JP2013247992A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of preventing a player from erroneously operating a stop operation means different from a stop operation means intended by the player to operate.SOLUTION: When a start lever 41 provided in a slot machine 10 is operated, a lottery for a winning combination is internally executed, and reels 32L, 32M and 32R visible through display windows 26L, 26M and 26R start rotating. Then, when stop switches 42-44 are operated, the reels 32L, 32M and 32R corresponding to the respective switches 42-44 stop rotating. A main control device stops the respective reels 32L, 32M and 32R to change a winning mode established according to the order of operation of the stop switches 42-44 if a special bell or downgraded replay winning combination is won. The stop switches 42-44 are disposed in such a state that an equilateral triangle is formed by connecting the centers of the respective stop switches with straight lines.

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a slot machine.

  As a gaming machine that stops after rotating a plurality of reels, for example, there is a slot machine. In the slot machine, a plurality of symbols are given to the outer peripheral portion of each reel, and a part of the symbols given to each reel is visible through the display window. Then, when the player inserts a medal, an effective line is set, and then the player operates the start lever to play a big bonus (hereinafter referred to as “BB”) role or small role in the slot machine, A lottery such as a re-game is performed and each reel starts to rotate. After each reel starts rotating, each reel is sequentially stopped to finish one game. When all reels stop rotating, the winning combination will be awarded if the combination of the winning combination on the active line is stopped, and the player will receive a medal reward or a game state transition privilege. (See, for example, Patent Document 1).

  In such a slot machine, as a gaming state advantageous to the player, in addition to the BB state that shifts when a BB winning is established, the probability of winning a replay is higher than the normal gaming state, and when a predetermined combination is won In some cases, there is an assist replay time (hereinafter referred to as “ART”) state in which the operation order of the stop switch for establishing a predetermined winning is notified.

JP 2002-355364 A

  In the configuration having the ART state, if the stop switch is operated in an operation sequence different from the operation sequence notified when a predetermined combination is won, a predetermined winning may not be established, The state may end. For this reason, the present inventor is concerned that if the player mistakenly operates the stop switch in an operation order different from the notified operation order, the player may reduce his willingness to play. It was.

  The above problem is not limited to the slot machines as exemplified above, but a slot having a gaming state for notifying the operation order of stop switches for avoiding establishment of a predetermined winning when a predetermined winning combination is won. This problem also applies to a machine or a slot machine that can have a disadvantageous result for the player when the stop switch is operated in an operation order different from the predetermined operation order. In addition, this is a problem corresponding to other gaming machines in which a plurality of types of patterns are cyclically displayed and the cyclic display is terminated based on the subsequent operation of the stop operation means.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned circumstances and the like, and provides a gaming machine that can suppress erroneous operation of stop operation means different from the stop operation means that the player intends to operate. It is intended to do.

  In the first aspect of the present invention, at least three circulation display means for circulating and displaying a plurality of types of pictures, start operation means operated to start circulation display of the pictures, lottery means for lottery drawing The same number of stop operation means as the circulation display means operated to individually stop the cyclic display of the picture, and the winning symbol corresponding to the winning combination won in the lottery of the combination form a predetermined combination at an effective position. And a bonus granting unit that grants a bonus to the player as a result of winning, and each stop operation unit is connected to any two stop operation units by a virtual straight line, The stop operation means is arranged so as not to be positioned on the virtual straight line.

  It is possible to suppress erroneous operation of stop operation means different from the stop operation means that the player intends to operate.

The front view of the slot machine in one embodiment. The perspective view of the slot machine which shows the state which closed the front door. The perspective view of the slot machine which shows the state which opened the front door. The rear view of a front door. The front view of a housing | casing. The figure which shows the symbol arrangement | sequence of each reel. Explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the symbol which can be visually recognized from a display window, and a combination line. Explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between a prize mode and the privilege provided. Block diagram of the slot machine. The flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. The flowchart which shows a normal process. The flowchart which shows a lottery process. The figure which shows an example of the lottery table for normal game states. The flowchart which shows a reel control process. Explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the operation sequence of a stop switch, and the winning aspect established. Explanatory drawing for demonstrating the stop control of a reel. The flowchart which shows RT state process. The figure which shows an example of the lottery table for 1st RT states. Explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the operation sequence of a stop switch, and the winning aspect established. The figure which shows an example of the lottery table for 2nd RT states. Explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the operation sequence of a stop switch, and the winning aspect established. The figure which shows an example of the 3rd RT state lottery table. Explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the operation sequence of a stop switch, and the winning aspect established. The figure which shows an example of the 4th RT state lottery table. Explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the operation sequence of a stop switch, and the winning aspect established. The figure which shows an example of the lottery table for 5th RT states. Explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the operation sequence of a stop switch, and the winning aspect established. Explanatory drawing for demonstrating the transition of a gaming state. The flowchart which shows BB state process. The flowchart which shows a state command process. The flowchart which shows lottery result command processing. (A) is a figure which shows an alerting | reporting table, (b) is a figure which shows an example of the alerting | reporting aspect of an operation order, (c) is a figure which shows an example of the alerting | reporting aspect of an operation order, (d) is an alerting | reporting aspect of an operation order. The figure which shows an example. The flowchart which shows a notification lottery process. The flowchart which shows a winning result command process. The flowchart which shows the process during alerting | reporting. The flowchart which shows a stop command command process. The flowchart which shows the 5th RT state process in 2nd Embodiment. The flowchart which shows a winning combination confirmation process. The flowchart which shows operation confirmation processing. The front view of the slot machine in 3rd Embodiment. The principal part disassembled perspective view of a front door. The exploded perspective view of an operation unit. The flowchart which shows an initial stage rotation process. The flowchart which shows a rotation control process. The front view of the operation unit in 4th Embodiment. The figure which shows another form of a stop switch and a guide groove part.

(First embodiment)
Hereinafter, an embodiment in the case of application to a spinning cylinder type gaming machine, which is a kind of gaming machine, specifically, a slot machine will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. 1 is a front view of the slot machine 10, FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the slot machine 10 with the front door 12 closed, FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the slot machine 10 with the front door 12 opened, and FIG. 5 is a rear view of the door 12, and FIG.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 to 5, the slot machine 10 includes a housing 11 that forms an outer shell thereof. The casing 11 is formed in a box shape having an open front as a whole, and is attached by, for example, driving nails against a so-called island facility when installed in the game hall.

  A front door 12 is attached to the front side of the housing 11 so as to be openable and closable. That is, the housing 11 is provided with a pair of upper and lower support shafts 13a and 13b on the left side when viewed from the front, and the front door 12 has a bearing portion 14a at a position corresponding to each support shaft 13a and 13b. , 14b are provided. When the support shafts 13a and 13b are inserted into the bearing portions 14a and 14b, the front door 12 rotates about an opening / closing axis extending in the vertical direction connecting the support shafts 13a and 13b to the housing 11. The front door 12 can be opened and closed by rotating the front door 12 so as to be movable. Further, the front door 12 is brought into a locked state that cannot be opened by a locking device 20 provided on the back surface thereof. A key cylinder 21 that is integrated with the locking device 20 is provided on the upper right side of the front door 12, and is configured such that the locked state is released by a predetermined key operation on the key cylinder 21.

  A game panel 25 for notifying the player of the game state is provided above the center of the front door 12. The game panel 25 is formed with three vertically long display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R, and the inside of the slot machine 10 is visible through the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R. The display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R may be combined into a single display window.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the inside of the housing 11 is divided into upper and lower parts by a partition plate 30, and a reel unit 31 constituting variable display means is attached to the upper part of the partition plate 30. The reel unit 31 includes a left reel 32L, a middle reel 32M, and a right reel 32R each formed in a cylindrical shape (annular shape). Each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R is rotatably supported so that the central axis thereof is the rotation axis of the reel. The rotation axes of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are disposed on the same axis extending in the substantially horizontal direction, and the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R correspond to the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R on a one-to-one basis. . Accordingly, a part of the surface of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R is visible through the corresponding display windows 26L, 26M, 26R. Further, when the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are rotated forward, the surfaces of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are projected as if moving from top to bottom through the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R.

  Here, the configuration of the reel unit 31 will be briefly described.

  Each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R is connected to a stepping motor, and each reel 32L, 32M, and 32R can be individually rotated, that is, independently driven by the driving of each stepping motor. . For example, the stepping motor is set to rotate once by applying a drive signal of 504 pulses (hereinafter also referred to as an excitation pulse), and the rotation position of the stepping motor, that is, the rotation position of the reel is determined by this excitation pulse. Be controlled. In the reel unit 31, a reel index sensor for detecting that the reel has made one rotation is installed on each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. When the reel index sensor detects that the reel has made one rotation, a detection signal is output to the main controller 101 described later each time the reel is detected. Therefore, main controller 101 determines the angular position of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R for each rotation based on the detection signal of the reel index sensor and the number of excitation pulses output until the detection signal is input. It can be confirmed and corrected.

  On the outer peripheral surface of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R, a plurality of symbols as identification information are drawn in the long side direction (circular direction). More specifically, 21 symbols are drawn at equal intervals. Therefore, in order to switch the symbol at a predetermined position to the next symbol, it is necessary to output 24 pulses (= 504 pulses / 21 symbols) of excitation pulses. Further, the main control device 101 grasps the symbols visible from the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R based on the number of excitation pulses output after the detection signal of the reel index sensor is input, or displays the display window. It is possible to perform control to stop a predetermined symbol at a position where it can be visually recognized from 26L, 26M, and 26R.

  Next, the symbols drawn on the reels 32L, 32M, 32R will be described.

  FIG. 6 shows a symbol arrangement of the left reel 32L, the middle reel 32M, and the right reel 32R. As shown in the figure, 21 symbols are arranged in a row on each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. Further, numbers from 0 to 20 are assigned to the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. These numbers are symbols that are visible to the main controller 101 from the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R. Is a number for recognizing and not actually attached to the reels 32L, 32M, 32R. However, in the following description, the number is used for explanation.

  As a symbol, a “red bell” symbol (for example, the 20th of the left reel 32L), a “replay” symbol (for example, the 19th of the left reel 32L), a “watermelon” symbol (for example, the 18th of the left reel 32L), “Red 7” symbol (eg, 17th on left reel 32L), “Cherry” symbol (eg, 16th on left reel 32L), “Youth” symbol (eg, 14th on left reel 32L), “White 7” Design (eg, 10th of left reel 32L), “BAR” design (eg, 8th of left reel 32L), “White bell” design (eg, 6th of left reel 32L), “Blue 7” design (eg, , The third of the left reel 32L). As shown in FIG. 6, the number and arrangement order of various symbols on the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are completely different.

  Each of the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R is formed so that there are three symbols from which the entire symbol can be visually recognized out of the twenty-one symbols attached to the corresponding reel. Therefore, when all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped, 3 × 3 = 9 symbols are visible through the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R.

  In the slot machine 10, a total of four combination lines are set so as to connect positions where the symbols of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are visible. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 7, the first line L1 connecting the upper symbol of the left reel 32L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the upper symbol of the right reel 32R, the upper symbol of the left reel 32L, and the middle reel 32M. The second line L2 connecting the lower symbol of the middle reel and the right reel 32R, the lower symbol of the left reel 32L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 32M, the third line L3 connecting the upper symbol of the right reel 32R, and the left reel A fourth line L4 connecting the lower symbol of 32L, the middle symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the lower symbol of the right reel 32R is set. And, when the combination line is activated, that is, when the symbols are stopped in a predetermined combination on the effective line, a privilege that a predetermined number of medals as game media are paid out is given or the gaming state is shifted as winning establishment. Benefits are granted.

  FIG. 8 shows a combination of symbols for winning and a privilege to be given when winning.

  Small prizes for which medals are paid out include a cherry prize, a first watermelon prize, a second watermelon prize, a bell prize, and a first special bell prize to a twelfth special bell prize. When the “cherry” symbol of the middle reel 32M stops on the active line, one medal is paid out as a cherry winning. That is, in the case of a cherry winning, any symbol that stops on the active line for the left reel 32L and the right reel 32R may be any symbol. In other words, if the combination of the “cherry” symbol of the middle reel 32M and the arbitrary symbol of the left reel 32L and the right reel 32R stops on the active line, it can be said that the cherry prize is established. Here, since the middle stage of the middle reel 32M is a position where four active lines overlap, when the “cherry” symbol stops on the middle stage of the middle reel 32M, a cherry win is awarded on all four active lines. As a result, 4 (= 1 × 4) medals are paid out. When the “watermelon” symbols on the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped on the active line, five medals are paid out as the first watermelon winning. When the “blue 7” symbol of the middle reel 32M and the “watermelon” symbol of the right reel 32R stop on the active line, one medal is paid out as the second watermelon winning. That is, in the case of the second watermelon winning, any symbol that stops on the active line for the left reel 32L may be any symbol. When the “red bell” symbol or “white bell” symbol of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R stops on the active line, nine medals are paid out as a bell winning. In addition, the “red bell” symbol or “white bell” symbol of two reels out of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R stops on the effective line, and the “replay” symbol of the remaining one reel stops on the effective line. In this case, nine medals are paid out as a special bell prize. For example, when the “replay” symbol of the left reel 32L, the “red bell” symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the “red bell” symbol of the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, the first special bell prize is awarded. As a result, nine medals are paid out.

  State transition winnings in which only the game state transition is performed include a first BB winning and a second BB winning.

  When the “blue 7” symbol of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R stops on the active line, the first BB win is made, and the “blue 7” symbol of the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M and the “white 7” symbol of the right reel 32R. When the symbol stops on the active line, the second BB win is made. When these BB winnings are established, the gaming state shifts to the BB state.

  As a prize to which a re-game privilege that allows the next game to be played without inserting a medal is given, there are a first re-game prize to a twelfth re-game prize. When the “cherry” symbol on the left reel 32L and the “replay” symbol on the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R stop on the active line, or the “replay” symbol on the left reel 32L and the “youth” symbol on the middle reel 32M When the “watermelon” symbol of the right reel 32R stops on the active line, the first replay prize is awarded. When the “replay” symbol of the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M and the “watermelon” symbol of the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, a second replay prize is awarded. When the “replay” symbol on the left reel 32L and the right reel 32R and the “youth” symbol on the middle reel 32M are stopped on the active line, a third replay prize is awarded. When the “cherry” symbol on the left reel 32L, the “replay” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, a fourth re-game win is awarded. When the “cherry” symbol on the left reel 32L, the “youth” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, a fifth replay prize is awarded. When the “replay” symbol of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R stops on the effective line, or the “red 7” symbol of the left reel 32L and the “replay” symbol of the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R are on the effective line If it stops, it becomes the 6th re-game prize. When the “red 7” symbol on the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M and the “youth” symbol on the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, a seventh replay prize is awarded. When the “red 7” symbol of the left reel 32L and the middle reel 32M and the “BAR” symbol of the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, an eighth replay prize is awarded. When the “red 7” symbol of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R stops on the active line, it becomes the ninth re-game prize. When the “BAR” symbol of the left reel 32L and the “replay” symbols of the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, the tenth regame prize is awarded. When the “red bell” symbol on the left reel 32L, the “young” symbol on the middle reel 32M, and the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, the eleventh regame prize is awarded. When the “white bell” symbol of the left reel 32L, the “young” symbol of the middle reel 32M, and the “watermelon” symbol of the right reel 32R are stopped on the active line, the twelfth replay prize is awarded.

  In addition, when any of the first regame prize, the tenth regame prize, the eleventh regame prize, and the twelfth regame prize is established, the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state, and the second regame prize is achieved. Is established, the gaming state is shifted to the second RT state, the third re-game winning is established, the gaming state is shifted to the third RT state, and the fourth re-gaming winning is achieved. When the gaming state shifts to the fourth RT state and the fifth re-game winning is established, the gaming state shifts to the fifth RT state. In addition, although it is different from winning a prize, “Replay” symbol, “Red Bell” symbol, “Watermelon” symbol from the left on the active line, “Replay” symbol, “White Bell” symbol, “Watermelon” When the symbol stops, when the “Replay” symbol, “Youth” symbol, “Red Bell” symbol stops, and when the “Replay” symbol, “Youth” symbol, “White Bell” symbol stops The gaming state shifts to the first RT state. Hereinafter, a combination of symbols in which the gaming state shifts to the first RT state is referred to as a transition outcome.

  In the following, a combination of symbols corresponding to each prize is also referred to as a combination of winning symbols. For example, the combination of the third special bell symbol is a combination of symbols for the third special bell winning, that is, a combination of a “replay” symbol, a “white bell” symbol, and a “red bell” symbol. The symbols of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R corresponding to the winnings are also referred to as winning symbols. For example, the third special bell symbol is a “replay” symbol for the left reel 32L, a “white bell” symbol for the middle reel 32M, and a “red bell” symbol for the right reel 32R.

  On the lower left side of the game panel 25, a start lever 41 that is operated to start rotation of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R is provided. The start lever 41 constitutes start operation means or start operation means operated to start rotation of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R, that is, to start variable display of symbols. When the start lever 41 is operated while a predetermined number of medals are inserted, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R start to rotate.

  A lower panel 27 is provided below the game panel 25, and a stop switch operated at the center of the lower panel 27 is operated to individually stop the rotating reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. 42 to 44 are provided. Each of the stop switches 42 to 44 is disposed so as to be positioned immediately below the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R corresponding to the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R to be stopped. When the left stop switch 42 is operated, the rotation of the left reel 32L is stopped, when the middle stop switch 43 is operated, the rotation of the middle reel 32M is stopped, and when the right stop switch 44 is operated. Stops the rotation of the right reel 32R. The stop switches 42 to 44 constitute stop operation means operated to stop the variable display of symbols based on the rotation of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R. In the slot machine 10, as the stop switches 42 to 44, a touch operation type switch that detects that the player has touched is adopted instead of the conventional push operation type switch that detects that the player has performed a pressing operation. . Therefore, in this slot machine 10, it is not necessary to press the stop switch as in the conventional case, and the corresponding reel can be stopped only by touching the stop switch.

  The positional relationship between the stop switches 42 to 44 will be described in more detail. The left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 44 are positioned directly below the corresponding display windows 26L, 26R, and Stop switches 44 are arranged in a horizontal direction. The middle stop switch 43 is arranged so that it is located immediately below the corresponding display window 26M, and the upper end of the middle stop switch 43 is located below the lower ends of the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 43. Has been. That is, each of the stop switches 42 to 44 is arranged such that when any two stop switches are connected by a straight line, the other one stop switch is located at a position off the straight line. Each of the stop switches 42 to 44 includes a distance between the center of the left stop switch 42 and the center of the right stop switch 44, a distance between the center of the right stop switch 44 and the center of the middle stop switch 43, and the center of the middle stop switch 43. And the center distance of the left stop switch 42 are arranged to be equal. That is, when the centers of the stop switches 42 to 44 are connected by a straight line, a downward regular triangle is formed.

  The lower panel 27 is provided with a guide groove 40 that is recessed toward the rear of the slot machine 10. The guide groove portion 40 is a first guide groove portion 40a formed to connect the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 44 with a straight line, and a second guide groove portion 40a formed to connect the right stop switch 44 and the middle stop switch 43 with a straight line. The guide groove portion 40b is formed by a third guide groove portion 40c formed so as to connect the middle stop switch 43 and the left stop switch 42 with a straight line. That is, the guide groove 40 is formed in a substantially equilateral triangular shape facing downward, and the stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged at three vertexes on the outer peripheral side of the guide groove 40. The width of the guide groove portion 40 is sufficiently long even if a player or the like inserts a finger into the guide groove portion 40.

  On the lower right side of the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R, a medal insertion slot 45 for inserting medals is provided. The medal slot 45 constitutes an input means for inputting game media. If attention is paid to the point that the medal insertion slot 45 is directly inserted by the player, it can be said that it constitutes a direct input means for directly inputting the game medium.

  The medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 45 are guided to either the storage passage 47 or the discharge passage 48 by a selector 46 as passage switching means provided on the back surface of the front door 12. More specifically, the selector 46 is provided with a medal path switching solenoid 46a. When the medal path switching solenoid 46a is not excited, the medal is guided to the discharge path 48, and when the medal path switching solenoid 46a is excited, the medal is selected. Is guided to the storage passage 47 side. The medal guided to the storage passage 47 is guided to the hopper device 51 housed inside the housing 11. On the other hand, the medal guided to the discharge passage 48 is guided to the medal tray 50 from the medal discharge port 49 provided in the lower front portion of the front door 12 and returned to the player.

  An insertion hole 28 through which a wiring for electrically connecting the stop switches 42 to 44 and a main control device 101 described later is provided on the left side (the right side in FIG. 4) of the discharge passage. .

  The hopper device 51 includes a storage tank 52 that stores medals and a payout device 53 that pays out medals to a player. The payout device 53 rotates a medal payout rotating plate (not shown) to discharge the medal to the opening 48 a provided in the discharge passage 48 and to pay out the medal to the medal tray 50 through the discharge passage 48. It has become. Further, a reserve tank 54 is provided on the right side of the hopper device 51 to avoid storing a predetermined amount or more of medals in the storage tank 52. Inside the storage tank 52 of the hopper device 51, a guide plate 52a for discharging medals from the storage tank 52 to the reserve tank 54 is provided. Therefore, when medals are stored more than the height at which the guide plate 52 a is provided, the medals are stored in the reserve tank 54.

  A button-like return switch 55 is provided below the medal slot 45. When the return switch 55 is operated in a situation where a medal inserted into the medal insertion slot 45 is jammed in the selector 46, the selector 46 is mechanically operated so that the medal jammed in the selector 46 becomes a medal. It is returned from the discharge port 49.

  On the lower left side of the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R, there is provided a first credit insertion switch 56 for inserting three credited virtual medals as game media at a time. Further, a second credit insertion switch 57 and a third credit insertion switch 58 are provided on the left side of the first credit insertion switch 56. The second credit insertion switch 57 is for inserting two virtual medals at a time, and the third credit insertion switch 58 is for inserting one virtual medal. Each of the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 constitutes input means for inputting a game medium together with the medal insertion slot 45. It should be noted that the medal insertion slot 45 is accompanied by an operation of directly inserting a medal by the player, whereas each of the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 is only accompanied by an operation of inserting a virtual medal based on the storage memory. In other words, it can be said to constitute indirect input means for indirectly inputting game media.

  A settlement switch 59 is provided on the left side of the start lever 41. In other words, the slot machine 10 has a credit function for storing and storing surplus inserted medals up to a predetermined maximum value (for 50 medals) and payout medals at the time of winning as virtual medals. When the settlement switch 59 is operated under the stored and stored condition, the virtual medal is paid out from the medal discharge port 49 as an actual medal. In this case, if paying attention to the function of paying out the credited virtual medal as an actual medal, it can be said that the checkout switch 59 constitutes a checkout operation means for actually paying out the stored game media.

  Below the display windows 26L, 26M, and 26R of the game panel 25, a credit display unit 60 that displays the number of virtual medals credited, and a remaining payout number that displays the number of remaining medals to be paid out before the BB state ends. A display unit 61 and a payout number display unit 62 for displaying the number of medals paid out at the time of winning are provided. Although these display parts 60-62 are comprised by the 7 segment display, it is naturally possible to substitute by a liquid crystal display etc. FIG.

  The upper part of the front door 12 has an upper lamp 63 that lights up or flashes as the game progresses, and a pair of left and right sounds that produce various sound effects as the game progresses and inform the player of the gaming state. Speaker 64 and an auxiliary display unit 65 for giving various information to the player. The auxiliary display unit 65 is for executing various display effects as the game progresses, and it can be considered that the game by each reel 32L, 32M, 32R is caused by the main display unit. This is referred to as an auxiliary display unit 65. A display control device 81 for driving the upper lamp 63, the speaker 64, and the auxiliary display unit 65 is provided on the back surface of the auxiliary display unit 65.

  A power supply box 70 is provided on the left side of the hopper device 51 inside the housing 11. The power supply box 70 accommodates a power supply device 91 therein, and includes a power switch 71, a reset switch 72, a setting key insertion hole 73, and the like. The power switch 71 is a start switch for supplying power to each unit including the main controller 101. The reset switch 72 is a switch for resetting an error state of the slot machine 10. Further, the setting key insertion hole 73 is used by a hole manager or the like to adjust the appearance of medals. That is, the hall manager or the like can set the winning probability of the slot machine 10 by inserting the setting key into the setting key insertion hole 73 and turning it ON. The reset switch 72 is operated not only when the error state is reset but also when the winning probability of the slot machine 10 is changed.

  Above the reel unit 31, a main control device 101 that manages and manages games is attached to the housing 11.

  Next, the electrical configuration of the slot machine 10 will be described based on the block diagram of FIG.

  The main control device 101 is equipped with a microcomputer centering on a CPU 102 which is an arithmetic processing means. In addition to the power supply device 91, a clock circuit 103 that outputs a rectangular wave with a predetermined frequency, an input / output port 104, and the like are connected to the CPU 102 via an internal bus. The main control device 101 functions as a main board built in the slot machine 10.

