JP2004160195A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine which enhances the curiosity and expectation of its player toward the game. <P>SOLUTION: This game machine has a reel display section (100), which displays two or more symbols in motion in two or more regions and stops the symbols in motion in the areas to display it statically, a measuring section (106-110), which counts the number of occasions that a special symbol, out of the symbols, is displayed in the reel display section either in the display in motion or in the static display, and a game value-determining section, which determines the game value to be given according to the measured number. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2004,JPO

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine in which a plurality of types of symbols are variably displayed in a plurality of regions, and the variably displayed symbols are stopped and displayed in each of the regions.

  Conventionally, gaming machines that variably display symbols using reels have been known. Some of such gaming machines include special reels in addition to the first to third reels, for example. The special reel includes a symbol indicating a multiple such as 2, 3, 5, or 10 or a symbol such as a blank. When the game starts, the first to third reels rotate (variable display of symbols). Next, each reel stops at a predetermined timing. Then, when a specific symbol is displayed when all the reels are stopped, a lottery by a special reel is performed. That is, the special reel starts rotating and stops at a predetermined timing. When a symbol indicating a multiple is displayed when the special reel is stopped, as a bonus, the winning amount corresponding to the symbol stopped and displayed on the first to third reels is multiplied by the multiple stopped and displayed on the special reel. Then, the payout amount for the player is determined.

Also, gaming machines that determine the amount to be paid out based on the number of specific symbols appearing on paylines are known.
U.S. Pat. No. 4,570,934

  However, as described above, since the lottery method using the special reel has become widely known among players, it is difficult to stimulate the curiosity of the player. That is, in the conventional gaming machine, it is difficult to increase a player's expectation because the additional reels are merely performed on the special reels with respect to the lottery results on the first to third reels. For this reason, a gaming machine that can enhance the curiosity and expectation of a game for a player is desired.

  The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that can enhance a player's curiosity and expectation about a game.

  (1) In order to achieve the above object, the present invention has taken the following measures. That is, the gaming machine of the present invention displays a plurality of types of symbols variably in a plurality of regions, and a reel display unit that stops and displays the variably displayed symbols in the respective regions, and at least one of the variably displayed and the stopped display. A measuring unit for measuring the number of times a special symbol among the symbols is displayed on the reel display unit in one display state; and a game value determination for determining a game value to be given to a player based on the measured number of times. And a unit.

  With this configuration, the game value to be given to the player is determined by a new method that has not been used in the past, so that the interest of the player can be stimulated. That is, the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the number of times that the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in the display state of at least one of the variable display and the stop display. Be curious about how many times it appears. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (2) Further, the gaming machine of the present invention further includes a lottery section for performing a lottery for changing at least one of the symbols to a special symbol, and the measuring section is configured to display at least one of the variable display and the stop display. The number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit is measured.

  As described above, since the lottery for changing the symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected. In addition, since the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display, the player displays the special symbol on the reel display unit. Be curious about how many times it appears. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (3) Further, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the gaming value determination unit is configured to calculate the gaming value to be given to the player by using the measured number as one variable.

  As described above, the number of times the special symbol is displayed is calculated as one variable, so that a game value to be given to the player can be obtained by a simple method.

  (4) In the gaming machine of the present invention, the one variable is a total value of the measured times.

  As described above, since the total value of the number of times the special symbol is displayed is calculated as one variable, the game value to be given to the player can be obtained by a simple method.

  (5) Further, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the gaming value determining unit should give the measured number of times to the player by comparing the number of times and the game value with a preset table. The game value is specified.

  In this way, the number of times the special symbol is displayed is compared with a table set in advance by associating the number with the game value, so that the game value to be given to the player can be specified by a simple method. Become.

  (6) Also, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the reel display section has a specific area, and the measuring section displays the special symbol in the specific area in at least one of the variable display and the stop display. It is characterized in that the displayed times are measured.

  As described above, since the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area is measured, the standard for measuring the number of times the special symbol is displayed becomes clear. Further, it becomes easier for the player to determine whether or not the special symbol is displayed in the specific area. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (7) Further, the gaming machine of the present invention is characterized in that it has a count display unit for displaying the number of times measured by the measuring unit in correspondence with each of the plurality of regions.

  As described above, since the number of times measured by the measuring unit is displayed for each of the plurality of regions, the player can easily grasp the number of times the special symbol is displayed in each region. As a result, it is possible to increase a sense of expectation as to the number of times displayed on each count display unit or the total value of the number of times a special symbol is displayed in each area.

  (8) The gaming machine according to the present invention further includes a reel display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of main symbols in a plurality of areas and stops and displays the variably displayed main symbols in each of the areas. A sub-symbol display unit for displaying at least one of the sub-symbols, and each time a special symbol among the main symbols is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol. A sub-symbol lottery section that determines sub-symbols to be displayed on the sub-symbol display section from the plurality of types of sub-symbols by lottery, and a sub-symbol display section when a main symbol is stopped and displayed on the reel display section. A game value determining unit that determines a game value to be provided to the player based on the sub-symbol displayed in It is characterized in that to obtain.

  With this configuration, the game value to be given to the player is determined by a new method that has not been used in the past, so that the interest of the player can be stimulated. In other words, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit is randomly selected from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. With the decision, the player will be curious about which sub-symbol will be displayed. When the main symbol is stopped and displayed on the reel display section, the game value is assigned based on the sub-symbol displayed on the sub-symbol display section. You want to see the symbol. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (9) Further, the gaming machine of the present invention further comprises a lottery section for performing a lottery for changing at least one of the main symbols to a special symbol, wherein the sub-symbol lottery section performs the change display and stop of the main symbol. The sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display section is determined by lottery from the plurality of types of sub-symbols each time the special symbol is displayed on the reel display section in at least one of the display states. I have.

  As described above, since the lottery for changing the main symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which main symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected. Also, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. Players will be curious about what sub-symbols will be displayed. Then, since the game value is given according to the displayed sub-symbol, the player desires to display a sub-symbol that is advantageous to him / her. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (10) In the gaming machine of the present invention, a plurality of the sub-symbol display units are provided so as to correspond to the respective areas, and the sub-symbol lottery unit performs the change display and the stop display of the main symbol. Each time the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display states, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit corresponding to each area is determined by the lottery. .

  As described above, since a plurality of sub-symbol display units are provided so as to correspond to the respective regions, the player can grasp what sub-symbols are displayed in the sub-symbol display units corresponding to the respective regions. Easier to do. Then, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, a sub symbol to be displayed on the sub symbol display unit corresponding to each area is determined by lottery. Therefore, the sub-symbol can be changed until the main symbol is stopped and displayed. As a result, the sub-symbol with a large payout changes to a sub-symbol with a small payout, and the sub-symbol with a small payout changes into a sub-symbol with a large payout, so that the player can feel a great thrill.

  (11) Also, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the reel display section has a specific area, and the sub-symbol lottery section displays the special display in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol. Each time a symbol is displayed in the specific area, a sub-symbol to be displayed in the sub-symbol display section is determined by the lottery.

  As described above, each time a special symbol is displayed in the specific area, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display section is determined by lottery, so that the timing of the sub-symbol lottery is clarified. Further, it becomes easier for the player to determine whether or not the special symbol is displayed in the specific area. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (12) In the gaming machine of the present invention, a plurality of the specific areas are provided so as to correspond to the respective areas, and the sub-symbol lottery unit displays at least one of the variable display and the stop display. Each time the special symbol is displayed in the specific area, a sub-symbol to be displayed in a sub-symbol display section corresponding to each area is determined by the lottery.

