JP6643734B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

  Pachinko related to gaming machines.

  At present, the most popular pachinko gaming machines are called "special symbols" (or main gaming symbols) on a display unit such as a 7-segment display when a game ball enters the starting port (start chucker). Special game state in which the player has a higher profit state than the normal game state when the special symbol has a specific mode (for example, “7”). (A so-called attacker) is a model of a type that shifts to a game that is released under predetermined conditions (a so-called “first-class pachinko game machine”). Here, in order to reduce the burden of display control of special symbols directly connected to the interests of the player, apart from the above-mentioned "special symbols", it is referred to as "decorative symbols" for effects for enhancing the interest of the game. The symbol to be displayed is displayed on a display such as a liquid crystal display having a size larger than that of the display unit in a form synchronized with the fluctuation of the special symbol. Then, when the change of the special symbol is started, the decoration symbol also starts to change accordingly, and when the special symbol is stopped in a specific mode (for example, “7”), the decoration symbol is also changed to a predetermined mode (for example, ("777"). Then, the player recognizes that the transition to the special game has been confirmed by the stop of the decorative symbol in the predetermined mode.

  Here, since the mechanism is common to pachinko gaming machines of this type, in order to differentiate it from other types, it is necessary to make efforts to enhance the overall appeal, including the variation of the symbols, and to provide high interest. The focus is on whether to grant. For example, in the case where the variation display of the "special symbol" cannot be started, a function of suspending the variation display is provided when a game ball enters the starting port, and the game content at the time of the holding digestion is set in advance. One of the techniques is a technique of improving the interest of the game by making a notification or suggestion (a so-called reserved look-ahead effect).

Patent No. 4713538 JP 2013-183920 A JP 2012-196565 A

  However, there is a problem that further improvement is required because the reserved look-ahead effect has been frequently used.

Pachinko gaming machine according to this aspect,
A starting port that allows game balls to enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information;
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects,
A main game section for controlling the progress of the game,
It has a sub game unit that controls the display of the effect,
The main game department
A random number acquiring means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port,
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining unit, a random number temporary storage unit that temporarily stores the obtained random number as a hold until a success / failure determination permission condition is satisfied;
When the permission / inhibition determination permission condition is satisfied, a permission / inhibition determination unit that performs a permission / inhibition determination based on the random number,
Identification information display content determining means for determining the stop identification information of the identification information based on the result of the determination by the determination section;
Based on the determination by the identification information display content determining means, after variably displaying the identification information in the identification information display unit, the identification information display control means to control the stop identification information stop display,
Special game control means for executing a special game advantageous to the player after the result of the success / failure determination by the success / failure determination means is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed,
Game information transmission means for transmitting to the sub game unit side game information necessary for effect display performed on the sub game unit side,
The sub game department,
Game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game unit side,
On the basis of the game information received by the game information receiving means, provided with effect display control means for controlling the effect display content that can be displayed on the effect display unit,
A hold icon image can be displayed in response to the hold occurring on the main gaming section,
While the effect corresponding to the fluctuation display of the identification information and the predetermined effect after the reaching state is displayed, the hold icon image is configured to be hidden,
If there is a specific hold that satisfies the execution condition of the look-ahead effect, and there is an earlier hold that satisfies the acceptance / rejection determination permission condition before the specific hold, an effect based on the existence of the specific hold It is possible to execute a look-ahead effect,
As a pre-reading effect, it has at least a background pre-reading effect displaying a special background image, and a pre-holding pre-production effect displaying a hold icon image for a pre-reading effect,
A hold icon image displayed corresponding to the specific hold can be displayed as a hold icon image for a look-ahead effect,
If a specific hold occurs during the display of the predetermined effect after the reach state is established in response to the change display of the identification information, the display is displayed corresponding to the specific hold during the change display of the identification information. The hold icon image displayed in correspondence with the specific hold is displayed when the next change display of the identification information is started without displaying the hold icon image for the look-ahead effect for the look-ahead effect. Can be displayed as an image,
When a specific hold occurs during the change display of the identification information, the display of the hold icon image for the pre-reading effect can be started from the change display, but even when the specific hold occurs during the change display of the identification information, The display of the special background image does not start during the floating display,
In the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the first hold that satisfies the acceptance / rejection determination permission condition after the specific hold has occurred, the special background image is configured to be able to start display,
As hold information related to the specific hold, at least hold information A and hold information B,
The hold look-ahead effect can be executed regardless of whether the hold information related to the specific hold is the hold information A or the hold information B, while the background look-ahead effect is performed when the hold information related to the specific hold is the hold information B. Is executable, but is not executable if the pending information is A,
When executing the hold look-ahead effect, the hold icon image displayed corresponding to the specific hold is changed to the hold icon image for the look-ahead effect according to whether the hold information regarding the specific hold is the hold information A or the hold information B. It is configured so that the selection tendency of the display mode when displaying as
During the change display of the identification information corresponding to a certain first hold, at the time of the stop of the change of the identification information corresponding to the certain first hold, and the first hold that satisfies the acceptance / rejection determination permission condition next to the certain first hold. During the fluctuation display of the identification information corresponding to, and when the fluctuation of the identification information corresponding to the first hold that satisfies the permission / non-permission judgment permission condition next to the certain first hold, and the next second hold The special background image can be continuously displayed during the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the specific hold that satisfies the validity determination permission condition next to the first hold that satisfies the determination permission condition. In the case where the result of the success / failure determination when the permission / rejection determination permission condition is satisfied is non-winning, based on the presence of the specific suspension during the fluctuation display of the identification information corresponding to the satisfaction of the permission / rejection determination permission condition regarding the first hold, Displayed and The special background image, which is also displayed during the variation display of the identification information corresponding to the satisfaction of the permission / rejection determination permission condition regarding the fixed hold, is displayed in the variation display of the identification information corresponding to the satisfaction of the permission / rejection determination permission condition regarding the specific hold. A pachinko gaming machine characterized in that the pachinko gaming machine is configured to be non-displayed at a timing before the next change display of the identification information is started .
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In addition, although another aspect different from this aspect is listed below, it is possible to implement without being limited to these.
The pachinko gaming machine according to this another aspect,
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
When the change display of the identification information is started until the stop display is set as one unit, and when the number of repetitions of the one unit reaches a predetermined number after a certain game state, a transition condition of the game state is set. After transmitting the pre-reading information on a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) until the change display start condition of the identification information on the certain hold is satisfied. In addition, due to the execution of the unit related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, it is configured to be able to reach the predetermined number of times,
In any of the plurality of determination ranges in a certain gaming state, if any of the candidates for the variation display mode of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, the certain determination is performed. The configuration is such that the expected degree of execution of a special game is relatively higher than when any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the determination range different from the range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, And, when the second gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state, the number of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range when in the first gaming state is larger than the number of the random number. It is configured such that the number of values of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range when in the two game state is smaller,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

  According to the pachinko gaming machine according to the present aspect, there is an effect that the reserved look-ahead effect can be improved.

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is an overall electrical configuration diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 5 is a main flowchart on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a main game content determination random number acquisition process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart of a main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 11 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 12 is a table configuration diagram used in the first (second) main game symbol display process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a special game operating condition determination process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 15 is a flowchart of a special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is a main flowchart on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the hold information management / display content determination / display control processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a flowchart of a winning prefetch determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the prefetching effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a flowchart of a fluctuation start prefetch determination process on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 23 is a flowchart of decorative symbol display content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 25 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 26 is a flowchart of a special game-related display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 27 is a pre-reading effect image diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 28 is a flowchart of a fluctuation start prefetch determination process on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the hold information management / display content determination / display control processing on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 30 is a flowchart of winning prefetching effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 31 is a flowchart of a winning prefetch determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the effect content determination processing on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 33 is a look-ahead effect image diagram in the pachinko gaming machine according to the third modification of the present embodiment. FIG. 34 is a flowchart of a winning prefetch determination process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 4 of the present embodiment. FIG. 35 is a flowchart of a fluctuation start prefetch determination process on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification 4 of the present embodiment. FIG. 36 is a flowchart of a special game control process on the main control board side in the pachinko game machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution process on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 38 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 39 is a flowchart of a special game-related display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment. FIG. 40 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification Example 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 41 is a configuration diagram of a limited frequency table that is referred to when determining a variation mode of a main game symbol in a pachinko gaming machine according to a first modification example of the second embodiment. FIG. 42 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination processing on the main control board side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification Example 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 43 is a flowchart of the hold information management / display content determination / display control processing on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification Example 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 44 is a flowchart of a decorative symbol display control process on the sub-main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to the first modification of the second embodiment. FIG. 45 is a flowchart of the prematurely changing prefetch execution processing on the sub main control unit side in the pachinko gaming machine according to Modification Example 1 from the second embodiment. FIG. 46 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment. FIG. 47 is a table configuration diagram referred to when determining a fluctuation pattern in the pachinko gaming machine according to the fourth embodiment. FIG. 48 is a table configuration diagram referred to when determining the hold display mode in the pachinko gaming machine according to the ninth embodiment. FIG. 49 is a table configuration diagram referred to when determining the hold display mode in the pachinko gaming machine according to the ninth embodiment. FIG. 50 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the ninth embodiment. FIG. 51 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the ninth embodiment. FIG. 52 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the ninth embodiment. FIG. 53 is an operation diagram of the pachinko gaming machine according to the tenth embodiment. FIG. 54 is a table configuration diagram referred to when determining the announcement effect content in the pachinko gaming machine according to the tenth embodiment.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Here, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are provided apart from each other, and a game flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area). The ball is configured to be easily guided to the first main game start port A10, but difficult to be guided to the second main game start port B10. On the other hand, game balls flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (with reference to the center of the game area) are configured to be hard to be guided to the first main game start port A10, but to be easily guided to the second main game start port B10. . Note that “easy to be guided” and “difficult to be guided” are determined, for example, by the number of entering balls when the game balls are fired at the right and left sides of 10,000 balls, respectively.

  In the present embodiment, the motorized accessory is provided on the second main game starting port B10 side. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the motorized accessory is provided on the first main game starting port A10 side. You may. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the first main game start port A10 and the second main game start port B10 are arranged apart from each other, but the present invention is not limited to this. The second main game start port B10 may be arranged so as to overlap with the second main game start port B10. In that case, the upper portion of the second main game start port B10 is closed by the presence of the first main game start port A10. May be.

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

  Here, in the present embodiment, an auxiliary game starting port H10 in which game balls flowing down the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) are easily guided, and game balls flowing down the right side of the game area D30 are hardly guided. And an auxiliary game starting port H10 in which a game ball flowing down the right side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) is easily guided, and a game ball flowing down the left side of the game area D30 is hardly guided. It is configured to have the starting port H10. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and only the game balls flowing on the right side or the left side of the game area D30 (based on the center of the game area) are guided to the auxiliary game starting port H10. It may be configured to be easy.

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

  Next, the first special winning opening C10 is a horizontal rectangular out port which is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) stops the big hit symbol. It is a winning port corresponding to the main game, located at the upper right of D36. As a specific configuration, the first special winning opening C10 includes a first special winning opening winning detection device C11s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a first special winning opening electric accessory C11d (and the first special winning opening). Mouth electric accessory solenoid C13). Here, the first special winning opening winning detection device C11s is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the first special winning opening C10, and the first special winning opening entry information indicating the entering when the ball enters. Generate The first special winning opening motorized accessory C11d changes the first special winning opening C10 into a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or difficult to enter the first large winning opening C10 and an open state in which the game ball can easily be won (No. The big winning opening electric accessory solenoid C13 is excited and varied). Note that, in the present embodiment, the mode of the large winning opening is a mode in which the game ball is formed into a horizontal rectangular shape and is variable between a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easily won. It is not limited to. In this case, for example, a mode in which a bar-shaped member provided in the special winning opening protrudes toward the player side and a retracted state in which the bar-shaped member is retracted with respect to the player side (so-called, The large winning opening itself has a box-shaped member that is a sliding attacker and that can receive a game ball protruding from the game area D30 and flowing down the game area D30, and the box-shaped member when in the advanced state. The special winning opening is closed due to the obstruction of the reception of the game ball to the, and in the retracted state, the receiving of the game ball to the box-shaped member is allowed to open the large winning opening. This is suitable for a case where it is desired to ensure that the number of entering balls into the special winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

  Next, the second large winning opening C20 forms a horizontal rectangular shape which is opened when the first main game symbol (special symbol) or the second main game symbol (special symbol) is stopped at the big hit symbol, and is out. A winning port corresponding to the main game, which is located at the upper right of the mouth D36. As a specific configuration, the second special winning opening C20 includes a second special winning opening winning detection device C21s for detecting the entry of a game ball, a second special winning opening electric accessory C21d (and the second special winning opening). Mouth electric accessory solenoid C23). Here, the second special winning opening winning detection device C21s is a sensor for detecting the entry of a game ball into the second special winning opening C20, and the second special winning opening entering information indicating the entering when the ball enters. Generate The game ball that has entered the second special winning opening C20 is configured to be detected by the second special winning opening winning detection device C21s. Next, the second big winning opening electric role-playing object C21d sets the second big winning opening C20 in a normal state where the game ball cannot be won or difficult to enter the second big winning opening C20 and an open state where the game ball is easy to win. Make it variable. Note that, in the present embodiment, the mode of the large winning opening is a mode in which the game ball is formed into a horizontal rectangular shape and is variable between a normal state in which the game ball cannot be won or difficult to win and an open state in which the game ball is easily won. It is not limited to. In this case, for example, a mode in which a bar-shaped member provided in the special winning opening protrudes toward the player side and a retracted state in which the bar-shaped member is retracted with respect to the player side (so-called, The large winning opening itself has a box-shaped member that is a sliding attacker and that can receive a game ball protruding from the game area D30 and flowing down the game area D30, and the box-shaped member when in the advanced state. The special winning opening is closed due to the obstruction of the reception of the game ball to the, and in the retracted state, the receiving of the game ball to the box-shaped member is allowed to open the large winning opening. This is suitable for a case where it is desired to ensure that the number of entering balls into the special winning opening is a predetermined number (for example, 10).

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Next, the electrical schematic configuration of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the block diagram of FIG. First, as described above, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment pays out game balls based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the main control board M for controlling the progress of the game and the main control board M. Based on information (signals, commands, etc.) from the winning ball payout control board KH to be controlled and the main control board M, various effects on the effect display device SG such as fluctuation and stop of the decorative pattern, sound from the speaker D24, A sub-control board S (in this example, the sub-main control section SM and the sub-sub control section SS are arranged on one board) for controlling lighting of the illumination lamp D26, execution of an error notification, and the like; And a power supply unit E for supplying power to the entire gaming machine including the control board. Here, the sub-control board S is a sub-main control unit SM that controls various effects on the effect display device SG, such as the change and stop of the decorative pattern, sound from the speaker D24, lighting of the illumination lamp D26, and error notification. And two control units of a sub-sub-control unit SS for executing display processing such as variable display / stop display, hold display and advance notice display of decorative symbols on the effect display device SG. The main control board M, the prize ball payout control board KH, the sub-main control unit SM, and the sub-sub control unit SS are provided with a CPU for performing various arithmetic processing, a ROM for storing in advance a program defining the arithmetic processing of the CPU, and a CPU. A RAM for temporarily storing data (various data generated during a game, a computer program read from a ROM, and the like) handled by the game is mounted. Hereinafter, a schematic configuration of each substrate and an electrical connection mode between each substrate and device will be outlined.

  First, the main control board M includes the winning opening sensor Ns ｛the first main game starting opening ball detection device A11s, the second main game starting opening ball detection device B11s, the auxiliary game starting opening ball detection device H11s, The first winning opening winning detection device C11s, the second winning opening winning detection device C21s, and the general winning detecting device (not shown, the general opening is always open regardless of whether a special game is performed or not). And a driving solenoid (not shown) (not shown, the first winning opening electric accessory solenoid C13, the second winning opening electric accessory solenoid C23, which is not shown). , Etc., information display LEDs (not shown), etc., and game peripherals which are indispensable input / output devices for the progress of the game (first main game peripheral A, second main game peripheral B, first・ Second main game shared peripheral device C, auxiliary game lap Equipment H) and are electrically connected to, and controls the progress of the game based on the input signals from each input device. Further, the main control board M is also electrically connected to the prize ball payout control board KH and the sub control board S (sub main control section SM / sub sub control section SS), and based on the progress of the game, the prize ball payout. Is transmitted to the prize ball payout control board KH, and information (commands) relating to the progress state of effects and games is transmitted to the sub-control board S. The main control board M can be connected to a hall computer HC or the like via an external connection terminal (not shown). Is configured to be able to output game-related information to an external device.

  Further, in the present embodiment, as shown by the arrow in FIG. 3, the main control board M and the prize ball payout control board KH are configured to be capable of bidirectional communication, while a command transmission image diagram in the lower part of FIG. As shown in the figure, the main control board M and the sub main control unit SM are connected by one STB signal line and eight parallel signal lines, and the main control board M and the sub main control unit SM are connected to the sub main control unit SM. It is configured to enable one-way communication. When the input from the STB signal line is turned ON, the ON / OFF statuses of the eight parallel signal lines corresponding to the first to eighth bits are read, and an 8-bit reception command (details will be described later, The command from the main side to the sub side is temporarily stored as an 8-bit first command and a second command, respectively. This example is merely an example, and the communication method may be either serial communication or parallel communication. The communication between the control boards (between the control devices) may be one-way communication or two-way communication.

  Next, the prize ball payout control board KH includes a prize ball payout device KE that executes payout of game balls, and a device that is operable by a player and that receives a request for renting a game ball and outputs the prize ball payout control board KH. It is connected to the game ball lending device R for transmission. Further, although not shown, in the present embodiment, a control circuit section of the launch device (launch control board D40) is provided in the award ball payout control board KH, and the award ball payout control board KH and the launch apparatus D42 ( (A firing handle, a firing motor, a ball feeder, etc.). In this embodiment, the game ball rental device R is provided as a separate body and is adjacent to the game machine. However, the game ball rental device R may be integrated with the game machine. The control and management control of a recording medium for lending such as electronic money may be performed in an integrated manner.

  Next, as described above, the sub-control board S includes an effect display device SG for displaying a decorative pattern and the like, a speaker D24, an electric lamp D26, and other effect driving devices (not shown, but a so-called effect device for effect). Motor, solenoid, etc.). In the present embodiment, as described above, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub-control unit SS are provided in the sub-control board S, and control of sound output from the speaker D24 by the sub-main control unit SM is performed. A configuration in which lighting control of D26 and determination control of display contents to be displayed on the effect display device SG are performed, and display control (substantial display control) on the effect display device SG is performed by the sub-sub-control unit SS. Have been. In the present embodiment, the sub-main control unit SM and the sub-sub control unit SS are configured to be integrated on the sub-control board S. However, the present invention is not limited to this. However, there is an advantage in that the structure is integrated such that space merits and a situation in which noise is mixed into wiring and the like can be reduced). Also, the work sharing between the two control units can be appropriately changed, for example, such that the sound control is executed by the sub-sub-control unit SS (preferably when a sound control circuit is integrated with the VDP). Further, an electronic value may be provided without providing a physical prize ball as the prize ball.

  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 board M includes game peripheral devices related to the game (first main game peripheral device A, second main game peripheral device B, first and second main game shared peripheral devices C, auxiliary game peripheral devices H), A sub-main control unit SM (sub-game control means SM) relating to the effect is communicably connected to a prize ball payout control board KH which controls payout of a predetermined number of prize balls based on a payout instruction from the main control board M. ing. The sub-main control unit SM (sub-game control means SM) electrically connects the sub-sub control unit SS (effect display means SS) for executing image effects, various illumination lamps D26 (for example, side lamps), the speaker D24, and the like. It is connected. Further, the prize ball payout control board KH is electrically connected to a prize ball payout device KE including a stepping motor, a sprocket, and the like. The main control board M, the sub main control section SM (sub game control means SM), the sub sub control section SS (effect display means SS), the prize ball payout control board KH, and the like are hardware and data. And a device such as a CPU and the like used for arithmetic processing. In addition, each unit that is hereinafter included in the main control board M may be configured to be mounted on a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device). For example, each unit to be included in a peripheral device (for example, a game peripheral device) may be configured to be mounted on the main control board M. Hereinafter, the details of each of the units (devices) will be described.

  First, the main control board M includes game information control means MJ for controlling acquisition of game information, game content determination means MN for determining the content of a game, and progress of a game such as a special game or a specific game. , A game state temporary storage means MB for temporarily storing information relating to the game state, etc., and various game information on the game peripheral device side, for example, stop symbol information, attribute information of stop symbol, etc. , 16R jackpot, 8R jackpot, 4R jackpot, losing｝, information on fluctuation mode (for example, fluctuation time), start signal / state information / end signal of special game, information for controlling transmission for transmitting 保留, etc. (And a command transmission buffer MT10 for accumulating untransmitted commands) and the prize ball payout control board KH so as to pay out predetermined prize balls based on winning of game balls to various winning ports. Has a prize balls paid out determination means MH, the.

  Here, the game information control unit MJ determines whether or not each random number can be acquired, and the ball entry determination unit MJ10 for determining the inflow of a game ball into each entry port (starting port or the like). A random number acquisition determination executing means MJ20 for acquiring each of the random numbers based on the above, and a holding control means MJ30 for temporarily storing a ball entering each starting port during the fluctuation display as a holding ball within the upper limit number. are doing. Hereinafter, each means will be described in detail.

  First, the ball entry determining means MJ10 includes a first main game starting port entry determining means MJ11-A for determining whether or not a game ball has entered the first main game starting port A10, and a second main game starting port. A second main game starting port entering ball judging means MJ11-B for judging whether a game ball has entered the ball B10 and an auxiliary game starting port for judging whether a game ball has flowed into the auxiliary game starting port H10. The first ball entry judging means MJ11-H, the first large coin opening judging means MJ11-C10, and the second large coin opening C20, which judge whether or not a game ball has entered the first big coin opening C10. And a second special winning opening ball entry determining means MJ11-C20 for determining whether or not a game ball has entered.

  Next, the random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20 determines whether or not to acquire the first main game-side random number based on the entry of the game ball into the first main game start port A10, and, in accordance with the determination result, To the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A for obtaining a random number (for example, a first winning random number, a first variation mode determining random number, a first main game symbol determining random number, etc.) and to a second main game starting port B10 It is determined whether or not to acquire the second main game-side random number based on the entering of the game ball, and the random number (for example, the second winning random number, the second variation mode determining random number, the second main random number, A second main game random number acquisition determination executing means MJ21-B for acquiring a game symbol determination random number, etc., and an auxiliary game random number for determining whether or not to obtain an auxiliary game side random number and obtaining the random number based on the determination result. And acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H. That.

  Here, the “random number” in the claims and the present specification including the above is, for example, “0” to “65535” or “65535” 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”. Further, the random numbers need not be mathematically generated random numbers, but may be pseudo-random numbers generated by hardware random numbers, software random numbers, or the like. For example, the expression method of each value in a random number is a method in which values are sequentially expressed along a sequence of random numbers (plus one method), and the next value (initial value) when the final value of the sequence of random numbers is expressed ) Is determined by an accidental value (initial value updating method), a combination thereof, and the like.

  Next, the holding control means MJ30 controls the processing for holding and starting the change and the holding and controlling means MJ31, and the first main game-side random number acquired in a situation where the permission of the first main game symbol change has not been issued. And temporarily store the random number in the first main game symbol holding information temporary storage unit MJ32b-A until the change permission of the first main game symbol is lowered based on the determination result. The main game symbol holding unit MJ32-A determines whether or not to temporarily store the second main game-side random number acquired in a situation where the change permission of the second main game symbol has not been granted, and based on the determination result, The second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B for holding random numbers in the second main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B until the permission for changing the second main game symbol is lowered, and the auxiliary game symbol change permission is lowered. hand It is determined whether or not to temporarily store the auxiliary game-side random number obtained in the absence of the situation, and based on the determination result, the random number is held in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage unit MJ32b-H until the change of the auxiliary game symbol is permitted. And an auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H for playing.

  Here, the suspension digestion control means MJ31 includes a fluctuation start condition satisfaction determination means MJ31j that determines whether a condition for starting fluctuation is satisfied.

  Next, the first main game symbol holding means MJ32-A, the second main game symbol holding means MJ32-B, and the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32-H can store up to four random numbers and combine the random numbers with the holding order. The first main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit MJ32b-A, the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit MJ32b-B, and the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage unit MJ32b-H for temporarily storing in the form of Have.

  Next, the game content determination means MN determines whether or not to shift to the special game and whether or not to open the second main game start port electric auditors B11d, and whether or not the result of the determination as to whether or not the winning has been achieved. Based on a special game shift determining means MN20 for deciding to shift to a game (actuate a so-called condition device), a symbol content determining means MN40 for determining a stop symbol of each symbol based on each random number, And a variation mode determining means MN50 for determining a variation mode (variation time or the like) of each symbol. Here, the winning / rejecting lottery means MN10 includes a first main game winning / rejecting lottery means MN11-A for performing a winning / rejecting lottery on the first main game symbol, and a second main game winning / rejecting lottery means for performing a winning / rejecting lottery for the second main game symbol. It has MN11-B and auxiliary game success / failure lottery means MN11-H for performing success / failure lottery on the supplementary game symbol. Here, the first main game success / failure lottery means MN11-A, the second main game success / failure lottery means MN11-B and the auxiliary game success / failure lottery means MN11-H are referred to when performing the success / failure lottery for the first main game symbol. A first main game winning / rejecting lottery table MN11ta-A, a second main game winning / rejecting lottery table MN11ta-B that is referred to when a winning / rejecting lottery is performed on a second main game symbol, and a winning / rejecting lottery on an auxiliary game symbol. , Each of which has an auxiliary game success / failure lottery table MN11ta-H which is referred to when performing the game. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the symbol content determining means MN40 determines the stop symbol of the first main game symbol based on the acquired game content determining random number (first main game random number) and obtains the first main game symbol determining means MN41-A. The second main game symbol determining means MN41-B for determining a stop symbol of the second main game symbol based on the determined game content determination random number (second main game random number), and the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number. And an auxiliary game symbol determining means MN41-H for determining the stop symbol of the game.

  Here, the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A has a first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A which is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the first main game symbol, The first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A includes various lottery tables that are different depending on the result of the success or failure. The second main game symbol determination means MN41-B has a second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B which is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the second main game symbol. The second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B includes various lottery tables that are different depending on the result of the win / fail. Further, the auxiliary game symbol determination means MN41-H has an auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H which is referred to when determining a stop symbol related to the auxiliary game symbol. The table MN41ta-H includes various winning tables that differ depending on the game state. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later.

  Next, the variation mode determination means MN50 determines the 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). MN51-A, a second main game fluctuation mode determination unit MN51-B that determines a fluctuation mode (variation time, etc.) of the second main game symbol based on the acquired game content determination random number (second main game random number), Auxiliary game variation mode determining means MN51-H for determining a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the auxiliary game symbol based on the acquired auxiliary game symbol winning random number.

  Here, the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A has a first main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the first main game symbol. In addition, the first main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A includes various lottery tables that are different depending on the result of winning or failing and the game state. Further, the second main game fluctuation mode determination means MN51-B has a second main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B which is referred to when determining the fluctuation mode related to the second main game symbol. The second main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B includes various lottery tables that are different depending on the result of the win / failure and the game state. An example of a detailed table configuration will be described later. Further, the auxiliary game variation mode determination means MN51-H has an auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the auxiliary game symbol, and determines the auxiliary game variation mode determination. The lottery table MN51ta-H for the game includes various winning tables that are different depending on the game state (normal game → auxiliary game normal lottery table, probability varying game and time reduction game → auxiliary game time reduction lottery table).

  Next, the display control means MP10 performs a predetermined time period on the first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 and the second main game symbol display unit B21g of the second main game symbol display device B20. The first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C for controlling to stop and display after changing the first main game symbol, and the auxiliary game symbol display unit H21g of the auxiliary game symbol display device H20, for a predetermined time auxiliary. It has auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H for performing control to stop and display after changing the game symbol.

  Here, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C is a first and second main game symbol change management timer MP11t-C that can be cleared to zero (for example, a decrement counter that is decremented at predetermined intervals. In the following, a counter similar to a timer can be implemented by a similar counter). Further, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H further includes an auxiliary game symbol change management timer MP11t-H capable of measuring time.