  On the input side of the main controller 101, a reel unit 31 (more specifically, a reel index sensor that individually detects that each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R has made one rotation) and a start detection sensor that detects an operation of the start lever 41 are provided. 41a, stop detection sensors 42a to 44a that individually detect the operation of each of the stop switches 42 to 44, a inserted medal detection sensor 45a that detects a medal inserted from the medal slot 45, and a medal paid out from the hopper device 51. Payout detection sensor 51a, credit insertion detection sensors 56a-58a that individually detect the operation of each credit insertion switch 56-58, settlement detection sensor 59a that detects the operation of the settlement switch 59, and reset detection that detects the operation of the reset switch 72 Sensor 72a, setting key insertion hole 7 Various sensors such as a setting key detection sensor 73a for detecting that the setting key is inserted and turned ON are connected, and signals from these various sensors are output to the CPU 102 via the input / output port 104. It has become.

  A power supply device 91 is connected to the input side of the main control device 101 via an input / output port 104. The power supply device 91 includes a power supply unit 91a that supplies driving power to the electronic devices of the slot machine 10 including the main control device 101, a power failure monitoring circuit 91b, and the like.

  The power failure monitoring circuit 91b monitors the power-off state and generates a power failure signal not only at the time of power failure but also when the power switch 71 powers off. For this reason, the power failure monitoring circuit 91b monitors the stabilized drive voltage of 12 VDC in this example output from the power supply unit 91a, and determines that the power supply has been shut off when this drive voltage drops below, for example, 10 volts. Power outage signal is output. The power failure signal is supplied to each of the CPU 102 and the input / output port 104. The CPU 102 recognizes this power failure signal and executes a power failure process described later. The power failure signal is also supplied to the display control device 81.

  The power supply unit 91a is configured to output a stabilized voltage of 5 volts that is used as a drive voltage in a control system such as the main controller 101 even when the output voltage drops below 10 volts. As a time for outputting the stabilization voltage, a sufficient time for executing the power failure processing by the main control device 101 is secured.

  On the output side of the main controller 101, a reel unit 31 (more specifically, a stepping motor for rotating the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R), a medal path switching solenoid 46a provided in the selector 46, a hopper device 51, a credit A display unit 60, a remaining payout number display unit 61, a payout number display unit 62, a display control device 81, an external concentration terminal board 121 that can transmit information to a hall management device (not shown), and the like are connected via an input / output port 104. Yes.

  The display control device 81 is a control device for driving the upper lamp 63, the speaker 64, and the auxiliary display unit 65, and includes a substrate on which a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, and the like for driving these are integrated. Then, after receiving a signal from the main controller 101, the display controller 81 independently controls the upper lamp 63, the speaker 64, and the auxiliary display unit 65. Therefore, the display control device 81 is a sub-base for executing auxiliary control in relation to the main control device 101 which is a main base for overall management of games. Various display units 60 to 62 may be configured to be driven and controlled by the display control device 81.

  The CPU 102 described above includes a ROM 105 that stores various control programs executed by the CPU 102 and fixed value data, and a work area that temporarily stores various data when executing the control programs stored in the ROM 105. In addition to the RAM 106 for assuring, as is well known, various processing circuits necessary for the slot machine 10 such as an interrupt circuit, a timer circuit, a data transmission / reception circuit, a credit counter for counting the number of credits, etc. Various counters are built-in. The ROM 105 and the RAM 106 constitute a main memory as storage means, and a program for executing various processes shown in the flowcharts of FIGS. 10 to 29 is stored in the ROM 105 described above as a part of the control program.

  The RAM 106 is configured to retain (backup) data by being supplied with a backup voltage from the power supply device 91 even after the power to the slot machine 10 is cut off. The RAM 106 has a memory for temporarily storing various data, a winning flag storage area 106a for storing a lottery result of a combination, and stop information used when stop control of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R is performed. In addition to the stop information storage area 106b for storing the game information, the status information storage area 106c for storing the game status such as the BB status, etc., a backup area is provided.

  The backup area is an area for storing the value of the stack pointer when the power is shut down due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like (including power shutdown by operating the power switch 71; the same applies hereinafter). Yes, when the power failure is resolved (including power-on by operating the power switch 71; the same applies hereinafter), the state of the slot machine 10 can be restored to the state before power-off based on the backup area information. . Writing to the backup area is executed when the power is cut off by a power failure process (see FIG. 10), and restoration of each value written to the backup area is executed in the main process when the power is turned on.

  Further, a power failure signal from the power failure monitoring circuit 91b is input to the NMI terminal (non-maskable interrupt terminal) of the CPU 102 when the power is shut down due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like. When the power is shut off, an NMI interrupt process as a power failure flag generation process is immediately executed.

  Next, each control process executed by the CPU 102 of the main control apparatus 101 will be described. The processing of the CPU 102 can be broadly divided into a main processing that is started when the power is turned on, a timer interrupt processing that is started periodically (in a cycle of 1.49 msec in the present embodiment), and a power failure signal to the NMI terminal. NMI interrupt processing that is activated in response to the input of. In the following, a process related to the progress of the game, that is, a timer interrupt process and a normal process performed in the main process will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart of a timer interrupt process periodically executed by the main control apparatus 101. A timer interrupt is generated every 1.49 msec by the CPU 102 of the main control apparatus 101, for example.

  First, in the register saving process shown in step S101, the values of all the registers in the CPU 102 used in the normal process described later are saved in the backup area of the RAM 106. In step S102, it is confirmed whether or not a power failure flag is set. If the power failure flag is set, the process proceeds to step S103, and a power failure process is executed.

  Here, an outline of the power failure process will be described.

  When the power is shut off due to the occurrence of a power failure or the like, a power failure signal is output from the power failure monitoring circuit 91b of the power supply device 91, and the power failure signal is input to the main controller 101 via the NMI terminal. When a power failure signal is input, main controller 101 immediately executes NMI interrupt processing and sets a power failure flag in the power failure flag storage area provided in RAM 106.

  In the power failure process, it is first determined whether or not the command transmission is completed. If the transmission is not completed, the present process is terminated and the process returns to the timer interrupt process to terminate the command transmission. If the command transmission has been completed, the value of the stack pointer of the CPU 102 is stored in the backup area of the RAM 106. Thereafter, the output state of the output port in the input / output port 104 is cleared, and all actuators (not shown) are turned off. Then, a RAM determination value for determining whether or not the data in the RAM 106 is normal when the power failure is eliminated is stored in the backup area, thereby prohibiting subsequent RAM access. After performing the above processing, an infinite loop is entered in preparation for the case where the power supply is completely shut down and the processing cannot be executed. In consideration of, for example, the case where the power failure flag is set erroneously due to noise or the like, it is confirmed whether or not a power failure signal is output until the infinite loop is entered. If the power failure signal is not output, the power failure state is recovered, so that writing to the RAM 106 is permitted, the power failure flag is reset, and the process returns to the timer interrupt process. If the power outage signal is continuously output, the infinite loop is entered. Incidentally, it is confirmed whether or not a power failure signal is output even under an infinite loop, and when the power failure signal is not output, the main processing is performed.

  Returning to the description of the timer interrupt process, if the power failure flag is not set in step S102, various processes after step S104 are performed.

  That is, in step S104, a watchdog timer clearing process for initializing the value of the watchdog timer for monitoring the occurrence of malfunction is performed. In step S105, an interrupt end declaration process is performed so that the next timer interrupt can be set for the CPU 102 itself. In step S106, in order to rotate each reel 32L, 32M, 32R, a stepping motor control process for driving a stepping motor that is a respective rotating drum driving motor is performed. In step S107, the states of various sensors (see FIG. 9) such as the stop detection sensors 42a to 44a, the inserted medal detection sensor 45a, and the payout detection sensor 51a connected to the input / output port 104 are read, and whether the read result is normal. A sensor monitoring process for monitoring the above is performed. In step S108, timer calculation processing for subtracting the value of each counter or timer is performed. In step S109, a counter process for outputting the result of counting the number of medals bet and the number of payouts to the external concentration terminal board 121 is performed.

  In step S110, command output processing for transmitting various commands such as a lottery result command to be described later to the display control device 81 is performed. In step S111, a segment data setting process for setting segment data displayed on the credit display unit 60, the remaining payout number display unit 61, and the payout number display unit 62 is performed. In step S112, segment data display processing is performed in which the segment data set in the segment data setting processing is supplied to the display units 60 to 62 to display corresponding numbers, symbols, and the like. In step S113, port output processing for outputting data corresponding to the I / O device from the input / output port 104 is performed. In step S114, the value of each register saved in the backup area in the previous step S101 is returned to the corresponding register in the CPU 102, respectively. Thereafter, in step S115, an interrupt permission process for permitting the next timer interrupt is performed, and this series of timer interrupt processes is terminated.

  Next, normal processing for performing main control related to the game will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  First, in step S201, an interrupt permission process for permitting the next timer interrupt is performed. In step S202, pre-start processing for enabling a game is performed. In the pre-start process, the process waits until the display control device 81 and the like finish initialization. When the initialization of the display control device 81 or the like is completed, the game management process shown in steps S203 to S213 is performed.

  As a game management process, in step S203, data such as various game information stored in the RAM 106 (for example, a random value used in the previous game) is cleared. Thereafter, in step S204, start waiting processing is performed.

  In the start waiting process, it is determined whether or not any of the first re-game win to the twelfth re-game win is established in the previous game. If any of the re-game winnings has been established, an automatic insertion process for automatically inserting the same number of virtual medals as the previous bet number is performed, and the start waiting process is terminated. In the automatic insertion process, virtual medals are inserted without reducing the number of virtual medals displayed on the credit display unit 60. That is, if any re-game winning is established in the previous game, the player can play the current game without reducing the number of medals owned and without inserting medals. If none of the re-game winnings have been established, a sensor abnormality confirmation process is performed to confirm whether an abnormality has occurred in the sensor reading result performed in the sensor monitoring process step S107 of the timer interruption process, If an abnormality has occurred, the slot machine 10 is put into an error state and an abnormality occurrence process for notifying the occurrence of the error is performed. Such an error state is maintained until the reset switch 72 is operated. If the sensor reading result is normal, it is determined whether or not the settlement switch 59 has been operated. If the settlement switch 59 has been operated, a medal return process for paying out the same number of medals as the credited virtual medal I do. After completion of the medal return process or when the settlement switch 59 is not operated, whether or not the medal insertion or the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 are operated between the previous start waiting process and the current start waiting process If either one is performed, a medal insertion process for changing the number of bets or the like is performed, and the start waiting process is terminated. If neither medal insertion nor operation of the credit insertion switches 56 to 58 is performed between the previous start waiting process and the current start waiting process, the start waiting process is ended as it is.

  After completion of the start waiting process, it is determined in step S205 whether or not the bet number of medals has reached a specified number (3 in the present embodiment). If the bet number has not reached the specified number, step S204 is performed. Returning to the start waiting process, the process after the sensor abnormality confirmation process is performed. If the bet number has reached the specified number, it is determined in step S206 whether or not the start lever 41 has been operated. When the start lever 41 is not operated, the process returns to the start waiting process of step S204, and the processes after the sensor abnormality confirmation process are performed among the processes.

  On the other hand, when the start lever 41 is operated, the game can be started when the start lever 41 is operated in a situation where a prescribed number of medals are betted. Means that a command has occurred. In such a case, an effective line setting process for setting all the combination lines of the first line L1 to the fourth line L4 described above at step S207 as effective lines is performed, and the medal path switching solenoid 46a is turned off at step S208. Switch to the excited state and prohibit bet acceptance. Thereafter, the lottery process in step S209, the reel control process in step S210, the medal payout process in step S211, the RT state process in step S212, and the BB state process in step S213 are executed in order, and the process returns to step S203.

  Next, the lottery process in step S209 will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  In step S301, a random number used when determining whether or not the combination is correct is acquired. In the slot machine 10, when the start lever 41 is operated, the hardware circuit latches the value of the free-run counter at that time. The free-run counter generates random numbers from 0 to 65535, and after confirming the operation of the start lever 41, the CPU 102 stores the value latched by the hardware circuit in the RAM 106. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to quickly acquire a random number at the timing when the start lever 41 is operated, and it is possible to avoid occurrence of problems such as synchronization. The hardware circuit of the slot machine 10 is configured to latch the value of the free run counter each time the start lever 41 is operated.

  After acquiring the random number, in step S302, a lottery table for determining whether or not the winning combination is selected is selected. The slot machine 10 is roughly divided into seven game states, ie, a normal game state, a first RT state, a second RT state, a third RT state, a fourth RT state, a fifth RT state, and a BB state. In step S302, the current gaming state of the slot machine 10 is determined based on the setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c, and a lottery table corresponding to the gaming state is selected. For example, when the setting flag is not set in the state information storage area 106c, it is determined that the current gaming state is the normal gaming state, and the normal gaming state lottery table is selected. Further, in this slot machine 10, a six-stage winning probability from “Setting 1” to “Setting 6” is prepared in advance, and a setting key is inserted into the setting key insertion hole to perform an ON operation and a predetermined operation is performed. Thus, it is possible to set which winning probability is to execute the internal processing. In step S302, the lottery table with the lowest expected value of medal payout is selected when the setting state is “setting 1”, and the lottery table with the highest expected value of medal payout is selected when it is “setting 6”.

  The lottery table will be briefly described. FIG. 13 is a normal gaming state lottery table selected in the “setting 3” normal gaming state. An index value IV is set in the lottery table, and each index value IV is uniquely associated with a winning combination and a point value PV.

  After selecting the lottery table, the index value IV is set to 1 in step S303, and a determination value DV used for determining whether or not the winning combination is determined is set in subsequent step S304. In the determination value setting process, a new determination value DV is set by adding a point value PV corresponding to the current index value IV to the current determination value DV. In the initial determination value setting process, the random value acquired in step S301 is set as the current determination value DV, and a new point value PV corresponding to 1 as the current index value IV is added to the random value. The determination value is DV.

  Thereafter, in step S305, it is determined whether or not the combination corresponding to the index value IV is correct. In the combination determination, it is determined whether or not the determination value DV exceeds 65535. If it exceeds 65535, the process proceeds to step S306, and the winning flag corresponding to the index value IV at that time is set in the winning flag storage area 106a of the RAM 106. For example, when the determination value DV exceeds 65535 when IV = 6, in step S306, a winning flag indicating that the cherry and the second watermelon are won is set in the winning flag storage area 106a.

  By the way, a winning flag indicating that the set winning flag has won the first BB (hereinafter referred to as “first BB winning flag”) or a winning flag indicating that the second BB has been won (hereinafter referred to as “second BB winning flag”). Otherwise, the winning flag set in the winning flag storage area 106a is reset after the game in which the corresponding winning flag is set (see S203 of the normal process). On the other hand, when the winning flag is the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag, these winning flags are reset as one of the conditions that the corresponding BB winning is established. In other words, the first BB winning flag and the second BB winning flag may be valid over a plurality of games. In step S306 in the state where the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag is carried over, if the current index value IV is 3 to 20, the winning flag corresponding to the index value IV is set, and the current index value IV is If it is 1 or 2, the corresponding winning flag is not set. In other words, in a game in which the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag is carried over, when winning a role other than the first BB and the second BB, the corresponding winning flag is set, while the first BB or the second BB is won. In that case, the corresponding winning flag is not set.

  If the determination value DV does not exceed 65535 in step S305, it means that the combination corresponding to the index value IV is lost. In such a case, 1 is added to the index value IV in step S307, and in the subsequent step S308, it is determined whether or not there is a combination corresponding to the index value IV, that is, whether or not there is a determination target to be determined. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the index value IV added by 1 exceeds the maximum value of the index values IV set in the lottery table. If there is a determination target to be determined whether or not, the process returns to step S304 and the determination of whether or not the winning combination is continued. At this time, in step S304, a point value PV corresponding to the current index value IV is added to the determination value DV (that is, the current determination value DV) used for determining whether or not the previous winning combination is a new determination value DV. In step S305, the winning combination determination is performed based on the determination value DV. Incidentally, in the case of determining whether or not a winning combination is made using the lottery table shown in FIG. 13, the probability of winning when IV = 1 is about 1/16400, and the probability of winning when IV = 2 is about 2050. The probability of winning when 1 / IV, IV = 3 is about 1 / 6.4, the probability of winning when IV = 4 is about 1/262, the probability of winning when IV = 5 Is about 1/256, the probability of winning when IV = 6 is about 1/16400, and the probability of winning when IV = 7 is about 1/65500. The probability of winning when IV = 8 to 11 is about 11.9, respectively, and the probability of winning when IV = 12 to 19 is about 1/3 of each. The probability of winning when IV = 20 is about 1/30. Also, the probability of losing no winning combination is about 1.80.

  After the winning flag is set in step S306, or when it is determined in step S308 that there is no determination target to be determined, it means that the winning combination determination has ended. In such a case, a lottery result command is set in step S309. Here, the lottery result command is a command that is transmitted to the display control device 81 in order to grasp the result of the combination determination. However, in the normal process, various commands such as the lottery result command are only set in the ring buffer, and the command is not transmitted to the display control device 81. The command transmission to the display control device 81 is performed in the command output process S110 of the timer interrupt process described above.

  In step S310, stop information setting processing for setting stop information for reel stop control is performed, and the lottery processing is terminated.

  Next, the reel control process of step S210 will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  In the reel control process, first, a rotation start process for starting the rotation of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R is performed in step S401.

  In the rotation start process, it is checked whether or not a predetermined wait time (for example, 4.1 seconds) has elapsed since the reel started to rotate in the previous game. Wait until When the wait time has elapsed, a wait time for the next game is reset, and a motor control initialization process for setting rotation start information in the motor control storage area provided in the RAM 106 is performed. By performing such processing, stepping motor acceleration processing is started in stepping motor control processing S106 of timer interruption processing, and the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R start to rotate. Therefore, even if the player bets a specified number of medals and operates the start lever 41, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R may not immediately start rotating. Thereafter, the process waits until the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R rotate at a constant rotation speed at a predetermined rotation speed, and the rotation start process ends. In addition, when the rotation speed of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R becomes a constant speed, the CPU 102 can generate a stop command by lighting up lamps (not shown) of the stop switches 42 to 44. Is notified to a player or the like.

  Following the rotation start process, in step S402, it is determined whether any of the stop switches 42 to 44 has been operated. When none of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated, the process waits until any of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated. If it is determined that any one of the stop switches 42 to 44 has been operated, the process proceeds to step S403 to determine whether or not the stop switch corresponding to the rotating reel has been operated, that is, whether or not a stop command has been issued. To do. If no stop command has been issued, the process returns to step S402 and waits until any of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated. If a stop command is generated, a stop command command is set in step S404. Here, the stop command command is a command transmitted to the display control device 81 in order to grasp which stop switch is operated to generate the stop command. When the stop command command is set, stop control processing shown in steps S405 to S411 is performed to stop the rotating reel.

  In step S405, the symbol number of the symbol that has reached the base point position (lower in this embodiment) at the timing when the stop switch is operated is confirmed. Specifically, the symbol number of the reaching symbol reaching the base point position is confirmed by the number of excitation pulses output from the time when the detection signal of the reel index sensor is input. In the subsequent step S406, the number of reels to be stopped this time is calculated based on the stop information stored in the stop information storage area 106b. In the slot machine 10, as a stop mode for stopping the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R, when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated, a stop mode for stopping the reaching symbol reaching the base position as it is is supported. Stop mode for stopping the reel to be slid after one symbol, Stop mode for stopping after sliding for two symbols, Stop mode for stopping after sliding for three symbols, Stop after sliding for four symbols There are prepared five patterns of stop modes. Therefore, in step S406, based on the stop information stored in the stop information storage area 106b, one of 0 to 4 is calculated as the number of slips. Thereafter, in step S407, the calculated number of threads is added to the symbol number of the reaching symbol, and the symbol number of the stop symbol that is actually stopped at the base point position is determined. In step S408, it is determined whether or not the symbol number of the reaching symbol of the reel to be stopped this time is equal to the symbol number of the stop symbol. If they are equal, a reel stop process for stopping the rotation of the reel is performed in step S409. Do. Thereafter, in step S410, it is determined whether or not all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped. If all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are not stopped, stop information second setting processing is performed in step S411, and the process returns to step S402.

  Here, the stop information second setting process is a process of changing the stop information stored in the stop information storage area 106b of the RAM 106 after the reels are stopped. In the stop information second setting process, the stop information is changed based on the set winning flag and the stop appearance of the stopped reel. In the slot machine 10, for example, when the winning combination is made when IV = 8 to 19, that is, when the bell and two special bells are won (see FIG. 13), the stop switch 42 that has issued a stop command is issued. The stop information second setting process is performed so as to change the winning mode established by the operation order of .about.44.

  FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing a correspondence relationship between the winning flag set when IV = 8 to 19, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 and the winning mode established. For example, when the winning flag “12” corresponding to IV = 12 is set, stop information is set so that the first special bell winning is established when the left stop switch 42 is operated first, and the middle stop is set. Stop information is set so that a bell winning is established when the switch 43 is operated first, and stop information is set so that a ninth special bell winning is established when the right stop switch 44 is operated for the first time. However, even if stop information is set in this way, a corresponding winning may not be established depending on the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44.

  The symbol arrangement of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R will be briefly described. In the slot machine 10, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R can be stopped after sliding up to four symbols from the timing when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated. In the left reel 32L and the right reel 32R, the upper and lower stages are stopped. An effective line is set in the middle reel 32M. For this reason, regarding the left reel 32L and the right reel 32R, if the interval between similar symbols is 6 symbols or less, the winning symbol is displayed when the winning symbol is obtained regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 and 44. The middle reel 32M can be stopped on the active line, and if the same symbols are arranged with an interval of 4 symbols or less, the winning symbol is displayed when the winning symbol is obtained regardless of the operation timing of the stop switch 43. Can be stopped on the active line. On the left reel 32L, a “replay” symbol, a “cherry” symbol, and a “watermelon” symbol are arranged so that the interval between the same symbols is six symbols or less. On the middle reel 32M, a “replay” symbol is arranged. And “Youth” symbols are arranged so that the interval between the same symbols is 4 symbols or less. On the right reel 32R, the interval between the “replay” symbol and the “watermelon” symbol is 6 symbols or less. It is arranged to become. For this reason, when each of the above symbols becomes a winning symbol, the winning symbol can be stopped on the active line regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. On the other hand, with respect to other symbols such as “red bell” symbol and “white bell” symbol, sections are arranged so as to be separated by more than the above interval. It is necessary for the player to operate the stop switches 42 to 44 aiming at the symbol.

  A case will be described as an example where winning is made when IV = 12, and the operation is performed in the order of left stop switch 42 → middle stop switch 43 → right stop switch 44. In such a case, stop control of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R is performed to establish the first special bell winning.

  On the left reel 32L, a “replay” symbol, which is a first special bell symbol, is arranged so that the interval between the symbols of the same kind is six symbols or less. For this reason, when the left stop switch 42 is operated first, the “replay” symbol stops at the upper stage or the lower stage regardless of the operation timing. For example, when the left stop switch 42 is operated at the timing when the 12th “replay” symbol of the left reel 32L reaches the lower stage, as shown in FIG. 16A, the 12th “replay”. The symbol stops at the bottom. As a result, there remains room for the first special bell winning in the third line L3 and the fourth line L4.

  On the middle reel 32M, “red bell” symbols, which are first special bell symbols, are arranged at positions No. 2, No. 5, No. 10, and No. 20. In the sections No. 20 to No. 10, the “red bell” symbols are arranged so that the interval between the “red bell” symbols is 4 or less. In the No. 10 to No. 20 interval, the interval between the “red bell” symbols is 9 symbols. It has become. For this reason, the “red bell” symbol may or may not stop on the active line depending on the operation timing of the middle stop switch 43. Specifically, when the middle stop switch 43 is operated at the timing when any one of the “red 7” symbol of No. 16 and the “red bell” symbol of No. 10 has reached the middle stage, FIG. As shown, the “red bell” symbol, which is the first special bell symbol, stops in the middle. As a result, there remains room for the first special bell winning in the third line L3 and the fourth line L4. On the other hand, when the middle stop switch 43 is operated at the timing when any of the 11th “watermelon” design to the 15th “white bell” design reaches the middle stage, the middle reel 32M is slid by 4 designs. Even if it stops after making it stop, the "red bell" design which is the 1st special bell design cannot be stopped in the middle. When the middle stop switch 43 is operated at such timing, as shown in FIG. 16 (c), the 15th “white bell” symbol stops at the middle stage. When the “red bell” symbol cannot be stopped in the middle, the “white bell” symbol is stopped in the middle, so that in the situation where the winning combination is not notified, the third special bell winning or the fourth special bell winning It is possible to make the player expect that it will be established.

