JP2015029594A - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine achieving further novel amusement in a game machine adopting a concept of a special game for opening a major winning hole.SOLUTION: A certain continuous unit game during execution of a special game is configured to be a game such that a first variable winning hole can be changed from a closed state to an open state in a preceding unit game and a second variable winning hole can be changed from a closed state to an open state in a succeeding unit game. Timing to change the first variable winning hole from an open state to a closed state in the preceding unit game and complete the unit game, and timing to change the second variable winning hole from a closed state to an open state in the succeeding unit game and start the unit game are configured to be nearly equal.

Description

  It relates to pachinko machines.

  As a recent pachinko game machine, a big hit lottery with a predetermined probability is made when a game ball enters the starting port on the game board surface (game area), and if the big hit lottery is won, The mainstream is pachinko gaming machines that transition to the state and can open a large winning opening provided on the game board surface to obtain a large number of prize balls. Among the pachinko gaming machines configured in this way, the gaming machine that has improved the interest of the game during the special game by devising the open aspect of the big prize opening that is opened in the case of the special game Also exist.

JP2011-189006

  However, since there are many such gaming machines, there is a problem that it is desired to develop a model that can realize further innovative gaming properties.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect is
A start opening (in this example, a first main game start opening 2210 and a second main game start opening 2110) through which game balls can enter;
A first variable winning opening (in this example, a distribution large winning opening 2220) that can take a closed state and an open state;
A specific area (a specific area 2224 in this example) in which a game ball that has entered the first variable winning opening can enter;
A second variable winning opening (in this example, a normal winning opening 2120) that can be in a closed state and an open state;
Random number acquisition means (in this example, random number acquisition determination execution means 1120) that acquires random numbers based on the entrance of game balls into the start openings (first main game start opening 2210 and second main game start opening 2110 in this example) When,
On the basis of the random number, a determination unit for determining whether or not to execute the determination (in this example, determination unit 1135),
If the result of the success / failure determination by the success / failure determination execution means (in this example, the success / failure lottery means 1135) is a win, the first variable prize opening (in this example, the distribution big prize opening 2220) and the second variable prize winning opening (normal in this example) Special game execution means capable of executing a special game in which a unit game is executed a plurality of times, which is a game that can make any one of the big winning openings 2120) an advantageous state for the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined period elapses ( In this example, special game control means 1170),
A low-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is a predetermined probability and a high-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is higher than the predetermined probability, and a low probability after the execution of the special game Completion of the execution of the special game on the condition that either a lottery state or a high-probability lottery state is performed and a special area (in this example, the specific area 2224) is entered during execution of the special game. Game state transition control means (specific game control means 1180 in this example) that can be in a high probability lottery state later,
In a certain continuous unit game during the execution of a special game, in the preceding unit game, the first variable winning award (in this example, the distribution large winning award 2220) is a game that can be in an advantageous state for the player, followed by In the unit game, the second variable prize opening (usually the big prize opening 2120 in this example) is configured to be a game that can be in an advantageous state for the player. In the example, the timing to finish making the distribution big prize opening 2220) advantageous for the player, and the second variable prize opening (in this example, the normal big prize opening 2120 in this example) for the player in the subsequent unit game. The pachinko gaming machine is configured such that the timing for starting to be in an advantageous state is substantially the same timing.

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to the present aspect, it is possible to realize further innovative gaming characteristics in the gaming machine that adopts the concept of special gaming that opens the special winning opening.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a configuration diagram of a game board in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is a front view and a perspective view according to the structure of the special winning opening in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is an operation diagram related to opening and closing of the special winning opening and the shielding member during the special game in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is an operation diagram related to opening / closing of the special winning opening and the shielding member during the special game in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is an operation diagram related to opening / closing of the special winning opening and the shielding member during the special game in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is an operation diagram related to the opening / closing of the special winning opening and the shielding member during the special game in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a main flowchart on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of main game content determination random number acquisition processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of special game operation condition determination processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of special game control processing on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the special game start control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the distribution prize winning control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is an opening mode determination table on the main control device side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the distribution big prize opening / closing control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the distribution preparation time control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the distribution winning control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a flowchart of the discharged ball abnormality detection process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the shielding member drive control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the distribution round control end process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of a normal special prize opening control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of the normal prize opening opening / closing control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 32 is a flowchart of normal preparation time control processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the normal winning control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of normal round control end processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the special game end control process on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the gaming state determination process after the special game is completed on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 37 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 38 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. 39 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 40 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. 41 is a flowchart of the special game display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 42 is a flowchart of special game-in-game effect execution processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 43 is a flowchart of special game end effect execution processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 44 is an operational diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment when the distribution control prize winning opening is long open A and the discharge ball abnormality is not detected when the special game is executed on the main controller side. FIG. 45 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment when the special control is executed on the main controller side when the distribution large winning opening is long open A and the discharge ball abnormality is detected. FIG. 46 is an operational diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment when the distribution control prize winning opening is long open B and the discharge ball abnormality is not detected when the special game is executed on the main controller side. FIG. 47 is an operational diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment when the special winning game is executed on the main controller side when the allocation large winning opening is long open B and the discharge ball abnormality is detected. FIG. 48 is an operational diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment when the special winning game is executed on the main control device side when the allocation large winning opening is short open and the discharge ball abnormality is not detected. FIG. 49 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment when the special winning game is executed on the main control device side when the allocation large winning opening is short open and the discharge ball abnormality is detected. FIG. 50 is a flowchart of special game control processing and discharged ball abnormality recovery processing on the main controller side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 1 from the present embodiment.

Form to carry out

  First, the meaning of each term in this specification will be described. “Open state, open state” and “closed state, closed state” are, for example, in the configuration of a general big prize opening (so-called attacker), open state = easy-to-win state and closed state = non-winning state Easy state. Also, for example, a state protruding from the game board (player side) (hereinafter sometimes referred to as advance state) and a state of being retracted into the game board (side opposite to the player side) (hereinafter referred to as retreat state) In a configuration (so-called velo-type attacker) that can take the following conditions, the advance state = easy-to-win state and the evacuation state = non-easy-to-win state. “Pitching” includes not only winning a prize ball to be paid out, but also passing to a “through chucker” without winning a prize ball. “Random number (random number value)” is not particularly limited as long as it is a random number used in a lottery (lottery by an electronic computer) for determining some game content in a pachinko game machine. For example, in addition to a random number in a narrow sense Also includes pseudo-random numbers (for example, hard random numbers as random numbers and soft random numbers as pseudo-random numbers). For example, the so-called “basic random numbers” that affect the outcome of the game, specifically, “winning random numbers (random numbers for success / failure lottery)” related to the transition of special games, and the variation mode (or variation time) of the identification symbol "Variation mode determination random number" for determining, "symbol determination random number" for determining a stop symbol, "hit symbol determination random number" for determining whether or not to shift to a specific game (for example, probability variation game) after a special game, etc. be able to. It is not necessary to use all these random numbers when determining the contents of the variation mode, the contents of the definite identification information, etc., and it is sufficient to use at least one random number that is the same or different from each other. Also, in this 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 one entry (for example, starting entrance) that triggers the acquisition of random numbers. The random number obtained by entering the ball is referred to as one (ie, in the above example, the random number bundle of winning random number + variation mode determining random number + design determining 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 following embodiment is a model in which two conventional type 1 pachinko gaming machines are mixed (type 1 type 1 complex machine). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and is applicable to other game machines (for example, conventional 1st type, 2nd type, 3rd type, general pachinko game machines such as general electric roles). . Note that this embodiment is merely an example, and the order of each step regarding various processes, such as the location and function of each means, the timing of flag on / off, the name of the means responsible for each step, and the specific However, the present invention is not limited to the following modes. In addition, the above-described embodiments and modified examples should not be understood as being limited to being applied to specific items, and may be in any combination. For example, it should be understood that a modification example of an embodiment is a modification example of another embodiment, and even if one modification example and another modification example are described independently, there is the modification example. It should be understood that a combination of the modified example and another modified example is also described. In the present embodiment, there are a lottery table and a reference table for various tables, but these are not limited, and the lottery table may be a reference table or vice versa {for example, in the present embodiment, As will be described later, a table that is referred to when determining the variation mode of the first main game symbol and a table that is referred to when determining the variation mode of the second main game symbol are different from each other. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and all variation modes that can be selected as the variation mode of the first main game symbol and the variation mode of the second main game symbol are provided as one variation pattern table. If the reference range is different between the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol, it is provided as a separate reference table. It may be configured}.

  Prior to the description of the characteristic part of the present embodiment, first, the basic structure of the front side of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. Pachinko gaming machines mainly consist 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 102, a front frame 104, a transparent plate 106, a door 108, an upper ball dish 110, a lower ball dish 112, and a launch handle 116. First, the outer frame 102 is a frame for fixing the pachinko gaming machine to a position where it should be installed. The front frame 104 is a frame body aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame 102, and is attached to the outer frame 102 through a hinge mechanism (not shown) so as to be opened and closed. The front frame 104 includes a mechanism for launching a game ball, a mechanism for detachably storing a game board, a mechanism for guiding or collecting the game ball, and the like. The transparent plate 106 is made of glass or the like and is supported by the door 108. The door 108 is attached to the front frame 104 through an unillustrated hinge mechanism so as to be opened and closed. The upper ball tray 110 has mechanisms for storing game balls, sending the game balls to the launch rail, and extracting the game balls to the lower ball tray 112. The lower ball tray 112 has a mechanism for storing and extracting game balls. In addition, speakers 114 are provided at the upper right and upper left of the front frame 104, and sound effects corresponding to the gaming state and the like are output.

  Next, the game board 100 has a game area 120 defined by an outer rail 122 and an inner rail 124. In addition, the game area 120 includes a plurality of game nails and windmills (not shown), various general winning holes, a game ball guide rail 130, a first main game start port 2210, a second main game start port 2110, An auxiliary game start port 2410, a distribution prize winning port 2220, a normal prize winning port 2120, a center decoration 192, and an out port 142 are provided. Further, although not shown in detail, a first main game symbol display device 2130, a second main game symbol display device 2230, an auxiliary game symbol display device 2420, and the like are also provided on the front side of the game board. Hereinafter, the configuration according to the present embodiment will be described.

  First, the first main game start port 2210 is installed as a start winning port corresponding to the first main game. As a specific configuration, the first main game start port 2210 includes a first main game start port entrance detection device (first entrance detection device) 2211 (not shown). Here, the first main game start port entrance detection device 2211 is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the first main game start port 2210, and the first main game start that indicates the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated.

  Next, the second main game start port 2110 is installed as a start winning port corresponding to the second main game. Specifically, the second main game start port 2110 includes a second main game start port entrance detection device (second entrance detection device) 2111 (not shown) and a second main game start port electric accessory ( Electric accessory) 2112. Here, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device 2111 is a sensor for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the second main game start entrance 2110, and the second main game start indicating the entrance at the time of entrance. The entrance ball information is generated. Next, the second main game start opening electric accessory 2112 changes between a closed state where it is difficult for a game ball to win the second main game start opening 2110 and an open state where the game ball is more likely to win than the normal state.

  In the present embodiment, the electric combination is provided on the second main game start port 2110 side, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the electric combination is provided on the first main game start port 2210 side. May be. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 are spaced apart, and a game ball flowing down the left side of the game region 120 (based on the center of the game region) A game ball that is easy to be guided to the first main game start port 2210 but difficult to be guided to the second main game start port 2110 and that flows down to the right side of the game region 120 (based on the center of the game region) Although it is difficult to be guided to the main game start port 2210, it is configured to be easily guided to the second main game start port 2110. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the first main game start port 2210 and the second main game start port 2110 may be arranged adjacent to each other. It should be noted that “easy to be guided” and “not easily guided” are determined, for example, by the magnitude of the number of entered balls when 10,000 balls are launched to the right and left, respectively.

  Next, the auxiliary game start port 2410 includes an auxiliary game start port entrance detection device (entrance detection device) 2411 (not shown). Here, the auxiliary game start port entrance detection device 2411 (not shown) is a sensor that detects the entrance of a game ball into the auxiliary game start port 2410, and indicates an auxiliary game start entrance into the auxiliary game start port 2410. Generate sphere information. The entry of the game ball into the auxiliary game start port 2410 triggers a lottery for expanding the second main game start port electric accessory 2112 of the second main game start port 2110.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the game ball flowing down on the right side of the game area 120 (reference to the center of the game area) is easily guided to the auxiliary game start port 2410, while the left side of the game area 120 (reference to the center of the game area). ) Is configured to be difficult to be guided to the auxiliary game start port 2410 (but is not limited to this, the game ball flowing down the left side of the game area 120 (based on the center of the game area) May be configured to be easily guided to the auxiliary game start port 2410}.

  Next, in the present embodiment, the distribution big prize opening 2220 and the normal big prize opening are located at the lower right side of the game area 120 (based on the middle of the game area) and at the upper right position of the second main game start opening 2110. 2120. In this embodiment, the distribution big prize opening 2220 and the normal big prize opening 2120 are provided close to each other in the vertical direction (as viewed from the player), and the distribution big prize opening 2220 is the normal big prize opening 2120. Located above (viewed by the player). Hereinafter, the distribution big prize opening 2220 and the normal big prize opening 2120 will be described in detail.

  First, referring to FIG. 2, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, a game ball launched during a special game enters the big prize opening (the distribution big prize opening 2220 or the normal big prize opening 2120). Will be explained.

  FIG. 6A shows a state where a game ball enters the distribution big prize opening 2220, and FIG. 10B shows a state where a game ball enters the normal big prize opening 2120. As shown in (a) and (b) of the figure, when a player launches a game ball toward the right side (viewed by the player) of the game board 100 during the execution of the special game, the game is launched. The game ball enters the game ball guide rail 130 that is wider than one game ball and narrower than two game balls through the entrance of the game ball guide rail 130. After that, the game balls released from the exit of the game ball guide rail 130 flow down toward the big prize opening (the distribution big prize opening 2220 or the normal big prize opening 2120). As a result, as shown in (a) of the figure, when the large allocation winning opening 2220 is open, the player enters the allocation large winning opening 2220, and as shown in (b) of FIG. In addition, when the normal big winning opening 2120 is open, the normal big winning opening 2120 is entered.

  Here, when the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment is continuously fired (when the firing handle is continuously twisted), it is also referred to as a predetermined firing interval (“launch speed”. In this example, 100 per minute. The game ball is fired at the departure. Under such a configuration, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, as will be described later, following the opening of the distribution prize winning opening 2220, the opening of the normal prize winning opening 2120 (or following the opening of the normal prize winning opening 2120). When the distribution grand prize winning port 2220 is opened), the closing time of both the big prize winning ports (the time until one of the big prize winning ports is closed and the other big winning prize opening is opened) It is set shorter than the firing interval. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a useless ball that does not win any of the big winning ports due to the closing time of both big winning ports.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 3, the structure of the distribution big prize opening 2220 and the normal big prize opening 2120 will be described in detail. First, in the distribution large winning opening 2220, there are roughly provided a distribution winning detection device 2221, a specific region 2224, a shielding member 2224a, a specific region entrance detection device 2224-1 and a discharge ball detection device 2224-2. In general, the normal prize winning opening 2120 is generally provided with a normal winning detection device 2121. Hereinafter, the structure of these special winning openings will be described.

  First, as shown in FIG. 3, the distribution big prize opening 2220 is in an open state when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol. This is a winning opening corresponding to the main game, which is formed in a horizontal rectangular shape and is located above the normal winning opening 2120 (as viewed from the player). As a specific configuration, the allocation prize winning port 2220 includes an allocation prize detection device 2221 for detecting the entrance of a game ball, an allocated electric accessory 2222, a specific area 2224, and a specific area 2224. A shielding member 2224a that shields the entrance of the game ball, a specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 for detecting the entrance of the game ball into the specific area, and an exit ball detection device 2224 for detecting the exit ball -2. Here, the distribution winning detection device 2221 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the distribution large winning opening 2220, and generates distribution large winning opening entry information indicating the entering at the time of entering the ball. . The distribution motor combination 2222 changes the distribution large prize winning port 2220 to a normal state in which a game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. The specific area 2224 becomes a determinant of the gaming state after the end of the special game depending on whether or not the game ball has entered. When the shielding member 2224a is in the open state (retracted state), the game area has entered the specific area 2224. When it becomes possible (or easy) and the shielding member 2224a is in a closed state (advanced state), it is configured such that it is impossible (or difficult) for a game ball to enter the specific area 2224. The specific area entry detection device 2224-1 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the specific area 2224, and generates specific area entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. In addition, the game ball that has entered the large allocation winning opening 2220 is configured to pass either the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 or the discharge ball detection device 2224-2. The specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 also serves as a sensor for detecting the exit ball (also generates exit ball entrance information when entering the ball). The discharged ball detection device 2224-2 is a sensor that detects a game ball that has been discharged without entering the specific area 2224 after entering the large allocation winning opening 2220. Generate sphere information. In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball cannot be won or is difficult to win, and an open state where the game ball is easy to win (an inclined type attacker). However, it is not limited to this. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) (Bello-type attacker), which is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the normal prize winning opening 2120 has a horizontal rectangular shape that is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops at the big hit symbol. The winning opening corresponding to the main game is located below the major winning opening 2220 (as viewed from the player). As a specific configuration, the normal prize winning opening 2120 includes a normal winning detection device 2121 for detecting the entry of a game ball and a normal electric accessory 2122. Here, the normal winning detection device 2121 is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the normal big winning opening 2120, and generates normal big winning opening entry information indicating the winning at the time of winning. The normal electric accessory 2122 changes the normal prize winning opening 2120 in a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win in the normal prize winning opening 2120 and an open state in which the game ball is easy to win. In the present embodiment, the mode of the big winning opening is a mode in which a horizontal rectangular shape is formed and the game ball cannot be won or is difficult to win, and an open state where the game ball is easy to win (an inclined type attacker). However, it is not limited to this. In that case, for example, an aspect (so-called, a state where the bar-like member provided in the special winning opening is in a state of protruding to the player side and a retracted state of being retracted to the player side) (Bello-type attacker), which is suitable when it is desired to ensure that the number of balls entered into the big prize opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  It is to be noted that the game ball flow direction of the distribution winning detection device 2221, the distribution flow channel 132, the specific area entry detection device 2224-1, the discharge ball detection device 2224-2, the normal winning detection device 2121, and the normal flow channel 134. It is desirable that the cross-sectional area of the cross section perpendicular to can pass one game ball smoothly but cannot (or difficult) pass two game balls. With this configuration, it is possible to reduce a situation in which a plurality of game balls are clogged in the flow paths (the distribution flow path 132 and the normal flow path 134) and cannot flow down.

  In addition, since the two big winning entrances are close to each other, even in a situation where either the distribution big winning opening 2220 or the normal big winning opening 2120 is in a state where it is easy to enter the ball, Since it is sufficient to aim, a game can be performed without changing the launch strength of the game ball. In this case, since the player can easily see which big winning opening is easy to enter, it is possible to execute a game with less discomfort and burden on the player.

  In addition, as described later, when the allocation big prize opening 2220 whose availability is greatly related to the profit of the player is set above the normal big prize opening 2120, a game ball is caught in the normal big prize opening 2120, etc. Even if it is not closed due to an accident (usually when the flow of the game ball below the big prize opening 2120 is blocked), the game ball can be entered if the distribution big prize opening 2220 is opened. In this example, since the specific area 2224 and the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 (discharged ball detection apparatus 2224-2) are provided below the allocation prize detection device 2221, the allocation big prize opening 2220 is provided. Therefore, it is possible to save space by providing the above on the normal winning opening 2120.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 3, the flow-down mode of game balls that have entered the special winning awards according to the present embodiment (the distribution big winning award 2220 and the normal special winning award 2120) will be described in detail.

  First, the game ball that has entered the allocation prize winning port 2220 passes through the allocation prize detection device 2221, flows down the distribution channel 132, and the specific region entrance detection device 2224 provided in the specific region 2224. 1 and the discharged ball detection device 2224-2. When the shielding member 2224a is in the closed state (advanced state), the game balls that have flowed down cannot pass through the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1, and all pass through the discharge ball detection device 2224-2. It will be. On the other hand, when the shielding member 2224a is in the open state (retracted state), the game ball that has flowed down passes through the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 depending on the shape of the distribution channel 132. When the shielding member 2224a is in the open state (retracted state), it is desirable that all the game balls that have flowed down pass through the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 (in order not to impair the player's profit). . Therefore, it is preferable to configure the shape of the distribution channel 132 (particularly, the shape of the right side surface of the distribution channel) so that the game balls that have flowed down can easily pass through the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1. As will be described later, in this embodiment, the sum of the number of game balls that have passed through the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 or the discharge ball detection device 2224-2 and the game that has passed through the distribution prize detection device 2221. Whether or not there is an abnormal discharge ball is determined by whether or not the number of balls is equal.

  On the other hand, the game ball that has entered the normal prize winning opening 2120 passes through the normal winning detection device 2121 and flows down through the normal flow path 134 and is discharged. It should be noted that a device for detecting the discharged ball is not provided in the normal prize winning opening 2120.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 4 to 7, the operation pattern of each member (distribution large prize opening 2220, normal special prize opening 2120 and shielding member 2224 a) during a special game will be described. Here, these figures exemplify a case where a discharge ball abnormality is not detected and a case where a discharge ball abnormality is detected in the seventh round at the time of the special game according to the 3A design in the present embodiment. In addition, the opening aspect of the distribution big prize opening 2220 in the seventh round at the time of the special game related to the 3A symbol is the long opening A, and the opening aspect of the normal big winning opening 2120 in the eighth round is the long opening B (open). Details of the embodiment will be described later).

  First, FIG. 4A shows a state in which the seventh round of the special game related to the 3A design is started, and the sorting prize winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a are simultaneously opened (52 ms open). At this timing, the game ball has not yet entered the distribution large winning opening 2220.

  Next, FIG. 4B shows a state in which a predetermined time A (in this example, 52 ms) has elapsed from the timing of (a), and the large allocation winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a are simultaneously closed. The predetermined time A (52 ms in this example) is a very short time as the opening time of the large allocation winning opening 2220, so the game ball still enters the large distribution winning opening 2220 at this timing. Not.

  Next, in FIG. 5C, after a predetermined time B (2600 ms in this example) has elapsed from the timing of FIG. 5B, the allocation big winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a are simultaneously opened again, and then the game ball is swung. This indicates a state in which the player has entered the minute prize winning port 2220 (when the opening of the big prize winning opening is not completed due to a predetermined number of balls entering the prize winning opening, the opening time of the distribution prize winning port 2220 is 28800 ms, which is blocked. The opening time of the member 2224a is 31400 ms). A game ball that has passed through the distribution prize detection device 2221 and has reached the shielding member 2224a enters the specific area 2224 and is detected by the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1.

  Next, FIG. 5D shows a state in which the opening period of the allocation big prize opening 2220 is ended and the distribution big prize opening 2220 is closed. Note that the game ball remains inside the sorting prize winning port 2220. Further, the shielding member 2224a remains open.

  Next, FIG. 6 (e) shows that a predetermined time B (200 ms in this example) has elapsed since the end of the opening period of the distribution winning prize opening 2220, the eighth round is started, and the normal winning opening 2120 is opened. Represents the state. Note that the game ball remains inside the sorting prize winning port 2220. Further, the shielding member 2224a remains open.

  Next, FIG. 6F shows a state in which the shielding member 2224a has been driven by closing the shielding member 2224a and detecting no discharge ball abnormality at the timing after (e). Normally, the special prize opening 2120 remains open.

