JP6985582B2 - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Description

Regarding pachinko gaming machines.

Currently, the most popular pachinko gaming machines are called "special symbols" (or main gaming symbols) on the display such as 7-segment machines when a gaming ball enters the start chucker. When the symbol is displayed in a variable manner and the special symbol is in a specific mode (for example, "7"), the special gaming state is more profitable for the player than the normal gaming state {a large winning opening that is normally closed. This is a type of model (so-called "first-class pachinko gaming machine") that shifts to a game in which (a so-called attacker) opens up under predetermined conditions. Here, in order to reduce the burden of display control of the special symbol that is directly linked to the interests of the player, it is referred to as a "decorative symbol" for directing to enhance the interest of the game, in addition to the above-mentioned "special symbol". The symbol to be displayed is variablely displayed on a display such as a liquid crystal display having a size larger than that of the display unit in a form synchronized with the fluctuation of the special symbol. Then, when the change of the special symbol is started, the decorative symbol also starts to change in accordance with this, and when the special symbol is stopped in a specific mode (for example, "7"), the decorative symbol is also in a predetermined mode (for example) in accordance with this. It will stop at "777"). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game is confirmed because the decorative pattern is stopped in the predetermined mode.

Here, since this mechanism is common to this type of pachinko gaming machine, in order to differentiate it from other types, how to devise a high degree of interest in the overall production including the variation mode of the above-mentioned design. The focus is on whether to grant. For example, when the variable display of the "special symbol" cannot be started, it has a function to suspend the variable display when the game ball enters the starting port, and the game content at the time of the pending digestion is set in advance. One of them is a method (so-called look-ahead effect) for improving the fun of the game by notifying or suggesting the game.

Patent No. 5729425 Patent No. 5306895

However, since the look-ahead effect has been widely used in the past, there is a problem that further improvement is required to prevent the rut.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
Starting ports (for example, first main game starting port A10, second main game starting port B10) into which a game ball can enter, and
Identification information display unit (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of variable display and stop display of identification information, and
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of executing an effect,
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
It is provided with a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the execution of the effect in the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG).
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is
A random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10).
When a random number is acquired by a random number acquisition means, a random number temporary storage means that temporarily stores the acquired random number until the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied and controls the occurrence of hold.
When the variable display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the hit / fail judgment is executed based on the random number related to the hold, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variable display mode of the identification information based on the hit / fail judgment result are executed. The means of determining the game content and
An identification information display control means that controls the identification information to be stopped and displayed after the identification information is variablely displayed on the identification information display unit according to the determination by the game content determination means.
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit is in a predetermined mode, it is provided with a special game control means capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player.
When a certain hold is newly generated, a command regarding the number of holds after the new hold is generated can be transmitted to the sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and when a certain hold is exhausted, the command can be transmitted. A command regarding the number of holds after the hold has been exhausted can be transmitted to the sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S).
It is configured so that a look-ahead command related to a certain hold can be transmitted to a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S).
The sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S)
Based on the look-ahead command transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M), the effect display unit can execute a look-ahead effect that suggests or notifies the feasibility of a special game related to a certain hold in advance. And
Determining whether the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is consumed, transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is normal. It is configured to execute the pending quantity determination process.
If it is determined that the command related to the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command related to the number of holds after the hold is exhausted is normal by executing the hold quantity determination process, the determined command is used. being configured to temporarily store information about the pending number based,
When the hold quantity determination process is executed and it is determined that the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is exhausted is abnormal, the hold is newly generated. The process to be executed after the determination depends on whether the number of holds indicated by the command regarding the number of later holds or the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is exhausted is within or outside the range from 0 to the upper limit of the number of holds. It is a pachinko game machine characterized by being configured to be different.

According to the pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect, there is an effect that the fun of the game related to the look-ahead effect can be improved.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a main flowchart on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a flowchart of an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of a random number acquisition process for determining the main game content on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a table configuration diagram used in the first main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a table configuration diagram used in the first main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a table configuration diagram used in the second main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a special game operation condition determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of a special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the hold information management process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of a winning look-ahead determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of a look-ahead effect content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the effect content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the look-ahead determination process when the fluctuation is stopped on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a look-ahead effect image diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of a special game-related display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a list of special game start demo commands in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the special game pre-reading determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is an image diagram of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, which is a production of a continuous villa on hold. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of a random number acquisition process for determining the main game content on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of a main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 33 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the hold number determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of a winning look-ahead determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the look-ahead determination process when the fluctuation is stopped on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 37 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 38 is a flowchart of a winning look-ahead determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the second embodiment. FIG. 39 is a flowchart of a look-ahead determination process at the time of variable stop on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the second embodiment.

Form to carry out

First, the meaning of each term in the present specification will be described. "Prize ball" includes not only a prize in which a prize ball is paid out, but also a passage to a "through chucker" in which no prize ball is paid out. The "open state, open state" and "closed state, closed state" are, for example, in the configuration of a general large winning opening (so-called attacker), the open state = easy winning state, and the closed state = non-winning state. It will be in an easy state. Further, for example, a state of protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter, may be referred to as an advanced state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (the side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter referred to as an evacuation state). In a configuration that can take (there is) (so-called tongue-type attacker), the advance state = the winning state is easy, and the evacuation state = the winning non-easy state. A "random number" is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine, and includes pseudo-random numbers in addition to random numbers in a narrow sense (for example, hard as a random number). Random numbers, soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called "basic random number" that affects the result of the game, specifically, the "winning random number (random number for winning or losing lottery)" related to the transition of the special game, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol are determined. "Random number for determining variable mode", "Random number for determining stop symbol", "Random number for determining winning symbol" for determining whether to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variable game) after a special game, etc. be able to. It is not necessary to use all of these random numbers when determining the content of the variation mode and the content of the definite identification information, but at least one random number that is the same as or different from each other may be used. Further, in the present specification, the number of random numbers may be displayed in the form of the number of random numbers or a plurality of random numbers, but once the entry port (for example, the start entry port) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is called one (that is, in the above example, a bundle of random numbers such as winning random number + variation mode determination random number + symbol determination random number ... is referred to as one random number). .. Further, for example, a kind of random number (for example, a winning random number) may also serve as another kind of random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). The "gaming state" is, for example, a transition to a special gaming state in which the large winning opening can be opened, or a transition to a special gaming state rather than a non-probability variable gaming state in which the lottery probability is a predetermined value. Probability fluctuation game state with high probability of lottery, transition to special game Auxiliary game state with assistance for winning a prize at the start port that triggers the lottery (so-called normal symbol time saving state, for example, a variable member is attached to the start port In some cases, any one or more combinations such as a long opening period of the variable member, a high probability of winning the opening of the variable member, and a short time of notifying the result of the opening lottery of the variable member).

The following embodiment is a model (type 1 type 1 multifunction device) in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed. However, this is not limited to this, and it is also within the scope when applied to other gaming machines (for example, conventional pachinko gaming machines of type 1, type 2, type 3, general electric service, etc.). .. It should be noted that this embodiment is merely an example, and relates to the order of each step regarding various processes such as the location and function where each means exists, the timing of turning on / off the flag, the name of the means responsible for the process of each step, and the like. It is not limited to the following aspects. Further, the above-described embodiments and modifications should not be limitedly understood to be applied to specific ones, and may be any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification of one embodiment is a modification of another embodiment, even if one modification and another modification are described independently. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and the other modified example is also described. Further, in the present embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table for various tables, but these are also not limited, and the lottery table may be used as a reference table or vice versa.

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

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

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

Next, the game board is formed with a game area D30 partitioned by an outer rail D32 and an inner rail D34. In the game area D30, in addition to mechanisms such as a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown) and various general winning openings, a first main game start port A10, a second main game start port B10, an auxiliary game start port H10, 1st big winning opening C10, 2nd big winning opening C20, 1st main game symbol display device A20, 2nd main game symbol display device B20, effect display device SG, auxiliary game symbol display device H20, center decoration D38 and out opening D36 is installed. Hereinafter, each element will be described in detail in order.

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

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

Here, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are provided apart from each other, and the game flows down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). The ball is configured so that it is easy to be guided to the first main game start port A10, while it is difficult to be guided to the second main game start port B10. On the other hand, the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is difficult to be guided to the first main game start port A10, while is easily guided to the second main game start port B10. .. It should be noted that "easy to be guided" and "difficult to be guided" are determined by, for example, the size of the number of balls entered when 10,000 balls are launched on the right side and the left side, respectively.

In the present embodiment, the electric accessory is provided on the second main game start port B10 side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric accessory is provided on the first main game start port A10 side. You may. Further, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are arranged apart from each other, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port A10 and the first main game start port A10 are arranged. 2 It may be arranged so as to overlap with the main game start port B10, and in that case, the upper part of the second main game start port B10 is blocked by the presence of the first main game start port A10. You may.

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

Here, in the present embodiment, the auxiliary game start port H10 in which the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (referenced to the center of the game area) is easily guided and the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 is difficult to be guided. And the auxiliary game start port H10 in which the game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided and the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 is difficult to be guided. It is configured to have a start port H10 {but not limited to this, only a game ball flowing down the right side or the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is guided to the auxiliary game start port H10. It may be configured to be easy}.

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

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

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

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

Since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have to have a directing role, in the present embodiment, the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The size of is set to be inconspicuous. However, when a method is adopted in which the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) itself has a directing role and the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol) is not displayed, the effect described later is used. A liquid crystal display such as the display device SG may be configured to display the first main game symbol (second main game symbol).

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

Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 is a device that executes display and the like related to the auxiliary game symbol. As a specific configuration, the auxiliary game symbol display device H20 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display unit H21h is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of reserved auxiliary game symbol changes (the number of auxiliary game symbol changes that have not been executed).

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

Next, with reference to FIG. 2, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and controls the overall gaming operation (that is, the game, such as a lottery when the ball enters the first main game starting port A10 (second main game starting port B10). The main control board M that performs control that is directly related to the interests of the pachinko machine, and the effect control means (sub-main control unit) that performs display control related to various effects on the effect display device SG that gives interest to the game content. The SM, the sub-sub control unit SS that mainly executes the effect display, the prize ball tank KT, the prize ball rail KR, and the game balls supplied from the prize ball tank KT according to the prizes to each prize opening are placed on the upper ball plate D20. A prize ball payout device (set base) KE equipped with a payout unit KE10 or the like, a prize ball payout control board KH for controlling the payout operation by the payout unit KE10, and a game ball (reservoir ball) of the upper ball plate D20. The launching device D42 that launches one ball at a time to the area D30, the launching control board D40 that controls the launching operation of the launching device D42, the power supply unit E that supplies power to each part of the pachinko gaming machine, and the power supply of the pachinko gaming machine. A power switch Ea or the like, which is a switch for turning on / off, is provided on the back surface of the front frame D14 (on the side opposite to the game side).

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

First, the main control board M has a winning opening sensor Ns {the above-mentioned first main game starting opening ball entry detection device A11s, second main game starting opening entry ball detection device B11s, auxiliary game start opening entry ball detection device H11s, first. 1 big prize opening winning detection device C11s, 2nd big winning opening winning detection device C21s, general winning detection device (not shown, the general winning opening is a entry opening that has a prize ball but does not perform a symbol lottery. )}, Drive solenoid (not shown), information display LED (not shown), etc. It is electrically connected to the input / output device that is indispensable for the game, and controls the progress of the game based on the input signal from each input device. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub-main control unit SM / sub-sub control unit SS), and the prize ball is paid out based on the progress of the game. Information (commands) related to the prize ball payout control board KH can be transmitted to the prize ball payout control board KH, and information (commands) related to the progress state of the production / game can be transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and the main control board M can be connected to the hall computer HC via an external connection terminal by wiring. It is configured to be able to output game-related information to an external device.

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

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

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

Various functions of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described. First, the main control board M is a game peripheral device related to a game (first main game peripheral device A, second main game peripheral device B, first and second main game shared peripheral device C, auxiliary game peripheral device H). It is connected to the sub-main control unit SM related to the effect and the prize ball payout control board KH that controls the payout of a predetermined number of prize balls based on the payout instructions from the main control board M so that information can be transmitted. Further, the sub-main control unit SM is also electrically connected to the sub-sub control unit SS that executes the image effect, various game effect lamps D26 (for example, side lamps), the speaker D24, and the like. Further, the prize ball payout control board KH is electrically connected to the prize ball payout device KE provided with a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control board M, sub-main control unit SM, sub-sub control unit SS, prize ball payout control board KH, etc. are hardware-wise ROMs and RAMs for storing data and programs, CPUs used for arithmetic processing, and the like. It is composed of the elements of. It should be noted that each means included in the main control board M below may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device). For example, each means included in the peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device) may be configured to be mounted on the main control board M. Hereinafter, the details of each of the above means (devices) will be described.

