JP2010227141A - Slot machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To increase excitement and enjoyment of a game by attracting attentions of players to whether the game is controlled to the first or second specified game state before the decision on the permission for the derivation of the result of a special display. <P>SOLUTION: When specific winning combination odds are derived in a preparatory mode, the game is controlled to an advantageous RT (replay time) mode. But with AT (assist) rights awarded, the game is controlled to an AT mode covering 50 games by using one AT right (winning of demotion replay for control to disadvantageous RT mode is reported). An AT lottery for awarding the AT rights is carried out when bonus is won. In this case, the probability of determining the number of AT rights to be awarded (zero, one, three, five, ten or twenty) in the AT lottery depends on the game state just under control (disadvantageous RT mode, preparatory mode or advantageous RT mode) and whether one or more AT rights are awarded or not before the winning of the bonus. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a slot machine, and more particularly to a slot machine that can be controlled to a first specific game state and a second specific game state as a specific game state that is different from a special game state advantageous to a player.

  A slot machine generally includes a variable display device having a plurality of (usually three) reels having a plurality of types of symbols as identification information drawn on the outer periphery, and each reel has a start lever by a player. Rotation is started by operating, and when the player operates a stop button provided corresponding to each reel, the rotation is stopped within a range of a predetermined maximum delay time from the operation timing. . Then, a prize is generated according to the display mode derived when the rotation of all the reels is stopped.

  When a bonus combination such as a regular bonus, a big bonus, or a challenge bonus is derived in the winning display mode, the game state is controlled to a bonus game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state. Here, in order for a winning combination including a bonus combination to occur, generally, if an internal lottery performed in advance (usually when the start lever is operated) is won and the winning flag is not set. Don't be.

  In addition, in slot machines, the game state is controlled to be different from the normal game state such as a bonus, so that the game is sharpened and the fun of the game is improved. However, if the game is only performed between the normal game state and the bonus, its sharpness will be limited. Therefore, it is possible to control a gaming state that is neither a normal gaming state nor a bonus (for example, RT (Replay Time) that makes the winning probability of replay different from the normal gaming state), which further enhances the interest of the game. Many slot machines are known.

  Among such slot machines, there are those that define a plurality of types of RTs having different advantages for the player. For example, there are a first RT (first high probability replay period) and a second RT (second high probability replay period) as RTs, and the first RT when a predetermined switching condition other than winning a bonus is satisfied in the first RT. However, there is a slot machine that continues the second RT even if the same switching condition is satisfied in the second RT (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

  In the slot machine of Patent Document 1, although the first RT is terminated and the second RT is continued when a predetermined switching condition is satisfied, both the first RT and the second RT are terminated by the bonus winning. Yes. However, the difference between whether it is controlled to the first RT or the second RT before winning the bonus is only small when considered in the overall game flow. For this reason, it has not been able to make full use of the provision of multiple types of RTs from the viewpoint of improving the fun of the game.

  In the present invention, it is determined whether the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state is to be controlled before it is determined that the derivation of the special display result accompanying the control to the special gaming state is permitted. It is an object of the present invention to provide a slot machine that can draw attention to a player and improve the interest of the game.

In order to achieve the above object, a slot machine according to the present invention includes:
A variable display device that allows a game to be started by setting a predetermined number of bets for one game using a gaming value (medal), and displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other in a variable manner. In the slot machine (slot machine 1) in which one game is completed by the display result being derived to the (variable display device 2) and a winning can be generated according to the display result derived to the variable display device.
Before the display result of the variable display device is derived for each game, a special display result (big bonus (1), big bonus (1), big bonus, regular bonus) that is advantageous to the player (big bonus, regular bonus) A pre-determining means (CPU 111: internal lottery (FIG. 7)) for determining whether or not the derivation of a plurality of types of winning display results including bonus (2), regular bonus) is permitted;
Derivation control means (CPU 111: stop control of reels 3L, 3C, 3R) for causing the variable display device to derive a display result in accordance with a determination result of the prior determination means;
Special gaming state control means (CPU 111 (FIG. 8)) for controlling the gaming state to the special gaming state until a predetermined special ending condition is satisfied when the special display result is derived;
A means for controlling to a specific game state (RT) different from the special game state, based on establishment of a predetermined first specific condition (special game derivation (FIG. 6), fall replay winning (FIG. 12)). Control to the first specific gaming state (advantageous RT (FIG. 6), disadvantageous RT (FIG. 12)) of the specific gaming state, and the second specific condition (falling replay winning (see FIG. 12) different from the first specific condition) 6), 9 selected combinations (1) to (9) based on the establishment of the winning (FIG. 12)), the second specific gaming state (disadvantage RT (FIG. 6), advantageous RT (FIG. 12)) of the specific gaming state ) Specific gaming state control means (CPU111 (FIG. 8)) to be controlled,
When it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is allowed by the predetermining means when the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state is controlled, the first specific gaming state or Specific game state ending means (CPU 111 (FIG. 8)) for ending the second specific game state;
When it is controlled to the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state, when it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted by the predetermining means, the special gaming state is entered. Bonus granting means (CPU 121 (steps S105 and S106)) for granting a player a predetermined privilege (AT right for controlling the AT to be notified of the winning of the fall replay) that is different from the control and the control to the specific gaming state. And
The specific gaming state control means includes
When the predetermined switching condition (falling replay winning) is established when the first specific gaming state is controlled, the second specific game state is ended and the second specific gaming state is controlled. Game state switching means (CPU 111 (FIG. 8));
A second specific gaming state continuation means (CPU 111 (FIG. 8)) for continuing the second specific gaming state when the switching condition is satisfied when the second specific gaming state is controlled;
The benefit granting means has an advantage according to whether the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state is controlled when it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted. A different privilege is given to the player (FIG. 9)
It is characterized by that.

  In the slot machine, it is determined by the predetermining means that the special display result is allowed to be derived, and when the special display result is derived based on the determination, the game state is controlled to a special game state advantageous to the player. The In addition to the special game state, the game state includes a specific game state. The specific game state includes a first specific game state and a second specific game state. If it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted, both the first specific gaming state and the second specific gaming state are terminated at that time. When the predetermined switching condition is established, the first specific gaming state is controlled to the second specific gaming state, but the second specific gaming state is not controlled from the second specific gaming state, and the second specific gaming state is continued. The

  Further, when it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted when the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state is controlled, the control to the special gaming state is different from the control to the specific gaming state. A predetermined privilege is given to the player. However, the advantage of the privilege given when it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted depends on whether the privilege is controlled to the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state. ing.

  For this reason, it is possible to make the player pay attention to which of the first specific gaming state and the second specific gaming state is controlled before it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted. Interest can be improved. In addition, when the first specific gaming state is once controlled, not only whether it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted, but also the player can be focused on whether a predetermined switching condition is satisfied. Can improve the interest of the game.

  It should be noted that granting a privilege having a different advantage depending on whether the privilege granting unit is controlled to be in the first specific game state or the second specific game state is an expected value of the benefit advantage Means different. The advantage of the privilege given to the player in the first specific gaming state does not necessarily have to be higher (lower) than the benefit of the privilege given to the player in the second specific gaming state.

In the above slot machine,
The second specific game state is a game state (advantageous RT) advantageous for the player, and the first specific game state is a game state (disadvantage RT) that is more disadvantageous for the player than the second specific game state. There can be (FIG. 12).

  In this case, it is possible to give a player a sense of expectation that a predetermined switching condition is satisfied in the first specific game state (that is, the second specific game state is controlled to be advantageous to the player). And can further enhance the fun of the game.

In the above slot machine,
The first specific game state is a game state advantageous for the player (advantageous RT), and the second specific game state is a game state more disadvantageous for the player than the first specific game state (disadvantage RT). It can also be (FIG. 6).

  In this case, it is possible to make the player pay attention to avoiding the establishment of a predetermined switching condition in the first specific gaming state (that is, maintaining the second specific gaming state advantageous to the player). .

In the case where the first specific gaming state is an advantageous gaming state and the second specific gaming state is an unfavorable gaming state, the slot machine is
An initial gaming state control for controlling the gaming state to an initial gaming state (preparation mode) in which a predetermined advantageous condition can be satisfied after the special gaming state is ended, but the gaming state is more disadvantageous for the player than the special gaming state. Means (CPU 111 (FIG. 8)) may be further provided. In this case,
The specific game state control means controls the game state to the first specific game state as the first specific condition is satisfied when a predetermined advantageous condition (derivation of a special outcome) is satisfied in the initial game state. ,
The second specific condition is that a predetermined disadvantage display result (falling replay) is derived as a display result of the variable display device in the initial gaming state,
The switching condition may be that the disadvantageous display result (falling replay) is derived as a display result of the variable display device in the specific gaming state.

  In this case, it is avoided that a disadvantageous display result is derived as a display result of the variable display device when being controlled to the initial gaming state and when being controlled to the first specific gaming state advantageous to the player. The player can be paid attention to.

In this case, the slot machine is
In addition, a stop operation means (stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R) operated by a player to stop the variation display of the identification information is provided,
The derivation control means further causes the variable display device to derive a display result in accordance with an operation procedure of the stop operation means, and determines a predetermined disadvantage (normal replay + falling replay, normal replay + falling) by the predetermining means. The disadvantageous display result can be derived on the condition that (replay + BAR replay) is performed.
Here, the slot machine is
Information capable of specifying an operation procedure of the stop operation means for avoiding derivation of the disadvantage display result based on the disadvantage determination when the disadvantage determination is performed in the initial gaming state or the first specific gaming state Is further provided with avoidance procedure notification means (CPU 121 (steps S110 and S118)),
The avoidance procedure notifying means uses an operation procedure of the stop operation means for avoiding the derivation of the disadvantageous display result using the given privilege when the privilege is given by the privilege giving means. The identifiable information can be notified (CPU 121 (step S115)).

  In this case, information that can specify the operation procedure by the avoidance procedure notifying means if a privilege is given when being controlled to the initial gaming state and when being controlled to the first specific gaming state advantageous to the player. Notification will be performed, and it will be possible to avoid the disadvantageous display result being derived and being controlled to the second specific gaming state that is disadvantageous for the player. Can be attached.

The slot machine is
In addition, a stop operation means (stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R) operated by a player to stop the variation display of the identification information is provided,
The first specific game state is a game state (advantageous RT) advantageous for a player, and the second specific game state is a game state (disadvantage RT) that is more disadvantageous for the player than the first specific game state. Yes (Figure 6)
The derivation control means further causes the variable display device to derive a display result in accordance with an operation procedure of the stop operation means, and determines a predetermined disadvantage (normal replay + falling replay, normal replay + falling) by the predetermining means. A predetermined disadvantage display result (falling replay) is derived on the condition that replay + BAR replay) is performed,
The switching condition may be that the disadvantageous display result is derived as a display result of the variable display device in the specific gaming state.
Here, the slot machine is
When the disadvantage determination is performed in the first specific gaming state, the avoidance procedure for notifying information that can specify the operation procedure of the stop operation means for avoiding the derivation of the disadvantage display result based on the disadvantage determination Notification means (CPU 121 (steps S110 and S118));
When a predetermined point granting condition is established in the game, a point (the number of AT rights) corresponding to the established point granting condition is granted, and the newly granted point is given to the points granted so far. Point granting means (CPU 121 (steps S105 and S106)) for accumulating
Notification execution change for changing the amount of notification of the operation procedure of the stop operation means for avoiding the derivation of the disadvantage display result by the avoidance procedure notification means according to the points accumulated by the point giving means. Means (using one AT right in an advantageous RT, controlling only 50 games to the AT).

  In this case, not only whether or not points are awarded, but also how much points are given can be noted, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, since the amount of notification of information that can specify the operation procedure that can avoid the control to the disadvantaged gaming state by the avoidance procedure notification means changes according to the accumulated points, the game is determined by the accumulated points. Can give a sharpening to the profits that occur to the person.

  The point granting unit may be included in the privilege granting unit, and the point granting condition allows the special display result to be derived in the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state. It can be decided to do so. In this case, the benefit of the privilege can be determined according to the points given.

In the above slot machine,
When the privilege granting means is determined to allow the derivation of the special display result when being controlled to the first specific gaming state, the special granting means is controlled to the second specific gaming state. It is possible to give the player a privilege with a higher advantage than when it is determined that the derivation of the display result is allowed (the expected value of the number of rights of the advantageous RT is more advantageous than the disadvantaged RT. RT is higher (Fig. 9)).

  In this case, it is possible to make the player pay attention to avoiding that the predetermined switching condition is satisfied in the first specific gaming state. In particular, when the first specific gaming state is a gaming state advantageous to the player and the second specific gaming state is a disadvantageous gaming state for the player, the player's attention to avoiding the establishment of a predetermined switching condition Can be further increased. On the other hand, when the first specific gaming state is a disadvantageous gaming state for the player and the second specific gaming state is a gaming state advantageous for the player, even if a predetermined switching condition is satisfied in the first specific gaming state, It doesn't just have to discourage players.

In the above slot machine,
When the privilege granting means is determined to allow the derivation of the special display result when being controlled to the second specific gaming state, the special granting means is controlled to the first specific gaming state. It is possible to give a player a privilege having a higher advantage than when it is determined that the derivation of the display result is permitted.

  In this case, it is possible to give a player a sense of expectation that a predetermined switching condition is satisfied in the first specific gaming state, and to further improve the interest of the game. In particular, when the first specific gaming state is a disadvantageous gaming state for the player and the second specific gaming state is a gaming state advantageous for the player, the player's expectation for establishment of the predetermined switching condition is further increased. Can be. On the other hand, when the first specific gaming state is a gaming state advantageous for the player and the second specific gaming state is a disadvantageous gaming state for the player, even when a predetermined switching condition is satisfied in the first specific gaming state, It doesn't just have to discourage players.

The slot machine is
On the condition that a predetermined permissible step setting operation (starting with the setting key switch 92 turned ON, operation of the setting switch 91) has been performed, it is determined by the predetermination means that the derivation of the winning display result is permitted. A permissible stage setting means (CPU 111) for selecting and setting one of the permissible stages from a plurality of permissible stages (setting values 1 to 6) having different probabilities;
Game number counting means (a counter of the CPU 111 and the RAM 112) for counting the number of digested games in the first specific gaming state or the number of digested games in the second specific gaming state;
The specific game state ending means ends at least one of the first specific game state and the second specific game state on condition that the number of games counted by the game number counting means reaches a predetermined specific game number. (The disadvantageous RT ends with the digestion of 500 games (FIG. 6)).

In this case, the slot machine is
When an allowable level is set by the allowable level setting means after the start of one game and before the normal completion of the game, a game that has not been normally completed before the allowable level is set. Game restart control means for starting a new game after the setting of the permissible stage is performed without counting by the game number counting means (from the start of the game at disadvantaged RT until the game is normally completed) If the setting value is changed during the period, the game may not be counted as a disadvantaged RT game number).

Alternatively, the slot machine is
When an allowable level is set by the allowable level setting means after the start of one game and before the normal completion of the game, a game that has not been normally completed before the allowable level is set. Game restart control means for counting by the game number counting means and starting a new game after the setting of the permissible stage is performed (the period from the start of the game at the disadvantaged RT to the normal completion of the game) When the setting value is changed in (3), the game may also be counted as a disadvantaged RT game number (modified example)).