  Next, in FIG. 7G, at the timing after (e), when the shielding member 2224a is closed, the game ball remaining inside the allocation large winning opening 2220 is sandwiched between the shielding member 2224a. The state which has stopped in the distribution channel 132 is represented. As a result, the discharge ball abnormality is detected. Normally, the special prize opening 2120 remains open.

  Next, in FIG. 7 (h), since the discharge ball abnormality is detected at the timing after (g), the driving of the shielding member 2224a is continued, and the shielding member 2224a is opened again (short opening of 52 ms). Represents a state. When the shielding member 2224a is opened, the game ball sandwiched between the shielding members 2224a and stopped in the distribution channel 132 is discharged, and the discharged ball abnormality is eliminated. Normally, the special prize opening 2120 remains open.

  The above is a description of the special winning opening, but the remaining configuration will be described with reference to FIG. 1 again. First, the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230) 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 performs display and the like. Specifically, the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230) includes a first main game symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) and a first main game. And a symbol hold display unit 2132 (second main game symbol hold display unit 2232). Here, the first main game symbol hold display unit 2132 (second main game symbol hold display unit 2232) is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps is the first main game (second main game). This corresponds to the number of random numbers held (the number of main game symbols that have not been executed). In addition, the 1st main game symbol display part 2131 (2nd main game symbol display part 2231) is comprised by 7 segment LED, for example, and the 1st main game symbol (2nd main game symbol) is "0"-"9". ”Is displayed with 10 types of numbers and“ − ”of losing {but not limited to this, a 7-segment LED is set so that it is 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. In addition, the hold number display is not limited to being composed of four lamps, but can be configured to display a maximum of four hold numbers (for example, composed of one lamp, (Equation 1: lighting, hold number 2: slow blink, hold number 3: medium blink, hold number 4: fast blink)).

  Since the first main game symbol (second main game symbol) does not necessarily have an effect role, in this embodiment, the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). The size of is set to be inconspicuous. However, in the case of adopting a technique that does not display the first decorative symbol (second decorative symbol) by giving the first main gaming symbol (second main gaming symbol) itself an effect role, an effect described later You may comprise so that a 1st main game symbol (2nd main game symbol) may be displayed on a liquid crystal display like the display apparatus 2140. FIG.

  Next, the effect display device 2140 is a device that displays an effect image including a decorative symbol that fluctuates and stops in conjunction with the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol. Here, as a specific configuration, the effect display device 2140 includes an illustration display unit 2311 in which an effect is displayed including a variation display of decorative symbols, a first hold display unit 2312a, and a second hold display unit 2312b. And comprising. Here, the figure display unit 2311 displays, for example, a plurality of rows of decorative symbol variation moving images simulating a slot machine game in the central area of the screen. The effect display device 2140 is configured by a liquid crystal display in the present embodiment, but may be configured by other display means such as a mechanical drum or LED. Next, the hold display unit 2312 is composed of four lamps, and the lamps are linked with the hold lamps of the main game symbol.

  Next, the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 is a device that executes display related to the auxiliary game symbols. Specifically, the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 includes an auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421 and an auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2422. Here, the auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2422 is composed of four lamps, and the number of lighting of the lamps corresponds to the number of auxiliary game symbol changes held (the number of auxiliary game symbol changes that have not been executed).

  Finally, the center decoration 192 is installed around the effect display device 2140, and has functions such as a flow path of the game ball, protection of the effect display device 2140, and decoration. In addition, the game effect lamp 190 is provided in the game area 120 or an area other than the game area 120, and plays a role of effect by blinking or the like. Further, the game effect lamp 190 (not shown) is provided in the game area 120 or an area other than the game area 120, and plays a role of effect by blinking or the like. The speaker 114 functions to output sound such as voice and music.

  Next, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG. The pachinko gaming machine controls the overall operation of the pachinko gaming machine, and in particular controls the overall game operation such as lottery when entering the first main game starting port 2210 (second main game starting port 2110) (ie, game Main control device (main board) 1000 that performs control directly related to the profits of the player, and effect control means (sub control) that performs display control related to various effects on the effect display device 2140 that adds interest to the game content Main control unit) 2320, an effect display device (sub-sub control unit) 2310 that mainly performs effect display, and supply from the prize ball tank 212 in accordance with the prize ball tank 212, the prize ball rail 214, and each prize opening. A prize ball payout mechanism (set base) 210 having a payout unit 216 for paying out the game balls to be played to the upper ball tray 110, and a prize ball payout control device for controlling a payout operation by the payout unit 216 000, a launching device 232 that launches game balls (reserved balls) of the upper ball tray 110 to the game area 120 one by one, a launch control board 230 that controls the launching operation of the launching device 232, and each part of the pachinko gaming machine A power supply unit 290 that supplies electric power, a power switch 292 that is a switch for turning on and off the power supply of the pachinko gaming machine, and the like are provided on the back surface of the front frame 104 (opposite the game side).

  Next, an 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, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, as described above, pays out game balls based on the main control board 1000 that controls the progress of the game and information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board 1000. Based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the prize ball payout control board 3000 to be controlled, various effects on the effect display device 2140 such as variation / stop of decorative symbols, sound from the speaker 114, A sub-control board 2000 that controls the execution of lighting of the game effect lamp 190 (not shown in FIG. 1), error notification, and the like, and a power supply unit 290 that supplies power to the entire gaming machine including these control boards, It is configured as a subject. The sub-control board 2000 includes a sub-main control unit 2320 for controlling various effects on the effect display device 2140 such as decoration pattern change / stop, sound from the speaker 114, lighting of the game effect lamp 190, and error notification. , Two control units of a sub-sub control unit 2310 that performs display processing such as a decorative symbol variation display / stop display and a hold display or a notice display on the effect display device 2140 are provided. Here, the main control board 1000, the prize ball payout control board 3000, the sub-main control unit 2320, and the sub-sub control unit 2310 include a CPU that performs various arithmetic processes, a ROM that stores a program that prescribes arithmetic processes of the CPU, A RAM that temporarily stores data handled by the CPU (various data generated during the game, computer programs read from the ROM, etc.) is mounted. Hereinafter, a schematic configuration of each substrate and an electrical connection mode between each substrate / device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board 1000 has a ball sensor S {the first main game start entrance entrance detection device 2211, the second main game start entrance entrance detection device 2111, the auxiliary game start entrance entrance detection device 2411, Winning detection device 2121, distribution winning detection device 2221, specific area entrance detection device 2224-1, discharge ball detection device 2224-2, general winning detection device (not shown, but the general entrance is a prize ball , Etc., etc.), drive solenoids (not shown) (usually, large prize opening electric combination solenoid 2122a, distribution large prize opening electric combination solenoid 2222a, etc.), information display LED ( It is electrically connected to an input / output device that is indispensable for the progress of the game, such as (not shown), and controls the progress of the game based on the input signal from each input device. Further, the main control board 1000 is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board 3000 and the sub control board 2000 (sub-main control unit 2320 and sub-sub control part 2310). And the like (commands) relating to the award ball payout control board 3000 and information (commands) relating to performance / game progress etc. to the sub-control board 2000. The main control board 1000 can be connected to the hall computer H or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown), and is connected to the hall computer H via the external connection terminal, whereby the main control board 1000 is connected. The game-related information can be output from an external device to an external device.

  In the present embodiment, as indicated by the arrows in FIG. 9, the main control board 1000 and the winning ball payout control board 3000 are configured to be capable of bidirectional communication, while the main control board 1000 and the sub main The control unit 2320 is configured to allow one-way communication from the main control board 1000 to the sub-main control unit 2320 (the communication method may be either serial communication or parallel communication). The communication between control boards (between control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication. The main control board 1000 and the hall computer H are configured so that one-way communication from the main control board 1000 to the hall computer is possible, and game-related information, discharge ball abnormality information, fraud detection commands, etc. are transmitted. The

  Next, the prize ball payout control board 3000 is a device that can be operated by the player and the prize ball payout mechanism 210 for paying out the game balls. The game ball lending request is received and transmitted to the prize ball payout control board 3000. Connected to the game ball lending device 200. 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, firing motor, ball feeding device). Etc.). In the present embodiment, the game ball lending device 200 is separated and adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball lending device 200 may be integrated with the game machine. Control and management control of a recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be integrated.

  Next, as described above, the sub-control board 2000 is connected to the effect display device 2140 for displaying decorative symbols and the like, the speaker 114, the game effect lamp 190, and other effect drive devices (not shown). In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit 2320 and the sub-sub control unit 2310 are provided in the sub-control board 2000, and the sub-main control unit 2320 controls the sound output from the speaker 114 and the gaming effect ( Lighting) Control of lighting of the lamp 190 and determination control of display contents 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 2310. It is configured. In this embodiment, the sub-main control unit 2320 and the sub-sub control unit 2310 are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board 2000. However, the present invention is not limited to this (configured as a separate board). However, it is possible to reduce the situation that space is merited and noise is mixed into the wiring or the like by being configured to be integrated). Also, the work sharing between the two control units can be changed as appropriate, for example, the sub-sub control unit 2310 executes voice control (suitable when a voice control circuit integrated with the VDP is adopted). Further, an electronic value may be given without giving a physical prize ball as a prize ball.

  Next, various functions of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, the main control device 1000 includes gaming peripheral devices (first main gaming peripheral device A, second main gaming peripheral device B, first and second main gaming shared peripheral device C, auxiliary gaming peripheral device D), A sub-main control unit 2320 (production display control unit 2320) related to the production is connected to a prize ball payout control device 3000 that performs payout control of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control device 1000, so that information can be transmitted. ing. Further, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320) is electrically connected to the sub sub control unit 2310 (effect display means 2310) for executing image effects, various game effect lamps 190 (for example, side lamps), the speaker 114, and the like. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control device 3000 is electrically connected to a prize ball payout device including a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control device 1000, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320), the sub sub control unit 2310 (effect display means 2310), the prize ball payout control device 3000, and the like store data and programs in hardware. ROM, RAM, and elements such as a CPU used for arithmetic processing. In the following description, each means included in the main controller 1000 may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000). For example, each unit included in the peripheral device (for example, the game peripheral device 2000) may be configured to be mounted on the main controller 1000. The details of each means (device) will be described below.

  First, the main control device 1000 includes a game control means 1100 for controlling the main game (first main game, second main game, special game), auxiliary game, and general game, and various game information on the game peripheral device 2000 side. {For example, stop symbol information, stop symbol attribute information {for example, 16R big hit, 8R big hit, 4R big hit, losing}, information on variation mode (for example, variation time), special game start signal / state information / end signal, Information transmission control means 1300 (and a command transmission buffer 1301 for accumulating unsent commands) for transmitting the hold information, etc., and a predetermined winning ball is paid out based on the winning of the game ball to various winning ports. And a prize ball payout determining means 1400 for controlling the prize ball payout control device 3000.

  Here, the game control means 1100 determines whether or not each random number can be acquired by determining whether or not each ball can be acquired, and whether or not the ball determination means 1110 determines whether the game ball flows into each ball entrance (starting port, etc.). Random number acquisition determination execution means 1120 for acquiring each random number, a hold control means 1130 for temporarily storing a ball entering each start port during a variable display as a hold ball within an upper limit number, and a first to be described later On the basis of each random number, a lottery means 1135 for lottery for determining whether the special game is successful or not and whether the second main game starting port electric accessory 2112 is open based on the main game side random number, the second main game side random number, and the auxiliary game side random number, Symbol content determination means 1140 for determining the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of each symbol, display control means 1150 for controlling the variation and stop display of each symbol, and the second main game start port 21 0 for controlling the opening / closing of the second main game start opening electric accessory 2112 and the special control for controlling the special game advantageous to the player over the normal game. With respect to the game control means 1170, the first main game, the second main game, and the auxiliary game, a determination as to which game state the current game state is to be transferred to, and a process for changing the game state based on the determination Specific game control means 1180 and current and past game states [e.g. main game state {normal game state, specific game state (probability game state, time-reduced game state), special game state}, auxiliary game state ( Easy release state, non-easy release state), stop symbol and variation mode information related to the main game symbol and auxiliary game symbol, on / off status of various flags, game state during special game (for example, It has a game state temporary storage means 1190 for temporarily storing the number of rounds and the winning number information) or the like, the. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the entrance determination means 1110 is directed to the first main game start entrance entrance determination means 1111 and the second main game start entrance 2110 that determine whether or not a game ball has entered the first main game start entrance 2210. Second main game start opening entrance determining means 1112 that determines whether or not a game ball has entered, and auxiliary game entrance entrance determination that determines whether or not a game ball has flowed into the auxiliary game start opening 2410 Means 1113.

  Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means 1120 determines whether or not to acquire the first main game side random number based on the game ball entering the first main game start port 2210, and according to the determination result, A first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 for acquiring random numbers (for example, a first winning random number, a first variation mode determination random number, a first main game symbol determination random number, etc.) and a game to the second main game start port 2110 It is determined whether or not the second main game random number is acquired based on the incoming ball, and the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second main game symbol, etc.) according to the determination result A second main game random number acquisition determination execution unit 1122 for acquiring a determined random number, etc., and determining whether or not the auxiliary game side selection random number can be acquired, and executing an auxiliary game random number acquisition determination for acquiring the random number based on the determination result Means 1123.

  Here, the “random number” in the claims and the present specification including the above is, for example, “0” to “65535” or “random number” assigned according to the type of random number (for example, a winning random number or a variation mode determining random number). It is a value randomly selected from a predetermined range such as “0” to “255”. The random number may not be a mathematically generated random number, but 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 value is expressed in order along the random number sequence (plus one method), the next value when the final value of the random number sequence is expressed (initial value) ) With a contingent value (initial value update method), a combination of these, and the like.

  Next, the hold control means 1130 determines whether or not to temporarily store the first main game random number acquired in a situation where the first main game symbol variation permission has not been given, and based on the determination result, the random number is determined. The first main game symbol holding means 1131 for holding in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a until the symbol change permission is lowered, and the second acquired in the situation where the second main game symbol change permission is not lowered. It is determined whether or not the main game side random number is temporarily stored, and based on the determination result, the second main game symbol for holding the random number in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a until the symbol variation permission is lowered. It is determined whether or not to temporarily store the holding game 1132 and the auxiliary game side random number acquired in a situation where the auxiliary game symbol variation permission has not been granted, and the random number is reduced based on the determination result. Up has an auxiliary game symbol hold means 1133 for holding the auxiliary game symbol reservation information temporary storage means 1133a, the. Here, the first main game symbol holding means 1131, the second main game symbol holding means 1132 and the auxiliary game symbol holding means 1133 can temporarily store up to four random numbers combined with the holding order. The first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a, the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a are provided.

  Next, the success / failure lottery means 1135 determines whether or not to win a special game if the result of the success / failure lottery is a win (for example, internally turns on the winning flag), and the success / failure lottery means 1135a. And a success / failure lottery table 1135b which is referred to when performing. Here, the success / failure lottery table 1135b performs the first main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-1 referred to when performing the success / failure lottery with respect to the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol with respect to success / failure lottery. And a second main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-3 referred to at the time. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the symbol content determination means 1140 determines the stop symbol and variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (first main game random number). A second main game content determination unit 1142 that determines a stop pattern and a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol based on the determination unit 1141 and the acquired game content determination random number (second main game random number); And auxiliary game content determination means 1143 for determining a stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number.

  Here, the first main game content determination means 1141 has a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol or a variation mode related to the first main game symbol, The first main game content determination lottery table 1141a includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the gaming state (for example, with regard to the gaming state, the lottery table for the first main game normal gaming state, Probability change game → first main game probability change game state lottery table, time reduction game → first main game time reduction game state lottery table). The second main game content determination means 1142 has a second main game content determination lottery table 1142a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol or a variation mode related to the second main game symbol. The two main game content determination lottery table 1142a includes various lottery tables that differ depending on the result of the success / failure and the game state (for example, with regard to the game state, the lottery table for the second main game normal game state, the probability Floating game → second main game probability variable game state lottery table, time reduction game → second main game time reduction game state lottery table). An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Furthermore, the auxiliary game content determination means 1143 has an auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a that is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol, and the auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a includes: Various winning tables that differ depending on the game state are provided (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability variation game and time shortening game → auxiliary game time shortening lottery table).

  Next, the display control means 1150 controls the first main game symbol display unit 2130 of the first main game symbol display device 2130 to stop and display after changing the first main game symbol for a predetermined time. On the game symbol control means 1151 and the second main game symbol display unit 2231 of the second main game symbol display device 2230, the second main game symbol is controlled to stop and display after changing the second main game symbol for a predetermined time. If random numbers are temporarily stored in the control means 1152, the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a, and the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, the random number hold means temporarily Main game symbol hold release control means 1154 for determining whether to prioritize fluctuations in the main game symbol based on the stored random number, and the auxiliary game symbol display unit 242 of the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 Above, and an auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 for performing the control for stopping the display after varying the predetermined time auxiliary game design.

  Here, the first main game symbol control means 1151 further includes first main game symbol change time management means 1151a for managing the change time according to the change mode determined by the first main game content determination means 1141. doing. The first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a further includes a first main game symbol variation management timer 1151a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Next, the second main game symbol control means 1152 further has second main game symbol change time management means 1152a for managing the change time according to the change mode determined by the second main game content determination means 1142. doing. The second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a further includes a second main game symbol variation management timer 1152a-1 (decrement counter) that can be cleared to zero. Further, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 has auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a for managing the variation time of the auxiliary game symbols on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421 of the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420. . The auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a further includes an auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 capable of measuring time.

  Next, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 includes a condition determining means 1161 for determining whether or not a condition for performing a process for opening and closing the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110 is satisfied. And an opening timer 1162 for measuring the driving (opening) time of the electric accessory 2112 in the second main game starting port 2110.

  Next, the special game control means 1170 determines whether or not the conditions for shifting to the special game are satisfied. Specifically, the special game (bonus) execution permission flag is generated. If the condition determination means 1171 for determining whether or not there is satisfied and the special game transition condition is satisfied, the contents of the special game (specifically, the big winning opening to be opened, the number of rounds, the time between rounds) )) In the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and a special game (big hit) in which the normal prize winning port 2120 or the distribution big prize winning port 2220 is opened under a predetermined condition. A special game execution control means 1173 for executing, a distribution big prize opening control means 1174 for executing a special game (big hit) in which the distribution big prize opening 2220 is opened under a predetermined condition, And a normal and special winning opening control means 1175, for performing a special game (jackpot) that the normal winning opening 2120 to the open state under a predetermined condition. Here, the special game content determination unit 1172 includes a special game content reference table 1172a that is referred to when specifying the content of the special game to be set in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and at the time of execution of the special game. It further has an open / close mode determination table 1172b for determining the open / close mode of the distribution large winning port 2220 and the normal special winning port 2120 (details of the special game content reference table 1172a are not shown). The special game execution control means 1173 further includes a round number counter 1173a for measuring the number of rounds, and an end demo execution timer 1173b for measuring the execution time of the end demo display. Further, the distribution prize winning control means 1174 includes a distribution round timer 1174a for managing the opening / closing timing of the distribution big prize opening 2220, and a distribution prize waiting timer 1174b for measuring the distribution prize waiting time. , A distribution round end timer 1174c for timing the round end standby time, a discharge standby timer 1174d for timing the time for discharging the game ball that has entered the distribution large prize opening 2220, and a distribution prize detection device A distribution winning prize counter 1174e that measures the game balls detected by 2221; a discharge number counter 1174f that measures the game balls detected by the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 and the discharge ball detection device 2224-2; and a shielding member Shield member drive control means 1174-1 for controlling the displacement drive of 2224a is further provided. The shielding member drive control means 1174-1 further includes a specific area winning standby timer 1174-1a for measuring the specific area winning standby time. Also, the normal winning a prize opening control means 1175 includes a normal round timer 1175a for managing the opening / closing timing of the normal winning a prize opening 2120, a normal winning awaiting timer 1175b for measuring a normal winning awaiting time, and a round end waiting time. And a normal round end timer 1175c for measuring the game time, and a normal winning number counter 1175d for measuring the game ball detected by the normal winning detection device 2121.

  Next, the specific game control means 1180 has specific game end condition determination means 1181 for determining whether or not the end condition for the specific game state is satisfied. Here, the specific game end condition determining means 1181 further includes a probability variation number counter 1181a capable of counting the probability variation game number, and a time reduction number counter 1181b capable of counting the time reduction number. Here, the “specific game” means, for example, a probability variation game in which a lottery probability for a special game is higher than that in a normal game or a time shortening game in which the variation time of a main game symbol is relatively shorter than that in a normal game. Point to.

  Here, in the present embodiment, during the time reduction, the variation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively shortened (time reduction function) as compared with the non-time reduction. Furthermore, the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol is also relatively shortened, and the opening extension time of the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110 is relatively extended (opening time extension function). In addition, the time reduction in this embodiment ends when the total value of the number of changes in the first main game symbol and the number of changes in the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number (excluding a probability change game with no time limit limitation). ). That is, the number of time reductions is configured to be subtracted every time the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol fluctuate (stop). The above-mentioned specific game end condition determining means 1181 has, for example, a function of performing a lottery transition from a specific game (for example, a probability-change game or a time-reduced game) to a normal game with a predetermined probability every time a symbol changes. Good (in the case of pachinko machines with a falling lottery function).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means 1190 is a first main game state temporary storage means for temporarily storing the current game state in the first main game (game from the change of the first main game symbol to the stop). 1191, second main game state temporary storage means 1192 for temporarily storing the current game state in the second main game (game from the change of the second main game symbol to the stop), and current in the auxiliary game Auxiliary game state temporary storage means 1193 for temporarily storing the game state and the current game state in the special game (for example, the number of rounds, the number of game balls won in any round, on / off of various flags related to the special game, etc.) Special game-related information temporary storage means 1194 for temporary storage, and the current game state in the specific game (for example, the remaining number of time reductions, each of the specific game Specific game related information temporary storage means 1195 for temporarily storing flag on / off and the like, and the current game state in the distributed game (for example, whether there is a prize, on / off of various flags related to the distributed game, etc.) are temporarily stored. Distribution game-related information temporary storage means 1197 for performing the game.

  Here, the first main game state temporary storage means 1191 is a first flag temporary storage means 1191a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states related to the first main game, and the first main game state that is currently changing. And a first main game symbol information temporary storage means 1191b for temporarily storing stop symbols and variation mode information related to the game symbols (first main game symbols satisfying the change start condition).

  The second main game state temporary storage means 1192 includes second flag temporary storage means 1192a for temporarily storing ON / OFF information of various flags in various game states related to the second main game, and the second main game that is currently changing. There is a second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1192b for temporarily storing the stop symbol and the variation mode information related to the symbol (second main game symbol for which the variation start condition is satisfied).

  The auxiliary game state temporary storage unit 1193 temporarily stores information related to the auxiliary game (for example, on / off information of various flags such as an auxiliary game symbol winning flag, a release extension flag, and a time reduction flag). It has storage means 1193a and auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b for temporarily storing information such as stop symbols related to the currently changing auxiliary game symbols (auxiliary game symbols for which change start conditions are established). .

