control unit SM side (may be transmitted at the timing). At this timing, a command may be set and transmitted in a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, in step 1008, the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power failure and the RAM stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information available). Next, in step 1010, the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are abnormal (whether or not the information at the time of power failure is not backed up in the RAM accurately) based on the check result. If Yes in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 1004 (RAM clearing process described above). On the other hand, if No in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in step 1012, the main control board M The information command is acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM (the command may be transmitted at the timing, or the command may be set at the timing and a control command described later may be set. Transmission may be performed by transmission processing), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the main control board M is triggered by a periodic interruption (for example, a hardware interrupt about every 1.5 ms) related to the main processing on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is assumed to be T). As a result, when the execution-timed interrupt timing has been reached, FIG. 14B is executed. . After step 1018, the main control board M repeatedly executes various random number update processing (for example, increment processing of a random number counter) until the next regular interrupt timing is reached.

  Next, the timer interrupt processing will be described. The main control board M executes the processing of FIG. 6B based on an interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, when the scheduled interruption period T arrives (for example, a hardware interruption every 1.5 ms), in step 1100, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. . Next, in step 1200, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes an electric accessory drive determination process described later. Next, in step 1300, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1400, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1550, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M executes a special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1997, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M causes the prize ball payout control board KH to execute the prize ball payout control processing (drive control of the prize ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning port where the game ball has won. , A process for managing the result, etc.). Next, in step 1998, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes output processing of an external signal (output of information to an external terminal board, a hall computer HC, and the like). Next, in step 1999, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub-main control unit side), and immediately before the execution of this interrupt process. The process returns to the executed process.

  Next, the NMI interrupt processing will be described. As described above, the main control board M is configured so that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the processing of FIG. Is done. That is, when the power of the gaming machine is turned off (in this example, at the time of an NMI interrupt), in step 1020, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M sets power-off time information (for example, a checksum) based on information in the RAM area. . Next, in step 1022, the CPU C100 of the main control board M prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to a power-off wait loop processing.

  Next, FIG. 5 is a flowchart of the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not a game ball has entered (flowed in, or passed in the case of a gate) the auxiliary game starting port H10. If Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). If Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the CPUC100 of the main control board M acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1108, the CPU C100 of the main control board M adds 1 to the reserved ball together with information on the number of the reserved ball and sets the random number, and then performs the next process (the process of step 1200). Move to It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1102 and step 1104, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing of step 1200).

  Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the electric accessory opening flag is off. If Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not there is a reserved ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the CPUC100 of the main control board M acquires the game state of the auxiliary game side (the flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag) and the acquired game state of the auxiliary game side and the relevant game state. A stop symbol is determined based on the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on, a winning symbol is selected with a higher probability than when it is off) and temporarily stored. .

  Here, the right side of the figure is an example of an auxiliary game stop symbol determination lottery table. As shown in the table, in this example, the stop symbol is “D0, D1”, the stop symbol that becomes the hit symbol is “D1”, and is released due to the stop. The opening mode of the electric accessory (the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d) is “open for 0.2 seconds → closed” in the non-time-saving gaming state (auxiliary game short time flag off). In the time reduction game state (auxiliary game time reduction flag ON), the open mode is “open for 1 second → close for 1 second → open for 1 second → close for 1 second → open for 1 second → close”. In the non-time reduction game state (when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is off), the stop symbol is likely to be a lost symbol "D0", and in the time reduction game state (when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on). The stop symbol has a different winning / decision lottery table for the auxiliary game depending on the game state so that the hit symbol easily becomes the hit symbol "D1" (whether or not the auxiliary game certainty changing function is activated).

  Next, in step 1218, the CPU C100 of the main control board M, based on the game state on the auxiliary game side (the flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag), sets the timer for the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation management to the predetermined time related to the fluctuation time of the auxiliary game symbol. A time (for example, 1 second when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on, and 10 seconds when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is off) is set. Then, in step 1220, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns on the flag during auxiliary game symbol change. Next, in step 1222, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M updates the temporarily stored hold information after subtracting 1 from the reserved ball relating to the auxiliary game symbol, and the CPU C100 of the main control board M After the symbol fluctuation management timer is started, the fluctuation display of the auxiliary game symbol is started on the auxiliary game symbol display section H21g.

  Next, in step 1224, the CPU C100 of the main control board M refers to the auxiliary game symbol change management timer to determine whether or not a predetermined time relating to the change time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the CPUC100 of the main control board M acquires the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and displays the acquired stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol on the auxiliary game symbol display section H21g. I do. Then, in step 1228, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns off the flag during the change of the auxiliary game symbol. Next, in step 1230, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “hit” (D1 in this example). In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M opens based on the winning symbol on the auxiliary game side (for example, in the case of the winning symbol “D1”, it is opened for 0.2 seconds → closed. Is determined, and a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening / closing time) of the electric accessory is set in the second main game starting port electric accessory opening timer. Next, in Step 1234, the CPUC100 of the main control board M turns on the electric accessory opening flag. Then, in Step 1236, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M opens the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d, and proceeds to Step 1238. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1202, the process proceeds to step 1238.

  Next, in step 1238, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the second main game starting port electric accessory opening timer to determine whether or not a predetermined time relating to the opening time of the electric accessory has been reached. . In the case of Yes in step 1238, in steps 1240 and 1242, the CPUC100 of the main control board M closes the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d, turns off the electric accessory opening flag, and executes the next process. Then, the processing shifts to (processing of step 1300).

  If the answer is No in Step 1204, the process proceeds to Step 1224. If the result is No in Steps 1206, 1224, 1230, and 1238, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in Step 1300).

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

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of a main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the first main game start port entry information has been received from the first main game start port entry detection device A11s. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the main game (particularly, the first main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, four). If Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the CPUC100 of the main control board M acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, a winning / rejecting random number for determining whether or not to win, a symbol random number for determining a winning symbol, and a variation pattern (variation time) of a special symbol are determined. The three random numbers of the variation random number random numbers for obtaining the random numbers are obtained. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated by random number generating means having different update periods and random number ranges, respectively, and are acquired sequentially at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the CPU C100 of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the obtained first main game content determination random number. Next, in step 1310, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is off. If Yes in step 1310, in step 1312, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether the main game time reduction flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines in advance the winning / failing result and the stop symbol related to the stored on the basis of the holding information (winning / winning random number and symbol determination random number). Next, in step 1316, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a command relating to the new suspension result / non-result result and the pre-determination result of the stop symbol information in the command transmission buffer for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command sending process in step 1999), and the flow shifts to step 1318.

  Next, in step 1318, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M, based on the hold information (variation mode determination random number), stores the stored fluctuation mode random number delimiter information and the fluctuation mode group (non-time-saving fluctuation mode group and time saving The change mode group) is determined in advance (for the change mode random number delimiter information and the change mode group, refer to the main game table 3 in FIG. 11), and the process proceeds to step 1320. In this embodiment, one variation mode group is configured to include a plurality of types of variation modes (variation times). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1310 or step 1312, the processing shifts to step 1320. Next, in step 1320, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sends a command related to the occurrence of a new hold (a command to generate a hold of the first main game content determination random number, a command to change the random number random number information, etc.) to the sub-main control. The command is set in the command transmission buffer for transmission to the unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999), and the process proceeds to step 1322. When the symbol information is configured to be transmitted to the sub-control board S side as in the present embodiment, an effect indicating a big hit may be executed as the effect executed on the sub-control board S side. In this case, it is desirable that the stop symbol of the main game symbol to be the big hit be notified to the player (the stop symbol is notified only when the stop symbol of the main game symbol becomes the big hit). Also, in the case of No in step 1302 or step 1304, the process proceeds to step 1322. Note that the first main game content determination random number is temporarily stored in step 1308. The processing relating to the first main game content determination random number will be described in detail. (1) Entering the first main game start port A10 As an opportunity, the first main game content determination random number is acquired, and the random number is stored in the register. (2) The first main game content determination random number stored in the register is stored in the RAM of the main control board M, and the change of the main game symbol is started based on the first main game content determination random number stored in the register. Perform a prefetch lottery in front. (3) At the start of the change of the main game symbol, the first main game content determination random number stored in the RAM of the main control board M is stored in the register, and based on the first main game content determination random number stored in the register. (Or may determine whether or not it is based on the first main game content determination random number stored in the RAM of the main control board M). When the second main game side is configured to be able to execute the prefetch lottery, the same processing may be executed for the second main game content determination random number.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the main game content determination random number (the first main game content determination random number or the second main game content determination random number) is obtained (or when a hold occurs), the variation mode random number division information and the variation mode group Is determined.

  The main game content determination random number information, the pass / fail random number segment information, the variation mode random number segment information, and the variation mode group information may be transmitted to the sub control board S at the timing when the suspension occurs. The information to be transmitted to the sub control board S side is not limited to this, and information relating to the stop symbol of the main game symbol, information relating to the profit mode of the main game symbol which becomes a big hit (special information regarding the main game symbol to be stopped) The number of rounds of the game, etc.), the number of holds immediately after the winning of the hold (only the number of holds on the winning side of the first main game side or the second main game side, both the first main game side and the second main game side) May be transmitted. The random number delimiter information may be a game state of each of the first main game side (second main game side) and a random number value. (Or random value range) and the result of the lottery It is one of the random number division information divided into groups, for example, even if it is in the probability fluctuation game state or in the non-probability fluctuation game state, it is lost, in the probability fluctuation game state or in the non-probability fluctuation game state If the game state is a probability-variable game state, it is a win, but if the game state is a non-probability-variable game state, a grouping such as losing can be given.

  Next, in step 1322, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the second main game start port entry information has been received from the second main game start port entry detection device B11s. If Yes in step 1322, in step 1324, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the main game (particularly, the second main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1324, in step 1326, the CPUC100 of the main control board M acquires the second main game content determination random number. In this embodiment, as the second main game content determining random number, three random numbers of a winning / rejecting random number, a symbol random number, and a variation mode random number are acquired in the same manner as in the first main game symbol determining means. Incidentally, 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 / rejecting random number for the first main game and the winning / rejecting random number for the second main game) Acquisition range) is set to the same. Next, in step 1328, the CPU C100 of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the obtained second main game content determination random number. Next, in step 1340, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sends a command for transmitting a new hold generation command (such as a hold generation command of the second main game content determination random number) to the sub main control unit SM. It is set in the trust buffer (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process of step 1999), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1400). Also, in the case of No in step 1322 or step 1324, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1400). Here, the advance determination is not performed when the ball enters the second main game start port, but the advance determination may be performed similarly to the case where the ball enters the first main game start port A10. Further, the preliminary determination at the second main game start port B10 may be possible only during the execution of the special game (special game execution flag ON) or during the main game time reduction (main game time reduction flag ON).

  In step 1308 and step 1328, the storage of the first main game content determination random number and the storage of the second main game content determination random number are executed, but the main game content determination random number is stored in the storage area of the RAM of the main control board M. When storing a random number, a dedicated storage area is secured, and only information relating to the “main game content determining random number” is stored in a byte storing information relating to the main game content determining random number (various types). It is preferable that other information such as a timer value is not stored. (When another data stored in the same one byte is operated, information related to the main game content determination random number is rewritten due to noise or the like.) To prevent it from happening). In addition, regarding the winning / rejecting random number, a change in the game state (before the game state related to the hold already recorded) is obtained from the acquisition of the winning / rejecting random number to the execution of the winning / rejecting random number related to the random number. In addition to the change, there is a possibility that a change in the game state may occur due to the newly generated hold, and the game state at the time of executing the random lottery according to the random number is unpredictable.) Is executed, the random number is stored.

  Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display processing according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the CPU C100 of the main control board M checks whether or not there is no second main game symbol hold. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and executes the following process {steps 1400 (1) and (2) Move to｝. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the CPUC100 of the main control board M executes a second main game symbol display process described later, and executes the following process {step 1400 (1), (2) Processing shifts to (2).

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when there is a reserved ball of the second main game symbol, regardless of the existence of the reserved ball of the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the reservation of the first main game symbol) Is configured to be executed with priority given to holding the second main game symbol. However, the present invention is not limited to this. It may be configured to execute a parallel lottery in which lotteries are randomly selected.)

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. In addition, since this process is substantially the same process on the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol side, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the process on the second main game symbol side will be described. Use parentheses. First, in step 1403, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the change start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is a condition that the special game is not being performed (or the condition device is operating), the main game symbol is not being changed, and the main game symbol is on hold. Although not shown in the present example, when a fixed variation time (time for stopping and displaying the fixed display symbol after the main game symbol is confirmed) is provided, the variation start condition of the next variation is provided during the fixed variation time. May not be satisfied.

  In the case of Yes in step 1403, in steps 1405 and 1406, the CPUC100 of the main control board M temporarily stores the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) related to the current symbol variation. Is read out, deleted from the suspension information, and the temporarily stored remaining information is shifted (reservation digestion processing). Next, in step 1410-1, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the first main game winning / reflecting lottery table (second main game winning / reflecting lottery table) corresponding to each game state, and the first main game content. Based on the determined random number (the second main game content determining random number) (especially, a winning random number), the main game symbol winning / rejecting lottery is executed.

  Here, FIG. 10 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game hit / fail lottery table (second main game hit / fail lottery table). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability varying gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-probability varying gaming state. It should be noted that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this.

  Next, in step 1410-2, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the first main game symbol determination lottery table (second main game symbol determination lottery table), Based on the main game content determining random number (second main game content determining random number) (especially, symbol lottery random number), stop symbols related to the main game symbol are determined, and these are temporarily stored.

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

  Next, in step 1412, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the first main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table (second main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table) corresponding to each game state, and sets the main game symbol. Based on the result of the lottery and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number), the variation mode of the main game symbol is determined, and these are determined in the RAM area of the main control board M. To be stored temporarily.

  Here, the main game table 3 shown in FIGS. 11 and 12 is an example of a first main game variation mode determination lottery table (a second main game variation mode determination lottery table). As shown in the drawing, in the present embodiment, a configuration in which a variation mode (variation time) of a main game symbol with respect to a certain random number value can be determined based on a result of winning or losing a lottery of the main game symbol and a main game time reduction flag state. Have been. For example, when the winning or losing result of the main game symbol is a hit with respect to a certain random number value, the fluctuation mode in which the fluctuation time is relatively long is likely to be determined, and the main game time reduction flag is on (the time reduction game). The state) is configured so that a fluctuation mode in which the fluctuation time is relatively short is easily determined. This example is merely an example, and there is no limitation on the type of variation mode (variation time), the selectivity, and the like. Further, the symbol change time on the first main game side in the time reduction game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long. {Symbol change on the second main game side} Is executed so that it is advantageous for the player, the symbol fluctuation efficiency of the first main game side is reduced, so that the second main game side is likely to be held (which is advantageous for the player). This is particularly effective when the starting port of the first main game side and the starting port of the second main game side cannot be distinguished from each other in order to construct a situation. In FIG. 11, the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group are provided even in a situation (game state or the like) in which the variation mode random number delimiter information and the information related to the variation mode group are not transmitted to the sub-control board S side. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group may be provided only in the situation of transmission to the sub-control board S side. Here, in the present embodiment, it is possible to execute a pseudo-continuous variation that makes it appear as if the decorative symbol fluctuates a plurality of times during a single variation display of the main game symbol. As an example, as shown in the outline of the effect execution contents in the figure, when the variation mode of the main game symbol controlled on the main control board M side is a2, one variation time of the main game symbol , The decorative symbol controlled by the sub-control board S changes two times: the change A: the change of the loss (5 seconds) and the change B: the change of the loss (5 seconds). Is configured to appear to fluctuate multiple times to the user. Further, when the variation mode is a1, the variation B is a variation of a loss (5 seconds), and is a variation mode in which the decorative symbol fluctuates only once in one fluctuation time of the main game symbol. In addition, the variation mode a1 at the time of the loss at the time of the non-time shortening game is a variation mode that can be selected only when the number of holdings is two to three, and is a variation mode that is not selected when the number of reservations is zero to one. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation mode a1 may be selected regardless of the number of reservations. However, the variation mode a1 may be more easily selected when the number of reservations is 2 to 3 than when it is 0 to 1. .

  Next, at step 1414, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M temporarily stores the command (stop symbol information, the attribute information of the stop symbol, the variation mode information, etc.) relating to the main game symbol and the command relating to the current game state ( The symbol variation display start instruction command) is set in a command transmission buffer for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999). Next, in step 1415, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined time relating to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol in the first and second main game symbol fluctuation management timers. Next, in step 1416, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets the first main game symbol display unit A21g (the second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (the second main game symbol display device B20). B21g), the fluctuation display of the main game symbol is started according to the fluctuation mode temporarily stored. Next, in step 1417, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns on the fluctuating flag, and proceeds to step 1420.

  On the other hand, if No in step 1403, in step 1419, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the changing flag is on. If Yes in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420, and if No in step 1419, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1550).

  Next, in step 1420, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not a predetermined time relating to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the CPUC100 of the main control board M transmits a command for transmitting the information (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the effect that the symbol variation is ended to the sub main control unit SM side. It is set in the buffer (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission processing in step 1999). Next, in step 1423, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets the first main game symbol display unit A21g (the second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (the second main game symbol display device B20). B21g) stops the fluctuation display of the main game symbol, and controls the display of the temporarily stored stop symbol as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1424, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns off the in-flight flag.

