JP2006122428A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of adequately reflecting the skill of a player in the result of a game. <P>SOLUTION: This game machine 1 is provided with a plurality of types of combinations of specific symbols äfor example red 7-red 7-red 7, blue 7-blue 7-blue 7 and yellow 7-yellow 7-yellow 7}, provides the winning roles to be determined with specific winning roles äfor example, a first BB (red 7), a second BB (blue 7) and a third BB (yellow 7)} previously associated with the respective plurality of specific symbol combinations on one-on-one, and disposed with the respective specific symbols äfor example, red 7 (symbol 91), blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} constituting a plurality of specific symbol combinations at least in one of a plurality of symbol lines for every predetermined number of symbols (for example, for every 7 symbols). <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Conventionally, a plurality of reels in which a plurality of symbols are drawn on each peripheral surface, and a plurality of reels corresponding to each of these reels are provided, and some of the plurality of symbols drawn on the peripheral surface of each reel Designate the number of medals and coins to be inserted in a unit game based on a display window for displaying symbols, a stepping motor that individually rotates each reel, and an operation by a player (hereinafter referred to as “insertion operation”) On the basis of the operation of the start lever by the player (hereinafter referred to as “start operation”) on the condition that a medal sensor or BET switch that outputs a signal to be output and a medal or coin is inserted. A start switch that outputs a signal instructing start, and a plurality of start switches corresponding to each reel, based on a stop button operation (hereinafter referred to as “stop operation”) by the player Control of the operation of the stop switch that outputs a signal to stop the rotation of each reel and the stepping motor. As a result of the rotation and stop of all reels, the player wins or loses by combining the symbols displayed on the display window. A game machine (so-called “pachi-slot”) including a control unit that determines the above is known.

  Currently, when a start operation is performed, a mainstream gaming machine performs an internal lottery based on a lottery table and random number sampling, and the result of the internal lottery (hereinafter referred to as “winner”) The rotation of the reel is stopped based on the timing of the stop operation by the person. Therefore, even if the winning combination related to the winning is determined as a result of the internal lottery described above, if the stop operation is not performed at an appropriate timing, the winning is not established (so-called “missing” occurs). The player is required to have a predetermined technique (so-called “promotion”) (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

  In addition, there is known a game machine that activates a bonus game in which a game advantageous to the player is performed by displaying a predetermined combination of symbols (for example, see Patent Document 2). Currently, in the mainstream bonus game, for example, a regular bonus (hereinafter referred to as “RB”) in which a winning combination related to winning is determined with a relatively high probability compared to a base game, or a winning combination related to RB operation There is a big bonus (hereinafter referred to as “BB”) that can activate the RB continuously. In these bonus games, there is a possibility of paying out more medals than in the normal game. Therefore, the ball can be raised and lowered, and the fun of the game is increased.

  Normally, the above-mentioned bonus game has a symbol (for example, “7”) that constitutes a combination of symbols (for example, “7-7-7”) related to the operation of the bonus game by an amount that provides a large profit to the player. There are few. Therefore, if the winning combination related to the operation of the bonus game is determined but the stop operation cannot be performed at an appropriate timing, the combination of symbols related to the operation of the bonus game can be displayed. (So-called “missing” occurred) and the bonus game could not be activated.

  Therefore, at present, in the mainstream gaming machines, the winning combination relating to the operation of the bonus game (so-called “carry over”) is performed (see, for example, Patent Document 3). In other words, in the unit game in which the winning combination related to the bonus game operation is determined, even if the symbol combination related to the bonus game operation cannot be displayed, the symbol combination related to the bonus game is displayed. The winning combination relating to the operation of the bonus game (so-called “carry over”) is stored. In this way, it is possible to display a combination of symbols relating to the operation of the bonus game while the winning combination relating to the operation of the bonus game is being stored.

  In addition, when a winning combination related to the operation of the bonus game is determined, or when the winning combination related to the operation of the bonus game is stored, if a predetermined condition is satisfied, the gaming machine is provided. There is known a gaming machine that notifies that a combination of symbols relating to the operation of a bonus game can be displayed by turning on a lamp or the like (see, for example, Patent Document 4). Thus, the player knows that the combination of symbols related to the operation of the bonus game can be displayed, and can easily perform the stop operation.

  Furthermore, some gaming machines as described above are provided with a plurality of combinations of symbols related to the operation of one bonus game. For example, there is a game in which two combinations of symbols related to the operation are provided in correspondence with one winning combination related to the operation of a certain type of bonus game (for example, BB) (for example, “Red 7-Red 7-Red”). 7 "," Blue 7-Blue 7-Blue 7 "). In this way, since a combination of two symbols is set for one winning combination, if one winning combination is determined, whichever of the two symbol combinations is displayed, the bonus game Operates. Therefore, since it becomes easier to display the combination of symbols related to the operation than when one symbol combination is set for one winning combination, the stop operation is facilitated. As a result, the possibility of missing is reduced and the bonus game is easily activated.

  As described above, in a gaming machine in which a plurality of combinations of symbols related to the operation of one bonus game are provided, the stop operation is facilitated and the bonus game can be easily operated. It is possible to reduce the number of unit games until the bonus game is activated after the winning combination is determined. However, in the gaming machine as described above, the player may find it interesting that a predetermined technique (so-called “push”) is required, so that the skill of the player may be reflected in the game result. If it is less, there is a risk that the fun of the game will decrease.

  Therefore, for each of combinations of symbols (for example, “red 7-red 7-red 7”, “blue 7-blue 7-blue 7”) related to the operation of a plurality of (for example, two) bonus games. There is known one in which one winning combination is made to correspond one-to-one (see, for example, Patent Document 4). For example, for the first symbol combination “red 7-red 7-red 7” related to the operation of the BB, a first winning combination related to the operation of the BB (hereinafter referred to as “first BB”) is set. For the second symbol combination “blue 7-blue 7-blue 7” relating to the operation of BB, a second winning combination relating to the operation of BB (hereinafter referred to as “second BB”) is set.

In the gaming machine as described above, a combination of symbols other than the combination of symbols corresponding to the determined winning combination is not displayed. For example, when the first BB is determined, the first symbol combination can be displayed, but the second symbol combination corresponding to the second BB cannot be displayed. For this reason, it is necessary for the player to always perform a stop operation aiming at one of the combinations of symbols. This increases the number of unit games until the bonus game is activated after the winning combination related to the operation of the bonus game is determined. As a result, the skill of the player can be reflected in the game result.
Japanese Examined Patent Publication No. 3-72313 JP-A-8-98912 JP 2000-210413 A Japanese Patent No. 3172464

  However, in the conventional gaming machine described above, the number of unit games until the bonus game is activated can be increased and the skill of the player can be reflected in the game result. However, in some cases, the bonus game is activated. There is a risk that the number of unit games up to will be more than necessary. If the number of unit games before the bonus game is activated becomes more than necessary, the player wants to play the bonus game as soon as possible. In other words, there is a risk of reducing the interest of the game.

  An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can reflect a player's skill in a game result and prevent a game from being less interesting.

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

  Based on a symbol display means for displaying a plurality of symbol strings composed of a plurality of symbols, a start signal output means for outputting a signal for instructing start of a unit game based on a start operation, and a signal output by the start signal output means A winning combination determining means for determining a winning combination, a symbol changing means for changing a plurality of symbol sequences displayed by the symbol display means based on a signal output from the start signal output means, and a stop operation. Stop signal output means for outputting a signal for instructing stop of the variation of the symbol sequence performed by the symbol change means, the winning combination determined by the winning combination determination means, and the signal output by the stop signal output means Stop control means for performing stop control of the variation of the symbol sequence performed by the symbol variation means, and stopping of the variation of the plurality of symbol sequences by the stop control means As a result of the control, when a combination of specific symbols is displayed by the symbol display means, a gaming state operating means for operating a specific gaming state is provided, and a plurality of combinations of the specific symbols are provided, and The winning combination determined by the winning combination determining means is provided with a specific winning combination corresponding to each of the plurality of types of specific symbols in advance one-to-one, and each of the specific types constituting the combination of the plurality of types of specific symbols A gaming machine in which symbols are arranged at predetermined intervals in at least one of the plurality of symbol rows.

  According to this gaming machine, a plurality of types of combinations of specific symbols related to operation in a specific gaming state are provided, and the winning combination is a specific winning combination corresponding to each of a plurality of types of specific symbol combinations in a one-to-one correspondence in advance. Each of the specific symbols constituting a combination of a plurality of types of specific symbols is arranged at a predetermined number of symbols in at least one of the plurality of symbol rows. Thereby, when the symbol row is changed, each specific symbol can be displayed in a variable manner by separating a predetermined number of symbols. Therefore, it becomes difficult to take the timing when the player performs a stop operation aiming at each specific symbol. As a result, a difference can be caused in the game result depending on the skill of the player, and the technical intervention can be enhanced.

  In the gaming machine, when one of the specific winning combinations is determined by the winning combination determining means, the stop control unit is configured to display a specific symbol corresponding to a specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination. A gaming machine characterized by performing a stop control of fluctuation of a specific symbol sequence so that a specific symbol constituting a combination is not displayed by the symbol display means.

  According to this gaming machine, when any of the specific winning combinations is determined, the specific symbols constituting the combination of specific symbols corresponding to the other specific winning combinations other than the determined specific winning combination are not displayed. Stop control of fluctuation of a specific symbol sequence. Thereby, it is possible to prevent a specific symbol corresponding to a specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination from being displayed in the specific symbol sequence. In addition, as a result of the stop control, the player can predict the type of the specified winning combination determined from the type of the specific symbol that is not displayed in the specific symbol row. Therefore, it becomes easy to specify the combination of specific symbols corresponding to the determined specific winning combination, and the game value such as medals spent before specifying the specific combination of symbols corresponding to the determined specific winning combination is reduced. It becomes possible to do. As a result, it is possible to prevent a player's interest in games from being reduced. In addition, for example, if a specific symbol sequence is a symbol sequence in which a stop operation is first performed in a unit game, the player can predict the type of a specific winning combination at an early stage and is determined. It becomes possible to concentrate on displaying a combination of specific symbols corresponding to the specific winning combination.

  In the gaming machine, when any one of the specific winning combinations is determined by the winning combination determining means, the stop control means determines that the remaining one symbol is a specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination. Variation of a specific symbol sequence so that a combination of symbols corresponding to a specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination is not displayed by the symbol display means. A game machine characterized by performing stop control.

  According to this gaming machine, when any one of the specific winning combinations is determined, the remaining one symbol is determined if it is a specific symbol corresponding to another specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination. Control of stopping the variation of a specific symbol sequence is performed so that a combination of symbols (so-called “tempered pie”) that is a combination of specific symbols corresponding to a specific winning combination other than the specific winning combination is not displayed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the display of the “tempe” corresponding to the other specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination, and as a result of the stop control, from the type of the specific symbol in which the “tempe” is not displayed, The player can predict the type of the specific winning combination determined. In addition, since the “tempered pie” corresponding to the other specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination is not displayed, the game expects that the combination of symbols corresponding to the other specific winning combination is displayed. You can prevent them from being held. Therefore, it becomes easy to specify the combination of specific symbols corresponding to the determined specific winning combination, and the game value such as medals spent before specifying the specific combination of symbols corresponding to the determined specific winning combination is reduced. It becomes possible to do. As a result, it is possible to prevent a player's interest in games from being reduced.

  According to the gaming machine of the present invention, the skill of the player can be reflected in the game result, and it can be prevented that the interest of the game is reduced.

  The configuration of the gaming machine 1 according to the embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

  FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an overview of a gaming machine 1 according to the present invention. In this gaming machine 1, medals are used. However, the gaming value used in the gaming machine 1 is not limited to this, and other than coins, gaming balls, tokens, etc., it is given to or given to a player. A card or the like storing game value information is also applicable.

  The gaming machine 1 is provided with a cabinet 1a that houses reels 3L, 3C, 3R, a main control circuit 71 (see FIG. 3) described later, and the like, and a front door 1b that is attached to the cabinet 1a so as to be openable and closable. .

  Inside the cabinet 1a, three reels 3L, 3C, 3R are rotatably provided in a horizontal row. On the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R, a symbol row composed of a plurality of types of symbols is drawn on each outer peripheral surface. Each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is controlled by a later-described main control circuit 71 (see FIG. 3) so as to rotate at a constant speed (for example, 80 revolutions / minute), and the symbols drawn on the reels 3L, 3C, 3R Fluctuates with the rotation of the reel.

  Further, the front door 1b is formed with a panel display portion 2 as a substantially vertical surface. In the center of the panel display portion 2, vertically long rectangular display windows 4L, 4C, 4R are arranged in front of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. It is provided so that it may be located in. The symbols on the reels 3L, 3C, 3R can be observed through the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R.

  In addition, the gaming machine 1 receives a winning that serves as a reference for determining success or failure of winning based on the symbols displayed in the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R when the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped. A line is provided. As the winning lines, a top line 8b, a center line 8c and a bottom line 8d are provided in the horizontal direction, and a cross-up line 8a and a cross-down line 8e are provided in the oblique direction.

  The five winning lines 8a to 8e are basically operated by operating a 1-BET button 11, a 2-BET button 12, and a maximum BET button 13 which will be described later, or by inserting medals into the medal slot 22. Each one, three, and five are activated (hereinafter, the activated winning line is referred to as an activated line). Which winning line is activated is displayed by turning on BET lamps 9a, 9b, and 9c, which will be described later. The determination of winning is made based on this active line. For example, a symbol {for example, a bell described later (symbol 94)} constituting a combination of symbols related to a predetermined combination (for example, a bell described later) is stopped and displayed along the position corresponding to the active line. As a result, a winning combination of a predetermined combination (for example, a bell) is established.

  A 1-BET lamp 9a, a 2-BET lamp 9b, and a maximum BET lamp 9c are provided on the left side of the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. The 1-BET lamp 9a, the 2-BET lamp 9b, and the maximum BET lamp 9c are unit games (for example, one game from the start of reel rotation until the reel rotation stops and a game result is obtained). It is turned on according to the number of medals inserted to perform (that is, the number of inserted medals). The 1-BET lamp 9a is turned on when the number of inserted sheets is one and one winning line (8c) is activated. The 2-BET lamp 9b is lit when the number of inserted sheets is two and the three pay lines (8b, 8c, 8d) are activated. The maximum BET lamp 9c lights up when the number of inserted sheets is 3 and all winning lines (8a to 8e) are activated.

