JP6775838B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

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

In a conventional game machine, when a game ball enters a start port provided in a game area, it is determined whether or not it is a big hit game, and when it is determined that it is a big hit game, a big hit game is given. Is common.

In addition, after the jackpot game is completed, the game entertainment is improved by shifting to one of the normal game state and the specific game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state with a predetermined probability. ing.

In such a game machine, in order to call a predetermined attention to the player, a caution promotion notification is given at the end of the big hit game (for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-1546887 (Fig. 56)

However, there is still room for improvement in properly performing attention promotion notification.

In view of such circumstances, it is an object of the present invention to suitably perform attention promotion notification.

The gaming machine according to the present invention performs a special game determination means for determining whether or not to execute a special game advantageous to the player, and a variation display of the identification information, and corresponds to the result of the determination after the variation display. The identification information display means for stopping and displaying the identified identification information, the demo effect execution control means capable of executing the demo effect when the variable display is not performed for a predetermined time, and at least the end effect of the special game are executed. in the case where the demonstration effect is performed and when they are, can output a note promoting notification execution controller executable on the display unit attention promoting notification for a given alert to a player, a predetermined effect sound Sound output means, a volume adjustment operation means for adjusting the volume of the predetermined effect sound, and an adjustment status notification control means capable of performing notification of the adjustment status by the volume adjustment operation means in the display means. The sound output means can output the adjustment sound accompanying the operation when the volume adjustment operation means is operated, and the volume adjustment operation means when the attention promotion notification is executed in the demonstration effect. When is operated, the volume adjustment and the notification of the adjustment status can be executed, and even if the notification of the adjustment status is executed, the attention promotion notification is continuously executed without ending, and the demo. The predetermined production sound is not output when the attention promotion notification is executed in the production, but the adjustment sound accompanying the operation can be output, and among the predetermined production sounds during the execution of the special game. When the attention promotion notification is executed in the end effect of the special game , the first effect sound can be output, and the second effect different from the first effect sound of the predetermined effect sounds. It is characterized in that sound can be output .

With this configuration, in a special game in which the player's mood is uplifted, a predetermined effect sound is output even when the attention promotion notification is being executed, so that the player's mood is uplifted. Can be maintained. On the other hand, in the demonstration production in which the player is likely not playing the game, the predetermined production sound is not output even when the attention promotion notification is executed, so that it is possible to prevent an excessive production. Therefore, it is possible to perform a suitable attention promotion notification according to the situation.

According to the present invention, attention promotion notification can be suitably performed.

It is an external front view of the game machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is an external rear view of the game machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view of the game board which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram of the game machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the special symbol hit determination table and the ordinary symbol hit determination table which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the special symbol determination table and the ordinary symbol determination table which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the detail of the jackpot special symbol which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the special symbol variation pattern table which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the area of the main ROM and the main RAM which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the indicator which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main control board main processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the setting value change process which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the setting value confirmation process which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main control board timer interrupt process which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the input SW detection process which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the first start port detection which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of the 2nd start port detection which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol related processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change start processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process during special symbol change which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit game processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the abnormality confirmation processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the game performance information management processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the input system processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the calculation system processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the display system processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control board main processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control board timer interrupt process which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main command reception process which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the error-related command reception processing which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of receiving the demo command which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the processing at the time of receiving the ending command which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a time chart 1 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a time chart 2 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. 3 is a time chart 3 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 4 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 5 is a time chart 5 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a time chart 6 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the attention promotion notification and the termination condition which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is an animation figure corresponding to time chart 1 to time chart 6 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. FIG. 7 is a time chart 7 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is a time chart 8 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 9 is a time chart 9 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 10 is a time chart 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is an animation figure corresponding to time chart 7 to time chart 10 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. 11 is a time chart 11 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 12 is a time chart 12 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 13 is a time chart 13 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 14 is a time chart 14 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 15 is a time chart 15 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 16 is a time chart 16 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 17 is a time chart 17 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 18 is a time chart 18 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 19 is a time chart 19 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is an animation figure corresponding to time chart 17 to time chart 19 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is an animation figure which shows the effect example using the light guide plate which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. 20 is a time chart 20 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 21 is a time chart 21 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. 22 is a time chart 22 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is a time chart 23 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a time chart 24 which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is an animation figure which shows the production amount adjustment during execution of attention promotion notification during the demonstration production which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the special symbol determination table and the ordinary symbol determination table which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the detail of the jackpot special symbol which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is an animation figure which shows the embodiment of the attention promotion notification which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a probability variation notification distribution table which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is an animation figure which shows the embodiment of the attention promotion notification which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a schematic diagram which shows the 4th Embodiment of this invention.

(First Embodiment)
Hereinafter, the first embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In the following embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described as an example of the gaming machine according to the present invention. In the following description, "front", "rear", "left", "right", "top", and "bottom" refer to the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 as viewed from the player side. Pointing.

(External configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1)
As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is pivotally supported by an outer frame 2 for installing on a game machine installation island (not shown) of a game store and the outer frame 2, and the gaming board 6 shown in FIG. A glass frame 4 that is pivotally supported by the middle frame 3 and faces the front side of the game board 6 so that the game board 6 can be seen through transparent glass, and a middle frame 3 It is pivotally supported by the glass frame 4, is located below the glass frame 4, and has a saucer member 5 capable of storing game balls. The glass frame 4 and the saucer member 5 may be configured as a separate type or may be configured as an integrated type.

Further, the middle frame 3 is provided with a launch device (not shown) for launching the game ball into the game area 7 of the game board 6, and the launch handle 8 for causing the launch device to perform the launch operation. Is provided. The launch handle 8 is gripped by the player and can be rotated within a predetermined range, and the firing intensity when launching the game ball into the game area 7 can be adjusted by the amount of rotation. It has become. For example, when it is rotated by the first rotation amount (when it is the first firing intensity), the game ball is launched on the left side of the game area 7 (so-called "left-handed" is possible), and the first When the ball is rotated with a second rotation amount larger than the rotation amount of (the second firing intensity), the game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7 (so-called "right-handed strike"). "Is possible).

Although not shown, the launch handle 8 is provided with a handle touch sensor. The handle touch sensor is turned ON when the firing handle 8 is gripped by the player, and the ON signal is input to the payout control board 300. As a result, it can be grasped that the firing handle 8 is gripped by the player.

Further, the glass frame 4 is provided with a light emitting device 9 (lamp, LED, etc.), and the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by light emission. For example, it is possible to perform an effect of notifying that a hit is achieved by emitting light in rainbow colors based on the determination of a hit in the special symbol hit determination process described later.

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

Further, the saucer member 5 is composed of an upper saucer 5a and a lower saucer 5b, and when the stored amount of the game balls in the upper saucer 5a exceeds a certain amount, the game balls are paid out to the lower saucer 5b. It has become. Further, the saucer member 5 has a ball removal button 11 for discharging the game ball stored in the upper saucer 5a to the lower saucer 5b at the end of the game, and a game ball for a game ball lending device (not shown). Ball lending button 12 for requesting withdrawal, card return button 13 for requesting the return of the valuable value medium inserted in the insertion slot of the game ball lending device, and the balance for displaying the balance of the valuable value medium. A display unit 12a and a ball lending lamp 12b for notifying that ball lending is possible by operating the ball lending button 12 are provided. It should be noted that a notification may be provided to prevent the player from forgetting to take the valuable medium inserted into the insertion slot of the game ball lending device. Details will be described later in "Attention promotion notification".

Further, the saucer member 5 is provided with an effect button 14 and an effect lever 15 that can be operated by a player when an operation promotion effect is executed. Further, the saucer member 5 can be operated by the player, and the volume of the sound and sound effect output from the speaker 10 can be adjusted, the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9 can be adjusted, and the image display device 26 described later can be used. A cross key button 16 is provided for adjusting the amount of emitted light. The effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 may be provided independently or integrally.

Next, the configuration of the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. On the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, various control boards such as a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300 and a payout device 304, and a power supply board 400, which will be described later, are provided (accurately). These various control boards are attached to the back surface of the middle frame 3).

Further, the main control board 100 is provided with a RAM clear switch 105. The RAM clear switch 105 is a switch for initializing game information that is rewritten by playing a game in the area of the main RAM 103. For example, when the closing time of the game store is reached while the time-saving game state is reached, if the administrator turns on the power while pressing the RAM clear switch 105, the game information in the time-saving game state is cleared, and at the opening time of the next day. , Can be started from the normal game state.

The RAM clear switch 105 is also a switch for switching the set value in the setting change state described later. Details will be described later in the flowchart. For example, when the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once while the set value "1" is displayed on the display 104 described later, the set value "1" is changed to the set value "2". When the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once, the set value "2" is switched to the set value "3". After that, each time the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once, the set value "4" and the set value are set. When the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed once while the setting value "6" is displayed on the display 104 after switching between "5" and the set value "6", the set value "6" is changed to the set value "1". It is designed to switch to.

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

Further, the main control board 100 is provided with a setting change keyhole 31. The setting change keyhole 31 is used when setting any setting value from the setting values of a plurality of stages described later. Specifically, a setting change key (not shown) managed by a clerk of a game store is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and rotated 90 degrees clockwise (rotated from the vertical direction to the horizontal direction). When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (power SW400a is turned on) while pressing the above-mentioned RAM clear switch 105, the setting change state in which the set value can be set is set. The details of the setting change state will be described later in the flowchart.

The setting change keyhole 31 is also used when confirming the currently set setting value. Specifically, a setting change key (not shown) managed by a pachinko parlor clerk is inserted into the setting change keyhole 31 and rotated 90 degrees clockwise (rotated from the vertical direction to the horizontal direction). When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (power SW400a is turned on), the set value can be confirmed in the setting confirmation state. The details of the setting confirmation state will be described later in the flowchart.

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

Further, the main control board 100 is provided with a display 104. The display 104 displays the set value if it is in the setting change state or setting confirmation state, and if it is not in the setting change state or setting confirmation state described above, for example, "(in the normal game state). The game performance information calculated by the formula of "the number of game balls paid out / the number of outs in the normal game state) x 100" is displayed.

Note that the game performance information is calculated for each interrupt (for example, every 4 ms) in a state where the setting is not changed or the setting is not confirmed (for example, the interrupt is permitted in step S18 of FIG. 11). It is performed, and at each predetermined display timing (for example, every 5 seconds), the current section and the past 3 sections (1 section before, 2 sections before, 3 sections before, the past 3 sections) are displayed. It is possible. That is, the display of the current section → the elapsed time (5 seconds) → the display of the past section (1) → the elapsed time (5 seconds) → the display of the past section (2) → the elapsed time (5 seconds) Switching display such as (elapsed)-> past section (3) display-> predetermined time elapsed (5 seconds elapsed)-> current section display is performed. The details of the game performance information will be described later in the flowchart.

(Structure of game board 6)
As shown in FIG. 3, the game board 6 is made of a transparent synthetic resin material, and an image display device 26 is detachably assembled on the back surface side. Further, the game board 6 is formed with a game area 7 in which the game ball can roll, and the outer rail member 18 and the inner rail for guiding the game ball launched from the launcher to the game area 7. The member 19 is formed. Further, in the game area 7, a gate member 20 through which the game ball can pass, a first starting port 21 through which the game ball can enter, and a stage 17 for facilitating entry into the first starting port 21. The second starting port 22 where the game ball can enter, the normal winning opening 23 where the game ball can enter, and the large winning opening where the game ball can enter when the hit game described later is executed. 24, an out port 25 for discharging a game ball that did not enter any of the winning ports to the outside of the game area (game ball discharge gutter), a movable body 28 that can move in the vertical direction, and others (not shown). Game nails and windmills are provided.

Further, the game board 6 is provided with a plurality of board lighting devices 29 (for example, full-color LEDs), and when the pachinko game machine 1 is powered on, the pachinko machine 1 emits light in a predetermined light emission pattern. The decorativeness of the gaming machine 1 is enhanced. For example, as shown by reference numeral 29 in FIG. 3, the board lighting device 29 can decorate the game area 7 of the game board 6 as a whole, and is a member around the image display device 26 (so-called “center”). It is possible to decorate the "character") as a whole. Further, in order to make the display contents of the image display device 26 stand out, all the panel lighting devices 29 can be turned off. Further, the predetermined light emission pattern is composed of a plurality of light emission patterns that define the light emission speed, the light emission color, the LED that emits light, the LED that does not emit light, and the like.

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

(About gate member 20)
The gate member 20 is provided in the right central portion of the game area 7, and allows the game ball to pass when a so-called "right-handed" is performed in which the game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7. It has become. In addition, it is always open upward to allow the game ball to pass through. Then, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, the "passing gate detection processing" described later is performed, and it is "normal" whether or not to project the protruding member (not shown) provided in the second starting port 22. A "normal symbol variation game" is executed in which the "symbol hit determination process" is performed and the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process is derived after the normal symbol variation time has elapsed.

If the game ball passes through the gate member 20 while the normal symbol variation game based on the passage to the gate member 20 is being performed, the execution of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage is suspended. It is possible to hold up to "4" pieces, except for the normal symbol fluctuation game that is being executed. Specifically, the main RAM 103 is provided with a hold storage area for a normal symbol variation game, and the hold storage area is a "variable storage area" corresponding to the currently fluctuating normal symbol variation game, and is currently The "first storage area" corresponding to the normal symbol fluctuation game performed after the fluctuating normal symbol fluctuation game ends, and thereafter, the "second storage area", the "third storage area", and the "fourth". It is composed of a "storage area", and when the currently fluctuating normal symbol fluctuation game finishes the fluctuation, the judgment information (random value) stored in the "first storage area" is stored in the "relevant storage area". Judgment information (random value) transferred to the "first storage area" and stored in the "second storage area" is transferred to the "second storage area" and stored in the "third storage area". The information (random value) is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "fourth storage area" is transferred to the "third storage area", and the "fourth storage area" becomes empty.

(About the first starting port 21)
The first starting port 21 is provided in the central portion of the game area 7, and the game ball enters the ball when a so-called "left-handed" is performed in which the game ball is launched on the left side of the game area 7. It is possible. In addition, it is always open upward, allowing the entry of game balls at all times. Then, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, for example, the game ball of the "3" ball is paid out as a prize ball, and if any of the reserved storage areas other than the prize ball is free, a special symbol is provided. The hit determination process is performed, the special symbol and decorative symbol image described later and the fourth symbol image are displayed in a variable manner, and the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol) of the special symbol hit determination process is derived after the variation time described later elapses. The symbol change game (confirmed display) is executed.

If a game ball enters the first starting port 21 while a symbol variation game based on the entry into the first starting port 21 is being performed, the execution of the symbol variation game based on the entry is suspended. Except for the symbol fluctuation game that is being executed, up to "4" can be held.

Specifically, the main RAM 103 is provided with a hold storage area for the symbol variation game, and the hold storage area currently fluctuates with the "variable storage area" corresponding to the currently fluctuating symbol variation game. The "first storage area" corresponding to the symbol fluctuation game performed after the symbol fluctuation game is completed, and thereafter, the "second storage area", the "third storage area", and the "fourth storage area". It is composed of. Then, when the currently fluctuating symbol variation game with the determination information (random value) stored in all the reserved storage areas finishes the fluctuation, the "variable storage area" is changed to the "first storage area". The stored determination information (random value) is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "second storage area" is transferred to the "first storage area", and the "second storage area" is ". The determination information (random value) stored in the "third storage area" is transferred, the determination information (random value) stored in the "fourth storage area" is transferred to the "third storage area", and the "fourth storage area" is transferred. "Storage area" becomes free.

Although the first starting port 21 is an entry port through which the game ball can enter, it may be configured as a passing area through which the game ball can pass.

(About the second starting port 22)
The second starting port 22 is provided in the right central portion of the game area 7, and the game ball enters when a so-called "right-handed" is performed in which the game ball is launched on the right side of the game area 7. The ball is possible. Further, unlike the first starting port 21, the second starting port 22 is not always open upward, and in principle, the game ball is not allowed to enter (in the "closed" state). That is, the second starting port 22 has a projecting member that can project to the front side, and only when the projecting member projects to the front side (when it is in the "open" state), the game ball can enter. It will be possible.

Regarding whether or not to allow the game ball to enter by projecting the protruding member to the front side, when it is determined to be a normal symbol hit by the normal symbol hit determination process, "opening and closing of the second starting port" in FIG. It is possible to open and close by the opening and closing mode shown in "Aspect". Then, when a game ball enters the second starting port 22, for example, if the game ball of the "2" ball is paid out as a prize ball and any of the reserved storage areas other than the prize ball is free, the symbol changes. The game runs.

If a game ball enters the second start port 22 while the symbol variation game based on the entry into the second start port 22 is being performed, the execution of the symbol variation game based on the entry is suspended. Except for the symbol fluctuation game that is being executed, up to "4" can be held. Since the specific configuration of the main RAM 103 related to the hold is the same as that of the first starting port 21 described above, the description thereof will be omitted.

Although a protruding member that is movable in the front-rear direction is used as the second starting port 22, a so-called "electric tulip" having a movable wing piece may be used.

Further, although the second starting port 22 is an entry port through which the game ball can enter, it may be configured as a passing area through which the game ball can pass.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game ball enters the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22, the special symbol hit determination process is performed, and the special symbol, the decorative symbol image, and the fourth symbol image are displayed in a variable manner. Then, after the fluctuation time has elapsed, a series of steps such as deriving (confirming display) the judgment result (special symbol, decorative symbol image, and fourth symbol image) of the special symbol hit detection process is called a "symbol variation game". , It may be simply referred to as "one variation game". In addition, the execution of the "design variation game" may be referred to as "variation display".

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

Further, in the present embodiment, after the fluctuation time in the symbol variation game has elapsed, the determination result (special symbol and decorative symbol image and the fourth symbol image) of the special symbol hit determination process is derived (special symbol and decoration). It is referred to as "confirmed display" (of the symbol image and the fourth symbol image). On the other hand, in the symbol variation game, temporarily stopping the decorative symbol image before the variation time elapses is referred to as "temporary stop display" of the decorative symbol image. Examples of the "temporary stop display" include the "reach" described later and the "sway fluctuation display" before the "confirmed display". The "sway fluctuation display" before the "confirmed display" means, for example, that the decorative design image is "temporarily stopped displayed" at, for example, "767" and then "confirmed" at "767", or once "confirmed display". The display of the loss of "767" is set to "temporary stop display", and after the reverse effect is performed to derive "777", "777" is "confirmed display", or the variation display is performed at the branch point. Be done.

(About ordinary winning opening 23)
The normal winning openings 23 are provided with a total of "4", "3" in the lower left of the game area 7 and "1" in the lower right, and the "3" ordinary winning openings 23 in the lower left are provided. , A game ball can be entered when so-called "left-handed" is performed, and "1" ordinary winning openings 23 at the lower right are when so-called "right-handed" is performed. A game ball can be entered. Further, the ordinary winning opening 23 is always open upward like the first starting opening 21, and is always allowed to enter the game ball. Then, when a game ball enters the ordinary winning opening 23, for example, the game ball of "8" ball is paid out as a prize ball. The arrangement position of the ordinary winning openings 23 can be arbitrarily changed, and the number may be less than "4". Further, the number of prize balls may be different between the "3" ordinary winning openings 23 in the lower left and the "1" ordinary winning openings 23 in the lower right.

(About the big prize opening 24)
The large winning opening 24 is provided in the lower right portion of the game area 7, and a game ball can be entered when a so-called "right-handed hit" is performed. In addition, the large winning opening 24 has an opening / closing door, and when it is determined to be a hit in the special symbol hit determination process, a hit game is executed, the opening / closing door is tilted to the front side, and a game ball is entered. Tolerate. Then, when the game ball enters the large prize opening 24, for example, the game ball of "12" balls is paid out as a prize ball.

Here, in the winning game, the opening / closing door of the large winning opening 24 is opened (tilted to the front side) for the number of granted rounds shown in FIG. Then, per round, it is opened (tilted forward) for 29.5S (S = seconds), and 10 game balls are detected by the large winning opening detection SW24a described later before the passage of 29.5S. Even before the lapse of 29.5S, the opening / closing door is closed, the next round is advanced, and this is repeated for the specified number of rounds. On the other hand, if 29.5S elapses (so-called "attacker full open") before the entry of 10 game balls is detected by the large winning opening detection SW24a, the opening / closing door is closed and the next round proceeds. become. In this case, one round game ends without reaching the specified number of balls entered per round of 10, which is disadvantageous for the player.

In the present embodiment, an opening / closing door that tilts forward is used as the large winning opening 24, but a so-called "electric tulip" may be used, or a "shutter member" that moves forward and backward may be used. Good.

(About the image display device 26)
The image display device 26 has a display area in substantially the entire area, is provided so as to be located above the stage 17, and can display a symbol variation game or an effect image in the display area. That is, the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decoration are based on the fact that the game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22 and the special symbol hit determination process is performed. The symbol image 26c is fluctuated (vertically scrolled) in the fluctuating display area. In addition, regardless of whether the game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the game ball enters the second starting port 22, the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decoration are common. The symbol image 26c is fluctuated (vertically scrolled) in the variable display area (although the special symbol display is different, the decorative symbol image used in the image display device 26 is common).

Then, the effect image is displayed within the fluctuation time described later, and when the fluctuation time elapses, if it is a hit, for example, "7" is stopped in each decorative symbol image, and the combination of the decorative symbols of "777" is combined. By displaying the confirmation, it is notified that it is a hit. On the other hand, in the case of a loss, for example, the combination of the decorative symbols of "765" is confirmed and displayed to notify that the loss occurs.

Further, separately from each decorative symbol image, the fourth symbol image 26d (the above-mentioned "fourth" symbol following the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c) is displayed on the right side of the display area. It can be displayed at the bottom, and variable display and final display are possible in synchronization with each decorative pattern image. Further, the image display device 26 has a first start port hold number image 26e that displays the number of hold of the symbol change game at the first start port 21 from "0" to "4", and a symbol change at the second start port 22. The second start port hold number image 26f that displays the number of game holds from "0" to "4" and the first start port that displays the number of symbol variation game holds at the first start port 21 as a hold ball image. The first holding ball image display area 26g, the first starting port second holding ball image display area 26h, the first starting port third holding ball image display area 26i, the first starting port fourth holding ball image 26 display area j and ( In FIG. 3, it is simply indicated as "g", "h", "i", "j"), and the number of hold of the symbol variation game at the second start port 22 is displayed as a hold ball image. 1 holding ball image display area 26k, 2nd starting port 2nd holding ball image display area 26l, 2nd starting port 3rd holding ball image display area 26m, 2nd starting port 4th holding ball image display area 26n (FIG. 3) In the above, simply "k", "l", "m", and "n") can be displayed.

The number of holds displayed in the first start port hold number image 26e and the number of holds displayed in the first start port first hold ball image display area 26g to the first start port fourth hold ball image display area 26j. Is always synchronized with the number of holds displayed in the second start port hold number image 26f and displayed in the second start port first hold ball image display area 26k to the second start port fourth hold ball image display area 26n. Be sure to synchronize with the number of pending holds. For example, when displaying "4" in the first starting port reserved number image 26e, "4" pieces are displayed in the first starting port first reserved ball image display area 26g to the first starting port fourth holding ball image display area 26j. The hold ball image of is displayed.

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

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

The "reach" is a state in which the left decorative symbol image 26a and the right decorative symbol image 26c are displaying the same numerical image (temporary stop display), and the intermediate decorative symbol image 26b is variablely displayed. In the present embodiment, when the judgment result of the "special symbol hit judgment process" is a hit, it is configured to always go through the "reach", so that the player can expect a hit. You can say that.

It should be noted that the fourth symbol image 26d may simply display a one-digit number or a two-digit number without combining the above-mentioned symbols, and may be a big hit due to the difference in emission color. , Loss, and type of symbol may be identified.

Further, the image display device 26 has a normal symbol image in the normal symbol variation display area 26o (upper right of the image display device 26) based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 and the normal symbol hit determination process has been performed. To fluctuate. The normal symbol image is composed of a "○" symbol image that notifies that it is a normal symbol hit and a "x" symbol image that notifies that it is a normal symbol loss, and executes the fluctuation of the normal symbol. When it is, the "○" symbol image and the "x" symbol image are alternately lit. Then, when the fluctuation time of the normal symbol elapses, the symbol image corresponding to the judgment result of the normal symbol hit determination process is turned on, and the determination result of the normal symbol hit determination process is notified.

(About the symbol display device 27)
The symbol display device 27 is provided outside the game area (outside the outer rail member 18) of the game board 6, which is a region different from the game area 7. As shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and a first special symbol that executes a symbol variation game based on a game ball entering the first starting port 21 is executed. A display 27a and a second special symbol display 27b for executing a symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22 are provided. Here, the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b are composed of a "7" segment display, and in the symbol fluctuation game, the special symbol is changed to "-" from the start of fluctuation (-) ( When it is time to blink the horizontal bar symbol) and derive the judgment result of the special symbol hit detection process, if it is lost, "-" (horizontal bar symbol) is lit (confirmed display), and if it is a hit, for example. , "7" is lit and displayed (confirmed display). That is, the "special symbol" refers to a symbol whose display is controlled by the main control board 100.

In the present embodiment, the "special symbol", the above-mentioned left decorative symbol image 26a, middle decorative symbol image 26b, right decorative symbol image 26c, and fourth symbol image 26d are simply referred to as "symbols" or "identified". It may be called "information".