  Next, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B determines whether or not a condition for performing a process of opening and closing the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d is satisfied. The second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B and the second main game starting port electric accessory opening timer MP22t for measuring the driving (opening) time of the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d. -B.

  Next, the special game control means MP30 is a condition determining means MP31 for determining whether or not a condition for shifting to the special game is satisfied, and a content of the special game when the special game shift condition is satisfied. (Specifically, the special game content determining means MP32 which determines the special winning opening to be opened, the number of rounds, the time between rounds, etc.) and sets the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b, The special game execution means MP33 for executing a special game (big hit) for opening the mouth C10 or the second big winning opening C20 under a predetermined condition, and time management of various processes related to the special game (for example, the first big winning opening) C10 and the second special winning opening C20). Here, the special game execution means MP33 includes first and second special winning opening electric auditors control means MP33-C for opening and closing the first special winning electric motor C11d and the second special winning electric motor C21d. , A winning ball counter MP33c for counting winning balls in the first winning port C10 and the second winning port C20. The special game time management means MP34 further has a special game timer MP34t for managing the round time. The special game content determining means MP32 further has a special game content reference table MP32ta which is referred to when specifying the content of the special game to be set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b (table Although not shown in detail, this is a table in which the special winning opening to be opened, the number of execution rounds, the execution content for each round, and the like are defined, and the first round after the special game is started. A start demo time, which is a standby time until the game is executed, and an end demo time, which is a standby time from the end of the last round to the end of the special game, are also predetermined in this table).

  Next, the specific game control means MP50 determines whether or not the end condition of the probability-variable game state is satisfied, and determines whether or not the end condition of the time-reduced game state is satisfied. And a time-saving game end condition judging means MP52. Here, the time saving game end condition determining means MP52 has a time saving number counter MP52c capable of counting the number of time savings. Here, the probability varying game state means a gaming state in which the winning probability at the time of winning or failing lottery of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is higher than the non-probability varying gaming state, and the time shortening gaming state. Means that the average value of the fluctuating time of the first main game symbol or the second main game symbol is shorter than the non-time shortened game state, and / or the second main game start port electric accessory per unit time It means a gaming state in which the ease of opening B11d is improved.

  Here, in the present embodiment, during the time reduction game, the fluctuation time of the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol is relatively reduced as compared with the non-time reduction game (time reduction). function). Further, the auxiliary game symbol becomes a hit symbol with a high probability, the fluctuation time of the auxiliary game symbol is relatively shortened, and the extension opening time of the second main game starter electric accessory B11d is relatively extended ( Opening time extension function). In addition, the time reduction game in the present embodiment ends when the total value of the number of times of change of the first main game symbol and the number of times of change of the second main game symbol exceeds a predetermined number of times (probability fluctuation game without time reduction number of times limitation). except for). That is, the number of time savings is configured to be subtracted every time the first main game symbol and the second main game symbol change (stop). In addition, the above-described probable change game termination condition determination means MP51 and the time saving game termination condition determination means MP52 are, for example, a lottery for shifting from a specific game (for example, a probability variation game or a time shortening game) to a normal game at a predetermined probability every time a symbol is changed. (In the case of a pachinko game machine having a so-called falling lottery function).

  Next, the game state temporary storage means MB stores the first main game (the game from the change of the first main game symbol to the stop) and the second main game (the game from the change of the second main game symbol to the stop). First and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C for temporarily storing the current game state in the game) and auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10- for temporarily storing the current game state in the auxiliary game. H and special game-related information temporary storage means for temporarily storing the current game state (for example, the number of rounds, the winning number of game balls in an arbitrary round, the ON / OFF of various flags related to the special game, etc.) in the special game. Specific game-related information for temporarily storing the MB 20b and the current game state of the specific game (for example, the remaining number of time savings, on / off of various flags related to the specific game, etc.) Has a storage means MB30b, the.

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

  The auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H temporarily stores auxiliary game symbol information for temporarily storing information such as a stop symbol relating to the currently changing auxiliary game symbol (auxiliary game symbol in which the change start condition is satisfied). It has means MB11b-H.

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

  First, the first main game peripheral device A includes a first main game start port A10 serving as an opportunity for a transition to a special game, and a first main game symbol display device A20 capable of displaying stop and change of the first main game symbol. ,have.

  Next, the second main game peripheral device B includes a second main game start port B10 serving as an opportunity for a transition to a special game, and a second main game symbol display device B20 capable of stopping and changing the second main game symbol. And

  Next, the first and second main game shared peripheral devices C are in a closed state during a normal game, and are opened under a predetermined condition during a special game (big hit). And the second winning port C20.

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

  Next, the effect display control means (sub-main control unit) SM includes display information receiving means SM10 for receiving various information from the main control board M side, effect processing determination processing and display control processing relating to the effect display. Display control means SM20 for controlling the display, the sub-sub communication control means SM40 for controlling information transmission and reception with the sub-sub-control section SS, and sensor input information management for managing input from sensors connected to the sub-main control section SM It has means SM50 and task management means SM60 for managing other tasks on the sub-main control section SM side. Hereinafter, each of the above means will be described in detail.

  First, the display information receiving means SM10 includes a command buffer SM11bf for storing an unanalyzed command received from the main control board M side, a command analyzing means SM11a for reading and analyzing the command stored in the command buffer SM11bf, A main-side information temporary storage means SM11b for temporarily storing symbol information and display instruction information relating to the first main game and the second main game from the main control board M side.

  Next, the effect display control means SM20 is a decorative symbol display control means SM21 for determining a decoration pattern change mode and a stop symbol and performing a display control processing, and a decoration holding control for managing the number of reserved decorative symbols and the hold display processing. An information display control means SM22, a hold look-ahead effect execution control means SM26 for executing a hold look-ahead effect, and a background effect display control means SM23 for controlling a background image and an effect to be displayed during a special game and a display control process. , An announcement effect display control means SM24 for controlling the announcement effect content determination processing and display control processing; a reach effect display control means SM25 for controlling the reach effect content determination processing and display control processing; and a determination of the lighting mode of the illumination lamp D26. Lamp lighting control means SM27 which performs processing and lighting control processing; and drive mode determination processing for devices such as motors and solenoids. And device operation control means SM28 responsible for dynamic control process has an error notifying means SM29 responsible for notification control on the error of the gaming machine, a.

  Here, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 is based on information from the main control board M side, and determines the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol. There is a design display related information temporary storage means SM21b for temporarily storing various information (variation mode information, stop symbol information, various flags, etc.), and an effect timer SM21t for measuring the variation time of the decorative symbol. are doing. Here, the design display content determining means SM21n further has a drawing variation content determination lottery (reference) table SM21ta which is referred to when determining the stop symbol and the variation mode of the decorative symbol (details of the table). Is not shown).

  Next, the design suspension information display control means SM22 has a construction suspension information temporary storage means SM22b for temporarily storing information relating to the suspension related to the decorative symbol.

  Next, the prize-holding prefetching effect execution control means SM26 determines whether or not the prize-holding prefetching effect can be executed (for example, whether there is a hold that can be a trigger hold in the prize). The fluctuation start time prefetch effect determining means SM26k2 for judging whether or not the fluctuation start time prefetch effect can be executed (for example, whether or not there is a hold that can be a trigger hold in the time period). The look-ahead effect contents determining means SM26n for determining the contents of the look-ahead effect, the look-ahead effect type determination table SM26ta1 for determining the look-ahead effect type, and the hold display mode when executing the hold display change which is the effect mode of the look-ahead effect. And a hold display mode determination table SM26ta2 for determination.

  Next, the background effect display control means SM23, based on the information from the main control board M side, the background effect (displayed on the back of the decorative pattern in this example, the possibility of the special game Background effect display content determining means SM23n for determining the display content of the effect), background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b for temporarily storing information related to the background effect display, and a special game in a specific game. And a consecutive-number-of-houses counter SM23c that counts the number of consecutive wins.

  Next, the notice effect display control means SM24, based on the information from the main control board M side, the notice effect (in this example, is displayed during the change display of the decorative pattern, the degree of expectation of the transition to the special game in the change And an announcement effect display content deciding means SM24n for deciding display contents, display timing, and the like of the effect of suggesting and informing the feasibility of the special game based on the information on the hold, and temporarily storing information relating to the advance effect effect display. , An announcement effect related information temporary storage means SM24b, an announcement effect deciding counter SM24c for indicating an announcement to be determined when a notice of a certain change is divided into a plurality of times, and a sub-input at the time of executing the button continuous hitting effect. When performing an effect using the button continuous hit counter SM24c-2 for counting the number of times the button SB is pressed and the sub input button SB A button control timer SM24t for measuring the execution time of the effect, and a button pressing timer SM24t-2 for measuring the time during which the sub input button SB is maintained in the pressed state during the execution of the button long pressing effect. ,have.

  Next, the reach effect display control means SM25, based on the information from the main control board M side, the reach effect (mainly displayed during the variation display of the decorative symbols, the reach state by the combination of the decorative symbols stopped and displayed) This is an effect that is performed after it is notified that it has become, but also includes an effect that is performed in conjunction with the variable display of the decorative pattern even if the reach state is not reached.) It has reach effect display content determining means SM25n to be determined, and reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b for temporarily storing information related to the reach effect display.

  Next, the lamp lighting control means SM27 includes a lamp control related information temporary storage means SM27b for storing information related to the lamp lighting control, and a lighting progress counter for managing the progress of the effect using the illuminated lamp D26. SM27c.

  Next, the device operation control means SM28 includes a device control related information temporary storage means SM28b for storing information related to device drive control, and a device for managing the progress of the effect using devices such as motors and solenoids. A control timer SM28t.

  Further, the sub-sub communication control means SM40 includes a sub-sub side information temporary storage means SM40b for storing information of the sub-sub control unit SS, and measures whether a reception interval of a toggle signal from the sub-sub control unit SS is equal to or longer than a predetermined time. The transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2 for storing the display instruction command to the sub-sub-controller SS until it is transmitted, and the transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2 A transmission buffer SM40bf for transmitting the display instruction command.

  Next, the sensor input information management means SM50 has a sensor-related information temporary storage means SM50b for storing input information from each sensor and the like.

  Next, the task management means SM60 has a task management counter SM60c for adjusting the execution timing of the processing related to the task management.

  The effect display means (sub-sub-control unit) SS includes sub-information transmission / reception control means SS10 for controlling information transmission / reception with the sub-main control unit SM, and image display for displaying an image in the display area SG10 on the effect display device SG. And control means SS20. Here, the image display control means SS20 further includes an image display-related information temporary storage means SS21b for temporarily storing a command received from the sub-main control unit SM side and information relating to various image displays.

  The effect display means (sub-sub-control unit) SS is electrically connected to the effect display device SG for displaying an image relating to the effect based on information from the effect display means (sub-sub-control unit) SS. Here, the effect display device SG has a display area SG10 for displaying an image.

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

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

  Next, FIG. 5 is a main flowchart showing a flow of a general process performed by the main control board M. After the power of the gaming machine is turned on, the processing of FIG. That is, after the power of the gaming machine is turned on, initialization is performed (not shown, initialization of registers, setting of input / output ports, etc. is performed), and in step 1002, the main control board M Is confirmed, and whether the reset button (RAM clear button) of the power supply unit E is operated, that is, whether the operation of clearing the contents of the RAM is intentionally performed by the administrator of the game arcade or the like. Is determined. If Yes in step 1002, in step 1004, the main control board M clears all RAM contents (for example, information in the game state temporary storage means MB) on the main control board M side. Next, in step 1006, the information transmission control means MT transmits ram clear information (command) indicating that the RAM of the main control board M has been cleared to the sub-main control unit SM (even if transmitted at the timing). Alternatively, a command may be set at this timing and transmitted in a control command transmission process described later), and the process proceeds to step 1016. On the other hand, if No in step 1002, in step 1008, the main control board M checks the contents of the RAM area in the main control board M (for example, the checksum recorded at the time of power failure and the RAM stored in the RAM area). Comparison with the amount of information available). Next, in step 1010, the main control board M determines whether or not the contents of the RAM are abnormal (whether or not the information at the time of power failure is not backed up in the RAM accurately) based on the check result. If Yes in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is abnormal, the process proceeds to step 1004 (RAM clearing process described above). On the other hand, if No in step 1010, that is, if the data backed up in the RAM is normal, in step 1012, the main control board M The information command is acquired, and in step 1014, the acquired various information commands are transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM (the command may be transmitted at the timing, or the command may be set at the timing and a control command described later may be set. Transmission may be performed by transmission processing), and the process proceeds to step 1016. Next, in step 1016, the main control board M is triggered by a periodic interruption (for example, a hardware interrupt about every 1.5 ms) related to the main processing on the main control board M side shown in FIG. However, in this example, the interrupt cycle is assumed to be T). As a result, when the execution-timed interrupt timing has been reached, FIG. 14B is executed. . After step 1018, the main control board M repeatedly executes various random number update processing (for example, increment processing of a random number counter) until the next regular interrupt timing is reached.

  Next, the timer interrupt processing will be described. The main control board M executes the processing of FIG. 6B based on an interrupt request generated when the scheduled interrupt timing is reached. That is, when the scheduled interruption period T arrives (for example, a hardware interruption every 1.5 ms), in step 1100, the main control board M executes an auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1200, the main control board M executes a later-described electric accessory driving determination process. Next, in step 1300, the main control board M executes a main game content determination random number acquisition process described later. Next, in step 1400, the main control board M executes a main game symbol display process described later. Next, in step 1500, the main control board M executes a special game operation condition determination process described later. Next, in step 1600, the main control board M executes a special game control process described later. Next, in step 1910, the main control board M (especially the prize ball payout determination means MH) performs the prize ball payout control processing (drive control of the prize ball payout device KE, etc.) based on the winning opening where the game ball has won. The payout control board KH is executed, and processing for managing the result is executed. Next, in step 1920, the main control board M executes an external signal output process (information output to an external terminal board, a hall computer HC, and the like). Next, in step 1930, the main control board M executes a control command transmission process (transmits the command set in each process described above to the sub-main control unit side), and is executed immediately before execution of the interrupt process. The process returns to the previous process.

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

  Next, FIG. 6 is a flowchart of the auxiliary game content determination random number acquisition processing according to the subroutine of step 1100 in FIG. First, in step 1102, the auxiliary game starting port entrance ball judging means MJ11-H judges whether a game ball has entered the auxiliary game starting port H10 (flowed in, or passed in the case of a gate). In the case of Yes in step 1102, in step 1104, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and determines whether the number of reserved balls is not the upper limit (for example, four). Is determined. If Yes in step 1104, in step 1106, the auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H obtains 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 MJ32-H sets the random number in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H together with the information of the number of the holding in the auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32b-H. Is incremented by 1, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1200). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1102 and step 1104, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing of step 1200).

  Next, FIG. 7 is a flowchart of the electric accessory driving determination process according to the subroutine of step 1200 in FIG. First, in step 1202, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B refers to the flag area of the auxiliary gaming state temporary storage means MB10-H, and determines that the electric accessory opening flag is off. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1202, in step 1204, the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H and sets the auxiliary game symbol changing flag. It is determined whether the switch is off. In the case of Yes in step 1204, in step 1206, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing condition determination means MP21-B accesses the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-H, and holds the holding ball related to the auxiliary game symbol. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1206, in step 1216, the auxiliary game symbol determination means MN41-H refers to the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H to change the auxiliary game side game state (the flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag). At the same time, with reference to the auxiliary game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-H, a stop symbol is determined based on the acquired auxiliary game side game state and the auxiliary game symbol random number based on the reserved ball (for example, the auxiliary game time reduction flag). Is on, the winning symbol is selected with a higher probability than when it is off), and is temporarily stored in the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H.

  Here, the right side of the figure is an example of an auxiliary game stop symbol determination lottery table. As shown in the table, in this example, the stop symbols are “D0, D1, D2”, and the stop symbols that become the hit symbols are “D1, D2”, which are caused by the fact that each stopped. In the non-time-saving game, when the stopped symbol is “D1”, the opening mode of the electric accessory that is to be opened is (0.2 seconds open → closed) and stopped. When the symbol is “D2”, the open mode is (open for 0.2 seconds → close for 0.8 seconds → open and close for 5.0 seconds) (longest open). When the stopped symbol is “D1” during the time reduction game, the opening mode is (open for 1 second → close for 1 second → open for 1 second → close for 1 second → open for 1 second → close). When the symbol is “D2”, the opening mode is configured to be (open for 0.2 seconds → close for 0.8 seconds → open for 4.0 seconds → close). Note that the stop symbol is likely to be a lost symbol "D0" during a non-time shortened game, and the stop symbol is likely to be a hit symbol "D1" during a time shortened game.

  Next, in step 1218, the auxiliary game fluctuation mode determining means MN51-H sends the auxiliary game symbol fluctuation management timer MP11t-H to the auxiliary game symbol based on the auxiliary game side game state (the flag state of the auxiliary game time reduction flag). (For example, 1 second when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is on, and 10 seconds when the auxiliary game time reduction flag is off). Then, in step 1220, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns on the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. Next, in step 1222, the auxiliary game symbol holding unit MJ32-H updates the holding information recorded in the auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage unit MJ32b-H after subtracting 1 from the holding ball relating to the auxiliary game symbol. At the same time, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H starts the auxiliary game symbol change management timer MP11t-H, and then starts the auxiliary game symbol change display on the auxiliary game symbol display section H21g.

  Next, in step 1224, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol change management timer MP11t-H to determine whether or not a predetermined time relating to the change time of the auxiliary game symbol has been reached. I do. In the case of Yes in step 1224, in step 1226, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H refers to the auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-H, acquires the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and acquires the acquired auxiliary symbol. The stop symbol of the game symbol is definitely displayed on the auxiliary game symbol display portion H21g. Then, in step 1228, the auxiliary game symbol control means MP11-H turns off the auxiliary game symbol changing flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H.

  Next, in step 1230, the second main game starter electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP21-B determines whether or not the stop symbol of the auxiliary game symbol is "hit" (D1, D2 in this example). Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 1230, in step 1232, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B sets the opening mode (for example, the hit symbol “D1”) based on the hit symbol and the game state on the auxiliary game side. In the case of, open for 1 second → close for 1 second → open for 1 second → close for 1 second → open for 1 second → closed. For hit symbol “D2”, open for 0.2 seconds, 0.8 The second main game start port electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B is set to a predetermined time related to the opening time (opening / closing time) of the electric accessory. Next, in step 1234, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B turns on the electric accessory opening flag in the flag area of the auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB10-H. . Then, in step 1236, the second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B opens the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d. In the present embodiment, when the main game time reduction flag is off and the auxiliary game stop symbol is the predetermined hit symbol (D2), the time for which the second main game start opening electric accessory B11d is kept open is the longest. Have been.

  Next, in step 1242, the second main game start opening electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B refers to the second main game start opening electric accessory opening timer MP22t-B and sets the opening time of the electric accessory. It is determined whether or not the predetermined time has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1242, in step 1244 and step 1246, the second main game start port electric accessory opening / closing control means MP20-B closes the second main game start port electric accessory B11d and temporarily sets the auxiliary game state. The electric accessory opening flag in the flag area of the storage unit MB10-H is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1300).

  If the answer is No in Step 1202, the process proceeds to Step 1242; if the answer is No in Step 1204, the process proceeds to Step 1224; Then, the process proceeds to (Step 1300).

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

  Next, FIG. 8 is a flowchart of the main game content determination random number acquisition process according to the subroutine of step 1300 in FIG. First, in step 1302, the first main game start port entrance determination means MJ11-A sends the first main game start port entry information from the first main game start port entrance detection device A11s of the first main game start port A10. Is determined. In the case of Yes in step 1302, in step 1304, the first main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-A refers to the first main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-A and executes the main game (particularly the first main game). It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls for the side 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 MJ21-A acquires the first main game content determination random number. In the present embodiment, as the first main game content determination random number, a winning / rejecting random number for determining whether or not to win, a symbol random number for determining a winning symbol, and a variation pattern (variation time) of a special symbol are determined. The three random numbers of the variation random number random numbers for obtaining the random numbers are obtained. Incidentally, these three random numbers are generated by random number generating means having different update periods and random number ranges, respectively, and are acquired sequentially at this timing. Next, in step 1308, the first main game symbol holding unit MJ32-A temporarily stores (holds) the acquired first main game content determination random number in the first main game symbol holding information temporary storage unit MJ32b-A. . Next, in step 1310, the hold control unit MJ30 determines the stored hold win / fail random number delimiter information based on the hold information (win / fail lottery random numbers). See). Next, in step 1312, the hold control means MJ30 determines the stored held symbol information based on the held information (symbol random number for symbol lottery) (for the symbol information, refer to the main game table 2 in FIG. 11). Next, in step 1314, the hold control unit MJ30 determines the stored change-mode random number delimiter information, the non-time-saving change mode range, and the time-cycle change mode range based on the hold information (variation-mode determining random number) ( (Refer to the main game table 3 in FIG. 12 for the variation mode random number delimiter information, the non-time-cycle variation mode range, and the time-cycle variation mode range.)

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the main game content determination random number (the first main game content determination random number or the second main game content determination random number) is obtained (or when a hold occurs), the fluctuation mode random number delimiter information, The mode range and the time-saving variation mode range are determined.

  Next, in step 1316, the hold control unit MJ30 executes a new hold generation command (information indicating that the game is the first main game hold, information on the number of holds, information on the random number of winning or losing, symbol information, information on the change of random number, etc.). Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process in step 1930). In the case where the symbol information is configured to be transmitted to the sub side as in the present embodiment, an effect indicating a big hit may be executed as the effect performed on the sub side. It is desirable to be configured to notify the player of the stop symbol of the main game symbol that will be a big hit (notify the stop symbol only when the stop symbol of the main game symbol becomes a big hit). Also, in this example, the prefetching effect on hold (“winning announcement effect” suggesting the possibility of a big hit, “winning symbol announcement effect” suggesting a big hit design in the case of a big hit, and suggesting the effect content to be executed In order to execute “pattern announcement effect” etc.), information such as random number delimiter information (and symbol information in the event of a big hit) and fluctuation mode random number delimiter information) is transmitted to the sub side. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the information necessary for the effect to be performed may be transmitted to the sub side. , In addition to the random number delimiter information, delimiter information (for example, indicating whether it is a probable big hit or a non-probable big hit) that is delimited by the number of rounds, the winning opening pattern, the game state after the end of the special game, etc. It may be configured such that may send a multi-address) in the sub-side. With such a configuration, on the sub side, the information related to the stop symbol of the main game symbol (particularly, the big hit symbol) received from the main side (the number of special game rounds, the special winning opening opening pattern, after the special game is over) It is possible to determine the game state to be shifted, etc.) and execute the look-ahead effect related to the stop symbol of the main game symbol (and the progress of the game executed based on the stop symbol).

  Next, in step 1322, the second main game starting port entrance ball judging means MJ11-B sends the second main game starting port entry ball entrance detection device B11s of the second main game starting port B10. It is determined whether the information has been received. In the case of Yes in step 1322, in step 1324, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B refers to the second main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and executes the main game (particularly the second main game). It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls for the side is not the upper limit (for example, four). In the case of Yes in step 1324, in step 1326, the second main game random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-B acquires the second main game content determination random number. In this embodiment, as the second main game content determining random number, three random numbers of a winning / rejecting random number, a symbol random number, and a variation mode random number are acquired as in the first main game content determining means. Incidentally, the acquisition range of each random number of the first main game content determination random number and the acquisition range of each random number of the second main game content determination random number (for example, the winning / rejecting random number for the first main game and the winning / rejecting random number for the second main game) Acquisition range) is set to the same. Next, in step 1328, the second main game symbol holding unit MJ32-B temporarily stores (holds) the acquired second main game content determination random number in the second main game symbol holding information temporary storage unit MJ32b-B. .

  Next, in step 1330, the hold control means MJ30 determines the stored hold win / fail random number delimiter information based on the hold information (win / fail lottery random numbers) (for the win / fail random number break information, the main game table 1 in FIG. 11 is used). See). Next, in step 1332, the hold control means MJ30 determines the stored held symbol information based on the held information (symbol random number for symbol drawing) (for the symbol information, refer to the main game table 2 in FIG. 11). Next, in step 1334, the hold control unit MJ30 determines the stored change mode random number delimiter information, the non-time-saving change mode range, and the time-hour change mode range based on the hold information (variation mode determination random number) ( The fluctuation mode random number delimiter information, the non-time reduction fluctuation mode range, and the time reduction fluctuation mode range are shown in the main game table 3 in FIG. 12).

  Next, in step 1336, the hold control means MJ30 executes a new hold generation command (information indicating that the game is the second main game hold, information on the number of holds, information on the random number of winning / failing, symbol information, information on the change of random number, etc.). Is set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmission to the sub-main control unit SM (transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command transmission process of step 1930), and the next process (step The process proceeds to 1400). If the answer is No in Step 1302 or Step 1304, the process proceeds to Step 1322, and if the result is No in Step 1322 or Step 1324, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 1400).

  Next, FIG. 9 is a flowchart of the main game symbol display processing according to the subroutine of step 1400 in FIG. First, in step 1401, the holding digestion control means MJ31 refers to the second main game symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B, and checks whether or not the second main game symbol holding is present. In the case of Yes in step 1401, in step 1400 (1), the game content determination means MN executes a first main game symbol display process described later, and shifts to the next process (process in step 1500). On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1401, in step 1400 (2), the game content determining means MN executes a second main game symbol display process described later, and shifts to the next process (process of step 1500).

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

  Next, FIG. 10 is a flowchart of the first main game symbol display processing (second main game symbol display processing) according to the subroutine of step 1400 (1) {step 1400 (2)} in FIG. In addition, since this process is substantially the same process on the first main game symbol side and the second main game symbol side, the first main game symbol side will be mainly described, and the process on the second main game symbol side will be described. Use parentheses. First, in step 1403, the reserve digestion control means MJ31 determines whether the fluctuation start condition is satisfied. Here, the change start condition is a condition that the special game is not being performed (or the condition device is operating), the main game symbol is not being changed, and the main game symbol is on hold. Although not shown in the present example, when a fixed variation time (time for stopping and displaying the fixed display symbol after the main game symbol is confirmed) is provided, the variation start condition of the next variation is provided during the fixed variation time. May not be satisfied.

  In the case of Yes in step 1403, in steps 1405 and 1406, the hold digestion control unit MJ31 stores the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit MJ32b-A (the second main game symbol hold information temporary storage unit MJ32b-B). The first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) related to the current symbol change, which is temporarily stored, is read out, and the first main game symbol hold information temporary storage means MJ32b-A (second main game) The information is deleted from the symbol holding information temporary storage means MJ32b-B), and the temporarily stored remaining information is shifted (holding processing). Next, in step 1410-1, the winning / rejecting lottery means MN10 refers to the first main game winning / rejecting lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game winning / rejecting lottery table MN11ta-B) corresponding to each game state, Based on one main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (especially, a winning random determination random number), a main game symbol win / fail lottery is executed.

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 1) is an example of a first main game hit / withdrawal lottery table MN11ta-A (second main game hit / withdrawal lottery table MN11ta-B). As shown in this example, in the present embodiment, the jackpot winning probability in the probability varying gaming state is configured to be higher than the jackpot winning probability in the non-probability varying gaming state. It should be noted that the winning probability is merely an example, and is not limited to this. Further, in the present embodiment, a hit that cannot be shifted to a game state (so-called small hit) is not illustrated, but a small hit may be generated (small hit).

  Further, as shown in the present example, the present embodiment is configured such that the random number delimiter information is determined by the random number for random determination. Both the first main game side and the second main game side have three pieces of the hit / non-match random number information, the hit / non-stop 1, the hit / non-stop 2 and the hit / non-stop 3. It is a win / hit random number separator information which becomes a big hit even in the probability fluctuation game state, and the win / fail random separator information is a loss in the non-probability fluctuation game state and is a big hit in the probability fluctuation game state. The win / fail separator 3 is win / fail random number separation information that results in a loss during the non-probability varying game state and a loss during the probability varying game state.

  Next, in step 1410-2, the first main game symbol determination means MN41-A (second main game symbol determination means MN41-B) sets the first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game). With reference to the symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B), the main game symbol is determined based on the main game symbol success / failure lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (the second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the symbol lottery random number). Stop symbols are determined, and these are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C.