  A WIN lamp 20 is provided below the BET lamps 9a, 9b, and 9c. The WIN lamp 20 is turned on when a win lamp lighting lottery performed when a carryover combination described later is set. This informs the player that a carryover combination has been set and that a combination of symbols relating to a bonus (for example, BB or RB) described later can be displayed on the active line.

  An information display unit 18 is provided below the WIN lamp 20. The information display unit 18 is composed of 7-segment LEDs, and the number of medals stored in the gaming machine 1 (so-called “credit”), the number of medals to be paid out to the player at the time of winning a prize (hereinafter “paid-out number”). In other words, the number of unit games and the number of winnings in the RB gaming state described later are displayed.

  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 5a of the liquid crystal display device 5, information related to the game is displayed.

  On the right side of the liquid crystal display device 5, a medal slot 22 is provided. The above-described winning line is activated according to the medal inserted into the medal slot 22. Also, if more than 3 medals are inserted into the medal insertion slot 22 (that is, the maximum number that can be inserted in a unit game (hereinafter referred to as “maximum number inserted”)), Medals are credited.

  On the left side of the liquid crystal display device 5, a 1-BET button 11, a 2-BET button 12, and a maximum BET button 13 are provided for inserting medals from credited medals. The 1-BET button 11 is inserted with one of the credited medals by a single pressing operation. The 2-BET button 12 is inserted with two of the credited medals by a single pressing operation. The maximum BET button 13 is used to insert three medals out of credited medals (that is, the maximum number of inserted medals) by a single pressing operation. By operating these BET buttons 11, 12, and 13, the above-described winning line is activated.

  An operation unit 17 is provided above the BET buttons 11, 12, and 13. Based on the operation of the operation unit 17 by the player, information related to the game such as a game history is displayed on the display screen 5 a of the liquid crystal display device 5.

  A C / P button 14 for switching between credit (Credit) / payout (Pay) of medals acquired by the player in the game is provided on the left side of the front surface of the pedestal 10. When the C / P button 14 is pressed to switch from credit to payout, the credited medal is paid out from the medal payout port 15 at the lower front, and the payout medal is stored in the medal receiving portion 16.

  Speakers 21 </ b> L and 21 </ b> R are provided on the left and right above the medal receiving portion 16. From the speakers 21L and 21R, a production sound, a notification sound, or the like corresponding to the game situation is emitted.

  A start lever 6 is provided on the right side of the C / P button 14 to rotate the reels 3L, 3C, 3R by a start operation and to start changing the symbols displayed on the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R. Yes.

  Three stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R for stopping the rotation of the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R by a stop operation are provided at the center of the front surface of the pedestal 10 and below the liquid crystal display device 5, respectively. Is provided. The unit game of the embodiment starts when the reels 3L, 3C, 3R start to rotate, and ends when all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R stop.

  Here, in the embodiment, when all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are rotating, the first stop operation is referred to as a “first stop operation”, and when two reels are rotating. The stop operation that is performed after the first stop operation is referred to as “second stop operation”, and the stop operation that is performed after the second stop operation is performed when the remaining one reel is rotating. This is referred to as “3 stop operation”. A case where the first stop operation is a stop operation on the left reel 3L is referred to as “forward press”, and a case where the first stop operation is a stop operation on the middle reel 3C is referred to as “intermediate press”. The case of a stop operation for the right reel 3R is referred to as “reverse pressing”.

  Moreover, LED101 and the lamp | ramp 102 are provided in the upper part of the front door 1b. The LED 101 and the lamp 102 emit light in a light emission pattern according to the game situation, and effects and notifications are performed.

  FIG. 2 shows a symbol array arranged on the reels 3L, 3C, 3R.

  A reel sheet is mounted on the outer peripheral surface of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R, and a symbol row in which 21 types of symbols are arranged on the reel sheet is drawn. Specifically, red 7 (symbol 91), blue 7 (symbol 92), yellow 7 (symbol 93), bell (symbol 94), watermelon (symbol 95), replay (symbol 96) and cherry (symbol 97). A symbol row composed of symbols is drawn. Each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is rotationally driven so that the symbol row moves in the direction of the arrow in FIG. Each symbol is assigned a code number of 00 to 20, and is stored as a data table in the ROM 32 (see FIG. 3) of the main control circuit 71 described later.

  Also, red 7 (symbol 91), blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93), which are specific symbols (symbols related to the operation of bonuses described later), are arranged every predetermined number of symbols in each symbol row. Has been. As shown in FIG. 2, in the symbol row of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R, red 7 (symbol 91) is arranged at the position of code number 00, and six symbols are opened from red 7 (symbol 91). Blue 7 (symbol 92) was placed at the position of 07, six symbols were opened from blue 7 (symbol 92), and yellow 7 (symbol 93) was placed at the position of code number 14. Further, six symbols are opened from yellow 7 (symbol 93), and red 7 (symbol 91) is arranged at the position of code number 00. Thus, in the symbol row of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R, each specific symbol is arranged every seven symbols.

  FIG. 3 shows a circuit configuration of the gaming machine 1 including a peripheral device (actuator) electrically connected to the main control circuit 71, the sub control circuit 72, the main control circuit 71, or the sub control circuit 72.

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

  A clock pulse generation circuit 34, a frequency divider 35, a random number generator 36 and a sampling circuit 37 are connected to the CPU 31.

  The clock pulse generation circuit 34 and the frequency divider 35 generate a reference clock pulse. The random number generator 36 generates random numbers belonging to a certain numerical range. The sampling circuit 37 extracts (samples) the random number generated by the random number generator 36. By using the extracted random number, a lottery process is performed, and predetermined information (for example, an internal winning combination described later) is determined.

  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 transmits a program related to the processing of the CPU 31 (for example, see FIGS. 9 to 11 described later), various tables (for example, see FIGS. 5 to 8 described later), and the sub control circuit 72. Various control commands (commands) are stored.

  Various information obtained by the processing of the CPU 31 is set in the RAM 33. For example, various kinds of information such as identification information for identifying an internal winning combination, a carryover combination, a gaming state, and numerical information for specifying the number of unit games, the number of winnings, the number of payouts, and the like are set. These pieces of information are transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72 by the aforementioned command.

  In the circuit of FIG. 3, the main actuators whose operation is controlled by a control signal from the microcomputer 30 are the BET lamps 9a, 9b, 9c, the WIN lamp 20, the information display unit 18, the hopper 40, and stepping motors 49L, 49C. 49R.

  In addition, each circuit for controlling the operation of each actuator described above is connected to the output unit of the microcomputer 30 in response to a control signal output from the CPU 31. Each circuit includes a motor drive circuit 39, a lamp drive circuit 45, a display unit drive circuit 48, and a hopper drive circuit 41.

  The motor drive circuit 39 drives and controls the stepping motors 49L, 49C, 49R. As a result, the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are rotated or stopped.

  The lamp driving circuit 45 controls driving of the BET lamps 9a, 9b, 9c or the WIN lamp 20. Thereby, the BET lamps 9a, 9b, 9c or the WIN lamp 20 are turned on and off. The CPU 31 outputs a lighting signal to the lamp driving circuit 45 when winning the WIN lamp lighting lottery performed when the carryover combination described later is set. In response to this, the lamp drive circuit 45 turns on the WIN lamp 20. If the CPU 31 determines that the symbol combination related to the carryover combination is displayed on the active line, the CPU 31 outputs a turn-off signal to the lamp driving circuit 45. In response to this, the lamp driving circuit 45 turns off the WIN lamp 20.

  The display unit driving circuit 48 drives and controls the information display unit 18. As a result, various information (such as the number of credits) is displayed on the information display unit 18.

  The hopper drive circuit 41 drives and controls the hopper 40. Thereby, the medal accommodated in the hopper 40 is paid out.

  Also, each switch and each circuit for generating an input signal that triggers outputting a control signal to each circuit and each actuator described above are connected to the input section of the microcomputer 30. Each switch and each circuit includes a start switch 6S, stop switches 7LS, 7CS, 7RS, 1-BET switch 11S, 2-BET switch 12S, maximum BET switch 13S, C / P switch 14S, medal sensor 22S, reel position detection. There are a circuit 50 and a payout completion signal circuit 51.

  The start switch 6S detects a player's operation on the start lever 6 and outputs a signal instructing the start of the unit game to the microcomputer 30.

  The stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS detect the player's operation on the stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R, respectively, and command to stop the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R corresponding to the detected stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R. The signal to be output is output to the microcomputer 30.

  The 1-BET switch 11S, the 2-BET switch 12S, and the maximum BET switch 13S detect the player's operation on the 1-BET button 11, the 2-BET button 12, and the maximum BET button 13, respectively. A signal that instructs insertion of one, two, or three medals is output to the microcomputer 30.

  The C / P switch 14S detects a player's operation on the C / P button 14, and outputs a signal for switching the credit mode or the payout mode to the microcomputer 30. When the credit mode is switched to the payout mode, a signal for instructing the payout of medals credited to the gaming machine 1 is output to the microcomputer 30.

  The medal sensor 22S detects a medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 22, and outputs a signal indicating that a medal has been inserted to the microcomputer 30.

  The reel position detection circuit 50 detects a pulse signal from the reel rotation sensor and generates a signal for detecting the position of the symbol on each reel 3L, 3C, 3R.

  The payout completion signal circuit 51 indicates that the payout of medals is completed when the number of medals detected by the medal detection unit 40S (that is, the number of medals paid out from the hopper 40) reaches the designated number. Generate a signal.

  The sub control circuit 72 performs various processes (such as determination and execution of effect contents) based on various commands (such as a start command described later) output from the main control circuit 71. 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.

  The main actuators whose operation is controlled by a control signal from the sub control circuit 72 include the liquid crystal display device 5, the speakers 21L and 21R, the LED 101, and the lamp 102. The sub-control circuit 72 determines and displays an image to be displayed on the liquid crystal display device 5 based on the determined content of the effect, determines and outputs the lighting pattern of the LED 101 and the lamp 102, and the effect sound output from the speakers 21L and 21R. Determine and output sound effects.

  Further, the operation unit 17 and the volume control unit 103 are connected to the sub control circuit 72. The sub control circuit 72 displays an image corresponding to the information determined by the signal output from the operation unit 17 on the liquid crystal display device 5. Further, the sub control circuit 72 adjusts the volume output from the speakers 21L and 21R based on the signal output from the volume control unit 103.

  In the gaming machine 1, when a signal is output from the start switch 6S that starts the unit game on condition that a medal is inserted, a control signal is output to the motor drive circuit 39, and drive control of the stepping motors 49L, 49C, and 49R is performed. The rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is started by (for example, excitation to each phase). At this time, the number of drive pulses supplied to each of the stepping motors 49L, 49C, 49R is counted, and the counted value is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. From the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, reset pulses are obtained for each rotation, and these pulses are output to the CPU 31 via the reel position detection circuit 50. The count value of the drive pulse set in the RAM 33 is cleared to 0 by the output of the reset pulse. Thereby, the count value corresponding to the rotation position within the range of one rotation is set in the RAM 33 for each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R.

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

  When a signal is output from the start switch 6S, random number sampling is performed by the random number generator 36 and the sampling circuit 37, lottery processing is performed based on the extracted random number, and an internal winning combination is determined.

  After the reels 3L, 3C, 3R reach constant speed rotation, when a signal is output from the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, 7RS by a stop operation, the reels 3L, 3L, A control signal for stopping and controlling 3C and 3R is output to the motor drive circuit 39. The motor drive circuit 39 controls the driving of the stepping motors 49L, 49C, 49R (for example, excitation to all phases) and stops the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R.

  When the rotation of all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped, the display combination search process is performed based on the combination of symbols displayed at a predetermined position (for example, the center line 8c). The search for the display combination is performed based on a symbol combination table (not shown) stored in the ROM 32. In this symbol combination table, a symbol combination related to winning, a corresponding medal payout number, and a corresponding determination code are set.

  When it is determined by the display combination search that a combination of symbols related to winning is displayed, a control signal is output to the hopper driving circuit 41 and the hopper 40 is driven to pay out medals. At this 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 the designated number, the payout completion signal circuit 51 outputs a signal indicating completion of the medal payout. The Thereby, a control signal is output to the hopper drive circuit 41, and the drive of the hopper 40 is stopped. When the credit mode is switched by the C / P switch 14S, if it is determined that the symbol combination related to winning is displayed, the payout number corresponding to the symbol combination related to winning is credited to the RAM 33. Add to the number counter. Further, a control signal is output to the display unit driving circuit 48 and the value of the credit number counter is displayed on the information display unit 18. In some cases, a combination of symbols related to winning is displayed, and medals paid out or credits are collectively referred to simply as “paid out”.

  FIG. 4 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). Based on the command transmitted from the main control circuit 71, the CPU provided in the image control microcomputer 81 follows the control program stored in the program ROM 83 with effect contents {that is, effect data (image information, light emission pattern information, sound (Including information)} and performing various processes. Similarly to the main control circuit 71, the image control circuit (gSub) 72a includes a clock pulse generation circuit, a frequency divider, a random number generator, and a sampling circuit, and is connected to the image control microcomputer 81 ( Not shown). These are configured to execute random number sampling.

  The serial port 82 receives a command transmitted from the main control circuit 71. The program ROM 83 stores a control program (see FIGS. 14 to 16 described later) executed by the image control microcomputer 81, various tables (for example, an effect data determination table for determining effect data shown in FIG. 13 described later), and the like. To do. 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 set in the work RAM 84. For example, various information such as various commands received from the main control circuit 71, information extracted from various commands, and information obtained as a result of performing processing corresponding to various commands are set.

  The calendar IC 85 stores date data. An operation unit 17 is connected to the image control microcomputer 81. In the embodiment, the date setting or the like is performed by operating the operation unit 17 by a hall clerk or the like. 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 corresponding to the effect data determined by the image control microcomputer 81 and outputs it 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 based on the determined effect data. For example, characters such as people and animals, sprite image data such as symbols, characters, and figures, background image data, and the like are stored. Sprite image data is an image to be displayed superimposed on a background image (background surface).

  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 data. 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 the LED 101 and the lamp 102. The sound / lamp control microcomputer 91 transmits an output signal to the LED 101 and the lamp 102 in response to a command transmitted at a predetermined timing from the image control circuit (gSub) 72a. Thereby, LED101 and the lamp | ramp 102 light-emit in the predetermined | prescribed aspect according to a command.

  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 a hall clerk 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.

  FIG. 5 shows a symbol combination corresponding to a display combination and a payout number.