  In the former case, a game for which the allowable stage is set without being completed normally is not counted as the number of games for ending the first specific gaming state and / or the second specific gaming state. Thus, the gaming store cannot intentionally change the gaming state. On the other hand, in the latter case, a game in which an allowable stage is set without being completed normally is counted as the number of games for ending the first specific game state and / or the second specific game state. Even if the game is started at the player's will, the game does not end with the end of the first specific game state and / or the second specific game state, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

The slot machine is
On the condition that a predetermined permissible step setting operation (starting with the setting key switch 92 turned ON, operation of the setting switch 91) has been performed, it is determined by the predetermination means that the derivation of the winning display result is permitted. A permissible stage setting means (CPU 111) for selecting and setting one of the permissible stages from a plurality of permissible stages (setting values 1 to 6) having different probabilities;
When it is determined by the predetermining means that the derivation of the special display result is permitted, the predetermination means indicates that the derivation of the replay display result is permitted until the special display result is derived. Re-probability high-probability state control means for controlling the gaming state to a re-playing high-probability state that increases the probability determined by (CPU 111: control to RT in the inside by bonus winning (FIG. 6));
After the start of one game in the replay high probability state, when the allowable step is set by the allowable step setting means before the game is normally completed, the control to the replay high probability state is performed. The second post-game resuming means for canceling the decision to allow the derivation of the special display result while maintaining the game (the set value is changed during the period until the game in which the bonus is won at the start is normally completed). The bonus winning flag is erased if it is lost).

  Here, after a game is started in a re-playing high probability state (it has already been determined that the derivation of the special display result is allowed), an allowable stage before the game is normally completed However, the decision to allow the derivation of the special display result is canceled, but the control to the replay high probability state based on the decision is maintained. Since the game state is not controlled based on the determination at the allowable stage different from the current allowable stage, the fairness of the game can be ensured. On the other hand, since the gaming state is maintained as it is, it becomes difficult for the player to detect that the allowable stage has been set (especially from the closing of the previous day to the opening).

In this case, the slot machine is
When it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted after one game is started and the allowable stage is set by the allowable stage setting means before the game is normally completed, the special display is performed. A game resumption means after special decision that cancels the decision to allow the derivation of the special display result while maintaining the control to the replay high probability state based on the decision to allow the derivation of the result (bonus winning at the start) If the set value is changed during the period until the completed game is normally completed, the internal-in-RT flag remains as it is).

Alternatively, the slot machine is
When it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted after one game is started and the allowable stage is set by the allowable stage setting means before the game is normally completed, the special display is performed. A means for resuming the game after the special decision that cancels the decision to allow the derivation of the special display result without performing the control to the replay high probability state based on the decision to allow the derivation of the result (bonus winning at the start) When the set value is changed during the period until the completed game is completed normally, the internal RT flag may be further deleted (modified example).

  In the former case, the decision to allow the derivation of the special display result will be canceled if the allowable stage is set before the game for which the derivation of the special display result is allowed to be completed normally. However, control to the replay high probability state is maintained. Thereby, since it is not controlled to the special gaming state based on the determination in the allowable stage different from the current allowable stage, the fairness of the game can be ensured and the game using the setting of the allowable stage is possible. It is possible to prevent the store from deliberately invalidating the replay high probability state. On the other hand, in the latter case, not only the decision to allow the derivation of the special display result is canceled, but also the control to the replay high probability state is not performed. Based on the determination at the stage, it is no longer controlled to the high probability state of replay, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

FIG. 3 is a front view showing the overall structure of the slot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an overall configuration of a control circuit of the slot machine of FIG. 1. (A) is a timing chart showing the output status of the medal IN signal, and (b) is a timing chart showing the output status of the medal OUT signal. It is a figure which shows the arrangement | sequence of the symbol on each reel which comprises a variable display apparatus. (A) is a figure which shows the symbol combination of the winning combination, and (b) is a figure which shows a special outcome. FIG. 21 is a game state transition diagram in the slot machine according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure which shows the judgment value number used as the winning of each combination according to gaming state. It is a figure which shows the reel control when winning a fall replay. It is a figure which shows the example of an AT lottery table. It is a flowchart which shows the process which the control part of an effect control board performs. It is a figure which shows the other example of the determination value number used as the winning of each combination according to gaming state. It is a transition diagram of the gaming state in the slot machine according to another embodiment of the present invention.

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

  FIG. 1 is a front view showing the overall structure of the slot machine according to this embodiment. The front door of the slot machine 1 can be opened by inserting a key into the locking device 19 and rotating it clockwise. A variable display device 2 is provided on the upper front side of the slot machine 1. Inside the variable display device 2, a reel unit 3 including three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R is provided.

  The reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are rotated / stopped by driving reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR (see FIG. 2) each formed of a stepping motor. Details of the stepping motors constituting the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, 3MR will be described later. The symbols drawn on the outer peripheries of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are displayed in the upper, middle, and lower three stages on the variable display device 2 when the driving of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R is stopped. In addition, on the outer peripheral portions of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R, 21 types of symbols that can be distinguished from each other are drawn in a predetermined order. The arrangement of symbols on the reels 3L, 3C, 3R will be described later.

  In the reel unit 3, for each of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R, reel sensors 3SL, 3SC, 3SR (see FIG. 2) for detecting the reference position, and a reel lamp 3LP (FIG. 2) for irradiating light from the back surface. 2). The variable display device 2 has two horizontal winning lines at the upper and lower stages, two diagonal winning lines at the upper right and the lower at the right, and a valley-type prize that is “upper-middle-upper”. A total of six winning lines are set, including a line and a Yamagata winning line “lower-middle-lower”.

  Various display units are provided around the variable display device 2. Below the variable display device 2, a payout amount display unit 21, a credit display unit 22, and a payout display unit 23 are provided. The number-of-payout display unit 21 includes a number-of-payout display 51 (see FIG. 2) using a 7-segment display, and displays the total number of medals paid out in a big bonus described later. Furthermore, the payout amount display unit 21 is also used to display a code (error code) corresponding to the type of error that has occurred when an error has occurred.

  The credit display unit 22 includes a credit display 52 (see FIG. 2) using a 7-segment display, and displays the number of credits accumulated as data according to the number of inserted medals and the number of paid-out coins as will be described later. The payout display unit 23 is composed of a 7-segment display payout display 53 (see FIG. 2), and displays the number of medals to be paid out when winning is achieved.

  On the left side of the variable display device 2, a one-bet display unit 24, a two-bet display unit 25, and a three-bet display unit 27 are provided. The 1-sheet, 2-sheet, 3-sheet betting display sections 24, 25, 27 are set at the present time when the 1, 2, 3-sheet betting lamps 54, 55, 57 (see FIG. 2) are lit. Shows the player how many bets have been placed.

  On the right side of the variable display device 2, an insertion instruction display unit 29, a start display unit 30, a weight display unit 31, a replay display unit 32, and a game over display unit 33 are provided. The insertion instruction display unit 29 indicates that a medal can be inserted by turning on the insertion instruction lamp 59 (see FIG. 2). The start display unit 30 indicates that the start lamp 60 (see FIG. 2) is turned on, so that the start can be started, that is, the operation of the start lever 11 can be accepted. The weight display unit 31 indicates that a weight to be described later is applied when the weight lamp 61 (see FIG. 2) is turned on. The replay display unit 32 indicates that a replay winning to be described later has been made when the replay lamp 62 (see FIG. 2) is in a lighting state. The game over display unit 33 indicates that the slot machine 1 has been stopped by turning on the game over lamp 63 (see FIG. 2).

  On the upper side of the variable display device 2, a liquid crystal display 4 is provided as a production means. The liquid crystal display 4 displays images for various effects according to the gaming state, the setting state of the winning flag, the type of symbol derived to the variable display device 2, or the player's selection. Further, the liquid crystal display 4 can display various information directly or indirectly related to the game such as a game history.

  A medal slot 13, a single BET button 14, a MAXBET button 15, and a checkout button 16 are provided on a horizontal surface of a trapezoidal portion provided below the variable display device 2. The BET button lamps 70a and 70b (see FIG. 2) that are turned on when the number of bets can be set from the credits (maximum 50) accumulated as data are arranged inside the single BET button 14 and the MAX BET button 15. Has been.

  The medal insertion slot 13 is for a player to insert a medal from here, and when insertion of a medal is detected by the insertion medal sensor 44 (see FIG. 2) when the insertion instruction display unit 29 is lit, A bet number is set or credits are stored as data. The single BET button 14 and the MAX BET button 15 are buttons operated by the player when setting the number of bets (1, 3 respectively) from the credits accumulated as data. When detected by the sheet BET switch 45 (see FIG. 2) or the MAXBET switch 46 (see FIG. 2), the number of bets from the credit is set.

  The settlement button 16 is a button for instructing the payout of medals that have already been set as bets or medals corresponding to accumulated credits. When the operation of the checkout button 16 is detected by the checkout switch 47 (see FIG. 2), if a bet number is set, first, medals corresponding to the set bet number are paid out and the bet number is set. If not (including the case where medals corresponding to the number of bets are paid out by operating the settlement button 16), medals corresponding to the credits accumulated as data are paid out.

  A start lever 11 and stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R are provided on the vertical surface of the trapezoidal portion. The start lever 11 is operated by the player when starting the game. When the operation is detected by the start switch 41 (see FIG. 2), the reel drive motors 3ML, 3MC, 3MR are started to be driven. 3L, 3C, and 3R start to rotate. When the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R can be operated when a predetermined condition is satisfied after the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R start to rotate, operation enable lamps 63L, 63C, and 63R (FIG. 2) provided therein are provided. (See) is lit, and the player is informed.

  The stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R are buttons that the player operates to stop the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R at a desired timing, respectively, and the operations are stop switches 42L, 42C, and 42R (see FIG. 2). Is detected, the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is stopped. The maximum stop delay time from the operation of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R to the stop of rotation of the corresponding reels 3L, 3C, 3R is 190 milliseconds.

  The reels 3L, 3C and 3R rotate 80 times per minute and change the design of 80 x 21 (number of symbols per reel) = 1680 frames, so a maximum of 4 symbols in 190 milliseconds Can be pulled in. That is, the stop symbols selected by the stop control table described later are the symbols displayed when the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R are operated, and the symbols that are four frames ahead of them, for a total of five frames. It is a design.

  Further, a panel that covers the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R is applied as the bonus notification section 36. The bonus notification section 36 notifies the player that the bonus notification lamp 66 (see FIG. 2) is turned on, so that various bonuses described later can be won. Further, on the right side of the stop button 12R, there is provided a medal clogging elimination button 18 that mechanically vibrates the slot machine 1 when a medal is jammed.

  On the lower front side of the slot machine 1, a medal payout port 71 and a medal storage tray 72 are provided. The medal payout port 71 discharges medals paid out by the hopper 80 (see FIG. 2) to the outside. The medal storage tray 72 is for storing paid-out medals. The front panel on the medal storage tray 72 is irradiated with light emitted from the fluorescent lamp 6 (see FIG. 2) installed therein.

  Speakers 7U, 7L, and 7R are provided as rendering means on the lower front side of the slot machine 1 and on the left and right sides of the upper front side, respectively. The speakers 7U, 7L, and 7R output predetermined sound effects when the start lever 11 and the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R are operated or when winning a prize. Further, when an error occurs, when a front door is released, when a set value is changed, and when a bet number and credit are settled, an alarm sound is output, and various effect sounds are output according to the gaming state.

  Further, on the front side of the slot machine 1, an effect by light is performed by light emission of game effect lamps 75 </ b> A to 75 </ b> M (see FIG. 2) as effect means so as to surround the variable display device 2 and the liquid crystal display 4. Game effect display sections 5A to 5M are provided. The game effect display units 5A to 5M perform effects by light in various patterns according to the progress of the game. Note that the light emission colors of the game effect display units 5A to 5M may be either single colors or multiple colors.

  FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a configuration of the control circuit of the slot machine 1. As shown in the figure, the control circuit of the slot machine 1 includes a power supply board 100, a game control board 101, an effect control board 102, a reel relay board 103, a reel lamp relay board 104, an external output board 105, an effect relay board 106, and The operation unit relay board 107 is roughly divided.

  The power supply board 100 transforms an external power supply voltage of AC 100V and supplies operating power to the game control board 101 and other parts of the slot machine 1. In FIG. 2, only the game control board 101, the hopper 80, and the switches 91 to 94 are connected, but the power supply board 100 also supplies power to other units. The power supply board 100 is provided in the slot machine 1 and is connected to a hopper 80 that includes a hopper motor 82 that performs a medal payout operation and a payout sensor 81 that detects a medal payout operation.

  The power supply board 100 sets a winning probability for an internal lottery to be described later, and a setting switch 91 for changing a setting value (setting 1 to setting 6) of a virtual medal payout rate calculated based on the probability. The switch 91 is also connected to a setting key switch 92 for enabling the operation, a second reset switch 93 for resetting the internal state (RAM 112), and a main switch 94 for switching the power ON / OFF. A signal is sent to the game control board 101. These switches 91 to 94 are provided inside the slot machine 1.

  The game control board 101 is a control board on the main side that controls the overall flow of the game in the slot machine 1, and includes a control unit 110 including a CPU 111, a RAM 112, a ROM 113, and an I / O port 114. It is installed. Further, a random number generation circuit 115, a sampling circuit 116, a power supply monitoring circuit 117, a reset circuit 118, and other circuits are mounted.

  The CPU 111 has an interrupt function (including an interrupt prohibition function) such as a timekeeping function and a timer interrupt, and executes a program (described later) stored in the ROM 113 to perform processing related to the progress of the game, and in the slot machine 1 Control each part of the control circuit directly or indirectly. The processing word of the CPU 111 is 1 byte, and the addresses of the RAM 112 and the ROM 113 are assigned in units of 1 byte.

  The RAM 112 is used as a work area when the CPU 111 executes a program. The RAM 112 is backed up by a battery and retains stored contents even when the slot machine 1 is turned off. The RAM 112 is provided with an area for a counter that counts the number of steps of the stepping motors that respectively constitute the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR. Data relating to the number of credits is stored in the RAM 112. The ROM 113 stores programs executed by the CPU 111 and fixed data. The I / O port 114 inputs and outputs control signals to and from each circuit connected to the game control board 101.

  The random number generation circuit 115 is configured by a counter that counts up and updates a value every time a pulse is generated, and the sampling circuit 116 acquires a numerical value counted by the random number generation circuit 115. The random number generation circuit 115 is provided for each type of random number used for the progress of the game, and a range of numerical values to be counted for each type of random number is determined. The CPU 111 sends an instruction to the sampling circuit 116 according to the processing to acquire the numerical value indicated by the random number generation circuit 115 as a random number (hereinafter, this function is referred to as a hardware random number function).

  The power monitoring circuit 117 monitors the power supply voltage supplied from the power supply substrate 100, and outputs a voltage drop signal to the control unit 110 when detecting a voltage drop. Although not particularly shown, the control unit 110 includes an interrupt input terminal connected to the power supply monitoring circuit 117, and an external interrupt is generated in the CPU 111 when a voltage drop signal is input to the interrupt input terminal. The CPU 111 executes a power interruption interrupt process.

