JP2005312560A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine full of fun by approach from a different point of view. <P>SOLUTION: The game machine 1 has a time counting means (for example, processing involved in the monitoring of automatic stop timer at step S25) which counts the time after the start of the variable displays by the variable display means, an automatic stop means (for example, number of slide frame decision means at step S28) which stops the variable display means to make displays in the stop modes different from the specified stop modes (for example, loss) depending on no input of the stop command signal with the condition that the win role is the specified one while the time counted by the time counting means reaches the specified time (e.g. 30 sec.) and a time information announcement means (for example, automatic stop time elapse announcing display controller in Fig. 15, liquid crystal display device 5, speakers 21L and 21R, LEDs 101, lamps 102 and sub control circuit 72) which announces the time information up to the specified time counted by the time counting means after the start of the variable displays by the variable display means. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  For example, a slot machine equipped with a stop button, a so-called pachislot machine, has a variable display device configured by arranging a plurality of mechanical rotating reels that display a plurality of symbols in the front display window, or a symbol on the reel on the screen. It has an electrical fluctuation display device for displaying. In response to the player's start operation, the control means drives the variable display device to rotate the reels to display the symbols in a variable manner. After a certain period of time, either automatically or by the player's stop operation, Stop rotation sequentially. At this time, when the symbols of the reels appearing in the display window are in a specific combination (winning symbol), the player is given a profit by paying out game media such as coins and medals.

  Currently, the mainstream model has a plurality of types of winning modes. In particular, when a winning combination of a predetermined winning combination is established, the game state is better in condition than the normal state for a predetermined period of time without completing one coin payout. As such a winning combination, a winning combination (referred to as “Big Bonus”, hereinafter abbreviated as “BB”) in which a game that gives a relatively large profit to the player a predetermined number of times, and a relatively small profit to the player There is a winning combination (referred to as “regular bonus”, hereinafter abbreviated as “RB”) in which a predetermined number of games can be given.

In addition, in the current mainstream models, a predetermined combination of symbols is arranged along an activated winning line (hereinafter referred to as an “effective line”), and in order to achieve a winning in which coins, medals, etc. are paid out, Winning a winning combination (hereinafter referred to as an “internal winning”) through a standard lottery process (hereinafter referred to as “internal lottery”), and the winning of the winning combination (hereinafter referred to as “internal winning combination”) The player is required to perform a stop operation at a timing at which the combination of symbols shown can be stopped on the active line. In other words, no matter how much the internal winning is made, if the timing of the stop operation of the player is bad, a winning cannot be established. In other words, gaming machines that require skill in the timing of the stop operation (the technical gravity of the “push”) is high (see, for example, Patent Document 1).
Japanese Examined Patent Publication No. 3-72313

  However, in the gaming machine as described above, an interesting gaming machine is desired by an approach from another viewpoint.

  An object of the present invention is to provide an interesting gaming machine.

  In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following.

  A game start command means for outputting a game start command signal for instructing the start of a unit game according to an operation by the player, a variation display means having a plurality of variation display sections capable of variably displaying a plurality of symbols, and the game Based on the input of the start command signal, a winning combination determining means for determining a predetermined combination as a winning combination, and the plurality of variable display units are provided corresponding to each of the plurality of variation display units, and corresponding to an operation by the player A stop command means for outputting a stop command signal for commanding the stop of the fluctuation display section, and a fluctuation display control means for stopping the corresponding fluctuation display section based on the winning combination when the stop command signal is input, Game value giving means for giving a specific game value to a player when the winning combination is a specific combination and a specific stop mode is stopped and displayed on the change display means by the change display control means , A time measuring means for measuring time after the fluctuation display means starts the fluctuation display, the winning combination is the specific role, and the time measured by the time measuring means is the specific time On this condition, the automatic display means for stopping and displaying the stop mode different from the specific stop mode on the variable display means without the input of the stop command signal, and the variable display unit starts the variable display. And a time information notifying means for notifying time information until the specific time measured by the time measuring means.

  According to this gaming machine, the time measurement means for measuring the time after the fluctuation display means starts the fluctuation display, the winning combination is a specific role, and the time measured by the time measurement means is a specific time. On the condition that there is an automatic stop means for stopping and displaying a stop mode different from the specific stop mode on the fluctuation display means without depending on the input of the stop command signal, the winning combination is a specific role, In addition, on the condition that the time measured by the time measuring means is a specific time, it is possible to stop and display a stop mode different from the specific stop mode on the variation display unit without inputting the stop command signal. That is, if the player does not operate the stop command means from the start of the fluctuation display of the fluctuation display means, and the specific time has passed without the input of the stop command signal, the fluctuation display unit is not used regardless of the input of the stop command signal. At this time, even if a specific combination is determined as the winning combination, the variation display means can display a stop mode different from the specific stop mode. Therefore, when the fluctuation display unit is stopped without input of the stop command signal, the specific stop mode is not displayed and a specific game value is not given to the player. Unprecedented new games can be provided, and the fun of the games increases. Further, it is possible to prevent a specific stop mode from being displayed without the player operating the stop command means, and the player's skill can be reflected in the game result. It is possible to prevent the game value from being acquired.

  In addition, since the fluctuation display means includes time information notifying means for notifying the time information from the start of the fluctuation display to the specific time measured by the time measurement means, the fluctuation display means starts to display the fluctuation display. Time information up to the time can be notified. That is, it is possible to notify the time information until the fluctuation display unit is stopped regardless of the input of the stop command signal. Therefore, the player can recognize the time until the fluctuation display unit is stopped without inputting the stop command signal, and can be used as a guide when operating the stop command means. Increase. In addition, when the change display section is stopped regardless of the input of the stop command signal, the specific stop mode is not displayed and the player is not given a specific game value, so the player is stopped. The command means can be prompted to operate.

  ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, while being able to provide the novel game which has not existed before, the interest of a game increases.

  FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an appearance of a gaming machine 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The gaming machine 1 is a so-called “pachislot machine”. The gaming machine 1 is a gaming machine that uses a game medium such as a card that stores information on game value assigned to or given to a player in addition to coins, medals, game balls, tokens, and the like. However, in the following description, medals are used.

  A panel display portion 2a as a substantially vertical surface is formed on the front surface of the cabinet 2 forming the entire gaming machine 1, and vertically long display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are provided at the center thereof. The display windows 4L, 4C and 4R are provided with a top line 8b, a center line 8c and a bottom line 8d in the horizontal direction as winning lines, and a cross-up line 8a and a cross-down line 8e in the diagonal direction. These winning lines are respectively operated by operating a 1-BET switch 11, a 2-BET switch 12, and a maximum BET switch 13, which will be described later, or by inserting medals into the medal slot 22, respectively. The book is activated. Which winning line is activated is displayed by turning on BET lamps 9a, 9b, and 9c, which will be described later.

  Here, the winning lines 8a to 8e relate to success / failure of the winning combination. Specifically, a predetermined symbol (for example, “upper dust (symbol 96)” described later) corresponding to a predetermined combination (for example, “upper dust small symbol” described later) is a predetermined symbol corresponding to the center line 8c. Either the symbol is stopped at the position (for example, the middle position in the left display window 4L if the number of BETs described later is “3”), or the symbol constituting the symbol combination is any of the symbols By stopping and displaying in a predetermined position corresponding to the active line, a predetermined winning combination is won.

  Inside the cabinet 2, three reels 3L, 3C, 3R each having a symbol row constituted by a plurality of types of symbols on each outer peripheral surface are rotatably provided in a horizontal row to form a variable display means. doing. The design of each reel can be observed through the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. Each reel rotates at a constant speed (for example, 80 rpm).

  On the left side of the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R, a 1-BET lamp 9a, a 2-BET lamp 9b, a maximum BET lamp 9c, and an information display unit 18 are provided. The 1-BET lamp 9a, the 2-BET lamp 9b, and the maximum BET lamp 9c are turned on according to the number of medals betted to play one game (hereinafter referred to as “BET number”).

  The 1-BET lamp 9a is turned on when the BET number is “1” and one winning line is activated (when one activated line is set). The 2-BET lamp 9b is lit when the BET number is “2” and three pay lines are activated (when three valid lines are set). The maximum BET lamp 9c is turned on when the number of BETs is “3” and all (5) winning lines are activated (when all (5) activated lines are set). The information display unit 18 is composed of 7-segment LEDs, and displays the number of medals stored (credited), the number of medals paid out at the time of winning, and the like.

  A horizontal pedestal 10 is formed below the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R, and a liquid crystal display device 5 is provided between the pedestal 10 and the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. On the display screen 5 a of the liquid crystal display device 5, information related to the game, for example, information having contents such as internal winning in a big bonus or challenge time described later, carrying over, and the like are displayed. A medal slot 22 is provided on the right side of the liquid crystal display device 5, and a 1-BET switch 11, a 2-BET switch 12, and a maximum BET switch 13 are provided on the left side of the liquid crystal display device 5.

  The 1-BET switch 11 bets one of the credited medals on the game by a single pressing operation, and the 2-BET switch 12 displays the credited medals by a single pressing operation. Two of them are bet on the game, and the maximum BET switch 13 bets the maximum number of medals that can be bet on one game. By operating these BET switches 11, 12, and 13, a predetermined pay line is activated as described above.

  A C / P switch 14 is provided on the left side of the front portion of the pedestal 10 to switch the credit / payout of medals acquired by the player in the game by a push button operation. By switching the C / P switch 14, medals are paid out from the medal payout opening 15 at the lower front, and the paid-out medals are stored in the medal receiving portion 16. On the right side of the C / P switch 14, the reel is rotated by the player's operation, and the start lever 6 for starting the display of the variation of the symbols in the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R is rotated within a predetermined angle range. It is attached movably.

  Three stop buttons (stop operation means) 7L, 7C for stopping the rotation of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R at the center of the front surface of the pedestal 10 and below the liquid crystal display device 5, respectively. 7R is provided. Speakers 21 </ b> L and 21 </ b> R are provided on the left and right above the medal receiving portion 16. In the embodiment, one game (unit game) basically starts when the start lever 6 is operated and ends when all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are stopped.

  Here, in the embodiment, for one or a plurality of reels, the maximum value of the number of sliding symbols (maximum sliding display number) in the challenge game state and the single challenge game state described later is set to “1”. Yes. In addition, the maximum value of the number of sliding symbols in the game state other than the challenge game state and the single challenge game state is set to “4”. The “sliding frame number” is basically the number of symbols to be displayed after the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R are operated (after the operation is detected) until the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are stopped. It is. Further, the number of symbols (the amount of symbol movement) moved from when the stop button 7L, 7C, 7R is operated until the corresponding reel 3L, 3C, 3R stops. Specifically, the number of sliding symbols is a predetermined winning line such as the center line 8c in the center of the symbol after the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R are operated and before the corresponding reels 3L, 3C, 3R stop. It matches the number of symbols that crossed.

  Also, one or more reels 3L, 3C, 3R are controlled to stop within a predetermined time (for example, 75 ms) after the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R are operated during the challenge game state and the single challenge game state described later. To do. Also, one or a plurality of reels 3L, 3C, 3R is controlled to stop within a predetermined time (for example, 190 ms) during a game state other than the challenge game state and the single challenge game state. That is, it is possible to provide a plurality of game states having different maximum times after the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R are operated and until the reels 3L, 3C, 3R stop.

  In this embodiment, the reel stop operation (stop button operation) performed when all the reels are rotating is the “first stop operation” and the stop operation performed after the “first stop operation”. The stop operation performed after “second stop operation” and “second stop operation” is referred to as “third stop operation”.

  FIG. 2 shows a symbol row in which 21 types of symbols represented on the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are arranged. Each symbol is assigned a code number “00” to “20”, and is stored (stored) in a ROM 32 (FIG. 10) described later as a data table. On each reel 3L, 3C, 3R, "white 7 (design 91)", "red 7 (design 92)", "bell (design 93)", "watermelon (design 94)", "Replay (design 95) ) "," Upper Chile (symbol 96) ", and" Lower Chile (symbol 97) ". Each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is rotationally driven so that the symbol row moves in the direction of the arrow in FIG.

  Here, in the role of the embodiment, BB, challenge time (hereinafter abbreviated as “CT”), RB, single bonus (hereinafter abbreviated as “SB”), single challenge time (hereinafter abbreviated as “SCT”) , Replays, watermelon heroes, bell heroes, upper Chile heroes, lower Chile heroes, and JAC heroes.

  RB is a type 1 special agent. BB is an accessory continuous operation apparatus according to the first type special accessory. The challenge game described later is a second type special character. SCT is a condition for the operation of the second type special agent. CT is an accessory continuous operation apparatus according to the second type special accessory. SB is an ordinary accessory.

  FIG. 3 shows the game state of each game state, the transfer condition, and the game state of the transfer destination when the transfer condition is satisfied. The gameability in each gaming state (for example, a stop control mode of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R according to a stop winning combination described later) will be described later with reference to FIGS.

  The gaming state of the embodiment basically includes a general gaming state, a BB gaming state, a challenge time gaming state (hereinafter abbreviated as “CT gaming state”), an RB gaming state, and a single challenge gaming state (hereinafter “SCG state”). BB carryover state, challenge time carryover state (hereinafter abbreviated as “CT carryover state”), RB carryover state, and single bonus gaming state (hereinafter abbreviated as “SB gaming state”). The BB carryover state, CT carryover state, and RB carryover state are hereinafter referred to as “carryover state”. Further, the role carried over in this carryover state is hereinafter referred to as “carryover role”.

  The general game state is basically a game state in which an expected value of a so-called “play rate (game value given to a player for a unit game value bet on a game)” is smaller than “1”. . Further, it is a gaming state without a carryover role described later, and is the most disadvantageous gaming state for the player as compared with other gaming states.

  The BB gaming state is a gaming state configured by a BB general gaming state and an RB gaming state. Further, the BB gaming state is basically a gaming state constituted by a game in which the “actual accessory continuous actuating device related to the first type special accessory” is operating.

  The CT gaming state is a gaming state constituted by a CT general gaming state and a challenge game state (hereinafter abbreviated as “CG state”). The game in the CG state and the SCG state is hereinafter referred to as “challenge game”. Further, the CT gaming state is basically a gaming state constituted by a game in which the “actual accessory continuous actuating device related to the second type special accessory” is operating.

  The SCG state and the CG state are basically gaming states configured by a game in which the “second-type special combination” is operating.

  The RB gaming state is basically a gaming state constituted by a game in which the “first type special character” is operating.

  The game play during CG state and SCG state is basically similar, but CG state is started (generated) during CT general gaming state, whereas SCG state is started during general gaming state. There are differences.

  The BB carryover state is a gaming state in which BB winning is permitted over one or more games.

  The CT carryover state is a gaming state in which CT winning is permitted over one or more games.

  The RB carryover state is a gaming state in which RB winning is permitted over one or more games.

  Here, as will be described later, when a specific condition is satisfied in the BB general gaming state, the RB does not win ("Red 7-Red 7-White 7" are displayed in a line along the active line and stopped. RB game state occurs (transition to RB game state). In addition, in the BB gaming state (the BB general gaming state and the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state), when the RB is won internally, the RB carryover state (the RB during BB carryover state) over one or more games in the BB gaming state When the RB wins, the game state is shifted from the RB carryover state (RB carryover state during BB) to the RB game state in the BB game state.

  Also, when the RB is won internally during the BB gaming state, or when the RB does not win during the RB carryover state and a specific condition is satisfied, the current gaming state (for example, the RB gaming state during BB) It is also possible to shift the gaming state to the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state. However, when the BB gaming state end condition is satisfied during the RB carryover state (RB during RB carryover state), the game state is shifted from the RB carryover state (RB during BB carryover state) to the general gaming state. Yes. On the other hand, when the RB is internally won in the general gaming state, the RB carryover state is entered and the RB is carried over.

  The SB gaming state is basically a gaming state constituted by a game in which a “normal character” is operating.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the condition for generating the BB gaming state is a BB winning. The game state transition condition is satisfied (satisfied) when the acquired number (for example, so-called “pure increase number” or “payout number”) exceeds a predetermined number (for example, 361), and the gaming state shifts to the general gaming state. To do.