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

The first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d are each composed of "2" dot LED indicators, and are held by "off", "lighting", and "blinking". It is possible to display the number of LEDs. For example, if the number of holds is "0", all dot LED indicators are "off", and if the number of holds is "1", one is "on" and the other is "off". However, if the number of holds is "2", both are "lit", and if the number of holds is "3", one is "lit" and the other is "blinking", and the number of holds is If it is "4", both are "blinking".

Further, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c has the number of holds displayed as the above-mentioned first start port hold number image 26e, and the first start port first hold ball image display area 26 g to the first start port fourth. Be sure to synchronize with the number of holds displayed in the hold ball image display area 26j, and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d has the number of holds displayed as the above-mentioned second start port hold number image 26f and the second. It is always synchronized with the number of holds displayed as the start port 1st hold ball image display area 26k to the 2nd start port 4 hold ball image display area 26n. For example, when the first special symbol hold indicator 27c both "blinks" (when the number of holds is "4"), "4" is displayed as the first start port hold number image 26e and the first start. "4" reserved ball images are displayed in the mouth first holding ball image display area 26g to the first starting port fourth holding ball image display area 26j.

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is a normal symbol display that is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100 and executes a normal symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20. 27e is provided. The ordinary symbol display 27e is composed of "2" dot LED indicators. In the ordinary symbol variation game, one is turned on and the other is turned off from the start of the fluctuation, and one is turned off and the other is turned off. When it is time to derive the judgment result of the normal symbol hit detection process by repeatedly executing the mode of turning on and the mode of turning on the other, if there is a loss, one is turned on and the other is turned off. , One is turned off and the other is turned on.

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 displays and controls the display by the main control board 100, and displays the number of hold of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20. An ordinary symbol hold display 27f is provided. The normal symbol hold indicator 27f is composed of "2" dot LED indicators, like the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d described above, and is reserved. Since the display mode of the number of the above is the same, detailed description thereof will be omitted.

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the symbol display device 27 is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and indicates the number of times the large winning opening 24 is opened in the above-mentioned winning game. A round display 27g for displaying "see number)" is provided. The round display 27g is composed of "2" dot LED indicators, one of which lights up when "5 rounds of winning game" is executed, and the other of which is "10 rounds of winning game". Lights up when is running. In this embodiment, since "5 rounds of winning games" and "10 rounds of winning games" are provided, it is composed of "2" dot LED indicators, but it is a hit. The number of dot LED indicators can be changed according to the number of games. For example, when "3" types of winning games are provided as winning games, it can be configured by "3" dot LED indicators.

(Internal configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 has a main control board 100, an effect control board 200, a payout control board 300, and a power supply board 400 mounted on the rear side of the middle frame 3 (see FIG. 2). Then, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 and the effect control board 200 communicate only in one direction from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200 via a harness or the like (not shown). Is connected so that Further, the main control board 100 and the payout control board 300 are connected to each other via a harness or the like so as to enable bidirectional communication. Further, the power supply board 400 receives the supply of external power via a power plug (not shown), and supplies the supplied external power to any of the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. It is connected so that it can be supplied.

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 is connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like so that input from various SWs is possible, and display control on various indicators is performed. And, they are connected via harnesses, relay boards, etc. so that drive control to various solenoids is possible. Further, the effect control board 200 is connected via a harness, a relay board, etc. so that input from various SWs can be performed, and the harness and the harness can be used to control the display on various indicators. It is connected via a relay board or the like.

(About the main control board 100)
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 includes a main CPU 101 that performs control processing, a main ROM 102 that stores a control program required for the control processing, and a main that can read and write necessary for the control processing. A RAM 103 is provided. Although not shown, an interrupt controller circuit that applies an interrupt signal to the main CPU 101, a hard random number generation circuit that generates a random number in a certain range, and the like are provided. The control process in the main CPU 101 will be described in detail later with reference to a flowchart.

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

Further, the main RAM 103 is provided with a counter for managing various information (time and number of times). For example, a time management counter for managing various times, a time reduction counter for managing the number of time reductions, and a round number counter for managing the number of rounds in a winning game can be mentioned.

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

Although not shown, an interrupt controller circuit that applies an interrupt signal to the sub CPU 201, a hard random number generation circuit that generates a random number in a certain range, and the like are provided. Further, as the effect control, the display control of the image display device 26, the sound output control of the speaker 10, the light emission control of the light emitting device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 described later, and the panel drive device 30 described later are used. The drive control of the movable body 28 is mentioned, and the VDP (Video Display Processor), which is responsible for the display control of the image display device 26, the image ROM, the VRAM, the sound source IC, the audio ROM, the audio RAM, and the light emission which are responsible for the audio output control of the speaker 10. A lamp CPU, a lamp ROM, a lamp RAM, etc., which are responsible for controlling light emission of the device 9 and the panel lighting device 29, are provided. The control process in the sub CPU 201 will be described in detail later with reference to a flowchart.

(About payout control board 300)
As shown in FIG. 4, the payout control board 300 has a payout CPU 301 that performs payout control processing, a payout ROM 302 that stores a control program required for the payout control process, and read / write necessary for the payout control process. A possible payout RAM 303 is provided. Further, a payout device 304 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the payout device 304, the game ball is paid out to the upper tray 5a.

Specifically, in the main control board 100, for example, when the information that the game ball is detected from the first start port detection SW21a described later is input, the main control board so as to pay out the prize ball of the "3" ball. A payout command signal is transmitted from 100 to the payout control board 300, and the payout control board 300 that receives the payout command signal pays out the prize balls of the “3” balls to the upper tray 5a by controlling the payout device 304. Then, when the payout of the prize ball of the "3" ball is completed, the payout completion signal is transmitted from the payout control board 300 to the main control board 100, and the information that the game ball is detected is input from the first start port detection SW21a. Complete the payout of the game ball for what you have done.

Further, the launch handle 8 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and the launch handle 8 is gripped by the player touching the above-mentioned handle touch sensor provided on the launch handle 8. The information is input, and the rotation amount of the firing handle 8 is input according to the amount of the firing volume (not shown) provided on the firing handle 8.

Further, a launching device 305 is connected to the payout control board 300 via a harness or the like, and by controlling the launching device 305, a game ball is launched into the game area 7. Specifically, the payout control board 300 launches according to the rotation amount of the launch handle 8 when the launch handle 8 is gripped by the player from the launch handle 8 and the rotation amount of the launch handle 8 is input. The launching device 305 is controlled by the strength to launch the game ball.

Further, although not shown in FIG. 4, the payout control board 300 is connected via a ball lending unit or the like so as to be able to receive an input signal from the ball lending button 12 shown in FIG. When the lending button 12 is operated by the player, the payout control board 300 controls the payout device 304, so that the number of balls corresponding to "1" operations of the ball lending button 12 (for example, "125" balls). ) Is paid out to the upper tray 5a.

(About power supply board 400)
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300 are connected to the power supply board 400 via a harness or the like, and as described above, the power supply plug (not shown). The external power is supplied via the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the payout control board 300. Although not shown, the power supply board 400 is provided with a conversion circuit or the like that converts external power (AC 100 volts) into DC 24 volts.

(About frame opening detection SW3a)
The frame opening detection SW3a is provided in the middle frame 3, and when the glass frame 4 is open, when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are open, or when the middle frame 3 is open. It is possible to detect the "open" state such as, and the "closed" state when the glass frame 4 and the middle frame 3 are closed. That is, the frame opening detection SW3a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the above-mentioned "closed" state is reached, information in the closed state is input to the main control board 100. Will be. On the other hand, in the above-mentioned "open" state, the above-mentioned closed state information is not input to the main control board 100 and is not input, so that the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) is in the above-mentioned "open" state. It can be detected that it is in.

(About gate detection SW20a)
The gate detection SW 20a is provided inside the passage port of the gate member 20 of the game board 6 and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20. That is, the gate detection SW 20a and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the passage of the game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Become. Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) into which the detected information is input does not execute the normal symbol change game on the normal symbol hold display 27f, and the number of hold of the normal symbol change game is "0". If, the normal symbol variation game is immediately controlled to be executed, and if the number of hold of the normal symbol variation game is "1" to "3", the execution of the normal symbol variation game is suspended. When the number of hold of the normal symbol change game is "4", it is controlled not to hold the execution of the normal symbol change game.

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

Further, when the input is made from the first start port detection SW21a, the main control board 100 does not execute the symbol variation game on either the first special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b. If the number of holds of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is "0", the symbol change game is immediately executed on the first special symbol display 27a. When the number of hold of the symbol change game on the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is "1" to "3", it is controlled to hold the execution of the symbol change game, and the first special symbol is held. When the number of hold of the symbol variation game on the hold indicator 27c is "4", it is controlled not to hold the execution of the symbol variation game.

Further, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) has a symbol variation game on the first special symbol hold indicator 27c, except when the number of hold of the symbol variation game on the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is “4”. A first start port winning command indicating that the number of holds has been updated (increased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. As a result, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the number of hold of the symbol change game on the first special symbol hold indicator 27c. When the number of hold of the symbol change game on the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is "4", the first start opening winning command may be transmitted to the effect control board 200.

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

Further, when the input is made from the second start port detection SW22a, the main control board 100 (main CPU101) executes the symbol variation game on both the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b. If the number of holds of the second special symbol display 27d is "0", the second special symbol display 27b is immediately controlled to execute the symbol variation game, and the second special symbol display 27d is controlled to execute the symbol variation game. 2 When the number of hold of the symbol change game on the special symbol hold indicator 27d is "1" to "3", the execution of the symbol change game is controlled to be put on hold, and the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is used. When the number of hold of the symbol change game is "4", it is controlled not to hold the execution of the symbol change game.

Further, the main control board 100 has the number of hold of the symbol change game on the second special symbol hold indicator 27d, except when the number of hold of the symbol change game on the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is "4". A second start port winning command indicating that the above is updated (increased) is transmitted to the effect control board 200. As a result, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the number of hold of the symbol change game on the second special symbol hold indicator 27d. When the number of hold of the symbol change game on the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is "4", the second start opening winning command may be transmitted to the effect control board 200.

(About the second starting port opening / closing solenoid 22b)
The second starting port opening / closing solenoid 22b is provided behind the second starting port 22 and is a solenoid for causing the protruding member provided in the above-mentioned second starting port 22 to perform the opening / closing operation. That is, the second start port opening / closing solenoid 22b and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) is hit by a normal symbol hit determination process. When the determination is made, the second start port opening / closing solenoid 22b is driven and controlled in order to open / close in the opening / closing mode shown in the “second starting port opening / closing mode” of FIG.

(Regarding normal winning opening detection SW23a)
The normal winning opening detection SW 23a is provided inside the winning opening of the ordinary winning opening 23 of the game board 6, and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has entered the ordinary winning opening 23. That is, the normal winning opening detection SW23a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) into which the detected information is input pays out the game balls of "8" balls to the payout control board 300 as prize balls due to the game balls entering the normal winning opening 23. Perform the process to make it.

(About the big winning opening detection SW24a)
The large winning opening detection SW 24a is provided inside the winning opening of the large winning opening 24 of the game board 6 and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has entered the large winning opening 24. That is, the large winning opening detection SW24a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. Will be. Then, the main control board 100 into which the detected information is input is a process for causing the payout control board 300 to pay out the game balls of "10" balls as prize balls due to the game balls entering the large winning opening 24. I do. Further, the main control board 100 transmits a large winning opening winning command indicating that the game ball has entered the large winning opening 24 to the effect control board 200. As a result, the effect control board 200 can also recognize the entry status of the game ball into the large winning opening 24.

(About the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b)
The large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b is provided behind the large winning opening 24, and is a solenoid for causing the opening / closing door provided in the above-mentioned large winning opening 24 to perform an opening / closing operation. That is, the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the main control board 100 is determined to be a hit by the "special symbol hit determination process", In order to open and close the opening / closing door over the number of rounds given in FIG. 6A, which will be described later, the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b is driven and controlled.

(About out port detection SW25a)
The out port detection SW 25a is provided inside the entrance of the out port 25, and is a SW for detecting that the game ball has entered the out port 25. That is, the out port detection SW25a and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when the entry of a game ball is detected, the detected information is input to the main control board 100. It will be. Thereby, the number of outs can be grasped on the main control board 100.

(About the 1st special symbol display 27a)
The first special symbol display 27a is provided in the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and is used to execute a symbol variation game based on a game ball entering the first starting port 21. It is a display of. That is, the first special symbol display 27a and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) has a symbol variation in the first special symbol display 27a. When the game execution condition is satisfied, the symbol variation game is displayed and controlled on the first special symbol display 27a. It should be noted that the execution condition of the symbol variation game on the first special symbol display 27a was negatively determined in the process of step S105-2-4 in the "special symbol variation start processing" (see FIG. 19) described later. When is applicable.

(About the 2nd special symbol display 27b)
The second special symbol display 27b is provided on the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and is used to execute a symbol variation game based on a game ball entering the second starting port 22. It is a display of. That is, the second special symbol display 27b and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) has a symbol variation in the second special symbol display 27b. When the game execution condition is satisfied, the symbol variation game is displayed and controlled on the second special symbol display 27b. It should be noted that the execution condition of the symbol variation game on the second special symbol display 27b is satisfied when it is negatively determined in the process of step S105-2-1 in the "process at the start of special symbol variation" (see FIG. 19). Applicable.

(About the 1st special symbol hold indicator 27c)
The first special symbol hold display 27c is provided on the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and holds the symbol change game based on the game ball entering the first starting port 21. It is a display for displaying numbers. That is, the first special symbol holding display 27c and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 has information that the game ball is detected from the first start port detection SW21a. Is input to control the display of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c (lights from off or blinks from lights) when the upper limit of hold (“4”) has not been reached. On the other hand, when the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the currently fluctuating first start port 21 ends, the display control of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c is performed (lights from blinking or turns off from lighting). Let).

(About the 2nd special symbol hold indicator 27d)
The second special symbol hold display 27d is provided on the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and holds the symbol change game based on the game ball entering the second starting port 22. It is a display for displaying numbers. That is, the second special symbol hold indicator 27d and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 has information that the game ball is detected from the second start port detection SW22a. Is input to control the display of the second special symbol hold indicator 27d (lights from off or blinks from lights) when the upper limit of hold (“4”) has not been reached. On the other hand, when the symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the currently fluctuating second start port 22 ends, the display control of the second special symbol hold indicator 27d is performed (lights from blinking or turns off from lighting). Let).

(About the normal symbol display 27e)
The normal symbol display 27e is provided on the symbol display device 27, and is a display for executing a normal symbol variation game whose display is controlled by the main control board 100. That is, the normal symbol display 27e and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) executes a normal symbol variation game on the normal symbol display 27e. When the condition is satisfied, the normal symbol change game is displayed and controlled on the normal symbol display 27e.

(Regarding the normal symbol hold indicator 27f)
The normal symbol hold display 27f is provided on the symbol display device 27, is displayed and controlled by the main control board 100, and displays the number of hold of the normal symbol variation game based on the passage of the game ball to the gate member 20. It is a display for. That is, the normal symbol hold display 27f and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the main control board 100 (main CPU 101) receives information that the game ball is detected by the gate detection SW20a. When input, the display control of the normal symbol hold indicator 27f (turns on from off or blinks from on) when the upper limit of hold (“4”) has not been reached. On the other hand, when the currently fluctuating normal symbol fluctuation game ends, the normal symbol hold indicator 27f is displayed and controlled (blinking to turning on or lighting to turning off).

(About round display 27g)
The round display 27g is provided on the symbol display device 27, is display-controlled by the main control board 100, and is a display for displaying the number of times the large winning opening 24 is opened in the above-mentioned winning game. That is, the round display 27g and the main control board 100 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the "design variation game" determined to be a hit by the "special symbol hit determination process" is completed, and the first At the timing of displaying a special symbol (for example, "7") indicating a hit on the special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b, the round display 27g corresponding to the determined winning game is lit and controlled. Then, when the winning game is being executed, the round display 27g is continuously turned on and controlled, and when the winning game is completed, the round display 27g is turned off. In the present embodiment, since there are two types of granting rounds, a round indicator 27g is provided, but if only one type of granting rounds is provided, it is necessary to provide a round indicator 27g. Absent.

(About magnetic sensor 32)
The magnetic sensors 32 are provided at a plurality of locations on the game board 6 and are sensors for detecting abnormal magnetism exceeding a predetermined value. That is, the magnetic sensor 32 and the main control board 100 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and when abnormal magnetism exceeding a predetermined predetermined value is detected, the detected information is the main control board. It will be input to 100. As a result, abnormal magnetism can be detected on the main control board 100.

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

(About light emitting device 9)
As described in FIG. 1, the light emitting device 9 is composed of a lamp, an LED, and the like, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be decorated by light emission. For example, if the information in the closed state is not input from the frame open detection SW3a described above, light is emitted in a light emitting mode for notifying that the middle frame 3 is in the open state. That is, the light emitting device 9 and the effect control board 200 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the light emitting device 9 emits light under the control of the effect control board 200.

(About speaker 10)
As described in FIG. 1, the speaker 10 can output voice and sound effects. For example, if the information in the closed state is not input from the frame open detection SW3a described above, a notification sound indicating that the middle frame 3 is in the open state is output. That is, the speaker 10 and the effect control board 200 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the above-mentioned sound is output from the speaker 10 under the control of the effect control board 200.

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

(About the panel drive device 30)
The board drive device 30 is provided on, for example, a game board 6 or a movable body 28, and is composed of a motor or the like for moving the movable body 28 in the vertical direction. That is, the panel drive device 30 and the effect control board 200 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and the panel drive device 30 is driven and controlled by the control of the effect control board 200.

(About movable body 28)
The movable body 28 is provided on the game board 6 and is capable of performing operations such as “falling”, “swinging”, and “rotating”. By performing these actions, it is suggested that a winning game may be given. Further, the movable body 28 can be moved on the front side of the image display device 26, for example, as shown in FIG. 55 and the like. Further, when the movable body 28 is movable, a part of the display area of the image display device 26 is covered, so that a part of the display contents displayed in the display area of the image display device 26 due to the movement of the movable body 28. Or everything becomes difficult to see. In FIG. 55 and the like, it is assumed that the movable body 28 is movable to cover a part of the display area of the image display device 26, but the entire display area of the image display device 26 may be covered.

(About the effect button detection SW14a)
The effect button detection SW 14a is provided on the effect button 14, and is a SW for detecting that the effect button 14 is pressed by the player when the effect button 14 is in the operation valid period. That is, the effect button detection SW 14a and the effect control board 200 are connected to each other via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200, which has input the information indicating that the effect button 14 has been pressed, controls the effect corresponding to the press of the effect button 14 via the image display device 26 and the speaker 10. Here, the effect button 14 is set for an operation valid period over a predetermined time, for example, in a symbol variation game, and the effect button detection SW14a detects only the pressing when the operation valid period is set.

(About the effect lever detection SW15a)
The effect lever detection SW 15a is provided on the effect lever 15, and is a SW for detecting that the effect lever 15 has been operated by the player when the effect lever 15 is in the operation effective period. That is, the effect lever detection SW 15a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. ing. Then, the effect control board 200, which has input the information indicating that the effect lever 15 has been operated, controls the effect according to the operation of the effect lever 15 via the image display device 26 and the speaker 10. Here, for example, in the symbol variation game, the effect lever 15 sets the operation valid period over a predetermined time, and the effect lever detection SW15a detects only the operation when the operation valid period is set.

(About cross key detection SW16a)
The cross key detection SW 16a is provided on the cross key button 16 and is a SW for detecting that the cross key button 16 is pressed by the player. That is, the cross key detection SW 16a and the effect control board 200 are connected via a harness, a relay board, or the like, and information indicating that the cross key button 16 has been operated is input to the effect control board 200. It has become.

As described above, the amount of light emitted from the light emitting device 9 and the amount of light emitted from the image display device 26 can be adjusted by operating the cross key button 16. Specifically, pressing the upward button of the cross key button 16 can increase the amount of light (stepwise), and pressing the downward button of the cross key button 16 lowers the amount of light (stepwise). By pressing the right button of the cross key button 16, the volume can be increased (step by step), and by pressing the left button of the cross key button 16, the volume can be lowered (step by step). ..

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

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

(About the special symbol collision detection table)
The special symbol hit detection table of FIG. 5A is stored in the main ROM 102. Here, in the present embodiment, the set value of the "6" stage can be set. Then, when "1" is set as the set value, the main CPU 101 performs "special symbol hit determination process" with reference to the special symbol hit determination table for the set value "1" shown in (A). If other set values are set, the "special symbol hit determination process" is performed with reference to the special symbol hit determination table for each set value (not shown). Further, "common to the first start port and the second start port" is a special reference regardless of whether the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22. It shows that the symbol hit detection table is common. The set value is not limited to the "6" stage and can be any value. For example, it may be in the "4" stage or in the "2" stage. Moreover, it is not necessary to have a set value.

In the special symbol hit detection table for the set value "1" of (A), the "special symbol hit determination process" is performed when the game state is the "normal game state" and when the game state is the "time saving game state". When the probability of being determined as "hit" is "1/319", the probability of being determined as "missing" is "318/319", and the gaming state is "probability changing gaming state", The probability of being determined as "hit" in the "special symbol hit determination process" is "1/32", and the probability of being determined as "missing" is "31/32". That is, when the gaming state is the "probability changing gaming state", the probability of being judged as a "hit" fluctuates about "10" times as much as the "normal gaming state" or the "short-time gaming state". It can be said that the "probability variation game state" is a game state that is more advantageous to the player than the "normal game state" and the "short-time game state".

In the special symbol hit determination table for the set value "1" of (A), the hit determination probability is as described above, but in the special symbol hit determination table with other set values (not shown), "special symbol" The probability of being judged as "hit" in the "hit judgment process" is different. For example, in the special symbol hit detection table for the set value "6", when the game state is the "normal game state" and when the game state is the "time saving game state", the "special symbol hit judgment process" is performed as " When the probability of being judged as "hit" is "1/280", the probability of being judged as "missing" is "279/280", and the gaming state is "probability changing gaming state", the "special symbol" The probability of being determined as "hit" in the "hit determination process" is "1/28", and the probability of being determined as "missing" is "27/28". In this way, by making it possible to set different hit probabilities for each set value, it becomes easy for the game store to manage the ball output.

Further, in the "short-time game state" and the "probability variation game state", as compared with the "normal game state", as shown in FIG. 5 (B) and FIG. 6 (B) described later, "normal" In the "symbol hit determination process", an advantageous opening / closing mode is selected as the opening / closing mode of the protruding member of the second starting port 22 when the hit "hit" is easily hit and the "hit" is hit. The "gaming state" is the most advantageous gaming state for the player, then the "short-time gaming state" is the advantageous gaming state for the player, and the "normal gaming state" is the most disadvantageous gaming state for the player.

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

(Regarding the normal symbol collision detection table)
The normal symbol hit detection table of FIG. 5B is stored in the main ROM 102. Then, when the gaming state is the "normal gaming state", the probability of being determined as "hit" in the "normal symbol hit determination process" is "4/256", and the probability of being determined as "missing" is "missing". It is "252/256", and the probability of being judged as "hit" in the "normal symbol hit detection process" is "251" in the "time saving game state" and in the "probability variation game state". At "/ 256", the probability of being determined as "missing" is "5/256". Therefore, it is easier to determine "hit" in the "normal symbol hit detection process" in the "short-time game state" or the "probability variation game state" than in the "normal game state", and the game It can be said that it is an advantageous gaming state for the person. In the present embodiment, the set value is not provided in the normal symbol hit determination table, but the set value may be provided in the same manner as in the special symbol hit determination table. For example, the set value "6" may be easier to hit in the normal symbol hit determination than the set value "1".

(About the special symbol determination table)
The special symbol determination table of FIG. 6 (A) is "hit" as a result of performing "special symbol hit determination processing" based on the fact that the game ball has entered the first starting port 21, and "hit". In the case of "loss", it is referred to when determining the special symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol display 27a. (1) The table for the first starting port 21 and the game ball are placed in the second starting port 22. As a result of performing the "special symbol hit determination process" based on the entry of the ball, the special symbol that is confirmed and displayed on the second special symbol display 27b depending on whether it is a "hit" or a "miss" It has two tables, one for the second starting port 22 and the other for reference when determining the above, and these are stored in the main ROM 102. Then, in the "special symbol determination process" (see FIG. 19) described later, the main CPU 101 determines the special symbol by referring to the table corresponding to the start port into which the game ball has entered.

Then, in the special symbol determination table of FIG. 6 (A) (1), if the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" being "hit", the main CPU 101 is set to "special symbol A", "special symbol A", " One of the special symbols is determined from "special symbol B" and "special symbol C". Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, a random number for determining a special symbol is acquired, and the acquired random number for determining a special symbol is referred to to obtain one of the special symbols. decide. For example, if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 9", "special symbol A" is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "10 to 64", "special symbol B" is determined. If the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "65-99", the "special symbol C" is determined. Then, when the special symbol is determined, the "number of rounds granted" and the "game state after winning" are uniquely determined. When the "special symbol A" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of rounds given", and the "probability changing game state" is given as the "game state after winning". When the "special symbol B" is determined, "5" rounds are given as the "number of rounds given", and "probability changing game state" is given as the "game state after winning". When the "special symbol C" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of rounds given", and "time saving game state" is given as the "game state after winning". On the other hand, if the result of the "special symbol hit detection process" is "missing", the main CPU 101 determines the "special symbol D", and the "special symbol D" includes the "number of rounds granted" and Since the "game state after hitting" is not defined, the winning game is not given.