  Next, in step 1430, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a big hit symbol. If Yes in step 1430, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the condition device operation flag in step 1440, and proceeds to step 1500. On the other hand, if No in step 1430, the process moves to step 1500.

  Next, in step 1500, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1550). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1420, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1550).

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the CPU C100 of the main control board M refers to the probability change counter and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the CPU C100 of the main control board M decrements the counter value of the probability change counter by one (decrement). Next, in step 1506, the CPU C100 of the main control board M refers to the probability change counter and determines whether or not the counter value is 0. If Yes in step 1506, in step 1508, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns off the main game probability change flag, and proceeds to step 1510. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1502 or step 1506, the processing shifts to step 1510.

  Next, in step 1510, the CPU C100 of the main control board M refers to the time reduction counter and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1510, in step 1512, the CPU C100 of the main control board M decrements the counter value of the time reduction counter by one (decrement). Next, in step 1514, the CPU C100 of the main control board M refers to the time reduction counter and determines whether or not the counter value is 0. If Yes in step 1514, in step 1516, the CPUC100 of the main control board M turns off the main game time reduction flag. Next, in step 1518, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns off the auxiliary game time reduction flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1550). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1510 or step 1514, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing of step 1550).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the special game operation condition determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. First, in step 1552, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. If Yes in step 1552, in step 1554, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns off the specific game flags (main game probability change flag / main game time reduction flag / auxiliary game time reduction flag). Next, in step 1556, the CPU C100 of the main control board M clears the value of the probability change counter. Next, in step 1558, the CPU C100 of the main control board M clears the value of the time saving counter. Next, in step 1564, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns on the special game transfer permission flag. Next, in step 1566, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns off the condition device operation flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1600). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1552, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1600).

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of a special game control process according to a subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game transfer permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in steps 1604 and 1606, the CPUC100 of the main control board M turns off the special game transfer permission flag and turns on the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1607, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets an initial value (1 in this example) to the round number counter. Next, in step 1608, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start a special game in a command transmission buffer 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 proceeds to step 1612.

  On the other hand, if No in step 1602, in step 1610, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. Then, in the case of Yes at step 1610, the process moves to step 1612. If the determination in step 1610 is No, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines that the permission for the special game has not been granted, and proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1997).

  Next, at step 1612, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, in other words, whether or not it is immediately before the start of each round. In the case of Yes in step 1612, that is, immediately before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M determines the open pattern in the current round (for example, Pattern to be performed) is set. Next, in step 1616, the CPU C100 of the main control board M clears the counter value of the winning ball counter to zero. Next, in step 1618, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1620, the CPU C100 of the main control board M drives the first special winning opening electric accessory C11d (or the second special winning opening electric bonus item C21d) to drive the first special winning opening C10 (or the second special winning opening C10). The special winning opening C20) is opened, a special game timer (particularly, an opening time timer) is set for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds), and the process is started. On the other hand, if No in step 1612, that is, if the first special winning opening C10 (or the second special winning opening C20) is being opened, the process proceeds to step 1622 without performing the processing of steps 1614 to 1620.

  Next, in step 1622, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M transmits a game state command (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning game balls, etc.) relating to the current special game to the sub main control unit SM. (Transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). Next, in step 1624, the CPU C100 of the main control board M refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter, and stores a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls) in the first winning port C10 (or the second winning port C20) in the round. ) Is determined. In the case of Yes at step 1624, the process moves to step 1628. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1624, in step 1626, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the special game timer (particularly, the opening time timer) and sets a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to the opening of the special winning opening. It is determined whether or not it has elapsed. Also in the case of Yes in step 1626, the process moves to step 1628. If the determination in step 1626 is No, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1997).

  Next, in step 1628, the CPU C100 of the main control board M stops driving the first special winning opening electric accessory C11d (or the second special winning opening electric auditorium C21d) and stops the first special winning opening C10 (or The second winning opening C20) is closed. Next, in step 1630, the CPU C100 of the main control board M resets the special game timer (especially the open time timer). Next, in step 1632, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns off the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1633, the CPU C100 of the main control board M adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter. Next, in step 1634, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the final round has been completed (for example, whether or not the counter value of the round number counter has exceeded the maximum number of rounds). If Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns off the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1638, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets information (special game end display instruction command) for ending the special game in a command transmission buffer for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1999). Then, in step 1650, CPUC 100 of main control board M executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and shifts to the next process (the process of step 1997). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1634, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1997).

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game, according to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined number of times (181 times in this example) in the probability change counter. Next, in step 1654, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns on the main game probability change flag. Next, in step 1656, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined number of times (181 times in this example) in the time saving counter. Next, in step 1658, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns on the main game time reduction flag. Next, in step 1660, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns on the auxiliary game time reduction flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1997). In the present embodiment, when the game is shifted to the probability fluctuation game state after the end of the special game, the symbol change of a predetermined number of times (181 in this example) is ended after the end of the special game. Although it is configured to end the probability fluctuation gaming state by this, it is not limited to this, it is determined whether or not to transition to the probability fluctuation gaming state after the end of the special game, by the big hit symbol that triggered the special game, When shifting to the probability variation game state, the probability variation game state may be configured to continue until the next big hit is won (by setting 10000 times to the probability variation counter and the time reduction counter, substantially, It may be configured such that the probability varying game state continues until the next big hit win). In addition, in the case of such a configuration, with respect to the big hit symbol on the first main game side, a big hit symbol that shifts to the probability fluctuation game state after the end of the special game and a big hit symbol that does not shift to the probability fluctuation game state after the end of the special game. The selection ratio may be set to 65:35, and if the game does not shift to the probability variation game state after the end of the special game, the time-saving counter may be set to 100 times.

  Next, a control process executed on the sub main control unit SM side will be described with reference to FIGS. First, FIG. 17 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly, the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process in FIG. 4D is a process on the sub main control unit SM side that is executed after resetting when the power to the gaming machine is turned on or the like. That is, when power is supplied to the gaming machine, in step 2002, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes an initial process based on information received from the main control board M side (the main control board M side) (for example, When the RAM clear information is received → Initialize the sub-side RAM, when various information commands are received → Reset the effect-related information at the time of power failure in the sub-side RAM). Next, in step 2003, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S deletes, from the temporarily stored information relating to the hold, information indicating that the hold is a trigger hold (hold in which the prefetch lottery has been won) to be described later (the trigger hold is performed). If there is no hold having information indicating that the hold is present in the hold, the process proceeds to the next process without executing this process), and the hold display mode and the change suggestion display are all displayed in “white” ( The processing related to the prefetch effect described later is reset). Note that the processing at the time of the power interruption is not limited to this. Even after the power interruption is restored, the information indicating that the trigger is on hold, the information on the hold display mode, and the state of the display mode of the change suggestion display are deleted. Instead, various effects such as a pre-reading effect may be continued. In the case of such a configuration, for example, a save area capable of maintaining information even during a power cut is provided on the sub side, and when a power cut occurs, information relating to the effect is backed up in the save area, and power recovery is performed. It may be configured to restore the information that has been backed up at times. In addition, at the time of recovery from power interruption, at the start of fluctuation, at the time of fluctuation stop, and at the time of suspension (also regarding the suspension other than the newly generated suspension), the information on the contents of the suspension and the fluctuation suggestion display from the main control board M side is transmitted. It may be configured to receive again. Although not particularly shown in this example, when the power is restored, only the information related to the number of holdings is transmitted from the main control board M side (to the contents of the holding). Such information is not transmitted). For this reason, since the information on the hold that existed at the time of the power failure does not exist after the power failure is restored, the pre-reading effect cannot be executed for the suspension (the main control board M at the time of the power failure recovery). It may be configured to receive the information related to the hold from the side, and to perform the prefetching effect on the hold.) If a power failure occurs during the change of the decorative pattern, and if there is no function to maintain the information at the time of the power failure, the power supply may be used until the end command of the variation is received from the main control board M side. During that time, a dark screen (for example, a screen displaying “under preparation”) is displayed. Thereafter, the process proceeds to a loop process of repeatedly executing (f), which is a repetition process routine of the sub-main control unit SM. Here, when (f) is executed, as shown in the process of (f) in the figure, first, in step 2400, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a hold information management process described later. Next, in step 2500, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a prefetch pending change control process described later. Next, in step 2600, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a prefetch zone entry process described later. Next, in step 2700, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 2800, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2900, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a special game-related display control process described later. Next, in step 2999, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes display command transmission control processing (transmits the commands set in these series of subroutines to the sub-sub-control unit SS side), and terminates this repetition processing routine. I do.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit SM adopts a mode in which the sub-main side routine (S2400 to S2999) is loop-processed after reset. The process of FIG. 3E is an interrupt process of the sub main control unit SM, and a signal from the STB signal line on the main control board M is transmitted to one terminal of the CPU of the sub main control unit SM (NMI in this example). (E) is a processing flow in the case where the terminal is connected to the terminal (e). 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 sends a command input port ( Check the above-mentioned data signal line input port). Then, in step 2006, the sub-main control unit SM temporarily stores the command transmitted from the main control board M side in the RAM of the sub-main control unit SM based on the confirmation result, and executes the command immediately before this interrupt processing. It returns to the processing that was performed.

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a command related to the occurrence of a new hold (hold information related to the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol) has been received from the main control board M side. Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the drawing hold counter (in the present example, up to four for the first main game and up to four for the second main game) to “ 1 "is added. Next, in step 2406, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S transmits the command related to the new suspension result / non-permission result and the stop symbol information transmitted from the main control board M side to the design-holding information temporary storage area (the sub-control board S). (The area for temporarily storing the information related to the suspension on the side). Next, in step 2408, the CPUSC of the sub control board S mounts the hold information (particularly, the change mode group, the change mode random number separation information, etc.) based on the hold generation command transmitted from the main control board M side. It is temporarily stored in the figure hold information temporary storage area. If the main control board M does not transmit the information on the success / failure result, the stop symbol, the variation mode group, and the variation mode random number delimiter information, the information is stored in step 2406 or 2408. It is not temporarily stored in the temporary storage area. Next, in step 2409-1, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the new hold is a hold of the first main game side. If Yes in step 2409-1, in step 2150, the CPUSC of the sub control board S executes a first main game prefetch determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2410. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2409-1, in step 2409-2, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the hold change effect execution flag to OFF or the prefetch zone if the prefetch effect is being executed on the first main game side. The effect execution flag is turned off, all the hold display images are turned white, and the look-ahead zone effect background is returned to the normal background. Next, in step 2410, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the information indicating that the new hold is a trigger hold (added in the process of step 2172), in other words, It is determined whether the new hold is a trigger hold. In the present embodiment, the information that the trigger is suspended is added to the suspension winning in the prefetch lottery. In the case of Yes in step 2410, in step 2250, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a prefetch pending content determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2420. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2410, the process shifts to step 2420.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2402, in step 2411, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a symbol variation display start instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. If Yes in step 2411, in step 2412, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S subtracts “1” from the drawing suspension counter. Next, in step 2414, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S temporarily stores the hold information (particularly the pass / fail result, the stop symbol information, the change mode group, and the change mode random number delimiter information) related to the symbol change. The remaining information is shifted while deleting from the area. Next, in step 2415, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S displays the change suggestion display in a display mode similar to the display mode immediately before the digestion of the held reservation (the display mode of the digested hold is changed to The display is shifted and displayed as the change suggestion display). Note that the change suggestion display may be referred to as the change suggestion image. In addition, the display mode immediately before the digestion of the digested suspension is blue, and then the reservation is digested, and when the variation suggestion display related to the digested suspension is displayed, the display mode of the variation suggestion display is displayed in red. For example, the display mode of the suspension immediately before the digestion may be different from the display mode of the change suggestion display after the digestion. In such a configuration, it is preferable to configure the display mode of the change suggestion display after the suspension digestion is higher than the display mode of the suspension suggestion immediately before the digestion, with a higher expectation of a big hit. . Note that the display mode of the hold and the change suggestion display is “white → blinking white → blue → red → rainbow” from the one with the lower jackpot expectation. Next, in step 2416, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 2420. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2411, the processing shifts to step 2420.

  Next, in step 2420, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S displays on the effect display device SG (especially, the first hold display section SG12 and the second hold display section SG13) the same number of hold display lamps as the number of the circuit diagram hold counter. Is determined (the suspension display mode becomes white when the suspension display mode does not change), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2500).

  The image diagram of the change suggestion display and the hold display image shows a display area of the change suggestion display and the hold display image on the effect display device SG. Specifically, the change suggestion display that can foresee the jackpot expectation corresponding to the currently executing symbol change in the area A is displayed, and the hold display image that can foresee the jackpot expectation corresponding to the unreserved hold in the area B. Is displayed. The display mode of the change suggestion display is displayed larger than the hold display image, but may be displayed in the same size. In addition, a configuration that does not display the change suggestion display and the hold display mode on the effect display device SG, a configuration that displays and does not display the change suggestion display and the hold display mode based on the game state, Based on the state, a case where only the change suggestion display or the hold display mode according to the first main game side is displayed, and a case where only the change suggestion display or the hold display mode according to the second main game side is displayed, A configuration having the same is also assumed. Further, even when the effect display device SG is provided, a configuration in which the change suggestion display or the hold display mode is not displayed on the effect display device SG is also assumed. In this case, an effect display device (for example, LED) different from the effect display device SG may be separately provided, and further, an effect display device different from the effect display device SG (referred to as a second effect display device or a sub liquid crystal). It is also possible to display the change suspension display and the suspension display image.

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the first main game prefetch determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2150 in FIG. Note that, as described later, the processing of steps 2154 to 2158 is processing relating to prohibition conditions of the prefetch lottery, and the processing of steps 2160 to 2172 is processing relating to prefetch lottery.

  First, in step 2154, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the time reduction game is in progress. In the case of Yes in step 2154, in step 2156, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not there is a trigger hold in the remaining hold. In the case of Yes in step 2156, in step 2158, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not there is a hold before the new hold (a newly generated hold that triggered the execution of this process) that will be a big hit. Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 2158, in step 2160, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the new hold is a big hit hold. If Yes in step 2160, in step 2162, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a prefetch lottery in which the winning is performed with a predetermined probability (for example, ３), and proceeds to the processing in step 2170. If No in step 2160 (that is, suspension causing loss), in step 2164, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S performs the long-term fluctuation regardless of the new fluctuation state group of group 3 保留 the number of suspensions ( Super reach effect) is determined. If Yes in step 2164, in step 2166, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a prefetch lottery in which the winning is performed with a predetermined probability (for example, 1/10), and proceeds to the processing in step 2170. In the case of No in step 2164, [= the new hold is group 1 {short-term variation (no reach effect) is determined regardless of the number of holds] or group 2} medium-time variation (normal reach effect) regardless of the number of holds In the case of｝ to be determined], in step 2168, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a prefetch lottery to win with a predetermined probability (for example, 1/50), and proceeds to the processing of step 2170. Next, in step 2170, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the prefetch lottery executed in any one of the processes of step 2162, step 2166, and step 2168 has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2170, in step 2172, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S adds information indicating “trigger hold” to the new hold selected in the prefetch lottery, and performs the next process (step 2410). Processing). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2154, step 2156, step 2158 or step 2170, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing of step 2410). In addition, when the second main game hold (the hold that is consumed prior to the first main game side) exists in the hold, the CPUSC of the sub control board S performs the first main game prefetch determination process. Skip to the next process (the process of step 2410).

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the prefetch pending content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2250 in FIG. First, in step 2252, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a lottery for determining which of the pre-reading effect of the hold change effect and the pre-reading zone effect is to be executed. Specifically, the lottery is performed by “Ratio of selection of pending change production: Ratio of selection of look-ahead zone production = 4: 1”. Note that, in the present embodiment, an example in which one of the hold-change effect and the look-ahead effect is always won (any one of the effects is always executed) is exemplified. However, the present invention is not limited to this. May be executed (both effects are performed simultaneously). Next, in step 2254, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the hold change effect has been won by the lottery executed in the process of step 2252. If Yes in step 2254, in step 2256, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the pending change effect execution flag. Next, in step 2258, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the trigger hold is a hold that results in a big hit. In the case of Yes in step 2258, in step 2260, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S refers to the hold change scenario determination table for the big hit and, based on the number of hold when the trigger hold occurs, the hold change scenario (related to the trigger hold). A series of operations relating to the pending change up to the symbol change) is determined, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2420). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2258, in step 2262, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S refers to the suspension change scenario determination table for the loss and determines the suspension change scenario based on the number of suspensions when the trigger suspension occurs. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2420). Here, with respect to the hold that is consumed before the trigger suspension in steps 2260 and 2262, only the variation B is executed (variation A is omitted) according to the number of reserves at the time of release of the reserve (variation A is omitted). (E.g., a1), but when determining the pending change scenario, the variation mode (e.g., a2) in which the variation A and the variation B are executed for all the reservations that are consumed before the trigger suspension is performed. Determined assuming that it is taken. Further, as will be described later in detail, the hold change scenario is determined assuming that the change A and the change B are also executed in the case of the symbol change that fluctuates when the trigger hold occurs. That is, depending on the timing at which the trigger hold occurs, in the hold change scenario corresponding to the symbol change that fluctuates when the trigger hold occurs, there are cases where the change A and the change B are referred to and where only the change B is referred to. It is configured as follows. If No in step 2254, that is, if the pre-reading zone effect has been won, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the pre-reading zone effect execution flag in step 2264, and proceeds to the next process (the process in step 2420). I do.