  The condition for generating the CT gaming state is a CT prize which will be described later. Here, when the CT is won internally, it is assigned to either CT1 or CT2 by lottery. A transition condition is established when one of the following conditions is established: the number of acquired sheets is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, 254), internal winning for RB, and internal winning for SB described later. The state transitions to the general gaming state.

  The condition for generating the RB gaming state during the general gaming state is RB winning. The transition condition is established when one of the conditions that the predetermined number of times (for example, 12 times) the game is completed and the predetermined number of times (for example, 8 times) is achieved, and the gaming state is established. Transition to the general gaming state.

  The conditions for the carryover state are: internal winning for BB, internal winning for RB, internal winning for RB in SCG and CG states, internal winning for CT, or internal to RB during BB gaming state It is one of winning. When the BB, RB, or CT wins, the BB gaming state ends, or the RB gaming state starts during the BB gaming state, the transition condition is established, and the gaming state is the BB gaming state, the RB gaming state, Transition to the CT gaming state or the general gaming state.

  The condition for generating the SCG state is an SCT prize to be described later in the general gaming state. The other case is when RB or SB is internally won during the CG state. In any case, when a predetermined number of games (for example, one time) are completed, the transition condition is established, and the gaming state is changed to the general gaming state, the RB gaming state, the SB gaming state, and the carryover state (RB carryover state). Transition.

  The condition for generating the SB gaming state is an SB winning that will be described later. When a predetermined number of games (for example, one time) are completed, the transition condition is established, and the gaming state is shifted to the general gaming state.

  The occurrence condition of the BB general gaming state is that the BB wins or that the RB gaming state ends in the BB gaming state. When the BB gaming state ends or the RB gaming state starts during the BB gaming state, the transition condition is established, and the gaming state transitions to the general gaming state or the RB gaming state.

  The occurrence condition of the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state is that a specific condition is established in the BB gaming state or during the BB gaming state, or the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state or in the BB gaming state. RB wins the prize. When one of the conditions that a predetermined number of times (for example, 12 times) a game is completed, that a predetermined number of times (for example, 8 times) a winning is realized, or that a BB gaming state is ended is established. The transition condition is satisfied, and the gaming state shifts to the general gaming state, the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state, or the BB general gaming state.

  The generation condition of the CT general gaming state is that a CT, which will be described later, wins, or that the CG state ends during the CT gaming state. The transition condition is established when the CT gaming state ends or the CG state starts during the CT gaming state, and the gaming state transitions to the general gaming state or the CG state.

  In addition, when the RB or SB is internally won during the CT general gaming state, the gaming state shifts to the general gaming state or the carryover state. If the RB is won internally during the CG state, a challenge game is played with the internally won game, and if the RB wins in that game, the RB game state cannot be won. The game state is shifted to the carryover state. If the SB is won internally during the CG state, a challenge game is played with the internally won game, and if the SB wins in that game, the SB game state cannot be won. The game state is shifted to the general game state.

  The condition for generating the CG state is that a specific condition is established in the CT general gaming state, or that the SCT wins. In the CT general game state, when the SCT wins, the CG state occurs instead of the SCT state. When a predetermined number of times (for example, once or a plurality of times) the game is completed, the transition condition is established, and the gaming state shifts to the general gaming state or the CT general gaming state.

  The CG state that occurs during CT1 that is started when the CT prize is won and the predetermined condition is met is hereinafter referred to as a “CG state during CT1”. In addition, a CG state that occurs during CT2, which is triggered by the establishment of a CT prize and a predetermined condition, is hereinafter referred to as a “CG state during CT2.”

  With reference to FIG.4 and FIG.5, a combination, a symbol combination, and a payout number are demonstrated.

  BB winning is realized by arranging “red 7-red 7-red 7” along the active line.

  CT winning is realized by arranging “white 7-white 7-white 7” along the active line.

  RB winning is realized by arranging “red 7-red 7-white 7” along the active line.

  The SB winning is realized by arranging “Bell-Bell-Replay” along the active line.

  SCT winning is realized by arranging “Replay-Replay-Bell” along the active line.

  Replay winning is realized by arranging “Replay-Replay-Replay” along the active line. When the replay wins, the same number of medals as the number of inserted medals are automatically inserted, so that the player can play the next game without consuming the medals. In other words, the replay is a role that allows a game to be performed without winning game value by winning.

  In addition, the combinations of symbols that the “watermelon small part”, “bell small part”, “upper chile small part”, and “lower chile small part” are awarded are as illustrated.

  Here, the winnings of “upper Chile's small role” and “lower Chile's small role” are displayed in the upper display window 4L as “Upper Chile (symbol 96)” and “Lower Chile (symbol 97)”, respectively. If you do it. Further, as shown in FIG. 2, the “upper dust” and the “lower dust” are arranged adjacent to each other on the left reel 3L.

  Accordingly, there may be a case where the winnings of the “upper Chile small part” and the “lower Chile small part” are formed in an overlapping manner (hereinafter, this case is referred to as a “decile small part”). In this case, the number of payouts is “9” or “15”.

  The winning of the JAC small role is realized by arranging “Bell-Replay-Bell” in the RB gaming state and the SB gaming state.

  In the general game state or carryover state, basically, a role other than the JAC small role may win. However, SB, SCT, CT and RB do not win in the BB carryover state. In addition, SB, SCT, BB, and RB do not win in the CT carryover state. In addition, SB, SCT, BB, and CT do not win in the RB carryover state. Further, in the RB carryover state (the RB carryover state during BB) during the BB gaming state, SB, SCT, BB, and CT are not won.

  In the CT general gaming state, a combination other than a small combination of BB, CT, RB, SB, and JAC may win a prize.

  In the CG state, a role other than the BB, CT, and JAC small roles may win, and in the SCG state, a role other than the JAC small role may win. In FIG. 4, the combination BB, the symbol combination “red 7-red 7-red 7” and the payout number 15 in the SCG state, and the combination CT, the symbol combination “white 7-white 7-white 7” in the SCG state, and The illustration of 15 payouts is omitted.

  In the BB general gaming state, an RB, a replay, a watermelon small part, a bell small part, an upper chile small part, or a lower chile small part may win.

  In the RB gaming state during the general gaming state, a replay or JAC small part may win, and in the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state, a RB, replay or JAC small part may win. .

  In the SB gaming state, a role other than a watermelon small part, a bell small part, an upper Chile small part, and a lower Chile small part may win.

  The probability lottery table will be described with reference to FIGS.

  FIG. 6 (1) shows a general gaming state probability lottery table. In the general game state, there is a case where any combination other than the JAC small combination is won internally.

  FIG. 6 (2) shows a CT gaming state probability lottery table. In the CT gaming state, there is a case where any combination other than a small combination of BB, CT, and JAC is won internally. In both cases of the CT general gaming state and the CG state, the internal winning combination is determined based on the probability lottery table shown in FIG. 6 (2), but the selection of the winning combination for stopping is performed in a different manner (the winning combination for stopping) Is determined based on different information (lottery value)).

  FIG. 7 (3) shows the SCG state probability lottery table. In the SCG state, there may be an internal win for any role other than the JAC small role.

  FIG. 7 (4) shows a BB general gaming state probability lottery table. In the BB general gaming state, RB, replay, watermelon small role, bell small role, group role, or lose (none) is won internally. While in the BB general gaming state, it may be possible to shift to the RB gaming state regardless of the internal winning combination, but as a condition for the gaming state to shift to the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state, the BB transiting state in the BB is used. And can be migrated.

  FIG. 7 (5) shows an RB gaming state probability lottery table in the general gaming state. In the RB gaming state, the player wins either a replay, a JAC small role, or a loss (none).

  FIG. 8 (6) shows the carry-over state probability lottery table. In the carryover state, the player wins either a replay, a watermelon small role, a bell small role, a group role, or a lose (none).

  FIG. 8 (7) shows a probability lottery table for the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state. In the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state, an internal winning is either RB, replay, JAC small role, or lose (none). Further, in the BB general gaming state and the RB carryover state during BB, a table obtained by removing RB from the above-mentioned BB general gaming state probability lottery table of FIG. 7 (4) is used. As for the lottery probability, only the probability of the winning combination RB is “0” (the probability of winning an internal winning for RB is 0), and the other winning combinations have the same probability (the probability of the loss can be changed). In the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state, and in the RB carryover state in the BB gaming state, a table (internal winning combination) in which the RB is excluded from the RB gaming state probability lottery table in the BB gaming state of FIG. As a table in which no RB is selected. As for the lottery probability, the probability of the winning combination RB is only “0”, and the other winning combinations have the same probability.

  FIG. 8 (8) shows the SB gaming state probability lottery table. In the SB gaming state, BB, CT, RB, SB, SCT, Replay, JAC small part, or lose (none) is won internally.

  Here, the probability lottery table is provided for each set value (setting) provided in a plurality of stages (for example, six stages), but the probability lottery table for each set value is omitted. The set value is basically a value set (selected) by the game store side, and the degree of player's advantage in the game (for example, the winning rate, the internal winning probability of the combination, etc.) varies depending on the set value. It has become. In the embodiment, “1” to “6” are provided as setting values. The probability of internally winning at least one of the roles such as BB, CT, RB, SB, and SCT is set to be different between at least any “two” set values. It is also possible to determine an internal winning combination using one probability lottery table for all set values, and to change the winning combination selection table for stop used for determination of the winning combination for stop described later according to the setting.

  With reference to FIG. 9, the winning combination selection table for stop will be described.

  In the stop winning combination selection table, for each internal winning combination and gaming state, a lottery value to be won for each stop winning combination is shown.

  The winning combination for stop is information used for stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. When the winning combination for stop is determined, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are allowed to stop and display the stop mode of the symbol or symbol combination corresponding to the symbol in the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. The stop is controlled. In addition, stop control is performed in a state where a symbol or symbol combination corresponding to a combination other than the winning combination for stop is not permitted.

  The lottery value is a value to be subtracted from the extracted random number value. When the lottery value is subtracted from the random value and the subtracted value is negative, information corresponding to the lottery value (stop winning combination) is selected. The extraction range of random numbers is “0” to “127”. For example, when the internal winning combination is replaying in the SCG state, when the extracted random number value is “30”, the lottery value “20” corresponding to the replay that is the winning winning combination is first subtracted from “30”. To do. The subtracted value is “10” (a positive value). Next, the lottery value “108” corresponding to all the small combinations that are the winning combination for stopping is subtracted from “10”. The subtracted value is negative. Accordingly, all the small combinations are selected as the winning combination for stopping.

  The maximum number of sliding symbols on the reel corresponding to the first stop operation is set to “1”, and the number of sliding symbols (maximum number of sliding symbols) on the reel corresponding to the second stop operation and the third stop operation is basically “ Set to 0 ”. However, when the winning combination for stopping does not include a small combination, the number of sliding symbols (maximum number of sliding symbols) is basically set to “1”.

  That is, when all the small roles are selected as the winning combination for stopping, winning of all the small roles is allowed, but the success or failure of the winning will depend on the operation timing of the stop button by the player. . Similarly, even if a winning combination other than replay is set for the winning winning combination, the success or failure of the winning combination depends on the operation timing of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R by the player.

  When the internal winning combination is BB, BB is selected as the winning combination for stopping in the general gaming state and the SB gaming state. On the other hand, in the SCG state, either BB or “BB and all small combinations” is selected as the winning combination for stopping.

  When the internal winning combination is CT, CT is selected as the winning combination for stopping in the general gaming state and the SB gaming state. On the other hand, in the SCG state, either CT or “CT and all small combinations” is selected as the winning combination for stopping.

  When the internal winning combination is RB, RB is selected as the stop winning combination in the general gaming state, the BB general gaming state, and the SB gaming state. On the other hand, in the SCG state, either RB or “RB and all small combinations” is selected as the winning combination for stopping. In the RB gaming state, RB or none (losing) is selected as the winning combination for stopping. Here, when the RB is won internally in the RB gaming state, the RB is carried over.

  When the internal winning combination is SB, SB is selected as the winning combination for stop in the general gaming state and the SB gaming state. On the other hand, in the SCG state, either SB or “SB and all small combinations” is selected as the winning combination for stopping.

  When the internal winning combination is SCT, in a gaming state other than the SCG state and the SB gaming state, SCT is selected as the winning combination for stopping. On the other hand, in the SCG state and the SB gaming state, either SCT or all the small combinations is selected as a winning combination for stopping (determining whether or not SCT winning is permitted in the SCG state by a predetermined lottery).

  Here, the game state of the game next to the game in which the SCT wins in the general game state is the SCG state. In this SCG state, when the SCT is internally won and SCT is selected as the winning combination for stoppage. The game state of the next game also becomes the SCG state. That is, with the SCT winning as a trigger, the gaming state of a plurality of consecutive games becomes the SCG state, and as a result, a pseudo high probability CG state occurs.

  However, the continuation condition of this pseudo high probability CG state is that SCT is selected as the winning combination for stop, and the pseudo high probability CG in the game where all the small roles are selected as the winning combination for stop. The state ends. Therefore, if the replay is not set as the winning combination for stopping during the pseudo high probability CG state, control is performed so that the number of sliding symbols (maximum number of sliding symbols) becomes “0”. Further, even during the CG state, the SCT may be internally won and a pseudo high probability CG state may occur, and the gaming state of a plurality of consecutive games may become the CG state.

  When the internal winning combination is replay, the replay is selected as the winning combination for stop in the general gaming state, the carryover state, the CT general gaming state, the BB general gaming state, the RB gaming state, and the SB gaming state. On the other hand, in the CG state during CT1, the CG state during CT2, and the SCG state, either replay or all small roles is selected as the winning combination for stopping (the selection probability may be different in each state). Is done.

  Here, the probability lottery tables used in the CG state during CT1, the CG state during CT2, and the SCG state (FIG. 6 (2), FIG. 7 (3)) have the highest probability of internal winning in replay. However, when an internal winning is made for the replay, the winning combination for stop is distributed to the replay or all the small roles.

  When the internal winning combination is a watermelon small combination, the watermelon small combination is selected as the stop winning combination in the general gaming state, the carryover state, the CT general gaming state, and the BB general gaming state. On the other hand, in the CG state during CT1, the CG state during CT2, and the SCG state, all small combinations are selected as the winning combination for stopping.

  When the internal winning combination is a bell small combination, the bell small combination is selected as a stop winning combination in the general gaming state, the carryover state, the CT general gaming state, and the BB general gaming state. On the other hand, in the CG state during CT1, the CG state during CT2, and the SCG state, all small combinations are selected as the winning combination for stopping.

  When the internal winning combination is a group role, in the general gaming state, the carryover state, the CT general gaming state, and the BB general gaming state, the upper Chile small role, the lower Chile small role, One of the small roles (upper Chile and lower Chile) is selected. There is the highest probability that a small part of the big dick will be selected as the winning winning combination.

  In addition, when the internal winning combination is a group role, in CT1 CG state and CT2 CG state, the upper Chile small role, the lower Chile small role, the Big Chile small role, and all small One of the roles is selected. In the CG state during CT1, there is the highest probability that a small winning combination (the number of payouts is “15”) will be selected as the winning combination for stopping, and in the CG state during CT2, the small winning combination ( The payout number “2”) is most likely to be selected (the probability of selecting each winning combination as a winning winning combination is different).

  Here, the end condition of the CT gaming state includes that the acquired number is equal to or greater than a predetermined number. Therefore, the expected value of the number of continued games in the CT gaming state that occurs when the CT assigned to CT1 wins is the continuous game of the CT gaming state that occurs when the CT assigned to CT2 wins. It becomes larger than the expected number of times. There are cases in which a variety of gaming properties can be realized by configuring so as to be able to generate a plurality of CT gaming states having different expected values of the number of continuous games.

  When the internal winning combination is a group combination, all small combinations are selected as the winning combination for stopping in the SCG state.

  When the internal winning combination is a JAC small combination, the JAC small combination is selected as the winning combination for stopping in the RB gaming state and the SB gaming state.