  The reset circuit 118 outputs a reset signal when the voltage rises to a level at which the control unit 110 can be activated when the power is turned on to start the control unit 110, and to a signal periodically output from the control unit 110. When the count is incremented without being cleared based on the reset counter, that is, when the control unit 110 does not operate for a certain time, a reset signal is output to the control unit 110 and the control unit 110 is restarted. .

  The CPU 111 also has a function of updating the numerical value of the specific address in the RAM 112 by timer interrupt processing and acquiring the updated numerical value as a random number (hereinafter, this function is referred to as a software random number function). The CPU 111 transmits various commands to be described later to the effect control board 102 via the I / O port 114. Note that information (commands) is sent from the game control board 101 to the effect control board 102 only in one direction, and no information (commands) is sent from the effect control board 102 to the game control board 101.

  The command transmitted from the game control board 101 to the effect control board 102 is composed of 2 bytes, the upper 1 byte is control information indicating the type of command, and the lower 1 byte is information indicating the contents of the control state. When transmitting a command from the game control board 101 to the effect control board 102, the CPU 111 sets a command to be transmitted in a command transmission buffer provided in the RAM 112 in the order of upper byte and lower byte.

  Since the CPU 111 needs to transmit a plurality of commands to the effect control board 102 at the same time in some cases, the command transmission buffer of the RAM 112 has a capacity sufficient to set a predetermined number of commands. For example, when two commands are transmitted at the same time, the upper byte and lower byte of the first command, the upper byte and lower byte of the second command, etc. are set in the command transmission buffer of the RAM 112. The upper byte and lower byte of each command set in the command transmission buffer are sent from the I / O port 114 to the effect control board 102 in byte units.

  The game control board 101 is provided with a single BET switch 45, a MAXBET switch 46, a start switch 41, stop switches 42L, 42C, 42R, a checkout switch 47, a first reset switch 48, and a throw-in medal through the operation unit relay board 107. A sensor 44 is connected, and detection signals from these switches / sensors are input. In addition, detection signals of the reel sensors 3SL, 3SC, and 3SR are input via the reel relay substrate 103. In accordance with the detection signals of these switches / sensors input via the I / O port 114 or the detection signals of various switches input via the power supply board 100 as described above, the CPU 111 on the game control board 101 Processing is in progress.

  The game control board 101 is also provided with a flow path switching solenoid 49, a payout number display 51, a credit display 52, a payout display 53, an insertion instruction lamp 59, and a single betting lamp 54 via the operation unit relay board 107. 2 bet lamp 55, 3 bet lamp 57, game over lamp 63, start lamp 60, replay lamp 62, BET button lamps 70a and 70b, operation valid lamps 63L, 63C and 63R are connected, and CPU 111 These operations are controlled according to the progress of the game.

  The game control board 101 is connected to reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR via a reel relay board 103. The CPU 111 refers to a stop control table selected according to a winning flag set in the RAM 112 by internal lottery, which will be described later, and controls the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR via the reel relay board 103 to thereby control the reels 3L, 3C. 3R is stopped. An effect control board 102 is further connected to the game control board 101 via an effect relay board 106.

  The effect relay board 106 is a board provided to ensure one-way information transmitted from the game control board 101 to the effect control board 102. The effect relay board 106 does not check the game control board 101 and the effect control board 102 by checking this state, and an illegal signal (especially an external input to the effect control board 102 is input to the control unit 110 of the game control board 101). It is possible to check whether or not a modification has been made such that a signal is input).

  The effect control board 102 is a sub-side control board that controls the execution of effects in the slot machine 1, and is equipped with a control unit 120 including a one-chip microcomputer including a CPU 121, a RAM 122, a ROM 123, and an I / O port 124. Yes. In addition, the random number generation circuit 125 and the sampling circuit 126 are mounted, and the CPU 121 obtains the value counted by the random number generation circuit 125 by the sampling circuit 126, so that the hardware random number function similar to that of the game control board 101 is obtained. Is forming. It also has a software random number function by interrupt processing.

  The CPU 121 executes a program (described later) stored in the ROM 123 to perform processing related to the execution of the effect, and controls each circuit in the effect control board 102 and each circuit connected thereto. The RAM 122 is used as a work area when the CPU 121 executes a program. The RAM 122 is also battery-backed up, and retains the stored contents even when the slot machine 1 is turned off. The ROM 123 stores programs executed by the CPU 121 and fixed data. The I / O port 124 inputs and outputs control signals to and from each circuit connected to the effect control board 102.

  The execution of the effect by the CPU 121 is performed based on a command received from the game control board 101 via the I / O port 124. When a command transmitted from the game control board 101 arrives at the I / O port 124, a command reception interrupt is generated for the CPU 121, and the received command is sequentially placed in the command reception buffer of the RAM 122 by this command reception interrupt processing. To go. The CPU 121 retrieves the command stored in the command reception buffer in units of 2 bytes, and performs processing by determining the command type in the upper byte and the content indicated by the command in the lower byte.

  When a plurality of commands are transmitted from the game control board 101 at the same time, the CPU 121 cannot naturally process the plurality of commands at the same time. For this reason, the command reception buffer of the RAM 122 has a capacity enough to store a plurality of commands, and the CPU 121 has received another command when processing based on one command extracted from the command reception buffer is completed. If it is in the buffer, the processing based on the next command is performed. Note that the capacity of the command reception buffer in the RAM 122 is larger than the capacity of the command transmission buffer in the RAM 112.

  The effect control board 102 is connected with game effect lamps 75A to 75M, a liquid crystal display 4, speakers 7L, 7R, and 7U, a fluorescent lamp 6, a weight lamp 61, and a bonus notification lamp 66. A reel lamp 3LP is connected via a reel lamp relay substrate 104. The control unit 120 of the effect control board 102 performs these effects by controlling these parts.

  The reel relay board 103 relays between the game control board 101, the external output board 105 and the reel unit 3. The reel lamp relay board 104 relays between the effect control board 102 and the reel unit 3. The reel relay substrate 103 is also connected with a full sensor 90, and its detection signal is input. The full tank sensor 90 is provided inside the slot machine 1 and detects that the medals in the overflow tank storing the medals overflowed from the hopper 80 are full.

  When a full tank is detected by the full tank sensor 90, a full tank error occurs. Note that whether or not a full tank is detected by the full sensor 90 can be checked once per game, for example, at a timing when the number of bets is fixed. However, when the player has won a replay in the previous game, it is not checked whether the full sensor is detected by the full sensor 90.

  The external output board 105 is connected to an external device such as a hall management computer via an information providing terminal board, and various bonus medium signals and medals IN input from the game control board 101 via the reel relay board 103. The signal, medal OUT signal, and security signal are output to the external device. The security signal includes a door opening signal, a set value change signal, a closing error signal, a payout error signal, another error signal, and a checkout signal.

  The external output board 105 does not output a medal IN signal every time a medal is inserted from the medal insertion slot 13 or each time the single BET button 14 or the MAXBET button 15 is operated, but when the start lever 11 is operated. The medal IN signal is output collectively. FIG. 3A is a timing chart showing the output status of the medal IN signal. As shown in the figure, the CPU 111 collectively outputs medals IN signals for the set number of bets when the operation of the start lever 11 is detected, that is, when the number of bets in the game is determined. Specifically, the bet number is incremented by one each time a medal insertion is detected in a state where the medal insertion is permitted.

  Thereafter, when the operation of the start lever 11 is detected, that is, when the bet number used for the game is determined, the medal IN signals for the set bet number are collectively output. FIG. 3A shows a case where three medals are inserted, and shows how the medal IN signal is continuously output three times when the start lever 11 is operated. Also, even when all or part of the bet number is set using credits, the medal IN signals for the set bet number are collectively output when the operation of the start lever 11 is detected. ing.

  On the other hand, the medal OUT signal is outputted every time one medal is paid out from the hopper 80 due to a small role winning accompanied by paying out a medal. Even when a medal is added instead of paying out a medal from the hopper 80, a medal OUT signal is output every time one credit is added. FIG. 3B is a timing chart showing the output status of the medal OUT signal in the case where medals are paid out from the hopper 80 as an example.

  As shown in the drawing, the medal OUT signal outputs a 1-pulse medal OUT signal each time the payout sensor 81 detects the payout of each medal. For this reason, as shown in FIG. 3B, it is determined that a predetermined payout-medal-free time has elapsed since the last medal payout is detected during the medal payout, or the medal is continued. When it is determined that the detection time is a predetermined medal clogging and the payout operation is stopped due to a payout error state, only the medal OUT signals for the number of payouts are output until the payout operation is stopped. The

  When the payout error is canceled and the remaining payout is resumed, the medal OUT signal accompanying the payout of the remaining medals is output every time the payout sensor 81 detects the payout of the remaining medals one by one. Then, when the payout of the last medal is detected and the output of the medal OUT signal is completed, the control of one game is finished, and at this point, the insertion of the medal is permitted.

  Next, stepping motors constituting the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, 3MR will be described. The stepping motor that constitutes each of the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR is, for example, a hybrid type stepping motor, and includes a stator and a rotor facing the stator. The rotor has a large number of gear-like projections, and permanent magnets magnetized in the same direction as the rotation shaft are incorporated therein.

  The stepping motor receives a pulse signal (excitation pulse) from the CPU 111 of the game control board 101, an excitation current sequentially flows through each of the excitation phases φ1 to φ4 of the stator, and these excitation phases φ1 to φ4 are excited in a predetermined order. Thus, the rotor is rotationally driven, and the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are rotated by the rotation of the rotation shaft. As a control method for rotationally driving the stepping motor, for example, a 1-2 phase excitation method is applied. In the 1-2 phase excitation method, the excitation phases for inputting a pulse signal among the excitation phases φ1 to φ4 are (φ1, φ2), (φ1), (φ4, φ1), (φ4), (φ3, φ4), (Φ3), (φ2, φ3), (φ2), (φ1, φ2)... Are sequentially switched, and the excitation phase for inputting the pulse signal is alternately switched to one phase or two phases. Yes.

  Thus, each time a pulse signal for applying an excitation current to the excitation phases φ1 to φ4 is input, the rotation shaft of the stepping motor rotates one step at a time. The rotation step of the stepping motor is counted by a counter provided in the RAM 112 for each of the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR. Then, it is understood how to switch the excitation phase of the pulse signal input according to the counted stepping motor rotation step.

  Further, when the reference position is detected by the reel sensors 3SL, 3SC, 3SR as the reels 3L, 3C, 3R rotate, the counter value is cleared. Therefore, the rotation angles of the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR, that is, the symbol positions of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R can be understood by referring to the counter value (number of steps) counted by the rotation step.

  When stopping the rotation of the stepping motor, the rotor is suddenly braked by two-phase excitation control, which will be described in detail later, in accordance with the target stop position, and then the rotor is stopped by three-phase excitation control, which will be described later. This stops the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R that are integrally coupled to the rotors of the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR.

  Next, the symbol arrangement in the reels 3L, 3C, 3R constituting the variable display device 2 will be described. As shown in the drawing, on the outer peripheral portions of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R, “red 7” (7 shown in black in the drawing) and “white 7” (shown in white in the drawing) are shown. 7) 21 types each of multiple types of identifiable symbols such as “BAR”, “Bell”, “Cherry”, “JAC”, “★”, “☆”, “△”, “▽” They are drawn in a predetermined order.

  For the convenience of the drawings, these symbols are shown vertically arranged for each of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R, but are actually drawn on the outer periphery of the cylindrical reels 3L, 3C, and 3R. Therefore, the symbol arrangement is circulated, and the symbol No. 20 and the symbol No. 0 are adjacent to each other. Further, for example, a symbol in a position where four frames are drawn from a symbol of No. 20 is a symbol of No. 3.

  As shown in the drawing, “JAC” is arranged at intervals of 5 frames or less with respect to any of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R. For the left reel 3L, three “bells” and “cherries” are arranged at intervals of 7 frames. Regarding the inner reel 3 </ b> C, “☆” are arranged within a sense of 5 frames or less. For the left and right reels 3L and 3R, only one “red 7”, “white 7”, and “BAR” are arranged, and the arrangement interval between them is 7 frames.

  In the slot machine 1, a winning is awarded when the winning symbols are arranged on any winning line of the variable display device 2. The game state controlled by the CPU 111 of the game control board 101 includes a normal game state (preparation mode) controlled after the bonus ends, a big bonus as a special game state, a regular bonus, and a normal game state. There are disadvantage RT, advantageous RT, and internal RT as RTs with different winning probabilities (probability to win any kind of replay described later).

  Except when a regular bonus is offered during a big bonus, multiple types of gaming states are not controlled at the same time, and once a new gaming state is started, the previously controlled gaming state is terminated. Become. In addition, as a gaming state controlled by the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102, there is an AT (to be combined with an advantageous RT to become an ART (Assist Replay Time)) described later. The game state transition will be described in detail later.

  In addition, the types of winning combinations are roughly divided into special roles (big bonus (1), big bonus (2), regular bonus) accompanied by transition to a special gaming state, and small roles accompanied by paying out medals. (Bell, Cherry, Nine choice combinations (1) to (9)) and a re-playing combination (replay, fall replay, BAR replay) that allows the next game to be started without setting the number of bets . FIG. 5A is a view for explaining the combination of the types of winning combinations in the slot machine 1 and the symbols in the variable display device 2.

  The big bonus (1) is won when a combination of “red 7-red 7-red 7” is arranged on any winning line in a gaming state other than the big bonus or the regular bonus. The big bonus (2) is won when a combination of “white 7-white 7-white 7” is arranged on any winning line in a gaming state other than the big bonus or the regular bonus. When winning the big bonus (1) or the big bonus (2), the gaming state shifts to the big bonus.

  The regular bonus is awarded when a combination of “white 7-white 7-red 7” is arranged on any winning line in a gaming state other than the big bonus or the regular bonus. When a regular bonus is won, the gaming state shifts to a regular bonus. In the regular bonus, the winning probability of a small role (especially bell) is higher than in other gaming states.

  The regular bonus ends when 12 games are consumed or when 8 games are won (any kind of combination is possible), whichever comes first. In the big bonus, the regular bonus is repeatedly offered until the number of medals paid out exceeds 270 (whether the regular bonus is controlled at the start of each game in the big bonus (before the internal lottery)) Check and control to regular bonus if not controlled to regular bonus).

  Even if the big bonus (1), big bonus (2), or regular bonus is won in the internal lottery to be described later, “red 7” and “white 7” are not necessarily 7 frames for the reels 3L and 3R and about the reel 3C. Since they are not arranged at intervals of 5 frames or less, depending on the operation procedure of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R, there is a case where these winning combinations are not won. However, the Big Bonus (1), Big Bonus (2), or Regular Bonus wins are carried over until winning.

  The normal replay is awarded when a combination of “JAC-JAC-JAC” is arranged on any winning line. The tumble replay is awarded when a combination of “Bell-JAC-JAC” is arranged on any winning line. The BAR replay is awarded when a combination of “BAR-JAC-JAC” is arranged on any winning line. However, although the BAR replay is defined as a winning combination, it is not actually won due to the winning in the internal lottery and the restrictions on the stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R. The normal replay, the fall replay, and the BAR replay may be collectively referred to simply as “replay”.