Further, in the special symbol determination table of FIG. 6 (A) (2), if the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit", the main CPU 101 is set to "special symbol E", " One of the special symbols is determined from "Special symbol F". Since the specific determination method is the same as (1) of FIG. 6 (A) described above, the description thereof will be omitted. Then, for example, if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 64", the "special symbol E" is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "65-99", the "special symbol" is determined. Determine "F". When the "special symbol E" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of rounds given", and the "probability changing game state" is given as the "game state after winning". When the "special symbol F" is determined, "10" rounds are given as the "number of rounds given", and "time saving game state" is given as the "game state after winning". On the other hand, if the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" being "missing", the main CPU 101 determines the "special symbol G".

In this way, the ratio of the "probability changing game state" is "65%" for the first starting port 21 and "65%" for the second starting port 22, and thus the "probability changing game state". There is no difference in the inrush rate between the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22. On the other hand, the "number of rounds granted" is based on the number of balls entered into the first starting port 21 because the second starting port 22 is always given "10" rounds and no "5" rounds are given. It can be said that it is more advantageous for the player that the winning game is given based on the ball entering the second starting port 22 than the game is given. In the present embodiment, the set value is not provided in the special symbol determination table, but the set value may be provided. For example, the determination ratio of the special symbol may be different depending on whether the set value is "1" or the set value is "6". In that case, the rate of entry into the "probability variation game state" is common to all the set values, but the ratio of the "number of rounds granted" may be different for each set value. For example, the more the set value is "6", the easier it is to give an advantageous number of rounds, and the more the set value is "1", the easier it is to give an advantageous number of rounds.

(About the ordinary symbol determination table)
The ordinary symbol determination table of FIG. 6B is stored in the main ROM 102, and as a result of performing the "ordinary symbol hit determination process" based on the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20, the result is "hit". This is a table to be referred to when determining a normal symbol to be confirmed and displayed on the normal symbol display 27e depending on whether there is a case or a case where the value is “missing”. When the game state is the "normal game state" and the result of the "normal symbol hit determination process" is "hit", the main CPU 101 is the "normal symbol" performed in the "normal symbol related process". In the "decision process", "ordinary symbol A" is determined, and if it is "missing", "ordinary symbol B" is determined. Further, when the main CPU 101 is a "hit" as a result of performing the "normal symbol hit determination process" when the game state is the "time saving game state" and when the game state is the "probability variation game state", , In the "ordinary symbol determination process" performed in the "ordinary symbol related process", the "ordinary symbol C" is determined, and if it is "missing", the "ordinary symbol D" is determined.

In addition, even in the ordinary symbol, the content to be given is uniquely defined as in the case of the special symbol described above. When the "normal symbol A" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 is opened "1" times at "0.9S", and when the "normal symbol B" is determined, the second starting port is opened. The protruding member of 22 does not open. Further, when the "normal symbol C" is determined, the protruding member of the second starting port 22 is opened "3" times at "1.8S", and when the "ordinary symbol D" is determined, the second The protruding member of the starting port 22 does not open. Therefore, when the "time saving game state" or the "probability variation game state" is a "hit" than in the "normal game state", the opening / closing mode of the protruding member of the second starting port 22 Is advantageous, so it can be said that the gaming state is advantageous for the player.

In the present embodiment, the set value is not provided in the normal symbol determination table, but the set value may be provided in the same manner as in the special symbol determination table. For example, the probability of being judged as a hit in the "normal symbol hit detection process" may be different for each set value, and the set value "6" is easier to hit than the set value "1". It may be, and vice versa. Further, the opening / closing mode of the second starting port 22 may be different for each set value. For example, in the case of the set value "6", the opening / closing may be performed in an advantageous opening / closing mode as compared with the case of the set value "1", and vice versa.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing details of the jackpot special symbol. "Special symbol A" (Type 1 jackpot 1), "Special symbol C" (Type 1 jackpot 3), "Special symbol E" (Type 1 jackpot 4), "Special symbol F" (Type 1 jackpot 5) ), Before the opening / closing door of the large winning opening 24 opens 29.5S per round and detects the entry of the "10" ball of the game ball, or detects the entry of the "10" ball of the game ball. After 29.5S, the opening / closing door of the grand prize opening 24 closes. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the process shifts to the next round, which is performed for "10" rounds. After the end of the "10" round, the game ends (for example, 10S).

In "Special symbol B" (Type 1 jackpot 2), the opening / closing door of the jackpot 24 opens 29.5S per round to detect the entry of a game ball of "10" or "10". If 29.5S elapses before detecting the entry of the game ball, the opening / closing door of the large winning opening 24 closes. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the process shifts to the next round, which is performed for "5" rounds. After the end of the "5" round, the game ends (for example, 10S). Although not particularly shown, there is no difference in the set values in the round opening / closing mode.

(About the special symbol fluctuation pattern table)
The special symbol variation pattern table of FIG. 8 is stored in the main ROM 102 and is a table to be referred to when determining the variation time in the symbol variation game. When the game state is the "normal game state" and the result of the "special symbol hit detection process" is "missing", the main CPU 101 has "variation pattern 1" to "variation pattern 5". From the inside, determine one of the fluctuation patterns. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21 or the second starting port 22, a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern is acquired, and the acquired random number for determining the fluctuation pattern is referred to. , Determine one of the fluctuation patterns. Although not shown, when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22, a reach determination random number is acquired, and the reach determination random number corresponds to a random number for executing reach. In this case, one of the fluctuation patterns is determined from "variation pattern 2" to "variation pattern 5", and when the reach determination random number does not correspond to the random number for executing reach, "variation pattern 1" is selected. You may decide. On the other hand, when the game state is the "normal game state" and the result of the "special symbol hit determination process" is "hit", the main CPU 101 refers to the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern. , "Fluctuation pattern 6" to "Variation pattern 11", one of the fluctuation patterns is determined.

Then, when the fluctuation pattern is determined, the "effect content" and the "variation time" (seconds S) are uniquely determined. When the "fluctuation pattern 1" is determined, the "normal variation" is determined as the "effect content", and the "7S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". Here, the "normal fluctuation" means a fluctuation that does not reach. When the "fluctuation pattern 2" is determined, the "normal reach" is determined as the "effect content" and the "15S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". Here, the "normal reach" refers to a reach that is performed but does not particularly perform a development effect (for example, an effect of temporarily stopping and displaying a temporary stop display due to a loss and then changing the intermediate decorative pattern image 26b). Since the selection rate at the time of "hit" is low and the selection rate at the time of "loss" is high, it is positioned as a reach with a low expectation of hit.

When the "fluctuation pattern 3" is determined, the "super reach" is determined as the "effect content" and the "40S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". Here, the "super reach" refers to a reach in which a development effect is performed during the execution of the reach (normal reach) and a live-action image is displayed on the image display device 26 at the development destination, for example, at the time of "hit". Since the selection ratio is higher than the "normal reach" and the selection ratio at the time of "loss" is lower than the "normal reach", it is positioned as a reach with a higher expectation of hitting than the "normal reach".

When the "fluctuation pattern 4" is determined, the "pseudo-ream 2 normal reach" is determined as the "effect content", and the "50S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". The "pseudo-ren" will be described in detail later, but the "pseudo-ren 2 normal reach" has a higher expectation of hitting than the "normal reach" alone, and has a lower expectation of hitting than the "super reach". It is positioned as. When the "fluctuation pattern 5" is determined, the "pseudo-ream 3 super reach" is determined as the "effect content", and the "70S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". "Pseudo-ren 3 Super Reach" is positioned as a reach with a higher degree of expectation than "Super Reach" alone. It should be noted that "fluctuation pattern 6" to "fluctuation pattern 9" are different from "fluctuation pattern 2" to "fluctuation pattern 5" only in "loss" or "hit", and the production content and fluctuation time are the same. , The description is omitted.

When the "fluctuation pattern 10" is determined, the "pseudo-ream 4 super reach" is determined as the "effect content", and the "90S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". Here, the "pseudo-ream 4 super reach" is a fluctuation pattern that is selected only in the case of "hit". "Hit" is confirmed. When the "fluctuation pattern 11" is determined, the "full rotation reach" is determined as the "effect content" and the "120S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". Here, the "full rotation reach" refers to the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c as "111", "222", "333", "444", "555", It is a reach in which scrolling is performed in a state where "666", "777", and "888" are aligned, and finally, "777" is finally displayed. The "variation pattern 11" may be selected only when the "special symbol A" in FIG. 6 is determined. In this case, not only the "hit" but also the "probability variable game state" is given as the game state after the hit, so that the player is requested to perform the "full rotation reach". It can be done, which leads to the improvement of the game entertainment.

Further, when the main CPU 101 is "lost" as a result of performing "special symbol hit detection processing" when the game state is "time saving game state" and when it is "probability variation game state". , "Fluctuation pattern 12" to "Variation pattern 15", one of the fluctuation patterns is determined. When the "fluctuation pattern 12" is determined, the "shortening variation" is determined as the "effect content", and the "2S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". Here, the "shortening variation" refers to a variation in which the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c are stopped at the same time without reaching, and the game state is "time saving game". When the "state" and the "probability game state" are "missing" as a result of performing the "special symbol collision detection processing", this "shortening variation" is likely to be selected. Therefore, it is possible to efficiently digest the "short-time game state" and the "probability change game state".

When the "fluctuation pattern 13" is determined, the "reach fanning" is determined as the "effect content", and the "10S" is determined as the "fluctuation time". Here, "reach fanning" means, for example, whether or not to temporarily stop and display the "7" symbol as the left decorative symbol image 26a and to temporarily stop and display the "7" symbol as the right decorative symbol image 26c. So, it is a production that fuels whether or not reach is formed. As a result of performing "reach fanning", for example, when the "8" symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, the reach is not formed, and for example, the "7" symbol is provisionally displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c. When the stop display is displayed, a reach is formed, and the image develops into a "variable short and medium super reach" in the "variation pattern 15" and "variation pattern 17" described later.

When the "fluctuation pattern 14" is determined, the "effect content" is determined as "variable short and medium super reach", and the "variation time" is determined as "30S". Here, the "changing short-term super reach" is a "super reach" dedicated to the "short-time gaming state" and the "probability changing gaming state", and is different from the "super reach" performed in the "normal gaming state". ing.

When the "fluctuation pattern 15" is determined, "reach fanning-> variable / short / medium super reach" is determined as the "directing content", and "40S" is determined as the "variation time". Regarding "fluctuation pattern 16" and "fluctuation pattern 17", there is only a difference between "variation pattern 14" and "fluctuation pattern 15" and "loss" or "hit", and the production content and fluctuation time are the same. The explanation is omitted. In addition, the selection ratio at the time of "hit" is higher than that at the time of "hit", and the selection ratio at the time of "loss" is higher than that at the time of "change / short / medium super reach". Since it is configured low, it is positioned as a reach with a higher degree of expectation than the "Variable Short Medium Super Reach".

The above-mentioned special symbol variation pattern is not limited to that shown in FIG. 8, and may further include a plurality of special symbol variation patterns. For example, the "shortening variation" (2S) may be provided even in the normal gaming state. Further, the special symbol variation pattern table referred to by the number of reserved balls in the symbol variation game of the first starting port 21 may be different, or the special symbol variation pattern table referenced by the number of reserved balls in the symbol variation game of the second starting port 22 may be different. The symbol variation pattern table may be different. For example, in the case of "loss", when the number of reserved balls is "4", select "normal fluctuation" of "variation pattern 1" rather than when the number of reserved balls is "1". It may be facilitated to improve the operation of the game.

In addition, when the loss is determined in the "short-time game state" or the "probability change game state", as a result of starting the symbol variation game of the second start port 22, the number of reserved balls in the second start port 22 is "0". In the case of, for example, a hold 0 o'clock normal fluctuation (loss) consisting of 30S may be selected to secure a time for the game ball to enter the second starting port 22.

Further, the special symbol variation pattern table to be referred to may be different depending on the set value. For example, a special symbol variation pattern that is easy to select for each set value may be provided, or a special symbol variation pattern that can be selected only by the set value may be provided. As a result, it is possible to infer (or grasp) how many set values are from the effect content of the executed special symbol variation pattern, which leads to improvement of the game entertainment.

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

(Look-ahead production)
The look-ahead effect is a pre-judgment process in which a pre-judgment process is performed prior to the special symbol hit detection process in the special symbol change start process at the timing when the game ball enters the first start port 21 or the second start port 22. It is an effect executed based on the judgment result of. When the look-ahead effect is not installed, for example, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21, the determination information (random value) is acquired and stored in FIG. 16, and then the special symbol variation of FIG. 19 starts. Since the special symbol hit detection process is performed in the time processing, even if the judgment information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area", until the judgment information (random value) is transferred to the "variable storage area". Is not determined to be a hit. Therefore, even if the judgment information (random value) of "hit" is acquired, the expectation for hit is expected at the stage before the judgment information (random value) is transferred to the "variable storage area". It is not possible to perform an effect that enhances. However, if the look-ahead effect is installed, for example, in FIG. 16, in the process after acquiring and storing the determination information (random value), the "pre-judgment process" is performed to determine "hit" or "miss". Since it is possible to execute a continuous effect over a plurality of fluctuations (including fluctuations transferred to the fluctuation storage area) until the determination information (random value) is transferred to the "variation storage area", "the fluctuations". It becomes possible to increase the expectation for "hit" from the stage before the judgment information (random value) is transferred to the "storage area".

A specific example of the pre-reading effect is "hold pre-reading effect". The "holding look-ahead effect" mainly means the first starting port first holding ball image display area 26g to the first starting port fourth holding ball image display area 26j and the second starting port first holding ball image display area 26k to. This is an effect using a hold ball image displayed in the second start port fourth hold ball image display area 26n. For example, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21 when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area". Pre-judgment processing is performed after storing the numerical value). Then, when it is determined that the hold look-ahead effect is to be performed based on the determination result of the pre-determination process, a look-ahead hold ball image different from the normal hold image is displayed in the first start port fourth hold ball image display area 26j. To do. As the look-ahead hold ball image, for example, multiple types such as "blinking white", "blue", "green", "red", "gold", and "rainbow" can be displayed in multiple stages, and the pre-judgment process can be performed. When the judgment result is "hit", any of "blinking white", "blue", "green", "red", "gold", and "rainbow" can be displayed, and the judgment result of the pre-judgment process is In the case of "loss", any one of "blinking white", "blue", "green", "red", and "gold" can be displayed. Then, "rainbow" can be selected only in the case of "hit", "red" or "gold" can be easily selected in the case of "hit", and "white blinks" in the case of "miss". "" And "blue" are easier to select, raising expectations for hitting "red" and "gold". In addition, when entering the ball, it is "blinking white", but every time "1 variation game" is performed, it changes to a reserved ball image with high expectation such as "blue" and "green". It is also possible to display "gold" from the time of entering the ball.

Further, as a specific example of the above-mentioned look-ahead effect, there is a "zone effect". The "zone effect" is an effect mainly using the image display device 26. For example, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21 when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area". Pre-judgment processing is performed after storing the numerical value). Then, when it is determined that the zone effect is to be performed based on the determination result of the pre-determination process, for example, in the next symbol variation game, in the image display device 26, "If special symbols are aligned, the XX zone is entered!" After performing an effect to incite the rush, the special symbols are aligned and rushed into the "○○ zone", and the judgment information (random value) stored in the above-mentioned "fourth storage area" is "the variable storage area". The "○○ zone" effect is executed until the change is transferred to. During the execution of this "XX zone" effect, the image display device 26 displays a telop such as "in the XX zone". Then, the "zone effect" is likely to be executed when it is determined to be "hit" in the pre-determination process, and is difficult to be executed when it is determined to be "missing". Therefore, if it is executed, it is difficult to execute. It is possible to have great expectations that the game will be granted.

Further, as a specific example of the above-mentioned look-ahead effect, there is a "chance eye continuous notice". The "chance eye continuous notice" is an effect mainly using the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, and the right decorative symbol image 26c displayed on the image display device 26. For example, when a game ball enters the first starting port 21 when the determination information (random value) is stored up to the above-mentioned "third storage area", the determination information (random value) is stored in the "fourth storage area". Pre-judgment processing is performed after storing the numerical value). Then, when it is determined that the chance eye continuous effect is performed based on the determination result of the pre-determination process, for example, the symbol variation game corresponding to the determination information (random value) stored in the "first storage area". Corresponds to the definite display, the definite display of the symbol variation game corresponding to the judgment information (random value) stored in the "second storage area", and the judgment information (random value) stored in the "third storage area". In the final display of the symbol variation game and in, the combination of decorative symbol images of the same color is stopped. For example, in the decorative design image, "333" and "777" are composed of red, "111" and "555" are composed of green, and "222" and "444" are used. , "666" and "888" are composed of blue, and the combination of only red such as "337" and "773", the combination of only green such as "115" and "551", and "246" By confirming and displaying a combination of only blue colors such as "" and "628" over a plurality of fluctuations, it is possible to give a feeling of expectation that a hit will be given in the subsequent symbol fluctuation game. In the case of "hit", it is easy to select the combination only in red, and in the case of "miss", it is easy to select the combination only in blue, and when the combination only in red is confirmed and displayed. The expectation for winning is increasing.

(Pseudo-ream notice)
The pseudo-ream notice is an effect using the left decorative symbol image 26a, the middle decorative symbol image 26b, the right decorative symbol image 26c, and the pseudo-ream dedicated symbol mainly displayed on the image display device 26, and is "1 variation". By repeatedly displaying the temporary stop display of the decorative pattern in "Game of No.", it is an effect that makes it appear as if the fluctuation is performed multiple times. For example, as shown in FIG. 8, the pseudo-ream can be executed "2" times, "3" times, and "4" times, and the higher the number of times, the higher the expectation for "hit". (In this embodiment, "hit" is confirmed "4" times). As a specific effect content, for example, "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative symbol image 26a, "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, and "pseudo" is displayed as the intermediate decorative symbol image 26b. Temporarily stop and display all the decorative symbol images (for example, "NEXT"), and display all the decorative symbol images in a variable manner (at this point, pseudo-ream "2" times), and again as the left decorative symbol image 26a. Temporarily stop and display "5", temporarily stop and display "6" as the right decorative symbol image 26c, and temporarily stop and display "pseudo-ream dedicated symbol (for example," NEXT ")" as the intermediate decorative symbol image 26b. Then, all the decorative symbol images are displayed in a variable manner (at this point, the pseudo-ream "3" times, and thereafter, the pseudo-ream "4" times are the same). For example, "2" In the temporary stop display of the second time, when "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative symbol image 26a and "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, it becomes a pseudo-ream "2" times and "2". In the temporary stop display of the second time, when "5" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the left decorative symbol image 26a and "6" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the right decorative symbol image 26c, it is a pseudo-ream "3" times ( After that, the same applies to the pseudo-ream "4" times). In addition, once the reach is reached, the so-called "pseudo-ream after reach" in which the "pseudo-ream dedicated symbol (for example," NEXT ")" is temporarily stopped and displayed as the intermediate decorative symbol image 26b, for example, the "1st" time. At the start of the fluctuation after the temporary stop display of, it is announced that the "pseudo-ream dedicated symbol (for example," NEXT ")" will be temporarily stopped and displayed on the intermediate decorative symbol image 26b (design stop notice) at that time. It is also possible to perform an effect in which the pseudo-ream "3" times or more is confirmed.

(About the main ROM and main RAM areas)
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing areas of the main ROM 102 and the main RAM 103.

The main ROM 102 includes a game program area in which a game program related to the progress of the game (for example, FIGS. 11 to 26 described later) is stored, and a game data area in which game data used by the game program is stored. , A free area (16 bytes or more), a game performance program area in which a game performance program related to game performance information (for example, FIGS. 23 to 26 described later) is stored, and a game performance program used by the game performance program. It is composed of a game performance data area in which data is stored.

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

The main CPU 101 calls the game performance program in the process based on the game program to execute the process based on the game performance program, and when the process based on the game performance program is completed, the main CPU 101 returns to the process based on the game program.

Further, when executing the process based on the game program, the main CPU 101 executes the process based on the game program with reference to the game data in the game data area, and uses the game work area as a work. In addition, it is possible to refer to and update the contents of the game work area and the game stack area.

Similarly, when executing the process based on the game performance program, the main CPU 101 executes the process based on the game performance program with reference to the game data in the game performance data area, and works on the game performance work area. Used as. In addition, it is possible to refer to and update the contents of the game performance work area and the game performance stack area.

Further, the main CPU 101 does not refer to the game performance data area and does not update the game performance work area and the game performance stack area when executing the process based on the game program. It is possible to refer to the work area for game performance and the stack area for game performance.

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

(About the display mode of the display)
FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a display mode of the display 104.

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

Further, the game performance information is calculated for each interrupt (for example, every 4 ms) in a state where power is supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, and every predetermined display timing (for example, 5 seconds). Every), it is possible to display the current section and the past 3 sections (1 section before, 2 sections before, 3 sections before, the past 3 sections). That is, the display of the current section → the elapsed time (5 seconds) → the display of the past section (1) → the elapsed time (5 seconds) → the display of the past section (2) → the elapsed time (5 seconds) Switching display such as (elapsed)-> past section (3) display-> predetermined time elapsed (5 seconds elapsed)-> current section display is performed.

Next, in FIG. 10, a "section" is set according to the number of balls (out balls) when the game ball enters the out opening 25 without winning any winning opening in the normal gaming state.

"Section A" is a section in which the pachinko game machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturer's factory and introduced into the game store (or after the main RAM 103 is initialized) until 299 out balls are detected. .. In this "section A", the game performance information is not calculated. This is based on the assumption that, for example, the operation check (winning to the starting opening or the normal winning opening) by the administrator is performed between the time when the game store is set up and the time when the store is opened, and such an administrator By excluding prizes and the like, it is possible to improve the accuracy of the game performance information when the player is playing.

"Section B" is a section (a section that switches from section A) to stay from the detection of the 300th out ball, and stays until 60,000 out balls are detected after switching to "section B". .. In this "section B", the game performance information is calculated.

“Section C” means that when 60,000 out spheres are detected in “section B”, 60,000 out spheres are detected after switching from “section B” to “section C” and switching to “section C”. Stay until In this "section C", the game performance information is calculated.

“Section D” means that when 60,000 out spheres are detected in “section C”, 60,000 out spheres are detected after switching from “section C” to “section D” and switching to “section D”. Stay until In this "section D", the game performance information is calculated (third calculation). Although the illustration is omitted, thereafter, "section E", "section F", "section G", and the like are continued for every 60,000 pieces.

A section management area is provided in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103, and a value corresponding to the current section is stored. For example, if the current section is "section A", "0" is stored in the section management area, and if the current section is "section B", "1" is stored in the section management area. There is. The value corresponding to the current interval is updated when the interval is switched.

The number of detected out spheres that switch the above sections is not limited to the above values, and can be changed as appropriate.

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

Further, the "identification segment" includes "bL." Indicates the current section, "b1." Indicates the past section (1), "b2." Indicates the past section (2), and the past section (3). ) Is displayed by blinking or lighting. For each section (excluding section A), the ball blinks until 0 to 5999 out balls are detected, and lights up from 6000 or more.

In addition, the information calculated by the above formula is displayed in the "ratio segment" (rounded to the first decimal place of the calculation result, and the value after rounding is displayed). For example, when the number of outs is 0, , "00" is displayed, and when the value after rounding is 100 or more, "99." is displayed.

Next, in FIG. 10, when the display mode for each section is "section A", as described above, the game performance information is not calculated. Therefore, in the current section, the identification segment is used. “BL.” Is displayed blinking, and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

Further, as described above, the "section A" is mostly in the state when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shipped from the manufacturer's factory and introduced into the game store, so that the past section (past calculation information) is used. not exist. Therefore, in the past section (1), "b1." Is displayed blinking in the identification segment, "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (2), "b1." Is displayed in the identification segment. "B2." Is displayed blinking, "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (3), "b3." Is blinked in the identification segment and "---" is displayed in the ratio segment. (Horizontal bar) is displayed.

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

In the case of "section B", in the current section, "bL." Is displayed blinking or lit according to the number of outs in the identification segment, and the value calculated by the calculation system processing described later is displayed in the ratio segment. In the past section (1), "b1." Is displayed blinking in the identification segment, "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and in the past section (2), "b2." Is displayed in the identification segment. Is blinking, "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, "b3." Is blinked in the identification segment in the past section (3), and "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment. ) Is displayed.

In the case of "section C", in the current section, "bL." Is displayed blinking or lit according to the number of outs in the identification segment, and the value calculated by the calculation system processing described later is displayed in the ratio segment. In the past section (1), "b1." Is lit and displayed in the identification segment, and the final value in "section B" (value calculated immediately before reaching 60,000 in section B) is displayed in the ratio segment. In the section (2) of, "b2." Is displayed blinking in the identification segment, "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment, and "b3." Is displayed in the identification segment in the past section (3). It is displayed blinking, and "---" (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

In the case of "section D", in the current section, "bL." Is displayed blinking or lit according to the number of outs in the identification segment, and the value calculated by the calculation system processing described later is displayed in the ratio segment. In the past section (1), "b1." Is lit and displayed in the identification segment, and the final value in "section C" (value calculated immediately before reaching 60,000 in section C) is displayed in the ratio segment. In the section (2) of, "b2." Is lit and displayed in the identification segment, and the final value in the "section B" (the value calculated immediately before reaching 60,000 in the interval C) is displayed in the ratio segment. In the section (3), “b3.” Is displayed blinking in the identification segment, and “−−” (horizontal bar) is displayed in the ratio segment.