Here, the scope of the claims including the above and the "random number" in the present specification are, for example, "0" to "65535" and "65535" assigned according to the type of random number (for example, a winning random number or a random number for determining a variation mode). It is a value randomly selected from a predetermined range such as "0" to "255". Further, the random number does not have to be a mathematically generated random number, and may be a pseudo-random number generated by a hardware random number, a software random number, or the like. For example, the expression method of each value in the random number is a method in which the values are expressed in sequence along the sequence of random numbers (plus one method), and the next value (initial value) when the final value of the sequence of random numbers is expressed. ) Is determined by a random value (initial value update method), a combination thereof, and the like.

Here, in the present embodiment, the fluctuation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction) during the time reduction game as compared with the non-time reduction game. function). Further, the fluctuation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d of the second main game starting port B10 is relatively extended (opening time extension). function). Further, the time shortening game in the present embodiment ends when the total value of the number of fluctuations of the first main game symbol and the number of fluctuations of the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number (probability variation game with no time reduction limit). except for). That is, the number of time reductions is configured to be subtracted for each change (stop) of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol.

Here, the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C is stopped related to the first or second main game symbol (the first or second main game symbol in which the change start condition is satisfied) currently being changed. It has the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C for temporarily storing the symbol and the variation mode information.

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

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

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

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

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

Here, the display area SG10 has a decorative symbol display area SG11 for variablely displaying the decorative symbol, and a first hold display unit SG12 (and a second hold display unit SG13) for displaying the main game hold information. ing.

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

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

Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. The main control board M executes the process of FIG. 3B based on the interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, when the scheduled interrupt cycle T is reached (for example, a hardware interrupt every about 1.5 ms), in step 1100, the main control board M executes the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1200, the main control board M executes the electric accessory drive determination process described later. Next, in step 1300, the main control board M executes the main game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1400, the main control board M executes the main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1500, the main control board M executes the special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the main control board M executes the special game control process described later. Next, in step 1910, the main control board M causes the prize ball payout control board KH to execute the prize ball payout control process (drive control of the prize ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning opening in which the game ball wins. Process for managing the result, etc.) is executed. Next, in step 1920, the main control board M executes an output process of an external signal (information output to an external terminal board, a hall computer HC, or the like). Next, in step 1930, the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits a command set in each of the above processes to the sub-main control unit side), and is executed immediately before the execution of this interrupt process. It returns to the processing that was done.

Next, NMI interrupt processing will be described. As described above, the main control board M is configured so that the power cutoff signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the process of FIG. 3C is executed when the power is turned off in the gaming machine. Will be done. That is, when the power of the gaming machine is turned off (in this example, when the NMI is interrupted), in step 1020, the main control board M sets the power cut information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. Next, in step 1022, the main control board M prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power cutoff waiting loop processing.

Next, FIG. 5 is a flowchart of the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the game ball has entered (inflow, in the case of a gate, passed) into the auxiliary game start port H10. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, in step 1108, the CPUMC of the main control board M adds 1 to the hold ball in the form of being set in the RAM area of the main control board M together with the information on the number of hold, and the next process ( Step 1200 process). In the case of No in step 1102 and step 1104, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1200).

Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H, and determines whether or not the electric accessory opening flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H and determines whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not there is a reserved ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, the CPUMC of the main control board M acquires the game state (flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag) on the auxiliary game side in step 1216, and also refers to the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H. Then, the stop symbol is determined based on the acquired game state of the auxiliary game side and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on, it is compared with the case where it is off. The winning symbol is selected with high probability) and temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M.

Here, the right side of the figure is an example of a lottery table for determining an auxiliary game stop symbol. As shown in the same table, in this example, the stop symbols are "D0, D1, D2", and the stop symbols that are the hit symbols are "D1, D2", which are caused by the fact that each of them has stopped. In the non-time reduction game, when the stopped symbol is "D1", the opening mode is (opening → closing for 0.2 seconds), and the electric accessory is stopped. When the symbol is "D2", the opening mode is (opening for 0.2 seconds → closing for 0.8 seconds → opening for 5.0 seconds → closing) (longest opening). Further, in the time shortening game, when the stopped symbol is "D1", the opening mode is (open for 1 second → closed for 1 second → open for 1 second → closed for 1 second → open for 1 second → closed) and stopped. When the symbol is "D2", the opening mode is configured to be (open for 0.2 seconds → closed for 0.8 seconds → open for 4.0 seconds → closed). It should be noted that the stop symbol is likely to be a lost symbol "D0" during the non-time reduction game, and the stop symbol is likely to be a hit symbol "D1" during the time reduction game.

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

Next, in step 1224, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer MP11t-H and determines whether or not the predetermined time related to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the RAM area of the main control board M to acquire the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and at the same time, the stop symbol of the acquired auxiliary game symbol. Is confirmed and displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g. Then, in step 1228, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the auxiliary game symbol changing flag.

Next, in step 1230, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is a “hit” (D1 and D2 in this example). In the case of Yes in step 1230, in step 1232, the CPUMC of the main control board M opens for 1 second in the opening mode (for example, in the case of the hit symbol “D1”, based on the hit symbol and the game state on the auxiliary game side. 1 second closed → 1 second open → 1 second closed → 1 second open → closed, in the case of the hit symbol “D2”, 0.2 seconds open → 0.8 seconds closed → 4 seconds open → closed The opening mode) is determined, and a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening / closing time) of the electric accessory is set in the second main game start port electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B. Next, in step 1234, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the electric accessory opening flag. Then, in step 1236, the CPUMC of the main control board M opens the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10. In this embodiment, when the main game time reduction flag is off and the auxiliary game stop symbol is a predetermined hit symbol (D2), the time for continuing to open the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is the longest. Has been done.

Next, in step 1242, whether or not the CPUMC of the main control board M has reached a predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric accessory with reference to the second main game start port electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B. To judge. In the case of Yes in step 1242, in steps 1244 and 1246, the CPUMC of the main control board M closes the second main game start port electric accessory B11d of the second main game start port B10 and is opening the electric accessory. The flag is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1300).

If No in step 1202, the process proceeds to step 1242, if No in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224, and if No in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230 and step 1242, the next process is performed. (Processing in step 1300).

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

Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the first main game start opening ball entry information has been received from the first main game start opening ball entry detection device A11s. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls for the main game (particularly the first main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the CPUC100 of the main control board M acquires the first main game content determination random number. In this embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, a winning / failing lottery random number for determining the winning / failing, a symbol lottery random number for determining the symbol at the time of winning, and a fluctuation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol are determined. Three random numbers of the variation mode lottery random number for the purpose are acquired. By the way, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update cycles and random number ranges, and are acquired in series at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the CPUC100 of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the acquired first main game content determination random number. Next, in step 1310, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1310, in step 1312, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the main game time reduction flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the CPUC100 of the main control board M predetermines the win / fail result and the stop symbol related to the stored hold based on the hold information (win / fail lottery random number and symbol determination random number). Next, in step 1316, the CPUC100 of the main control board M sets the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the command related to the newly generated hold result and the stop symbol information to the sub-main control unit SM. (It is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930), and the process proceeds to step 1318.

Next, in step 1318, the CPUC100 of the main control board M is based on the hold information (variation mode determination random number), and the variation mode random number delimited information and the variation mode group (non-time saving variation mode group and time saving variation) related to the stored hold are The mode group) is determined in advance (see the main game table 3 of FIGS. 11 and 12 for the variable mode random number delimited information and the variable mode group), and the process proceeds to step 1320. In this embodiment, one variation mode group is configured to include a plurality of types of variation modes (variation time). Even if No in step 1310 or 1312, the process proceeds to step 1320. Next, in step 1320, the CPUC100 of the main control board M sub-main controls commands related to new hold generation (commands related to hold generation of the first main game content determination random number, commands related to variation mode random number delimiter information, etc.). It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930), and the process proceeds to step 1322. When the symbol information is transmitted to the sub-control board S side as in the present embodiment, an effect suggesting a big hit may be executed as an effect to be executed on the sub-control board S side, and such a configuration may be performed. In this case, it is desirable to have a configuration in which the stop symbol of the main game symbol that becomes the big hit can be notified to the player (the stop symbol is notified only when the stop symbol of the main game symbol becomes a big hit). Further, even if No in step 1302 or 1304, the process proceeds to step 1322. Although the first main game content determination random number is temporarily stored in step 1308, if the processing related to the first main game content determination random number is described in detail, (1) entry into the first main game start port A10 is performed. As an opportunity, the first main game content determination random number is acquired, and the random number is stored in the register. (2) The first main game content determination random number stored in the register is stored in the RAM of the main control board M, and the fluctuation of the main game symbol starts based on the first main game content determination random number stored in the register. Execute a look-ahead lottery in front. (3) At the start of fluctuation of the main game symbol, the first main game content determination random number stored in the RAM of the main control board M is stored in the register, and based on the first main game content determination random number stored in the register. The winning / failing determination is executed (the winning / failing determination may be executed based on the first main game content determination random number stored in the RAM of the main control board M). If the second main game side is also configured to be able to execute the look-ahead lottery, the same process may be executed for the second main game content determination random number.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group are obtained when the main game content determination random number (first main game content determination random number or second main game content determination random number) is acquired (or when hold occurs). Is configured to determine.

It should be noted that, at the timing when the hold occurs, the main game content determination random number information, the hit / fail random number delimiter information, the variation mode random number delimiter information, and the variation mode group information may be transmitted to the sub-control board S side. , The information transmitted to the sub-control board S side is not limited to this, and the information related to the stop symbol of the main game symbol and the information related to the profit mode of the main game symbol which is a big hit (special related to the main game symbol scheduled to be stopped). The number of rounds of the game, etc.), the number of holds immediately after the hold winning (the number of holds on the winning side of the 1st main game side or the 2nd main game side, both on the 1st main game side and the 2nd main game side It may be configured to be able to transmit information related to (which may be the number of pending numbers), etc. It is one of the random number delimiter information that is grouped by associating (or the random number value range) with the result of the winning / failing lottery. Grouping can be given regardless of whether it is in a probability-variable gaming state or a non-probability-variable gaming state, and if it is a probability-variable gaming state, it is a hit, but if it is a non-probability-variable gaming state, it is lost.} ..

Next, in step 1322, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the second main game start opening ball entry information has been received from the second main game start opening ball entry detection device B11s. In the case of Yes in step 1322, in step 1324, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the number of reserved balls for the main game (particularly the second main game side) is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1324, in step 1326, the CPUC100 of the main control board M acquires the second main game content determination random number. In this embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers of a win / fail lottery random number, a symbol lottery random number, and a variation mode lottery random number are acquired as in the case of the first main game symbol determination means. By the way, the acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and the acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, the winning / failing lottery random number for the first main game and the winning / failing lottery random number for the second main game). Acquisition range) is set to the same. Next, in step 1328, the CPUC100 of the main control board M temporarily stores (holds) the acquired second main game content determination random number. Next, in step 1330, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1330, in step 1334, the CPUC100 of the main control board M predetermines the win / fail result and the stop symbol related to the stored hold based on the hold information (win / fail lottery random number and symbol determination random number). Next, in step 1336, the CPUC100 of the main control board M sets the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the command related to the newly generated hold result and the stop symbol information to the sub-main control unit SM. (It is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930), and the process proceeds to step 1338.

If No in step 1330, in step 1332, the CPUC100 of the main control board M determines whether or not the main game time reduction flag is off. If Yes in step 1332, the process proceeds to step 1340, and if No in step 1332, the process proceeds to step 1334.

Next, in step 1338, the CPUC100 of the main control board M is based on the hold information (variation mode determination random number), and the variation mode random number delimited information and the variation mode group (non-time saving variation mode group and time saving variation) related to the stored hold are The mode group) is determined in advance (for the variable mode random number delimited information and the variable mode group, see the main game table 3 of FIGS. 11 and 12), and the process proceeds to step 1340. Next, in step 1340, the CPUC100 of the main control board M sub-main controls commands related to new hold generation (commands related to hold generation of second main game content determination random numbers, commands related to variation mode random number delimiter information, etc.). It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930), and proceeds to the next process (process in step 1400). Further, in the case of No in step 1322 or step 1324, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1400).