  Next, FIG. 21 is a diagram illustrating an example of a pending change scenario determination table and a change A / change B image. In an example of the hold change scenario determination table, a hold change scenario determination table (at the time of a big hit) which is referred to when the trigger hold at the time when the fourth hold occurs is a big hit hold, and the fourth hold occurs. The hold change scenario determination table (at the time of a loss) referred to when the trigger hold at the time of performing a hold is a loss will be described in detail. The items of “variation A at the time of occurrence” and “variation B at the time of occurrence” are the hold display mode at the time of trigger hold occurrence. If the change at the time of hold occurrence is change A, the hold display mode of “change at the time of occurrence A” is displayed. The suspension display is started, and if the fluctuation at the time of occurrence of the fluctuation is fluctuation B, the suspension display is started in the suspension display mode of “variation B at the time of occurrence”. The items of “3 fluctuation before change A” and “3 fluctuation before change B” are the hold display mode at the end of each symbol change (variation A and fluctuation B) before 3 fluctuations of the symbol fluctuation related to the trigger hold. The items of “2 fluctuation before fluctuation A” and “2 fluctuation before fluctuation B” are the hold display modes at the end of each of the symbol fluctuations (fluctuation A and fluctuation B) two fluctuations before the symbol fluctuation related to the trigger hold. The items “variation A before fluctuation” and “variation B before one fluctuation” are the hold display modes at the end of each symbol fluctuation (fluctuation A and fluctuation B) one fluctuation before the symbol fluctuation related to trigger suspension. Here, as described above, the variation mode related to the symbol variation that fluctuates at the time of occurrence of the trigger hold and the hold that is consumed before the trigger hold (before 3 changes to 1 change before) is the number of holds at the start of the change. Accordingly, both a variation mode (for example, a1) in which only variation B is executed (variation A is omitted) and a variation mode (for example, a2) in which variation A and variation B are executed can be adopted. At the time of occurrence, when the fluctuation is performed in a fluctuation mode in which only the fluctuation B is executed before the three fluctuations, before the two fluctuations, and before the fluctuation, the “variation A at the time of occurrence”, “the fluctuation A before the three fluctuations”, “the two fluctuations” Without displaying in the suspended display mode of the pending change scenario determined as “Previous fluctuation A” and “1 fluctuation before fluctuation A”, “Occurrence fluctuation B”, “3 fluctuation before fluctuation B”, “2 fluctuation before fluctuation B” “ It is displayed only in the suspension display mode of the suspension change scenario determined as “1 before fluctuation B”. In the case of the variation mode in which the variation A and the variation B are executed, the variation A is determined as “variation A at the time of occurrence”, “variation A before the variation 3”, “variation A before the variation 2”, and “variation A before the variation 1”. Display the hold display mode of the held change scenario, and when the change is B, the hold determined as “change B at occurrence”, “change B before change”, “change B before change”, “change B before change” The change scenario is displayed in a suspended display mode. The fluctuation A / variation B image diagram details the fluctuation display of the fluctuation A and the fluctuation B within one fluctuation. In the variation A, after the symbol variation starts, the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped at a lost symbol. At this time, the fluctuation of the decorative design is not completely stopped, but is displayed in a swing fluctuation state. After that, the variation becomes B, and the design variation of the decorative symbol is started again. When the fluctuating time of the decorative symbol elapses, the lost symbol is displayed, and this time, it is completely stopped and displayed, and the one variation ends.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the symbol change relating to the jackpot expectation / trigger hold is executed as the display color of the change suggestion display, the loss suggestion is lost when the display color of the change suggestion display is a predetermined display color. The percentage of pattern fluctuations that are executed / (the percentage of pattern fluctuations that result in big hits + the percentage of pattern fluctuations that result in loss) × 100 (%) are displayed in the order from the lowest display color to “color blinking → blue”. → red ”(similarly for the display color of the hold display image), and during the pre-reading effect, the display of the hold display image or the change suggestion display from the occurrence of the trigger hold to the end of the change related to the trigger hold. When the display color changes, the display color is changed to a display color having a higher jackpot expectation than the current display color. With this configuration, “the display color of the hold display image or the change suggestion display changes = the big hit expectation increases,” so that the player can display the hold display image or the change suggestion during the execution of the pre-reading effect. The game progresses while expecting that the display color changes. Note that, instead of displaying the lost symbol in the variation A, a re-variable symbol (for example, a symbol in which the character “NEXT” is displayed) indicating that the decorative symbol changes again may be displayed. As a decorative pattern to be displayed, such as “123”), a reverse order (“321”, etc.), or a shift pattern (“112”, etc.), a combination of specific decorative patterns having regularity is displayed instead of a lost pattern. It may be.

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the prefetch hold change control process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the pending change effect execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S checks the current state of the change of the decorative symbol. Next, in step 2506, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol that is changing when the trigger hold occurs is being changed (the symbol change that has changed when the trigger hold occurs is determined in step 2506). At the time of execution of the process, it is determined whether or not it is still in a fluctuating state). In the case of Yes in step 2506, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines in step 2508 whether or not the fluctuation is in the fluctuation A. In the case of Yes in step 2508, in step 2510, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the display mode of the hold display image corresponding to the trigger hold as the “change A at the time of occurrence” of the hold change scenario when the trigger hold occurs. It is displayed in the determined hold display mode. Next, in step 2511, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the variation A reference completion flag. In the case of No in step 2508, in step 2512, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the variation A reference flag is on. In the case of Yes in Step 2512, in Step 2513, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the fluctuation starts with the fluctuation B after the fluctuation A ends. In the case of Yes in step 2513, in step 2514, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the display mode of the hold display image corresponding to the trigger hold as “the change B at the time of occurrence” of the hold change scenario after the start of the change B. The display is changed to the determined hold display mode. Next, in step 2515, the CPU SC of the sub-control board S turns off the variation A reference flag. If No in Steps 2512 and 2513, it is determined in Step 2516 whether or not the fluctuation B is being changed. If Yes in step 2516, in step 2518, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the display mode of the hold display image corresponding to the trigger hold as the “change B at the time of occurrence” of the hold change scenario when the trigger hold occurs. Display is made in the determined hold display mode. In the case of No in Step 2506, after the end of Step 2511, Step 2515, and Step 2518, in the case of No in Step 2516, the process proceeds to Step 2520. If the result of step 2502 is No, the process moves to the next process (the process of step 2600).

  Next, in step 2520, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the fluctuation related to the trigger suspension is a fluctuation before one to three fluctuations. If Yes in step 2520, in step 2522, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether the variation mode of the variation is “a1”. In the case of Yes in step 2522, in step 2524, the CPUSC of the sub control board S changes the display mode of the hold display image corresponding to the trigger hold to “(” in the hold change scenario after the start of the change related to the change mode “a1”. (1-3 before change) Change to the suspended display mode determined as change B ". That is, the change to the suspended display mode determined in advance as “(1 to 3 changes before) change A” is skipped. In the case of No at Step 2522, the CPU SC of the sub-control board S determines at Step 2526 whether or not the fluctuation starts at the fluctuation A. In the case of Yes in step 2526, in step 2528, the CPUSC of the sub control board S changes the display mode of the hold display image corresponding to the trigger hold after the start of the change A to “(1-3 before change) in the hold change scenario. ) Change to the suspended display mode determined as “variation A”. In the case of No in Step 2526, in Step 2530, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the fluctuation starts at the fluctuation B. If Yes in step 2530, in step 2532, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S changes the display mode of the hold display image corresponding to the trigger hold after the start of the change B to “(1-3 before change) in the hold change scenario. ) Change to the suspended display mode determined as “variation B”. In the case of No in Step 2520, after the end of Step 2524, Step 2528, and Step 2532, or in the case of No in Step 2530, the process proceeds to Step 2534.

  Next, in step 2534, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the change is related to the trigger suspension. In the case of Yes in step 2534, in step 2536, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the display mode of the last-changed hold display image as the display mode of the change suggestion display. Next, in step 2538, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the hold change effect execution flag, and in step 2540, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S changes the display change flag (the change to the trigger hold change). The flag for determining the change scenario of the change suggestion display is turned on in accordance with the display mode of the suspended display image, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2600). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2534, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2600).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the prefetch zone entry processing according to the subroutine of step 2600 in FIG. First, in step 2602, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the prefetch zone effect execution flag is on. If Yes in step 2602, in step 2604, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S confirms the contents of the hold that is consumed before trigger hold, and in step 2606, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets the It is determined whether or not there is no scheduled change (specific hold) in the change mode of the group 2 or the group 3 in the hold. If Yes in step 2606, in step 2607 the CPUSC of the sub-control board S confirms the fluctuation state of the decorative symbol at the time of the occurrence of the trigger hold, and in step 2608, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S changes the group 1 (For example, a variation mode that does not reach the reach) is determined as to whether or not the variation is being performed. If Yes in step 2608, the background image is displayed as a look-ahead zone effect background image at the timing when the trigger suspension occurs in step 2610. It should be noted that the look-ahead zone effect background image is continuously displayed until a change related to trigger suspension. In the case of No in step 2608 ｛= in the case of fluctuation in a fluctuation mode other than group 1 (for example, in the fluctuation mode in which reach is achieved) or in the case of fluctuation stop, で in step 2611, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S , It is determined whether or not it is changing in a change mode other than the group 1. If Yes in step 2611 (= if the fluctuation is in a fluctuation mode other than group 1 (for example, a fluctuation mode in which reach is achieved)), in step 2612, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S The background image is displayed as a look-ahead zone effect background image (for example, a night background). Also in this case, the look-ahead zone background image is continuously displayed until the change related to the trigger suspension. In the case of No at step 2611 (= while the fluctuation is stopped), at step 2613, the CPUSC of the sub control board S permits the next symbol fluctuation to start when the symbol fluctuation of the main game symbol stops. After a certain period of time during which the symbol is in a stopped state until the end, the background image is displayed as a look-ahead zone effect background image. Also in this case, the look-ahead zone background image is continuously displayed until the change related to the trigger suspension. If No in step 2606, in step 2614, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S displays the background image as the look-ahead zone effect background image after the end of the change relating to the last specific suspension. Also in this case, the look-ahead zone effect background image is continuously displayed until the change related to the trigger hold (the display may be continued until the start timing of the symbol change related to the trigger hold, or the symbol change end timing related to the trigger hold). May be displayed continuously). When the look-ahead zone effect background image is not displayed, a normal background image (eg, daytime background) is displayed (the normal background image is not limited to one, and a plurality of background images may be displayed). It may be configured as follows). After the end of steps 2610, 2612, 2613, and 2614, in step 2616, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the prefetch zone effect execution flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2700). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2602, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2700).

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2700 in FIG. First, in step 2702, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 2702, in step 2704, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol content determination permission flag. Next, in step 2706, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol {for example, the stop symbol of the main game symbol) based on the temporarily stored symbol information (stop symbol / variation mode of the main game symbol). If the symbol is a big hit symbol, it is determined to be a zoro-eye such as "7 / 7.7", and if the symbol is a lost symbol, a ragged eye such as "1.3.5" and a variation mode are determined and the sub-control is performed. It is temporarily stored in the RAM area of the substrate S.

  Next, in step 2300, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S performs an effect content determination process described later. Next, in step 2714, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol content determination flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2800).

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the effect content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2352, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S reads the winning / rejecting lottery result related to the symbol change based on the command received from the main control board M side, and in step 2354, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S It is determined whether or not the symbol change is a symbol change on the first main game side. In the case of Yes in step 2354, in step 2356, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the effect content related to the symbol change based on the winning / wrong lottery result and the change mode of the first main game change (see FIG. 11). In step 2358, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the display change flag is on. If Yes in step 2358, in step 2360, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines the change scenario of the change suggestion display with reference to the display mode of the symbol change suggestion display determined in step 2536. Next, in step 2361, the CPU SC of the sub-control board S turns off the display change flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2714). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2358, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2714). Also, in the case of No in step 2354, in step 2362, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the effect content related to the symbol variation based on the winning / failing lottery result and the variation mode of the second main game variation (see FIG. 12). Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2714).

  Next, FIG. 26 is an example of the change suggestion display change scenario determination table. In the same figure, when the hold display mode of the trigger hold immediately before being digested is blinking white, the change suggestion display change scenario determination table (referred to when the symbol change (change related to the trigger hold) becomes a big hit) ( A big hit) and a change suggestion display change scenario determination table (at the time of a loss) referred to when the symbol change is a loss. The item of “current display color” is a display mode of the change suggestion display corresponding to the trigger hold at the start of the symbol change related to the trigger hold. The item of “fluctuation A” is a display mode of the variation suggestion display displayed when the symbol is varied due to the variation A of the symbol variation (variation related to trigger suspension). The item of “variation B” is a display mode of the variation suggestion display that is displayed at the time of the symbol variation due to the variation B of the symbol variation (variation related to the trigger hold). At the time of the big hit and the loss, the change suggestion display change scenario is determined by lottery using the change suggestion display change scenario determination table that does not depend on the number of suspensions. The rate at which the display mode changes in the variation A or the variation B from the blinking white as the “current display color” is higher at the time of the big hit than at the time of the loss. In the present embodiment, the case of “blinking white” has been exemplified as the “current display color”. However, the present invention is not limited to this. As shown in the pending change scenario determination table in FIG. 21, the “current display color” is blue, It can be red. In the fluctuation A and the fluctuation B, a display mode (display color) having a lower jackpot expectation degree than the “current display color” is not selected. Although not shown, the change suggestion display change scenario determination table may be provided in accordance with the “current display color”, and a lottery of the change suggestion display change scenario may be performed. As for the symbol fluctuation (fluctuation relating to the trigger suspension), only the fluctuation B is executed in accordance with the number of suspensions at the start of the fluctuation, as in the case of the fluctuation relating to the suspension that is consumed before the trigger suspension (variation). The variation mode (a1) in which A is omitted) and the variation mode (for example, a2) in which the variation A and the variation B are executed can be adopted. Therefore, when the change mode in which only the change B is executed is selected, only the display mode by the change B is displayed without displaying the display mode by the change A determined in the change suggestion display change scenario determination table. Will be done. Note that the change suggestion display change scenario determination table is determined in accordance with the variation mode determined by the CPU C100 of the main control board M and the rendering mode (the rendering execution rendering content of FIG. 11) determined by the CPUSC of the sub-control board S. By making the distribution of random numbers different, the change suggestion display may be easily changed in accordance with the degree of expectation of the symbol change (change related to trigger hold).

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2800 in FIG. First, in step 2802, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2802, in step 2804, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the symbol content determination flag. Next, in step 2806, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol changing flag. Next, in step 2809, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S starts a wiring variation time management timer, and proceeds to step 2810. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2802, the processing shifts to step 2810.

  Next, in step 2810, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. If Yes in step 2810, in step 2811, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S checks the timer value of the wiring variation time management timer. Next, in step 2812, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the decoration symbol change start timing has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2812, in step 2814, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a decoration display variation display command (transmitted to the sub-sub-control unit SS in the display command transmission control process in step 2999). , To step 2824.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2812, in step 2816, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the temporary stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) of the decorative symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2816, in step 2818, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a stop display command (temporary stop display command) of the decorative symbol (in the display command transmission control process of step 2999, the sub-sub-control unit SS side). , And the process proceeds to step 2824.

  If No in step 2816, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines in step 2820 whether the display timing of the preview image or the reach image has been reached based on the fluctuation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2820, in step 2822, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets an image display command related to the notice image or the reach image (in the display command transmission control processing in step 2999, the sub-control unit SS side). Is transmitted), and the process moves to step 2830. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2820, the process shifts to step 2830.

  Next, in step 2830, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the main game symbol has been stopped and displayed. If Yes in step 2830, in step 2831, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets a stop display command (fixed display command) of the decorative symbol (transmitted to the sub-sub-controller SS in the display command transmission control process in step 2999). Be done). Next, in step 2832, the CPU SC of the sub-control board S stops and resets (clears to zero) the wiring variation time management timer. Next, in step 2834, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol changing flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2900). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2810 or step 2830, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2900).

  Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the special game-related display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2900 in FIG. First, in step 2902, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the special game in progress flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2902, in step 2904, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. If Yes in step 2904, in step 2912, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the special game flag. Next, in Step 2914, the CPUSC of the sub control board S sets a command related to the jackpot start display, and proceeds to Step 2916. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2902, the processing shifts to step 2916.