  When a replay is won, no medal is paid out, but the next game can be started again without setting the number of bets. As will be described in detail later, the normal replay can be won alone in the internal lottery, but the fall replay and the BAR replay cannot be won alone in the internal lottery. The stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R when the fall replay and / or BAR replay is won in addition to the normal replay will be described later. Since “JAC” for the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R is arranged at intervals of 5 frames or less, the player always wins when the normal replay is won in the internal lottery.

  Cherry is awarded when the symbol “Cherry” is derived on any winning line for the left reel 3L in any gaming state, and one medal is paid out per winning line. When “cherry” is stopped at the upper or lower stage of the left reel 3L, winning is always made in three lines, so that a total of three medals are paid out. Since “cherry” is arranged at an interval of 7 frames on the left reel 3L, if a cherry is won in the internal lottery, it will always win. The winning of Cherry, a small role, will not be carried over without winning a prize.

  The bell is awarded when a combination of “bell-bell-bell” is arranged on any winning line in any gaming state, and ten medals are paid out. “Bell” is arranged at intervals of 7 frames for the left and right reels 3L and 3R, and at intervals of 5 frames or less for the inner reel 3C. Therefore, if the bell is won in the internal lottery, it will always win. The prize for Bell, a small role, will not be carried over without winning.

  The 9-choice (1) wins when a combination of “red 7- ☆ -red 7” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state. The 9-choice (2) wins when a combination of “white 7- ☆ -red 7” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state. The 9-choice (3) wins when a combination of “BAR- ☆ -Red 7” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state.

  The 9 winning combination (4) is awarded when a combination of “red 7- ☆ -white 7” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state. The 9-choice (5) wins when a combination of “white 7- ☆ -white 7” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state. The 9-choice (6) wins when a combination of “BAR- ☆ -White 7” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state.

  The 9-choice (7) wins when a combination of “Red 7- ☆ -BAR” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state. The 9-choice (8) wins when a combination of “white 7- ☆ -BAR” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state. The nine winning combinations (9) are awarded when the combination of “BAR- ☆ -BAR” is aligned on any winning line in any gaming state. When winning one of the nine winning combinations (1) to (9), nine medals are paid out.

  For the inner reel 3C, “☆” is arranged within 5 frames, but for the left reel 3L and the right reel 3R, “red 7”, “white 7”, “BAR” are 7 frames each other. One by one is arranged at intervals. As will be described in detail later, if the set value and the gaming state are the same, the winning probabilities of the nine choice combinations (1) to (9) are the same.

  Accordingly, the operation procedure of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R (particularly the operation timings of the left and right reels 3L and 3R) for winning the winning one of the nine selection roles (1) to (9) is determined. Assuming that the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R can be operated as specified, the winning one of the nine choice combinations (1) to (9) can be surely won. On the other hand, even in such a case, if the operating procedure of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R for the player to win is not specified, (1/3) × 1 × (1/3) = 1/9 You can only win in percentages.

  When the game state is controlled to the preparation mode, if the winning combination is missed because the operating procedure of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R is not appropriate when the winning 9 winning combinations (1) to (9) are won , Special outcomes that cannot be derived under other conditions (out of wins in terms of winning) are derived. FIG. 5B is a diagram showing a special outcome. As shown in the figure, there are special patterns such as “★-☆ -Red 7 / White 7 / BAR”, “Red 7 / White 7 / BAR- ☆-☆”, and “★-☆-☆”. (Red 7 / White 7 / BAR means any of “Red 7”, “White 7” or “BAR”).

  For example, in any gaming state, when winning 9 winning combinations (1) consisting of “Red 7- ☆ -Red 7” symbol combinations, symbols 13 to 19 are placed in the lower stage of the left reel 3L. If the stop button 12L is operated at the timing when the position of the right reel 3R is operated, and the stop button 12R is operated at the timing when the 11th to 17th symbols are positioned in the lower stage of the right reel 3R, it is possible to win the 9 alternatives (1). (The operation timing of the stop button 12C is arbitrary, and “☆” is always stopped at the middle stage of the inner reel 3C).

  When the stop button 12L and / or the stop button 12R is operated at a timing different from this at the time of winning of the nine-choice (1), when the gaming state is controlled to the preparation mode, according to the operation timing Any kind of special event will be derived (other than the special event will not be derived). On the other hand, when the gaming state is not controlled to the preparation mode, the outcome of the loss other than the special outcome is derived.

  Even when winning 9 winning combinations (2) to (9), the winning one of the 9 winning roles (2) to (9) will be awarded according to the operation timing of the stop buttons 12L and 12R. If the game state is controlled to the preparation mode when it is not possible, any kind of special outcome is derived. When the gaming state is not controlled in the preparation mode, the outcome of the loss other than the special outcome is derived.

  Next, in the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment, the transition of the game state controlled by the CPU 111 of the game control board 101 will be described. FIG. 6 is a transition diagram of game states controlled by the CPU 111 of the game control board 101. As shown in the figure, in the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment, when the bonus (big bonus or regular bonus) ends, the gaming state is controlled to the normal gaming state (preparation mode).

  When the special outcome is derived in the preparation mode, the gaming state is controlled to the advantageous RT. When winning the fall replay in the preparation mode or advantageous RT, the gaming state is controlled to the disadvantaged RT. When a bonus (Big Bonus (1), Big Bonus (2) or Regular Bonus) is won in the preparation mode, advantageous RT or disadvantaged RT, the gaming state is controlled by the inside RT. In addition, although the fall replay may be won in the internal RT, the gaming state is not controlled from the internal RT to the disadvantaged RT. In addition, there is a case where a fall replay is won in the disadvantaged RT, but in this case, the disadvantaged RT only continues.

  When you win a bonus (Big Bonus (1), Big Bonus (2) or Regular Bonus, which is selected) in the internal RT, you get a bonus (Big Bonus or Regular Bonus depending on the type of the winning combination) The gaming state is controlled. When the bonus is terminated due to the completion of the above-mentioned termination conditions (pay more than 270 for the big bonus, 8 games won or 12 games for the regular bonus), the game is controlled to the preparation mode as a normal gaming state. Become. In addition, even when 500 games are consumed at disadvantageous RT without winning a bonus, the preparation mode is controlled.

  Note that when the game state is controlled other than the preparation mode which is the normal game state, a flag corresponding to the controlled game state is set in the RAM 112. That is, when the big bonus is controlled, the big bonus medium flag is controlled to the advantageous RT, when the regular bonus is controlled, the regular bonus medium flag is controlled to the disadvantaged RT, and the disadvantaged RT flag is controlled to the advantageous RT. The disadvantageous medium RT flag is set when the internal medium RT is controlled. In addition, the total number of medals paid out in the big bonus, the number of digest games and winning games in the regular bonus, and the number of digest games in the disadvantaged RT are counted using predetermined counters provided in the RAM 112, respectively.

  Hereinafter, the internal lottery will be described. The internal lottery is to determine whether or not the winning of each of the above combinations is permitted before the display result of the variable display device 2 is derived and displayed (actually, when the start lever 11 is operated). . In the internal lottery, a random number for internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535) is acquired from the random number generation circuit 115. Then, for each combination determined according to the gaming state, the acquired random number for internal lottery, the number of bets set by the player, and each combination determined according to the set value set by the setting switch 91 This is performed according to the number of judgment values. Winning in the internal lottery is exclusive.

  In the internal lottery, the number of judgment values registered for each game state and set value for each combination is sequentially added to the random number for internal lottery. It is judged that it was won. If the winning combination is determined, the winning flag of the combination is set in the RAM 112. The number of determination values is registered in the ROM 113 in the winning combination table by gaming state. Of the winning flags set according to the result of the internal lottery, the winning flag for the special role is carried over from the next game until winning. In addition, the winning flags of various small roles and replaying roles are erased only for the game regardless of whether or not a prize has been won.

  FIG. 7 is a diagram showing the number of determination values determined to be winning of each combination for each gaming state. FIG. 7A shows the number of determination values applied in disadvantaged RT, and FIG. 7B shows preparation. FIG. 7C shows the number of judgment values applied in the advantageous RT, FIG. 7D shows the number of judgment values applied in the internal RT, and FIG. 7E shows the number of judgment values applied in the mode. , Including the number of judgment values provided in the regular bonus (including the case where it was provided during the big bonus).

  Since the number of judgment values of cherry, bell, and 9 choice roles (1) to (9) applied in the preparation mode, advantageous RT and internal medium RT is the same as that applied in the disadvantaged RT, FIG. ) To (d), illustration is omitted. In addition, the number of determination values of the big bonus (1), big bonus (2), and regular bonus applied in the preparation mode and the advantageous RT are the same as those applied in the disadvantaged RT (the big bonus in the internal RT). (1) The big bonus (2) and the regular bonus lottery are not drawn), so the illustration is omitted in FIGS. 7 (b) and 7 (c).

  FIG. 7 shows only a predetermined set value, but a slightly different value is registered according to the difference in the set value (the set value 1 is the most among the set values 1 to 6). The number of judgment values is small, and the setting value 6 is the largest (however, there are also cases where the number of judgment values is the same regardless of the setting value). In the internal lottery, there are cases where a plurality of winning combinations are subject to lottery at the same time, such as normal replay + falling replay, normal replay + falling replay + BAR replay.

  As shown in FIG. 7A, 94, 94, and 128 are registered as the number of determination values for winning the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2), and the regular bonus, respectively, in the disadvantaged RT (preparation). Same for mode and advantageous RT). 700 and 7000 are registered as the number of determination values for winning Cherry and Bell, respectively, and 1000 are registered as the number of determination values for individual winning in the nine winning combinations (1) to (9). (Same for preparation mode, advantageous RT and internal medium RT). The number of determination values for simultaneous winning in a plurality of the nine choice roles (1) to (9) is not registered.

  With respect to replay, as shown in FIG. 7 (a), the number of determination values that are a single win for normal replay, simultaneous win for normal replay and fall replay, and simultaneous win for normal replay, fall replay and BAR replay at disadvantaged RT , 3860, 2560, and 2560 are registered, respectively. In addition, as shown in FIG. 7B, in the preparation mode, the number of determination values that are the single winning of the normal replay, the simultaneous winning of the normal replay and the falling replay, and the simultaneous winning of the normal replay, the falling replay, and the BAR replay are respectively 105, 16450, and 16450 are registered.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 7 (c), in the advantageous RT, the number of determination values which are the single winning of the normal replay, the simultaneous winning of the normal replay and the falling replay, and the simultaneous winning of the normal replay, the falling replay and the BAR replay are respectively 30000, 8880, and 8880 are registered. In addition, as shown in FIG. 7D, in the internal RT, the number of determination values that are the single winning of the normal replay, the simultaneous winning of the normal replay and the falling replay, the simultaneous winning of the normal replay, the falling replay, and the BAR replay are: 10,000, 5000, and 5000 are registered, respectively.

  The winning probability of the entire replay is (3860 + 2560 + 2560) /65536≈1/7.30 in the disadvantaged RT, whereas (105 + 16450 + 16450) /65536≈1/1.99 in the preparation mode, (30000 + 8880 + 8880) / 65536≈1 / 1.37, and in the internal RT, (10000 + 5000 + 5000) /65536≈1/3.28. Especially in the advantageous RT, the replay will be won with a very high probability, so an increase in medals is expected (when the winning of 9 alternative roles (1) to (9) is controlled by the ART that is notified, the expected increase amount) Is also big).

  In addition, the probability of simultaneous winning of normal replay and falling replay, and the simultaneous winning of normal replay, falling replay, and BAR replay are all very high in the preparation mode: 16450 / 65536≈1 / 3.98. If the reel 3L, 3C, 3R stop control (described later) in these winning situations does not know whether the normal replay and the fall replay are won simultaneously or the normal replay, the fall replay and the BAR replay are simultaneously won, the preparation mode is started. Won a fall replay with a probability of almost a quarter and would fall to a disadvantaged RT.

  The probability of simultaneous winning of normal replay and falling replay, and the simultaneous winning of normal replay, falling replay and BAR replay are both relatively high probabilities of 8880 / 65536≈ 1 / 7.38 even in the advantageous RT. Therefore, even if it is an advantageous RT, if it is not clear whether a normal replay and a fall replay are won simultaneously, or a normal replay, a fall replay and a BAR replay are won simultaneously, it will fall to a disadvantaged RT with a relatively high probability. .

  In addition, the winning probabilities of the nine selection roles (1) to (9) in the preparation mode, the disadvantageous RT, the advantageous RT and the internal RT are 1000/65536 = 1 / 65.536, respectively. If you are elected to the 9th choice (1)-(9) and try to win it (do this with disadvantaged RT, advantageous RT and internal RT), if you do not know which is won , You can only win with the same 1 / 65.536 probability as the winning probability. If it is known which of the nine selection roles (1) to (9) is won and the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R can be appropriately operated accordingly, 9 × 1000 / 65536≈1 / 7. It is possible to win with a probability of 28.

  On the other hand, in the preparation mode, it is more advantageous for the player because it is controlled to the advantageous RT that the special outcome is derived without winning even if the 9 alternatives (1) to (9) are won. Although 9 winning combinations (1) to (9) will not be notified in the preparation mode, 8 × 1000 even if you do not know which of 9 winning combinations (1) to (9) is won It is possible to derive a special outcome with a probability of /65536≈1/8.19.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 7 (e), in the regular bonus, the winning of the cherry, the winning of the bell, all the 9 winning combinations (1) to (9), the 9 winning combinations (1), (4), The number of judgment values for simultaneous winning of (7), 9 winning roles (2), (5), (8), 9 winning roles (3), (6), (9) 700, 7000, 36836, 7000, 7000, and 7000 are registered.

  Next, changing the set value will be described. When the slot machine 1 is activated with the setting key switch 92 turned ON, the setting change mode is entered. In the setting change mode, when a new setting value is set by the setting switch 91 and the setting key switch 92 is turned off after the new setting value is confirmed by operating the start lever 11, a process for executing the game is performed. Can be started.

  On the other hand, when the slot machine 1 is started with the setting key switch 92 turned OFF, it is diagnosed whether the data in the RAM 112 is corrupted. If the data in the RAM 112 is not corrupted, that is, the power of the previous slot machine 1 is turned on. If the data at the time of turning off remains normal, the data stored in the RAM 112 is left as it is, and the process for executing the game from the state when the power of the slot machine 1 was turned off last time Can be started. The process for executing the game is repeatedly performed for each game.

  Note that the RAM 112 is not initialized simply by changing the set value by the above-described method. However, when a predetermined initialization operation (for example, operation of the second reset switch 93) is performed, the storage area of the RAM 112 All the storage areas except the counter for counting the number of steps of the stepping motors constituting the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR and the stack area in use are initialized.

  In this case, the bonus (Big Bonus (1), Big Bonus (2) and Regular Bonus) is not won, regardless of the state that was controlled before the set value was changed, and the gaming state is the normal gaming state. (Preparation mode). Further, as will be described later, the RAM 122 of the effect control board 102 is also initialized by sending an initialization command, the AT right is lost, and the winning notification of the fall replay and the winning choices of the nine alternative roles (1) to (9) are also performed. I will not be broken.

  On the other hand, if the initialization operation is not performed when the setting value is changed, the data in the RAM 112 is not initialized. However, it is set in a period from when one game is started until the game is completed normally (in most cases, it occurs when an error occurs during the game, but not necessarily when an error occurs). When the value is changed, a new game is started without completing the game. Therefore, the following handling is performed for a game that has not been completed normally after the start.