  Here, FIG. 11 (main game table 2) is an example of a first main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-A (second main game symbol determination lottery table MN41ta-B). As shown in the present example, in the present embodiment, when a big hit is won, from among a plurality of main game symbol candidates (in this example, "4A / 5A / 7A" and "4B / 5B / 7B") One main game symbol is configured to be determined as a big hit symbol. The number of rounds of the special game determined with reference to the main game symbol is 4R for 4A, 4B, 5A, and 5B, and 16R for 7A and 7B. The random number value and the type of stop symbol are also examples only, and are not limited to this. For example, a lost symbol is not limited to one type of symbol, and a plurality of types of symbols are provided. When a specific symbol is stopped and displayed, a state in which the type and / or selectivity of the variation mode of the main game symbol is different from that before the specific symbol is stopped and displayed (in a limited frequency state). Yes, for example, the state may be shifted to a state in which the variation mode is determined by referring to a table in which the type and / or the selectivity of the variation mode of the main game symbol are different from the case where the limited frequency state is not set. Further, in this case, the trigger for switching the change mode determination table to be referred to is a stop display of a predetermined symbol (a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, a specific loss symbol, or the like), or a predetermined number of changes from the stop display of the predetermined symbol, And so on.

  Next, in step 1410-3, the first main game fluctuation mode determination means MN51-A (the second main game fluctuation mode determination means MN51-B) selects the first main game fluctuation mode determination lottery corresponding to each game state. With reference to the table MN51ta-A (the second main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B), the main game symbol success / failure lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (second main game content determination random number) (particularly, fluctuation Based on the random lottery pattern), the main game symbol fluctuation modes are determined, these are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and the process proceeds to step 1414.

  Here, FIG. 12 (main game table 3) is an example of a first main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-A (second main game fluctuation mode determination lottery table MN51ta-B). As shown in the present example, in the present embodiment, the variation mode (variation time) of the main game symbol is determined based on the result of the main game symbol win / fail lottery and the main game time reduction flag state. That is, when the result of the lottery of the main game symbol is a hit, the fluctuation mode in which the fluctuation time becomes relatively long is easily determined, and when the main game time reduction flag is ON (time reduction game state), It is configured such that the variation mode in which the variation time is short is easily determined. This example is merely an example, and there is no limitation on the type of variation mode (variation time), the selectivity, and the like. Further, the symbol change time on the first main game side in the time reduction game state (when the main game time reduction flag is on) may be configured to be relatively long. {Symbol change on the second main game side} Is executed so that it is advantageous for the player, the symbol fluctuation efficiency of the first main game side is reduced, so that the second main game side is likely to be held (which is advantageous for the player). This is particularly effective when the starting port of the first main game side and the starting port of the second main game side cannot be distinguished from each other in order to construct a situation. In addition, the variation time may be configured to be relatively different depending on the number of holdings. In this case, during the non-time shortening game state, the first main game symbol change corresponds to the number of holdings on the first main game side. In the second main game symbol fluctuation, the fluctuation mode determination table is not switched according to the number of reservations on the second main game side (and the first main game side) while the fluctuation mode determination table to be referred to is switched. Is also good. In addition, in the time-reduced game state, in the second main game symbol change, the change mode determination table to be referred to is switched according to the number of holds on the second main game side, while in the first main game symbol change, the first main game change is performed. The variation mode determination table is not switched according to the number of suspensions on the side (and the second main game side) (that is, the variation mode determination table can be switched according to the number of suspensions mainly related to the variation that occurs depending on the game state). You may comprise.

  Further, as shown in the figure, the present embodiment is configured such that the variation mode random number delimiter information is determined by the variation mode determination random numbers. The variation mode random number delimiter information is provided in each of the tables at the time of the first main game side hit, the first main game side loss, the second main game side hit, and the second main game side loss. When the first main game side hits, when the first main game side loses, and when the second main game side loses, it is divided into five fluctuation divisions from fluctuation division 1 to fluctuation division 5. , At the time of contact on the second main game side, it is divided into three change breaks from change break 1 to change break 3. Further, the variation mode in which the fluctuation time of the main game symbol is the shortest is determined in the fluctuation section 1, and the fluctuation mode in which the fluctuation time of the main game symbol is the longest is determined in the fluctuation section 3 or 5. I have.

  Further, the random number range of the variation time and the variation mode range can be different (for example, the range of the random number is different even in the same range 1) by turning on and off the main game time reduction flag. By transmitting the delimiter information to the sub-side, the sub-side is configured to be able to derive both variations in the time-reduced game state and the non-time-reduced game state. Note that the range of the variation mode is set to range 1 to range 3. Further, with this configuration, when the game state transitions between the occurrence of the hold and the consumption of the hold, the variation mode range scheduled at the occurrence of the hold and the variation mode executed at the time of the release of the hold The range may be different (for example, at the time of occurrence of a hold, a non-time-reducing game state is set, so that the variation mode range is supposed to be range 1; Can be range 2. In this example, the fluctuation time included in each range becomes the same fluctuation time (for example, at the time of a loss, regardless of whether or not the game is in the time shortening game state, the range 1 has a fluctuation time of 10 seconds or less. Is included), but the present invention is not limited to this, and the change time that can be selected is completely different (for example, a change time of 10 to 120 seconds is selected in the non-time reduction game state, and the change time is selected in the time reduction game state). , 1 to 5 seconds, and 10 seconds of variation time are selected), the variation mode range is not separated by the absolute variation time that does not depend on the game state, but is changed in a certain game state. (For example, in the non-time shortened game state, the fluctuation time is 10 to 15 seconds in the range 1, and in the time shortened game state, the fluctuation time is 1 to 1.5 seconds). Example 1, the isolate) as may be configured. Further, the present invention is not limited to the division of the range based on the fluctuation time. For example, the range information (for example, executing any one of a plurality of reach productions in which the character A appears, based on the execution contents of the production) The range information obtained by performing a reach effect of performing a reach effect among a plurality of reach effects in which the character B appears as the range A) may be transmitted to the sub side.

  Further, as an example in which the variation mode range that is expected due to the transition of the game state may be different from the variation mode range that is actually executed, (1) a plurality of holds exist in the main game hold In a situation where a certain hold in the main game hold is consumed, a big hit (or a small hit) is consumed, and after the special game related to the certain hold is completed (or after the bonus game related to the small hit), the game state changes (for example, Transition from the non-probability-variable gaming state to the probability-variable gaming state), and the variation mode range of the hold in the main game hold remaining when the certain hold is exhausted, (2) after the end of the special game The game state changes when the main game symbol has fluctuated a predetermined number of times from (or after the end of the small hit) (for example, the time shortened game state is reached after the end of the special game, and the main game symbol fluctuates 50 times after the end of the special game). Taimi Transition to the non-time shortening game state, etc.), and the hold that occurred before the predetermined number of changes in the main game symbol has ended after the end of the special game (or after the end of the small hit) is the special game An example in which the variation mode range may be different when the main game symbols are changed after the predetermined number of changes of the main game symbols have ended after the end, (3) When the game state is the probability-variable game state, and when the main game symbols change, In order to execute a lottery (so-called drop lottery) that shifts to a non-probability changing game state, a trigger hold occurs in the probability change game state, and the drop mode is won before the trigger hold is exhausted. Examples where the range may be different, and the like are given.

  In the present embodiment, the same variation mode range (for example, range 1 when the main game time reduction flag is on, range 1 when the main game time reduction flag is off, , Etc.), the ranges of the random numbers included in the same variation mode range are configured to be different, and the variation mode random number delimiter information (for example, the first main There are a plurality of variation breaks 2 at the time of hitting in the game variation mode determination table. In addition, the variation mode random number delimiter information (for example, the first main number) that includes only the range of the random number included in both the ON and OFF states of the main game time reduction flag within the range of the random numbers included in the same variation mode range There is also a variation break 1 at the time of hitting the game variation mode determination table). Note that the number of types of the variation mode random number segment information in each table (for example, five types of variation mode 1 to variation mode 5) is based on the number of types of the variation mode range (for example, three ranges 1 to 3). Is also configured to increase.

  In the present embodiment, the range 3 in the variation mode range can be selected as the variation mode range only when the longest possible variation time (120 seconds in this example) is to be selected. It is configured. Therefore, when the range 3 in the variation mode range is selected, the degree of expectation of the largest hit becomes higher (the ratio of the selectable variation modes to the larger jackpot becomes higher). In the present embodiment, the range 3 is configured to be more easily selected (the range of random numbers is wider) in the non-time reduction game state than in the time reduction game state. (In the time-saving / probability-variable game state), it is possible to shorten the time required for the next big hit and to reduce the stress of the game by configuring so that the change having the short change time is easily selected. In addition, in the time shortened game state, the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is easily opened, the ball is easily entered into the second main game start port B10, and a situation in which there is no hold is unlikely to occur. . Note that the present invention is not limited to this. The range 3 may be configured to be more easily selected in the time reduction game state than in the non-time reduction game state. (During the state) is a game state that is more advantageous to the player than during the non-time shortened game state, and it is effective to use the effect with high expectation to increase the player's expectation. Further, in the present embodiment, the range 3 is selected as the variation mode range only when the variation time is the longest variation time that can be selected. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The selection may be made in the case where the fluctuation time is scheduled to be the fluctuation time, and may be selected only when the fluctuation time range other than the range 3 is the longest fluctuation time by increasing or decreasing the number of the fluctuation mode ranges. There is no problem even in the variation mode range.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the variation time and the range of the random number of the variation mode range can be different depending on the on / off of the main game time reduction flag, but the gaming state is the non-probability variation gaming state. The variation time and / or the range of random numbers included in the variation mode range can be different depending on whether the table is a probability variation game state, a reference table is a normal variation mode determination table or a limited frequency table, and the like. May be.

  Next, in step 1414, the game content determination means MN sets the symbol variation display start instruction command (stop symbol information, attribute information of the stop symbol) temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage sections MB11b-C. , The information on the determined main game symbol such as the variation mode information and the command related to the current game state) are set in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM (control command transmission in step 1930). It is transmitted to the sub main control unit SM by the processing). Next, in step 1416, the first / second main game symbol control means MP11-C sets a predetermined time relating to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol in the first / second main game symbol fluctuation management timer MP11t-C. I do. Next, in step 1417, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sets the first main game symbol display unit A21g (first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20)). On the second main game symbol display section B21g), the fluctuation display of the main game symbol is started in accordance with the fluctuation mode stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C. Next, in step 1418, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns on the changing flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C, Move to step 1420.

  On the other hand, if No in step 1403, in step 1419, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C refers to the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C and changes It is determined whether or not the middle flag is on. If Yes in step 1419, the process proceeds to step 1420, and if No in step 1419, the process proceeds to the next process (the process in step 1500).

  Next, in step 1420, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C determines whether or not a predetermined time relating to the fluctuation time of the main game symbol has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 1420, in step 1422, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sets the symbol change end command in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub main control unit SM. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM by the control command sending process in step 1930). Next, in step 1423, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C sets the first main game symbol display unit A21g (first main game symbol display unit A21g of the first main game symbol display device A20 (second main game symbol display device B20)). The change display of the main game symbols on the second main game symbol display section B21g) is stopped, and the stop symbols stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C are displayed as fixed stop symbols. Control. Next, in step 1428, the first and second main game symbol control means MP11-C turns off the changing flag in the flag area of the first and second main game state temporary storage means MB10-C. .

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

  Next, in step 1450, the specific game control means MP50 executes a specific game end determination process described later, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1500). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1420, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 13 is a flowchart of the specific game end determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1450 in FIG. First, in step 1452, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the flag area of the specific game-related information temporary storage means MB30b, and determines whether or not the main game probability change flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 1452, in step 1454, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time saving counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value is larger than 0. In the case of Yes in step 1454, in step 1456, the specific game control means MP50 decrements the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c by one. Next, in step 1458, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the value of the time reduction counter MP52c and determines whether or not the counter value (remaining time reduction) is zero. In the case of Yes in step 1458, in steps 1460 and 1462, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game time reduction flag and the auxiliary game time reduction flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. (Step 1500). Note that also in the case of No in Steps 1452, 1454, and 1458, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing of Step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 14 is a flowchart of the special game operation condition determination processing according to the subroutine of step 1500 in FIG. First, in step 1502, the condition determining means MP31 refers to the flag area of the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the condition device operation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1502, in step 1514, the special game control means MP30 sets the specific game flag (main game probability change flag / main game time reduction flag / auxiliary game time reduction) in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b. Flag) off. Next, in step 1518, the specific game control means MP50 clears the value of the time reduction counter MP52c. Next, in step 1520, the special game control means MP30 turns on a special game shift permission flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1522, the special game control means MP30 turns off the condition device operation flag in the flag area of the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b, and shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1600). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1502, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1600).

  Next, FIG. 15 is a flowchart of the special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. First, in step 1602, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game shift permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1602, in steps 1604 and 1606, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game shift permission flag and the special game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Turn on. Next, in step 1607, the special game execution means MP33 sets an initial value (1 in this example) to a round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1608, the special game execution means MP33 sets information (special game start display instruction command) to start the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit side ( In the control command transmission process of step 1930, the control command is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM), and the process proceeds to step 1612.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1602, in step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the special game execution flag is on. Then, in the case of Yes at step 1610, the process moves to step 1612. In the case of No at step 1610, the special game execution means MP33 determines that permission for the special game has not been granted, and shifts to the next process (the process at step 1910).

  Next, in step 1612, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the round continuation flag is off, in other words, immediately before the start of each round. It is determined whether or not there is. In the case of Yes in step 1612, that is, immediately before the start of each round, first, in step 1614, the special game execution means MP33 sets the release pattern set in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b (for example, keeps releasing). (Open pattern, open / close pattern). Next, in step 1616, the special game execution means MP33 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c to zero. Next, at step 1618, the special game execution means MP33 turns on the round continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1620, the special game execution means MP33 sets the first big winning opening motorized character C11d of the first big winning opening C10 (or the second big winning opening motorized character C21d of the second big winning opening C20). Driving opens the first special winning opening C10 (or the second special winning opening C20), sets a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) in a special game timer MP34t (in particular, an opening time timer), and starts. Move to On the other hand, if No in step 1612, that is, if the special winning opening is being opened, the flow shifts to step 1622 without performing the processing of steps 1614 to 1620.

  Next, in step 1622, the special game execution means MP33 transmits a game state command (for example, the current number of rounds, the number of winning game balls, or the like) relating to the current special game to the sub main control unit SM. (Transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1930). Next, in step 1624, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c and adds a predetermined number (for example, 10 balls) to the first winning port C10 (or the second winning port C20) in the round. ) Is determined. In the case of Yes at step 1624, the process moves to step 1628. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1624, in step 1626, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game timer MP34t (especially, the open time timer) and sets a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) related to opening the special winning opening. It is determined whether or not it has elapsed. Also in the case of Yes in step 1626, the process moves to step 1628. If the determination in step 1626 is No, the process moves to the next process (the process of step 1910).

  Next, in step 1628, the special game execution means MP33 sets the first large winning opening motorized character C11d of the first large winning opening C10 (or the second large winning opening motorized character C21d of the second large winning opening C20). The driving is stopped and the first big winning opening C10 (or the second big winning opening C20) is closed. Next, in step 1630, the special game execution means MP33 resets a special game timer MP34t (particularly, an open time timer). Next, in step 1632, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the round continuation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1633, the special game execution means MP33 adds 1 to the counter value of the round number counter (not shown) in the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1634, the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the last round has been completed (for example, the round number counter in the special game-related information temporary storage means MB20b). (Not shown) exceeds the maximum number of rounds). In the case of Yes in step 1634, in step 1636, the special game execution means MP33 turns off the special game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1638, the special game execution means MP33 sets information (special game end display instruction command) for ending the special game in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub-main control unit SM. (Sent to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1930). Then, in step 1650, the specific game control means MP50 executes a game state determination process after the end of the special game, which will be described later, and shifts to the next process (the process of step 1910). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1634, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1910).

  Next, FIG. 16 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game, according to the subroutine of step 1650 in FIG. First, at step 1652, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and determines that the stop symbol is a probable variable big hit symbol (5A / 5B / 7A / 7B in this example). ) Is determined. If Yes in step 1652, in step 1654, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game related information temporary storage means MB30b, and proceeds to step 1658. On the other hand, if No in step 1652, in step 1656, the specific game control means MP50 sets the counter value of the time reduction counter MP52c to a predetermined number (50 times in this example), and proceeds to step 1658. Next, in step 1658 and step 1660, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game time reduction flag and the auxiliary game time reduction flag in the flag area of the specific game-related information temporary storage means MB30b, and performs the next processing (step 1910).

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 17 to 27, a control process executed on the sub main control unit SM side will be described. First, FIG. 17 is a main flowchart of the sub-control board S side (particularly, the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. Here, the sub-main control unit side main process in FIG. 3A is a process on the sub-main control unit SM side which is executed after resetting at the time of turning on the power to the gaming machine or the like. That is, at the time of turning on the power to the gaming machine (or at the time of resetting), in step 2002, the sub-main control unit SM terminates the execution of the interrupt processing, and returns to the processing executed when the interrupt processing occurred. A stack area for storing the address of the processing being executed at the time of the processing occurrence is secured (the size and position are determined), and a stack pointer (returns from the interrupt processing to the original processing) at the beginning (initial position) of the stack area. In this case, a pointer indicating the storage location of the address to be referred to is set.

  Here, the stack area is an area for storing data in a mechanism of LIFO (LastInFirstOut: data that has entered last is taken out first). Even if another interrupt process occurs, the address of the process that was being executed when the last interrupt process occurred (and the return to the original process was not completed) (the address of the process to be returned) Will always be retrieved. In this example, processes such as storing data in the stack area and updating the stack pointer are not shown.

  Next, in step 2004, the sub-main control unit SM prohibits the occurrence of all interrupt processing (all interrupt processing is executed after completion of the processing related to the processing execution preparation in steps 2006 to 2010 described later). Is assumed to be

  Next, in step 2006, the sub-main control unit SM executes hardware initialization and basic settings (register initialization, input / output port setting, etc.).

  Next, in step 2008, the sub-main control unit SM initializes a RAM (random access memory, which is a rewritable and readable temporary storage area). Next, in step 2010, the sub-main control unit SM loads the program stored in the ROM into the RAM. It is to be noted that this processing (program development processing from ROM to RAM) is intended to speed up the processing by developing the program into the RAM, which has a higher processing speed than the ROM.

  Next, in step 2012, the sub-main control unit SM permits the generation of (d) interruption processing upon reception of a main command described later.

  Next, in step 2014, the sub-main control unit SM executes a process of setting a valid error in the gaming machine. Here, in the development of the gaming machine, all errors used in various gaming machines (for example, a normal 1 + 1 type gaming machine, a 1 + 2 type gaming machine, a Tamasu type gaming machine, etc.) By developing a program capable of executing the control process and sharing the program with various game machines, it is possible to reduce the development cost of the game machine. As described above, when a program that can execute all error control processes is used, in the process, a process of validating an error control process to be used in the gaming machine (invalidating a process of an unused error) is performed. It is necessary.

  Next, in step 2016, the sub-main control unit SM turns off all the illumination lamps D26 (to turn off the lamps that are turned on due to the influence of noise or the like, regardless of whether the illumination lamp D26 is turned on or off). Instead, a process related to turning off the light is executed).

  Next, in step 2018, the sub-main control unit SM increments the value of the watchdog timer (not shown, which is a timer managed on the hardware side, every predetermined time regardless of the operation of software). The timer is started by setting an initial value (for example, 0) to the sub-main routine shown in FIG.

  Here, the watchdog timer includes a watchdog mechanism that detects runaway of a program (for example, an infinite loop of processing or stop of processing), forcibly resets the sub main control unit SM, and returns from runaway. Timer. The processing related to the watchdog mechanism will be described in detail in the processing described later.

  Next, in the same figure, (b) after the processing of the sub-main side routine, the sleep of the sub-main control unit SM (transition to the power saving mode) is performed in step 2020, and then the processing is ended. Although the sub-main routine shown in FIG. 3B has a structure in which a predetermined process is looped internally, when the program is operating normally, the process of step 2020 and the process of step 2020 are performed. No termination is performed. However, when the address at which the process is executed is replaced with the address at which the program of step 2020 is stored due to the influence of noise or the like, the sub-main control unit SM is put to sleep and the process is terminated. It is being done.

  Next, when the sub-main side routine of FIG. 8B is executed, first, in step 2022, the sub-main control unit SM stores the program developed in the RAM in the above-described process (the process of step 2010). A start address of the area is obtained (the obtained address is used to execute a process of checking whether the program expanded in the RAM is correctly expanded).

  Next, in step 2024, the sub-main control unit SM permits generation of all interrupt processing (details of the interrupt processing will be described later).

  Next, in step 2026, the sub-main control unit SM performs an initial operation related to a device such as a motor or a solenoid for driving an effect or the like for staging, and thereafter executes step 2028 to step 2030 (or step 2032). The processing shifts to a loop processing for repeatedly executing the processing of ()). Although not particularly shown in the present example, during the execution of the initial operation, the initial operation is executed with priority even when the drive timing of the device has been reached.

  Next, in step 2028, the sub main control unit SM resets (clears to zero) the value of the watchdog timer. As described above, the configuration is such that the reset processing of the watchdog timer is executed in the loop processing of Steps 2028 to 2030 (or Step 2032) in FIG. Each time it is repeated, the value of the watchdog timer is reset. On the other hand, the loop processing is not executed normally, and the value of the watchdog timer is set to a predetermined runaway detection value time (based on the time related to the loop processing and the interrupt processing, etc., a time value that can be determined to be abnormal is appropriately set). In this case, a watchdog operation interrupt process described later is executed, and the sub-main control unit SM is reset.

  Next, in step 2100, the sub-main control unit SM confirms an input from various sensors (illegal detection sensor, button input sensor, etc.). It should be noted that by configuring the sensor to detect an input when a signal from the sensor is continuously ON for a predetermined number of times, it is possible to eliminate an input error due to noise.

  Next, in step 2200, the sub-main control unit SM executes an error notification process based on the occurrence state of the error (the notification process may be appropriately performed according to the type of error that has occurred).

  Next, in step 2300, the sub-main control unit SM executes an effect to be executed based on the input from the sub-input button SB (for example, the operation of the sub-input button SB such as a continuous button effect or a long button press effect). Display the effect according to).

  Next, the process of step 2400 to step 2800 is executed as a preliminary lottery management process in the effect during the game. First, in step 2400, the sub-main control unit SM executes a hold information management / display content determination / display control process described later. Next, in step 2600, the sub main control unit SM executes a decorative symbol display content determination process described later. Next, in step 2700, the sub main control unit SM executes a decorative symbol display control process described later. Next, in step 2800, the sub-main control unit SM executes a special game-related display control process described later. In the present example, in the decorative symbol display content determining process described later, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined based on the information related to the variation of the symbol from the main side, but the present invention is not limited to this. Although not particularly shown in this example, in the loop processing of step 2028 to step 2030 or step 2032 in the sub-main side routine of FIG. It may be configured such that a stop symbol (especially, a lost symbol) of a decorative symbol can be determined without depending on information relating to the variation of the symbol from the side. In the case of such a configuration, for example, every time the loop processing is executed, the value of the counter that counts the value from 0 to 999 is incremented, and the three-digit value of the counter is changed to the hundreds digit with the left symbol and the tenth digit. The stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined by associating the rank with the middle symbol and the right digit with the right symbol, respectively (for example, when the counter value is 290, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is “2.9.0”. In this case, if the counter value is a value that is not suitable for the lost symbol (for example, 777), the counter value is updated to a value suitable for the lost symbol, such as incrementing the counter value again. It is necessary to perform a process to perform the process, or to provide a table in which an appropriate losing symbol and a symbol number are associated with each other, and to update the symbol number every time the loop process is executed, thereby determining a symbol by a method, I'll update It may be configured.

  When the preliminary lottery management process of steps 2400 to 2800 is executed, next, at step 3000, the sub main control unit SM executes the operation control of the device (for example, the sub main control unit SM is determined in the above-mentioned advance lottery management process). Further, the drive pattern of each device is set in accordance with the execution timing of the effect using the device).

  Next, in step 3100, the sub-main control unit SM analyzes the content of the command received from the main side in (d) interrupt processing upon reception of a main command described later, and temporarily stores information relating to the analyzed command. . In this example, in the above-described preview lottery management process (the process of step 2400 to step 2800), the design of the stop symbol of the decorative symbol, the variation pattern, and the content of the preview effect are determined. Not limited, for example, when a symbol change start command is received from the main side, at the time of analyzing the command, based on the stop symbol and the change pattern of the main game symbol, the stop symbol, the change pattern of the decorative symbol on the sub side (For example, the type of reach effect to be executed, etc.) may be determined (for example, the fluctuation pattern of the main game symbol and the fluctuation pattern of the decoration symbol are one-to-one, one-to-many, plural-to-one, It may be associated with a plurality of pairs.) Further, a configuration may be employed in which the content of the notice effect can be determined in the command analysis process. It is necessary to change the determined symbol depending on the content of the effect determined in the preliminary lottery management process (for example, when performing an effect that results in a loss by performing a “7” symbol tempering) And it is necessary to change to the lost symbol whose right symbol is “7”).

  Next, in step 2030, the sub-main control unit SM refers to each temporary storage area corresponding to the information on the command from the main side, and executes the current loop processing to perform the main-side command analysis processing in step 3100. It is determined whether the analysis of the command is newly executed. In the case of Yes in step 2030, in step 2032, the sub main control unit SM updates the random number used in each process (for example, updates the random number using the hard random number 1 latched in the process described later as a seed), and Move to 2028. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2030, the process shifts to step 2028.

  As described above, when the sub-main-side routine shown in FIG. 9B is executed, the processing of steps 2022 to 2026 is executed, and then a series of processing routines of steps 2028 to 3100 or 2032 is repeatedly executed. .

  Next, FIG. 18 is a flowchart of an interrupt process on the sub-control board S side (in particular, on the sub-main control unit SM side) in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment.

  First, the main command receiving interrupt processing in FIG. That is, when the signal (STB signal) from the STB signal line connected to the main side (the main control board M side) and the sub side (the sub main control unit SM side) is turned on, the sub The main control unit SM determines whether a command input value from the main side has been determined. When the STB signal is turned on, the sub-main control unit SM receives an input (parallel signal) from a parallel signal line (a generic name of a plurality of signal lines) which is a signal line for command input from the main side. The ON / OFF of each of a plurality of signal lines constituting the line is read. Here, in order to prevent an error in the command input value due to noise or the like, the same value is continuously repeated a predetermined number of times (for example, 2 to 5 times). Is configured to determine the command input value when is read.

  If Yes in step 2036, in step 2038, the sub main control unit SM determines whether the received command is the first command. Here, the command transmitted from the main side is composed of a first command and a second command, each of which is 8-bit information. For example, the first bit of the first command is “0”, The command is configured such that the first bit is “1”, and the sub-main control unit SM checks the first bit of the received command to determine whether the received command is the first command or the second command. It is possible to determine whether there is. Note that the command transmission method and the number of bits are merely examples, and the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, a command is transmitted by a serial communication method (a method of transmitting information sequentially from the first bit to one communication line). You may be comprised so that transmission is possible.

  In the case of Yes in step 2038, in step 2040, the sub-main control unit SM stores the received first command in a temporary (temporary storage area for temporarily storing the first command in the second command reception waiting state). . When the first command is already stored, in other words, when the first command is received following the first command, the already stored first command is discarded, and the newly received first command is received. Save the first command.

  Next, in step 2042, the sub-main control unit SM latches a hard random number (a random number that is managed by hardware and obtains a counter value that returns to an initial value as a random value when the increment is repeated and reaches a maximum value) 1. (Acquisition) and return to the processing before the occurrence of this interrupt processing (interrupt processing at the time of receiving the main command).

  Here, the hard random number 1 latched by this process is mainly a seed (for example, a soft random number generated by software, for example, an MT random number) for updating a random number in the above-described random number updating process. Input information for deriving an initial value of a random number). The hard random number is a periodic random number that is determined by the timing of incrementing the counter value and latching the counter value (random number value). (Since the command is transmitted based on the ball entry into the entrance, etc., the process is low in the regularity of the generation timing), the hard random number 1 to be latched becomes a periodic random value. It prevents that from happening. Further, since the hard random number 1 is not used directly for the lottery but is used as a seed for updating the soft random number, a random number with higher randomness is generated (and used for the lottery). It is. In this example, the hard random number is not directly used for the lottery, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the hard random number may be directly used for the lottery.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2038, in other words, if the second command has been received from the main side, in step 2044, the sub-main control unit SM temporarily stores the first command waiting to receive the second command. To determine whether the first command has been received. In the case of Yes in step 2044, in step 2046, the sub-main control unit SM saves the received command (the saved command is analyzed by a main command analysis process described later), and the command write pointer (command buffer) of the command buffer SM11bf. A new command recording position in the SM 11bf) is acquired. Next, in step 2048, the sub main control unit SM stores (records) the first command temporarily stored and the received second command in the command buffer SM11bf. Next, in step 2050, the sub main control unit SM updates the command write pointer of the command buffer SM11bf (for example, updates the command write pointer by incrementing the value). Next, in step 2052, the sub-main control unit SM clears (erases) the temporarily stored first command, and returns to the process before the occurrence of this interrupt process (interrupt process upon reception of a main command). The command stored in the command buffer SM11bf is analyzed by the above-described main command analysis processing.