  On the right reel 32R, “red bell” symbols as first special bell symbols are arranged at positions 9 and 16. In the 9th to 16th sections, the interval between the “red bell” symbols is 6 symbols, while in the 16th to 9th segments, the interval between the “red bell” symbols is 13 symbols. For this reason, the “red bell” symbol may or may not stop on the active line depending on the operation timing of the right stop switch 44. Specifically, when the right stop switch 44 is operated at the timing when any of the “blue 7” symbol of No. 3 to the “red bell” symbol of No. 16 reaches the lower stage, the symbol is the first special bell symbol. The “red bell” symbol stops at the top or bottom. As a result, the first special bell winning is established in the third line L3 or the fourth line L4. For example, when the right stop switch 44 is operated at the timing when the 16th “red bell” symbol reaches the lower stage, as shown in FIG. 16 (d), the first special bell is displayed on the fourth line L4. Winning is established. On the other hand, when the right stop switch 44 is operated at the timing when any of the “red 7” symbol of No. 17 to the “white bell” symbol of No. 2 reaches the lower stage, the right reel 32R is provided for 4 symbols. Even if it is stopped after being slid, the “red bell” symbol which is the first special bell symbol cannot be stopped at the upper stage or the lower stage. When the right stop switch 44 is operated at such timing, the “watermelon” symbol stops at the upper stage or the lower stage. For example, when the right stop switch 44 is operated at the timing when the second “white bell” symbol arrives at the lower stage, as shown in FIG. The “Replay”, “White Bell”, and “Watermelon” symbols stop. That is, when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated at a timing at which the first special bell winning cannot be established, the transition point (see FIG. 8) stops on the active line.

  Next, an example will be described in which winning is performed when IV = 8 and the left stop switch 42, the middle stop switch 43, and the right stop switch 44 are operated in this order. In such a case, stop control of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R is performed in order to establish a bell winning.

  On the left reel 32L, a “red bell” symbol, which is a bell symbol, is arranged at positions 13 and 20, and a “white bell” symbol, which is a bell symbol, is arranged at a sixth position. In this case, the interval between the 6th “white bell” symbol and the 13th “red bell” symbol is 6 symbols, and the interval between the 13th “red bell” symbol and the 20th “red bell” symbol is 6 symbols. The interval between the 20th “red bell” symbol and the 6th “white bell” symbol is 6 symbols. That is, the “red bell” symbol and the “white bell” symbol are arranged on the left reel 32L such that the interval between the bell symbols is 6 symbols or less. For this reason, when the left stop switch 42 is operated first, the “red bell” symbol or the “white bell” stops at the upper stage or the lower stage regardless of the operation timing.

  On the middle reel 32M, the “red bell” symbol, which is the bell symbol, is arranged at positions 20, 20, 5, and 10, and the “white bell” symbol, which is the bell symbol, is arranged at the 15th position. ing. In this case, the interval between the “red bell” symbols in the sections 20 to 10 is 4 or less, and the interval between the “red bell” symbol of 10 and the “white bell” symbol of 4 is 4 symbols. The interval between the 15th “white bell” symbol and the 20th “red bell” symbol is 4 symbols. That is, the “red bell” symbol and the “white bell” symbol are arranged on the middle reel 32M so that the interval between the bell symbols is 4 symbols or less. For this reason, when the middle stop switch 43 is operated for the second time, the “red bell” symbol or the “white bell” stops in the middle stage regardless of the operation timing.

  On the right reel 32R, a “red bell” symbol as a bell symbol is arranged at positions 9 and 16, and a “white bell” symbol as a bell symbol is arranged at a second position. In this case, the interval between the 2nd “white bell” symbol and the 9th “red bell” symbol is 6 symbols, and the interval between the 9th “red bell” symbol and the 16th “red bell” symbol is 6 symbols. The interval between the 16th “red bell” design and the 2nd “white bell” design is 6 designs. That is, on the right reel 32R, the “red bell” symbol and the “white bell” symbol are arranged so that the interval between the bell symbols is 6 symbols or less. For this reason, when the right stop switch 44 is operated last, the “red bell” symbol or the “white bell” stops at the upper stage or the lower stage regardless of the operation timing. As a result, the “red bell” symbol or the “white bell” symbol of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R stops on the active line, and a bell winning is established.

  In the case of winning when IV = 8-19, stop information is set so that a bell winning is established for two operation orders among the six operation orders of the stop switches 42-44. Stop information is set so that a special bell winning is established for the operation sequence. As described above, when the stop information is set so that the bell winning is achieved, the bell winning is achieved regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. On the other hand, when the stop information is set so that the special bell winning is established, the special bell winning is established or not established depending on the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. When stop information is set so that the fifth special bell to the twelfth special bell winning are established, that is, when the middle stop switch 43 or the right stop switch 44 is operated first, the corresponding special bell winning is performed. If the stop switches 42-44 are operated at a timing that can be established, the special bell winning is established, and the stop switches 42-44 are operated at a timing at which the corresponding special bell winning cannot be established. For example, the special bell winning will not be established, and the transition will not stop on the active line. In other words, the transition is stopped on the active line only when the left stop switch 42 is first operated and the special bell winning corresponding to the set stop information cannot be established.

  In addition, when the “replay” symbol is stopped on the left reel 32L, the player aims at the “red bell” symbol or the “white bell” symbol when the middle reel 32M and the right reel 32R are stopped. It is assumed that the right stop switch 44 is operated. In such a case, in a situation where the winning combination is not notified, the special bell winning is established with a probability of 1/4, and the transition outcome is stopped on the active line with a probability of 3/4. By the way, in the case of winning when IV = 7, a bell winning is established regardless of the operation order and operation timing.

  Returning to the description of the reel control process, if it is determined in step S410 that all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped, a payout determination process is performed in step S412. The payout determination process is a process of setting the payout number of medals as one of the conditions that the combination of winning symbols is arranged on the active line. In the payout determination process, a combination of symbols formed on each active line is derived from the symbol number of the stopped symbol stopped at the lower stage of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R, and whether or not a winning is achieved on the effective line. Determine. If a winning is established, it is further determined whether or not the winning combination is associated with the winning flag set in the winning flag storage area 106a. If the winning winning combination corresponds to the winning flag, the winning winning combination and the number of payouts corresponding to the winning winning combination are set in the payout information storage area provided in the RAM 106. On the other hand, if the winning combination does not correspond to the winning flag, an abnormality occurrence process for notifying the occurrence of an error is performed while the slot machine 10 is set in an error state. Such an error state is maintained until the reset switch 72 is operated. When the payout determination process is completed, in step S413, a winning result command is set so that the display control device 81 can grasp the winning combination in the current game, and the reel control process is ended.

  Next, the outline of the medal payout process in step S211 will be described.

  In the medal payout process, it is determined whether or not the payout number set in the payout information storage area is zero. If the number of payouts is 0, it means that it has been determined in the previous payout determination process that a small winning combination has not been established. In such a case, based on the winning combination set in the payout determination process, it is determined whether or not any of the first regame winning to the twelfth regame winning is achieved. If none of the re-game winnings have been established, the medal payout process is terminated, and if any of the re-game winnings have been established, a re-game setting process is performed for changing the gaming state to the re-gaming state. Then, the medal payout process is terminated. In the start waiting process S204 described above, an automatic insertion process is performed when it is determined that the current gaming state is the re-gaming state.

  On the other hand, if the number of payouts set in the payout information storage area is not 0, the same number of medals are paid out, and the medal payout process is terminated. Specifically, regarding the payout of medals, when the count value of the credit counter has not reached the upper limit (the number of stored medals is 50), the payout number is added to the count value of the credit counter and the value after the addition is added. It is displayed on the credit display unit 60. In addition, when the count value of the credit counter reaches the upper limit, or when the count value reaches the upper limit during the addition of the payout number, the medal payout rotating plate is driven and the medal is discharged from the hopper device 51. It pays out to the medal tray 50 through the exit 49. In the medal payout process, a process of changing the payout number displayed on the payout number display unit 62 in accordance with the medal payout is also performed. When the current gaming state is the BB state, the payout number is subtracted from the value of the remaining payout number counter, which will be described later, and the remaining payout number displayed on the remaining payout number display unit 61 is subtracted. .

  Next, the RT state process of step S212 will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  In step S501, it is determined whether or not the transition outcome has stopped on the active line. If the transition is stopped, the process proceeds to step S502, and it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is the normal gaming state. If the current gaming state is the normal gaming state, the first RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S503, and this process ends. If it is determined in step S502 that the current gaming state is not the normal gaming state, it means that any of the first RT setting flag to the fifth RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c. In such a case, the RT setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c is cleared in step S504, and the first RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S503. finish.

  If the first RT setting flag is set in step S503, the gaming state shifts to the first RT state. In step S302 of the lottery process, it is determined that the current gaming state is the first RT state based on the first RT setting flag being set in the state information storage area 106c, and the first RT state lottery table is selected. To do.

  FIG. 18 is a first RT state lottery table selected in the first RT state of “setting 3”. In the first RT state lottery table, 26 index values IV are set. The same winning combination and point value PV as in the normal gaming state lottery table (see FIG. 13) are set for IV = 1 to 19, and the first replay or the winning combination is set for IV = 20 to 26. A plurality of replays including the first replay are set, and a point value PV is set. Then, when the winning / failing determination is made using such a lottery table, the probability of winning in the case of IV = 1 to 19 is equal to each winning probability in the normal gaming state, and the probability of winning in the case of IV = 20 Is about 16.9, and the probability of winning when IV = 21 to 26 is about 54.6. Also, the probability of losing no winning combination is about 1.80.

  Here, as shown in FIG. 13, in the normal game state, if the winning is made when IV = 20, the sixth regame is won. The winning probability for IV = 20 is about 7.30. In the 1st RT state, if it is elected when IV = 20, it will be elected for the first replay, and if elected when IV = 21, it will be elected for the first replay and the second replay, If it is won when IV = 22, it will be won for the first replay, the second regame, and the 10th regame. If it is won when IV = 23, it will be the first regame, When the game and the 11th regame are won, and when the win is IV = 24, the 1st replay, the 2nd replay and the 12th replay are won, and when the IV = 25, the win is won. If the first regame, the second regame, the tenth regame, and the eleventh regame are won, and if it is won when IV = 26, the first regame, the second regame, the tenth regame Wins the game and the 12th replay. The probability of winning in any of IV = 20 to 26 is about 7.30. In other words, when the gaming state transitions to the first RT state, a winning mode in which a bonus for replaying is given for each role type of small role, replaying, and BB with the same probability as the normal gaming state. Changes to something different from the normal gaming state. More specifically, in the normal gaming state, only the sixth re-game winning that does not shift the gaming state is established, and in the first RT state, the second re-game winning that shifts to the second RT state and the first that shifts to the normal gaming state. A re-game prize, a tenth re-game prize, an eleventh re-game prize, and a twelfth re-game prize are established.

  In addition, in the stop information second setting process S411 under the first RT state, in addition to the case where the winning is made when IV = 21 to 26 in addition to the case where the winning is made when IV = 8 to 19 described above, Stop information is set in order to change the winning mode established by the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 that have generated the stop command.

  FIG. 19 is a diagram illustrating a correspondence relationship between a winning flag that is set when winning is made when IV = 20 to 26 under the first RT state, and an operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 and a winning mode that is established. FIG. On the left reel 32L, the “replay” symbol and the “cherry” symbol are arranged so that the interval between the symbols of the same type is 6 symbols or less. Are arranged so that the interval between the same symbols is 4 symbols or less, and the right reel 32R has the “replay” symbol and the “watermelon” symbol so that the interval between the same symbols is 6 symbols or less. Has been placed. For this reason, when stop information is set to establish the first regame prize, the “cherry” symbol and “replay” symbol that will establish the first regame prize regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. , “Replay” symbols or “Replay” symbols, “Youth” symbols, and “Watermelon” symbols on the active line. Similarly, when stop information is set to establish the second regame prize, the “replay” symbol and “replay” symbol that establish the second regame prize regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. , “Watermelon” symbol combination stops on the active line. The tenth regame prize, the eleventh regame prize, and the twelfth regame prize are established only when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated at a predetermined timing. The winning flag “22” to the winning flag “27” are associated with the second regame only in one of the six operation orders, and other operation orders are other than the second regame. Are associated with each other. Therefore, in a game in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, when any of the winning flag “22” to the winning flag “27” is set, the second replay has a probability of 1/6. A win is established, and a re-game win other than the second re-game is established with a probability of 5/6.

  Returning to the description of the RT state process, if it is determined in step S501 that the transition point is not stopped on the active line, the process proceeds to step S505, and based on the winning winning combination set in the previous payout determination process. Then, it is determined whether or not any of the first re-game prize, the tenth re-game prize, the eleventh re-game prize, and the twelfth re-game prize is established. If any of the re-game winnings is established, the RT setting flag set in the state information storage area 106c is cleared in step S506, and this process ends. As a result, when any one of the first re-game prize, the tenth re-game prize, the eleventh re-game prize, and the twelfth re-game prize is established, the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state.

  If none of the first regame prize, the tenth regame prize, the eleventh regame prize, or the twelfth regame prize is established, the process proceeds to step S507, and the prize set in the previous payout determination process is established. Based on the winning combination, it is determined whether or not the second re-game winning is established. If the second re-game winning is established, the second RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S508, and this process ends.

  If the second RT setting flag is set in step S508, the gaming state shifts to the second RT state. In step S302 of the lottery process, it is determined that the current gaming state is the second RT state based on the second RT setting flag being set in the state information storage area 106c, and the second RT state lottery table is selected. To do.

  FIG. 20 is a second RT state lottery table selected in the second RT state of “setting 3”. In the second RT state lottery table, 25 index values IV are set. In IV = 1-19, the same winning combination and point value PV as the normal gaming state lottery table (see FIG. 13) are set, and in IV = 20-25, the first re-game is selected as the winning combination. A plurality of re-games including the third re-game are set and a point value PV is set. Then, when the winning / failing determination is made using such a lottery table, the probability of winning in the case of IV = 1-19 is equal to the winning probability in the normal gaming state, and the winning in IV = 20-25. The probabilities are each about 24.0. In addition, the probability of losing no winning combination is about 1.30. That is, when transitioning to the second RT state, the probability of losing is lower than in the normal gaming state, which is advantageous to the player. Then, in the second RT state, a third re-game prize that shifts to the third RT state, a first re-game prize that shifts to the normal game state, a tenth re-game prize, an eleventh re-game prize, and a twelfth re-game prize Is established.

  In the stop information second setting process S411 under the second RT state, in addition to the case where the winning is made when IV = 8 to 19 described above, the stop command is also given when the winning is made when IV = 20 to 25 Stop information is set so as to change the winning mode which is established according to the operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44 that have generated the.

  FIG. 21 is a diagram illustrating a correspondence relationship between a winning flag that is set when winning is achieved when IV = 20 to 25 under the second RT state, and an operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 and a winning mode that is established. FIG. On the left reel 32L and the right reel 32R, “replay” symbols are arranged so that the interval between the same symbols is 6 symbols or less, and on the middle reel 32M, the “youth” symbols are spaced between the same symbols. Are arranged so as to be 4 patterns or less. For this reason, when stop information is set to establish the third regame prize, the “replay” symbol and “youth” symbol that establish the third regame prize regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. , “Replay” symbol combination stops on the active line. The first re-game prize, the tenth re-game prize, the eleventh re-game prize, and the twelfth re-game prize are as described above. In the winning flag “28” to the winning flag “33”, the third replay is associated with only one operation order out of the six operation orders, and the other operation orders are other than the third regame. Are associated with each other. Therefore, in a game in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, if any of the winning flag “28” to the winning flag “33” is set, the third replay has a probability of 1/6. A win is established, and a re-game win other than the third re-game is established with a probability of 5/6.

  Returning to the description of the RT state process, if the second regame winning is not established, the process proceeds to step S509, and the third regame winning is established based on the winning combination set in the previous payout determination process. Determine whether or not. If the third re-game winning is established, the third RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S510, and this process ends.

  If the third RT setting flag is set in step S510, the gaming state shifts to the third RT state. In step S302 of the lottery process, it is determined that the current gaming state is the third RT state based on the setting of the third RT setting flag in the state information storage area 106c, and the third RT state lottery table is selected. To do.

  FIG. 22 is a third RT state lottery table selected in the third RT state of “setting 3”. Twenty-five index values IV are set in the third RT state lottery table. In IV = 1-19, the same winning combination and point value PV as the normal gaming state lottery table (see FIG. 13) are set, and in IV = 20-25, the first re-game is selected as the winning combination. A plurality of re-games including the fourth re-game are set and a point value PV is set. Then, when the winning / failing determination is made using such a lottery table, the probability of winning in the case of IV = 1-19 is equal to the winning probability in the normal gaming state, and the winning in IV = 20-25. Each probability is about 8.80. In addition, the probability of losing no winning combination is about 1/423. That is, when transitioning to the third RT state, the probability of losing is lower than in the normal gaming state, which is advantageous to the player. And in the 3rd RT state, the 4th re-game prize which shifts to the 4th RT state, the 1st re-game prize which shifts to the normal gaming state, the 10th re-game prize, the 11th re-game prize and the 12th re-game prize Is established.

  In the stop information second setting process S411 under the third RT state, in addition to the case where the winning is made when IV = 8 to 19 described above, the stop command is also given when the winning is made when IV = 20 to 25 Stop information is set so as to change the winning mode which is established according to the operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44 that have generated the.

  FIG. 23 is a diagram illustrating a correspondence relationship between a winning flag that is set when winning is made when IV = 20 to 25 under the third RT state, and an operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 and a winning mode that is established. FIG. The “cherry” symbol on the left reel 32L and the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R are arranged so that the interval between the same symbols is 6 symbols or less, and the “replay” symbol on the middle reel 32M is the same symbol. It arrange | positions so that the space | intervals may become 4 symbols or less. For this reason, when stop information is set to establish the fourth regame prize, the “cherry” symbol and the “replay” symbol that will establish the fourth regame prize regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. , “Watermelon” symbol combination stops on the active line. The first re-game prize, the tenth re-game prize, the eleventh re-game prize, and the twelfth re-game prize are as described above. In the winning flag “34” to the winning flag “39”, the fourth regame is associated with only one operation order out of the six operation orders, and the other operation orders are other than the fourth regame. Are associated with each other. Therefore, in a game in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, if any of the winning flag “34” to the winning flag “39” is set, the fourth replay has a probability of 1/6. A win is established, and a re-game win other than the fourth re-game is established with a probability of 5/6.

  Returning to the description of the RT state process, if the third re-game winning is not established, the process proceeds to step S511, and the fourth re-game winning is established based on the winning combination set in the previous payout determination process. Determine whether or not. If the fourth regame winning is established, the fourth RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S512, and this process is terminated.

  If the fourth RT setting flag is set in step S512, the gaming state shifts to the fourth RT state. In step S302 of the lottery process, it is determined that the current gaming state is the fourth RT state based on the setting of the fourth RT setting flag in the state information storage area 106c, and the fourth RT state lottery table is selected. To do.

  FIG. 24 is a fourth RT state lottery table selected in the fourth RT state of “setting 3”. In the fourth RT state lottery table, 25 index values IV are set. In IV = 1-19, the same winning combination and point value PV as the normal gaming state lottery table (see FIG. 13) are set, and in IV = 20-25, the first re-game is selected as the winning combination. A plurality of re-games including the fifth re-game are set and a point value PV is set. Then, when the winning / failing determination is made using such a lottery table, the probability of winning in the case of IV = 1-19 is equal to the winning probability in the normal gaming state, and the winning in IV = 20-25. Each probability is about 8.80. In addition, the probability of losing no winning combination is about 1/423. That is, when transitioning to the fourth RT state, the probability of losing is lower than in the normal gaming state, which is advantageous to the player. In the fourth RT state, a fifth regame prize that shifts to the fifth RT state, a first regame prize that transitions to the normal game state, a tenth regame prize, an eleventh regame prize, and a twelfth regame prize Is established.

  In the stop information second setting process S411 under the fourth RT state, in addition to the case where the winning is made when IV = 8 to 19 described above, the stop command is also given when the winning is made when IV = 20 to 25 Stop information is set so as to change the winning mode which is established according to the operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44 that have generated the.

  FIG. 25 is an explanatory diagram showing a correspondence relationship between a winning flag that is set when winning is made when IV = 20 to 25 under the fourth RT state, and a winning mode that is established. The “cherry” symbol on the left reel 32L and the “watermelon” symbol on the right reel 32R are arranged so that the interval between the symbols of the same type is 6 symbols or less, and the “youth” symbol on the middle reel 32M is the symbol of the same type. It arrange | positions so that the space | intervals may become 4 symbols or less. For this reason, when stop information is set to establish the fifth regame prize, the “cherry” symbol and “youth” symbol that result in the fifth regame prize regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. , “Watermelon” symbol combination stops on the active line. The first re-game prize, the tenth re-game prize, the eleventh re-game prize, and the twelfth re-game prize are as described above. In the winning flag “40” to the winning flag “45”, the fifth regame is associated with only one operation order out of the six operation orders, and the other operation orders are other than the fifth regame. Are associated with each other. Therefore, in a game in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, if any of the winning flag “40” to the winning flag “45” is set, the fifth replay has a probability of 1/6. A win is established, and a re-game win other than the fifth re-game is established with a probability of 5/6.

  Returning to the description of the RT state process, if the fourth regame winning is not established, the process proceeds to step S513, and the fifth regame winning is established based on the winning combination set in the previous payout determination process. Determine whether or not. If the fifth regame prize has not been established, the present process is terminated. If the fifth regame prize has been established, the fifth RT setting flag is set in the status information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S514. Set and finish this process.

  If the fifth RT setting flag is set in step S514, the gaming state shifts to the fifth RT state. In step S302 of the lottery process, it is determined that the current gaming state is the fifth RT state based on the setting of the fifth RT setting flag in the state information storage area 106c, and the fifth RT state lottery table is selected. To do.

  FIG. 26 is a fifth RT state lottery table selected in the fifth RT state of “setting 3”. In the fifth RT state lottery table, 29 index values IV are set. The same winning combination and point value PV as in the normal gaming state lottery table (see FIG. 13) are set for IV = 1 to 19, and the sixth regame or the winning combination is set for IV = 20 to 29. A plurality of re-games including the sixth re-game are set and a point value PV is set. Then, when the winning / failing determination is made using such a lottery table, the probability of winning in the case of IV = 1 to 19 is equal to each winning probability in the normal gaming state, and the probability of winning in the case of IV = 20 Is about 1.40 / 40, the probability of winning when IV = 21 is about 1 / 51.8, the probability of winning when IV = 22 is about 1/655, when IV = 23 The probability of winning is about 1/650, and the probability of winning when IV = 24 to 29 is about 16.4. In addition, the probability of losing no winning combination is about 1/417. That is, when transitioning to the fifth RT state, the probability of losing is lower than in the normal gaming state, which is advantageous to the player. Then, in the fifth RT state, the sixth re-game prize, the seventh re-game prize, the eighth re-game prize, the ninth re-game prize, and the first re-game prize, which are shifted to the normal gaming state, are not changed. A 10 regame prize, an eleventh regame prize, and a twelfth regame prize are established.

  In the stop information second setting process S411 under the fifth RT state, in addition to the case where the winning is made when IV = 8 to 19 described above, the stop command is also given when the winning is made when IV = 21 to 29 Stop information is set so as to change the winning mode which is established according to the operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44 that have generated the.

  FIG. 27 is an explanatory diagram showing a correspondence relationship between a winning flag that is set when winning is made when IV = 20 to 29 under the fifth RT state, and a winning mode that is established. A “replay” symbol is arranged on the left reel 32L and the right reel 32R so that the interval between the same symbols is 6 symbols or less, and on the middle reel 32M, the interval between the same symbols is 4 symbols or less. In this way, a “replay” symbol is arranged. For this reason, when stop information is set to establish the sixth regame prize, the “replay” symbol and the “replay” symbol that will result in the sixth regame prize regardless of the operation timing of the stop switches 42 to 44. , “Replay” symbol combination stops on the active line. Further, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are arranged so that a section in which the “red 7” symbols are separated from the symbol intervals is formed. For this reason, each of the combinations of the “Red 7” symbol, “Replay” symbol, “Replay” symbol, the seventh regame award, the eighth regame award, and the ninth regame award, which will be the sixth regame award, It is established only when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated at a predetermined timing. The first re-game prize, the tenth re-game prize, the eleventh re-game prize, and the twelfth re-game prize are as described above. In the winning flag “50” to the winning flag “55”, the sixth regame is associated with only one operation order out of the six operation orders, and the other operation orders are other than the sixth regame. Are associated with each other. Therefore, in a game in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, if any of the winning flag “40” to the winning flag “45” is set, the sixth replay has a probability of 1/6. A win is established, and a re-game win other than the sixth re-game is established with a probability of 5/6.