  Next, in step 2916, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command for sequentially displaying the number of rounds and the number of winnings. Next, in step 2926, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2926, in step 2928, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command related to the big hit end display on the effect display device SG (displays appropriately based on the big hit type). Next, in step 2930, the CPUSC of the sub control board S turns off the special game in progress flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2999). Note that also in the case of No in step 2904 or step 2926, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2999).

  Next, FIG. 29 is a conceptual diagram of the execution of the change-on-hold effect in the present embodiment. In this example, when the variation mode (for example, a3) in which the symbol variation executes both the variation A and the variation B is selected, the variation A at the time of occurrence occurs in the suspension change scenario determination table shown in FIG. : Fluctuation in white, fluctuation at occurrence B: blue, fluctuation before 3 fluctuations A: red, fluctuation before 3 fluctuations B: red, fluctuation before 2 fluctuations A: red, fluctuation before 2 fluctuations B: red, fluctuation before 1 fluctuation A: red FIG. 10 is an image diagram illustrating a case where a change B before one change: red is selected. First, a decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol variation of the first main game symbol is variably displayed. The display mode of the change suggestion display and the hold display image is “white”. Next, in the variation A in the symbol variation (the symbol variation is composed of the variation A and the variation B), trigger suspension occurs, and “blinking white” is displayed as the suspension display image at the position of the fourth suspension. Is done. Next, in the same fluctuation A, the decorative symbol temporarily stops at "367" which is a lost symbol. Since the symbol variation during execution is a symbol variation in which the pseudo continuous variation is executed, the display of the decorative symbol "367" of the decorative symbol is not in the stopped state at the time of the temporary stop, and the symbol variation fluctuates (slightly). ), Indicating that the vehicle did not stop completely due to fluctuations. The display mode of the hold display image related to the trigger hold remains “blinking white”. Next, in the variation B in the same symbol variation, the symbol variation of the decorative symbol is restarted from the temporary stop state. Since the number of reservations remains at 4 when changing from the change A to the change B, it can be seen that they are within the same change. In the variation B, the display mode of the hold display image related to the trigger hold changes from “blinking white” to “blue”. Next, in the same fluctuation B, the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed at "431" which is a lost symbol. Since the symbol change is a pseudo-continuous change that executes the change A and the change B, the decorative symbol related to the change B is fixedly displayed after the temporary stop. The display mode of the trigger suspension remains “blue”. Next, a change three changes before the trigger hold is started. If the change mode before the three changes is a1, the display mode of the hold display image is changed from “blue” to “red” with reference to the change B before the change 3 of the determined hold change scenario: red. . On the other hand, if the change mode before the three changes is a loss change mode other than a1, the change A is displayed with reference to the change A before change three: red in the determined hold change scenario. The mode is changed from “blue” to “red”, and in the variation B, the display mode of the hold display image is changed by the variation A with reference to the variation B before change 3 of the determined pending change scenario: red. The display mode of “red” is maintained without further changing from “red”. Next, the change two changes before the trigger hold is started. As in the case of the fluctuation three triggers before the trigger suspension, both the a1 and the loss fluctuation mode other than a1 can be adopted as the fluctuation mode before the two fluctuations. When the change mode before the two changes is a1, the display mode of the hold display image is maintained as “red” by referring to the change B before the change B: red of the determined hold change scenario. In the case of the loss variation mode other than a1, in the variation A, the display mode of the suspension display image is maintained as “red” with reference to the second variation A: red before the variation of the determined suspension change scenario, In the variation B, the display mode of the suspended display image is maintained as “red” with reference to the variation B: red before the second variation of the determined pending change scenario. Next, the change one change before the trigger hold is started. Since the number of suspensions is one, a1 is not selected, and a variation mode in which both variation A and variation B are executed is selected. In the variation A, the display mode of the pending display image is maintained as “red” with reference to the variation A: one variation before the determined pending change scenario of the determined pending change scenario, and in the variation B, the determined pending change scenario One change before change B: The display mode of the suspended display image is maintained as “red” with reference to red. Next, the fluctuation related to the trigger suspension is started. At the start of the change related to the trigger suspension, the display mode of the change suggestion display is determined using the change suggestion display change scenario determination table shown in FIG. In FIG. 26, the “current display color” is “blinking white”, but in FIG. 29 (FIG. 29), the color has already been changed to “red” due to the suspension change by the suspension change scenario, and is not shown in FIG. 26. It is appropriate to determine the change suggestion display change scenario using the change suggestion display change scenario determination table whose “current display color” is “red”. In FIG. 29 (FIG. 29), the reach is achieved when the decorative symbols on the left and right are aligned at “7” in the fluctuations related to the trigger hold. The reach variation mode is a variation mode in which both the variation A and the variation B are executed. Therefore, the change suggestion display mode is displayed with reference to the display modes of the change A and the change B in the change suggestion display change scenario determination table. Here, "red" is maintained. As described above, in the present embodiment, when the hold change effect is executed, the display mode of the trigger hold can be changed both at the start of the symbol change and during the symbol change. , Pseudo-continuous fluctuations can be performed. More specifically, unless the fluctuation time of the main game symbol is a short time to execute the pseudo continuous fluctuation (for example, in the case of the fluctuation mode a1), the holding including the symbol fluctuation related to the trigger holding is performed. With regard to the symbol fluctuation during the execution of the change effect, the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed for all the symbol fluctuations. With this configuration, even if the number of symbol changes executed during the execution of the hold change effect is actually four, the player can determine whether the symbol change has been executed five or more times. Thus, it is possible to improve the interest in the pre-reading effect in which the expectation that the symbol change related to the trigger suspension becomes a big hit increases every time the symbol change is executed.

  Next, FIG. 30 is an image diagram of entering a prefetch zone in the present embodiment. First, a symbol change is executed in a state of two holdings. Next, a trigger suspension occurs during the fluctuation, and is displayed in white. At this time, in the situation where all of the previous reservations have not been reached (see FIG. 11: group 1 at the time of loss), when the pre-fetch lottery is won and the pre-read zone effect is further elected, the fluctuation mode of the fluctuation , The entry timing of the pre-reading zone differs.

First, a case where the fluctuation is a fluctuation without reach will be described in detail. If the fluctuation is the fluctuation without the reach, the character "Night Mode Entry !!" indicating that the vehicle enters the night mode which is the look-ahead zone effect when the trigger hold occurs is displayed. Next, the background image of the fluctuation is set to the night mode, and the announcement effect of the night mode is executed.

  Next, a case where the fluctuation is a fluctuation with reach will be described in detail. If the fluctuation is a fluctuation with reach, even if the player has won the look-ahead zone effect at the time of a new ball entry, the change does not cause the vehicle to enter the night mode, which is the look-ahead zone effect. That is, in the fluctuation, a reach effect based on a predetermined reach fluctuation is executed, a stop display is performed in a reach loss pattern, and the fluctuation ends. Then, at the start of the next change, the character “NIGHT MODE Entry !!” is displayed in order to enter the night mode which is a look-ahead zone effect. Next, the background image is set to the night mode, and an announcement effect of the night mode is executed.

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As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, the hold change scenario of the hold change effect determined when the ball enters the first main game start port A10 (when the trigger hold occurs) is triggered hold The variation mode of the earlier variation is either the variation mode in which the decoration symbol changes only once (variation B only) or the variation mode in which the decoration symbol changes twice (variation A and variation B). In addition, in order to enable a change in hold, the hold display mode in both the change A and the change B is always determined. That is, when the variation pattern before the trigger hold is only one change of the decorative symbol (only the change B), the hold display of the trigger hold is referred to by referring to the hold display mode of the change B determined as the hold change scenario. The mode is determined and displayed. On the other hand, when the variation mode of the variation before the trigger hold is the change of the decorative symbol twice, the hold display of the trigger hold is referred to by referring to the hold display mode of the change A and the change B determined as the hold change scenario, respectively. The mode is determined, and in the variation A of the variation, the suspended display mode of the variation A can be displayed, and in the variation B, the suspended display mode of the variation B can be displayed.

  Further, when the ball enters the first main game start port A10 (when a trigger hold occurs), the entry timing to the look-ahead zone effect in which execution is determined is determined when the ball enters the first main game start port A10. It is configured so as to differ depending on the variation mode of the symbol variation that is changing (when the trigger hold occurs). In the case where the running variation mode is the reach-less variation mode, the system is configured to enter the look-ahead zone effect at the time of entering the ball. Then, after the next change, it is configured to enter the look-ahead zone production. With such a configuration, it is possible to indicate at an early timing that a change in which the degree of expectation to the jackpot is low (fluctuation without reach) is likely to be a jackpot in subsequent fluctuations, and the degree of expectation of the jackpot is high. In the fluctuation (fluctuation with reach), since the user does not enter the look-ahead zone effect during the fluctuation, the reach effect can be shown without lowering the expectation degree of the reach effect during the fluctuation. Also, by having a plurality of read-ahead zone entry timings, even if the player does not enter the look-ahead zone when a hold occurs, the possibility of a read-ahead zone entry remains, and the player always has an expectation of entering the look-ahead zone. The game can be advanced while hugging.

  In this figure, the case where there is no hold which becomes a fluctuation with reach other than the symbol fluctuation executed when the trigger hold occurs, but the hold which becomes the fluctuation with reach other than the symbol fluctuation which is executed when the trigger hold occurs. In some cases, after all hold fluctuations that are present before the trigger hold (digested before the trigger hold) and become hold fluctuations are completed, go to the night mode, which is a look-ahead zone effect at the start of the next fluctuation. Rush. At this time, in the same way as when there is no hold that becomes a fluctuation with reach other than the pattern change executed when the trigger hold occurs, it is assumed that the background image is changed to the night mode after displaying the character of `` night mode entry! '' Examples can be given. It is also possible to enter the night mode without displaying the characters “entering the night mode !!”. Also, as a method of entering the look-ahead zone effect, displaying a look-ahead zone entry symbol is also assumed. The look-ahead zone entry design may be displayed so as to be superimposed on the decoration design so as to cover at least a part of the decoration design.

  In general, a plurality of stages (a background image, sometimes referred to as a mode or a staying stage) in a non-probability-variable gaming state and a non-time-saving gaming state other than the look-ahead zone effect are provided. Accordingly, the forbidden condition for the prefetch lottery in the first main game prefetch determination process in step 2150 may be changed. For example, in the case of stage A, only one trigger is held (that is, a new prefetch lottery is not executed during the execution of the prefetch effect), and in the case of stage B, a plurality of triggers are allowed to be held (that is, prefetch is performed). A new look-ahead lottery may be executed even during the effect execution). In addition, the prohibition condition of the prefetch lottery may be changed according to the game state, or the prefetch lottery can be executed only for the (1) first main game side hold according to the game state, the stage, or a combination thereof. (2) The prefetch lottery can be executed only for the hold of the second main game side. (3) The prefetch lottery can be executed for both the hold of the first main game side and the hold of the second main game side. May be different.

  In the present embodiment, one mode (night mode) has been described as the prefetch zone effect, but a plurality of prefetch zone effects (evening mode, night mode, etc.) may be provided. The jackpot expectation degree may be different depending on a plurality of look-ahead zone effects. In addition, each look-ahead zone effect may indicate a specific effect mode. Specifically, in the case of the evening mode, the symbol variation related to the trigger hold is equal to or more than the reach (normal reach, super reach, etc.), and in the night mode. If so, the symbol change related to the trigger hold may be determined to be more than the super reach. In the case of the hold change effect, the blue hold may be determined as reach or higher, and the red hold may be determined as super reach or higher.

  In addition to the look-ahead zone effect, a step-up notice (eg, a plurality of characters are displayed in order), a speech notice (eg, characters talk), a re-variable design (sometimes called a pseudo-continuous symbol), the number of re-variations (Sometimes referred to as the number of pseudo-runs or the number of pseudo-fluctuations), etc., may be suggested to the player about the fluctuation mode of the symbol fluctuation related to the trigger hold or the expectation of big hits. Is also good. For example, in the case of a step-up notice, SU3 (third stage of step-up) is determined to be normal reach or higher, SU4 (fourth stage of step-up) is determined to be super reach or higher, and SU1 → SU3 (SU2 is not executed) is super-reach. The above-mentioned determination is mentioned. In the case of a dialogue notice, red letters are determined to be normal reach or higher, and gold letters are determined to be super reach or higher. As for the re-variation symbol, blue represents one re-confirmation, red represents two re-confirmations, and the like. The number of re-fluctuations is determined once for normal reach or more, twice for super reach or more.

  In the present embodiment, the case has been described where the CPUSC of the sub-control board S normally receives a command (a command of the variation mode group, the number of suspensions, etc.) related to the execution of the prefetch effect from the CPUC100 of the main control board M. It is also assumed that the CPUSC of the board S cannot normally receive the command related to the execution of the prefetch effect from the CPUC100 of the main control board M. When the CPUSC of the sub-control board S cannot normally receive the command related to the execution of the prefetch effect, if the prefetch effect is not executed, the execution of the prefetch effect to be executed is stopped, and the prefetch effect is being executed. For example, it is possible to exemplify stopping the prefetching effect being executed. More specifically, there are command garbled commands related to the execution of the pre-reading effect, command contents indicating out of range, reception of command contents that do not match the previous command, and the like. The garbled command indicates that the data content is not normal. The command content indicating out of range indicates that the command is in a range not set in the gaming machine. The command content that does not match the previous command is, for example, the command indicating the number of hold of the first main game symbol in the previous command is the command indicating the number of hold: four, but this command is used at the start of the next change. Can be exemplified as a command indicating the number of holdings of the first main game symbol. Furthermore, when a command related to the prefetching effect is missed, a case where the command related to the execution of the prefetching effect cannot be normally received can be exemplified. It should be noted that, when the command related to the execution of the prefetch effect is not normally received, the execution of the prefetch effect that is to be executed is stopped and the prefetch effect that is being executed is stopped. Even in the case where the reception has not been performed normally, it is possible to continue the prefetching effect being executed. For example, in the above-described command indicating the number of holdings of the first main game symbol in the previous time, despite the command indicating the number of holdings: four, the holding of the current first main game symbol at the start of the next change When the command indicating the number of holdings is 2 as the command indicating the number, when the command of the number of holdings: 4 is received, a look-ahead effect such as a change in the holding is executed, and the holding is performed at the start of the next change thereafter. Number: Even when two commands are received, a change in the number of holds according to the received command can be executed because a hold change scenario such as a hold change has already been determined. It is possible to continue the look-ahead production inside.

  Further, a description will be given of a comparison between a notice effect in a change up to the trigger hold and a notice effect in a change in the trigger hold. In both of the fluctuations up to the trigger hold and the fluctuations of the trigger hold, in order to indicate whether or not the change is a big hit, use the sub input button SB to make a preliminary announcement effect. By operating the input button SB, an effect is generated around the decorative design), etc.) can be executed. The variation up to the trigger hold may be set such that the probability that the notice effect using the sub input button SB is executed using the sub input button SB is lower than the probability that the notice effect using the sub input button SB is executed due to the change of the trigger hold. . In this case, in the notice effect in the change of the trigger hold, it is possible to execute the suggestion of the jackpot with more notice effects than the change until the trigger hold, so the player pays attention to the notice effect of the change in the trigger hold. It will be easier.

  In the present embodiment, the description has been made using the hold change effect and the look-ahead zone effect as the pre-reading effect. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Eyes “321”, odd number “135”, same color matching, etc.) are displayed. (An effect emits light for each change). In the chance look-ahead effect, at least a part of the decorative pattern may be emphasized or hidden by an effect or the like. In the present embodiment, the display timing of the pre-reading effect is set to the timing of entering the ball during the change or the start of the next change. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Timing, display timing of a specific notice (for example, display timing of a step-up notice, operation timing of the sub input button SB) and the like can also be used. Specifically, it is possible to display the pre-reading zone entry symbol at the timing of the temporary stop of the decorative symbol and the timing of the stop display, and to display the chance at the timing of the change stop display. Furthermore, when displaying a pre-reading zone entry symbol or a chance eye at the timing of the temporary stop of the decorative symbol or the timing of the stop display, it is assumed that the visibility of the decorative symbol is reduced due to the pre-reading zone rush symbol or effect. Therefore, it is appropriate that a player can recognize that the player is changing by using a display indicating a change in a corner of the liquid crystal screen or another display device (eg, an LED) separately from the decorative design. .

  Including the above-mentioned modified examples, the look-ahead effects include a look-ahead effect in which it is possible to grasp which hold is the trigger hold, and a look-ahead effect in which it is difficult to grasp which hold is the trigger hold. There are two types of look-ahead effects that can be used to determine which hold is a trigger hold: a change-of-hold effect and a countdown look-ahead effect. Direction, chance look-ahead production, effect look-ahead production.