  On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2036 (when the command input value is not determined), the process returns to the process before the occurrence of this interrupt process (interrupt process at the time of receiving the main command). On the other hand, also in the case of No at step 2044 (when the second command is received in a state where the first command is not stored temporarily), the process returns to the process before the occurrence of this interrupt process (interrupt process at the time of receiving the main command) ( The received second command is discarded).

  Next, the TGI1A timer interrupt processing of FIG. First, the interrupt process is a timer interrupt process that occurs every predetermined time (for example, 1 ms). That is, when the interrupt processing occurs, in step 2054, the sub main control unit SM prohibits the priority 1 interrupt processing during the interrupt processing (TGI1A timer interrupt processing).

  Here, as shown in the interrupt processing priority table at the bottom of the figure, in this example, the other interrupt processing not particularly shown is the priority 1 interrupt processing. Also, power-on interrupt processing (detailed processing is not shown, but interrupt processing executed when power is supplied to the sub-main control unit SM), and various abnormal-time interrupt processing. Detailed processing is not shown. However, if the CPU attempts to execute an illegal (non-existent) instruction, or if the CPU attempts to access an invalid area, or if the area is correct but attempts to access it in an illegal manner (for example, in a program area, When trying to load a program to a non-existent address, etc.), the interrupt processing (1) executed during watchdog timer operation and the interrupt processing when the watchdog timer is activated (processing to return from runaway) have priority over the processing related to the progress of the game. Therefore, the interrupt processing is set to a high-priority interrupt processing. If another interrupt process having a higher priority than the interrupt process being executed occurs during execution of a certain interrupt process, another interrupt process having the higher priority is executed. If another interrupt process with a lower priority than the currently executed interrupt process occurs during execution of a certain interrupt process, the other interrupt process with the lower priority is terminated by the current interrupt process. It will be executed later.

  Next, in step 2055, the sub-main control unit SM executes a port input / output process. In the port input / output processing, an input processing for monitoring an input to an input port of the sub main control unit SM and an output processing from an output port of the sub main control unit SM are executed. First, in the input processing, ON / OFF of a signal from a fraud detection sensor such as a magnetic sensor or a vibration sensor connected to the sub main control unit SM, and a sub input button or the like is monitored (note that the processing of 2100 described above is performed). , The presence or absence of detection of the sensor is determined by whether or not the ON / OFF of the signal monitored in the input processing has continued for a predetermined number of times.) Next, in the output processing, the command set in the output port of the sub-main control unit SM is output to each output destination (for example, a device drive command is output to the device side).

  Next, in step 3200, the sub main control unit SM updates the device drive command to be output to the device based on the device drive pattern and the value of the device control timer SM28t. Next, in step 2056, the sub main control unit SM updates (decrements) the value of the device control timer SM28t. Next, in step 2058, the sub main control unit SM updates (decrements) the value of the effect timer SM21t. Next, in step 2060, the sub main control unit SM updates (decrements) the value of the button control timer SM24t. As described above, the timer value that has been set is updated in the interrupt process that is executed every predetermined time (in this example, 1 ms). However, the timer is temporarily stopped. In this case, it is added that the timer value can not be updated.

  Next, in step 3300, the sub main control unit SM updates the value of the task management counter SM60c. Here, the task management counter SM60c is a counter for storing a value of 1 to 16, and the value is incremented by the update processing. When the counter value becomes 16, the counter value returns to 1 in the next increment processing. It is configured as follows. By executing such processing, it is possible to set processing to be executed every 8 ms or 16 ms using this interrupt processing (TGI1A timer interrupt processing) generated every 1 ms.

  Next, in step 3302, the sub main control unit SM monitors the image CPU runaway based on the value of the task management counter SM60c (for example, when the process is to be executed every 8 ms, when the counter value is 1 or 9). Execute the process. Although not particularly shown in the present example, in the image CPU runaway monitoring process, a toggle signal from the sub-sub-control unit SS (in this example, when the sub-sub-control unit SS is operating normally, the image is switched 1) A signal transmitted to the sub-main side by switching ON / OFF every 16 ms, which is a frame unit, is monitored. If the toggle signal does not switch for a predetermined time (for example, 1600 ms), the sub-sub control unit SS Is determined not to be operating normally, the sub-sub-control unit SS is reset (for example, a forced reset signal is transmitted), and command transmission to the sub-sub-control unit SS can be paused. In this way, by executing the process at intervals of 8 ms shorter than 16 ms (a unit of one frame at which an image is switched) at which the toggle signal is switched, the switching of the toggle signal can be reliably detected.

  Next, in step 3304, the sub main control unit SM executes the lamp lighting management process based on the value of the task management counter SM60c (for example, when the process is to be executed every 16 ms, when the counter value is 2). Then, the progress of lighting and extinguishing of the illumination lamp D26 is managed based on the production execution schedule. Therefore, the process is executed using the task management counter as described above.)

  Next, in step 3306, the sub-main control unit SM performs an error notification time management process based on the value of the task management counter SM60c (for example, when the process is to be executed every 16 ms, when the counter value is 3). Execute. Here, in a process such as management of an error notification time, which does not require accuracy and needs to measure time for a long time, it is not particularly necessary to update the timer value every 1 ms. When the timer is updated, the data capacity related to the timer value increases, so the data capacity related to the timer value can be reduced by updating the timer value in a long cycle (16 ms cycle in this example). It is.

  Next, in step 2061, the sub main control unit SM permits the generation of all interrupt processing (releases the prohibition of the priority 1 interrupt processing prohibited in step 2054), and executes this interrupt processing (TGI1A timer interrupt). Process) Return to the process before occurrence.

  Next, the TPU0 timer interrupt processing of FIG. First, the interrupt process is a timer interrupt process that occurs every predetermined time (for example, 0.5 ms). That is, when the interrupt processing occurs, in step 2066, the sub main control unit SM refers to the transmission command temporary storage unit SM40b-2, and issues an instruction command to the set sub-sub side (sub-sub control unit SS side). It is determined whether or not exists. In the case of Yes in step 2066, in step 2068, the sub main control unit SM sets the instruction command to the sub sub control unit SS set in the transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2 in the transmission buffer SM40bf (particularly, Although not shown, at this timing, the instruction command set in the transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2 set in the transmission buffer SM40bf may be deleted), and before this interrupt processing (TPU0 timer interrupt processing) occurs It returns to the processing of. On the other hand, if No in step 2066, the process returns to the process before the occurrence of this interrupt process (TPU0 timer interrupt process). Although not particularly shown in this example, if it is determined in the image CPU runaway monitoring process of step 3302 that the sub-sub-controller SS is not operating normally, the command transmission to the sub-sub-controller SS is temporarily stopped. It is configured to be able to pause.

  Next, the interrupt processing at the time of command transmission to the sub-sub in FIG. First, the interrupt process is an interrupt process that occurs when an instruction command is set in the transmission buffer SM40bf. That is, when the instruction command to the sub-sub-control unit SS is set in the transmission buffer SM40bf in step 2068, the sub-main control unit SM is set in the transmission buffer SM40bf to the sub-sub control unit SS in step 2070. Read the instruction command. Next, in step 2072, the sub main control unit SM transmits the read instruction command to the sub sub control unit SS.

  Next, in step 2074, the sub-main control unit SM refers to the sub-sub-side information temporary storage means SM40b and reads the command received from the sub-sub-control unit SS. Next, in step 2076, the sub main control unit SM determines that the read command from the sub sub control unit SS (the command transmitted from the sub main control unit SM has been normally received by the sub sub control unit SS). The return command shown) is analyzed. Next, in step 2078, the sub-main control unit SM saves (stores) the analyzed command in the sub-sub-side information temporary storage means SM40b, and performs processing before the occurrence of this interrupt processing (interrupt processing when transmitting a command to the sub-sub). Return to.

  Next, FIG. 19 is a flowchart of the hold information management / display content determination / display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. First, in step 2402, the circuit diagram suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a new suspension occurrence command has been received from the main control board M side. In the case of Yes in step 2402, in step 2406, the schematic storage information display control means SM22 sets the schematic storage counter in the schematic storage information temporary storage means SM22b (in this example, the maximum number of the first main game is four, "1" is added to the maximum number of the second main game (4). Next, in step 2408, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 temporarily stores the suspension information (particularly, pass / fail random number delimitation information, symbol information, fluctuation mode delimitation information, etc.) related to the reservation generation command. It is temporarily stored in the means SM22b.

  Next, in step 2450, the schematic diagram suspension information display control means SM22 executes a prize winning prefetch lottery described later. Next, in step 2410, the wiring diagram suspension information display control means SM22 determines whether the new suspension is a suspension having information indicating that the new suspension is a trigger suspension (the new suspension is a prefetch lottery at the time of winning in step 2450). To determine if the trigger is suspended). If Yes in step 2410, in step 2550, the placement plan information display control means SM22 executes a prefetching effect content determination process described later, and proceeds to step 2426. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2410, the processing shifts to step 2426.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2402, in step 2412, the circuit diagram holding information display control means SM22 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b and receives a new symbol variation start command from the main control board M side. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 2412, in step 2416, the schematic storage information display control means SM22 subtracts "1" from the schematic storage counter in the schematic storage information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 2418, the design hold information display control means SM22 stores design change information (change mode information, stop symbol information, game state information, etc.) related to the design change start command in the design display related information temporary storage means. The temporary storage in the SM 21b and the suspension information corresponding to the fluctuation (particularly the random number delimiter information, symbol information, and the fluctuation mode delimiter information) corresponding to the fluctuation are temporarily stored in the circuit diagram detention information temporary storage means SM22b (the information stored in the processing of step 3120). ) And shift the remaining pending information.

  Next, in step 2500, the wiring diagram pending information display control means SM22 executes a fluctuation start prefetch determination process described later. Next, in step 2420, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the flag area of the drawing display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines whether or not the fluctuation start prefetch winning flag is ON. In the case of Yes in step 2420, in step 2422, the schematic diagram holding information display control means SM22 turns off the fluctuation start prefetch winning flag in the flag area of the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, at step 2550, the schematic diagram suspension information display control means SM22 executes a prefetch effect content determination process, which will be described later, and proceeds to step 2424. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2420, the process shifts to step 2424.

  Next, in step 2424, the design suspension information display control means SM22 turns on the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to step 2426. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2412, the processing shifts to step 2426.

  Next, in step 2426, the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 makes full use of the rendering display means SS to display the packaging on the rendering display device SG (particularly, the first suspension display section SG12 and the second suspension display section SG13). The same number of hold display lamps as the number of the circuit diagram hold counters in the figure hold information temporary storage means SM22b are lit and displayed, and the flow shifts to the next process (the process of step 2600).

  Next, FIG. 20 is a flowchart of the winning-time prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2450 in FIG. First, in step 2451, the prize-holding prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current gaming state is the time shortening gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2451, in step 2452, the prize-holding prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 refers to the circuit diagram holding information temporary storage means SM22b and determines whether or not the new holding is the second main game side holding. Is determined. In the case of Yes at step 2452, the process moves to step 2454. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2451, the processing shifts to step 2454. If the determination in Step 2452 is No, the process moves to the next process (the process in Step 2410).

  As described above, in the present embodiment, in the time reduction gaming state, only the hold related to the second main game side can be set as the trigger hold related to the pre-reading effect, but this is merely an example. There is no limitation, and the hold on the first main game side, which has occurred during the time reduction game state, may also be set as the trigger hold, or the first main game side hold ( Alternatively, only the second main game side may be set as the trigger hold in the pre-reading effect.

  Next, in step 2454, the prize-holding prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 refers to the circuit diagram holding information temporary storage means SM22b, and reads out information on whether or not each hold is a trigger hold. Here, the trigger hold is a hold that has been won in the winning prefetch lottery or the fluctuation start prefetch lottery, and is a hold that triggers a prefetch effect described later.

  Next, in step 2455, the prize hold prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 determines whether or not a trigger hold exists in the main game hold based on the read information. In the case of Yes in step 2455, in step 2456, the prize hold prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 determines whether or not the change is a change related to trigger hold. In the case of Yes in step 2456, in step 2458, the prize-holding prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 executes a prize-winning prefetch lottery in which a winning is performed with a predetermined probability (1/20 in this example). Note that the predetermined probability need not be 1/20, and by changing the predetermined probability, it becomes possible to adjust the degree of expectation of a big hit due to a change that triggers execution of a prefetch effect.

  Next, in step 2460, the prize-holding prefetching effect determination unit SM26k1 determines whether or not the new reservation has won the prize-winning prefetch lottery. In the case of Yes in step 2460, in step 2462, the prize-holding prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 adds the information indicating that the trigger is "trigger hold" to the hold information related to the hold, which is in the schematic storage information temporary storage means SM22b. The process is added and temporarily stored, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2410). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2455, step 2456 or step 2460, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing of step 2410). It should be noted that the information indicating “trigger hold” added to the hold information is deleted along with the deletion of the hold information when the trigger hold is exhausted.

  Next, FIG. 21 is a flowchart of the prefetching effect content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2550 in FIG. First, in step 2552, the look-ahead effect contents determination means SM26n refers to the schematic storage suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether the trigger suspension success / failure random number separation information is the success / failure separation 1 or not. In the case of Yes in step 2552, in step 2554, the look-ahead effect contents determination means SM26n determines the display mode of the trigger hold to be a rainbow color (a display mode for notifying the player that the big hit is definite). , To step 2562. As described above, in the present embodiment, when the hit / fail random number separator information of the trigger hold is the hit / non-stop 1, that is, regardless of whether the gaming state is the probability-variable gaming state or the non-probability-variable gaming state, the big hit is determined. In such a case, it is configured to execute a hold change effect of changing the display mode of the trigger hold to a rainbow color as a specific prefetch effect. In the present embodiment, the specific look-ahead effect is configured to be executed on condition that the random number delimiter information is the success / failure separator 1. However, the execution condition of the specific look-ahead effect is not limited to this. Alternatively, a plurality of conditions may be combined, such as a configuration in which the execution is performed on condition that the random number delimiter information is the first or second and the variation mode random number delimiter information is the fifth.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2552, in other words, in the case where the random number delimiter information of the trigger hold is the right or wrong break 2 or 3, in step 2556, the prefetching effect content determining means SM26n stores the diagram holding information temporary storage means SM22b. By referring to the information, it is determined whether or not the trigger-suspended change mode break information is the change break 1 or 2. In the case of Yes in step 2556, in step 2558, the prefetching effect contents determination means SM26n determines the display mode of the trigger hold with reference to the hold display mode determination table A, and proceeds to step 2562. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2556, in other words, in the case where the trigger-suspended variation mode delimiter information is the variation delimiter 3 or 4 or 5, in step 2560, the prefetching effect content determination means SM26n sets the trigger-suspended display mode to The determination is made with reference to the hold display mode determination table B, and the flow shifts to step 2562.

  Here, the two tables in the lower part of the figure are a hold display mode determination table A and a hold display mode determination table B. In the present embodiment, the type of display mode that can be selected when the display mode of the trigger hold that can be changed during the execution of the hold change effect is determined with reference to the hold display mode determination table A or the hold display mode determination table B is: There are three colors, red, green, and blue, and the lottery is performed by using a random number dedicated to the determination of the hold display mode. In addition, when referring to the hold display mode determination table A, blue is most likely to be selected. On the other hand, when referring to the hold display mode determination table B, red and green are most likely to be selected, and a hold change effect has occurred. The big hit expectation for each hold display mode is in the order of red, green, and blue from the highest expectation. Note that the display mode that can be changed is merely an example, and there is no problem even if the type is increased or decreased or the color that can be changed is changed. Further, in the present embodiment, the expected color of the big hit is indicated by the display color of the hold, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in the case of the big hit (or the expected degree of the big hit) T), the game state after execution of the special game may be indicated. In the case of such a configuration, in particular, during the probability fluctuation game state, the display color of the hold indicates the degree of expectation to shift to the probability fluctuation game state after the execution of the special game in the case of a big hit in the hold. (For example, if the reserved display color is red, the probability of change is high, if it is blue, the probability of change is small, etc.), it is possible to determine whether the probability fluctuation gaming state advantageous to the player continues or ends. It is possible to carry out effective and effective production.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, at the time of executing the hold change effect, the big hit expectation can be different depending on the display mode selected from the plurality of types of hold display modes. Alternatively, a configuration may be adopted in which there are a plurality of types of backgrounds that can be changed, and the jackpot expectation degree can be different depending on the type of background selected at the time of executing the effect. Furthermore, a configuration may be adopted in which a plurality of holding change effects and / or background change effects can be executed during execution of the prefetch effect (from the timing of winning the prefetch lottery to the end of the change of the main game symbol related to the trigger hold). . With this configuration, for example, when the hold change effect is executed twice during the execution of the look-ahead effect, when the display mode of the hold changed in the first hold change effect is blue, the second change is performed. Is changed to green or red, that is, each time a hold change effect is executed, it is changed (ranked up) to a hold display mode with a high expectation of big hit. It is desirable to configure it in such a way as to not impair the player's expectation. Similarly, in the case where the background change effect is executed a plurality of times during the execution of the pre-reading effect, the background is changed (ranked up) to a high expectation of big hits every time the background change effect is executed. (It may be configured so that a so-called rank down that changes to an effect with low expectation may occur). In this case, the stage in which the rank is raised in the hold change effect may be different from the stage in which the rank is raised in the background change effect. For example, the display mode of the hold is raised in two stages, and the display mode of the background is one stage. The rank may be raised (within a certain fluctuation or during a series of prefetching effects related to a certain trigger hold) {}. In addition, regarding the execution timing of the hold change effect and the background change effect, the change for executing the hold change effect and the change for executing the background change effect may be the same change or may be different changes. Further, only one change effect (hold change effect or background change effect) may be executed before the change related to the trigger hold.

  Next, in step 2562, the look-ahead effect contents determination means SM26n refers to the circuit diagram hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and determines whether or not the change mode break information of the trigger hold is the change break 5.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the background change effect is configured to be executed when the variation mode range is the range 3 (the variation mode range having a long variation time). The variation mode of the trigger hold that is a loss that occurred on the main game side The random number delimiter information is the variable break 4, which is a non-time shortening game state when the trigger hold occurs, and a time shortening game state when the trigger hold is exhausted. In such a case, when the trigger hold occurs, the variation mode range is the range 3, but when the trigger hold is exhausted, the variation mode range is the range 2, so that the background change effect is executed in the case where the variation mode range is the range 2. Becomes Therefore, in the present embodiment, the background change effect is executed only in the case of the variation delimiter 5 which is the variation mode random number delimiter information in which the variation mode range is the range 3 in both the occurrence of the trigger hold and the digestion. It is configured to Note that, as described above, the hold change effect is configured to be executable regardless of the variation mode random number delimiter information.

  In the case of Yes in step 2562, in step 2564, the pre-reading effect content determination means SM26n turns on the background change effect execution flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and performs the next processing (step 2426 or The processing shifts to step 2424). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2562, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2426 or step 2424).

  Note that, in the present embodiment, the hold change effect is configured to be executable regardless of the trigger hold change mode random number delimiter information, while the background change effect is set such that the trigger hold change mode random mode delimiter information changes. It is configured so that it can be executed only when it is the break 5.

  In the present embodiment, when the lottery is won in the prefetch lottery and the trigger hold variation mode random number segment information is the variation segment 5, the hold change effect and the background change effect occur simultaneously as the prefetch effect, and the trigger hold is performed. In the case where the variation mode random number delimiter information is the fluctuation delimiters 1 to 4 (if not the fluctuation delimiter 5), only the pending change effect is executed as the prefetch effect. The execution mode of the pre-reading effect is not limited to this, and only the background change effect may be executed as the pre-reading effect.

  Next, FIG. 22 is a flowchart of the fluctuation start prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. First, in step 2502, the fluctuation start-time reserved look-ahead effect determination means SM26k2 refers to the flag area of the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the fluctuation start-time pre-read prohibition flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2502, in step 2504, the fluctuation start-time prefetching effect determining means SM26k2 determines whether the fluctuation is a fluctuation related to trigger suspension. If Yes in step 2504, the process moves to step 2508. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2504, in step 2524, the fluctuation start hold look-ahead effect determination means SM26k2 turns on the fluctuation start look-ahead prohibition flag in the flag area of the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b. The process moves to the next process (the process of step 2420).

  Next, in step 2508, the fluctuation start-time suspension look-ahead effect determination unit SM26k2 refers to the circuit diagram suspension information temporary storage unit SM22b, and reads out information on whether or not each suspension is a trigger suspension. Next, in step 2510, the fluctuation start-time reservation prefetching effect determination unit SM26k2 determines whether or not there is a trigger suspension in the main game suspension based on the read information.

  In the case of Yes in step 2510, in step 2512, the fluctuation start-time prefetching effect determination means SM26k2 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether the current game state is not the time reduction game state. In the case of Yes in step 2512, in step 2514, the fluctuation start-time prefetching effect determination unit SM26k2 executes the fluctuation start-time prefetch lottery to win with a predetermined probability (1/50 in this example) for all the reservations. , To step 2518. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2512, in step 2516, the fluctuation start reserved look-ahead effect determination means SM26k2 performs the fluctuation start pre-fetch lottery to win with a predetermined probability (1/50 in this example) on the second main game side. , And the process proceeds to step 2518. Note that the predetermined probability does not have to be 1/50, and by changing the predetermined probability, it is possible to adjust the degree of expectation that the prefetching effect will be a big hit.

  Next, at step 2518, the fluctuation start-time prefetching effect determination means SM26k2 judges whether or not there is a hold that has been won in the fluctuation start-time prefetching lottery. In the case of Yes in step 2518, in step 2520, the fluctuation start-time prefetching effect determination unit SM26k2 adds information indicating that “trigger reservation” is to the hold that was won in the fluctuation start-time prefetch lottery (that is, as described above). At the time of occurrence of suspension and at the start of fluctuation, information indicating "trigger suspension" can be added.) Next, in step 2522, the fluctuation start hold look-ahead effect determining means SM26k2 turns on the fluctuation start look-ahead winning flag in the flag area of the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and performs the next processing (step 2420). Processing). It should be noted that the information indicating “trigger hold” added to the hold information is deleted along with the deletion of the hold information when the trigger hold is exhausted.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2502, that is, if the current process is a process in the next variation of the variation related to the trigger suspension, in step 2526, the variation start suspension prefetching effect determination unit SM26k2 determines whether the schematic display related information temporary The pre-reading prohibition flag at the start of fluctuation, which is in the flag area of the storage means SM21b, is turned off, and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2420). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2506, step 2510, or step 2518, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing of step 2420). With this configuration, in the next fluctuation after the fluctuation related to the trigger suspension, the processing of steps 2504 to 2524 is not performed (at the start of the fluctuation, the processing related to the lottery on whether or not the trigger suspension occurs is not performed). ).

  Next, FIG. 23 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2600 in FIG. First, at step 2602, the design display content determining means SM21n refers to the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether the symbol content determination permission flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2602, in step 2604, the layout display content determining means SM21n turns off the symbol content determination permission flag in the flag area of the layout display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2606, the design display content determining means SM21n temporarily stores the design change information (stop design and change mode of the main game design, information on the game state, etc.) in the design display related information temporary storage SM21b. Based on the information stored in the process of step 2418), based on the stop symbol of the decorative symbol {for example, if the stop symbol related to the main game symbol is a big hit symbol, a zolo such as "7 / 7.7" In the case of an eye or a missing symbol, a loose eye の such as “1.3.5” is determined and temporarily stored in the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b.

  Next, in step 2650, the schematic display content determination means SM21n executes a rendering content determination process, which will be described later. Next, in step 2608, the design display content determining means SM21n turns on the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the design display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2610, the layout display content determining means SM21n generates an effect execution schedule based on the information on the effect execution determined in the processing in steps 2606 and 2650. Next, in step 2610, the schematic display content determining means SM21n generates an effect execution schedule (details will be described later) in the variation based on the information on the execution of the determined effect, and performs the next process (step 2700). Processing).

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2602, in step 2612, the diagrammatic display content determining means SM21n refers to the value D of the advance notice effect determination counter SM24c and the scheduled number of advance notice effect executions S in the variation, and determines the value of the advance effect determine counter SM24c. It is determined whether or not D is a value smaller than the scheduled number of times S of the announcement effect. Here, the value D of the notice effect decision counter SM24c value D and the number of times S of the notice effect are scheduled to be set by the processing in step 2650.

  Next, in the case of Yes in step 2612, in step 2614, the wiring diagram display content determining means SM21n adds 1 to the value D of the notice effect determination counter SM24c (increment). Next, in step 2616, the decoration display content determining means SM21n determines the content of the Dth announcement effect in the variation by lottery based on the variation of the decoration symbol. Next, in step 2618, the schematic display content determining means SM21n updates the effect execution schedule based on the determined content of the notice effect, and shifts to the next process (the process of step 2700). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2612, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2700). The reason why the content of the notice effect is determined in a plurality of times as described above is to increase the processing efficiency of the sub-main side routine. In the case of, the number of lotteries in the notice effect may be enormous (for example, about 100), so that the effect of improving the processing efficiency is effectively exhibited.

  Next, FIG. 24 is a flowchart of the effect content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2650 in FIG. First, in step 2652, the wiring diagram display content determining means SM21n refers to the wiring holding information temporary storage means SM22b and determines whether or not the fluctuation is a fluctuation relating to trigger suspension. In the case of Yes in step 2652, in step 2654, the design display content determining means SM21n stores the symbol variation information (variation mode information, stop symbol information, game state information, etc.) stored in the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Based on the information stored in the process of step 2418), the variation of the decorative symbol in the variation is determined, and the process proceeds to step 2660.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2652, in other words, if the change is a change related to the trigger hold, in step 2656, the decoration design display content determining means SM21n determines whether the decorative pattern change mode in the change is triggered hold. It is determined to be a variation mode exclusively for digestion (for example, a variation mode for executing a story reach effect). Next, in step 2658, the schematic display content determining means SM21n turns off the background change effect execution flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to step 2660. Here, the background change effect execution flag is a flag for executing the background change effect while being turned on, and in this example, by turning off the process, the background change effect is executed up to the change related to the trigger hold. It is configured to end the effect.

  Next, in step 2660, the announcement effect display content determining means SM24n derives the execution timing of the announcement effect and the number of executions S of the advance effect, based on the determined variation of the decorative design. Next, in step 2662, the notice effect display content determining means SM24n sets "1" as an initial value of the value D of the notice effect determination counter SM24c.

  Next, in step 2664, the announcement effect display content determining means SM24n refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b and determines whether the background effect execution flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2664, in step 2666, the preview effect display content determining means SM24n refers to the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the change is a change related to trigger suspension. In the case of Yes in step 2666, in step 2668, the notice effect display content determining means SM24n determines the Dth (in the case of executing the process, the initial value “1”) of the variation based on the determined variation mode of the decoration symbol. Is set, the content of the first) notice effect is determined by lottery.

  Next, in step 2670, the background effect display content determining means SM23n determines the content of the background effect in the variation to be “non-look-ahead background”, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2608).

  Here, as shown in the background change effect display image diagram in the same figure, the background for non-prefetching is a daytime background, and the background only for prefetching is a nighttime background. It is configured to be able to report whether or not it exists. In the present embodiment, when the background effect execution flag is ON, the background only for prefetching is displayed, and when the background effect execution flag is OFF, the background for non-prefetching is displayed.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2664 or step 2668, in step 2672, the notice effect display content determining means SM24n sets the Dth (in the case of executing the process, the initial value “1”) of the fluctuation. Therefore, the content of the first (preliminary) effect is determined to be the effect of an advance effect dedicated to the execution of the prefetch effect (for example, an effect of counting down and displaying the number of remaining fluctuations up to the fluctuation related to trigger suspension). Although not particularly shown, when the first main game side is set as a trigger hold and a notice effect is performed over a plurality of changes, if a change occurs on the second main game side, the pre-reading is performed. The notice effect is configured to be forcibly terminated. However, if there is no inconsistency between the content of the notice effect and the actual game, the effect may be configured to be continued.