  Here, the transition of the gaming state relating to the normal gaming state and each RT state will be described with reference to FIG.

  When the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the gaming state shifts to the first RT state by stopping the transition outcome on the active line. In the transition event, stop information is set to establish one of the first special bell prize to the fourth special bell prize, and when the corresponding special bell prize cannot be established, it stops on the active line. . In other words, the transition outcome is won when IV = 12 to 19, and when the left stop switch 42 is operated first and the special bell winning is not established, it stops on the active line. The probability of winning in any of IV = 12-19 is about 1.90. Further, when the player operates the middle stop switch 43 and the right stop switch 44 aiming at one of the “red bell” symbol and the “white bell” symbol in a situation where the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified. The first special bell prize to the fourth special bell prize are established with a probability of 1/4, and the transitional outcome stops on the active line with a probability of 3/4. Therefore, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state and the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the state is shifted to the first RT state with a probability of about 1/20. In the normal game state, whether or not the winning combination is made for the second replay, the third replay, the fourth regame, and the fifth regame is not performed. No event that causes transition to the state or the fifth RT state occurs.

  When the gaming state is the first RT state, when the second re-game winning is established, the gaming state shifts to the second RT state, and the first re-game winning, the tenth re-game winning, the eleventh re-game winning, the twelfth The game state shifts to the normal game state when a re-game win (hereinafter, these four re-game wins are collectively referred to as “falling re-game win”) is established. As described above, in the case of winning when IV = 21 to 26, stop information is set to establish the second re-game winning in one of the six operation sequences, Stop information is set in order to establish a fall replay prize in the operation sequence. The probability of winning in any of IV = 21 to 26 is about 1/10. In addition, when winning is achieved when IV = 20, a fall replay prize is established regardless of the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44. The probability of winning when IV = 20 is about 16.9. Therefore, when the gaming state is the first RT state and the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the state shifts to the second RT state with a probability of about 1/5, and about 8.48 minutes. It shifts to the normal gaming state with a probability of 1. That is, in the first RT state, the probability of shifting to the normal gaming state is higher than the probability of shifting to the second RT state. In the first RT state, since the winning combination determination is not performed for the third replay, the fourth regame, and the fifth regame, the first RT state to the second RT state, the third RT state, the fourth RT state, and the fifth RT state are performed. There is no event that goes to.

  When the gaming state is the second RT state, the gaming state is shifted to the third RT state when the third re-game winning is established, and the transition point is stopped on the active line, the transition is made to the first RT state, and falls. When the re-game winning is established, the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state. As described above, when winning is made when IV = 20 to 25, stop information is set to establish the third replay prize in one of the six operation sequences, and the other Stop information is set in order to establish a fall replay prize in the operation sequence. The probability of winning in any of IV = 20-25 is about 4.00. In addition, the probability that the transition point stops on the active line is about 5.20. Therefore, when the gaming state is the second RT state and the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the state is shifted to the third RT state with a probability of about 1 / 4.0 and about 5.20 minutes. It shifts to the first RT state with a probability of 1 and shifts to the normal gaming state with a probability of about 4.80. That is, in the second RT state, the probability of shifting to the first RT state or the normal gaming state is higher than the probability of shifting to the third RT state. Note that in the second RT state, whether or not the winning combination is determined for the fourth re-game and the fifth re-game is not performed, and therefore an event that shifts from the second RT state to the fourth RT state or the fifth RT state does not occur.

  When the gaming state is the 3rd RT state, the gaming state is shifted to the 4th RT state when the 4th re-game winning is established, and the transition is stopped on the active line, the transition is made to the 1st RT state, and falls. When the re-game winning is established, the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state. As described above, when winning is made when IV = 20 to 25, stop information is set in order to establish the fourth replay prize in one of the six operation orders, Stop information is set in order to establish a fall replay prize in the operation sequence. The probability of winning in any of IV = 20-25 is about 1/47. In addition, the probability that the transition point stops on the active line is about 5.20. Therefore, when the gaming state is the third RT state and the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the state shifts to the fourth RT state with a probability of about 8.82 and takes about 5.20 minutes. It shifts to the first RT state with a probability of 1 and shifts to the normal gaming state with a probability of about 1.77. That is, in the third RT state, the probability of shifting to the first RT state or the normal gaming state is higher than the probability of shifting to the fourth RT state. Note that in the third RT state, whether or not the winning combination is determined with respect to the fifth replay is not performed, and therefore, an event that shifts from the third RT state to the fifth RT state does not occur.

  When the gaming state is the fourth RT state, the gaming state is shifted to the fifth RT state when the fifth re-game winning is established, and the transition point is stopped on the active line, the transition is made to the first RT state, and falls. When the re-game winning is established, the gaming state shifts to the normal gaming state. As described above, when winning is made when IV = 20 to 25, stop information is set to establish the fifth regame prize in one of the six operation sequences, and the other Stop information is set in order to establish a fall replay prize in the operation sequence. The probability of winning in any of IV = 20-25 is about 1/47. In addition, the probability that the transition point stops on the active line is about 5.20. Therefore, when the gaming state is the fourth RT state and the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the state shifts to the fifth RT state with a probability of about 8.82 and takes about 5.20 minutes. It shifts to the first RT state with a probability of 1 and shifts to the normal gaming state with a probability of about 1.77. That is, in the fourth RT state, the probability of shifting to the first RT state or the normal gaming state is higher than the probability of shifting to the fifth RT state.

  When the gaming state is the fifth RT state, the transition is stopped on the active line to shift to the first RT state, and the falling re-game winning is established to shift the gaming state to the normal gaming state. As described above, in the case of winning in the case of IV = 24 to 29, stop information is set to establish the sixth regame prize in one of the six operation sequences, and the other Stop information is set in order to establish a fall replay prize in the operation sequence. The probability of winning in any of IV = 24 to 29 is about 1.73. In addition, the probability that the transition point stops on the active line is about 5.20. Therefore, when the gaming state is the fifth RT state and the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the state shifts to the first RT state with a probability of about 5.20 and takes about 3.28 minutes. It shifts to the normal gaming state with a probability of 1.

  As described above, in order to shift the gaming state from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state, it is necessary to pass through the four RT states of the first RT state to the fourth RT state. In addition, when a fall re-game winning is established in the second RT state to the fourth RT state, it shifts to the normal gaming state instead of shifting to the previous RT state (that is, the RT state in which the previous one stayed). When the transition point stops on the active line, the transition to the first RT state is performed instead of transition to the previous RT state (that is, the RT state in which the previous stay was present). For this reason, when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, it is difficult to shift to the fifth RT state. Incidentally, the probability of shifting from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state in a situation where the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified is about 1 / 50,000.

  Next, the BB state process of step S213 will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  First, in step S601, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is the BB state. If not in the BB state, the BB determination process shown in steps S602 to S605 is performed.

  In the BB determination process, it is determined in step S602 whether the first BB winning flag or the second BB winning flag is set. If any of the BB winning flags is set, the process proceeds to step S603 to determine whether the first BB winning or the second BB winning is established based on the winning combination set in the previous payout determination process. judge. If any BB winning is established, the BB setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S604. At this time, the BB winning flag set in the winning flag storage area 106a of the RAM 106 is cleared. In step S605, 442 is set in the remaining payout counter for counting the remaining number of medals that can be paid out in the BB state provided in the status information storage area 106c, and 442 is displayed on the remaining payout number display unit 61. Process. By performing the processing of step S604 and step S605, the gaming state shifts to the BB state. In step S302 of the lottery process, it is determined that the current gaming state is the BB state based on the BB setting flag being set in the state information storage area 106c, and the lottery table for the BB state is selected.

  If the gaming state has shifted to the BB state, an affirmative determination is made in step S601, and an end determination process is performed in step S606. In the end determination process, for example, it is determined whether or not the value of the remaining payout counter is 0. When the value is 0, the BB setting flag is cleared and the game state is changed to the normal game state.

  When no BB winning flag is set (when step S602 is NO), when any BB winning is not established (when step S603 is NO), the remaining payout counter is set at step S605. In the case where 442 is set and the case where the end determination process is performed in step S606, the process proceeds to step S607, and a status command is set. Here, the state command is a command transmitted to the display control device 81 in order to grasp the gaming state at the time of the end of the game (that is, the gaming state of the next game). In step S607, the state information storage area A status command corresponding to the setting flag set in 106c is set.

  After setting the status command, in step S608 to step S614, signal output processing for outputting a jackpot signal indicating that a jackpot has occurred in the hall management device or the like is performed. Specifically, first, in step S608, it is determined whether or not a jackpot signal is output from the external concentrated terminal board 121 to the hall management device or the like. If the jackpot signal is not output, the process proceeds to step S609 to determine whether or not the current gaming state is the BB state. If not in the BB state, it is further determined in step S610 whether or not the current gaming state is the fifth RT state. If the current gaming state is neither the BB state nor the fifth RT state, the process is terminated as it is. If the current gaming state is the BB state or the fifth RT state, the external concentration terminal is set in step S611. An output start process for starting output of the jackpot signal from the plate 121 is performed, and this process is terminated.

  As described above, in the slot machine 10, the jackpot signal is output when the gaming state shifts to the BB state and when the gaming state shifts to the fifth RT state. For this reason, in a game arcade or the like in which a slot machine 10 and a jackpot counter that displays the number of jackpots of the slot machine 10 are connected and installed, in addition to the transition to the BB state, Can also be displayed on the jackpot counter. The jackpot signal when the state shifts to the BB state and the jackpot signal when the state shifts to the fifth RT state may be output from different output portions of the external concentrated terminal board 121. In such a configuration, in the jackpot counter, the number of times of shifting to the BB state and the number of times of shifting to the fifth RT state can be displayed separately.

  If it is determined in step S608 that a jackpot signal is being output, the process proceeds to step S612 to determine whether or not the current gaming state is the BB state. If not in the BB state, it is further determined in step S613 whether or not the current gaming state is the fifth RT state. When the current gaming state is the BB state or the fifth RT state, this process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the current gaming state is neither the BB state nor the RT state, it means that the BB state or the fifth RT state has ended. To end this process.

  In the slot machine 10, the display control device 81 does not notify the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, so that the gaming state can easily shift from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state, The state may become difficult to shift from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state. That is, in this slot machine 10, the transition probability of transition from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state changes depending on whether or not the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified. Therefore, hereinafter, various processes performed by the display control device 81 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 30 to 36.

  The status command process will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  In step S701, it is determined whether or not a status command has been received from the main control apparatus 101. If not received, this processing is terminated. If the state command is received, the process proceeds to step S702, and the gaming state indicated by the state command is stored in the RAM of the display control device 81. In step S703, it is determined whether or not the current game is a game in which the BB state has ended. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a state command indicating that the previous game is in the BB state is received and a state command indicating that the current game is in the normal gaming state is received. If the current game is a game in which the BB state has ended, the process proceeds to step S704, and a waiting game number lottery process is performed. In the waiting game number lottery process, one of the values 1 to 1280 is acquired based on the random number acquired by the display control device 81. In step S705, the value acquired in the standby game number lottery process is set in a standby game number counter provided in the RAM of the display control device 81. Thereafter, this process is terminated.

  If it is determined in step S703 that the current game is not a game in which the BB state has ended, the process proceeds to step S706, and it is determined whether a penalty flag is set. When the penalty flag is set, the penalty game number subtraction process shown in steps S707 to S709 is performed, and then this process is terminated. If the penalty flag is not set, the process ends after performing the waiting game number subtraction process shown in steps S710 to S713. The penalty game number subtraction process will be described later, and the standby game number subtraction process will be described.

  In the standby game number subtraction process, it is determined in step S710 whether or not the value of the standby game number counter is zero. If the value of the standby game number counter is 0, the process is terminated as it is. If the value of the standby game number counter is not 0, 1 is subtracted from the value of the standby game number counter in step S711. In a succeeding step S712, it is determined whether or not the value of the waiting game number counter after the subtraction is zero. If the value of the standby game number counter is not 0, the process is terminated as it is. If the value of the standby game number counter is 0, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified in step S713. The notification flag is set, and this processing is terminated.

  As described above, when the BB state ends, the display control device 81 sets any value from 1 to 1280 as the number of waiting games. If the penalty flag is not set, the waiting game number is decremented by 1 every time a status command is received (that is, every time one game is finished), and the waiting game number becomes 0. Set the notification flag.

  Next, the lottery result command processing will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  In step S801, it is determined whether or not a lottery result command has been received from the main control apparatus 101. If not received, the process is terminated. If a lottery result command has been received, the process proceeds to step S802, where it is determined whether or not any combination has been won. If no winning combination has been won, the process is terminated. If any winning combination has been won, it is determined in step S803 whether a penalty flag is set. If the penalty flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S804, and it is determined whether or not the notification flag is set.

  If the notification flag is set, it is determined in step S805 and step S806 whether the bell or the fall replay is won. If the bell or the fall replay is won, the process proceeds to step S807 to determine whether or not the current gaming state is the normal gaming state. If the current gaming state is not the normal gaming state, that is, if it is any of the first RT state to the fifth RT state, the process proceeds to step S808, and an operation order notification process is performed to notify the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44. This process is terminated. In the operation order notification process, when it is determined in step S805 that the bell has been won, a process for notifying the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 that can establish a bell winning is performed, and in step S806. When it is determined that the fall replay is won, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 that can establish either the second regame prize or the sixth regame prize instead of the fall regame prize is notified. Process. On the other hand, when the current gaming state is the normal gaming state, the present process is terminated as it is without notifying the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44. This is due to the following reason. That is, in order to shift from the normal gaming state to the first RT state, it is necessary to operate the stop switches 42 to 44 so that the transition point stops on the active line. Since the transition outcome is to stop on the active line when the special bell winning cannot be achieved, when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 capable of establishing the bell winning is informed, This is because it is not possible to shift from the gaming state to the first RT state.

  Since the slot machine 10 is characterized by the operation order notification mode, the operation order notification process will be described in detail.

  In the operation order notification process, a notification table stored in advance in the ROM of the display control device 81 is referred to. In the notification table, as shown in FIG. 32A, a correspondence relationship between the winning flag and the notification content is defined. For example, if the lottery result command indicates the winning flag “26”, the second regame prize can be established by operating the left stop switch 42 → the right stop switch 44 → the middle stop switch 43 in this order. (See FIG. 19). Therefore, in such a case, as shown in FIG. 32 (b), a box labeled “left” indicating the left stop switch 42 and an arrow that extends to the right from the box and then bends to the lower left are displayed as auxiliary displays. This is displayed on the part 65. Also, for example, if the lottery result command indicates a winning flag “24”, the second regame winning can be established by operating in the order of the middle stop switch 43 → the right stop switch 44 → the left stop switch 42. (See FIG. 19). In such a case, as shown in FIG. 32 (c), a box labeled “middle” indicating the middle stop switch 43 and an arrow that extends to the upper right from the box and then turns to the left are displayed. . For example, if the lottery result command indicates the winning flag “22”, the second regame winning can be established by operating the right stop switch 44 → the middle stop switch 43 → the left stop switch 42 in this order. (See FIG. 19). Therefore, in such a case, as shown in FIG. 32 (d), a box indicated as “right” indicating the right stop switch 44 and an arrow that extends from the box to the lower left and then bends to the upper left are displayed. .

  As described above, in the slot machine 10, touch-operated stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged at the apexes of the guide groove 40 that is formed in a downward substantially equilateral triangle shape. For this reason, the player first touches the suggested stop switch (the corresponding apex portion of the guide groove 40), and then moves the finger along the outer periphery of the guide groove 40 in the notified direction. A Bell prize or a second re-game prize to a sixth re-game prize can be established.

  Returning to the description of the lottery result command process, if it is determined in step S804 that the notification flag is not set, or if it is determined in step S806 that the fall replay is not won, the process proceeds to step S809. It is determined whether or not a specific role is won. Specifically, it is determined whether or not one of the cherry, the first watermelon, the second watermelon, the seventh regame, and the ninth regame is won. If the specific combination is not won, the process is terminated as it is. If the specific combination is won, a notification lottery process is performed in step S810.

  In the notification lottery process, as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 33, it is determined in step S901 whether or not the current gaming state is the fifth RT state. If the current gaming state is not the fifth RT state, the process proceeds to step S902, and a notification lottery is performed based on the random number acquired by the display control device 81. In step S903, it is determined whether or not the notification lottery has been won. If the lottery has not been won, the process is terminated. On the other hand, if the notice lottery is won, the value of the standby game number counter is set to 0 in step S904, the notice flag is set in step S905, and the process is terminated. If it is determined in step S901 that the current gaming state is the fifth RT state, 1 is added to the value of the accumulation counter provided in the RAM of the display control device 81 in step S906, and this process is performed. finish.

  Next, winning result command processing will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  In step S1001, it is determined whether or not a winning result command has been received from the main control apparatus 101. If not received, the present process is terminated. If a winning result command has been received, the process proceeds to step S1002 to determine whether or not a fifth regame winning has been established. If the fifth regame winning is established, it is determined in step S1003 whether or not a notification flag is set. If the notification flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S1005 after setting the notification flag in step S1004. If the notification flag is set, the process proceeds to step S1005. In step S1005, based on the random number acquired by the display control device 81, a notification frequency lottery process for determining the notification frequency for notifying the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is performed. In step S <b> 1006, the notification count determined in the notification count lottery process is set in a notification count counter provided in the RAM of the display control device 81. Thereafter, this process is terminated. Incidentally, in the slot machine 10, any one of 16, 33, 50, and 75 is set in the notification number counter by performing the notification number lottery process.

  If it is determined in step S1002 that the fifth regame prize has not been established, the process proceeds to step S1007, and it is determined whether or not a notification flag is set. If the notification flag is not set, the process is terminated as it is. If the notification flag is set, it is determined in step S1008 whether or not a fall replay prize has been established, and step S1009. It is determined whether or not the transition outcome has stopped on the active line. The case where the falling re-game winning is established and the case where the transition outcome is stopped on the active line means that the gaming state has shifted to the normal gaming state or the first RT state. In such a case, the notification flag is cleared in step S1010, and the waiting game number lottery process described above is performed in step S1011. In step S1012, the value acquired in the waiting game number lottery process is set in the waiting game number counter. Thereafter, this process is terminated.

  On the other hand, if the falling replay winning is not established in the situation where the notification flag is set and the transition outcome does not stop on the active line, this processing is performed after performing the notification processing in step S1013. Exit.

  In the notification process, as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 35, it is determined in step S1101 whether or not the value of the notification number counter is not zero. If the value of the notification number counter is 0, the process is terminated as it is, and if it is not 0, it is determined in step S1102 whether or not a small winning prize has been established. If the small role winning is not established, this process is terminated as it is, and if the small role winning is achieved, the nine small portion winning, that is, the bell winning, in which nine medals are paid out in step S1103. Alternatively, it is determined whether or not any of the first special bell prize to the twelfth special bell prize is established. If the 9 small winning combination has not been established, the present process is terminated. If the 9 small winning combination has been established, 1 is subtracted from the value of the notification number counter in step S1104. Thereafter, in step S1105, it is determined whether or not the value of the notification number counter is zero. If the value of the notification number counter is not 0, this process is terminated as it is, and if it is 0, the notification flag is cleared in step S1106. In a succeeding step S1107, it is determined whether or not the value of the accumulation counter is not zero. If the value of the accumulation counter is not 0, the notification flag is set again in step S1108, and 1 is subtracted from the value of the accumulation counter in step S1109. In step S1110, the notification frequency lottery process described above is performed. In step S1111, the notification frequency determined in the notification frequency lottery process is set in the notification frequency counter. Thereafter, this process is terminated. On the other hand, if the value of the accumulation counter is 0, the waiting game number lottery process described above is performed in step S1112. In step S1113, the value acquired in the waiting game number lottery process is set in the waiting game number counter. Thereafter, this process is terminated.

  Next, the stop command command process will be described based on the flowchart of FIG.

  In step S1201, it is determined whether or not a stop command command has been received. If not received, the process is terminated. If a stop command command has been received, the process proceeds to step S1202 to determine whether or not a notification flag is set. If the notification flag is set, this processing is terminated as it is, and if the notification flag is not set, the processing is terminated after performing the penalty determination processing shown in steps S1203 to S1207.

  In the penalty determination process, whether or not the current stop command is the first stop command in step S1203, that is, whether or not the stop command is generated while all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are rotating. judge. If it is not the first stop command, this processing is terminated as it is, and if it is the first stop command, it is determined in step S1204 whether or not the left stop switch 42 has been operated as the first stop command. When the left stop switch 42 is operated and the first stop command is generated, this process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, when the middle stop switch 43 or the right stop switch 44 is operated and the first stop command is generated, the process proceeds to step S1205, and it is determined whether or not the penalty flag is set. If the penalty flag is not set, the penalty flag is set in step S1206. After that, or when the penalty flag is already set, 2 is added to the value of the penalty game number counter provided in the RAM of the display control device 81 in step S1207, and this process is terminated.

  Thus, in this slot machine 10, when the left stop switch 42 is not operated first in a situation where the notification flag is not set, the penalty flag is set and 2 is added to the value of the penalty game number counter. It has become so.

  When the penalty flag is set, in the state command process (see FIG. 30), an affirmative determination is made in step S706, and the penalty game number subtraction process shown in steps S707 to S709 is performed instead of the standby game number subtraction process. In the penalty game number subtraction process, 1 is subtracted from the value of the penalty game number counter in step S707, and it is determined whether or not the value of the penalty game number counter is 0 in step S708. If the value of the penalty game number counter is not 0, the process is terminated as it is. If it is 0, the process is terminated after the penalty flag is cleared in step S709. In the lottery result command process (see FIG. 31), if the penalty flag is set, an affirmative determination is made in step S803, and the lottery result command process is terminated. That is, when the penalty flag is set, the notification lottery process is not performed even if the specific combination is won.

  That is, when the middle stop switch 43 or the right stop switch 44 is first operated in a situation where the notification flag is not set, the value of the waiting game number counter is not subtracted after the game is finished. Further, in the next game, even if a specific combination is won, notifying lottery processing is not performed, and the value of the waiting game number counter is not subtracted. Therefore, when the middle stop switch 43 or the right stop switch 44 is first operated in a situation where the notification flag is not set, a disadvantageous situation occurs for the player.

  Here, the flow of the game of the slot machine 10 will be described. In the present slot machine 10, the first BB winning probability is very low, about 1/16400 and the second BB winning probability is about 1/25050. Therefore, in order to facilitate understanding, the flow of the game after the end of the BB state will be described.

  When the BB state ends, main controller 101 shifts the gaming state from the BB state to the normal gaming state. At this time, the display control device 81 performs a standby game number lottery process, and sets any value of 1 to 1280 in the standby game number counter. The notification flag that notifies the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is set when the number of waiting games becomes zero. That is, when the number of standby games is not 0, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified.

  When the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the transition probability from one gaming state to another gaming state is as described above. That is, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the state shifts to the first RT state with a probability of about 1/20. When the gaming state is the first RT state, the state shifts to the second RT state with a probability of about 1/5, and shifts to the normal gaming state with a probability of about 1 / 8.48. When the gaming state is the second RT state, the state is shifted to the third RT state with a probability of about 1 / 4.0, and the state is shifted to the first RT state with a probability of about 1/20. Transition to the normal gaming state with a probability of 1 /. When the gaming state is the third RT state, the state transitions to the fourth RT state with a probability of about 8.82, the state transitions to the first RT state with a probability of about 1/20, and about 1.77. Transition to the normal gaming state with a probability of 1 /. When the gaming state is the fourth RT state, the state is shifted to the fifth RT state with a probability of about 8.82, the state is shifted to the first RT state with a probability of about 1/20, and about 1.77. Transition to the normal gaming state with a probability of 1 /. As a result, when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the probability of shifting from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state is about 1 / 50,000, that is, until the transition from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state. The expected value of the required number of games is about 50,000 times, and it is very difficult to shift to the fifth RT state.

  For this reason, the player needs to play the game every time so that the number of waiting games becomes zero. The number of waiting games is decremented by 1 when a game is played by first operating the left stop switch 42 in a situation where the penalty flag is not set. Further, when the specific combination is won in a situation where the penalty flag is not set and the notification lottery is won, the number of waiting games is set to zero. The penalty flag is set when the middle stop switch 43 or the right stop switch 44 is first operated in a situation where the notification flag is not set. That is, in order to set the number of waiting games to 0, it is necessary to first operate the left stop switch 42 in each game.

  When the number of waiting games becomes 0, the display control device 81 sets a notification flag. When the bell or the fall replay is won in the first RT state to the fourth RT state, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified. The player operates the stop switches 42 to 44 in the notified operation order, so that the player wins the bell or the second regame prize to the fifth regame prize (without operating the stop switches 42 to 44 for the design. Hereinafter, it is also called “promotion replay prize”. In addition, by establishing a bell prize or a promotion re-game prize, it is possible to avoid a fall re-game prize being established or a stoppage of a transition on the active line, and the game state is changed to the 5th RT state relatively quickly. It is possible to migrate.