  The jackpot expectation degree of these look-ahead effects may differ depending on the game state. Specifically, in the non-time-saving game state (non-time saving state) in which the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d is hard to be opened, the lottery and the prefetch effect of the prefetch effect only for the hold of the first main game side. Is executed, but the lottery of the prefetch effect and the execution of the prefetch effect are not performed for the hold of the second main game side. In the time-reduced game state (time-saving state) in which the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d is easily opened, the lottery of the prefetching effect and the execution of the prefetching effect are not performed for the hold of the first main game side. It is configured that the lottery of the prefetch effect and the execution of the prefetch effect are performed only for the hold on the main game side. In this case, in the non-time-saving game state, the look-ahead effect (for example, hold change effect, look-ahead zone effect A, chance look-ahead effect, effect look-ahead effect) that can be executed on the first main game side and the second main game in the time-short game state In a look-ahead effect that can be executed on the game side (for example, a hold change effect, a look-ahead zone effect B, a chance look-ahead effect, a countdown effect), the degree of expectation of a look-ahead effect may be different. Specifically, when red holding occurs in the holding change effect, the jackpot expectation in the non-time shortened game state is 30%, but the jackpot expected degree in the time shortened game state may be 50%. In addition, a look-ahead effect that can be generated regardless of the game state (for example, a hold change effect) and a look-ahead effect that can be generated only in a specific game state (eg, a look-ahead zone effect B) may be provided. The jackpot expectation degree may differ.

  In the present embodiment, the description of the effects during the special game is omitted, but the effects during the special game may include a battle effect, a rendezvous in-house effect, a music selection effect by the player, and the like, which will be described later. . A battle effect is a battle between an ally character and an enemy character, and the fact that the ally character wins, thereby notifying the player of a certain change or notifying that the special game is a high profit special game (for example, a 16-round big hit). It is a production. In addition, it is also possible to notify the player that a big hit occurs continuously in the hold due to the skill of the ally character in the battle effect, the dialogue, or the like (a hold-in-run villa described later). The reserved in-house means that a special game is generated again after the end of the special game due to the hold generated before the end of the special game. An effect that suggests the reserved inn to the player is called an inn inn effect. The held in-house casino effect may have a case where it is executed as a part of an effect of the main player during the special game (for example, the above-mentioned battle effect) or a case where it is executed by a special effect. Further, as a condition for generating the held in-house casino effect, the special game currently being executed is a high profit special game, and the special game scheduled to be executed next time is a high profit special game. In other words, if the special game currently being executed is a low profit special game (for example, a big hit without a payout or a 4R big hit), or if the special game scheduled to be executed next time is a low profit special game, the held internal game is held. The villa production will not be executed. To explain further using game specifications, it is assumed that a special game is executed on the first main game side and that the second main game side will be held after the end of the special game. During the execution of the high profit special game, it is possible to execute the on-hold cascade effect only when there is a hold that becomes the high profit special game in the hold of the second main game side, and the first main game side It is appropriate that during the execution of the high profit special game, even if there is a hold that becomes the high profit special game in the hold of the second main game side, the on-hold in-house play effect is not executed. . The music selection effect by the player is an effect in which the player can change the music during the big hit by operating the sub input button SB or the cross button SB-2 during the big hit. The image or the moving image may be changed so as to correspond to the song being hit, or only the song may be changed.

(2nd Embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment, a game machine having a high level of interest is mainly provided by giving a variation to the pre-reading effect. However, elements for improving the interest of the game are not limited to the pre-reading effect alone. Therefore, such a configuration is referred to as a second embodiment, and differences from the present embodiment will be described below in detail.

  Next, FIG. 31 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the second embodiment. First, the right first main game start port A30 is provided as a start winning port corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the right first main game start port A30 includes a right first main game start port entrance detection device A31s and a right first main game start port electric accessory A31d. Here, the right first main game starting port entrance ball detection device A31s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the right first main game starting port A30, and the first main game port that indicates the entering ball when entering the ball. Generate game start entrance ball entry information. Next, the right first main game starting port electric accessory A31d is changed to a closed state in which game balls are not easily won in the right first main game starting port A30 and an open state in which game balls are more likely to win than in the normal state. . As described above, in the second embodiment, as the starting ports corresponding to the first main game, there are two starting ports: the first main game starting port A10 and the right first main game starting port A30.

  Next, the second main game start port B10 is set as a start winning port corresponding to the second main game. As a specific configuration, the second main game start opening B10 includes a second main game start opening ball detection device B11s. Here, the second main game starting port entrance ball detecting device B11s is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the second main game starting port B10, and the second main game start indicating the entering ball when entering the ball. Generate incoming ball information.

  Here, in the second embodiment, game balls flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) are unlikely to be guided to the first main game start port A10, and the left side of the game area D30 (the center of the game area The game ball flowing down the (reference) is configured to be easily guided to the first main game start port A10. Also, a game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided to the right first main game start port A30, and a game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). Are difficult to be guided to the right first main game start port A30. Further, a game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided to the second main game start port B10, and a game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). The second main game starting port B10 is configured to be less likely to be guided.

  In the second embodiment, an electric accessory is provided on the right first main game starting port A30 side. However, the present invention is not limited to this. An electric accessory may be provided on the second main game starting port B10 side. You may comprise. Further, only one starting port corresponding to the first main game may be provided. The arrangement of the first main game start port A10, the right first main game start port A30, and the second main game start port B10 may be changed as appropriate. For example, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port A10 may be changed. The game start port B10 may be arranged so as to overlap. In addition, the first main game start port and the second main game start port are arranged side by side, and the first main game start port and the second main game start port are arranged by a sorting member that alternately distributes the flowing game balls in the left-right direction. It may be configured to alternately enter the game start port.

  Next, the auxiliary game starting port H10 includes an auxiliary game starting port entering ball detection device H11s. Here, the auxiliary game starting port entrance 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 information indicating the entry when the ball is entered. I do. The entry of a game ball into the auxiliary game start port H10 is a trigger for a lottery for expanding the right first main game start port electric accessory A31d of the right first main game start port A30.

  Next, the effect display device SG is a device that executes an effect image including a decorative symbol that fluctuates and stops in conjunction with the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol, and the like. Here, as a specific configuration, the effect display device SG includes a display area SG10 in which an effect is performed including a change display of a decorative symbol and the like. Here, the display area SG10 displays a first hold display section SG12 and a second hold display section SG13 for displaying main game hold information and, for example, a plurality of rows of moving images of decorative symbol fluctuations simulating a slot machine game. And a decorative symbol display area SG11. Although the effect display device SG is constituted by a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, it may be constituted by other display means such as a mechanical drum or an LED. Next, the first hold display portion SG12 is configured with four lamps, and the second hold display portion SG13 is configured with one lamp, and the lamp is interlocked with the hold lamp of the main game symbol. ing.

  Next, differences from the present embodiment in FIG. 3 will be described. The first main game related electric member A is an electric member related to the first main game. For example, as an electric member of the first main game-related electric member A, a ball entering the first main game symbol display device A20 or the first main game start port A10 capable of stopping and changing the first main game symbol. And a right first main game starting port entrance ball detection device A31s capable of detecting a ball entering the right first main game starting port A30. The main control board M outputs a control signal to the first main game symbol display device A20. Further, the detection signals output from the first main game start opening ball detection device A11s and the right first main game start opening ball detection device A31s are input to the main control board M.

  Next, the auxiliary game-related electric member H is an electric member related to the auxiliary game. For example, as the auxiliary game related electric member H, a solenoid (not shown) for driving the right first main game start port electric accessory A31d provided in the right first main game start port A30, or a stop display of the auxiliary game symbol There is an auxiliary game symbol display device H20 capable of performing a variable display and an auxiliary game start opening ball detection device H11s capable of detecting a ball entering the auxiliary game start opening H10. The main control board M outputs a drive signal to a solenoid that drives the right first main game start port electric accessory A31d, and outputs a control signal to the auxiliary game symbol display device H20. Further, the detection signal output from the auxiliary game start opening ball detection device H11s is input to the main control board M.

  Next, FIG. 32 is a main flowchart on the main control board M side in the second embodiment. Differences from the present embodiment are step 900 (second), step 1200, step 1300, step 1400, step 1550, step 1600, step 1700 (second), that is, step 900 (second), The CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a timer update process described later. Next, in step 1200, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a later-described electric accessory driving determination process. Next, in step 1300, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1400, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1550, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1700 (second), the CPUC of the main game control board M executes a small hit game control process described later.

  Next, FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the timer update process according to the subroutine of step 900 (second) in FIG. 32 in the second embodiment. First, in step 901, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the variation time is not updated based on the variation pattern. If Yes in step 901, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a 2-byte timer update process in step 902. In the case of No in Step 901, in Step 910 (second), the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a variable time update process described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 1100). As described above, in the second embodiment, as the update processing of the various timers, the update processing of the 2-byte timer (timer update processing other than the fluctuation time according to the fluctuation pattern. Jackpot start demonstration time, etc.) and a variable time update process. Although details will be described later, the second embodiment has a configuration in which a long fluctuation time (for example, 600 seconds) can be determined in the probability fluctuation game state and the non-time shortening game state. The 2-byte timer can only measure up to 2 16 = 65536 {= approximately 262 seconds (65536 times × 4 ms = 262114 ms)}. Therefore, the 3-byte timer according to the second embodiment is composed of the upper 1 byte and the lower 2 bytes, and updates the upper 1 byte and the lower 2 bytes in order to newly subtract or add 3 bytes with one instruction. This is realized without using any processing. With this configuration, the program capacity of the CPU C100 of the main control board M is reduced.

  Next, a subroutine relating to the variable time update processing in step 910 (second) in FIG. 33 will be described. As a premise, the 3-byte timer for counting the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern is composed of an upper byte (1 byte) and a lower byte (2 bytes). First, in step 911, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether both the upper byte and the lower byte are not 0. If Yes in step 911, in step 912, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the upper byte is 0. In the case of Yes in step 912, in step 914, the CPU C100 of the main control board M decrements the lower byte by 1, and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 1100). In the case of No at step 912, the CPU C100 of the main control board M decrements the lower byte by one. At this time, if the lower byte becomes less than 0, a carry flag (or borrow flag) is set in the flag register. Next, in step 918, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the carry flag (or borrow flag) is set in the flag register (that is, determines whether the lower byte is less than 0). ). If Yes in step 918, in step 920, the CPUC100 of the main control board M decrements the upper byte by one, and in step 922, the CPUC100 of the main control board M clears the carry flag (or borrow flag) of the flag register. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1100). Here, the process of subtracting -1 from the lower byte in steps 914 and 916 is performed using the same process as the 2-byte timer updating process in step 902 because the lower byte is 2 bytes. In the case of No in Steps 911 and 918, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 1100).

  Next, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. 32 in the second embodiment. Differences from this embodiment are step 1216 (second), step 1218 (second), and step 1232 (second). In step 1216 (second), the CPU C100 of the main control board M The stop symbol is determined based on the (time reduction flag) and the auxiliary game symbol winning random number. In step 1218 (second), the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined time in the fluctuation management timer based on the gaming state (time saving flag). In step 1232 (second), the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined time in the release timer based on the game state (time saving flag).

  Next, FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. 32 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 1324 (second). In step 1324 (second), the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls related to the main game (second main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, one).

  Next, FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display processing according to the subroutine of step 1400 (second) of FIG. 32 in the second embodiment. In the second embodiment, the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol can be changed simultaneously. In step 1400 (1) (second), the CPUC 100 of the main control board M executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and in step 1400 (2) (second), the CPU C100 of the main control board M Executes a second main game symbol display process, which will be described later. With this configuration, the fluctuation of the second main game side can start even when the fluctuation of the first main game side occurs, and the fluctuation of the first main game side also occurs when the fluctuation of the second main game side occurs. Can be started (so-called parallel lottery).

  Next, FIG. 37 shows a first main game symbol display process according to a subroutine of step 1400 (1) (second) in FIG. 36 in the second embodiment. First, in step 1407-1, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the first change start condition is satisfied. Here, the first change start condition is not a special game (or a condition device is operating), is not changing the first main game symbol, and there is a hold of the first main game symbol, and the small change start condition is small. The condition is that you are not playing a hit game. That is, since the parallel lottery can be executed, when performing the process relating to the first main game symbol, there is no problem even if the second main game symbol fluctuates, but the first main game symbol fluctuates. If there is, the change start condition according to the first main game side is not satisfied. Although not shown in the present example, if a fixed variation time (a time for stopping and displaying the fixed display symbol after the fixed display of the first main game symbol) is provided, the variation of the next variation is set during the fixed variation time. You may comprise so that a start condition may not be satisfied.

  Next, in the case of Yes in step 1407-1, in step 1407-2 and step 1407-3, the CPUC100 of the main control board M temporarily stores the first main game content determination random number related to the current symbol variation. Is read out, deleted from the suspension information, and the temporarily stored remaining information is shifted (reservation digestion processing). Next, in step 1407-4, the CPU C100 of the main control board M refers to the first main game success / failure lottery table corresponding to each game state in the second embodiment, and determines the first main game content determination random number (particularly, , A winning random determination of the first main game symbol. In addition, in the first main game symbol winning / decreasing lottery, only when the second main game symbol is changing symbols related to the big hit symbol, the winning / reflecting lottery result is forcibly lost (or may be a no-lottery).

  Here, FIG. 39 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game hit / withdrawal lottery table (second main game hit / withdrawal lottery table) in the second embodiment. As shown in the present example, in the second embodiment, a hit (small hit) is provided in the second main game hit / reject lottery table, and the hit (small hit) is provided with a high probability in the second main game hit / reject lottery table. ) Is selected. It should be noted that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this. In the second embodiment, a small hit is provided only on the second main game side, but a small hit may be provided on the first main game side.

  Next, in step 1407-5, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the first main game symbol determination lottery table and obtains the first main game symbol win / fail lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (in particular, the symbol). Stop symbols related to the first main game symbol are determined based on the random number (lottery random number), and these are temporarily stored.

  Here, FIG. 39 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game symbol determination lottery table (second main game symbol determination lottery table) in the second embodiment. As shown in this example, in the second embodiment, when a big hit is won, a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, “2AA, 2BA, 2CA, 2DA” and One main game symbol from "2AB, 2BB, 2CB, 2DB, 2EB" is determined as a big hit symbol. In addition, the number of rounds of the special game determined with reference to the main game symbol is all 2R. The random number value and the type of the stop symbol are merely examples, and are not limited thereto.For example, the lost symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, and may be configured to include a plurality of types of symbols. Alternatively, a configuration in which a plurality of special game rounds are provided (3R, 4R, 5R,..., 16R, etc.) may be employed. Further, the first main game stop symbol determination lottery table has 16R and 2R, and the second main game stop symbol determination lottery table has 16R, 2R, 3R, 4R, 5R, 6R, 7R, and the first main game. The number of rounds of the special game provided in the stop symbol determination lottery table and the second main game stop symbol determination lottery table is different (for example, there is only 3R in the second main game stop symbol determination lottery table) or the first main game. The number of types of special games provided in the game stop symbol determination lottery table and the second main game stop symbol determination lottery table are different (for example, the first main game stop symbol determination lottery table has two types of special games. The two main game stop symbol determination lottery tables may include seven types of special games).

  Next, in step 1407-6, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the first main game variation mode determination lottery table corresponding to each game state in the second embodiment, and determines whether or not the main game symbol win / fail lottery result has been obtained. The variation mode of the first main game symbol is determined based on the first main game content determination random number (in particular, the variation mode lottery random number), and these are temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M.

  Here, the main game table 3 shown in FIG. 41 is an example of a first main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table in the second embodiment. As shown in the figure, in the second embodiment, the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol with respect to a certain random number value is determined based on the result of the winning or non-selection of the main game symbol, the probability change flag state, and the time saving flag state. It is configured to obtain. For example, the symbol fluctuation time at the time of the loss of the first main game side is determined in the game state in which the first main game side becomes the main game (non-probable and non-time-reduced games, non-probable and time-reduced games, probable and time-reduced games). The variation in the game state in which the second main gaming side is the main game (in the case of a certain variation and non-time reduction game) is more likely to be relatively longer than the variation in the game. In addition, in the case of a winning or losing lottery result of a main game symbol with respect to a certain random number value, a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long is likely to be determined, and the time reduction flag is on (time reduction gaming state). Are configured such that a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short is easily determined. This example is merely an example, and there is no limitation on the type of variation mode (variation time), the selectivity, and the like.

  Next, as a feature of the main game table 3 (variation mode determination table), in the second main game side, in the probable change state and the non-time shortened game state (so-called latent probable change state with a non-electric support state), The fluctuation time (1 second in this example), which is short in the case of a small hit, is selected with a high probability. With such a configuration, in the probable state and the non-time-saving game state (so-called latent probable state accompanied by the non-electric support state), when right-handed execution is performed, small hits are continuously won at short intervals. It is configured to continue (the effect created by this configuration will be described later). In a gaming state (particularly, a non-probable state) other than the probable state and the non-time shortened game state (so-called latent probable state with a non-electric support state), a relatively short fluctuation time (this example) In this case, only 8 seconds) is selected, and at the time of a loss or a small hit, only a relatively long variation time (5 minutes or more in this example) is selected. . In addition, the average fluctuation time of the second main game symbol at the time of the big hit in the normal game state (non-probable change state and non-time reduction game state) and the second main game in the normal game state (non-probability change state and non-time reduction game state) The average fluctuation time other than at the time of a big hit (at the time of a loss or at the time of a small hit) is "the average fluctuation time at the time of a non-big hit (at the time of a loss or at a small hit) of the second main game symbol in the normal game state> the normal game state. Of the second main game symbol at the time of the big hit. In addition, in the normal game state (non-probable change state and non-time shortened game state), the average fluctuation time of the second main game symbol other than at the time of big hit (at the time of loss or small hit), and the probable change state and non-time shortened game state (so-called The average fluctuation time of the second main game symbol in the latent probability change state with the non-electric support state) is “the average fluctuation time of the second main game symbol in the normal game state other than at the time of big hit (at the time of loss or small hit)> Average variation time of the second main game symbol in the probable change state and the non-time shortened game state. "

  It should be noted that the configuration of the main game table 3 (variation mode determination table) can be changed without any problem. For example, when the game state is a certain change state and is not a non-time shortening game state, the change related to the first main game symbol side There are many types of modes (for example, 100 types, and additional variation information is provided separately from the variation pattern). May be configured.