  As described above, since a plurality of specific areas are provided so as to correspond to the respective areas, in each area, each time a special symbol is displayed in the specific area in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display, A sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display section corresponding to the area is determined by lottery. That is, since the sub-symbol varies for each region, the lottery of the sub-symbol leads to a result exceeding the prediction of the player. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (13) In the gaming machine of the present invention, a reel display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of symbols in a plurality of regions, and stops and displays the variably displayed symbols in each of the regions; A determining unit that determines the number of times a special symbol among the symbols is displayed on the reel display unit based on a random number in at least one display state; a storage unit that stores the determined number of times; And a game value determining unit that determines a game value to be provided to the player based on the number of times the game has been performed.

  With this configuration, the game value to be given to the player is determined by a new method that has not been used in the past, so that the interest of the player can be stimulated. That is, the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display is determined based on a random number, the determined number is stored, and based on the stored number, Since the game value to be given to the player is determined, the player becomes curious about how many times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (14) Further, the gaming machine of the present invention further includes a lottery unit for performing a lottery for changing at least one of the symbols to a special symbol, and the storage unit displays at least one of the variable display and the stop display. The number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit is stored.

  As described above, since the lottery for changing the symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected. In addition, the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display is stored, and the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the stored number. Will be curious about how many times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (15) Further, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the gaming value determining unit is configured to calculate the gaming machine value to be given to the player using the number of times stored in the storage unit as one variable. I have.

  As described above, since the number of times stored in the storage unit is calculated as one variable, the game value to be provided to the player can be obtained by a simple method.

  (16) In the gaming machine of the present invention, the one variable is a total value of the number of times stored in the storage unit.

  As described above, since one variable calculates the total value of the number of times stored in the storage unit as one variable, it is possible to obtain the game value to be given to the player by a simple method.

  (17) In the gaming machine of the present invention, the game value determining unit compares the number stored in the storage unit with a table preset by associating the number with the game value and gives the player a value. The game value to be provided is specified.

  In this way, the number stored in the storage unit is compared with a table set in advance by associating the number with the game value, so that the game value to be given to the player can be specified by a simple method. Become.

  (18) In the gaming machine of the present invention, a specific area is provided in the reel display section, and the storage section stores the special symbol in the specific area in at least one of the variable display and the stop display. The number of times of display is stored.

  As described above, the storage unit stores the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display, so that the number of display times of the special symbol to be stored becomes clear. Further, it becomes easier for the player to determine whether or not the special symbol is displayed in the specific area. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (19) Further, the gaming machine of the present invention is characterized in that it has a count display unit for displaying the number of times stored in the storage unit in correspondence with each of the plurality of areas.

  As described above, since the number of times stored in the storage unit is displayed in association with each of the plurality of regions, the player can easily grasp the number of times the special symbol is displayed in each region. As a result, the sense of expectation about the total value of the number of times displayed on each count display unit or the number of times of displaying the special symbol in each area is increased.

  (20) Further, the gaming machine of the present invention includes a reel display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of main symbols in a plurality of areas, and stops and displays the variably displayed main symbols in each of the areas. A sub-symbol display unit that displays at least one of the sub-symbols, and a number of times that a special symbol among the main symbols is displayed on the reel display unit in the display state of at least one of the variable display and the stop display based on a random number. A determining unit to determine, a sub-symbol lottery unit that determines sub-symbols corresponding to each of the determined times by lottery from the plurality of types of sub-symbols, and a sub-symbol lottery unit that determines the determined times and the respective times. A storage unit for storing a corresponding sub-symbol; and a sub-symbol stored in the storage unit corresponding to the last time of each of the times. That on the basis of the sub-symbols, it is characterized by comprising a determining game value determining unit game value to be given to the player, the.

  With this configuration, the game value to be given to the player is determined by a new method that has not been used in the past, so that the interest of the player can be stimulated. That is, the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit is determined based on a random number in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, and the sub-number corresponding to the determined number of times is determined. Since the symbols are determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols, the player becomes curious about which sub-symbol is displayed. In addition, the determined number and the sub-symbol corresponding to each time are stored, and the stored sub-symbol should be given to the player based on the sub-symbol corresponding to the last time of each time. Since the game value is determined, the player desires to display a sub-symbol to which more game value is given. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (21) Further, the gaming machine according to the present invention is characterized by further comprising a lottery section for performing a lottery to determine whether at least one of the main symbols is changed to a special symbol.

  As described above, since the lottery for changing the main symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which main symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected.

  (22) Further, in the gaming machine of the present invention, a plurality of the sub-symbol display units are provided so as to correspond to the respective regions, and the sub-symbol lottery unit is provided for each of the determined times. A corresponding sub-symbol is determined by lottery from the plurality of types of sub-symbols.

  As described above, since a plurality of sub-symbol display units are provided so as to correspond to the respective regions, the player can grasp what sub-symbols are displayed in the sub-symbol display units corresponding to the respective regions. Easier to do. Then, the sub-symbol corresponding to each of the determined number of times is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols, so that the sub-symbol can vary. As a result, the sub-symbol with a large payout changes to a sub-symbol with a small payout, and the sub-symbol with a small payout changes into a sub-symbol with a large payout, so that the player can feel a great thrill.

  (23) In the gaming machine of the present invention, a specific area is provided in the reel display section, and the determination section sets the special symbol in the specific area in at least one of the variable display and the stop display. The number of times to be displayed is determined based on a random number, and the sub-symbol lottery unit determines the determined sub-symbol corresponding to each time of the number of times that the special symbol is displayed in the specific area by the plurality of types. Is determined by a lottery from the sub-symbols of the above.

  In this way, the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display is determined based on the random number, and the sub-symbol corresponding to each of the determined number of times is determined. Since the lottery is determined from a plurality of types of subsymbols, the timing of the change of the subsymbol is clarified. Further, it becomes easier for the player to determine whether or not the special symbol is displayed in the specific area. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (24) In the gaming machine of the present invention, a plurality of the specific areas are provided so as to correspond to the respective areas, and the sub-symbol lottery unit determines that the determined special symbol is the special area. The sub-symbol corresponding to each of the times displayed in the sub-symbol is determined by lottery from the plurality of types of sub-symbols.

  As described above, since a plurality of specific areas are provided so as to correspond to the respective areas, sub-symbols vary for each area. As a result, the lottery of the sub-symbol leads to a result exceeding the prediction of the player. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (25) In the gaming machine of the present invention, the specific area is defined as a payline set on the reel display unit.

  As described above, the specific area is defined as a payline set on the reel display unit, so that the player can easily grasp the specific area. Therefore, the player can easily determine whether the special symbol is displayed on the payline, and as a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (26) The gaming machine of the present invention further includes a specific area determination unit that determines a position of the specific area on the reel display unit by lottery, and displays the specific area determined by the lottery on the reel display unit. Features.

  As described above, the position of the specific area on the reel display unit is determined by lottery, and the determined specific area is displayed on the reel display unit. Therefore, the position of the specific area is not clarified until it is determined by lottery. Therefore, after the specific area is determined, it is possible to perform an effect such that the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area starts to be counted. As a result, it is possible to provide a change in game characteristics as compared with the case where the position of the specific area is fixed from the beginning. Also, in the case where the special symbol is randomly selected and displayed every time the special symbol is displayed in the specific area, it is difficult for the player to predict the timing of the sub-symbol lottery. You will feel a surprise about Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (27) In the gaming machine according to the present invention, the specific area determination unit determines the position of the specific area by the lottery when the symbol or the main symbol is in a variable display state.