  Next, the gaming peripheral device 2000 will be described. Since some of the peripheral devices have already been described in detail, the remaining configuration will be briefly described. First, the game peripheral devices are a first main game peripheral device A that is a peripheral device on the first main game side, a second main game peripheral device B that is a peripheral device on the second main game side, and a first main game side. The first and second main game shared peripheral devices C, which are shared peripheral devices on the second main game side, the auxiliary game peripheral device D related to the auxiliary game, the sub main control unit 2320 (effect display control means 2320), the sub sub control Part 2310 (effect display device 2140) and the like. Here, the effects controlled by the sub-main control unit 2320 are included in the game results, including the variation of the decoration pattern in time synchronized with the variation of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol. It concerns only the display of information that has no effect. Hereinafter, these peripheral devices will be described in order.

  First, the first main game peripheral device A includes a first main game start port 2210 that triggers the transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device 2130 that can display stop and change display of the first main game symbol. ,have.

  Next, the second main game peripheral device B has a second main game start port 2110 that triggers the transition to the special game, and a second main game symbol display device 2230 capable of displaying a stop and change display of the second main game symbol. And have.

  Next, the first and second main game shared peripheral devices C are in a closed state in the normal game, and a predetermined condition in a round other than a predetermined round (for example, odd round) of the special game (big hit) The regular prize winning opening 2120 that is open below and the distribution prize that is in the closed state during the normal game and is open under the predetermined condition during the distribution game in the predetermined round of the special game And a mouth 2220. The other configurations have been described above and will not be described.

  Next, the auxiliary game peripheral device D includes an auxiliary game start port 2410 that triggers the opening of the second main game start port electric accessory 2112 of the second main game start port 2110, and a stop display and change display of the auxiliary game symbols. And an auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 capable of supporting the above.

  Here, the effect display control means (sub-main control section) 2320, display information receiving means 2321 for receiving various information from the main control device 1000 side, decoration pattern variation mode and stop symbol determination processing and display Decoration design display control means 2322 for controlling the control process, equipment hold information display control means 2323 for managing the number of decoration symbols held and holding display processing, and production general information temporarily for temporarily storing information related to the production control. A storage unit 2324; an error control unit 2325 that performs control processing related to notification of various errors; and an information transmission / reception control unit 2400 that controls transmission / reception of information to / from the sub-sub control unit 2310 side. Hereafter, each said means is explained in full detail.

  First, the display information receiving means 2321 has main-side information temporary storage means 2321a for temporarily storing symbol information and display instruction information related to the first main game and the second main game from the main controller 1000 side. .

  Next, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 is based on the information from the main controller 1000 side, and the decorative symbol display content determining means 2322a for determining the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol, and the decorative symbol display variation A drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c for temporarily storing various types of information (variation mode information, stop symbol information, various flags, etc.), and a diagram variation time management timer 2322d for measuring the variation time of the decorative symbols, ,have. Here, the drawing display content determination means 2322a has a drawing variation content determination lottery (reference) table 2322a-1 that is referred to when determining the stop symbol and variation mode of the decorative symbol. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 has a drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323a for temporarily storing information related to the hold related to the decorative design.

  Further, the effect display means (sub-sub control unit) 2310 is an image display control means for displaying an image on the decorative symbol display area 2311, the first hold display part 2312a, and the second hold display part 2312b which are display areas on the effect display device 2140. 2313 and sub information transmission / reception control means 2450 for controlling information transmission / reception with the sub main control unit 2320 side. Here, the image display control unit 2313 further includes an image display related information temporary storage unit 2313a for temporarily storing commands received from the sub main control unit 2320 side and information related to various image displays.

  The first main game symbol display device 2130, the second main game symbol display device 2230, and the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 are connected to the main control device 1000 so as to be able to transmit information, and the remaining effect display means 2310 is an effect. The display control unit 2320 is connected to be able to transmit information. That is, the first main game symbol display device 2130, the second main game symbol display device 2230, and the auxiliary game symbol display device 2420 are controlled by the main control device 1000, and the effect display means 2310 is controlled by the effect display control means 2320. Means that. In addition, you may comprise so that another peripheral device may be controlled via the main controller 1000 and the other peripheral device controlled by one-way communication (one-way communication).

  Next, FIG. 11 is a main flowchart showing the flow of general processing performed by main controller 1000. After powering on the gaming machine, the process of FIG. That is, after the gaming machine is turned on and initialized (not shown), the main controller 1000 confirms the input port of the RAM clear button in Step 4002 and resets the RAM (Clear button) of the power supply unit 290. Button) has been operated, that is, whether or not an operation of clearing the contents of the RAM has been performed intentionally by a game hall manager or the like. In the case of Yes in step 4002, in step 4004, main controller 1000 clears all RAM contents (for example, information in game state temporary storage means 1190) on the main controller 1000 side. Next, in step 4006, the information transmission control means 1300 transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board 1000 has been cleared to the sub main control unit 2320 side (even if it is transmitted at this timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 4018. On the other hand, if No in step 4002, the main controller 1000 checks the contents of the RAM area in the main controller 1000 in step 4008 (for example, stored in the checksum and RAM area recorded at the time of power interruption). Comparison with the amount of information). Next, in step 4010, main controller 1000 determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are not normal based on the check result (whether or not the information at the time of power failure has been backed up to RAM correctly). If YES in step 4010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the processing proceeds to step 4004 (RAM clear processing described above). On the other hand, if it is No in step 4010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in step 4012, main controller 1000 transmits various information commands to sub-main controller 2320 side (transmits at this timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted by a control command transmission process described later). Next, at step 4013, main controller 1000 refers to the flag area of specific game related information temporary storage means 1195, and determines whether or not the probability change transition reservation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 4013, in step 4014, main controller 1000 transmits a high profit redisplay command to sub-main control unit 2320 (may be transmitted at this timing, or set a command at this timing. (Alternatively, it may be configured to transmit in a control command transmission process to be described later), and the process proceeds to step 4015. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 4013, the process proceeds to step 4015. Next, in step 4015, the main controller 1000 resets the distribution prize counter 1174e and the discharge number counter 1174f, and proceeds to step 4018. In this process, by resetting the distribution winning prize counter value and the discharge number counter value, it is possible to recover from the discharge ball abnormality. Next, in step 4018, the main controller 1000 triggers an execution scheduled interrupt (for example, a hardware interrupt about every 1.5 ms) related to the main process on the main controller 1000 side indicated by step 1000 in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is set to T) (as a result, when the execution scheduled interrupt timing is reached, step 1000 in the figure is executed), and the process proceeds to step 4020. . After the transition to step 4020, main controller 1000 repeatedly executes various random number update processing (for example, random number counter increment processing) until the next scheduled interrupt timing is reached.

  Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. Main controller 1000 executes the process shown in FIG. 5B based on an interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, triggered by the arrival of the scheduled interrupt period T (for example, a hardware interrupt about every 1.5 ms), in step 1100, the main controller 1000 executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1200, main controller 1000 executes an electric accessory driving determination process described later. Next, at step 1300, main controller 1000 executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process, which will be described later. Next, at step 1400, main controller 1000 executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, at step 2000, main controller 1000 executes a special game operating condition determination process described later. Next, at step 2100, main controller 1000 executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 3000, main controller 1000 (especially prize ball payout determining means 1400) receives a prize ball payout control process (drive control of prize ball payout mechanism 210, etc.) based on a winning opening where a game ball has won. The payout control board 3000 is executed and processing for managing the result is executed. Next, in step 3100, main controller 1000 executes external signal output processing (information output to external terminal board, hall computer H, etc.) (game-related information, discharge ball abnormality information, fraud detection command, etc.). Send). Next, at step 3200, main controller 1000 transmits a control command transmission process (the command set in each process described above is transmitted to the sub-main control unit side, and the sub-main control unit 2320 side performs an effect according to the command. To return to the process that was being executed immediately before the execution of this interrupt process.

  Next, NMI interrupt processing will be described. As described above, the main controller 1000 is configured such that the power interruption signal from the reset IC is input to the NMI terminal of the CPU, and the process of FIG. Is done. That is, when the gaming machine is powered off (NMI interrupt in this example), in step 4604, main controller 1000 sets power interruption information (for example, checksum) based on the information in the RAM area. Next, in step 4606, main controller 1000 prohibits writing to the RAM area, prohibits timer interrupt processing, and shifts to power-off waiting loop processing.

  Next, FIG. 12 is a flowchart of auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in Step 1102, the auxiliary game entrance entrance determination means 1113 determines whether or not a game ball enters (inflow, passes in the case of a gate) into the auxiliary game entrance 2410. In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 refers to the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a, and determines whether or not the number of hold balls is not the upper limit (for example, 4). . In the case of Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 acquires an auxiliary game content determination random number (for example, an auxiliary game symbol winning random number). Next, at step 1108, the auxiliary game symbol holding means 1133 adds 1 to the holding ball in such a manner that the random number is set in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a together with information on what number of the hold is. Return to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in Step 1102 or Step 1104, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the electric accessory drive determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the flag area of the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a and determines whether or not the electric accessory open flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 refers to the flag area of the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a to determine whether or not the auxiliary game symbol changing flag is off. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the auxiliary game content determination unit 1143 accesses the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1133a and determines whether or not there is a hold ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game content determination unit 1143 refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage unit 1193 to acquire the auxiliary game side game state (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag), and Referring to the auxiliary game content determination lottery table 1143a, a stop symbol is determined based on the acquired auxiliary game side gaming state and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, when the auxiliary game short time flag is on) Is selected with a higher probability than in the case of being off) and temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b. Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game symbol variation time managing means 1153a stores the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 in the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1 based on the game state on the auxiliary game side (flag state of the auxiliary game short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is on, and 30 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) related to the variable time is set. In step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 turns on the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding means 1133 updates the hold information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1133a after subtracting 1 from the reserved ball related to the auxiliary game symbol, and also assists. The game symbol control means 1153 starts the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153 a-1, and then starts the auxiliary game symbol variation display on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421. Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol variation time management means 1153a refers to the auxiliary game symbol variation management timer 1153a-1, and determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the variation time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. To do. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 refers to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means 1193b, acquires the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and stops the acquired auxiliary game symbol. The symbol is fixedly displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display unit 2421. In step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means 1153 turns off the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Next, in step 1230, the condition determination means 1161 determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is “winning”. In the case of Yes in Step 1230, in Step 1232, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 relates to the opening time of the electric accessory in the opening timer 1162 based on the auxiliary gaming side gaming state (the flag state of the auxiliary gaming short time flag). A predetermined time (for example, 6 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is on, and 0.5 seconds when the auxiliary game short flag is off) is set. Next, in step 1234, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 turns on the electric accessory open flag in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. In step 1236, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 opens the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110. Next, at step 1238, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 refers to the release timer 1162, and determines whether or not a predetermined time related to the opening time of the electric accessory has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1238, in step 1240 and step 1242, the electric accessory opening / closing control means 1160 closes the electric accessory 2112 of the second main game starting port 2110, and in the auxiliary game related information temporary storage means 1193a. Turns off the electric-worker opening flag and returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  If NO in step 1202, the process proceeds to step 1238. If NO in step 1204, the process proceeds to step 1224. If NO in step 1206, step 1224, step 1230, or step 1238, this subroutine is executed. Return to the caller of.

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

  Next, FIG. 14 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, whether or not the first main game start port entrance determining means 1111 has received the first main game start port entrance information from the first entrance detection device 2211 of the first main game start port 2210. Determine. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 refers to the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a and holds on the main game (especially the first main game side). It is determined whether or not the number of spheres is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1304, in step 1306, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1121 acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, the winning lottery random number for determining the success / failure, the symbol lottery random number for determining the winning symbol, and the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol are determined. The three random numbers of the variation mode lottery random numbers to acquire are acquired. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated from random number generation means having different update periods and random number ranges, and are sequentially acquired at this timing. Next, in Step 1308, the first main game symbol hold means 1131 stores the first main game content determination random number in the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a. Next, in step 1310, the information transmission control means 1300 sets information (holding occurrence command) indicating that the first main game random number has been acquired in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit 2320. To do. Next, in step 1311, the information transmission control means 1300 sets a prize ball command to the prize ball payout control board 3000 in the command sending buffer 1301 (to the prize ball payout control board 3000 side by the control command sending process in step 3200). The process proceeds to step 1312. Next, at step 1312, whether or not the second main game start entrance entering determination means 1112 has received the second main game start entrance entrance information from the second entrance detection device 2111 of the second main game start entrance 2110. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 1312, in step 1314, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and holds for the main game (especially the second main game side). It is determined whether or not the number of spheres is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1314, in step 1316, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1122 acquires the second main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the second main game content determination random number, three random numbers of the success / failure lottery random number, the symbol lottery random number, and the variation mode lottery random number are acquired as in the first main game content determination means. Incidentally, the acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and the acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, the first lottery random number for the first main game and the right lottery random number for the second main game) Are set to the same range. Next, in step 1318, the second main game symbol hold means 1132 stores the second main game content determination random number in the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a. Next, in step 1320, the information transmission control means 1300 sets information indicating that the second main game random number has been acquired (pending occurrence command) in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit 2320. To do. Next, in step 1321, the information transmission control means 1300 sets a prize ball command to the prize ball payout control board 3000 in the command sending buffer 1301 (to the prize ball payout control board 3000 side by the control command sending process in step 3200). And return to the caller of this subroutine. If NO in step 1302 or step 1304, the process proceeds to step 1312. If NO in step 1312 or step 1314, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  In the present embodiment, information indicating that a random number has been acquired is transmitted as information to be transmitted to the sub-main control unit 2320 in steps 1310 and 1320. However, the random number information and the main game symbol are transmitted. The number of reservations may be attached and transmitted, and the information indicating that a random number has been acquired can be substituted by these pieces of information.

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the main game symbol hold release control means 1154 refers to the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a, and confirms whether there is no hold of the second main game symbol. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), main controller 1000 executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), main controller 1000 executes a second main game symbol display process described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Thus, in the present embodiment, when there is a holding ball of the second main game symbol, regardless of the presence of the holding ball of the first main game symbol (even if the winning order is the holding of the first main game symbol) However, this is not limited to this, but it is not limited to this (the pending digest based on the winning order and both main game symbols are simultaneously executed in parallel). It may be configured to execute a parallel lottery for lottery.

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display process (second main game symbol display process) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. In addition, since this process is substantially the same process on the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol side, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the processing on the second main game symbol side will be described. Use parentheses. First, in step 1403, the first main game content determination unit 1141 (second main game content determination unit 1142) determines whether or not a change start condition is satisfied. Here, the condition for starting the change is 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 on hold.

  Next, in step 1405 and step 1406, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) is a first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1131a (second main game symbol hold information temporary). The first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) related to the current symbol variation, which is temporarily stored in the storage unit 1132a), is read, and the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit 1131a (first storage) The two main game symbol hold information temporary storage means 1132a) are deleted and the remaining temporarily stored information is shifted (holding digestion process). Next, in Step 1410-1, the winning / not-lotting means 1135 refers to the first main gaming winning / losing lottery table 1135b-1 (second main gaming winning / losing lottery table 1135b-3) corresponding to each gaming state. Based on 1 main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, a winning lottery random number), a main game symbol winning lottery is executed.

  Here, FIG. 17 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-1 (second main game success / failure lottery table 1135b-3). As shown in this example, in this embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability varying gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-stochastic varying gaming state. Note that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this. Further, in the present embodiment, the hit (so-called small hit) where the gaming state cannot be changed is not illustrated, but a small hit may be generated (winning for the small hit).

  Next, in step 1410-2, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) determines the first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content determination lottery table 1142a). ) To determine the stop symbols for the main game symbols based on the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number) The first main game symbol information temporary storage means 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1192b) is temporarily stored.

  Here, FIG. 17 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content determination lottery table 1142a) (particularly, an example of a stop symbol determination table). . As shown in this example, in this embodiment, when a big hit is won, a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, “4A · 3A · 5A · 7A” and “5B · 7B · 9B”) One main game symbol is determined as a jackpot symbol from the inside. As will be described later, in this embodiment, based on the type of jackpot symbol, the opening mode of the big prize opening (the distribution big prize mouth and the normal big prize mouth) at the time of the round is determined (a certain big hit symbol) And other jackpot symbols may be different in the manner of opening the big prize opening), and depending on the opening style of the big prize opening, the ease of transition to the probability variation gaming state is the type of jackpot symbol It is configured to be different depending on the case. The other symbol types are merely 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 may be provided. When a specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the state of change of the main game symbol and / or the selection rate is different from that before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed (limited frequency state). May be configured}.

  Next, in step 1410-3, the first main game content determination means 1141 (second main game content determination means 1142) determines the first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content) corresponding to each game state. Refer to the content determination lottery table 1142a) and change the main game symbol based on the main game symbol determination lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (first main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number). The mode is determined, and these are temporarily stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b), and the process proceeds to Step 1415.

  Here, FIG. 17 (main game table 3) is an example of a first main game content determination lottery table 1141a (second main game content determination lottery table 1142a) (particularly, an example of a variation mode determination table). . As shown in this example, the present embodiment is configured such that the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol is determined based on the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result and the main game short time flag state. In other words, when the main game symbol winning / losing lottery result is a win, it is easy to determine a variation mode in which the variation time is relatively long, and when the main game short-time flag is off (relative to the short-time game state) The variation mode in which the variation time is short is easily determined. This example is merely an example, and is not limited to the type of stop symbol, the selection rate, or the like. Further, in the present embodiment, for convenience of explanation, it is not configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls, but needless to say, it may be configured to have a different table according to the number of reserved balls. Absent. Furthermore, the symbol variation time on the first main game side in the time reduction game state (when the main game short time flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long (the symbol on the second main game side). When the change is configured to be advantageous for the player, the second main game side is likely to be suspended by reducing the symbol variation efficiency on the first main game side (advantageous for the player). This is particularly effective when the start port on the first main game side and the start port on the second main game side cannot be distinguished).

  Next, in step 1415, the information transmission control means 1300 causes the command (stop symbol) relating to the main game symbol temporarily stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage means 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage means 1192b). Information, stop symbol attribute information, variation mode information, etc.) and a command related to the current gaming state (symbol variation display start instruction command) are set in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit 2320 side. . Next, in step 1416, the first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a (second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a) uses the predetermined time related to the variation time of the main game symbol for the first main game symbol variation management. The timer 1151a-1 (second main game symbol variation management timer 1152a-1) is set. In step 1417, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) is the first main game symbol of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). On the display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231), in accordance with the variation mode stored in the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b), Start the variable display. Next, in step 1418, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) turns on the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). To do. In step 1420, the first main game symbol variation time management means 1151a (second main game symbol variation time management means 1152a) determines whether or not a predetermined time relating to the variation time of the main game symbol has been reached. If Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the information transmission control unit 1300 transmits a command transmission symbol (symbol confirmation display instruction command) to the sub-main control unit 2320, indicating that the symbol variation has ended. Set to 1301. Next, in step 1423, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) makes the first main game of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). The change display of the main game symbol on the symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) is stopped, and the first main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1191b (second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1192b) is stopped. The stored stop symbol is displayed and controlled as a fixed stop symbol. Next, in step 1424, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152) turns off the changing flag in the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). To.

  Next, in step 1430, the special game transition determining means 1135a 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 special game transition determining unit 1135a turns on the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194. On the other hand, if No at step 1430, step 1432 is skipped.

  Next, at step 1450, main controller 1000 executes a specific game end determination process, which will be described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. If No in step 1434, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  In the case of No in step 1403, in step 1419, the first main game symbol control means 1151 (second main game symbol control means 1152), the first flag temporary storage means 1191a (second flag temporary storage means 1192a). ) Is referred to, and it is determined whether or not the changing flag is ON. If Yes in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420. If No in step 1419, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the probability variation counter 1181a and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1504, the specific game control means 1180 decrements the counter value of the probability variation counter 1181a by 1. Next, in step 1506, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the probability variation counter 1181a and determines whether or not the counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1506, in step 1510, the specific game control unit 1180 turns off the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage unit 1195, and proceeds to step 1512. Note that if the answer is No in step 1502 or 1506, the process also proceeds to step 1512.

  Next, in step 1512, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time reduction counter 1181 b and determines whether or not the counter value is greater than zero. In the case of Yes in step 1512, in step 1514, the specific game control means 1180 decrements the counter value of the time reduction counter 1181b by 1. Next, in step 1516, the specific game control means 1180 refers to the time reduction counter 1181b and determines whether or not the counter value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1516, in step 1518, the specific game control unit 1180 turns off the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage unit 1195. Next, in step 1520, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in step 1512 or step 1516, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of special game operation condition determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2000 in FIG. First, in step 2002, the condition determination means 1171 is on the first main game symbol display unit 2131 (second main game symbol display unit 2231) of the first main game symbol display device 2130 (second main game symbol display device 2230). It is determined whether or not the main game symbol displayed on is stopped. In the case of Yes in step 2002, in step 2004, the condition determination means 1171 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2004, in step 2006, the condition determination means 1171 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2006, in step 2007, it is determined whether or not the main game symbol that is currently stopped is a long release fixed symbol (7A, 7B in this example). In addition, the long release confirmed symbol includes a round in which the opening mode of the distribution big prize opening 2220 in the special game related to the long release confirmed symbol is long release B, and the player stops the long release confirmed symbol It is a main game symbol that can be recognized that the long opening is included in the opening mode of the distribution prize winning opening 2220 sometimes. Next, in step 2008, the special game content determination means 1172 sets a long release confirmation command to the sub side (transmitted to the sub main control unit 2000 side in the control command transmission process of step 3200). Shift to 2009. On the other hand, when the result in step 2007 is No, the process proceeds to step 2009. Next, in step 2009, the special game content determination unit 1172 sets the content of the special game in the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 by referring to the special game content reference table 1172a based on the predetermined mode. .

  Next, in step 2010, the specific game flags (main game probability change flag, main game short flag, auxiliary game short flag) in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195 are temporarily turned off. Next, in step 2012, the specific game control means 1180 resets the counter value of the probability variation counter 1181a (zero clear). Next, in step 2014, the specific game control means 1180 resets the counter value of the time-count counter 1181b (clears to zero) and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2002, Step 2004, or Step 2006, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 2100 in FIG. First, in step 2102, the special game execution control means 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2102, in step 2150, the special game execution control means 1173 executes a special game start control process described later. Next, in step 2200, the special game execution control means 1173 executes a distribution prize winning control process described later. Next, in step 2600, the special game execution control means 1173 executes a normal special winning opening control process described later. Next, in step 2900, the special game execution control means 1173 executes a special game end control process described later, and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2102, the special game execution control means 1173 determines that it is not time to execute the special game, and returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the special game start control process according to the subroutine of step 2150 in FIG. First, in step 2152, the special game execution control means 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2152, in step 2156, the special game execution control means 1173 turns on a special game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2158, the information transmission control means 1300 sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start the special game in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side. . Next, in step 2160, the special game execution control means 1173 sets (initializes) 1 to the round number counter 1173a, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2152, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the large allocation prize opening control process according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. First, in step 2202, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 refers to the round number counter 1173a to determine whether or not the counter value is an odd number (whether or not to shift to the probability-variable gaming state after the special game is finished). Whether or not it is an odd-numbered round in which the sorting game is determined. In the case of Yes in step 2202, in step 2204, the allocation large winning opening control unit 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage unit 1197, and determines whether or not the allocation control continuing flag is on. Determine. If Yes in step 2204, the process proceeds to step 2300. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2204, in step 2206, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 turns on the distribution control continuing flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197. Next, in step 2208, the distribution large winning opening control means 1174 refers to the opening / closing mode determination table 1172b (see FIG. 23), and based on the big win symbol and the counter value of the round number counter 1173a, the distribution large in the relevant round. The opening mode of the winning opening 2220 is set.