  As the display combination of the gaming machine 1, BB (so-called “big bonus”), RB (so-called “regular bonus”), bell, watermelon, cherry, and replay are set. BB and RB are collectively referred to as “bonus”.

  As shown in FIG. 5, BB is displayed with three specific symbols, red 7 (symbol 91), blue 7 (symbol 92) or yellow 7 (symbol 93) arranged along the active line. It works by. When BB is activated, the gaming state is updated to the BB gaming state. The number of payouts corresponding to the operation of BB is 0.

  As described above, in the gaming machine 1, three combinations of symbols related to the operation of the BB are provided, and the BB operates even if any of the three combinations of symbols is displayed. . As will be described later with reference to FIG. 6, one winning combination is set for each of the three combinations of symbols related to the operation of the BB. In other words, the three combinations of symbols related to the operation of the BB and the winning combination are set to correspond one-to-one.

  The RB is activated by displaying “Replay (symbol 96) -Replay-Bell (symbol 94)” alongside the active line. When the RB is activated, the gaming state is updated to the RB gaming state. Further, the number of payouts corresponding to the operation of the RB is 0.

  The bell is won by three bells (symbol 94) displayed along the active line. The number of payouts corresponding to the Bell prize is eight.

  The watermelon is won by displaying three watermelons (symbol 95) side by side along the active line. The number of payouts corresponding to a watermelon prize is three.

  The cherry is awarded when the cherry (symbol 97) stops and displays on the upper, middle or lower display window 4L. The number of payouts corresponding to the winning of cherry is one. If the cherry is displayed in the upper or lower part of the left display window 4L, a winning is made on two active lines, so the corresponding payout number is two (1 sheet × 2).

  Replay is established by displaying three replays (symbol 96) side by side along the active line. The payout number corresponding to the establishment of the replay is 0, but when the replay is established, the re-game is performed in the next unit game. That is, the same number of medals as the number of coins inserted in the unit game in which replay is established is automatically inserted into the next unit game, so that the player can play the next unit game without consuming the medal.

  Further, when a symbol combination other than the symbol combinations related to the above-mentioned operation of BB, RB, winning of bell, watermelon, cherry, and establishment of replay is displayed, a loss is established. The display combination includes the above-mentioned BB, RB, bell, watermelon, cherry, and replay, and also includes a loss.

  The probability lottery table used when determining the internal winning combination will be described with reference to FIG.

  A probability lottery table is provided for each gaming state. In this probability lottery table, an internal winning combination, a random number range in which each internal winning combination is determined, and a winning probability are associated. Also, in this probability lottery table, the 1BB (Red 7), 2BB (Blue 7), 3BB (Yellow 7), RB, Cherry, Bell, Watermelon, Replay are the internal winning combinations that may be determined. And losing. The random number range used in this probability lottery table is “0-16383”.

  Here, the gaming state of the gaming machine 1 will be described. The gaming state of the gaming machine 1 includes a general gaming state, a BB internal winning state, an RB internal winning state, a BB gaming state, and an RB gaming state. These gaming states are basically distinguished by the types of roles that may be determined. The transition between the game states is performed by the CPU 31 according to the program stored in the ROM 32 described above.

  The general gaming state is a gaming state in which neither BB nor RB is operating, and the internal winning combination relating to the operation of BB and RB is not determined. The general game state is set as the most unfavorable game state for the player as compared to other game states.

  When an internal winning combination (first BB, second BB, or third BB, which will be described later) related to the operation of the BB is determined in the general gaming state, the gaming state is updated to the BB internal winning state. In the gaming machine 1, when the internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB is determined, the internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB is memorized until the BB operates (generally referred to as “carryover” and stored) The internal winning role is called “carryover”). While the internal winning combination relating to the operation of BB is stored, the internal winning state of BB continues.

  Further, when the internal winning combination related to the operation of the RB is determined in the general gaming state, the gaming state is updated to the RB internal winning state. In the gaming machine 1, when the internal winning combination related to the operation of the RB is determined, the internal winning combination related to the operation of the RB is carried over until the RB operates. While the internal winning combination relating to the operation of the RB is carried over, the RB internal winning state continues.

  In the BB internal winning state, when a symbol combination related to the operation of the BB is displayed, the BB operates. When BB is activated, the gaming state is updated to the BB gaming state. In the BB gaming state, first, the BB general gaming state is started, and the RB gaming state is started by the operation of the RB in the BB general gaming state. The BB gaming state has a higher probability that the RB is determined as an internal winning combination than other gaming states, and the RB can be operated with a high probability. Therefore, the BB gaming state is different from other gaming states (for example, the general gaming state). This is a game state that is more advantageous for the player than the player. In addition, the BB gaming state ends when the number of payouts in the BB gaming state reaches a predetermined number (for example, 465). Note that the BB gaming state is a gaming state configured by a unit game in which the accessory continuous operation device according to the first type special accessory is operating.

  When the symbol combination related to the operation of the RB is displayed in the RB internal winning state, the RB operates. When the RB is activated, the gaming state is updated to the RB gaming state. The RB gaming state is a gaming state in which an internal winning combination (for example, bell, watermelon, cherry) related to winning may be determined with high probability. In the RB gaming state, the maximum number of inserted games is set to one. For this reason, the ratio of medals to be paid out with respect to the inserted medals can be increased, which is a gaming state advantageous to the player as compared to other gaming states. Also, the RB gaming state is the number of unit games performed in the RB gaming state (hereinafter referred to as “the number of RB games”) reaches 12 times, or the number of winnings (excluding the establishment of replay) is established ( The process ends when the number of “winnings” is 8). The RB gaming state is a gaming state configured by a unit game in which the first type special combination is operating.

  (1) of FIG. 6 shows the general game state probability lottery table. The general gaming state probability lottery table is used when the gaming state is the general gaming state.

  In the general game state probability lottery table, cherry, bell, watermelon, replay, RB, first BB (red 7), second BB (blue 7), third BB (yellow 7), and lose are determined as internal winning combinations. there is a possibility. The random number range and the winning probability determined for each internal winning combination are as shown in the figure.

  Thus, in the general gaming state of the gaming machine 1, three internal winning combinations of the first BB (red 7), the second BB (blue 7), and the third BB (yellow 7) are given as internal winning combinations related to the operation of the BB. Was provided. These three internal winning combinations are provided in one-to-one correspondence with the above-described three combinations of symbols related to the operation of BB. The winning probabilities of the first BB (red 7), the second BB (blue 7), and the third BB (yellow 7) are all set equal.

  (2) of FIG. 6 shows an internal winning state probability lottery table. The internal winning state probability lottery table is used when the gaming state is the BB internal winning state or the RB internal winning state.

  In the internal lottery status probability lottery table, there is a possibility that cherry, bell, watermelon, replay, or loss will be determined as the internal winning combination. The random number range and the winning probability determined for each internal winning combination are as shown in the figure. In addition, the probability that an internal winning combination other than a lose is determined is set to be equal to the general gaming state probability lottery table.

  FIG. 6 (3) shows an RB gaming state probability lottery table. The RB gaming state probability lottery table is used when the gaming state is the RB gaming state.

  In the RB gaming state probability lottery table, there is a possibility that cherry, bell, watermelon, or lose will be determined as the internal winning combination. The random number range and the winning probability determined for each internal winning combination are as shown in the figure.

  Further, in the RB gaming state, the probability that a bell is determined is extremely high and the probability that a loss is determined is extremely low compared to other gaming states. Further, in the RB gaming state, the maximum inserted number is set to one. As a result, in the RB gaming state, the ratio of the payout number to the input number (so-called payout rate) can be increased. Therefore, in the RB gaming state, the player can increase the chances of acquiring medals, so that it is possible to play a game that is more advantageous to the player than in other gaming states.

  (4) in FIG. 6 shows a probability lottery table for a general gaming state during BB. The BB general gaming state probability lottery table is used when the gaming state is the BB general gaming state.

  In the BB general gaming state probability lottery table, there is a possibility that cherry, bell, watermelon, replay, RB, or lose will be determined as the internal winning combination. The random number range and the winning probability determined for each internal winning combination are as shown in the figure. In the general game state during BB, the probability that replay and RB are determined is higher than in other game states. As a result, in the general game state during BB, it is possible to increase the chance that the player can play the game again and to operate the RB continuously.

  With reference to FIG. 7, the relationship between the gaming state, the internal winning combination, and the determined stop table group will be described. The stop table group indicates a set of stop tables, and is determined at the time of stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. The stop table group is determined based on the gaming state and the internal winning combination. Further, based on the stop table group, the symbol combination to be displayed in the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R (that is, on the effective line) is determined.

  When a displayable stop table group is determined as the stop table group, a combination of symbols corresponding to the corresponding internal winning combination can be displayed in the display windows 4L, 4C, 4R (that is, on the active line). It becomes. For example, when the replay displayable stop table group is determined, it is possible to display a combination of symbols related to replay along the active line. In addition, when a losing display stop table group is determined, a combination of symbols related to losing (that is, a symbol combination related to other than BB, RB, replay, bell, watermelon, cherry) is displayed along the effective line. Is possible.

  In the general gaming state, the RB gaming state, and the BB general gaming state, a displayable stop table capable of displaying a combination of symbols corresponding to the determined internal winning combination is surely determined.

  Here, in the general gaming state, when the determined internal winning combination is the first BB (red 7), the red 7BB displayable stop table group is determined. When the stop table group capable of displaying red 7BB is determined, a combination of symbols corresponding to the first BB (red 7) {ie, red 7 (design 91) -red 7-red 7} may be displayed on the active line. It becomes possible.

  In the general gaming state, when the determined internal winning combination is the second BB (blue 7), the blue 7BB displayable stop table group is determined. When the blue 7BB displayable stop table group is determined, the combination of symbols corresponding to the second BB (blue 7) {ie, blue 7 (design 92) -blue 7-blue 7} may be displayed on the active line. It becomes possible.

  Further, in the general gaming state, when the determined internal winning combination is the third BB (yellow 7), the yellow 7BB displayable stop table group is determined. When the yellow 7BB displayable stop table group is determined, the combination of symbols corresponding to the third BB (yellow 7) {ie, yellow 7 (design 93) -yellow 7-yellow 7} may be displayed on the effective line. It becomes possible.

  Thus, when the displayable stop table group is determined, it is possible to display only the combination of symbols related to the corresponding internal winning combination. Therefore, for example, when the determined internal winning combination is the first BB (red 7), the symbol combination corresponding to the second BB (blue 7) or the third BB (yellow 7) cannot be displayed.

  Here, when the internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB is determined and the stop table group capable of displaying the BB is determined, the combination of the symbols related to the operation of the BB is not displayed, the operation related to the operation of the BB The internal winning combination will be carried over as the carryover after the next game. For example, when the determined internal winning combination is 1BB (red 7) and the stop table group capable of displaying red 7BB is determined, the combination of symbols corresponding to the first BB (red 7) is not displayed. The first BB (red 7) is carried over from the next game onward as a carryover combination. When the internal winning combination related to the operation of BB is carried over, the gaming state becomes the BB internal winning state.

  In the BB internal winning state, a displayable stop table capable of displaying the symbol combination related to the determined internal winning combination is surely determined unless the internal winning combination is lost.

  Here, in the BB internal winning state, when the internal winning combination is lost, the BB displayable stop table group corresponding to the carryover combination is determined. Thereby, it becomes possible to display the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination along the effective line. For example, if the carryover combination is the first BB (red 7) (that is, if the first BB internal winning state), the red 7BB displayable stop table group is determined. Thereby, it becomes possible to display the combination of symbols corresponding to the first BB (red 7). If the carryover combination is the second BB (blue 7) (that is, if the second BB internal winning state), the blue 7BB displayable stop table group is determined. Thereby, it becomes possible to display the combination of symbols corresponding to the second BB (blue 7). Furthermore, if the carryover combination is the third BB (yellow 7) (that is, if the third BB internal winning state), the yellow 7BB displayable stop table group is determined. Thereby, it becomes possible to display the combination of symbols corresponding to the third BB (yellow 7).

  In addition, when the internal winning combination related to the RB operation is determined and the RB displayable stop table group is determined, if the symbol combination related to the RB operation is not displayed, the internal winning combination related to the RB operation is displayed. The role is carried over as a carryover after the next game. When the internal winning combination relating to the operation of the RB is carried over, the gaming state becomes the RB internal winning state. In the RB internal winning state, a displayable stop table capable of displaying the combination of symbols related to the determined internal winning combination is surely determined unless the internal winning combination is lost. Here, in the RB internal winning state, when the internal winning combination is lost, the RB displayable stop table group is determined. Thereby, it becomes possible to display the combination of the symbols related to the operation of the RB along the effective line.

  An example of a stop table included in the stop table group will be described with reference to FIG.

  The stop table included in the stop table group shows the stop operation position and the stop control position of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R. The stop operation position is a symbol (specifically) located on the center line 8c when the stop operation is performed and the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, 7RS provided corresponding to the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are turned on. Specifically, it represents the code number of the symbol whose symbol center is located above the center line 8c and whose center is closest to the position of the center line 8c. The stop control position represents the code number of the symbol displayed at the position of the center line 8c when the reel on which the stop operation is performed stops.

  Here, in the gaming machine 1, control is performed to stop the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R within 190 msec after the signals are output by the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, 7RS. That is, the so-called number of sliding frames is set to a maximum of 4 frames (that is, 0 to 4 frames). For example, when the cherry of the code number 05 (symbol 97) reaches the position of the center line 8c during the rotation of the right reel 3R (see FIG. 2), if the signal is output by the stop switch 7RS, The right reel 3R can be controlled to stop so that yellow 7 (symbol 93) is displayed at the position of the center line 8c. Therefore, for example, when a bell displayable stop table group is determined, stop control can be performed so that a bell (symbol 94) is displayed on the effective line in a range of a maximum of four frames.

  Here, the aforementioned internal winning combination, stop table group, stop table, carryover combination, etc. are information for determining the display mode of the symbols when the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped. ".

  FIG. 8 shows a red 7BB displayable stop table included in the red 7BB displayable stop table group, a blue 7BB displayable stop table included in the blue 7BB displayable stop table group, and a yellow 7BB included in the yellow 7BB displayable stop table group. The displayable stop table is shown. These stop tables are used when the first stop operation is performed on the left reel 3L.

  (1) of FIG. 8 shows the red 7BB displayable stop table included in the red 7BB displayable stop table group. This stop table is used when the carryover combination is the first BB (red 7), and is not used when the carryover combination is the second BB (blue 7) or the third BB (yellow 7).