  When the set value is changed during the period from the start of one game to the normal completion of the game when the game is controlled to the disadvantaged RT, the game is not counted as the number of disadvantaged RT games. . In the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment, the number of disadvantaged RT digested games is counted when one game is finished (when the display result of the variable display device 2 is derived). There is no need to perform special processing on the counter for counting the number of games. The same applies to the number of regular bonus digest games.

  In addition, if the set value is changed in the period from the start of one game to the normal completion of the game, the game has already started, so the internal lottery has been executed. When the game is controlled in the preparation mode, disadvantaged RT, or advantageous RT, a bonus may be won in the game. In this case, an internal medium RT flag is also set. Here, even if the set value is changed, a new game is started without changing the internal medium RT flag. However, when the set value is changed, the bonus winning flag is erased to cancel the bonus winning. In any game state, if the set value is changed in a period from the start of one game to the normal completion of the game, the winning of the small role or replay is naturally canceled.

  Next, stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R will be described. The reels 3L, 3C, and 3R constituting the variable display device 2 rotate on condition that the start lever 11 is operated and a predetermined time has passed since the start of rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R in the previous game. Be started. When the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R are operated by the player, the rotation of the corresponding reels 3L, 3C, and 3R is stopped.

  The rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is indicated on the winning line with the winning flag set within the range of the maximum stop delay time of 190 milliseconds from the operation of the corresponding stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R. In addition, it is controlled so that a symbol of a combination for which a winning flag is not set is not aligned on the winning line within a range of a maximum stop delay time of 190 milliseconds.

  In the big bonus or regular bonus, the replay winning flag is duplicated by winning the replay with the big bonus (1) winning flag, big bonus (2) winning flag or regular bonus winning flag carried over. When there is, the control is performed so that the replay symbols are preferentially aligned on the winning line. Regardless of the operation procedure of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R, the replay is won. In this case, the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2), or the regular bonus is not won. The priority order between the normal replay, the fall replay, and the BAR replay is the same as when the big bonus (1) winning flag, the big bonus (2) winning flag or the regular bonus winning flag is not carried over.

  Here, the reason why the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2), or the regular bonus is never won by winning in the replay is that the reels 3L, 3C, This is because the replay is not missed in the arrangement of “JAC” in 3R, and the stop control in which the replay is given priority is not a stop control that does not miss the replay. Unlike FIG. 4, if the “JAC” symbol interval is larger than 5 frames, the replay may be missed even in the stop control in which the replay is given priority.

  If the Big Bonus (1) Winning Flag, Big Bonus (2) Winning Flag, or Regular Bonus Winning Flag and Bell Winning Flag are set in duplicate, “Bell” is given priority on the winning line. Be controlled. Regardless of the operation procedure of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R, the bell is won, and in this case, the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2), or the regular bonus is not won. Note that the bell may be missed depending on the symbol arrangement, as in the case of replay.

  If the Big Bonus (1) Winning Flag, Big Bonus (2) Winning Flag or Regular Bonus Winning Flag and Cherry Winning Flag are set in duplicate, letting Cherry win, that is, the upper stage of the left reel 3L or Priority is given to stopping "Cherry" at the bottom. When “cherry” cannot be stopped on the left reel 3L and “red 7” or “white 7” can be stopped at the upper or lower level, the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) Or the stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R for winning the regular bonus can be performed.

  Nine winning combinations (1) to (9) by winning nine winning combinations (1) to (9) with the big bonus (1) winning flag, big bonus (2) winning flag or regular bonus winning flag carried over When the winning flag of () is also set redundantly, control is performed so that the symbols of the nine winning combinations (1) to (9) are preferentially aligned on the winning line. When the symbols of the winning ones of the nine winning combinations (1) to (9) cannot be aligned on any winning line by operating the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R, a big bonus (1 ), The stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R for winning the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus can be performed.

  Next, the stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R at the time of winning of the nine choice combinations (1) to (9) will be described. In the nine selection roles (1) to (9), the configuration symbol of the inner reel 3C is “bell”, and the “bell” is arranged at intervals of 5 frames or less for the inner reel 3C. When one of the winning combinations (1) to (9) is elected, the reel is so arranged that the “bell” is led to the middle stage of the middle reel 3C regardless of the operation timing and the operation order of the stop button 12C. 3C is controlled to stop.

  For the left reel 3L, the nine choices (1), (4) and (7) are “red 7”, the nine choices (2), (5) and (8) are “white 7”, The nine choice roles (3), (6), and (9) are “BAR”. The composition of the right reel 3C is 9 red (1) to (3) “red 7”, 9 red (4) to (6) “white 7”, 9 red (7) to (7) ( 9) is “BAR”. Here, the left reel 3L and the right reel 3R are both “red 7”, “white 7”, “red 7” in the 18th, “white 7” in the 11th, “BAR” in the 4th, and so on. One “BAR” is arranged at intervals of 7 frames.

For example, if the stop button 12L is operated at the timing when the 13th to 19th symbols are located in the lower stage of the left reel 3L, “red 7” is derived to the upper or lower stage of the left reel 3L. 7 ”and“ BAR ”cannot be derived. If the stop button 12L is operated at the timing when the symbols 6 to 12 are positioned in the lower stage of the left reel 3L, “white 7” is derived to the upper or lower stage of the left reel 3L. “Red 7” cannot be derived. If the stop button 12L is operated at the timing when the symbols 20 to 0 to 5 are positioned in the lower stage of the left reel 3L, “BAR” is derived to the upper or lower stage of the left reel 3L. 7 ”and“ White 7 ”cannot be derived. The same applies to the right reel 3R.

  If the operation timings of the left and right stop buttons 12L and 12R are appropriate, the nine winning combinations (1) to (9) are awarded regardless of the order in which the stop buttons 12L, 12C and 12R are operated. Can do. As described above, the operation timings of the stop buttons 12L and 12R for winning each of the nine choice roles (1) to (9) are mutually exclusive, and among the nine choice roles (1) to (9), There is no operating procedure for the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R that can win a plurality of prizes (if the winning flag is set). In addition, any operation procedure (all combinations of operation timing and operation order) of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R is an operation for winning one of the nine selection roles (1) to (9). It is a procedure.

  Next, stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R at the time of replay winning will be described. There are three replay winning patterns: normal replay winning, normal replay and falling replay winning simultaneously, normal replay, falling replay and BAR replay winning simultaneously, but only normal replay wins. In any case, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R need only be controlled to align “JAC” on the winning line.

  On the other hand, stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R becomes a problem when the normal replay and the fall replay are simultaneously won and when the normal replay, the fall replay and the BAR replay are simultaneously won. FIG. 8 is a diagram illustrating stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R in the simultaneous winning of the normal replay and the falling replay and in the simultaneous winning of the normal replay, the falling replay, and the BAR replay.

  As shown in the drawing, when the normal replay and the fall replay are simultaneously won, if the right reel 3R is stopped as the first reel by operating the stop button 12R first, the fall replay is won instead of the normal replay. . On the other hand, when the stop button 12L or 12C is operated first to stop the left reel 3L or the inner reel 3C as the first reel, a normal replay is won.

  On the other hand, when the normal replay, the fall replay, and the BAR replay are simultaneously selected, the stop button 12L or 12C is operated first to stop the left reel 3L or the inner reel 3C as the first reel. , Won the fall replay instead of the normal replay. On the other hand, when the stop button 12R is operated first to stop the right reel 3R as the first reel, a normal replay is won.

  Note that the stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R described above is based on the stop operation position and stop position of the reels that have not yet stopped according to the setting status of the winning flag (and the symbols derived for the already stopped reels). A stop control table that defines the relationship between the corresponding reel and the reels that have not been stopped is created in advance, and when each of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R is operated, the stop control table created in advance is referred to and the corresponding reel The rotation is supposed to be stopped. In the stop control table, the stop position is uniquely determined with respect to the stop operation position.

  Next, a command transmitted from the game control board 101 to the effect control board 102 will be described. The commands transmitted from the game control board 101 to the effect control board 102 include at least an initialization command, a winning status notification command, a winning information command, and a game state command. The commands transmitted from the game control board 101 to the effect control board 102 include other commands, but since they are not directly related to the present invention, a detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The initialization command is transmitted when the initialization operation is performed when the set value is changed and the RAM 112 is initialized. The winning status notification command indicates the setting status of the winning flag in the RAM 112, and is transmitted when the start lever 11 is operated and an internal lottery is performed. The winning information command indicates a type of a winning generated according to the display result of the variable display device 2, and is transmitted when the display result is derived to the variable display device 2 and a winning determination is made. The payout command is transmitted when the payout of medals is started based on the small role winning. The gaming state command indicates a gaming state applied in the next game, and is transmitted at the end of one game.

  Next, an effect process executed by the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102 in the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment will be described. The effects executed by the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102 include effects by displaying images on the liquid crystal display 4, effects by sound output from the speakers 7L, 7R and 7U, reel lamps 3LP and game effect lamps 75A to 75M. There is an effect by lighting control of lamps. Data related to the execution state of the effect is stored in the RAM 122, but when the initialization command is received, the data in the RAM 122 is also initialized, and the progress of the game is initialized and the execution of the effect is also initialized.

  In addition, although the production | presentation by lighting control of lamps, such as the reel lamp 3LP and the game effect lamps 75A-75M, is performed in various aspects according to the progress of a game, these productions are not peculiar to this invention. Therefore, detailed description is omitted. Further, even when the effect is displayed by displaying an image on the liquid crystal display 4, it is executed according to the gaming state. When the gaming state is controlled by the big bonus, an effect during the big bonus is executed, and when the gaming state is controlled by the regular bonus, the effect during the regular bonus is executed. Since these effects are not unique to the present invention, detailed description thereof is omitted.

  Winning in the internal lottery as an effect that is executed by displaying an image on the liquid crystal display 4 when the game state other than the big bonus or the regular bonus is controlled, that is, the preparation mode, disadvantageous RT, advantageous RT or internal RT There is an effect to inform the role. The combinations to be notified of winning include bonuses (Big Bonus (1), Big Bonus (2) and Regular Bonus), fall replay, and 9 selected combinations (1) to (9).

  Here, the winning notification of the nine choice roles (1) to (9) is to notify the type of the winning choice among the nine choice roles (1) to (9). The notification is to notify whether the BAR replay is simultaneously won or whether the BAR replay is won simultaneously (in any case, the normal replay is simultaneously won). Since the bonus winning notification is the same as the bonus announcement or bonus notification that has been conventionally performed, detailed description thereof will be omitted.

  The AT right to be notified of the winning of the fall replay and the winning of the nine selection roles (1) to (9) is determined by winning the AT lottery executed when the bonus (big bonus or regular bonus) is won. It is to be granted. The AT lottery is executed according to the gaming state when the bonus is won. The AT lottery is not executed if the AT right is already granted, and is executed as long as the AT lottery execution condition is satisfied even if the AT right is already granted. In other words, a plurality of AT rights can be carried over.

  In the preparation mode, if the user has at least one AT right, the winning notification of the fall replay is performed. In the advantageous RT, until 50 games are consumed for one AT right, the fall replay and the winning choices of the nine choices (1) to (9) are performed, and one AT right is consumed by the consumption of 50 games. (If an operation error causes a fall replay and is controlled to the normal gaming state, or a bonus is awarded and controlled to a bonus, one AT right is consumed even if 50 games are not consumed). Note that 50 games for which a winning notification is made for one AT right are counted by an ART counter provided in the RAM 122.

  When no AT right is granted, in preparation mode, disadvantage RT and internal RT, there is no notification of winning replay and any of the nine choice roles (1) to (9), but in advantageous RT Although the winning notification of the fall replay is not performed, the winning notifications of the nine selection roles (1) to (9) are performed. In the disadvantaged RT and the internal RT, even if one or more AT rights are possessed, the fall replay and the winning notifications of the nine alternative roles (1) to (9) are not performed. However, the AT right is not consumed by the digestion of 50 games.

  FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an AT lottery table for executing an AT lottery for granting such an AT right. The table (a) is used for conditions for executing the AT lottery and the AT lottery. Each table in (b) registers a winning probability for each number of AT rights to be granted. As shown in FIG. 9 (a), in this example, in the game where the bonus is won, AT is controlled depending on whether it is controlled to disadvantageous RT, preparation mode or advantageous RT, and whether it is controlled by AT. The lottery is executed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 9B, 0, 1, 3, 5, 10, or 20 AT rights are granted in one AT lottery. For example, when a bonus is won at disadvantageous RT, No. By referring to the table of 1, 0 with 50% probability, 1 with 30% probability, 3 with 10% probability, 5 with 7% probability, 2% probability 10 AT rights with a probability of 1% are granted. When a bonus is won in the preparation mode with AT rights, no. By referring to the table of 2, 0 with a probability of 0%, 1 with a probability of 40%, 3 with a probability of 25%, 5 with a probability of 20%, 10% with a probability of 10% Thus, 10 AT rights are granted with a probability of 5%.

  When a bonus is won in an advantageous RT with AT rights, no. By referring to the table of 3, there is 0 at 0% probability, 1 at 60% probability, 3 at 25% probability, 5 at 10% probability, 3% probability Thus, 10 AT rights are granted with a probability of 2%. When a bonus is won in the preparation mode without AT right or advantageous RT without AT right, No. By referring to the table of 4, 0 at 0% probability, 0 at 30% probability, 1 at 35% probability, 3 at 35% probability, 5 at 20% probability, 10% probability Thus, 10 AT rights are granted with a probability of 5%.

  In addition, as an effect by outputting sound from the speakers 7L, 7R, 7U, there is an effect of continuously playing and outputting music according to the game state, and the game state is controlled to a bonus (big bonus or regular bonus). And when it is controlled to the advantageous RT (and the internal medium RT controlled from the advantageous RT), the bonus medium music, which is different from the normal music reproduced and output when controlled to another game state, Music during RT is reproduced and output from the speakers 7L, 7R, and 7U.

  There are three types of mid-bonus music: mid-bonus music A, mid-bonus music B, and pre-bonus bonus music. Even if the melody lines are different, the melody lines are the same and only the arrangement is different. It may be a thing. On the other hand, there are three types of advantageous RT medium music: advantageous RT medium music A, advantageous RT medium music B, and premier advantageous RT medium music, even if the melody lines are different, the melody line is the same. Only arrangements may be different.

  Which bonus medium music is reproduced and output during the bonus, and which advantageous RT music is reproduced and output during the advantageous RT is the first time during the game that is not controlled by the disadvantaged RT. The net increase in the number of medals since it was controlled to RT (the number obtained by subtracting the number of medals consumed for setting the number of bets from the number of medals paid out by the small role winning (control in preparation mode, internal RT) While it is being calculated, it is determined by the calculation object: hereinafter referred to as the net increase total number)) and the number of times controlled by the advantageous RT (hereinafter referred to as the advantageous RT extended number).

  When the total increase in bonus at the start of the bonus is 1000 or less, the music A in bonus is reproduced and output until the bonus ends, and when the total increase in the advantageous RT is 1000 or less, the advantageous RT is The advantageous music A during RT is reproduced and output until the end. When the total number of net increases at the start of the bonus exceeds 1000 and the number of advantageous RT consecutive games is less than 5, the bonus song B is reproduced and output until the bonus ends, and the total number of net increases at the start of advantageous RT Is more than 1000 and the number of advantageous RT consecutive games is less than five, the advantageous B song B is reproduced and output until the advantageous RT is completed.