In steps 1308 and 1328, the first main game content determination random number is stored and the second main game content determination random number is stored, but the main game content is determined in the RAM storage area of the main control board M. When storing a random number, a dedicated storage area is secured, and only the information related to the "main game content determination random number" is stored in the byte that stores the information related to the main game content determination random number (various types). It is preferable to configure it so that other information such as the timer value is not stored (when operating another data stored in the same 1 byte, the information related to the main game content determination random number is rewritten due to noise or the like. To prevent it from happening). In addition, regarding the winning / failing lottery random number, the change in the gaming state (the already recorded game state related to the hold) between the acquisition of the winning / failing lottery random number and the execution of the winning / failing lottery related to the winning / failing lottery random number. Not only the change but also the game state may change due to the newly generated hold, so the game state at the time of executing the win / fail lottery related to the lottery random number is unpredictable). Is configured to store the lottery random number until the execution of. In the present embodiment, the command to the sub-main control unit SM related to the hold information can be transmitted only when the hold occurs related to the first main game in the non-time reduction game state, while in the time reduction game state. Is configured to be able to be transmitted only when the hold related to the second main game occurs, but regardless of whether the hold is related to the first main game or the hold related to the second main game regardless of the game state. , The command may be configured to be transmitted, and in such a case, the sub-main control unit SM may be configured to execute a determination as to whether or not to use the received command. In the present embodiment, when the first main game content determination random number is stored, the special game is not executed and the non-time shortened game state is reached. It is configured to transmit information about the stop symbol and the variation mode group to the sub-control board S side. Further, when the random number for determining the content of the second main game is stored, the special game is being executed, or the game is in a time-reduced game state. It is configured to transmit information to the sub-control board S side. Further, a small hit may be provided, and in such a configuration, if the small hit is executed, it relates to a new hold when the first main game content determination random number is acquired. Information on the pass / fail result, the stop symbol, and the variation mode group is not transmitted to the sub-control board S side. Is configured to be transmitted to the sub-control board S side, and if the small hit is not executed, the result of success / failure, the stop symbol, and the variation mode related to the new hold when the first main game content determination random number is acquired. Information about the group is transmitted to the sub-control board S side, and information about the success / failure result, stop symbol, and variation mode group related to the new hold when the second main game content determination random number is acquired is sent to the sub-control board S side. It may be configured not to transmit.

Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the CPUMC of the main control board M confirms whether or not there is a hold of the second main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the first main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1500). On the other hand, if No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the second main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1500).

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

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

In the case of Yes in step 1403, in step 1405 and step 1406, the CPUMC of the main control board M is temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M, and the first main game content determination random number related to the current symbol variation ( The second main game content determination random number) is read out, deleted from the RAM area of the main control board M, and the remaining temporarily stored information is shifted (pending digestion processing). Next, in step 1410-1, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the first main game winning / failing lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game winning / losing lottery table MN11ta-B) corresponding to each gaming state. , The main game symbol winning / failing lottery is executed based on the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the winning lottery random number).

Here, FIG. 10 (main game table 1) is an example of the first main game winning / failing lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game winning / losing lottery table MN11ta-B). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability-variable gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-probability-variable gaming state. The winning probability is just an example, and is not limited to this. Further, in the present embodiment, a hit (so-called small hit) in which the gaming state cannot be changed is not illustrated, but a small hit may be generated (a small hit is won).

Next, in step 1410-2, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B), and refers to the main game symbol. A stop symbol related to the main game symbol is determined based on the winning / failing lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number), and is temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M. do.

Here, FIG. 10 (main game table 2) is an example of the first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, when a big hit is won, a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, "2A, 3A, 4A, 5A, 6A, 7A" and "2B, 3B," 4B, 5B, 6B, 7B "), one main game symbol is configured to be determined as a jackpot symbol. The number of special game rounds determined with reference to the main game symbol is 8R for 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B, 5A and 5B, and 16R for 6A, 6B, 7A and 7B. There is. It should be noted that the random value and the type of the stop symbol are also examples, and are not limited to this. {For example, the lost symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, and a plurality of types of symbols are provided. However, when a specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the type and / or selection rate of the variation mode of the main game symbol is different from that before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed (limited frequency state). May be configured to migrate}.

Next, in step 1410-3, the CPUMC of the main control board M uses the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B) corresponding to each gaming state. ), And the variation mode of the main game symbol is determined based on the main game symbol winning / failing lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number). Is temporarily stored in the RAM area of the main control board M, and the process proceeds to step 1414.

Here, the main game table 3 shown in FIGS. 11 and 12 is an example of the first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). As shown in this figure, in the present embodiment, the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol with respect to a certain random number value can be determined based on the result of the winning / failing lottery of the main game symbol and the state of the main game time reduction flag. Has been done. For example, when the winning / failing lottery result of the main game symbol is a hit for a certain random number value, it is easy to determine the fluctuation mode in which the fluctuation time is relatively long, and the main game time reduction flag is on (time reduction game). The state) is configured so that it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively short. It should be noted that this example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of variation mode (variation time), selection rate, or the like. Further, the symbol variation time on the first main game side may be configured to be relatively long in the time reduction game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) {the symbol variation on the second main game side. Is configured to be advantageous to the player, and by reducing the symbol variation efficiency of the first main game side, the hold of the second main game side is likely to occur (advantageous to the player). Since the purpose is to build a situation, it is particularly effective when the starting port on the first main game side and the starting port on the second main game side cannot be separated}. In addition, in FIGS. 11 and 12, the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group are provided in all the situations (game state, etc.), but the situation is not limited to this, and the situation is transmitted to the sub-control board S side. If is limited, the variation mode random number delimited information and the variation mode group may be provided only in that case. For example, on the first main game side, the variation mode random number delimiter information and the variation mode group are not provided in the time shortened game state, and on the second main game side, the variation mode random number in the non-time shortened game state. It may be configured not to provide the delimiter information and the variation mode group.

Further, as shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the hold look-ahead group is determined by the random number for determining the variation mode. The hold look-ahead group is configured so that it can be easily determined to be group 1 when the fluctuation time of the main game symbol is short, and to group 3 when the fluctuation time of the main game symbol is long. If it does not correspond to any group, it will be group 2). In the present embodiment, only the hold determined in the group 3 or the group 2 can be the hold (trigger hold) that triggers the generation of the look-ahead effect.

Next, in step 1414, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines the temporarily stored symbol variation display start instruction command (stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, and other information related to the determined main game symbol, and the present. (Commands related to the game state, etc.) are set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930). Next, in step 1416, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets a predetermined time related to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol in the first and second main game symbol fluctuation management timers MP11t-C. Next, in step 1417, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). On B21g), the variation display of the main game symbol is started according to the memorized variation mode. Next, in step 1418, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the changing flag and proceeds to step 1420.

On the other hand, if No in step 1403, in step 1419, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1419, in step 1419-1, the CPUMC of the main control board M deletes the read main game side random number from the hold information, shifts (holds digestion) the remaining hold information, and steps 1420. Move to. If No in step 1419, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1500).

Next, in step 1420, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the predetermined time related to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the CPUMC of the main control board M is for command transmission for transmitting information (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the effect that the symbol variation is completed to the sub-main control unit SM side. It is set in the buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side by the control command transmission process in step 1930). Next, in step 1423, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first main game symbol display unit A21g (second main game symbol display unit) of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20). The variation display of the main game symbol on B21g) is stopped, and the stop symbol stored in the RAM area of the main control board M is displayed and controlled as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1428, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the changing flag.

Next, in step 1430, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the stop symbol of the main game symbol is a jackpot symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1430, in step 1432, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the condition device operation flag and proceeds to step 1450. On the other hand, if No in step 1430, the process proceeds to step 1450 without executing the process of step 1432.

Next, in step 1450, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes the specific game end determination process described later, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1500). Even if No in step 1420, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1500).

Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination process according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the main game probability change flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1470, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is larger than 0. In the case of Yes in step 1470, in step 1472, the CPU MC of the main control board M subtracts 1 from the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1474, the CPU MC of the main control board M refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c, and determines whether or not the counter value (remaining time reduction number) is 0. In the case of Yes in step 1474, in step 1476 and step 1478, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the main game time reduction flag and the auxiliary game time reduction flag, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1500). Even if No in step 1452, step 1470, and step 1474, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1500).

Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the special game operating condition determination process according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1514, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the specific game flag (main game probability change flag, main game time saving flag, auxiliary game time saving flag). Next, in step 1518, the CPU MC of the main control board M clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1520, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the special game transition permission flag. Next, in step 1522, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the condition device operation flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 1600). Even if No in step 1502, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1600).

Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game transition permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in step 1603, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game transition permission flag. Next, in step 1604, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the special game start demo flag. In the present embodiment, the special game start demo time is provided in the period before the start of execution of the plurality of rounds related to the special game, and when the special game start demo time ends, the round in the special game is started. It is configured to start execution. In addition, when the special game start demo flag is turned on, the special game start demo time will start. Next, in step 1605, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets an initial value (1 in this example) in the round number counter (not shown). Next, in step 1606, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets a predetermined value (5 seconds in this example) to the special game start demo timer MP35t-D (a timer for measuring the special game start demo time, which is a decrement timer). Set and start. Next, in step 1607, the CPUMC of the main control board M receives a special game start demo command (a command to the sub control board S side, information that the special game start demo time has started, and the time when the big hit is won. Set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting the game state, the number of execution rounds of the big hit, and the command with information about the game state after the big hit to the sub-main control unit SM side (in the control command transmission process in step 1930). Then, it is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side), and the process proceeds to step 1608. On the other hand, even if No in step 1602, the process proceeds to step 1608.

Next, in step 1608, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the special game start demo flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1608, in step 1609, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the timer value of the special game start demo timer MP35t-D, and determines whether or not the timer value is 0. In the case of Yes in step 1609, in steps 1610 and 1611, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game start demo flag, turns on the special game execution flag, and proceeds to step 1613. If No in step 1608, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines in step 1612 whether or not the special game execution flag is on. If Yes in step 1612, the process proceeds to step 1613.

Next, in step 1613, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, in other words, whether or not it is just before the start of each round. In the case of Yes in step 1613, that is, immediately before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, the CPUMC of the main control board M has an opening pattern of the round (for example, an opening pattern that keeps opening, a pattern that opens and closes). ) Is set. Next, in step 1616, the CPUMC of the main control board M clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, in step 1618, the special game execution means MP33 turns on the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1620, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first large winning opening electric accessory C11d of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening electric accessory C21d of the second large winning opening C20). 1st prize opening C10 (or 2nd prize opening C20) is opened, a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) is set in the special game timer MP34t (particularly the opening time timer), and the step is started. Move to 1622. On the other hand, if No in step 1613, that is, if the big winning opening is open, the process proceeds to step 1622 without performing the processes of steps 1614 to 1620.

Next, in step 1622, the CPUMC of the main control board M transmits a game state command (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning games balls, etc.) related to the current special game to the sub-main control unit SM side. It is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process in step 1930). Next, in step 1624, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and in the round, a predetermined number (for example, 10) is applied to the first winning opening C10 (or the second winning opening C20). It is determined whether or not there is a winning ball (ball). If Yes in step 1624, the process proceeds to step 1628. On the other hand, if No in step 1624, in step 1626, the CPUMC of the main control board M refers to the special gaming timer MP34t (particularly the opening time timer) for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to the opening of the large winning opening. Determines whether or not has passed. In the case of Yes in step 1626, the process proceeds to step 1628. If No in step 1626, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1910).

Next, in step 1628, the CPUMC of the main control board M is the first large winning opening electric accessory C11d of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening electric accessory C21d of the second large winning opening C20). 1st big winning opening C10 (or 2nd big winning opening C20) is closed. Next, in step 1630, the CPUMC of the main control board M resets the special gaming timer MP34t (particularly the open time timer). Next, in step 1632, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the round continuation flag. Next, in step 1633, the CPUMC of the main control board M adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter (not shown) in the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1634, the CPUMC of the main control board M determines whether or not the final round is completed (for example, the counter value of the round number counter (not shown) in the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b is the maximum number of rounds. Whether or not it exceeds) is determined. In the case of Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns off the special game execution flag. Next, in step 1638, the CPUMC of the main control board M sends information to the effect that the special game is ended (special game end display instruction command) to the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM side. Set (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM side in the control command transmission process in step 1930). Then, in step 1650, the CPUMC of the main control board M executes the game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1910). Even if No in step 1609, step 1612, or step 1634, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 1910).

Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game, which relates to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, in step 1652, in the CPUMC of the main control board M, the stop symbol is a probabilistic jackpot symbol (a jackpot in which the gaming state after the jackpot ends shifts to a probability fluctuation state, and in this example, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, ... 6A, 6B, 7A, 7B) is determined. In the case of Yes in step 1652, in step 1653, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the main game probability change flag. Next, in step 1654, the CPUMC of the main control board M is a jackpot in which the stop symbol is a probability variation time-short jackpot symbol (the gaming state after the jackpot ends is a probability-variable gaming state and a time-shortening gaming state. It is determined whether or not it is 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B). If Yes in step 1654, the process proceeds to step 1656. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1652 (the game state after the end of the big hit is a big hit that shifts to the non-probability variable gaming state, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B in this example), in step 1655, the main control board M. In the CPUMC, whether or not the stop symbol is a non-probability non-time saving jackpot symbol (a jackpot in which the gaming state after the jackpot ends shifts to a non-probability fluctuation state and a time-shortening gaming state, 3A / 3B in this example). To judge. In the case of Yes in step 1655, in step 1656, the CPUMC of the main control board M sets the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c to a predetermined number of times (50 times in this example), and proceeds to step 1658. Next, in step 1658 and step 1660, the CPUMC of the main control board M turns on the main game time reduction flag and the auxiliary game time reduction flag, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1910). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1654 {The stop symbol is a symbol related to a jackpot in which the gaming state after the end of the jackpot shifts to a probability-variable gaming state and a non-time shortening gaming state (sometimes referred to as a probabilistic non-time saving jackpot). Yes, in this example, if 6A / 6B / 4A / 4B} or No in step 1655 {the stop symbol shifts the gaming state after the end of the big hit to a non-probability variable gaming state and a non-time shortening gaming state. It is a symbol related to a big hit (sometimes referred to as a non-probability non-time saving big hit), and in this example, 2A / 2B} also shifts to the next process (process in step 1910).

Next, the control process executed on the sub-main control unit SM side will be described with reference to FIGS. 17 to 29. First, FIG. 17 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly, the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 3D is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side that is executed after a reset such as when the power is turned on to the gaming machine. That is, when the power is turned on to the gaming machine, in step 2002, the sub-main control unit SM executes initial processing based on the information received from the main side (main control board M side) (for example, RAM clear information). When received → Initialize the RAM on the sub side, when various information commands are received → Reset the effect-related information at the time of power failure to the RAM on the sub side). After that, the process shifts to the loop processing in which the iterative processing routine (f) of the sub-main control unit SM is repeatedly executed. Here, when (f) is executed, first, in step 2100, the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM performs the hold information management process described later, as shown in the process of FIG. To execute. Next, in step 2300, the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes the decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 2400, the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes the decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2500, the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes the special game-related display control process described later. Next, in step 2600, the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM executes the display command transmission control process (transmits the command set by these series of subroutines to the sub-sub control unit SS side), and this End the iterative processing routine.

As described above, the sub-main control unit SM adopts a form in which the sub-main side routines (S2100 to S2600) are looped after being reset. Further, the process of FIG. 3E is an interrupt process of the sub-main control unit SM, and the signal from the STB signal line in the main control board M described above is one terminal of the CPU of the sub-main control unit SM (in this example). , NMI terminal), this is the processing flow (e). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub-main control unit SM (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 2004, the sub-main control unit SM uses the command input port from the main control board M side (when the STB signal line is turned on). Check the input port of the data signal line mentioned above). Then, in step 2006, the sub-main control unit SM has a command transmitted from the main control board M side to the RAM (for example, the main side information temporary storage means SM11b) on the sub-main control unit SM side based on the confirmation result. Is temporarily stored and returns to the processing that was being executed immediately before this interrupt processing.

Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of the pending information management process according to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, whether or not the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has received a command related to the occurrence of a new hold (hold information related to the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol) from the main control board M side. Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2104, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is set to the drawing hold counter (in this example, a maximum of 4 for the first main game and a maximum of 4 for the second main game). 1 ”is added. Next, in step 2106, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S issues a command related to the new hold success / failure result and the stop symbol information transmitted from the main control board M side to the drawing hold information temporary storage area (sub-control board S). Temporarily store in the area for temporarily storing information related to the hold on the side). Next, in step 2108, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S loads the hold information (particularly, the variable mode group, the variable mode random number delimited information, etc.) based on the hold generation command transmitted from the main control board M side. Figure Temporarily stores the pending information in the temporary storage area. If the information related to the result, the stop symbol, the variation mode group, and the variation mode random number delimiter information is not transmitted from the main control board M side, the information is reserved information in step 2106 or step 2108. It will not be temporarily stored in the temporary storage area. Next, in step 2109, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the new hold is a hold on the first main game side. In the case of Yes in step 2109, in step 2150, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a pre-reading determination process at the time of winning, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 2110. Next, in step 2110, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the information indicating that the new hold is a trigger hold is added to the new hold, in other words, whether or not the new hold is a trigger hold. Is determined. In the present embodiment, the hold that has won the look-ahead lottery is configured to have information that the trigger hold is added, and is added in the process of step 2170. In the case of Yes in step 2110, in step 2250, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the look-ahead effect content determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2120. In addition, in the case of No in step 2109 (when the new hold is the hold of the second main game side) or in the case of No in step 2110, the process proceeds to step 2120.

On the other hand, if No in step 2102, in step 2111, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol variation display start instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2111, in step 2112, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S subtracts “1” from the counter value of the drawing hold counter. Next, in step 2114, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S temporarily stores the reserved information related to the symbol variation (particularly, the hit / fail result, the stopped symbol information, the variable mode group, and the variable mode random number delimited information). Remove from the area and shift the remaining pending information. Next, in step 2115, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not a trigger hold has newly occurred, in other words, a look-ahead lottery at the time of the change stop executed at the time of the symbol change stop immediately before the hold digestion timing. It is determined whether or not a new trigger hold has occurred due to the winning. In the case of Yes in step 2115, in step 2250, the look-ahead effect content determination process described later is executed, and the process proceeds to step 25116. On the other hand, if No in step 2115, the process proceeds to step 2116 without executing the process of step 2250. Next, in step 2116, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 2120. Even if No in step 2111, the process proceeds to step 2120.

Next, in step 2120, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is displayed on the effect display device SG (particularly, the first hold display unit SG12 and the second hold display unit SG13) with the same number of hold display images as the drawing hold counter value. Is lit and displayed in the hold display mode (the hold display mode is white when the hold display mode does not change), and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2300). It should be noted that the hold in which the hold display mode is white is a hold that is not a trigger hold and a hold that is determined by the effect type described later without any change.

Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the pre-reading determination process at the time of winning according to the subroutine of step 2150 in FIG. First, in step 2152, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not there is a hold on the second main game side within the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2152, in step 2154, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the current gaming state is in the time-reduced gaming. In the case of Yes in step 2154, in step 2156, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not there is a hold that is a big hit in the hold that is digested before the new hold. In the case of Yes in step 2156, in step 2158, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether all the holds that are digested before the new hold is digested are group 1 holds. In the case of Yes in step 2158, in step 2162, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the new hold is a hold of group 3. In the case of Yes in step 2162, in step 2163, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a pre-reading effect at the time of winning with a predetermined probability A (for example, 1/3), and proceeds to step 2168. It should be noted that the predetermined probability A does not have to be 1/3, and by changing the predetermined probability A, it is possible to adjust the degree of expectation of a big hit by the symbol change that triggers the execution of the look-ahead effect. On the other hand, if No in step 2162, in step 2164, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the new hold is a hold of group 2. In the case of Yes in step 2164, in step 2166, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a pre-reading lottery for winning with a predetermined probability B (a probability lower than the predetermined probability A described above, for example, 1/40). Then, the process proceeds to step 2168. As described above, the probability of winning is relatively higher when the new hold is a hold of group 3 than when the new hold is a hold of group 2. Further, in the present embodiment, when the newly generated hold is the hold of Group 1, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning is not executed for the newly generated hold. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to this, and the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning may be executed even for the hold of the group 1, and in that case, the probability of winning the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning is group 3> group 2> group. It may be configured to be 1. On the other hand, if No in step 2164 (that is, the new hold is a hold of group 1), the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2110) without executing the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning.

Next, in step 2168, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the winning look-ahead lottery executed in step 2163 or step 2166 has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2168, in step 2170, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S adds information to the effect that it is "trigger hold" to the hold information of the new hold won in the executed winning look-ahead lottery, and the sub-control Temporarily stored in the RAM area of the board S, and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2110). Here, the trigger hold is a hold that has been won in the look-ahead lottery at the time of winning or the look-ahead lottery at the time of suspension of fluctuation, and is a hold that triggers the look-ahead effect described later. If No in step 2152, in other words, if there is a hold on the second main game side in the hold, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is "trigger hold" from the hold information temporarily stored in step 2172. The information indicating that the above is deleted is deleted, and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2110).

As described above, in the present embodiment, in the non-time reduction game state, only the hold related to the first main game can be the trigger hold related to the look-ahead effect, but this is just an example. The hold related to the first main game side that occurred during the non-time reduction game state may also be a trigger hold, or the hold of the first main game side during the time reduction game. (Or the hold on the second main game side) may be configured to be the trigger hold in the look-ahead effect. In addition, if the hold that is digested before the newly created hold is not a big hit hold and all are group 1 holds, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning is executed. It is not limited, and even if there is a hold that is a big hit in the hold that is digested before the newly created hold, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning may be executed, in which case the profit is relative to the player. In the case of a low jackpot (for example, a jackpot that is an 8R jackpot and the gaming state after the end of the special game is a non-probability variable gaming state), or a newly generated hold than the jackpot executed earlier. If the jackpot is a relatively profitable jackpot (the number of execution rounds is large, etc.), the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning may be executed. In this example, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning is executed only for the hold of the group 2 and the group 3, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the configuration may be executed in all the groups. In that case, the winning probability of the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning of Group 1 may be the lowest probability (for example, 1/80). Further, if there is no "trigger hold" in the hold that is consumed before the new hold, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning may be executed.

Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the look-ahead effect content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2250 in FIG. First, in step 2252, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S refers to the look-ahead effect type determination table, and determines the look-ahead effect type by lottery. Here, the upper right corner of the figure is an example of a look-ahead effect type determination table, and the look-ahead effect in this embodiment is divided into three effect types, effect type A, effect type B, and effect type C. The content determines the look-ahead effect to be executed. It should be noted that each effect type is configured to be drawn evenly, but the lottery is not limited to this, and for example, the selection rate of the effect type is determined according to the degree of expectation that a big hit will occur due to the fluctuation related to the look-ahead effect. May be configured to change (when the big hit expectation is high, the effect type C is easily selected, etc.).

Next, in step 2254, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S predetermines the winning / failing result of the trigger hold based on the game state and the hold information (win / miss lottery random number, etc.). Next, in step 2256, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines, based on the preliminary determination result, whether or not the trigger hold that triggers the look-ahead effect is a hold that is a big hit. In the case of Yes in step 2256, in step 2258, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S draws a hold display mode of trigger hold by referring to the table for the jackpot of the hold display mode determination table based on the determined look-ahead effect type. To step 2268. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2256, in step 2260, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S refers to the table for when the hold display mode determination table is lost based on the determined look-ahead effect type, and the trigger hold hold display mode. Is determined by lottery, and the process proceeds to step 2268.

Here, the lower right part of the figure is an example of the hold display mode determination table, and in the present embodiment, the hold display mode is determined by a random number. Further, when there is no hold change, the hold display mode is displayed in white regardless of the random number value. The rainbow color is configured to be selected only on hold for a jackpot.

Next, in step 2268, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the determined look-ahead effect type is a look-ahead effect type (in this example, effect type B and effect type C) for executing the background effect. do. In the case of Yes in step 2268, in step 2270, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the background effect execution flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2120). Even if No in step 2268, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2120).

Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol content determination permission flag. Next, in step 2306, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is a stop symbol of the decorative symbol based on the symbol information (stop symbol / variation mode related to the main game symbol) temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. For example, if the stop symbol related to the main game symbol is a big hit symbol, it is doublet such as "7, 7, 7", and if it is a lost symbol, it is a random number such as "1, 3, 5"}. And the variation mode {for example, when the variation mode related to the main game symbol is short-term variation, non-reach, when it is long-term variation, normal reach, super reach, etc.} is determined and the RAM of the sub-control board S is determined. Temporarily store in the area.