  Here, FIG. 23 is an example of an opening mode determination table 1172b that is referred to when determining the opening mode of the special winning opening. As shown in the figure, the special game according to the present embodiment is configured such that the distribution big prize opening 2220 and the normal big prize opening 2120 are alternately opened. More specifically, the odd-numbered round opens the allocation prize winning port 2220, and when the allocation large-number winning prize opening 2220 is finished, the next round (even-numbered round) is performed, and the even-numbered round has the normal prize winning opening 2120. When the opening of the regular prize winning opening 2120 is completed, the transition to the next round (odd round) is continued until the final round is completed. In this embodiment, the special game related to all the jackpot symbols is a 16-round special game. However, each round has an opening mode (a short opening that hardly obtains a ball and a long opening A and a ball that are easy to acquire a ball) To the specific area 2224 at the time of opening of the big prize winning opening 2220 determined to shift to the probability variation gaming state after the special game is ended by the combination of the long opening B) and the entry into the specific area 2224 provided inside The player's profit for each jackpot symbol is different depending on the combination of the ease of entering the ball (opening mode of the distribution large winning opening 2220 in odd-numbered rounds). For example, in the special game related to the jackpot symbol 4A, since only the second R, fourth R, sixth R, and eighth R are long open, it is possible to obtain four rounds (so-called, substantially four rounds). It does not shift to the probability variation gaming state after the end (or it is difficult to shift). On the other hand, in the special games related to the jackpot symbols 7A and 7B, since all the rounds are long open, it is possible to obtain 16 rounds, and the state shifts to the probability variation game state after the special game ends (or transition) Easy to do).

  In addition, by configuring the distribution grand prize winning port 2220 and the regular grand prize winning port 2120 to be alternately opened, during the passage of the prize waiting time after the closing of the one big prize winning port, the other large game winning the next round. It will be possible to start opening the winning opening. As a result, the period during which any big winning opening is closed is shortened, so that the game balls launched by the player do not enter any big winning opening (so-called waste balls) can be reduced. As well as being able to reduce the time required to digest special games.

  In addition, when the distribution big prize opening 2220 and the normal big prize opening 2120 are alternately opened, a round is given to the distribution big prize opening 2220 to enter a game ball (which becomes long open) with a plurality of odd numbers. Can be set from round. For example, in the special game related to the big hit symbol “3A”, the distribution winning prize opening 2220 is opened in the open mode of the long opening A in the seventh R, while in the special game related to the big hit symbol “5A” “5B”, In the 9th R, the large allocation winning opening 2220 is opened in the open mode of the long opening A. In this way, by giving variations to the timing of the long opening of the distribution large winning opening 2220, it is shown that the round in which the distribution large winning opening 2220 can be long opened ends with the short opening. In such an odd number of rounds, it is possible to perform an effect (so-called reverse effect) in which the large allocation winning opening 2220 is opened long. In addition, when the round in which the allocation big prize opening 2220 is long open is set as the second half of the special game, the special game before the long opening of the distribution big prize opening 2220 which is greatly related to the profit of the player is being executed. The period can be set to a period during which the player can make preparations for entering the game ball into the allocation prize winning port 2220 (for example, adjustment of the game ball launch intensity or supplement of the game ball to be launched). .

  In addition, when the large allocation winning opening 2220 is set to be opened for a plurality of times, a game ball can be made to enter the specific area 2224 more reliably, resulting in a discrepancy with the production {for example, In the period of one round in which the large prize winning opening 2220 is opened for a long time due to a clogged ball despite the fact that the transition to the probability-variable gaming state (or easy transition) is notified after the special game ends. It is possible to prevent a situation where the ball cannot be launched and the game does not enter the probability variation gaming state. Note that this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this example. For example, the allocation big prize opening 2220 is based on a rule different from this example, such as opening the distribution big prize opening 2220 every three rounds. May be configured to open, or may be configured to open the large allocation winning opening 2220 in an irregular order.

  Further, as shown in the image of the opening / closing timing comparison in FIG. 23, in this example, the opening pattern of long opening A: 52 ms opening + 2600 ms closing + 28800 ms opening, long opening B: 29000 ms opening, short opening: 52 ms opening. In particular, the long opening A and the short opening are substantially the same in the first 52 ms (see the respective figures shown below in the figure). (Refer to the open / close timing comparison image). Therefore, the player cannot recognize whether the selected opening pattern is a long opening A with a high profit or a short opening with a low profit, but if the distribution big prize opening 2220 is opened again after that, the player will be long. It is an opening that also serves as an effect that it is revealed that the opening is an opening in the opening mode of the opening A (that is, it is hoped that more balls can be obtained). For example, in this example, the big hit symbol “4A” is a low profit big hit symbol in which the opening mode of the distribution big prize opening 2220 is not long open, but the big hit symbol “3A” “5A” “5B” is halfway. Therefore, the player's expectation can be maintained until the seventh R and ninth R opening modes are known. On the other hand, in the special game related to the big hit symbols “7A” and “7B”, the opening mode of the 1R distribution big prize opening 2220 is also long opening, and the profit of the player is maximized in the 1R stage. Since it can be understood, the meaning of sustaining the player's expectation is sparse. Therefore, in this example, in the case of a special game related to the big hit symbols “7A” and “7B”, the distribution big prize opening 2220 is configured to be opened in the open mode of the long open B like the normal big prize opening 2120. (Because there is no need to perform a squeaky effect between short open and long open). This example is merely an example, and is not limited to this. For example, a long open mode or a short open mode not shown in the present example may be provided, or the first allocation of the special game to be executed may be provided. Only when the special winning opening 2220 is opened, the long opening A may be set.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart, next, in step 2210, the allocation big prize control means 1174 turns on the shielding member drive control in-progress flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197. . Next, in step 2212, the distribution large prize opening control means 1174 resets (clears to zero) the counter value of the distribution prize counter 1174e and the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f. Next, at step 2214, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 starts the allocation round timer 1174a, and proceeds to step 2300. Steps 2202 to 2214 are the initial processing stage, and initial processing at the time of round execution related to opening / closing of the big prize winning opening 2220 in the special game is performed in this processing.

  Next, in step 2300, the allocation big prize opening control means 1174 executes a distribution big prize opening opening / closing control process to be described later, and proceeds to step 2350. Next, in step 2350, the allocation big winning opening control means 1174 executes an allocation preparation time control process to be described later. Next, in step 2400, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 executes an allocation winning control process described later. Next, at step 2450, the distribution large winning opening control means 1174 executes a discharge ball abnormality detection process. Next, at step 2500, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 executes a shielding member drive control process. Next, at step 2550, the allocation big winning opening control means 1174 executes an allocation round control end process which will be described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. If NO in step 2202, the process proceeds to step 2350.

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the allocation big prize opening / closing control processing according to the subroutine of step 2300 in FIG. First, in step 2302, the distribution big prize opening control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage means 1197 to determine whether or not the distribution big prize opening release end flag is off. . In the case of Yes in step 2302, in step 2304, the distribution large prize opening control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage means 1197, and the distribution large prize opening releasing control flag is on. It is determined whether or not. If Yes in step 2304, the process proceeds to step 2310. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2304, in step 2306, the large allocation prize opening control means 1174 turns on the high allocation prize opening opening control flag in the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage means 1197. To. Next, in step 2308, the distribution large prize opening control means 1174 starts to open and close the distribution large prize opening 2220 based on the set release mode, and proceeds to step 2310.

  Next, in step 2310, the allocation big prize control means 1174 refers to the allocation prize number counter 1174e, and determines whether or not the counter value has reached a predetermined number (for example, 10). If YES in step 2310, the process proceeds to step 2314. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2310, in step 2312, the allocation big prize opening control means 1174 refers to the timer value of the allocation round timer 1174 a, and whether or not the opening period of the allocation big prize opening 2220 has ended. Determine. If Yes in step 2312, the process proceeds to step 2314. Here, in the present example, the opening period of the distribution prize winning opening 2220 is 52 ms when the opening mode is “short opening”, 31542 ms when “long opening A”, and “long opening B”. In some cases, it is 29000 ms.

  Next, at step 2314, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 forcibly ends the longest opening control of the allocation prize winning opening 2220 and closes it. That is, when a predetermined number of winnings are detected in the allocation big prize opening 2220 or when the set opening pattern is finished, the opening and closing of the distribution big prize opening 2220 is finished and closed. Next, at step 2316, the allocation big prize opening control means 1174 turns off the distribution big prize opening releasing control flag in the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage means 1197. Next, in step 2318, the allocation big prize opening control means 1174 turns on the distribution big prize opening release end flag in the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage means 1197, and the calling source of this subroutine Return to. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2302 or Step 2312, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the distribution preparation time control process according to the subroutine of step 2350 in FIG. First, in step 2352, the allocation big prize control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197, and determines whether or not the discharge waiting flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2352, in step 2354, the allocation big prize opening control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage means 1197, and whether the allocation big prize opening release end flag is on. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2354, in step 2355, the distribution big prize opening release end flag in the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage means 1197 is turned off. Next, at step 2356, the allocation big prize control means 1174 turns on a discharge waiting flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197. Next, at step 2358, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 closes the allocation prize waiting timer 1174b to the allocation prize waiting timer 1174b (for example, closes the allocation prize winning port 2220 and exists inside). This is the time to wait for the game ball to be detected by the winning sensor. In this example, 1900 ms) is set and started, and in step 2360, the allocation big winning opening control means 1174 determines the allocation game related information. The distribution prize waiting flag in the flag area of the temporary storage means 1197 is turned on. Next, at step 2362, the distribution large winning opening control means 1174 causes the distribution round end timer 1174c to actually wait for the round end waiting time (for example, the excitation of the solenoid that drives the distribution large winning opening 2220 is actually stopped). It is the total time of the closing time for waiting for the time until the distribution prize winning opening 2220 is closed and the preparation time for preparing the start of the next round, and in this example, it is set to start (140 ms + 60 ms, 200 ms). At the same time, in step 2364, the allocation big prize control unit 1174 turns on the distribution round end standby flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage unit 1197, and proceeds to step 2366. Note that if No in step 2352, the process proceeds to step 2366.

  Here, in this example, the waiting time at the end of the sorting round is set to 200 ms. Is the sum of the time required for 140) and the preparation time of 60 ms until the next opening. By providing the preparation time in this way, it is possible to prevent malfunctions and the like by interrupting the drive of the solenoid and the motor that drive the opening and closing of the big prize opening and suppressing the heat generation. Further, in this example, the distribution round end waiting time (200 ms) is configured to be shorter than the discharge waiting time (1900 ms), and the next time during the waiting period for the game balls in the big prize opening to be discharged Since the opening of the grand prize winning opening (normal winning prize opening 2120) related to the round can be started, the special game can proceed smoothly. Note that this example is merely an example, and is not limited to the specific numerical values and modes listed here. For example, in this example, a preparation time is provided after closing the special winning opening during the round of special games. Although configured as described above, a preparation time may be provided before the special winning opening is opened during the execution of a special game round.

  Next, in step 2366, the distribution large prize opening control unit 1174 refers to the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage unit 1197, and determines whether or not the distribution round end standby flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2366, in step 2368, the large allocation winning opening control unit 1174 refers to the distribution round end timer 1174c and determines whether or not the timer value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 2368, in other words, in the case where the above-described round end waiting time has expired, in step 2370, the large allocation winning opening control means 1174 adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter 1173 a (increment). To do. As a result of this processing, the counter value becomes an even number, and the processing of the next round (to be described later) (for example, the normal big prize opening control processing in S2600) is started. Next, in step 2372, the allocation big prize control unit 1174 turns off the distribution round end waiting flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage unit 1197, and proceeds to step 2374. Note that if the result is No in step 2366 or step 2368, the process proceeds to step 2374.

  Next, in step 2374, the allocation big prize control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197, and determines whether or not the allocation prize waiting flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 2374, in step 2376, the large allocation prize opening control means 1174 refers to the allocation prize waiting timer 1174b and determines whether or not the timer value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 2376, in other words, in the case where the above-described allocation prize waiting time is over, in step 2378, the allocation big prize control means 1174 is in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197. Turn off the distribution winning awaiting flag. Next, in step 2380, the allocation large prize opening control means 1174 causes the specific area prize waiting timer 1174-1a to place the specific area prize waiting time (for example, the prize winning sensor in the distribution large prize winning opening 2220 within the prize valid period). This is the time to wait for the passed game ball to reach the specific area 2224. In this example, 700 ms) is set and started, and in step 2382, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 The specific area winning standby flag in the flag area of the game-related information temporary storage means 1197 is turned on, and the process proceeds to Step 2384. Here, in this example, the specific area winning waiting time (700 ms) is started at the end of the sorting winning award waiting time (1900 ms) set when the distribution large winning opening 2220 is closed. For example, the distribution large prize winning opening 2220 is closed after the distribution large prize winning opening is closed, which is the distribution winning prize waiting time (1900 ms) + specific area winning waiting time (700 ms). The same processing can be executed by setting it occasionally. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2374 or Step 2376, the process proceeds to Step 2384.

  Next, at step 2384, the allocation large prize opening control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197 and determines whether or not the specific area winning waiting flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 2384, in step 2386, the large allocation winning opening control unit 1174 refers to the specific area winning waiting timer 1174-1a and determines whether or not the timer value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 2386, in other words, when the above-mentioned specific area winning waiting time has ended, in step 2388, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 is in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197. The specific area winning awaiting flag in the area is turned off. Next, at step 2390, the allocation big prize control means 1174 turns on the discharge confirmation permission flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in step 2354, step 2384, or step 2386, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the distribution winning control process according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2401, the distribution big prize opening control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the distribution game related information temporary storage means 1197, and determines whether or not the distribution control continuation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2401, in step 2402, the allocation big prize control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197 and determines whether or not the discharge ball abnormality flag is off. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2403, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197 and determines whether or not the specific area winning waiting flag is off. Determine.

  In the case of Yes in step 2403, in other words, when the allocation prize winning port 2220 is being opened or in the allocation prize waiting time, in step 2405, the allocation prize winning control unit 1174 is assigned to the allocation prize detection device. It is determined whether or not 2221 (a large allocation winning entrance entrance sensor) has detected a new entry. In the case of Yes in step 2405, in step 2406, the large allocation prize opening control means 1174 adds (increments) 1 to the counter value of the allocation prize winning number counter 1174e. Next, in step 2407, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 sets a prize ball command to the prize ball payout control device 3000, and the process proceeds to step 2408. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2405, the processing proceeds to step 2408 without executing the processing of step 2406 and step 2407.

  Next, at step 2408, the large allocation winning opening control means 1174 determines whether or not the specific area entry detection device 2224-1 (specific area prize sensor) has detected a new entry. In the case of Yes in step 2408, in step 2410, the large allocation prize opening control means 1174 determines whether or not the counter value of the allocation prize winning number counter 1174e is larger than the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f. In the case of Yes in Step 2410, in Step 2411, the large allocation winning opening control means 1174 determines whether or not the entry into the specific area 2224 is the first entry in the special game being executed. In the case of Yes in step 2411, in step 2412, the large allocation winning opening control means 1174 performs sub-main control on a specific area entry effect execution command for displaying that a game ball has entered the specific area 2224. Set to the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmission to the unit 2000 side. Next, in step 2413, the allocation large prize opening control unit 1174 turns on the probability change transfer reservation flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage unit 1195, and proceeds to step 2416. On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 2411, in other words, if it is not the first entry in the special game being executed, the processing proceeds to Step 2416 without executing the processing of Step 2412 and Step 2413. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2410, in other words, when entering the specific area 2224, when the counter value of the distribution winning prize counter 1174e is equal to or less than the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f (for example, detection of entry) In the case where a game ball that has not been entered enters a specific area), in step 2414, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 sends an error notification command for displaying that an error has occurred to the sub-main control unit 2000 side. Is set in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmission. Next, in step 2415, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 sends a fraud detection command for notifying the game hall staff that fraud has been detected to the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the hall computer H. Set and go to step 2416. Next, in step 2416, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 adds (increments) 1 to the counter value of the number-of-discharges counter 1174f, and proceeds to step 2417. In the case of No in step 2408, the process proceeds to step 2417.

  Next, in step 2417, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 determines whether or not the discharge ball detecting device 2224-2 (discharge sensor) detects a new ball (discharge). In the case of Yes in step 2417, in step 2418, the large allocation winning opening control means 1174 adds 1 to the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f (increment), and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2417, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine without executing the processing of step 2418. Also in the case of No in step 2401, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Here, in this example, when a game ball enters the discharge ball detection device 2224-2 (discharge sensor) or the specific region entrance detection device 2224-1 (specific region winning sensor), the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f 1 is added (incremented). In other words, since the specific area winning sensor also serves as the discharge sensor, the number of sensors required for the discharge confirmation can be reduced, and the manufacturing cost of the gaming machine can be reduced. Furthermore, the distance between the winning sensor and the discharging sensor can be shortened compared to the case where the discharging sensor is provided at the end of the specific area winning sensor, and the special game can be made smoother by shortening the waiting time for discharging the game ball. It can progress. In addition, this example is an example to the last, and it is not limited to this at all. For example, a game ball that has entered the distribution prize winning port 2220 may finally pass through one discharge sensor. .

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2403, in other words, if it is during the specific area effective period after the end of the allocation prize waiting time (waiting for the specific area winning a prize, 700 ms), in step 2419, the large allocation prize opening control means. In 1174, it is determined whether or not the specific area entry detection device 2224-1 (specific area winning sensor) detects a new entry. In the case of Yes in step 2419, in step 2420, the distribution large prize opening control means 1174 determines whether or not the counter value of the distribution prize winning number counter 1174e is larger than the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f. In the case of Yes in Step 2420, in Step 2421, the large allocation winning opening control means 1174 determines whether or not the entry to the specific area 2224 is the first entry in the special game being executed. In the case of Yes in step 2421, in step 2422, the large allocation winning opening control means 1174 performs a sub-main control on a specific area entry effect execution command for displaying that a game ball has entered the specific area 2224. Set to the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmission to the unit 2000 side. Next, in step 2423, the allocation big prize opening control means 1174 turns on the probability change transfer reservation flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195, and proceeds to step 2426. On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 2421, in other words, if it is not the first entry in the special game being executed, the processing proceeds to Step 2426 without executing the processing of Step 2422 and Step 2423. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2420, in other words, when entering the specific area 2224, when the counter value of the distribution winning prize counter 1174e is equal to or less than the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f (for example, detection of the entry) In the case where a game ball that has not been entered enters a specific area), in step 2424, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 sends an error notification command for displaying that an error has occurred to the sub-main control unit 2000 side. Is set in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmission. Next, at step 2425, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 sends a fraud detection command for notifying the game hall staff that fraud has been detected to the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the hall computer H. Set and go to step 2426. Next, at step 2426, the distribution large winning opening control means 1174 adds (increments) 1 to the counter value of the number-of-discharges counter 1174f, and proceeds to step 2427. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2419, the process proceeds to Step 2427.

  Next, in step 2427, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 determines whether or not the discharge ball detection device 2224-2 (discharge sensor) has detected a new ball (discharge). In the case of Yes in step 2427, in step 2428, the large allocation winning opening control unit 1174 adds (increments) 1 to the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2427, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine without executing the process of step 2428.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2402, in other words, in the case of an abnormal discharge ball, in step 2429, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 is the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 (specific area award sensor). Determines whether or not a new ball has been detected. In the case of Yes in step 2429, in step 2430, the large allocation prize opening control means 1174 determines whether or not the counter value of the allocation prize winning number counter 1174e is larger than the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f. If Yes in step 2430, the process proceeds to step 2433. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2430, in other words, when entering the specific area 2224, when the counter value of the distribution winning prize counter 1174e is equal to or less than the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f (for example, entry detection) In the case where a game ball that has not been entered enters a specific area), in step 2431, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 sends an error notification command for displaying that an error has occurred to the sub-main control unit 2000 side. Is set in the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmission. Next, in step 2432, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 sends a fraud detection command for notifying the game hall staff that fraud has been detected to the command transmission buffer 1301 for transmitting to the hall computer H. Set and go to step 2433. Next, at step 2433, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 adds (increments) 1 to the counter value of the number-of-discharges counter 1174f, and proceeds to step 2434. In the case of No in step 2429, the process proceeds to step 2434.

  Next, in step 2434, the large allocation winning opening control unit 1174 determines whether or not the discharge ball detection device 2224-2 (discharge sensor) has detected a new ball (discharge). In the case of Yes in step 2434, in step 2435, the large allocation winning opening control unit 1174 adds (increments) 1 to the counter value of the discharge number counter 1174f, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2434, the process returns to the calling source of this subroutine without executing the processing of step 2435.

  Next, FIG. 27 is a flowchart of discharge ball abnormality detection processing according to the subroutine of step 2450 in FIG. First, in step 2452, the allocation big prize control unit 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage unit 1197, and determines whether or not the discharge confirmation permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2452, in step 2454, the distribution big prize opening control means 1174 has the same counter value of the distribution prize counter 1174e and the counter value of the discharge counter 1174f (all winning game balls are normal). Is discharged). In the case of Yes in step 2454, in step 2456 and step 2458, the allocation big prize control unit 1174 determines that there is no discharge ball abnormality, and the discharge is in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage unit 1197. Turn off the confirmation permission flag and the discharge ball abnormality flag. Next, at step 2460, the allocation big prize control unit 1174 turns on the normal discharge completion flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage unit 1197, and returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2454, in step 2462, the large allocation winning opening control means 1174 determines that a discharge ball abnormality has occurred, and is in the flag area of the distributed game related information temporary storage means 1197. , Turn on the discharge ball abnormality flag. Next, in step 2464, the distribution prize winning control means 1174 sends a command for sending a discharge ball abnormality command to the sub-main control unit 2000 to notify that a discharge ball abnormality has occurred. Set in the trust buffer 1301 and return to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 2452, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the shielding member drive control process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the allocation big prize opening control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197, and determines whether or not the shielding member driving control flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2503, the allocation big prize control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197 and determines whether or not the normal discharge completion flag is off. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2503, the process proceeds to step 2504, and processing for driving the shielding member 2224a is executed. In the case of No in step 2503, the processing of step 2526 and step 2528 is executed, and the driving of the shielding member 2224a is forcibly terminated.