  In this way, since the lottery for determining the position of the specific area is performed when the symbol or the main symbol is in the variable display state, the player is simultaneously curious about what symbol or the main symbol is stopped and displayed. You will have a curiosity about where the specific area will be determined.

  (1) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, the gaming value to be provided to the player is determined by a new method which has not been conventionally provided, so that the player's interest can be stimulated. That is, the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the number of times that the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in the display state of at least one of the variable display and the stop display. Be curious about how many times it appears. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (2) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the lottery for changing the symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected. In addition, since the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display, the player displays the special symbol on the reel display unit. Be curious about how many times it appears. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (3) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the number of times the special symbol is displayed is calculated as one variable, it is possible to obtain the game value to be given to the player by a simple method.

  (4) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the total value of the number of times the special symbol is displayed is calculated as one variable, the gaming value to be given to the player can be obtained by a simple method. .

  (5) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, the number of times the special symbol is displayed is compared with a preset table in which the number of times and the game value are associated with each other, so that the game value to be given to the player is determined. It can be specified by a simple method.

  (6) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area is measured, the standard for measuring the number of times the special symbol is displayed becomes clear. Further, it becomes easier for the player to determine whether or not the special symbol is displayed in the specific area. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (7) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the number of times measured by the measuring unit is displayed for each of the plurality of regions, the player can easily grasp the number of times the special symbol is displayed in each region. As a result, it is possible to increase a sense of expectation as to the number of times displayed on each count display unit or the total value of the number of times a special symbol is displayed in each area.

  (8) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the game value to be provided to the player is determined by a new method which has not been used in the past, the interest of the player can be stimulated. In other words, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit is randomly selected from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. With the decision, the player will be curious about which sub-symbol will be displayed. When the main symbol is stopped and displayed on the reel display section, the game value is assigned based on the sub-symbol displayed on the sub-symbol display section. You want to see the symbol. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (9) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the lottery for changing the main symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which main symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected. Also, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. Players will be curious about what sub-symbols will be displayed. Then, since the game value is given according to the displayed sub-symbol, the player desires to display a sub-symbol that is advantageous to him / her. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (10) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, since a plurality of sub-symbol display sections are provided so as to correspond to each area, the player can determine what kind of sub-symbol display section corresponds to each area. It becomes easy to grasp whether the sub-symbol is displayed. Then, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, a sub symbol to be displayed on the sub symbol display unit corresponding to each area is determined by lottery. Therefore, the sub-symbol can be changed until the main symbol is stopped and displayed. As a result, the sub-symbol with a large payout changes to a sub-symbol with a small payout, and the sub-symbol with a small payout changes into a sub-symbol with a large payout, so that the player can feel a great thrill.

  (11) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, each time a special symbol is displayed in a specific area, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display section is determined by lottery. Be clarified. Further, it becomes easier for the player to determine whether or not the special symbol is displayed in the specific area. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (12) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since a plurality of specific areas are provided so as to correspond to the respective areas, a special symbol is displayed in at least one of the variable display and the stop display in each area. Each time a specific area is displayed, a sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display section corresponding to each area is determined by lottery. That is, since the sub-symbol varies for each region, the lottery of the sub-symbol leads to a result exceeding the prediction of the player. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (13) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, the gaming value to be given to the player is determined by a new method which has not been conventionally provided, so that the interest of the player can be stimulated. That is, the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display is determined based on a random number, the determined number is stored, and based on the stored number, Since the game value to be given to the player is determined, the player becomes curious about how many times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (14) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the lottery for changing the symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected. In addition, the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display is stored, and the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the stored number. Will be curious about how many times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (15) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the number of times stored in the storage unit is calculated as one variable, it is possible to obtain the game value to be given to the player by a simple method.

  (16) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since one variable calculates the total value of the number of times stored in the storage unit as one variable, the game value to be given to the player is obtained by a simple method. Becomes possible.

  (17) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, the number stored in the storage unit is compared with a table set in advance by associating the number with the game value. It can be specified by a simple method.

  (18) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the storage unit stores the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area in at least one of the variable display and the stop display, the special symbol to be stored is stored. Will be clearly displayed. Further, it becomes easier for the player to determine whether or not the special symbol is displayed in the specific area. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (19) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the number of times stored in the storage unit is displayed in association with each of the plurality of regions, the player can grasp the number of times the special symbol is displayed in each region. It will be easier. As a result, the sense of expectation about the total value of the number of times displayed on each count display unit or the number of times of displaying the special symbol in each area is increased.

  (20) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the game value to be provided to the player is determined by a new method which has not been used in the past, the interest of the player can be stimulated. That is, the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit is determined based on a random number in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, and the sub-number corresponding to the determined number of times is determined. Since the symbols are determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols, the player becomes curious about which sub-symbol is displayed. In addition, the determined number and the sub-symbol corresponding to each time are stored, and the stored sub-symbol should be given to the player based on the sub-symbol corresponding to the last time of each time. Since the game value is determined, the player desires to display a sub-symbol to which more game value is given. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  (21) According to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the lottery for changing the main symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which main symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected.

  (22) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, since a plurality of sub-symbol display sections are provided so as to correspond to each area, the player can determine what kind of sub-symbol display section corresponds to each area. It becomes easy to grasp whether the sub-symbol is displayed. Then, the sub-symbol corresponding to each of the determined number of times is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols, so that the sub-symbol can vary. As a result, the sub-symbol with a large payout changes to a sub-symbol with a small payout, and the sub-symbol with a small payout changes into a sub-symbol with a large payout, so that the player can feel a great thrill.

  (23) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area in at least one of the variable display and the stop display is determined based on a random number, and the determined number of times is determined. Since the sub-symbol corresponding to each round is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols, the timing of change of the sub-symbol is clarified. Further, it becomes easier for the player to determine whether or not the special symbol is displayed in the specific area. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (24) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, since a plurality of specific areas are provided so as to correspond to the respective areas, the sub-symbol varies for each area. As a result, the lottery of the sub-symbol leads to a result exceeding the prediction of the player. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (25) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, the specific area is defined as a payline set on the reel display unit, so that the player can easily grasp the specific area. Therefore, the player can easily determine whether the special symbol is displayed on the payline, and as a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (26) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, the position of the specific area on the reel display section is determined by lottery, and the determined specific area is displayed on the reel display section, so that the position of the specific area is determined by lottery. Not revealed until done. Therefore, after the specific area is determined, it is possible to perform an effect such that the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area starts to be counted. As a result, it is possible to provide a change in game characteristics as compared with the case where the position of the specific area is fixed from the beginning. Also, in the case where the special symbol is randomly selected and displayed every time the special symbol is displayed in the specific area, it is difficult for the player to predict the timing of the sub-symbol lottery. You will feel a surprise about Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  (27) Further, according to the gaming machine of the present invention, since the lottery for determining the position of the specific area is performed when the symbol or the main symbol is in the variable display state, the player can stop any symbol or the main symbol. At the same time as having a curiosity about what will be displayed, you will have a curiosity about where the specific area will be located.