In this way, by displaying the current section, the past section (1), the past section (2), the past section (3) and the game performance information on the display 104, a person such as an external inspection institution can display the information. When conducting an inspection, it is possible to easily confirm whether or not an appropriate gaming machine is provided.

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

(About main control board main processing)
FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the main processing performed on the main control board 100. This process is started by the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100 when the power is turned on to the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a voltage is supplied to each control board from the power supply board 400.

(Step S1)
In step S1, the main CPU 101 determines whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is out of power (power failure state). As a result, if the power is cut off (power failure state), the process of step S1 is repeatedly executed, and if the power is not cut off (power failure state), the process shifts to step S2. If the power is off (power failure), the process can be executed using a backup power supply (not shown).

(Step S2)
In step S2, the main CPU 101 disables interrupts. As a result, the main CPU 101 executes only the process of FIG. 11 until the interrupt is permitted in S18 described later. Then, when the interrupt is disabled, the process shifts to step S3.

(Step S3)
In step S3, the main CPU 101 determines whether the RAM clear switch 105 is ON (pressed). That is, it is determined whether the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on (the power supply SW400a is turned on) while the RAM clear switch 105 is pressed. As a result, when the RAM clear switch 105 is ON, the process shifts to step S4, and when the RAM clear switch 105 is not ON, the process shifts to step S9.

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

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

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

(Step S7)
In step S7, when the RAM clear switch 105 is ON and the power supply SW400a is ON, the main CPU 101 initializes the areas 1 and 2 (excluding the set value storage area) of the main RAM 103. As a result, for example, when the game store is closed and the game is in a short-time game state, the game can be started from the normal game state when the game store is opened the next day. Then, when the areas 1 and 2 (excluding the set value storage area) of the main RAM 103 are initialized, the process shifts to step S8.

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

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

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

(Step S11)
In step S11, the main CPU 101 determines whether there is backed up data. For example, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off, a backup process (not shown) is performed, and data retention, checksum storage, and backup flags are turned on. Then, if the backup flag is ON, it is determined that there is backed up data, and if the backup flag is not ON, it is determined that there is no backed up data. As a result, if there is backed up data, the process is shifted to step S12, and if there is no backed up data, it is determined that the power is turned on for the first time and the process is shifted to step S17.

(Step S12)
In step S12, the main CPU 101 calculates the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103. Then, when the checksum of the area of the main RAM 103 is calculated, the process shifts to step S13.

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

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

(Step S15)
In step S15, the main CPU 101 performs a return process. That is, the state before the power failure is restored to the normal state. Then, when the normal state is restored to the state before the power failure state, the process shifts to step S16.

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

(Step S17)
In step S17, the main CPU 101 sets the CTC. That is, the CTC (counter timer circuit) having a function of creating a pulse output of a fixed cycle, a function of measuring time, etc. is set so that the main control board timer interrupt processing described later is periodically performed every 4 ms. , CTC time constant register is set. Then, when the CTC is set, the process shifts to step S18.

(Step S18)
In step S18, the main CPU 101 allows interrupts. Then, when the interrupt is permitted, the device waits, and thereafter, the main control board timer interrupt process described later is performed every 4 ms.

(About setting value change processing)
FIG. 12 is a flowchart (subroutine in step S5 of the main control board main process) showing the set value change process performed on the main control board 100. The state in which the process of FIG. 12 is being performed corresponds to the above-mentioned "setting change state".

(Step S5-1)
In step S5-1, the main CPU 101 initializes the area of the main RAM 103 (excluding the set value storage area). Then, when the area of the main RAM 103 (excluding the set value storage area) is initialized, the process shifts to step S5-2.

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

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

(Step S5-4)
In step S5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether the set value change operation has been performed. Specifically, it is determined whether the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on. Then, when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned ON, the process shifts to step S5-5, and when the RAM clear switch 105 is not turned ON, the process shifts to step S5-7.

(Step S5-5)
In step S5-5, the main CPU 101 performs a process of changing the set value. For example, when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on when the set value is "1", the set value is changed to "2", and when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on when the set value is "2", the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on. When the set value is changed to "3" and the set value is "3" and the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on, the set value is changed to "4" and when the set value is "4", the RAM is changed. When the clear switch 105 is turned on, the set value is changed to "5", and when the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on when the set value is "5", the set value is changed to "6" and the set value is "6". When the RAM clear switch 105 is turned on when the value is "6", the set value is changed to "1". Then, when the set value is changed, the process shifts to step S5-6.

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

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

(Step S5-8)
In step S5-8, the main CPU 101 stores the set value in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103. That is, when the desired set value is displayed on the display 104 and the setting change key is rotated 90 degrees counterclockwise (vertically), the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is fixed. become. As a result, subsequent games will be performed based on the stored set value. Then, when the set value is stored in the set value storage area of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S5-9.

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

(Step S5-10)
In step S5-10, the main CPU 101 transmits a set value information command. The set value information command is a command indicating information on the set value, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, it stores the information of the set value in the sub RAM 203 and executes the set value suggestion effect described later. Refer to the information of the set value stored in the sub RAM 203. Further, when the effect control board 200 receives the command, the effect control board 200 ends the above-mentioned notification such as "setting is being changed". Then, when the set value information command is transmitted, the process shifts to step S6 of the main control board main process.

(About setting value confirmation process)
FIG. 13 is a flowchart (subroutine in step S10 of the main control board main process) showing the set value confirmation process performed on the main control board 100. The state in which the process of FIG. 13 is being performed corresponds to the above-mentioned "setting confirmation state".

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

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

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

(Step S10-4)
In step S10-4, the main CPU 101 hides the display 104. That is, the set value displayed on the display 104 in step S10-2 is hidden. Then, when the display 104 is hidden, the process shifts to step S10-5.

(Step S10-5)
In step S10-5, the main CPU 101 transmits a set value confirmation end command. The set value confirmation end command is a command indicating that the set value confirmation process has been completed, and when the effect control board 200 receives the command, the effect control board 200 ends the above-mentioned notification such as "setting is being confirmed". Then, when the set value confirmation end command is transmitted, the process shifts to step S11 of the main control board main process.

(About main control board timer interrupt processing)
FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing a main control board timer interrupt process performed on the main control board 100. This process is a process executed by interrupting the above-mentioned main control board main process periodically (for example, every 4 ms).

(Step S101)
In step S101, the main CPU 101 saves the information stored in the register. Then, when the information stored in the register is saved, the process shifts to step S102.

(Step S102)
In step S102, the main CPU 101 performs a time management process for updating the timer used in the game (for example, the opening time of the big winning opening 24 or the like). Then, when the timer used in the game is updated, the process shifts to step S103.

(Step S103)
In step S103, the main CPU 101 updates initial value random numbers such as a hit determination random number, a special symbol determination random number, and a variation pattern determination random number. Then, when the various random number update processes are completed, the process shifts to step S104.

(Step S104)
In step S104, the main CPU 101 detects the input from each SW shown in FIG. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the input from each SW is detected, the process shifts to step S105.

(Step S105)
In step S105, the main CPU 101 performs a process related to the special symbol. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the processing related to the special symbol is completed, the processing shifts to step S106.

(Step S106)
In step S106, the main CPU 101 performs a process related to the normal symbol. For example, when the game ball passes through the gate member 20, the "normal symbol hit determination process" is performed, the normal symbol is determined, and the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is determined. Then, when the process related to the normal symbol is completed, the process shifts to step S107.

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

(Step S108)
In step S108, the main CPU 101 performs a process of transmitting various commands to the effect control board 200. For example, the main CPU 101 confirms whether a command is set in the command transmission area in the process, and if the command is set, the set command is transmitted to the effect control board 200 or the payout control board 300. Send to. Then, when the command transmission process is completed, the process shifts to step S109.

(Step S109)
In step S109, when the main CPU 101 is a symbol variation game based on the game ball entering the first start port 21, the special symbol display control (variation display and determination) is performed on the first special symbol display 27a. In the case of a symbol variation game based on a game ball entering the second starting port 22, display control (variation display and confirmation display) of a special symbol is performed on the second special symbol display 27b. Do. In addition, the first special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator 27c and the second special symbol hold indicator are based on the fact that a game ball has entered each start port and that the symbol variation game at each start port has ended. The display control of 27d is also performed. Then, when the display control of the special symbol is finished, the process shifts to step S110.

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

(Step S111)
In step S111, the main CPU 101 performs an abnormality confirmation process. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 22. Then, when the abnormality confirmation process is completed, the process shifts to step S112.

(Step S112)
In step S112, the main CPU 101 performs game performance information management processing. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 23 and the like. Then, when the game performance information management process is completed, the process shifts to step S113.

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

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

(Step S104-1)
In step S104-1, the main CPU 101 performs a process when the first start port is detected. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the processing at the time of detecting the first start port is completed, the processing shifts to step S104-2.

(Step S104-2)
In step S104-2, the main CPU 101 performs a process when the second start port is detected. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the processing at the time of detecting the second start port is completed, the processing shifts to step S104-3.

(Step S104-3)
In step S104-3, when the main CPU 101 inputs the information that the entry of the game ball is detected from the normal winning opening detection SW23a, the main CPU 101 causes the payout control board 300 to pay out the game ball of "8" balls as the prize ball. The process of setting the payout command signal in the payout command transmission area is performed. Then, when the normal winning opening detection processing is completed, the processing proceeds to step S104-4.

(Step S104-4)
In step S104-4, when the main CPU 101 inputs the information that the entry of the game ball is detected from the large winning opening detection SW24a, the main CPU 101 causes the payout control board 300 to pay out the game ball of "12" balls as the prize ball. The process of setting the payout command signal in the payout command transmission area is performed. Further, in order to notify using the image display device 26 or the like that a game ball has entered the large winning opening 24, a large winning opening entry detection signal is set in the command transmission area. The notification using the image display device 26 or the like means that, for example, when more than 10 game balls are detected by the large winning opening detection SW24a per round (also referred to as over winning), the image display device 26 indicates that fact. Examples include displaying and notifying by sound from the speaker 10. Then, when the processing at the time of detecting the large winning opening is completed, the processing shifts to step S104-5.

(Step S104-5)
In step S104-5, when the main CPU 101 inputs the information that detects the passage of the game ball from the gate detection SW20a and the number of hold of the normal symbol variation game is less than "4", the normal symbol variation game Is added by "1" to obtain a random number value used for the normal symbol hit determination process, and is stored in the hold storage area of the normal symbol variation game provided in the main RAM 103. Further, in order to produce an effect corresponding to the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20, a process of setting a gate passage command in the command transmission area is performed. Then, when the passing gate detection processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S104-6.

(Step S104-6)
In step S104-6, the main CPU 101 performs a process when the information of detecting the entry of the game ball is input from the out port detection SW25a. For example, in order to transmit the out-port passage command to the effect control board 200, the out-port passage command is set in the command transmission area. Then, when the out port detection processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S105 of the main control board timer interrupt processing.

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

(Step S104-1-1)
In step S104-1-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information of detecting the entry of the game ball is input from the first start port detection SW21a. Then, when the information of detecting the entry of the game ball is input from the first start opening detection SW21a, the process shifts to step S104-1-2, and the entry of the game ball is detected from the first start opening detection SW21a. If the input information has not been input, the process proceeds to step S104-2 of the input SW detection process.

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

(Step S104-1-3)
In step S104-1-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the above-mentioned "fourth storage area" is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of hold of the symbol variation game at the first start port 21 is "4". Then, when the "fourth storage area" is stored, the process shifts to step S104-2 of the input SW detection process, and when the "fourth storage area" is not stored, step S104-1- The process shifts to 4.

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

The acquisition of the hit determination random number value may be performed before step S104-1-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" is stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

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

The acquisition of the special symbol determination random number value may be performed before step S104-1-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" is stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

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

The acquisition of the random value for determining the special symbol variation pattern may be performed before step S104-1-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-1-3 that the "fourth storage area" is stored, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

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

(Step S104-1-8)
In step S104-1-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. The winning determination process is a process of determining whether the random number value acquired in step S104-1-4 is a hit prior to the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). is there. As a result, for example, when the hit determination random value stored in the "fourth storage area" in step S104-1-7 is a hit, the advance notice effect (“look-ahead effect” described later) is performed over a plurality of fluctuations. Can be executed. Then, when the winning determination process is completed, the process shifts to step S104-1-9.

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

(Regarding processing when the second starting port is detected)
FIG. 17 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S104-2 of the input SW detection process) showing the process at the time of detecting the second start port performed on the main control board 100.

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

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

(Step S104-2-3)
In step S104-2-3, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the above-mentioned "fourth storage area" is stored. That is, it is determined whether or not the number of hold of the symbol variation game at the second starting port 22 is "4". Then, when the "fourth storage area" is stored, the process shifts to step S104-3 of the input SW detection process, and when the "fourth storage area" is not stored, step S104-2- The process shifts to 4.

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

The acquisition of the hit determination random number value may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-2-3 that the value is stored in the “variable storage area”, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

(Step S104-2-5)
In step S104-2-5, the main CPU 101 acquires a random value for determining a special symbol. The random number value acquired in this process will be used in the winning determination process (step S104-2-8) and the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19), which will be described later. Then, when the special symbol determination random number value is acquired, the process proceeds to step S104-2-6.

The acquisition of the random value for determining the special symbol may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-2-3 that the value is stored in the “variable storage area”, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

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

The acquisition of the random value for determining the special symbol variation pattern may be performed before step S104-2-3. Then, when it is determined in step S104-2-3 that the value is stored in the “variable storage area”, the acquired random number value may be discarded.

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

(Step S104-2-8)
In step S104-2-8, the main CPU 101 performs a winning determination process. The winning determination process is a process of determining whether the random number value acquired in step S104-2-4 is a hit prior to the special symbol hit determination process in the special symbol variation start process (see FIG. 19). is there. As a result, for example, when the hit determination random value stored in the variable storage area in step S104-2-7 is a hit, for example, by transmitting the second start opening winning command described later, the second start opening It is possible to execute a hit notification when entering the ball 22. Then, when the winning determination process is completed, the process proceeds to step S104-2-9.

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Step S105-5)
In step S105-5, when the main CPU 101 determines that the value "0" indicating that the game is stopped is not set and the value "1" indicating that the game is changing is not set, the winning game It is determined that the value "2" indicating the above is set, and the winning game process shown in FIG. 21 is performed. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the winning game process is completed, the special symbol-related process is terminated, and the process shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(About processing at the start of special symbol change)
FIG. 19 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-2 of the special symbol-related processing) showing the processing at the start of the special symbol variation performed on the main control board 100.

(Step S105-2-1)
In step S105-2-1, the main CPU 101 sets the "variable storage area" to the "fourth storage area" in the hold storage area of the symbol variation game corresponding to the second start port 22 provided in the main RAM 103. Determine if the state is not held in any of them. Then, when the number of holds corresponding to the second start port 22 is not "0", the process shifts to step S105-2-2, and the number of holds corresponding to the second start port 22 is "0". If there is, the process shifts to step S105-2-4.

(Step S105-2-2)
In step S105-2-2, the main CPU 101 subtracts "1" from the number of holdings of the second starting port 22. Regarding the subtraction, as described in the above-mentioned "About the second starting port 22", after sliding the determination information (random value value) of the "variable storage area" to the "fourth storage area", the subtraction is performed. It corresponds to emptying the storage area of "1". Along with this, the display of the second special symbol hold indicator 27d also changes to a display mode (from "blinking" to "lighting" or from "lighting" to "off") according to the number of holds. Then, when the number of holds of the second starting port 22 is subtracted by "1", the process shifts to step S105-2-3.

(Step S105-2-3)
In step S105-2-3, the main CPU 101 sets the second start port subtraction command in the command transmission area described above in order to subtract and display the hold ball image and the like on the image display device 26. Then, when the second start port subtraction command is set, the process shifts to step S105-2-8.

(Step S105-2-4)
In step S105-2-4, the main CPU 101 is reserved in any of the "variable storage area" to the "fourth storage area" in the hold storage area corresponding to the first start port 21 provided in the main RAM 103. Determine if it is not in the state. If the number of holds corresponding to the first start port 21 is not "0", the process shifts to step S105-2-5, and the number of holds corresponding to the first start port 21 is "0". If there is, the process shifts to step S105-2-6.

(Step S105-2-5)
In step S105-2-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts "1" from the number of holdings of the first starting port 21. Regarding the subtraction, as described in the above-mentioned "About the first starting port 21", after sliding the determination information (random value value) of the "variable storage area" to the "fourth storage area", the subtraction is performed. It corresponds to emptying the storage area of "1". Along with this, the display of the first special symbol hold indicator 27c also changes to a display mode (from "blinking" to "lighting" or from "lighting" to "off") according to the number of holds. Then, when the number of holds of the first starting port 21 is subtracted by "1", the process shifts to step S105-2-7.

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

(Step S105-2-7)
In step S105-2-7, the main CPU 101 sets the first start port subtraction command in the command transmission area in order to subtract and display the hold ball image and the like on the image display device 26. Then, when the first start port subtraction command is set, the process shifts to step S105-2-8.

(Step S105-2-8)
In step S105-2-8, when the main CPU 101 subtracts the second start port hold and performs the process, the main CPU 101 uses the determination information (random value) acquired and stored in the second start port detection process. On the other hand, when the first start port hold is subtracted and the processing is performed, the judgment information (random value) is determined to be a hit by using the judgment information (random value) acquired and stored in the first start port detection process. Determine if it is information (random value). Then, when the hit determination process of the special symbol is completed, the process shifts to step S105-2-9. The following steps S105-2-9 to S105-2-12 are processed based on the determination result (hit or miss) of step S105-2-8.

In performing the special symbol hit determination process, after reading the set value stored in the main RAM 103 in step S5-8 of FIG. 12, the special symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 5) corresponding to the read set value is displayed. It may be read out and the special symbol hit determination process may be performed, or after the set value is stored in the main RAM 103 in step S5-8 of FIG. 12, the special symbol hit determination table corresponding to the stored set value (FIG. 5). (See) is stored in the main RAM 103, and in the special symbol hit determination process, the special symbol hit determination process is performed using the special symbol hit determination table (see FIG. 5) stored in the main RAM 103. Good.

(Step S105-2-9)
In step S105-2-9, the main CPU 101 determines a special symbol to be confirmed and displayed as a determination result of the "special symbol hit determination process" on the first special symbol display 27a or the second special symbol display 27b. For example, when the special symbol hit determination process is performed by subtracting the second start port hold and the determination is made as a hit, the table for (2) the second start port 22 in FIG. 6 and the above-mentioned random number for determining the special symbol The special symbol is determined using and, the first start port hold is subtracted, the special symbol hit determination process is performed, and when it is determined to be a hit, the table for (1) first start port 21 in FIG. 6 and The special symbol is determined by using the above-mentioned random number for determining the special symbol. Also, when it is determined that there is a loss, a special symbol for the loss is determined in the same manner. Then, when the special symbol is determined, the process shifts to step S105-2-10.

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

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

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

(Step S105-2-13)
In step S105-2-13, the main CPU 101 sets the time management counter of the main RAM 103 with the fluctuation time (see FIG. 8) corresponding to the special symbol fluctuation pattern determined in step S105-2-10. For example, when the "fluctuation pattern 9" is determined, the fluctuation time "70S" is set. Then, when the fluctuation time is set, the process shifts to step S105-2-14.

(Step S105-2-14)
In step S105-2-14, the main CPU 101 sets a value "1" indicating that the flag is changing in the special symbol state flag storage area of the main RAM 103. As a result, it can be recognized that the special symbol is changing. Further, in the process, the subtraction of the fluctuation time set in step S105-2-13 is started. Then, when the value "1" indicating that the value is changing is set in the special symbol state flag storage area, the process shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

In the above description of FIG. 19, if there is determination information of the second starting port 22 in step S105-2-1, the special symbol hit determination process is executed in preference to the first starting port 21. The special symbol hit determination process may be executed in the order in which the ball enters the first start port 21 and the second start port 22.

(About processing during special symbol change)
FIG. 20 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-4 of the special symbol-related process) showing the process during the special symbol change performed on the main control board 100.

(Step S105-4-1)
In step S105-4-1, the main CPU 101 determines in the time management counter of the main RAM 103 whether or not the set fluctuation time has elapsed. For example, when the "variation pattern 9" is determined and "70S" is set, it is determined whether or not "70S" has elapsed. For the convenience of transmitting the symbol stop command described later to the effect control board 200, the timing of determining that the timer has elapsed may be advanced. For example, in the case of "fluctuation pattern 9", the time when "69S" has elapsed may be the timing for determining that the timer has elapsed. In this way, there is a significant difference between the timing at which the special symbol is confirmed and displayed on the first special symbol display 27a and the second special symbol display 27b and the timing at which the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed on the image display device 26. Can be prevented. Then, when the variation time of the special symbol has elapsed, the process shifts to step S105-4-2, and when the variation time of the special symbol has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. To migrate.

(Step S105-4-2)
In step S105-4-2, the main CPU 101 sends a symbol to the command transmission area in order to transmit a symbol stop command for stopping the decorative symbol that is variablely displayed on the image display device 26 to the effect control board 200. Set the stop command. Then, when the symbol stop command is set, the process shifts to step S105-4-3.

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

(Step S105-4-4)
In steps S105-4-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a value is set in the time reduction counter provided in the main RAM 103. The value of the time reduction counter is set in the big hit 1 game process and the big hit 2 game process, which will be described later. Then, when the value is set in the time reduction counter, the process shifts to step S105-4-5, and when the value is not set in the time reduction counter, the process shifts to step S105-4-9. To do.

(Step S105-4-5)
In step S105-4-5, the main CPU 101 subtracts the value of the time reduction counter (subtracts "1"). Then, when the value of the time reduction counter is subtracted (“1” is subtracted), the process shifts to step S105-4-6.

(Step S105-4-6)
In step S105-4-6, the main CPU 101 determines whether the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction is "0". Then, when the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction is "0", the process shifts to step S105-4-7, and when the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction is not "0", step S105 The process shifts to -4-9.

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

(Step S105-4-8)
In steps S105-4-8, the main CPU 101 sets a game state command (normal) in the command transmission area in order to transmit a game state command indicating that the game is in the normal game state to the effect control board 200. Then, when a game state command indicating that the game is in the normal game state is set, the process shifts to step S105-4-9.

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

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

(Step S105-4-11)
In step S105-4-11, the main CPU 101 shifts to the opening that notifies that the winning game has started. For example, in the hit game state storage area provided in the main RAM 103, the state in the hit game is stored, "0" is set for the opening, and "0" is set when the big winning opening 24 is open. "1" is set, "2" is set for the inter-round interval, and "3" is set for the ending. Then, when "0" indicating the opening is set in the winning game state storage area, the process shifts to step S105-4-12.

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

(Step S105-4-13)
In steps S105-4-13, the main CPU 101 sets the time corresponding to the opening of the winning game (for example, "10S") in the counter of the main RAM 103. Then, when the time corresponding to the opening is set, the process shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(About winning game processing)
FIG. 21 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S105-5 of special symbol-related processing) showing a winning game process performed on the main control board 100.

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

(Step S105-5-2)
In step S105-5-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the time corresponding to the opening set in step S105-4-13 of FIG. 20 described above (for example, “10S”) has elapsed. Then, when the time corresponding to the opening has elapsed, the process shifts to step S105-5-3, and when the time corresponding to the opening has not elapsed, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. To migrate.

(Step S105-5-3)
In step S105-5-3, the main CPU 101 drives the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b to open the large winning opening 24. Further, the time management counter of the main RAM 103 sets the open time of 29.5S. As a result, the first round of the winning game will start. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". Then, when the large winning opening 24 is opened, the process shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-4)
In step S105-5-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether the large winning opening is being opened. It is determined whether or not "1" indicating that the large winning opening is open is set in the hit game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, if the large winning opening is open, the process shifts to step S105-5-5, and if the large winning opening is not open, the process shifts to step S105-5-7.

(Step S105-5-5)
In step S105-5-5, the main CPU 101 has passed 29.5S with the large winning opening 24 open without detecting the entry of 10 balls by the large winning opening detection SW24a, or has detected the large winning opening. It is determined whether the entry of 10 balls is detected by SW24a or whether any of the conditions for closing the large winning opening is satisfied. Then, when the large winning opening closing condition is satisfied, the process shifts to step S105-5-6, and when the large winning opening closing condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt processing. To migrate.

(Step S105-5-6)
In step S105-5-6, the main CPU 101 shifts to an inter-round interval constituting the period from the closing of the large winning opening 24 to the next opening. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is set from "1" to "2". Then, when the interval is shifted to the inter-round interval, the process shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

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

(Step S105-5-8)
In step S105-5-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether it is the end of the final round. For example, if the number of rounds is updated (incremented or decremented) in step S105-5-11 described later and the number of remaining rounds is "0", it is determined that the final round has ended in the process. Then, when it is the end of the final round, the process shifts to step S105-5-9, and when it is not the end of the final round, the process shifts to step S105-5-11.