  Next, in step 2504, the shielding member drive control unit 1174-1 refers to the sorting round timer 1174a and determines whether or not the timer value is within a predetermined period A (for example, 0 ≦ A <52 ms). Determine. In the case of Yes in step 2504, in step 2506, the shielding member drive control unit 1174-1 opens the shielding member 2224a and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2504, in step 2508, the shielding member drive control unit 1174-1 refers to the sorting round timer 1174a, and the timer value is within a predetermined period B (for example, 52 ≦ B <2652ms). It is determined whether it is a value. In the case of Yes in step 2508, in step 2510, the shielding member drive control means 1174-1 closes the shielding member 2224a and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2508, in step 2512, the shielding member drive control unit 1174-1 refers to the distribution round timer 1174a, and the timer value is within a predetermined period C (for example, 2652 ≦ C <34052ms). It is determined whether it is a value. In the case of Yes in step 2512, in step 2514, the shielding member drive control unit 1174-1 opens the shielding member 2224a and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2512, in step 2516, the shielding member drive control unit 1174-1 refers to the distribution round timer 1174a, and the timer value is within a predetermined period D (for example, 34052 ≦ D <36052ms). It is determined whether it is a value. In the case of Yes in step 2516, in step 2518, the shielding member drive control means 1174-1 closes the shielding member 2224a and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2516, in step 2520, the shielding member drive control unit 1174-1 refers to the sorting round timer 1174a, and the timer value is within a predetermined period E (for example, 36052 ≦ D <36104ms). It is determined whether it is a value. In the case of Yes in step 2520, in step 2524, the shielding member drive control means 1174-1 opens the shielding member 2224a and returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Here, the processing of S2520 and S2524 will be described. In this example, as shown in FIG. 28, the shielding member 2224a opens and closes based on a fixed drive pattern regardless of the opening and closing mode of the allocation prize winning port 2220 (by adopting such a configuration, the program capacity Can be reduced). Even when the shielding member 2224a is being driven, when the game ball is normally discharged, the driving of the shielding member 2224a is forcibly terminated. Here, in this embodiment, the longest time for which the driving of the shielding member 2224a is forcibly terminated without causing the discharge ball abnormality is the time when the open mode of the long open A is selected as the open pattern of the sorting large winning opening 2220. {Specifically, a period (in this example, the opening time (31145 ms in this example) + the allocation prize waiting time (in this example, 1900 ms) + the specific area prize waiting time (in this example, 700 ms)) 34052 ms)}. As can be seen from this, the process after the end of the predetermined period C (Yes in S2512) (the process of S2516 to S2524) is a process that is executed only when an abnormal discharge ball occurs. That is, when an abnormal discharge ball occurs due to the game ball being held inside, such as when a game ball is caught in the shielding member 2224a, the blocking of the internal game ball is canceled by driving (opening) the shielding member 2224a. The shielding member 2224a is driven to the open state with the intention of making it. In addition, this example is an example to the last, and it is not limited to this at all, For example, you may comprise so that opening and closing of the shielding member 2224a may be repeated until discharge ball | bowl abnormality is eliminated.

  Here, as described above, the shielding member 2224a opens and closes based on a certain driving pattern regardless of the opening and closing mode of the large allocation winning opening 2220. At this time, in the case of (1) short opening, the ball does not enter the specific area 2224 (that is, as a result of entering the specific area 2224 despite the short opening of the allocation large winning opening 2220, (Avoidance of possible occurrence of a transition to the probability-variable gaming state after the end of the special game), and (2) entering the specific area 2224 when the long game is released (that is, the distribution big prize opening 2220 is long open) In spite of the fact that it does not enter the specific area 2224, it is preferable to adopt a driving pattern such as avoiding a situation in which the transition to the probability variation gaming state may not occur after the special game ends. In this example, as described above, as shown in the opening / closing timing comparison image of FIG. 23, first, the shielding member 2224a is opened simultaneously with the distribution large winning opening 2220. Then, the predetermined period A is set to end before the game ball that has entered immediately after the allocation big prize opening 2220 opens reaches the specific area 2224 (from the distribution big prize opening 2220 to the specific area). Set based on flow-down time up to 2224). For example, the predetermined period A is set to a value less than or less than {one game ball launch time (game ball launch interval)}. By configuring in this way, it is possible to prevent the entry into the specific area 2224 when the above-mentioned (1), that is, the large allocation winning opening 2220 is short-opened (+ first open at long open A). Can do. Next, in the predetermined period B (or predetermined period A + predetermined period B), the predetermined number that is the end condition of the round is before the winning detection is detected (that is, the number is detected by the distribution winning detection device 2221). Or before all the predetermined number of the end conditions of the round are detected (that is, before the number is detected by the discharge ball detecting device 2224-2), for example, (predetermined number × It is set to a value less than or less than the shooting speed per game ball. With this configuration, a predetermined number of balls (10 in this example) are entered into the large allocation winning opening 2220 before reaching the predetermined period C in which the shielding member 2224a is opened again during the long opening B. As a result, it is possible to secure the entry into the specific area 2224 in the subsequent predetermined period C, that is, the above-mentioned (2), that is, the entry into the specific area 2224 at the time of long release is ensured. it can. In addition, if the predetermined period B is too short, a game ball that has entered at the time of short opening will enter the specific area 2224 within the predetermined period C that is subsequently executed. Therefore, it is desirable that the predetermined period B is longer than the time required for the game ball that has entered the large allocation winning opening 2220 during the predetermined period A to pass through the shielding member 2224a. More specifically, the predetermined period B (or the predetermined period A + B) is set to a value exceeding or more than {the launch time of one game ball (game ball launch interval)}. In this example, as the opening and closing timing, the predetermined period A is the opening period of the shielding member 2224a, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the period may be a closing period. In this case, it is possible to further avoid a situation in which the game ball won at the time of short opening passes through the specific area 2224.

  Returning to FIG. 28 again, in the case of No in step 2520, in other words, when all the driving patterns of the shielding member 2224a have been executed, in step 2526, the shielding member drive control means 1174-1 has the shielding member 2224a. Close. Next, in step 2528, the shielding member drive control means 1174-1 turns off the shielding member drive control in-progress flag in the flag area of the allocated game related information temporary storage means 1197, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. To do. Even in the case of No in step 2502, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of distribution round control end processing according to the subroutine of step 2550 in FIG. First, at step 2552, the allocation big prize opening control means 1174 refers to the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197, and determines whether or not the normal discharge completion flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2552, in steps 2554 to 2556, the allocation big prize control means 1174 displays the normal discharge completion flag and the standby flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197 Turn off. Next, at step 2558, the allocation large winning opening control means 1174 stops and resets the allocation round timer 1174a. Next, at step 2560, the allocation prize winning control means 1174 turns off the distribution control continuing flag in the flag area of the allocation game related information temporary storage means 1197, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. To do. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2552, the processing returns to the calling source of this subroutine without executing the processing of step 2554 to step 2560.

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of the normal special winning opening control process according to the subroutine of step 2600 in FIG. First, in step 2602, the normal winning opening control means 1175 refers to the round number counter 1173 a and determines whether or not the counter value is an even number. In the case of Yes in step 2602, in step 2604, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal control continuation flag is on. . If Yes in step 2604, the process proceeds to step 2650. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2604, in step 2606, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns on the normal control continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2608, the normal big prize opening control means 1175 sets the release mode of the normal big prize opening 2120 with reference to the open mode determination table 1172 b (see FIG. 23) based on the big hit symbol and the round number counter value. To do. In this embodiment, there are only two types of opening modes that can be normally selected for the big prize opening 2120: long opening B and short opening. However, the opening mode is not limited to this, and any opening time or opening pattern can be selected. There is no problem even if you choose.

  Next, in step 2610, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 resets (zero clears) the counter value of the normal winning number counter 1175d. Next, in step 2612, the normal special prize opening control means 1175 starts the normal round timer 1175a, and proceeds to step 2650. Steps 2602 to 2612 are initial processing stages, and initial processing at the time of round execution related to opening and closing of the special prize winning opening 2120 in the special game is performed in this processing.

  Next, in step 2650, the normal special prize opening control means 1175 executes a normal special prize opening opening / closing control process to be described later, and proceeds to step 2700. In the case of No in step 2602, the process proceeds to step 2700. Next, in step 2700, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 executes a normal preparation time control process to be described later. Next, in step 2750, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 executes a normal winning control process described later. Next, in step 2800, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 executes a normal round control end process which will be described later, and returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of a normal special prize opening / closing control process according to the subroutine of step 2650 in FIG. First, at step 2652, the normal special prize opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 and determines whether or not the normal special prize opening release end flag is OFF. In the case of Yes in step 2652, in step 2654, the normal big prize opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal big prize opening release control flag is on. Determine. If Yes in step 2654, the process proceeds to step 2660. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2654, in step 2656, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns on the normal special winning opening opening control flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. To do. Next, in step 2658, the normal special prize opening control means 1175 starts to open and close the normal special prize opening 2120 based on the set release mode, and proceeds to step 2660.

  Next, in step 2660, the normal winning prize control means 1175 refers to the normal winning number counter 1175d, and a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls have been won in the normal winning prize port 2120 in the running round. It is determined whether or not there was. If Yes in step 2660, the process proceeds to step 2664. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2660, in step 2662, the normal special prize opening control means 1175 refers to the normal round timer 1175a, determines whether or not the period for opening the normal special prize opening 2120 has ended, and this step If Yes, the process proceeds to step 2664. In this embodiment, the opening time of the regular prize winning opening 2120 is 29000 ms when the open / close mode is long open B, and 52 ms when the open / close mode is short open, but there is no problem even if it is changed.

  Next, in step 2664, the normal special prize opening control unit 1175 closes the normal special prize opening 2120. Next, in Step 2666, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns off the normal special winning opening opening control flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2668, the normal special prize opening control means 1175 turns on the normal special prize opening release end flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. . Note that if the answer is No in step 2652 or step 2662, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the normal preparation time control process according to the subroutine of step 2700 in FIG. First, in step 2702, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal winning stand-by flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2702, in step 2704, the normal special prize opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal big prize opening release end flag is on. judge. In the case of Yes in step 2704, in step 2706, the normal big prize opening control means 1175 turns off the normal big prize opening release end flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2708, the normal prize winning opening control means 1175 receives the normal prize waiting time (for example, after closing the normal prize winning opening 2120 in the normal prize waiting timer 1175b, and the game balls existing therein receive the prize). This is the time to wait for detection by the sensor. In this example, 1900 ms) is set and started. Next, in step 2710, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns on the normal winning stand-by flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2712, the normal prize winning control means 1175 causes the normal round end timer 1175 c to wait for the round end waiting time (for example, the excitation of the solenoid that drives the normal big prize winning opening 2120 is actually stopped, and then the normal big prize winning is actually performed. It is the total time of the closing time for waiting for the mouth 2120 to be closed and the preparation time for preparing the start of the next round, in this example 140 ms + 60 ms (200 ms). Next, in step 2714, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns on the normal round end waiting flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and proceeds to step 2716. Note that if the result is No in step 2702, the process proceeds to step 2716.

  Next, in step 2716, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal round end waiting flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2716, the normal winning prize control means 1175 refers to the normal round end timer 1175c in step 2718, and whether or not the timer value is 0, in other words, whether or not the round end waiting time has ended. Determine whether. In the case of Yes in step 2718, in step 2720, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the discharge ball abnormality flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2720, in step 2722, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 adds 1 to the round number counter 1173 a (increment). In this process, the round counter value is changed from an even number to an odd number, and a round related to the opening / closing of the large prize winning opening 2220 is executed. Next, in step 2724, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns off the normal round end waiting flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2726, the normal special prize opening control means 1175 turns on the normal round end waiting completion flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and proceeds to step 2728. Note that if the result is No in step 2716, step 2718, or step 2720, the process proceeds to step 2728.

  Next, in Step 2728, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal winning standby flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 2728, in step 2730, the normal big opening control means 1175 refers to the normal winning stand-by timer 1175b and determines whether or not the timer value is 0, in other words, whether the normal winning stand-by time has ended. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2730, in step 2732, the normal special winning opening control unit 1175 turns off the normal winning stand-by flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194. Next, in step 2734, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns on the normal winning standby time end flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in Step 2704, Step 2728, or Step 2730, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 33 is a flowchart of the normal winning control process according to the subroutine of step 2750 in FIG. First, in step 2752, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal control continuation flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 2752, in step 2756, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal winning standby time end flag is off. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2756, in step 2758, the normal special prize opening control unit 1175 determines whether or not the normal winning detection device 2121 (normal special prize entry ball sensor) has detected the entry of a new game ball. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2758, in step 2760, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 adds 1 to the counter value of the normal winning number counter 1175d. Next, in step 2762, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 sets a prize ball command to the prize ball payout control board 3000 (transmitted to the prize ball payout control board 3000 side by the control command transmission process in step 3200). Return to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in step 2752, step 2756, or step 2758, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of normal round control end processing according to the subroutine of step 2800 in FIG. First, in step 2802, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 determines whether or not the normal round end waiting completion flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194 is ON. In the case of Yes in step 2802, in step 2804, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and determines whether or not the normal winning standby time end flag is on. To do. In the case of Yes in step 2804, in step 2806, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns off the normal round end waiting completion flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in Step 2808, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 turns off the normal winning standby time end flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2810, the normal special winning opening control means 1175 stops and resets the normal round timer 1175a. Next, in step 2812, the special game execution control means 1173 turns off the normal control continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in steps 2802 and 2804, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the special game end control process according to the subroutine of step 2900 in FIG. First, in step 2902, the special game execution control unit 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the end demo execution flag is on. If Yes in step 2902, the process proceeds to step 2912. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2902, in step 2904, the special game execution control unit 1173 refers to the normal round end timer 1175c and determines whether or not the round end waiting time (200 ms in this example) in the final round has ended. Determine. In the present embodiment, the final rounds of special games are all the 16th R, but the present invention is not limited to this, and there is no problem even if the final rounds are different depending on the main game symbol that is a big hit.

  In the case of Yes in step 2904, in step 2906, the special game execution control unit 1173 turns on the end demo execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194. Next, in step 2907, the special game execution control means 1173 sets an end demonstration display execution command to the sub side (transmitted to the sub main control unit 2000 side in the control command transmission process of step 3200). Next, in step 2908, the special game execution control means 1173 sets the end demo execution timer 1173b to an end demo execution time (for example, 3000 ms) and starts it, and proceeds to step 2912.

  Next, in step 2912, the special game execution control means 1173 refers to the end demonstration execution timer 1173b and determines whether or not the timer value is zero. In the case of Yes in step 2912, in step 2914, the special game execution control unit 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the discharge ball abnormality flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2914, in step 2916, the special game execution control unit 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the end demo extension flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2916, in step 2918, the special game execution control means 1173 sets an end demonstration display completion command to the sub side (transmitted to the sub main control unit 2000 side in the control command transmission process of step 3200). Do). Next, in step 2920, the special game execution control unit 1173 turns off the end demonstration execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194. Next, in step 2922, the special game execution control means 1173 turns off the special game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2924, the special game execution control means 1173 turns off the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means 1194. Next, in step 2950, the special game execution control means 1173 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2914, in step 2930, the special game execution control unit 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 and determines whether or not the end demo extension flag is off. . In the case of Yes in step 2930, in step 2932, the special game execution control unit 1173 turns on the end demo extension flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194 and returns to the caller of this subroutine. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2930, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine. If NO in step 2916, in step 2928, the special game execution control unit 1173 turns off the end demo extension flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and calls this subroutine. Return to. Note that if the answer is No in step 2904 or step 2912, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  As described above, in this process, when the abnormality of the discharged ball is detected, the end demonstration extension flag is turned on, and the special game end demonstration display is extended until the abnormality of the discharged ball is resolved. Furthermore, when the abnormality of the discharged ball is resolved, the process of step 2918 to step 2950 is performed by performing the process of turning off the end demo extension flag in step 2928, and the abnormality of the discharged ball is resolved. It is configured to execute in the next interrupt processing.

  Next, FIG. 36 is a flowchart of the game state determination process after the end of the special game according to the subroutine of step 2950 in FIG. First, in step 2952, the specific game control unit 1180 refers to the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage unit 1195, and determines whether or not the probability variation transfer reservation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2952, in step 2954, the specific game control means 1180 turns off the probability change transfer reservation flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195. Next, in Step 2955, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 70 times) in the probability variation number counter 1181a. Next, in step 2956, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195, and proceeds to step 2958. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2952, the process proceeds to step 2958. As described above, in this embodiment, when a special game 2 is executed and a specific area 2224 is entered, after the special game ends, the probability variation gaming state (probability variation with a limited number of times). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured to shift to a probability-variable gaming state that continues until the next jackpot occurs. Further, when the number of continuous transitions to the probability variation gaming state reaches a predetermined number, it may be configured to forcibly transition to the non-probability variation gaming state after the end of the special game after reaching the predetermined number of times.

  Next, in step 2958, the specific game control means 1180 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 70 times) in the hourly number counter 1181b. Next, in step 2960, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the main game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195. Next, in step 2962, the specific game control means 1180 turns on the auxiliary game short time flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means 1195, and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. As described above, in this embodiment, regardless of whether or not a specific area 2224 is entered during execution of a special game, the game is always shifted to a time-reduced game state with a limited number of times after the special game ends. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and there is no entry into the specific area 2224 during execution of the special game (in other words, after the special game is over, the game does not enter the probability variation game state). ) May be configured not to shift to the time-saving gaming state. In addition, regardless of whether or not transition to the probabilistic variation gaming state, the limited number of time-saving gaming state (main game symbol variation number) is determined (variable) based on the jackpot symbol and gaming state May be.

  Next, control processing executed on the sub-main control unit 2320 side will be described with reference to FIGS. First, FIG. 37 is a main flowchart on the sub control board 2000 side (particularly on the sub main control unit 2320 side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the process of FIG. 5A is a process on the sub-board side that is executed after resetting when the gaming machine is powered on. That is, when the power to the gaming machine is turned on, the process proceeds to a loop process that repeatedly executes step 6000 which is a repetitive process routine of the sub main control unit 2320. Here, when step 6000 is executed, as shown in the process of FIG. 6B, first, in step 6002, the effect display control means 2320 sends an error notification command and a discharge ball abnormality command from the main side. If received, error notification is executed until the error is recovered. Next, in step 6100, the effect display control means 2320 executes a hold information management process described later. Next, in step 6200, the effect display control means 2320 executes a decoration symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 6300, the effect display control means 2320 executes a decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 6400, the effect display control means 2320 executes a special game display control process to be described later. Next, in step 6700, the effect display control means 2320 executes a display command transmission control process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub-sub control unit side), and ends the repetition process routine.

  As described above, the sub-main control unit adopts a form in which the sub-main routine (S6000 to S6700) is loop-processed after reset. Also, the process of FIG. 7C is an interrupt process of the sub main control unit 2320, and the signal from the STB signal line of the main control board 1000 described above is one terminal (in this example) of the CPU of the sub main control unit 2320. , NMI terminal) is a processing flow (step 5700). That is, when an NMI interrupt occurs in the CPU of the sub-main control unit 2320 (when the STB signal line is turned on), in step 5800, the sub-main control unit 2320 causes the command input port (from the main controller 1000 side) Check the data signal line input port). In step 5900, based on the confirmation result, the sub main control unit 2320 is transmitted from the main control device 1000 side to the RAM on the sub main control unit 2320 side (main side information temporary storage unit 2321a in this example). The command is temporarily stored, and the process that was being executed immediately before this interrupt process is restored.

  Next, FIG. 38 is a flowchart of the hold information management process according to the subroutine of step 6100 in FIG. First, in step 6102, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, and receives a new hold occurrence command (first main game symbol or second main game symbol) from the main controller 1000 side. It is determined whether or not the hold information relating to (1) has been received. In the case of Yes in step 6102, in step 6104, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 displays a drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323 a (in this example, a maximum of four for the first main game, Add “1” to the maximum number of second main games. Next, in step 6106, the drawing hold information display control unit 2323 displays the hold information (particularly, a random value related to the main game symbol lottery) based on the hold occurrence command transmitted from the main controller 1000 side. The information is temporarily stored in the hold information temporary storage unit 2323a, and the process proceeds to Step 6116. On the other hand, if No in step 6102, has the drawing hold information display control means 2323 received the symbol variation display start instruction command from the main controller 1000 side with reference to the main information temporary storage means 2321 a in step 6108? Determine whether or not. If Yes in step 6108, in step 6110, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 subtracts “1” from the drawing hold counter in the drawing hold information temporary storage means 2323a. Next, in step 6112, the drawing hold information display control unit 2323 deletes the holding information related to the symbol variation from the drawing holding information temporary storage unit 2323a and shifts the remaining holding information. Next, in step 6114, the effect display control means 2320 accesses the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c, turns on the symbol content determination permission flag, and proceeds to step 6116. Next, in step 6116, the drawing hold information display control means 2323 makes full use of the effect display means 2310 on the effect display device 2140 (particularly, the first hold display unit 2312a and the second hold display unit 2312b). The same number of hold display lamps as the drawing hold counter value in the figure hold information temporary storage means 2323a are lit up and returned to the caller of this subroutine. In the case of No in step 6108, the process proceeds to step 6116.

  Next, FIG. 39 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination process according to the subroutine of step 6200 in FIG. First, in step 6202, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c and determines whether or not the symbol content determination permission flag is on. If Yes in step 6202, in step 6204, the drawing display content determination unit 2322a turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Next, in step 6206, the figure display content determination means 2322a determines the symbol information temporarily stored in the main-side information temporary storage means 2321a (stopped symbols / variation modes related to the main game symbol) and the figure change content determination. With reference to the lottery table 2322a-1, the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol are determined and temporarily stored in the equipment display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Here, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is a big hit (4A, 3A, 5A, 7A, 5B, 7B, 9B in this example). It will not be.

  Next, in step 6208, the drawing display content determination means 2322a turns on the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Even in the case of No in step 6202, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 40 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 6300 in FIG. First, in step 6302, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c is on. In the case of Yes in step 6302, in step 6304, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Next, in step 6306, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 turns on the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Next, in step 6309, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 starts the drawing variation time management timer 2322d, and proceeds to step 6310. Note that the process moves to step 6310 also in the case of No in step 6302.

  Next, in step 6310, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 determines whether or not the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c is on. In the case of Yes in step 6310, in step 6312, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 changes the decorative symbol based on the variation mode temporarily stored in the drawing variation time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. It is determined whether or not the start timing has been reached. If YES in step 6312, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets a decorative symbol variation display command in step 6314, and the process proceeds to step 6330. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6312, in step 6316, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 is based on the variation pattern temporarily stored in the drawing variation time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. It is determined whether or not the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 6316, in step 6318, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (temporary stop display command), and proceeds to step 6330. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6316, in step 6320, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 displays the preview image based on the variation mode temporarily stored in the drawing variation time management timer 2322d and the drawing display related information temporary storage unit 2322c. Whether or not the display timing of the reach image has been reached. If Yes in step 6320, the decorative symbol display control unit 2322 sets an image display command related to the notice image or reach image in step 6322, and the process proceeds to step 6330. In the case of No in step 6320, the process proceeds to step 6330.

  Next, in step 6330, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 determines whether or not the main game symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, referring to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a, the main control device 1000 side starts the main game. It is determined whether or not information indicating that the symbol is stopped and displayed has been received). In the case of Yes in step 6330, in step 6332, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 sets a decorative symbol stop display command (determined display command). Next, in step 6334, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 stops and resets (zero clears) the drawing variation time management timer 2322d. Next, in step 6340, the decorative symbol display control means 2322 turns off the symbol changing flag in the drawing display related information temporary storage means 2322c and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in Step 6310 or Step 6330, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 41 is a flowchart of the display control process during special game according to the subroutine of step 6400 in FIG. First, in step 6402, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324, and determines whether or not the special gaming flag is off. In the case of Yes in Step 6402, in Step 6404, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 6404, in step 6406 and step 6408, the effect display control means 2320 turns on the special gaming flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324 and issues a command related to the big hit start display. Set (appropriate display is performed based on the type of jackpot on the effect display device 2140), and the process proceeds to step 6500. Note that the process moves to step 6500 also in the case of No in step 6402 or step 6404.