  Next, in step 1407-7, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the determined stop symbol is a big hit symbol. In the case of Yes at step 1407-7, at step 1407-8, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M determines the special game content (big hit start demonstration time, information on the big hit start demonstration during production, etc.) based on the big hit symbol, and Then, the process proceeds to step 1407-9. If the result of step 1407-7 is No, step 1407-8 is skipped and the routine goes to step 1407-9. In the second embodiment, at the start of the symbol change, a change start storage buffer shown in FIG. 40 stores a hit start demonstration time, a hit start demonstration effect content, and the like based on the determined big hit symbol. The fluctuation start storage buffer is configured to be separately provided for the big hit and the small hit. For example, in the case of a big hit, A (10 seconds) is stored in the storage area of the big hit hit start demonstration time, and C (Fanfare effect) is stored in the storage area of the big hit hit start demonstration effect contents. In the second embodiment, since the first main control side does not have the small hit, the case of the small hit will be described in a second main game symbol display process described later. Note that the big hit start demonstration time is updated in the 2-byte timer update process of the timer update process.

  Next, in step 1407-9, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M temporarily stores the command (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) related to the first main game symbol and the current game state. (Symbol variation display start instruction command) is set in a command transmission buffer for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999). I do. Next, in step 1407-10, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined time relating to the fluctuation time of the first main game symbol in the first main game symbol fluctuation management timer and starts subtraction. For example, when 60 seconds is selected as a fluctuation time in a game state other than the probability change / non-time shortening game (that is, a game state in which the first main game symbol is a main symbol change), a binary number is used as a 2-byte timer. “0011 1010 1001 1000” is set. The binary number “0011 1010 1001 1000” is 15000 in decimal number, and a timer interrupt occurs every 4 ms, and a timer update process is executed every timer interrupt, so 15000 × 4 ms = 60000 ms, and 60 seconds are counted. I do. When 600 seconds is selected as the fluctuation time in the probability change / non-time shortening game (that is, the game state in which the second main game symbol is the main symbol fluctuation), "0010 0100 1001 1111 0000" in binary as a 3-byte timer. Is set in the upper one byte and the lower two bytes. Specifically, “0010” is set in the upper one byte and “0100 1001 1111 0000” is set in the lower two bytes, and 600 seconds are counted.

  Next, in step 1407-11, the CPUC100 of the main control board M makes the first main game symbol on the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 according to the temporarily stored variation mode. Start the variable display of. Next, in Step 1407-12, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the first main game change flag, and proceeds to Step 1407-19.

  On the other hand, if No in step 1407-1, in step 1407-13, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether the first main game fluctuation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1407-13, the flow proceeds to step 1407-14, and in the case of No in step 1407-13, the flow proceeds to the next process {the process of step 1400 (2) (second)).

  Next, in step 1407-14, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the first main game symbol change interruption flag is off. If Yes in step 1407-14, the process moves to step 1407-19. On the other hand, if No in step 1407-14, in step 1407-15, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the small hit execution flag has changed from on to off. If Yes in step 1407-15, in step 1407-16, the CPUC100 of the main control board M turns off the main game symbol change interruption flag. Next, in step 1407-17-1, the CPU C100 of the main control board M restarts the change of the first main game symbol. Next, in step 1407-17-2, the CPU C100 of the main control board M restarts the subtraction of the first main game timer. Next, in step 1407-18, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a command (command to the sub side) related to the information that the symbol change of the first main game symbol has been restarted, and the next process # The process proceeds to step 1400 (2) (second process)). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1407-15, the processing shifts to the next processing {the processing of step 1400 (2) (second processing)}.

  Next, in step 1407-19, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the first main game timer has timed out. If Yes in step 1407-19, in step 1407-20, the CPUC100 of the main control board M stops the first main game symbol with the determined stop symbol. In the case of No in step 1407-19, in step 1407-21, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is turned on by the processing of the second main game symbol (the bigger hit in the second main game symbol). Is started). In the case of Yes in step 1407-21, in step 1407-22, the CPUC100 of the main control board M stops the first main game symbol with a lost symbol. When Steps 1407-20 and 1407-22 are completed, the routine goes to Step 1407-27. When the first main game symbol is stopped, a symbol fixed time of a predetermined time (for example, 800 ms) is provided, and the symbol fixed time is updated by a 2-byte timer updating process.

  On the other hand, if No in step 1407-21, in step 1407-23, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the small hit flag is on by the processing of the second main game symbol. If Yes in step 1407-23, in step 1407-24, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the first main game symbol change interruption flag. Next, in step 1407-25, the CPU C100 of the main control board M temporarily stops subtraction of the first main game timer. Next, in step 1407-26, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a command (command to the sub side) related to information indicating that the symbol change of the first main game symbol has been interrupted, and performs the next process # The processing shifts to step 1400 (2) (second processing)). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1407-23, the processing shifts to the next processing {the processing of step 1400 (2) (second)).

  Next, in step 1407-27, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a command (command to the sub side) relating to information indicating that the first main game symbol has been stopped and displayed, and in step 1407-28, The CPU C100 of the main control board M turns off the first main game change flag. Next, in step 1430, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a big hit symbol. If Yes in step 1430, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the condition device operation flag in step 1440, and proceeds to step 1500. On the other hand, if No in step 1430, the process moves to step 1500.

  Next, in step 1500, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1550).

  Next, FIG. 38 shows a second main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 (2) (second) of FIG. 36 in the second embodiment. First, in step 1408-1, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the second variation start condition is satisfied. Here, the second fluctuation start condition is that the special game is not being performed (or the condition device is operating), the second main game symbol is not being fluctuated, the second main game symbol is on hold, and The condition is that you are not playing a hit game. That is, since the parallel lottery can be executed, when executing the process relating to the second main game symbol, there is no problem even if the first main game symbol fluctuates, but the second main game symbol fluctuates. If there is, the change start condition according to the second main game side is not satisfied. Although not shown in the present example, when a variable fixed time (time for stopping and displaying the final display symbol after the final display of the second main game symbol) is provided, during the variable fixed time, the next fluctuation You may comprise so that a start condition may not be satisfy | filled.

  Next, in the case of Yes in step 1408-1, in steps 1408-2 and 1408-3, the CPUC100 of the main control board M temporarily stores the second main game content determination random number related to the current symbol variation. And delete it from the hold information (holding digestion processing). Next, in step 1408-4, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the second main game success / failure lottery table corresponding to each game state in the second embodiment, and determines the second main game content determination random number (particularly, , A random lottery based on the winning lottery). In the second main game symbol winning / decreasing lottery, if the first main game symbol is changing symbols related to the big hit symbol, (1) the random number value of the winning / reflecting lottery result (of the second main game symbol) is a big hit. If the result of the lottery (for the second main game symbol) is a small hit, the small hit is determined as it is. In other words, a state in which the big hit is won in both the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol and the fluctuation of the big hit is not feasible. During the fluctuation in which the first main game symbol becomes a big hit, the second main game symbol may win a small hit.

  Next, in step 1408-5, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the second main game symbol determination lottery table in the second embodiment, and obtains the second main game symbol winning / losing lottery result and the second main game content. Stop symbols related to the second main game symbol are determined based on the determined random numbers (particularly, symbol random numbers), and these are temporarily stored. Next, in step 1408-6, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M refers to the second main game variation mode determination lottery table corresponding to each game state in the second embodiment, and determines whether or not the main game symbol win / fail lottery result has been obtained. The variation mode of the second main game symbol is determined based on the second main game content determination random number (in particular, the variation mode lottery random number), and these are temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M.

  Here, the main game table 3 shown in FIG. 42 is an example of a second main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table. As shown in the figure, in the second embodiment, the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol with respect to a certain random number value is determined based on the result of the winning or non-selection of the main game symbol, the probability change flag state, and the time saving flag state. It is configured to obtain. For example, the symbol change time when the second main game symbol is lost is determined by the first main game side being the main game from the symbol change in the game state where the second main game side is the main game (probable change / non-time reduction game). In the game state (non-probable change / non-time-reduced game, non-probable change / time-reduced game, or probable-change / time-reduced game), the symbol variation is likely to be relatively longer. This example is merely an example, and there is no limitation on the type of variation mode (variation time), the selectivity, and the like.

  Next, in step 1408-7, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the determined stop symbol is a big hit symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1408-7, in step 1408-9, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M determines the special game contents (big hit start demonstration time, information on the big hit start demonstration during production, etc.) based on the big hit symbol, and And store it in the buffer. Next, in the case of No in Step 1408-7, in Step 1408-8, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether the determined stop symbol is a small hit symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1408-8, in step 1408-10, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M determines the small hit game contents (small hit start demonstration time, information on small hit medium production, etc.) based on the small hit symbol. , Stored in the small hit buffer. In the second embodiment, at the start of the symbol change, the gaming state is stored in the change start storage buffer shown in FIG. 40 based on the determined big hit symbol and small hit symbol. As described above, the fluctuation start storage buffer is configured to be separately provided for the big hit and the small hit. For example, in the case of a big hit, A (10 seconds) is stored in the storage area of the big hit hit start demonstration time, and C (Fanfare effect) is stored in the storage area of the big hit hit start demonstration effect contents. In the case of a small hit, B (2 seconds) is stored in the storage area of the hit start demonstration time for the small hit, and D (small hit start effect) is stored in the storage area of the hit start demonstration effect content for the small hit. I do. As a small hit start effect, a process of counting up the display of the number of small hits or the like is executed in the case of the probability change and the non-time shortening state. The big hit start demo time and the small hit start demo time are updated in the 2-byte timer update process of the timer update process. If Steps 1408-9 and 1408-10 are completed, or if Step 1408-8 is No, the process moves to Step 1408-11. The change start storage buffer is provided separately for the big hit buffer and the small hit buffer. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The first main game buffer and the second main game buffer may be used. .

  Next, in step 1408-11, the CPUC100 of the main control board M temporarily stores the commands (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information, change mode information, etc.) related to the second main game symbol and the current game state. (Symbol change display start instruction command) is set in a command transmission buffer for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1999). I do. Next, in step 1408-12, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined time relating to the fluctuation time of the second main game symbol in the second main game symbol fluctuation management timer, and starts subtraction.

  Next, in step 1408-13, the CPUC100 of the main control board M makes the second main game symbol on the second main game symbol display unit B21g of the second main game symbol display device B20 according to the temporarily stored variation mode. Start the variable display of. Next, in step 1408-14, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the second main game change flag, and proceeds to step 1408-16.

  On the other hand, if No in step 1408-1, in step 1408-15, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether the second main game fluctuation flag is on. If Yes in step 1408-15, the process proceeds to step 1408-16, and if No in step 1408-15, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1550).

  Next, in step 1408-16, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the second main game timer has timed out. If Yes in step 1408-16, in step 1408-17, the CPUC100 of the main control board M stops the second main game symbol with the determined stop symbol. If No in step 1408-16, in step 1408-18, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is turned on by the processing of the first main game symbol (the bigger hit in the first main game symbol). Is started). In the case of Yes in step 1408-18, in step 1408-19, the CPUC100 of the main control board M stops the second main game symbol with a lost symbol (while the first main game symbol fluctuates, the first main game symbol is changed). When the big hit symbol stops, the second main game symbol is forcibly stopped with a lost symbol). When Steps 1408-17 and 1408-19 are completed, the process moves to Step 1408-20. On the other hand, if No in step 1408-18, the process moves to the next process (the process in step 1550). Although not shown, when the second main game symbol is stopped, a symbol fixed time (may be referred to as a variable fixed time) of a predetermined time (for example, 500 ms) is provided, and the symbol fixed time is 2 bytes. It is updated in the timer update process. The symbol fixed time may be the same time or different time when the first main game symbol is stopped and when the second main game symbol is stopped, or may be different depending on the game state.

  Next, in step 1408-20, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a command (command to the sub control board S side) related to information indicating that the second main game symbol has been stopped and displayed. At 21, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns off the second main game fluctuation flag. Here, in step 1408-20, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a command indicating whether or not the fluctuation of the first main game symbol has been stopped. Specifically, an interruption command (MODE: C6H) shown in FIG. 50 is set. At this time, if the change of the first main game symbol is not stopped, the CPUC100 of the main control board M sets a command indicating that the first main game symbol is not interrupted as MODE: C6H and EVENT: 00H. I do. Here, when the first main game symbol is interrupted, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a command indicating that the first main game symbol is interrupted as MODE: C6H and EVENT: 01H. If the first main game symbol is interrupted while the losing symbol is stopped, the CPUC100 of the main control board M sets MODE: C6H and EVENT: 02H to interrupt the first main game symbol while the losing symbol is stopped. Set a command to indicate that

  Next, in step 1408-22, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a big hit symbol. If Yes in step 1408-22, in step 1408-23, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets the big hit start demonstration time based on the contents of the big hit buffer, and in step 1408-24, the CPU C100 of the main control board M CPUC100 turns on the condition device operation flag. On the other hand, if No in step 1408-22, in step 1408-25, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the stopped symbol is a small hit symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1408-25, in step 1408-26, the CPUC 100 of the main control board M sets a small hit start demonstration time based on the contents of the small hit buffer, and in step 1408-27, the main control board M The M CPU C100 turns on the small hit flag. The big hit start demo time and the small hit start demo time are updated in the 2-byte timer update process of the timer update process. When Steps 1408-24 and 1408-27 are completed, and when Step 1408-25 is No, the process proceeds to Step 1500.

  Next, in step 1500, the CPU C100 of the main control board M executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 43 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1500 (second) in FIGS. 37 and 38 in the second embodiment. The differences from the present embodiment are step 1503-1, step 1503-2, and step 1503-3. First, in step 1503-1, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the probable change end condition is satisfied. Here, the probable change end conditions are (1) that the number of times of change reached 10,000 times in the probable change state, and (2) that the non-probable change symbol was won. In addition, the term “number of times of change 10000 times in the probability change state” is a specification in which the number of times of change in the so-called ST machine is set to 10000 times, and the probability change substantially continues until the next big hit. It is to be noted that the present invention is not limited to this, and it is also possible to set the probable changing end condition only to (2) winning the non-probable changing symbol. Next, in step 1503-2, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the time-saving termination condition has been satisfied. Note that the time reduction termination condition will be described in a game state determination process after the end of the special game in step 1650 (second) in FIG. 46 described later. If Yes in step 1503-2, in step 1503-3, the CPUC100 of the main control unit M turns off the time reduction flag, and proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1550). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1503-2, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing of step 1550).

  Next, FIG. 44 is a flowchart of the special game operation condition determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1550 in FIG. 32 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 1554 (second). In step 1554 (second), the CPU 100 of the main control board M turns off the specific game flag (main game probability change flag / time saving flag).

  Next, FIG. 45 is a flowchart of a special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. 32 in the second embodiment. The difference from this embodiment is that step 1601 (second), step 1609-1 (second), step 1609-1 (second), step 1611-1 (second), step 1611-2 (second ), Step 1611-3 (second), and step 1650 (second). In step 1601 (second), the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the big hit start demonstration flag is off. If Yes in step 1601 (second), the process proceeds to step 1602; if No in step 1601 (second), the process proceeds to step 1611-1 (second). Next, in step 1609-1 (second), the CPUC100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined value (10 seconds) to the big hit start demonstration time timer and starts the timer. Next, in Step 1609-2 (second), the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the big hit start demonstration flag. Next, in step 1611-1 (second), the CPU 100 of the main control board M determines whether the big hit start demonstration time timer value is 0 or not. If Yes in step 1611-1 (second), in step 1611-2 (second), the CPUC 100 of the main control board M turns off the big hit start demonstration flag. Next, in step 1611-3 (second), the CPUC100 of the main control board M turns on the special game execution flag, and proceeds to step 1612. If the determination in Step 1611-1 (second) is No, the process moves to the next process (the process in Step 1700). Step 1650 (second) is a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described with reference to FIG.