  Further, when the total number of bonus increases at the start of the bonus exceeds 1000 and the number of advantageous RT consecutive games is 5 or more, the music in the premier bonus is reproduced and output until the bonus ends, and at the start of the advantageous RT. When the net total increase exceeds 1000 and the number of advantageous RT consecutive games is 5 or more, the music during the premier advantageous RT is reproduced and output until the advantageous RT is completed. Even if the number of advantageous RT consecutive games is five or more, if the total increase does not exceed 1000, the bonus medium A and the advantageous RT medium A are reproduced and output.

  Hereinafter, processing performed by the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102 in order to perform the effects as described above will be described. Here, the AT lottery for granting the AT right, the winning notification of the fall replay when the AT right is held, and the winning notification of the nine alternative roles (1) to (9) will be described, and other effects As for the processing for the above, description using a flowchart is omitted.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing processing executed by the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102. On the side of the effect control board 102, it is determined whether or not a command sent from the game control board 101 has been received (step S101). When any command is received from the game control board 101, it is determined what kind of the received command is (step S102).

  If the received command type is a winning status notification command transmitted according to the result of the internal lottery performed when the start lever 11 is operated, the received winning status notification command is a big bonus (1), big bonus ( 2) It is determined whether or not the regular bonus has been won (step S103). If the winning of any of these bonuses is indicated, the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command received at the end of the previous game (that is, the gaming state applied in the current game) is internal RT as will be described later. It is determined whether or not there is (step S104).

  If the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command received at the end of the previous game is not the internal RT, it means that the bonus has been won in this game. AT lottery is performed with reference to the table of FIG. 9B according to whether there are one or more rights (step S105). The number of AT rights to be granted as a result of this AT lottery is added (step S106). Then, the process returns to step S101. If the game state is internal RT, it means that a bonus was won in the previous game, and the process returns to step S101.

  If the bonus has not been won in step S103, it is further determined whether or not the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command received at the end of the previous game (that is, the gaming state applied in the current game) is in the preparation mode. Determination is made (step S107). In the preparation mode, it is determined whether or not the variable indicating the number of AT rights stored in the RAM 122 is 1 or more (step S108). If the variable indicating the number of AT rights is 0, the winning replay notification is not performed, and the process directly returns to step S101.

  If the variable indicating the number of AT rights is 1 or more, it is determined whether or not the received winning status notification command indicates winning of the fall replay (step S109). If the winning of the fall replay is indicated, information indicating whether or not the BAR replay is simultaneously won is also displayed on the liquid crystal display 4 to notify the player (step S110). Then, the process returns to step S101. If the winning of the fall replay is not indicated, the process directly returns to step S101.

  If it is determined in step S107 that the gaming state is not the preparation mode, is the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command received at the end of the previous game (that is, the gaming state applied in the current game) advantageous RT? It is determined whether or not (step S111). If it is not advantageous RT, the process returns to step S101.

  If it is advantageous RT, it is determined whether or not the value of the ART counter in the RAM 122 is 0 (step S112). If the value of the ART counter is not 0, it means that the 50 games for notifying the winning of the fall replay for one AT right have not been consumed yet, and the process directly proceeds to step S116. If the value of the ART counter is 0, it is determined whether or not the variable indicating the number of AT rights stored in the RAM 122 is 1 or more (step S113). If the variable indicating the number of AT rights is 0, the winning notification of the fall replay cannot be performed, but the winning notification of the nine choice roles (1) to (9) can be performed. The process proceeds to S119.

  If the variable indicating the number of AT rights is 1 or more, the value is 0 and 50 is set as an initial value in the ART counter (step S114). Further, 1 is subtracted from the variable indicating the number of AT rights stored in the RAM 122 and the variable indicating the number of AT notifications (step S115). Then, the process proceeds to step S116. In step S116, the value of the ART counter is decremented by 1.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the received winning status notification command indicates the winning of the fall replay (step S117). If the winning of the fall replay is not indicated, the process proceeds to step S119. If the winning of the fall replay is indicated, information indicating whether or not the BAR replay is simultaneously won is also displayed on the liquid crystal display 4 to notify the player (step S118). Then, the process returns to step S101.

  In step S119, it is determined whether or not the received winning status notification command indicates winning of any of the nine choice roles (1) to (9). If one of the nine winning combinations (1) to (9) is shown, information indicating the type of the winning combination is displayed on the liquid crystal display 4 to notify the player (step S120). ). In this case, it is a good idea to operate the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R to receive a medal payout so that the winning combination of the nine choice combinations (1) to (9) is won. Then, the process returns to step S101. If none of the nine winning combinations (1) to (9) is shown, the process directly returns to step S101.

  When the received command type is a gaming state command transmitted at the end of one game, the gaming state indicated by the received gaming state command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. The gaming state command received here indicates a gaming state applied in the next game (step S121).

  Next, it is determined whether or not the gaming state indicated by the received gaming state command (that is, the gaming state applied in the next game) is advantageous RT (step S122). If it is not advantageous RT, the value of the ART counter in the RAM 122 is cleared to 0 (step S123), and the process returns to step S101. If it is advantageous RT, the process directly returns to step S101.

  As described above, in the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment, when the big bonus (1) or the big bonus (2) is won in the internal lottery and these display results are derived to the variable display device 2, When the gaming state is controlled to the big bonus, the regular bonus is won in the internal lottery, and when this display result is derived to the variable display device 2, the gaming state is controlled to the regular bonus. In addition to the preparatory mode in the normal gaming state, the gaming state other than the special gaming state includes an advantageous RT and a disadvantageous RT. Both the advantageous RT and the disadvantageous RT are the big bonus (1) and the big bonus (2 ) Or regular bonus winning and will be controlled by RT inside.

  When a special outcome is derived in the preparation mode, it is controlled to advantageous RT, and when winning a fall replay, it is controlled to disadvantageous RT of up to 500 games, but even when winning a fall replay in advantageous RT, it is maximum from advantageous RT Controlled to 500 games disadvantageous RT. On the other hand, even if the winning replay is won in the disadvantaged RT, the disadvantaged RT that has been controlled so far is continued, not the disadvantaged RT from the beginning. Here, even if only the difference in the replay winning probability is considered, it is considered that it is a player's concern whether it is controlled by the advantageous RT or the disadvantaged RT.

  In addition, the preparation mode, advantageous RT and unfavorable RT are terminated by winning the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus, and controlled to the internal medium RT. The AT right is granted according to the result. In the AT lottery, 0, 1, 3, 5, 10, or 20 AT rights are granted depending on the result, but the determination rate for each number depends on the preparation mode, advantageous RT, or disadvantaged RT. (It differs depending on whether or not one or more AT rights are possessed in the preparation mode and the advantageous RT).

  In any case, the period during which the preparation mode is controlled is considered to be short, but in comparison between advantageous RT and disadvantageous RT, which are considered to have a relatively long stay period, advantageous RT is given more than disadvantageous RT. The expected value of the number of AT rights is increasing. Further, in the disadvantaged RT, there is a half of the ratio that the AT right is not granted, whereas in the advantageous RT, at least one AT right is always granted.

  Although there is no change in that it is controlled to the internal RT when winning the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus in this way, the AT right granted in the AT lottery performed at this time The expected value of the number is greatly different depending on which gaming state is controlled (especially, it is controlled to disadvantageous RT, or it is controlled to the preparation mode or advantageous RT). This increases the player's attention to which gaming state will be controlled by the time they win the Big Bonus (1), Big Bonus (2), or Regular Bonus, improving the fun of the game Can be made.

  In addition, disadvantageous RT is controlled not only when winning a fall replay in the preparation mode, but also when winning a fall replay in the advantageous RT. Even after being controlled once, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the presence or absence of winning in the fall replay (here, in particular, avoiding the fall replay win), and to further improve the interest of the game. Even in the preparation mode, it is possible to make the player pay attention to whether or not there is a prize for the fall replay (in particular, avoidance of the fall replay prize).

  Furthermore, if the big bonus (1), big bonus (2), or regular bonus is won while being controlled to the advantageous RT (or while being controlled to the preparation mode), the advantageous that is awarded by the AT lottery The expected number of RTs increases, but after the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus is won, the number of advantageous RTs awarded in the AT lottery The expected value of becomes smaller. Thereby, it is possible to make the player pay more attention to whether or not there is a prize for the fall replay (in particular, avoidance of the fall replay prize here), and to further improve the interest of the game.

  In addition, in the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment, in addition to the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2), and the regular bonus, the fall replay and the nine choice roles (1 ) To (9). Here, the winning notification of the fall replay is performed when the AT right is granted when the preparation mode and the advantageous RT are controlled.

  Since the player is notified of the winning of the fall replay, the player can perform a game operation that can reliably avoid the control to the disadvantaged RT, so that the profit generated by the player depending on the presence or absence of the AT right can be sharpened. It will be a thing. In addition, as the number of AT rights granted increases, the period during which the winning of the fall replay is informed becomes longer, so the profits generated by the player according to the number of AT rights accumulated and accumulated will be sharpened. It can be attached.

  On the other hand, the winning notifications of the nine choice combinations (1) to (9) are performed even if the AT right is not granted when the advantageous RT is controlled. For this reason, when winning 9 winning combinations (1) to (9), the player can secure profits from winning 9 winning roles (1) to (9) regardless of the presence or absence of AT rights. . Further, the advantage of the advantageous RT as a gaming state can be increased regardless of the presence or absence of the AT right.

  In the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment, even when a new set value is set when the power is turned on, a predetermined initialization operation (for example, operation of the second reset switch 93) is performed at that time. If not, the gaming state when the power is turned off immediately before is maintained. For example, disadvantageous RT can be ended by digesting 500 games, but the number of digested games being counted does not change even if a new set value is set unless a predetermined initialization operation is performed. .

  However, although the setting of the new setting value is normally performed between games, for example, when an error occurs in the middle of the game, after the game is started, the game is A new set value may be set before completion. When a new set value is set before completion of the game in disadvantaged RT, the game that has not been completed normally is not counted as the number of disadvantaged RT digested games. For this reason, the amusement store cannot intentionally terminate the disadvantaged RT by using the setting value setting.

  If the game is controlled to RT in the inside, it means that the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus was won in the previous game, and the winning is carried over. When a new set value is set when the power is turned on, the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus winning flag is erased. Therefore, winning of the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus based on a setting value different from the current setting value is not effective, so that the fairness of the game can be ensured.

  On the other hand, even if the big bonus (1), big bonus (2), or regular bonus is canceled by setting a new set value, the internal RT control will be maintained, and before and after setting the set value. No change in replay winning probability. As a result, new setting values are often set between the opening of the game store and the opening of the game store the day before, but even if the player plays a game immediately after the opening of the game store, a new setting value is set here. It becomes difficult for the player to detect that the set value is set.

  Also, after winning the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus in the internal lottery performed at the start of one game, a new set value is set before the game is normally completed. Sometimes. In this case, the fairness of the game is secured by canceling the winning of the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus, but since the control of the internal RT is maintained, Can be prevented from being intentionally invalidated.

  By the way, the big bonus, the regular bonus and the advantageous RT among the gaming states described above have a medal payout rate exceeding 1, so that a medal usually paid out by a small role winning is controlled while being controlled in these gaming states. Is more than the number of medals used to set the number of bets, and the number of medals held by the player will increase. While being controlled to such a big bonus or regular bonus, or advantageous RT, the bonus medium music and advantageous RT medium music are reproduced and output from the speakers 7L, 7R, and 7U, respectively, so that the player's hand medal can be obtained. We can enliven the process of increasing.

  In addition, since the preparation mode is considered to be completed in a short period of time, even if the number of medals held by the player decreases while being controlled in this gaming state, the decrease is limited to a very small number. In the internal RT, even if the reduction of medals becomes noticeable because the winning of the 9 selection roles (1) to (9) is not notified, it is only necessary to win a bonus in that case. Therefore, while the gaming state is controlled only between the big bonus, the regular bonus or the advantageous RT, or the preparation mode and the internal / intermediate RT without being controlled by the disadvantaged RT, the medals held by the player greatly increase. It means that there is a tendency.

  Thus, while the gaming state is controlled only during the big bonus, regular bonus or advantageous RT, or the preparation mode, the internal medium RT without being controlled by the disadvantageous RT, it is first controlled to the advantageous RT. In some cases, the number of net increase medals (total increase in total) from the time of exceeding 1,000 may exceed 1000.

  In the case of a big bonus or regular bonus when the net increase total is 1000 or less at the start, or advantageous RT, the bonus medium A and the advantageous RT A are reproduced and output, respectively, but the net total increase is 1000 at the start. The bonus medium music B and the advantageous RT medium music B are reproduced and output in the big bonus, the regular bonus, or the advantageous RT, respectively. In this way, by changing the music to be reproduced and output depending on whether or not the net increase total exceeds 1000, it is possible to sufficiently link the increase in the number of medals held by the player and the change in the music to be reproduced. It will be a thing.

  Furthermore, the number of times controlled to advantageous RT (advantageous RT series) while the gaming state is controlled only between the big bonus, regular bonus or advantageous RT, or the preparation mode, internal RT without being controlled by disadvantageous RT. If the number of villas exceeds 5 and the net increase exceeds 1000, the music played and output in the big bonus, regular bonus, or advantageous RT will be changed to the music in the premier bonus and the music in the premier advantageous RT, respectively. Is done. In this way, if the number of advantageous RT consecutive resorts exceeds five times, the music with the premier bonus RT and the music with the premier advantageous RT are reproduced and output, so that the player who has increased the number of advantageous RT consecutive resorts is very satisfied. be able to.

  Further, the RAM 112 of the game control board 101 is initialized by changing the set value, but the value of the counter for counting the number of steps of the stepping motors that respectively constitute the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR is not initialized. . For this reason, even after the set value is changed, the number of steps of the stepping motor (the number of steps counted by the counter of the RAM 112) constituting each of the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR grasped by the CPU 111 is different from the actual number of steps. It is possible to prevent the player from perceiving that the set values have been changed because the excitation phases of the pulse signals are different and the reels 3L, 3C, 3R cannot start to rotate smoothly. .

  In addition, the full tank sensor 90 checks whether or not the overflow tank is full once per game. If full tank is detected, the full tank error is controlled. However, this check is not performed when a replay prize has been won in the previous game (that is, when the replay game flag is set in the RAM 112). If the player has won a replay in the previous game, the number of bets is set without the player inserting a medal, so the control unit 110 of the game control board 101 can be omitted by omitting a check for a full tank error that is unlikely to occur. The load applied to can be reduced.

  Further, the external output board 105 outputs a medal IN signal collectively when the start lever 11 is operated. When the medal IN signal is output every time a medal set as the bet number is inserted, if the bet number already set is canceled by operating the settlement button 16, the output medal IN signal needs to be canceled. End up. The medal IN signal is output when the bet number is set from the credit by operating the single BET button 14 or the MAX BET button 15 and when the actual bet is set from the medal slot 13 To do this, a separate program is required. By outputting the medal IN signal collectively when the start lever 11 is operated as in the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment, such inconvenience can be prevented.