  When there is no internal winning combination (losing), in the general gaming state, the CT general gaming state, the BB general gaming state, the RB gaming state, and the SB gaming state, none (losing) is selected as the stopping winning combination. .

  Further, when there is no internal winning combination (losing), in the carryover state, the carryover combination is selected as the carryover combination as the stop winning combination. This carryover combination includes an RB carried over in the RB carryover state during BB. In the CT1 CG state, the CT2 CG state, and the SCG state, all small combinations are selected as the winning combination for stopping.

  Here, the winning winning combination selection table for stop is provided for each set value, but the probability lottery table for each set value is omitted. In the embodiment, the selection probability of the stop winning combination corresponding to at least one of the internal winning combinations is set to be different between at least any “two” set values. It is also possible to determine an internal winning combination by using one stop winning combination selection table for all set values, and to change a probability lottery table used for determination of a stopping winning combination to be described later according to the setting.

  10 is based on a main control circuit 71 that controls the game processing operation in the gaming machine 1, a peripheral device (actuator) that is electrically connected to the main control circuit 71, and a control command transmitted from the main control circuit 71. A circuit configuration including the liquid crystal display device 5, the speakers 21L and 21R, the LEDs 101 and the sub-control circuit 72 for controlling the lamps 102 is shown.

  The main control circuit 71 includes a microcomputer 30 disposed on a circuit board as a main component, and is added with a circuit for random number sampling. The microcomputer 30 includes a CPU 31 that performs a control operation according to a preset program, and a ROM 32 and a RAM 33 that are storage means.

  Connected to the CPU 31 are a clock pulse generation circuit 34 and a frequency divider 35 for generating a reference clock pulse, and a random number generator 36 and a sampling circuit 37 for generating a random number to be sampled. As a means for random number sampling, random number sampling may be executed in the microcomputer 30, that is, on the operation program of the CPU 31. In that case, the random number generator 36 and the sampling circuit 37 can be omitted, or can be left as a backup for the random number sampling operation.

  The ROM 32 of the microcomputer 30 has a probability lottery table (FIGS. 6 to 8) used for determination of random number sampling performed every time the start lever 6 is operated (start operation), and the reel stop according to the stop button operation. A stop table group for determining the mode, various control commands (commands) for transmission to the sub control circuit 72, and the like are stored. The sub control circuit 72 does not input commands, information, or the like to the main control circuit 71, and communication is performed in one direction from the main control circuit 71 to the sub control circuit 72. Various information is stored in the RAM 33. For example, a flag, game state information, and the like are stored.

  In the circuit of FIG. 10, BET lamps (1-BET lamp 9 a, 2-BET lamp 9 b, maximum BET lamp 9 c) and an information display section are the main actuators whose operation is controlled by a control signal from microcomputer 30. 18, a hopper (including a drive unit for payout) 40 that stores medals and pays out a predetermined number of medals according to a command from the hopper drive circuit 41, and a stepping motor 49L that rotates the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. 49C and 49R.

  Furthermore, a motor drive circuit 39 that drives and controls the stepping motors 49L, 49C, and 49R, a hopper drive circuit 41 that drives and controls the hopper 40, a lamp drive circuit 45 that drives and controls the BET lamps 9a, 9b, and 9c, and the information display unit 18 A display unit driving circuit 48 that controls the driving of the CPU 31 is connected to the output unit of the CPU 31. Each of these drive circuits receives a control signal such as a drive command output from the CPU 31 and controls the operation of each actuator.

  The main input signal generating means for generating an input signal necessary for the microcomputer 30 to generate a control command includes a start switch 6S, a 1-BET switch 11, a 2-BET switch 12, a maximum BET switch 13, There are a C / P switch 14, a medal sensor 22S, a reel stop signal circuit 46, a reel position detection circuit 50, and a payout completion signal circuit 51.

  The start switch 6S detects the operation of the start lever 6. The medal sensor 22S detects medals inserted into the medal insertion slot 22. The reel stop signal circuit 46 generates a stop signal in response to the operation of each stop button 7L, 7C, 7R. The reel position detection circuit 50 receives the pulse signal from the reel rotation sensor and supplies a signal for detecting the position of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R to the CPU 31. The payout completion signal circuit 51 generates a signal for detecting completion of medal payout when the count value (the number of medals paid out from the hopper 40) of the medal detection unit 40S reaches the designated number data.

  In the circuit of FIG. 10, a random number generator 36 generates a random number belonging to a certain numerical range, and a sampling circuit 37 samples one random number at an appropriate timing after the start lever 6 is operated. The winning combination is determined based on the random number thus sampled and the probability lottery table stored in the ROM 32.

  After the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is started, the number of drive pulses supplied to each of the stepping motors 49L, 49C, 49R is counted, and the counted value is written in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. From the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, reset pulses are obtained every rotation, and these pulses are input to the CPU 31 via the reel position detection circuit 50. The count value of the drive pulse counted in the RAM 33 is cleared to “0” by the reset pulse thus obtained. As a result, the RAM 33 stores the count value corresponding to the rotational position within the range of one rotation for each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R.

  A symbol table (not shown) is stored in the ROM 32 in order to associate the rotational positions of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R with the symbols drawn on the outer peripheral surface of the reel. In this symbol table, a code number that is sequentially given for each fixed rotation pitch of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R with reference to the rotation position where the reset pulse is generated, and a corresponding code number are provided. A symbol code indicating the displayed symbol is associated with the symbol.

  Furthermore, a winning symbol combination table (not shown) is stored in the ROM 32. In this winning symbol combination table, a winning symbol combination, a winning medal payout number, and a winning determination code representing the winning are associated with each other. The above winning symbol combination table is referred to when the left reel 3L, the central reel 3C, and the right reel 3R are controlled to stop, and when the winning is confirmed after all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are stopped.

  Based on the lottery process (probability lottery process) based on the random number sampling, the CPU 31 sends the operation signal sent from the reel stop signal circuit 46 at the timing when the player operates the stop button 7L, 7C, 7R, and the selected “ Based on the “stop table”, a signal for stopping the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is sent to the motor drive circuit 39.

  In the stop mode indicating winning of the winning combination, the CPU 31 supplies a payout command signal to the hopper driving circuit 41 and pays out a predetermined number of medals from the hopper 40. At that time, the medal detection unit 40S counts the number of medals to be paid out from the hopper 40, and when the count value reaches a designated number, a medal payout completion signal is input to the CPU 31. Thereby, CPU31 stops the drive of the hopper 40 via the hopper drive circuit 41, and complete | finishes a medal payout process.

  FIG. 11 is a block diagram showing a configuration of the sub control circuit 72. The sub control circuit 72 includes an image control circuit (gSub) 72a and a sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72b. The image control circuit (gSub) 72 a or the sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72 b is configured on a circuit board different from the circuit board constituting the main control circuit 71.

  Communication between the main control circuit 71 and the image control circuit (gSub) 72a is performed in one direction from the main control circuit 71 to the image control circuit (gSub) 72a, and the image control circuit (gSub) 72a is connected to the main control circuit. No command, information or the like is input to 71. Communication between the image control circuit (gSub) 72a and the sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72b is performed in one direction from the image control circuit (gSub) 72a to the sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72b. The sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72b does not input commands, information, etc. to the image control circuit (gSub) 72a.

  The image control circuit (gSub) 72a includes an image control microcomputer 81, a serial port 82, a program ROM 83, a work RAM 84, a calendar IC 85, an image control IC 86, a control RAM 87, an image ROM (CROM (character ROM)) 88, and a video RAM 89. The

  The image control microcomputer 81 includes a CPU, an interrupt controller, and an input / output port (a serial port is shown). The CPU provided in the image control microcomputer 81 performs various processes according to the control program stored in the program ROM 83 based on the command transmitted from the main control circuit 71. The image control circuit (gSub) 72a does not include a clock pulse generation circuit, a frequency divider, a random number generator, and a sampling circuit, but is configured to execute random number sampling on the operation program of the image control microcomputer 81. ing.

  The serial port 82 receives a command transmitted from the main control circuit 71. The program ROM 83 stores a control program (FIG. 16) executed by the image control microcomputer 81, the various tables described above, and the like. The work RAM 84 is configured as a temporary storage unit for work when the image control microcomputer 81 executes the control program described above. Various information is stored in the work RAM 83.

  The calendar IC 85 stores date data. An operation unit 17 is connected to the image control microcomputer 81. In the embodiment, the date etc. are set by operating the operation unit 17 by an employee of the game hall. The image control microcomputer 81 stores the date information set based on the input signal transmitted from the operation unit 17 in the calendar IC 85. The date information stored in the calendar IC 85 is backed up.

  The work RAM 84 and calendar IC 85 described above are backup targets. That is, even when the power supplied to the image control microcomputer 81 is shut off, the power is continuously supplied, and the stored information and the like are prevented from being erased.

  The image control IC 86 generates an image (FIG. 16 to be described later) corresponding to the effect content determined by the image control microcomputer 81 and outputs the image to the liquid crystal display device 5.

  The control RAM 87 is included in the image control IC 86. The image control microcomputer 81 writes and reads information and the like with respect to the control RAM 87. In the control RAM 87, a register of the image control IC 86, a sprite attribute table, and a color palette table are developed. The image control microcomputer 81 updates the register of the image control IC 86 and the sprite attribute table at predetermined timings.

  The image control IC 86 is connected to the liquid crystal display device 5, the image ROM 88, and the video RAM 89. The image ROM 88 may be connected to the image control microcomputer 81. In this case, the configuration may be effective when processing a large amount of image data such as three-dimensional image data. The image ROM 88 stores image data, dot data, and the like for generating an image. The video RAM 89 is configured as a temporary storage unit when an image is generated by the image control IC 86. The image control IC 86 transmits a signal to the image control microcomputer 81 every time data in the video RAM 89 is transferred to the liquid crystal display device 5.

  In the image control circuit (gSub) 72a, the image control microcomputer 81 also controls the effects of sound and lamps. The image control microcomputer 81 determines the type of sound / lamp and the output timing based on the determined effect. The image control microcomputer 81 transmits a command to the sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72b via the serial port 82 at every predetermined timing. In the sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72b, only the sound / lamp output is performed mainly in accordance with the command transmitted from the image control circuit (gSub) 72a (excluding the volume adjustment control described later). .

  The sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72b includes a sound / lamp control microcomputer 91, a serial port 92, a program ROM 93, a work RAM 94, a sound source IC 95, a power amplifier 96, and a sound source ROM 97.

  The sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 includes a CPU, an interrupt controller, and an input / output port (a serial port is shown). The CPU provided in the sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 performs sound / lamp output processing according to the control program stored in the program ROM 93 based on the command transmitted from the image control circuit (gSub) 72a. The sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 is connected to LEDs 101 and lamps 102. The sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 transmits an output signal to the LEDs 101 and the lamps 102 in response to a command transmitted from the image control circuit (gSub) 72a at a predetermined timing. As a result, the LEDs 101 and the lamps 102 emit light in a predetermined manner according to the effect.

  The serial port 92 receives a command or the like transmitted from the image control circuit (gSub) 72a. The program ROM 93 stores a control program executed by the sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 and the like. The work RAM 94 is configured as a temporary storage means for work when the sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 executes the control program described above.

  The sound source IC 95 generates a sound source based on the command transmitted from the image control circuit (gSub) 72 a and outputs the sound source to the power amplifier 96. The power amplifier 96 is an amplifier, and speakers 21L and 21R are connected to the power amplifier 96. The power amplifier 96 amplifies the sound source output from the sound source IC 95 and outputs the amplified sound source from the speakers 21L and 21R. The sound source ROM 97 stores sound source data (phrase etc.) for generating a sound source.

  The sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 is connected to a volume control unit 103. The volume control unit 103 can be operated by employees of the game hall and the like, and the volume output from the speakers 21L and 21R is adjusted. The sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 performs control to adjust the sound output from the speakers 21 </ b> L and 21 </ b> R to the input volume based on the input signal transmitted from the volume control unit 103.

  The control operation of the main control circuit 71 will be described with reference to the main flowcharts shown in FIGS.

  First, the CPU 31 performs initialization at the start of the game (step S1). Specifically, initialization of the storage contents of the RAM 33, initialization of communication data, and the like are performed. Subsequently, a predetermined storage content (information of a predetermined storage area (for example, an area for storing an internal winning combination)) in the RAM 33 at the end of the game is erased (step S2). Specifically, the data in the writable area of the RAM 33 used for the previous game is erased, the parameters necessary for the next game are written in the write area of the RAM 33, the start address of the sequence program of the next game is specified, etc. I do. Next, it is determined whether or not “30 seconds” have elapsed since the end of the previous game, that is, after all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R stopped (step S3). If this determination is “YES”, a “demo display command” requesting display of “demo image” is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72 (step S4). When the determination in step S3 is “NO”, the process proceeds to step S5.

  Next, the CPU 31 determines whether or not there is a request for automatic medal insertion, that is, whether or not a replay winning has been realized in the previous game (step S5). When this determination is “YES”, medals for the insertion request are automatically inserted (step S6), and the process proceeds to step S8. When the determination in step S5 is “NO”, it is determined whether or not there is an input from the medal sensor 22S or the BET switches 11 to 13 (step S7). When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S8, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S3.

  In step S <b> 8, a “BET command” indicating that the operation of the BET switches 11 to 13 or the operation of inserting medals has been performed is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not there is an input from the start switch 6S based on the operation of the start lever 6 (step S9). When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S10, and when “NO”, step S9 is repeated. In step S10, random numbers for lottery are extracted. The random numbers extracted in this process are used in the probability lottery process described later. Subsequently, a game state monitoring process is performed (step S11).

  Next, the CPU 31 performs a probability lottery process (step S12). In this probability lottery process, the probability lottery tables shown in FIGS. 6 to 8 are used, and the internal winning combination is determined according to the random number extracted in the process of step S10 and the gaming state. Further, in the probability lottery process, when the RB or SB is won internally in the CT gaming state, the gaming state is shifted to the carryover state (RB carryover state). Further, when the internal winning combination is CT, distribution to CT1 or CT2 is performed based on lottery, information related to the game, game operation of the player, and the like.

  Next, the winning winning combination determination process is performed (step S13). In the stop winning combination determination process, the stop winning combination selection table shown in FIG. 9 is used, and the stop winning combination is determined according to the internal winning combination determined in step S12 and the gaming state. Also, a winning line (table line selection) for arranging the symbol combinations corresponding to the winning combination for stopping is selected. Subsequently, stop table selection processing is performed (step S14), and the process proceeds to step S15. In step S15, a “start command” is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72, and the process proceeds to step S16 in FIG. The “start command” includes an internal winning combination, a winning combination for stopping, information on a gaming state, and the like.

  In step S16 in FIG. 13, it is determined whether or not “4.1 seconds” have elapsed since the previous game started (step S16). If this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S18. If "NO", the process proceeds to step S17. In step S17, a game start waiting time digestion process is performed, and the process proceeds to step S18. Specifically, an input based on an operation of starting a player's game is performed until a predetermined time (for example, “4.1 seconds” set in step S18 described later) has elapsed since the start of the previous game. Perform invalidation processing.

  In step S <b> 18, the CPU 31 sets a one-game monitoring timer in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. In the embodiment, the 1-game monitoring timer is set to “4.1” seconds, and a value indicating “4.1” seconds is set in the 1-game monitoring timer stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. To do. Subsequently, the CPU 31 sets an automatic stop timer in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 (step S19). The automatic stop timer is set to automatically stop the reels 3L, 3C, 3R regardless of the stop operation of the player's stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R. In the embodiment, the automatic stop timer is set to “30” seconds, and a value indicating “30” seconds is set in the automatic stop timer stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. The time set for the automatic stop timer is not limited to “30” seconds, and an arbitrary time can be set as appropriate. Subsequently, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are rotated (step S20), and the process proceeds to step S21.

  In step S21, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the stop button is “ON”. Specifically, it is determined whether any stop button 7L, 7C, 7R is operated by the player and an input is detected. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S22, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S25.