Next, in step 2350, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the effect content determination process described later. Next, in step 2308, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol content determination flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2400). Even if No in step 2302, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2400).

Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the effect content determination process according to the subroutine of step 2350 in FIG. First, in step 2352, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the background effect execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2352, in step 2354, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the effect content based on the variation mode of the main game symbol. Next, in step 2356, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command to display "background for non-look-ahead" as the background effect during the change (in the display command transmission control process of step 2600, the sub-sub control unit. (Sent to the SS side) and move to the next process (2308 process in step). Here, the "background for non-look-ahead" is displayed when the look-ahead effect is not executed or when the look-ahead effect is executed but "no background effect" is determined by lottery in step 2252. It is a background production to be done.

Here, the lower right part of the figure is a background effect display image diagram. As shown in the same image, the non-look-ahead background is the daytime background, and the look-ahead-only background is the night (displayed as "look-ahead zone"), which is reserved for the player. It is configured to be able to notify whether or not a trigger hold exists within. In the present embodiment, the background for pre-reading is displayed when the background effect execution flag is on, and the background for non-look-ahead is displayed when the background effect execution flag is off.

If No in step 2352, in step 2358, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the fluctuation is related to trigger hold. In the case of Yes in step 2358, in step 2360, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines the effect content (for example, story effect) dedicated to the trigger hold digestion based on the variation mode of the main game symbol. Next, in step 2362, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the background effect execution flag, and proceeds to step 2368.

On the other hand, if No in step 2358, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S in step 2364 has an effect content dedicated to before the trigger hold digestion (for example, an effect of displaying a countdown until the trigger hold digestion, etc.) based on the variation mode of the main game symbol. ) Is determined, and the process proceeds to step 2368 (hereinafter, the effect of displaying the countdown until the trigger hold digestion may be referred to as the countdown effect).

Next, in step 2368, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command to display the "pre-reading-only background" as the background effect during the change (in the display command transmission control process of step 2600, the sub-sub control unit SS. (Sent to the side) and move to the next process (process of step 2308).

In the present embodiment, the effect content dedicated to the trigger hold digestion and the effect content dedicated to the trigger hold pre-digestion are different, but the effect is not limited to this, and the same effect content may be used. Further, in the fluctuation related to the trigger hold, both the effect content dedicated to the trigger hold before digestion and the effect content dedicated to the trigger hold digestion may be executed.

Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. If Yes in step 2402, in step 2404, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol content determination flag. Next, in step 2406, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the symbol changing flag. Next, in step 2409, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S starts the map variation time management timer SM21t, and shifts to step 2410. Even if No in step 2402, the process proceeds to step 2410.

Next, in step 2410, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2410, in step 2411, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S confirms the timer value of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2412, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has reached the variation start timing of the decorative symbol based on the variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. Judge whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2412, in step 2414, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a variation display command of the decorative symbol (transmitted to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process of step 2600). , Step 2424.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2412, in step 2416, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a decorative symbol based on the pattern variation time management timer SM21t and the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S. It is determined whether or not the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2416, in step 2418, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a stop display command (temporary stop display command) of the decorative symbol (in the display command transmission control process of step 2600, the sub-sub control unit SS side. Is sent to), and the process proceeds to step 2424.

On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2416, in step 2420, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a preview image or a notice image based on the variation mode temporarily stored in the RAM area of the drawing variation time management timer SM21t and the sub-control board S. It is determined whether or not the display timing of the reach image has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2420, in step 2422, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets an image display command related to the preview image and the reach image (in the display command transmission control process of step 2600, the sub-sub control unit SS side is set. (Sent), and the process proceeds to step 2424. Even if No in step 2420, the process proceeds to step 2424.

Next, in step 2424, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, receives information from the main control board M side that the main game symbol is stopped and displayed). Judge whether or not it was done). In the case of Yes in step 2424, in step 2426, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a stop display command (confirmed display command) for the decorative symbol (transmits to the sub-sub control unit SS side in the display command transmission control process in step 2600). Will be). Next, in step 2428, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the stopped main game symbol is the first main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 2428, in step 2450, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the fluctuation stop time look-ahead determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2432. Even if No in step 2428, the process proceeds to step 2432. Next, in step 2432, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer SM21t. Next, in step 2434, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the symbol changing flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2500). Even if No in step 2410 or 2424, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2500). As described above, in the present embodiment, the pre-reading lottery at the time of variable stop can be executed only when the first main game symbol is stopped, but the pre-reading lottery at the time of variable stop is also performed when the second main game symbol is stopped. It may be configured to be feasible. In such a configuration, when the number of holdings on the second main game side is larger than the remaining number of times in the time reduction game state (counter value of the time reduction number counter MP52c), or the remaining number of times in the limited frequency state (specific). When the main game symbol of is stopped and displayed, a state in which the type and / or selection rate of the variation mode of the main game symbol is different from that before the specific main game symbol is stopped and displayed is referred to as a limited frequency state. If the number of holds on the second main game side is larger than that of), the hold scheduled to be digested after the time-reduced gaming state ends, or the hold scheduled to be digested after the limited frequency state ends. Do not execute the look-ahead lottery when the fluctuation is stopped, in other words, the look-ahead effect is not executed from the time-shortened gaming state to the non-time-saving gaming state, or the look-ahead effect is not executed from the limited frequency state to the non-limited frequency state. It may be configured as. Specifically, when the time-reduced game state ends with the remaining three symbol fluctuations, and there are four holds on the second main game side, the second main game side in the final digestion order For the hold, the look-ahead lottery when the change is stopped is not executed, but when the time reduction game state ends with the remaining three symbol changes, if there are two holds on the second main game side, the final It may be configured so that the look-ahead lottery at the time of variable stop can be executed for the hold on the second main game side in the digestion order of. Further, when the number of holdings on the second main game side is larger than the remaining number of times in the time reduction game state (counter value of the time reduction number counter MP52c), or when the number of holdings on the second main game side is larger than the remaining number of times in the limited frequency state, the second main game side When the number of holds is large, it may be configured not to execute the look-ahead lottery at the time of variable stop for all the existing holds. It should be noted that the above configuration is not limited to the pre-reading lottery at the time of suspension of fluctuation, and is also applicable to the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning.

Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the look-ahead determination process when the fluctuation is stopped, which is related to the subroutine of step 2450 in FIG. 23. First, next, in step 2452, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not there is a hold on the second main game side in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2452, in step 2453, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the current gaming state is the time-reduced gaming state. In the present embodiment, the pre-reading lottery when the fluctuation is stopped is not executed in the final symbol change (the symbol change at which the time shortened game state ends) in the time shortened game state. By configuring in this way, for example, the symbol change is executed 50 times after the end of the special game, the time-reduced game state is changed to the non-time-reduced game state, and the game occurs before the time-reduced game state is changed. If there are three holds on the first main game side and there are no holds on the second main game side, the first main game newly generated in the non-time shortened game state. It will be possible to execute a pre-reading lottery at the time of winning for the hold on the side, and the symbol related to the hold on the first main game side that occurred before the transition to the time reduction game state, which is the 51st time after the end of the special game. In the case of fluctuation, the look-ahead lottery when the fluctuation is stopped can be executed. In the case of Yes in step 2453, in step 2456, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not there is a hold having information that is a trigger hold in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2456, in step 2458, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not there is a hold of group 3 in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2458, in step 2460, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a predetermined probability (for example, 1/3) with respect to the hold of the earliest digestion order among the hold of the group 3 existing in the hold. ) Is executed, a look-ahead lottery at the time of suspension of fluctuation (a lottery in which a trigger hold occurs by winning) is executed. In addition, the predetermined probability of winning the pre-reading lottery at the time of variable stop does not have to be 1/3, and by changing the predetermined probability, the expectation that the trigger hold won in the pre-reading lottery at the time of variable stop will be a big hit is adjusted. It becomes possible to do.

Next, in step 2462, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the pre-reading lottery at the time of variable stop executed in step 2460 has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2462, in step 2464, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S adds information to the effect that the hold is "trigger hold" to the hold won in the pre-reading lottery when the fluctuation is stopped, and the next process (step 2432). Process). Even if No in step 2452, step 2453, step 2456, step 2458, or step 2462, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2432).

With this configuration, it is the case that there is no hold on the second main game side in the hold and the time is not shortened, and the first digestion is performed on condition that there is no "trigger hold" in the hold. It is possible to configure the look-ahead lottery at the time of suspension of fluctuation to be executed for the hold of the group 3 to be held. The configuration of this example is not limited to this, and the pre-reading lottery at the time of variable stop may be executed in the time-reduced gaming state, or even when the trigger hold exists in the hold, the pre-reading at the time of variable stop may be executed. The lottery may be executed. Further, the hold for which the variable read-ahead lottery is executed is not limited to the hold of group 3, and the variable read-ahead lottery may be executed for the hold of group 1 or group 2. In this case, the winning probability may be configured to be, for example, group 1 ≦ group 2 ≦ group 3. Further, the timing of executing the look-ahead lottery is not limited to the time when the fluctuation is stopped, and the symbol fluctuation is started, during the symbol fluctuation, or the player's sub-input button (not shown, but by operating the effect display device SG). It may be performed at the timing of the operation of the operation member) connected to the sub-control board S, which may change the execution mode of the effect controlled by the sub-control board S.

Next, FIG. 25 is an example of a look-ahead effect image diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. First, as shown in the upper part, in this image diagram, the normal hold (hold of group 1 or group 2 that is not a trigger hold) is "●", and the hold of group 3 (from the player, it is the same mode as the normal hold) to distinguish them. (Cannot) indicates "○", and trigger hold indicates "☆". First, in (a), there are three normal holds on the first main game side. The background effect is a daytime background, which is a non-look-ahead background (displayed when the look-ahead effect is not executed). After that, in (b), since the newly generated hold due to the winning of the first main game start opening A10 is the holding of the group 3, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning is executed. However, since the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning was not won, the trigger hold does not occur and the pre-reading effect is not executed, and the display mode and background of the hold do not change. Next, in (c), when the symbol change is completed, the look-ahead lottery when the change is stopped is executed for the hold of the group 3 (the hold of the fourth digestion order), but the look-ahead lottery when the change is stopped is won. Since it did not, the trigger hold does not occur and the look-ahead effect is not executed. Next, in (d), the next change is started, another new hold is generated in the middle of the symbol change, and the newly generated hold is the hold of group 1 and is previously digested. Since there is a hold of group 3 (holds other than group 1) in, the look-ahead lottery at the time of winning is not executed for the new hold.

Next, in (e), when the symbol change is completed, the look-ahead lottery when the change is stopped is executed for the hold of the group 3 (the hold of the third digestion order), but the look-ahead lottery when the change is stopped is won. Since it did not occur, the trigger hold does not occur and the look-ahead effect is not executed. Next, in (f), the next change is started, another new hold occurs in the middle of the symbol change, and the new hold is a group 3 hold, but the hold (fourth digestion). For the hold to be held), the look-ahead lottery at the time of winning is not executed (because the hold of group 3 exists in the hold to be digested first). Next, in (g), when the symbol change is completed, the change stop look-ahead lottery is executed for the hold of the group 3 to be digested first (the hold to be digested second), and the change stop look-ahead lottery is performed. By winning, the hold display mode changes (the hold display mode and the background effect change by determining the effect type C). After that, in (h), the next variation is started, and based on the determined effect content (effect type C), a night background, which is a background dedicated to pre-reading, and a countdown effect are executed as the look-ahead effect.

In this way, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning is a hold that can be a trigger hold (for example, group 2, under the situation that there is no hold related to the jackpot and all the holds are group 1 in the hold that is digested before the new hold. And group 3 hold). On the other hand, the look-ahead lottery at the time of fluctuation stop is only for the hold that is digested first among the holds with relatively high expectation of big hit (for example, the hold of group 3) in the situation where the trigger hold does not exist. It will be executed. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to this, and a look-ahead lottery at the time of suspension of fluctuation may be executed even for the hold of group 2 or group 1. In addition, the configuration is such that the look-ahead lottery at the time of winning is executed only when all the holds that are digested before the newly created hold are in Group 1, but this is not limited to this, and the holds are digested before the newly created hold. Even if there is a hold of group 2 or group 3 in the hold, the pre-reading effect at the time of winning may be executed (on the other hand, if the trigger hold already exists, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning is not executed).

Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the special game-related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the special gaming flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2503, the CPUSC of the sub control board S determines whether or not the special game start demo command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2503, in step 2550, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes the special game pre-reading determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2504. Even if No in step 2503, the process proceeds to step 2504. Next, in step 2504, the CPU SC of the sub control board S determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2504, in step 2512, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the special gaming flag. Next, in step 2514, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command related to the jackpot start display, and proceeds to step 2516. On the other hand, even if No in step 2502, the process proceeds to step 2516.

Next, in step 2516, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sequentially displays the number of rounds and the number of winnings on the effect display device SG based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main control board M side (game). It may be executed as needed based on the nature and the type of jackpot.) Set the command. Next, in step 2520, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a hold inner consecutive villa flag (a flag that is turned on in step 2566, and if it is on, a flag that executes the hold inner consecutive villa effect). Determine if it is on. In the case of Yes in step 2520, in step 2522, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is a display for displaying the continuous villa effect in the hold (a display notifying that a hold that becomes a big hit exists in the hold, and is displayed for, for example, 5 seconds. ) Is set. In addition, in this embodiment, the hold inner consecutive villa production is configured to be executed at the start timing of the special game, but the present invention is not limited to this, and is executed in the middle round (for example, 4R) of the special game. It may be configured to be executed at the timing when all rounds of the special game are completed. Next, in step 2523, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the pending in-house consecutive villa flag, and proceeds to step 2526. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2520, that is, when the pending in-house consecutive villa flag is off, in step 2524, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S sets a command related to the jackpot progress display, and proceeds to step 2526. .. Next, in step 2526, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the special game end display instruction command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2526, in step 2528, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S displays the jackpot end on the effect display device SG (displays appropriately based on the type of jackpot). Next, in step 2530, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns off the special gaming flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2600). Even if No in step 2504 or step 2526, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2600).

Next, FIG. 27 is a table showing an example of a list of special game start demo commands in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. First, the special game start demo command is issued from the main control board M side to the sub control board S in the process of step 1607 at the start of the special game start demo time (when the special game transition permission flag is turned on → off). It is a command to be transmitted to the side, and is a command to transmit information related to the jackpot to be started. As shown in the table, the information included in the command is the game state at the time of winning the jackpot (note that the probability change time reduction in the table means that the game state is a probability-variable game state and a time-shortened game state, and the probability change is not possible. The time reduction means a game state in which the game state is a probability-variable gaming state and a non-probability shortening game state, the non-probability variation time reduction means a non-probability variation game state and a time-reduced gaming state, and the non-probability variation non-time reduction means a game. The state is a non-probability variable gaming state and a non-time shortened gaming state), the number of rounds executed during the jackpot, and the gaming state after the jackpot ends (probability variation time reduction, probability variation non-time reduction, non-probability variation time reduction, non-probability variation time reduction, non-probability variation time reduction). Probability change non-time saving). In addition, when the number of rounds executed during the big hit is 16R, which is the maximum number of rounds, it is configured to shift to the probability fluctuation gaming state after the big hit ends, but it is not limited to this, and the non-probability after the big hit ends. It may be configured so that it can shift to a variable gaming state. Further, as information for determining whether or not the jackpot is a jackpot for executing a look-ahead lottery, it may be configured to be determined based on a command transmitted from the main control board M side at the start of symbol variation.

As described above, the sub-control board S side receives the special game start demo command transmitted from the main control board M side, so that the game state at the time of winning the big hit, the number of rounds executed during the big hit, and the number of rounds executed during the big hit, and By configuring the configuration so that information regarding the game state after the end of the big hit can be received, it is possible to determine whether or not to execute the pending in-house consecutive villa effect described later. More specifically, the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot is the probability-variable gaming state and the time-shortening gaming state, the number of execution rounds is 16R, which is the maximum round, and the gaming state after the jackpot ends is the probability-variable gaming state and the time. In the case of a shortened game state (that is, when the sub-control board S side receives the special game start demo command of No. 1), when there is a hold in which the number of execution rounds is the maximum round, which is a big hit. As long as the lottery process for the production of the consecutive villas in the holding is executed, and if the lottery is won, the production of the consecutive villas in the holding will be executed. The game is not limited to this, and for example, when the sub-control board S side receives the special game start demo command of No. 3, that is, the game state at the time of winning the big hit is a non-probability variable game state and a time-shortened game state. Similarly, even when the gaming state after the end of the jackpot is a probability-variable gaming state and a time-reduced gaming state, if there is a hold that is a jackpot with the maximum number of execution rounds in the hold, the hold internal chain is held. When the lottery for executing the villa effect is executed and the lottery is won, the villa effect may be configured to be executed, or a special game start demo command (or a combination thereof) related to other numbers is received. In some cases, it may be configured to be able to execute the pending in-house consecutive villa effect.

Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the special game pre-reading determination process according to the subroutine of step 2550 in FIG. 26. First, in step 2552, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S receives information related to the special game start demo command received from the main control board M side (for example, the number of rounds, the game state at the start of the big hit, and the game state that shifts after the big hit ends. Etc.). Next, in step 2553, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the gaming state at the start of the big hit is the probability-variable gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2553, in step 2554, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a jackpot with a maximum number of rounds (a jackpot in which the maximum number of rounds is executed during the jackpot). In this example, it is determined whether or not it is a 16R jackpot). In the case of Yes in step 2554, in step 2556, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the gaming state after the end of the maximum number of rounds jackpot is a probability-variable gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2556, in step 2558, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not a hold that becomes a big hit exists in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2558, in step 2560, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S has a hold in which the jackpot to be digested first is the maximum number of rounds jackpot (16R jackpot in this example). It is determined whether or not it is.

In the case of Yes in step 2560, in step 2562, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes a pending in-house consecutive villa effect execution lottery that is won with a predetermined probability (for example, 1/3). Next, in step 2564, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the hold inner consecutive villa effect execution lottery has been won. In the case of Yes in step 2564, in step 2566, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S turns on the pending in-house consecutive villa flag and shifts to the next process (process of step 2504). Even if No in step 2553, step 2554, step 2556, step 2558, step 2560, or step 2564, the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2504). With the above configuration, following the big hit that is highly profitable for the player who can get a large amount of balls (the maximum number of rounds that the probability fluctuation game state continues), the jackpot that is even more profitable in the existing hold When (maximum number of rounds big hit) exists, the player's uplifting feeling is amplified by notifying that the big hit exists in the hold during the running big hit (at the start of the big hit in this example). can do. The game state at the start of the big hit is the probability fluctuation game state, (2) the big hit to be executed is the maximum number of rounds big hit, (3) the game state after the maximum number of rounds big hit is the probability fluctuation game state, (4) the big hit in the hold. There is a hold that becomes, (5) Of the hold that becomes a big hit, the big hit related to the hold that is digested first is the maximum number of rounds big hit. Configured, but not limited to this.

For example, in the requirement (1), the requirement may be satisfied only in the case of the probability fluctuation gaming state and the time shortening gaming state, or the configuration does not require which of the gaming states at the start of the big hit. You can also. Further, it may be a requirement that one of the jackpots to be executed and the jackpot existing in the hold is the maximum number of rounds jackpot, and the number of execution rounds may not be a requirement. Further, it may be a requirement that the gaming state after the end of the big hit existing in the hold is the probability-variable gaming state. Further, the requirement may be satisfied only when the gaming state after the end of the maximum number of rounds jackpot is a probability-variable gaming state and a time-shortening gaming state, or the gaming state after the end of the jackpot is not a requirement. You can also. Further, the timing of executing the hold-in-ream villa effect is not limited to the start of the big hit, and may be configured to notify when the fluctuation of the symbol fluctuation is stopped or when the player's sub-input button (not shown) is operated. Further, if the sub-control board S side does not normally receive the command related to the look-ahead (command required to execute the look-ahead lottery, etc.) or the command related to the number of holds sent from the main control board M, the hold internal chain is connected. It may be configured not to execute the villa production.

Next, FIG. 29 is an example of a reserved inner consecutive villa production image diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. First, as shown in the upper part, in this image diagram, the normal hold (hold of group 1 or group 2 that is not the trigger hold) is "●", and "☆" is the hold related to the maximum number of rounds. First, in (a), in the probability-variable gaming state, the maximum number of rounds in which the gaming state after the end of the jackpot becomes the probability-variable gaming state. Stopping the symbol change related to. The symbol stops. Next, in (b), the maximum number of rounds jackpot is started, and as a hold in-house consecutive villa effect, it is notified that there is a hold that becomes the maximum number of rounds jackpot in the currently existing hold (for example, the effect display device). "Get Renso !!" is displayed on the SG). Next, in (c), all the rounds in the special game are executed, and the special game ends. Next, in (d), the game state shifts to the probability-variable game state as the game state after the end of the special game. After that, in (e), the stop symbol of the symbol change related to the hold that becomes the maximum number of rounds jackpot is stopped, and then the special game related to the hold that becomes the maximum number of rounds jackpot is started.

With the above configuration, if the probability fluctuation game state continues and the player who has a maximum number of rounds big hits in a row in the hold meets the very high profit requirement, the hold in-house consecutive villa. By notifying that a large amount of balls can be obtained by the production, it is possible to inspire the player's uplifting feeling.

In the present embodiment, the lottery related to the look-ahead effect for the hold during the symbol change can be executed a plurality of times at the time of winning and when the change is stopped, and further, the big hit in the hold that exists even during the execution of the special game. By configuring the look-ahead effect to be executable, the player's expectation can be maintained by executing the look-ahead effect at various timings.

(Second Embodiment)
In the present embodiment, it is configured to have various configurations related to the look-ahead effect such as the execution timing of the lottery process related to the look-ahead effect and the execution timing of the look-ahead effect, but the configuration related to the look-ahead effect has a different configuration from the present embodiment. You may. Therefore, a new configuration regarding the look-ahead effect will be described in detail below as the second embodiment only in the difference from the present embodiment.

First, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. 4 in the second embodiment. First, the difference from the present embodiment is step 1321 (second) and step 1341 (second), the purpose of which is that a new hold has occurred on the first main game side and the second main game side. In this case, the information relating to the number of holds after the occurrence of a new hold is transmitted from the main control board M side to the sub control board S side. That is, in step 1320, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is a command related to a new hold generation (a command to the sub-control board S side, a hold generation command of the first main game content determination random number, and variation mode random number delimiter information. In step 1321 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is a first increment hold number command (a command to the sub-control board S side, and is a command to the sub-control board S side, after a new hold has occurred. The command related to the number of holds) is set, and the process proceeds to step 1322. Further, in step 1340, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is a command related to a new hold generation (a command to the sub-control board S side, a hold generation command of the second main game content determination random number, and variation mode random number delimiter information. In step 1341 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is a second increment hold number command (a command to the sub-control board S side, and is a command to the sub-control board S side, after a new hold has occurred. The command related to the number of holds) is set, and the process proceeds to the next process (process of step 1400). With the above configuration, on the first main game side and the second main game side, the first (second) increment hold number command related to the hold number information after a new hold occurs can be executed on the main control board. It can be transmitted from the M side to the sub control board S side. When normal information processing is performed, the information related to the number of holds added by 1 to the number of holds before the occurrence of the hold is included in the first (second) increment command. In other words, the main control board M side is configured to transmit information to the effect that a new hold has occurred and the number of holds has been added by 1 and information related to the stored number of holds to the sub control board S side. Has been done.

Next, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 (second) in FIG. 4 in the second embodiment. First, in step 1401-1, the CPUMC of the main control board M confirms whether or not the hold of the first main game symbol exists. In the case of Yes in step 1401-1, in step 1400 (2), the CPUMC of the main control board M executes the second main game symbol display process described later, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 1500). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401-1, in step 1400 (1), the CPU MC of the main control board M executes the first main game symbol display process described later, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1500). do.

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

Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. 31 in the second embodiment. First, the difference from the present embodiment is step 1408 (second), the purpose of which is to digest the hold on the first main game side and the second main game side (new variation has started). ), The information relating to the number of holds after the start of the new fluctuation is transmitted from the main control board M side to the sub control board S side. That is, in step 1406, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S deletes the read main game side random number from the hold information and shifts (holds digestion) the remaining hold information, and then in step 1408 (second), the sub The CPUSC of the control board S sets the first (second) decrement hold number command (command to the sub-control board S side and is related to the hold number after hold digestion), and proceeds to step 1410-1. .. Here, the first (second) decrement hold number command is a command related to the number of holds after subtraction related to the remaining hold information from which the hold information has been deleted in step 1406. In other words, the information that the hold has been exhausted and the hold number has been decremented by 1 and the information related to the stored hold number are configured to be transmitted from the main control board M side to the sub control board S side. ing.