  Next, in step 2674, the background effect display content determining means SM23n determines the content of the background effect in the fluctuation to be “background for prefetching”, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2608).

  Here, as shown in an example of the effect execution schedule in the figure, in this example, the elapsed time from the start of the fluctuation and the effect execution contents can be managed in association with each other. When the effect execution schedule is updated (updated in the processing of step 2610 or step 2618) every time the effect execution content in the fluctuation is determined (or changed), the effect to be executed is determined in a plurality of times. In addition, the effect contents and the execution timing can be appropriately managed. In addition, in this example, since the notice effect may be executed immediately after the start of the change, the content of the first notice effect in the change is determined in the first processing.

  Next, FIG. 25 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2700 in FIG. First, in step 2702, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the symbol display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol content determination flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2702, in step 2704, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol content determination flag in the flag area of the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2706, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns on the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the symbol display related information temporary storage means SM21b. Next, in step 2708, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the fluctuation time related to the fluctuation in the effect timer SM21t and starts the processing, and proceeds to step 2710. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2702, the processing shifts to step 2710.

  Next, in step 2710, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the flag area of the symbol display related information temporary storage means SM21b and determines whether or not the symbol changing flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 2710, in step 2712, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 checks the timer value of the effect timer SM21t and the effect execution schedule. Next, in step 2714, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 has reached the decoration symbol change start timing based on the effect timer SM21t and the effect execution schedule temporarily stored in the decorative display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether or not. In the case of Yes at step 2714, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets the decorative symbol change display command (stored in the transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2) at step 2716, and proceeds to step 2722.

  On the other hand, in the case of No at step 2714, at step 2718, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 determines the decorative symbol based on the effect timer SM21t and the effect execution schedule temporarily stored in the accessory display related information temporary storage means SM21b. It is determined whether or not the stop display timing (temporary stop display timing) has been reached. In the case of Yes in step 2718, in step 2720, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a stop display command (temporary stop display command) of the decorative symbol (stores it in the transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2) and proceeds to step 2722. Transition.

  Next, in step 2722, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and the reach effect display control means SM25) temporarily stores the effect timer SM21t and the notice effect related information temporary storage means SM24b (and the reach effect related information temporary storage means SM25b). It is determined whether or not the display timing of the preview image or the reach image has been reached based on the stored effect execution schedule. In the case of Yes in step 2722, in step 2724, the notice effect display control means SM24 (and the reach effect display control means SM25) sets an image display command related to the notice image and the reach image (transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2). , And proceeds to step 2726. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2722, the processing shifts to step 2726.

  Next, in step 2738, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a new symbol change end command has been received. If Yes in step 2738, in step 2742, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 sets a stop display command (fixed display command) for the decorative symbol (stores it in the transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2). Next, in step 2744, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 stops the effect timer SM21t and resets (clears to zero) the value. Next, in step 2746, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 resets (clears to zero) the value D of the notice effect determination counter SM24c and the scheduled number S of notice effect execution. Next, in step 2748, the decorative symbol display control means SM21 turns off the symbol changing flag in the flag area of the symbol display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2800). I do. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2710 or step 2738, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2800).

  Next, FIG. 26 is a flowchart of the special game-related display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2800 in FIG. First, in step 2802, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and determines whether or not the special game in progress flag is off. In the case of Yes in step 2802, in step 2804, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and refers to whether or not a special game start display instruction command has been newly received. In the case of Yes in step 2804, in step 2808, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and determines that the big hit is a first hit (a big hit in the non-probability fluctuation / non-time shortening game state). ) Is determined. If Yes in step 2808, the process moves to step 2812. On the other hand, in the case of No in step 2808 (when the big hit is the first hit), in step 2810, the background effect display control means SM23 resets (clears to zero) the number-of-entires-times counter SM23c, and proceeds to step 2812. Note that this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this example. For example, at the time of ending a specific game due to reaching the upper limit fluctuation number of the specific game, the extended game number counter SM23c may be reset (cleared to zero).

  Next, in step 2812, the background effect display control means SM23 adds 1 to the value of the extended-times counter SM23c2. Next, in step 2814 and step 2816, the background effect display control means SM23 turns on the special game flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and sets a big hit on the effect display device SG. A start display is performed (display is performed appropriately based on the type of the big hit), and the flow shifts to step 2818. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2802, the processing shifts to step 2818.

  Next, in step 2818, the background effect display control means SM23 sequentially displays the number of rounds, the number of winnings, and the number of consecutive games on the effect display device SG based on the game information sequentially transmitted from the main side. (The game may be executed as needed based on the game characteristics, the type of big hits, and the like, and the number-of-en-games-counter value is displayed as the number of extended games.)

  Next, in step 2820, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the extended-count counter SM23c2 to determine whether or not the count value is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, 10). In the case of Yes in step 2820, in step 2822 the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and the running big hit is a maximum round big hit (for example, 16R big hit, 7A -It is determined whether or not it is a 7B symbol big hit). In the case of Yes in step 2822, in step 2824, the background effect display control means SM23 determines whether the ending effect ｛predetermined condition (for example, the number of extended games during a specific game, the total acquired number of balls during extended games, a plurality of ), A command related to the display of the special game or the special game｝, which is displayed only when one or more combinations of the special effects are generated, etc.), and proceeds to step 2828 I do. On the other hand, in the case of No in either step 2820 or step 2822, in step 2826, the background effect display control means SM23 sets a command related to the big hit progress display, and proceeds to step 2828.

  With this configuration, it is possible to make the effect displayed during the execution of the big hit into a special effect based on the number of consecutive games at the big hit during the specific game. Note that this example is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this example. For example, a configuration may be employed in which a plurality of conditions exist as conditions for generating an ending effect.

  Next, in step 2828, the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not a special game end display instruction command has been newly received. If Yes in step 2828, in step 2832 the background effect display control means SM23 sets a special game end display instruction command (stored in the transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2). Next, in step 2834, the background effect display control means SM23 turns off the special game in progress flag in the flag area of the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b, and proceeds to the next processing (processing in step 3000). . Note that also in the case of No in step 2804 or step 2828, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 3000).

  Next, FIG. 27 is a pre-reading effect image diagram according to the present embodiment. This image diagram illustrates a case where the look-ahead effect relating to the first main game side is a look-ahead effect in which a hold change effect and a background effect are executed during a non-time shortening game. First, the state (a) is a state in which there are two normal holding balls (holds that are not trigger holds) on the first main game side, there is no trigger hold, and the main game symbols are fluctuating. In this state, the winning prefetch lottery and the fluctuation start prefetch lottery can be executed. Next, one new hold is newly generated on the first main game side from the state of (a), and the state becomes (b). In the state (b), the newly generated hold wins the winning prefetch lottery and is set to the trigger hold, so that the prefetch effect is executed from the next change. The trigger hold is displayed in a display mode different from that of the normal hold (in the figure, the normal hold is indicated by a circle and the trigger hold is indicated by a star). Further, since the newly generated hold becomes the trigger hold, the prefetch lottery at the time of winning and the prefetch lottery at the start of the change are not executed.

  Next, the state where the changing main game symbol is stopped from the state of (b) is the state of (c). Next, the state in which the next change is started from the state of (c) is the state of (d). In the state of (d), a hold change effect, a background effect, and a countdown effect are executed as prefetch effects. In addition, the number of fluctuation stoppages of the main game symbol until the fluctuation relating to the trigger hold starts is two, so the number of the countdown effect is “2”. Next, from the state of (d), the main game symbols (e), (f), and (g) are stopped twice, the countdown effect ends, and then the state in which the fluctuation of the main game symbols starts is ( h). In the state of (h), since the trigger holding is being changed, the story effect is executed as the effect content. Next, a state in which three suspensions occur during the fluctuation of the trigger suspension is a state (i).

  Next, in the state of (j), the fluctuation related to the trigger hold is lost, and the background effect ends. Next, the state in which the next change is started from the state of (j) is the state of (k). At the start of the change in (k), the prefetch lottery at the start of the change is not executed because of the next change after the change related to the trigger hold. With this configuration, the look-ahead effect such as the countdown effect is not continuously executed, and the game proceeds without disturbing the player (for example, cut as a notice effect related to the look-ahead effect). When the in-production is performed, if there is a rule that determines that the cut-in production is a look-ahead production related to a big hit when the cut-in production is performed four or more times in a row, the pre-reading production over two variations ends. If a look-ahead effect ranging from the next fluctuation to the other two fluctuations is executed, a big hit may not occur, which may confuse the player).

  Next, the state in which the change is completed from the state of (k) is the state of (l). After the timing of (l), the prefetch lottery can be executed. Note that, at the timings (a) to (l), there is a change existing in the main game hold in the trigger hold, a change related to the trigger hold, or a change next to the final change in which the background effect is executed. In order to prevent interlacing and continuation of the effects, the prefetch lottery at the time of winning and the prefetching lottery at the start of the change are not executed.

  With the above-described configuration, in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, when a trigger hold exists in the main game hold, the prefetch lottery at the start of fluctuation and the prefetch lottery at the time of winning are not executed, and the trigger hold is performed. Is configured not to execute the prefetching random determination at the start of the fluctuation in the fluctuation following the fluctuation according to the above. As a result, the look-ahead effects related to a plurality of trigger holds are not executed consecutively, and other look-ahead effects are not executed during the execution of the look-ahead effect. It is possible to prevent the user from erroneously recognizing whether or not the pre-reading effect has been started, and the game machine becomes more user-friendly.

  Incidentally, the execution start timing of the look-ahead effect (hold change effect, background change effect) is not limited to this example. For example, when a hold occurs, when a change starts, when a predetermined notice effect is performed, and when the sub input button SB is operated. It may be configured such that the production can be started at the time, etc. Also, when executing the hold change effect, a display object that changes the hold appears, and the display object changes the display mode of the hold (for example, a character that appears from the screen edge attacks the hold, An effect of changing the display mode of the hold may be configured.

(Modification 1)
Here, in the present embodiment, the pre-reading effect is configured not to be continuously executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. It may be configured as follows. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a first modification example from the present embodiment, and will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 28 is a flowchart of the fluctuation start prefetch determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. 18 in the first modification example from the present embodiment. First, a change from the present embodiment is about step 2523 (variation 1), and the purpose is that, in the first variation after the execution of the special game, the variation related to the special game is the variation related to trigger suspension. Even if there is, it is configured to be able to execute the prefetch lottery at the start of the fluctuation. That is, in step 2504, if the change is a change related to trigger suspension, in step 2523 (variation 1), the change-start-time prefetch effect determining means SM26k2 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and executes the change. Is not a fluctuation related to the big hit. In the case of Yes in Step 2523 (variation 1), the process proceeds to Step 2524, and in the case of No, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of Step 2420).

  By performing the above change, in the gaming machine according to the first modification example from the present embodiment, when the fluctuation related to the trigger hold is a big hit and the special game is executed (that is, the pre-reading effect related to the trigger hold, Since the special game is executed between the trigger hold and the look-ahead effect related to the hold next to the trigger hold, in the case where there is little discomfort even if the look-ahead effect continues, the look-ahead effect also occurs in the next variation of the trigger hold. With such a configuration, the chances of executing the pre-reading effect increase, thereby increasing the interest of the game.

  Note that, in the gaming machine according to the first modification of the present embodiment, when the fluctuation related to the trigger suspension becomes a big hit, the prefetch lottery at the time of the fluctuation start can be executed with the fluctuation next to the fluctuation related to the trigger suspension. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In the case where the change related to the trigger hold becomes a big hit and the game state is changed, it is configured such that the change start prefetch lottery can be executed with the next change of the change related to the trigger hold. Is also good.

  In the gaming machine according to the first modification of the present embodiment, in the next variation of the special game, even if the next variation is the next variation of the variation related to the trigger hold, it is possible to execute the prefetch lottery at the start of the variation. Although it was configured, the configuration capable of executing the prefetching lottery at the start of the fluctuation to the next fluctuation of the fluctuation related to the trigger hold is not limited to this, for example, after the change after a long time fluctuation fixed time, after all the hold is exhausted It is only necessary that the situation is such that the player can recognize that the continuous pre-reading effect has ended due to the lapse of a predetermined time from the fluctuation related to the trigger hold such as the fluctuation of the game state, the fluctuation after the game state is switched, and the like.

(Modification 2)
Here, in the present embodiment, the display mode of the hold is changed at the timing of winning the pre-reading lottery. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The display mode may be changed. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a second modification from the present embodiment, and will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 29 is a flowchart of the hold information management / display content determination / display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2400 in FIG. 17 in the second modification example from the present embodiment. First, the changes from the present embodiment are in step 2650 (variation 2) and steps 2423-1 (variation 2) to step 2423-3 (variation 2), the purpose of which is to win the prefetch lottery at the time of winning. In a case where the suspended display mode is changed, the timing of the change can be set at the start of the next change. That is, if the new hold is the trigger hold in step 2410, in step 2650 (variation 2), the schematic diagram hold information display control means SM22 executes a prize-winning prefetching effect content determination process described later. The process transitions to 2426.

  In addition, after executing the look-ahead effect contents determination processing in step 2550, or in the case of No in step 2420, in step 2423-1 (Modification 2), the schematic diagram suspension information display control means SM22 sets the schematic diagram suspension information temporary. By referring to the flag area of the storage means SM22b, it is determined whether or not the pending change reservation flag is on. (The pending change reservation flag may be turned on in the process of step 2650 (variation 2)). In the case of Yes in step 2423-1 (variation 2), in step 2422-2 (variation 2), the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 sets the trigger suspension temporarily stored in the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b. The second hold display mode {the hold display mode determined in the process of the subroutine of step 2650 (variant 2)} is determined as the hold display mode. Next, in step 2423-3 (variation 2), the drawing suspension information display control means SM22 turns off the suspension change reservation flag in the flag area of the drawing suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, and proceeds to step 2424. I do. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 2423-1 (variation 2), the processing shifts to step 2424.

  Next, FIG. 30 is a flowchart of a winning prefetch effect contents determination process according to the subroutine of step 2650 (variation 2) in FIG. 29 in a second modification example from the present embodiment. In this figure, steps 2652 to 2660 are the same as steps 2552 to 2560 in the present embodiment, and steps 2662 to 2664 are the same as steps 2562 to 2564 in the present embodiment.

  First, in step 2661-1, the look-ahead effect contents determination means SM26n refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and currently displays for a predetermined time (in the present example, a change of 120 seconds. It is assumed that the suspension display is in a variation mode in which a predetermined moving image is displayed over the entire area SG10 so that the hold display cannot be visually recognized). . In the case of Yes in step 2661-1, in step 2661-2, the prefetching effect contents determining means SM26n sets the hold display mode of the trigger hold determined in step 2654 or step 2658 or step 2660 as the second hold display mode. The hold information is temporarily stored in the hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the hold display mode is determined to be white, which is a normal hold display color (a default display color in which a prefetch effect is not performed). Next, in step 2661-3, the look-ahead effect contents determination means SM26n turns on the hold change reservation flag in the flag area of the schematic storage information temporary storage means SM22b, and proceeds to step 2662. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2661-1, the processing shifts to step 2662.

  By performing the above change, the effect during the fluctuation of the main game symbol, which is the fluctuation time of the predetermined time (in this example, 120 seconds), according to the second modification from the present embodiment is the super-reach effect, When a predetermined moving image is displayed on the entire display area SG10 during the execution of the super-reach effect, in the gaming machine configured to make the hold display invisible, a prefetch at the time of winning during the execution of the super-reach effect When the lottery is won, the display mode of the hold is changed at the start of the next change, so that the player can visually recognize that the display mode of the hold has been changed. Machine.

  In the gaming machine according to the second modification example from the present embodiment, when the winning prefetch lottery is won, the display mode of the hold can be changed at the start of the next change. The timing for executing the change is not limited to this, and may be any timing that is appropriate in accordance with the effect that is being performed at the time of the prefetch lottery winning (for example, it is possible to visually recognize whether the hold display is invisible to the player or not). Timing etc.). Further, the effect of changing the effect execution timing is not limited to the display mode of the hold, but a problem occurs when the prefetch effect is executed at the timing of winning the prefetch lottery (for example, if the player cannot visually recognize the prefetch effect). Any effect may be used (for example, comment notice effect).

(Modification 3)
Further, the mode of the rule regarding whether or not the pre-reading effect can be executed is not limited to this, and a mode of forcibly executing the pre-reading effect may be provided as an exception to the rule. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a third modified example from the present embodiment, and will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 31 is a flowchart of a winning-time prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2450 in FIG. 19 in a third modification example of the present embodiment. First, the points different from the present embodiment are steps 2451-1 (variation 3) and step 2466 (variation 3). The purpose of the modification is when the suspension in which the fluctuation mode delimiter information is the fluctuation delimiter 5 occurs. That is, it is configured to forcibly win the prefetch lottery at the time of winning. That is, if the time reduction game is not in progress in step 2451 or if the new hold is the hold of the second main game side in step 2452, in step 2451-1 (variation 3), the prize-holding prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 performs With reference to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, it is determined whether or not the new suspension change mode delimiter information is the change delimiter 5.

  In the case of Yes in step 2451-1 (variation 3), the flow proceeds to step 2454, and in the case of No, in step 2466 (variation 3), the prize-holding prefetching effect judging means SM26k1 determines whether or not the drawing suspension information temporary Temporary storage is performed by adding information indicating “trigger hold” to the hold information related to the hold in the storage means SM22b (and information indicating trigger hold is deleted from other trigger holds in the main game hold). ), And proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2410).

  Next, FIG. 32 is a flowchart of the effect content determination processing according to the subroutine of step 2650 in FIG. 23 in the first modification example from the present embodiment. First, changes from the present embodiment relate to step 2671 (variation 3) and step 2673 (variation 3), and the purpose is that the trigger hold is a hold in which the change mode break information is the change break 5. That is, it is configured to be able to execute a different effect when there is no effect. That is, if No in step 2664 or step 2666 (when the background effect is executed or the change is not a change related to the trigger hold), in step 2671 (change 3), the background effect display content determining means SM23n sets the trigger It is determined whether the suspension is not the suspension in which the fluctuation mode delimiter information is the fluctuation delimiter 5. If Yes in step 2671 (variation 3), the flow shifts to step 2672 to execute the same processing as in the present embodiment.

  On the other hand, if No in step 2671 (variation 3), in step 2673 (variation 3), the background effect display content determining means SM23n determines the execution content of the D-th notice effect in the change, by using the change mode delimiter information. Determines the special announcement effect content (for example, an effect content that displays a special countdown until the trigger hold is exhausted) during execution of the pre-reading effect related to the trigger hold, which is the variable break 5, and proceeds to step 2674. Here, although the details will be described later, the effect of displaying the special countdown is an effect in which the number display mode is different from the effect of displaying the countdown (hereinafter, the effect of displaying the special countdown is referred to as a special countdown effect). May be called).

  Next, FIG. 33 is a pre-reading effect image diagram according to a third modification example of the embodiment. This image diagram exemplifies a case in which the look-ahead effect relating to the first main game side is executed as a look-ahead effect in which the hold change effect and the background effect are executed during the non-time-saving game. In the figure, the normal hold is indicated by a circle, the normal trigger hold (variable time 30 seconds) is indicated by a diamond, and the specific hold (variable time 120 seconds is fixed) is changed. (Sometimes called trigger suspension) is indicated by a star.

  First, the state (a) is a state in which there are two normal holding balls (holds that are not trigger holds) on the first main game side, there is no trigger hold, and the main game symbols are fluctuating. In this state, the winning prefetch lottery and the fluctuation start prefetch lottery can be executed. Next, one new hold occurs on the first main game side from the state of (a), and the state becomes (b). In the state of (b), the newly generated hold wins the prize-winning prefetch lottery and becomes a normal trigger hold (a fluctuation time of 30 seconds), so that the prefetch effect is executed from the next fluctuation of the main game symbol. Becomes Further, the normal trigger hold is displayed in a display mode different from the normal hold.

  Next, from the state of (b), the main game symbol that is changing is stopped and becomes the state of (c), and the state in which the next change is started from the state of (c) is the state of (d). . In the state of (d), a hold change effect, a background effect, and a countdown effect are executed as prefetch effects. In addition, the number of fluctuation stoppages of the main game symbol until the fluctuation related to the normal trigger hold starts is two, so the number of the countdown effect is “2”. Next, from the state of (d), a state in which two holds have occurred and one of the holds (the last hold) is the specific hold, and the trigger hold (the specific trigger hold) has been forcibly changed. This is the state of (e). In the state of (e), the specific hold becomes a new specific trigger hold, information indicating that the trigger is a hold is deleted from the hold that was a normal trigger hold, and the hold display mode is the same as the normal hold mode. It has become.

  Next, the state is changed from the state (e) to the state (f), and the state where the next change is started from the state (f) is the state (g). Since the change is started in the situation where the specific trigger hold exists, a special countdown effect is executed instead of the countdown effect executed up to the point of (g). In addition, since the number of times of stoppage of the fluctuation of the main game symbol until the fluctuation relating to the specific trigger hold starts is three, the number of the special countdown effect is “3”.

  By making the above changes, in the gaming machine according to the third modification example from the present embodiment, when a suspension in which the fluctuation mode delimiter information is the fluctuation delimiter 5 occurs, the game machine is forcibly won in the winning prefetch lottery. By configuring as such, it is possible to adjust the appearance rate of the look-ahead effect, and it is possible to provide an exceptional rule of forcibly executing the look-ahead effect as a rule of execution of the look-ahead effect, and that the variation of the look-ahead effect is expanded. Become. In addition, by setting the expectation degree that the look-ahead effect related to the hold whose variation mode delimiter information is the change break 5 is a big hit to be higher than the expectation degree that the look-ahead effect related to the hold other than the hold becomes the big hit, forcibly. Even if the look-ahead effect is executed, the degree of expectation of the jackpot does not decrease, and the game machine becomes a user-friendly gaming machine.

  In addition, when the look-ahead effect related to the hold in which the variation mode break information is the change break 5 during the certain look-ahead effect is forcibly executed, the big hit expectation in the look-ahead effect related to the hold is more than the big hit expectation degree in the certain look-ahead effect. As long as the degree is high, for example, when the prefetch effect related to the hold whose variation mode delimiter information is the change break 5 occurs, the trigger hold related to the prefetch effect is always a big hit. Is also good.

(Modification 4)
Here, in the modification example 3 from the present embodiment, when a specific hold occurs, the winning prefetch lottery is configured to be always won. However, the configuration that always wins the prefetch lottery is not limited to this. You may be comprised so that a prefetch lottery at the time of a change start may be always won. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a fourth modification example from the present embodiment, and will be described in detail below.

  First, FIG. 34 is a flowchart of the winning-time prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2450 in FIG. 19 in a fourth modification example of the present embodiment. First, the point of change from the present embodiment is in step 2457 (variation 4) and step 2466 (variation 4), whose purpose is to change the variation mode random number delimiter information in a situation where there is no trigger hold in the hold. When a hold that is a break 5 occurs, the hold is configured to win the prefetch lottery at the time of winning. That is, if there is no trigger hold in the main game hold in step 2456, in step 2457 (variant 4), the prize hold prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b, and Then, it is determined whether or not the suspended change mode random number delimiter information is the change delimiter 5.

  In the case of Yes in step 2457 (variation 4), the process proceeds to step 2458, and in the case of No, in step 2466 (variation 4), the prize-holding prefetching effect determining means SM26k1 stores the drawing suspension information temporary storage means. With reference to the hold information in the SM 22b, the information of “trigger hold” is added to the hold information relating to the new hold and the information is temporarily stored (and the trigger hold is changed from other trigger hold in the main game hold). Information is deleted), and the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2410).

  Next, FIG. 35 is a flowchart of the fluctuation start prefetch determination process according to the subroutine of step 2500 in FIG. 19 in the fourth modification example from the present embodiment. First, the points different from the present embodiment are steps 2530 (variation 4) and step 2532 (variation 4). The purpose is that the fluctuation mode random number delimiter information is in the main game reservation and the fluctuation section 5 is pending. In such a case, the suspension is configured to win the prefetch lottery at the start of the change. That is, after turning off the preemption prohibition flag at the time of change start in step 2526, in step 2530 (fourth change), the preemptive effect at change start preservation effect determination means SM26k2 refers to the diagram storage information temporary storage means SM22b, and executes the main game. It is determined whether or not the fluctuation mode random number delimiter information has the fluctuation delimiter 5 in the reservation. In the case of Yes in step 2530 (variation 4), in step 2532 (variation 4), the fluctuation start-time reservation look-ahead effect judging means SM26k2 refers to the suspension information in the circuit diagram suspension information temporary storage means SM22b, and Among the holdings at the specific time, the information indicating that the trigger is “triggered holding” is added to the holding information related to the earliest holding in the digestion order and temporarily stored (assuming that the lottery at the start of the fluctuation has been won). Move to step 2522. On the other hand, if No in Step 2530 (Modification 4), the process moves to the next process (the process in Step 2420).

  By performing the above change, in the gaming machine according to the fourth modification example from the present embodiment, when the prefetching effect is being executed, and the fluctuation mode random number delimiter information is generated, By configuring so that a look-ahead effect that sets the hold as a trigger hold can be executed from the start of the change after the execution of the look-ahead effect (at the start of the next change after the change related to the trigger hold), the other process can be performed during the execution of the look-ahead effect. (A prefetch effect in which the fluctuation mode random number delimiter information is set to hold the fluctuation segment 5 as a trigger hold) to prevent the player from being confused, thereby providing a user-friendly gaming machine. Become.

  In the gaming machine according to the fourth modified example from the present embodiment, if the prefetching lottery is executed when the fluctuation mode random number delimiter information is held in the fluctuation delimiter 5, the execution of the prefetch effect is ended. The prefetch effect is configured to be executed at the start of the subsequent change (after the end of the change related to the trigger hold). The present invention is not limited thereto, and even if a suspension in which the variation mode delimiter information is the variation delimiter 5 occurs during the execution of the prefetching effect, a prefetching effect related to the suspension may not be generated.

  Further, in the present example, the configuration is such that the prefetch lottery-at-winning lottery can be executed even during the fluctuation related to the suspension of the trigger. However, the prefetch lottery at the time of winning may not be executed during the fluctuation related to the suspension of the trigger. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a situation in which another look-ahead effect is executed from the next variation after the look-ahead effect is completed, and even if the content of the effect related to the look-ahead effect is any content, The final fluctuation of the effect can be recognized.

  In the present example, the prefetch lottery at the start of the fluctuation is configured to be executed for the hold that will be consumed after the end of the fluctuation. However, the present invention is not limited to this. (The fluctuation may be a fluctuation related to trigger suspension). In the case of such a configuration, in the gaming machine configured so that the display related to the consumed hold is continuously displayed even after the suspension is consumed and the fluctuation is started, the display mode of the consumed reserve is displayed. , Etc. can be executed.

  In the present example, when executing the prefetch lottery at the time of winning, when the trigger is held in the hold, the prefetch lottery at the time of winning is not executed. The present invention is not limited to this, and it is also possible to not execute the winning pre-fetch lottery on the condition that there is a hold that becomes a big hit in the hold, or that there is a specific change (such as a change mode that becomes a reach change) in the hold. Good.

(2nd Embodiment)
Here, in the present embodiment, whether or not the transition to the probability fluctuation gaming state after the special game is determined based on the stop symbol of the main game symbol, in the case of such a configuration, the player during the execution of the special game There is a risk that the interest in the game may be impaired. Therefore, an example of a configuration that does not impair the player's interest in the game even during execution of the special game is referred to as a second embodiment. Only the differences will be described in detail.

  The gaming machine according to the second embodiment includes a specific area C22 in which a game ball can enter and a specific area entry detection device C22s in the second winning port C20. Here, the specific area entry detection device C22s is a sensor that detects the entry of a game ball into the specific area C22, and generates specific area entry information indicating the entry at the time of entry. The game ball that has entered the second special winning opening C20 is configured to be detected by one of the second special winning opening winning detection device C21s and the specific area winning detection device C22s.