  In step S22 when the stop button is “ON”, the CPU 31 stores the stop operation identifier in a predetermined area of the RAM 33, and proceeds to step S23. The stop operation identifier is an identifier for specifying the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R that have detected the input and specifying the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R to be stopped. For example, if the stop button that detected the input is the left stop button 7L, “0” is set as the stop operation identifier. If the stop button that detected the input is the center stop button 7C, “1” is set as the stop operation identifier. Furthermore, if the stop button that has detected the input is the right stop button 7R, “2” is set as the stop operation identifier.

  In step S23, the CPU 31 adds “1” to the stop operation number counter stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 33, and proceeds to step S24. The stop operation number counter is a counter for converting the number of stop buttons that have detected an input among the three stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R. For example, when no input is detected, the stop operation number counter is “0”. When the first stop operation is performed, the stop operation number counter is updated to “1” and the second stop operation is performed. When the third stop operation is performed, the stop operation number counter is updated to “3”.

  In step S24, the CPU 31 transmits a stop operation command to the sub control circuit 72, and proceeds to step S29. The stop operation command includes the above-described stop operation identifier information and stop operation number counter information. The sub control circuit 72 specifies the type of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R that have detected the input and the number of stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R that have detected the input based on the stop operation command.

  In step S25 when the stop button is not “ON”, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the value of the stop operation number counter stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 33 is “1” or more. That is, it is determined whether or not any one of the three stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R detects the input of the stop button. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S21, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S26. As described above, when the value of the stop operation number counter is “1” or more, that is, when any one of the stop button inputs is detected, regardless of the automatic stop timer (that is, an automatic stop flag described later is set). The variable display of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is not stopped until the input of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R corresponding to the reels 3L, 3C, 3R being displayed in a variable manner is detected. be able to.

  In step S26 when no input of any of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R is detected, it is determined whether or not the value of the automatic stop timer stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 is “0”. That is, it is determined whether or not “30 seconds” has elapsed. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S27, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S21. As described above, the value of the automatic stop timer becomes “0” only when the value of the stop operation number counter is “0”, that is, when the input of any of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R is not detected. Thus, the variable display of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be stopped without detecting the input of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R.

  In step S27 when the value of the automatic stop timer is “0”, the automatic stop flag stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 33 is turned on, and the process proceeds to step S28. Here, when the automatic stop flag is updated to ON, the variable display of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is automatically stopped. At this time, the internal winning combination determined by the probability lottery table and the winning combination for stopping are displayed. Regardless, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are controlled to stop so that a combination of symbols corresponding to the loss wins on the effective line. That is, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are controlled to stop on the active line so that a combination of symbols corresponding to the internal winning combination or the winning combination for stopping is not won. In this process, when the CPU 31 determines that the gaming state is the CG state or the SCG state, the CPU 31 does not turn on the automatic stop flag even if the condition for turning on the automatic stop flag is satisfied. Further, when the automatic stop flag is updated to ON, the fluctuation display of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is automatically stopped, but the order of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R to be automatically stopped is any order. In this embodiment, the automatic stop is performed in the order of the left reel 3L, the center reel 3C, and the right reel 3R.

  In step S28, an automatic stop command is transmitted to the sub control circuit 72, and the process proceeds to step S29. The automatic stop command includes information indicating that the automatic stop flag is on. The sub control circuit 72 specifies that the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are automatically stopped based on the automatic stop command. In this process, when the CPU 31 determines that the gaming state is the CG state or the SCG state, the CPU 31 does not transmit an automatic stop command to the sub control circuit 72.

  In step S29, the CPU 31 performs a sliding frame number determination process which will be described later with reference to FIG. Subsequently, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R corresponding to the stopped stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R corresponding to the number of sliding frames determined in step S29 are rotated and then stopped (step S30). Subsequently, it is determined whether or not all the reels are stopped (step S31). When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S32, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S21. When all the reels are stopped, the CPU 31 updates the automatic stop flag stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 33 to OFF, updates the stop operation number counter to “0”, and sets the stop operation identifier. clear.

  In step S32, an “all reel stop command” indicating that all reels have been stopped is transmitted to the sub control circuit 72, and the process proceeds to step S33 in FIG.

  In step S33 of FIG. 14, the CPU 31 performs a winning search. The winning search is to set a winning flag for identifying a winning combination (winning winning combination) based on the pattern stop mode of the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. Specifically, a winning combination is identified based on a code number of symbols arranged along the center line 8c and a winning determination table. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the winning flag is normal (step S34). Specifically, when the winning combination is “losing (none)”, it is determined (determined) as “normal (“ YES ”)” regardless of the gaming state. When the winning combination is included in the winning combination for determination, it is determined as “normal (“ YES ”)” regardless of the gaming state.

  When the winning combination is not included in the determination winning combination, if the gaming state is other than the CG state or the SCG state, it is determined as “illegal (“ NO ”)”. If the winning combination is not included in the winning combination for determination and the gaming state is CG or SCG, “Illegal” if the winning combination is a bonus (BB, CT, SCT, RB, SB, etc.) or replay. ("NO") ". When the winning combination is not included in the winning combination for determination, when the gaming state is the CG state or the SCG state, the winning combination is other than the bonus (BB, CT, SCT, RB, SB, etc.) and replay. Determined as normal (“YES”).

  The determination winning combination (operating condition device) in the process of step S34 includes an internal winning combination obtained as a result of the probability lottery process (step S12 in FIG. 12), a gaming state, an internal winning combination, a winning combination, etc. And a carryover combination obtained as a result of the game state update (step S38 in FIG. 14 described later) based on the game state.

  For example, in the case where the bell small role is selected as the internal winning combination in the probability lottery process (step S12 in FIG. 12) in the unit game in the BB carryover state (the carryover combination is BB), the determination winning combination in the game is: It becomes a small part of BB and Bell. When a watermelon small combination is selected as an internal winning combination in the probability lottery process in the unit game in the general gaming state, the determination winning combination in the game becomes a watermelon small combination. The winning combination for stopping obtained as a result of the determination of the winning combination for stopping (step S13 in FIG. 12) is not included in the winning combination for determination.

  If the determination in step S34 is “NO”, an illegal error is displayed (step S35). In this case, the game is canceled. If the determination in step S34 is "YES", a medal credit or payout is performed according to the winning combination and the gaming state (step S36). Subsequently, the acquired number is updated (step S37).

  Next, the CPU 31 updates the gaming state based on the gaming state, internal winning combination, winning combination, etc. (step S38). Specifically, when BB, CT, or RB is won internally, the game state is updated (transferred) to the carryover state, and any of BB, CT, or RB corresponding to the carryover state is set as the carryover combination To do. Also, the BB gaming state is updated when BB wins, the CT gaming state when CT wins, and the RB gaming state when RB wins. Also, the SCG state is updated when the SCT is won, and the SB game state is updated when the SB is won. When winning a bonus combination (BB, CT, RB, etc.), the carryover combination is cleared (erased). In addition, the game state is updated from the SB game state or the SCG state to the general game state. When the winning combination is replay, information indicating that the winning combination is replay is stored. Based on this information, it is determined whether or not to automatically insert medals when the next game starts (step S5 in FIG. 12). If the determination in step S5 is made, the information indicating that the winning combination is replay is cleared.

  Next, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the current gaming state is an RB gaming state generated during the general gaming state (step S39). When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S40, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S41.

  In step S40, an RB gaming state control process is performed, and the process proceeds to step S2 in FIG. In the RB gaming state control process in step S40, updating the number information (game number, winning number), determining whether to maintain the RB gaming state or to shift to the general gaming state based on the number information, etc. Do.

  When the determination in step S39 is “NO”, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is the CT gaming state (step S41). When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S42, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S43.

  In step S42, a CT gaming state control process is performed, and the process proceeds to step S2 in FIG. In the CT gaming state control process of step S42, the information on the acquired number is updated, the transition (switching) of the gaming state between the CT general gaming state and the CG state, and whether or not the transition to the general gaming state is made based on the acquired number. Make decisions.

  When the determination in step S41 is “NO”, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is the BB gaming state (step S43). When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S44, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S2 in FIG.

  In step S44, a BB gaming state control process is performed, and the process proceeds to step S45. In the BB gaming state control process in step S44, the information on the acquired number of games is updated, the gaming state is shifted from the BB general gaming state to the RB gaming state, and whether or not to shift to the general gaming state is determined based on the acquired number. Do.

  Next, in step S45, it is determined whether or not the RB gaming state. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S46, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S2 in FIG.

  In step S46, an RB gaming state control process is performed, and the process proceeds to step S2 in FIG. In the RB gaming state control process of step S46, updating of the number information (game number, winning number), determination of whether to maintain the RB gaming state or shift to the BB general gaming state based on the number information, etc. I do.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 15, the sliding frame number determination process performed in step S29 of FIG. 13 will be described.

  First, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the current gaming state is a CG state or an SCG state (step S51). When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S52, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S56. In step S52, the maximum number of sliding frames is set to “1”, and the process proceeds to step S53. In step S53, it is determined whether or not the winning combination for stop includes a small combination. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S54, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S57.

  In step S54, it is determined whether or not the current reel stop control corresponds to the first stop operation. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S57, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S55. In step S55, if the winning combination for stopping is all the small roles in the CG state or the SCG state and the reel stop control corresponds to the second stop operation or the third stop operation, The number is set to “0” and the process proceeds to step S58.

  If the determination in step S51 is “NO”, that is, if the game state is other than the CG state or the SCG state, the maximum number of sliding symbols is set to “4” (step S56), and the process proceeds to step S57. In step S57, the number of sliding symbols is determined based on the BET number, the gaming state, the internal winning combination, the winning combination for stopping, the maximum number of sliding symbols, the automatic stop flag, etc., and the process proceeds to step S30 in FIG.

  In the process of step S57, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the above-described automatic stop flag is on. If it is determined that the automatic stop flag is not on, the winning combination such as an internal winning combination or a winning combination for stopping is determined. Regardless of the above, the number of sliding symbols for performing so-called kicking control (control to prevent winning) is determined based on the above-mentioned maximum number of sliding symbols. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent winning from being established regardless of the player's operation (that is, by automatic stop), and to reduce gambling. In the embodiment, when all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are controlled to stop without detecting the input of the corresponding stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R (that is, when automatically stopped). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the input of the corresponding stop button 7L, 7C, 7R is performed for any one or a plurality of reels 3L, 3C, 3R. When the stop control is performed without being detected, the above-described kicking control may be performed.

  In the embodiment, it is determined whether or not at least one of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R has been operated. If it is determined that any one of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R has been operated, So-called kicking control (control for preventing winning) is not performed, and the system waits until the input of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R is detected. According to such a configuration, it is possible to avoid that a winning is not established regardless of the player's operation (that is, by automatic stop). That is, in the gaming machine 1 according to the embodiment, when the stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is performed regardless of the operation of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R (that is, when the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are automatically stopped), Regardless of whether or not the winning combination for stopping, etc., the control is performed so that the combination of symbols indicating a prize is not arranged along the active line. However, since at least one of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R is operated, control is performed so that the rotation of at least one of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R does not automatically stop. Even though the winning combination is determined, it is possible to avoid that no winning is achieved. In addition, when a winning combination is implemented only by the stop mode of any one of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, such as “upper part of upper dust” and “small part of lower dust” in the embodiment Depending on the stop mode of the reel (in the embodiment, the stop mode of the reel 3L indicates “upper dust” or “lower dust” in the display window 4L, and the other reels 3C and CR are rotating. Since the kick control cannot be performed, the above-described control can achieve the purpose of avoiding the winning without being operated by the player.

  Here, when the determination in step S53 is “NO”, if step S57 is performed, the maximum number of sliding symbols is “in the stop control of all reels corresponding to the first stop operation to the third stop operation”. Within the range of 1 ″, the drawing combination control (control for realizing maximum winning) corresponding to the combination other than the small combination is performed. Further, in the determination in step S53, it may be determined whether or not the winning combination for stop includes a small combination other than a JAC small combination.

  If step S57 is performed when the determination in step S54 is "YES", the winning combination for stopping is all the combinations, and the maximum slip is only performed for the reel stop control corresponding to the first stop operation. Stop control is performed within the range where the number of frames is “1”. In this stop control, it can be determined by lottery or the like whether the symbol corresponding to which combination is given priority.

  In step S58, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the current reel stop control corresponds to the third stop operation. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S59, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S30 in FIG. In step S59, it is determined whether or not the winning combination (winning combination) and the winning combination for stopping are inconsistent. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S60, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S30 in FIG. In step S60, the number of sliding frames is set to “1” in order to avoid erroneous replays, and the process proceeds to step S30 in FIG.

  In step S59, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the above-described automatic stop flag is on. When it is determined that the automatic stop flag is not on, in step S60, regardless of the player's operation ( In other words, the number of sliding symbols may be set to “1” in order to avoid winning a prize (by so-called automatic stop).

  Next, the automatic stop time passage notification display control process performed by the sub-control circuit 72 will be described with reference to FIG.

  First, the image control microcomputer 81 determines whether a start command is received from the main control circuit 71 (step S61). Upon receiving the start command, the image control microcomputer 81 determines that the start lever 6 is operated by the player and rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is started. If this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S62. If “NO”, the process waits until a start command is received from the main control circuit 71 without performing the subsequent processing.

  In step S62 that has received the start command, the image control microcomputer 81 performs automatic stop time elapsed notification display mode processing. In this automatic stop time elapsed notification display mode process, the image control microcomputer 81 sets a value indicating “30” seconds to the automatic stop timer stored in a predetermined area of the work RAM 84, and updates the set value at an appropriate timing. The process to start is started. Thereby, the sub-control circuit 72 can also measure the time until the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are automatically stopped. In this case, it is preferable to set the automatic stop timer at a timing such that there is no error (or very little) from the timing at which the main control circuit 71 sets the automatic stop timer. The time set for the automatic stop timer is not limited to “30” seconds, and an arbitrary time can be set as appropriate.

  The image control microcomputer 81 outputs an image generation command to the image control IC 86 based on the value of the automatic stop timer to be updated, causes the image control IC 86 to generate an image based on the value of the automatic stop timer, and displays the liquid crystal display. The apparatus 5 is made to output. As a result, an image indicating the time until automatic stop is displayed as shown in FIG. 17 on the display screen 5a of the liquid crystal display device 5. As shown in FIG. 17, on the display screen 5a of the liquid crystal display device 5, an image for notifying the player of the time until the automatic stop such as “29 seconds until automatic stop” is displayed. In the embodiment, an image to be counted down is displayed from “30” seconds to “29” seconds, “28” seconds... Based on the value of the automatic stop timer. At this time, a character, a background, or the like may be displayed.

  Further, the image control microcomputer 81 determines a sound / lamp output pattern based on the value of the automatic stop timer. Then, a sound / lamp output command including decision information such as a sound / lamp output pattern is output to the sound / lamp control microcomputer 91. The sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 outputs light according to the countdown display from the LEDs 101 and the lamps 102 based on the sound / lamp output command, and the sound effects and sounds adjusted to the countdown display from the speakers 21L and 21R. Output audio.

  Thus, by notifying the player of the time until the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are automatically stopped, the player recognizes the time until the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are automatically stopped. And can be used as a guide when operating the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, so that the player's interest in games can be improved. Further, when the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are automatically stopped, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are controlled to be stopped so that a winning combination is not established even if the winning combination is determined. Therefore, by notifying the time until the automatic stop, it is possible to prompt the player to operate the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, even though the winning combination is determined as a winning combination. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the disadvantage of the player due to the absence of winning.

  Next, the image control microcomputer 81 determines whether or not a stop operation command has been received from the main control circuit 71 (step S63). The stop operation command includes stop operation identifier information and stop operation number counter information. Upon receiving the stop operation command, the image control microcomputer 81 determines that the stop button 7L, 7C, 7R has been operated by the player and an input has been detected. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S64, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S65.