  On the other hand, the external output board 105 outputs a medal OUT signal every time one medal is paid out from the hopper 80. If the medals OUT signal is output as many as the number of medals to be paid out when the medals are paid out based on the small role winning, the hopper 80 may actually receive an out of medal error. An error occurs between the paid-out medals. In addition, if the medal OUT signals are output in batches for the number of medals paid out at the end of the medal payout, the medal OUT signal output may be continued after the next game is started. Sex occurs. By outputting a medal OUT signal every time one medal is paid out from the hopper 80 as in the slot machine 1 according to this embodiment, such inconvenience can be prevented.

  In addition, various commands are transmitted from the game control board 101 to the effect control board 102 according to the progress of the game, but more than the command transmission buffer provided in the RAM 112 of the game control board 101. The command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122 of the effect control board 102 has a larger capacity. For this reason, even if a large number of commands are sent from the game control board 101 at a time, it is possible to store enough unprocessed commands on the side of the effect control board 102, so that the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102 performs processing. It is possible to prevent a command that cannot be generated from occurring and hinder the execution of the performance.

  The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. Hereinafter, modifications of the above-described embodiment applicable to the present invention will be described.

  In the above embodiment, the gaming state is controlled to the advantageous RT when the special outcome is derived in the preparation mode, and the gaming state is assigned to the disadvantaged RT when winning the fall replay in the preparation mode or the advantageous RT. I was supposed to control. The symbol for controlling the gaming state from the preparation mode to the advantageous RT is not a special outcome derived from the oversight of the 9 choice roles (1) to (9), but the 9 choice roles (1) to (9) itself Also good. It may be a symbol of a winning combination that will be won according to the simultaneous winning situation such as a fall replay and the operation order of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R.

  In addition, the design for controlling the gaming state from the preparation mode or the advantageous RT to the disadvantaged RT is that the operation timing of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R as in the nine alternatives (1) to (9) is appropriate. It is good also as a symbol (like the above-mentioned special appearance) derived | led-out by the symbol of the role which will win a prize, or missing it.

  In addition, the symbol for controlling the gaming state by the advantageous RT (advantageous RT symbol) and the symbol for controlling the gaming state by the disadvantaged RT (unfavorable RT symbol) are the winning flags of the same combination or the combination of winning combination simultaneously. It may be derived based on the winning flag. For example, it is also possible to apply the nine winning combinations (1) to (9) as the advantageous RT symbols and apply the special appearance derived by the oversight as the disadvantaged RT symbol. In addition, if the role that the tumble replay wins simultaneously other than the BAR replay is not the normal replay but the special replay “JAC- ☆ -JAC”, the special replay is applied as the advantageous RT symbol, and the falling replay is regarded as the disadvantaged RT symbol. Can be applied.

  In the above embodiment, when the AT right is granted, if one of the nine alternative roles (1) to (9) is won, the winning combination is controlled if it is controlled to the advantageous RT or internal RT. Information was supposed to be provided. On the other hand, even when the preparation mode is controlled, it is also possible to perform the 9-choice (1) to (9) winning notification. However, in the same way, even in the game where one of the nine alternative roles (1) to (9) is won, the operation of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, and 12R (that is, whether to win a prize) is controlled to the preparation mode. The opposite is true depending on whether it is controlled or advantageous RT or controlled inside RT. Therefore, the winning of 9 alternatives (1) to (9) when controlled to the preparation mode and the winning of 9 alternatives (1) to (9) when controlled to the advantageous RT or internal RT Then, it is good also as what changes the information to alert | report.

  In addition, the symbol for controlling the gaming state from the preparation mode to the advantageous RT is not the outcome derived by missing the winning combination (here, the 9 winning combinations (1) to (9)), but the predetermined winning combination It may be a symbol (for example, a single bonus that ends with only one game). In this case, when a predetermined winning combination is won in the preparation mode, the winning can be notified.

  In the above-described embodiment, the winning replay notification of the fall replay and the winning notifications of the nine choice roles (1) to (9) are performed until 50 games are consumed for one AT right in the advantageous RT and the internal RT. However, the number of games for which winning notification is performed using one AT right is not limited to this. The number of games for which winning notification is performed by using one AT right can be determined according to the expected value of the number to which the AT right is granted.

  In addition, instead of counting the number of games for which a winning notification is made for one AT right by the number of digested games, a falling replay and / or winning notifications of nine selection roles (1) to (9) are actually performed. It is also possible to count by the number of broken games (one game or a plurality of games). With respect to the winning notifications of the nine winning combinations (1) to (9), it is possible to count the number of games actually won in the nine winning combinations (1) to (9) based on this notification.

  In the above embodiment, the probability of simultaneous winning of normal replay and falling replay, and the simultaneous winning of normal replay, falling replay and BAR replay is higher in the preparation mode than in advantageous RT. Even if there is no winning replay notification in the preparation mode, the player may be able to avoid the winning by himself. However, in the preparation mode, the normal replay and the falling replay are simultaneously selected, and the normal replay, the falling replay and the BAR replay are performed. By increasing the probability of simultaneous winning, there were many cases where a roll-out replay was won and the disadvantaged RT was controlled before a special outcome was derived.

  On the other hand, the number of determination values for replay winning in the preparation mode and advantageous RT (the number of determination values for single winning for normal replay, simultaneous winning for normal replay and falling replay, and simultaneous winning for normal replay, falling replay and BAR replay) ) Can be defined as shown in FIGS. 11 (a) and 11 (b), respectively. That is, in the case of FIGS. 11A and 11B, the probability of simultaneous winning of normal replay and falling replay, and the simultaneous winning of normal replay, falling replay, and BAR replay is higher in RT than advantageous in the preparation mode. Become.

  When the number of determination values shown in FIG. 11 is applied, even if there is no winning replay notification in the preparation mode, there are many cases in which the special RT is derived and the gaming state is controlled by the advantageous RT before winning the falling replay. . However, even if it is controlled to advantageous RT, if the winning replay notification is not received, the falling replay will be won relatively early, and the advantageous RT may be ended with a small number of games and controlled to the disadvantaged RT. become able to. As a result, it is possible to make a large difference in the player's profit depending on the presence or absence of the AT right.

  In the above embodiment, the AT right given to the player by winning the AT lottery is used for the fall replay in the advantageous RT and the internal medium RT and for the winning notification of the nine choice roles (1) to (9). As long as it is not consumed, it will be carried over forever. However, the AT can be carried over until the next bonus is won. In this case, when the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus is won, the variable indicating the number of AT rights so far is cleared to 0 and a new AT lottery shall be performed. Can do.

  In the above embodiment, 0 (not granting AT rights), 1, 3, 5, 10, or 20 AT rights are granted in AT lottery executed when a bonus is won. Had decided. Here, when it is determined in AT lottery that one, three, five, ten or twenty AT rights will be granted, the player may be notified of an increase in the number of AT rights. it can.

  However, even when one, three, five, ten, or twenty AT rights are granted, an increase in the number of AT rights is not notified at a predetermined rate, or at a predetermined rate. The player may be notified that the number of AT rights has increased by a number smaller than the actual number of AT rights. However, no. When the AT lottery is performed with reference to the tables 2 to 4, since no AT right is granted, the notification itself is always performed, but only an increase of a smaller number than the actual number can be notified. You may be able to do it.

  For example, when one AT right is granted, the increase in AT right is not notified or one increase can be notified. When three AT rights are granted, an increase in AT rights can be notified, or one or three increases can be notified. When five AT rights are granted, it is possible to notify the increase of the AT right, or to notify the increase of one, three, or five. When 10 AT rights are granted, the increase of AT rights can be notified, or the increase of 1, 3, 5, or 10 can be notified. When 20 AT rights are granted, an increase in AT rights is not notified, or an increase of 1, 3, 5, 10, or 20 can be notified.

  Here, for example, when considering the comparison when the number of newly granted AT rights is the same, there is a large difference between the number of AT rights broadcasted immediately before and the number of AT rights actually granted. An increase in the number of new AT rights can be correctly reported with a higher probability at times. In this case, since the increase in the number of new AT rights is correctly reported with a higher probability as the number less than the actual number of AT rights is reported, there is a large difference between the actual specific right grant status and the notification. It becomes difficult to occur, and the reliability of notification is not impaired.

  Alternatively, when considering the comparison when the number of newly granted AT rights is the same, the number of new AT rights increases with a higher probability as the number of AT rights actually granted up to the last minute is smaller. Can be reported correctly. In this case, as the number of AT rights already granted is smaller, the increase in the AT right is correctly reported (not underreported), so that the player feels grateful even if the same number of AT rights is reported. As a result, the player's attention can be increased.

  Furthermore, when considering the comparison when the number of newly granted AT rights is the same, the increase in the number of new AT rights is increased with a higher probability as the number of AT rights broadcasted immediately before is smaller. It can be notified correctly. In this case, the smaller the number of notified AT rights (the number of AT rights recognized by the player), the more correctly the increase in AT rights is reported (not underreported), so the same number It is possible to increase the player's attention level by increasing the level of appreciation that the player feels even when the AT right is notified.

  No. When the AT lottery is performed with reference to the tables 2 to 4, even if only the increase in the number smaller than the actual number is notified, if the notification itself is necessarily performed, a notification different from the fact (here, In other words, the player does not confirm that the notification is being performed.

  In the above embodiment, when the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus is won, the internal lottery RT is controlled and the AT lottery is performed. The expected value of the number of rights is assumed to be greater when winning in advantageous RT than when winning big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus in disadvantaged RT.

  On the other hand, when the big bonus (1), big bonus (2), or regular bonus is won in the disadvantaged RT, the number of AT rights granted by the AT lottery is greater than when winning in the advantageous RT. The expected value may be increased. In this case, the player's profits are certainly reduced in the short term by being controlled by the disadvantaged RT, but more when winning the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus. Since the AT right can be expected, it is not always necessary to discourage the player even if winning the fall replay in the advantageous RT.

  In the above embodiment, when the special outcome is derived in the preparation mode controlled after the bonus is ended, the RT is controlled to be advantageous RT. When winning a fall replay in the preparation mode or advantageous RT, it is controlled to disadvantageous RT, and when a bonus is won in the preparation mode, advantageous RT or disadvantageous RT, it is controlled to RT inside. The gaming state is controlled to the bonus by the bonus winning, and the preparation mode is controlled after the bonus is completed. However, the present invention is not applicable only to the slot machine in which the gaming state is changed in this way.

  FIG. 12 is a transition diagram of the gaming state in the slot machine according to the modification. Even in the slot machine in this modified example, after the bonus (big bonus or regular bonus) ends, the gaming state is controlled to the normal gaming state (preparation mode). In addition, when winning a fall replay in the preparation mode, it is controlled to disadvantageous RT, and when a bonus is won in any of the preparation mode, disadvantageous RT and advantageous RT, it is controlled to internal RT. The same. It is the same as in the above embodiment that the preparation mode, disadvantageous RT, or advantageous RT is not directly controlled from the inside RT.

  However, the gaming state is controlled to the disadvantaged RT only when winning the fall replay in the preparation mode, and even if the winning RT is won in the advantageous RT, the advantageous RT continues as it is. The advantageous RT is controlled by winning one of the nine choices (1) to (9). However, the advantageous RT is controlled not only from the preparation mode but also from the disadvantaged RT. . Even if 9 winning combinations (1) to (9) are won in the advantageous RT, the advantageous RT until then only continues. Also, the disadvantageous RT does not end depending on the number of digested games, but when 500 games are digested in the advantageous RT, it returns to the preparation mode.

  In the case where the gaming state is controlled as shown in FIG. 12, it is a game for winning nine winning combinations (1) to (9) in disadvantageous RT (that is, controlled to advantageous RT). Can give the player a sense of expectation and can improve the interest of the game.

  When the gaming state is to be controlled as shown in FIG. 12, the AT will be awarded in the AT lottery performed when the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus is won. The expected number of rights may be greater when winning in the advantageous RT than when winning the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus in the disadvantaged RT. Alternatively, when the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2), or the regular bonus is won in the disadvantaged RT, it may be more than that in the advantageous RT.

  In the case of the former, not only will the player's profit be gained in the short term by winning the 9 choice roles (1) to (9), but also the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus Since many AT rights can be expected even when winning, the player's expectation for winning 9 alternatives (1) to (9) in the disadvantaged RT can be further increased. Interest can be improved. In the latter case, when winning the Big Bonus (1), Big Bonus (2) or Regular Bonus by winning 9 alternatives (1) to (9) in the disadvantaged RT and controlling to the advantageous RT Although the number of advantageous RT rights that are expected to be granted is reduced, the advantage that the player can obtain in the short term by controlling the advantageous RT increases, so that it is not always necessary to discourage the player. .

  In the above embodiment, if a new set value is set before the game is normally completed after one game is started at the disadvantaged RT, the game that has not been normally completed is regarded as disadvantageous. Although it is not counted as the number of RT digested games, such a game may also be counted as a disadvantaged RT digested game number. In this case, since the start of the game by the player's will is not linked to the end of the disadvantage RT, the fairness of the game can be ensured.

  Also, after winning the Big Bonus (1), Big Bonus (2) or Regular Bonus in the internal lottery conducted at the start of one game, a new set value was set before the game was completed successfully In the case, the winning of the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus was canceled, but the control of the internal RT was maintained. Of course, not only the winning of the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus may be canceled, but the control to the internal RT may not be performed. In this case, since the internal RT is not controlled based on a setting value different from the current setting value, the fairness of the game can be ensured.

  In the above embodiment, the winning flag of the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus, the normal replay, the falling replay, the BAR replay, the cherry, the bell, and the nine selection roles (1) to (9). When the winning flag is set to overlap, the normal bonus replay, falling replay, BAR replay, cherry, bell, 9-choice (1) ~ than the big bonus (1), big bonus (2) or regular bonus The reels 3L, 3C, and 3R are controlled so as to give priority to the winning in (9).

  On the other hand, priority is given to the normal replay, fall replay, and BAR replay wins over the big bonus (1), big bonus (2), or regular bonus, but the big bonus (1), big bonus (2), or regular bonus The stop control of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R can be performed in preference to the winning combination of cherry, bell, and nine alternative roles (1) to (9).

  In the above embodiment, the bonus game state controlled by winning the special role is controlled by the big bonus controlled by winning the big bonus (1) or the big bonus (2) and the regular bonus winning. There are regular bonuses, but instead of these, or in addition to these, a challenge bonus is provided as a special role, and the game state of the challenge bonus can be controlled by winning. Even after the end of the challenge bonus, the gaming state can be controlled in the preparation mode.

  When the gaming state is the challenge bonus, the maximum stop delay time for the right reel 3R is shortened from the normal 190 milliseconds to 75 milliseconds, and only one frame can be drawn, but depending on the result of the internal lottery It is possible to win prizes such as bells and cherries (that is, the winning flags of these prizes are set regardless of the internal lottery). That is, regardless of the result of the internal lottery, a small role can be won according to the operation procedure of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R. The gaming state of the challenge bonus can be ended when, for example, the number of medals paid out to the player exceeds 259.