(Step S105-5-9)
In step S105-5-9, the main CPU 101 shifts to the ending that notifies that the winning game is completed. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is set to "2" to "3". Further, the time corresponding to the ending of the winning game (for example, "10S") is set in the time management counter of the main RAM 103. Then, when the process shifts to the ending, the process shifts to step S105-5-10.

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

(Step S105-5-11)
In step S105-5-11, the main CPU 101 updates the value of the round number counter of the main RAM 103. The update method may be increment or decrement. For example, when a hit of "10" rounds is given, "10" may be set in the round number counter of the main RAM 103 so that one decrement is performed for each round, or the rounds of the main RAM 103 may be decremented. Instead of setting "10" in the number counter, it may be incremented by 1 for each round. Then, when the number of rounds is updated, the process shifts to step S105-5-12.

(Step S105-5-12)
In step S105-5-12, the main CPU 101 drives the large winning opening opening / closing solenoid 24b to open the large winning opening 24. Further, the time management counter of the main RAM 103 sets the open time of 29.5S. As a result, the second and subsequent rounds of the winning game will start. In this process, the value of the winning game state storage area is changed from "0" to "1". Then, when the large winning opening 24 is opened, the process shifts to step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S105-5-13)
In step S105-5-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether the time corresponding to the ending set in step S105-5-9 described above (for example, "10S") has elapsed. Then, when the time corresponding to the ending has elapsed, the process shifts to step S105-5-14, and when the time corresponding to the ending has not elapsed, step S106 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Move the process to.

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

(Step S105-5-15)
In steps S105-5-15, the main CPU 101 sets the gaming state to the probabilistic gaming state. Therefore, in the process, "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103. Then, when "2" is set in the game state storage area of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S105-5-16. In the present embodiment, the probability-changing game state is set to an infinite number of times until the next winning game is given, but a finite probability-changing game state may be set. For example, "10000" times may be set as the upper limit of the probabilistic gaming state.

(Step S105-5-16)
In steps S105-5-16, the main CPU 101 transmits the game state command (probability change) described above in order to transmit the game state command (probability change) indicating that the game state is in the probabilistic game state to the effect control board 200. Set in the area. Then, when a game state command indicating that the game is in the probabilistic game state is set, the process shifts to step S105-5-17.

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Step S111-1)
In step S111-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the input is performed by the magnetic sensor 32. Then, when the input is performed from the magnetic sensor 32, the process shifts to step S111-2, and when the input is not performed from the magnetic sensor 32, the process shifts to step S111-4.

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

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

(Step S111-4)
In step S111-4, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the input is performed by the radio wave sensor 33. Then, when the input is performed from the radio wave sensor 33, the process shifts to step S111-5, and when the input is not performed from the radio wave sensor 33, the process is performed in step S112 of the main control board timer interrupt process. Transition.

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

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

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a large number of errors occur. A large number of errors are roughly classified into severe errors and mild errors. Examples of severe errors include the above-mentioned magnetic sensor error and radio wave sensor error, and many others. In this case, in the light emitting device 9, the error notification is performed by the light emitting pattern for the severe error, and in the speaker 10, the error notification is performed by the volume value for the severe error (for example, the maximum volume value), and the image. In the display device 26, error notification is performed by displaying for severe errors (for example, error notification by full screen described later). On the other hand, as an example of the mild error, there is a dish full tank error, and there are many others. In this case, error notification for a minor error (for example, "please pull out the ball") is performed using the speaker 10 and / or the image display device 26.

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

(Step S112-1)
In step S112-1, the main CPU 101 performs the input system processing shown in FIG. 24. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 24. Then, when the input system processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S112-2.

(Step S112-2)
In step S112-2, the main CPU 101 performs the calculation system processing shown in FIG. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 25. Then, when the calculation system processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S112-3.

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

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

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

In step S112-1-1, it is determined whether or not the value of the game state storage area is "0", but the determination process may not be necessary. That is, the process of step S112-1-2 or less may be executed in a state other than the normal game state (hit game, time-saving game state, probability variation game state).

(Step S112-1-2)
In step S112-1-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the out port detection SW25a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the out port detection SW25a detects the entry of the game ball and the out port detection SW25a inputs information indicating that the entry of the game ball is detected. As a result, when the information indicating that the entry of the game ball is detected is input from the out port detection SW25a, the process shifts to step S112-1-3, and the entry of the game ball is entered from the out opening detection SW25a. If the information indicating that the above is detected is not input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-12.

In step S112-1-2, it may be possible to directly confirm whether or not the information indicating that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the out port detection SW25a, or the step of the input SW detection process. When the entry of a game ball is detected from the out opening detection SW25a in S104-6, the entry flag is turned ON, and when it is confirmed that the entry flag is ON in the process, the out opening is turned on. It may be determined that the detection SW25a is ON.

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

(Step S112-1-4)
In step S112-1--4, the main CPU 101 updates the out-counter during normal operation. Here, an out counter is usually provided in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103. The normal middle out counter is designed to count up (cumulatively) when the out detection SW25a detects the entry of a game ball in the normal game state, and the number of outs in the normal game state is increased by the normal middle out counter. Can be grasped. That is, when it is determined that the out ball is detected in step S112-1-2, the out counter during normal operation is updated in the process. Then, when the out counter is updated during normal operation, the process shifts to step S112-1-5.

(Step S112-1-5)
In step S112-1-5, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the out-counter during normal operation is "300". That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal middle out counter and determines whether the value of the normal middle out counter is “300”. As a result, if the value of the normal middle out counter is "300", the process shifts to step S112-1-6, and if the value of the normal middle out counter is not "300", the game performance information management process The process shifts to step S112-2 of the above.

(Step S112-1-6)
In step S112-1-6, the main CPU 101 once resets the value of the normal middle out counter (sets the value to "0"), and then resets the value of the normal middle out counter to "+1". That is, since the main CPU 101 changes to the section B from step S112-1-7 described later, after resetting the normal middle out counter counted in the section A once, the "300" th out ball is set to 1 in the section B. Count up as the first out ball. Then, once the value of the normal middle out counter is reset (the value is set to "0"), and then the value of the normal middle out counter is set to "+1", the process proceeds to step S112-1-7.

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

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

(Step S112-1-8)
In step S112-1-8, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. Then, when the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed state), the process shifts to step S112-1-9, and when the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112 The process shifts to -1-12.

(Step S112-1-9)
In step S112-1-9, the main CPU 101 updates the out-counter during normal operation. Since the process is the same as in step S112-1--4 described above, the description thereof will be omitted. Then, when the out counter is updated during normal operation, the process shifts to step S112-1-10.

(Step S112-1-10)
In step S112-1-10, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the out-counter during normal operation is the section change value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal middle out counter and determines whether the value of the normal middle out counter is "60,000". As a result, if the value of the normal middle out counter is "60,000", the process shifts to step S112-1-11, and if the value of the normal middle out counter is not "60,000", the game performance information management process The process shifts to step S112-2 of the above.

(Step S112-1-11)
In step S112-1-11, the main CPU 101 changes the section, and saves the final value of the game performance information in the section before the change in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103. For example, if the current section is section B, the value of the section management area is changed to section C as "2", and the value is calculated immediately before the value of the normal middle out counter reaches "60,000" in section B. The game performance information is stored in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103. Thereby, for example, in the section C, the final value of the section B can be displayed in the past section (1). Then, when the section is changed and the final value of the game performance information in the section before the change is saved in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103, the process shifts to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

(Step S112-1-12)
In step S112-1-12, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the first start port detection SW21a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information indicating that the first start opening detection SW21a has detected the entry of the game ball and the first start opening detection SW21a has detected the entry of the game ball has been input. As a result, when the information indicating that the entry of the game ball is detected is input from the first start port detection SW21a, the process shifts to step S112-1-13, and the game is played from the first start port detection SW21a. If no information indicating that the ball has been entered has been input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-15.

In step S112-1-12, it may be possible to directly confirm whether or not the information indicating that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the first start port detection SW21a, or the input SW detection process. When the entry of a game ball is detected from the first start port detection SW21a in step S104-1 of the above, the entry flag is set to ON, and it can be confirmed that the entry flag is ON in the process. In addition, it may be determined that the first start port detection SW21a is ON.

(Step S112-1-13)
In step S112-1-13, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. Then, when the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed state), the process shifts to step S112-1-14, and when the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112 The process shifts to -1-15.

(Step S112-1-14)
In step S112-1-14, the main CPU 101 updates the normal middle prize payout counter. Here, a normal middle prize payout counter is provided in the area 3 or the area 4 of the main RAM 103. The normal middle prize payout counter is such that when the first start port detection SW21a, the second start port detection SW22a, and the normal winning opening detection SW23a detect the entry of a game ball in the normal game state, the counter counts up (cumulatively). The number of prizes to be paid out in the normal game state can be grasped by the normal middle prize payout counter. That is, when it is determined that the winning ball is detected in step S112-1-12, step S112-1-15 described later, and step S112-1-18 described later, the normal middle prize payout counter is updated (each prize ball). Updated for a few minutes). Therefore, in this process, "3", which is the number of prize balls in the first starting port 21, is counted up. Then, when the normal middle prize payout counter is updated, the process shifts to step S112-2 of the game performance information management process.

In the normal game state, if the game ball does not enter the second starting port 22 (board configuration) or if the hit determination process is not performed even if the ball enters, the prize is paid out in the normal game state. The number may not include the second starting port 22. On the other hand, if the specification is such that the game ball enters the second start port 22 in the normal game state (board surface configuration), the second start port 22 may be included in the number of winning payouts in the normal game state.

(Step S112-1-15)
In step S112-1-15, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the second start port detection SW22a is ON. That is, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the information indicating that the second start opening detection SW22a has detected the entry of the game ball and the second start opening detection SW22a has detected the entry of the game ball has been input. As a result, when the information indicating that the entry of the game ball is detected is input from the second start port detection SW22a, the process shifts to step S112-1-16, and the game is played from the second start port detection SW22a. If no information indicating that the ball has been entered has been input, the process proceeds to step S112-1-18.

In step S112-1-15, it may be possible to directly confirm whether or not the information indicating that the entry of the game ball has been detected is input from the second start opening detection SW22a, or the input SW detection process may be performed. When the entry of a game ball is detected from the second start port detection SW22a in step S104-2 of the above, the entry flag is set to ON, and it can be confirmed that the entry flag is ON in the process. In addition, it may be determined that the second start port detection SW22a is ON.

(Step S112-1-16)
In step S112-1-16, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. Then, when the frame opening detection SW is ON (closed state), the process shifts to step S112-1-17, and when the frame opening detection SW is not ON (open state), step S112 The process shifts to -1-18.

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

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

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

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

As described above, when an out ball is detected (YES in step S112-1-2), various winning openings (hereinafter, the first starting opening 21, the second starting opening 22, and the normal winning opening 23 are collectively used as various winning openings. When the ball entering the ball is detected (YES in step S112-1-12, YES in step S112-1-15, YES in step S112-1-18), whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. (Step S112-1-8, step S112-1-13, step S112-1-16, step S112-1-19). Then, in the case of "door opening", the normal middle out counter and the normal middle prize payout counter are not updated (NO in step S112-1-8, NO in step S112-1-13, step S112-1). NO at -16, NO at step S112-1-19). As a result, for example, in the section B and thereafter, when the administrator opens the glass frame 4 and puts the ball into various winning openings in order to confirm the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the game is not performed. It is possible to exclude the number of winning and paying out, and it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and paying out and the number of outs generated when the game is being played).

Further, when an out ball is detected in the section A, the out counter is updated during normal operation without determining whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON. As described above, the section A is a section in which the game performance information is not calculated, and is a section assuming an operation check by the administrator from the time the game store is set up to the time the store is opened. It is not necessary to determine whether or not the door is open, so that the processing of the section A can proceed smoothly.

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

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

Although it is determined in step S112-2-1 whether or not the value of the game state storage area is "0", the determination process may not be necessary. That is, the processing of step S112-2-2 or less may be executed in a state other than the normal game state (hit game, time saving game state, probability variation game state).

(Step S112-2-2)
In step S112-2-2, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the current section is the section A. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the section management area (area 3 or area 4) of the main RAM 103, and determines whether the current section is the section A (value “0”). As a result, if the current section is the section A, the process shifts to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process, and if the current section is not the section A, the process is performed in step S112-2-3. Transition. Although not shown, when the current section is section A, the display data (of section A) shown in FIG. 10 is created, and the process is shifted to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process. To do.

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

(Step S112-2-4)
In step S112-2-4, the main CPU 101 acquires a normal middle prize payout counter value. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal middle prize payout counter of the main RAM 103 to acquire (acquire and store) the value of the current normal middle prize payout counter. Then, when the normal middle prize payout counter value is acquired, the process shifts to step S112-2-5.

(Step S112-2-5)
In step S112-2-5, the main CPU 101 acquires the out-counter value during normal operation. That is, the main CPU 101 refers to the normal middle out counter of the main RAM 103, and acquires (acquires and stores) the value of the current normal middle out counter. Then, when the normal middle out counter value is acquired, the process shifts to step S112-2-6.

(Step S112-2-6)
In step S112-2-6, the main CPU 101 sets the acquired normal middle prize payout counter value and normal middle out counter value as "(number of game balls paid out in normal game state / number of outs in normal game state) x 100. The game performance information is calculated by applying it to the calculation formula of. Then, when the game performance information is calculated, the process shifts to step S112-2-7.

(Step S112-2-7)
In step S112-2-7, the main CPU 101 creates display data in the current section based on the game performance information calculated in step S112-2-6, and stores the display data in the register, or the area 3 or the area 4. .. Then, when the display data in the current section is created and saved, the process shifts to step S112-3 of the game performance information management process.

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

Further, it is determined whether or not the frame opening detection SW is ON (step S112-2-3), and if it is "door opening", the game performance information is not calculated (step S112-2-3). NO). As a result, for example, in the section B and thereafter, when the administrator opens the glass frame 4 and puts the ball into various winning openings in order to confirm the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the game is not performed. It is possible to exclude the number of winning and paying out, and it is possible to calculate more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of winning and paying out and the number of outs generated when the game is being played).

In the present embodiment, when it is determined that the door is open in the input system processing, the various counters (normal middle out counter, normal middle prize payout counter) are not updated, and the door is in the calculation system processing. The game performance information is not calculated when it is determined that the door is open. However, the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and other embodiments may be used.

For example, when it is determined that the door is open, various counters may not be updated and the calculation system processing may be executed. In this case, since the various counters are not updated, the game performance information based on the values of the various counters before the door is open (the door is closed) will continue to be calculated. Even with this configuration, more accurate game performance information (game performance information based on the number of prizes paid out and the number of outs generated when a game is being played) can be calculated.

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

(Step S112-3-1)
In step S112-3-1, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not it is the display timing of the current section. As described above, the display of the current section → the elapsed time (5 seconds) → the display of the past section (1) → the elapsed time (5 seconds) → the display of the past section (2) → the elapsed time (5 seconds) Switching display such as (5 seconds elapsed) → past section (3) display → predetermined time elapsed (5 seconds elapsed) → current section display is performed, so refer to the timer counter etc. for the current section Determine if it is the display timing. Then, if it is the display timing of the current section, the process shifts to step S112-3-2, and if it is not the display timing of the current section, the process shifts to step S112-3-3.

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

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

(Step S112-3-4)
In step S112-3-4, the main CPU 101 obtains the game performance information of the past section (1) based on the display data (final value data) stored in step S112-1-11 of the input system processing. It is displayed on the display 104. Then, when the game performance information of the past section (1) is displayed on the display 104, the process shifts to step S113 of the main control board timer interrupt process.

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

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

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

As described above, by switching and displaying the current section, the past section (1), the past section (2), and the past section (3), the game performance information for the current and past three sections can be grasped. be able to. Further, since the display of the game performance information is always performed regardless of the game state, for example, even when the game is controlled to the probabilistic game state, the game performance information in the normal game state should be grasped. Can be done.

(Regarding the control process performed by the sub CPU 201)
The control process performed by the sub CPU 201 will be described with reference to FIGS. 27 to 32. The control program shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 27 to 32 is stored in the sub ROM 202, and the sub CPU 201 reads the control program from the sub ROM 202 and performs control processing according to the read control program.

(Step S200)
In step S200, the sub CPU 201 determines whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is out of power (power failure state). As a result, if the power is cut off (power failure state), the process of step S200 is repeatedly executed, and if the power is not cut off (power failure state), the process shifts to step S201. If the power is off (power failure), the process can be executed using a backup power supply (not shown).

(Step S201)
In step S201, the sub CPU 201 performs an initial setting process for initializing the values of registers provided inside. Then, when the initial setting process is completed, the process proceeds to step S202.

(Step S202)
In step S202, the sub CPU 201 sets the CTC. That is, the CTC (counter timer circuit) having a function of creating a pulse output of a fixed cycle, a function of measuring time, etc. is set so that the effect control board timer interrupt processing described later is periodically performed every 4 ms. , CTC time constant register is set. Then, when the CTC is set, the process shifts to step S203.

(Step S203)
In step S203, the sub CPU 201 prohibits an interrupt of the effect control board timer interrupt process that is executed by periodically interrupting the effect control board main process. Then, when the interrupt is disabled, the process shifts to step S204.

(Step S204)
In step S204, the sub CPU 201 updates the effect random number. Then, when the effect random number update process is completed, the process shifts to step S205.

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

(About the effect control board timer interrupt process)
FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing an effect control board timer interrupt process performed on the effect control board 200. This process is a process executed by interrupting the above-mentioned effect control board main process periodically (for example, every 4 ms).

(Step S300)
In step S300, the sub CPU 201 saves the contents of the register in the stack area. Then, when the contents of the register are saved in the stack area, the process shifts to step S301.

(Step S301)
In step S301, the sub CPU 201 performs the main command reception process shown in FIG. 29. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 29. Then, when the main command reception process is completed, the process shifts to step S302.

(Step S302)
In step S302, the sub CPU 201 performs an input process of the operating device. For example, when the effect button 14 is operated, operation information is input from the effect button detection SW14a, and when the effect lever 15 is operated, operation information is input from the effect lever detection SW15a, and the cross key button 16 is operated. If so, the operation information is input from the cross key detection SW16a. When the sub CPU 201 inputs these operation information, the sub CPU 201 controls the image display device 26, the speaker 10, and the like to execute the effect. For example, when the operation information is input from the effect button detection SW14a, the character image is displayed on the image display device 26, and the voice effect based on the character image is output from the speaker 10. Then, when the input processing of the operating device is completed, the processing shifts to step S303.

(Step S303)
In step S303, the sub CPU 201 causes the sub CPU 201 to execute the effect content determined in steps S301 and S302 in each effect device (for example, the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, the image display device 26, etc.) Output control. As a result, in each effect device, an effect corresponding to the effect symbol variation pattern described later and an effect corresponding to the operation of the effect button 14 and the effect lever 15 are executed. Then, when the process of controlling the output to each effect device is completed, the process shifts to step S304.

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

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

(Step S301-1)
In step S301-1, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the set value related information command has been received. Examples of the setting value-related information command include the setting value changing command, the setting value information command, the setting value checking command, and the setting value checking end command described above. Then, when any one of these commands is received, the process shifts to step S301-2, and when any one of these commands is not received, the process shifts to step S301-3.

(Step S301-2)
In step S301-2, the sub CPU 201 performs a process at the time of receiving the set value related information command. For example, when a command for changing the setting value is received, a process for notifying "setting is being changed" is performed via the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, or the image display device 26, and the setting value information command is received. In this case, the set value information is stored in the sub RAM 203 to enable the execution of the set value suggestion effect, the process for ending the notification "setting is being changed" is performed, and the command for confirming the set value is received. In that case, the process for notifying "setting is being confirmed" is performed via the light emitting device 9, the speaker 10, or the image display device 26, and when the setting value confirmation end command is received, "setting is being confirmed". The process for ending the notification is performed. Then, when the process is completed, the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-3)
In step S301-3, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the power supply-related information command has been received. Examples of the power-related information command include the power-on command and power recovery command described above. Then, when any one of these commands is received, the process shifts to step S301-4, and when any one of these commands is not received, the process shifts to step S301-5.

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

(Step S301-5)
In step S301-5, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the error-related information command has been received. Examples of the error-related information command include the above-mentioned commands related to severe errors and commands related to minor errors. Then, when any one of these commands is received, the process shifts to step S301-6, and when any one of these commands is not received, the process shifts to step S301-7.

(Step S301-6)
In step S301-6, the sub CPU 201 performs the error-related command reception processing shown in FIG. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. Then, when the error-related command reception processing is completed, the processing shifts to step S302.

(Step S301-7)
In step S301-7, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the start port related information command has been received. Examples of the start port related information command include the first start port winning command, the second start port winning command, the first start port subtraction command, and the second start port subtraction command described above. Then, when any one of these commands is received, the process shifts to step S301-8, and when any one of these commands is not received, the process shifts to step S301-9.

(Step S301-8)
In step S301-8, the sub CPU 201 performs a process at the time of receiving the start port related information command. For example, when the first start port winning command or the first start port subtraction command is received, the hold ball image (corresponding to the first start port 21) and the hold number image in the image display device 26 are updated. When processing is performed and a second start port winning command or a second start port subtraction command is received, the hold ball image (corresponding to the second start port 22) and the hold number image in the image display device 26 are updated. Perform the processing for. Then, when the process is completed, the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-9)
In step S301-9, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the variation pattern related information command has been received. Examples of the fluctuation pattern-related information command include the above-mentioned special symbol fluctuation pattern specification command. Then, when the command is received, the process shifts to step S301-10, and when the command is not received, the process shifts to step S301-11.

(Step S301-10)
In step S301-10, the sub CPU 201 performs the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern related information command. For example, when a special symbol variation pattern specification command is received, the variation effect pattern is determined from a variation effect pattern determination table (not shown). In the variation effect pattern determination table, one or more variation effect patterns are associated with one special symbol variation pattern. For example, in the case of "normal variation" (7S) of "variation pattern 1", one corresponding variation effect pattern (7S) is prepared, and it may be "super reach" (40S) of "variation pattern 7". For example, a plurality of corresponding variable effect patterns (40S) are prepared. Then, when the "variation pattern 7" is received, any one of the variation effect patterns is determined from the plurality of prepared variation effect patterns. Since the effect contents of the plurality of variable effect patterns are different from each other, it is possible to execute a plurality of effects for one variation pattern. Then, when the process is completed, the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-11)
In step S301-11, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the symbol designation related information command has been received. Examples of the symbol specification related information command include a winning special symbol specification command and a lost special symbol specification command. Then, when any one of these commands is received, the process shifts to step S301-12, and when any one of these commands is not received, the process shifts to step S301-13.

(Step S301-12)
In step S301-12, the sub CPU 201 performs the symbol designation related information command reception processing. For example, when a hit symbol designation command is received, a combination of symbols corresponding to the hit in the above-mentioned decorative symbol image or the fourth symbol image (for example, "777") is determined, and a special symbol designation command for loss is issued. When it is received, the combination of symbols corresponding to the loss (for example, "524") in the decorative symbol image or the fourth symbol image is determined. Then, when the process is completed, the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

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

(Step S301-14)
In step S301-14, the sub CPU 201 performs a process when a symbol stop command is received. Specifically, a process for stopping the decorative symbol image or the fourth symbol image that is variablely displayed is performed. Then, when the process is completed, the process shifts to step S302 of the effect control board timer interrupt process.

(Step S301-15)
In step S301-15, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the game state-related information command has been received. Examples of the game state-related information command include a game state command (normal), a game state command (time reduction), and a game state command (probability change). Then, when any one of these commands is received, the process shifts to step S301-16, and when any one of these commands is not received, the process shifts to step S301-17.

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

(Step S301-17)
In step S301-17, the sub CPU 201 determines whether or not the demo command has been received. Then, when the demo command is received, the process shifts to step S301-18, and when the demo command is not received, the process shifts to step S301-19.

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

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

(Step S301-20)
In step S301-20, the sub CPU 201 performs the ending command reception processing shown in FIG. 32. The process will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. 32. Then, when the processing at the time of receiving the ending command is completed, the processing shifts to step S302.

(Step S301-21)
In step S301-21, the sub CPU 201 performs processing when a large number of other commands (not shown) are received. Then, when the processing when a large number of other commands (not shown) are received is completed, the processing shifts to step S302.

(About processing when receiving error-related commands)
FIG. 30 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-6 of the main command reception process) showing the error-related command reception processing performed on the effect control board 200.

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

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

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

(Step S301-6-4)
In steps S301-6-4, the sub CPU 201 determines to perform error notification on a partial screen. Specifically, it is determined to use a part of the display area of the image display device 26 to display, for example, "Please pull out the ball" in the case of a dish full tank error. Then, when it is decided to perform error notification on a partial screen, the process shifts to step S302.

(About processing when receiving a demo command)
FIG. 31 is a flowchart (subroutine of step S301-18 of the main command reception process) showing the demo command reception process performed on the effect control board 200.