(Embodiment 1)
As shown in FIG. 3, the gaming machine according to the first embodiment variably displays a plurality of types of symbols in a plurality of areas 101 to 105 on reel display unit 100, and displays variably displayed symbols in areas 101 to 105. To stop display. The CPU 30 and the display unit control circuit 37 shown in FIG. 2 constitute a measuring unit, and in at least one of the variable display and the stop display on the reel display unit 100, a special symbol among the symbols is displayed on the reel display unit 100. Measure the number of times indicated in. The number of times measured is displayed on the count display units 106 to 110 for each area. In addition, the total value of each of the count display units 106 to 110 is displayed on the total value display unit 111. The game value given to the player is determined based on the total value. In other words, the game value determining unit specifies the game value to be provided to the player by comparing the total value and the game value with a preset table. Note that the total value displayed on the total value display unit 111 is obtained by the following calculation using the number of times the special symbol is displayed as one variable.

  (Total value) = (number displayed on count display section 107) + (number displayed on count display section 107) + (number displayed on count display section 108) + (displayed on count display section 109) (Numerical value) + (numerical value displayed on count display section 110)

  As described above, the number of times the special symbol is displayed is calculated as one variable, so that a game value to be given to the player can be obtained by a simple method.

  The special symbol is also called, for example, a kicker symbol. In the example shown in FIG. 3, “☆” is a kicker symbol (special symbol). In addition, when a specific symbol or a combination of symbols is stopped and displayed on the paylines 112 and 113 as the specific area, "winning" occurs. This payline can be set arbitrarily.

  In addition, the present invention is applicable to all devices (devices that play games) that can display symbols. Here, an example of a gaming machine capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of symbols in a column direction (or a row direction) and stopping and displaying the variably displayed symbols based on an internal lottery result. To explain. A mechanical reel (reel) may be used for a portion for variably displaying symbols, or a video reel for variably displaying symbols as an image on a liquid crystal screen or the like as described above may be used. In addition, as in some slot machines, not only gaming machines that allow a player to operate a stop button on his / her own will to determine the stop timing and stop order of each spinning drum (reel), but also pachinko gaming machines As described above, the present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine in which each reel automatically stops sequentially regardless of the player's will. Also, in the first embodiment, a medal is described as an example of a game valuable, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a pachinko ball or any other medium that can provide a game value is applicable.

  In FIG. 1, a gaming machine 1 includes a housing 2 and a front panel 3 that is attached to the front of the housing 2 so as to be openable and closable. Behind the front panel 3, a liquid crystal panel or a CRT (Cathode-Ray Tube) is arranged, and for example, a reel display unit 7 that displays symbols in five columns is provided. In the first embodiment, a video reel system is adopted, and five reels are displayed on the reel display unit 7 by executing a program.

  That is, as shown in FIG. 3, the reel display unit 7 has five reels for variably displaying and stopping symbols in the column direction (vertical direction of the gaming machine). Specifically, a first reel 101, a second reel 102, a third reel 103, a fourth reel 104, and a fifth reel 105 are provided. Various symbols can be variably displayed or stopped by each reel.

  A medal insertion slot 10 and a medal return button 10a for returning medals when the inserted medals are jammed are provided on the front surface of the housing 2. The start lever 11 is a lever for performing an operation for starting rotation display (variable display) of the reel display unit 7.

  The game using the gaming machine 1 is started when the player specifies a valid payline by a BET operation. A plurality of pay lines can be set, for example, a horizontal center line, a horizontal vertical line, and a diagonal line. In addition, the BET operation is performed by inserting a medal into the medal insertion slot 10 described later, or betting the medal stored by the stored medal insertion button 21. BET is also possible by using these BET operations together.

  When a payline is specified by a player's BET operation and the start lever 11 is operated, the reel display unit 7 variably displays symbols. Then, when a predetermined time has elapsed, the reel display unit 7 sequentially stops and displays the symbols variably displayed. The stop order is, for example, to stop sequentially from the left toward the reel display unit 7. At the time of stopping, for example, it stops at a time interval of 0.5 seconds. When a predetermined combination of symbols is displayed on any of the pay lines at the time of the stop, a winning according to the combination of the symbols is obtained.

  A medal payout opening 15 and a medal receiving tray 16 are provided below the front panel 3, and a game effect display 17 that is driven for effecting a game is provided above the front panel 3. The game effect display 17 is composed of, for example, an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or various lamps. Embodiment 1 shows an example in which an LCD is employed. Above the front panel 3, a bonus game display 18 is provided. The bonus game display 18 is configured by an LED (Light Emitting Diode), and displays a winning or winning of a bonus prize that gives a high game value to a player, a game effect, an error occurrence, and the like. The speaker 19 generates voice guidance, music, sound effects, and the like. It should be noted that winning the bonus prize results in a game development advantageous to the player, for example, in which the winning rate is reduced to 1/3.

  The plurality of lamps 20 provided on the front panel 3 are turned on, turned off, or blinked to display a payline activated according to the number of inserted medals (or the number of credits bet), display a winning, and the like. Display related to the game. The stored medal input button 21 is a button for using a predetermined number of medals stored (credited) in a medal storage device (not shown), and the stored medal input button 22 is stored in a medal storage device (not shown). This button is used to use the maximum specified number of medals. The medal storage number display unit 23 displays the number of medals stored in a medal storage device (not shown). The winning number display unit 24 displays the number of winnings, the remaining number, and the like when a bonus prize is won. The medal payout number display section 25 displays the medal payout number and the like. The medal storage number display unit 23, the winning number display unit 24, and the medal payout number display unit 25 are configured by, for example, LEDs. The settlement button 26 performs settlement of the stored medals, and the locking device 27 unlocks the door according to the turning direction. The label 28 describes the type of the gaming machine 1 and the name of the manufacturer.

  FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an electrical configuration of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 1. As shown in FIG. 2, the gaming machine 1 is electrically composed of a main board A and a sub board B. In main board A, CPU 30 includes a ROM 31 and a RAM 32, and performs a control operation according to a preset program. The ROM 31 stores, in addition to the control program for controlling the operation of the gaming machine 1, a prize group lottery table used for making a pre-determination of the prize group (internal lottery) and a special symbol on the reel display unit 100 as described above. A table or the like preset in association with the displayed number (total value) and the game value is stored. The CPU 30, the ROM 31, and the RAM 32 constitute a specific area determination unit and a game value determination unit.

  The CPU 30 is connected to a clock generation circuit 33 for generating a reference clock pulse and a random number generation circuit 34 for generating a constant random number. The CPU 30 and the random number generation circuit 34 constitute a sub-symbol lottery section. The control signal sent from the CPU 30 is output via an output port 35 to a medal payout device 36 for paying out medals and a display control circuit 37 for controlling the reel display 7.

  Also, signals output from a medal determination device 38 for determining whether or not a medal is appropriate, a payout medal counter 40 for counting the number of payout medals, and a start lever 41 for starting rotation of a reel are sent to the CPU 30 via an input port 43 to the CPU 30. Will be entered. The signal output from the CPU 30 is output to the sub-board B via the data transmission circuit 46 under the control of the transmission timing control circuit 45 which controls the signal transmission timing to the sub-board B.