  In the above embodiment, when the game state is controlled to the big bonus or the regular bonus, the bonus medium music is reproduced and output from the speakers 7L, 7R and 7U, and when the game state is controlled to the advantageous RT, the advantageous music during the advantageous RT is reproduced. When the player is in a game state other than that, the normal music is reproduced and output. Here, when the total number of added nets exceeds 1000 and the number of advantageous RT consecutive games is 5 times or more, the bonus medium music to be reproduced and output during the bonus is changed to the premier bonus medium music. The advantageous RT medium music to be reproduced and output was changed to the premier advantageous RT music, but in other game states, the net increase total exceeded 1000 and the number of advantageous RT consecutive resorts was 5 times or more. Even so, the music that was played back was the same as the normal music.

  However, if the total increase exceeds 1000 (or the number of advantageous RT consecutive games is 5 or more), even if the game state is other than the big bonus, regular bonus, and advantageous RT, the normal music It is good also as what reproduces and outputs the music different from. While in the preparation mode or internal RT, the total number of net increase once exceeding 1000 may be reduced to 1000 or less, but it is not a gaming state that can be continued for a long period of time, so these There is no particular problem even if the total number of net increases may be less than 1000 while in the gaming state.

  In the above embodiment, when the net total increase of medals while the game continues without being controlled by disadvantageous RT exceeds 1000, the number of advantageous RT consecutive resorts becomes 5 or more. If so, the premier bonus medium music is reproduced and output as the bonus medium music, and the premier advantageous RT medium music is reproduced and output as the advantageous RT medium music. On the other hand, in addition to or instead of the number of advantageous RT consecutive bonuses, while the game continues without being controlled by the disadvantaged RT, it is assumed that a bonus (including only a big bonus or a regular bonus is included) Depending on the number of times controlled, the type of the bonus medium music reproduced and output during the bonus and / or the advantageous RT medium music reproduced and output during the advantageous RT may be changed.

  For example, if the total increase in medals exceeds 1000 while the game continues without being controlled by disadvantaged RT, and the number of advantageous RT consecutive games is 5 times or more, the gaming status is further reduced to disadvantaged RT If the number of times controlled by the big bonus is 3 times or more while the game continues without being controlled, the bonus bonus song is played and output as the bonus song, but if it is less than 3, The bonus medium B may be reproduced and output. If the number of times controlled by the big bonus is 3 times or more, the music A in the premier bonus is reproduced and output, but if it is less than 3, the music B in the premier bonus may be reproduced and output.

  In the above-described embodiment, the net increase in the number of medals while the game continues without being controlled by the disadvantageous RT starts counting when the medals are first controlled to the advantageous RT. However, for example, in the preparation mode or disadvantaged RT, the big bonus (1), the big bonus (2) or the regular bonus is won, and based on this, the gaming state is controlled by the big bonus or the regular bonus before the advantageous RT. Sometimes. In such a case, the net increase in the number of medals while the game continues without being controlled by the disadvantaged RT may be started when the big bonus or the regular bonus is first controlled.

  In the above embodiment, when the game state is controlled to the big bonus or the regular bonus, the bonus medium music is reproduced and output from the speakers 7L, 7R and 7U, and when the game state is controlled to the advantageous RT, the advantageous music during the advantageous RT is reproduced. It was supposed to be output. There are three types of bonus medium music: bonus medium music A, bonus medium B and premier bonus medium music. Advantageous RT medium music is advantageous RT medium music A, advantageous RT medium B and premier advantage RT. There were three types of medium music. Which music is played and output during bonus and advantageous RT is controlled by advantageous RT first while the game continues without being controlled by disadvantaged RT. The number of medals from the beginning of the game and the number of advantageous RT villas were decided.

  On the other hand, the effects during the bonus and advantageous RT may be performed by other effect means instead of or in addition to the reproduction of the bonus medium music and the advantageous RT music. For example, when the gaming state is controlled to a big bonus or a regular bonus, a bonus medium image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 4, and when the gaming state is controlled to an advantageous RT, an advantageous RT image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 4. Also good.

  Here, the bonus medium image is provided with three types of bonus medium A, bonus medium B and premier bonus medium corresponding to the bonus medium A, bonus medium B and premier bonus medium. There are three types of images during RT corresponding to advantageous RT medium A, advantageous RT medium B, and premier advantageous RT medium, advantageous RT medium A, advantageous RT medium B, and premier advantageous RT medium image. It can be. Which image is displayed on the liquid crystal display 4 during the bonus or advantageous RT, the net increase in medals from the time when it was first controlled to the advantageous RT while the game continued without being controlled by the disadvantaged RT It can be determined according to the number of sheets and the number of advantageous RT villas.

  In the above embodiment, both the RAM 112 of the game control board 101 and the RAM 122 of the effect control board 102 are backed up by the battery, and the stored data is stored even when the power of the slot machine 1 is turned off. It was to be retained. However, only the RAM 112 of the game control board 101 needs to be backed up by the battery, and the RAM 122 of the effect control board 102 does not back up the battery and stores the data stored when the power of the slot machine 1 is turned off. May disappear.

  In the above embodiment, the RAM 112 of the game control board 101 is initialized by changing the set value. However, the counter for counting the number of steps of the stepping motors constituting the reel motors 3ML, 3MC, and 3MR, respectively. Only the value was not initialized. This prevents the player from perceiving that the setting values are changed because the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R cannot start rotating smoothly after the setting values are changed.

  In contrast, when the slot machine 1 is activated regardless of whether or not the setting value has been changed, that is, whether or not the slot machine 1 has been activated with the setting key switch 92 turned ON, the stepping motor step is performed. The counter value for counting the numbers may be initialized so that each excitation phase of the stepping motor is always excited in the initial pattern. In this case, the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R behave the same immediately after activation regardless of whether or not the setting value is changed, so that the player is informed that the setting value has been changed. Can be prevented.

  In the above embodiment, the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102 performs the effect process in accordance with the command sent from the game control board 101. Of course, the commands sent from the game control board 101 are placed in a first-in first-out command reception buffer, and it is assumed that no processing is lost in the commands sequentially placed in the command reception buffer. In addition, a signal corresponding to the player's operation was not directly output to the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102.

  On the other hand, a touch panel capable of detecting the position touched by the player is provided as an effect operating means on the front surface of the liquid crystal display 4 controlled by the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102, and touched on this touch panel. A signal corresponding to the selected position may be output to the CPU 121 of the effect control board 102. And CPU121 shall perform an effect process according to the signal corresponding to the touch position detected by the touch panel in addition to the command received from the game control board 101. FIG.

  In addition, a command simulator (test game control board) can be connected to the effect control board 102 in place of the normal game control board 102 before shipment from the factory, and input from the command simulator. Based on various inspection commands, it is possible to inspect each effect means connected to the effect control board 102 and effect operation means such as a touch panel.

  Here, when receiving an inspection command for inspecting the operation of the touch panel, the CPU 121 displays, for example, a message “Please touch” on the liquid crystal display 4 on the rear surface while validating the entire surface of the touch panel. Whether or not a touch operation is detected can be checked. In this case, until a touch operation on the touch panel is detected, the CPU 121 can prohibit command reception interrupt processing and prohibit reception of new commands.

  In this way, when the inspection command for inspecting the operation of the touch panel is received and the operation of the touch panel is performed accordingly, the command reception interrupt process is prohibited until the touch operation is detected, and the reception of a new command is prohibited. Therefore, even if a new command is received between the reception of the inspection command and the detection of the touch operation, the processing based on the new command is not performed. For this reason, even when an inspection command is erroneously transmitted without waiting for completion of the operation check of the touch panel, the operation check of the touch panel can be normally performed. Note that the same operation can be performed when an effect operation means other than the touch panel, for example, a button or a dial is applied as the effect operation means.

  In the above embodiment, the stop control table is selected in advance based on the setting status of the winning flag, the stop position of the symbol is determined with reference to the stop control table when the reels 3L, 3C, 3R are stopped, and the stop The slot machine that stops the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R by the table system that stops the reel at the position has been described as an example. In contrast, based on the current symbol position when the stop condition is satisfied and the setting status of the winning flag, pull-in control is performed so that the symbol of the winning symbol is aligned, or the symbol of the symbol that is not winning The present invention can also be applied to a slot machine that stops the rotation of the reels 3L, 3C, and 3R by a control method in which the removal control is performed so as not to be aligned.

  In the control method, when the operation of the stop button 12L, 12C, 12R is detected, the corresponding reels 3L, 3C, 3R are 190 milliseconds from the currently displayed symbol (the right reel 3R during the challenge bonus). Within 75 milliseconds) (within the range of 5 frames in total including the displayed symbol and the amount of pull-in (2 frames for the right reel 3R during the challenge bonus)) Then, it is determined whether or not there is a winning symbol for which the winning flag is set.

  If there is a symbol with a winning flag set (determined from the symbol of the role that is given priority for derivation in duplicate wins), select the symbol for winning the winning combination and select the winning line (already stopped) When there is a reel, the winning display mode can be derived along with the symbols on the stopped reel. Otherwise, a symbol for not winning any combination is selected and derived. That is, even when the stop of the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is controlled by this control method, it can be derived by stopping the symbols within the range of the maximum stop delay time after the operation of the stop buttons 12L, 12C, 12R is detected. The display mode corresponding to the setting status of the winning flag is derived as the display result of the variable display device 2.

  In the above embodiment, the variable display device 2 includes the three reels 3L, 3C, and 3R in which a plurality of symbols are arranged in a predetermined order on the outer periphery, and the symbols are driven by rotational driving of these reels 3L, 3C, and 3R. Was variably displayed. However, a device that virtually displays a symbol on a display device such as a liquid crystal display device may be used instead of the variable display device 2 described above.

  In the above-described embodiment, the slot machine to which medals are applied as a game medium used for setting the number of bets and giving game value associated with winning is described as an example. However, the slot machine embodying the present invention may be a slot machine (so-called parrot) to which a game ball used in a pachinko gaming machine is applied as a game medium. When a game ball is used as a game medium, for example, one medal can correspond to five game balls.

  In a so-called parrot, game balls used as game media are stored in a storage tray in the same physical form, and when the player operates the BET button, the game balls stored in the storage tray (upper plate) are stored. The number of game balls corresponding to the BET operation is taken into the parrot via a predetermined take-in route. The number of bets for playing one game is set by the game balls taken inside.

  In addition, when the player operates the checkout button in the parrot, if the bet number has already been set (except when the bet number is automatically set after the replay win), it depends on the set bet number. A number of game balls are discharged to the lower pan provided at the bottom of the slot machine. If the bet number is not set (including the case where the bet number is settled first), the game balls stored in the storage tray are discharged to the lower tray through a predetermined route. The lower plate is provided with a hole through which a game ball stored by a player operating a predetermined lever is passed through the lower plate, and the game ball box (so-called dollar box) is placed under the lower plate. If operated, the game ball owned by the player can be easily transferred to the game ball box.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Slot machine 2 Variable display device 3L, 3C, 3R Reel 4 Liquid crystal display 12L, 12C, 12R Stop button 101 Game control board 111 CPU
112 RAM
113 ROM
102 Production control board 121 CPU
122 RAM
123 ROM

JP 2008-272517 A (Claim 1 etc.)

Claims (6)

The game can be started by setting a predetermined number of bets for one game using the gaming value, and the display result is displayed on a variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable. In a slot machine in which one game is completed by being derived and winning can be generated according to the display result derived to the variable display device,
Whether or not to allow derivation of a plurality of types of winning display results including special display results with a transition to a special gaming state advantageous to the player before the display results of the variable display device are derived for each game A pre-determining means for determining
Derivation control means for causing the variable display device to derive a display result according to a determination result of the prior determination means;
Special gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state to the special gaming state until a predetermined special termination condition is satisfied when the special display result is derived;
Means for controlling a specific gaming state different from the special gaming state, wherein the first specific gaming state is controlled based on establishment of a predetermined first specific condition, and the first specific condition is controlled. Specific game state control means for controlling to a second specific game state of the specific game state based on establishment of a second specific condition different from
When it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is allowed by the predetermining means when the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state is controlled, the first specific gaming state or Specific game state ending means for ending the second specific game state;
When it is controlled to the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state, when it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted by the predetermining means, the special gaming state is entered. A privilege granting means for granting a player a predetermined privilege different from the control and control to the specific gaming state,
The specific gaming state control means includes
A second specific gaming state switching means for ending the first specific gaming state and controlling to the second specific gaming state when a predetermined switching condition is satisfied while being controlled to the first specific gaming state; ,
A second specific game state continuation means for continuing the second specific game state when the switching condition is satisfied when the second specific game state is controlled,
The benefit granting means has an advantage according to whether the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state is controlled when it is determined that the derivation of the special display result is permitted. A slot machine characterized by giving players different benefits. The second specific game state is a game state advantageous for a player, and the first specific game state is a game state more disadvantageous for the player than the second specific game state. 2. The slot machine according to 1. The first specific game state is a game state advantageous for a player, and the second specific game state is a game state more disadvantageous for the player than the first specific game state. 2. The slot machine according to 1. After the special gaming state ends, the game apparatus further comprises an initial gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state to an initial gaming state that is a gaming state that is more disadvantageous to the player than the special gaming state but that can satisfy a predetermined advantageous condition. ,
The specific game state control means controls the game state to the first specific game state as the first specific condition is satisfied when a predetermined advantageous condition is satisfied in the initial game state,
The second specific condition is that a predetermined disadvantage display result is derived as a display result of the variable display device in the initial gaming state,
The slot machine according to claim 3, wherein the switching condition is that the disadvantageous display result is derived as a display result of the variable display device in the specific gaming state. A stop operation means that is operated by a player to stop the variable display of the identification information;
The derivation control means further causes the variable display device to derive a display result in accordance with an operation procedure of the stop operation means, and the disadvantage is that a predetermined disadvantage determination is performed by the prior determination means. To derive the display result,
The slot machine is
Information capable of specifying an operation procedure of the stop operation means for avoiding derivation of the disadvantage display result based on the disadvantage determination when the disadvantage determination is performed in the initial gaming state or the first specific gaming state It further includes an avoidance procedure notifying means for notifying
The avoidance procedure notifying means uses an operation procedure of the stop operation means for avoiding the derivation of the disadvantageous display result using the given privilege when the privilege is given by the privilege giving means. The slot machine according to claim 4, wherein identifiable information is broadcast. A stop operation means that is operated by a player to stop the variable display of the identification information;
The first specific game state is a game state advantageous for a player, and the second specific game state is a game state more disadvantageous for the player than the first specific game state,
The derivation control unit further causes the variable display device to derive a display result in accordance with an operation procedure of the stop operation unit, and is determined on the condition that a predetermined disadvantage determination is performed by the prior determination unit. Deriving disadvantageous results,
The switching condition is that the disadvantageous display result is derived as a display result of the variable display device in the specific gaming state,
The slot machine is
When the disadvantage determination is performed in the first specific gaming state, the avoidance procedure for notifying information that can specify the operation procedure of the stop operation means for avoiding the derivation of the disadvantage display result based on the disadvantage determination Notification means;
When a predetermined point granting condition is established in the game, points corresponding to the established point granting condition are given and the newly given points are accumulated with respect to the points given so far. Point grant means;
Notification execution change for changing the amount of notification of the operation procedure of the stop operation means for avoiding the derivation of the disadvantage display result by the avoidance procedure notification means according to the points accumulated by the point giving means. The slot machine according to claim 1, further comprising: means.

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