  In step S64 when the stop operation command is received, the image control microcomputer 81 performs normal display mode processing, and proceeds to step S61. In this normal display mode process, the process of notifying the time until automatic stop, such as the display of the image of FIG. 17 displayed on the liquid crystal display device 5 in the process of step S62 described above, is ended, and the normal effect process I do. For example, an effect image including a character and a background may be displayed. Thereby, it is possible to notify the time from when the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are started to being automatically stopped until the input of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R is detected.

  In step S65 when the stop operation command is not received, the image control microcomputer 81 determines whether or not an automatic stop command is received. The automatic stop command includes information indicating that the automatic stop flag is on. Upon receiving the automatic stop command, the image control microcomputer 81 updates the value of the automatic stop timer of the main control circuit 71 to “0” and determines that the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are automatically stopped. When this determination is “YES”, the process proceeds to step S66, and when “NO”, the process proceeds to step S61.

  In step S66 when the automatic stop command is received, normal display mode processing is performed, and the process proceeds to step S61. In this normal display mode process, the process of notifying the time until automatic stop, such as the display of the image of FIG. 17 displayed on the liquid crystal display device 5 in the process of step S62 described above, is ended, and the normal effect process I do. For example, an effect image including a character and a background may be displayed. As a result, it is possible to notify the time until the automatic stop is performed from the start of the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R until the automatic stop timer becomes “0” and the automatic stop is performed.

  The embodiment has been described above. The gaming machine 1 of the embodiment is a gaming machine having the following configuration.

  A game start command means (for example, a start lever 6 and a start switch 6S) for outputting a game start command signal (for example, a start signal) for instructing the start of a unit game, and a plurality of symbols are changed according to an operation by the player. Fluctuation display means having a plurality of displayable display portions (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R, display windows 4L, 4C, 4R, stepping motors 49L, 49C, 49R, motor drive circuit 39, CPU 31) and the game Based on the input of the start command signal, a winning combination determining means for determining a predetermined combination as a winning combination (for example, an internal winning combination, a winning combination for stopping) (for example, probability lottery processing in step S12, stop in step S13) A winning display determining process) and a corresponding variation display unit provided in correspondence with each of the plurality of variation display units, according to an operation by the player. Stop command means (for example, stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, reel stop signal circuit 46) for outputting a stop command signal (for example, a stop signal) for commanding stop, and the winning command when the stop command signal is input. Based on the combination, the variable display control means for stopping the corresponding variation display unit (for example, the sliding frame number determination process in step S29), and the winning combination is a specific combination (for example, BB, CT, RB, SB, SCT). , Replay, watermelon small part, bell small part, upper chile small part, lower chile small part, decachil small part, JAC small part), and a specific stop mode ( For example, when the symbol combination shown in FIG. 4 or FIG. 5 is stopped and displayed on the variation display means, game value giving means for giving a specific game value to the player (for example, granting of medals in step S36, etc.) And a time measuring means for measuring a time after the fluctuation display means starts the fluctuation display (for example, an automatic stop timer in step S19 is set). Processing, processing related to monitoring of the automatic stop timer in step S26), the winning combination is the specific combination, and the time measured by the time measuring means is a specific time (for example, 30 seconds). As a condition, automatic stop means (for example, an automatic stop timer of step S26) that causes the change display means to stop display different from the specific stop aspect (for example, loss) regardless of the input of the stop command signal. A process related to monitoring, a process of updating the automatic stop flag in step S27 to ON, a sliding frame number determination process in step S29), and the fluctuation display means is the fluctuation table. Time information notifying means for notifying the time information from the start of the display to the specific time measured by the time measuring means (for example, the automatic stop time elapsed notification display control process of FIG. 16, the liquid crystal display device 5, the speaker 21L) , 21R, LEDs 101, lamps 102, and sub-control circuit 72).

  Further, as a specific aspect of the gaming machine, the time information notifying unit measures the time measuring unit after the variable display unit starts the variable display on the condition that the stop command signal is input. You may make it complete | finish notifying the time information to the said specific time to do.

  In addition, as a specific aspect of the gaming machine, the time information notifying unit may start the variable display on the condition that the time measured by the time measuring unit is a specific time. To notify the time information from the time measuring means to the specific time measured by the time measuring means.

  It should be noted that the gaming machine 1 of the embodiment, game start command means, variation display means, winning combination determination means, stop command means, variation display control means, game value provision means, time measurement means, specific time, automatic stop The specific configurations of the means and the time information notification means are not limited to the elements of the above-described embodiments, and can be arbitrarily changed.

  In the gaming machine 1 of the embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 5 is used to display a notification image as shown in FIG. 17, for example, to notify the player of the time until the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are automatically stopped. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a liquid crystal display device provided on the front surface of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is adopted to display a notification image, and the player is notified of the time until automatic stop. It is also good.

  Further, in the embodiment, as shown in FIG. 17, an image to be counted down is displayed from “30” seconds to “29” seconds, “28” seconds... Based on the value of the automatic stop timer. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the countdown display may be displayed in units smaller than 1 second (such as a general stopwatch). Further, the display is not limited to a number, and any display is possible as long as it displays the time until automatic stop, for example, an image showing a second hand of a clock. Moreover, a count-up display may be used. Thereby, the interest for the player's game may be improved. In addition, the display example shown in FIG. 17 adopted in the gaming machine 1 of the embodiment is merely an example of notification, and the displayed image and effect content can be arbitrarily changed.

  Further, the time information notifying means may be configured so that the fluctuation display means is provided on the condition that the time measured by the time measuring means is a predetermined time (for example, 20 seconds) before reaching a specific time (for example, 30 seconds). Time information from the start of the variable display to the specific time measured by the time measuring means may be notified. For example, when the image control microcomputer 81 receives a start command, it counts the time (for example, 30 seconds) until automatic stop (sets an automatic stop timer), and when a predetermined time (for example, 20 seconds) has elapsed, A method of performing notification by controlling the liquid crystal display device 5 or the like is applicable. Thereby, for example, the player can be notified of the passage of time since the remaining 10 seconds. Accordingly, notification can be performed at a necessary timing, and the possibility that the player may feel troublesome notification is reduced, and the player can be made aware that there is little remaining time until automatic stop. In addition, it is suitable for preventing a player's disadvantage due to the fact that a winning combination is not established even though a winning combination is determined as a winning combination.

  In addition to the liquid crystal display device, for example, a display device such as a 7-segment LED may be adopted to execute the effect. In the gaming machine 1 of the embodiment, a method of displaying the time until automatic stop on the information display unit 18 can be applied.

  Moreover, you may make it alert | report the time until it outputs an audio | voice by the speakers 9L and 9R and stops automatically. For example, it is possible to apply a method of outputting a sound in units of one second until the automatic stop and counting down or counting up. In addition, a method of generating a predetermined BGM, sound effect, etc. by starting rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and changing the tempo, rhythm, volume, etc. as time elapses until automatic stop is applicable. It is. For example, when “10” seconds have elapsed from the start of rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R, “20” seconds have elapsed, etc., and the set reference time has elapsed, and the set time has elapsed. It is possible to apply changes depending on the case. Even if it does in this way, while being able to alert | report the time to an automatic stop, the interesting production which improves the interest with respect to a player's game can be performed.

  Moreover, you may make it alert | report the time until it light-emits LED101 or lamps 102, etc. and it stops automatically. For example, a method of causing a predetermined LED or lamp to emit light by starting rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R and changing a light emission color, a light emission pattern, or the like as time passes can be applied. For example, a button lamp (an LED lamp capable of emitting three colors) is provided to illuminate the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, which is provided on the back or inside of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R. To change. When “10” seconds have elapsed from the start of rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, or when “20” seconds have elapsed, a time that is a reference for change is set, and light emission occurs when the set time has elapsed. A method of changing the color from “blue” → “green” → “red” can be applied. Further, a method of blinking the button lamp and changing a blinking pattern (for example, blinking interval) can be applied. Moreover, not only a button lamp but an upper lamp, a side lamp, etc. of a game machine are applicable, for example. Even if it does in this way, while being able to alert | report the time to an automatic stop, the interesting production which improves the interest with respect to a player's game can be performed.

  Moreover, it is good also as alert | reporting the time until an automatic stop combining the image, sound, and light which were mentioned above. Thereby, it is suitable for making the player recognize the time until the automatic stop, and it is possible to perform an interesting effect that improves the interest of the player in the game.

  In the embodiment, the stop operation identifier and the stop operation number counter are used. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a stop reel identifier and a stop reel number counter may be used. The stop reel identifier is an identifier for specifying the stopped reel. For example, if the stopped reel is the left reel 3L, the stop reel identifier is “0”. If the stopped reel is the central reel 3C, the stopped reel identifier is “1”. If the stopped reel is the right reel 3R, the stop reel identifier is “2”. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  In this embodiment, the automatic stop flag is turned on on condition that the value of the stop operation number counter is “0” and the value of the automatic stop timer is “0”. When at least one of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is variably displayed (when the value of the stop operation number counter is “1” or more), the value of the automatic stop timer is “0”. You may make it turn on on condition that it became. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  In the embodiment, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are not controlled according to the player's operation, and the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are triggered when the value of the automatic stop timer becomes “0”. When the stop control is performed, the kick-off control is performed regardless of the winning combination such as the internal winning combination or the stopping winning combination, but the special winning combination is determined (for example, the internal winning combination) A configuration in which kick control is not performed may be applied when replay is determined as a winning combination. As a specific method in this case, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the internal winning combination (or winning combination for stoppage) in the game is a special winning combination (for example, replay) in the sliding frame number determination process (see FIG. 15). If a special winning combination is determined as an internal winning combination, in step S57 (or step S60), a slip that can realize the winning regardless of the automatic stop flag described above. A method of determining the number of frames can be applied.

  Further, a configuration may be added in which a notification that the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are about to be automatically stopped is about to be made immediately before 30 seconds have passed since the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R started to rotate. As a specific method, when the sub control circuit 72 determines that the stop operation command has not been received even though 20 seconds have elapsed after receiving the start command, the speaker 21 outputs a specific sound. , 21R can be applied. Instead of the speakers 21L and 21R, the liquid crystal display device 5 may be controlled to display a specific image. According to such a configuration, even if the winning combination is determined, if the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R are not operated, the player's trouble due to the fact that the winning is not established. Profits can be prevented beforehand.

  In addition, when the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are automatically stopped, a configuration may be added that notifies that a winning combination is not established even if a winning combination is determined. As a specific method, when the sub control circuit 72 determines that a stop operation command has not been received even though a predetermined time (for example, 20 seconds) has elapsed since the start command was received, A method of controlling the liquid crystal display device 5 and displaying a specific image can be applied. According to such a configuration, even if the winning combination is determined, if the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R are not operated, the player's trouble due to the fact that the winning is not established. Profits can be prevented beforehand.

  In addition, when at least one reel 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped by detecting an input of a stop button based on the player's operation among the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R, the automatic stop is not performed. A configuration for performing the notification may be added. As a specific method, a method of controlling the liquid crystal display device 5 to display a specific image when the sub control circuit 72 receives at least one stop operation command can be applied. Thereby, the player can be prompted to operate the stop button corresponding to the remaining rotating reels.

  In the embodiment, “30” seconds is applied as the specific time, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be “20” seconds, “40” seconds, or a different value for each game (unit game). Also, a predetermined lottery is performed when an automatic stop timer is set (for example, a process for setting a one-game monitoring timer in step S19, a start switch 6 is operated, or a reel rotation process in step S20). Means may be provided and a configuration for determining the value may be added. Further, a period during which a relatively small value is set and a period during which a relatively large value is set may be provided. For example, in a period in which relatively small values are set continuously, it can be expected that the game speed is increased so that the player is not disadvantaged and the operation of the gaming machine 1 is improved.

  Also, when the value of the automatic stop timer becomes “0”, the type of the reel that is variably displayed, specifically, the reel of any one or two of the left reel 3L, the center reel 3C, and the right reel 3R Whether or not the automatic stop flag is turned on may be determined depending on whether or not is displayed in a variable manner. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  For example, when the value of the automatic stop timer becomes “0” and the reel that is variably displayed is the left reel 3L, the automatic stop flag is turned on, and the reel that is variably displayed The automatic stop flag may not be turned on for the reels (the center reel 3C and the right reel 3R). This reel setting can be set as appropriate.

  As another example, when the value of the automatic stop timer becomes “0”, if the reels that are variably displayed are a combination of the left reel 3L and the center reel 3C, the automatic stop flag is turned on. Thus, when the reels that are variably displayed are a combination of the other two reels (a combination of the center reel 3C and the right reel 3R or a combination of the left reel 3L and the right reel 3R), the automatic stop flag is not turned on. You may do it. These reels can be set as appropriate.

  Furthermore, you may make it consider the order which stopped. For example, when the left reel 3L is stopped as the first stop operation and then the central reel 3C is stopped as the second stop operation, the automatic stop flag is turned on. The stop flag may not be turned on. These reels can be set as appropriate. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  In addition, when the value of the automatic stop timer becomes “0” and the symbol of the stopped reel is a specific symbol, for example, symbol 96 or symbol 97 of the left reel 3L is stopped and displayed on the active line. If it is, the automatic stop flag is not turned on, and stop control may be performed so that other winning combinations (bells, watermelons, etc.) do not overlap and win.

  Further, when the specific combination is “replay”, the winning probability or winning probability is higher than other specific combinations (for example, “BB”, “RB”, “CT”, “small role”, etc.). May be set. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  In addition, when the specific combination is “replay”, the combination of symbols corresponding to “replay” may be displayed on the active line even if the automatic stop flag is turned on. , “BB”, “RB”, “CT”, “small role”, etc.) may not display the combination of symbols corresponding to the specific role on the active line. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  Further, the automatic stop flag may be turned on regardless of the gaming state as long as the conditions for turning on the automatic stop flag are satisfied, and only in a specific gaming state (for example, a general gaming state). Alternatively, it may not be performed in a specific gaming state. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  In addition, when the gaming state is the CG state or the SCG state, the automatic stop flag is not turned on even if the condition for turning on the automatic stop flag is satisfied. The maximum number of sliding symbols may be “4”, and the combination of symbols that stop on the active line may be “lost” regardless of the internal winning combination or the winning combination for stopping. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  Furthermore, the specific combination is not limited to one combination, and may be a plurality of or all of BB, RB, SB, CT, CG, SCG, small combination, and replay. Further, the specific combination may be grouped into groups such as a first combination and a second combination, and the first combination and the second combination may be different. In addition, the 1st combination and the 2nd combination may have a common combination, and it is not necessary that all the combinations are the same. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  In addition, in the case of a unit game won for a specific combination, a specific combination wins regardless of the player's operation timing on the condition that the specific time has elapsed since the start of reel rotation. It is also possible to perform stop control of the rotating reel so that a combination of symbols that does not occur is stopped and displayed along the active line. “On condition that the time from the start of reel rotation has passed a specific time” means that “a plurality or all of the reels are in rotation display and the time from the start of reel rotation is a specific time. It may be `` on condition that it has passed '', or `` on condition that the reel that has already stopped has displayed a specific symbol and the time from the start of reel rotation has passed a specified time. , ". In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  Further, in the case of a unit game that has been won for the first combination, the first combination is performed regardless of the player's operation timing on the condition that the specific time has elapsed since the start of reel rotation. In the case of a unit game in which a rotating combination of reels is controlled so that the combination of symbols that will be won is stopped and displayed along the active line, and the second combination different from the first combination is won The combination of symbols that the second winning combination will not be won along the active line, regardless of the player's operation timing, on the condition that the time from the start of reel rotation has passed a specific time You may perform the stop control of the rotating reel so that stop display is performed. The first combination is preferably “replay”, and the second combination is preferably a combination other than “replay”. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  When the gaming state is one or both of the CG state and the SCG state, one, a plurality, or all of the reels are instructed after detecting that the player has instructed to stop the reels. Although the reel is configured to stop within 75 ms (1 frame or 2 frames in terms of number of symbols), the player's operation is performed on the condition that a specific time has elapsed since the reel rotation started. Regardless of the timing, all reels should be stopped over a period of 75 ms or more (190 ms or less) (so that a combination of symbols for which a specific winning combination will not be awarded is displayed along the active line). May be. In this way, a new game can be provided to the player.