  In the sub-board B, the signal output from the data transmission circuit 46 is input to the data input circuit 47. The signal input to the data input circuit 47 is processed by the CPU 48. A clock generation circuit 49 for generating a reference clock pulse, a ROM 50 storing various programs and image data, and a RAM 51 are connected to the CPU 48. Data relating to the image is output from the CPU 48 to the liquid crystal display 53 via the display circuit 52 which performs image processing and the like. The liquid crystal display 53 displays characters, still images, moving images, and the like. In addition, data related to audio is output from the CPU 48 to the amplifier circuit 56 via the sound LSI 54 that performs audio processing and the like. The sound LSI 54 extracts necessary audio data from the audio ROM 55 and processes the audio data. The audio data that has undergone processing such as amplification by the amplifier circuit 56 is output to a speaker 58 via an audio adjustment circuit 57 that performs audio adjustment.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 1 will be described. 4 and 5 are flowcharts showing the operation of the gaming machine. Here, a case where a normal game is performed will be described as an example. In the normal game, when the player presses the BET button in the standby state (step S1) (step S2), rotation (spin) of all reels starts (step S3). At the same time as the rotation of the reel, the values of the count display sections 106 to 110 are cleared and all are set to "0" (step S4). Next, in the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105, the number of kicker symbols (special symbols) (☆) passing through the payline from the start of reel rotation to the standstill is checked for each reel (step S5). ). As described above, the number of times the kicker symbol (special symbol) (☆) is displayed on the payline (specific area) is measured, so that the standard for measuring the number of times the kicker symbol (special symbol) is displayed is clarified. Further, the player can easily determine whether or not the kicker symbol (special symbol) is displayed on the payline. As a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be increased.

  Here, the specific area determination unit including the CPU 30, the ROM 31, and the RAM 32 may determine the position of the specific area (pay line) by lottery when the symbols are in the variable display state. As described above, the lottery for determining the position of the specific area (payline) is performed when the symbols are in the variable display state, so that the player can simultaneously specify the curiosity about what symbols are stopped and displayed. Become curious about where the territory is determined. When the position of the specific area is determined, the number of times the special symbol is displayed at that position is measured, so that the timing of counting the special symbol can hardly be predicted. As a result, it is possible to give a change depending on the game characteristics as compared with the case where the position of the specific area is fixed from the beginning, and as a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be further increased.

  Next, the value checked for each reel is assigned to each of the count display sections 106 to 110 (step S6). As described above, the number of times of examination is displayed for each of the plurality of regions, so that the player can easily grasp the number of times that the kicker symbol (special symbol) is displayed in each region. As a result, the sense of expectation for the number of times displayed on each count display unit is increased.

  Next, the reel is stopped at a predetermined timing (step S7). Then, it is determined whether there is one or more kicker symbols (special symbols) on the payline (step S8). If there is one or more kicker symbols (special symbols) on the payline, the count values of the count display units 106 to 110 corresponding to the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105 are totaled (step S9). Here, the total value may be displayed on the total value display section 111 as shown in FIG. As a result, the player can expect more about the total value of the number of times the special symbol has been displayed in each area. Next, a total bet is placed on the total value of the count values as one variable as a bonus payout (step S10). As described above, since the total value of the number of times the special symbol is displayed is calculated as one variable, the game value to be given to the player can be obtained by a simple method. Next, a normal winning (normal payout) is calculated (step S11), and the normal payout and the bonus payout are totaled as a total win (step S12).

  Next, it is determined whether or not there is a winning money (step S13). If there is no winning money, the process proceeds to step S15. On the other hand, if there is a winning, the winning is added to the credit (step S14). Next, it is determined whether the trigger condition is satisfied, that is, whether three kicker symbols (special symbols) (☆) appear (step S15). If the trigger condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S17, and if the trigger condition is satisfied, 10 games are added to the number of free games (step S16). Next, it is determined whether or not there is a free game (step S17). If there is no free game, the next game is started as a normal game. On the other hand, when there is a free game, the reels are started as the next game as a free game (step S3).

  In step S9, the count values of the count display units corresponding to the respective reels are totaled, but the number of times the kicker symbol (special symbol) is measured on each reel is associated with the number and the game value in advance. The numerical value to be multiplied by the total bet may be specified by comparing the set table.

  As described above, the number of times the kicker symbol (special symbol) is displayed is compared with a preset table in which the number of times is associated with the game value, so that the game value to be given to the player is specified by a simple method. It is possible to do.

  As described above, according to the gaming machine according to the first embodiment, the gaming value to be given to the player is determined by a new method which has not been used in the past, so that the interest of the player can be stimulated. That is, the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the number of times the kicker symbol (special symbol) is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display. You will be curious about how many times the symbol (special symbol) has been displayed on the reel display unit. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

(Embodiment 2)
In the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, a main symbol including a kicker symbol (special symbol) is changed or stopped on the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105 as a reel display unit. In addition, the count display units 106 to 110 are made to function as sub-symbol display units, and a plurality of types of sub-symbols are changed or stopped and displayed. As the sub-symbol, a plurality of types of symbols like the main symbol, for example, a picture of a playing card, a number, a dice eye (a dice), a roulette, a single slot reel, a front and a back of a coin, and the like can be considered. The sub-symbol lottery unit including the CPU 30 and the random number generation circuit 34 determines whether the kicker symbol (special symbol) among the main symbols is the first reel 101 to the first reel 101 in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol. Each time the five reels 105 are displayed, the sub-symbols to be displayed on the count display units 106 to 110 are determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols.

  When the main symbol is stopped and displayed on the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105, the game value determination unit including the CPU 30, the ROM 31, and the RAM 32 displays the sub-display displayed on the count display units 106 to 110. The game value to be provided to the player is determined based on the symbol. In at least one of the main symbol change display and the stop display, each time a kicker symbol (special symbol) is displayed on the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105, it should be displayed on the count display units 106 to 110. Since the sub-symbol is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols, the player becomes curious about which sub-symbol is displayed. When the main symbols are stopped and displayed on the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105, the game value is given based on the sub-symbols displayed on the count display units 106 to 110, so that the player has more Wants to display a sub-symbol to which the game value is given. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  A plurality of count display units 106 to 110 are provided so as to correspond to the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105. For this reason, the player can easily understand what sub-symbol is displayed on the count display section corresponding to each reel. Each time a kicker symbol (special symbol) is displayed on the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105 in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, the count display unit 106 corresponding to each reel is displayed. Since the sub-symbols to be displayed in .about.110 are determined by lottery, the sub-symbols can change until the main symbol is stopped and displayed. As a result, the sub-symbol with a large payout changes to a sub-symbol with a small payout, and the sub-symbol with a small payout changes into a sub-symbol with a large payout, so that the player can feel a great thrill.

  6 and 7 are flowcharts showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 2. Here, a case where a normal game is performed will be described as an example. First, in FIG. 6, in the normal game, in a standby state (step T1), when the player presses the BET button (step T2), rotation (spin) of all reels starts (step T3). Next, on each of the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105, it is determined whether or not the kicker symbol (special symbol) (*) has passed over the payline (specific area) (step T4). If the kicker symbol (special symbol) (*) has not passed over the payline, the process proceeds to step T7. If the kicker symbol (special symbol) (☆) passes on the payline on any of the reels, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display section corresponding to that reel is determined by lottery (step T5). Then, the determined sub-symbol is displayed on the sub-symbol display section (step T6).

  Here, the specific area determination unit including the CPU 30, the ROM 31, and the RAM 32 may determine the position of the specific area (payline) by lottery when the main symbol is in the variable display state. As described above, since the lottery for determining the position of the specific area (payline) is performed when the main symbol is in the variable display state, the player is simultaneously curious about what main symbol is stopped and displayed. You will have a curiosity about where the specific area will be determined. Then, when the position of the specific area is determined, when a special symbol is displayed at that position, a sub-symbol to be displayed in the sub-symbol display section is selected. It doesn't stick. As a result, it is possible to give a change depending on the game characteristics as compared with the case where the position of the specific area is fixed from the beginning, and as a result, the curiosity and expectation of the player can be further increased.