  In the stop table of (1) in FIG. 8, when the stop operation position of the left reel 3L is any one of the code number 00 to the code number 04, the code number 00 is determined as the stop control position. In the symbol row of the left reel 3L shown in FIG. 2, the symbol corresponding to the code number 00 is red 7 (symbol 91).

  Therefore, when the stop control of the left reel 3L is performed using the red 7BB displayable stop table shown in (1) of FIG. 8, the maximum number of sliding frames from the red 7 (symbol 91) arranged at the position of the code number 00 is obtained. If the stop operation is performed at the stop operation position within the range of 4 frames (that is, the range from code number 00 to code number 04), the middle position in the left display window 4L (ie, on the center line 8c) ) Can display red 7 (symbol 91).

  Here, in the stop table of (1) in FIG. 8, the stop control positions other than the stop control position corresponding to the above-described red 7 (symbol 91) are code number 05, code number 09, code number 12 or code number 17. One of them. In the symbol row of the left reel 3L shown in FIG. 2, the symbols corresponding to these code numbers are not blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93). Also, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) are not included in the symbol one symbol above and one symbol below the symbol corresponding to these code numbers.

  Therefore, when the stop control of the left reel 3L is performed using the red 7BB displayable stop table shown in (1) of FIG. 8, the left display window 4L (that is, on any effective line) Blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) can be prevented from being displayed.

  For example, the symbol positions where code number 07 blue 7 (symbol 92) can be displayed in the left display window 4L are code numbers 06 to 08, but stop when a stop operation is performed at these symbol positions. The control position is set to code number 05. Therefore, after moving Blue 7 (symbol 92) from one frame to three frames, it is displayed outside the frame of the left display window 4L, and within the left display window 4L (that is, on any active line). It can be prevented from being displayed.

  (2) of FIG. 8 shows the blue 7BB displayable stop table included in the blue 7BB displayable stop table group. This stop table is used when the carryover combination is the second BB (blue 7), and is not used when the carryover combination is the first BB (red 7) or the third BB (yellow 7).

  In the stop table of (2) of FIG. 8, when the stop operation position of the left reel 3L is any one of the code number 07 to the code number 11, the code number 07 is determined as the stop control position. In the symbol row of the left reel 3L shown in FIG. 2, the symbol corresponding to the code number 07 is blue 7 (symbol 92).

  Therefore, when the stop control of the left reel 3L is performed using the blue 7BB displayable stop table shown in (2) of FIG. 8, the maximum number of sliding frames from the blue 7 (symbol 92) arranged at the code number 07 position. If the stop operation is performed at the stop operation position in the range of 4 frames (ie, the range from code number 07 to code number 11), the middle position in the left display window 4L (ie, on the center line 8c) ) Can be displayed in blue 7 (symbol 92).

  Here, in the stop table of FIG. 8 (2), the stop control positions other than the stop control position corresponding to the blue 7 (symbol 92) are code number 02, code number 05, code number 12, and code number 17. Or it is either code number 19. In the symbol row of the left reel 3L shown in FIG. 2, the symbols corresponding to these code numbers are not red 7 (symbol 91) and yellow 7 (symbol 93). In addition, red 7 (symbol 91) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) are not included in the symbol one symbol above and one symbol below the symbol corresponding to these code numbers.

  Therefore, when the stop control of the left reel 3L is performed using the blue 7BB displayable stop table shown in (2) of FIG. 8, the left display window 4L (that is, on any effective line) Red 7 (symbol 91) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) can be prevented from being displayed.

  For example, the symbol positions at which the yellow 7 (symbol 93) with the code number 14 can be displayed in the left display window 4L are the code numbers 13 to 15, but the stop when the stop operation is performed at these symbol positions. The control position is set to code number 12. As a result, yellow 7 (symbol 93) is moved from one frame to three frames, and then displayed outside the frame of the left display window 4L. In the left display window 4L (that is, on any active line) ) You can prevent it from being displayed.

  (3) of FIG. 8 shows the yellow 7BB displayable stop table included in the yellow 7BB displayable stop table group. This stop table is used when the carryover combination is the third BB (yellow 7), and is not used when the carryover combination is the first BB (red 7) or the second BB (blue 7).

  In the stop table of (3) of FIG. 8, when the stop operation position of the left reel 3L is any one of the code numbers 14 to 18, the code number 14 is determined as the stop control position. In the symbol row of the left reel 3L shown in FIG. 2, the symbol corresponding to the code number 14 is yellow 7 (symbol 93).

  Therefore, when the stop control of the left reel 3L is performed using the yellow 7BB displayable stop table shown in (3) of FIG. 8, the maximum number of sliding symbols from the yellow 7 (symbol 93) arranged at the position of the code number 14 If the stop operation is performed at the stop operation position within the range of 4 frames (that is, the range from the code number 14 to the code number 18), the middle position (ie, on the center line 8c) in the left display window 4L. ) Can display yellow 7 (symbol 93).

  Here, in the stop table of FIG. 8 (3), the stop control positions other than the stop control position corresponding to the above yellow 7 (symbol 93) are code number 02, code number 05, code number 09, code number 12 Or it is either code number 19. In the symbol row of the left reel 3L shown in FIG. 2, the symbols corresponding to these code numbers are not red 7 (symbol 91) and blue 7 (symbol 92). Also, red 7 (symbol 91) and blue 7 (symbol 92) are not included in the symbol one symbol above and one symbol below the symbol corresponding to these code numbers.

  Therefore, when the stop control of the left reel 3L is performed using the yellow 7BB displayable stop table shown in (3) of FIG. 8, the left display window 4L (that is, on any effective line) Red 7 (symbol 91) and blue 7 (symbol 92) can be prevented from being displayed.

  For example, the symbol positions where red 7 (symbol 91) of code number 00 can be displayed in the left display window 4L are code number 20, code number 00, and code number 01, but the stop operation is performed at these symbol positions. When it is performed, the stop control position is set to the code number 19. Thus, after moving red 7 (symbol 91) from one frame to three frames, it is displayed outside the frame of the left display window 4L, and within the left display window 4L (that is, on any active line). ) You can prevent it from being displayed.

  Note that FIG. 8 illustrates an example in which the first stop operation is performed on the left reel 3L, and illustrates the stop table when the first stop operation is performed on the other reels 3C and 3R. However, even when the first stop operation is performed on the other reels 3C and 3R, stop control is performed using the same stop table as in FIG. In other words, in the other display windows 4C and 4R (that is, on any active line), other than the internal winning combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} related to the operation of the BB set as the carryover combination Other internal winning combinations {for example, second BB (blue 7) and third BB (yellow 7)} corresponding to the operation of BB {e.g., blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} It can be prevented from being displayed.

  The control operation of the CPU 31 of the main control circuit 71 will be described with reference to the flowcharts shown in FIGS.

  First, the main flowchart of the main control circuit 71 will be described with reference to 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, the designated RAM area at the end of the game is cleared (step S2). Specifically, the CPU 31 erases the data in the writable area in the RAM 33 used in the previous game, writes the parameters necessary for the next game in the writable area in the RAM 33, and executes the sequence program in the next unit game. Specify the start address.

  Next, the CPU 31 performs medal insertion / start check processing (step S3). First, in the medal insertion check process, the CPU 31 determines whether the medal sensor 22S has detected the passage of a medal, whether the BET switches 11S, 12S, 13S are turned on, or based on the replay operating flag. It is determined whether or not the replay is won in the unit game, and a process of inserting medals (that is, BET) is performed based on each determination result. Specifically, the CPU 31 updates the inserted number counter set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 in accordance with the determination result of the medal sensor 22S, the BET switches 11S, 12S, 13S or the replay operating flag. The replay operating flag is identification information for identifying whether or not replay is established, and is updated (ie, turned on) by displaying a symbol combination related to replay. The inserted number counter is numerical information for specifying the inserted number in the current unit game. When the CPU 31 determines that the replay operating flag is ON, the CPU 31 sets the same number as the value of the inserted number counter in the previous unit game in the inserted number counter in the current unit game. Further, the CPU 31 sets a medal insertion command for specifying that a medal has been inserted. In the start check process, the CPU 31 starts the operation on the condition that a medal is inserted {for example, the inserted number counter is 1 or more or the inserted number counter is the maximum value (3 sheets)}. To determine whether or not the start switch 6S is turned on.

  When determining that the start switch 6S is turned on in step S3, the CPU 31 extracts a random number for lottery used in a probability lottery process described later (step S4).

  Next, the CPU 31 performs a gaming state monitoring process (step S5). In this gaming state monitoring process, the CPU 31 determines whether the general gaming state, the BB general gaming state, the RB gaming state, the RB internal winning state, or the BB internal state based on the presence / absence of a carryover combination or the ON / OFF state of the bonus operating flag. Any game state in the winning state is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 as information on the game state in the current unit game. Specifically, if the carryover combination is an internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB {that is, the first BB (red 7), the second BB (blue 7) or the third BB (yellow 7)}, the CPU 31 is in the BB internal winning state. If the carryover combination is RB, the RB internal winning state is set. The CPU 31 sets the BB gaming state if the BB operating flag is on, and sets the RB gaming state if the RB operating flag is on. Furthermore, if the carryover combination is not set and the bonus operating flag is off, the CPU 31 sets the general gaming state. Based on the gaming state information set in this process, the CPU 31 determines an internal winning combination, a stop table group, and the like in the process described later.

  Next, the CPU 31 performs a probability lottery process (step S6). In this probability lottery process, the CPU 31 performs a process of determining an internal winning combination based on a probability lottery table (see FIG. 6) corresponding to the gaming state. In this probability lottery process, if the determined internal winning combination is an internal winning combination related to the operation of BB or RB, the CPU 31 uses the determined internal winning combination related to the operation of BB or RB as information on the carryover combination. The process of setting the predetermined area is performed. For example, if the determined internal winning combination is the first BB (red 7), the CPU 31 sets the first BB (red 7) as a carryover combination information in a predetermined area of the RAM 33, and the determined internal winning combination is the second BB (red 7). If it is Blue 7), the second BB (Blue 7) is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 33 as carryover information, and if the determined internal winning combination is the third BB (Yellow 7), the third BB (Yellow 7) is set. It is set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 as carryover information. By setting the internal winning combination related to the operation of BB or RB as the carryover combination, the internal winning combination related to the operation of BB or RB is carried over until a combination of symbols related to the operation of BB or RB is displayed.

  Next, the CPU 31 performs a WIN lamp lighting process (step S7). In this WIN lamp lighting process, if the CPU 31 determines that the carryover combination information is set in the RAM 33, the CPU 31 performs a WIN lamp lighting lottery process. Then, when winning the WIN lamp lighting lottery, the lighting control of the WIN lamp is performed. Specifically, the CPU 31 extracts one random number value from a predetermined random number range (for example, “0” to “127”), and the extracted random number value becomes a winning random number range (for example, “0” to “0”). If it is included in “31”), it is determined that the winning win lottery is selected. When the CPU 31 determines that the WIN lamp lighting lottery has been won, the CPU 31 performs processing such as turning on the WIN lamp lighting request flag of the RAM 33. As a result, in a lamp driving process (step S54) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later, a lighting signal is output to the lamp driving circuit 45, and the WIN lamp 20 is turned on. Accordingly, it is possible to notify the player that the carryover combination is set and that the symbol combination related to the operation of the bonus can be displayed on the active line. Thus, the player performs a stop operation aiming at any one of the three combinations of symbols relating to the operation of BB and the combination of symbols relating to the operation of RB. Further, the CPU 31 sets a WIN lamp lighting command in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. The set WIN lamp lighting command is transmitted to the sub control circuit 72 in a command transmission process (step S51) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later.

  Next, the CPU 31 performs stop table / line determination processing (step S8). Specifically, the CPU 31 determines a stop table group based on the gaming state and the internal winning combination. Further, the CPU 31 determines an effective line according to the determined stop table group, and determines a stop table from the stop table group based on the determined effective line.

  Next, the CPU 31 sets a start command in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 (step S9). The start command includes information such as a gaming state, an internal winning combination, a carryover combination, a stop table group, and a stop table. The set start command is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72 in a command transmission process (step S51) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later.

  Next, the CPU 31 determines whether or not 4.1 seconds have elapsed since the start of the previous rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R (step S10). When it is determined that 4.1 seconds have not elapsed, the CPU 31 performs a wait process (step S11). In this wait process, the CPU 31 performs a standby process without performing the subsequent processes until 4.1 seconds elapse from the start of the previous rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R.

  When it is determined in step S10 that 4.1 seconds have elapsed, or when the wait process in step S11 is performed, the CPU 31 sets a game monitoring timer in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 (step S12). The CPU 31 performs the above-described 4.1 second timing by the set game monitoring timer. In this process, the CPU 31 sets an automatic stop timer in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 together with the game monitoring timer. The CPU 31 measures the time (for example, 30 seconds) until the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is automatically stopped by the set automatic stop timer regardless of the output of the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, 7RS. .

  Next, the CPU 31 requests the start of rotation of all reels (step S13). For example, the CPU 31 performs processing such as turning on the rotation start request flag of the RAM 33. When the rotation start of all reels is requested, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R start rotation, acceleration control, and constant speed control are performed in a reel control process (step S52) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later.

  Next, the CPU 31 sets a reel stop permission command in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 when the rotation speeds of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R reach constant speed rotation (step S14). The reel stop permission command includes information indicating that detection of the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS by the stop operation has become effective. The set reel stop permission command is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72 in a command transmission process (step S51) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later.

  Next, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the stop button 7L, 7C, or 7R is operated by the player and any of the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS is turned on (step S15). When determining that the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS are not turned on, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the value of the automatic stop timer is 0 (step S16). When the CPU 31 determines that the value of the automatic stop timer is not 0, the CPU 31 proceeds to step S15 and waits for input of the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS.

  When it is determined in step S15 that the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS are turned on, or when it is determined in step S16 that the value of the automatic stop timer is 0, the CPU 31 performs processing for determining the number of sliding frames ( Step S17). Specifically, the CPU 31 determines the stop table, the maximum number of sliding frames (for example, 4 frames) determined at the above-described step S8, and the timing when the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS are turned on (that is, the stop operation position). The number of sliding frames is determined based on the above.

  Here, when the CPU 31 determines in step S15 that a stop switch (for example, 7LS) is turned on based on the first stop operation, the symbol position of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R output by the reel position detection circuit 50 is determined. Based on the signal for detecting the symbol, the symbol (that is, the stop operation position) located on the center line 8c when the signal is output from the stop switch (for example, 7LS) is specified.