  When the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified, the transition probability from one gaming state to another gaming state is as follows. When the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the state shifts to the first RT state with a probability of about 1/20. That is, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the expected value of the number of games required to shift to the first RT state is about 5.20 times. When the gaming state is the first RT state, the state is shifted to the second RT state with a probability of about 9.10. In other words, when the gaming state is the first RT state, the expected value of the number of games required to shift to the second RT state is about 9.10 times. When the gaming state is the second RT state, the state shifts to the third RT state with a probability of about 4.00. In other words, when the gaming state is the second RT state, the expected value of the number of games required to shift to the third RT state is about 4.00 times. When the gaming state is the third RT state, the state shifts to the fourth RT state with a probability of about 1.47. In other words, when the gaming state is the third RT state, the expected value of the number of games required to shift to the fourth RT state is about 1.47. When the gaming state is the fourth RT state, the state shifts to the fifth RT state with a probability of about 1.47. In other words, when the gaming state is the fourth RT state, the expected value of the number of games required to shift to the fifth RT state is about 1.47. As a result, when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified, the probability of shifting from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state is about 21.2, that is, shifting from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state. The expected value of the number of games required until this is about 21.2 games, and it is very easy to shift to the fifth RT state. Incidentally, when the game state when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified is the first RT state, the expected value of the number of games required to shift to the fifth RT state is about 16. In the case where the game state when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified is the second RT state when the game becomes 0 game, the expected value of the number of games required to shift to the fifth RT state is about When the game state when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is informed is the third RT state, the expected number of games required to shift to the fifth RT state Is about 2.94 games, and the game state when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is informed is the fourth RT state, the state shifts to the fifth RT state. The number of games of the expected value required for until about 1.47 game.

  When the gaming state shifts to the fifth RT state, the display control device 81 performs a notification number lottery process and sets any value of 16, 33, 50, 75 to the notification number counter. Then, when the bell winning or special bell winning is established, the value of the notification number counter is decremented by 1, and when the value of the notification number counter becomes 0, the notification flag is cleared. That is, in the fifth RT state, when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 for establishing the bell winning is notified for the number of notifications, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified. Hereinafter, the gaming state from when the gaming state shifts to the fifth RT state until the notification flag is cleared is also referred to as a privilege grant state.

  The expected value of medal payout per game in the fifth RT state is about 4.80 when the stop switches 42 to 44 are operated in the notified operation order. Since it is necessary to bet three medals in order to play one game, it can be expected that the number of medals increases by about 1.80 per game in the fifth RT state. By the way, in the normal gaming state, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, so that when the left stop switch 42 is operated first, the expected value for paying out medals per game is about 1.44. That is, in the case of shifting to the fifth RT state, if the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified, it becomes more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state. In each lottery table, when the middle stop switch 43 or the right stop switch 44 is first operated, the point value PV of the index value IV = 12 to 19 at which the bell winning is established, the left stop switch 42 is operated first. In this case, it is set higher than the point value PV of the index value IV = 8 to 11 at which the bell winning is established (see, for example, FIG. 13). For this reason, when the stop switches 43 and 44 other than the left stop switch 42 are first operated in the normal gaming state, the expected value of paying out medals per game is about 2.02. However, when the stop switches 43 and 44 other than the left stop switch 42 are operated first, the display control device 81 sets a penalty flag, so that the number of waiting games does not become zero even if a repeated game is played. In addition, when the stop switches 43 and 44 other than the left stop switch 42 are first operated, the main control device 101 performs stop control of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R so as not to stop on the transition line. Do. Therefore, when the stop switches 43 and 44 other than the left stop switch 42 are operated first, the expected value for paying out medals per game is increased, but it is disadvantageous for the player as a result.

  By the way, when 16 is set as the number of notifications, an increase of about 100 medals can be expected by the end of the privilege granting state, and when 33 is set as the number of notifications, the privilege granting state is set. An increase of about 200 medals can be expected by the end of the event, and if 50 is set as the number of notifications, an increase of about 300 medals can be expected by the end of the privilege granting state. As a result, an increase of about 450 medals can be expected by the end of the privilege granting state.

  The display control device 81 determines whether or not the value of the accumulation counter is 0 when the value of the notification number counter becomes 0 under the fifth RT state. When the value of the accumulation counter is not 0, the notification flag is set again, and the notification count lottery process is performed, and any one of 16, 33, 50, and 75 is set again in the notification count counter. That is, when the value of the accumulation counter is not 0, the state shifts to the privilege grant state again after the privilege grant state ends. The value of the accumulation counter is incremented by 1 when a specific combination is won in the fifth RT state. From this point of view, it can be said that the fifth RT state is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state.

  When the value of the accumulation counter is 0, the display control device 81 performs a standby game number lottery process, and sets any value from 1 to 1280 in the standby game number counter. As a result, the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified again until the number of waiting games becomes zero. The expected value of medal payout per game in the fifth RT state is about 3.07 when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified. Since it is necessary to bet three medals to play one game, it can be expected that the number of medals will increase by about 0.07 per game in the fifth RT state. Therefore, even in a situation where the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not notified, the fifth RT state is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state. However, in such a situation, the transition outcome stops on the active line with a probability of about 1/20 and transitions to the first RT state, and the fall replay prize is established with a probability of about 3.28. Then, the normal gaming state is entered. For this reason, if the transition outcome stops on the active line or the falling re-game winning is established before the number of waiting games becomes 0, the situation advantageous to the player is ended.

  According to the embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects are obtained.

  Each of the stop switches 42 to 44 is arranged such that when any two stop switches are connected by a straight line, the other one stop switch is located off the straight line. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to increase the distance between adjacent stop switches as compared to a configuration in which the stop switches are arranged in a straight line. As a result, it is possible to suppress erroneous operation of a stop switch different from the stop switch that the player intends to operate.

  The stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged so as to be located immediately below the corresponding reels 42L, 42M, and 42R. By adopting such a configuration, even when the stop switch is operated while visually recognizing the spinning reel, it is possible to prevent the player from operating the stop switch differently from the stop switch that the player intends to operate. It becomes possible to do. Certainly, if the stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged so that at least one of the stop switches 42 to 44 is shifted from the position immediately below the corresponding reels 42L, 42M, 42R, the stop switches 42 to 44 are linearly connected. Even when arranged so as to be lined up, the distance between adjacent stop switches can be increased. However, in such a configuration, there is a possibility that the stop switch may not be operated when attempting to operate the stop switch while visually recognizing the design of the rotating reel, and there is a concern that the operability may be lowered. It becomes. On the other hand, in the configuration in which each of the stop switches 42 to 44 is arranged such that when one of the two stop switches is connected with a straight line, the other one stop switch is off the straight line, It becomes possible to lengthen the distance between adjacent stop switches while eliminating.

  The left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 44 are arranged so as to be aligned in the horizontal direction, and the upper end of the middle stop switch 43 is positioned below the lower ends of the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 43. Arranged. The player often misoperates the stop switch operation sequence. The player often operates the stop switch while visually recognizing the spinning reel. This is an event in which an adjacent stop switch is operated by mistake in the position of a stop switch to be operated. It is assumed that this is because the distance between adjacent stop switches is short as a result of arranging the stop switches so as to be arranged in a straight line directly under the corresponding reel. Therefore, even if the position of the stop switch that the player wants to operate is misplaced by arranging the middle stop switch 43 so that the upper end portion thereof is positioned below the lower end portions of the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 43. Opportunities for operating other stop switches can be reduced, and opportunities for the player to mistake the operating sequence of the stop switches can be reduced.

  The left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 44 are arranged in the horizontal direction. In a situation where the operation sequence of the stop switch is not notified, it is generally assumed that the player stops in the order of left reel 32L → middle reel 32M → right reel 32R. Therefore, by adopting such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the chance that the player feels uncomfortable with the arrangement of the stop switches 42 to 44. Further, the left stop which is assumed to be often operated first by arranging the middle stop switch 43 so that the upper end portion thereof is located below the lower end portions of the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 43. The switch 42 can be disposed above. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in operability. When the middle stop switch 43 is arranged so that the lower end thereof is located above the upper ends of the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 43, the position of the left stop switch 42 is located lower than necessary. This is because operability may be reduced.

  Each stop switch 42-44 was arrange | positioned so that a mutual distance might become equal. By adopting such a configuration, it becomes possible to make the amount of finger movement from the time when one stop switch is operated to the time when another stop switch is operated to improve the operability. .

  A first guide groove portion 40a formed to connect the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 44 with a straight line; a second guide groove portion 40b formed to connect the right stop switch 44 and the middle stop switch 43 with a straight line; A guide groove portion 40 formed by a third guide groove portion 40c formed so as to connect the middle stop switch 43 and the left stop switch 42 with a straight line is provided. With this configuration, the player can operate the stop switches 42 to 44 by moving his / her finger along the guide groove 40. As a result, it is possible to suppress accidental operation of another stop switch in an attempt to operate a predetermined stop switch.

  The guide groove 40 is formed so as to connect the stop switches 42 to 44 with straight lines. In such a configuration, if the player moves his / her finger along the guide groove 40 and operates each of the stop switches 42 to 44, the amount of movement of the finger can be minimized. As a result, the operability can be improved and the player can be encouraged to use the guide groove 40.

  In the privilege grant state, when notifying the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, the box indicating the stop switch to be operated first and the third after extending from the box toward the stop switch to be operated next And an arrow that bends toward the stop switch to be operated. By adopting such a configuration, when the stop switches 42 to 44 are connected so that any two stop switches are connected by a straight line, the other slot switch is disposed so as to be off the straight line. 10, the player can intuitively grasp the operation order regardless of the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44. By the way, in the configuration in which the stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged in a straight line, if the operation order is so-called forward push or reverse push, the operation order can be notified by the above configuration, but the middle press etc. If the other operation order is used, there is a possibility that the player may erroneously grasp the operation order.

  In the configuration provided with the guide groove portion 40, when notifying the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, the box suggests a stop switch to be operated first, and extends from the box toward the stop switch to be operated next. And an arrow that bends toward the stop switch to be operated third afterward. With this configuration, the player can grasp the subsequent position of the stop switch by moving his / her finger along the guide groove 40 as long as the position of the stop switch to be operated first is confirmed. . Therefore, it is possible to concentrate the player on the rotating reel (design variation display), and it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

  Each of the stop switches 42 to 44 is not a conventional push operation type switch that detects that the player has performed a push operation, but a touch operation type switch that detects that the player has touched. By adopting such a configuration, the player can stop the rotating reel only by moving his / her finger along the guide groove 40. Therefore, it becomes possible to improve operability.

(Second Embodiment)
In the first embodiment, the arrangement of the stop switches 42 to 44 and the notification mode of the operation order are devised to reduce the chance that the player mistakes the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44. Instead of or in addition to this, it is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the above opportunity is reduced by processing on the main control device 101 side. Therefore, such a configuration will be described in detail below. Since the basic configuration is the same as that of the first embodiment, only the differences will be described below.

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the fifth RT state process. The fifth RT state process is a process performed in place of step S513 and step S514 in the RT state process (see FIG. 17) of the first embodiment.

  In the fifth RT state process, in step S1301, it is determined based on the winning combination set set in the previous payout determination process whether or not a fifth re-game winning is achieved. If the fifth regame winning is not established, this process is terminated as it is. If the fifth re-game winning is established, the fifth RT setting flag is set in the state information storage area 106c of the RAM 106 in step S1302, and the guaranteed number counter provided in the state information storage area 106c in step S1303. Is set to 16, and this processing is terminated.

  Next, the winning combination confirmation process will be described based on the flowchart of FIG. The winning combination confirmation process is a process performed after step S309 is performed in the lottery process (see FIG. 12) of the first embodiment. The winning combination confirmation process may be performed after step S306 or after a negative determination is made in step S308, and may be configured before step S309 or after step S310. It is good also as a structure to perform.

  In the winning combination confirmation process, in step S1401, it is determined whether or not the value of the guaranteed number counter is zero. If the value of the guaranteed number counter is 0, the present process is terminated as it is. If the value of the guaranteed number counter is not 0, the process proceeds to step S1402 to determine whether or not the bell is won. If the bell is won, the process proceeds to step S1403, and 1 is subtracted from the value of the guaranteed number counter. Thereafter, in step S1404, the first operation table stored in advance in the ROM 105 of the main controller 101 is referred to.

  The first operation table is a table that defines the correspondence between the winning flag and the stop switch. Specifically, the left stop switch 42 is associated with the winning flags “8” to “11”, and the middle stop switch 43 is associated with the winning flags “12” to “15”. The right stop switch 44 is associated with the winning flags “16” to “19”. As described above, when the winning flags “8” to “11” are set, the bell winning can be established by operating the left stop switch 42 first, and the winning flags “12” to “15”. Is set, a bell winning can be established by operating the middle stop switch 43 first. When the winning flags “16” to “19” are set, the right stop switch 44 is set. Is first operated, a bell winning can be established (see FIG. 15). That is, in the first operation table, the correspondence relationship between the winning combination including the special bell and the stop switch to be operated first when the bell winning is established is defined. Note that the left stop switch 42 is associated with the case where the winning combination is only the bell (winning flag “7”).

  Further, the first operation table defines a correspondence relationship between the winning combination including the fall replay and the sixth regame and the stop switch to be operated first when the sixth regame winning is established. . Specifically, the right stop switch 44 is associated with the winning flags “50” and “51”, and the middle stop switch 43 is associated with the winning flags “52” and “53”. The left stop switch 42 is associated with the winning flags “54” and “55” (see FIG. 27 for the relationship between the winning flag and the winning combination).

  Returning to the description of the winning combination confirmation process, in step S1405, the stop switch corresponding to the current winning combination set in the first operation table is specified, and the stop switch is used as the first operation stop switch. Store in the RAM 106. Thereafter, a guarantee flag is set in step S1406, and this process is terminated.

  If it is determined in step S1402 that the bell has not been won, the process proceeds to step S1407, and it is determined whether or not the fall replay is won. If the fall replay is not won, the process is terminated. If the fall replay is won, the process from step S1404 to step S1406 is performed without subtracting 1 from the value of the guaranteed number counter. To end this process.

  Next, the operation confirmation processing will be described based on the flowchart of FIG. The operation confirmation process is a process performed in place of the processes in step S402 and step S403 in the reel control process (see FIG. 14) of the first embodiment.

  In the operation confirmation process, in step S1501, it is determined whether any of the stop switches 42 to 44 has been operated. Specifically, in the sensor monitoring process of the timer interrupt process (see step S107, FIG. 10), all the stop detection sensors 42a of the left stop detection sensor 42a, the middle stop detection sensor 43a, and the right stop detection sensor 44a. The signal input status from ~ 44a is read. When the signal input status from the stop detection sensor is switched from OFF to ON, an operation flag corresponding to the switched stop detection sensor is set. When the signal input status is switched from ON to OFF, the corresponding operation flag is set. clear. In step S1501, it is determined that the stop switch corresponding to the operation flag is operated when the operation flag is set, and it is determined that the stop switch is not operated when the operation flag is not set.

  When none of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated, the process waits until any of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated. If it is determined that any one of the stop switches 42 to 44 has been operated, the process proceeds to step S1502, and it is determined whether or not the guarantee flag is set. If the guarantee flag is not set, it is determined in step S1503 whether or not a stop switch corresponding to the rotating reel has been operated, that is, whether or not a stop command has been issued. If no stop command has been issued, the process returns to step S1501 and waits until any of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated. If a stop command is generated, the process is terminated as it is, and a stop command command set, a stop control process, and the like shown in step S404 and subsequent steps are performed.

  If it is determined in step S1502 that the guarantee flag is set, the process proceeds to step S1504, and the first operation stored in the winning combination confirmation process is grasped. In step S1505, it is determined whether the stop switch operated this time matches the first operation grasped in step S1504, that is, whether the current operation is a correct operation. If the current operation is a correct operation, it is determined that a stop command has been issued, the guarantee flag is cleared in step S1506, and then the present process is terminated, and a stop command command set and a stop control process shown in step S404 and thereafter are performed. Do. On the other hand, if the current operation is not the correct operation, the process returns to step S1501 and waits until any of the stop switches 42 to 44 is operated.

  As described above, in the operation confirmation process, when the guarantee flag is set, it is determined that a stop command has been issued only when the operation performed on the stop switch is a correct operation, and the corresponding reel is stopped. That is, when the guarantee flag is set, only the operation of the stop switch that can establish the bell winning or the sixth replay winning is valid, and the operation of the other stop switches is invalid. Since the guarantee flag is cleared when the stop switch corresponding to the first operation is operated, if all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are rotating when the bell or the fall replay is won, Only the stop switch that can establish the Bell winning or the sixth replay winning is effective, and when one reel stops, it becomes effective even if any of the remaining two stop switches are operated.

  Here, a specific operation when each of the above processes is performed will be described.

  When the fifth re-game winning is established, main controller 101 sets a fifth RT setting flag to shift the gaming state to the fifth RT state, and sets 16 to the guaranteed number counter.

  When the value of the guarantee counter is not 0, main controller 101 stores the first operation and sets the guarantee flag in the game won for the bell or the fall replay. Further, when the winning number is won when the value of the guaranteed number counter is not 0, 1 is subtracted from the value of the guaranteed number counter. When the value of the guaranteed number counter becomes 0, the first operation is not stored even if the winning of the bell and the fall replay is won. That is, the main control device 101 stores the first operation and sets the guarantee flag in the game won in the bell or the fall replay until the bell is won 16 times after the transition to the fifth RT state.

  When the guarantee flag is set, main controller 101 determines whether or not the operation is a correct operation when stop switches 42 to 44 are operated. If the operation is correct, the guarantee flag is cleared and the corresponding reel is stopped on the assumption that a stop command has been issued. On the other hand, if the operation is not correct, the reel is not stopped even if the stop switch corresponding to the rotating reel is operated. That is, the operation of the stop switch by the player is invalidated. For this reason, if a bell is won in a situation where the value of the guarantee counter is not 0 (hereinafter, this situation is also referred to as a “guarantee period”), a bell winning is always established. In addition, when the fall replay is won during the guarantee period, the first stop command corresponds to the sixth regame win, so that the chance that the fall replay win is established can be reduced.

  When the display control device 81 receives a winning result command indicating that the fifth regame winning has been established, the display control device 81 performs a notification number lottery process, and sets any value of 16, 33, 50, 75 to the notification number counter. To do. Then, when the bell winning or special bell winning is established, the value of the notification number counter is decremented by 1, and when the value of the notification number counter becomes 0, the notification flag is cleared. That is, the display control device 81 does not notify the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 for establishing the bell winning is notified for the number of notifications. As described above, main controller 101 sets 16 in the guaranteed number counter when the fifth re-game winning is established, and subtracts 1 from the value of the guaranteed number counter when winning the bell. For this reason, when the display control device 81 sets 16 to the notification number counter, the game times when the privilege grant state ends and the game times when the warranty period ends coincide with each other, and the operation of the stop switches 42 to 44 is performed. The Bell prize can be established 16 times without changing the order. In addition, when the display control device 81 sets any value of 33, 50, 75 to the notification number counter, the privilege grant state continues even after the end of the guarantee period. For this reason, in such a case, it is necessary to be careful not to make a mistake in the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 after the guarantee period ends.

  According to the embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects are obtained.

  When the gaming state shifts to the fifth RT state, the main controller 101 sets the warranty period. In the warranty period, when a fall replay or special bell is won, it is determined that a stop command is generated only when a stop switch that is a correct operation is operated with respect to the first stop command. . With this configuration, during the warranty period, it is possible to avoid that the transition outcome stops on the active line and the privilege granting state ends, and at the same time a fall replay prize is established and the privilege is granted. Opportunities that the state ends can be reduced. As a result, it is possible to reduce the opportunity for the player to misoperate the operation sequence of the stop switches 42 to 44 under the privilege granting state, and to reduce the opportunity for the player to reduce the game motivation. Become.

  In addition to the event that the player erroneously operates the adjacent stop switch as described above, the main control device 101 operates the stop switch. Misunderstood that the player has detected the player even though the main controller 101 has not detected the operation by operating the predetermined stop switch in a situation where it has not been determined whether or not There is an event in which the stop switch to be operated next is operated and the main control device 101 detects the operation. This is because the player mistakenly operates the stop switch according to the determination timing of the main control device 101 even though the player operates the stop switch in the notified operation sequence. There is a possibility that the player may significantly reduce his / her willingness to play. The above event is likely to occur when the player knows all the operation order. Further, the above event is likely to occur in a situation where all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are rotating. As described in the rotation start process, the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R start to rotate after the wait time elapses, and the time until the wait time elapses changes depending on the time required for the previous game. For this reason, the time required for the main control device 101 to start determining whether or not the stop switch has been operated after the start command is generated changes for each game. Therefore, with respect to the first stop command, it is possible to avoid the opportunity for the occurrence of the above event by determining that the stop command is generated only when the stop switch that is the correct operation is operated, It is possible to reduce the opportunity for the player to reduce the game motivation.

  When one reel is stopped, the corresponding reel is stopped regardless of which of the remaining two stop switches is operated. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to leave room for a bonus re-playing prize to be completed and the privilege grant state to end even in the guarantee period. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from becoming monotonous.

  Certainly, when the falling replay is won during the guarantee period, the operation order that can establish the sixth replay winning prize is stored, and not only the first stop command but also the second stop command and the third stop command are stored. It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which it is determined that a stop command is generated only when a stop switch that is a correct operation is operated. However, in such a configuration, there is a possibility that the player has a passive impression of the game. For example, a player who plays a slot machine of such a configuration for the first time can be relieved that if the operating sequence of the stop switch is mistaken, the corresponding reel will not stop and the establishment of a fall replay prize can be avoided. It is assumed that On the other hand, a player who knows that the reels will not stop if the stop switch is operated in the wrong order will stop in the wrong operation order even though the fall replay prize can be avoided during the warranty period. There is a possibility that the reel does not stop even if the switch is operated, and that the impression of being hit is held. This leads to a monotonous game. However, when one reel is stopped as in the present slot machine 10, in a configuration in which the corresponding reel is stopped regardless of which of the remaining two stop switches is operated, even if it is a guarantee period, a moderate tension is felt. It is possible to cause the player to operate the stop switch while holding the game, and to suppress the game from becoming monotonous.

  Even if the display control device 81 sets any of 16, 33, 50, and 75 in the notification counter, the main control device 101 changes from the transition to the fifth RT state until the bell winning is established 16 times. The period is set as the guarantee period. By adopting such a configuration, regardless of which value is set in the notification count counter, the transitional outage is stopped until the game number in which the 16th bell winning with the lowest degree of player advantage is established. It can be surely avoided. Therefore, it is possible to suitably avoid that the player has reduced the game motivation. Furthermore, with this configuration, it is also possible to improve the game entertainment interest.

  Certainly, the main control device 101 can set the guaranteed number counter to the same value as the value set in the notification number counter by the display control device 81, and the period until the privilege grant state ends can be set as the guaranteed period. . However, in such a configuration, there is a possibility that the player has a passive impression of the game. For example, if a player who first plays a slot machine having such a configuration accidentally operates a stop switch different from the correct operation in a situation where all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are rotating, the corresponding reel is stopped. It is assumed that he / she is relieved that he / she could avoid the suspension of the transitional event. On the other hand, in the situation where all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are rotating, the player who knows that the reels do not stop even if the stop switch different from the correct operation is operated avoids the stoppage of the transitional start, etc. depending on the warranty period In spite of the fact that the reel is not stopped even if the stop switch is operated, there is a possibility of having an impression of being hit. This leads to a monotonous game. However, in the configuration in which the game times at which the privilege grant state ends and the game times at which the warranty period ends do not match as in the present slot machine 10, even in one privilege grant state, the warranty period It is possible to create a situation in which the player can play with confidence under the game, and a situation in which the player plays with care so as not to make a mistake in the operation order. Therefore, it is possible to give an inflection to the game under the privilege granting state, and it is possible to improve the gaming interest.

(Third embodiment)
Next, a third embodiment will be described. In addition, about the same structure as the said 1st Embodiment, suppose that the same number is provided and description is abbreviate | omitted. 40 is a front view of the slot machine 10, and FIG. 41 is an exploded perspective view of the main part of the front door 12.

  In the present embodiment, a first lower panel 211 and a second lower panel 212 are provided below the game panel 25. In addition, a circular operation unit 240 is provided at the lower center portion of the game panel 25 so as to straddle both the lower panels 211 and 212. On the outer periphery of the operation unit 240, a left stop switch 242, a middle stop switch 243, and a right stop switch 244 are arranged at equal intervals. These stop switches 242 to 244 are operated to individually stop the rotating reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. When the left stop switch 242 is operated, the rotation of the left reel 32L is stopped, when the middle stop switch 243 is operated, the rotation of the middle reel 32M is stopped, and when the right stop switch 244 is operated. Stops the rotation of the right reel 32R. In this slot machine 10, as the stop switches 242 to 244, touch-operated switches that detect that the player has touched are used. However, the conventional push-operated switches that detect that the player has pressed down are used. It may be adopted.