(Step S301-18-1)
In steps S301-18-1, the sub CPU 201 sets the demo movie display (including the attention promotion notification). The demo movie display is composed of a predetermined execution time, and within the predetermined execution time, a predetermined character is displayed, an advertisement advertisement notification, an attention promotion notification is displayed, and the like. The details of "advertisement notification" and "attention promotion notification" will be described later. Then, when the demo movie display (including the attention promotion notification) is set, the process shifts to step S301-18-2.

(Step S301-18-2)
In steps S301-18-2, the sub CPU 201 sets the light emission pattern. Specifically, the light emitting pattern of the light emitting device 9 and the panel lighting device 29 during the demonstration effect is determined. Then, when the light emission pattern is set, the process proceeds to steps S301-18-3.

(Step S301-18-3)
In steps S301-18-3, the sub CPU 201 sets the BGM to be non-output. That is, the sound is silenced during the demonstration effect, and the sound is silenced while the predetermined character is displayed, the advertisement advertisement notification, the attention promotion notification is displayed, and the like. In this way, by making the sound silent during the demo production, the player who is trying to play a new game misunderstands that another player is playing because the sound is output during the demo production. It can be prevented from doing so. Then, when the BGM is set to be non-output, the process shifts to step S302.

It is assumed that the BGM is not output during the demonstration production and is in a silent state, but the target of non-output is not limited to the BGM, but may be a sound effect.

Further, the setting to make the BGM non-output means that the BGM itself may be stopped, or the BGM may be output but no sound may be output from the speaker 10 (so-called "mute"). In any case, the sound should be inaudible to the player.

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

(Step S301-20-1)
In step S301-20-1, the sub CPU 201 sets the ending display (including the attention promotion notification). As described above, the ending display is composed of, for example, "10S", and during the "10S", a predetermined character is displayed, an advertisement advertisement notification, an attention promotion notification is displayed, and the like. Then, when the ending display (including the attention promotion notification) is set, the process shifts to step S301-20-2.

(Step S301-20-2)
In step S301-20-2, the sub CPU 201 sets the light emission pattern. Specifically, the light emitting pattern of the light emitting device 9 during the ending and the lighting device 29 for the panel is determined. Then, when the light emission pattern is set, the process shifts to step S301-20-3.

(Step S301-20-3)
In steps S301-20-3, the sub CPU 201 is set to output BGM. That is, the BGM is output during the ending, and the BGM is output while the predetermined character is displayed, the advertisement / advertisement notification, the attention promotion notification is displayed, and the like. In this way, by setting the BGM to be output (audible sound for the player) during the ending, it is possible to maintain the mood of the player who is uplifted by the hit game. Then, when the setting to output BGM is performed, the process shifts to step S302.

Although it is assumed that BGM is output during the ending, the output target is not limited to BGM, and may be a sound effect.

(About advertising)
Examples of the "advertisement notification" include the display of the model name of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the display of the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, the "advertisement notification" is executed during the demonstration production and during the ending of the winning game.

In the present embodiment, the "advertisement notification" is executed during the demonstration production and during the ending of the winning game, but the timing of execution is not limited to this. For example, it may be executed even during the customer waiting standby effect, or may be executed only at the timing of either the demo effect or the ending of the winning game.

In addition, the content of the "advertisement notification" to be executed may be different between the demonstration production and the ending of the winning game. For example, during the ending of the winning game, the model name of the pachinko game machine 1 and the manufacturer of the pachinko game machine 1 are displayed together, while during the demonstration production, the model name of the pachinko game machine 1 is displayed and the pachinko game is displayed. Either one of the indications of the manufacturer of the machine 1 may be displayed, or vice versa.

In addition, the content of the "advertisement notification" to be executed may be exactly the same during the demonstration production and during the ending of the winning game.

(About attention promotion notification)
The "attention promotion notification" is, for example, a display that warns of excessive devotion to the game (for example, a display that "let's be careful about the devotion to the game"), and a pachinko gaming machine 1 (strictly speaking) as a valuable medium. , A display that warns you to forget to take it from the game ball lending device adjacent to the pachinko game machine 1 (for example, a display that says "Don't forget to take the card"), and a display that prohibits games under the age of 18 (see FIG. 40). ), A display calling attention to fraud that claims the strategy of pachinko game machine 1 (see Fig. 40), a display indicating that cheating on pachinko game machine 1 is a crime (see Fig. 40), and others. However, when the light emitting device 9, the image display device 26, and the panel lighting device 29 are displayed (not shown) to be careful of visually recognizing the light for a long period of time, and the effect lever 15 is movable, the player can move the hand There are indications (not shown) that take care not to pinch your fingers. Then, the "attention promotion notification" is executed during the demonstration production and during the ending of the winning game.

In the present embodiment, the "attention promotion notification" is executed during the demonstration production and during the ending of the winning game, but the timing of execution is not limited to this. For example, it may be executed even during the customer waiting standby effect, or may be executed only at the timing of either the demo effect or the ending of the winning game.

In addition, the content of the "attention promotion notification" to be executed may be different between the demonstration production and the ending of the winning game. For example, during the ending of a winning game, a display that warns of excessive devotion to the game (for example, a display that says "Be careful of the devotion of the game"), and forgetting to remove the valuable medium from the pachinko game machine 1. While displaying caution (for example, "Don't forget to remove the card"), during the demonstration production, a display that warns of excessive devotion to the game (for example, "Be careful of devotion to the game") "Let's play"), a display prohibiting games under the age of 18 (see Fig. 40), a display calling attention to fraud that claims the strategy of pachinko game machine 1 (see Fig. 40), and fraudulent play on pachinko game machine 1. A display indicating that the act is a crime (see FIG. 40), a display cautioning that the light of the illuminant is visually recognized for a long time (not shown), and when the effect lever 15 is movable, the player hands the hand when storing. The display (not shown) may be performed so as not to pinch the finger or the finger, and vice versa.

It should be noted that the content of the "attention promotion notification" to be executed may be exactly the same during the demonstration production and during the ending of the winning game.

However, since the ending time of the winning game is limited and the degree of freedom is less than that of the demo production, the information displayed as "attention promotion notification" is appropriately displayed in consideration of the information displayed as "advertisement display". It is desirable to adjust. For example, if the amount of information displayed as "advertisement display" at the ending of the winning game is larger than that of the demo production, the amount of information displayed as "attention promotion notification" at the ending of the winning game is larger than that of the demo production. You can reduce it. In addition, when the amount of information displayed as "advertising display" at the ending of the winning game is less than that of the demo production, the amount of information displayed as "attention promotion notification" at the ending of the winning game is larger than that of the demo production. You can increase it. With this configuration, the "advertisement display" and the "attention promotion notification" can be efficiently executed by using the ending of the winning game and the demonstration effect.

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

Next, the feature portion in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the time charts 1 to 6 of FIGS. 33 to 38, the figure showing the relationship between the attention promotion notification and the end condition of FIG. 39, and the animation of FIG. 40. .. The animation in FIG. 40 shows a display mode of the image display device 26.

(About time chart 1 in FIG. 33)
The time chart 1 of FIG. 33 shows an example during the ending of the winning game. The timing (a) is, for example, the timing at which the final round of the winning game is completed and the winning game ending (hereinafter, “ED”) is turned on. Then, in the hit game ED, a predetermined character is displayed from the timing (a) to the timing (b), and after the end of the hit game, an effect of notifying whether the game is in the time-saving game state or the probabilistic game state is performed. It has been. While the hit game is ON, the production sound (BGM, sound effect) including the hit game ED is ON. As a result, the mood of the player who is uplifted by the hit game can be maintained even in the hit game ED.

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

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

Here, while the attention promotion notification is being performed, for example, the BGM output from the per-game may be output as it is, or in addition to the (2) BGM output from the per-game. The sound effect may be output, (3) the volume value of the BGM output from the game may be lowered to output the sound effect, or (4) the BGM output from the game may be replaced. You may output the sound effect. In particular, in the cases of (2) to (4), it is possible to easily notice that the attention promotion notification is being performed while maintaining the mood of the player who is uplifted by the hit game even in the hit game ED. , It is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

Then, when the timing (d) is reached, a predetermined switching image (for example, a whiteout image) is displayed until the timing (e) when the attention promotion notification is turned off and the subsequent hit game or the like is turned off.

The time chart 1 described above is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26 in (a) to (d) of “TC1” in FIG. 40. In addition, (a) to (d) of FIG. 33 and (a) to (d) of "TC1" of FIG. 40 have a corresponding relationship. That is, at the timing when the hit game ED is turned on in FIG. 33 (a), the image display device 26 displays an image or the like notifying that the hit game is completed.

Then, when the advertising notification is turned on in FIG. 33 (b), the image display device 26 displays, for example, the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, when the attention promotion notification is turned on in FIG. 33 (c), the image display device 26 is displayed, for example, to be careful about excessive devotion to the game (for example, "let's be careful about the devotion to the game"). Display), and a display (for example, a display saying "Don't forget to remove the card") is performed to warn that the valuable medium is forgotten from the pachinko gaming machine 1. Although these displays indicate that they are displayed at the same time, only one of them may be displayed first and only the other may be displayed later.

In addition, the production sound (BGM, sound effect) is ON while the attention promotion notification is being performed, but the output is only the BGM and sound effect, "Don't forget to take the card." The voice "Let's be careful about the game" and the voice "Be careful about the game" are not output. That is, the attention promotion notification is to promote attention by display, and does not promote attention more than necessary. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player who is uplifted by the hit game from being offended while performing an appropriate attention promotion notification, and it is possible to execute an appropriate attention promotion notification.

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

(About time chart 2 in FIG. 34)
The time chart 2 of FIG. 34 is an example showing an irregular case in which the attention promotion notification is forcibly terminated during the hit game ED. That is, FIG. 34 assumes that an error (for example, a magnetic sensor error) has occurred during the hit game ED. Since the timing (c) is the same as that in FIG. 33, the description thereof will be omitted.

When the timing (c) is reached, the attention promotion notification is turned on, and for example, the information related to the above-mentioned attention promotion notification is displayed on the image display device 26 over “3S”. As described above, while the hit game is ON, the production sound (BGM, sound effect) including the hit game ED is ON, so the production sound is also during the attention promotion notification. (BGM, sound effect) is ON.

Here, it is shown that the error command (severe) is received (turned on) at the timing (f) when "1S" has elapsed from the timing (c). In this case, the attention promotion notification is originally executed until the timing (d) when "3S" has elapsed, but ends at the timing (f). Then, the attention promotion notification is turned off, and the error full screen notification is turned on.

Further, at the timing (f), the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is turned off, and thereafter, the error notification sound is output until the error is cleared. Since the timings (d) and (e) are the same as those in FIG. 33, the description thereof will be omitted.

The time chart 2 described above is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26 in (a) to (c) and (f) of “TC2” in FIG. Since it is the same as "TC1" up to (c), the description thereof will be omitted.

Then, when the attention promotion notification is turned on in FIG. 34 (c), the image display device 26 is displayed, for example, to be careful about excessive devotion to the game (for example, "let's be careful about the devotion to the game"). Display), and a display (for example, a display saying "Don't forget to remove the card") is performed to warn that the valuable medium is forgotten from the pachinko gaming machine 1.

Then, when the error command (severe) is turned ON in FIG. 34 (f), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of displaying the attention promotion notification, and "a magnetic sensor error occurs. Is displayed. Further, the speaker 10 outputs an error notification sound (sound of "beebee") in place of the effect sound that has been output so far. In this way, when it is necessary to perform a notification having a higher priority than the attention promotion notification, the attention promotion notification is terminated and the notification having a higher priority than the attention promotion notification is performed. As a result, accurate notification can be performed according to the situation.

In one example of FIG. 34, a case where a severe error (for example, a magnetic sensor error or a radio wave sensor error) occurs during the display of the attention promotion notification during the hit game ED has been described, but a minor error (for example, a dish full tank error) has been described. If this occurs, the warning alert will continue to be displayed. That is, if a slight error occurs during the display of the attention promotion notification during the hit game ED, the attention promotion notification is continuously displayed, and the empty portion of the display area is used or overlapped with the attention promotion notification. And notify the occurrence of a minor error (for example, "Please pull out the ball").

In particular, at the end of the hit game, the player is so absorbed in the image displayed on the image display device 26 during the hit game that he often forgets to discharge the game ball stored in the lower saucer 5b. Therefore, the dish full tank error at the end of hitting tends to occur frequently, but if the display of the caution promotion notification is terminated each time and the occurrence of a minor error is notified, the player should be warned appropriately. It can no longer be promoted. Therefore, with regard to minor errors, while continuing to display the attention promotion notification, the occurrence of a minor error is also notified. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being unable to appropriately promote attention, and it is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

In the example of FIG. 34, when the error is cleared at the time when "1S" elapses from the timing (f) (that is, when "2S" elapses from the timing (c)), attention is promoted toward the timing (d). The notification may be displayed again. This makes it possible to increase the possibility that the player can confirm the attention promotion notification. On the other hand, the attention promotion notification may not be displayed again. As a result, the process of redisplaying can be omitted, and the control can be simplified.

Further, for example, when a severe error occurs at the timing (b) and the error is resolved immediately before the timing (c) is reached, the attention promotion notification may be displayed without displaying the advertising notification. As a result, the information necessary for the player can be prioritized, and suitable attention promotion notification can be executed.

(About time chart 3 in FIG. 35)
The time chart 3 of FIG. 35 shows an example during the demonstration production. When the symbol variation game is finished and the hold storage area is free, the "customer waiting standby effect" is executed for a predetermined time. This customer waiting standby effect is a state in which a decorative symbol image or the like showing the result of the symbol variation game executed immediately before is displayed, ends when a predetermined time elapses, and a demo effect is executed. Then, when the demo production is completed, the loop of waiting for customers is executed again.

The timing (a) is the timing when the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demo effect is turned on. While the demo effect is ON, the effect sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF. As a result, it is possible to prevent a player who is trying to play a new game from misunderstanding that another player is playing due to the sound being output during the demonstration production.

Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the advertisement / promotion notification is turned on, and the information related to the above-mentioned advertisement / promotion notification is displayed on the image display device 26. Then, when the advertisement notification is finished, a predetermined switching image (for example, a whiteout image) is displayed until the timing (c) is reached.

Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the attention promotion notification is turned on, and for example, the information related to the above-mentioned attention promotion notification is displayed on the image display device 26 over "3S". As described above, since the production sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF while the demo production is ON, the production sound (BGM, sound effect) is also turned off while the attention promotion notification is being performed. ) Is OFF.

Then, when the timing (d) is reached, the attention promotion notification is turned off, the subsequent demo effect is turned off, and the predetermined switching image (for example, whiteout) is reached until the timing (e) when the customer waiting standby effect is turned on. Image) is displayed.

The execution time of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production is the same as the execution time of the attention promotion notification during the winning game ED, but it may be different. For example, the execution time of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production, which has a higher degree of freedom than the hit game ED, may be longer.

The time chart 3 described above is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26 in (a) to (d) of “TC3” in FIG. 40. It should be noted that (a) to (d) of FIG. 35 and (a) to (d) of "TC3" of FIG. 40 have a corresponding relationship. That is, at the timing when the demo effect is turned on in FIG. 35 (a), the image display device 26 displays an image or the like notifying that the demo effect has started.

Then, when the advertising notification is turned on in FIG. 35 (b), the image display device 26 displays, for example, the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, when the attention promotion notification is turned on in FIG. 35 (c), the image display device 26 is displayed, for example, to be careful about excessive devotion to the game (for example, "let's be careful about the devotion to the game"). Display), display prohibiting games under the age of 18), display calling attention to fraud that claims the strategy of pachinko game machine 1, and display indicating that cheating on pachinko game machine 1 is a crime. .. Although these displays indicate that they are displayed at the same time, only one of them may be displayed first and only the other may be displayed later.

In addition, the production sound (BGM, sound effect) is off even while the attention promotion notification is being performed, and of course, it corresponds to the voice "Let's be careful about getting into the game" and other caution promotion notifications. No sound is output. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being surprised by outputting only the attention promotion notification voice while performing an appropriate attention promotion notification, and it is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

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

(About time chart 4 in FIG. 36)
The time chart 4 of FIG. 36 is an example showing an irregular case in which the attention promotion notification is forcibly terminated during the demonstration production. That is, FIG. 36 assumes that an error (for example, a magnetic sensor error) has occurred during the demonstration effect. Since the timing (c) is the same as that in FIG. 35, the description thereof will be omitted.

Then, when the timing (c) is reached, the attention promotion notification is turned on, and for example, the information related to the above-mentioned attention promotion notification is displayed on the image display device 26 over "3S". As described above, since the production sound (BGM, sound effect) is OFF while the demo production is ON, the production sound (BGM, sound effect) is also turned off while the attention promotion notification is being performed. ) Is OFF.

Here, it is shown that the error command (severe) is received (turned on) at the timing (e) when "1S" has elapsed from the timing (c). In this case, the attention promotion notification is originally executed until the timing (d) when "3S" has elapsed, but ends at the timing (e). Then, the attention promotion notification is turned off, and the error full screen notification is turned on.

Further, the error notification sound is output from the timing (e), and thereafter, the error notification sound is output until the error is cleared. Since the timing (d) is the same as that in FIG. 35, the description thereof will be omitted.

The time chart 4 described above is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26 in (a) to (c) and (e) of “TC4” in FIG. 40. Since it is the same as "TC3" up to (c), the description thereof will be omitted.

Then, when the attention promotion notification is turned on in FIG. 36 (c), for example, a display to be careful about excessive devotion to the game (for example, a display to be careful about the devotion to the game), a display under the age of 18 A display prohibiting the game), a display calling attention to fraud swearing the strategy of the pachinko game machine 1, and a display indicating that cheating on the pachinko game machine 1 is a crime.

Then, when the error command (severe) is turned ON in FIG. 36 (e), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of displaying the attention promotion notification, and "a magnetic sensor error occurs. Is displayed. Further, although (a) to (c) were in a silent state, in (e), an error notification sound (a sound of "beebee") is output from the speaker 10. That is, although there is no sound during the demonstration effect, an error notification sound is output when an error occurs. In this way, when it is necessary to give a higher priority notification than the attention promotion notification, the attention promotion notification is terminated even during the demonstration production including the possibility that the game is not being performed. The notification has a higher priority than the attention promotion notification. As a result, accurate notification can be performed according to the situation even during the demonstration production including the possibility that the game is not performed. If a minor error occurs, the configuration may be the same as that described in the above-mentioned winning game ED.

(About time chart 5 in FIG. 37)
The time chart 5 of FIG. 37 is an example (an example different from FIG. 36) showing an irregular case in which the attention promotion notification is forcibly terminated during the demonstration production. That is, FIG. 37 assumes that a start opening prize (either the first start opening 21 or the second start opening 22 is acceptable) occurs during the demonstration production. Since the timing (e) is the same as in FIG. 36, the description thereof will be omitted. Further, until the timing (e), it is shown that all the hold storage areas are in the "hold 0 state" which is free.

Here, it is shown that the start opening winning command is received (turned on) at the timing (e) when "1S" has elapsed from the timing (c). In this case, the attention promotion notification is originally executed until the timing (d) when "3S" has elapsed, but ends at the timing (e). Then, the attention promotion notification is turned off, and the variation display is turned ON (the symbol variation game is started). Since the timing (d) is the same as that in FIG. 36, the description thereof will be omitted.

The time chart 5 described above is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26 in (a) to (c) and (e) of “TC5” in FIG. 40. Since it is the same as "TC4" up to (e), the description thereof will be omitted.

Then, when the start opening winning command is turned ON in FIG. 37 (e), the image display device 26 uses the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of the display of the attention promotion notification to display the variation of the symbol variation game. Is displayed. In this way, if a start-up prize is awarded during the execution of the attention promotion notification, the attention promotion notification is promptly terminated and the variation display is displayed to display the attention point (design variation game) for the player's game. It is possible to prevent the attention promotion notification from being obstructed.

(About time chart 6 in FIG. 38)
The time chart 6 of FIG. 38 is an example (an example different from FIGS. 36 and 37) showing an irregular case in which the attention promotion notification is forcibly terminated during the demonstration production. That is, FIG. 38 assumes that the menu screen activation operation was performed during the demonstration production. The menu screen activation operation corresponds to the operation of the effect button 14 during the demo effect (the effect button detection SW14a is turned on), and the hit game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed from the menu screen. It is possible to confirm the effects (three major key effects) that can be expected to be given, and to customize the effects so that the reliability of the notice that occurs can be changed. Since the timing (e) is the same as in FIGS. 36 and 37, the description thereof will be omitted.

Here, it is shown that the effect button detection SW14a is turned on at the timing (e) when "1S" has elapsed from the timing (c). In this case, the attention promotion notification is originally executed until the timing (d) when "3S" has elapsed, but ends at the timing (e). Then, the attention promotion notification is turned off and the menu screen is turned on. Since the timing (d) is the same as that in FIGS. 36 and 37, the description thereof will be omitted.

The above time chart 6 is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26 in (a) to (c) and (e) of “TC6” in FIG. Since the steps up to (e) are the same as those of "TC4" and "TC5", the description thereof will be omitted.

Then, when the effect button detection SW14a is turned on in FIG. 38 (e), the image display device 26 displays the menu screen using the entire display area of the image display device 26 instead of displaying the attention promotion notification. .. In this way, if the menu activation operation is performed during the execution of the attention promotion notification, the attention promotion notification is promptly terminated and the menu screen is displayed, so that the attention promotion notification hinders the necessary operation of the player. It can be prevented from being lost.

When a display device (so-called "sub-liquid crystal") other than the image display device 26 is provided and a menu screen is displayed on the display device, the effect button detection SW14a is turned on during execution of the attention promotion notification. However, the execution of the attention promotion notification may be continued. As a result, it is possible to increase the chances of confirming the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production.

FIG. 39 is a diagram summarizing the above-mentioned FIGS. 33 to 38. That is, the attention promotion notification is performed at least by the winning game ED and the demonstration effect, and a plurality of termination conditions for ending the attention promotion notification executed in each are defined.

For example, the attention promotion notification is executed in the hit game ED and the demo production, and when "3S" elapses, the attention promotion notification ends in each of them.

For example, in the hit game ED and the demo effect, the attention promotion notification is executed, and if an error (severe error) requiring full screen notification occurs during the execution, the attention promotion notification is terminated in each of the executions.

For example, in the hit game ED, the attention promotion notification is executed, and even if the game ball enters the start port during the execution, the attention promotion notification does not end, but in the demonstration production, the attention promotion notification is executed and the execution thereof. When the game ball enters the start port inside, the attention promotion notification ends. That is, the end condition is different between the winning game ED and the demo production.

For example, in the hit game ED, even if the attention promotion notification is executed and the effect button 14 is operated to start the menu screen during the execution, the attention promotion notification does not end (although the menu screen is not started in the first place). ), In the demonstration effect, the attention promotion notification is executed, and the attention promotion notification ends when the effect button 14 is operated and the menu screen is activated during the execution. That is, the end condition is different between the winning game ED and the demo production.

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

Further, the end condition shown in FIG. 39 may be the same end condition for the winning game ED and the demo effect, or the end conditions may be all different, or the end condition different from the end condition shown in FIG. 39. You may end with.

In addition, the display size, decorativeness, and design of the attention promotion notification may be exactly the same or different between the hit game ED and the demo production.

Next, the feature portions in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the animations of the time charts 7 to 10 and 45 of FIGS. 41 to 44.

(About time chart 7 in FIG. 41)
It is assumed that the time chart 7 of FIG. 41 is a hit (hit in the special symbol B) in the normal game state, and shifts to the probabilistic game state after the hit game. That is, at the timing (a), the normal game state is turned off and the winning game is turned on. Then, after that, the winning game is executed until the timing (e).

Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the winning game ED is turned on, and thereafter, the winning game ED is executed until the timing (e) is reached. Then, in the winning game ED, the advertisement promotion notification is turned ON at the timing (c), the attention promotion notification is turned ON at the timing (d), and each notification is executed. Then, when the timing (e) is reached, the hit game and the hit game ED are turned off, and the probabilistic game state is turned on.

(About time chart 8 in FIG. 42)
The time chart 8 of FIG. 42 is a time chart showing the continuation of the time chart of FIG. 41, and is a hit (hit in the special symbol E) in the probabilistic game state, and after the hit game, the state shifts to the probabilistic game state again. It is assumed that. That is, since the hit game is given in the normal game state of FIG. 41 and the state shifts to the probability change game state, and the hit game is given in the probability change game state of FIG. 42, a continuous series of hit games (so-called continuous chan) occurs. It is assumed that you are doing it.

That is, at the timing (f), the probability variation game state is turned off and the winning game is turned on. Then, after that, the winning game is executed until the timing (h).

Then, when the timing (g) is reached, the winning game ED is turned on, and thereafter, the winning game ED is executed until the timing (h) is reached. Then, in the winning game ED, the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification are not turned on, and the respective notifications are not executed. Then, when the timing (h) is reached, the hit game and the hit game ED are turned off, and the probabilistic game state is turned on.