  Next, it is determined whether or not all reels have stopped (step T7). If all reels have not stopped, the process proceeds to step T4. On the other hand, if all reels have stopped, it is determined whether or not there is one or more kicker symbols (special symbols) on the payline (step T8). When there is one or more kicker symbols (special symbols) on the payline, it is determined whether or not a predetermined combination is achieved by a combination of the sub-symbols displayed on the count display units 106 to 110 as sub-symbol display units. A decision is made (step T9). Here, the "role" is a combination of a plurality of predetermined sub-symbols. For example, there is a case where “1” is displayed on each sub-symbol display unit, or a case where a predetermined symbol, for example, “○” is displayed. Further, for example, when dice are displayed on the sub-symbol display portion, the total value of the dice may be used as a combination. Then, it is assumed that the magnification and the payout value are determined according to each combination. Next, as the bonus payout, a numerical value corresponding to the combination of the sub-symbols is multiplied on the total bet (step T10). Next, a normal winning (normal payout) is calculated (step T11).

  Step T11 and subsequent steps are the same as in the first embodiment. That is, as shown in FIG. 7, the normal payout and the bonus payout are totaled as the total winning payout (step T12). Next, it is determined whether or not there is a winning money (step T13). If there is no winning money, the process proceeds to step T15. On the other hand, if there is a winning, the winning is added to the credit (step T14). Next, it is determined whether the trigger condition is satisfied, that is, whether three kicker symbols (special symbols) (☆) appear (step T15). If the trigger condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step T17, and if the trigger condition is satisfied, 10 games are added to the number of free games (step T16). Next, it is determined whether or not there is a free game (step T17). If there is no free game, the next game is started as a normal game. On the other hand, if there is a free game, reel spinning is started as the next game as a free game (step T3).

  As described above, according to the second embodiment, the game value to be provided to the player is determined by a new method that has not been provided in the past, and thus the interest of the player can be stimulated. In other words, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit is randomly selected from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. With the decision, the player will be curious about which sub-symbol will be displayed. When the main symbol is stopped and displayed on the reel display section, the game value is assigned based on the sub-symbol displayed on the sub-symbol display section. You want to see the symbol. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

(Embodiment 3)
In the third embodiment, the lottery unit including the CPU 30 and the random number generation circuit 34 performs a lottery for changing at least one of the symbols described in the first embodiment to a special symbol. In this lottery, a "reel position" corresponding to each symbol on each reel is selected by lottery. Then, the symbol corresponding to the selected reel position becomes a special symbol. When the special symbol is determined by the lottery, the measurement unit including the CPU 30 and the display unit control circuit 37 displays the special symbol on the reel display unit 7 in at least one of the variable display and the stop display. Measure the number of times. Then, based on the measured number of times, the game value determining unit including the CPU 30, the ROM 31, and the RAM 32 determines the game value to be given to the player.

  Specifically, at the moment when the player presses the BET button, the reel position of a symbol to be a special symbol is determined by lottery. Then, while the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105 are rotating on the reel display unit 100, a moving image of “bee” is displayed on the reel display unit 100 as an effect. This “bee” randomly flies around in the reel display unit 100. Then, in a certain reel, it stops at the symbol corresponding to the reel position determined by the lottery. Then, the symbol where the bee has stopped becomes a special symbol.

  One or more bees may be displayed. When there are a plurality of symbols, the symbols may stop at a plurality of symbols in a plurality of reels, or may stop at a plurality of symbols in a single reel. Further, a plurality of bees may stop at one symbol. If more than one bee stops on one symbol, the count may be multiplied by the number of bees.

  The symbol where the bee has stopped is treated as a special symbol, and is counted as in the first embodiment. The count result is used as a material for determining whether to provide a bonus payout or whether to provide a free game. When the symbol where the bee has stopped stops on the payline, it is possible to receive a payout corresponding to the combination constituted by the symbol regardless of the presence or absence of the bee.

  As described above, according to the third embodiment, since the lottery for changing the symbol to the special symbol is performed, it is difficult for the player to predict which symbol will be the special symbol. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected. In addition, since the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display, the player displays the special symbol on the reel display unit. Be curious about how many times it appears. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

(Embodiment 4)
In the fourth embodiment, the lottery unit including the CPU 30 and the random number generation circuit 34 performs a lottery for changing at least one of the main symbols shown in the second embodiment to a special symbol. In this lottery, similarly to the third embodiment, the "reel position" corresponding to each main symbol in each reel is selected by lottery. Then, the main symbol corresponding to the selected reel position becomes a special symbol. When the special symbol is determined by this lottery, the sub-symbol lottery unit composed of the CPU 30 and the random number generation circuit 34 displays the special symbol in the reel display unit 7 in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol. Each time it is displayed, sub-symbols to be displayed on the count display units 106 to 110 as sub-symbol display units are determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. Then, based on the sub-symbols displayed on the count display units 106 to 110, a game value determination unit including the CPU 30, the ROM 31, and the RAM 32 determines a game value to be given to the player.

  Specifically, the lottery unit determines the reel position of the main symbol to be a special symbol by lottery at the moment when the player presses the BET button. Then, while the first reel 101 to the fifth reel 105 are rotating on the reel display unit 100, a moving image of “bee” is displayed on the reel display unit 100 as an effect. This “bee” randomly flies around in the reel display unit 100. Then, the reel stops at the main symbol corresponding to the reel position determined by the lottery. Then, the main symbol where the bee has stopped becomes a special symbol.

  As in the third embodiment, one or more bees may be displayed. When there are a plurality of symbols, the symbols may stop at a plurality of main symbols in a plurality of reels, or may stop at a plurality of main symbols in a single reel. Also, a plurality of bees may stop at one main symbol. When a plurality of bees stop at one main symbol, the game value to be provided to the player may be determined based on the number of the bees.

  The main symbol where the bee has stopped is treated as a special symbol. As in the second embodiment, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit 7, sub-symbols to be displayed on the count display units 106 to 110 as sub-symbol display units are determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. I do. Then, a game value to be provided to the player is determined based on the sub-symbols displayed on the count display sections 106 to 110. That is, the displayed sub-symbol serves as a material for determining whether to provide a bonus payout or a free game. When the symbol where the bee has stopped stops on the payline, it is possible to receive a payout corresponding to the combination constituted by the symbol regardless of the presence or absence of the bee.

  As described above, according to the fourth embodiment, when performing the lottery in which the main symbol shown in the second embodiment is changed to a special symbol, it is difficult for the player to predict which main symbol will be the special symbol. It becomes. As a result, when a special symbol appears, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected. Also, each time a special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display, the sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. Players will be curious about what sub-symbols will be displayed. Then, since the game value is given according to the displayed sub-symbol, the player desires to display a sub-symbol that is advantageous to him / her. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

(Embodiment 5)
In the fifth embodiment, a gaming machine that realizes the same operation as the gaming machine according to the first embodiment by executing a program will be described. In the gaming machine according to the fifth embodiment, CPU 30 as a determining unit determines the number of times a special symbol is displayed on reel display unit 7 based on a random number in at least one of the variable display mode and the stop display mode. . Then, the RAM 32 as a storage unit stores the number of times determined by the CPU 30. Then, the CPU 30, the ROM 31, and the RAM 32 as the game value determination unit determine the game value to be given to the player based on a table set in advance by associating the stored number with the game value. judge. Other configurations are the same as those of the first embodiment.

  8 and 9 are flowcharts showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 5. First, as shown in FIG. 8, after the game standby state (step R1), the moment the player presses the BET button (step R2), an internal lottery is performed (step R3). In this internal lottery, the CPU 30 determines, based on the random number from the random number generation circuit 34, whether or not to stop and display the kicker symbol on the payline and, if so, how many to stop. Make a decision. If three kicker symbols (special symbols) are stopped and displayed on the payline by this lottery, 10 games are added to the number of free games as described later.