  Next, in step 6500, the effect display control means 2320 executes a special game effect executing process described later. Next, in step 6600, the effect display control means 2320 executes a special game end effect execution process described later, and returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Next, FIG. 42 is a flowchart of the special game effect execution process according to the subroutine of step 6500 in FIG. First, in step 6502, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324 and determines whether or not the initial background image determined flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6502, in step 6504, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a long release confirmation command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in Step 6504, in Step 6506, the effect display control means 2320 displays the high profit non-notification image as the background image during special gaming (the gaming state after the special game being executed becomes the probability variation gaming state or the probability variation. Whether or not the game state is likely to occur is set as a background image that the player cannot recognize or difficult), and the process proceeds to step 6512. On the other hand, in the case of No in Step 6504, in Step 6508, the effect display control means 2320 turns on the long release confirmed effect execution flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324. Next, in step 6510, the effect display control means 2320 is likely to become a high profit notified image as a background image during a special game (the game state after the special game being executed becomes a probability variation game state or a probability variation game state). The background image recognizable by the player is set), and the process proceeds to step 6512. Next, in step 6512, the effect display control means 2320 turns on the initial background image determined flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324, and proceeds to step 6514. Note that the process moves to step 6514 also in the case of No in step 6502.

  Next, in step 6514, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a high profit redisplay command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 6514, in step 6516, the effect display control means 2320 determines that the game ball has already entered the specific area 2224, and sets the high profit notified image as the special game background image. Move to 6518. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 6514, the process proceeds to step 6518.

  Next, in step 6518, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324 and determines whether or not the long release confirmed effect execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6518, in step 6520, the effect display control means 2320 sequentially displays the number of winning prizes on the effect display device 2140 based on the game information transmitted sequentially. Next, in step 6522, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a specific area winning effect execution command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 6522, in step 6524, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324 and determines whether or not the specific area entry flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 6524, in step 6528, the effect display control means 2320 turns on the specific area entry flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324. Next, in step 6530, the effect display control means 2320 gives a specific area entry effect (effect that informs the player that a game ball has entered the specific area) on the effect display device 2140 for a predetermined time (for example, (3 seconds) After execution, the high profit notified image is set as the background image during special game, and the process proceeds to Step 6538. Note that the process moves to step 6538 also in the case of No in step 6522 or step 6524.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6518, in step 6532, the effect display control means 2320 sequentially displays the number of winnings and the number of rounds on the effect display device 2140 based on the sequentially transmitted game information. Next, in step 6534, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not a specific area winning effect execution command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 6534, the effect display control means 2320 turns on the specific area entry flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324, and proceeds to step 6538. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 6534, the process proceeds to step 6538.

  Next, in Step 6538, the effect display control means 2320 displays the currently set special game background image on the effect display device 2140, and returns to the calling source of this subroutine.

  Note that the processing from step 6520 to step 6530 in the same figure is processing for special effects during special games related to long open unconfirmed symbols (in this example, big hit symbols other than 7A and 7B). In this process, a high profit is obtained as a special game background image at the start of a special game so that the player cannot recognize whether or not an open mode in which the distribution prize winning opening 2220 is long open is executed during the special game. An unreported image is set, and when an open mode in which the large allocation winning opening 2220 is long open is executed during the special game, a specific area winning effect is executed by entering a game ball into the specific area 2224. At the same time, it is configured to set the high profit notified image as the background image during special game. On the other hand, the processing of Steps 6532 to 6536 is processing of special effects during special games at the time of a special game related to the long release confirmed symbols (in this example, 7A and 7B jackpot symbols). In this process, in order to make it possible for the player to recognize that an open mode in which the distribution big prize opening 2220 is long open is executed during the special game, a high profit notification is provided as a special game background image at the start of the special game. A finished image is set. Note that, in the process related to the long release confirmed symbol, the player recognizes that an open mode in which the distribution large winning opening 2220 is long open during the special game is executed, and therefore the specific area winning effect is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a specific area entry effect may be executed in any special game related to any jackpot symbol.

  Here, the upper right of the figure is a specific region winning effect image diagram. As described above, in the special game, the number of game balls entering the current big prize opening (the distribution big prize opening or the normal big prize opening) is sequentially displayed on the effect display device 2140. A high profit non-notification image is displayed. Next, when a game ball enters the specific area 2224 during the special game and receives a specific area winning effect execution command from the main side, an effect display is shown as shown in the second and third stages from the top in the same image diagram. The specific area winning effect is executed on the device 2140 for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds). Thereafter, the high profit notified image is set and displayed as the background image during the special game. In addition, it is desirable that the specific area winning effect is executed so as not to overlap with the display of the number of game balls received at the winning a prize opening (the distribution winning prize opening or the normal winning award opening). Not. For example, the specific area winning effect is an effect using a light guide plate, and the display of the effect is executed in a transparent color. Even if the display of the number of entered game balls and the specific area winning effect are displayed overlapping each other, it may be configured such that all effects and displays can be visually recognized. In this example, when a power interruption occurs after execution of the specific area winning effect, a high profit redisplay command is received from the main side when returning from the power interruption, and the high profit notification image is displayed again. (I.e., by redisplaying the high profit notified image without redisplaying the specific area winning effect, it is possible to return the player without a sense of incongruity on the display. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the high profit informed image may be redisplayed after redisplaying the specific area winning effect.

  Next, FIG. 43 is a flowchart of special game end effect execution processing according to the subroutine of step 6600 in FIG. First, in step 6602, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main side information temporary storage means 2321a and determines whether or not an end demo display execution command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 6602, in step 6604, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324, and determines whether or not the specific area entry flag is on. In the case of Yes in Step 6604, in Step 6606, the effect display control means 2320 sets a command related to the probability change transition end demonstration display (performs the probability change transition end demonstration display on the effect display device 2140), and proceeds to Step 6610. . On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6604, in step 6608, the effect display control means 2320 sets a command related to the normal transition end demo display (performs the normal transition end demo display on the effect display device 2140), and the process proceeds to step 6610. Transition. Note that the process moves to step 6610 also in the case of No in step 6602. Here, the probability transition end demonstration display is a special game end demonstration display that informs the player that the game will shift to the probability variation gaming state after the end of the special game being executed, and the normal transition end demonstration display is It is a special game end demonstration display for notifying the player that the normal game state is to be transitioned to after the special game ends.

  Next, in step 6610, the effect display control means 2320 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means 2321a, and has received an end demo display completion command (a command for deleting the special game end demo display) from the main side. Determine. In the case of Yes in Step 6610, in Step 6612, the effect display control means 2320 deletes the displayed special game end demonstration display. Next, in step 6614, the effect display control means 2320 turns off the long release confirmed effect execution flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324. Next, in step 6616, the effect display control means 2320 turns off the specific area entry flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324. Next, in step 6618, the effect display control means 2320 turns off the initial background image determined flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324. Next, in step 6620, the effect display control means 2320 turns off the special gaming flag in the flag area of the effect general information temporary storage means 2324, and returns to the calling source of this subroutine. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 6610, the processing returns to the calling source of this subroutine without executing the processing of step 6612 to step 6620.

  Here, the lower right part of the figure is a special game end demonstration display image diagram. As described above, in the special game, the number of game balls entering the current big prize opening (the distribution big prize opening or the normal big prize opening) is sequentially displayed on the effect display device 2140. When the end demonstration display execution command is received from the main side, as shown in the lower part of the same image diagram, the on / off state of the specific area in-game flag is entered (the game ball has entered the specific area in the special game being executed) Depending on whether or not there is a special game end demonstration display on the effect display device 2140. In this example, when the specific region entry completed flag is on, as a special game end demonstration display, a display notifying that the game state after the end and the special game is a probability variation game state (for example, “Congratulations! And a display (for example, “GET2000!”) For notifying the game ball acquired by the player in the special game being executed. On the other hand, when the specific area entry flag is off, a special game end demo display is displayed as an indication that the game state after the end and special game is the normal game state (for example, “END...”). Display) and a display (for example, “GET400!”) For notifying the game ball acquired by the player in the special game being executed. Note that this display is merely an example, and any display can be performed without any problem.

≪Action≫
Next, the effect | action in this embodiment is demonstrated, referring FIGS. 44-49.

<Long open A>
In this example, description will be given focusing on “a plurality of rounds” in “a certain special game” including a unit game of long open A. Specifically, the seventh to ninth rounds of a special game (in this example, a special game related to the 3A symbol) will be described as an example. Here, in the case of this example, in the seventh round of the special game, the distribution prize winning port 2220 operates in the order of “52 ms open / 2600 ms close / 28800 ms open / close” (long open), and the shielding member 2224a is , "52ms open, 2600ms closed, 31400ms open, 2000ms closed, 52ms open, closed (* If no discharge error is detected after 2600ms have passed since the distribution prize opening is closed, the operation is interrupted and closed)" Operate.

(In the case of long open A / when the discharge ball abnormality is not detected)
Here, FIG. 44 is a timing chart showing the operation contents when the discharge ball abnormality is not detected in the case where the open mode of the large allocation winning opening 2220 is long open A.

  First, at the timing of 1 in the figure (start timing of the seventh round of the special game), since the seventh round is an odd-numbered round, the distribution large winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a in the distribution large winning opening 2220 are opened. (52 ms open) is executed. In addition, at this timing, the effective period between the distribution prize winning opening 2220 and the specific area 2224 and the discharge ball detection period are started.

  Next, at the timing of 2 in the figure, the distribution large winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a are closed (2600 ms closed) when 52 ms has elapsed since the opening of the distribution large winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a. .

  Next, at the timing of 3 in the figure, the distribution large prize opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a are opened when 2600 ms have elapsed since the closing of the distribution large prize opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a (the distribution large prize opening) 2220 is opened for 28800 ms, and the shielding member 2224a is opened for 31400 ms).

  Next, at the timing of 4 in the figure, the allocation prize winning port 2220 is closed when 28800 ms has elapsed since the opening of the allocation prize winning port 2220. It should be noted that the simultaneous closing time of the distribution prize winning port 2220 and the normal prize winning port 2120 starts from this timing.

  Next, at the timing of 5 in the figure, the 8th round is triggered by the elapse of 200 ms, which is the round end waiting time (the time combining the closing time and the preparation time) since the closing of the allocation prize winning port 2220. At the same time, since the eighth round is an even-numbered round, the normal winning opening 2120 is opened (29000 ms open). Each round period is configured in the order of opening, closing, and preparation. Note that the period from the timing 4 to the actual timing (200 ms) in the figure is the simultaneous closing time of the allocation prize winning port 2220 and the normal prize winning port 2120.

  Next, at the timing of 6 in the figure, the validity period of the allocation prize winning port 2220 ends with 1900 ms having elapsed since the closing of the allocation prize winning port 2220. Note that the period from the timing 4 to the actual timing (1900 ms) in the figure is the game ball detection grace time from the closing of the special winning opening.

  Next, at the timing of 7 in the figure, the validity period of the specific area 2224 ends when 2600 ms has elapsed since the closing of the allocation prize winning opening 2220. Further, at this timing, since no abnormality of the discharged ball is detected, the driving of the shielding member 2224a is forcibly terminated, and the discharged ball detection period is also terminated. Note that the period (700 ms) from the timing 6 to the present timing in the figure is the time from the end of the game ball detection time to the end of the discharge time.

  Next, at the timing of 8 in the figure, the normal prize opening 2120 is closed when 29000 ms has elapsed since the opening of the normal prize opening 2120.

  Next, at the timing of 9 in the figure, the 8th round ends when 200 ms, which is the round end waiting time (the time combining the closing time and the preparation time), has passed since the closing of the regular prize opening 2120 Then, the ninth round is started, and since the ninth round is an odd-numbered round, the sorting prize winning opening 2220 is opened (52 ms is opened). In addition, when the ninth round is started, the shielding member 2224a is opened (52 ms open), and the effective period between the large prize winning opening 2220 and the specific area 2224 and the discharge ball detection period are started. .

  As shown in the lower left of the figure, the relationship between the game ball passage time between the switches (between the detection devices) and the effective time design value is as follows. Designed for a longer time than the maximum value of measured values (theoretical value) {measured value that took the most time when game balls flowed down between the switches (between detection devices)}. It is configured so that it can pass between switches (between detection devices).

  In addition, as described above, in this embodiment, the simultaneous closing time of the distribution winning prize opening 2220 and the normal winning opening 2120 is 200 ms, the game ball detection grace time after closing the winning prize opening is 1900 ms, and the game ball The time from the end of the detection time to the end of the discharge time is 700 ms, and the simultaneous closing time of the distribution large winning opening 2220 and the normal large winning opening 2120 is configured to be the shortest. In this way, by making the simultaneous closing time of the allocation prize winning opening 2220 and the normal prize winning opening 2120 short, the game balls launched during the special game can be divided into the distribution prize winning opening 2220 and the normal prize winning opening 2120. Thus, it is possible to minimize the fact that the player is discharged from the out port 142 without entering the ball, and the player's profit can be secured.

(Long open A / Discharge ball abnormality detection)
Next, FIG. 45 is a timing chart showing the operation contents when the discharge ball abnormality is detected in the case where the open mode of the distribution large winning opening 2220 is long open A.

  First, at the timing of 1 in the figure (start timing of the seventh round of the special game), since the seventh round is an odd-numbered round, the distribution large winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a in the distribution large winning opening 2220 are opened. (52 ms open) is executed. In addition, at this timing, the effective period between the distribution prize winning opening 2220 and the specific area 2224 and the discharge ball detection period are started.

  Next, at the timing of 2 in the figure, the distribution large winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a are closed (2600 ms closed) when 52 ms has elapsed since the opening of the distribution large winning opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a. .

  Next, at the timing of 3 in the figure, the distribution large prize opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a are opened when 2600 ms have elapsed since the closing of the distribution large prize opening 2220 and the shielding member 2224a (the distribution large prize opening) 2220 is opened for 28800 ms, and the shielding member 2224a is opened for 31400 ms).

  Next, at the timing of 4 in the figure, the allocation prize winning port 2220 is closed when 28800 ms has elapsed since the opening of the allocation prize winning port 2220.

  Next, at the timing of 5 in the figure, the 8th round is triggered by the elapse of 200 ms, which is the round end waiting time (the time combining the closing time and the preparation time) since the closing of the allocation prize winning port 2220. At the same time, since the eighth round is an even-numbered round, the normal winning opening 2120 is opened (29000 ms open). Each round period is configured in the order of opening, closing, and preparation.

  Next, at the timing of 6 in the figure, the validity period of the allocation prize winning port 2220 ends with 1900 ms having elapsed since the closing of the allocation prize winning port 2220.

  Next, at the timing of 7 in the figure, when 31400 ms has elapsed since the opening of the shielding member 2224a, the shielding member 2224a is closed (2000 ms is closed) and the valid period of the specific region 2224 is ended. Further, at this timing, since the abnormality of the discharged ball is detected, the driving of the shielding member 2224a is continued, and the discharged ball detection period is also continued.

  Next, at timing 8 in the figure, the shielding member 2224a is opened when there is a discharge ball abnormality and 2000 ms has elapsed since the shielding member 2224a was closed. Next, at timing 9 in the figure, the shielding member 2224a is closed when there is a discharge ball abnormality and 52 ms has elapsed since the opening of the shielding member 2224a.

  Next, at the timing of 10 in the figure, the normal prize opening 2120 is closed when 29000 ms has elapsed since the opening of the normal prize opening 2120. Note that the ninth round, which is the next round, is not started because the discharge ball abnormality has not been resolved at this timing.

  Next, at the timing of 11 in the figure, since the discharge ball abnormality has been eliminated, the discharge ball detection period ends, and a preparation time until the start of the next round of 4 ms (1 interrupt) is started. Next, at the timing of 12 in the figure, the 8th round is ended when 4 ms (1 interrupt) has elapsed since the elimination of the discharge ball abnormality, the 9th round is started, and the 9th round is an odd round. For this reason, the distribution prize winning opening 2220 is opened (52 ms open). In addition, when the ninth round is started, the shielding member 2224a is opened (52 ms open), and the effective period between the large prize winning opening 2220 and the specific area 2224 and the discharge ball detection period are started. .

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, the discharge ball abnormality occurs in a certain round (in this example, an odd number round) related to the opening and closing of the distribution big prize opening, and the normal big prize opening that is the next round If the discharge ball abnormality has not been resolved even after the round end waiting time (the time of closing time and preparation time) after the opening / closing operation of the round related to opening / closing of the ball has elapsed, the normal The round end waiting time of the round related to opening and closing of the big prize opening is configured to be extended. In addition, when the discharge ball abnormality is resolved in a situation where the round end waiting time of the round related to opening and closing of the normal prize winning opening is extended, a predetermined time (for example, one interruption) from the time when the discharge ball abnormality is resolved After the elapse of 4 ms), the next round (odd round) is configured to start, and after the discharge ball abnormality has been reliably resolved, the opening / closing control of the distribution prize winning in the next round is executed. Will be able to.

<In case of long open B>
In FIG. 46 and FIG. 47, description will be given focusing on “a plurality of rounds” in “a special game” including a unit game of long open B. Specifically, description will be made by taking the ninth to tenth rounds of a special game (in this example, a special game related to the 7A symbol) as an example. Here, in the case of this example, in the ninth round of the special game, the distribution prize winning opening 2220 operates in the order of “29000 ms open / close” (long open B), and the shielding member 2224 a is “52 ms open / closed”. 2600 ms closed, 31400 ms open, 2000 ms closed, 52 ms open, closed (* If no discharge error is detected after 2600 ms have passed after closing the sorting prize opening, the operation is stopped and closed). Hereinafter, the description of the processing that is substantially the same as that in the case of the long opening A will be omitted, and differences will be described.

(In the case of long open B / when the discharge ball abnormality is not detected)
First, reference will be made to FIG. In the unit game of long open B, there is no operation to temporarily close the allocation big prize opening 2220 as compared to the unit game of long release A, so the time until the end of the operation of the distribution big prize opening 2220 is short ( (Long release A: 31 452 ms, Long release B: 29000 ms). Therefore, when the allocation prize winning port 2220 is opened to the longest, the timing of 7 in the figure for confirming the discharge ball abnormality when 2600 ms elapses from the end of the opening of the allocation prize winning port 2220 in 4 in the figure is the shielding member 2224a. If it is visited during the predetermined period C related to driving and no discharge ball abnormality is detected, the driving of the shielding member 2224a is forcibly terminated.

(Long open B / Discharge ball abnormality detection)
Reference is now made to FIG. In the unit game of long open B, when a discharge ball abnormality is detected at the timing of 7 in the figure, the shielding member 2224a continues a fixed drive pattern until the discharge ball abnormality is resolved. Here, in the same figure, the case where the discharge ball abnormality continues at the timing of 11 in the figure when the opening operation of the regular prize winning opening 2120 in the tenth round is completed is illustrated. In this way, when the discharge ball abnormality that occurred in the ninth round of opening of the distribution big prize opening 2220 continues even after the opening operation of the normal big prize opening 2120 in the tenth round has ended, the tenth round The opening time and / or the preparation time in is extended until the discharge ball abnormality is resolved, and the eleventh round is not started. Thereafter, the discharge ball detection period ends at the timing of 12 in the figure when the discharge ball abnormality is resolved, and the eleventh round is started at the timing of 13 in the figure when the next timer interruption process is executed.

<In case of short opening>
In FIG. 48 and FIG. 49, description will be given focusing on “a plurality of rounds” in “a special game” including a short-open unit game. Specifically, a description will be given by taking the seventh to eighth rounds of a special game (in this example, a special game related to the 4A symbol) as an example. Here, in the case of this example, in the seventh round of the special game, the distribution prize winning opening 2220 operates in the order of “52 ms open / close” (short open), and the shielding member 2224a is “52 ms open / 2600 ms”. Closed, 31400 ms open, 2000 ms closed, 52 ms open, closed (* If no discharge error is detected after 2600 ms have passed since the distribution prize opening is closed, the operation is stopped and closed). Hereinafter, the description of the processing that is substantially the same as the case of the long opening A and the long opening B will be omitted, and differences will be described.

(In case of short open / in case of abnormal detection of discharged ball)
First, FIG. 48 will be referred to. In the short-open unit game, the opening operation of the large allocation winning opening 2220 is completed at the timing 2 in the figure, and the discharge ball abnormality is confirmed at the timing 5 in the figure that is 2600 ms later. Here, when the discharge ball abnormality is not detected, the driving of the shielding member 2224a is terminated simultaneously with the end of the predetermined period B, and the driving for the subsequent predetermined periods C, D, and E is not executed.

(In the case of short open / discharge ball abnormality detection)
Reference is now made to FIG. In the short-open unit game, when a discharge ball abnormality is detected at the timing 5 in the figure, the shielding member 2224a is continuously driven for a predetermined period C · D · E until the discharge ball abnormality is resolved. . In addition, when the opening operation of the regular prize winning opening 2120 in the eighth round is continued, the opening time and / or preparation time in the eighth round is extended to the elimination of the discharge ball abnormality, Nine rounds will not start. Thereafter, when the driving operation of the shielding member 2224a continues at the timing of 7 in the figure when the discharge ball abnormality has been resolved, the drive operation is forcibly terminated and the discharge ball detection period ends, and the next timer interrupt processing is performed. The ninth round is started at the timing of 8 in the figure to be executed.

  In the present embodiment, the distribution prize winning opening and the normal prize winning opening are controlled independently, so that even if an abnormal discharge ball occurs at the distribution winning prize opening, The winning opening is configured to be executed, and the effect of facilitating smooth progress of the game is achieved.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, it is comprised so that the entrance of the game ball | bowl to a specific area | region may be detected in all the rounds which concern on opening / closing of the big prize winning opening in a special game. As a result, the same processing can be reused regardless of whether or not game balls have already entered the specific area, and the program capacity can be reduced.

  Further, in the present embodiment, various information commands (particularly, a high profit redisplay command) are transmitted to the sub side when returning from a power failure. As a result, even if a power failure occurs after a game ball enters a specific area during a special game, an effect similar to the effect performed before the power failure can be started. It is possible to prevent the production before and after the interruption from occurring and causing the production to lose the profit for the player.

  Further, in the present embodiment, during the special game, it is configured to open the distribution prize winning opening and the normal prize winning opening alternately, so the distribution prize winning opening is opened in a long open manner. The number of rounds that will give players a sense of expectation that they will be given the opportunity to transition to a probability-variable gaming state, and the design of the gaming machine, such as which rounds will open the big prize winning opening The variation of this can be increased, and the interest property of a game can be improved. In addition, it is not limited to this example and you may set arbitrarily which round is set as the round in which the opening aspect of a distribution big prize opening becomes long open. Further, in this embodiment, the round related to the opening / closing of the distribution winning award is an odd number round and the round related to the opening / closing of the normal winning award is an even number round. The rounds related to opening and closing may be odd-numbered rounds, the rounds related to opening and closing of the sorting prize winning opening may be even-numbered rounds, and the distribution winning prize opening and the regular winning prize opening may not be configured to be alternately opened ( The rounds related to the opening and closing of one big prize opening may be continuous).

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the round related to the opening and closing of the sorting prize winning opening, even after the opening of the sorting prize winning opening is completed, there is a period in which the shielding member is opened, Even if a game ball has entered just before the end of the opening of the allocation big prize opening, it can enter the specific area, so it is more reliable when the distribution big prize opening is opened in the long opening mode. Thus, it is possible to provide a user-friendly gaming machine that allows a game ball to enter a specific area.