  Here, for example, the red 7BB displayable stop table shown in (1) of FIG. 8 is determined, and blue 7 (symbol 92) of code number 07 in the symbol row of the left reel 3L is centerline based on the detection result described above. When it is determined that the position is located at 8c, the CPU 31 determines the number of sliding symbols to be “2” from the relationship between the stop operation position “07” and the corresponding stop control position “05”. As a result, the left reel 3L stops after rotating two symbols, so that blue 7 (symbol 92) can be prevented from being displayed in the left display window 4L. Accordingly, the internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB set in the carryover combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} other internal winning combinations related to the operation of the BB {for example, the second BB (blue 7) and The symbol {eg, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} corresponding to the third BB (yellow 7)} can be prevented from being displayed in the display window (on the active line).

  Further, for example, the red 7BB displayable stop table shown in (1) of FIG. 8 is determined, and the cherry of the code number 03 (symbol 97) in the symbol row of the left reel 3L is shown in the center line 8c based on the detection result described above. When the position is specified, the CPU 31 determines the number of sliding symbols to be “3” from the relationship between the stop operation position “03” and the corresponding stop control position “00”. Accordingly, the left reel 3L stops after rotating three symbols, so that red 7 (symbol 91) can be displayed at the middle position in the left display window 4L. As a result, the symbol {for example, red 7 (symbol 91)} corresponding to the internal winning combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} relating to the operation of the BB set in the carryover combination is within the range of the maximum number of sliding symbols. It can be displayed on the center line 8c.

  Next, the CPU 31 waits for the number of sliding frames to rotate the reel corresponding to the turned-on stop switch (step S18 in FIG. 10). Subsequently, the CPU 31 requests to stop the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R corresponding to the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, 7RS that are turned on (step S19). For example, the CPU 31 performs processing such as turning on a reel rotation stop request flag set in the RAM 33. When the rotation stop of the reel is requested, the reel deceleration control and stop control corresponding to the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS that are turned on are performed in the reel control process (step S52) of the periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later. Done.

  Next, the CPU 31 sets a reel stop command in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 (step S20). The reel stop command includes information on a reel that is subject to stop control (that is, information on a stopped reel). The set reel stop command is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72 in a command transmission process (step S51) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later.

  Next, the CPU 31 determines whether or not all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are stopped (step S21). When it is determined that all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are not stopped, the CPU 31 proceeds to step S15 in FIG. 9 and repeats the determination as to whether or not the stop switches corresponding to the remaining reels are turned on.

  When CPU 31 determines in step S21 that all reels 3L, 3C, 3R have stopped, it performs display combination search processing (step S22). In this display combination search process, the CPU 31 sets a display combination flag for identifying the display combination in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 based on the winning combination for determination and the symbol combination displayed on the active line. Specifically, the CPU 31 identifies the display combination based on the code number of the symbols arranged along the center line 8c and the display combination determination table, and determines whether or not the identified display combination is included in the winning combination for determination. To do.

  The determination winning combination includes an internal winning combination and a carryover combination. For example, when the bell is determined to be the internal winning combination in the probability lottery process in the unit game in which the BB internal winning state {eg, the carryover combination is 1BB (red 7)}, the determination winning combination in the game is the first BB (Red 7) and bell. In this case, if the display combination is BB or bell, it is determined that the display combination is included in the determination winning combination. Further, when the watermelon is determined to be an internal winning combination in the probability lottery process in the unit game in the general gaming state, the winning combination for determination in the game is the watermelon.

  Next, the CPU 31 determines whether or not there is an illegal hit, that is, whether or not there is an abnormality in the display combination (step S23). Specifically, the CPU 31 determines that the display combination is normal when the display combination is included in the determination winning combination.

  When the CPU 31 determines in step S23 that it is an illegal hit (ie, there is an abnormality in the display combination), it displays an illegal error (step S24). In this case, the CPU 31 stops the game and waits for a reset switch (not shown) provided in the gaming machine 1 to be turned on.

  If the CPU 31 determines in step S23 that it is not an illegal hit (ie, the display combination is normal), it sets a display combination command in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 (step S25). The display combination command includes information on a display combination flag for specifying the display combination. The set display combination command is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72 in a command transmission process (step S51) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later.

  Next, the CPU 31 determines whether or not the number of payouts corresponding to the established display combination is 0 based on the symbol combination table stored in the ROM 32 (step S26). When the CPU 31 determines that the payout number is not 0, the CPU 31 performs medal credit or payout (step S27). When the credit mode is set by the output of the C / P switch 14S, the CPU 31 updates the credit counter in the RAM 33 based on the payout number. Further, when the payout mode is set by the output of the C / P switch 14S, the CPU 31 controls the hopper 40 by the hopper drive circuit 41 to pay out medals.

  When it is determined in step S26 that the number of payouts is 0, or when the medal credit or payout is performed in step S27, the CPU 31 sets a payout end command in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 (step S28). The set payout end command is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 72 in a command transmission process (step S51) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later.

  Next, the CPU 31 determines whether or not at least one of the RB operating flag and the BB operating flag set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 is on (step S29).

  The BB operating flag is identification information for identifying the presence or absence of the operation of the BB. The combination of symbols related to the operation of the BB is displayed (three red 7, blue 7 or yellow 7 are arranged on the active line. Updated (ie, turned on). The RB operating flag is identification information for identifying whether or not the RB is operating, and is updated (ie, turned on) when the symbol combination related to the RB is displayed.

  In step S29, when it is determined that neither the RB operating flag or the BB operating flag is on, the CPU 31 performs RB and BB operation check processing (step S30). In this RB and BB operation check processing, when the display combination is RB, the CPU 31 performs processing such as clearing various information (for example, RB carryover combination, etc.) and setting the RB operation flag in the RAM 33 to ON. Do. Further, when the display combination is BB, the CPU 31 performs processing such as clearing various information (for example, BB carryover combination) and setting the BB operating flag of the RAM 33 to ON. Here, when the CPU 31 turns on the BB operating flag, it turns off the WIN lamp lighting request flag of the RAM 33. As a result, in a lamp driving process (step S54) of a periodic interrupt process (see FIG. 11) described later, a turn-off signal is output to the lamp drive circuit 45, and the WIN lamp 20 is turned off. When this process ends, the process proceeds to step S2 in FIG.

  When it is determined in step S29 that at least one of the RB operating flag and the BB operating flag is on, the CPU 31 performs RB and BB end check processing (step S31). In the RB and BB end check processing, the CPU 31 checks the number of payouts in the BB game state, the number of winnings in the RB game state, the number of RB games, and the like, and determines whether or not the end condition is satisfied. If it is determined that the end condition is satisfied, processing at the end of each gaming state is performed.

  For example, when the CPU 31 determines that the RB operating flag is on, it updates the number of RB games and the number of winnings. Specifically, the CPU 31 adds 1 to the RB game number counter set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. The RB game number counter is incremented by 1 each time a unit game is played regardless of the display combination. If the display combination is a combination of symbols related to winning (cherry, bell, watermelon), the CPU 31 adds a value of 1 to the winning counter set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. The CPU 31 does not add a value of 1 to the winning number counter if the display combination is lost or replayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and if the display combination is a replay, the value of 1 is displayed in the winning number counter. May be added. When the CPU 31 determines that the value of the RB game number counter has been updated to 12 or the value of the winning number counter has been updated to 8, the RB operating flag is turned off, and the RB game number counter and the winning number counter are cleared. RB end processing is performed such as.

  Further, for example, when the CPU 31 determines that the BB operating flag is on, the CPU 31 adds the payout number corresponding to the display combination to the payout number counter for the BB gaming state set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. For example, when the value “464” is set in the payout number counter and the display combination is a bell, the CPU 31 adds the payout number “15” corresponding to the bell to the payout number counter “464”. As a result, the payout number counter is updated to “479”. When the CPU 31 determines that the value of the payout number counter for the BB gaming state has reached “465”, the CPU 31 turns off the BB operating flag and clears the payout number counter for the BB gaming state. Process.

  As described above, the CPU 31 executes the process from step S2 to step S31 as the process in the unit game, and when the process in step S31 ends, the CPU 31 proceeds to the process in step S2 to execute the process in the next unit game.

  With reference to FIG. 11, the periodic interruption process in the main control circuit 71 will be described. This periodic interrupt process is a process that interrupts the main process (for example, FIGS. 9 and 10) in the main control circuit 71 at a predetermined interval (for example, 1.2 msec) based on the clock pulse.

  First, the CPU 31 performs a command transmission process (step S51). Specifically, various commands set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33 are transmitted to the sub control circuit 72. The various commands include, for example, a medal insertion command, a WIN lamp lighting command (step S7), a start command (step S9), a reel stop permission command (step S14), a reel stop command (step S20), and a display combination command (step S25). The payout end command (step S28).

  Next, the CPU 31 performs a reel control process for the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R (step S52). In this reel control process, the CPU 31 starts rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, acceleration control, constant speed control, deceleration control based on information about the reels 3L, 3C, 3R set in a predetermined area of the RAM 33. , Stop control, etc. Information about the reels 3L, 3C, 3R includes a reel rotation start request flag (step S13) for requesting the start of rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and a reel rotation stop request for requesting stop of rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. For example, a flag (step S19).

  Next, the CPU 31 performs 7SEG drive processing (step S53). In the 7SEG driving process, control is performed to display information such as the number of winnings in the RB gaming state or the number of RB games, information on the number of payouts when the winning is established, information on the number of credited medals, etc. on the information display unit 18 or the like. .

  Next, the CPU 31 performs a lamp driving process (step S54). In the lamp driving process, control is performed to turn on various lamps provided on the front surface of the gaming machine 1. In this lamp driving process, the CPU 31 outputs a lighting or extinguishing signal to the lamp driving circuit 45 based on whether the WIN lamp lighting request flag in the RAM 33 is on or off, and turns on or off the WIN lamp 20. When this process ends, the periodic interrupt process ends.

  Next, the gaming machine 1 according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  In the gaming machine 1 according to the second embodiment, when a stop table group that can display red 7BB, a stop table group that can display blue 7BB, or a stop table group that can display yellow 7BB is determined and the second stop operation is performed, FIG. Reel stop control is performed by using the stop table shown.

  FIG. 12 shows a red 7BB displayable stop table included in the red 7BB displayable stop table group, a blue 7BB displayable stop table included in the blue 7BB displayable stop table group, and a yellow 7BB included in the yellow 7BB displayable stop table group. The displayable stop table is shown. These stop tables are used when the second stop operation is performed on the middle reel 3C.

  (1) of FIG. 12 shows the red 7BB displayable stop table included in the red 7BB displayable stop table group. This stop table is used when the carryover combination is the first BB (red 7), and is not used when the carryover combination is the second BB (blue 7) or the third BB (yellow 7).

  In the stop table of (1) of FIG. 12, when the stop operation position of the middle reel 3C is any one of the code number 00 to the code number 04, the code number 00 is determined as the stop control position. In the symbol row of the middle reel 3C shown in FIG. 2, the symbol corresponding to the code number 00 is red 7 (symbol 91).

  Therefore, when the stop control of the middle reel 3C is performed using the red 7BB displayable stop table shown in (1) of FIG. 12, the maximum number of sliding frames from the red 7 (symbol 91) arranged at the position of the code number 00 is obtained. If the stop operation is performed at the stop operation position within the range of 4 frames (ie, the range from code number 00 to code number 04), the middle position in the center display window 4C (ie, on the center line 8c) ) Can display red 7 (symbol 91).

  Here, in the stop table of FIG. 12 (1), the stop control positions other than the stop control position corresponding to the aforementioned red 7 (symbol 91) are code number 04, code number 09, code number 12 or code number 16. One of them. In the symbol row of the middle reel 3C shown in FIG. 2, the symbols corresponding to these code numbers are not blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93). Also, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) are not included in the symbol one symbol above and one symbol below the symbol corresponding to these code numbers.

  Therefore, when the stop control of the middle reel 3C is performed using the red 7BB displayable stop table shown in (1) of FIG. 12, the center display window 4C (that is, on any effective line) Blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) can be prevented from being displayed.

  For example, the symbol positions in which blue 7 (symbol 92) with code number 07 can be displayed in the central display window 4C are code numbers 06 to 08, but stop when a stop operation is performed at these symbol positions. The control position is set to code number 04. Thus, after moving Blue 7 (symbol 92) from 2 frames to 4 frames, it is displayed outside the frame of the central display window 4C, and within the central display window 4C (that is, on any active line). ) You can prevent it from being displayed.

  Here, temporarily, the stop control of the left reel 3L based on the first stop operation is performed, and blue 7 (symbol 92) or yellow 7 (symbol 93) is displayed in the left display window 4L (that is, on the active line). Even if is displayed, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) can be prevented from being displayed in the central display window 4C. As a result, it is possible to avoid a combination of symbols (so-called “tempe”) in which two blue 7 (symbol 92) or yellow 7 (symbol 93) are displayed side by side on one effective line.

  (2) of FIG. 12 shows the blue 7BB displayable stop table included in the blue 7BB displayable stop table group. This stop table is used when the carryover combination is the second BB (blue 7), and is not used when the carryover combination is the first BB (red 7) or the third BB (yellow 7).

  In the stop table of (2) of FIG. 12, when the stop operation position of the middle reel 3C is any one of the code number 07 to the code number 11, the code number 07 is determined as the stop control position. In the symbol row of the middle reel 3C shown in FIG. 2, the symbol corresponding to the code number 07 is blue 7 (symbol 92).

  Accordingly, when the stop control of the middle reel 3C is performed using the blue 7BB displayable stop table shown in (2) of FIG. 12, the maximum number of sliding frames from blue 7 (symbol 92) arranged at the position of the code number 07 is achieved. If the stop operation is performed at the stop operation position in the range of 4 frames (ie, the range from code number 07 to code number 11), the middle position in the center display window 4C (ie, on the center line 8c) ) Can be displayed in blue 7 (symbol 92).

  Here, in the stop table of (2) of FIG. 12, the stop control positions other than the stop control position corresponding to the blue 7 (symbol 92) are code number 03, code number 12, code number 16 or code number 19. One of them. In the symbol row of the middle reel 3C shown in FIG. 2, the symbols corresponding to these code numbers are not red 7 (symbol 91) and yellow 7 (symbol 93). In addition, red 7 (symbol 91) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) are not included in the symbol one symbol above and one symbol below the symbol corresponding to these code numbers.

  Accordingly, when the stop control of the middle reel 3C is performed using the blue 7BB displayable stop table shown in (2) of FIG. 12, the center display window 4C (that is, on any effective line) Red 7 (symbol 91) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) can be prevented from being displayed.