  Further, the gaming machine according to the second embodiment determines whether or not a game ball has entered the specific area C22, a specific area entry determining means MJ11-C22, and a second special winning opening having the specific area C22. It has a distribution game execution control means MP36 for executing a distribution game for opening and closing C20, and a distribution game-related information temporary storage means MB40b for temporarily storing information relating to the processing of the distribution game. I have.

  First, FIG. 36 is a flowchart of a special game control process according to the subroutine of step 1600 in FIG. 5 in the second embodiment. First, differences from the present embodiment are step 1611 (second), step 1700 (second), and step 1650 (second), and the purpose is to execute a sorting game. That is, in step 1611 (second), the special game execution means MP33 refers to the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and determines that the number of rounds executed in the special game is a distribution game execution round (in this example, , 2R and 4R) are determined. In the second embodiment, two rounds that are not continuous with 2R and 4R are rounds related to the opening of the second special winning opening C20. However, this is because a game ball cannot flow down during a special game. In the case where the game ball is stored in a specific place in the game area D30 (so-called clogged ball), the game ball is returned to the second big winning opening C20 (or the specific area C22) again for the player. The purpose of the present invention is to provide an opportunity to enter a ball. Whether or not the gaming state after the special game is changed to the probability varying gaming state depends on whether or not it is possible to enter the second large winning opening C20 (or the specific area C22). This is important because it will be decided. In the second embodiment, two rounds related to the opening of the second special winning opening C20 are provided. However, the number of rounds is not limited to this, and a larger number of rounds related to the opening of the second special winning opening C20 are provided. It may be a round.

  If Yes in step 1611 (second), in step 1700 (second), the distribution game execution control unit MP36 executes distribution game execution processing described later, and proceeds to step 1634. On the other hand, if No in step 1611 (second), the process moves to step 1612.

  Also, after setting the special game end display instruction command to the sub side in step 1638, in step 1650 (second), the distribution game execution control unit MP36 performs a game state determination process after the end of the special game described later. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1910).

  Next, FIG. 37 is a flowchart of the distribution game execution processing according to the subroutine of step 1700 (second) in FIG. 36 in the second embodiment. First, in step 1702, the distribution game execution control means MP36 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b and determines whether or not the distribution game execution flag is ON. If Yes in step 1702, the process moves to step 1716.

  On the other hand, in the case of No in step 1702, in step 1704, the distribution game execution control unit MP36 refers to the special game related information temporary storage unit MB20b, and the stopped main game symbol is a long open symbol (4B / 5A. 5B, 7A, and 7B). In the case of Yes at step 1704, at step 1706, the distribution game execution control unit MP36 determines that the opening pattern of the second winning port C20 having the specific area C22 is a long opening pattern (for example, opening for 15 seconds). Then, an opening pattern designed so that the entry into the specific area C22 is definite is set, and the routine goes to Step 1710. On the other hand, if No in step 1704, in other words, if the stop symbol is the short open symbol (4A), in step 1708, the distribution game execution control unit MP36 determines whether the second large winning opening C20 having the specific area C22 As an open pattern, a short open pattern (for example, an open pattern that is open for 0.1 second and designed so that non-entry into the specific area C22 is definite) is set. Move to step 1710.

  Next, in step 1710, the distribution game execution control means MP36 clears the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c. Next, in step 1712, the distribution game execution control means MP36 turns on the distribution game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1864, the distribution game execution control means MP36 opens the second big winning opening C20 according to the set opening pattern, and proceeds to step 1716.

  Next, in step 1716, the distribution game execution control means MP36 checks the counter value of the winning ball counter MP33c, and determines whether or not a predetermined number (10) of gaming balls have won the second large winning opening C20. I do. If Yes in step 1716, the process moves to step 1720. On the other hand, in the case of No at Step 1716, at Step 1718, the distribution game execution control means MP36 determines whether or not the opening period (set opening pattern) of the second special winning opening C20 has ended. If Yes in step 1718, the process moves to step 1720.

  Next, in step 1720, the distribution game execution control means MP36 closes the second big winning opening C20. Next, in step 1722, the distribution game execution control means MP36 turns off the distribution game execution flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1723, the distribution game execution control means MP36 determines whether or not a game ball has entered the specific area C22 in the execution round of the distribution game. If Yes in step 1723, in step 1724, the distribution game execution control unit MP36 determines whether or not the incoming ball is the first incoming ball in the special game being executed. In the case of Yes in Step 1724, in Step 1725, the distribution game execution control means MP36 sets the specific area entry command to the sub side in the command transmission buffer MT10 for transmitting to the sub main control unit SM ( It is transmitted to the sub-main control unit SM in the control command transmission process of step 1930). Next, at step 1726, the distribution game execution control means MP36 turns on the main game certain change transition reservation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and proceeds to step 1728. On the other hand, also in the case of No in step 1724, the process proceeds to step 1728. It should be noted that also in the case of No in Step 1723 or Step 1724, the process shifts to Step 1728. Next, in step 1728, the distribution game execution control means MP36 adds 1 to the round number counter (ends the execution round of the distribution game), and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1634). It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1718, the process shifts to the next process (the process of step 1634).

  Next, FIG. 38 is a flowchart of the game state determination processing after the end of the special game, according to the subroutine of step 1650 (second) in FIG. 36 in the second embodiment. First, in step 1662, the specific game control means MP50 refers to the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and determines whether or not the main game certain change transition reservation flag is on. In the case of Yes in step 1662, in step 1664, the specific game control means MP50 turns off the main game probability change transition reservation flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1666, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (80 times) to the probability change counter MP51c. Next, in step 1668, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game certainty change flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1670, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times (20 times) to the limited frequency switching counter MN52c. Next, in step 1672, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times A (80 times) in the time saving counter MP52c, and proceeds to step 1676. On the other hand, in the case of No at Step 1662, at Step 1674, the specific game control means MP50 sets a predetermined number of times B (50 times) to the time saving counter MP52c, and proceeds to Step 1676. In the present example, the limited frequency switching counter MN52c and the time saving number counter MP52c are configured to set a predetermined value. However, the present invention is not limited to this. You may comprise so that it can be changed.

  Next, in step 1676, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the main game time reduction flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b. Next, in step 1678, the specific game control means MP50 turns on the auxiliary game time reduction flag in the flag area of the special game related information temporary storage means MB20b, and shifts to the next processing (processing in step 1910).

  Next, FIG. 39 is a flowchart of a special game-related display control process according to the subroutine of step 2800 in FIG. 17 in the second embodiment. The difference from the present embodiment is step 2817-1 (second) to step 2817-5 (second), the purpose of which is to enter the reserved in-condominium confirmation specific area and enter the normal specific area. Is to run. After the command related to the jackpot start display is set in step 2816 or if the special game in progress flag is on in step 2802, in step 2817-1 (second), the background effect display control means SM23 stores the main-side information temporarily. With reference to the means SM11b, it is determined whether or not a new specific area entry command has been received from the main side. In the case of Yes in step 2817-1 (second), in step 281-3 (second), the background effect display control means SM23 refers to the main side information temporary storage means SM11b, and stores the success / failure random number delimiter information in the hold. It is determined whether or not there is a hold that is the success / failure separator 1 or 2. In the case of Yes in Step 2817-3 (second), in Step 2817-4 (Second), the background effect display control means SM23 determines whether or not the hold in the extended cottage fixed specific area entering effect (the hold which becomes a big hit in the hold A command for executing the effect of notifying that the game is present and the game state after the special game being executed becomes the probability-variable game state is set (stored in the transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2), and the process proceeds to step 2818. I do. On the other hand, in the case of No at step 2817-3 (second), at step 2818-5 (second), the background effect display control means SM23 sets the normal specific area entering effect (the game state after the special game being executed is A command for executing an effect of notifying that the game is to be in the probability variation gaming state is set, and the flow shifts to step 2818. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 2817-1 (second), the processing shifts to step 2818.

  With the configuration described above, in the gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the transition to the probability-variable gaming state after the special game is made depending on whether or not the game ball enters the specific area during the special game. By being configured to determine whether or not the game is allowed, the player can continue playing the game even during the special game without losing interest in the game, and the interest of the game is enhanced.

(Modification Example 1 from Second Embodiment)
Here, in the second embodiment, the prefetch lottery can be executed at the time of occurrence of the hold (at the time of winning) and at the start of the fluctuation of the main game symbol. However, the present invention is not limited to this. May be executed. Therefore, an example of such a configuration is referred to as a first modification from the second embodiment, and only the points different from the second embodiment will be described below in detail.

  Note that the gaming machine according to the first modification example from the second embodiment has a probability variation number counter MP51c capable of counting the number of variations in the probability variation gaming state and a variation mode (variation time, etc.) of the main game symbol at the limited frequency. And a limited frequency variation mode determining means MN52 to be determined. In addition, the limited frequency variation mode determination means MN52 includes a limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta that is referred to when determining the variation mode related to the main game symbol at the limited frequency, and a limited frequency that is referenced in the probability variation game state. A limited frequency switching counter MN52c that counts the number of fluctuations up to the timing of changing the table.

  First, FIG. 40 is a flowchart of the first (second) main game symbol display process according to the subroutine of Steps 1400 (1) and (2) in FIG. 10 in Modification Example 1 from the second embodiment. . First, the points changed from the second embodiment are steps 1411-1 (second modification 1) to step 1411-5 (second modification 1) and step 1450, the purpose of which is limited to the probability fluctuation game state. The configuration is to refer to the frequency table. That is, after determining the stop symbol related to the main game symbol in step 1410-2, in step 1411-1 (second variation 1), the game content determination unit MN sets the flag area of the specific game-related information temporary storage unit MB30b. It is determined whether or not the main game probability change flag is turned off by referring to the flag. In the case of Yes in step 1411-1 (second variation 1), the process proceeds to step 1412, and in the case of No, in step 1411-2 (second variation 1), the game content determination means MN sets the limited frequency switching counter With reference to the counter value of the MN 52c, it is determined whether or not the counter value is larger than 0. Next, in step 1411-3 (second variation 1), the first main game variation mode determination unit MN51-A (second main game variation mode determination unit MN51-B) performs the limited frequency variation corresponding to each game state. With reference to the mode determination lottery table MN52ta (especially, the limited frequency table 1), the main game symbol hit / fail lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (the second main game content determination random number) (particularly, the variation mode lottery random number) The main game symbol fluctuation modes are determined based on these, and these are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C.

  Here, FIG. 41 (particularly, limited frequency table 1) is an example of a limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta. In the first modification example from the second embodiment, the limited frequency table 1 is referred to in the fluctuation of the main game symbol in the first to twentieth times after the end of the special game in the time reduction game state and the probability fluctuation game state. In addition, when the limited frequency table 1 is referred to, the fluctuation on the first main game side is less profitable for the player than the fluctuation on the second main game side, so the fluctuation on the first main game side is the fluctuation on the second main game side The symbol change time is configured to be relatively long as compared with. Further, on the second main game side, the fluctuation time is relatively shorter when referring to the limited frequency table 1 than when referring to the limited frequency table 2 described later.

  Next, in step 1411-4 (second variation 1), the game content determining means MN decrements the counter value of the limited frequency switching counter MN52c by 1, and proceeds to step 1414. On the other hand, if No in step 1411-2 (second variation 1), in step 1411-5 (second variation 1), the first main game variation mode determination means MN51-A (the second main game variation mode determination means MN51) -B) refers to the limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta (particularly, the limited frequency table 2) corresponding to each game state, and refers to the main game symbol win / fail lottery result and the first main game content determination random number (the second main game content random number). Based on the game content determination random number) (particularly, the random number of the variation mode lottery), the variation mode of the main game symbol is determined, and these are temporarily stored in the first and second main game symbol information temporary storage means MB11b-C, and step 1414. Move to That is, the game state after the end of the special game is determined by the presence or absence of the game ball in the specific area C22 during the special game as shown in Modification Example 1 (and the second embodiment) from the second embodiment. In a gaming machine, a variation mode determination table (for example, a limited frequency table) to be referred to differs along with the game state after the end of the special game, depending on whether or not a game ball has entered the specific area C22.

  Here, FIG. 41 (in particular, the limited frequency table 2) is an example of the limited frequency variation mode determination lottery table MN52ta. In the first modification example from the second embodiment, the limited frequency table 2 is referred to by the change of the main game symbols 21 to 80 times after the end of the special game in the time reduction game state and the probability change game state. In addition, when the limited frequency table 2 is referred to, the fluctuation on the first main player side is lower profit for the player than the fluctuation on the second main player side, so that the fluctuation on the first main player side is the fluctuation on the second main player side. The symbol change time is configured to be relatively long as compared with the above (because the second main game side can be reserved while the first main game side main game symbols are changing). Note that the variation mode at the time of hitting referred to on the second main game side of the limited frequency table 2 includes a specific variation mode “BX” (details will be described later). In addition, in the first modification example from the second embodiment, the specific variation mode is configured to be provided only in the variation mode at the time of a hit, but there is no problem if the specific variation mode is provided even at the time of loss. However, as will be described later, the variation mode of the specific variation mode “BX” is set when there is a hold scheduled to be a hit in a situation where the symbol related to the variation mode is changing. , Because it is provided with the purpose of indicating or notifying the existence of the hold that is scheduled to be a hit, during the symbol change according to this specific change mode "BX" or when the change is stopped, the hit It is desirable to configure so that different notification modes are executed when there is a hold scheduled to become a hit and when there is no hold scheduled to be a hit. The details will be described later). In addition, during the time shortening / probability fluctuation game state (so-called ST), the fluctuation time when the first main game side holds is generated. Is set to 5 seconds uniformly to wait for, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in the case of a big hit on the first main game side during ST (particularly, a big hit related to a long open symbol), the second is set. It may be configured to have the same fluctuation time (and effect) as that of the main game side, or if the first main game side has a big hit during ST, if the second main game side has a big hit, An effect that is not selected (for example, an effect that inspires whether or not a long open jackpot may be performed and may be an effect during execution of a special game) may be configured. Also, a plurality of patterns may be provided for the fluctuation time in the case of loss.

  Also, after turning on the condition device operation flag in step 1440, or when the stopped symbol is not a big hit symbol in step 1430, in step 1450, the game content determination means MN executes a specific game end determination process described later. Then, the process proceeds to the next process (the process of step 1500).

  Next, FIG. 42 is a flowchart of a specific game end determination process according to a subroutine of step 1450 (second variation 1) in FIG. 10 in a first modification example from the second embodiment. First, the point of change from the second embodiment is in steps 1470 (second variation 1) to step 1476 (second variation 1), the purpose of which is to end the probability-variation gaming state depending on the number of times the main game symbol has changed. That is to say, That is, in step 1470 (second variation 1), the specific game control means MP50 refers to the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c and determines whether the counter value is greater than zero. If Yes in Step 1470 (Second Variation 1), in Step 1472 (Second Variation 1), the specific game control means MP50 decrements the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c by one (decrement). Next, in step 1474 (second variation 1), the specific game control means MP50 refers to the counter value of the probability variation counter MP51c and sets the counter value (remaining variation count until the end of the probability variation game state) to 0. Is determined. If Yes in Step 1474 (Second Variation 1), in Step 1476 (Second Variation 1), the specific game control means MP50 sets the main game probability change flag in the flag area of the specific game-related information temporary storage means MB30b. Turn off, and proceed to step 1454. It should be noted that also in the case of No in step 1470 (second variation 1) or step 1474 (second variation 1), the processing shifts to step 1454.

  Next, FIG. 43 is a flowchart of the hold information management / display contents / display control processing according to the subroutine of step 2200 in FIG. 17 in the first modification example from the second embodiment. The changes from the second embodiment are step 2428 (second variation 1) and step 2430 (second variation 1), whose purpose is to prefetch at the time of winning and prefetch at the start of fluctuation in the probability fluctuation game state. That is, the lottery is not executed. That is, in step 2408, the hold information (random number value) transmitted from the main side is temporarily stored in the circuit diagram hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and then in step 2428 (second variation 1), The means SM22 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current gaming state is a probability varying gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2124 (second variation 1), the flow shifts to step 2450 to execute a process related to prefetch determination at the time of winning. On the other hand, if No in step 2428 (second variation 1), the flow shifts to step 2426 without executing the processing related to the prefetch determination at the time of winning.

  Further, in step 2418, the hold information (random number value) relating to the symbol change is deleted from the design hold information temporary storage means SM22b, and the remaining hold information is shifted. In step 2430 (second variation 1), The placement suspension information display control means SM22 refers to the main-side information temporary storage means SM11b and determines whether or not the current gaming state is a probability-variable gaming state. In the case of Yes in step 2430 (second variation 1), the process proceeds to step 2500 to execute the processing related to the pre-reading determination at the start of fluctuation. Then, the flow shifts to step 2426.

  Next, FIG. 44 is a flowchart of the decorative symbol display control process according to the subroutine of step 2700 in FIG. 17 in the first modification example from the second embodiment. The changes from the second embodiment are step 2714-1 (second modification 1), step 2714-2 (second modification 1), and step 3400 (second modification 1). This is to execute a prefetch lottery. That is, in step 2714-1 (second variation 1), the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the symbol display related information temporary storage means SM21b, and the variation mode of the main game symbol during the variation is the specific variation mode. It is determined whether or not. In this example, the specific variation mode is “BX” which is a variation mode (a variation time of 40 seconds in this example) that can be selected only when referring to the limited frequency table 2. During the change of the main game symbol, a change prefetch lottery described later is executed.

  If Yes in step 2714-1 (second variation 1), in step 2714-2 (second variation 1), the decorative symbol display control means SM21 refers to the schematic display related information temporary storage means SM21b and performs the decoration. It is determined whether or not the change in the symbol has reached the prefetch lottery timing (30 seconds from the start of the change). If Yes in Step 2714-2 (Second Modification 1), in Step 3400 (Second Modification 1), the decorative symbol display control means SM21 executes a variable prefetch execution process described later, and proceeds to Step 2722. . If the determination in step 2714-1 (second variation 1) or step 2714-2 (second variation 1) is No, the flow shifts to step 2718.

  In the first modification from the second embodiment, a timer is used to determine whether the variation of the decorative symbol according to the specific variation mode has reached a predetermined timing (30 seconds from the start of the variation). Although it was configured to be able to execute the prefetching lottery in the middle of the fluctuation, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, blinking pattern data, which is information on the lighting mode of the illuminated lamp over time, which is set for each fluctuation mode, Trigger information indicating the timing of executing the prefetch lottery is included in the column, and when blinking the illuminated lamp in accordance with the contents of the illuminated lamp blinking pattern data sequence, the signal related to the timing indicated by the trigger information is displayed. At the same time as the lighting of the decoration lamp, it may be configured to execute the lottery prefetching in the middle of the change. With such a configuration, by executing the blinking pattern data that has been constructed in advance with the passage of time, it is possible to reliably execute the variation prefetching lottery at the timing intended in the design. This eliminates the need to use a timer to measure the execution timing. That is, in the sub-game control means (sub-main control unit) SM for controlling the execution timing of the effect, including the fluctuating display and the stop display of the decorative symbols, the effect execution data is constructed in advance with the passage of time. Therefore, the trigger information may be included in other data (for example, for controlling the operation of a movable body part for a so-called effect). The same merit can be enjoyed even if the trigger information is included in the (data).

  In the first modification example from the second embodiment, “BX” is set as the specific variation mode. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Side or the second main game side), the number of holds, and the like.

  Next, FIG. 45 is a flowchart of the process of executing prefetching in the middle of a variation, according to the subroutine of step 3400 (second variation 1) in FIG. 44 in the first modification example from the second embodiment. First, in step 3402, the hold look-ahead effect execution control means SM26 reads the information related to whether or not each hold on the second main game side is a trigger hold with reference to the circuit diagram hold information temporary storage means SM22b. Next, in step 3404, the hold look-ahead effect execution control means SM26 determines whether or not there is a trigger hold (a hold that has been won in the following fluctuating prefetch lottery) in the hold on the second main game side based on the read information. Determine whether or not. In the case of Yes in step 3404, in step 3406, the hold look-ahead effect execution control means SM26 determines each of the second main game side based on the hold information (whether the random number is determined) in the schematic storage information temporary storage means SM22b. Predetermine the result of the suspension. Next, in step 3408, the hold look-ahead effect production execution control means SM26 refers to the result of each hold on the second main game side determined in advance and determines whether or not there is a hold that is a big hit in the second main game hold. Is determined. In this process, it is determined whether or not there is a hold that is a big hit in order from the earliest hold in the second main game hold. It is configured to execute a prefetch lottery in the middle of the change. That is, each hold of the first main game side which is a non-priority digestion side (and which is relatively disadvantageous to the player) and a hold of the second main game side even after the earliest hold which becomes a big hit. For each hold, it is configured so that it is not possible to execute the prefetching lottery in the middle of the fluctuation, but the purpose of this configuration is that the process of performing the prefetching lottery in the middle of the fluctuation is performed at the same time as the production execution currently in progress. Since it is required to be performed in parallel and change the content of the currently performed effect execution in accordance with the lottery result, it is necessary to have immediate responsiveness. It should be supplemented that the system is configured so that the above inconsistency does not occur.

  In the case of Yes in step 3408, in step 3410, the reserved prefetching effect execution control means SM26 performs the preemptive change-in-place lottery to be won with a predetermined probability (１ ／) only for the first precedent which becomes the big hit on the second main game side. Execute for Next, at step 3412, the reserved look-ahead effect execution control means SM26 determines whether or not the earliest jackpot reservation has won the variable prefetch lottery executed at step 3410. In the case of Yes in step 3412, in step 3414, the hold look-ahead effect execution control unit SM26 sets “trigger hold” in the hold information related to the hold won in the variation halfway look-ahead lottery in the storage plan holding information temporary storage means SM22b. Is temporarily stored. Next, in step 3416, the reserved look-ahead effect execution control means SM26 rewrites the stop symbol of the decoration symbol related to the change to the special stop symbol, and proceeds to the next process (the process of step 2722). Note that also in the case of No in step 3404, step 3408, or step 3412, the processing shifts to the next processing (processing in step 2722).

  Here, the right side of the drawing is an image diagram of the prefetching effect execution during the change. This image diagram wins a change prefetch lottery executed during a change (30 seconds after the start of the change) of the main game symbol which is a specific change mode (a change mode “BX” and a change time is 40 seconds), This illustrates a case where the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is rewritten. First, at the start of the fluctuation, the symbol to be stopped of the decorative symbol is “777”. As the variation time of the decorative symbol elapses and reaches the prefetch lottery timing (30 seconds from the start of the fluctuation), the prefetch lottery in the middle of the fluctuation is executed, and the prefetch lottery during the fluctuation is won. Here, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is rewritten from "777" to "AAA" which is the special stop symbol by winning the variable prefetch lottery. Then, the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed at "AAA" which is 40 seconds from the start of the variation, which is the stop timing of the decorative symbol, and is the symbol to be stopped after rewriting. By visually recognizing the special stop symbol “AAA”, the player can know that there is a hold that becomes a big hit in the second main game hold in addition to the big hit related to the change.

  In addition, in the first modification example from the second embodiment, a configuration in which the lottery prefetching in the middle of the second main game reservation can be executed only for the hold that is a big hit is not limited to this. The special figure type that can execute the prefetch lottery (whether the first main game side is on hold or the second main game side is on hold), whether or not the hold is performed, may be appropriately changed. In addition, the winning probability of the prefetch lottery may be changed, or may be set to 1/1 (for example, if there is a big hit in the main game hold at the time of the prefetch lottery determination, the prefetch lottery is always won). In addition, even in a case where the prefetch lottery in the middle of the fluctuation can be executed only for the hold that is a big hit in the second main game reservation, the special game in which the prefetch lottery in the middle of the fluctuation becomes a specific number of rounds (for example, 16R) It may be configured to be executed only for the jackpot hold according to the above.

  With the above-described configuration, in the gaming machine according to the first modification example from the second embodiment, a specific variation mode is provided in the variation mode of the main game symbol, and the decoration symbol according to the specific variation mode is being changed. In the case of performing a prefetch lottery in the middle of the change at a predetermined timing and winning the prefetch lottery in the middle of the change, the stop display symbol of the decorative symbol in the fluctuation according to the specific fluctuation mode is replaced with a special special stop symbol (in this example, By changing (rewriting) to “AAA”, if the special stop symbol is stopped and displayed and a big hit occurs, there is a hold that becomes a big hit in the hold of the second main game side. This can create a new game property that is notified to the player.

  In addition, since it is configured to be able to execute the prefetching lottery during the fluctuation at a predetermined timing (30 seconds after the start of the fluctuation in the fluctuation of 40 seconds) during the fluctuation of the decorative symbol according to the specific fluctuation mode, the prefetch is performed at the start of the fluctuation. Compared to the case of executing the lottery, it is possible to execute the prefetch lottery even for the hold that occurred from the start of the fluctuation to the timing of the execution of the prefetch lottery during the fluctuation, and a special stop symbol that informs the high profit of the player appears Can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In the gaming machine according to the first modification example from the second embodiment, the configuration is such that the prefetching lottery process is not executed in the same gaming state (non-probability varying gaming state) as the other prefetching lottery. The present invention is not limited to this, and all the prefetch lotteries may be executed in the same game state. In such a configuration, it is desirable that the pre-reading effects be configured so as not to be continuous with each other to prevent a situation in which the player cannot recognize which pre-reading effect is being executed.

  Further, in the gaming machine according to the first modification example from the second embodiment, the prefetching lottery in the middle of the change and the other prefetching lottery (the prefetching lottery at the time of winning, the prefetching lottery at the start of the fluctuation, etc.) are executed in the same gaming state. When configured to obtain, even when the prefetching effect related to the other prefetching lottery is being executed, it is possible to execute the prefetching lottery in the middle of the fluctuation, and when the prefetching lottery in the fluctuation is won, the fluctuation It may be configured to forcibly execute a prefetch effect related to the changing midway prefetch lottery from the winning timing of the midway prefetch lottery. In addition, when the variation mode of the trigger hold related to the prefetch effect related to the other prefetch lottery is the specific change mode, a configuration may be such that the change prefetch lottery can be executed during the change related to the trigger hold. .

  Note that, in the gaming machine according to the first modification example from the second embodiment, in a case where the prefetch lottery during the change is won, only the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is changed from the winning timing of the prefetch lottery. The present invention is not limited to this, and from the winning timing, in addition to the stop symbol of the decorative symbol, the changing effect is changed to a specific effect (for example, an effect notifying that the player has won the prefetching lottery during the change). Is also good. In addition, in the case of winning the prefetching lottery in the middle of the change, not only the stop symbol (or the effect to be executed) related to the symbol change currently changing is rewritten, but also the change related to the trigger hold existing in the second main game hold. The stop symbol (or the effect to be executed) in each variation up to may be rewritten.

  In addition, the effect contents during the change relating to the specific change mode (in this example, “BX”, big hit change) become the expectation degree that the big hit hold exists in the hold or the big hit in the hold that exists in the hold. It may be configured to be determined based on the profit mode in the case of the case. For example, as in this example, when the ratio of the jackpot that shifts to the probability variation gaming state after the end of the special game is 100%, the jackpot holding existing in the holding is the holding related to the high profit jackpot (16R probability variable jackpot). In a certain case, an effect in which a boss monster appears is executed, and in the case of a hold related to a low profit big hit (2R probability variable hit), an effect in which a small fish monster appears can be executed, whereby the specific variation mode is performed. In accordance with the type of the monster appearing in the fluctuating effect according to the above, it is notified that the hold existing in the hold will be a jackpot (so-called on-hold in-house), and the profit mode in the case of on-hold in-house is notified. The effect becomes executable.

  In the case of such a configuration, from the time of the prefetching lottery winning in the middle of the change to the end of the jackpot hold existing in the second main game hold (when the loss is included, the period including the loss change) is provided to the player. Alternatively, it may be configured to execute an effect as if the player has won one special game which is a profit mode of two special games (for example, 16R × 2 and 32R). For example, the boss monster A appears as an effect during the special game according to the specific variation mode, the effect of defeating the boss monster A at the time of the change in the main game pattern after the special game is continuously displayed, and the special game related to the trigger hold is performed. By causing the boss monster B to sometimes appear, a series of effects in which the boss monster A and the boss monster B appear are performed during the period from the change according to the specific change mode to the end of the special game related to the held in-house. Therefore, it is possible to create an effect as if a big hit (for example, a 32R special game) that exceeds the profit mode of the highest profit big hit is executed in one special game for the player.