  In the embodiment, when an internal winning is made for replay in the CG state or the SCG state, all the small roles are selected as the winning combination for stopping, and the winning of all the small roles is allowed, but this is limited to this. It is not a thing. For example, in addition to all the small combinations, winnings such as specific small combinations, BB, CT, RB, SB, SCT, and JAC small combinations may be allowed. Further, the winning combination is changed based on the operation timing, operation sequence, operation direction, operation frequency, etc. of operation means (stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, start lever 6 etc.) operated by the player. You can also. For example, when a predetermined stop button (for example, the left stop button 7L) is operated as the first stop operation, the small part of replay is selected as the winning combination for stop, and what is the predetermined stop button as the first stop operation? When another stop button is operated, all the small combinations may be selected as the winning combination for stop.

  In the embodiment, the SCG state generated by the SCT winning in the general gaming state is basically finished in one game (unit game), but is not limited to this. For example, the number of continuous games in the SCG state (expected number of times) generated in the general gaming state is different from the number of continuous games in the CG state (expected value of the number of times) generated in the BB general gaming state. It can be continued throughout the game.

  Further, the CT general gaming state is a CG occurrence high probability state (CG concentration state) in which the probability of occurrence of a CG state is a first probability, and a second probability that the probability is lower than the first probability. It is also possible to classify (transfer) to either the CG occurrence low probability state. Also, an RB gaming state in the BB gaming state and a CG state in the CT gaming state are generated when a specific condition (for example, a predetermined condition (information) described later) is established, an RB winning, or an SCT winning is triggered. However, it is not limited to this. Based on the number of games from a predetermined time (for example, BB winning, CT winning, etc.), a CG occurrence high probability state, an RB gaming state during the BB gaming state, a CG state during the CT gaming state, It is also possible to perform a lottery on whether or not to generate them. For example, a lottery of whether or not to generate the above is performed based on the number of games from a predetermined time point, and if the generation is not won by lottery, again based on the number of games from the time the lottery is performed A lottery can also be performed (for example, a lottery can be performed at 10 game intervals).

  Also, on the basis of a predetermined time point, the CG occurrence high probability state, the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state, and the CG state during the CT gaming state, the game value used by the player for the game, and the player were paid out It can also be determined whether to generate the information based on information based on at least one of the game values (for example, the number of acquired sheets, the number of net increase, the number of payouts). As the predetermined time point, any time point such as a BB prize, a CT prize, or a power-on to the gaming machine 1 can be adopted.

  Whether or not to generate the CG occurrence high probability state, the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state, and the CG state during the CT gaming state based on the number of times a predetermined winning combination has been won, based on a predetermined time point. It can also be determined. As the predetermined combination, a small combination, replay, SCT, JAC small combination, BB, RB, SB, CT, or a combination of these combinations can be adopted. Further, when a predetermined winning combination is determined to be a winning combination for stoppage, the operation order of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R permitting the winning of the winning winning combination is determined, and the determination result and the stop button by the player It is also possible to perform stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R (distribution of success / failure of a predetermined combination) based on the operation order of 7L, 7C, 7R. In this case, information such as the number of times that a predetermined combination has won continuously or the number of times that a predetermined combination has won continuously in a game in which a predetermined combination has been selected as a winning combination for stopping may be used for the determination. it can.

  Further, based on the predetermined number of times, the CG occurrence high probability state, the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state, and the CG state during the CT gaming state can be determined based on the number of times that a predetermined combination is won internally.

  Whether the CG occurrence high probability state, the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state, and the CG state in the CT gaming state are generated based on the lottery result different from the lottery of the internal winning combination or the winning winning combination Can also be determined.

  In the embodiment, CT (white 7-white 7-white 7) and SCT (Replay-Replay-bell) are provided as a role (symbol combination) that triggers the occurrence of the CT gaming state and the SCG state. It is not limited to this. For example, when a symbol combination corresponding to a specific combination (for example, replay) is stopped and displayed, a lottery (whether based on a predetermined condition described later) whether or not to generate a CT gaming state, an SCG state, or a CG state (Lottery) may be performed. This lottery can also provide a symbol or a symbol combination that triggers the occurrence of a CG state (generation lottery). The lottery of whether or not to generate the CT gaming state, the SCG state, and the CG state can be performed without being based on the internal winning combination or the winning combination for stopping. These lotteries can be performed, for example, from the time when a small role, replay, or the like is won internally until the third stop operation of the next game.

  In the embodiment, the CT gaming state occurs when the CT wins. Further, when the SCT wins, the SCT state occurs. That is, when a winning combination is won (when a corresponding symbol combination is displayed), a gaming state corresponding to the winning combination (symbol combination) is generated. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when a corresponding combination (corresponding symbol combination) wins (stop display), it is also possible to determine whether or not to generate a gaming state (CT gaming state) corresponding to the combination (for example, CT). it can. That is, when the corresponding combination wins, it is possible to generate a case where a corresponding gaming state occurs and a case where it does not occur. The determination can be made based on the result of random lottery, predetermined conditions described later, a combination thereof, and the like.

  In the embodiment, the CT is assigned to CT1 or CT2 in response to the internal winning of the CT, and the expected value of the number of games in which the CT gaming state continues is changed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the expected value is changed based on a predetermined condition to be described later, a random number lottery result, an operation order of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R in a game in which symbol combinations corresponding to CT are arranged along the active line. You can also It is also possible to provide a plurality of types of symbols or symbol combinations that trigger the occurrence of the CT gaming state, and change the expected value based on the types of symbols or symbol combinations that trigger the occurrence. In this case, the player may be able to select the expected value depending on the operation timing of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, and the game may be interesting.

  In addition, in the embodiment, the expected value of the number of continuous games in the CT gaming state is made different by changing the selection probability of the small part of the big spot as the winning combination for stopping and the selection probability of the small part of the upper part. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the internal winning of RB and SB is a condition for ending the CT gaming state, so the number of continuous games in the CT gaming state can be changed by changing the probability of internally winning RB, SB, or RB and SB. The expected value of can also be changed. Also, change the internal winning probability of a role different from RB or SB, or change the probability that a role (predetermined role) other than a small role of a big spot and a top role of a top chile is selected as a winning winning role Thus, the expected value can be changed. In addition, when a winning combination (predetermined winning combination) is determined to be a winning combination for stopping, the CT gaming state for determining the operating order of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R permitting the winning of the predetermined winning combination and the operating order are determined. Regardless of this, it is possible to change the expected value by making it possible to generate a CT gaming state that permits winning.

  In the embodiment, the probability of internal winning for replay is set by the configuration of the probability lottery table according to each gaming state, but the probability of internal winning for replay in each gaming state can be arbitrarily set. For example, in the embodiment, the probability of internal winning for replay in the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state is set to be higher than the probability of internal winning for replay in the general gaming state, but so as to be low It can also be set.

  In the embodiment, the probability lottery table ((2) in FIG. 6) is set so that CT is not internally won in the CT gaming state, but this is not a limitation. When the probability lottery table is set so that CT is internally won during the CT gaming state and CT is internally won during the CT gaming state, the gaming state is shifted from the CT gaming state to the CT carryover state, The state can be continued. When continuing the CT gaming state, information on whether or not the CT gaming state end condition is satisfied (satisfied) is reset to an initial state (state when CT is won). (For example, so-called “adding”) is preferable. In addition, a probability lottery table is set so that the CT is internally won during the CT gaming state, and the CT gaming state is terminated when the CT is internally won or the CT is selected as a winning winning combination. You may do it. It is also possible to set a probability lottery table so as to internally win BB during the BB gaming state, and perform the same control as in the CT gaming state.

  Further, in accordance with the set value set by the game store (or the set value and a predetermined condition described later), the RB gaming state in the general gaming state, the BB gaming state, the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state, CT It is also possible to change the gaming state, the CG state during the CT gaming state, the occurrence probability of the SCG state, the termination probability, the generation condition, the termination condition, and the like. As the occurrence probability and the end probability, those calculated in consideration of the probability that various conditions related to the occurrence condition or the end condition are satisfied may be employed. In addition, at least any two setting values (settings) allow the player to grasp, predict, or narrow down the setting by changing the occurrence condition or the end condition of at least two of the gaming states. May be able to increase the interest of the game.

  End conditions for the BB gaming state, the CT gaming state, the CG occurrence high probability state, the CG state (hereinafter referred to as “special gaming state”) are not limited to the conditions of the embodiment, and a predetermined condition is adopted (predetermined) Based on the conditions (predetermined information). As a predetermined condition, after a special gaming state starts, as a result of a lottery performed in each game in the special gaming state or a predetermined game, a specific combination in a specific section or the number of winnings of any combination, within a specific section Time (elapsed time), number of wins for a specific role (one or more roles) or any role in a specific section, number of times a specific role (one or more roles) is won internally in a specific section, or specific It is also possible to adopt the number of times that is determined as the winning combination for stoppage.

  As the specific section, for example, a section after the start of the special game state (current special game state) (section up to the present), a previous special game state section, and after the last special game state ends. The section until the current special gaming state starts, the gaming section from when the gaming machine 1 is turned on until the present, the section of a plurality of special gaming states that have occurred since the power is turned on, and the current special gaming state It is also possible to employ a predetermined number of game sections before the occurrence.

  In addition, as predetermined conditions for the special gaming state, conditions (information) regarding time, conditions related to internal winning of a specific role, conditions related to the stop mode of symbols in the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R, special Conditions relating to the number of games since the game state started can also be adopted. In addition, the special game state is continued when the player can satisfy a predetermined game condition (so-called “mission”), and the special game state is terminated when the game condition cannot be satisfied (when a predetermined condition is satisfied). You can also.

  In addition, as predetermined conditions, the total number of sliding frames of one or more reels in a specific section, the total time from stop operation to stop, a specific game (for example, whether the special game state is finished) (A branch game of No), based on at least one of a winning line in which symbol combinations indicating winning combinations are arranged, a gaming value used by a player in a specific section, and a gaming value paid out to the player Conditions (for example, conditions such as the number of acquired sheets, the number of net increases, the number of payouts, etc.) can also be adopted.

  Also, a plurality of symbol combinations (acting symbols) indicating CT winnings can be provided, and the CT game state end condition can be varied depending on the symbol combination that triggered the occurrence of the CT gaming state. It is also possible to provide a plurality of end conditions and change the selection probability of each end condition according to the symbol combination. In addition, as a condition for ending the CT gaming state, it is adopted to win a CT gaming state ending lottery performed in each game or a predetermined game (for example, a game in which the internal winning combination is a replay), and the CT gaming state is ended. It is also possible to classify the first probability state where the probability of winning the lottery is the first probability and the second probability state where the probability is higher than the first probability (transition of the probability state). . Further, as the predetermined condition, a condition related to a stop control mode for stopping and controlling the variable display of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R can be adopted. As a mode of stop control, whether or not the winning combination for stop is successful or not is a mode of stop control that distributes in accordance with the operation order of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, and the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination for stop is an effective line. In the case where the number of sliding symbols is selected in the case of stopping along, the aspect of the priority order of the number of sliding symbols, the aspect relating to the selection of the winning line for stopping and displaying the symbol combination corresponding to the winning combination for stopping, etc. can also be adopted. .

  In addition, any one of a plurality of stages (for example, 200 sheets, 300 sheets, 400 sheets, etc.) for a specific type of condition (for example, conditions regarding the number of acquired sheets, the number of paid out sheets, the net increase number, etc.) The game condition end condition (continuation condition) can be determined by lottery or the like. Further, as a specific type of condition, a condition of a probability of winning a lottery at the end of the special gaming state is adopted, and as a plurality of stages, for example, “1/10”, “1/100”, “1/500”, etc. Can also be adopted. In addition, a time condition after the start of the special gaming state is adopted as a specific type of condition, and “10 seconds”, “30 seconds”, “50 seconds”, etc. are adopted as a plurality of stages. You can also.

  Also, as specific conditions, the number of games in which a predetermined combination wins after the start of the special gaming state (number of unit games), the number of games in which no combination wins, a game in which a predetermined combination is won internally For example, “10 times”, “30 times”, “50 times”, etc. can be adopted as a plurality of stages. In addition, the total number (added) of the number of sliding frames of one or more reels after the start of the special gaming state is adopted as a specific condition. For example, “30 frames”, “50 frames”, “ “70 frames” can also be adopted. As a specific type of condition, the total slip time of one or a plurality of reels after the start of the special gaming state (a time obtained by adding the time from when the stop button is operated until it stops) is adopted as a plurality of stages, for example “1 second”, “3 seconds”, “5 seconds”, etc. can also be adopted.

  One or a plurality of conditions (such as a plurality of types of conditions) can be applied as specific conditions, predetermined conditions, end conditions, generation conditions, game conditions, or continuation conditions. In addition, as a specific condition, a predetermined condition, an end condition, a generation condition, a game condition, or a continuation condition, a symbol or a symbol combination corresponding to “0” is stopped and displayed in the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. In other words, it is possible to adopt that the display is stopped along the winning line (valid line). For example, “0 winning combination” is a winning combination in which no profit is given to the player even when the corresponding symbol or symbol combination is stopped and displayed along the active line.

  In the embodiment, the BB gaming state can be configured by the BB general gaming state and the RB gaming state, but is not limited to this. For example, the BB gaming state can be configured by a BB general gaming state, an RB gaming state, and a CT gaming state. In the embodiment, the maximum number of sliding symbols of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R corresponding to the second stop operation and the third stop operation is set to “1”, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R corresponding to the first stop operation, all reels 3L, 3C, 3R, specific reels 3L, 3C, 3R, etc., the maximum sliding piece of at least one of reels 3L, 3C, 3R The number should be “1”. Also, the maximum number of sliding symbols may be different between the CG state and the SCG state and the gaming state (state) other than these, and the maximum number of sliding symbols is limited to “4 frames”, “2 frames”, etc. is not. In addition, the probability of re-winning in the re-game is the same as that in a predetermined number of games after a predetermined game result is obtained after a special symbol is stopped and displayed after the special game state ends. It can also be set higher than the game.

  In the CG state (in CG), SCT and replay can be set to the same flag (for example, a group combination). The following probability lottery table may be used instead of the CT general gaming state probability lottery table shown in FIG. “Role: SCT—Winning probability: 16383/16384”, “Role: Loss (none) —Winning probability: 1/16384”. Instead of the probability lottery table for CT gaming state shown in FIG. 6 (2), the following probability lottery table may be used. “Role: CT group role-winning probability: 16383/16384”, “Role: losing (none) —winning probability: 1/16384”.

  Further, the relationship between the internal winning combination, the winning combination for stopping, and the selection probability in the CT gaming state may be as follows. “Internal Winning Role: SCT—Stop Winning Role: SCT and All Small Roles—Selection Probability: 128/128”, “Internal Winning Role: Replay—Stop Winning Role: Replay—Selection Probability: 128/128”, “ Internal Winner: Loss (None)-Stop Winner: All Minor-Selection Probability: 128/128 ". Here, the CT group combination indicates SCT and replay. When the CT group combination is determined to be won in the probability lottery process, the SCT and replay are internal winning combinations in the game. In that case, SCT, all small roles, and replay are selected as the winning winning combination. Therefore, the roles that the player may win in the game are “SCT”, “SCT and replay”, “SCT and predetermined small role”, “replay”, “replay and predetermined small role” or One of the “predetermined small roles”.

  Among them, when “SCT and Replay” is won, specifically, three game medals are bet and the active line is five lines. For example, in the symbol arrangement of the reel in FIG. 16-18, ie upper stage replay, middle bell, lower stage replay, symbol code 16-18 from upper part of central reel, upper stage upper dust, middle stage replay, lower stage bell, symbol code 15-17 from upper part of right reel, upper stage replay, middle stage When the watermelon and lower bell are stopped and displayed by the player's operation, “Replay-Replay-Replay” is displayed on the cross-up line 8a, and “Replay-Replay-bell” is displayed on the cross-down line 8e. It will be.