  Here, the configuration of the operation unit 240 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 42 is an exploded perspective view of the operation unit 240.

  The operation unit 240 includes a case part 261 and a movable part 281.

  The case portion 261 includes a rear case 262 and a front case 263 that covers the rear case 262 from the front side.

  The rear case 262 has a U-shaped cross section and is formed in an annular shape that opens to the front of the slot machine 10. A photo that detects the passage of light in the front-rear direction of the slot machine 10 is formed on the outer periphery of the rear case 262. Sensors 263 to 265 are arranged at equal intervals (that is, at intervals of 120 degrees). More specifically, the first photosensor 263 is disposed at a position of 30 degrees of the rear case 262, and the second photosensor 264 is disposed at a position of 150 degrees of the rear case 262. The photo sensor 265 is disposed at a position of 270 degrees on the rear case 262. Further, a mounting portion 266 is formed on the rear case 262, and a motor 267 having a gear 267a is mounted on the mounting portion 266. A longitudinally extending reinforcing member 268 is provided on the rear side of the rear case 262, and a detection main body 269 for detecting the operation of the stop switches 242 to 244 is attached to the central portion of the reinforcing member 268. Yes.

  The front case 263 has a U-shaped cross section and is formed in an annular shape that opens to the rear of the slot machine 10, and notches 270 to 272 are formed at positions corresponding to the photosensors 263 to 265. Yes.

  The movable part 281 has a movable disk 282, an operation part 283, and a lid member 284.

  The movable disk 282 is formed in an annular shape and is sandwiched between the front case 262 and the rear case 263. The outer diameter of the movable disk 282 is larger than the inner diameter of the rear case 262 and smaller than the outer diameter, and the inner diameter of the movable disk 282 is smaller than the inner diameter of the rear case 262. Therefore, in a state of being sandwiched between the front case 262 and the rear case 263, a part of the movable disk 282 is exposed on the inner peripheral side of the cases 262 and 263. On the back side of the movable disk 282, a fitting groove 285 that fits with the gear 267 a of the motor 267 is formed over the entire circumference of the movable disk 282. Further, the movable disk 282 has one notch 286 formed on the outer periphery.

  An operation unit 283 is attached to the front side of the movable disk 282. The operation portion 283 includes a flat plate-like first branch portion 283a extending in the direction of 300 degrees from the center, a flat plate-like second branch portion 283b extending in the direction of 60 degrees from the center, and a flat plate extending in the direction of 180 degrees from the center. The third branch portion 283c is formed in a substantially Y shape. Stop detection sensors 242a, 242b, and 242c that are connected to the detection main body 269 and detect the operation of the stop switches 242 to 244 are provided at the front end portions of the branch portions 283a, 283b, and 283c, respectively. Stop switches 242 to 244 are attached so as to cover these stop detection sensors 242a, 242b, and 242c from the front. The operation part 283 is attached to the movable disk 282 so that the second branch part 283b is located at a position shifted by 30 degrees clockwise from the notch part 286 of the movable disk 282. Further, a lid member 284 is attached to the front surface side of the movable disk 282 so as to close the inner peripheral side of the front case 262.

  Next, the operation of the operation unit 240 will be described.

  When the motor 267 attached to the case unit 261 is driven, the operation unit 281 rotates in accordance with the rotation of the gear 267a. When the notch 286 formed in the movable disk 282 moves to a position corresponding to the first photosensor 263, the detection state of the first photosensor 263 is switched from the OFF state to the ON state. The detection state of the second photosensor 264 and the third photosensor 265 at this time is an OFF state. In such a situation, as shown in FIG. 40, the left stop switch 242 is at a position of 300 degrees, the middle stop switch 243 is at a position of 180 degrees, and the right stop switch 244 is at a position of 60 degrees. When the notch 286 formed in the movable disk 282 moves to a position corresponding to the second photosensor 264, the detection state of the second photosensor 264 is switched from the OFF state to the ON state. At this time, the detection state of the first photosensor 263 and the third photosensor 265 is OFF. In such a situation, the left stop switch 242 is at a position of 60 degrees, the middle stop switch 243 is at a position of 300 degrees, and the right stop switch 244 is at a position of 180 degrees. When the notch 286 formed in the movable disk 282 moves to a position corresponding to the third photosensor 265, the detection state of the third photosensor 265 is switched from the OFF state to the ON state. At this time, the detection state of the first photosensor 263 and the second photosensor 264 is OFF. In such a situation, the left stop switch 242 is in the 180 degree position, the middle stop switch 243 is in the 60 degree position, and the right stop switch 244 is in the 300 degree position. Hereinafter, this situation is referred to as an initial situation.

  On the second lower panel 212 of the slot machine 10, two protrusions 213 are formed below the middle stop switch 243 in FIG. 40 and linearly extend downward from both left and right ends of the middle stop switch 243.

  In the slot machine 10, the display control device 81 performs rotation control of the operation unit 281. Therefore, in the following, various processes performed when the display control device 81 performs rotation control of the operation unit 281 will be described.

  FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing the initial rotation process. The initial rotation process is a process performed after the lottery result command process (see FIG. 31) ends. In the lottery result command process according to the present embodiment, if it is determined in step S804 that the notification flag is set, the process ends without performing the processes in steps S805 to S808, and the process proceeds to the initial rotation process. To do. That is, in this embodiment, the operation order is not notified in the privilege grant state.

  In the initial rotation process, it is determined in step S1601 whether or not the notification flag is set. If the notification flag is not set, the process is terminated. If the notification flag is set, it is determined in step S1602 and step S1603 whether a special bell or a fall replay is won. If the special bell and the fall replay are not won, this processing is terminated. On the other hand, if the special bell or the fall replay is won, the process proceeds to step S1604, and the drive control table stored in advance in the ROM of the display control device 81 is referred to. In the drive control table, a correspondence relationship between the winning flag and the drive content is defined. As the driving contents, a stop switch that is initially arranged at the upper position of the protrusion 213 (in FIG. 40, the position of the middle stop switch 243, hereinafter referred to as “specified position”) and the movable portion 281 are rotated. Direction and are set. Although detailed description is omitted, regarding the specific correspondence between the winning flag and the drive content, the direction in which the movable portion 281 is rotated is opposite to the notification table shown in FIG. Except the same. In step S1605, the driving content corresponding to the winning flag is stored in the RAM of the display control device 81. In step S1606, it is determined whether or not the current direction of rotation of the movable portion 281 is counterclockwise. If it is counterclockwise, the rotation flag is set in step S1607 and then the process proceeds to step S1608. If it is clockwise, the process proceeds to step S1608 without setting the rotation flag. In step S1608, a first movement process is performed. When the first movement process is finished, the initial rotation process is finished.

  In the first movement process, the motor 267 is driven to move the stop switch set as the drive content to the specified position. Although details will be described later, at the start of the game, the left stop switch 242 is located at the specified position. For this reason, when the left stop switch 242 is set as the drive content, the present process is terminated without driving the motor 267. When the middle stop switch 243 is set as the driving content, the motor 267 is driven so that the movable portion 281 rotates clockwise. When the detection state of the first photosensor 263 is switched from the OFF state to the ON state, it means that the middle stop switch 243 has moved to the specified position, and thus the first movement process is terminated. When the right stop switch 244 is set as the driving content, the motor 267 is driven so that the movable portion 281 rotates counterclockwise. Then, when the detection state of the second photosensor 264 is switched from the OFF state to the ON state, it means that the right stop switch 244 has moved to the specified position, and thus the first movement process ends.

  Next, the rotation control process will be described based on the flowchart of FIG. The rotation control process is a process performed after the stop command command process (see FIG. 36) ends, that is, after the reels stop.

  In the rotation control process, it is determined in step S1701 whether or not the current stop command is a third stop command. When the current stop command is the first stop command or the second stop command, the process proceeds to step S1702, and it is determined whether or not the rotation flag is set. If the rotation flag is not set, the process ends after rotating the movable portion 281 clockwise by 120 degrees in step S1703. If the rotation flag is set, the process moves to step S1704. The processing ends after the portion 281 is rotated 120 degrees counterclockwise. As described above, the photosensors 263 to 265 are arranged in the rear case 262 at intervals of 120 degrees. When the detection state of the first photosensor 263 is ON, the middle stop switch 243 is positioned at the specified position, When the detection state of the second photosensor 264 is in the ON state, the right stop switch 244 is positioned at the specified position, and when the detection state of the third photosensor 265 is in the ON state, the left stop switch 242 is positioned at the specified position. Therefore, by driving the motor 267 based on the detection states of the photosensors 263 to 265, the movable portion 281 can be rotated 120 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise, and the stop switch at the specified position can be changed. .

  If it is determined in step S1701 that the current stop command is the third stop command, it means that all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R have stopped. In such a case, the process proceeds to step S1705, and the motor 267 is driven to return the operation unit 281 to the initial state. That is, the left stop switch 242 is moved to a specified position. Thereafter, in step S1706, it is determined whether or not the rotation flag is set. If the rotation flag is set, the process ends after the rotation flag is cleared in step S1707. If the rotation flag is not set, the process ends.

  Here, the specific movement of the movable part 281 in the case where the notification flag is not set and the case where the notification flag is set will be described.

  When the notification flag is not set, the rotation flag is not set. For this reason, in a game in which the notification flag is not set, the movable portion 281 rotates 120 degrees clockwise every time the reel stops. In the initial situation, the left stop switch 242 is located at the specified position. Therefore, in a game in which the notification flag is not set, the left stop switch 242 → the middle stop switch 243 → the right stop switch 244 moves to the specified position in this order, and the left stop switch 242 is moved to the specified position after all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are stopped. Move to.

  When the notification flag is set, the rotation mode of the movable portion 281 changes depending on the winning flag.

  For example, when the winning flag is only for cherries (winning when IV = 3), the winning flag does not change depending on the operation order of the stop switches 242 to 244, and when the winning flag is off, the notification flag is set. Same as when not set. That is, the left stop switch 242 → the middle stop switch 243 → the right stop switch 244 moves to the specified position in this order, and the left stop switch 242 moves to the specified position after all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R stop.

  When the winning flag includes a fall replay, the movable part moves the stop switches 242 to 244 to a specified position in the order in which a prize other than the fall replay prize such as the sixth replay prize can be established. 281 rotates. For example, if the winning flag is “50”, the sixth regame winning can be established by operating in the order of the right stop switch 244 → the middle stop switch 243 → the left stop switch 242 (see FIG. 27). In the drive control table, a “right stop switch 244” is set as a stop switch that is initially arranged at a specified position with respect to the winning flag “50”, and “counterclockwise” is set as the direction in which the movable portion 281 is rotated. Is set. Therefore, the right stop switch 244 moves to the specified position at the start of the game, and thereafter, every time the reel stops, the movable part 281 rotates counterclockwise by 120 degrees, and the middle stop switch 243 → the left stop switch 242 Move sequentially to the specified position.

  When the winning flag includes a special bell, the movable portion 281 rotates so that the stop switches 242 to 244 move to the specified positions in the order in which a bell winning can be achieved. For example, if the winning flag is “12”, a bell winning can be established by operating the middle stop switch 243 first (see FIG. 15). In the drive control table, for the winning flag “12”, “middle stop switch 243” is set as the first stop switch arranged at the specified position, and “counterclockwise” is set as the direction in which the movable portion 281 is rotated. Is set. Accordingly, the middle stop switch 243 moves to the specified position at the start of the game, and thereafter, every time the reel stops, the movable portion 281 rotates counterclockwise by 120 degrees, and the left stop switch 242 → the right stop switch 244 Move sequentially to the specified position. When all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped, the left stop switch 242 moves to the specified position.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the stop switch located at the specified position changes according to the winning flag and the stop status of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R. Therefore, if the player touches the stop switch at the specified position, the player can establish the bell winning or the sixth re-game winning without mistaking the operation sequence of the stop switches 242 to 244.

  According to the embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects are obtained.

  According to the winning flag and the stop status of each of the reels 32L, 32M, 32R, the stop switch located at the specified position is changed. With such a configuration, if the player touches the stop switch at the specified position, the player can establish a bell prize, a sixth regame prize, or the like without mistaken operation order of the stop switches 242 to 244. As a result, it is possible to reduce an opportunity for the player to misoperate the operation sequence of the stop switches 242 to 244 under the privilege grant state, and to reduce an opportunity for the player to reduce the game motivation. Become.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, since the stop switch located in a prescription | regulation position changes, when winning a fall replay etc. under a privilege provision state, it is not necessary to alert | report the operation order of the stop switches 242-244. As a result, it is possible to concentrate the player on the rotation of the reel, and to perform various other effects instead of notifying the operation order on the auxiliary display unit 65, and the game under the privilege grant state becomes monotonous. This can be suppressed.

  Furthermore, in the configuration in which the operation sequence of the stop switch is notified by the auxiliary display unit, when the operation sequence of the stop switch is to be operated without error, the operation sequence is first confirmed by the auxiliary display unit, and then It is necessary to operate after confirming the position of the stop switch. Since it is common to operate the stop switch while visually recognizing the rotation of the reel, in such a configuration, it is necessary for the player to move the line of sight with the auxiliary display unit, the stop switch, and the reel. If a game is played over a long period of time, it can be a burden on the player. On the other hand, in this embodiment, it is not necessary to confirm the position of the stop switch, so that the burden on the player can be reduced.

  The stop switches 242 to 244 are arranged at equal intervals on the operation unit 281, and the stop switches 242 to 244 are configured to move in accordance with the rotation of the operation unit 281. With this configuration, the stop switches 242 to 244 can be moved integrally, and control related to the movement of the stop switches 242 to 244 can be facilitated. Further, in such a configuration, when the operation unit 281 is rotated 120 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise, another stop switch can be moved to the specified position, so that the stop switch positioned at the specified position is changed. It is possible to make the time required for the above constant. As a result, it is possible to avoid the game from being delayed as a result of the time required to reach the specified position depending on the stop switch.

  On the second lower panel 212, a protrusion 213 is formed at a position corresponding to the specified position. By adopting such a configuration, it becomes possible to suggest a position (position where the stop switch should be operated) where a finger or the like who plays the slot machine 10 for the first time should place his / her finger. Opportunities for operating the switch can be reduced.

  The left stop switch 242 is moved to a specified position after all the reels 32L, 32M, 32R are stopped. In the configuration in which the positions of the stop switches 242 to 244 change, there is a possibility that the player may not be able to grasp the correspondence between the stop switches 242 to 244 and the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. This is because the player has a passive impression such as being struck despite the fact that the operation sequence is prevented from being erroneously changed by changing the positions of the stop switches 242 to 244. It can be connected. Therefore, by adopting a configuration in which the left stop switch 242 is moved to the specified position after all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped, it becomes possible for the player to grasp the correspondence relationship, and the player has a passive impression. This can be reduced. This is because when the player knows the correspondence, the reels can be stopped in the order intended by the player, for example, in a situation where the winning state does not change depending on the operation order.

(Fourth embodiment)
In the third embodiment, the stop switch located at the specified position is changed to suggest to the player the order of operation of the stop switch. However, the operation is performed through the stop switch without changing the position of the stop switch. It is possible to suggest an order. Therefore, such a configuration will be described below. Since the basic configuration is the same as that of the third embodiment, only differences will be described.

  FIG. 45 is a front view of the operation unit 340.

  The operation unit 340 is provided with a shielding member 300 on the front side of the lid member 284. The shielding member 300 is formed in a circular flat plate shape as a whole, and the first dent portion 301, the second dent portion 302, and the third dent portion 303 formed inwardly in a semicircular shape are equally spaced (that is, 120 degrees). (Interval). Each recessed part 301-303 is formed in the same shape. Further, the shielding member 300 is provided with a fourth recess 304 formed in the same shape as each of the recesses 301 to 303 at an intermediate position between the first recess 301 and the second recess 302.

  In the operation unit 340, the movable member 281 in the third embodiment is not rotated, but the shielding member 300 is rotated.

  When the shielding member 300 is at a predetermined rotation angle position, as shown in FIG. 45A, the entire left stop switch 242 is exposed from the first recess 301, and the middle stop switch from the second recess 302. The entire 243 is exposed, and the entire right stop switch 244 is exposed from the third recess 303. Such a rotation angle position is set as an initial angle position. When the shielding member 300 is rotated 120 degrees clockwise from the initial angular position, the entire right stop switch 244 is exposed from the first recess 301 and the entire left stop switch 242 is exposed from the second recess 302. The entire middle stop switch 243 is exposed from the third recess 303. When the shielding member 300 is further rotated 120 degrees clockwise (when rotated 240 degrees clockwise from the initial angular position), the entire middle stop switch 243 is exposed from the first recess 301 and the second recess The entire right stop switch 244 is exposed from 302, and the entire left stop switch 242 is exposed from the third recess 303.

  When the shielding member 300 is rotated 60 degrees clockwise from the initial angle position, the entire left stop switch 242 is exposed from the fourth recess 304 as shown in FIG. On the other hand, about half of the middle stop switch 243 and the right stop switch 244 are shielded by the shielding member 300. Further, when the shielding member 300 is rotated 180 degrees clockwise from the initial angle position, the entire right stop switch 244 is exposed from the fourth recess 304. On the other hand, the left stop switch 242 and the middle stop switch 243 are shielded by the shielding member 300 in about a half area. When the shielding member 300 is further rotated 120 degrees clockwise (when it is rotated 300 degrees clockwise from the initial angle position), the entire middle stop switch 243 is exposed from the fourth recess 304. On the other hand, the left stop switch 242 and the right stop switch 244 are shielded by the shielding member 300 in about a half area.

  The display control device 81 performs the initial rotation process and the rotation control process described in the third embodiment when the rotation control of the shielding member 300 is performed. However, in the rotation control process, when returning to the initial state in step S1705, if the notification flag is not set, the shielding member 300 is rotated so that the initial angle position shown in FIG. If so, the shielding member 300 is rotated so as to be at an angular position of 60 degrees as shown in FIG. In the initial rotation process, in the first movement process of step S1608, the shielding member 300 is rotated so that the fourth recess 304 is positioned at a position corresponding to the stop switch set in the drive content. In addition, in the drive control table, the direction in which the shielding member 300 is rotated is set to be opposite to the drive control table in the third embodiment (that is, the same direction as the notification table shown in FIG. 32A). Yes.

  Here, the specific movement of the shielding member 300 when the notification flag is not set and when the notification flag is set will be described.

  When the notification flag is not set, the rotation flag is not set. For this reason, in a game in which the notification flag is not set, the shielding member 300 rotates 120 degrees counterclockwise every time the reel stops from the initial angular position. In the initial angular position, the angular position of 240 degrees, and the angular position of 120 degrees, all the stop switches 242-244 are from any one of the first recessed portion 301, the second recessed portion 302, and the third recessed portion 303. Exposed. That is, in a game in which the notification flag is not set, all the stop switches 242 to 244 are exposed regardless of the stop status of each reel 32L, 32M, and 32R, and the player is instructed to operate the stop switches 242 to 244. Do not suggest.

  When the notification flag is set, the initial state is an angular position of 60 degrees, and the rotation mode of the shielding member 300 is changed by the winning flag.

  The shielding member 300 is used when the winning flag does not change according to the operation order of the stop switches 242 to 244 such as winning only for cherries (winning when IV = 3) or not. Is rotated 120 degrees counterclockwise each time the reel stops from an angular position of 60 degrees. At the angular position of 60 degrees, the entire left stop switch 242 is exposed from the fourth recess 304, and the middle stop switch 243 and the right stop switch 244 are shielded by the shielding member 300. At an angle position of 300 degrees, the entire middle stop switch 243 is exposed from the fourth recess 304, and the left stop switch 242 and the right stop switch 244 are shielded by the shielding member 300. At an angular position of 180 degrees, the entire right stop switch 244 is exposed from the fourth recess 304 and the left stop switch 242 and the middle stop switch 243 are shielded by the shielding member 300. When all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped, the angular position is 60 degrees, and the entire left stop switch 242 is exposed from the fourth recess 304.

  As described above, when the winning flag does not change the winning mode according to the operation order of the stop switches 242 to 244 and when the winning flag is off, the left stop switch 242 → the middle stop switch 243 → the right stop switch 244 It exposes from the 4th dent part 304 in order.

  When the winning flag includes a fall replay, the stop switches 242 to 244 are exposed from the fourth recess 304 in the order in which a prize other than the fall replay prize such as the sixth regame prize can be established. Thus, the shielding member 300 rotates. For example, if the winning flag is “50”, the sixth regame winning can be established by operating in the order of the right stop switch 244 → the middle stop switch 243 → the left stop switch 242 (see FIG. 27). In the drive control table, “right stop switch 244” is set as the first stop switch to be placed at the specified position for the winning flag “50”, and “clockwise” is set as the direction in which the shielding member 300 is rotated. Has been. Accordingly, at the start of the game, the right stop switch 244 is exposed from the fourth recess 304, and thereafter, every time the reel stops, the shielding member 300 rotates clockwise by 120 degrees, and the middle stop switch 243 → left stop switch It is exposed from the fourth recess 304 in the order of 242.

  When the winning flag includes a special bell, the shielding member 300 rotates so that the stop switches 242 to 244 are exposed from the fourth recess 304 in the order in which the bell winning can be established. For example, if the winning flag is “12”, a bell winning can be established by operating the middle stop switch 243 first (see FIG. 15). In the drive control table, for the winning flag “12”, “medium stop switch 243” is set as the first stop switch arranged at the specified position, and “clockwise” is set as the direction in which the shielding member 300 is rotated. Has been. Therefore, at the start of the game, the middle stop switch 243 is exposed from the fourth recess 304, and thereafter, every time the reel stops, the shielding unit 300 rotates clockwise by 120 degrees and the left stop switch 242 → the right stop switch. It is exposed from the fourth recess 304 in the order of 244. When all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are stopped, the left stop switch 242 is exposed from the fourth recess 304.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the stop switch exposed from the fourth recess 304 changes in accordance with the winning flag and the stop status of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R. Therefore, if the player performs a contact operation on the stop switch exposed from the fourth recess 304, the player can establish a bell prize, a sixth re-game prize, or the like without mistaking the operation order of the stop switches 242-244.

  According to the embodiment described in detail above, the following excellent effects are obtained.

  The stop switch exposed from the fourth recess 304 is changed according to the winning flag and the stop status of each reel 32L, 32M, 32R. With this configuration, the player can grasp the stop switch to be operated through the position of the fourth recess 304, that is, the degree of exposure of each of the stop switches 242 to 244. As a result, it is possible to reduce the chance that the player mistakes the stop switch to be operated.

  Further, in this embodiment, in order to suggest a stop switch to be operated next through the position of the fourth recess 304, the operation order of the stop switches 242 to 244 is selected when a fall replay or the like is won in a privilege granting state. There is no need to report. As a result, it is possible to concentrate the player on the rotation of the reel, and to perform various other effects instead of notifying the operation order on the auxiliary display unit 65, and the game under the privilege grant state becomes monotonous. This can be suppressed.

  Furthermore, in the configuration in which the operation sequence of the stop switch is notified by the auxiliary display unit, when the operation sequence of the stop switch is to be operated without error, the operation sequence is first confirmed by the auxiliary display unit, and then It is necessary to operate after confirming the position of the stop switch. Since it is common to operate the stop switch while visually recognizing the rotation of the reel, in such a configuration, it is necessary for the player to move the line of sight with the auxiliary display unit, the stop switch, and the reel. If a game is played over a long period of time, it can be a burden on the player. On the other hand, in this embodiment, it is not necessary to confirm the operation order on the auxiliary display unit, so that it is possible to reduce the burden on the player.

  In the situation where the notification flag is set, all of the stop switches to be operated are exposed from the fourth recess 304, while about half of the other stop switches are shielded by the shielding member 300. By adopting a configuration in which all stop switches to be operated are exposed, it is possible to suppress a decrease in operability. In addition, by shielding about half of the other stop switches, it is possible to leave room for operation of the stop switch that should not be operated next, and suppresses the player from having a passive impression. It becomes possible to do.

  In addition, it is not limited to the description content of each embodiment mentioned above, For example, you may implement as follows.

  (1) In the first and second embodiments, the stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged so as to form a downward regular triangle when the centers of the stop switches 42 to 44 are connected by a straight line. When two stop switches are connected with a straight line, the stop switches 42 to 44 may be arranged so that the other one stop switch is off the straight line.

  For example, the stop switches 42 to 44 may be arranged so as to form a downward or upward isosceles triangle.

  For example, the left stop switch 42 and the middle stop switch 43 are arranged so as to be arranged in the horizontal direction, and the right stop switch 44 is arranged at a position shifted above or below the straight line connecting the switches 42 and 43. It is good.