  For example, the symbol positions at which yellow 7 (symbol 93) with code number 14 can be displayed in the central display window 4C are code numbers 13 to 15, but stop when a stop operation is performed at these symbol positions. The control position is set to code number 12. As a result, after yellow 7 (symbol 93) is moved from one frame to three frames, it is displayed outside the frame of the central display window 4C, and within the central display window 4C (that is, on any active line). ) You can prevent it from being displayed.

  Here, the stop control of the left reel 3L based on the first stop operation is performed, and red 7 (symbol 91) or yellow 7 (symbol 93) is displayed in the left display window 4L (that is, on the active line). Even if is displayed, red 7 (symbol 91) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) can be prevented from being displayed in the central display window 4C. As a result, it is possible to avoid a combination of symbols (so-called “tempe”) in which two red 7 (symbol 91) or yellow 7 (symbol 93) are displayed side by side on one effective line.

  (3) of FIG. 12 shows the yellow 7BB displayable stop table included in the yellow 7BB displayable stop table group. This stop table is used when the carryover combination is the third BB (yellow 7), and is not used when the carryover combination is the first BB (red 7) or the second BB (blue 7).

  In the stop table of (3) in FIG. 12, when the stop operation position of the middle reel 3C is any one of the code numbers 14 to 18, the code number 14 is determined as the stop control position. In the symbol row of the middle reel 3C shown in FIG. 2, the symbol corresponding to the code number 14 is yellow 7 (symbol 93).

  Therefore, when the stop control of the middle reel 3C is performed using the yellow 7BB displayable stop table shown in (3) of FIG. 12, the maximum number of sliding frames from the yellow 7 (design 93) arranged at the position of the code number 14 If the stop operation is performed at the stop operation position in the range of 4 frames (that is, the range from the code number 14 to the code number 18), the middle position in the center display window 4C (that is, on the center line 8c). ) Can display yellow 7 (symbol 93).

  Here, in the stop table of FIG. 12 (3), the stop control positions other than the stop control position corresponding to the yellow 7 (symbol 93) are code number 02, code number 05, code number 09 or code number 19 One of them. In the symbol row of the middle reel 3C shown in FIG. 2, the symbols corresponding to these code numbers are not red 7 (symbol 91) and blue 7 (symbol 92). Also, red 7 (symbol 91) and blue 7 (symbol 92) are not included in the symbol one symbol above and one symbol below the symbol corresponding to these code numbers.

  Therefore, when the stop control of the middle reel 3C is performed using the yellow 7BB displayable stop table shown in (3) of FIG. 12, the center display window 4C (that is, on any effective line) Red 7 (symbol 91) and blue 7 (symbol 92) can be prevented from being displayed.

  For example, the symbol positions where red 7 (symbol 91) of code number 00 can be displayed in the central display window 4C are code number 20, code number 00, and code number 01, but the stop operation is performed at these symbol positions. When it is performed, the stop control position is set to the code number 19. As a result, red 7 (symbol 91) is moved from one frame to three frames, and then displayed outside the frame of the central display window 4C. In the central display window 4C (that is, on any active line). ) You can prevent it from being displayed.

  Here, the stop control of the left reel 3L based on the first stop operation is performed, and red 7 (symbol 91) or blue 7 (symbol 92) is displayed in the left display window 4L (that is, on the active line). Even if is displayed, red 7 (symbol 91) and blue 7 (symbol 92) can be prevented from being displayed in the central display window 4C. As a result, it is possible to avoid a combination of symbols (so-called “tempe”) in which two red 7 (symbol 91) or two blue 7 (symbol 92) are displayed side by side on one effective line.

  FIG. 12 illustrates an example in which the second stop operation is performed on the middle reel 3C, and illustrates the stop table when the second stop operation is performed on the other reels 3L and 3R. However, even when the second stop operation is performed on the other reels 3L and 3R, stop control is performed using the same stop table as in FIG. That is, in the other display windows 4L and 4R (that is, on any active line), other internal winning combinations {for example, the operation of the BB other than the carryover combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} {for example, The symbols {e.g., blue 7 (design 92) and yellow 7 (design 93)} corresponding to the second BB (blue 7) and the third BB (yellow 7)} can be prevented from being displayed. As a result, it is possible to avoid a combination of symbols (so-called “tempe”) in which two red 7 (symbol 91) or two blue 7 (symbol 92) are displayed side by side on one effective line.

  Moreover, in FIG. 12, it corresponds to other internal winning combinations {for example, the second BB (blue 7) and the third BB (yellow 7)} related to the operation of the BB other than the carryover combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)}. By displaying the symbols {e.g., blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} outside the display window, the display of the template is avoided. It is also possible to avoid displaying the template by displaying it on the screen. In this case, for example, when the red 7 displayable stop table is determined, blue 7 (symbol 92) is displayed at the middle position in the left display window 4L by the stop control of the left reel 3L based on the first stop operation. When displayed, stop control may be performed so that blue 7 (symbol 92) of the middle reel 3C is displayed at an upper or lower position (that is, a position other than the middle position) in the central display window 4C. it can.

  Next, the gaming machine 1 according to the third embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS.

  In the gaming machine 1 of the third embodiment, instead of performing the stop control described in the first and second embodiments, the type of internal winning combination {that is, the first BB ( The effect according to the red 7), the second BB (blue 7) or the third BB (yellow 7)} is performed.

  The effect determination table will be described with reference to FIG.

  The effect determination table shown in FIG. 13 is stored in the program ROM 83 of the sub control circuit 72. In this effect determination table, effect data A (red 7) is set corresponding to the first BB (red 7), effect data B (blue 7) is set corresponding to the second BB (blue 7), and the third BB. Production data C (yellow 7) is set corresponding to (yellow 7). Each effect data (A to C) is set with a plurality of effect patterns, and is identified by the effect identifiers (01 to 10). Each effect identifier (01 to 10) is assigned a random number range to be won, and any one is determined based on a random number value extracted from a predetermined range (0 to 127). The probability of winning each effect identifier is as shown in the figure.

  The control operation of the sub control circuit 72 will be described with reference to the flowcharts shown in FIGS.

  With reference to FIG. 14, the reset interrupt process performed by the sub-control circuit 72 will be described.

  The image control microcomputer 81 generates a reset interrupt by turning on the power and applying a voltage to the reset terminal, and sequentially executes the reset interrupt processing stored in the program ROM 83 based on the generation of the interrupt. Configured to do.

  First, the image control microcomputer 81 initializes the work RAM 84, the control RAM 87, the video RAM 89, and the like (step S111).

  Next, the image control microcomputer 81 performs input monitoring processing (step S112). In this input monitoring process, the image control microcomputer 81 performs a process for monitoring whether or not there is an input from the operation unit 17 (including a cross key, a selection button, a determination button, and the like). For example, the image control microcomputer 81 may input the operation unit 17 if there is an input from the operation unit 17 except during a game (such as during insertion of medals, during rotation of the reel, or during the payout of medals after the reel rotation is stopped). Production data (menu screen etc.) corresponding to is determined.

  Next, the image control microcomputer 81 performs command input processing (step S113). In this command input process, the image control microcomputer 81 determines the content of the effect (that is, effect data) to be executed by the liquid crystal display device 5, the LED 101, the lamp 102, the speakers 21L, 21R, etc., according to each input command. .

  In the sub control circuit 72, an interrupt process for receiving a command from the main control circuit 71 is performed at a predetermined interval. When the image control microcomputer 81 receives a command by the interrupt process, the image control microcomputer 81 stores the command in the work RAM 84. Set as an unprocessed command in a predetermined area. When the image control microcomputer 81 determines that there is an unprocessed command, the image control microcomputer 81 performs processing corresponding to the command, and determines effect data and the like based on information included in the command. As the process corresponding to the command, the image control microcomputer 81 performs, for example, a WIN lamp lighting command process described later with reference to FIG. 15, a game start process described later with reference to FIG. Then, when the processing corresponding to the unprocessed command ends, the image control microcomputer 81 sets the unprocessed command to processed.

  Next, the image control microcomputer 81 performs command output processing (step S114). In this command output process, the image control microcomputer 81 controls the image control IC 86 for driving and controlling the liquid crystal display device 5 and the sound / lamp control circuit (mSub) 72b for driving and controlling the LED 101, the lamp 102, and the speakers 21L and 21R. A command corresponding to the determined effect data is output. Thereby, the liquid crystal display device 5 displays an image according to the output command. Further, the LED 101 and the lamp 102 output a light emission pattern corresponding to the output command. The speakers 21L and 21R output music or voice corresponding to the output command. When the command output process ends, the image control microcomputer 81 repeats the process from step S112.

  The WIN lamp lighting command process will be described with reference to FIG.

  The WIN lamp lighting command process is a process performed based on the reception of the WIN lamp lighting command from the main control circuit 71.

  In this WIN lamp lighting command process, the image control microcomputer 81 turns on the WIN lamp lighting flag set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 84 (step S121). When this process ends, the WIN lamp lighting command process ends.

  In the display combination command process (not shown) performed based on the reception of the display combination command from the main control circuit 71, the image control microcomputer 81 indicates that the information included in the display combination command is the carryover combination (BB or RB). When it is determined that, the WIN lamp lighting flag is turned off.

  The game start process will be described with reference to FIG.

  The game start process is a process performed based on reception of a start command from the main control circuit 71.

  First, the image control microcomputer 81 extracts various information such as an internal winning combination, a carryover combination, and a game state from the start command (step S131).

  Next, the image control microcomputer 81 determines whether or not the WIN lamp lighting flag set in a predetermined area of the work RAM 84 is on (step S132). When the image control microcomputer 81 determines that the WIN lamp lighting flag is not on, the game start process is terminated.

  When it is determined that the WIN lamp lighting flag is ON, the image control microcomputer 81 is based on the carryover combination information, the effect determination table (see FIG. 13), and a random value extracted from a predetermined range (for example, 0 to 127). The effect data is determined (step S133). For example, if the carryover combination information is the first BB (red 7), the image control microcomputer 81 determines the effect data A (red 7) corresponding to the first BB (red 7). Further, if the carryover combination information is the second BB (blue 7), the image control microcomputer 81 determines the production data B (blue 7) corresponding to the second BB (blue 7). Furthermore, if the carryover combination information is the third BB (yellow 7), the image control microcomputer 81 determines the effect data C (yellow 7) corresponding to the third BB (yellow 7). When this process ends, the game start process ends. Thereby, in the above-described command output process (step S114 in FIG. 14), the determined effect data is output. For example, if the effect data A (red 7) is determined, the image control microcomputer 81 causes the liquid crystal display device 5 to display an image based on the effect data A (red 7). In the command output process (step S114 in FIG. 14), the LED 101 or the lamp 102 can output the light emission pattern based on the effect data, not limited to displaying an image. In addition, music or voice based on the production data can be output from the speakers 21L and 21R.

  Thus, in the gaming machine 1 of the third embodiment, the type of the internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB set in the carryover combination {that is, the first BB (red 7), the second BB (blue 7) or the third BB (yellow 7)} can be performed. For example, if the carryover combination is 1BB (red 7), an effect based on the effect data A (red 7) can be performed.

  Thereby, it is possible to notify the player of the type of the internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB set in the carryover combination. That is, the player can know which of the first BB (red 7), the second BB (blue 7), and the third BB (yellow 7) is the carryover combination by the effect to be performed. Therefore, the player can perform a stop operation aiming at the symbol corresponding to the carryover combination on the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R that are rotating.

  As described above, in the gaming machine 1 of the embodiment, in the gaming machine set so that one internal winning combination is associated with each of a plurality of (for example, three) combinations of symbols related to the operation of the BB. , Each specific symbol constituting each of a plurality of symbol combinations {that is, red 7 (symbol 91), blue 7 (symbol 92), yellow 7 (symbol 93)} every predetermined number of symbols (that is, symbol 93) And every other pattern).

  Thus, when the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are rotated and the symbol row is changed, the specific symbols can be displayed in a variable manner with a predetermined number of symbols separated. For example, in the embodiment, since each specific symbol is arranged for every seven symbols, one specific symbol appears in each display window 4L, 4C, 4R, and then another specific symbol is displayed in each display window. The interval until it appears in 4L, 4C, 4R can be increased. Therefore, it is possible to make it difficult to take timing when the player performs a stop operation aiming at each specific symbol. As a result, a difference can be caused in the game result depending on the skill of the player, so that the skill of the player can be reflected in the result of the game, and the technical intervention can be improved.

  Further, in the gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment, when the first stop operation is performed, the stop control is performed using the stop table of FIG. 8, so that the operation of the BB set in the carryover combination is related. Other than the internal winning combination {eg, 1BB (red 7)}, other internal winning combinations relating to the operation of the BB {eg, 2BB (blue 7) and 3BB (yellow 7)} {eg, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} can be prevented from being displayed in the display window (on the active line).

  Thereby, it is possible to notify the player of the type of the internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB set as the carryover combination. That is, at the time of the first stop operation, the player receives other internal winning combinations related to the operation of the BB other than the carryover combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} {for example, the second BB (blue 7) and the third BB (yellow). 7)}, for example, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} are not displayed in the display window (on the active line), so it can be predicted which one has been carried over. become able to. In addition, since the above stop control is performed at the time of the first stop operation, the player can predict which is being carried over at an early stage of the unit game, so that the symbol to be aimed at is quickly switched. Can focus on displaying the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination.

  In the embodiment, since one internal winning combination is set to correspond one-to-one to each of a plurality of (for example, three) combinations of symbols related to the operation of the BB, a plurality of symbols are used to operate the BB. It is required to display any one combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination. In such a gaming machine, if you do not know the type of carryover combination, if you first find a combination of symbols corresponding to the first BB (red 7) and find that it is not displayed, then it corresponds to the second BB (blue 7) In some cases, a combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination cannot be specified without spending a plurality of unit games, such as aiming for a combination of symbols.

  Therefore, by performing the stop control as described above, the player can perform the stop operation aiming at the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination, so the burden on the player's stop operation is reduced. be able to. In addition, it is possible to prevent the number of unit games from being increased more than necessary until the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination is specified, and it is expended until the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination is specified. The amount of medals can be reduced. Also, depending on the skill of the player's stop operation aiming at the specified combination of symbols, it becomes possible to prevent the number of unit games before the BB is activated from being increased more than necessary, and activate the BB. It is possible to reduce the amount of medals spent until the time. As a result, in order to operate the BB, in a gaming machine that requires a stop operation aiming at any one of the symbol combinations corresponding to the carryover combination among a plurality of symbol combinations, the player's skill is reduced. It can be reflected in the result, and it can be prevented that the player's interest in the game is reduced.