Moreover, in this embodiment, when the end demo time of the special game has elapsed, if it is during the discharge waiting time, the end demo will not end (the main game symbol variation cannot be started). Even when a discharge ball abnormality occurs in the final round of the special game, the period for executing the error notification can be secured.
(Modification 1)

  In the present embodiment, the discharge ball abnormality is eliminated when the power is turned off, but the method for eliminating the discharge ball abnormality is not limited to this. Therefore, such a configuration is referred to as a first modification from the present embodiment, and only changes from the present embodiment will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 50 is a flowchart of the special game control process and the discharged ball abnormality recovery process in the first modification from the present embodiment. The change from this embodiment is about Step 2850 (Modification 1). That is, in the special game control process related to the subroutine of step 2100, after the execution of the normal prize opening control process of step 2700, the special game execution control means 1173 executes the discharged ball abnormality recovery process in step 2850 (modified 1). Then, the process proceeds to step 2900.

  Next, the discharged ball abnormality recovery process according to the subroutine of Step 2850 (Variant 1) will be described. First, in step 2852, the special game execution control unit 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the discharge ball abnormality flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2852, in step 2854, the special game execution control unit 1173 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and determines whether or not the entrance confirmation flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2854, in step 2856, the special game execution control means 1173 determines whether or not the distribution big prize entrance ball sensor (the distribution prize detection device 2121) has detected a new game ball entry. judge. In the case of Yes in step 2856, in step 2858, the special game execution control unit 1173 turns on the entrance confirmation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. . On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2856, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  In the case of No in step 2854, in step 2860, the special game execution control unit 1173 determines whether or not the discharge sensor (discharge ball detection device 2224-2) has detected a new game ball. In the case of Yes in step 2860, in step 2862, the special game execution control unit 1173 resets (zero clears) the distribution winning prize counter 1174e and the discharge number counter 1174f. In addition, this process will eliminate the discharge ball abnormality. Next, in step 2864, the special game execution control unit 1173 turns off the ball entry confirmation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage unit 1194, and returns to the caller of this subroutine. Note that if the answer is No in step 2852 or step 2860, the process returns to the caller of this subroutine.

  By changing as described above, the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modified example from the present embodiment causes the game ball to enter the distribution large winning opening when the discharge ball is abnormal, and enters the distribution large winning opening. The sensor and the discharge sensor are configured to recover from the discharge ball abnormality by detecting the entry of the game ball. As a result, it is possible to recover from the discharge ball abnormality without interrupting the power supply (without interrupting the game) (the progress of the game is not hindered).

(1) << Characteristic configuration in this embodiment >>
(1-1) Board configuration

(1-1-1) Game Area In this example, the second launch is stronger than the first launch strength in contrast to the first launch strength (for example, the strength at which game balls mainly flow down to the left side of the board). A path (for example, placed on the right side of the board) where the game ball flows down when fired at a strength (for example, the strength at which the game ball mainly flows down to the right side of the board), and exceeds one game ball. A section having a width less than two balls, that is, a section where a game ball that has entered the section later does not overtake a game ball that has previously entered the section. A distribution winning opening and a normal winning opening are provided downstream of the exit of the section. By configuring in this way, it is possible to avoid a situation in which a player enters a ball that greatly exceeds the upper limit of the number of balls entered in one round of the special game. In addition, an electric accessory is also provided downstream of the outlet of the section. By constituting in this way, excessive entry can be avoided while the electric accessory is open.

(1-1-2) Electric Power In this example, the second firing strength is higher than the first firing strength in comparison with the first firing strength (for example, the strength at which the game ball mainly flows down to the left side of the board surface). A main game start port (second main game start port) with an electric accessory is placed on a path that can flow when fired at a launch strength (for example, the strength at which the game ball flows down to the right side of the board) doing.

(1-1-3) Main Game Start Port In this example, the first main game start port is disposed in the approximate center of the game area, and the second main game start port is disposed on the right side of the game area. And (1) When the first launch strength (for example, the strength at which the game ball mainly flows down to the left side of the board surface) is launched, it is easy to enter the first main game start port, while the second main game It is difficult to enter the starting port. (2) When the second launch strength is greater than the first launch strength (for example, the strength at which the game ball flows down to the right side of the board surface), The first main game start port and the second main game start port are arranged so that it is easy to enter the game start port but difficult to enter the first main game start port.

(1-1-4) Grand Prize Winner (1-1-4-1) Position In this example, the second is stronger than the first firing strength (for example, the strength at which game balls mainly flow down on the left side of the board). The distribution prize winning opening and the normal prize winning opening are arranged at positions where it is easy to enter the ball at the launch strength (for example, the strength at which the game ball mainly flows down to the right side of the board surface). In addition, the distribution prize winning opening is located above, and the normal prize winning opening is located below (in addition, they are arranged above and below with respect to the vertical direction). Further, in this example, the distance between the distribution large winning opening and the normal large winning opening (the interval between the opening and closing members) is less than one game ball.

(1-1-4-2) Detection device In this example, a distribution winning sensor for detecting a ball entering the distribution large winning opening and a ball entering a specific area inside the distribution large winning opening. And a discharge sensor for detecting a discharge ball (a game ball that has not entered the specific area). Here, both of the specific area sensor and the discharge sensor are arranged downstream of the distribution prize winning opening, and both sensors are arranged side by side with the shielding wall interposed therebetween. With this configuration, the game ball detected by the distribution winning sensor is detected by either the specific area sensor or the discharge sensor. In this example, the specific area sensor also functions as a discharge sensor. In addition, the said sensor means a "detection apparatus", and if it is a detection apparatus, it will not specifically limit, It is a concept including not only a non-contact type but a contact type (for example, microswitch) (common in this specification).

(1-1-5) Display Device Although not particularly shown in this example, the jackpot symbol displayed on the main game symbol display device is large in the special game related to the jackpot symbol even if the player visually recognizes it. It is comprised so that it may become difficult to recognize the opening aspect of a winning opening.

  In this example, although not specifically shown, since a special game of 16 rounds is executed at the time of a big hit, a round number display lamp (executed in a special game) is not provided (may be provided). In addition, since the opening mode of the round at the time of the special game is different, an opening mode indicator lamp that indicates the opening mode of the round at the time of the special game is provided.

(1-2) Control (1-2-1) Main side control (1-2-1-1) Launcher In this example, the launcher has a launcher capable of adjusting the launch intensity of the game ball by the player's operation. The launching device has a game ball firing interval (launching speed per launch when continuously firing) Y of 600 ms (100 launching game balls per minute). On the other hand, the closing time between rounds is 200 ms. In addition, the said numerical value is an illustration. Thus, the closing time between rounds X <the game ball firing interval Y. With this configuration, it is possible to prevent a useless ball (a ball that cannot enter the big winning opening) during the closing time between rounds. The launching device is not the main side control but the prize ball paying side control.

(1-2-1-2) When the power is turned off and when the power is turned on In this example, the power supply to the RAM is continued by the backup power supply even when the power is cut off, so that the information at the time of the power interruption can be maintained. ing.

(1-2-1-3) Special Game In this example, there are a plurality of open modes in the unit game (round) in which the allocation prize winning opening is in an open state (three types in this example). Specifically, a first unit game that can be opened for a first time (preferably less than or less than one launch interval of game balls), and after opening for the first time and then closing for a predetermined time, A second unit game that can be reopened (or opened and closed) for a second time longer than the first time and a third time that can be opened for a third time longer than the first time (or the second time) Unit game. In this way, by configuring the first unit game and the second unit game to be executable, even after the opening operation of the first time with low expectation for transition to the probability variation is finished, the probability There is a possibility that the opening operation of the second time with high expectation to the change transition is executed. As a result, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game during the special game. The second time and the third time are preferably equal to or greater than one launch interval of the game balls in order to secure the entry to the specific area, It is more preferable that it is equal to or greater than (half of 1) × (one launch interval of game balls) or more, and it is particularly preferable that it is equal to or greater than (upper number of winnings in the round) × (one launch interval of game balls). It is.

  In this example, the special game release pattern is determined based on a reference table.

  In this example, it is configured so that the process related to the distribution prize winning opening and the process related to the normal winning prize opening can be executed independently of each other. That is, even if an error such as an abnormal discharge ball occurs at one of the large winning openings, the opening of the other large winning opening is not hindered.

  In this example, all of the big wins have the same number of rounds (16 rounds), and the rounds that open the distribution big prize opening and the rounds that open the normal big prize opening are alternately executed.

  In this example, the shielding member can be driven and controlled to the above-described open position and closed position. In this example, triggered by the opening of the allocation prize winning opening, the shielding member is driven and controlled by a predetermined driving pattern, and the opening of the distribution winning prize opening ends (the opening time ends or a predetermined number of entries are entered). When the discharge ball abnormality is not detected (or eliminated) after the discharge check timing after the lapse of a predetermined period from the end of the ball), the fixed drive pattern is forcibly ended. Also, the drive pattern of the shielding member is longer than the opening time + predetermined period in the case where the opening time of the allocation large winning opening is the longest (in this example, the opening in the opening mode of the long opening A). It is comprised so that it may become. For this reason, the latter half of the fixed drive pattern is executed only when an abnormal discharge ball is detected (when the drive pattern of the shielding member is continuously controlled without being forcibly terminated).

  In this example, the allocation prize waiting time is the time to wait for the game ball present in the allocation prize winning opening to be detected by the prize winning sensor when the allocation prize winning opening is closed. It is set as a time (1900 ms) that can include the time required for the ball to reach the sorting prize sensor from the entrance of the sorting prize winning opening (1772 ms which is the maximum value of the actual measurement value).

  In this example, the round end waiting time is the time from when the excitation of the solenoid that opens the distribution winning prize opening is stopped until the next round can be started. Specifically, the round end waiting time is the time from when the solenoid is de-energized until the distribution prize winning opening is completely closed (140 ms taking into account the delay in closing due to the weight of the game ball) + the next round This is a time (200 ms) that can include a time (60 ms) with a margin for the preparation time of the process. It should be noted that the period in which the round end waiting time is counted is a period in which none of the solenoids of the big prize opening is excited.

  In this example, both the allocation winning awaiting time and the round end waiting time are started simultaneously with the closing of the allocation winning award (for example, starting at the solenoid OFF timing). The allocation prize waiting time is set to be longer than the round end waiting time. In other words, during the allocation prize waiting time (within the period during which the allocation to the allocation prize sensor is valid), the opening of the normal big prize opening for the next round is started.

  In this example, the specific area winning standby time is a time for waiting for a game ball detected within the effective period of the distribution winning sensor to be detected by the specific area sensor or the discharge sensor. Therefore, the specific area winning standby time is set as a time (700 ms) that can include the time required to reach the specific area sensor or the discharge sensor from the distribution winning sensor (673 ms which is the maximum value of the actual measurement value). . In this example, after the specific area winning standby time has elapsed, that is, a sufficient time for all game balls that have entered the distribution prize winning opening to be discharged (detected by the specific area sensor or the discharge sensor). After the elapse of time, it is configured to check the discharge abnormality.

  In this example, when a game ball enters the specific area, the number of winnings and the number of discharged prizes at the large prize winning opening are compared. Are not handled (the probability change transition reservation flag is not turned on), and an error is notified.

  In this example, when an abnormal discharge ball occurs at the distribution prize winning round, after the opening of the normal prize winning opening related to the next round is finished, the round winning prize opening is opened until the abnormal discharge ball is resolved. Configured to not start.

  In this example, the sensor for confirming the discharge is not provided inside the normal winning opening, and it is configured not to confirm the discharge ball abnormality.

(1-2-1-4) Specific Game In this example, when a game ball enters a specific area during a special game (especially during the effective period of the specific area), the probability variation game state after the end of the special game Is configured to migrate to. Further, the probability variation gaming state is configured to end when a predetermined number of main game symbol variations are made.

  In this example, after the special game is over, the game is in a time-saving game state until a predetermined number of main game symbol changes are made. As a result, the winning probability on the auxiliary game side is improved, the fluctuation time of the main game symbol / auxiliary game symbol is relatively shortened, and further, the main game start port (second main game start) when the auxiliary game is won The opening time of the electric accessory placed in the mouth) is configured to be longer than that in the normal gaming state.

(1-2-2) Sub-main side control In this example, although not shown in particular, if the winning pattern is a “long open” winning style in all rounds, It is configured so that the player can be notified of the fact (or that the probability variation is confirmed) by the start.

  In this example, when an error such as a discharge ball abnormality occurs, the sub-control board notifies the player of that fact, and the main control board can notify the hole (via the external terminal) to that effect. It is configured as follows.

  In this example, during the execution of the special game, the aspect of the effect is different before and after the game ball enters the specific area. However, in this example, when winning with a big hit symbol in which the open mode of the big winning opening is “long open”, the mode of production is different before and after the game ball enters the specific area. (Of course, it may be configured such that the aspect of the effect is different before and after the game ball enters the specific area). In addition, there is an effect that is executed only when a game ball enters the specific area for the first time in the special game being executed (for example, an effect that the probability variation is confirmed).

In this example, although not shown in particular, it is possible to control so that the number of rounds being executed is not notified after the special winning opening is opened with “short opening” during the execution of the special game. It is configured.
(2) ≪Change mode≫

  Note that the configuration of the present embodiment is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. The following are possible modifications from the present embodiment.

(2-1) Board Surface Configuration (2-1-1) Game Area After the big hit symbol stops in the game area, the specific area where the special game is started when the game ball enters is distributed. You may have it separately from the big prize opening.
(2-1-2) Electric combination In this example, the electric combination is provided only at the second main game start opening, but both main game start openings may be provided only at the first main game start opening. Even if it is provided, it does not have to be provided at any main game starting port.

(2-1-3) Main game start port In this example, the first main game start port is arranged in the approximate center of the game area, and the second main game start port is arranged on the right side of the game area. It is not limited. For example, a mode in which a second main game start port is provided above or below (for example, directly below) the first main game start port (in this case, a second main game start port is installed directly below the first main game start port and (2) The main game start opening may be configured not to win the second main game start opening when the electric combination is attached when the electric play is closed). A mode provided on the right side of the position of the two main game start ports, a mode where only two start ports are provided (that is, a conventional first type), a mode where a plurality of one or both start ports are provided (for example, the first main game start port) The first main game start port A and the first main game start port B are provided, and a random number is acquired from a common random number generator regardless of which is won).

(2-1-4) Grand Prize Winner (2-1-4-1) Position (2-1-4-1-1) Vertical Direction Based on the vertical direction, the distribution big prize mouth is down and the normal grand prize is received. The mouth may be up. Further, even if they do not overlap vertically with respect to the vertical direction, one large prize winning opening may be arranged on the upstream side along the flow path, and the other large winning prize opening may be arranged downstream thereof.
(2-1-4-1-2) Left and right direction One large winning opening may be provided on the left or right with reference to the position of the other large winning opening. For example, an aspect in which one big prize opening is provided on the right side with the center (vertical direction) of the board surface as a reference, and the other big prize opening is provided on the right side thereof. An aspect in which one big prize opening is provided, and the other big prize opening is provided on the right side of the board, one big prize opening is provided on the left side with respect to the center (vertical direction) of the board surface, and the other big prize opening is provided on the right side. Aspect to be provided, with the center (vertical direction) of the board surface as a reference, one large winning opening is provided on the left side, and the other large winning opening is provided on the left side, and the center of the board surface (vertical direction) is substantially centered An embodiment in which one large winning opening is provided on the left side and the other large winning opening is provided on the left side thereof.
(2-1-4-2) Number With regard to the number of the big winning mouths, in this example, the distribution big winning mouth and the normal big winning mouth are one each, but either one or both may be plural.
(2-1-4-3) Size and shape In this example, the size of the distribution winning prize opening and the normal winning prize opening are substantially the same, but one size and shape may be different from the other size. .
(2-1-4-4) Type In this example, the distribution winning prize opening and the normal winning prize opening are tilt-type winning prize openings, but either or both of the other types, for example, a game board (player) A prize that can be taken out from the side (hereinafter referred to as the advance state) and retracted into the game board (opposite to the player side) (hereinafter referred to as the retracted state). It may be a mouth (so-called “velo-type attacker”), a single-wing or double-wing type attacker (so-called “wing-type attacker” in a conventional type 2 game machine).

(2-1-4-5) Detection Device In this example, the normal ball outlet is not provided with the discharge ball detection device. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the normal ball winning port has the discharge ball detection device. You may comprise so that it may provide.

  In this example, the specific area entrance detection device is also configured to function as the discharge ball detection device as a sensor for detecting the exit balls inside the distribution prize winning opening. A discharge ball detection device may be further provided downstream of the ball detection device. Or you may employ | adopt the structure which provides a discharge ball | bowl detection apparatus downstream from a specific area | region entrance detection apparatus.

(2-1-5) Others A member that can be operated by the player, and a sub input button that can transmit operation input information to the sub main control unit may be provided.

(2-2) Control-related (2-2-1) Main side control (2-1-1-1) Launching device The gaming ball launching device emits a gaming ball when an abnormal discharge ball is detected or fraud is detected. It may be configured to cancel. The launching device is preferably not the main side control but the prize ball paying side control, but may be the main side control.

(2-2-1-2) When the power is turned off and when the power is turned on An information saving area is provided to back up game-related information at the time of power interruption, and backup power is supplied to the information saving area at the time of power interruption. May be. In this case, a process that can acquire and restore the game-related information backed up in the information saving area is executed at the time of power recovery.

(2-2-1-3) Special game In this example, the open mode of the special winning opening in the special game is three types of long open A, long open B, and short open, but it is not limited to this. Instead, the number of open modes may be reduced or increased. In addition, in one round, an “opening / closing mode” may be provided that repeats the opening operation for a predetermined time until a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, when the number of winnings reaches a predetermined number or when a predetermined time is reached).

  In this example, the release pattern of the special game is determined using the reference table, but is not limited to this, and the release pattern is determined by lottery using a random number (for example, a symbol determination random number). Alternatively, the special game may be executed in a predetermined opening pattern.

  In this example, the number of rounds is the same for all jackpots, but a special game with a different number of rounds may be executed.

  In addition, in this example, when the allocation prize opening and the regular prize opening are alternately opened, the distribution prize opening is opened first (the round related to the opening of the distribution prize opening in special games). May be executed first), but in a special game in which the normal prize opening is opened first, the round related to the opening of the normal prize opening may be executed first).

  Further, in this example, in all the special games, the allocation large winning opening and the normal large winning opening are alternately opened, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, (1) In a special game, there is one or more rounds in which only one of the distribution prize winning opening and the normal prize winning opening is opened, or (2-1) the distribution large winning opening is open. And a mode in which the order is released based on an irregular order (for example, only the third round, only the first round and the 16th round), Aspects that exist multiple times and are opened based on a regular order (for example, a mode in which a distribution prize winning opening is opened every n rounds, a distribution prize winning prize in one or more rounds in the first half, or normal (A mode in which the big prize opening is opened and the normal big prize opening or the distribution big prize opening is opened in one or a plurality of rounds in the latter half) can be mentioned (including combinations thereof).

  The opening pattern of the special game may be determined by lottery instead of being determined based on the winning symbol. For example, for a mode that has a specific area where a special game is to be started when a game ball enters after the jackpot symbol is stopped, apart from the big prize winning opening, the passage of the specific area It is also possible to obtain a random number at the opportunity, and to determine the content of the special game to be started and / or the game state to be transferred after the special game is finished based on the acquired random number.

  In this example, when a game ball enters the specific area, the number of winnings and the number of discharged prizes at the large prize winning opening are compared. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the error occurrence information is transmitted only to the hall without notifying the error. Alternatively, it may be configured such that the discharged ball is abnormal (the discharged ball abnormal flag is turned on at this time).

  In this example, during the execution of the special game round, the preparation time is provided after the special winning opening is closed. However, the preparation time may be provided before the special winning opening is opened. That is, the preparation time of a certain round may be performed at “the end of the previous round” (this example), or may be performed at the “beginning of the subsequent round” (modified example).

  In this example, since the abnormal discharge error does not occur in the round related to the normal winning prize opening, the opening operation of the round executed after the round is not prohibited. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured to detect an abnormal discharge error in a round related to a big prize opening. In this case, the process is executed after the round until the abnormal discharge error is resolved. The opening operation of the round related to the normal prize winning opening may be prohibited (in the case where an abnormal discharge error occurs in the round related to the distribution big winning prize in this example, the next movement is not performed until the abnormal discharging error is resolved). This is the same as when the round related to the prize-winner is not executed).

  Here, when configured as described above, the game ball that has passed through the normal winning detection device when the game ball has entered the normal big winning port during the special game, as in the case of the distribution big winning port in this example. The number and the number of game balls that have passed through the discharge ball detection device may be compared to determine whether or not a discharge ball abnormality has occurred.

(2-2-1-3) Specific Game In this example, if there is a ball entering a specific area during the execution of a special game, a probability variation game with a limited number of times after the special game ends. Although it is configured to shift to the state, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be configured to shift to the probability variation gaming state that continues until the next big hit occurs. Further, when the number of continuous transitions to the probability variation gaming state reaches a predetermined number, it may be configured to forcibly transition to the non-probability variation gaming state after the end of the special game after reaching the predetermined number of times. In addition, when a falling lottery executed for each change of the main game symbol is won, it may be configured to be able to shift to a non-probability variation game state.

  In this example, during the execution of the special game, if there is no entry to the specific area, it is configured to shift to the non-stochastic variation gaming state / time reduction gaming state, but is not limited to this, During the execution of a special game, if there is no entry to a specific area (in other words, after the special game is over, the game does not enter the probability variation game state), so that it does not enter the time-reduced game state. It may be configured.

(2-2-2) Sub-main side control In this example, if the winning pattern is a long-hit symbol where the open mode of the big prize opening is “long open” in all rounds, To that effect (or that the probability variation is confirmed). Therefore, the specific area winning effect is configured not to be executed, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the specific area winning effect may be executed in any special game related to the big hit symbol.

  In this example, it has been configured to notify the player and hall staff of the fact when fraud is detected, but is not limited to this, for example, an aspect that can be recognized only by the hall (for example, by the main control board, It is also possible to notify that the fraud has been detected by transmitting information to the hall (via an external terminal) or by outputting information different from the normal time to the outside by the sub control board). Good.

  When the above-described sub input button is provided, the presentation mode may be changed based on the operation of the sub input button. For example, if the sub-input button is pressed more than a predetermined number of times during the period from the stop display of the jackpot symbol for which the distribution prize winning opening is long open until the distribution winning prize opening is long open, the special You may comprise so that the production | presentation which alert | reports that the distribution prize winning opening is long open in a game may be performed.

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Here, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment may be a pachinko gaming machine having any one or more of the following configurations (a) to (j).

  The configuration (a) includes at least a variable winning opening, and the variable winning opening (in this example, a distribution large winning opening 2220) is a winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device) that detects a winning of a game ball. 2221) and a specific area passage detection unit (in this example, a discharge ball detection device) that is disposed downstream of the winning detection unit (in this example, the distribution winning detection device 2221) and detects the passage of the game ball to the specific region. 2224-1), and the pachinko gaming machine plays one or more unit games with the variable prize opening (in this example, the distribution prize winning hole 2220) in an open state. Special games including the above can be executed, and even after the variable prize opening (in this example, the distribution big prize opening 2220) is closed when the end condition of the unit game is satisfied, the prize detection unit (in this example) According to the distribution prize detection device 2221) A winning grace period, which is a period for validating the winning detection of the game ball, and the passing of the gaming ball to the specific area by the specific area passage detection unit (specific area ball detecting device 2224-1 in this example) are effective. The specific region passage grace period is provided, and the specific region passage grace period can continue even after the detection grace period ends.