  Then, the values of the count display sections 106 to 110 are cleared (step R4), and the number of kicker symbols (special symbols) that pass through the payline from the start of reel rotation to the standstill determined as described above is counted. The count value is stored in the RAM 32 as a storage unit (step R5).

  Next, after the reels are stopped by the above internal lottery, it is determined whether or not a kicker symbol (special symbol) is to be displayed on the payline (step R6). If not, the process proceeds to step R9. On the other hand, when one or more kicker symbols are to be displayed, the count values to be displayed on the count display units 106 to 110 are totaled to give a bonus to the player (step R7), and the total value is stored in the RAM 32. . In addition, as a bonus payout, the total bet is multiplied with the total value of the above count values as one variable (step R8), and the obtained value is stored in the RAM 32.

  Next, a normal winning (normal payout) is calculated based on the result of the internal lottery (step R9), and the calculated value is stored in the RAM 32. Further, the normal payout and the bonus payout are totaled (step R10), and the obtained value is stored in the RAM 32.

  The above processing is performed by the CPU 30 executing a program while transmitting and receiving signals to and from the ROM 31, the RAM 32, and the random number generation circuit 34. In the above description, the processing order is described as a flowchart in FIG. 7, but in practice, each of the above processes is performed instantaneously.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 9, the reel spin is started (step R11), and while the reel is rotating, the count value stored in the RAM 32 is read, and the kicker symbol passes over the payline. The count value is displayed on the count display units 106 to 110 in accordance with the timing (step R12).

  Based on the result of the internal lottery, when all reels have stopped (step R13), the value of the normal payout and the total value of the normal payout and the bonus payout are read from the RAM 32, and it is determined whether or not there is a winning. A determination is made (step R14). If there is no winning money, the process proceeds to step R16. If there is a winning money, the winning money is added to the credit (step R15). If three kicker symbols (special symbols) appear with all reels stopped as a result of the internal lottery, the three kicker symbols (special symbols) are stopped and displayed. At this point (step R16), 10 games are added to the number of free games (step R17). Then, it is determined whether or not there is a free game (step R18). If there is no free game, the next game is started as a normal game (step R1). On the other hand, if there is a free game, an internal lottery is performed for the next game as a free game (step R3).

  As described above, according to the gaming machine of the fifth embodiment, the gaming value to be provided to the player is determined by a new method which has not been used in the past, so that the interest of the player can be stimulated. That is, in at least one of the variable display and the stop display, the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit is determined based on a random number, and the determined number is stored. Then, since the game value to be given to the player is determined based on the number of times, the player becomes curious about how many times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit during the game. Since the game value is given according to the number of times, the player desires to display more special symbols on the reel display unit. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

(Embodiment 6)
In the sixth embodiment, a description will be given of a gaming machine that realizes the same operation as the gaming machine according to the second embodiment by executing a program. In the gaming machine according to the sixth embodiment, CPU 30 as a determining unit determines the number of times a special symbol is displayed on reel display unit 7 based on a random number in at least one of the variable display and the stop display. . Then, the RAM 32 as a storage unit stores the number of times determined by the CPU 30. The sub-symbol lottery unit including the CPU 30 and the random number generation circuit 34 determines sub-symbols corresponding to each of the determined times by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols. Each determined sub-symbol is stored in the RAM 32 as a storage unit. As the sub-symbol, a plurality of types of symbols like the main symbol, for example, a picture of a playing card, a number, a dice eye (a dice), a roulette, a single slot reel, a front and a back of a coin, and the like can be considered.

  Further, the count display units 106 to 110 are made to function as sub-symbol display units, and a plurality of types of sub-symbols are changed or stopped and displayed. Further, the CPU 30, the ROM 31, and the RAM 32 as the game value determining unit determine the game value to be provided to the player based on the stored number of times. Other configurations are the same as those of the second embodiment.

  10 and 11 are flowcharts showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 6. First, as shown in FIG. 10, after the game standby state (step Q1), at the moment when the player presses the BET button (step Q2), an internal lottery is performed (step Q3). In this internal lottery, the CPU 30 determines, based on the random number from the random number generation circuit 34, whether or not to stop and display the kicker symbol on the payline and, if so, how many to stop. Make a decision. If three kicker symbols (special symbols) are stopped and displayed on the payline by this lottery, 10 games are added to the number of free games as described later.

  Then, the sub-symbols to be displayed on the count display sections 106 to 110 are cleared (step Q4), and kicker symbols (special symbols) that pass through the payline from the start of rotation of the reel to the standstill determined as described above. The number is counted, and this count value is stored in the RAM 32 as a storage unit (step Q5).

  Next, after the reels are stopped by the above internal lottery, it is determined whether or not to display a kicker symbol (special symbol) on the payline (step Q6). If not, the process proceeds to step Q9. On the other hand, when one or more kicker symbols are to be displayed, sub-symbols on the reels 1 to 5 are determined by lottery in order to provide a bonus to the player (step Q7), and sub-symbols corresponding to each time are stored in the RAM 32. It is stored (step Q8).

  Next, based on the result of the internal lottery, a normal winning (normal payout) is calculated (step Q9), and the calculated value is stored in the RAM 32. Further, the normal payout and the bonus payout are totaled (step Q10), and the obtained value is stored in the RAM 32.

  The above processing is performed by the CPU 30 executing a program while transmitting and receiving signals to and from the ROM 31, the RAM 32, and the random number generation circuit 34. In the above description, the processing order is described as a flowchart in FIG. 9, but in practice, each of the above processes is performed instantaneously.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 11, the reel spin is started (step Q11), and while the reel is rotating, the sub-symbols stored in the RAM 32 are read out each time, and the kicker symbol passes through the payline. The sub-symbols corresponding to the count display units 106 to 110 are displayed in accordance with the timing of the operation (step Q12).

  When all reels are stopped based on the result of the internal lottery (step Q13), the value of the normal payout and the total value of the normal payout and the bonus payout are read from the RAM 32 to determine whether or not there is a winning. A decision is made (step Q14). If there is no winning money, the process proceeds to step Q16. If there is a winning money, the winning money is added to the credit (step Q15). If three kicker symbols (special symbols) appear with all reels stopped as a result of the internal lottery, the three kicker symbols (special symbols) are stopped and displayed. At this point (step Q16), 10 games are added to the number of free games (step Q17). Then, it is determined whether or not there is a free game (step Q18). If there is no free game, the next game is started as a normal game (step Q1). On the other hand, if there is a free game, the next game is an internal lottery as a free game (step Q3).

  As described above, according to the gaming machine of the sixth embodiment, the gaming value to be provided to the player is determined by a new method which has not been used in the past, so that the interest of the player can be stimulated. That is, the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit is determined based on a random number in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, and the sub-number corresponding to the determined number of times is determined. Since the symbols are determined by lottery from a plurality of types of sub-symbols, the player becomes curious about which sub-symbol is displayed. In addition, the determined number and the sub-symbol corresponding to each time are stored, and the stored sub-symbol should be given to the player based on the sub-symbol corresponding to the last time of each time. Since the game value is determined, the player desires to display a sub-symbol to which more game value is given. Thereby, the curiosity and expectation of the player for the game can be increased.