  Next, FIG. 46 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of step 1650 (second) in FIG. 45 in the second embodiment. The differences from the present embodiment are step 1651-1, step 1651-2, and step 1653-1. In step 1651-1, the CPU 100 of the main control board M determines that the stop symbol is the big hit symbol (the big hit symbol that shifts to the probability variation game state after the big hit is completed. In this example, 2A-A, 2B-A , 2CA, 2AB, and 2BB). In the case of Yes at step 1651-1, the process shifts to step 1654, and then shifts to step 1651-2. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1651-1, the processing shifts to step 1651-2. Next, in step 1651-2, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not it is determined to shift to the time shortening game state after the end of the big hit, based on the game state at the time of the big hit and the big hit symbol. (See the table on the right in the figure). If Yes in step 1651-2, in step 1653-1, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the time saving flag, and proceeds to the next process {the process of step 1700 (second)}. Note that also in the case of No in step 1651-2, the processing shifts to the next processing {the processing of step 1700 (second)}. Here, the number of probable changes and the number of reductions in time are described. A big hit symbol with a probability change is selected as a hit symbol, and when there is a further reduction in time, 10,000 times are selected as the number of probability changes and 10,000 times as the number of time reductions. When the big hit symbol (2D-A) without the probability change is selected as the big hit symbol of the first main game symbol, the time saving end condition is common in any game state, and (1) the first main game symbol is 30 The number of times, (2) the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol satisfy a total of 99 times, and the time saving is ended. When the big hit symbol (2C-B, 2D-B, 2E-B) without the probability change is selected in the big hit symbol of the second main game symbol, the time-saving termination condition is different based on the game state and the big hit symbol. . Specifically, the gaming state when the jackpot is won is a gaming state (a non-probable and non-time saving state, a non-probable and time saving state, a probable and time saving state) in which the symbol fluctuation on the first main game side is the main game. In some cases, and in the gaming state where the winning state is won and the symbol state of the second main game side is mainly a symbol variation (variable and non-time saving), the big hit symbol 2C-B uses a common time saving termination condition (first (Either (1) or (2) described in the big hit symbol of the main game symbol is satisfied), but the game state when the big hit is won is a game in which the symbol fluctuation on the second main game side is the main variation. In the state (probable and non-time saving), in the big hit symbol 2D-B, (1) the first main game symbol is 60 times, and (2) the first main game symbol / the second main game symbol is 99 times in total. The structure is such that when the time is satisfied, the time saving ends. Further, in the gaming state in which the symbol state on the second main gaming side is the main gaming state when the jackpot is won (probable change and non-time saving), (1) the first main gaming symbol is 90 in the jackpot symbol 2E-B. The number of times, (2) the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol satisfy a total of 99 times, and the time saving is ended.

  Next, FIG. 47 is a flowchart of the small hitting game control processing according to the subroutine of step 1700 (second) in FIG. 32 in the second embodiment. First, in step 1703-1, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the small hit start demonstration flag is off. If Yes in step 1703-1, in step 17032-2, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether the small hit flag is on. If Yes in step 1703-2, in step 1703-3, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns off the small hit flag. Next, in step 1703-4, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets the opening pattern of the special winning opening C20 relating to the round. Next, in step 1703-5, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a game state information command relating to the start of the small hit game on the sub side. Next, in step 1703-6, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a predetermined value (for example, 2 seconds) to a small hit start demonstration time timer and starts the timer. Next, a step 1703-7 turns on the small hit start demonstration flag. On the other hand, if No in step 1703-1, the process moves to step 1703-8. If the answer is No in Step 1703-2, in Step 1703-13, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the small hit execution flag is on. If Yes in step 1703-13, the process moves to step 1703-14. Next, in step 1703-8, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the small hit start demonstration time timer value is 0. If Yes in step 1703-8, in step 1703-9, the CPUC100 of the main control board M turns off the small hit start demonstration flag. Next, in step 1703-10, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns on the small hit execution flag. Next, in step 1703-11, the CPU C100 of the main control board M opens the second big winning port C20 and starts the small hit game. Next, in step 1703-12, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a game state information command relating to the small hit game on the sub control board S side. Next, in step 1703-14, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not there is a winning in the second big winning opening C20. In the case of Yes in step 1703-14, in step 1703-15, the CPU C100 of the main control board M determines whether or not a predetermined number (in this example, 10) of prizes has been won in the second winning port C20. If Yes in step 1703-15, the process moves to step 1703-17. On the other hand, in the case of No at Step 1703-14 or Step 1703-15, at Step 1703-16, the CPU C100 of the main control board M reaches the small hitting game timer value for a predetermined time (for example, 1.800 seconds). It is determined whether or not. If Yes in step 1703-16, the process moves to step 1703-17. In the small hit game, the second big winning opening C20 may be opened a plurality of times. Specifically, the opening time of the second special winning opening C20 is measured, and when a specific time (for example, 0.200 seconds) is reached, the second special winning opening C20 is closed, and the total opening time is a predetermined time (for example, 1 second). .800 seconds), the small hitting game may be terminated, and if the predetermined time has not been reached, the second big winning opening C20 may be opened again. Further, the number of times the second big winning opening C20 is opened may be made different depending on the small hit symbol.

  Next, in step 1703-17, the CPU C100 of the main control board M closes the second big winning opening C20. Thereafter, a restart command (MODE: C7H) shown in FIG. 50 to be transmitted to the sub side is set. Specifically, when the fluctuation of the first main game symbol is not stopped, the CPUC100 of the main control board M sends a command indicating that there is no resumption of the first main game symbol as MODE: C7H and EVENT: 00H. set. When the change of the first main game symbol has been stopped, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a command indicating that the change of the first main game symbol has been restarted as MODE: C7H and EVENT: 01H. Further, when restarting the loss of the first main game symbol, the CPUC100 of the main control board M sets the MODE: C7H and EVENT: 02H to indicate that the first main game symbol has restarted the loss of the loss. Is set. Next, in step 1703-17, the CPU C100 of the main control board M resets the small hitting game timer. Next, in step 1703-23, the CPU C100 of the main control board M sets a small hit game end display command to the sub side. Next, in step 1703-24, the CPU C100 of the main control board M turns off the small hit execution flag, and proceeds to the next process (step 1997). It should be noted that also in the case of No in Steps 1703-13 and 1703-16, the processing shifts to the next processing (Step 1997).

  Next, FIG. 48 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. The difference from this embodiment is step 2100 (second). In step 2100 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the sound volume / light amount adjustment processing, and proceeds to step 2400.

  Next, FIG. 49 is a flowchart of the volume / light amount adjustment processing according to the subroutine of step 2100 (second) in FIG. 48 in the second embodiment. First, in step 2101, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the current gaming state is the probability varying gaming state and the non-time shortening gaming state (that is, the symbol variation in the second main gaming symbol is mainly It is determined whether or not the game state is the game of the game). In the case of Yes in step 2101 (= in the case of a game state in which the symbol change in the second main game symbol is a main game), in step 2102, the CPUSC of the sub control board S performs the button operation (the operation of the cross button SB-2) ) Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2103, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the volume adjustment or the light amount adjustment related to the symbol variation on the second main game side in accordance with the button operation (the operation of the cross button SB-2). (For example, the volume is decreased by one step by operating the left button, the volume is increased by one step by operating the right button, the light quantity is increased by one step by operating the upper button, and the light quantity is decreased by one step by operating the lower button). On the other hand, if No in step 2101 (= a game state in which a symbol change in the first main game symbol is a main game), in step 2104, the CPUSC of the sub control board S makes a symbol change in the first main game symbol. Is stopped or not. In the case of Yes in step 2104, in step 2105, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not a button operation (operation of the cross button SB-2) has been performed. In the case of Yes in step 2105, in step 2106, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the volume adjustment or the light amount adjustment related to the symbol variation on the first main game side in accordance with the button operation (the operation of the cross button SB-2). I do. The volume adjustment or the light amount adjustment may be configured such that the volume adjustment and the light amount adjustment can be performed by operating the cross button SB-2 after the sub input button SB is operated. When the sub-input button SB is operated when the pattern does not fluctuate and the hold does not exist for 3 seconds or more), the menu screen is displayed, and the cross button SB-2 is operated on the menu screen. By selecting the desired item and operating the sub input button SB again, a screen for adjusting the volume or light amount may be displayed. The timing at which the volume or light amount can be adjusted is in the non-probable and non-time saving state, in the non-probable and time saving state, in the probable and time saving state, while the fluctuation of the first main game symbol is stopped (the fluctuation of the second main game symbol is stopped or In the probable and non-time saving state, it is possible at any time regardless of whether the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol are changing or are not changing. I have. After the end of step 2103 and step 2106, if step 2102, step 2104, and step 2105 are No, the process moves to the next process (step 2500).

  Next, FIG. 50 is a time chart according to the second embodiment relating to the suspension / resumption of the symbol fluctuation and the forcible stop of the lost symbol. First, timing (1) is a timing at which the big hit variation starts in the first main game symbol while the second main game symbol loses variation in the normal state (non-probable variation and non-time saving state). Next, timing (2) is a timing at which the big hit fluctuation of the first main game symbol stops. At this time, even if the loss fluctuation of the second main game symbol has not yet passed the fluctuation time, the fluctuation of the second main game symbol is stopped based on the stop of the big hit fluctuation of the first main game symbol. . Next, at the timing (5), in the latent state (probable change and non-time saving state), the first main game symbol is losing, and the small hit change is stopped in the second main game symbol. At this time, if the loss fluctuation of the first main game symbol has not yet passed the fluctuation time, the loss fluctuation of the first main game symbol is changed based on the stop of the small hit fluctuation in the second main game symbol. Interrupted. The CPUC 100 of the main control board M transmits an interruption command (a command indicating an interruption during the change) to the CPUSC of the sub control board S. Next, the timing (8) is a timing when the small hitting game by the second main game symbol ends. At this time, the loss change of the first main game symbol that has been interrupted is restarted, and the CPUC100 of the main control board M transmits a restart command (a command indicating restart of the change) to the CPUSC of the sub-control board S. Next, at the timing (9), in the latent state (probable change and non-time saving state), the loss of the first main game symbol is changing, and the change of the big hit in the second main game symbol is stopped. At this time, even if the loss fluctuation of the first main game symbol has not yet passed the fluctuation time, the fluctuation of the loss of the first main game symbol is stopped based on the stop of the big hit fluctuation of the second main game symbol. .

  Next, FIG. 51 is a time chart showing the timing at which the volume and light amount can be adjusted in the second embodiment. Basically, it is possible to adjust the volume and the light amount for the fluctuation-response effect relating to the symbol fluctuation on the main game side. In the gaming state in which the symbol change of the first main game symbol is mainly performed, the volume and the light amount can be adjusted while the symbol change of the first main game symbol is stopped, and the symbol change of the second main game symbol is mainly performed. In this state, the volume and light amount can be adjusted at any time. Specifically, first, in the hiding state (probable change and non-time saving state), when both the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol at the timing (1) are in the stop of fluctuation, and the special symbol at the timing (2) Is fluctuating, the volume and light amount can be adjusted for the game on the second main game side (at the timing (2), the second main game symbol is fluctuating, but the first main game is fluctuating). The same is true even when the design is changing). Next, the timing (3) is a time-saving state (a game state in which the symbol change of the first main game symbol is mainly performed), in which the first main game symbol is in the stop of the change and the second main game symbol is in the change. . At this time, since the first main game symbol, which is the main game, is in the stop state, the volume and light amount of the game on the first main game side can be adjusted. Next, the timing (4) is a time-saving state (a game state in which the symbol change of the first main game symbol is mainly performed), and both the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol are changing. At this time, since the first main game symbol, which is the main game, is changing, it is impossible to adjust the volume and the light amount for the game on the first main game side. Next, timing (5) is a timing at which the time reduction state ends and the state shifts to the normal state. The normal state is a game state in which the symbol fluctuation of the first main game symbol is the main. Therefore, if the symbol fluctuation of the first main game symbol is stopped, the volume and the light amount of the game on the first main game side are adjusted. is there. Therefore, at the timing (5), the volume and the light amount can be adjusted. Next, timing (6) is a timing at which a predetermined time (for example, 242 seconds) has elapsed in a state where both the symbol fluctuation on the first main game side and the symbol fluctuation on the second main game side have stopped in the normal state. At this time, a standby demonstration effect (an effect that can be executed when it is determined that the game is not progressing, for example, an effect of displaying a moving image related to the description of characters appearing in various effects on a gaming machine) is generated. The volume and light amount during the standby demonstration may be the contents set by the player, or may be set to the default settings upon transition to the standby demonstration effect. The CPUC100 of the main control board M measures a predetermined time for generating the standby demonstration effect, transmits a command indicating that the predetermined time has elapsed to the CPUSC of the sub-control board S, and the CPUSC of the sub-control board S The standby demonstration effect may be generated based on the received command indicating that the predetermined time has elapsed, or the standby demonstration effect may be generated by measuring the lapse of the predetermined time by the CPUSC of the sub-control board S. Good. In the gaming state in which the symbol change of the first main game symbol is mainly changed, the volume and the light amount can be adjusted on condition that the first main game symbol is stopped changing. After 2 seconds have elapsed, the volume and light amount may be adjusted.

  Next, FIG. 52 is a game state transition diagram in the second embodiment. Here, the main game flow will be described. First, in the normal state (the non-probability changing game state and the non-time shortening game state), the player aims to enter the first main game starting port A10 (left-handed) and plays the game with the first main game symbol. Do. When the first main game symbol becomes a big hit, the non-probable change and the time saving hit (the non-probability change after the big hit ends and the big hit which shifts to the game state and the time reduction game state), the certain change and the time saving (the probability change after the big hit end) It can be any of a big hit that shifts to the gaming state and the time-saving game state), a positive change, and a non-time saving hit (a big hit that shifts to the probability-variable gaming state and the non-time-saving game state after the end of the big hit). In the case of a non-probable change and a reduction in working hours, a game is performed by changing the first main game symbol by entering the right first main game start opening A30 (at this time, since the time is shortened, the player hits the right to play the right game). The game is played at the first main game start port A30). Similarly, in the case of the probability change and the time saving state, the game is performed by changing the first main game symbol by entering the right first main game start port A30. In the latent state (probability changing game state and non-time shortening game state), the game is performed by changing the second main game symbol (right-handed to aim at the second main game start opening B10). In the latent state (probability changing game state and non-time shortening game state), a winning is obtained by winning a small hit in the second main game symbol (the fluctuation time of the second main game symbol in the latent state is relatively This is the shortest time, so that the winning can be obtained by successively winning small hits.) This state is the most advantageous state for the player. In the non-probability fluctuation game state and the time reduction game state, the probability fluctuation game state and the time reduction game state, the most advantageous latent state (probability fluctuation game state and the non-time reduction game state) by winning the probability change and the non-time reduction hit. It is possible to transfer to. In the latent state (probability changing game state and non-time shortening game state), if a non-probable change and a time saving are won, the game shifts to the non-probability changing game state and the time shortening game state. At this time, the number of working hours may be different depending on the hit symbol. If the time reduction end condition is satisfied in the non-probability changing game state and the time reduction game state, the non-probability change game state and the non-time reduction game state are set, and the latent state (the probability change game state and the non-time reduction game state) is aimed again. Becomes