That is, when a series of consecutive hit games (so-called consecutive chans) are occurring, only the ED of the first hit game is executed for advertising promotion notification and attention promotion notification. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling annoyed by repeatedly performing the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification, and it is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

In addition, when the attention promotion notification in the hit game ED of FIG. 41 is being executed, or immediately before the execution, a severe error shown in FIG. 34 occurs and part or all of the attention promotion notification cannot be executed. , Attention promotion notification may be executed in the hit game ED of FIG. 42. This makes it possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

On the other hand, when the attention promotion notification in the hit game ED of FIG. 41 is being executed, or immediately before the execution, a severe error shown in FIG. 34 occurs and part or all of the attention promotion notification cannot be executed. Does not have to execute the attention promotion notification in the hit game ED of FIG. 42. As a result, it is not necessary to carry over the execution flag of the attention promotion notification from the hit game ED of FIG. 41 to the hit game ED of FIG. 42, so that the area used by the RAM can be reduced.

In addition, when the attention promotion notification in the hit game ED of FIG. 41 is being executed, or immediately before the execution, a severe error shown in FIG. 34 occurs and part or all of the attention promotion notification cannot be executed. If the hit game in FIG. 42 is in the probabilistic game state, the attention promotion notification is not executed in the hit game ED in FIG. 42, and if the time is shortened after the hit game in FIG. 42, the hit game ED in FIG. 42 is executed. The attention promotion notification may be executed at. This makes it possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification. In this case, if the hit game in FIG. 42 is in the probabilistic game state, the attention promotion notification is not executed in the hit game ED in FIG. 42, but after the hit game, the game shifts to the time-saving game state. Attention promotion notification may be executed in the hit game ED at the time of playing. As a result, the attention promotion notification is always executed somewhere, so that it is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

(About time chart 9 in FIG. 43)
The time chart 9 of FIG. 43 shows from the end of the variation display related to the symbol variation game to the start and end of the demonstration effect in the normal gaming state. That is, when the variation display of the symbol variation game is turned off at the timing (a), the state before the execution of the customer waiting standby effect is reached until the timing (b).

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

Then, in the demonstration production, the advertisement / advertisement notification is turned on at the timing (d), the attention promotion notification is turned on at the timing (e), and each notification is executed. Then, when the timing (f) is reached, the demo effect is turned off, and the customer waiting standby effect is turned on again.

(About the time chart 10 in FIG. 44)
The time chart 10 of FIG. 44 shows from the end of the variation display related to the symbol variation game to the start and end of the demonstration effect in the probability variation game state. Note that there is a difference between FIG. 43 and FIG. 44 only in whether it is in the normal gaming state or the probabilistic gaming state, and the other configurations are the same. That is, even if the demo effect is executed in the probabilistic game state, the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification are executed in the same manner as when the demo effect is executed in the normal game state. When the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification are executed during the demonstration production in the normal gaming state, the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification may not be executed during the demonstration production in the probabilistic game state, and vice versa. It may be. In addition, the demo effect may not be executed in the probabilistic game state.

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

Then, when the advertising notification is turned on in FIG. 41 (c), the image display device 26 displays, for example, the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, when the attention promotion notification is turned on in FIG. 41 (d), the image display device 26 is displayed, for example, to be careful about excessive devotion to the game (for example, "let's be careful about the devotion to the game"). Display), and a display (for example, a display saying "Don't forget to remove the card") is performed to warn that the valuable medium is forgotten from the pachinko gaming machine 1. Although these displays indicate that they are displayed at the same time, only one of them may be displayed first and only the other may be displayed later.

Then, when the hit game is turned off and the probabilistic game state is turned on in FIG. 41 (e), the display related to the attention promotion notification on the image display device 26 is erased, and as shown in (e), the player enters the probabilistic game state. The image is displayed.

Then, when the probabilistic game state is turned off and the hit game is turned on in FIG. 42 (f), as shown in (f), the image display device 26 should be instructed to perform a rush image to the hit game or right-handed. A right-handed image or the like to be notified is displayed.

Then, when the hit game ED is turned on in FIG. 42 (g), an image or the like notifying that the hit game is completed is displayed on the image display device 26. Then, when the hit game is turned off and the probabilistic game state is turned on in FIG. 42 (h), an image of entering the probabilistic game state is displayed as shown in (h).

That is, if the game state at the time of the hit game is the normal game state, the attention promotion notification is executed in the hit game ED, but the game state at the time of the hit game is the probability change game state (or the time-saving game). In the case of (state), the attention promotion notification is not executed in the winning game ED.

Next, in the demo effect of FIG. 43, the demo effect image is displayed on the image display device 26 at the timing when the demo effect is turned on in FIG. 43 (c). Then, when the advertisement / promotion notification is turned on in FIG. 43D, the image display device 26 displays, for example, the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

Then, when the attention promotion notification is turned on in FIG. 43 (e), for example, a display to be careful about excessive devotion to the game (for example, a display to be careful about the devotion to the game), a display under the age of 18 A display prohibiting the game), a display calling attention to fraud swearing the strategy of the pachinko game machine 1, and a display indicating that cheating on the pachinko game machine 1 is a crime.

It should be noted that the display mode of "TC10" in FIG. 44 is only the point that the "in RUSH" image and the right-handed image suggesting that the game is in a probabilistic game state are displayed in the display mode of "TC9" in FIG. The explanation is omitted because they are different and the others are common.

That is, when the demonstration effect is being executed, there is a possibility that the player is not playing the game, so that the player has few chances to confirm the attention promotion notification during the demonstration effect. Therefore, even when the demo effect is executed in the normal game state or when the demo effect is executed in the probabilistic game state (or the time-saving game state), the attention promotion notification is executed so that the player can demonstrate even a little. It is necessary to increase the chances of confirming the attention promotion notification during the production. On the other hand, when the hit game ED is executed, the player's attention to the image display device 26 is high, so be careful with the ED of the first hit game (when the normal game state is changed to the hit game). If the promotion notification is executed, there is a high possibility that the player can confirm the attention promotion notification. In addition, for example, it also has an aspect that the player feels annoyed if the attention promotion notification is executed every time in the hit game ED that is continuously chanted. Therefore, the attention promotion notification is executed only in the ED of the first hit game (when the normal game state is changed to the hit game). As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling annoyed while increasing the possibility that the player can confirm the attention promotion notification, and it is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

Next, the feature portion in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the time chart 11 and the time chart 12 of FIGS. 46 and 47.

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

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

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

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

(About the time chart 12 in FIG. 47)
The time chart 12 of FIG. 47 shows the light emission pattern of the panel lighting device 29 executed in the demonstration effect. In addition, in FIG. 47, only the part different from FIG. 35 will be described.

That is, from the timing (a) to the timing (b), the panel lighting device 29 emits light in the light emission pattern 1 for demonstration. Then, when the advertisement notification is executed from the timing (b), the panel lighting device 29 emits light in the demo light emitting pattern 2 until the timing (c).

Then, when the attention promotion notification is executed from the timing (c), the panel lighting device 29 emits light in the demonstration light emission pattern 3 until the timing (d). In this way, even during the demonstration production, each notification can be clearly notified by switching the light emission pattern of the panel lighting device 29 according to each notification.

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

Further, the ED light emission pattern 1 and the demo light emission pattern 1, the ED light emission pattern 2 and the demo light emission pattern 2, and the ED light emission pattern 3 and the demo light emission pattern 3 may have different emission colors. The light emission speed may be different, or the brightness (including one lighting and the other extinguishing) may be different.

In particular, when a light emitting pattern that turns off is adopted, the surroundings of the image display device 26 (for example, a part of a center accessory or a game area 7) are turned off, so that the display content of the image display device 26 is easily noticeable. Become. Therefore, for example, in the case of executing the attention promotion notification, if one or both of the ED light emission pattern 3 and the demo light emission pattern 3 are turned off, the attention promotion notification becomes more conspicuous. It is more effective in performing suitable attention promotion notification.

Not only the panel lighting device 29 but also the light emitting device 9 may emit light in the same light emitting pattern as the panel lighting device 29.

If a serious error or a minor error occurs while the attention promotion notification is being executed, the light emitting device 9 emits light in a light emitting pattern for notifying the error, and the panel lighting device 29 before the error occurs. The light emission pattern of may be continued. For example, even if a dish full tank error occurs during the execution of the attention promotion notification of the hit game ED, when the attention promotion notification and the display "Please pull out the ball" are displayed on the image display device 26, for example, Since it is possible to turn off the surroundings of the image display device 26 (for example, the part of the center accessory or the game area 7) (depending on the light emission pattern that is continuously executed), the attention promotion notification and the minor error notification are noticed. It can be made easier.

Further, the amount of light may be adjusted by the cross key button 16 during the execution of the attention promotion notification. As a result, the brightness of the panel lighting device 29 and the like can be adjusted even during the execution of the attention promotion notification, so that the degree of freedom can be increased.

Further, the brightness of the image display device 26 may be adjusted by adjusting the amount of light with the cross key button 16. Thereby, for example, the image display device 26 can be brightened by the operation of the player during the execution of the attention promotion notification, so that the attention promotion notification can be easily noticed by the change in the brightness.

Next, the feature portion in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the time charts 13 to 16 of FIGS. 48 to 51.

(About the time chart 13 in FIG. 48)
The time chart 13 of FIG. 48 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention promotion notification during the demonstration effect. In addition, in FIG. 48, only the part different from FIG. 37 will be described.

In FIG. 37, when a start opening prize is generated (the first signal is input to the main control board 100) during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production, the attention promotion notification is promptly terminated and the variation display is displayed. Although it has been explained that, in FIG. 48, what happens to the attention promotion notification during execution when a switch input different from the start opening prize is performed during execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production. Is shown. As another example of the switch input, it is assumed that the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 (the second signal is input to the main control board 100).

That is, when the gate passage command is received at the timing (e) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) when the attention promotion notification is executed, the normal symbol is displayed in the normal symbol variation display area 26o of the image display device 26. Although the image is displayed in a variable manner, the attention promotion notification does not end and is continuously executed until the timing (d).

That is, as shown in FIG. 3, the ordinary symbol image of the image display device 26 varies slightly in the upper right of the display area, and the ordinary symbol image is the left decorative symbol image 26a, the intermediate decorative symbol image 26b, and the like. The size is smaller than the right decorative design image 26c. Therefore, even if the attention promotion notification is displayed on the image display device 26, they do not interfere with each other, and any information can be clearly confirmed. In this way, when switch input signals that do not interfere with each other in the display areas are output, the attention promotion notification is displayed together without ending, without reducing the chance that the player can confirm the attention promotion notification. , It is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

(About the time chart 14 in FIG. 49)
The time chart 14 of FIG. 49 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention promotion notification during the hit game ED. In addition, in FIG. 49, only the part different from FIG. 33 will be described.

During the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration effect of FIG. 48, the attention promotion notification is terminated when the start opening prize is won, and the attention promotion notification is continued without being terminated when passing through the gate member 20. On the other hand, during the execution of the attention promotion notification in the hit game ED of FIG. 49, the start opening prize is won at the timing (f) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) during the execution of the attention promotion notification. Even if it occurs (receives a start opening winning command) or a game ball passes through the gate member 20 (receives a gate passage command), the attention promotion notification is continued without being terminated.

In this case, for example, if the hold storage area is free, the hold number image of the image display device 26 may be updated or the normal symbol image may fluctuate, but until the hit game ED ends, the hit game ED remains. Such display has priority. Therefore, the attention promotion notification is continuously displayed without ending.

In this way, during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production, the attention promotion notification ends with the start opening prize, but during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification ends with the start opening prize. Therefore, it is possible to execute an appropriate attention promotion notification according to the situation. Further, during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production and the execution of the attention promotion notification during the hit game ED, the attention promotion notification does not end when the player passes through the gate member 20, so that the player can confirm the attention promotion notification. It is possible to execute suitable attention promotion notifications without reducing opportunities.

In FIGS. 48 and 49, the passage of the game ball through the gate member 20 is mentioned as the second signal input to the main control board 100, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the game is played to the normal winning opening 23. The fact that the ball has entered may be applied as a second signal.

(About the time chart 15 in FIG. 50)
The time chart 15 of FIG. 50 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention promotion notification during the demonstration effect. In addition, in FIG. 50, only the part different from FIG. 48 will be described. Further, FIG. 50 assumes a demonstration effect in a normal gaming state.

FIG. 48 shows what happens to the attention promotion notification during execution when a switch input different from the start opening winning is performed during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production, and another switch is shown. As an example of the input, the case where the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 (the second signal is input to the main control board 100) has been described. On the other hand, in FIG. 50, as an example of another switch input, an example in which a game ball passes through the out port 25 (a second signal is input to the main control board 100) will be described.

That is, if the out-port passage command is received at the timing (e) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) when the attention promotion notification is executed, the attention promotion notification does not end and reaches the timing (d). Continue to run until. At this time, in the main control board 100, the above-mentioned normal middle out counter is updated.

In this way, when the attention promotion notification is executed during the demonstration production and the switch input signal indicating the passage of the game ball to the out port 25 is performed, the out counter during normal operation is performed on the main control board 100. By updating the above and not ending the attention promotion notification on the effect control board 200, it is possible to accurately calculate the game performance information and execute the appropriate attention promotion notification.

(About the time chart 16 in FIG. 51)
The time chart 16 of FIG. 51 shows the relationship between the switch input signal input to the main control board 100 and the attention promotion notification during the hit game ED. In addition, in FIG. 51, only the part different from FIG. 49 will be described.

FIG. 49 shows what happens to the attention promotion notification during execution when a switch input different from the start opening winning is performed during the execution of the attention promotion notification of the winning game ED, and another switch is shown. As an example of the input, the case where the game ball has passed through the gate member 20 (the second signal is input to the main control board 100) has been described. On the other hand, during the execution of the attention promotion notification in the hit game ED of FIG. 51, the game ball passes through the out port 25 as an example of another switch input (a second signal is sent to the main control board 100). An example of input) will be described.

That is, if the out-port passage command is received at the timing (f) between the timing (c) and the timing (d) when the attention promotion notification is executed, the attention promotion notification does not end and reaches the timing (d). Continue to run until.

In this way, during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production, the attention promotion notification ends with the start opening prize, but during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification ends with the start opening prize. Therefore, it is possible to execute an appropriate attention promotion notification according to the situation. Further, during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production and the execution of the attention promotion notification during the winning game ED, the attention promotion notification does not end when the player passes through the out port 25, and the demonstration is being produced in the normal game state. If this is the case, the out-counter is normally updated, so that it is possible to accurately calculate game performance information and execute appropriate attention promotion notification.

Next, the feature portions in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the animations of the time charts 17 to 19 and 55 of FIGS. 52 to 54.

(About the time chart 17 in FIG. 52)
The time chart 17 of FIG. 52 shows a case in which the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration production and then the power is restored. In particular, the initial stage of the movable body 28 performed when the power is restored. It shows the relationship between movement and attention promotion notification.

First, the timing (a) is the timing when the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demo effect is turned on. Then, when the timing (b) is reached, the advertising notification in the demonstration production is turned on.

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

Then, at the timing (f), it is shown that the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on after the power is restored. In this case, since the image display device 26 displays an image such as "power is being restored", the image being restored is turned on.

Then, at the timing (g) shortly after the power is restored, the initial operation of the movable body is turned on, and the movable body 28 performs the initial operation (operation at power-on). The initial operation of the movable body 28 is, for example, an operation for confirming whether or not the movable body 28 operates normally by operating the movable body 28 in a series of operation modes performed in the symbol variation game. Further, since the initial operation operates on the front side of the image display device 26 as shown in FIG. 55, it becomes difficult to visually recognize a part of the contents displayed in the display area of the image display device 26 during the execution of the initial operation. ..

Then, at the timing (h) during the initial operation of the movable body 28, the image being restored is turned off and the customer waiting standby effect is turned on. In this case, in the image display device 26, the image such as "power is being restored" is deleted, and the image corresponding to the customer waiting standby effect is displayed.

Then, at the timing (i) when a predetermined time elapses from the timing (g), the initial operation of the movable body is turned off, the initial operation of the movable body 28 is completed, and the movable body 28 returns to the initial position.

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

In this way, even in the case where the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration production and then the power is restored, the initial operation of the movable body 28 is based on the execution timing of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production. I try to complete it before. As a result, it is possible to prevent the attention promotion notification displayed on the image display device 26 from becoming difficult to see due to the initial operation of the movable body 28, and it is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

(About the time chart 18 in FIG. 53)
The time chart 18 of FIG. 53 shows another example of a case in which the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration production and then the power is restored. In particular, the movable body performed when the power is restored. Another example of the relationship between the initial operation of 28 and the attention promotion notification is shown. That is, in FIG. 53, if the power is cut off during the demonstration effect, the demo effect is directly returned to the demo effect at the time of restoration, and the initial operation and attention promotion of the movable body 28 in that case. It shows the relationship with the notification.

First, the timing (a) is the timing when the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demo effect is turned on. Then, when the timing (b) is reached, it indicates that the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. In this case, the demo effect that was originally scheduled to be executed until the timing (e) is turned off.

In this example, the period from when the demonstration effect is turned on to when the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification are turned on is longer than that in the example of FIG. 52. Therefore, between the timing (b) and the timing (e), the execution timing (c) of the advertisement promotion notification and the execution timing (d) of the attention promotion notification are set. Then, in this example, since the power is turned off during these execution timing periods, the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification in the demo production scheduled to be executed are not executed (the dotted line indicates non-execution).

Then, at the timing (f), it is shown that the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on after the power is restored. In this case, since the image display device 26 displays an image such as "power is being restored", the image being restored is turned on.

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

Then, at the timing (h) in which the movable body 28 is in the middle of performing the initial operation, the image being restored is turned off and the demo effect is turned on. In this case, in the image display device 26, the image such as "power is being restored" is deleted, and the image corresponding to the demo effect is displayed.

Then, at the timing (i) when a predetermined time elapses from the timing (g), the initial operation of the movable body is turned off, the initial operation of the movable body 28 is completed, and the movable body 28 returns to the initial position.

Then, at the subsequent timing (j), the advertisement / advertisement notification is turned ON, and at the timing (k), the attention promotion notification is turned ON, and each notification is executed. Further, the demo effect is turned off at the timing (l) after executing these notifications.

In this way, even in the case where the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the demonstration production, the power is restored after that, and the demo production is returned without returning to the customer waiting standby production, for example, the demo production By taking a longer period from when is turned on until the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification are turned on, the initial operation of the movable body 28 is completed before the execution timing of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration production. be able to. As a result, it is possible to prevent the attention promotion notification displayed on the image display device 26 from becoming difficult to see due to the initial operation of the movable body 28, and it is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

(About the time chart 19 in FIG. 54)
The time chart 19 of FIG. 54 shows a case where the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off during the hit game and then the power is restored, and in particular, the initial stage of the movable body 28 performed when the power is restored. It shows the relationship between operation and attention promotion notification. Note that, unlike FIGS. 52 and 53, FIG. 54 is a case showing that it is inevitable that the attention promotion notification displayed on the image display device 26 becomes difficult to see due to the initial operation of the movable body 28. is there.

First, the timing (a) is the pachinko gaming machine 1 due to a power failure or the like before reaching the "10" round (final round) during the winning game (for example, during the interval between the "9" round and the "10" round). Indicates that the power supply of is turned off.

Then, at the timing (b), it is shown that the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on after the power is restored. In this case, since the image display device 26 displays an image such as "power is being restored", the image being restored is turned on. In addition, since the example assumes that the winning game is in progress, an image such as "Please continue to hit right" is displayed in addition to the image "Power is being restored", and the big winning opening 24 is displayed during the winning game. It is suggested that a game ball is inserted into the ball.

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

Then, at the timing (e), the winning game ED is turned ON. In this case, the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the hit game ED, but it is partially difficult to see due to the initial operation of the movable body 28.

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

In this way, when a power failure or the like occurs during a hit game and the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off, the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the execution period of the attention promotion notification may be determined depending on the timing of restoration. May be duplicated. Since such an event is unavoidable, during the demonstration effect described with reference to FIGS. 52 and 53, the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the attention promotion notification execution period are not overlapped. At least during the demonstration production, the player can be made to clearly confirm the attention promotion notification. This makes it possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

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

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

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

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

Next, in "TC17", when the attention promotion notification is turned on at the timing (l), the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the attention promotion notification. That is, images that warn of excessive devotion to games, images that prohibit games under the age of 18, images that call attention to fraud that stipulates the strategy of pachinko game machine 1, and cheating on pachinko game machine 1 An image showing that it is a crime is displayed. At this point, since the initial operation of the movable body 28 has already been completed, the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the attention promotion notification can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in the "TC18", when the demo effect is turned on at the timing (h), the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the demo effect. That is, a background image showing the scenery is displayed. At this point, since it overlaps with the execution period of the initial operation of the movable body, it indicates that the movable body 28 is in the process of being stored toward the initial position.

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

Next, in "TC18", when the attention promotion notification is turned on at the timing (k), the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the attention promotion notification. That is, images that warn of excessive devotion to games, images that prohibit games under the age of 18, images that call attention to fraud that stipulates the strategy of pachinko game machine 1, and cheating on pachinko game machine 1 An image showing that it is a crime is displayed. At this point, since the initial operation of the movable body 28 has already been completed, the movable body 28 is in the initial position, and the image corresponding to the attention promotion notification can be clearly confirmed.

Next, in "TC19", when the winning game ED is turned on at the timing (e), the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the winning game ED. That is, a background image showing a night view is displayed. At this point, the movable body 28 is in the maximum movable position because it overlaps with the execution period of the initial operation of the movable body, and the image corresponding to the hit game ED is partially difficult to see.

Next, in "TC19", when the advertisement / promotion notification is turned on at the timing (f), the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the advertisement / promotion notification. That is, an image showing the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is displayed. At this point, the movable body 28 is in the maximum movable position because it overlaps with the execution period of the initial operation of the movable body, and it is difficult to see a part of the image corresponding to the advertisement notification.

Next, in "TC19", when the attention promotion notification is turned on at the timing (g), the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the attention promotion notification. That is, images that warn of excessive devotion to games, images that prohibit games under the age of 18, images that call attention to fraud that stipulates the strategy of pachinko game machine 1, and cheating on pachinko game machine 1 An image showing that it is a crime is displayed. At this point, the movable body 28 is in the maximum movable position, and it is difficult to see a part of the image corresponding to the advertisement notification.

In this way, when a power failure or the like occurs during a hit game and the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off, the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the execution period of the attention promotion notification may be determined depending on the timing of restoration. Are duplicated, and as shown in (g) of "TC19" in FIG. 55, there is a possibility that the player cannot confirm the content even if the attention promotion notification is displayed. Therefore, during the demonstration production indicated by "TC17" and "TC18", the initial operation execution period of the movable body 28 and the execution period of the attention promotion notification do not overlap even if the power is restored at any timing. Then, as shown by (l) of "TC17" in FIG. 55 and (k) of "TC18" in FIG. 55, the player can clearly confirm the attention promotion notification, and the appropriate attention promotion notification is executed. Is possible.

(About the production using the light guide plate 34)
Next, the effect of using the light guide plate 34 will be described with reference to FIGS. 56 to 58.

FIG. 56 is an production example using the light guide plate 34. For example, in the production example 1, when the reach is reached in (a), the brightness of the image display device 26 is darkened in (b). Further, in (c), by causing the light emitting body provided on the side surface of the light guide plate 34 to emit light, it is shown that the processed character is displayed in a predetermined region of the acrylic member. It should be noted that such a character display of the light guide plate 34 is one aspect of a notice effect suggesting that a winning game may be given, and the notice effect accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 is selected as a hit. It is easy to get rid of, and it is harder to be selected as it is lost. Therefore, when the character display of the light guide plate 34 is performed, the player can have high expectations that the winning game will be given.

Further, the effect example 2 represents an execution timing different from that of the effect example 1, and (b) immediately before the judgment effect by pressing the effect button 14 shown in (c) during the execution of the super reach of (a). It shows that the advance notice effect accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 was executed. As described above, during the period in which the symbol variation game is being performed, the advance notice effect accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 can be executed at a plurality of timings. In addition, in the effect using the light guide plate 34, as shown in FIG. 56, the effect is performed so as to cover the entire display area of the image display device 26, but it covers a part of the display area of the image display device 26. You may perform the production as follows.

(About the time chart 20 in FIG. 57)
The time chart 20 of FIG. 57 shows the relationship between the execution timing of the advance notice effect (hereinafter, “light guide plate effect”) accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 and the hit game ED.

First, the timing (a) is the timing at which the variation display of the symbol variation game reaches the reach. In this case, as described in the effect example 1 of FIG. 56, the light guide plate effect can be executed, and when it is selected as the advance notice effect, the light guide plate effect is executed.

Next, the timing (b) is the timing at which the variation display of the symbol variation game changes from reach to super reach. Then, at the timing (c) during the super reach, as described in the effect example 2 of FIG. 56, the light guide plate effect can be executed, and when it is selected as the advance notice effect, the light guide plate effect is performed. It will be executed.

Then, at the timing (d), the variation display in the symbol variation game is fixedly displayed, and for example, the decorative symbol image of "777" is displayed on the image display device 26. Further, the hit game is turned on, and the light emission pattern of the board lighting device 29 is switched from the light emission pattern for variable display to the light emission pattern for the hit game.

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

Then, at the subsequent timing (f), the advertisement promotion notification is turned ON, and at the timing (g), the attention promotion notification is turned ON, and each notification is executed. On the other hand, the light guide plate effect cannot be executed in the hit game or the hit game ED, and is not executed in the hit game or the hit game ED. Thereby, for example, when the attention promotion notification is displayed in the hit game ED, it is possible to prevent the displayed attention promotion notification from becoming difficult to see due to the light guide plate effect, which is preferable. It is possible to execute attention promotion notification.