  In addition, in the case of configuring so as to be able to execute an effect of informing the held in-house, particularly when executing a special game related to the in-hold in the in-hold in the in-house, the ending effect (when the number of in-houses is increased to 10 times). (A performance that is executed only when a predetermined condition such as arrival is satisfied) is scheduled to be executed, it can be notified that the ending effect is scheduled to be executed at the time of the special game related to the hold in the hold. It may be configured as follows. In addition, as described above, the period from the special game related to the change in the specific change mode to the special game related to the hold (in this case, the hold in which the ending effect is executed) to be a big hit in the hold, , It is also possible to execute an ending effect that displays a moving image with a longer execution length than the conventional ending effect (for example, the digestion time per special game 1R is 8 seconds). In this case, at least 256 seconds of the effect execution length can be secured with 32R).

  Further, the variation mode of executing the prefetching lottery in the middle of the variation is configured so that the variation mode is selected only at the time of a big hit (for example, 16R certain-variable big hit) at which the player has the highest profit. It is determined whether or not the highest profit big hit hold exists in the hold, and if the highest profit big hit hold exists in the hold, the stop symbol in the fluctuation related to the highest profit big hit that is currently changing is changed to a special special stop symbol By configuring so that it can be changed, when the special stop symbol (the highest profit big hit) is stopped and displayed, the highest profit big hit in the fluctuation is executed, and furthermore, the on-hold casino is executed and the highest profit big hit is made. (That is, the 16R probability change jackpot is executed a plurality of times within 5 fluctuations) to the player, so that the effect (the special stop symbol is stopped) The effect) shown it is possible to increase once the excitement of the player.

  Further, in the first modification example from the second embodiment, the specific variation mode of executing the prefetching lottery in the middle of the variation can be selected only during the probability variation / time reduction game state, but is not limited thereto. For example, it may be configured such that the specific variation mode can be selected even in the time reduction / non-probability variation game state, or during the normal game, the auxiliary game is won, and the second main game start port electric accessory B11d is long. When released for a period of time (for example, 5 seconds in a row), a specific variation mode can be selected in the second main game side hold generated by a game ball entering the second main game start port B10. It may be configured as follows.

  In the gaming machine according to the first modification example from the second embodiment, the limited frequency table 2 can be referred to in the probability variation / time reduction game state, but in the non-probability variation game / time reduction game state. May also be configured to refer to the limited frequency table 2.

  In the gaming machine according to the first modification of the second embodiment, when the special stop symbol is stopped, the second main game hold is configured to have a big hit hold. For this reason, in a special game with a special stop symbol or during a change after the special game with a special stop symbol, the effect of notifying that the special game will be won again within the hold may be executed.

  In the gaming machine according to the second embodiment, the configuration is such that the prefetch lottery can be executed at the timing of holding the winning or the timing of starting the fluctuation of the main game symbol, but the timing of executing the prefetch lottery is The present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be configured such that a prefetch lottery can be executed at a timing when a game ball enters a specific area during a special game. Further, in the case of such a configuration, at the timing when the game ball enters the specific area, the game state after the end of the special game being executed (reference In the case of the ball being in the area, a probability change game state is entered, so that the hit / fail judgment is executed for all the holds, and if a jackpot hold exists in the main game hold, a look-ahead effect limited to a special game only (for example, a game) It may be configured to execute a sound effect that informs a player that there is a hold to be a big hit in the main game hold, that is, a so-called on-hold in-house announcement notice effect, etc.).

  In addition, in the case of such a configuration, the prefetching effect limited during the special game is executed when the hit / non-stop 2 which is the hit / non-stop random number delimiter information becomes a loss in the non-probability changing game state and becomes a big hit in the probability changing game state. It is desirable to be configured to obtain. By configuring in this way, the timing of the winning prize held or the start of the fluctuation of the main game symbol is determined in the win / fail break 1 which is the win / fail random number break information that becomes a big hit in any of the probability change game state and the non-probability change game state. A pending change effect that changes to a rainbow color is performed as a look-ahead effect that can be executed at the timing of, and a non-probability variation gaming state is a loss and a probability variation gaming state is a big hit. It can be configured such that a prefetching effect limited during the special game can be executed as a prefetching effect that can be executed when a game ball enters a specific area during execution, and it is appropriate that the two prefetching effects are not simultaneously executed. In addition, it is possible to execute a pre-reading effect. You can also have the meaning that effect the transition to change gaming state notifying determined)}. Also, regarding the hold which is the success / failure division 1, since a big hit occurs in both the game state of the probability variation game state and the game state of the non-probability variation game state, the reservation in-house extended announcement notice effect (for example, a rainbow color indicating that the hold is a big hit decision) Even if the game ball does not enter the specific area C22 after the execution of the effect that changes to the display of (), if there is a discrepancy in the effect (for example, if the suspension is the success / failure division 2, the game ball is displayed in the specific area C22). If the player does not enter the ball and enters the non-probability-variable game state, an appropriate look-ahead effect (particularly, an effect for notifying a jackpot determination) that does not cause a jackpot can be executed.

  In the present example, the main game content determination random number information, the pass / fail random number delimiter information, the fluctuation mode random number delimiter information, and the fluctuation mode range information are transmitted to the sub side at the timing when the hold is won. The information to be transmitted to is not limited to this, information on the stop symbol of the main game symbol, information on the profit mode of the main game symbol to be a big hit (number of rounds of the special game regarding the main game symbol to be stopped, etc.) ), The number of holds immediately after the holding prize (only the number of holds on the winning side of the first main game side or the second main game side, or the number of holds on both the first main game side and the second main game side) , Etc. may be transmitted.

  In this example, when the trigger hold is present in the main game hold, the prefetch lottery is not executed. However, the condition for not executing the prefetch lottery is not limited to this. If there is a hold that has a fluctuation time longer than a predetermined time within the hold, or if there is a hold that causes a reach change (a change in the main game design that will execute the reach effect), a prefetch lottery is performed. It may be configured not to execute.

  In addition, as a configuration of the gaming machine according to the present example, during a single change of the main game symbol, after repeatedly performing “temporary stop display of left / middle / right symbol → re-variation (so-called pseudo-variation)” a plurality of times, A configuration in which by stopping a game symbol, it is possible to execute a pseudo continuous variation, which is an effect technique for showing a player as if the main game symbol fluctuated a plurality of times during one variation of the main game symbol. May be. In addition, in the case of such a configuration, during the execution of the look-ahead effect, the pseudo-continuous fluctuation is not executed as the effect during the fluctuation related to the hold that is digested before the trigger hold, but as the effect during the change related to the trigger hold. You may comprise so that pseudo continuous fluctuation | variation can be performed.

In the present example, the lottery timing of the prefetch lottery is set to the time of occurrence of the suspension, the start of the fluctuation, and the midway of the fluctuation, but the lottery timing of the prefetch lottery is not limited to this, and may be executed at the following timing.
抽 Lottery timing of prefetch lottery ≫
-When the main game symbol stops changing (temporary stop or confirmation display)-When the sub input button is pressed-When the hold is exhausted-When the fluctuation of the main game symbol in the predetermined fluctuation mode starts, during the fluctuation, or when the fluctuation stops

In this example, as the execution mode of the look-ahead effect, two effects of changing the hold display mode and executing the background effect are configured to be executed, and both of the two effects are executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the execution mode of the prefetching effect may be configured as follows.
実 行 Execution mode of look-ahead effect 演
-There are a plurality of types of pre-reading effects, but only one is executed (one effect is not won in one pre-fetching lottery).
When the pre-reading effect is being executed, the same type of pre-reading effect is not drawn, but a different type of pre-reading effect can be drawn (can be executed).
-If the pre-reading effect is being executed and if the same type of pre-reading effect is won, it is assumed that a different type of pre-reading effect has been won (change the pre-reading effect).
-Determine the prefetching effect that can be executed based on the game state.
The prefetch effect that can be executed is determined based on the variation mode selection pattern (if the variation mode selection pattern differs depending on the limited frequency, the prefetch effect that can be executed differs).
A plurality of types of prefetching effects are randomly selected at a certain timing (only one type of prefetching effect is selected at other timings).

(Third embodiment)
Here, as one form of the pre-reading effect, a part of certain character information is displayed for each change started from the time when the trigger hold is generated to the time when the trigger hold is consumed, and the character information displayed for each change is displayed. It is also possible to execute an effect such that certain character information (for example, a word indicating the degree of expectation of the jackpot of the trigger hold) is completed.

  In this case, the hold look-ahead effect execution control means SM26 stores the logo step-up notice effect basic table (not shown) referred to when selecting one character information from a plurality of character information, and information on the hold look-ahead result. A look-ahead logo step-up notice effect selection table (not shown) which is referred to to determine the timing for displaying one character information based on the timing, and the timing for displaying one character information within one variation period of the decorative pattern And a normal logo step-up announcement effect selection table (not shown) which is referred to to determine the above.

Here, Table 1 is an example of a logo step-up notice effect basic table (not shown) provided in the hold look-ahead effect production execution control means SM26. As can be seen from this table, one piece of character information does not make sense as a single piece of information such as "C" or "Ance", but by displaying a plurality of pieces of character information continuously for a certain period of time. Is configured to make sense as specific information such as English words (for example, by displaying "C", "H", and "Ance" successively, the English word "CHANCE" is formed) Is done). However, this is only an example, and if specific information can be configured, the character information does not depend on the language, and a graphic or a color may be used instead of a character word. In this example, the logo step-up notice effect basic table (not shown) included in the hold look-ahead effect production control means SM26 is configured to be the same as this table, but is configured as a separate table. You may. In this case, different character information may be displayed as specific information, or the same specific information may be displayed with different character information (for example, “CH”, “CH”). An English word "CHANCE" may be formed by successively displaying "AN" and "CE".

Table 2 is an example of a look-ahead logo step-up notice effect selection table (not shown). As can be seen from this table, in this example, one character information in the table of Table 2 is continuously displayed based on the information on the pending prefetch result, so that the information is meaningful as specific information. (For example, over the symbol change of the number of holdings three times, in each change, "C" is displayed for the first holding, "H" for the second holding, and "ANC" for the third holding. At the time of digestion of the third hold, the English word "CHANCE" is composed). In this example, the pseudo-continuous logo step-up notice effect selection table (not shown) included in the hold look-ahead effect production execution control means SM26 is configured to be the same as the present table. May be configured. In this case, different character information may be displayed as specific information, or the same character information may be displayed at different display timings. On the other hand, by displaying "C" and "H" in the first pseudo fluctuation and "ANC" in the second pseudo fluctuation, the English word "CHANCE" is formed at the time of the two pseudo fluctuations. It may be configured as follows. Also, although the normal logo step-up notice effect selection table is not shown, one character information is continuously transmitted within one symbol change period in a normal symbol change (a situation in which a reserved look-ahead change or a pseudo change does not occur). It is added that the table is referred to for display.

  Next, FIG. 46 is an operation diagram of the look-ahead logo step-up notice effect. First, when a trigger hold occurs in the fourth hold, the hold look-ahead effect production execution control means SM26 performs a logo step in the first to fourth hold so that the effect is completed when the trigger hold stored in the fourth hold is completed. The character information relating to the up notice effect is determined and stored in the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b (first stage in FIG. 46). Next, after the trigger hold occurs, the symbol change related to the first hold is started, and at the same time, the first hold character information “C” stored in the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b is displayed in the display area SG10. Will be displayed. Further, at the same time when the character information related to the first hold is output, the character information related to the second hold, the third hold, and the fourth hold stored in the background effect related information temporary storage means SM23b are respectively immediately before. The data is shifted to the storage area (the second row in FIG. 46). In the same process, when the process proceeds until the trigger is held down (from the third stage to the fifth stage in FIG. 46), “C”, “H”, “E”, “RRY!” Is output. In this example, after the character information related to a specific hold is output, when the next hold is displayed and the next character information is output, the previous character information is erased. However, it is not limited to this. In that case, the displayed character information may be left until the character information related to the trigger hold is output after the character information related to the specific hold is output.

  According to this example, specific character information such as a word is divided into a plurality of character parts, and these character parts are divided and displayed over a plurality of symbol variations, so that all character parts are displayed. In the stage where the character information is constructed, the meaning of the notice display can be reliably transmitted to the player by the character information, and at the stage where all the character parts are not displayed, various notice displays are displayed. Since the player can imagine the possibility, it is possible to improve the interest of the game. In addition, since the character parts can be selected so that the effect is completed when the trigger hold is completed, the character information can be easily converted into the character parts by the number of times until the trigger hold including the trigger hold is completed. . In this example, the character parts can be selected so that the effect is completed when the trigger is held down, but the present invention is not limited to this. In such a case, a lottery table for selecting character parts for each holding and depletion up to the trigger holding and depletion may be provided so that character parts can be selected by lottery at each deferred and depleted (for example, In the example of FIG. 46, the lottery table is configured so that “CH” or “CHE” can be selected as well as “C” as the first character information on hold).

(Fourth embodiment)
Here, although different from this example, the variation pattern table may be configured so that the variation table selection value number is shared within the same group regardless of the game situation.

The point here is that the variation pattern table is configured so that the variation table selection value number is shared within the same group regardless of the game situation. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 47, the variation pattern table includes a departure table shown in FIG. 47A and a hit table shown in FIG. The missed table is referred to when the number of reserved balls is less than a predetermined number (for example, less than three), and is referred to when the number of reserved balls is equal to or more than a predetermined number (for example, three or more). It is composed of a normal game (B) time table, a probability fluctuation time table and a fluctuation shortening time table, and has a plurality of fluctuation patterns (for example, the expected degree of hit is the same or the expected degree is relatively close to each other). Variance patterns) are grouped, and regardless of the game situation, each group is configured so that the effect determination random numbers in the same range correspond (the number of variability table selection values is made common) (however, the group For each variation pattern in the above, the effect determination random numbers in a different range depending on the game situation correspond). For example, when comparing the normal game (A) time table and the time reduction game time table, all of them are configured to have the effect determination random numbers in the same range (0 to 180) in the group A. However, with respect to the fluctuation patterns 1 and 2 belonging to the group A, the effect determination random numbers in different ranges correspond depending on the game situation. In addition, in the case of the hit table, the effect determination random numbers in the same range are configured within the group regardless of the game state. However, unlike the out-of-office table, the game state is determined for all the variation patterns belonging to the group. , The effect determination random numbers in the same range correspond. By adopting the above configuration, even if the game status changes after the hold information is transmitted to the display control device 200, if the hold display corresponding to the group is performed, the switching frequency is reduced.

(Fifth embodiment)
Although not particularly shown in the present example, a configuration in which a small hit can be won may be employed. Here, the small hit is a hit on the main game side, and by winning the small hit, a predetermined opening end condition (for example, a predetermined number of balls entering the special winning opening or a predetermined opening pattern This is a unit game in which a special winning opening is opened (or opened and closed) only once until the end is satisfied. Further, the game state (especially, the main game winning probability, the auxiliary game winning probability, and the auxiliary game varying time) does not change when the small hit occurs. In addition, in the same opening mode (or substantially the same) as the opening mode of the big winning opening due to the small hit (for example, opening for 0.5 second → closing for 1.0 second → opening for 0.5 second → closing), It may be equipped with a big hit that opens up. Further, by changing the opening time and the number of times of opening of the special winning opening during the special game, even if the number of rounds to be executed is the same as the big hit, a large winning (the opening of the special winning opening) in which the expected value of the acquired winning prize ball number is large. The time is long, for example, a 16R jackpot that performs opening for up to 30 seconds 16 times, and the jackpot where the expected value of the acquired prize balls is small (the opening time of the special winning opening is short, for example, 8 seconds for opening for up to 30 seconds). It may be configured such that there is a round and a 16R big hit in which opening is performed eight times for a maximum of 0.5 seconds, and a big hit in which it is expected to obtain a payout of substantially 8R).

(Sixth embodiment)
Although not specifically illustrated in this example, a prefetching effect related to hit holding (for example, an effect that is continuously performed over one or a plurality of symbol variations, and at the time when the effect is performed) Until all existing holds are exhausted, the effect of performing an effect of notifying a jackpot in advance at a predetermined timing before the symbol change is completed, that is, a jackpot notice effect, etc., at the time of completion of each hold, Of the existing reservations, the variation of all the reservations scheduled to be consumed before the hit reservation is not the variation relating to the reach effect. " In such a configuration, despite the occurrence of a hold look-ahead effect (especially an effect with a high expectation that a jackpot hold exists, such as a jackpot notice effect), a loss may occur due to fluctuations in the reach effect. Can be prevented. Note that, when the hit hold occurs, if the hold look-ahead effect is not to be executed, thereafter, the hold look-ahead effect related to the hit hold is executed at each timing such as a change start before the hit hold. You may be comprised so that it can judge whether or not. In the case of such a configuration, the opportunity to execute the reserved look-ahead effect is increased, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game (for example, when the reserved look-ahead effect is not executed because the above-described condition is not satisfied) Also, by fulfilling the hold in the hold, which is a variation mode related to the reach effect, the condition is satisfied, and the hold look-ahead effect can be executed.)

(Seventh embodiment)
Although not particularly shown in this example, during the special game, the contents and / or the result of the effect executed after the end of the special game are read in advance by referring to the random numbers temporarily stored in the holding means. In addition, it may be configured to be able to execute a notice to notify or suggest during the special game that there is or is likely to hit the hold. In such a case, when compared with a mode in which a notice is executed only when a hit random number is acquired as in the prior art, there is a case where a random number related to a big hit exists in the items held before shifting to the special game. In addition, it is possible to execute the advance notice, and to execute the advance notice even when there is a random number in which a variation mode that is likely to be lost but has a high possibility of a big hit is selected.

  Furthermore, at a plurality of timings during the special game, the contents and / or results of the effect executed after the end of the special game are read in advance with respect to the random numbers with reference to the random numbers temporarily stored in the holding means at each timing, In a case where the availability and / or content of the notice is determined at each timing, an effect is obtained in that the transition of the hold information during the special game can be reflected in the notice.

(Eighth embodiment)
In addition, although not particularly shown in this example, the effect is performed in conjunction with the change of the symbol of the auxiliary game symbol, and as the effect result, any of the game result of the auxiliary game side and the game result of the main game side A roulette effect that can notify or suggest the above may be configured to be executable. In this case, at the time of executing the roulette effect, the game result of the main game side can be notified or suggested in a manner independent of the fluctuation mode of the main game symbol, and as a result, the main By notifying or suggesting a game result on the game side, a variety of effects is created. Further, when the roulette effect is configured to be executed in a manner independent of the fluctuation mode of the main game symbol, a plurality of roulette effects are performed during a period from when the main game symbol starts changing one symbol and ends. As a result that can be executed, it is possible to create a further aspect of the effect.

  Furthermore, in the case where the execution availability of the roulette effect is determined based on the number of holds on the first main game side, for example, when the frequency of execution of the roulette effect is increased in a situation where the number of holds is small, However, even if the gaseous production related to the design change of the first main game symbol (the production that plays the role of merely enlivening) is reduced, the amusement of the production is not reduced for the player, and the game on the auxiliary game side is performed. Since it is possible to have an expectation that the result will be won, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

  Further, when determining whether or not to execute the roulette effect, the symbol fluctuation state of the main game symbol (the symbol fluctuation state of the decorative symbol executed in conjunction with the symbol fluctuation of the main game symbol) and the symbol fluctuation state are executed in conjunction with the symbol fluctuation state. Considering the execution status of various effects that are performed, if these conditions are situations that should be watched for by the player, if the execution of the roulette effect is canceled or the execution frequency is reduced, the player Makes it possible to execute a roulette effect without impairing the visibility of desired information.

  Further, when the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d is configured to be able to execute an opening / closing operation that is substantially the same as the opening / closing mode that is not the special opening / closing mode when executing the special opening / closing mode, the player is provided with an auxiliary game. After the symbol is stopped and displayed, the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d is in the special opening / closing mode only by visually recognizing that the opening mode of the second main game starting port electric accessory B11d has performed the opening / closing operation. As a result of the configuration in which it is difficult to determine whether or not the game is being executed, it is possible to further improve the interest of the roulette effect using the period in which the determination is difficult.

(Ninth embodiment)
Further, in the above example, as the prefetch effect, the display mode of the hold is changed so that an effect indicating the expectation degree of the jackpot of the hold can be executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. It may be configured to be able to execute an effect indicating the degree of expectation of the big hit related to the suspension.

  For example, FIG. 48 and FIG. 49 show an example of a special hold display determination table for determining a display mode of an effect suggesting a jackpot expectation degree related to a hold other than the hold. Here, in the figure, “Lmax” is the reliability of the hold having the maximum reliability level among the holds other than the “special hold” for which the special hold display is to be performed. “Lt” is the reliability of “special hold” scheduled to be displayed as special hold. As described above, in the present example, attention is paid to the difference between Lmax and Lt, that is, whether or not there is another hold with a higher reliability than the special hold reliability. It is configured to determine the content. Specifically, in this example, the configuration is as follows. First, when the reliability of the special reservation is higher than any of the reliability of the other reservations, "↑" is displayed. In particular, if the difference between the reliability of the special hold and the highest reliability among the other holds is the maximum value, a "↑↑" is displayed to indicate that the reliability is high. You. Next, if the reliability of the special hold is the same as the maximum value of the reliability of any other hold, in addition to “↑” indicating that the special hold itself has the highest reliability, One or both of “←” and “→” indicating that the reliability of suspension is the same is displayed. Here, the direction of the displayed arrow points toward the direction where the hold with high reliability exists. For example, when the special hold is the second special hold and the first hold is high, “←” is displayed. When the special hold is the second special hold, “←” is displayed. If the hold is in the fourth place, “→” is displayed. If the special hold is in the second place and the hold with high reliability exists in the first and fourth places, "←" and "→" are displayed. As described above, when a high-reliability hold is present, a scalar display (for example, when the reliability is high, the color of the hold display is changed or changed according to the reliability when the high-reliability hold is present). In contrast to the execution of the display, a vector display indicating, directly or indirectly, the reservation with high reliability from a certain reservation (in this example, the special reservation) is executed. Further, a scalar display is executed in that the number of → is changed according to the reliability. Next, if the reliability of the special hold is smaller than any of the other trusts, one or both of ← and → indicating the direction in which the hold with the highest reliability exists is displayed. You. In particular, when the difference between the reliability of the highest reliability and the reliability of the special reservation is the maximum value, one of “←←” and “→→” indicating high reliability is indicated. One or both are displayed.

  In this example, it is configured to determine whether or not the special hold is possible based on the look-ahead information of the variation mode and the content thereof.However, the present invention is not limited to this. Alternatively, it may be configured to determine whether or not the special hold is to be performed and the content of the special hold based on a combination of these and the variation mode. Further, the special hold display forms “→” and “←” are merely examples, and other display forms, such as a special hold display form (for example, a shape) and a change in color (scalar display). May have a vector-like meaning. For example, if a hold (special hold) becomes the first form (for example, red), it means that a hold that is digested earlier has a more reliable hold, When a certain hold (special hold) is changed to the second form (for example, blue), it means that there is a hold with high reliability in the hold that is digested later.

  Next, the operation of this example will be described with reference to the drawings.

(Hide special hold without trigger hold → Special hold display)
First, FIG. 50 is an operation diagram when a trigger hold can be performed when a hold (L4) with high reliability exists. Here, the upper part is a diagram showing a state on the effect display device SG, and the lower part is a diagram showing the temporary storage contents of the schematic storage hold information temporary storage means SM22b. In this example, since the trigger hold is the target of the “special hold display”, first, the display form of the trigger hold itself is a special hold display form different from the normal display form. Since the hold (L4) higher than the trigger hold reliability (L3) exists before the trigger hold that is the target of the special hold display, an additional special hold display is displayed on the special hold display. A certain “←” is displayed. With these displays, the player first has a sense of expectation when the third hold is consumed because the hold related to the third hold is the special hold display. Further, since “←” is present on the hold display relating to the third hold, the player can determine whether the first hold or the second hold that is digested before the third hold is the third hold. It will recognize that there is a more reliable hold than the eye hold. As described above, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation from the stage before the third special hold display is consumed.

(Special hold display → Correction of special hold display due to status change)
Next, FIG. 51 is an operation diagram in a case where a change from the situation of FIG. 50 is caused by further holding (L4) with high reliability. In this example, the additional special hold display added above the third special hold display changes to “←” (up) and “→” (down). By this display change, the player can confirm that the first hold or the second hold that is digested before the third hold has a hold with higher reliability than the third hold. At the same time, the user recognizes that the fourth hold has a hold with higher reliability than the third hold. Note that, in this example, if a different variation mode is selected depending on the number of reserved balls even with the same random number, the result of pre-reading may be different. Even in such a case, if the situation changes, updating the pre-reading result and correcting the special hold display can prevent the discrepancy between the special hold display content and the actual result Becomes

(Hide special hold in the presence of trigger hold → Special hold display)
Next, FIG. 52 is an operation diagram when the special hold display is not performed even when the trigger hold is performed, but the special hold display condition is satisfied when the special hold display condition is satisfied. First, when the trigger hold of the reliability L4 is performed as the second hold, the special hold display condition is satisfied, but the third hold that does not yet exist as the hold on which the special hold is displayed is selected. Is not executed. Under such circumstances, since the third hold is completed, the reserved special hold display is displayed on the third hold. Here, since the reliability of the third hold is L1, “←” is displayed as an additional special hold display. Thus, in the case of this example, the internal processing is completely different, but the display is exactly the same as that of FIG. If the trigger hold is exhausted after the trigger hold can be performed without further holding, the special hold display is not executed.

  According to this example, when a hold is present, the pachinko gaming machine that pre-reads the content of the random number related to the hold and then notifies or suggests the result of the pre-reading to the player, and displays a certain hold on a normal hold display A special hold display is performed separately or in place of the normal hold display, and the special hold display is used to compare the content of the random number related to the certain hold with the content of the random number related to the hold other than the certain hold. Since the special hold display is made, when the special hold display is made, the expectation is not given only to the hold related to the special hold display in the past gaming machines, but the special hold display With respect to other holds, the look-ahead is also indirectly applied to other holds in the form of an added expectation or a reduced expectation based on the hold related to the special hold display. The an effect that is possible to inform or suggest to the player.

  Further, when performing the special hold identification information display, the first step of determining the hold to be displayed for the special hold identification information, the content of a random number related to the hold to be displayed for the special hold identification information, and the special hold A second step of comparing the content of the random number related to the hold other than the hold to be displayed with the identification information, and determining the special hold identification information displayed on the hold identification information display means based on the comparison result; Since the processing is executed in order, the processing for determining the hold to be displayed for the special hold identification information determines whether the content of the random number related to the hold from the main control unit satisfies a predetermined condition. There is an effect that the determination can be made only by the determination process.

  Further, when performing the special hold identification information display, the first step of determining a certain hold that is not to be displayed as the special hold identification information with reference to the content of the random number related to the hold from the main control unit side. After comparing the content of the random number related to the hold with the random number related to the hold to be displayed as the special hold identification information, the special hold identification information to be displayed on the hold identification information display unit is determined based on the comparison result. Since the processing is executed in the order of the second step, there is an effect that, as compared with the above aspect, the control of the degree of reliability in other reservations can be easily performed. That is, in the present mode, when the special hold identification information is displayed, when a hold serving as a trigger (a hold that triggers the display of the special hold identification information) is temporarily stored, the special hold identification information is stored for the hold serving as the trigger. Done. In this case, the content of the special hold display identification information is determined based on the content of the hold other than the hold that becomes the trigger. However, for example, when the jackpot probability is about 1/300 and the selection probability of the highly reliable variation mode (super reach) is about 1/100, for example, the hold other than the trigger hold is more than the trigger hold. However, the frequency with which a high-reliability hold exists is not so high. Therefore, in the above-described embodiment, in many cases, the degree of expectation is high for the hold on which the special hold identification information is displayed, but the degree of expectation is low for holds other than this hold. The content is also such content (that is, special pending identification information indicating that the other reserved balls have low reliability). On the other hand, in the present embodiment, when the special hold identification information is displayed, when the hold serving as a trigger (hold which triggers the display of the special hold identification information) is temporarily stored, the special hold identification information is held for the hold serving as the trigger. Instead, special hold identification information is given for holds other than this hold. Therefore, in this embodiment, in many cases, the degree of expectation does not increase for the hold on which the special hold identification information is displayed, but a hold with a high degree of expectation (a hold serving as a trigger) exists in any of the holds other than this hold. As a result, the content of the special hold identification information to be displayed also becomes such a content (that is, special hold identification information indicating that a high-reliability ball exists in another hold ball).