  The symbols displayed on the payline or the reel display unit may be fixed, or may be selectable by the player. Further, the feature of counting the symbols displayed on the payline or the reel display unit may be performed in a normal game (base game) as described above, or may be performed in a secondary game such as a bonus game or a free game. May be performed at any time during the game. Further, the count value of the kicker symbol (special symbol) displayed on the payline or reel display unit may be reflected not only on addition but also on the result of the game by multiplication. Further, it is also possible to randomly use three arithmetic methods of addition, subtraction, or power with respect to the count value according to a fixed rule (the number of operators or a ratio).

FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an appearance of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an electrical configuration of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 1. It is a figure showing a reel display part. 3 is a flowchart showing an operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 1. 6 is a flowchart showing an operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 1 and Embodiment 2. 9 is a flowchart showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 2. 9 is a flowchart showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 2. 15 is a flowchart showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 5. 15 is a flowchart showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 5. 13 is a flowchart showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 6. 13 is a flowchart showing the operation of the gaming machine according to Embodiment 6.

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1 gaming machine 7 reel display unit 30 CPU
31 ROM
32 RAM
34 random number generation circuit 100 reel display unit 101 first reel 102 second reel 103 third reel 104 fourth reel 105 fifth reel 106 count display unit 107 count display unit 108 count display unit 109 count display unit 110 count display unit 111 total Value display section 112 Payline 113 Payline

Claims (27)

A reel display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of symbols in a plurality of regions, and stops and displays the variably displayed symbols in each of the regions;
A measuring unit that measures the number of times a special symbol among the symbols is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display;
A gaming value determining unit that determines a gaming value to be given to the player based on the measured number of times. A lottery unit that performs a lottery to change at least one of the symbols to a special symbol,
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the measuring section measures the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display section in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display.   The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the gaming value determination unit is configured to calculate the gaming value to be given to a player using the measured number as one variable.   The gaming machine according to claim 3, wherein the one variable is a total value of the measured times.   The game value determination unit is configured to identify the game value to be provided to the player by comparing the measured number with the table set in advance by associating the number with the game value. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein A specific area is provided on the reel display unit,
The said measurement part measures the frequency | count which the said special symbol was displayed in the said specific area | region in the display state of at least one of the said fluctuation | variation display and a stop display, The Claim 1 characterized by the above-mentioned. Gaming machine.   The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, further comprising a count display unit that displays the number of times measured by the measurement unit in correspondence with each of the plurality of regions. A reel display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of main symbols in a plurality of regions, and stops and displays the variably displayed main symbols in each of the regions;
A sub-symbol display unit for displaying at least one of a plurality of types of sub-symbols;
The sub-symbols to be displayed on the sub-symbol display section are displayed each time a special symbol among the main symbols is displayed on the reel display section in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol. A sub-symbol lottery unit determined by lottery from the types of sub-symbols,
A game value determining unit that determines a game value to be provided to a player based on the sub-symbol displayed on the sub-symbol display unit when the main symbol is stopped and displayed on the reel display unit. A gaming machine characterized by the following. A lottery unit that performs a lottery that changes at least one of the main symbols into a special symbol,
The sub-symbol lottery unit is configured to display a sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit each time the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol. The gaming machine according to claim 8, wherein the number of sub-symbols is determined by lottery. The plurality of sub-symbol display units are provided so as to correspond to the respective regions,
Each time the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in the display state of at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol, the sub symbol lottery unit displays the sub symbol display unit corresponding to each area. 10. The gaming machine according to claim 8, wherein a sub-symbol to be displayed is determined by the lottery. A specific area is provided on the reel display unit,
The sub-symbol lottery unit displays a sub-symbol to be displayed on the sub-symbol display unit each time the special symbol is displayed in the specific area in at least one of the variable display and the stop display of the main symbol. 11. The gaming machine according to claim 8, wherein the gaming machine is determined by the lottery. The specific area is provided in plurality to correspond to each of the areas,
The sub-symbol lottery unit includes a sub-symbol to be displayed in a sub-symbol display unit corresponding to each area each time the special symbol is displayed in the specific area in the display state of at least one of the variable display and the stop display. Is determined by the lottery, the gaming machine according to claim 11, wherein A reel display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of symbols in a plurality of regions, and stops and displays the variably displayed symbols in each of the regions;
A determining unit that determines the number of times a special symbol among the symbols is displayed on the reel display unit based on a random number in the display state of at least one of the variable display and the stop display;
A storage unit for storing the determined number of times,
A gaming value determining unit that determines a gaming value to be given to a player based on the stored number of times. A lottery unit that performs a lottery to change at least one of the symbols to a special symbol,
14. The gaming machine according to claim 13, wherein the storage unit stores the number of times the special symbol is displayed on the reel display unit in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display.   The gaming machine according to claim 13, wherein the gaming value determining unit is configured to calculate the gaming machine value to be given to a player using the number of times stored in the storage unit as one variable. .   The gaming machine according to claim 15, wherein the one variable is a total value of the number of times stored in the storage unit.   The game value determination unit specifies the game value to be given to the player by comparing the number stored in the storage unit with a table preset in association with the number and the game value. The gaming machine according to claim 13 or 14, wherein A specific area is provided on the reel display unit,
18. The storage unit according to claim 13, wherein the storage unit stores the number of times that the special symbol is displayed in the specific area in at least one of the display state of the variable display and the stop display. Gaming machine.   The gaming machine according to any one of claims 13 to 18, further comprising a count display unit that displays the number of times stored in the storage unit in correspondence with each of the plurality of regions. A reel display unit that variably displays a plurality of types of main symbols in a plurality of regions, and stops and displays the variably displayed main symbols in each of the regions;
A sub-symbol display unit for displaying at least one of a plurality of types of sub-symbols;
A determination unit that determines the number of times a special symbol among the main symbols is displayed on the reel display unit based on a random number in at least one of the display states of the variable display and the stop display;
A sub-symbol lottery unit that determines a sub-symbol corresponding to each of the determined times by lottery from the plurality of types of sub-symbols;
A storage unit that stores the determined number of times and sub-symbols corresponding to the respective times,
A game value determining unit that determines a game value to be provided to a player based on a sub-symbol corresponding to the last of the respective rounds among the sub-symbols stored in the storage unit. A gaming machine.   21. The gaming machine according to claim 20, further comprising a lottery unit for performing a lottery to determine whether at least one of the main symbols is changed to a special symbol. The plurality of sub-symbol display units are provided so as to correspond to the respective regions,
22. The gaming machine according to claim 20, wherein the sub-symbol lottery unit determines a sub-symbol corresponding to each of the determined number of times by lottery from the plurality of types of sub-symbols. . A specific area is provided on the reel display unit,
The determining unit determines the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area in a display state of at least one of the variable display and the stop display based on a random number,
The sub-symbol lottery unit is characterized in that the determined sub-symbol corresponding to each of the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area is determined by lottery from the plurality of types of sub-symbols. A gaming machine according to any one of claims 20 to 22. The specific area is provided in plurality to correspond to each of the areas,
The sub-symbol lottery unit is characterized in that the determined sub-symbol corresponding to each of the number of times the special symbol is displayed in the specific area is determined by lottery from the plurality of types of sub-symbols. The gaming machine according to claim 23, wherein   The said specific area | region is defined as the payline set to the said reel display part, The claim 6, Claim 11, Claim 12, Claim 18, Claim 23, or Claim 24 characterized by the above-mentioned. The described gaming machine. A specific area determination unit that determines the position of the specific area in the reel display unit by lottery;
The gaming machine according to claim 6, wherein the specific area determined by the lottery is displayed on a reel display unit. The gaming machine according to claim 26, wherein the specific area determination unit determines the position of the specific area by the lottery when the symbol or the main symbol is in a variable display state.

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