Not limited to this, when the attention promotion notification is displayed in the hit game ED, for example, the light guide plate effect may be executed as the promotion effect shown in FIG. 67. Specifically, by executing the light guide plate effect in FIGS. 67 (b) and 67 (c), the transition to the probabilistic gaming state is notified.

(About the time chart 21 in FIG. 58)
The time chart 21 of FIG. 58 shows the relationship between the execution timing of the advance notice effect (hereinafter, “light guide plate effect”) accompanied by the character display of the light guide plate 34 and the demo effect.

First, the timing (a) indicates that the variation display of the symbol variation game is turned off (confirmed display due to loss), and the variation display light emission pattern is switched to the customer waiting light emission pattern.

Then, at the timing (b), the customer waiting standby effect is turned on, and the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the customer waiting standby effect. Then, at the timing (c), the customer waiting standby effect is turned off, the demo effect is turned on, and the image display device 26 displays the image corresponding to the customer waiting standby effect. Further, the light emitting pattern of the panel lighting device 29 is switched from the light emitting pattern for waiting for customers to the light emitting pattern for demonstration. Although detailed description is omitted, the demonstration light emission pattern includes the above-mentioned demo light emission pattern 1, demo light emission pattern 2, and demo light emission pattern 3.

Then, at the subsequent timing (d), the advertisement promotion notification is turned ON, and at the timing (e), the attention promotion notification is turned ON, and each notification is executed. On the other hand, the light guide plate effect cannot be executed in the demo effect, and is not executed in the demo effect. Thereby, for example, when the attention promotion notification is displayed in the demonstration effect, it is possible to prevent the displayed attention promotion notification from becoming difficult to see due to the light guide plate effect being executed, which is preferable. Attention promotion notification can be executed.

Next, the feature portion in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the time chart 22 and the time chart 23 of FIGS. 59 and 60.

(About the time chart 22 in FIG. 59)
The time chart 22 of FIG. 59 assumes a situation in which power is supplied to the effect control board 200, but power is not supplied to the main control board 100 due to a connection abnormality or the like. Further, the effect control board 200 to which power is supplied displays an attention promotion notification image on the image display device 26. Then, when the attention promotion notification image is displayed and the connection abnormality of the main control board 100 is resolved and the power is supplied to the main control board 100, the display control on the effect control board 200 side is shown. There is. It should be noted that the situation can occur either during the execution of the attention promotion notification in the winning game ED or during the execution of the attention promotion notification in the demonstration effect.

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

Further, until the timing (a) is reached, the attention promotion notification is ON, and the attention promotion notification image in the image display device 26 is ON.

Then, at the timing (a), the connection abnormality of the main control board 100 is resolved, the power of the main control board 100 is turned on, and the power-on command or the power recovery command is transmitted to the effect control board 200. , Indicates that power-on (recovery) command reception has been turned on.

Further, when the power-on (recovery) command reception is turned on at the timing (a), the attention-promoting notification originally scheduled to be executed until the timing (b) is turned off, and the attention-promoting notification image on the image display device 26 is turned off. It becomes. Further, the image being turned on (restored) in the image display device 26 is turned on. That is, when the power-on (recovery) command reception is turned on, the image display device 26 displays (erases) the image during power-on (recovery) instead of the attention promotion notification image.

In this way, if the power of the main control board 100 is restored while the attention promotion notification is being executed on the effect control board 200 side, the attention promotion notification is terminated and the power on (recovery) is notified. I made it. That is, when it is necessary to perform a notification having a higher priority than the attention promotion notification, the attention promotion notification is terminated and the notification having a higher priority than the attention promotion notification is performed. As a result, it is possible to grasp that the power has been supplied to the main control board 100, and it is possible to perform accurate notification according to the situation.

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

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

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

Then, originally, the advertisement promotion notification is executed at the timing (c) during the hit game ED, and the attention promotion notification is executed at the timing (d), but the restoration image is turned on from the timing (b). Therefore, the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification are not turned on. That is, the display of the image during power-on (restoration) is prioritized over the advertisement advertisement notification and the attention promotion notification.

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

In this way, when the pachinko game machine 1 recovers power at the execution timing of the hit game ED, the power supply is turned on without executing the advertisement promotion notification and the attention promotion notification that were originally planned to be executed in the hit game ED. Priority is given to the fact that it has been turned on (restored). That is, when it is necessary to perform a notification having a higher priority than the attention promotion notification, the attention promotion notification is terminated and the notification having a higher priority than the attention promotion notification is performed. As a result, it is possible to grasp that the power has been supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1, and it is possible to perform accurate notification according to the situation.

Next, the feature portion in the present embodiment will be described with reference to the animations of the time chart 24 and FIG. 62 of FIG.

(About the time chart 24 in FIG. 61)
The time chart 24 of FIG. 61 shows that the cross key button 16 was operated by the player to perform the volume (light amount) adjustment operation during the execution of the attention promotion notification during the demonstration effect.

That is, at the timing (a), the customer waiting standby effect is turned off and the demo effect is turned on. Since the customer waiting standby effect and the demo effect are in a silent state, the effect sound is OFF. On the other hand, although the production sound is OFF, the volume (light amount) adjustment by operating the cross key button 16 is "possible".

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

Then, at the timing (f), the volume (light amount) adjustment operation is turned ON by the player operating the cross key button 16, and the volume (light amount) for notifying that the volume value (light amount value) has been changed. ) The adjustment sound turns on. The same applies to the timing (g), that is, it indicates that the volume value (light intensity value) has been changed in two steps during the execution of the attention promotion notification. Then, the attention promotion notification is turned off at the timing (d), the demo effect is turned off at the timing (e), and the customer waiting effect is turned on again.

In this way, by making it possible to adjust the volume (light amount) even when the attention promotion notification is being executed in the demo production, for example, let's start a new game when the attention promotion notification is being executed. Even when the player is seated and changes the volume value, the change can be made immediately, and the needs of the player can be flexibly met.

In addition, although there is no sound during the execution of the attention promotion notification in the demonstration production, when the volume (light amount) adjustment operation is performed, the attention promotion notification is sent to the player by outputting the volume (light amount) adjustment sound. While confirming, it is possible to recognize that the volume value (light intensity value) has been changed.

The time chart 24 described above is represented by the display mode of the image display device 26 in (a), (b), and (f) of “TC24” in FIG. Since the contents of (a), (b), and (f) are the same as those described above, the description thereof will be omitted.

That is, when the volume (light amount) adjustment operation is turned on at the timing (f) of "TC24" in FIG. 61, the volume (light amount) adjustment sound "Pi ♪" is output from the speaker 10 and the volume value (light amount value) stage. The volume value (light intensity value) level image 16b indicating the above is displayed on the front side of the attention promotion notification image.

The volume value (light amount value) level image 16b may be displayed small so as not to overlap the attention promotion notification image so that the player can clearly confirm the attention promotion notification. Further, a display device different from the image display device 26 is provided so that the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b is displayed on the display device so that the player can clearly confirm the attention promotion notification. May be good. Further, by outputting only the volume (light amount) adjustment sound and not displaying the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b, the player may be able to clearly confirm the attention promotion notification. Further, by displaying the volume value (light amount value) level image 16b in a lighter color than when the normal volume (light amount) is adjusted, the player may be able to clearly confirm the attention promotion notification.

(Second Embodiment)
Hereinafter, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described. In the second embodiment, only the parts different from the first embodiment will be described, and the detailed description of the parts common to the first embodiment and the description of the drawings will be omitted.

(About the special symbol determination table)
The special symbol determination table of FIG. 63 (A) is different from the special symbol determination table of FIG. 6 (A) in that it includes a "special symbol C" to which "2" rounds are assigned as the number of grant rounds. That is, if the result of inserting the game ball into the first starting port 21 is "hit", the main CPU 101 has "special symbol A", "special symbol B", "special symbol C", and "special symbol". From "D", determine one of the special symbols. Specifically, when the game ball enters the first starting port 21, a random number for determining a special symbol is acquired, and the acquired random number for determining a special symbol is referred to to obtain one of the special symbols. decide. For example, if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "0 to 9", "special symbol A" is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "10 to 54", "special symbol B" is determined. If the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "55-64", the "special symbol C" is determined, and if the acquired random number for determining the special symbol is "65-99", the "special symbol" is determined. Determine "D". Further, in the case of "loss", the main CPU 101 determines the "special symbol E".

Further, if the result of inserting the game ball into the second starting port 22 is "hit", the main CPU 101 selects one of the special symbols from "special symbol F" and "special symbol G". decide. Further, in the case of "loss", the main CPU 101 determines the "special symbol H". Since the probability (distribution) is the same as that in FIG. 6, the description thereof will be omitted.

In FIG. 6, although not particularly shown, the winning game ED is executed in the case of a winning special symbol. That is, "Yes" is defined as the winning game ED. On the other hand, in FIG. 63, the winning game ED is "Yes" for "Special symbol A", "Special symbol B", "Special symbol D", "Special symbol F", and "Special symbol G". However, for "special symbol C", the winning game ED is "none". That is, the winning game ED is not executed for the "special symbol C". Since FIG. 63 (B) is the same as FIG. 6, description thereof will be omitted.

Further, as shown in FIG. 64, "special symbol A" (type 1 jackpot 1), "special symbol D" (type 1 jackpot 4), "special symbol F" (type 1 jackpot 5), "special" In "Design G" (Type 1 jackpot 6), the opening / closing door of the jackpot 24 opens 29.5S per round to detect the entry of a "10" ball or a "10" ball. If 29.5S elapses before the entry of the game ball is detected, the opening / closing door of the large winning opening 24 is closed. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the process shifts to the next round, which is performed for "10" rounds. After the end of the "10" round, the game ends (for example, 10S).

In "Special symbol B" (Type 1 jackpot 2), the opening / closing door of the jackpot 24 opens 29.5S per round to detect the entry of a game ball of "10" or "10". If 29.5S elapses before detecting the entry of the game ball, the opening / closing door of the large winning opening 24 closes. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the process shifts to the next round, which is performed for "5" rounds. After the end of the "5" round, the game ends (for example, 10S).

In "Special symbol C" (Type 1 jackpot 3), the opening / closing door of the jackpot 24 opens 1.8S per round to detect the entry of a game ball of "10" or "10". If 1.8S elapses before detecting the entry of the game ball, the opening / closing door of the grand prize opening 24 closes. Then, when the closing interval time 2S elapses, the process shifts to the next round, which is performed for "2" rounds. After the end of the "2" round, the game does not shift to the winning game ending, but shifts to, for example, a state (screen) for notifying the transition to the probabilistic game state.

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

First, FIG. 65 (a) shows that the symbol variation game is being played on the image display device 26, and it is assumed that it corresponds to the “special symbol C” in FIG. 63. Then, in FIG. 65 (b), it is shown that the decorative symbol image "774" is confirmed and displayed. When the "special symbol C" is hit, the left decorative symbol image 26a, the right decorative symbol image 26c, and the middle decorative symbol image 26b are stopped in this order without reaching, and the decorative symbol image "774" is displayed. Confirm display. It should be noted that the reach may be performed to pretend that the reach has been lost, and "774" may be fixedly displayed in reverse.

In FIG. 65 (b), after the decorative symbol image "774" is confirmed and displayed, the large winning opening 24 is opened, and "1.8S" is opened for "2" rounds per "1" round. The interval between rounds is composed of, for example, "1S", and after the decorative symbol image "774" is confirmed and displayed, "1.8S" + "1S" + "1.8S" "4. The winning game ends with "6S".

In this way, when the hit game is reached with "Special symbol C", the hit game is suddenly reached, and then the hit game is completed in a short period of "4.6S", so do not perform the hit game ED. It is configured. That is, in the case of the special symbol C, the player has reached the winning game, and the feeling that the winning game has been sufficiently played is less than that of other special symbols (for example, special symbol A). In the special symbol, the game ED is not executed. In addition, the hit game is suddenly reached, and then the hit game is completed in a short period of "4.6S", and the game shifts to the probabilistic game state of (c) described later, so that the player suddenly shifts to the probabilistic game state. In order to give the surprise, it also has an aspect that the hit game ED is not executed.

Then, in FIG. 65 (c), the probabilistic game state is reached, and the image display device 26 displays a display such as “RUSH rush !!” and a “right-handed image” to notify that the probabilistic game state has been entered. ing.

In this way, when shifting to the probabilistic game state without executing the hit game ED after the end of the hit game, as shown in FIG. 65 (d), the attention promotion notification is sent to the next variation (after the end of the hit game). It is designed to be executed at the start of the next symbol change game). Even if the attention promotion notification is given at the start of the next fluctuation, the execution time may be the same as the execution time when the attention promotion notification is given during the winning game ED or when the attention promotion notice is given during the demonstration production. Good. Further, the display size, design, etc. (display mode of the attention promotion notification) may be the same display mode as when the attention promotion notification is performed during the game ED or when the attention promotion notification is performed during the demonstration production. As a result, even if there is no hit game ED and the attention promotion notification cannot be executed, the attention promotion notification can be appropriately executed at the start of the next fluctuation, and the display data of the attention promotion notification for the next fluctuation is uniquely displayed. Since it is not necessary to store it, it can contribute to the reduction of the display data storage area.

In addition, when the attention promotion notification is given at the start of the next fluctuation, it is not necessary to limit the advance notice at the start of the fluctuation to be executed. For example, as a notice at the start of fluctuation, there is a dialogue notice in which a character image is displayed shortly after the start of fluctuation and a dialogue image suggesting a high degree of expectation for a winning game is displayed. As shown in FIG. 65, since the character image is displayed in front of the attention promotion notification image in the dialogue notice, the attention promotion notification image is partially difficult to see.

In this case, the visibility of the attention promotion notification is impaired. However, for example, when a game is reached by hitting the "special symbol C", a flag to that effect is stored, and if the flag is stored when determining the notice of the next change after the winning game is completed. , The control load of the sub CPU 201 becomes heavier if the process such as not selecting the advance notice at the start of fluctuation is performed. Therefore, even if there is a concern that the attention promotion notification image may be partially difficult to see, the notice at the start of the fluctuation to be executed is not restricted. As a result, it is possible to prevent an increase in the control load of the sub CPU 201, and it is also possible to prevent the production interest from being lowered due to the importance given to the attention promotion notification.

Other examples of the change start notice include, for example, a movable body notice in which the movable body 28 operates on the front side of the image display device 26, a blackout notice that makes the screen appear to be turned off at the start of the change, and the like. Be done. In each case, some or all of the attention promotion notifications are difficult to see, but for the reasons mentioned above, the execution is not restricted.

In addition, when the attention promotion notification is given at the start of the next fluctuation, it is of course possible to limit the notification at the start of the fluctuation to be executed. The specific processing is as described above. In this case, for example, in the first symbol variation game after the winning game, which is a variation that attracts a high degree of attention from the player, the attention promotion notification can be clearly visually recognized by the player.

In addition, the attention promotion notification itself may serve as a notice. In this case, for example, it is usually displayed on a white background with a design of "Be careful of the game's devotion" in red letters, but it is necessary to display an attention promotion notification image with a design that is different from this normal design. Then, the degree of expectation for the winning game in the next fluctuation may be suggested. As a result, the player who knows that the attention promotion notification plays a role of advance notice becomes interested in the attention promotion notification and can execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

Further, when the next fluctuation hits the game, the attention promotion notification image may not be displayed. As a result, the player who knows that the game is confirmed that the attention promotion notification is not executed becomes interested in the attention promotion notification, and can execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

Further, in the second embodiment, the hit with the "special symbol C" is not limited to the hit game ED. For example, the execution time of the winning game ED may be shorter than that of the winning game ED with other special symbols (for example, about "2S"). Even when the winning game ED is performed in such a short execution time, the attention promotion notification may be performed at the start of the next fluctuation. That is, if it is different from the execution time of the winning game ED in other special symbols (different is that if the winning game ED is not performed, the winning game ED is performed but the ED execution time is longer than that of the winning game ED in other special symbols. If it is short, the attention promotion notification should be given at the start of the next fluctuation (including both).

(Third Embodiment)
Hereinafter, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described. In the third embodiment, only the parts different from the first embodiment will be described, and the detailed description of the parts common to the first embodiment and the description of the drawings will be omitted.

FIG. 66 is a probability variation notification distribution table, which is stored in the sub ROM 202. When the sub CPU 201 receives, for example, a symbol designation command for designating the "special symbol B" shown in FIG. 6, the sub CPU 201 refers to the table and determines a timing for notifying the transition to the probabilistic game state after the winning game is completed. To do.

For example, the symbol alignment (re-variation) is determined at a ratio of "60/100", the winning game is determined at a ratio of "30/100", and the winning game ED is determined at a ratio of "10/100".

The symbol alignment (re-variation) means that, for example, the decorative symbol image "777" is confirmed and displayed at the timing of notifying that the decorative symbol image is a winning game, and after the winning game, the game shifts to the probabilistic gaming state. Notify. It also includes a re-variation in which the decorative symbol image "666" is temporarily stopped and displayed, and the decorative symbol image "777" is fixedly displayed in reverse.

During the hit game, the characters confront each other during the hit game, and the character on the player side wins the game, thereby notifying that the character shifts to the probabilistic game state after the hit game. To do.

The hit game ED notifies that after the hit game shifts to the normal game state until the hit game ED, and reversely notifies that the hit game shifts to the probabilistic game state. In this hit game ED, an execution mode of the attention promotion notification in the case of notifying that the hit game will be shifted to the probabilistic game state will be described with reference to FIG. 67.

FIG. 67A shows that the hit game ED is performed in the image display device 26. At this time, it is notified that the normal game state is entered after the hit game, and the movable body 28 is also located at the initial position.

FIG. 67 (b) shows a promotion effect (an effect that makes it appear as if the player has been promoted to a probabilistic game state), and originally, the timing (for example, (b) in “TC1” of FIG. ), And at that timing, the movable body 28 is positioned at the maximum movable position without executing advertising notification, and the image display device 26 displays a rainbow-colored effect image or the like (not shown). ) Has been.

FIG. 67 (c) shows the continuation of the promotion effect, which is originally the timing of alert promotion notification in the winning game ED (for example, see (c) in “TC1” of FIG. 40) at the timing. The movable body 28 is continuously positioned at the maximum movable position without executing the attention promotion notification, and the rainbow-colored effect image and the like are continuously displayed on the image display device 26 (not shown).

FIG. 67 (d) notifies the transition to the probabilistic gaming state, and shows the process in which the movable body 28, which was in the maximum movable position, is stored in the initial position. Then, as shown in FIG. 68 (e), the attention promotion notification is executed at the start of the next variation (next symbol variation game after the end of the winning game). The contents described in the second embodiment may be applied mutatis mutandis to the configuration (execution period, display mode, notice, etc.) for notifying the next change.

In this way, when the promotion effect to the probabilistic game state is executed in the hit game ED, the movable body 28 is moved and the display related to the promotion effect (the above-mentioned rainbow-colored effect image, etc.) is performed. Notification etc. cannot be performed. In this case, as shown in FIG. 67 (e), by executing the attention promotion notification at the start of the fluctuation of the next fluctuation, the attention promotion notification is suitably executed even if the attention promotion notification cannot be executed in the winning game ED. be able to.

(Fourth Embodiment)
Hereinafter, a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described. In the fourth embodiment, only the parts different from the first embodiment will be described, and the detailed description of the parts common to the first embodiment and the description of the drawings will be omitted.

FIG. 68 shows a plurality of pachinko game machines 1, a network 500 connected to these machines, and a management device 600 connected to the network 500. For example, when a member card possessed by a player is inserted into the game ball lending device, the member ID recorded on the member card is sent to the network 500 and can be collated with the member ID managed by the management device 600.

Here, the player or his / her family can declare the upper limit of use of the game medium or the valuable value medium in advance and register it in the management device 600. Then, in the management device 600, the member ID of the player who has been declared in advance and the upper limit of use are stored in association with each other, and the player who has been declared in advance plays the game via the network 500. If so (for example, if the membership card in possession is inserted, it is determined that the game is being played), the usage status of the game medium or the valuable value medium is monitored.

Specifically, when the ball lending button 12 is operated, the number of operations is transmitted to the management device 600, and the usage status is monitored based on the number of operations. Further, when playing a game using the game media recorded on the membership card, the number of the game media recorded at a predetermined timing is transmitted to the management device 600 to display the recorded game media. Monitor usage based on numbers.

Then, for example, when the usage upper limit value declared in advance is reached, or when the predetermined value immediately before reaching the usage upper limit value is reached, a signal for executing the attention promotion notification is transmitted to the effect control board 200. Attention promotion notification is executed by the effect control board 200 that has been transmitted and input. That is, the image display device 26 is displayed as "Let's be careful about getting into the game". As a result, the execution of the attention promotion notification reaches the previously declared upper limit of use, or reaches the predetermined value immediately before reaching the upper limit of use, so that the player is encouraged to calm down. It is possible to execute a suitable attention promotion notification.

The attention promotion notification in the fourth embodiment may be a content that directly notifies that the upper limit of use is approaching and that the upper limit of use has been reached. For example, as a caution promotion notification, contents such as "the upper limit of use is approaching" or "the upper limit of use has been reached" may be displayed.

Details of the means and the like described in the game machine will be described.
A special game determination means (for example, main CPU 101) that determines whether or not to execute a special game (for example, a winning game) that is advantageous to the player, and a variation display of the identification information are performed, and the determination is performed after the variation display. The identification information display means (for example, the first special symbol display 27a, the second special symbol display 27b, the image display device 26) that stops and displays (confirms) the identification information corresponding to the result of the above, and the variation over a predetermined time. When the display is not performed, the demo effect execution control means (for example, sub CPU201) capable of executing the demo effect, and at least when the special game is being executed (for example, the winning game ED), the demo effect is executed. Attention promotion notification execution control means (for example, "Let's be careful about the game") that can execute the attention promotion notification (for example, "Let's be careful about the game") to call the player a predetermined attention when it is For example, the sub CPU201) and the effect sound output means (for example, the speaker 10) capable of outputting a predetermined effect sound (for example, BGM, sound effect) are provided, and the attention promotion notification is executed in the demo effect. When the sound is present, the predetermined sound effect is an inaudible sound, and when the attention promotion notification is executed in the special game, the predetermined sound effect is an audible sound.

Details of means and the like when the above-mentioned gaming machine is applied to a pachinko gaming machine will be described.
It is determined whether or not to execute a special game (for example, a winning game) that is advantageous to the player based on the fact that the game ball enters the starting port (for example, the first starting port 21 and the second starting port 22). The variation display of the identification information is started based on the special game determination means (for example, the main CPU 101) to be performed and the game ball enters the start port, and the variation display is stopped as the variation time elapses. When the identification information display means for displaying the result of the determination (for example, the first special symbol display 27a, the second special symbol display 27b, the image display device 26) and the variation display are not performed for a predetermined time. A game of a demo effect execution control means (for example, sub CPU201) capable of executing a demo effect, and at least when the special game is being executed (for example, a winning game ED) and when the demo effect is being executed. A caution promotion notification execution control means (for example, sub CPU 201) capable of executing a caution promotion notification (for example, a display such as "Let's be careful about getting into the game") for calling a predetermined attention to a person, and a predetermined The effect sound output means (for example, the speaker 10) capable of outputting the effect sound (for example, BGM, sound effect) of the above, and the predetermined effect sound when the attention promotion notification is executed in the demo effect. Is an inaudible sound, and when the attention promotion notification is executed in the special game, the predetermined effect sound is an audible sound.

In the present embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine has been described as an example, but the contents described in the present embodiment can also be applied to a rotating body type gaming machine (slot machine), and a ball game machine. It can also be applied to the arrange ball game machine.

1 Pachinko game machine 14 Effect button 21 1st start port 22 2nd start port 26 Image display device 100 Main control board 101 Main CPU
200 Production control board 201 Sub CPU

Claims (1)

A special game determination means for determining whether or not to execute a special game that is advantageous to the player, and
Identification information display means that displays the variation of the identification information and stops and displays the identification information corresponding to the result of the determination after the variation display.
When the variation display is not performed for a predetermined time, the demo effect execution control means capable of executing the demo effect and the demo effect execution control means
At least when the end effect of the special game is being executed and when the demo effect is being executed, an attention promotion notification that can be executed in the display means for calling a predetermined attention to the player is executed. Control means and
A sound output means that can output a predetermined production sound,
Volume adjustment operating means for adjusting the volume of the predetermined effect sound, and
The adjustment status notification control means capable of executing the notification of the adjustment status by the volume adjustment operation means in the display means, and
With
When the volume adjusting operation means is operated, the sound output means can output the adjusting sound accompanying the operation.
If the volume adjustment operating means is operated while the attention promotion notification is being executed in the demonstration effect, the volume adjustment and the notification of the adjustment status can be executed.
Even if the notification of the adjustment status is executed, the caution promotion notification is continuously executed without ending.
When the attention promotion notification is executed in the demo effect, the predetermined effect sound is not output, but the adjustment sound accompanying the operation can be output.
Wherein during execution of the special game is capable of outputting the first effect sound of the predetermined effect sound, when running the attention promoting reported in the special play end effect is the predetermined effect sound A second production sound different from the first production sound can be output .
A game machine characterized by that.