Next, FIG. 33 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly, the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. First, the difference from the present embodiment is step 2050 (second), the purpose of which is information related to the number of holds received from the main control board M side {for example, the first (second) increment hold number command. , And the first (second) decrement hold count command}, and execute error handling. That is, in step 2050 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S proceeds to step 2100 after executing the hold number determination process described later.

Next, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the hold number determination process according to the subroutine of step 2050 (second) in FIG. 33 in the second embodiment. First, in step 2052, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S confirms the information regarding the number of holds temporarily stored in the RAM area of the sub-control board S (the number of holds on the first main game side and the number of holds on the second main game side). Information on the number of pending items). Next, in step 2054, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the first (second) increment hold number command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2054, in step 2056, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the reserved number is normal, and proceeds to step 2058. When the number of holds in step 2056 is normal, the number of holds on the first (second) main game side is one more than the number of holds temporarily stored in the sub-control board S last time. (2) This is the case where the hold count command is received in step 2054. When the first increment hold number command is received, it is normal that the hold number on the first main game side is one more, and when the second increment hold number command is received, the hold on the second main game side is normal. It is configured to be normal when the number is one more. Even if No in step 2054, the process proceeds to step 2058.

Next, in step 2058, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the first (second) decrement hold number command has been received. In the case of Yes in step 2058, in step 2060, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the reserved number is normal. When the number of holds in step 2060 is normal, the number of holds on the first (second) main game side is one less than the number of holds temporarily stored in the sub-control board S last time. (2) This is the case where the hold count command is received in step 2058. When the first decrement hold number command is received, it is normal that the hold number on the first main game side is one less, and when the second decrement hold number command is received, the hold on the second main game side is held. It is configured to be normal when the number is one less. If Yes in step 2060, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2100). Even if No in step 2058, the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2100).

Further, in the case of No in step 2056 or No in step 2060, in step 2062, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the reserved number is out of the range. Here, in this example, the upper limit of the number of holdings on the first main game side is 4, and the upper limit of the number of holdings on the second main game side is 4, and the number of holdings is within the range. Neither the number of holdings on the first main game side nor the number of holdings on the second main game side exceeds the upper limit of the number of holdings, and the number of holdings is not less than 0, that is, the number of holdings is 0 to 0. There are four cases. Further, the number of holdings is out of the range when the number of holdings on the first main game side or the number of holdings on the second main game side is not within the above-mentioned range, and the number exceeds the upper limit of the number of holdings or is 0. It is the case that the number of reservations is less than.

In the case of Yes in step 2062, in step 2064, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S discards the information related to the received hold number command (first (first) received in the process of step 1320-1 or step 1340-1. 2) The process proceeds to the next process (process of step 2100) of the increment hold number command or the information related to the first (second) decrement hold number command received in the process of step 1408). On the other hand, if No in step 2062, in step 2066, the CPUSC of the sub-control board S adds the information that the error is held to the received hold number command, and proceeds to the next process (process of step 2100). ..

With the above configuration, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the command regarding the number of holds received from the main control board M side is abnormal on the sub control board S side {command on the main control board M side. If the number of holdings related to the above is more than the upper limit of holdings (for example, the number of holdings on the first main game side is 5)}, the sub-control board S will execute the process corresponding to the abnormality. If the command related to the number of holds received from the main control board M side is out of the range, the information related to the received number of hold commands is discarded without being temporarily stored, and the range concerned is set on the sub control board S side. The look-ahead process is not executed for the hold related to the outside command. That is, it does not mean that the look-ahead effect that is already being executed is stopped, or that the look-ahead lottery by the entry of the game ball after it is determined to be abnormal (for example, the first main game start opening A10) is not prohibited. On the other hand, if the command regarding the number of holds received from the main control board M side is within the range, the error hold added to the hold is added by adding the information that the hold is an error hold. The look-ahead lottery will not be executed until the information is erased (that is, until the end of the symbol change related to the hold). The look-ahead effect that was in the middle of execution is interrupted, and the look-ahead lottery is not executed even for a hold that newly occurs before the error hold is exhausted. In this way, when an abnormality is detected between the main control board M side and the sub control board S side, it is possible to make the processing on the sub control board S side different depending on the mode of the abnormality of the reserved information. .. In this example, the hold of the first main game side where the hold digestion is prioritized is configured to perform a look-ahead lottery, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the hold of the side where the hold digestion is not prioritized is also a look-ahead lottery. It may be configured to perform. In this case, even if the above-mentioned abnormality occurs in the hold on the side where the hold digestion is not prioritized (non-priority side), the look-ahead lottery on the side where the hold digestion is prioritized always precedes the hold in which the abnormality occurs. Since it is digested by, the look-ahead lottery may be executed as usual.

Next, FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the pre-reading determination process at the time of winning according to the subroutine of step 2150 in FIG. 18 in the second embodiment. First, the difference from the present embodiment is step 2152-1 (second) and step 2152-2 (second), the purpose of which is to deal with the hold when there is an abnormality in the hold number information. It is decided not to execute look-ahead at the time of winning. That is, in step 2152-1 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the hold number information related to the new hold has been discarded. That is, it is determined whether or not the new hold that is the target of the process is a hold in which the hold number information related to the hold number command is discarded by the process of step 2064. In the case of Yes in step 2152-1 (second), in step 2152-2 (second), the information that the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is on hold for an error is added to the hold on the first main game side. Determine if there is a hold. If Yes in step 2152-1 (second), the process proceeds to step 2154. In this way, if the information regarding the newly generated hold is discarded, or if there is an error hold in the hold, the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning is not executed.

Next, FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the look-ahead determination process at the time of fluctuation stop according to the subroutine of step 2450 in FIG. 23 in the second embodiment. First, the difference from the present embodiment is step 2451-1 (second) and step 2451-2 (second), the purpose of which is to deal with the hold when there is an abnormality in the hold number information. It is decided not to execute look-ahead at the time of fluctuation stop. That is, in step 2451-1 (second), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not the hold number information related to the new hold has been discarded. That is, in step 2064, it is determined whether or not the new hold to be processed is a hold in which the hold number information related to the received hold number command has not been discarded. In the case of Yes in step 2451-1 (second), in step 2451-2 (second), information to the effect that the CPUSC of the sub-control board S is on hold for an error is added to the hold on the first main game side. Determine if there is a hold. If Yes in step 2451-2 (second), the process proceeds to step 2452.

With the above configuration, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the commands related to the number of holds received on the sub-control board S side (for example, the increment hold number command and the decrement hold number command) are abnormal. When it is determined that the above is true, the mode of executing the look-ahead effect can be changed according to the mode of the abnormality. More specifically, when it is determined that the number of holds is out of the normal range, the command related to the number of holds is discarded, so that the look-ahead effect related to the discarded hold is not executed. On the other hand, if the number of holds is within the normal range and is different from the number of holds temporarily stored on the sub-control board S side, information to the effect of error hold is added to the hold related to the hold number command. It is possible that all look-ahead effects are not executed until the error hold is exhausted. It should be noted that the configuration is not limited to this example, and even if it is determined that the number of holds is out of the normal range, the look-ahead lottery for the existing hold may not be executed, while the number of holds is within the normal range. Moreover, when the number of holdings is different from the number temporarily stored on the sub-control board S side, the command related to the number of holdings may be discarded. Further, depending on the mode of the abnormality, the same error processing may be performed, or when an abnormality is detected, all the look-ahead effects may be terminated. Further, in this example, the first main game side and the second main game side are configured to execute error processing when an abnormality is detected, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game side and the second main game side are configured to execute error processing. It may be configured so that error processing can be executed only when an abnormality is detected on both sides of the main game. Further, the timing of ending the look-ahead effect may be at the start of fluctuation on the second main game side, or at the start of fluctuation on the first main game side on the side to be preferentially digested, or to the second main game side. It is also possible to set the time of entering the ball as the end timing of the look-ahead effect. Although it is irregular, if the above-mentioned special game start demo command is received during the execution of the look-ahead effect, the look-ahead effect may be terminated.

(Example 1 of change from the second embodiment)
As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the error processing performed by the abnormality of the hold number command has been described in detail, but in addition to the abnormality of the command as a case of detecting the abnormality of the hold number command, When the backup of the hold information is not stored on the sub-control board side, it is assumed that an error in the hold count command is detected when the power is restored. Regarding the process when such an abnormality of the hold number command at the time of power recovery is detected, only the changes from the second embodiment will be described in detail as the first change example from the second embodiment.

First, FIG. 37 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly, the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the second embodiment. First, the change from the second embodiment is step 2002-1 (second variation 1), the purpose of which is received from the main control board M side in the process at the time of power recovery after the power is turned on. It is to add information to the effect that "power recovery is on hold" to the hold information. Here, "holding power restoration" means a holding that existed at the time of power restoration (or when the power was turned off before power restoration). That is, after the power is turned on, in step 2002-1 (second change 1), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S executes initial processing based on the information received from the main control board M side (for example, RAM clear information). Receive → Initialize the RAM on the sub side → Receive various information commands → Add information to the effect that “Power recovery hold” is added to all the received hold information → Set the power off effect related information), and the sub main control unit Move to the SM side routine.

Next, FIG. 38 is a flowchart of the winning look-ahead determination process according to the subroutine of step 2150 in FIG. 18 in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification from the second embodiment. First, the change from the second embodiment is step 2151 (second variation 1), and the purpose is to hold a hold to which information that the information is "power recovery hold" is added by the process at the time of power recovery. In that case, the pre-reading process at the time of winning is not executed. In the case of Yes in step 2151 (second change 1), the process proceeds to step 2152-1 (second). On the other hand, if No in step 2151 (second variation 1), the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2110). If a new hold occurs during the execution of the symbol change related to the "power return hold", the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning may be executed for the new hold, or the new hold may be executed. It may be configured not to execute the pre-reading lottery at the time of winning for such a hold.

Next, FIG. 39 is a flowchart of the look-ahead determination process at the time of suspension of fluctuation according to the subroutine of step 2450 in FIG. 23 in the first modification from the second embodiment. First, the change from the second embodiment is step 2451 (second change 1), and the purpose is to have a hold to which information that the information is "power recovery hold" is added by the process at the time of power recovery. If this is the case, the look-ahead process when the fluctuation is stopped is not executed. That is, in step 2451 (second change 1), the CPUSC of the sub-control board S determines whether or not there is a "power recovery hold" in the hold. In the case of Yes in step 2451 (second variation 1), the process proceeds to step 2451-1 (second variation). On the other hand, if No in step 2451 (second variation 1), the process proceeds to the next process (process in step 2432).

With the above configuration, the information indicating that "power recovery is on hold" is added to the hold information transmitted to the sub-control board S side when the power is restored (before shifting to the routine processing on the sub-main control unit SM side). It can be configured not to execute the look-ahead determination process until the hold is exhausted. If the sub-control board S side does not back up the hold number information, the information indicating "error hold" is added by the process of step 2066, so that it also exists when the power is restored. The look-ahead effect is not executed for the hold. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to these configurations, and the look-ahead effect that was executed when the power was restored may be terminated, while the pre-reading effect that was hit may be configured so that it can be executed from the time the power is restored. Further, the sub-control board S side may have a configuration in which a backup of the hold information (including information related to the hold change) is reserved, and the effect of the hold change or the like is maintained based on the information even after the power is restored.