  (2) In the first and second embodiments, the stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged so as to be located immediately below the corresponding reels 42L, 42M, 42R. However, they are directly below the display windows 26L, 26M, 26R. Even if it arrange | positions so that it may be located in, it can anticipate having the effect similar to said each embodiment.

  (3) In the first and second embodiments, the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 44 are arranged so as to be aligned in the horizontal direction. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration.

  (4) In the first and second embodiments, the distance between the stop switches 42 to 44 is the same, but at least one distance may be different from the other distances. However, in such a configuration, the amount of movement of the finger when operating the stop switch changes, and there is a concern about a decrease in operability.

  (5) In the first and second embodiments, the guide groove portion 40 formed so as to connect the stop switches 42 to 44 with a straight line is provided. However, the guide groove portion 40 may not be provided.

  (6) Not only the configuration of the guide groove 40 shown in the first and second embodiments but also a configuration that can guide a finger from one stop switch to another stop switch. .

  For example, as shown in FIG. 46 (a), the stop switches 42 to 44 are connected by arcs, and a guide groove portion having an annular shape as a whole is provided.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 46B, the stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged so as to form an upward regular triangle, and a guide groove portion is provided so as to connect them with a straight line.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 46C, in the configuration in which the stop switches 42 to 44 are arranged in a straight line, a guide groove 40c that connects the left stop switch 42 and the middle stop switch 43 with a straight line, A guide groove 40b that connects the stop switch 43 and the right stop switch 44 with a straight line, and a guide groove 40c that connects the left stop switch 42 and the right stop switch 44 with an arc are provided.

  For example, in a configuration including four stop switches, as shown in FIG. 46 (d), guide groove portions that connect the four stop switches are provided.

  In addition, it is good also as a structure which provides the protrusion which protruded and formed toward the slot machine 10 front instead of providing the guide groove part dented toward the slot machine 10 back.

  (7) In the first and second embodiments, when the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified, a box indicating a stop switch to be operated first and a next operation from the box should be performed. An arrow that extends toward the stop switch and then bends toward the stop switch to be operated third is displayed. However, such a configuration is changed.

  For example, a box indicating a stop switch to be operated first, an arrow extending from the box toward the stop switch to be operated next, and an arrow extending from the tip of the arrow toward the stop switch to be operated third Are displayed.

  For example, a box indicating a stop switch to be operated first and an arrow extending from the box toward the stop switch to be operated next are displayed, while the stop switch to be operated third from the tip of the arrow is displayed. The arrow extending toward is not displayed. Even in such a configuration, the player can grasp the stop switch to be operated first and second among the three stop switches, and as a result, the stop switch to be operated third is also grasped. Can be made.

  For example, in a situation where all the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R are rotating, a box indicating a stop switch to be operated first is displayed. Thereafter, every time the reel stops, an arrow toward the stop switch to be operated next is displayed. As described above, the stop switch to be operated next may be suggested in accordance with the stop state of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R.

  (8) In the first and second embodiments, the auxiliary display unit 65 suggests the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44. However, the present invention is not limited to this configuration. For example, a configuration may be adopted in which a voice such as “clockwise from the middle stop switch 43” is output to indicate the operation order.

  (9) In the second embodiment, the guarantee period is started when the state is shifted to the fifth RT state. However, the start time of the guarantee period is arbitrary. For example, the warranty period may be started after the special bell is won a predetermined number of times (for example, three times) after the transition to the privilege grant state.

  (10) In the second embodiment, the guarantee period is continued until the bell winning is made 16 times, but the present invention is not limited to this structure, and the end condition of the guarantee period is arbitrary. For example, the guarantee period may be continued until a predetermined number of times (for example, 40 times) is won for the fall replay, or the guarantee period may be continued until eight bell winnings are established.

  Moreover, it is good also as a structure which determines the completion | finish conditions of a guarantee period by performing predetermined | prescribed lottery. For example, when 33 is set in the notification number counter, a predetermined lottery is performed and any of 16, 24, and 33 is set in the guaranteed number counter.

  (11) In the second embodiment, in the operation confirmation process, it is determined whether any of the stop switches 42 to 44 has been operated. If it is determined that the operation has been performed, is the operation correct? Whether or not to determine whether or not to stop the reel is determined, but this configuration is changed.

  For example, in step S1501, it is determined whether or not a stop switch corresponding to the correct operation has been operated. That is, in step S1501, only the presence / absence of an operation flag set corresponding to the correct operation is determined, and the presence / absence of an operation flag set different from the correct operation is not determined. If the operation flag corresponding to the correct operation is set, the corresponding reel is stopped as a stop command is generated. Even if it is a case where it is set as this structure, it is clear that there exists an effect similar to the said 2nd Embodiment.

  (12) In the second embodiment, the main control device 101 and the display control device 81 are configured to be capable of bidirectional communication, and a command indicating the value set in the notification number counter is sent from the display control device 81 to the main control device 101. It is good also as a structure which transmits with respect to. In such a configuration, it becomes possible for the main control device 101 to set a value equal to the value set in the notification number counter in the guaranteed number counter, the game number at which the privilege grant state ends, and the end of the guaranteed period Can be matched regardless of the length of the privilege grant state (that is, the value set in the notification counter). As a result, it is possible to further reduce the opportunity for the player to mistake the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 under the privilege granting state.

  (13) In the third embodiment, the display control device 81 performs the drive control of the movable portion 281. However, it goes without saying that the main control device 101 may perform the configuration.

  (14) In the third embodiment, the stop switches 242 to 244 are arranged on the movable portion 281, and the stop switches 242 to 244 are integrally moved by rotating the movable portion 281. The stop switches 242 to 244 may be moved individually.

  (15) In the third embodiment, the projection position 213 is formed on the second lower panel 212 to suggest the player with the specified position. However, instead of or in addition to this configuration, an auxiliary display is provided. It is good also as a structure which suggests a regular position in the part 65 grade | etc.,. In such a configuration, when the game is not played for a predetermined time, the auxiliary display unit 65 or the like suggests a specified position, or when the bonus replaying state or the like is won in the privilege granting state, the auxiliary display unit 65 It is desirable that the specified position is suggested by, for example.

  (16) In the third embodiment, the operation order is not notified in the privilege grant state. However, the operation order may be notified. However, in the case of notification of the operation order, the operation order is such that the player can avoid a fall re-game winning etc. by operating the stop switch at the specified position so that the player does not operate the stop switch other than the specified position. It is desirable to notify the effect.

  (17) In the third embodiment, the movable portion 281 is configured to rotate regardless of the game state, but only when the fall replay or special bell is won in a situation where the notification flag is set. The movable portion 281 may be configured to rotate.

  (18) In the third embodiment, the movable portion 281 is formed in a circular shape, but it may be triangular as in the first embodiment, and the shape is arbitrary.

  Moreover, although it was set as the structure which arrange | positions the stop switches 242-244 in the movable part 281 at equal intervals, it is not limited to this structure, The position of arrange | positioning the movable part 281 and the stop switches 242-244 is arbitrary. is there.

  For example, while the movable portion 281 is formed in a circular shape, the left stop switch 242 is disposed at a position of 240 degrees, the middle stop switch 243 is disposed at a position of 180 degrees, and the right stop switch 244 is disposed at a position of 120 degrees. The configuration is as follows. However, in such a configuration, when the rotation control process similar to the above embodiment is performed, for example, when the stop switch at the specified position is changed from the right stop switch 244 to the left stop switch 242 in a clockwise direction, etc. For example, the time required becomes longer than when the stop switch at the specified position is changed from the left stop switch 242 to the middle stop switch 243 clockwise. For this reason, in the case of such a configuration, it is desirable to change the direction in which the movable portion 281 is rotated in accordance with the stop switch located at the specified position in order to avoid the game being extended.

  (19) In the fourth embodiment, in the situation where the notification flag is set, all of the stop switches to be operated are exposed from the fourth recess 304, while about half the area of the other stop switches is Although it is configured to be shielded by the shielding member 300, the same operation as in the fourth embodiment as long as the degree of shielding (degree of exposure) is different between the stop switch to be operated and the other stop switches. Expected to have an effect.

  For example, all the stop switches to be operated may be exposed from the fourth recess 304, while all the other stop switches may be shielded by the shielding member 300.

  For example, about 80% of the stop switches to be operated may be exposed from the fourth recess 304, while 80% of the other stop switches may be shielded by the shielding member 300 (20% is exposed).

  (20) In the fourth embodiment, when the notification flag is not set, the shielding member 300 is moved to the initial angular position, the 120-degree angular position, and the 240-degree angular position. It is good also as a structure which is not moved from a position. Even in such a configuration, all the stop switches 242 to 244 are exposed regardless of the stop state of each of the reels 32L, 32M, and 32R. Therefore, the same operational effects as the above embodiment can be obtained. Can do.

  (21) In the fourth embodiment, the operation order is not notified in the privilege grant state. However, the operation order may be notified. With such a configuration, even an impatient player or the like can play a game comfortably. That is, the shielding member 300 exposes all the stop switches to be operated next, while exposing the other stop switches about half. Therefore, the player who cannot wait for the rotation of the shielding member 300 may perform the subsequent operation using the half area of the exposed stop switch based on the notified operation sequence.

  (22) In each of the above embodiments, a touch operation type stop switch that detects that the player has touched is used, but a conventional press operation type stop switch that detects that the player has pressed the button is used. May be.

  (23) In each of the above-described embodiments, when the stop switches 42 to 44 and 242 to 244 are operated in a predetermined operation order, the promotion re-game winning is established, and the stop switches 42 to 44, 242 in other operation orders. Although a configuration in which a fall re-game prize is established when 244 is operated, that is, a configuration in which both a promotion re-game prize and a fall re-game prize can be established in the same game round, is instead or in addition to this It may be configured that only one of the fall re-game prize or the promoted re-game prize can be established in one game round. In addition, when it is set as the structure which can establish one of fall fall game prize or promotion regame prize in one game time, when stop switch 42-44,242-244 is not operated in a predetermined operation order It is desirable to establish a re-game winning where the gaming state does not shift.

  (24) In each of the above embodiments, a configuration in which a plurality of re-games are won in one game round or a bell and a special bell are won, that is, a plurality of roles are won in one game round and stopped. The configuration in which the winning mode changes depending on the operation order of the switches 42 to 44 and 242 to 244 has been described, but only one role is won in one game round, and the winning order is determined based on the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 and 242 to 244. It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the above is established or a failure occurs.

  (25) In each of the above embodiments, one of the six stop switches 42-44, 242-244 is associated with the promoted re-game winning award, and falls into the other five operation orders. The re-game prize is associated with each other, but the number of promoted re-game prizes is arbitrary. Therefore, for example, as a configuration in which the promoted re-game prize is associated with two kinds of operation orders of the six kinds of stop switches 42 to 44 and 242 to 244, and the fall re-game prize is associated with the other four kinds of operation orders. Alternatively, a configuration in which the promotion regame prize is associated with four operation orders out of the six operation orders of the six stop switches 42 to 44 and 242 to 244, and the fall regame prize is associated with the other two operation orders. It is good. The same applies to the number of operation orders for associating bell winnings when a bell and a special bell are won.

  (26) In each of the above embodiments, the notification frequency lottery process is performed and any one of 16, 33, 50, and 75 is set in the notification frequency counter. However, a predetermined fixed value is set as the notification frequency counter. It is good also as a structure set to. In such a configuration, in the second embodiment, if the main control device 101 is configured to set the fixed value in the guaranteed number counter, the guaranteed period ends at the game number in which the privilege grant state ends. It becomes possible to make it the structure which carries out, and it becomes possible to reduce further the opportunity for a player to mistake the operation order of the stop switches 42-44.

  (27) In each of the above embodiments, when the number of notifications of the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 and 242 to 244 at the time of the bell winning has reached a predetermined number of times, Although it was set as the structure which a privilege provision state complete | finishes when an eye stops on an active line, it is not limited to this structure, The termination conditions of a privilege provision state are arbitrary.

  For example, when the number of notifications of the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 and 242 to 244 at the time of the fall replay winning is reached a predetermined number, the privilege grant state may be ended, or at the time of the fall replay winning and the bell It is good also as a structure which a privilege provision state is complete | finished when the sum total of the frequency | count of alerting | reporting at the time of winning reaches | attains predetermined number of times. Even if it is a case where it is set as these structures, it is clear that there exists an effect described in each said embodiment.

  For example, the privilege grant state may be terminated when a predetermined number of games have been performed. And in this structure, even if a fall re-game winning is established or a transition outcome stops on an active line, it is set as the structure which does not complete | finish a privilege provision state. In such a configuration, when the player has reduced the chance that the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, 242 to 244 is mistaken, the opportunity for the player to lose the profit to be given under the privilege granting state. Can be reduced, and it is possible to prevent the player from losing his willingness to play. In the configuration in which the privilege grant state is ended depending on the number of games in this way, if the main control device 101 is configured to set the predetermined number of times in the guaranteed number counter, the player can select the stop switches 42 to 42 in the privilege grant state. It is possible to further reduce the chance of erroneously changing the operation order of 44, 242-244.

  Further, in the configuration in which the privilege grant state is terminated by the number of games, the number of games until the privilege grant state is increased when a predetermined condition such as a case where a specific combination is won in the privilege grant state is satisfied. Good. In such a configuration, the main controller 101 may increase the value of the guaranteed number counter when the predetermined condition is satisfied, that is, extend the warranty period when the predetermined condition is satisfied, or the predetermined condition is satisfied. Even in such a case, the warranty period may not be extended.

  (28) In each of the above embodiments, when the value of the accumulation counter is not 0, the state is shifted to the privilege grant state again after the privilege grant state ends. However, after the privilege grant state ends, the normal gaming state is changed from the fifth RT state. Or it is good also as a structure which makes it transfer to a 1st RT state temporarily, and makes it transfer to a privilege provision state after that. More specifically, when the privilege granting state is finished, the falling replay prize is established by not informing the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, 242 to 244, or the transition outcome is on the active line. Stop. When the gaming state shifts from the fifth RT state or the normal gaming state to the first RT state, the transition to the fifth RT state is facilitated by notifying the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44, 242-244. And When the fifth re-game winning is established and the gaming state shifts to the fifth RT state, any value of 16, 33, 50, 75 is set in the notification number counter, and the state is shifted to the privilege grant state.

  In such a configuration, in the second embodiment, since the main control device 101 can set 16 to the guaranteed number counter every time the privilege is granted, the player can operate the stop switches 42 to 44. It is possible to favorably reduce the chance of misordering.

  (29) In each of the above-described embodiments, when transitioning from the normal gaming state to the fifth RT state, the four gaming states of the first RT state to the fourth RT state are used. However, the number of gaming states that pass through is arbitrary. is there. At this time, if the gaming state to be relayed is reduced, the number of games required from the setting of the notification flag to the transition to the fifth RT state increases, and if the gaming state to be relayed is increased, the notification flag is set. The number of games required to shift to the fifth RT state after being set is reduced.

  (30) In each of the above-described embodiments, the notification flag is set when the number of waiting games becomes zero, and the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified. It is good also as a structure which alert | reports the operation order of the stop switches 42-44 with the predetermined probability of the condition which is not set.

  (31) In each of the above embodiments, the notification flag is set when the number of standby games becomes 0. However, the present invention is not limited to this configuration, and the notification flag is set when a predetermined condition is satisfied. It is good also as a structure to set. As the predetermined condition, for example, a case where a cherry winning is established, a case where a cherry is won, or the like is given as a representative example.

  (32) In each of the above-described embodiments, the number of games until the notification flag is set after the waiting game number lottery process is performed in the game in which the BB state has ended is determined. In addition to this, the BB state The accumulation counter value may be added when a predetermined winning is achieved or when a combination of predetermined symbols stops on the active line.

  (33) In each of the above embodiments, when the notification flag is set, if the gaming state is any one of the first RT state to the fourth RT state, the stop switch 42 to be sure when the bell or re-game is won. 44 is configured to notify the operation order of 44, but is not limited to such a configuration, and the configuration in which the operation order of the stop switches 42 to 44 is notified more frequently than before the notification flag is set. I just need it. Even in such a configuration, it is possible to change the transition probability to the fifth RT state before and after the notification flag is set.

  (34) In each of the above embodiments, the winning mode of the promoted re-game is different for each gaming state in the first RT state to the fourth RT state, but it goes without saying that it may be the same.

  (35) In the above embodiments, the combination of symbols for which winning is established is an example, and is not limited to the combination of symbols. In addition, the number of symbol combinations for winning a prize is also arbitrary.

  (36) In each of the above embodiments, the slot machine having the BB state has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and may be a slot machine that does not have the BB state, or may be an RB state or an SB state. It may be a slot machine having other gaming states such as a state.

  (37) In each of the above-described embodiments, the configuration including the privilege grant state classified into the ART state has been described, but the configuration may include a privilege grant state classified into the AT state.

  (38) In each of the above embodiments, it is determined whether or not a start command is issued after three medals are bet. However, a start command is also issued after one bet or two bets. It goes without saying that it may be configured to determine whether or not the occurrence has occurred.

  (39) In each of the above-described embodiments, as a privilege to be given, in addition to the privilege that the gaming state shifts and the privilege of replaying, a privilege to pay out medals is provided, but the configuration is limited to this configuration. Any configuration may be used as long as it gives a player some kind of privilege. For example, a configuration in which a prize other than a medal is paid out instead of a medal to pay out a medal may be used. Further, in a slot machine that does not have an actual medal insertion or medal payout function and manages credits owned by a player, an increase in credited medals corresponds to provision of a privilege.

  (40) In each of the above embodiments, a slot machine having three reels arranged in parallel and having four lines as effective lines has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this configuration. For example, five reels are arranged in parallel. Or a slot machine having seven effective lines.

  (41) In each of the above-described embodiments, an example in which the slot machine 10 is embodied has been described. However, the present invention may be applied to a gaming machine in which a slot machine and a pachinko machine are combined. That is, in the slot machine, instead of the medal insertion and medal payout functions, a gaming machine having a ball insertion and ball payout function such as a pachinko machine may be used. If such a gaming machine is used in place of a slot machine, only a ball can be handled as a gaming value in the gaming hall. Therefore, the gaming value seen in the current gaming hall in which pachinko machines and slot machines are mixed is used. Problems such as the burden on equipment due to the separate handling of medals and balls and restrictions on the location of the gaming machine can be solved.

  Hereinafter, the gaming machine of the present invention will be described while showing effects and the like as necessary. In the following, for ease of understanding, the corresponding configuration in the above embodiment is appropriately shown in parentheses, but is not limited to the specific configuration shown in parentheses.

Gaming machines At least three circulation display means (reels 32L, 32M, 32R) for cyclically displaying a plurality of types of patterns (designs);
Start operation means (start lever 41, first to third credit insertion switches 56 to 58) operated to start the cyclic display of the pattern;
Lottery means (lottery processing function of the main control device 101) for lottery of the role;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) equal in number to the circulation display means operated to individually stop the cyclic display of the pattern;
Based on the fact that the winning symbol corresponding to the winning combination won in the effective lot (effective line) formed a predetermined combination (such as a combination of small role symbols) and stopped, Privilege granting means for granting a privilege (medal payout process S211 of main controller 101, BB state process S213, etc.),
Each of the stop operation means is arranged such that when any two stop operation means are connected by a virtual straight line, the other stop operation means are not positioned on the virtual straight line.

  According to this gaming machine, each stop operation means is arranged such that when any two stop operation means are connected by a virtual straight line, the other stop operation means are not positioned on the virtual straight line. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to increase the distance between the stop operation means as compared with the configuration in which the stop operation means are arranged on a virtual straight line. As a result, it is possible to suppress erroneous operation of the stop operation means different from the stop operation means that the player intends to operate.

  1. gaming machine In the gaming machine 1, the stop operation means is arranged directly below the corresponding circulation display means.

  According to this gaming machine, since each stop operation means is arranged immediately below the corresponding circulation display means, even if the stop operation means is operated while visually recognizing the cyclic display of the picture, It is possible to suppress erroneous operation of a stop operation means that is different from the stop operation means intended to be performed.

  2. gaming machine 2. A gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein stop operation means corresponding to two adjacent circulation display means are shifted in the vertical direction.

  According to the present gaming machine, the adjacent stop operation means are erroneously operated in an attempt to operate the predetermined stop operation means because the stop operation means corresponding to the two adjacent circulation display means are shifted in the vertical direction. It is possible to suppress this.

  Gaming machine4. In any one of the gaming machines 1 to 3, the stop display means (left stop switch 42) corresponding to the circulation display means (left reel 32L) located at one end and the circulation display means (right reel) located at the other end. 32R) and the corresponding stop operation means (right stop switch 44) are connected by a virtual straight line, the stop operation means are arranged so that the virtual straight line is horizontal.

  According to the gaming machine, when the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end are connected by a virtual straight line, Each stop operation means is arranged so as to be horizontal. Since it is generally assumed that the player stops the cyclic display of the pattern in order from one end to the other end, such a configuration allows the player to arrange each stop operation means. This makes it possible to reduce the chance of feeling uncomfortable.

  Gaming machine5. In the gaming machine 4, there is another stop operation means below a virtual straight line connecting the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end. Each of the stop operation means is arranged so as to be positioned.

  According to this gaming machine, the other stop operation means is below a virtual straight line connecting the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end. Each stop operation means is arranged so that is positioned. By adopting such a configuration, compared with a configuration in which each stop operation means is arranged so that other stop operation means are positioned above the virtual straight line, both ends assumed to have many opportunities to be operated first. It is possible to dispose the stop operation means upward. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in operability.

  Gaming machine6. A gaming machine according to any one of the gaming machine 1 to the gaming machine 5, wherein each of the stop operation means is arranged so that a mutual distance is equal.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation means are arranged so that the distances between them are equal. With this configuration, it is possible to make the amount of finger movement from when one stop operation means is operated until another stop operation means is operated to improve operability. It becomes.

  Gaming machine7. A gaming machine according to any one of the gaming machines 1 to 6, wherein a guide portion (guide groove portion 40) for connecting the stop operation means to each other is provided.

  According to this gaming machine, since the guide unit that connects the respective stop operation means to each other is provided, the player can operate each stop operation means by moving a finger along the guide unit. As a result, it is possible to suppress accidental operation of other stop operation means in an attempt to operate the predetermined stop operation means.

  Gaming machine8. The gaming machine according to claim 7, wherein the guide portion is formed so as to connect the stop operation means with each other in a straight line.

  According to this gaming machine, the guide portion is formed so as to connect the respective stop operation means with a straight line. In the case of such a configuration, if the player moves his / her finger along the guide and operates each stop operation means, the amount of movement of the finger can be minimized. As a result, the operability can be improved and the player can be encouraged to use the guide unit.

  8. gaming machine In any one of the gaming machines 1 to 8, when the lottery result of the combination is a specific result (falling re-game winning), the stop operation means can perform a specific operating order (an operating order that can avoid the falling re-game winnings). ), If the player is operated in a different operation order, the player will have an unfavorable result that is unfavorable to the player. Circulation display stop means (stop information setting processing function S310 and reel control processing function S210 of the main control device 101) for stopping the cyclic display of the pattern so that it can be (falling replay winning establishment, privilege grant state end), Suggestion determination means (lottery result command processing function of display control device 81) for determining whether or not to suggest the specific operation order based on the fact that the lottery result of the combination has become the specific result; Informing means for informing the start point position corresponding to the stop operation means to be operated first and the specific direction corresponding to the specific operation order from the start point position when the determining means determines to suggest the specific operation order (Auxiliary display unit 65).

  According to this gaming machine, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result, the advantageous result advantageous to the player may not be obtained depending on the operation order of the stop operation means. And when the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result, the specific operation order which becomes an advantageous result may be suggested. In suggesting the specific operation order, the start point position corresponding to the stop operation means to be operated first, and the specific direction corresponding to the specific operation order from the start point position are notified. By adopting a configuration in which the starting point position and the specific direction are notified, the player can intuitively grasp the specific operation order. In addition, by applying this configuration to each of the above gaming machines, regardless of the stop operation means to be operated first, it is possible for the player to easily grasp the specific operation order based on the start point position and the specific direction. It becomes possible. For example, in a configuration in which the respective stop operation means are arranged on a virtual straight line, if the stop operation means to be operated first is a stop operation means located at the center, the player may have an operation order different from the specific operation order. This is because there is a possibility of misunderstanding this. Furthermore, when the present configuration is applied to the gaming machine 7 or the gaming machine 8, the player can confirm the position of the stop operation means to be operated first, and then guide the position of the subsequent stop operation means to the guide unit. Can be grasped by moving the finger along the line. Therefore, it becomes possible to concentrate a player on the cyclic display of a picture etc., and it becomes possible to aim at the improvement of game entertainment.