  As a result, 15 game medals are paid out based on the SCT winning, and the next game is a re-game state in which the game can be started without inserting the game medals, and the CG state is entered. In other words, in the first game after the CT gaming state is started (CT start + 0), when the player inserts three game medals and starts the game, the SCT is won internally with a high probability, and the reel is placed at a predetermined position. Is stopped, 15 game medals are paid out and the next (CT start + 1) game is in the CG state. Similarly, when the player inserts three game medals and starts the game, SCT and replay are internally won with high probability, and if the reel is stopped at the aforementioned position, 15 game medals are paid out and the next time (CT start + 2) The game enters a replay state and a CG state.

  In the next game (CT start + 3), if the game is started without inserting game medals, SCT and replay are won internally again with high probability, and the reels are stopped at the aforementioned positions, 15 game medals Is paid out and the next game is also in the re-playing state and the CG state. Therefore, if the operation by the player is accurate, after the CT game is started, only 6 game medals are bet, and the game medals are paid out based on the SCT winning every game (here 15 cards) until the CT gaming state is finished. ) Can be received. By using SCT and replay as a group role in CG and SCG as in this example, a new game can be created, and a new game can be provided to the player.

  In addition, in the RB during BB (RB state during the BB gaming state), the small combination of RB and JAC can be set to the same flag. As a specific start condition for generating the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state, “the RB gaming state is ended”. The following probability lottery table may be used instead of the probability lottery table for BB general gaming state shown in FIG. “Role: RB−Winning probability: 16383/16384”, “Role: Loss (none) —Winning probability: 1/16384”. Further, the probability lottery table for the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state may be changed to FIG. 6 (7), and the following probability lottery table may be used. “Role: RB group role-winning probability: 16383/16384”, “Role: losing (none) —winning probability: 1/16384”.

  However, the following probability lottery table may be used in the RB gaming state during the BB gaming state (the RB carryover state during BB). “Role: JAC Small Role-Winning Probability: 16383/16384”, “Role: Loss (None)-Winning Probability: 1/16384”. Here, the RB group combination indicates a small combination of RB and JAC. When the RB group combination is determined to be won by the probability lottery process, the small combination of RB and JAC becomes the internal winning combination in the game. In that case, the small winning combination of RB and JAC is selected as the winning combination for stopping. Therefore, a role that a player may win in the game is either an RB or a JAC small role. If a JAC small role is won, the RB becomes a carryover role and enters the RB carryover state during BB.

  Specifically, in the first game after the start of BB (BB start +0), if RB wins with high probability and the reel is stopped at a predetermined position, 15 game medals are paid out and the next time ( BB start + 1, RB start + 0) The RB state is started from the game. When a player inserts one game medal and starts the game, the RB and JAC small roles are won with high probability, and if the reel is stopped at a predetermined position where the JAC small role is won, 15 cards The game medal is paid out and the next (BB start + 2, RB start + 1) game enters the RB carryover state during BB. In the next game (BB start + 2, RB start + 1), a JAC small role is won internally with a high probability, and when the reel is stopped at a predetermined position, 15 game medals are paid out. After that, when a predetermined RB end condition is satisfied, the specific start condition for generating the RB game state in the BB game state is satisfied, so that the RB game state is immediately generated.

  With such a configuration, once the RB gaming state occurs in the BB gaming state, the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state can be continuously generated. Here, if the RB and JAC minor roles in the BB gaming state are not used as a group role, the RB is awarded in the unit game determined as the internal winning combination and is in operation. This means that a new RB is activated before the last RB is completed, and there are cases where the overall number of balls is reduced and the player is dissatisfied. If the player removes the RB, there may be a demerit that a winning is not obtained in the game, the number of balls that are played per unit time is lowered, and the game is prolonged.

  By making the RB and JAC small roles in the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state as a group role as in this example, a new gaming property can be created, and a new gaming property is provided to the player There are cases where it is possible. Here, the operating condition of the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state is exemplified as the end of the RB gaming state in the already operating BB gaming state, but is not limited to this, and the BB gaming state described separately The operating conditions of the RB gaming state in the middle may be applied.

  In the embodiment, even during the CG state and the SCG state, a lottery is performed as to whether or not to determine a watermelon small part, a bell small part, and a group part as an internal winning combination, but this may not be performed. . That is, one or more lots of RB, SB, SCT, and replay are performed during the CG state, and one or more of BB, RB, RB, SB, SCT, and replay are performed during the SCG state. A plurality of lotteries may be performed.

  In the embodiment, the maximum number of sliding frames is set in the sliding frame number determination process S22. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when a player performs a reel stop operation, a predetermined winning line is set. (E.g., center line 8c) When there is a table for stopping in which the symbol position passing over the symbol position and the number of sliding symbols corresponding to the symbol position are determined in advance, and the gaming state is the CG state (the SCG state may also be used) In addition, a stop table constituted only by a value less than a specific number of frames for the CG state may be selected. Further, the stop parameter for selecting the stop table may be determined before the reel stop operation is permitted, and may be notified to the player. By doing so, the production effect may be enhanced.

  Even if the gaming state is the CG state (which may be the SCG state), it is limited to be configured so that a stop table configured only by a value less than a specific number of frames is selected for all reels. First, when a specific reel (for example, only the left reel 3L, only the first stop-operated reel) is operated, only a value equal to or less than a specific number of frames is configured for the reel used for stop control. When a stop table other than a specific reel is controlled to be stopped, a stop table configured only with a value less than a predetermined number of frames greater than a specific number of frames is selected. Also good. Furthermore, it may be determined which reel is the specific reel before the reel stop operation is permitted, and the player may be notified. By doing so, there may be an effect that it is possible to inform the player which reel operation requires a severe (accurate) operation for the player.

  Further, which reel is to be a specific reel may be determined after the player performs a predetermined reel stop operation. For example, it may be determined by the symbol position passing on a predetermined winning line (for example, the center line 8c) in the reel on which the first stop operation is performed at the time when the first stop operation is performed (for example, the first stop operation). If the reel on which the stop operation has been performed is the left reel 3L, if the symbol on the center line 8c is an upper dust at the time of the operation, the left reel 3L is applied as a specific reel, etc.) (For example, the left reel 3L is applied as a specific reel in the case of forward pressing, and the right reel and the central reel are specified as specific reels in the case of reverse pressing. Etc.) By doing so, variations of the reel stop control can be expanded and the gameability can be improved.

  In addition, the maximum number of searches in the case where the reel pull-in control and the escape control are performed in the sliding frame number determination process S22 is different between the CG state (or SCG state) and the game state other than the CG state (and SCG state). Also good. For example, when pull-in control is performed on the above-mentioned specific reel in the CG state or the SCG state, it passes over a predetermined winning line (for example, the center line 8c) in the reel on which the specific reel is operated. If there is a symbol to be drawn one frame ahead from the symbol position (if the maximum number of searches is one frame), the reel is rotated by one frame and then stopped. If there is a symbol you want to draw within 4 frames from the symbol position passing on a predetermined winning line (for example, center line 8c) (when the maximum number of searches is 4 frames), rotate the reel for that number of frames. You may make it stop. (For example, if there is a symbol to be drawn three frames ahead, the reel may be rotated after three frames and then stopped).

  Here, in many cases, a symbol that is likely to be drawn is mainly a symbol corresponding to a winning combination that may be won. For example, if the internal winning combination is replay, and if one more frame is drawn, a replay symbol is displayed on the upper stage of the reel (in the case of the left reel 3L in FIG. 2 as an example, when the stop operation is performed, the center line 8c 2), the reel may be stopped after rotating the frame by the number of frames (in the case of the left reel 3L in FIG. 2, the symbol code 18 is Stopped on top of reel) A player with a larger maximum number of searches is more advantageous to the player than a small number of players. Therefore, by notifying the player of which reel a specific reel control that reduces the maximum number of searches is by the aforementioned notification, the player May advance the game advantageously.

  For example, in the case of the upper dust small part in FIG. 4, the upper dust symbol only needs to be stopped and displayed only on the left reel 3 </ b> L. Is notified before the stop operation is performed on all the reels, the player performs the third stop operation on the left reel 3L, and the pull-in control with a large maximum number of searches is so severe (accurate). There is a case where the upper dust pattern can be stopped on the effective line of the left reel 3L without stopping the left reel 3L at a proper timing. When the maximum number of searches is four frames, in the symbol arrangement of the left reel 3L in FIG. 2, when the player stops the left reel 3L, the symbol code 07 to 13 is displayed on the center line 8c. If it is passing, the upper dust (symbol 96) can be stopped on the effective line of the left reel 3L.

  On the other hand, if the maximum number of searches is 4 frames, if any symbol of symbol codes 07 to 09 is passing on the center line 8c when the player stops the left reel 3L, The symbol 96) is stopped on the effective line of the left reel 3L. In this way, notification of a specific reel can influence the player's advantage and can improve the interest. In the embodiment, the maximum number of sliding frames is 1 in the CG state or the SCG state, and the maximum number of sliding frames is 4 in the embodiment except for the CG state and the SCG state, but is not limited thereto. It may be preferred to apply 0 in the CG or SCG state. In other words, when the symbol displayed on the reel passes the position deviated from the winning line, when the player stops the reel, the symbol displayed on the reel is displayed along the winning line. The reel may be rotated and stopped until the position is reached. In such a case, the reel is stopped only by the player's stop operation, which may improve the player's technical intervention and satisfaction that the player has stopped by his / her own power.

  In the CG state, the SCG state, etc., a winning combination of a combination that does not match the winning combination for determination is allowed. A winning combination determining means for determining a predetermined combination as a winning combination (for example, a winning combination for determination) based on the detection of the game start command signal output from the game starting unit; In the game state (for example, CG state or SCG state), it is possible to stop and display the winning mode (for example, bell-bell-bell) that is not based on the winning combination (for example, replay) on the variable display means. In addition, the game value corresponding to the winning mode stopped and displayed on the variable display means (for example, payout of the amount of award medium corresponding to the small part of the bell) can be given to the player, and other than the predetermined gaming state In the game state (for example, CG state and SCG state), only the winning mode (for example, Bell-Bell-Bell) based on the winning combination (for example, Bell's small combination) is stopped on the variable display means. It is configured to shown. That is, in a predetermined gaming state, a winning mode (for example, bell-bell-bell) that is not based on the winning combination (for example, lose) can be stopped and displayed on the variable display means. In the gaming state, when the winning combination is lost, a bonus, a small combination, a replay and the like are not won.

  Further, during the CT gaming state, a CG state or the like may be generated from a game in which SCT is not determined as a winning combination for determination or the next game. Further, during the BB gaming state, a CG state or the like can be generated from a game in which SCT is not determined as a winning combination for determination, or the next game.

  Also, regarding CT and SCT, during the BB gaming state (in BB), only when the winning combination for determination includes RB (only), the symbols or symbol combinations corresponding to RB may not be displayed together. An RB gaming state may be generated. The winning combination corresponding to the winning combination is a determination winning combination, and the winning combination for stopping can be a parameter (control information) for stop control.

  In the embodiment, a random number is drawn based on a start operation (for example, an operation of the start lever 6 (game start operation)), and a probability lottery (determination of a winning combination, an internal winning combination, a winning combination for stopping, etc.) is performed. Like to do.

  Further, the transition of the predetermined gaming state is not limited to before the start operation, before the probability lottery, or after the winning search, and the predetermined reel is stopped between the probability lottery and the reel rotation start (rotation process) It is also possible to perform the operation from the operation until the corresponding reel or the like stops, and from the time when the predetermined reel stops until the next reel stops.

  Further, in the embodiment, although the small winning combination is distributed in the winning combination for stopping, it is not limited to this. For example, in the case where the winning combination for stoppage is a small role such as a small role in Upper Chile, the winning combination for stoppage can be set as all the small roles. The same applies to bonuses, replays, and the like. In the CG state or the SCG state, it is also possible to perform pull-in control (for example, pull-in control within the range of 4 frames or within the range of 1 frame) for the reel corresponding to the third stop operation.

  Further, in the CG state and the SCG state, a small role lottery is performed (a random number range for winning a small role is provided in the probability lottery table), but the present invention is not limited to this. The reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be controlled to stop based only on the operation timing of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R by the player without performing the lottery lottery. Further, the probability lottery table in the CG state and the SCG state can be configured to be internally won for any of the lost (none), replay, or bonus (configured so that the small role is not internally won).

  Moreover, you may make it provide the following structures.

  Special gaming state advantageous to the player (for example, BB gaming state, RB gaming state, BB general gaming state, CT gaming state, CT general gaming state, CG state, CG occurrence high probability state, SCG state, SCT state, SB gaming Special game state generating means (for example, main control circuit 71, step S12 in FIG. 12, step S38, step S40, step S42, step S44, step S46 in FIG. 14). Etc.) and special gaming state ending means for ending the special gaming state generated by the special gaming state generating means (for example, main control circuit 71, step S12 in FIG. 12, step S38 in FIG. 14, step S40, step S42) , Step S44, means for performing the processing of step S46, etc.) .

  According to this gaming machine, a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player is generated, so that the player's expectation can be improved and an interesting gaming machine can be provided.

  For example, as in the gaming machine of the embodiment, BB gaming state, RB gaming state, BB general gaming state, CT gaming state, CT general gaming state, CG state, CG occurrence high probability state, SCG state, SCT state, SB gaming By generating or terminating a plurality of types of special game states such as a state and a carry-over state, various games can be provided, and there may be a case where a gaming machine having a novel game characteristic that has not been available in the past can be provided. . Thereby, a player's expectation may be improved and the interest in a game may be increased. In addition, by providing a plurality of conditions relating to the occurrence or termination of the special gaming state described above, it is possible to diversify the occurrence or termination of the special gaming state and provide a more interesting gaming machine. There is a case.

  A game start command means (for example, a start lever 6, a start switch 6S, etc.) that outputs a game start command signal in response to an operation by the player, and the game start command signal output from the game start command means is detected. And a change display means (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R, etc.) for variably displaying a plurality of pieces of identification information (for example, symbols shown in FIG. 2) necessary for the game, and a stop command according to an operation by the player Stop command means for outputting a signal (for example, stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, reel stop signal circuit 46, etc.) and the identification information based on the detection of the stop command signal output from the stop command means. Stop control means (for example, main control circuit 71, means for performing steps S29 and S30 in FIG. 13) for stopping the fluctuation display, and the stop control. The stop mode (for example, the symbol combination displayed in the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R, etc.) of the variation display unit stopped by the unit corresponds to a predetermined winning mode (for example, the symbol shown in FIG. 4 or FIG. 5) Game value giving means for giving a player a game value (for example, generation of an advantageous state advantageous to the player such as medals, bonuses, awarding of award media, a re-game operation, etc.) For example, the main control circuit 71, the means for performing the process of step S36 in FIG. 14 or the hopper 40, etc.) and a special gaming state advantageous to the player (for example, BB gaming state, RB gaming state, BB general gaming state, CT Special gaming state generating means (example: gaming state, CT general gaming state, CG state, CG occurrence high probability state, SCG state, SCT state, SB gaming state, carryover state, etc.) The main control circuit 71, the step S12 in FIG. 12, the step S38 in FIG. 14, the step S40, the step S42, the step S44, the step S46, etc.) and the special game state generating means Special gaming state ending means for ending the gaming state (for example, main control circuit 71, step S12 in FIG. 12, step S38 in FIG. 14, step S40, step S42, step S44, step S46, etc.), A payout game value number counting means (for example, a payout game value number counting means (for example, the number of medals to be paid out or credited by winning) or the like given to the player by the game value giving means from the start of the special game state (for example, Main control circuit 71, means for performing the process of step S37 in FIG. The gaming state ending means ends the special gaming state on condition that the predetermined gaming value number counted by the payout gaming value number counting means reaches a predetermined number.

  According to this gaming machine, the special game state is terminated on condition that the predetermined game value number counted from the start of the special game state by the payout game value number counting means reaches the predetermined number. Depending on the number of gaming values, the special gaming state can be terminated, and an interesting gaming machine can be provided.