In this example, even if the display mode of the trigger hold can be changed a plurality of times (the hold change effect can be executed) over a plurality of fluctuations from the occurrence of the trigger hold to the digestion of the trigger hold. Often, in such a configuration, when the hold change effect is executed, it is preferable to change to a hold display mode having a higher expectation of a big hit than the current hold display mode. Further, it may be configured to execute the hold change fanning effect that encourages the player whether or not the hold change effect is executed, and to provide a case where the hold change effect is executed and a case where the hold change effect is not executed. Further, in such a configuration, specifically, "rainbow color" is provided as a hold display mode in which the jackpot is deterministic (a hold display mode that is not selected at the time of loss), and a hold display mode in which the jackpot is not deterministic. Among the hold display modes with the highest expectation of big hits, when "red" is provided, the trigger hold is a hold that is lost, the hold display mode is "red", and the hold is digested before the trigger hold. If all of the holds are lost, the trigger hold cannot be changed to "rainbow color" because it is not a big hit, but the hold change fanning effect is executed for the "red" trigger hold. It may be configured to execute an effect in which the hold change effect is not executed (the hold display mode of the trigger hold does not change). In addition, if the trigger hold is a hold that is a big hit, the hold display mode is "red", and all the holds that are digested before the trigger hold are lost, the trigger hold is a big hit. It can change to "rainbow color", and the hold change fanning effect is executed for the trigger hold of "red", the hold change effect is executed, and the hold display mode changes from "red" to "rainbow color". It may be configured to obtain. Further, in the case of such a configuration, the hold digestion transmission image is further configured to be displayed as an image similar to the digested hold related to the symbol change during execution, and the trigger hold is a hold that becomes a big hit. However, before the trigger hold is exhausted, the hold display mode of the trigger hold does not change to "rainbow color" as a result of executing the hold change fanning effect, while the hold change fanning effect is applied to the hold digestion transmission image related to the trigger hold. When is executed, the hold digestion transmission image related to the trigger hold may be configured to change to "rainbow color". Further, the present invention is not limited to this, and the trigger hold is a hold that causes a loss, and the hold display mode of the trigger hold is displayed in "red", which is the hold display mode that has the highest expectation of a big hit when the trigger hold is lost. If so, it may be configured not to execute the pending change fanning effect. Similarly, the trigger hold is a hold that becomes a big hit, and the hold display mode of the trigger hold is "rainbow color", which is the hold display mode that has the highest expectation of a big hit (the big hit is deterministic) when it becomes a big hit. If it is displayed, it may be configured not to execute the pending change fanning effect.

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The following concepts can be extracted (listed) based on the configurations shown in the above examples. However, the concepts listed below are just examples, and not only the combination and separation of these listed concepts (upper conceptualization), but also the concepts based on the further configuration shown in the above examples are added to these concepts. You may.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (1) is
Starting ports (for example, first main game starting port A10, second main game starting port B10) into which a game ball can enter, and
Identification information display unit (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of variable display and stop display of identification information, and
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of executing an effect,
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
It is provided with a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the execution of the effect in the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG).
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is
A random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10).
When a random number is acquired by a random number acquisition means, a random number temporary storage means that temporarily stores the acquired random number until the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied and controls the occurrence of hold.
When the variable display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the hit / fail judgment is executed based on the random number related to the hold, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variable display mode of the identification information based on the hit / fail judgment result are executed. The means of determining the game content and
According to the determination by the game content determination means, the identification information is displayed in a variable manner on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g and the second main game symbol display unit B21g), and then the identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means to be controlled and
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g and the second main game symbol display unit B21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game advantageous to the player is executed. Equipped with possible special game control means,
When a certain hold is newly generated, a command related to the number of holds after the new hold is generated can be transmitted to the sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and when a certain hold is exhausted, the command can be transmitted. , It is possible to send a command related to the number of holds after the hold is exhausted to the sub-game department,
It is configured so that a look-ahead command, which is a command related to a stop display mode and a variable display mode of identification information related to a certain hold, can be transmitted to a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S).
The sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S)
Based on the command transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M), the effect display unit is configured to be able to execute a look-ahead effect that suggests or informs in advance the feasibility of a special game related to a certain hold. And
For the first judgment process that can permit the execution of the look-ahead effect for the newly generated hold each time a new hold occurs, and for any of the remaining holds each time the stop identification information is stopped and displayed. When the execution of the look-ahead effect is permitted in either the first judgment process or the second judgment process for a certain hold, which can be executed with the second judgment process that can permit the execution of the look-ahead effect. Is configured to make the certain hold a specific hold that can be changed.
When the specific hold already exists at the time of executing the first determination process, the execution of the look-ahead effect is not newly permitted, and the specific hold already exists at the time of executing the second determination process. Is newly configured not to allow the execution of look-ahead effects.
If the execution of the look-ahead effect is not permitted at the time of executing the second determination process when the stop identification information is stopped and displayed, the stop identification information and the stop identification information are displayed after the stop identification information is stopped and displayed. Is configured to allow the execution of the look-ahead effect when the second determination process is executed when different stop identification information is stopped and displayed.
The second determination process can be executed only for the hold regarding the identification information that belongs to the predetermined group and is the variable display mode.
If there are multiple holds related to the identification information that belongs to the predetermined group and is the variable display mode, only the hold that is the earliest digestion order among the holds related to the identification information that belongs to the predetermined group and is the variable display mode is targeted. It is a pachinko gaming machine characterized in that it is configured to be able to execute a second determination process.

The pachinko gaming machine related to this concept (2) is
Starting ports (for example, first main game starting port A10, second main game starting port B10) into which a game ball can enter, and
Identification information display unit (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of variable display and stop display of identification information, and
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of executing an effect,
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
It is provided with a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the display of the effect in the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG).
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is
A random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10).
When a random number is acquired by a random number acquisition means, a random number temporary storage means that temporarily stores the acquired random number until the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied and controls the occurrence of hold.
When the variable display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the hit / fail judgment is executed based on the random number related to the hold, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variable display mode of the identification information based on the hit / fail judgment result are executed. The means of determining the game content and
According to the determination by the game content determination means, the identification information is displayed in a variable manner on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g and the second main game symbol display unit B21g), and then the identification information is stopped and displayed. Identification information display control means to be controlled and
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g and the second main game symbol display unit B21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game advantageous to the player is executed. Equipped with possible special game control means,
When a certain hold is newly generated, a command regarding the number of holds after the new hold is generated can be transmitted to the sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and when a certain hold is exhausted, the command can be transmitted. A command regarding the number of holds after the hold has been exhausted can be transmitted to the sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S).
It is configured so that a look-ahead command, which is a command related to a stop display mode and a variable display mode of identification information related to a certain hold, can be transmitted to a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S).
The sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S)
Based on the command transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M), the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG) provides a look-ahead effect that suggests or informs in advance the feasibility of a special game related to a certain hold. ) Is configured to be executable
It is configured so that the look-ahead effect can be executed while the special game is being executed.
At the start timing of the special game, a special game start demo command containing at least information about the special game to be started is issued from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) side to the sub game unit (for example, the sub control board S). It is configured to send to the side and
When the received special game start demo command satisfies a predetermined condition, the sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) can permit the execution of the pre-reading effect for the existing hold. It is a pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to execute.

The pachinko gaming machine related to this concept (3) is
Starting ports (for example, first main game starting port A10, second main game starting port B10) into which a game ball can enter, and
Identification information display unit (for example, first main game symbol display unit A21g, second main game symbol display unit B21g) capable of variable display and stop display of identification information, and
An effect display unit (for example, an effect display device SG) capable of executing an effect,
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M) that controls the progress of the game,
It is provided with a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S) that controls the execution of the effect in the effect display unit (for example, the effect display device SG).
The main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is
A random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10 and the second main game starting port B10).
When a random number is acquired by a random number acquisition means, a random number temporary storage means that temporarily stores the acquired random number until the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied and controls the occurrence of hold.
When the variable display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the hit / fail judgment is executed based on the random number related to the hold, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variable display mode of the identification information based on the hit / fail judgment result are executed. The means of determining the game content and
An identification information display control means that controls the identification information to be stopped and displayed after the identification information is variablely displayed on the identification information display unit according to the determination by the game content determination means.
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit is in a predetermined mode, it is provided with a special game control means capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player.
When a certain hold is newly generated, a command regarding the number of holds after the new hold is generated can be transmitted to the sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and when a certain hold is exhausted, the command can be transmitted. A command regarding the number of holds after the hold has been exhausted can be transmitted to the sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S).
It is configured so that a look-ahead command, which is a command related to a stop display mode and a variable display mode of identification information related to a certain hold, can be transmitted to a sub-game unit (for example, sub-control board S).
The sub-game unit (for example, the sub-control board S)
Based on the command transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M), the effect display unit is configured to be able to execute a look-ahead effect that suggests or informs in advance the feasibility of a special game related to a certain hold. Ori,
Determining whether the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is consumed, transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is normal. It is configured to execute the pending quantity determination process.
If it is determined that the command related to the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command related to the number of holds after the hold is exhausted is normal by executing the hold quantity determination process, the determined command is used. It is configured to temporarily store information about the number of pending quantities based on it.
If it is determined by executing the hold quantity determination process that the command related to the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command related to the number of holds after the hold is exhausted is abnormal, the command is executed after the determination depending on the content of the abnormality. It is a pachinko gaming machine characterized in that it is configured so that the processing to be performed is different.

M main control board, MN11ta-A 1st main game win / fail lottery table MN11ta-B 2nd main game win / fail lottery table, MN11ta-H auxiliary game win / fail lottery table MN41ta-A 1st main game symbol determination lottery table, MN41ta-B 2nd main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H Auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table, MN51ta-A 1st main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B 2nd main game variation mode determination lottery table, MN51ta-H Auxiliary game symbol change mode determination lottery table MP11t-C 1st and 2nd main game symbol fluctuation management timer, MP11t-H Auxiliary game symbol change management timer MP22t-B 2nd main game start port Electric accessory open Timer, MP33c Winning ball counter MP34t Special game timer, MP52c Time reduction timer MP35t-D Special game start demo timer, SM21t Design fluctuation time management timer MP11t-H Auxiliary game symbol fluctuation management timer, MT10 Command transmission buffer A 1st Main game peripheral device, A10 1st main game start port A11s 1st main game start port entry ball detection device, A20 1st main game symbol display device A21g 1st main game symbol display unit, A21h 1st main game symbol hold display unit B 2nd main game peripheral device, B10 2nd main game start port B11s 2nd main game start port entry ball detection device, B11d 2nd main game start port electric accessory B20 2nd main game symbol display device, B21g 2nd main Game symbol display unit B21h 2nd main game symbol hold display unit, C 1st and 2nd main game shared peripherals C10 1st prize opening, C11s 1st prize opening winning detection device C11d 1st major winning opening Electric accessory , C20 2nd big prize opening C21s 2nd big winning opening winning detection device, C21d 2nd big winning opening electric accessory C13 1st big winning opening electric accessory timer, C23 2nd big winning opening electric accessory solenoid H auxiliary game Peripheral equipment, H10 Auxiliary game start port H11s Auxiliary game start port entry ball detection device, H20 Auxiliary game symbol display device H21g Auxiliary game symbol display unit, H21h Auxiliary game symbol hold display unit S Sub-control board, SM23c Number of consecutive villa count counter SG Display device, SG10 Display area SG11 Decorative symbol display area, SG12 1st hold display unit SG13 2nd hold display unit KH Prize ball payout control board KE Prize ball payout device

Claims (1)

A starting port where a game ball can enter, and
An identification information display unit that can display variable display and stop display of identification information,
A production display unit that can execute production, and
The main game department that controls the progress of the game,
It is equipped with a sub-game unit that controls the execution of the effect in the effect display unit.
The main game club
Random number acquisition means to acquire random numbers based on entering the ball into the starting port,
When a random number is acquired by a random number acquisition means, a random number temporary storage means that temporarily stores the acquired random number until the variable display start condition of the identification information is satisfied and controls the occurrence of hold.
When the variable display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, the hit / fail judgment is executed based on the random number related to the hold, and the stop display mode of the identification information and the variable display mode of the identification information based on the hit / fail judgment result are executed. The means of determining the game content and
An identification information display control means that controls the identification information to be stopped and displayed after the identification information is variablely displayed on the identification information display unit according to the determination by the game content determination means.
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit is in a predetermined mode, it is provided with a special game control means capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player.
If a hold is newly created, a command regarding the number of holds after the new hold is created can be sent to the sub-game department, and if a hold is exhausted, the hold is executed after the hold is exhausted. It is possible to send commands related to numbers to the sub-game department,
It is configured so that a look-ahead command related to a certain hold can be sent to the sub-game department.
The sub-game club
Based on the look-ahead command transmitted from the main game unit, the effect display unit is configured to be able to execute a look-ahead effect that suggests or informs in advance the feasibility of a special game related to a certain hold.
Executes the hold quantity determination process for determining whether or not the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is consumed, which is transmitted from the main game unit. Is configured to
If it is determined that the command related to the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command related to the number of holds after the hold is exhausted is normal by executing the hold quantity determination process, the determined command is used. being configured to temporarily store information about the pending number based,
When the hold quantity determination process is executed and it is determined that the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is newly generated or the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is exhausted is abnormal, the hold is newly generated. The process to be executed after the determination depends on whether the number of holds indicated by the command regarding the number of later holds or the command regarding the number of holds after the hold is exhausted is within or outside the range from 0 to the upper limit of the number of holds. A pachinko game machine characterized by being configured to be different.

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