  The configuration (b) includes at least a first variable winning opening (in this example, a distribution winning prize opening 2220) and a second variable winning opening (in this example, a normal winning opening 2120), and the first variable winning opening (In this example, the allocation prize winning port 2220) includes a winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221) for detecting a winning ball and the winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221). It is a configuration relating to a pachinko gaming machine having a discharge detection unit (in this example, a specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 and an exit ball detection device 2224-2) arranged downstream, which detects the discharge ball. The pachinko gaming machine is continuously executed after the first unit game with the first variable winning opening (in this example, the distribution large winning opening 2220) in the open state, and the first unit game ends. The second variable winning opening (in this example, the normal winning opening 212 ) In the open state can be executed, and when the first unit game finish condition is satisfied, the first variable prize opening (in this example, the distribution big prize opening 2220) ) In the closed state, the number of game balls detected by the winning detection unit (in this example, the distribution winning detection device 2221) and the discharge detection unit (in this example, the specific area incoming detection device 2224-1 and the discharged ball) The second unit game can be executed even when the state in which the number of discharged balls detected by the detection device 2224-2) is inconsistent continues.

  In the configuration (c), a special game is being executed, and a specific area (in this example, a specific area) is always executed during the execution of a unit game related to opening / closing of the first variable winning opening (in this example, the distribution big prize opening 2220). 2224) is detected.

  In the configuration (d), when a power interruption occurs after the entry to a specific area (specific area 2224 in this example) is detected during the execution of a special game, As information at the time of power-off recovery, information on entering a specific area (specific area 2224 in this example) is transferred from the main control section (main control apparatus 1000 in this example) to the sub control section (sub control board 2000 in this example). This is a configuration for transmitting.

  The configuration (e) has at least a variable winning opening, and the variable winning opening (in this example, the distribution large winning opening 2220) is a first ball detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning) that detects passage of a game ball. Detection device 2221) and a second ball detection unit (in this example, a discharge ball detection device) that is disposed downstream of the first ball detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221) and detects the passage of game balls. 2224-1) and a third sphere that is different from the second sphere detector disposed downstream of the first sphere detector (in this example, the distribution winning detection device 2221) and detects the passage of a game sphere. A detection unit (in this example, a distribution prize detection device 2221), and further temporarily stores information on the number of game balls detected by the first ball detection unit (in this example, a distribution prize detection device 2221). A first storage unit for storing, the second sphere detection unit and the third sphere detection unit (in this example, distribution) A second storage unit that temporarily stores information on the number of game balls detected by the award detection device 2221), and a pachinko gaming machine that further includes a game ball in the third ball detection unit. Information about the number of game balls stored in the first storage unit at the time before the information about the number of game balls based on the passage is updated in the second storage unit when passing, and the second Based on the information on the number of game balls stored in the storage unit, when the number of the latter game balls is subtracted from the number of the former game balls, the third ball detection is performed. This is a configuration in which the passing of the game ball to the unit (in this example, the distribution prize detection device 2221) is invalidated.

  In the configuration (f1), when the power failure occurs while the abnormal discharge ball state continues, the process for forcibly setting the abnormal discharge ball state to the normal state when returning from the power failure is performed. The configuration is as follows.

  The configuration (f2) has at least a variable winning opening (in this example, a large allocation winning opening 2220), and the variable winning opening (in this example, a large allocation winning opening 2220) detects a winning ball. (Distribution winning detection device 2221 in this example) and a discharge detection unit (in this example, a specific region entry) that is disposed downstream of the winning detection unit (in this example, distribution winning detection device 2221). Sphere detection device 2224-1 and discharge ball detection device 2224-2), and when the power failure occurs when the abnormal discharge ball state continues After returning from the power-off, the winning detection unit (in this example, the distribution winning detection device 2221) and the discharge detection unit (in this example, the specific area entrance detection device 2224-1 and the exit ball detection device 2224-2) In any case, the passing of game balls is detected. When a configuration for eliminating the discharge bulb abnormalities, and to.

  The configuration (g) is a configuration related to a pachinko gaming machine having at least a first variable winning opening (in this example, a distribution winning opening 2220) and a second variable winning opening (usually a large winning opening 2120 in this example). The pachinko gaming machine has a first unit game in which the first variable winning opening (in this example, the distribution large winning opening 2220) is opened, and the second variable winning opening (usually large in this example). In this configuration, it is possible to execute a special game that alternately performs the second unit game in which the winning opening 2120) is opened.

  The configuration (h) has at least a first variable winning opening (in this example, a distribution winning prize opening 2220) and a second variable winning opening (in this example, a normal winning opening 2120), and the first variable winning opening (In this example, the allocation prize winning port 2220) includes a winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221) that detects the winning of a game ball, and the winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221). ), A specific area passage detection unit (discharge ball detection device 2224-1 in this example) that detects the passage of the game ball to the specific area, and is related to the pachinko gaming machine, The pachinko gaming machine is continuously executed after the first unit game with the first unit game in which the first variable winning opening (in this example, the distribution large winning opening 2220) is opened, and the first unit game is completed. Open the variable prize opening (normally the big prize opening 2120 in this example) A special game including the second unit game to be executed, and the first variable prize opening (in this example, the distribution big prize opening 2220) is closed when the end condition of the first unit game is satisfied After setting the state, the second variable game in which the second variable winning a prize opening (usually the big prize winning opening 2120 in this example) is opened after a time less than or less than the firing interval of one game ball is executed, In addition, even during the execution of the second unit game, the game ball by the winning detection unit (in this example, the distribution winning detection device 2221) in the first unit game executed immediately before the second unit game. The winning detection grace period, which is the period during which the winning detection of the game is valid, and the passing of the game ball to the specific area by the specific area passage detection unit (specific area entrance detecting device 2224-1 in this example) are validated. A specific area passage grace period, It may continue, a configuration to.

  The configuration (i) has at least a first variable winning opening (in this example, a distribution winning prize opening 2220) and a second variable winning opening (in this example, a normal winning opening 2120), and the first variable winning opening (In this example, the allocation prize winning port 2220) includes a winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221) that detects the winning of a game ball, and the winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221). ), A specific area passage detection unit (discharge ball detection device 2224-1 in this example) that detects the passage of a game ball to a specific area, and the specific area passage detection unit (discharge ball in this example). Shielding means (shielding member 2224 in this example) that can move to a shielding position that shields the passage of the game ball to the detection device 2224-1) and a non-shielding position that does not shield, and the shielding means (shielding member 2224 in this example) Shield control means that controls displacement of the A pachinko gaming machine having a member drive control means 1174-1), wherein the pachinko gaming machine has the first variable prize opening (in this example, the distribution big prize opening 2220) in an open state. Special game including one unit game and a second unit game that is executed after the end of the first unit game and in which the second variable prize opening (in this example, the normal big prize opening 2120) is opened. As the first unit game, a short open first unit game (short in this example) that can continue to open the first variable prize opening (in this example, the large prize winning opening 2220) for a first time. Open) and a long open first unit game (in this example, a long open B) that continues to open the first variable winning opening (in this example, the distribution large winning opening 2220) for a second time longer than the first time. ) And at least selectable, the short open first unit In the game, the shielding control means (shielding member drive control means 1174-1 in this example) opens the first variable winning opening (in this example, the distribution large winning opening 2220) for the first time. The displacement control is performed so that the position of the shielding means (shielding member 2224 in this example) is substantially the first time for the non-shielding position in synchronism with the continuing operation. The shielding control means (shielding member drive control means 1174-1 in this example) can continue to be opened for the second time of the first variable prize winning opening (in this example, the large allocation winning opening 2220). The displacement control is performed so that the position of the shielding means (shielding member 2224 in this example) is the non-shielding position for a third time longer than the first time.

  The configuration (j) has at least a variable winning opening (in this example, a large allocation winning opening 2220), and the variable winning opening (in this example, a large distribution winning opening 2220) detects a winning of a game ball. A specific area for detecting the passage of a game ball to a specific area, which is arranged downstream of the detection section (in this example, the distribution prize detection device 2221) and the winning detection section (in this example, the distribution prize detection apparatus 2221) The passage detection unit (discharge ball detection device 2224-1 in this example) and the shielding position for blocking the passage of the game ball to the specific area passage detection unit (discharge ball detection device 2224-1 in this example) Shielding means (shielding member 2224 in this example) that can be moved to the shielding position, and shielding control means (shielding member drive control means 1174-1 in this example) that controls displacement of the shielding means (shielding member 2224 in this example). And pachinko machines with The pachinko gaming machine is capable of executing a special game including one or more unit games with the variable winning a prize opening (in this example, the distribution big prize winning opening 2220) in an open state. When the end condition of the game is satisfied, the variable prize opening (in this example, the distribution big prize opening 2220) is closed and a certain unit game is ended, and then the variable prize opening is won during the certain unit game. Under the situation where it is not possible to confirm the discharge of all the game balls for a predetermined time, the shielding control means (shielding member drive control means 1174-1 in this example) has won the variable winning opening during the certain unit game. The configuration is such that control for displacing the position of the shielding means (shielding member 2224 in this example), which is not executed under the situation where all the discharge confirmations are taken in a predetermined time, is executed.

  The configuration (k) includes at least a first variable winning opening (in this example, a distribution winning prize opening 2220) and a second variable winning opening (in this example, a normal winning opening 2120), and the first variable winning opening (In this example, the allocation prize winning port 2220) includes a winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221) for detecting a winning ball and the winning detection unit (in this example, a distribution winning detection device 2221). A configuration relating to a pachinko gaming machine having a discharge detection unit (in this example, a discharge ball detection device 2224-1 and a distribution prize detection device 2221) arranged downstream, which detects a discharge ball, The pachinko gaming machine is continuously executed after the first unit game with the first unit game in which the first variable winning opening (in this example, the distribution large winning opening 2220) is opened, and the first unit game is completed. Open the variable prize opening (normally the big prize opening 2120 in this example) A special game including the second unit game to be executed, and when the first unit game is satisfied with the end condition of the first unit game, the first variable winning slot (in this example, distribution) After closing the big winning opening 2220), the number of game balls detected by the winning detection unit (in this example, the distribution winning detection device 2221) and the discharge detection unit (in this example, the specific area entrance detection device 2224) 1 and the number of discharged balls detected by the discharged ball detection device 2224-2) continue even if the second unit game is executed while the end condition of the second unit game is satisfied. As an opportunity, the disagreement continues even after the second variable prize opening (in this example, the normal big prize opening 2120) is closed in the second unit game. Later execution of the first unit game is scheduled Case, execution may wait execution of the first unit game, which is scheduled, a configuration to.

  The configuration (l) includes at least a variable winning opening (in this example, a large allocation winning opening 2220), and the variable winning opening (in this example, a large allocation winning opening 2220) detects a winning ball. (Distribution winning detection device 2221 in this example) and a discharge detection unit (in this example, a specific region entry) that is disposed downstream of the winning detection unit (in this example, distribution winning detection device 2221). A pachinko gaming machine having a ball detecting device 2224-1 and a discharged ball detecting device 2224-2), wherein the pachinko gaming machine has the variable winning a prize opening (in this example, a distribution prize winning award). 2220) can execute a special game including one or more unit games that are in an open state, and prohibits a transition lottery to the special game until the special game ends, and after the special game ends. Will take the lottery for the special game In a special game, the variable prize opening (in this example, the distribution big prize opening 2220) is closed in the unit game in a special game under the configuration where the permitted control is executed. After that, the number of game balls detected by the winning detection unit (in this example, the distribution winning detection device 2221) and the discharge detection unit (in this example, the specific area incoming detection device 2224-1 and the discharged ball detection device 2224-2). If the state in which the number of discharged balls detected in (2) is inconsistent continues, even if all the unit games scheduled to be executed in the certain special game have ended, the inconsistent state is resolved. Up to this point, the lottery for shifting to the special game is prohibited.

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A starting opening where game balls can enter,
A first variable winning opening that can take a closed state and an open state;
A specific area in which game balls that have entered the first variable winning opening can enter,
A second variable winning opening that can be in a closed state and an open state;
With
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on the game ball entering the starting port,
Based on the random number, whether or not to determine whether or not to be determined,
A game that can make a state advantageous to the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined period elapses when either the first variable winning opening or the second variable winning opening is determined when the result of the determination by the determination unit is winning. Special game execution means capable of executing a special game in which a unit game is executed a plurality of times,
A low-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is a predetermined probability and a high-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is higher than the predetermined probability, and a low probability after the execution of the special game A means for either a lottery state or a high-probability lottery state, and can be set to a high-probability lottery state after completion of the execution of the special game, provided that a special area has been entered during execution of the special game. Game state transition control means,
In a certain continuous unit game during the execution of a special game, in the preceding unit game, the first variable prize opening is a game that can be advantageous to the player, and in the subsequent unit game, the second variable prize opening is played. A game that can be in an advantageous state for the player, and in the preceding unit game, the timing for ending the first variable prize opening in an advantageous state for the player, and in the subsequent unit game, The pachinko gaming machine may be configured such that the timing for starting the two variable winning awards to be in an advantageous state for the player is substantially the same.

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A starting opening where game balls can enter,
A first variable winning opening that can take a closed state and an open state;
A first variable winning opening entrance detecting means for detecting a game ball entering the first variable winning opening;
A specific area in which a game ball that has entered the first variable winning opening is provided downstream of the first variable winning opening detection means;
A specific area entrance detection means for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the specific area;
A second variable winning opening that can be in a closed state and an open state;
A second variable winning opening entrance detecting means for detecting a game ball entering the second variable winning opening;
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on the game ball entering the starting port,
Based on the random number, whether or not to determine whether or not to be determined,
A game that can make a state advantageous to the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined period elapses when either the first variable winning opening or the second variable winning opening is determined when the result of the determination by the determination unit is winning. Special game execution means capable of executing a special game in which a unit game is executed a plurality of times,
A low-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is a predetermined probability and a high-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is higher than the predetermined probability, and a low probability after the execution of the special game A means for either a lottery state or a high-probability lottery state, and can be set to a high-probability lottery state after completion of the execution of the special game, provided that a special area has been entered during execution of the special game. Game state transition control means,
In a certain continuous unit game during the execution of a special game, in the preceding unit game, the first variable prize opening is a game that can be advantageous to the player, and in the subsequent unit game, the second variable prize opening is played. A game that can be in an advantageous state for the player, and in the preceding unit game, the timing for ending the first variable prize opening in an advantageous state for the player, and in the subsequent unit game, The timing at which the two variable prize winning openings are started to be in an advantageous state for the player is configured to be substantially the same timing,
At least in the preceding unit game, even after the unit variable game is ended, the first variable winning port is detected by the first variable winning port entrance detecting means even after the end of making the first variable winning port an advantageous state for the player. A detection grace period, which is a period during which entry detection is validated, is provided, and even after the detection grace period has elapsed, it is a period during which entry detection of a game ball by the specific area entry detection means is valid. There is a release grace period,
When configured to have substantially the same timing, the period in which both the first variable prize opening and the second variable prize opening are closed is configured to be shorter than the detection grace period or the discharge grace period. It may be a pachinko gaming machine characterized by being.

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A starting opening where game balls can enter,
A first variable winning opening that can take a closed state and an open state;
A first variable winning opening entrance detecting means for detecting a game ball entering the first variable winning opening;
A specific area in which a game ball that has entered the first variable winning opening is provided downstream of the first variable winning opening detection means;
A specific area entrance detection means for detecting the entrance of a game ball into the specific area;
A second variable winning opening that can be in a closed state and an open state;
A second variable winning opening entrance detecting means for detecting a game ball entering the second variable winning opening;
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on the game ball entering the starting port,
Based on the random number, whether or not to determine whether or not to be determined,
A game that can make a state advantageous to the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined period elapses when either the first variable winning opening or the second variable winning opening is determined when the result of the determination by the determination unit is winning. Special game execution means capable of executing a special game in which a unit game is executed a plurality of times,
A low-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is a predetermined probability and a high-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is higher than the predetermined probability, and a low probability after the execution of the special game A means for either a lottery state or a high-probability lottery state, and can be set to a high-probability lottery state after completion of the execution of the special game, provided that a special area has been entered during execution of the special game. Game state transition control means,
In a certain continuous unit game during the execution of a special game, in the preceding unit game, the first variable prize opening is a game that can be advantageous to the player, and in the subsequent unit game, the second variable prize opening is played. A game that can be in an advantageous state for the player, and in the preceding unit game, the timing for ending the first variable prize opening in an advantageous state for the player, and in the subsequent unit game, The timing at which the two variable prize winning openings are started to be in an advantageous state for the player is configured to be substantially the same timing,
At least in the preceding unit game, a period during which the ball detection of the game ball by the first variable winning port entrance detecting means is valid even after the first variable winning port is closed when the unit game is ended. And a specific area entrance detection grace period that is a period for validating the detection of a game ball by the specific area entrance detection means, which can be continued even after the winning detection grace period elapses. , Is provided,
When the specific area entry grace period in the preceding unit game has elapsed, the first variable prize opening and / or the abnormal detection state that the illegal entry detection was made in the specific area, When the timing for ending the subsequent unit game is reached without the abnormality detection state being resolved, the timing for ending the subsequent unit game is configured to be delayed,
When delaying the timing for ending the subsequent unit game, it is configured to determine whether delay is possible at predetermined intervals, and when it is determined that the abnormality detection state has been eliminated at the time of determining whether delay is possible, It may be a pachinko gaming machine configured to end the subsequent unit game when the predetermined interval has passed since the determination of whether or not a certain delay is possible.

100 gaming board, 102 outer frame 104 front frame, 106 transparent plate 108 door, 110 upper ball tray 112 lower ball tray, 116 launching handle 114 speaker, 122 outer rail 124 inner rail, 120 game area 2210 first main game start port, 2110 Second main game start port 2410 Auxiliary game start port, 192 Center decoration 130 Game ball guide rail, 132 Distribution channel 134 Normal channel, 142 Out port 1000 Main controller, 1100 Game control unit 1110 Entrance determination unit, 1111 1st main game start entrance entrance judging means 1112 2nd main game start entrance entrance judging means 1113 Auxiliary game entrance entrance entrance judging means 1120 random number acquisition judgment execution means, 1121 1st main game random number acquisition judgment execution means 1122 Second main game random number acquisition determination execution means 1123 Auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means 1130 Toll control means, 1131 first main game symbol hold means 1131a first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1132 second main game symbol hold means 1132a second main game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1133 auxiliary game symbol hold means 1133a Auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means, 1135 success / failure lottery means 1135a special game transition determination means, 1135b success / failure lottery table 1135b-1 first main game success / failure lottery table, 1135b-3 second main game success / failure lottery table 1140 Symbol content determination means, 1141 First main game content determination means 1141a First main game content determination lottery table, 1422 Second main game content determination means 1142a Second main game content determination lottery table, 1143 Auxiliary game content determination means 1143a Lottery table for determining auxiliary game contents, 1150 Display control means 1151 First main game symbol control means, 1151a First main game symbol fluctuation time management means 1151a-1 First main game symbol fluctuation management timer, 1152 Second main game symbol control means 1152a Second main game symbol fluctuation Time management means, 1152a-1 Second main game symbol variation management timer 1154 Main game symbol hold release control means, 1153 Auxiliary game symbol control means 1153a Auxiliary game symbol variation time management means, 1153a-1 Auxiliary game symbol variation management timer DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1160 Electric accessory opening / closing control means, 1161 Condition determination means 1162 Release timer, 1170 Special game control means 1171 Condition determination means, 1172 Special game content determination means 1172a Special game content reference table, 1172b Opening / closing mode determination table 1173 Special game execution control means 1173a Number of rounds Unter 1173b End demonstration execution timer, 1174 Distribution large prize opening control means 1174a Distribution round timer, 1174b Distribution prize waiting timer 1174c Distribution round end timer, 1174d Discharge waiting timer 1174e Distribution prize counter, 1174f Discharge number counter 1174 -1 Shielding member drive control means, 1174-1a Specific area winning stand-by timer 1175 Normal big prize opening control means, 1175a Normal round timer 1175b Normal winning stand-by timer, 1175c Normal round end timer 1175d Normal win counter, 1180 Specific game control means 1180 Specified game control means, 1181 Specified game end condition determination means 1181b Time-count counter, 1190 Game state temporary storage means 1191 First main game state temporary storage means, 1191a First flag one Storage unit 1191b First main game symbol information temporary storage unit, 1192 Second main game state temporary storage unit 1192a Second flag temporary storage unit, 1192b Second main game symbol information temporary storage unit 1193 Auxiliary game state temporary storage unit, 1193a Auxiliary Game related information temporary storage means 1193b Auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means, 1194 Special game related information temporary storage means 1195 Specific game related information temporary storage means, 1197 Distribution game related information temporary storage means 1300 Information transmission control means, 1301 Command transmission Trust buffer 1400 Prize ball payout determination means 2000 Game peripheral device 2210 First main game start port, 2211 First ball detection device 2130 First main game symbol display device, 2131 First main game symbol display unit 2132 First main game symbol Hold display part, 2110 2nd main game start port 21 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 2nd ball detection apparatus, 2112 Electric accessory 2230 2nd main game symbol display apparatus, 2231 2nd main game symbol display part 2232 2nd main game symbol hold display part, 2120 Normal big prize opening 2121 Normal winning detection apparatus, 2122 Normal electric accessory 2220 Sorting prize winning opening, 2221 Sorting prize detection device 2222 Sorting electric accessory, 2224, specific area 2224a shielding member, 2224-1 specific area entrance detection apparatus 2224-2 discharge ball detection apparatus, 2410 Auxiliary game entrance 2411 Entrance detection device, 2420 Auxiliary game symbol display device 2421 Auxiliary game symbol display unit, 2422 Auxiliary game symbol hold display unit 2320 Production display control means (sub-main control board), 2321 Display information reception unit 2321a Main side information temporary storage means, 2322 decoration symbol display control means 2322a Drawing means 2322a-1 Drawing variation content determination lottery table 2322c Drawing display related information temporary storage means, 2322d Drawing variation time management timer 2323 Drawing hold information display control means, 2323a Drawing hold information temporary storage means 2324 General information temporary storage means, 2400 information transmission / reception control means 2310 effect display means (sub-sub control board)
2450 Sub information transmission / reception control means, 2313 Image display control means 2311 Decoration symbol display area, 2312a First hold display section 2312b Second hold display section 3000 Prize ball payout control device

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A starting opening where game balls can enter,
A first variable winning opening that can take a closed state and an open state;
A specific area in which game balls that have entered the first variable winning opening can enter,
With a second variable winning opening that can be in a closed state and an open state,
Random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number based on the game ball entering the starting port,
Based on the random number, whether or not to determine whether or not to be determined,
A game that can make a state advantageous to the player until a predetermined number of balls or a predetermined period elapses when either the first variable winning opening or the second variable winning opening is determined when the result of the determination by the determination unit is winning. Special game execution means capable of executing a special game in which a unit game is executed a plurality of times,
A low-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is a predetermined probability and a high-probability lottery state in which the winning probability in the determination of success / failure is higher than the predetermined probability, and a low probability after the execution of the special game A means for either a lottery state or a high-probability lottery state, and can be set to a high-probability lottery state after completion of the execution of the special game, provided that a special area has been entered during execution of the special game. Game state transition control means,
In a certain continuous unit game during the execution of a special game, in the preceding unit game, the first variable prize opening is a game that can be advantageous to the player, and in the subsequent unit game, the second variable prize opening is played. A game that can be in an advantageous state for the player, and in the preceding unit game, the timing for ending the first variable prize opening in an advantageous state for the player, and in the subsequent unit game, A pachinko gaming machine characterized in that the timing at which the two variable prize winning openings are started to be in an advantageous state for the player is substantially the same.

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