  Further, in the gaming machine 1 according to the second embodiment, when the second stop operation is performed, the stop control is performed using the stop table of FIG. 12, so that the operation of the BB set in the carryover combination is related. Other than the internal winning combination {eg, 1BB (red 7)}, other internal winning combinations relating to the operation of the BB {eg, 2BB (blue 7) and 3BB (yellow 7)} {eg, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} can be prevented from being displayed in the display window (on the active line).

  Here, it is assumed that stop control based on the first stop operation is performed, and another internal winning combination {for example, second BB (blue) related to the operation of BB other than the carryover combination {for example, first BB (red 7)}. 7) and 3BB (yellow 7)} corresponding to the symbol {e.g., blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} are displayed in the display window (that is, on the active line) As a result of the stop control based on the second stop operation, other internal winning combinations related to the operation of the BB other than the carryover combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} {for example, the second BB (blue 7) and the third BB The symbol {for example, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93)} corresponding to (yellow 7)} can be prevented from being displayed in the display window (that is, on the active line). As a result, the tempers corresponding to other internal winning combinations {for example, the second BB (blue 7) and the third BB (yellow 7)} related to the operation of the BB other than the carryover combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} are displayed. It can be avoided.

  For example, a template is an effective line in which two specific symbols of a specific symbol {for example, red 7 (symbol 91)} constituting a combination of specific symbols {for example, red 7 (symbol 91) -red 7-red 7} are one effective line. When the remaining one specific symbol {eg, blue 7 (symbol 92)} is displayed on the active line, the combination of the specific symbols is displayed. . Here, if a tempo other than the carryover combination is displayed, the player may be expected to be able to display a combination of symbols of the type on which the temper is displayed. For this reason, the player may perform an inappropriate stop operation over a plurality of unit games in the hope that a combination of symbols of the type on which the tempei is displayed will be displayed. As a result, there is a possibility that the number of unit games until the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination is displayed increases. Therefore, by performing stop control based on the second stop operation based on the stop table of FIG. 13, it is possible to prevent the display of the temper other than the carryover combination.

  Therefore, the player can perform a stop operation aiming at a combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination, and thus the burden on the player's stop operation can be reduced. In addition, it is possible to prevent the number of unit games from being increased more than necessary until the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination is specified, and it is expended until the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination is specified. The amount of medals can be reduced. Also, depending on the skill of the player's stop operation aiming at the specified combination of symbols, it becomes possible to prevent the number of unit games before the BB is activated from being increased more than necessary, and activate the BB. It is possible to reduce the amount of medals spent until the time. As a result, in order to operate the BB, in a gaming machine that requires a stop operation aiming at any one of the symbol combinations corresponding to the carryover combination among a plurality of symbol combinations, the player's skill is reduced. It is possible to appropriately reflect the result, and it is possible to prevent the player's interest in games from being reduced.

  In the gaming machine 1 of the third embodiment, the effect data corresponding to the carryover combination {that is, the first BB (red 7), the second BB (blue 7), or the third BB (yellow 7)} is determined, and the determined effect data Was output. Thereby, it is possible to notify the player of the type of the internal winning combination related to the operation of BB. That is, the player can know which of the first BB (red 7), the second BB (blue 7), and the third BB (yellow 7) is the carryover combination by the effect to be performed. Therefore, the player can perform a stop operation aiming at the symbol corresponding to the carryover combination on the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R that are rotating. Thus, the burden on the player's stop operation can be reduced. In addition, it is possible to prevent the number of unit games from being increased more than necessary until the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination is specified, and it is expended until the combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination is specified. The amount of medals can be reduced. Also, depending on the skill of the player's stop operation aiming at the specified combination of symbols, it becomes possible to prevent the number of unit games before the BB is activated from being increased more than necessary, and activate the BB. It is possible to reduce the amount of medals spent until the time. As a result, in order to operate the BB, in a gaming machine that requires a stop operation aiming at any one of the symbol combinations corresponding to the carryover combination among a plurality of symbol combinations, the player's skill is reduced. It is possible to appropriately reflect the result, and it is possible to prevent the player's interest in games from being reduced.

  According to the above embodiment, a gaming machine having the following configurations is realized.

  Symbol display means (for example, reels 3L, 3C, 3R, display windows 4L, 4C, display windows) for displaying a plurality of symbol arrays comprising a plurality of symbols (for example, red 7, blue 7, yellow 7, bell, watermelon, replay, cherry) 4R, winning lines 8a to 8e) and start signal output means for outputting a signal for instructing the start of a unit game (for example, one game from the rotation to the stop of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R) based on the start operation (For example, start lever 6, start switch 6S) and a winning combination for determining a winning combination (for example, internal winning combination, carryover combination, stop table group, stop table) based on the signal output by the start signal output means Determining means (for example, main control circuit 71, probability lottery process in step S6 in FIG. 9, stop table / line determining process in step S8 in FIG. 9) and the start signal output means. A symbol change means (for example, main control circuit 71, motor drive circuit 39, stepping motors 49L, 49C, 49R, FIG. 11) that changes a plurality of symbol sequences displayed by the symbol display means based on the output signal. Reel control processing in step S52) and stop signal output means (for example, stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R, stop) for outputting a signal for instructing stoppage of the symbol row change performed by the symbol change means based on the stop operation. The symbol string variation stop control performed by the symbol variation means based on the switch 7LS, 7CS, 7RS), the winning combination determined by the winning combination determination means and the signal output by the stop signal output means Stop control means (for example, the main control circuit 71, the process of determining the number of sliding frames in step S17 of FIG. 9, As a result of the process of waiting for the reels to rotate by the number of sliding frames in step S18, the reel control process of step S52 in FIG. When a combination of specific symbols (for example, a combination of symbols related to the operation of BB) is displayed by the symbol display means, a gaming state operating means (for example, main control) that operates a specific gaming state (for example, BB gaming state) Circuit 71, a process for turning on the BB operating flag, and an RB and BB operation check process in step S30 in FIG. 11, and a plurality of combinations of the specific symbols (for example, the first BB (red 7)). A combination of symbols (red 7-red 7-red 7), a symbol combination corresponding to the second BB (blue 7) (blue 7-blue 7-blue 7), a symbol combination corresponding to the third BB (yellow 7) ( Yellow 7-Yellow 7-Yellow 7)} and the winning combination determined by the winning combination determining means is a specific winning combination (for example, three types of BBs) preliminarily associated with each of the combinations of the plural types of specific symbols. The internal winning combination, 1BB (Red 7), 2BB (Blue 7), 3BB (Yellow 7)} are provided, and each of the specific symbols {for example, Red 7 (Design) 91), blue 7 (symbol 92), yellow 7 (symbol 93)} are arranged every predetermined number of symbols (for example, every 7 symbols) in at least one of the plurality of symbol rows. Machine.

  Further, in the gaming machine, the winning combination deciding means determines the specific winning combination {for example, internal winning combination relating to the operation of three BBs, first BB (red 7), second BB (blue 7), third BB (yellow 7)} is determined, the stop control means determines other specific winning combination {for example, second BB (blue 7) other than the determined specific winning combination {for example, first BB (red 7)}. ) Or 3BB (yellow 7)} specific symbol combination {eg, corresponding to 2BB (blue 7) (blue 7-blue 7-blue 7) or 3BB (yellow 7) Specific symbol {for example, blue 7 (symbol 92) or yellow 7 (symbol 93)} constituting the symbol combination (yellow 7-yellow 7-yellow 7)} is not displayed by the symbol display means. Stop control of fluctuation of symbol sequence (for example, symbol sequence corresponding to first stop operation) Gaming machine and performing.

  Further, in the gaming machine, the winning combination deciding means determines the specific winning combination {for example, internal winning combination relating to the operation of three BBs, first BB (red 7), second BB (blue 7), third BB (yellow 7)} is determined, the stop control means determines that the remaining one symbol other than the determined specific winning combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} is determined {for example, 2nd BB (Blue 7) or 3BB (Yellow 7)} corresponding to the specific symbol {eg, Blue 7 (symbol 92) or Yellow 7 (symbol 93)}, other than the determined specific winning combination A combination of specific symbols corresponding to the specific winning combination {for example, a combination of symbols corresponding to the second BB (blue 7) (blue 7-blue 7-blue 7) or a combination of symbols corresponding to the third BB (yellow 7) (yellow 7-yellow 7-yellow 7)}, for example {2BB (blue 7) Control is performed to stop fluctuation of a specific symbol sequence (for example, a symbol sequence corresponding to the second stop operation) so that the corresponding template or the template corresponding to the third BB (yellow 7)} is not displayed by the symbol display means. A gaming machine characterized by that.

  Note that the gaming machine, the symbol sequence, the symbol display means, the start signal output means, the winning combination determination means, the symbol variation means, the stop signal output means, the stop control means, the game state operation means, a plurality of types of specific symbols. Each element of the embodiment described above for the specific configuration such as a combination, a specific winning combination previously associated with each of a plurality of types of specific symbols, a symbol row in which specific symbols are arranged every predetermined number of symbols, etc. Not limited to this, it can be changed arbitrarily.

  In the embodiment, as a suitable example of a combination of a plurality of types of specific symbols, three combinations of symbols related to the operation of the BB are applied, and each of the three combinations of symbols has a one-to-one internal winning combination. Although set, the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of symbol combinations such as two symbol combinations or four symbol combinations can be arbitrarily provided. When the number of symbol combinations is reduced, the symbol combinations related to the operation of the BB can be easily displayed. When the number of symbol combinations is increased, the symbol combinations related to the operation of the BB can be made difficult to display.

  Further, in the embodiment, it is assumed that each specific symbol constituting a combination of a plurality of types of specific symbols is arranged every predetermined number of symbols in the symbol row, and in the symbol row of each reel 3L, 3C, 3R, code number 00 Red 7 (symbol 91) is placed at the position, blue 7 (symbol 92) is placed at the position of code number 07, yellow 7 (symbol 93) is placed at the position of code number 14, and every 7 symbols. Although the specific symbol is arranged, it is not limited to this.

  The position where the specific symbol is arranged can be arbitrarily changed. For example, red 7 (symbol 91) is disposed at the position of code number 03, blue 7 (symbol 92) is disposed at the position of code number 10, and yellow 7 (symbol 93) is disposed at the position of code number 17. Anyway.

  Moreover, it is not limited to every seven symbols, and the interval between specific symbols can be arbitrarily changed. For example, in the example symbol sequence, 21 symbols are arranged. For example, when a symbol sequence in which 18 symbols are arranged is adopted, every symbol can be arranged every 6 symbols. Moreover, the interval of a specific symbol does not need to be a fixed number. Red 7 (symbol 91) and blue 7 (symbol 92) are arranged with seven symbols open, blue 7 (symbol 92) and yellow 7 (symbol 93) are arranged with six symbols open, and yellow 7 (symbol 93) And red 7 (symbol 91) may be arranged with 8 symbols. It is preferable that the number of symbols exceeding the maximum sliding frame (4 frames) be arranged between each specific symbol. Even in this way, technical intervention can be enhanced.

  In addition, the specific symbols are arranged at predetermined symbol numbers for the symbol rows of all the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. A specific symbol may be arranged every predetermined number of symbols.

  In the embodiment, in the stop table of FIG. 8 or FIG. 12, the symbols corresponding to the carryover combination {ie, red 7 (symbol 91), blue 7 (symbol 92), yellow 7 (symbol 93)} are displayed in the display window. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be displayed in the upper stage or the lower stage.

  In the gaming machine 1 according to the second embodiment, as a stop control based on the first stop operation, if it is an appropriate stop operation position (for example, a range of the maximum number of sliding symbols from each specific symbol), it corresponds to other than the carryover combination. You may make it perform stop control which displays each specific symbol {namely, red 7 (design 91), blue 7 (design 92), yellow 7 (design 93)} in a display window. As described above, when the stop control based on the first stop operation is performed in this manner and the stop control is performed based on the second stop control so as not to display the specific symbols other than the carryover combination, Thus, it is possible to clearly recognize that the corresponding temper other than the carryover role is not displayed.

  In the gaming machine 1 according to the second embodiment, the effective line for displaying the corresponding specific symbol may be changed according to the type of the carryover combination (that is, displayed on the specific effective line). Is also good). For example, if the carryover role is 1BB (red 7), red 7 (symbol 91) is displayed on the top line 8b, and if the carryover role is 2BB (blue 7), blue 7 (symbol 92) is displayed. It may be displayed on the center line 8c, and if the carryover combination is 3BB (yellow 7), yellow 7 (symbol 93) may be displayed on the bottom line 8d. In this case, a template corresponding to the carryover combination may be displayed on an active line other than a specific active line, or may not be displayed. In addition, when a template corresponding to a carryover combination is displayed on an active line other than a specific effective line, a combination of symbols corresponding to the carryover combination may not be displayed. If it does in this way, the burden of the player's stop operation may be able to be reduced.

  Further, in the embodiment, after receiving the WIN lamp lighting command, the effect data corresponding to the type of BB set in the carryover combination is determined, and the effect of notifying the player of the type of BB is performed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an effect of notifying the player of the type of BB may be performed on the condition that a specific condition is satisfied (for example, a predetermined number of unit games are performed). . Thereby, the number of unit games required until the operation of BB may be increased, and the skill of the player can be appropriately reflected in the game result. Here, for example, in a unit game from receiving a WIN lamp lighting command to performing an effect of notifying the player of the type of BB, by performing a continuous effect that continues over a plurality of unit games, BB It is possible to prevent the player's interest in the game from being lowered even while the unit game that does not operate is being performed. In addition, after performing the continuation effect as described above, the player finally knows the type of BB set as a carryover combination by performing an effect of notifying the player of the type of BB. be able to. By doing so, the skill of the player can be appropriately reflected in the result of the game, and the interest of the player can be prevented from being lowered.

  In the gaming machine 1 of the embodiment, the internal winning combination related to the operation of the BB is adopted as the specific winning combination, but not limited to this, for example, the internal winning combination related to the operation of the RB, the challenge time (so-called “CT” ")" Can also be used for internal winning. When CT is adopted in the gaming machine 1 of the embodiment, the following configuration can be adopted.

  CT operates by displaying red 7 (symbol 91), blue 7 (symbol 92), and yellow 7 (symbol 93) side by side along the active line. When CT is activated, the gaming state is updated to the CT gaming state. The number of payouts corresponding to the operation of CT is 0.