(Summary of Second Embodiment)
With the above configuration, according to the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, a timer capable of measuring two bytes in a gaming machine in which the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol can simultaneously change the symbol When there is a value (for example, symbol fixed time, 10 seconds) and a timer value to be measured in 3 bytes (for example, fluctuation time 600 seconds), and it is necessary to set a long timer value that uses 3 bytes In addition, by setting “1 byte + 2 bytes”, it is possible to update the 3-byte timer by using the update process of the 2-byte timer, thereby setting a long time as the fluctuation time of the non-main design fluctuation. Processing was configured efficiently (without squeezing data capacity). With such a configuration, the CPU having no 3-byte update instruction can appropriately perform 3-byte update processing, and further does not impose a data capacity. In addition, when a small hit occurs in the second main game symbol (in the second main game symbol, it is easy to win the small hit), the symbol change of the first main game symbol is interrupted, By making the storage buffer at the time of start of change different at the time of hit, in the game state where the second main game symbol is the main, the big hit of the first main game symbol is won by winning the small hit with the second main game symbol. We eliminated concerns about disappearing. More specifically, first, by storing in the storage buffer at the start of the change, it is possible to determine whether a big hit or a small hit has occurred depending on the game state at the start of the change. With this configuration, it is determined at the end of the fluctuation that a jackpot has been reached after the end of the probability change or the end of the time saving (that is, when 100 time savings is the upper limit number, it is stored at the start of the big hit). The content to be played is "big hit at the 100th time saving time", but if it is determined at the end of the big hit, it becomes "big hit at the time saving end (= non-time saving state)", and the gaming state becomes disadvantageous for the player. Will be. ｝. As described above, when the change becomes a big hit or a small hit, the game state at the start of the change and the big hit or the small hit of the change are stored, but a plurality of main game symbols do not change at the same time. In this case, since only one of the big hits or the small hits can occur, the content to be stored at the start of the change only needs to be the storage buffer related to the “hit”. However, in a configuration in which a plurality of main game symbols fluctuate at the same time, for example, when a big hit is fluctuating in a first main game symbol, and then a small hit is won in a second main game symbol, At the start of the change of the game symbol, the game state at the start of the change and the big hit are stored in the storage buffer relating to the "hit". Thereafter, when a small hit is won in the second main game symbol, the content is overwritten in the storage buffer related to “hit”. In this case, despite the fact that the first main game symbol was a big hit, the small hit of the second main game symbol generated later causes the content of the big hit of the first main game symbol to disappear. In order to solve this phenomenon, the big hit buffer and the small hit buffer are separated. Furthermore, by making the conditions for volume and light amount adjustment different between when playing with the first main game pattern and when playing with the second main game pattern, it is possible to adjust at a timing suitable for the game state. Like that. The timing at which the volume or light amount can be adjusted is in a non-probable and non-time saving state, in a non-probable and non-working state, and in a probable and time saving state, while the first main game design is in a fluctuation stop (the second main game design is in a fluctuation stop or It is possible to change any of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol while the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol are changing or in the stopped state. I have.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (1)
A first starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
A second starting port (for example, a second main game starting port B10) into which game balls can enter,
A first identification information display unit capable of displaying the first identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g);
A second identification information display unit capable of displaying the second identification information (for example, a second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
An effect display unit (e.g., effect display device SG) capable of displaying an effect,
An operation member (for example, a sub input button SB, a cross button SB-2) operable by a player,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling the production display on the production display unit (for example, the production display device SG),
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
First random number acquiring means for acquiring a first random number based on a ball entering a first starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10);
A first game content determining means for executing a hit / fail determination based on the first random number, and determining a stop display mode of the first identification information and a variable display mode of the first identification information based on the result of the hit / fail determination,
According to the determination by the first game content determination means, first identification information display control means to control to stop display the first identification information after variably displaying the first identification information in the first identification information display unit,
A second random number acquiring means for acquiring a second random number based on a ball entering a second starting port (for example, a second main game starting port B10);
A second game content determination unit that performs a hit determination based on a second random number, and determines a stop display mode of the second identification information and a variable display mode of the second identification information based on the result of the hit determination,
According to the determination by the second game content determination means, the second identification information display control means to control to stop display the second identification information after variably displaying the second identification information in the second identification information display unit,
After the result of the success / failure determination based on the first random number is winning and the first identification information is stopped and displayed, or after the result of the success / failure determination based on the second random number is winning and the second identification information is stopped and displayed Special game control means capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player,
Game information transmission means for transmitting to the sub game unit side game information necessary for effect display performed on the sub game unit side,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
A game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M);
Effect display content control means for controlling the effect display content displayed on the effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG) based on the game information received by the game information receiving means;
Player adjustment control means capable of adjusting the volume or light amount by operating an operation member (for example, the sub input button SB, the cross button SB-2),
Based on the result of the success / failure determination based on the first random number or the result of the success / failure determination based on the first random number or the second random number based on the low probability lottery state in which the probability of the success / failure determination based on the second random number is a predetermined probability. A high probability lottery state in which the probability that the result of the success / failure determination is a winning is higher than the predetermined probability,
A normal game state and a specific game state in which it is easier to enter a ball into a second start port (for example, the second main game start port B10) than in the normal game state,
In the case of the low probability lottery state and the normal game state, the volume or the light amount is adjusted even if the operation member (for example, the sub input button SB or the cross button SB-2) is operated during the variable display of the first identification information. Is configured to not be
In the case of the low-probability lottery state and the normal game state, when the operation member (for example, the sub input button SB, the cross button SB-2) is operated during the fluctuation display of the second identification information, the volume or the light amount is adjusted. A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to play.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (2)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10) into which game balls can enter;
A main game identification information display portion capable of displaying main game identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display portion A21g, a second main game symbol display portion B21g);
A main game unit (eg, a main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit (e.g., an effect display device SG) having at least an auxiliary game identification information display unit (e.g., a decorative symbol display area SG <b> 11) capable of changing and stopping the sub game identification information, and capable of displaying an effect;
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) that controls display of the effect,
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquiring means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering a starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining unit, the obtained random number is temporarily stored until a variable display start condition of the main game identification information is satisfied, and a random number temporary storage unit that controls the occurrence of a hold,
In a case where the condition for starting the variable display of the main game identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, a success / failure determination is performed based on the random number related to the certain hold, and a stop display mode of the main game identification information based on the success / failure determination result and the main game Game content determining means for determining a variation display mode of identification information;
According to the determination by the game content determining means, the main game identification information is displayed on the main game identification information display sections (for example, the first main game symbol display section A21g, the second main game symbol display section B21g), and then the main game identification information is displayed. Identification information display control means for controlling to stop displaying information,
A special game control means for executing a special game advantageous to the player after the result of the judgment on the random number is a winning and the main game identification information is stopped and displayed,
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for effect display performed on the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side;
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
A game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from a main game unit (for example, a main control board M);
Effect display content control means capable of displaying sub-game identification information on an effect display unit (for example, effect display device SG) based on the game information received by the game information receiving means;
During the period in which the main game identification information is variably displayed on the main game identification information display section, the time until the sub game identification information is variably displayed on the sub game identification information display section and then temporarily stopped and displayed. The first half pseudo fluctuation, and comprises a sub-game identification information display control means capable of executing a pseudo fluctuation display for controlling from the temporary stop display to the final stop display as the latter half pseudo fluctuation,
It is possible to execute a look-ahead effect indicating the degree of expectation of the execution of the special game related to the specific hold before the change display start condition of the identification information related to the specific hold is satisfied after the specific hold has occurred,
The variation display mode that the main game identification information can take has at least a short-term variation and a long-term variation in which the variation display time is longer than the short-term variation,
During execution of the look-ahead effect, if the variation display mode of the main game identification information is the short-time variation, the sub game identification information does not execute the pseudo variation display, while the variation display mode of the main game identification information is the long variation. When it is time fluctuation, the sub game identification information is configured to be able to execute the pseudo fluctuation display,
In the case where the specific hold has occurred, the process is executed during the variable display of the main game identification information regarding all the holds for all the holds that occurred before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information regarding the specific hold. As an effect mode of the look-ahead effect, it is configured to determine an effect mode corresponding to the first half pseudo fluctuation and an effect mode corresponding to the second half pseudo fluctuation,
During the execution of the look-ahead effect, if the pseudo-variation display is not to be executed during the variation display of the main game identification information related to the hold that occurred before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the specific hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to execute an effect mode corresponding to the second half pseudo fluctuation.

The pachinko gaming machine according to the concept (3) is:
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10) into which game balls can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying main game identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g, a second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (eg, a main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit (e.g., effect display device SG) capable of displaying an effect,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) that controls display of the effect,
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquiring means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering a starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a second main game starting port B10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining unit, the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied, and a random number temporary storage unit that controls generation of a hold is provided.
In the case where the change display start condition of the main game identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, a determination is made based on the random number related to the certain hold, and a stop display mode of the identification information and a change in the identification information based on the result of the determination. Game content determining means for determining a display mode;
In accordance with the determination by the game content determining means, the identification information is displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g), and then the identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means for controlling;
A special game control means for executing a special game advantageous to the player after the result of the judgment on the random number is a winning and the identification information is stopped and displayed,
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for effect display performed on the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side;
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
A game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from a main game unit (for example, a main control board M);
Effect display content control means capable of displaying an effect on an effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) based on the game information received by the game information receiving means;
It is possible to execute a look-ahead effect indicating the degree of expectation of the execution of the special game related to the specific hold before the change display start condition of the identification information related to the specific hold is satisfied after the specific hold has occurred,
It has at least a first variable display mode and a second variable display mode that is a variable display mode different from the first variable display mode as the variable display mode that the identification information can take,
In the case where the identification information is being variably displayed in the first variable display mode at the time of occurrence of the specific suspension, it is configured to start a pre-reading effect at the time of occurrence of the specific suspension,
If the identification information is being fluctuated in the second fluctuating display mode at the time of the occurrence of the specific suspension, it is configured to start a look-ahead effect after the occurrence of the specific suspension. Machine.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (4)
Starting ports (for example, first main game starting port A10, right first main game starting port A30, second main game starting port B10) into which game balls can enter;
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g, a second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (eg, a main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit (e.g., effect display device SG) capable of displaying an effect,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) that controls display of the effect,
Random number acquiring means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering a starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a right first main game starting port A30, a second main game starting port B10);
A game content determination unit that performs a determination as to whether the information is random based on a random number, and determines a stop display mode of the identification information and a variation display mode of the identification information based on the result of the determination.
In accordance with the determination by the game content determining means, the identification information is displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g, the second main game symbol display unit B21g), and then the identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means for controlling;
Special game control means for executing a special game advantageous to the player after the main game identification information is stopped and the winning result is determined based on the random number,
Interrupt processing executed at a predetermined interval and main processing which is different from the interrupt processing can be executed,
Timer update processing can be executed as interrupt processing,
As a storage area capable of storing the fluctuation time, it has at least a first storage area having a predetermined size and a second storage area larger than the first storage area,
As a storage area capable of storing a predetermined time value different from the fluctuation time, at least a third storage area having the same size as the second storage area is provided,
When the variation display mode is determined by the game content determination means, the variation time is stored in the first storage area and the second storage area,
The pachinko gaming machine is configured to execute a timer update process based on the value of the first storage area and the value of the second storage area when the identification information is displayed in a variable manner. .

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (5)
A first starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a right first main game starting port A30) into which a game ball can enter;
A second starting port (for example, a second main game starting port B10) into which game balls can enter,
A variable winning opening (for example, a first winning opening C10, a second winning opening C20) that can take a closed state and an open state;
A first identification information display unit capable of displaying the first identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g);
A second identification information display unit capable of displaying the second identification information (for example, a second main game symbol display unit B21g);
A main game unit (eg, a main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
An effect display unit (e.g., effect display device SG) capable of displaying an effect,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling the production,
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The main game section (for example, main control board M)
First random number acquiring means for acquiring a first random number based on a ball entering a first starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a right first main game starting port A30);
A first game content determining means for executing a hit / fail determination based on the first random number, and determining a stop display mode of the first identification information and a variable display mode of the first identification information based on the result of the hit / fail determination,
In accordance with the determination by the first game content determining means, control is performed such that the first identification information is variably displayed on the first identification information display section (for example, the first main game symbol display section A21g) and then the first identification information is stopped and displayed. First identification information display control means,
A second random number acquiring means for acquiring a second random number based on a ball entering a second starting port (for example, a second main game starting port B10);
A second game content determination unit that performs a hit determination based on a second random number, and determines a stop display mode of the second identification information and a variable display mode of the second identification information based on the result of the hit determination,
According to the determination by the second game content determining means, control is performed such that the second identification information is variably displayed on the second identification information display section (for example, the second main game symbol display section B21g) and then the second identification information is stopped and displayed. Second identification information display control means,
After the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined stop display mode, a predetermined number of balls are entered into a variable winning opening (for example, a first winning opening C10, a second winning opening C20). There is a variable winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) until the opening period of the variable winning winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) elapses a predetermined period. It is possible to execute a special game in which a unit game that can make the winning opening C20) an advantageous state for the player a plurality of times, and the second identification information is a stop display mode capable of stop display, or the first identification information and the second identification information After the two pieces of identification information are stopped and displayed in a specific stop display mode, which is a stop display mode that can be stopped and displayed, a specific number of variable winning ports (for example, a first winning port C10 and a second winning port C20). There is a ball or a variable winning opening (for example, Until the opening period of the winning opening C10 and the second winning opening C20 passes a specific period, the variable winning opening (for example, the first winning opening C10 and the second winning opening C20) may be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a variable winning opening game in which a unit game is executed once;
Game information transmitting means for transmitting game information necessary for effect control performed on the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) side;
Even if the first identification information is in the variable display, the variable display of the second identification information can be started, and even if the second identification information is in the variable display, the variable display of the first identification information can be started,
When the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the predetermined stop display mode during the variable display of the first identification information, the first identification information during the variable display is forcibly stopped and displayed. Yes,
When the second identification information is stopped and displayed in the specific stop display mode during the variable display of the first identification information, the variable display of the first identification information during the variable display is temporarily stopped, and the second display is stopped. When the variable winning opening game based on the stop display of the identification information is completed, the variable display of the temporarily stopped first identification information is restarted,
The information transmitting means transmits a variable display command to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S) when the first identification information is displayed in a variable manner, and when the first identification information is stopped and displayed, or When the variable display of the first identification information is temporarily stopped, the non-variable display command is transmitted to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S). is there.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (6)
A first starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a right first main game starting port A30) into which a game ball can enter;
A second starting port (for example, a second main game starting port B10) into which game balls can enter,
A variable winning opening (for example, a first winning opening C10, a second winning opening C20) that can take a closed state and an open state;
A first identification information display unit capable of displaying the first identification information (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g);
A second identification information display unit (for example, a second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of displaying the second identification information,
First random number acquiring means for acquiring a first random number based on a ball entering a first starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10, a right first main game starting port A30);
A first game content determining means for executing a hit / fail determination based on the first random number, and determining a stop display mode of the first identification information and a variable display mode of the first identification information based on the result of the hit / fail determination,
In accordance with the determination by the first game content determining means, control is performed such that the first identification information is variably displayed on the first identification information display section (for example, the first main game symbol display section A21g) and then the first identification information is stopped and displayed. First identification information display control means,
A second random number acquiring means for acquiring a second random number based on a ball entering a second starting port (for example, a second main game starting port B10);
A second game content determination unit that performs a hit determination based on a second random number, and determines a stop display mode of the second identification information and a variable display mode of the second identification information based on the result of the hit determination,
According to the determination by the second game content determining means, control is performed such that the second identification information is variably displayed on the second identification information display section (for example, the second main game symbol display section B21g) and then the second identification information is stopped and displayed. Second identification information display control means,
After the first identification information or the second identification information is stopped and displayed in a predetermined stop display mode, a predetermined number of balls are entered into a variable winning opening (for example, a first winning opening C10, a second winning opening C20). There is a variable winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) until the opening period of the variable winning winning opening (for example, the first big winning opening C10, the second big winning opening C20) elapses a predetermined period. It is possible to execute a special game in which a unit game that can make the winning opening C20) an advantageous state for the player a plurality of times, and the second identification information is a stop display mode capable of stop display, or the first identification information and the second identification information After the two pieces of identification information are stopped and displayed in a specific stop display mode, which is a stop display mode that can be stopped and displayed, a specific number of variable winning ports (for example, a first winning port C10 and a second winning port C20). There is a ball or a variable winning opening (for example, Until the opening period of the winning opening C10 and the second winning opening C20 passes a specific period, the variable winning opening (for example, the first winning opening C10 and the second winning opening C20) may be in an advantageous state for the player. Special game control means capable of executing a variable winning opening game which executes a unit game once,
Even if the first identification information is in the variable display, the variable display of the second identification information can be started, and even if the second identification information is in the variable display, the variable display of the first identification information can be started,
When the variable display stopped and displayed in the predetermined stop display mode with the first identification information or the second identification information is started, at least information relating to the special game start standby time is stored in the special game storage area. ,
When the variable display stopped and displayed in the specific stop display mode with the first identification information or the second identification information is started, at least the variable winning opening opening game start standby time is stored in the variable winning opening opening game storage area. A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to store information according to (1).

M main control board,
A first main game related electric member, A10 first main game start port A11s first main game start port entrance ball detection device, A20 first main game symbol display device A21g first main game symbol display portion, A21h first main game Symbol holding display section B 2nd main game related electric member, B10 2nd main game start port B11s 2nd main game start port ball detection device, B11d 2nd main game start port electric accessory B20 2nd main game symbol display device , B21g Second main game symbol display section B21h Second main game symbol reservation display section C First and second main game common electric members, C10 First big winning opening C11s First big winning opening winning detection device, C11d First big Winning Port Electric Winner C20 2nd Winning Port, C21s 2nd Winning Port Winning Detector C21d 2nd Winning Port Electric Accessory,
H auxiliary game-related electric members, H10 auxiliary game start port H11s auxiliary game start port ball detection device, H20 auxiliary game symbol display device H21g auxiliary game symbol display portion, H21h auxiliary game symbol hold display portion S sub-control board, SM effect display Control means (sub-main control unit)
SS effect display means (sub-sub control unit)
SG effect display device, SG10 display region SG11 decorative design display region, SG12 first hold display portion SG13 second hold display portion SG-2 second effect display device SB sub input button, SBs sub input button input detection device SB-2 cross Button KH prize ball payout control board, KE prize ball payout device

Claims (1)

Equipped with a main game department that controls the progress of the game,
The main game section,
Interrupt processing executed at a predetermined interval and main processing which is different from the interrupt processing can be executed,
Timer update processing can be executed as interrupt processing,
As a storage area capable of storing control time information related to a predetermined control process, at least a first storage area smaller than a predetermined size and a second storage area having the predetermined size are provided,
When the predetermined control process is executed, the control time information is configured to be stored in the first storage area and the second storage area,
The interrupt processing is configured to execute a timer update processing based on the value of the first storage area and the value of the second storage area ,
The timer update process performs a subtraction process of the value of the second storage area every time the interrupt process is executed. If the result of the subtraction process of the value of the second storage area is a specific result, the timer update process is performed. And configured to perform a subtraction process of the value of one storage area,
In the timer update process, in the interrupt process subsequent to the interrupt process in which the result of the process of subtracting the value of the second storage area has become a specific result, a subtraction process is performed from the value of the second storage area when the specific result is obtained. gaming machine according to claim <br/> be performed.

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