  Further, in a situation where the special hold identification information is displayed on the hold identification information display means, when a new random number is temporarily stored in the hold means of the main control unit, the display of the special hold identification information is performed. Since the configuration is such that the rewriting process of the mode is executed, it is possible to cope with a case where the display content of the previous special hold identification information needs to be revised due to a subsequent situation change.

  In this example, if the trigger hold presence flag is ON, that is, if there is at least one trigger hold during the hold, even if a new hold that can be a trigger hold is made, However, a special hold display target hold different from the special hold display target hold already determined is not determined. That is, in this example, the trigger hold and the special hold display target hold are configured in a one-to-one correspondence. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and may be configured as one-to-many, many-to-one, or many-to-many.

(Tenth embodiment)
In addition, as one form of the reservation look-ahead production, it is also possible to execute a production suggesting a reach production at the time of trigger suspension digestion.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 53, the operation of the hold look-ahead effect that suggests the reach effect at the time of trigger hold digestion will be described. First, FIG. 53 shows an example of display contents on the effect display device SG. Hereinafter, description will be made in chronological order. The numbers assigned to the reservations in the table indicate the digestion order.

  First, at the start of the first (fluctuation 1) fluctuation, there are four reservations on the first game side and two reservations on the second game side (“fluctuation 1-1”). Under such circumstances, a hold that satisfies the trigger hold condition is temporarily stored as the third hold (the seventh change order) on the second game side. Incidentally, this trigger suspension is a suspension in which the variation mode “A4-4” is displayed during digestion. In this example, a button operation by the player is required as a notice display condition, and when the button operation is neglected, the trigger hold variation mode may be forcibly replaced with a lower grade. It is assumed that all the players have properly operated the buttons in accordance with the instructions. Then, the first (variation 1) variation ends.

By the way, since the trigger hold is temporarily stored at the time of the first fluctuation, it is determined that the advance notice is displayed stepwise when the hold is exhausted before the trigger hold. In this example, since the variation of the trigger hold is “A4-4” and the value of the random number for determining whether or not to be notified / content is “10”, “X ₁ (three previous triggers)” is set as the continuous notice content. → X ₂ (two before trigger hold) → X ₃ (one before trigger hold) → X ₄ (trigger hold) ”is selected (see FIG. 54). However, since the fluctuations 2 to 4 are not the target fluctuations of the continuous advance display, no advance display is performed as shown in FIG.

Then, the trigger hold three corresponding fifth variation before ( "fluctuation 5"), the first predictive display X ₁ is executed. At this time, since “X ₁ ” is displayed as a notice, the player can execute “Super Reach B in which X ₁ appears” with the change, or “X ₂ appears in a later hold” It recognizes that “super reach B” having a degree of reliability equal to or higher than “super reach B to be performed” is executed (if it is not the case). It should be noted that the player watches the effect while hoping for the latter in terms of higher reliability. Then, in the fluctuation "super reach B, X ₁ is appearing" is not performed, the variation of the fifth ends. At this point, the notice is if not Gase will determine that in hold After this a more reliable "super reach B X ₂ is appeared""super reach B" is executed.

Then, in the trigger hold two corresponding sixth variation before ( "fluctuation 6"), predictive display X ₂ a second time is performed. At this time, since “X ₂ ” is displayed as a notice, the player can execute “Super Reach B in which X ₂ appears” with the change, or “X ₃ appears in a later hold” It recognizes that “super reach B” having a degree of reliability equal to or higher than “super reach B to be performed” is executed (if it is not the case). Then, in the fluctuation "super reach B, which appeared X _2" is not executed, the variation of the sixth ends. At this point, the notice is if not Gase will determine that in hold After this a more reliable "super reach B X ₃ is appeared""super reach B" is executed.

Then, in the trigger hold one previous corresponding seventh variation (the "fluctuation 7"), the third-time predictive display X ₃ is executed. At this time, since “X ₃ ” is displayed as a notice, the player can execute “Super Reach B in which X ₃ appears” with the change, or “X ₄ appears in a later hold” It recognizes that “super reach B” having a degree of reliability equal to or higher than “super reach B to be performed” is executed (if it is not the case). Then, in the fluctuation "super reach B, which appeared X _3" is not executed, the variation of the seventh ends. At this point, the notice is if not Gase will determine that in hold After this a more reliable "super reach B X ₄ is appeared""super reach B" is executed.

Then, in the fluctuation of the eighth corresponding to trigger pending ( "fluctuation 8"), fourth-time predictive display X ₄ of runs. At this time, since “X ₄ ” is displayed as a notice, the player may execute “Super Reach B in which X ₄ appears” due to the change, or “X ₅ appears in a later hold” It recognizes that “super reach B” having a degree of reliability equal to or higher than “super reach B to be performed” is executed (if it is not the case). Then, is executed ( "fluctuation 8-3") in the variation "super reach B where X ₄ is appeared", the symbol "333" stops per.

  In this way, when the trigger is held, the continuous notice can be executed at the time of the change performed before or before the trigger hold is exhausted, and at the time of the continuous notice, the content of the trigger hold, particularly when the change based on the trigger hold is performed, Is configured to be notified or suggested stepwise (in a step-up manner) across a plurality of pending digestions at the time of the pending digestion before or before the trigger pending. Unlike previous announcements related to reliability, the contents of the effect of the trigger hold can be grasped concretely, and the information corresponding to the fluctuation mode with low reliability is reported or suggested in order from the one corresponding to the variation mode with low reliability. This has the effect that it is possible to gradually increase the sense of expectation up to the change related to the trigger suspension.

  Furthermore, if the execution of the sub-production is determined based on the pre-judgment result and the number of pending balls, if there is insufficient number of reservations to notify or suggest step by step, ineffective sub-production Is performed, and the processing load can be reduced.

  Further, even when the execution of the sub-effect is determined, if the player does not operate the operation information output means, the sub-effect is not executed, and the content of the main effect at the time of trigger suspension is changed to a special game according to the operation state of the player. In the case where it is configured to be able to be forcibly replaced with one having a low degree of expectation of transition, there is an effect that the operation of the operation information output means is promoted, so that the player can be more involved in the game.

(Eleventh embodiment)
In addition, when receiving the hold information command from the main control board M and displaying the hold information, if there is a hit or a game status switching timing before the hold, the hold information is ignored. You may. With such a configuration, when the fluctuation result and the fluctuation mode are notified in advance, when the transition from the probability fluctuation game state to the non-probability fluctuation game state or when the time reduction game state ends, the fluctuation notified in advance is performed. It is possible to prevent the player from notifying the player that the result and / or variation mode is different from the actual variation result and / or variation mode, which disappoints the player. As a result, it is possible to reliably prevent troubles between the game store and the player caused by performing display that disappoints expectations.

Note that the above-described embodiment is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when performing a pre-reading effect, the effect is switched (for example, when a predetermined number of changes is reached during ST, the variation mode is changed). (Switching the table to be referred to to determine)) When there is a situation, by not performing the prefetching effect across the switching of the effect, the switching of the effect and the prefetching effect intersect to confuse the player. You may comprise so that it may prevent. Conversely, when the pre-reading effect is executed across the switching of the effect, it may be configured such that the big hit expectation is high in the fluctuation related to the suspension that triggered the effect. In addition, with respect to the reserved in-villa announcement notice effect, during the execution of the special game relating to the first hit (the big hit in the non-time-saving game state), a hold that becomes a big hit in the hold (for example, a hold that is the win / fail break 1). Even if it is present, a hold that is a big hit exists in the hold during the execution (or fluctuating) of the special game related to the big hit in the time reduction game state without executing the held in-house announcement notice effect. Only in this case, it may be configured to be able to execute the on-hold in-house announcement notice effect.

(Summary)
The following concepts can be extracted (listed) based on the configuration shown in the above embodiment. However, the concepts listed below are merely examples, and the concepts based on the further configurations shown in the above-described embodiments are added to these concepts, as well as combining and separating (listing the higher-level concepts) of these listed concepts. You may.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (1)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), before the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, Due to the execution of the special game related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information, it is configured to be able to satisfy the transition condition of the game state,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (2)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
When the change display of the identification information is started until the stop display is set as one unit, and when the number of repetitions of the one unit reaches a predetermined number after a certain game state, a transition condition of the game state is set. After transmitting the pre-reading information on a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) until the change display start condition of the identification information on the certain hold is satisfied. In addition, due to the execution of the unit related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, it is configured to be able to reach the predetermined number of times,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to the concept (3) is:
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), before the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, Due to the execution of the special game related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information, it is configured to be able to satisfy the transition condition of the game state,
The number of divisions in the specific determination range is greater than the number of divisions in the plurality of determination ranges when in the first game state, and is greater than the number of divisions in the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the second game state. , The number of classifications in the specific determination range is configured to be larger,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (4)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
When the change display of the identification information is started until the stop display is set as one unit, and when the number of repetitions of the one unit reaches a predetermined number after a certain game state, a transition condition of the game state is set. After transmitting the pre-reading information on a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) until the change display start condition of the identification information on the certain hold is satisfied. In addition, due to the execution of the unit related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, it is configured to be able to reach the predetermined number of times,
The number of divisions in the specific determination range is greater than the number of divisions in the plurality of determination ranges when in the first game state, and is greater than the number of divisions in the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the second game state. , The number of classifications in the specific determination range is configured to be larger,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (5)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), before the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, Due to the execution of the special game related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information, it is configured to be able to satisfy the transition condition of the game state,
In any of the plurality of determination ranges in a certain gaming state, if any of the candidates for the variation display mode of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, the certain determination is performed. The configuration is such that the expected degree of execution of a special game is relatively higher than when any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the determination range different from the range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, And, when the second gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state, the number of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range when in the first gaming state is larger than the number of the random number. It is configured such that the number of values of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range when in the two game state is smaller,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (6)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
When the change display of the identification information is started until the stop display is set as one unit, and when the number of repetitions of the one unit reaches a predetermined number after a certain game state, a transition condition of the game state is set. After transmitting the pre-reading information on a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) until the change display start condition of the identification information on the certain hold is satisfied. In addition, due to the execution of the unit related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, it is configured to be able to reach the predetermined number of times,
In any of the plurality of determination ranges in a certain gaming state, if any of the candidates for the variation display mode of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, the certain determination is performed. The configuration is such that the expected degree of execution of a special game is relatively higher than when any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the determination range different from the range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, And, when the second gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state, the number of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range when in the first gaming state is larger than the number of the random number. It is configured such that the number of values of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range when in the two game state is smaller,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (7)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), before the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, Due to the execution of the special game related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information, it is configured to be able to satisfy the transition condition of the game state,
In any of the plurality of determination ranges in a certain game state, when any of the candidates for the variation display mode of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, the certain determination is performed. The configuration is such that the expected degree of execution of a special game is relatively higher than when any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the determination range different from the range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, And, when the second gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state, the number of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range in the second gaming state is larger than the number of the random number. It is configured such that the number of values of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range when in one game state is smaller,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (8)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
When the change display of the identification information is started until the stop display is set as one unit, and when the number of repetitions of the one unit reaches a predetermined number after a certain game state, a transition condition of the game state is set. After transmitting the pre-reading information on a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) until the change display start condition of the identification information on the certain hold is satisfied. In addition, due to the execution of the unit related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, it is configured to be able to reach the predetermined number of times,
In any of the plurality of determination ranges in a certain game state, when any of the candidates for the variation display mode of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, the certain determination is performed. The configuration is such that the expected degree of execution of a special game is relatively higher than when any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the determination range different from the range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, And, when the second gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state, the number of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range in the second gaming state is larger than the number of the random number. It is configured such that the number of values of the random number that can be included in the certain determination range when in one game state is smaller,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (9)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), before the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, Due to the execution of the special game related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information, it is configured to be able to satisfy the transition condition of the game state,
When the variable display start condition of the identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, a validity determination is performed based on the random number related to the certain hold, and the variable display mode and the stop identification information of the identification information are determined based on the validity determination result. It is configured to be determined, and the result of the determination of the success or failure is configured to be different between the first gaming state and the second gaming state,
Prior to satisfying a variable display start condition of identification information relating to a certain hold, a determination result based on the random number related to the certain hold in the first game state and the random number related to the certain hold in the second game state The information on which both the determination result based on the information is determined, and the information on which the type of the stop identification information can be determined when the determined determination result is a winning, are configured as the pre-reading information,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

The pachinko gaming machine according to the concept (10) is:
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
When the change display of the identification information is started until the stop display is set as one unit, and when the number of repetitions of the one unit reaches a predetermined number after a certain game state, a transition condition of the game state is set. After transmitting the pre-reading information on a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) until the change display start condition of the identification information on the certain hold is satisfied. In addition, due to the execution of the unit related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, it is configured to be able to reach the predetermined number of times,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, The information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG) is configured to be able to output,
When outputting the production-related information indicating or notifying the existence of a certain hold, the hold look-ahead information when the first condition regarding the certain hold is satisfied or the hold look-ahead information when the second condition is satisfied is used. First effect-related information that can satisfy the predetermined condition by being specific information, and hold look-ahead information when the first condition regarding the certain hold is satisfied or hold look-ahead information when the second condition is satisfied A pachinko gaming machine characterized in that it is configured to be able to output, even if the information is not the specific information, the second effect-related information that can satisfy the predetermined condition.

The pachinko gaming machine according to the concept (11) is:
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
When the change display of the identification information is started until the stop display is set as one unit, and when the number of repetitions of the one unit reaches a predetermined number after a certain game state, a transition condition of the game state is set. After transmitting the pre-reading information on a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) until the change display start condition of the identification information on the certain hold is satisfied. In addition, due to the execution of the unit related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, it is configured to be able to reach the predetermined number of times,
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, The information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG) is configured to be able to output,
When outputting the production-related information indicating or notifying the existence of a certain hold, the change mode of the identification information related to the hold that satisfies the change display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold is changed for a predetermined time or more. The pachinko gaming machine is configured to satisfy the predetermined condition in a case where the variation mode is not to be the variation time.

The pachinko gaming machine according to this concept (12)
A starting port (for example, a first main game starting port A10) into which a game ball can enter;
An identification information display unit (for example, a first main game symbol display unit A21g) capable of changing and stopping the display of the identification information;
An information output unit capable of outputting information (for example, effect display device SG);
A main game unit (for example, main control board M) for controlling the progress of the game,
A sub-game unit (for example, a sub-control board S) for controlling information output to an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG);
The main game section (for example, main control board M)
Random number acquisition means (for example, random number acquisition determination execution means MJ20) for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port (for example, the first main game starting port A10);
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining means (for example, the random number obtaining determination executing means MJ20), the obtained random number is temporarily stored until the condition for starting the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, and control is performed so that a hold occurs. Random number temporary storage means (for example, hold control means MJ30);
In the case where a condition for starting a variable display of identification information related to a certain hold is satisfied, identification information display content determining means (for example, a game game) for determining a change display mode and stop identification information of the identification information based on the random number related to the certain hold. Content determining means MN).
According to the determination by the identification information display content determining means (for example, the game content determining means MN), the identification information is variably displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g), and then the stop identification information is stopped. Identification information display control means (for example, display control means MP10) for controlling display;
When the stop identification information stopped and displayed on the identification information display unit (for example, the first main game symbol display unit A21g) is in a predetermined mode, a special game control unit (for example, a special game control unit capable of executing a special game advantageous to the player) Special game control means MP30),
When at least the first gaming state and the second gaming state are referred to as the gaming state to be referred to when determining the variation display mode of the identification information, when the transition condition of the gaming state is satisfied, the game before and after the satisfaction is satisfied. Game state transition control means (for example, specific game control means MP50) for controlling the state to be different,
When a certain hold occurs, before the variable display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold is satisfied, the pre-reading information that is the information related to the random number related to the certain hold is added to the sub game unit (for example, It is configured to be able to transmit to the sub control board S),
After transmitting the hold look-ahead information related to a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S), and before satisfying the change display start condition of the identification information related to the certain hold, the game state transition condition is satisfied. Is configured to obtain
The range of values that the random number can take when determining the variable display mode of the identification information is divided into a plurality of determination ranges, and the random number when determining the variable display mode of the identification information falls within a certain determination range. When the value is included, any of the variation display mode candidates of the identification information belonging to the certain determination range becomes the variation display mode of the identification information, and is in the first game state and in the second game state. In some cases, the plurality of determination ranges are configured not to be divided in the same manner,
When a certain hold occurs and the first condition is satisfied, the value of the random number related to the certain hold in the plurality of determination ranges in the gaming state when the certain hold occurs is The information on the included judgment range is the prefetch information on hold,
In the case where a certain hold has occurred and the second condition different from the first condition is satisfied, the plurality of determination ranges in the case of the first gaming state and the case of being in the second gaming state. The information about the specific determination range, which is a determination range that is different from the plurality of determination ranges, is the pending prefetch information,
When the change display of the identification information is started until the stop display is set as one unit, and when the number of repetitions of the one unit reaches a predetermined number after a certain game state, a transition condition of the game state is set. After transmitting the pre-reading information on a certain hold to the sub game unit (for example, the sub-control board S) until the change display start condition of the identification information on the certain hold is satisfied. In addition, due to the execution of the unit related to the hold that satisfies the variable display start condition of the identification information before the certain hold, it is configured to be able to reach the predetermined number of times,
At the time of executing the special game, the variable winning opening (for example, the second big winning opening C20) that can take the closed state and the open state is configured to be in an advantageous state for the player. At the time, when a game ball enters a specific area (for example, the specific area C22) provided in the variable winning opening (for example, the second large winning opening C20), the transition condition of the gaming state can be satisfied. Is composed of
The sub game unit (for example, sub control board S)
When a predetermined condition based on hold pre-reading information related to a certain hold transmitted from the main game unit (for example, the main control board M) is satisfied, production-related information that suggests or reports the existence of the certain hold, A pachinko gaming machine characterized by being configured to be able to output by an information output unit (for example, the effect display device SG).

M main control board, MJ game information control means MJ10 ball entry determination means,
MJ11-A First main game start entrance ball judging means MJ11-B Second main game start entrance ball judging means, MJ11-H Auxiliary game entrance ball entrance judging means MJ11-C10 First big win entrance ball judgment Means, MJ11-C20 Second special winning entrance judgment means MJ11-C22 Specific area entry judgment means, MJ20 random number acquisition judgment execution means MJ21-A First main game random number acquisition judgment execution means, MJ21-B Second main game Random number acquisition determination execution means MJ21-H Auxiliary game random number acquisition determination execution means, MJ30 hold control means MJ31 hold digestion control means, MJ31j fluctuation start condition satisfaction determination means MJ32 symbol holding means, MJ32-A first main game symbol holding means MJ32b- A first main game symbol holding information temporary storage unit, MJ32-B second main game symbol holding unit MJ32b-B second main game symbol holding information Storage means, MJ32-H auxiliary game symbol holding means MJ32b-H auxiliary game symbol holding information temporary storage means, MN game content determination means MN10 success / failure lottery means, MN11-A first main game success / failure lottery means MN11ta-A first main game Applicability lottery table, MN11-B Second main game applicability lottery means MN11ta-B Second main game applicability lottery table, MN11-H Auxiliary game applicability lottery means MN11ta-H Auxiliary game applicability lottery table, MN20 Special game transfer decision Means MN40 Symbol content determination means, MN41-A First main game symbol determination means MN41ta-A First main game symbol determination lottery table, MN41-B Second main game symbol determination means MN41ta-B Second main game symbol determination Lottery table, MN41-H auxiliary game symbol determination means MN41ta-H auxiliary game symbol determination Lottery table, MN50 fluctuation mode determining means MN51-A first main game fluctuation mode determining means, MN51ta-A first main game fluctuation mode determining lottery table MN51-B second main game fluctuation mode determining means, MN51ta-B 2 main game variation mode determination lottery table MN51-H auxiliary game variation mode determination means, MN51ta-H auxiliary game variation mode determination lottery table MP game progression means, MP10 display control means MP11-C first and second main game symbols Control means, MP11t-C First and second main game symbol fluctuation management timer MP11-H Auxiliary game symbol control means, MP11t-H auxiliary game symbol fluctuation management timer MP20-B Second main game start port Electric accessory opening / closing Control means, MP21-B second main game starting port electric accessory opening / closing condition determining means MP22t-B second main game starting port electric Object release timer, MP30 special game control means MP31 condition determination means, MP32 special game content determination means MP32ta special game content reference table, MP33 special game execution means MP33-C first and second big winning opening electric accessory opening and closing control means, MP33c Winning ball counter MP34 Special game time management means, MP34t Special game timer MP50 Specific game control means, MP51 Probable change end condition judgment means MP52 Time reduction end condition judgment means, MP52c Time reduction number counter MB Game state temporary storage means, MB10-C 1st and 2nd main game state temporary storage means MB11b-C 1st and 2nd main game symbol information temporary storage means, MB10-H auxiliary game state temporary storage means MB11b-H auxiliary game symbol information temporary storage means, MB20b Special game related Information temporary storage means MB30b Information temporary storage means, MT information transmission control means MT10 command transmission buffer, MH prize ball payout determination means A first main game peripheral device, A10 first main game start port A11s first main game start port ball detection device, A20 First main game symbol display device A21g First main game symbol display portion, A21h First main game symbol hold display portion B Second main game peripheral device, B10 Second main game start opening B11s Second main game start opening ball detection Apparatus, B11d Second main game starter electric accessory B20 Second main game symbol display device, B21g Second main game symbol display portion B21h Second main game symbol hold display portion, C first and second main game shared peripheral devices C10 1st prize winning opening, C11s 1st prize opening winning detection device C11d 1st prize winning opening electric accessory, C20 2nd winning prize opening C21s 2nd winning prize detection device, C21d 2nd winning prize Mouth electric accessory H auxiliary game peripheral device, H10 auxiliary game start opening H11s auxiliary game start opening ball detection device, H20 auxiliary game design display H21g auxiliary game design display, H21h auxiliary game design hold display S sub-control board, SM effect display control means (sub main control board)
SM10 display information receiving means, SM11bf command buffer SM11bf
SM11a Command analysis means SM11a, SM11b Main-side information temporary storage means SM20 Effect display control means, SM21 Decoration design display control means SM21n Design display content determination means, SM21ta Lottery table SM21b for design variation content determination storage device related information temporary storage means , SM21t effecting timer SM22 drawing hold information display control means, SM22b drawing hold information temporary storage means SM26 hold look-ahead effect execution control means, SM26k1 winning prize hold look-ahead effect determination means SM26k2 fluctuation start hold look-ahead effect determining means, SM26n look-ahead Effect content determination means SM26ta1 Look-ahead effect type determination table, SM26ta2 Suspended display mode determination table SM23 Background effect display control means, SM23n Background effect display content determiner SM23b Background effect related information temporary Storage means, SM23c consecutive-room number counter SM24 notice effect display control means, SM24n notice effect display content determining means SM24b notice effect related information temporary storage means, SM24c notice effect decision counter SM24c
SM24c-2 Button continuous tapping counter SM24c-2, SM24t Button control timer SM24t
SM24t-2 Button press timer SM24t-2, SM25 Reach effect display control means SM25n Reach effect display content determining means, SM25b Reach effect related information temporary storage means SM27 Lamp lighting control means SM27, SM27b Lamp control related information temporary storage means SM27b
SM27c Lighting progress counter SM27c, SM28 Device operation control means SM28
SM28b Device control related information temporary storage means SM28b, SM28t Device control timer SM28t
SM29 Error notification control means, SM40 to sub-sub communication control means SM40
SM40b Sub-sub side information temporary storage means SM40b, SM40t Toggle signal reception interval timer SM40t
SM40b-2 Transmission command temporary storage means SM40b-2, SM40bf Transmission buffer SM40bf
SM50 Sensor input information management means SM50, SM50b Sensor related information temporary storage means SM50b
SM60 Task management means SM60, SM60c Task management counter SM60c
SS effect display means (sub-sub-control unit), SS10 sub-information transmission / reception control means SS20 image display control means, SS21b image display related information temporary storage means SG effect display device, SG10 display area SG11 decorative design display area, SG12 first hold display section SG13 second hold display section SB sub input button, SBs sub input button input detection device KH prize ball payout control board KE prize ball payout device

Claims (1)

A starting port that allows game balls to enter,
An identification information display unit capable of displaying identification information;
An effect display unit capable of displaying effects,
A main game section for controlling the progress of the game,
It has a sub game unit that controls the display of the effect,
The main game department
A random number acquiring means for acquiring a random number based on a ball entering the starting port,
When a random number is obtained by the random number obtaining unit, a random number temporary storage unit that temporarily stores the obtained random number as a hold until a success / failure determination permission condition is satisfied;
When the permission / inhibition determination permission condition is satisfied, a permission / inhibition determination unit that performs a permission / inhibition determination based on the random number,
Identification information display content determining means for determining the stop identification information of the identification information based on the result of the determination by the determination section;
Based on the determination by the identification information display content determining means, after variably displaying the identification information in the identification information display unit, the identification information display control means to control the stop identification information stop display,
Special game control means for executing a special game advantageous to the player after the result of the success / failure determination by the success / failure determination means is a win and the identification information is stopped and displayed,
Game information transmission means for transmitting to the sub game unit side game information necessary for effect display performed on the sub game unit side,
The sub game department,
Game information receiving means for receiving game information transmitted from the main game unit side,
On the basis of the game information received by the game information receiving means, provided with effect display control means for controlling the effect display content that can be displayed on the effect display unit,
A hold icon image can be displayed in response to the hold occurring on the main gaming section,
While the effect corresponding to the fluctuation display of the identification information and the predetermined effect after the reaching state is displayed, the hold icon image is configured to be hidden,
If there is a specific hold that satisfies the execution condition of the look-ahead effect, and there is an earlier hold that satisfies the acceptance / rejection determination permission condition before the specific hold, an effect based on the existence of the specific hold It is possible to execute a look-ahead effect,
As a pre-reading effect, it has at least a background pre-reading effect displaying a special background image, and a pre-holding pre-production effect displaying a hold icon image for a pre-reading effect,
A hold icon image displayed corresponding to the specific hold can be displayed as a hold icon image for a look-ahead effect,
If a specific hold occurs during the display of the predetermined effect after the reach state is established in response to the change display of the identification information, the display is displayed corresponding to the specific hold during the change display of the identification information. The hold icon image displayed in correspondence with the specific hold is displayed when the next change display of the identification information is started without displaying the hold icon image for the look-ahead effect for the look-ahead effect. Can be displayed as an image,
When a specific hold occurs during the change display of the identification information, the display of the hold icon image for the pre-reading effect can be started from the change display, but even when the specific hold occurs during the change display of the identification information, The display of the special background image does not start during the floating display,
In the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the first hold that satisfies the acceptance / rejection determination permission condition after the specific hold has occurred, the special background image is configured to be able to start display,
As hold information related to the specific hold, at least hold information A and hold information B,
The hold look-ahead effect can be executed regardless of whether the hold information related to the specific hold is the hold information A or the hold information B, while the background look-ahead effect is performed when the hold information related to the specific hold is the hold information B. Is executable, but is not executable if the pending information is A,
When executing the hold look-ahead effect, the hold icon image displayed corresponding to the specific hold is changed to the hold icon image for the look-ahead effect according to whether the hold information regarding the specific hold is the hold information A or the hold information B. It is configured so that the selection tendency of the display mode when displaying as
During the change display of the identification information corresponding to a certain first hold, at the time of the stop of the change of the identification information corresponding to the certain first hold, and the first hold that satisfies the acceptance / rejection determination permission condition next to the certain first hold. During the fluctuation display of the identification information corresponding to, and when the fluctuation of the identification information corresponding to the first hold that satisfies the permission / non-permission judgment permission condition next to the certain first hold, and the next second hold The special background image can be continuously displayed during the variable display of the identification information corresponding to the specific hold that satisfies the validity determination permission condition next to the first hold that satisfies the determination permission condition. In the case where the result of the success / failure determination when the permission / rejection determination permission condition is satisfied is non-winning, based on the presence of the specific suspension during the fluctuation display of the identification information corresponding to the satisfaction of the permission / rejection determination permission condition regarding the first hold, Displayed and The special background image, which is also displayed during the variation display of the identification information corresponding to the satisfaction of the permission / rejection determination permission condition regarding the fixed hold, is displayed in the variation display of the identification information corresponding to the satisfaction of the permission / rejection determination permission condition regarding the specific hold. A pachinko gaming machine characterized in that the pachinko gaming machine is configured to be non-displayed at a timing before the next change display of the identification information is started .

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