  In the general gaming state, when the internal winning combination relating to the operation of the CT {ie, the first CT (red 7), the second CT (blue 7), the third CT (yellow 7)} is determined, the gaming state is the CT internal winning state. Updated to In the gaming machine 1, when the internal winning combination related to the operation of the CT is determined, the internal winning combination related to the operation of the CT is carried over as a carryover until the CT operates. While the internal winning combination related to the operation of CT is carried over, the CT internal winning state continues.

  When a combination of symbols relating to the operation of CT is displayed in the CT internal winning state, CT is activated. When CT is activated, the gaming state is updated to the CT gaming state. In the CT gaming state, regardless of the determined internal winning combination, it is possible to establish a winning of cherry, bell or watermelon based on the timing at which signals are output by the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, 7RS. Further, in the CT gaming state, the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped within 75 msec (within 190 msec in other gaming states) after signals are output from the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, 7RS. That is, in the CT gaming state, the so-called number of sliding frames is set to a maximum of 1 frame (that is, 0 frame or 1 frame). As a result, in the CT gaming state, since the range of symbols that can be moved after the signals are output by the stop switches 7LS, 7CS, and 7RS is reduced compared to other gaming states, it is a higher technology for the player. Is required. As a result, the CT gaming state requires more pressing technology than other gaming states, but depending on the pressing, it is possible to arbitrarily establish a winning of cherry, bell or watermelon. Further, the CT gaming state is terminated when the payout number in the CT gaming state reaches a predetermined number (for example, 253) or when the RB is activated in the CT gaming state. Note that the CT gaming state is a gaming state constituted by a unit game in which the accessory continuous operation device relating to the second type special accessory is operating.

  The gaming machine described above may have the following configuration.

  The specific symbol sequence is one symbol sequence (for example, when all variations of a plurality of symbol sequences (for example, the symbol sequences of the three reels 3L, 3C, 3R) are performed by the symbol changing means (for example, , A symbol sequence corresponding to the first stop operation).

  The specific symbol sequence is a symbol sequence of the remaining two symbol sequences (for example, two reels 3C, 3R) among a plurality of symbol sequences (for example, symbol sequences of three reels 3L, 3C, 3R) by the symbol variation means. ) Is any one of the symbol sequences (for example, the symbol sequence corresponding to the second stop operation).

  By the winning combination determining means, the specific winning combination {for example, internal winning combination relating to the operation of three kinds of BBs, first BB (red 7), second BB (blue 7), third BB (yellow 7)} When determined, the stop control means determines a combination of specific symbols corresponding to the determined specific winning combination {for example, the first BB (red 7)} {for example, a combination of symbols corresponding to the first BB (red 7)) , Red 7 (symbol 91) -red 7-red 7} specific symbols {for example, red 7 (symbol 91)} are displayed by the symbol display means so that a specific symbol sequence (for example, first 1 The stop control of the fluctuation of the symbol sequence corresponding to the stop operation is performed.

  By the winning combination determining means, the specific winning combination {for example, internal winning combination relating to the operation of three kinds of BBs, first BB (red 7), second BB (blue 7), third BB (yellow 7)} When determined, the stop control means may determine that the other symbol is a specific symbol {for example, red 7 (symbol 91)} corresponding to the determined specific winning combination {for example, first BB (red 7)}. For example, a combination of specific symbols corresponding to the determined specific winning combination {for example, a combination of symbols corresponding to the first BB (red 7), a combination of symbols corresponding to red 7 (symbol 91) -red 7-red 7} { For example, stop control of variation of a specific symbol sequence (for example, a symbol sequence corresponding to the second stop operation) is performed so that the template corresponding to the first BB (red 7) is displayed by the symbol display means.

  By the winning combination determining means, the specific winning combination {for example, internal winning combination relating to the operation of three kinds of BBs, first BB (red 7), second BB (blue 7), third BB (yellow 7)} When determined, effect information determining means (for example, sub-control) determines effect information {for example, effect data A (red 7)} according to the determined specific winning combination {for example, first BB (red 7)}. The circuit 72, the effect determination table of FIG. 13, the game start process of FIG. 16), and effect information output means (for example, the sub control circuit 72, the liquid crystal display device 5, and the like) that outputs the effect information determined by the effect information determination means. LED 101, lamp 102, and speakers 21L and 21R).

  The specific winning combination {for example, the internal winning combination relating to the operation of three BBs, the first BB (red 7), the second BB (blue 7), and the third BB (yellow 7)} is determined by the winning combination determining means. And the specific winning combination is memorized until the specific symbol combination corresponding to the specific winning combination is displayed by the symbol display means (for example, the combination of symbols related to the operation of the bonus) (for example, the carryover combination) As a winning combination storage means (for example, main control circuit 71, RAM 33), and the stop control means is the specific winning combination (for example, carryover combination) stored in the winning combination storage means or the Based on the winning combination determined by the winning combination determining means and the signal output by the stop signal output means, stop control of fluctuation of the symbol sequence is performed.

  The gaming machine includes symbol position detecting means (for example, main control circuit 71, processing for counting drive pulses) for detecting a symbol position (for example, stop operation position) displayed by the symbol display means, and the symbol position. Based on the position of the symbol detected by the detecting means, the stop signal output means outputs a signal instructing to stop the fluctuation of the symbol sequence, and then the symbol display means makes a predetermined symbol combination (for example, winning a prize) The number of symbols to be changed by the symbol change means until the symbol combination), the symbol combination related to the bonus operation, the symbol combination related to replay, and the symbol combination related to losing is displayed. A certain number of sliding displays (for example, the number of sliding frames) is set to a number (for example, 0 to 4 frames) that is less than or equal to a predetermined maximum number of sliding displays (for example, the maximum number of sliding frames, 4 frames). Re or sliding display number determining means for determining from among) (e.g., it includes the main control circuit 71, the sliding frame number determination processing in step S17 in FIG. 9), the.

  Further, in the gaming machine, the slip display number determining means is configured to store the specific winning combination {for example, the internal winning combination relating to the operation of three BBs, the first BB (red 7), the second BB ( When Blue 7) and 3BB (Yellow 7)} are stored, a specific symbol constituting a combination of specific symbols other than the stored specific winning combination is displayed by the symbol display means. The number of sliding displays is determined, and the stop control means stops the change of a specific symbol sequence after the symbol has been changed by the number of sliding displays determined by the symbol changing means. To do.

  Further, in the gaming machine, the slip display number determining means is configured to store the specific winning combination {for example, the internal winning combination relating to the operation of three BBs, the first BB (red 7), the second BB ( When Blue 7) and 3BB (Yellow 7)} are stored, the stop control means, if the remaining one symbol is a specific symbol corresponding to a specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination The slip display number is determined such that a combination of symbols corresponding to a specific symbol combination other than the determined specific symbol combination is not displayed by the symbol display unit, and the stop control unit is Then, after the symbol variation is performed by the symbol variation means for the determined number of sliding displays, the variation of a specific symbol sequence is stopped.

  Further, in the gaming machine, the gaming state actuating means may be configured such that when a predetermined condition is satisfied in the specific gaming state (for example, BB gaming state) {for example, the special winning combination ( For example, when a combination of symbols related to RB) (for example, “Replay-Replay-Bell”) is displayed}, from other gaming states other than the specific gaming state (for example, general gaming state or internal winning state) The probability that a winning combination (for example, bell, watermelon, cherry) related to winning is determined by the winning combination determining means is higher than other gaming states (for example, a general gaming state or an internal winning state). The stochastic gaming state (for example, the RB gaming state in the BB gaming state) is activated.

  According to this gaming machine, in a specific gaming state, a high probability game in which a winning combination related to winning is determined with a higher probability than in other gaming states other than the specific gaming state, compared to other gaming states. Perform state operation. Thereby, in a specific gaming state, it is possible to increase the chances of playing a game in a high-probability gaming state in which the winning combination related to winning is determined with a high probability. Therefore, since the chances for winning a prize can be increased, it is possible to play a game that is advantageous to the player as compared to other game states.

  Further, in the gaming machine, a predetermined symbol combination (for example, a combination of symbols related to winning, a bonus symbol, etc.) is output by the symbol display unit after a signal instructing the stop of the variation of the symbol is output by the stop signal output unit. The number of sliding displays (for example, the number of symbols to be changed by the symbol changing means until the symbol combination related to operation, the symbol combination related to replay, the symbol combination related to loss) is displayed (for example, The number of sliding display determination means for determining the number of sliding frames) from a number (for example, one of 0 frames to 4 frames) that is less than or equal to a predetermined maximum number of sliding displays (for example, the maximum number of sliding frames, 4 frames). (For example, the main control circuit 71, the slip piece number determining process in step S17 of FIG. 9), and in the specific gaming state (for example, CT gaming state), the slip display number determining means is Wherein the slip number to be displayed, the specified maximum sliding display number less than the maximum sliding display number of predetermined (e.g., 1 frame) is determined from among the following number (e.g., 0 frame or one frame).

  According to this gaming machine, in a specific gaming state, a slip which is the number of symbols that are changed between when a signal for commanding the stop of symbol variation is output and when a predetermined symbol combination is displayed. The number of displays is determined from a number less than a predetermined maximum slip display number that is less than a predetermined maximum slip display number. As a result, in a specific gaming state, the number of sliding displays, which is the number of symbols that are changed between the time when a signal for stopping the change of symbols is output and the display of a predetermined symbol combination, is reduced. can do. Therefore, in a specific gaming state, the player's skill can be intervened in the game result, and the fun of the game is increased compared to other gaming states.

  Further, in the gaming machine, in the specific gaming state, the stop control unit stops and controls the variation of the symbol performed by the symbol variation unit based only on the signal output by the stop signal output unit, The symbol display means includes a combination of symbols related to the winning combination (for example, bell) determined by the winning combination determining means (for example, a combination of symbols related to the bell) or a winning combination determined by the winning combination determining means. Displays one of the combinations of symbols related to different winning combinations (for example, a combination of symbols related to cherry or a combination of symbols related to watermelon).

  According to this gaming machine, in a specific gaming state, based on only the output of a signal instructing to stop the change of the symbol, the change of the symbol is controlled to be stopped, and the combination of the symbols related to the determined winning combination is determined. One of the combinations of symbols related to other winning combinations different from the winning combination is displayed. Thereby, in a specific gaming state, it is possible to display a combination of symbols based only on the output of a signal instructing to stop the variation of symbols regardless of the determined winning combination. Therefore, in a specific gaming state, the player can display a desired symbol combination by the stop operation, which increases the fun of the game.

  In addition to the pachislot machines as in the embodiments, the present invention can be applied to other gaming machines such as slot machines, pachinko machines, arrange balls, sparrow balls, video slots, video poker, and the like. Furthermore, a game can be executed by applying the present invention to a game program in which the above-described operation in the slot machine is simulated 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 should be noted that the effects described in the examples merely list the most preferable effects resulting from the present invention, and the effects of the present invention are not limited to those described in the examples of the present invention.

1 is a perspective view showing an example of an overview of a gaming machine 1. FIG. It is a figure which shows the example of the symbol arranged on reel 3L, 3C, 3R. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of an electric circuit of the gaming machine 1. 4 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a configuration of a sub control circuit 72 of the gaming machine 1. FIG. It is a figure which shows the example of the relationship between the display combination of the gaming machine 1, a symbol combination, and the number of payouts. It is a figure which shows the example of the probability lottery table of the gaming machine. It is a figure which shows the example of the stop table group of the gaming machine. It is a figure which shows the example of the stop table contained in the stop table group of the gaming machine. It is a figure which shows the example of the main flowchart performed in the main control circuit. It is a figure which shows the example of the flowchart following FIG. It is a figure which shows the example of the flowchart of the regular interruption process performed in the main control circuit. It is a figure which shows the example of the stop table contained in the stop table group of the gaming machine. It is a figure which shows the example of the production determination table of the gaming machine 1. 7 is a diagram illustrating an example of a flowchart of a reset interrupt process performed by a sub control circuit 72. FIG. It is a figure which shows the example of the flowchart of the WIN lamp lighting command process performed in the subcontrol circuit. It is a figure which shows the example of the flowchart of the game start process performed with the subcontrol circuit 72. FIG.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Game machine 1a Cabinet 1b Front door 3L, 3C, 3R Reel 5 Liquid crystal display device 6 Start lever 6S Start switch 7LS, 7CS, 7RS Stop switch 20 WIN lamp 21L, 21R Speaker 30 Microcomputer 31 CPU
32 ROM
33 RAM
71 Main control circuit 72 Sub control circuit 81 Image control microcomputer 83 Program ROM
84 Work RAM
101 LED
102 lamp

Claims (3)

A symbol display means for displaying a plurality of symbol strings composed of a plurality of symbols;
Start signal output means for outputting a signal for instructing the start of the unit game based on the start operation;
A winning combination determining means for determining a winning combination based on the signal output by the start signal output means;
Symbol variation means for varying a plurality of symbol sequences displayed by the symbol display means based on the signal output by the start signal output means;
Stop signal output means for outputting a signal for instructing stop of the variation of the symbol sequence performed by the symbol variation means based on a stop operation;
Based on the winning combination determined by the winning combination determining means and the signal output by the stop signal output means, stop control means for performing stop control of the variation of the symbol sequence performed by the symbol variation means,
As a result of the stop control of the variation of the plurality of symbol rows being performed by the stop control means, when a combination of specific symbols is displayed by the symbol display means, gaming state operating means for operating a specific gaming state; With
A plurality of types of specific symbol combinations are provided, and the winning combination determined by the winning combination determining means is provided with a specific winning combination corresponding to each of the plurality of types of specific symbol combinations in advance one-to-one,
A gaming machine, wherein each of the specific symbols constituting the combination of the plurality of types of specific symbols is arranged every predetermined number of symbols in at least one of the plurality of symbol rows. When one of the specific winning combinations is determined by the winning combination determining means,
The stop control means is configured to prevent a change in a specific symbol sequence so that a specific symbol constituting a combination of specific symbols other than the determined specific winning combination is not displayed by the symbol display means. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein stop control is performed. When one of the specific winning combinations is determined by the winning combination determining means,
The stop control means corresponds to a specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination if the remaining one symbol is a specific symbol corresponding to a specific winning combination other than the determined specific winning combination. 2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein stop control of fluctuation of a specific symbol sequence is performed so that a symbol combination that is a combination of specific symbols is not displayed by the symbol display means.

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