  For example, the special game state is not terminated until a predetermined number of game values are given, so that it is guaranteed for a player that a predetermined number of game values are given in the special game state, You may be able to play games with peace of mind. In addition, regardless of the player's skill, etc., the number of game values given in the special game state can be made fair among the players, so that the player's expectation of the game is not reduced and You may be able to improve your interests.

  For example, since a special game state is terminated when a predetermined number of game values are given, there may be a case where a predetermined number or more of game values are not given to the player in the special game state. As a result, the amount of gaming value given by the gaming machine can be suppressed, a large amount of gaming value is not suddenly given, and a gaming machine that does not repel the player's gambling can be provided. There is a case.

  In the gaming machine, the stop control means performs a predetermined initial stop control (for example, setting the reels 3L, 3C, 3R corresponding to the operated stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R to a stop control state). The slip display number (for example, the number of sliding frames) that is the number of identification information to be displayed on the variation display means from when the variable display is stopped to a predetermined maximum slip display number (for example, 4 frames) It has slip display number determining means (for example, the main control circuit 71, means for performing the process of step S29 in FIG. 13) for determining from among the following numbers (for example, 0 frame to 4 frames, etc.), and the gaming state is On the condition that the game state is a specific game state (for example, CG state, etc.), the slip display number determining means has a number (for example, 0 frame to 1 frame) equal to or less than a specific maximum slip display number (for example, 1 frame). Such) The slide display number is determined from the inside, and the special game state (for example, CG occurrence high probability state) has a probability that the specific game state is generated in a predetermined game other than the special game state. A gaming machine characterized by a gaming state constituted by a plurality of consecutive unit games that are higher than a state (for example, a general gaming state).

  According to this gaming machine, the special gaming state is configured by a plurality of consecutive unit games that have a high probability of generating a specific gaming state that determines the number of sliding displays from a number that is less than or equal to a specific maximum sliding display number. Since the game state has been changed, the stop control mode by the stop control unit may be changed over a plurality of consecutive unit games, and an interesting gaming machine may be provided. .

  For example, in a specific gaming state, the number of slip displays is determined from a number equal to or less than a specific maximum slip display number, so that the stop control means performs a predetermined initial stop control until the variable display is stopped. In some cases, the amount of movement of the identification information can be reduced. Therefore, there are cases where the technical intervention regarding the operation of the stop instruction means of the player can be enhanced and the interest of the player in the game can be improved.

  For example, the special game state has a high probability of generating the specific game state and is composed of a plurality of consecutive unit games. Therefore, a game with improved technical intervention is continuously given to the player. May be able to be performed, and the player's interest in gaming may be improved.

  For example, when the CG state of the embodiment is adopted as an example of the specific gaming state, the operation of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R is performed regardless of the internal winning combination (for example, replay) determined by the probability lottery process. Any combination (for example, all small combinations in the embodiment) can be won based on the timing of the game, so that the technical intervention can be enhanced and the player can freely select the combination that the player wants to win. It may be interesting and may improve the fun of the game. In addition, when the CG occurrence high probability state of the embodiment is adopted as an example of the special game state, since the game having a high probability of generating the CG state is continued a plurality of times, the technical intervention can be improved, and the player Can increase the chances of giving an interesting opportunity to freely select the role that the player wants to win, and can increase the interest of the player in the game.

  In the gaming machine, a slip display number, which is the number of identification information to be displayed on the variation display unit after the stop control unit performs a predetermined initial stop control and before the variation display is stopped, The sliding display number determining means for determining the number of sliding displays from the number equal to or less than the maximum sliding display number, and on the condition that the gaming state is a specific gaming state (for example, CG state), The slip display number is determined from a number less than a specific maximum slip display number, and the special game state (for example, CT game state, etc.) is such that the stop mode of the variable display means is a specific winning mode. (For example, “white 7-white 7-white 7” corresponding to CT) is a gaming state generated by the special gaming state generation means, and a probability of generating the specific gaming state However, Predetermined game state other than gaming state (e.g., game mode, etc.) the gaming machine, which is a higher gaming state than.

  According to this gaming machine, the special gaming state is a gaming state in which the probability of generating a specific gaming state is higher than a predetermined gaming state other than the special gaming state. The probability of changing the mode of stop control by means can be increased, and an interesting gaming machine may be provided.

  For example, in a specific gaming state, the number of slip displays is determined from a number equal to or less than a specific maximum slip display number, so that the stop control means performs a predetermined initial stop control until the variable display is stopped. In some cases, the amount of movement of the identification information can be reduced. Therefore, there are cases where the technical intervention regarding the operation of the stop instruction means of the player can be enhanced and the interest of the player in the game can be improved.

  For example, the special gaming state is a gaming state in which the probability of generating a specific gaming state is higher than a predetermined gaming state other than the special gaming state. There are cases where opportunities for playing the game can be increased, and the interest of the player in the game can be improved.

  For example, when the CG state of the embodiment is adopted as an example of the specific gaming state, the operation of the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R is performed regardless of the internal winning combination (for example, replay) determined by the probability lottery process. Any combination (for example, all small combinations in the embodiment) can be won based on the timing of the game, so that the technical intervention can be enhanced and the player can freely select the combination that the player wants to win. It may be interesting and may improve the fun of the game. In addition, when the CT gaming state of the embodiment is adopted as an example of the special gaming state, since the probability of generating the CG state is high, the technical intervention can be improved and the player can freely select a role to be won. Opportunities for giving interest to select can be increased, and the player's interest in games may be increased.

  Probability of displaying a predetermined winning mode (for example, “Bell-Replay-Bell” corresponding to a JAC small role) over a plurality of unit games (for example, 12 games) in the gaming machine. A high probability winning gaming state (for example, RB gaming state, etc.) that is improved, and the special gaming state (for example, BB gaming state, etc.) is configured such that the stop mode of the variation display means is a specific winning mode. (For example, “Red 7-Red 7-Red 7” corresponding to BB, etc.) The game state is generated by the special game state generation means, and the high probability winning game state is generated. A gaming machine characterized in that the probability is higher than a predetermined gaming state (for example, a general gaming state) other than the special gaming state.

  According to this gaming machine, the special gaming state has a probability that a high probability winning gaming state in which a predetermined winning mode is displayed over a plurality of unit games is generated has a predetermined probability other than the special gaming state. Since the game state is higher than the game state, the number of times the winning mode is displayed is increased, the player's expectation is increased, and the interest in the game may be improved.

  For example, when the RB gaming state of the embodiment is adopted as an example of the high-probability winning gaming state, there is a high probability that the JAC small role will be won internally, and there is a high possibility of winning, thus increasing the player's expectation There are cases where it is possible. Further, when the BB gaming state of the embodiment is adopted as an example of the special gaming state, the probability of generating the RB gaming state is high, so it can be expected that a collective amount of medals will be paid out, and the player's expectation And the interest of the player in the game may be increased.

  The payout game value number counting means counts the predetermined game value number given to the player by the game value giving means from the start of the special game state, but is not limited to this. The payout game value number counting means may employ counting the predetermined game value number given to the player by the game value giving means in a specific game section. The specific game section includes a special game state, a predetermined number of unit games from the start of the special game state (for example, 15 games from the start), and a specific game section in the special game state (for example, the start of the special game state). The 5th game to the 20th game after, the 10th game after the end of the special game state, and the special game state generated by the special game state generation means last time (a predetermined number of unit games from the start of the previous special game state) , Including a specific game section in the previous special game state), a predetermined game state other than the special game state, a predetermined number of unit games from the start of the predetermined game state other than the special game state (for example, from the start 15 games), a specific game section in a predetermined game state other than the special game state (for example, a game section from the previous special game state until the next special game state starts, the special game state A predetermined number of unit games until the special game state generating means generates a special game state (for example, a game section from the 20th game before the occurrence of the special game state to the occurrence thereof) ), A specific game section (for example, a section of 10 games before the start of the special game state to the 10 games after the start of the special game state) covering both the special game state and a predetermined game state other than the special game state, a specific role The period from when the winning combination is determined until the specific combination is determined again as the winning combination (for example, the section from the SB winning to the next SB winning), the stop mode of the variable display means is a specific winning The section from when the mode is changed to when the stop mode of the variation display means becomes the specific winning mode again (for example, the section from the winning of a watermelon small part until the winning of the next watermelon small part) ) Or the like can be adopted. As a result, the end conditions for the special game state can be varied, so that it is possible to provide a new game that has not been available in the past and to provide a game that improves the interest of the player in the game. There are cases where it is possible.

  The payout game value number counting means counts a predetermined game value number given to the player by the game value giving means when the stop mode of the variable display means stopped by the stop control means is a specific winning mode. It can also be adopted. Thereby, a player's interest may be able to be improved.

  Further, it is possible to employ provision of end game value number setting means for setting a predetermined number of the predetermined game values for the special game state ending means to end the special game state. Thereby, the number of game values that are the conditions for the end of the special gaming state can be changed, the end conditions for the special gaming state can be diversified, and the player's interest in the game can be enhanced There is. For example, the condition for the end game value number setting means to operate is that when a special gaming state occurs, when a specific winning combination is determined, the stop mode of the variable display controlled by the stop control means is a specific winning mode. In some cases, an arbitrary condition can be adopted, for example, when it is determined that the end game value number setting means is operated by the lottery means for performing the lottery of whether or not the end game value number setting means is operated. Further, the end game value number setting means selects a plurality of end game value numbers, selects the end game value number desired by the player from the selected plurality of end game value numbers, and the player selects The special advantageous state can be ended when the number of end game values is satisfied.

  In addition, as the predetermined number that is a condition for ending the special gaming state, for example, an arbitrary number such as 200 or 450 can be set. Further, a plurality of predetermined numbers may be provided, and may be determined by lottery or setting (that is, an indicator of the degree of player advantage) from the plurality at the start of the special gaming state.

  In the above gaming machine, the special gaming state ending means ends the special gaming state on condition that the predetermined gaming value number counted by the acquired gaming value number counting means reaches a predetermined number. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the special game state generating means may employ the generation of the special game state on condition that the predetermined game value number counted by the acquired game value number counting means has reached a predetermined number. Thereby, a special gaming state can be generated according to the number of game values given to the player, and the variety of games can be increased, and an interesting gaming machine can be provided. .

  In addition, for example, a special game state occurs when a predetermined number of game values are given, so that it is possible for a player to acquire a predetermined amount of game value and play a game in a more advantageous state. May be able to increase the interest in gaming.

  Further, the slip display number determining means sets a slip display number, which is the number of identification information to be displayed on the fluctuation display means, after the stop control means performs a predetermined initial stop control until the fluctuation display is stopped. The predetermined initial stop control is determined from the number less than the maximum slip display number, but the reels 3L, 3C corresponding to the stop command means such as the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R operated by the player are used. , 3R, etc., such that the variable display means can be controlled to be stopped (for example, means for performing the processes of steps S13 and S14 in FIG. 12), and stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R that can be operated by the player Invalidate the permission of the operation of the command means, confirm the identification information variably displayed on the variation display means, confirm the position of the identification information variably displayed on the variation display means ( Correct the position of the identification information variably displayed on the fluctuation display means (no frame deviation even after stop control, etc.). It is possible to employ a variable display until the position where it can be properly displayed on the winning line comes.

  Moreover, various conditions can be adopted as the ending condition for the special gaming state ending means to end the special gaming state. For example, it can be adopted that the predetermined game value given to the player by the game value giving means has reached a predetermined number. Further, it may be adopted that a random number lottery for determining whether or not to end the special gaming state from the start of the special gaming state is performed, and that the special gaming state is ended by the random number lottery. In addition, the number of times that the stop mode of the variable display stopped by the stop control means from the start of the special gaming state is the winning mode is counted, and the counted number of times the stop mode of the variable display is the winning mode reaches a predetermined number of times. It is good to adopt that. It is also possible to measure that the time from the start of the special gaming state is measured and that the measured time from the start of the special gaming state has reached a predetermined time. Also, the number of times the internal winning combination (which may be a specific internal winning combination) is determined by the probability lottery process from the start of the special gaming state is counted, and the counted number of internal winning combinations (which may be a specific internal winning combination) is determined. It is also possible to adopt that has reached a predetermined number of times. In addition, the number of times that the stop mode of the variation display means stopped by the stop control means from the start of the special gaming state is not the winning mode is counted, and the number of times that the counted variation display means is not the winning mode reaches the predetermined number of times. You can also adopt what you did. It is also possible to adopt that a predetermined time has been reached. In addition, it is possible to adopt that the stop mode of the variation display unit stopped by the stop control unit in the special game state is a specific stop mode. It is also possible to count that the number of unit games has been counted from the start of the special game state and that the counted number of unit games has reached a predetermined number. It is also possible to adopt that a specific internal winning combination is determined by the probability lottery process within a specific number of games from the start of the special game state. Employing an index reflecting the skill of the player's gaming operation, for example, the amount of movement of identification information (for example, the number of sliding symbols) from when the stop control means performs a predetermined initial stop control until the change display is stopped. You can also. It is also possible to adopt that the difference between the game value used in the game from the start of the special game state and the game value given to the player by the game value giving means has become a predetermined value. Also, a winning line corresponding to a position where the stop control means variably displays the identification information variably displayed by the variability display means or a winning line in which identification information constituting a predetermined winning mode is arranged can be adopted. As described above, by adopting various end conditions, the variety of games may be increased, and an interesting gaming machine can be provided.

  Furthermore, in addition to the gaming machine 1 as in the present embodiment, the present invention can be applied to other gaming machines such as a pachinko gaming machine and a pacilot. Furthermore, the game can be executed by applying the present invention even in a game program in which the above-described operation on the gaming machine 1 is executed in a pseudo manner for a home game machine. In that case, a CD-ROM, FD (flexible disk), or any other recording medium can be used as a recording medium for recording the game program.

It is a perspective view which shows an external appearance. It is a figure which shows the example of the symbol arranged on the reel. It is a figure which shows the generation | occurrence | production condition of each game state, a transfer condition, and a transfer destination game state. It is a figure which shows the relationship between a combination, a symbol combination, and a payout number. It is a figure which shows the relationship between a combination, a symbol combination, and a payout number. It is a figure which shows a probability lottery table. It is a figure which shows a probability lottery table. It is a figure which shows a probability lottery table. It is a figure which shows the winning combination selection table for a stop. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of an electric circuit. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the sub-control circuit 72 of an Example. It is a main flowchart of the main control circuit. It is a flowchart following FIG. It is a flowchart following FIG. It is a flowchart which shows a sliding frame number determination process. 5 is a flowchart showing an automatic stop time passage notification display control process of a sub-control circuit 72. FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of image display of the liquid crystal display device 5.

Explanation of symbols

1 gaming machine 2 cabinet 3L, 3C, 3R reel 6 start lever 7L, 7C, 7R stop button 30 microcomputer 31 CPU
32 ROM
33 RAM
71 Main control circuit 72 Sub control circuit

Claims (1)

A game start command means for outputting a game start command signal for commanding the start of a unit game in response to an operation by the player;
A variation display means having a plurality of variation display units capable of variably displaying a plurality of symbols;
A winning combination determining means for determining a predetermined combination as a winning combination based on the input of the game start command signal;
A stop command means provided corresponding to each of the plurality of variation display units, and outputting a stop command signal for commanding a stop of the corresponding variation display unit in response to an operation by the player;
When the stop command signal is input, based on the winning combination, the fluctuation display control means for stopping the corresponding fluctuation display unit,
A game value giving means for giving a player a specific game value when the winning combination is a specific role and a specific stop mode is stopped and displayed on the change display means by the change display control means;
A time measuring means for measuring a time after the fluctuation display means starts the fluctuation display;
On the condition that the winning combination is the specific combination and the time measured by the time measurement unit is a specific time, the specific display is not displayed on the variation display unit regardless of the input of the stop command signal. Automatic stop means for stopping and displaying a stop mode different from the mode;
A gaming machine comprising: time information notifying means for notifying time information from the start of the change display means to the specific time measured by the time measuring means.

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