  Gaming machine 10. In the gaming machine 9, the notification means includes the first direction from the stop operation means to be operated first to the stop operation means to be operated next and the stop operation means to be operated next as the specific direction. A gaming machine that notifies the second direction toward the stop operation means to be operated next.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific direction is the first direction from the first stop operation means to be operated to the next stop operation means to be operated, and the second operation from the next stop operation means to be operated next. The second direction toward the power stop operation means is notified. With this configuration, it is possible for the player to grasp the positional relationship of each stop operation means through the notification contents of the notification means without visually recognizing each stop operation means.

  In addition, it is good not only as a structure which alert | reports 1st direction and 2nd direction separately, but it is good also as a structure which alert | reports 1st direction and 2nd direction continuously. As the “continuous notification” here, a configuration in which a tip portion in the first direction and a leading end portion in the second direction are combined and displayed is given as a representative example.

  Gaming machine 11. In any one of the gaming machines 1 to 10, stop operation determination means (operation confirmation processing functions S1501 to S1506 of the main control device 101) for determining whether or not the stop operation means has been operated, and lottery of the combination If the result is a specific result (a fall replay win), the order in which the stop operation determination means determines that the stop operation means has been operated is a specific operation order (an operation order that can avoid a fall replay prize). If the operation order is other than that for the player to have an advantageous result (establishment of the 6th replay prize, etc., continuation of the privilege grant state), the disadvantageous result (completion of the fall regame prize, bonus) A circulation display stop unit (stop information setting processing function S310 and reel control processing function S210 of the main control device 101) for stopping the cyclic display of the picture so that it can be Specific game state transition means (notification flag set processing function S1004 and notification number setting processing function S1006 of the display control device 81) for shifting to the game state (privilege grant state), and the lottery result of the combination under the specific game state An operation order suggesting means (auxiliary display unit 65) for suggesting the specific operation order and a specific period setting for setting a specific period (guarantee period) based on the transition to the specific gaming state when the specific result is obtained Means (the guaranteed number of times setting processing function S1303 of the main control device 101) and a stop operation means to be operated first that can be in the specific operation order when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result in the specific period Storage means (the RAM 106 of the main control device 101), and the stop operation determination means is configured such that the lottery result of the combination is the specified result during the specified period. When the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated, and when the stop operation means not corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated, A gaming machine, characterized in that it is determined that the stop operation means is not operated.

  According to this gaming machine, if the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result under a specific gaming state, it is advantageous to the player if the order in which the stop operation determining means determines that the stop operation means has been operated is the specific operation order. If the operation order is other than that, it may be disadvantageous to the player. In addition, a specific period is set based on the transition to the specific gaming state, and when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period, the stop operation means to be operated first that can be in the specific operation order is stored. To do. Then, the stop operation determination means determines that the stop operation means is operated when the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period, and stores When the stop operation means not corresponding to the storage result of the means is operated, it is determined that the stop operation means is not operated. With this configuration, when the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result during a specific period, even if the player operates the stop operation means in an operation order different from the suggested operation order, the stop operation determination means stops. Since it is not determined that the operating means has been operated, it is possible to reduce the chance of adverse results.

  As a result, it is possible to reduce the opportunity for the player to mistake the operation order of the stop operation means, and to reduce the opportunity for the player to reduce the game motivation.

  Note that “determining that the stop operation determination unit is not operating the stop operation unit” is not limited to the configuration in which it is determined that the stop operation unit is not actually operated, and the stop does not correspond to the storage result of the storage unit. It also includes a configuration in which it is determined that the stop operation unit is not operated as a result of not determining whether or not the operation unit is operated. The same applies to the following.

  Gaming machine 12. In the gaming machine 11, when the stop operation determination unit determines that the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result and the stop operation unit corresponding to the storage result of the storage unit is operated during the specific period, Regardless of whether or not the specific operation order is reached, if another stop operation means is operated thereafter, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated.

  According to the gaming machine, when the stop operation determining means determines that the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period and the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated, Regardless of whether or not, if another stop operation means is subsequently operated, it is determined that the stop operation means has been operated. With such a configuration, it is possible to leave room for adverse results even during a specific period. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from becoming monotonous.

  Gaming machine 13. In the gaming machine 11 or the gaming machine 12, the stop operation determination means determines whether or not the stop operation means has been operated after the cyclic display of the picture has reached a predetermined constant speed state. To play.

  According to this gaming machine, the determination as to whether or not the stop operation means has been operated is performed after the cyclic display of the pattern has reached a predetermined constant speed state. In such a configuration, for example, when a specific operation order is suggested under a specific gaming state, before the stop operation determination unit performs the above determination, the player operates the stop operation unit to be operated first, and the stop operation determination An event may occur in which the player operates the stop operation means to be operated second after the means starts the determination. This is because, although the player operates the stop operation means in the suggested operation order, the player mistakenly operates the stop operation means according to the determination timing of the stop operation determination means. As a result, there is a possibility that the player may significantly reduce his / her willingness to play. Therefore, in the specific period, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated only when the stop operation means that can be in the specific operation order for at least the first operation is operated. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the chance of the occurrence of the above event.

  Gaming machine 14. In any one of the gaming machines 11 to 13, the stop operation determination means is a stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means when any of the stop operation means is operated. If it is a corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated, and if it is not the corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means is not operated. Machine.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation determination unit determines whether or not the stop operation unit corresponds to the storage result of the storage unit when any one of the stop operation units is operated, and the corresponding stop operation is performed. If it is a means, it is determined that the stop operation means has been operated, and if it is not the corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means has not been operated. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to invalidate the operation when a stop operation means that does not produce an advantageous result is operated while checking whether any stop operation means has been operated.

  Gaming machine 15. In any one of the gaming machines 11 to 13, the stop operation determination means determines whether or not the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated, while the storage result of the storage means A gaming machine, characterized in that it does not determine whether or not an incompatible stop operation means has been operated.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation determination means does not determine whether or not a stop operation means that does not correspond to the operation order stored in the storage means has been operated. With such a configuration, when a stop operation means that does not produce an advantageous result is operated, the operation can be invalidated.

  Gaming machine 16. In any one of the gaming machines 11 to 15, an end condition setting means (notification number setting processing function S1006 of the display control device 81) for setting an end condition of the specific game state when the specific game state is entered. The gaming machine is characterized in that the specific period setting means sets the specific period so that the specific period ends at a gaming time when the end condition is satisfied.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific period is set so as to end at the game round in which the specific gaming state ends. By adopting such a configuration, it becomes possible to reduce the chance that the player loses the profit of the bag that is originally obtained as a result of the player making a mistake in the operation order of the stop operation means under the specific gaming state. However, it is possible to suitably avoid that the game motivation is reduced.

  Gaming machine 17. In any one of the gaming machines 11 to 15, when a transition is made to the specific gaming state, a plurality of conditions (number of notifications of 16, 33, 50, 75) determined in advance as end conditions for the specific gaming state are used. An end condition selection means for selecting one condition (notification frequency lottery processing function S1005 of the display control device 81), and the specific period setting means satisfies a condition in which the player has the lowest degree of advantage among the plurality of conditions. A gaming machine, wherein the specific period is set so that the specific period ends for the game times to be played.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific period is set so as to end the game times in which the condition with the lowest player advantage among the plurality of conditions that can be selected as the end condition of the specific gaming state is established. By adopting such a configuration, even if any condition is selected as the end condition of the specific gaming state, the chances of adverse results are reduced until the game times when the condition with the lowest degree of player advantage is established. Can be made. Therefore, it is possible to suitably avoid that the player has reduced the game motivation.

Gaming machine 18. At least three circulation display means (reels 32L, 32M, 32R) for cyclically displaying a plurality of types of patterns (designs);
Start operation means (start lever 41, first to third credit insertion switches 56 to 58) operated to start the cyclic display of the pattern;
Lottery means (lottery processing function of the main control device 101) for lottery of the role;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) equal in number to the circulation display means operated to individually stop the cyclic display of the pattern;
Based on the fact that the winning symbol corresponding to the winning combination won in the effective lot (effective line) formed a predetermined combination (such as a combination of small role symbols) and stopped, In a gaming machine provided with a privilege granting means for granting a privilege (medal payout processing S211 of the main control device 101, BB state processing S213, etc.)
A gaming machine comprising a guide portion (guide groove portion 40) for connecting the stop operation means to each other.

  According to this gaming machine, since the guide unit that connects the respective stop operation means to each other is provided, the player can operate each stop operation means by moving a finger along the guide unit. As a result, it is possible to suppress accidental operation of other stop operation means in an attempt to operate the predetermined stop operation means.

  Gaming machine 19. The gaming machine according to claim 18, wherein the guide portion is formed so as to connect the stopping operation means with a straight line.

  According to this gaming machine, the guide portion is formed so as to connect the respective stop operation means with a straight line. In the case of such a configuration, if the player moves his / her finger along the guide and operates each stop operation means, the amount of movement of the finger can be minimized. As a result, the operability can be improved and the player can be encouraged to use the guide unit.

  Gaming machine 20. In the gaming machine 18 or the gaming machine 19, when the lottery result of the combination is a specific result (falling re-game winning), the stop operation means is operated in a specific operating order (operation order that can avoid the falling re-game winning). If it is operated in another operation order so as to obtain an advantageous result advantageous to the player (establishment of the 6th re-game winning etc., continuation of the privilege grant state), the disadvantageous result (falling again) A circulation display stop means (stop information setting processing function S310 and reel control processing function S210 of the main control device 101) for stopping the circulation display of the picture so that it can be a game winning a prize and a privilege grant state end), Suggestion determination means (lottery result command processing function of display control device 81) for determining whether or not to suggest the specific operation order based on the fact that the lottery result is the specific result, and the suggestion determination When the stage determines to suggest the specific operation order, a notification means for informing the start position corresponding to the stop operation means to be operated first, and the specific direction corresponding to the specific operation order from the start position ( And an auxiliary display unit 65).

  According to this gaming machine, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result, the advantageous result advantageous to the player may not be obtained depending on the operation order of the stop operation means. And when the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result, the specific operation order which becomes an advantageous result may be suggested. In suggesting the specific operation order, the start point position corresponding to the stop operation means to be operated first, and the specific direction corresponding to the specific operation order from the start point position are notified. By adopting a configuration in which the starting point position and the specific direction are notified, the player can intuitively grasp the specific operation order. Further, by applying this configuration to each of the above gaming machines, the player can confirm the position of the stop operation means to be operated first, and then place the finger along the guide portion with the position of the subsequent stop operation means. It can be grasped by moving it. Therefore, it becomes possible to concentrate a player on the cyclic display of a picture etc., and it becomes possible to aim at the improvement of game entertainment.

  Gaming machine 21. In the gaming machine 20, the notification means includes, as the specific direction, a first direction from a stop operation means to be operated first to a stop operation means to be operated next, and a stop operation means to be operated next. A gaming machine that notifies the second direction toward the stop operation means to be operated next.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific direction is the first direction from the first stop operation means to be operated to the next stop operation means to be operated, and the second operation from the next stop operation means to be operated next. The second direction toward the power stop operation means is notified. With this configuration, it is possible for the player to grasp the positional relationship of each stop operation means through the notification contents of the notification means without visually recognizing each stop operation means.

  Gaming machine 22. In any one of the gaming machines 18 to 21, when the stop operation means is connected to any two stop operation means with a virtual straight line, the other stop operation means are not positioned on the virtual straight line. A gaming machine characterized by the arrangement.

  According to this gaming machine, each stop operation means is arranged such that when any two stop operation means are connected by a virtual straight line, the other stop operation means are not positioned on the virtual straight line. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to increase the distance between the stop operation means as compared with the configuration in which the stop operation means are arranged on a virtual straight line. As a result, it is possible to suppress erroneous operation of the stop operation means different from the stop operation means that the player intends to operate.

  Gaming machine 23. In the gaming machine 22, each stop operation means is arranged directly below the corresponding circulation display means.

  According to this gaming machine, since each stop operation means is arranged immediately below the corresponding circulation display means, even if the stop operation means is operated while visually recognizing the cyclic display of the picture, It is possible to suppress erroneous operation of a stop operation means that is different from the stop operation means intended to be performed.

  Gaming machine 24. In the gaming machine 22 or the gaming machine 23, a gaming machine characterized in that stop operation means corresponding to two adjacent circulation display means are shifted in the vertical direction.

  According to the present gaming machine, the adjacent stop operation means are erroneously operated in an attempt to operate the predetermined stop operation means because the stop operation means corresponding to the two adjacent circulation display means are shifted in the vertical direction. It is possible to suppress this.

  Gaming machine 25. In any one of the above gaming machines 22 to 24, stop operation means (left stop switch 42) corresponding to circulation display means (left reel 32L) located at one end, and circulation display means (right reel) located at the other end. 32R) and the corresponding stop operation means (right stop switch 44) are connected by a virtual straight line, the stop operation means are arranged so that the virtual straight line is horizontal.

  According to the gaming machine, when the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end are connected by a virtual straight line, Each stop operation means is arranged so as to be horizontal. Since it is generally assumed that the player stops the cyclic display of the pattern in order from one end to the other end, such a configuration allows the player to arrange each stop operation means. This makes it possible to reduce the chance of feeling uncomfortable.

  Gaming machine 26. In the gaming machine 25, there is another stop operation means below a virtual straight line connecting the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end. Each of the stop operation means is arranged so as to be positioned.

  According to this gaming machine, the other stop operation means is below a virtual straight line connecting the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end. Each stop operation means is arranged so that is positioned. By adopting such a configuration, compared with a configuration in which each stop operation means is arranged so that other stop operation means are positioned above the virtual straight line, both ends assumed to have many opportunities to be operated first. It is possible to dispose the stop operation means upward. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in operability.

  Gaming machine 27. A gaming machine according to any one of the gaming machine 22 to the gaming machine 26, wherein the stop operation means are arranged so that the distances between them are equal.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation means are arranged so that the distances between them are equal. With this configuration, it is possible to make the amount of finger movement from when one stop operation means is operated until another stop operation means is operated to improve operability. It becomes.

  Gaming machine 28. In any one of the gaming machines 18 to 27, stop operation determination means (operation confirmation processing functions S1501 to S1506 of the main control device 101) for determining whether or not the stop operation means has been operated, and lottery of the combination If the result is a specific result (a fall replay win), the order in which the stop operation determination means determines that the stop operation means has been operated is a specific operation order (an operation order that can avoid a fall replay prize). If the operation order is other than that for the player to have an advantageous result (establishment of the 6th replay prize, etc., continuation of the privilege grant state), the disadvantageous result (completion of the fall regame prize, bonus) A cyclic display stop unit (stop information setting processing function S310 and reel control processing function S210 of the main control device 101) for stopping the cyclic display of the pattern so that the display can be performed). Specific game state transition means (notification flag set processing function S1004 and notification number setting processing function S1006 of the display control device 81) for shifting to the fixed game state (privilege grant state), and the lottery result of the combination under the specific game state When the result is the specific result, the operation order suggesting means (auxiliary display unit 65) for suggesting the specific operation order, and the specific period for setting the specific period (guarantee period) based on the transition to the specific gaming state Setting means (guarantee count setting processing function S1303 of main control device 101) and stop operation means to be operated first that can be in the specific operation order when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result in the specific period. Storage means (RAM 106 of the main control device 101) for storing, and the stop operation determining means, the lottery result of the combination in the specified period is the specified result. When the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated, and when the stop operation means not corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated. A game machine characterized in that it is determined that the stop operation means is not operated.

  According to this gaming machine, if the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result under a specific gaming state, it is advantageous to the player if the order in which the stop operation determining means determines that the stop operation means has been operated is the specific operation order. If the operation order is other than that, it may be disadvantageous to the player. In addition, a specific period is set based on the transition to the specific gaming state, and when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period, the stop operation means to be operated first that can be in the specific operation order is stored. To do. Then, the stop operation determination means determines that the stop operation means is operated when the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period, and stores When the stop operation means not corresponding to the storage result of the means is operated, it is determined that the stop operation means is not operated. With this configuration, when the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result during a specific period, even if the player operates the stop operation means in an operation order different from the suggested operation order, the stop operation determination means stops. Since it is not determined that the operating means has been operated, it is possible to reduce the chance of adverse results.

  As a result, it is possible to reduce the opportunity for the player to mistake the operation order of the stop operation means, and to reduce the opportunity for the player to reduce the game motivation.

  Gaming machine 29. In the gaming machine 28, when the stop operation determination unit determines that the lottery result of the combination is the specific result and the stop operation unit corresponding to the storage result of the storage unit is operated during the specific period, Regardless of whether or not the specific operation order is reached, if another stop operation means is operated thereafter, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated.

  According to the gaming machine, when the stop operation determining means determines that the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period and the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated, Regardless of whether or not, if another stop operation means is subsequently operated, it is determined that the stop operation means has been operated. With such a configuration, it is possible to leave room for adverse results even during a specific period. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from becoming monotonous.

  Gaming machine 30. In the gaming machine 28 or the gaming machine 29, the stop operation determination means determines whether or not the stop operation means has been operated after the cyclic display of the picture has reached a predetermined constant speed state. To play.

  According to this gaming machine, the determination as to whether or not the stop operation means has been operated is performed after the cyclic display of the pattern has reached a predetermined constant speed state. In such a configuration, for example, when a specific operation order is suggested under a specific gaming state, before the stop operation determination unit performs the above determination, the player operates the stop operation unit to be operated first, and the stop operation determination An event may occur in which the player operates the stop operation means to be operated second after the means starts the determination. This is because, although the player operates the stop operation means in the suggested operation order, the player mistakenly operates the stop operation means according to the determination timing of the stop operation determination means. As a result, there is a possibility that the player may significantly reduce his / her willingness to play. Therefore, in the specific period, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated only when the stop operation means that can be in the specific operation order for at least the first operation is operated. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the chance of the occurrence of the above event.

  Gaming machine 31. In any one of the gaming machines 28 to 30, the stop operation determination means is a stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means when any of the stop operation means is operated. If it is a corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated, and if it is not the corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means is not operated. Machine.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation determination unit determines whether or not the stop operation unit corresponds to the storage result of the storage unit when any one of the stop operation units is operated, and the corresponding stop operation is performed. If it is a means, it is determined that the stop operation means has been operated, and if it is not the corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means has not been operated. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to invalidate the operation when a stop operation means that does not produce an advantageous result is operated while checking whether any stop operation means has been operated.

  Gaming machine 32. In any one of the gaming machine 28 to the gaming machine 30, the stop operation determination means determines whether or not the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means has been operated, while the storage result of the storage means A gaming machine, characterized in that it does not determine whether or not an incompatible stop operation means has been operated.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation determination means does not determine whether or not a stop operation means that does not correspond to the operation order stored in the storage means has been operated. With such a configuration, when a stop operation means that does not produce an advantageous result is operated, the operation can be invalidated.

  Gaming machine 33. In any one of the gaming machines 28 to 32, an end condition setting unit (notification number setting processing function S1006 of the display control device 81) for setting an end condition of the specific game state when the game state is shifted to the specific game state is provided. The gaming machine is characterized in that the specific period setting means sets the specific period so that the specific period ends at a gaming time when the end condition is satisfied.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific period is set so as to end at the game round in which the specific gaming state ends. By adopting such a configuration, it becomes possible to reduce the chance that the player loses the profit of the bag that is originally obtained as a result of the player making a mistake in the operation order of the stop operation means under the specific gaming state. However, it is possible to suitably avoid that the game motivation is reduced.

  Gaming machine 34. In any one of the gaming machines 28 to 32, when a transition is made to the specific gaming state, from a plurality of conditions (the number of notifications of 16, 33, 50, 75) predetermined as the end condition of the specific gaming state An end condition selection means for selecting one condition (notification frequency lottery processing function S1005 of the display control device 81), and the specific period setting means satisfies a condition in which the player has the lowest degree of advantage among the plurality of conditions. A gaming machine, wherein the specific period is set so that the specific period ends for the game times to be played.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific period is set so as to end the game times in which the condition with the lowest player advantage among the plurality of conditions that can be selected as the end condition of the specific gaming state is established. By adopting such a configuration, even if any condition is selected as the end condition of the specific gaming state, the chances of adverse results are reduced until the game times when the condition with the lowest degree of player advantage is established. Can be made. Therefore, it is possible to suitably avoid that the player has reduced the game motivation.

Gaming machine 35. At least three circulation display means (reels 32L, 32M, 32R) for cyclically displaying a plurality of types of patterns (designs);
Start operation means (start lever 41, first to third credit insertion switches 56 to 58) operated to start the cyclic display of the pattern;
Lottery means (lottery processing function of the main control device 101) for lottery of the role;
Stop operation means (stop switches 42 to 44) equal in number to the circulation display means operated to individually stop the cyclic display of the pattern;
Based on the fact that the winning symbol corresponding to the winning combination won in the effective lot (effective line) formed a predetermined combination (such as a combination of small role symbols) and stopped, In a gaming machine provided with a privilege granting means for granting a privilege (medal payout processing S211 of the main control device 101, BB state processing S213, etc.)
Stop operation determination means (operation confirmation processing functions S1501 to S1506 of the main controller 101) for determining whether or not the stop operation means has been operated;
When the lottery result of the combination is a specific result (falling replay winning), the order in which the stop operation determining means determines that the stop operating means has been operated is a specific operation order (operation order that can avoid a fall replay winning prize) ), An advantageous result (successful achievement of the 6th replay prize, etc., continuation of the privilege grant state) is obtained, and an adverse result (falling replay) that is disadvantageous to the player is obtained in another operation order. Circulation display stop means (stop information setting processing function S310 and reel control processing function S210 of the main control device 101) for stopping the cyclic display of the pattern so that the winning can be established and the privilege grant state is completed,
Specific game state transition means (notification flag set processing function S1004 and notification number setting processing function S1006 of the display control device 81) for shifting to a specific game state (privilege grant state);
An operation order suggesting means (auxiliary display unit 65) for suggesting the specific operation order when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result under the specific gaming state;
Specific period setting means for setting a specific period (guarantee period) based on the transition to the specific gaming state (guarantee count setting processing function S1303 of the main control device 101);
Storage means (RAM 106 of the main control device 101) that stores stop operation means that should be operated first when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period;
The stop operation determination means is operated when the stop operation means is operated when a stop operation means corresponding to a storage result of the storage means is operated when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period. A game machine that determines and determines that the stop operation means is not operated when a stop operation means that does not correspond to the storage result of the storage means is operated.

  According to this gaming machine, if the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result under a specific gaming state, it is advantageous to the player if the order in which the stop operation determining means determines that the stop operation means has been operated is the specific operation order. If the operation order is other than that, it may be disadvantageous to the player. In addition, a specific period is set based on the transition to the specific gaming state, and when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period, the stop operation means to be operated first that can be in the specific operation order is stored. To do. Then, the stop operation determination means determines that the stop operation means is operated when the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period, and stores When the stop operation means not corresponding to the storage result of the means is operated, it is determined that the stop operation means is not operated. With this configuration, when the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result during a specific period, even if the player operates the stop operation means in an operation order different from the suggested operation order, the stop operation determination means stops. Since it is not determined that the operating means has been operated, it is possible to reduce the chance of adverse results.

  As a result, it is possible to reduce the opportunity for the player to mistake the operation order of the stop operation means, and to reduce the opportunity for the player to reduce the game motivation.

  Gaming machine 36. In the gaming machine 35, when the stop operation determination unit determines that the lottery result of the combination is the specific result and the stop operation unit corresponding to the storage result of the storage unit is operated during the specific period, Regardless of whether or not the specific operation order is reached, if another stop operation means is operated thereafter, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated.

  According to the gaming machine, when the stop operation determining means determines that the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result during the specific period and the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means is operated, Regardless of whether or not, if another stop operation means is subsequently operated, it is determined that the stop operation means has been operated. With such a configuration, it is possible to leave room for adverse results even during a specific period. As a result, it is possible to prevent the game from becoming monotonous.

  Gaming machine 37. In the gaming machine 35 or the gaming machine 36, the stop operation determination means determines whether or not the stop operation means has been operated after the cyclic display of the picture has reached a predetermined constant speed state. To play.

  According to this gaming machine, the determination as to whether or not the stop operation means has been operated is performed after the cyclic display of the pattern has reached a predetermined constant speed state. In such a configuration, for example, when a specific operation order is suggested under a specific gaming state, before the stop operation determination unit performs the above determination, the player operates the stop operation unit to be operated first, and the stop operation determination An event may occur in which the player operates the stop operation means to be operated second after the means starts the determination. This is because, although the player operates the stop operation means in the suggested operation order, the player mistakenly operates the stop operation means according to the determination timing of the stop operation determination means. As a result, there is a possibility that the player may significantly reduce his / her willingness to play. Therefore, in the specific period, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated only when the stop operation means that can be in the specific operation order for at least the first operation is operated. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the chance of the occurrence of the above event.

  Gaming machine 38. In any one of the gaming machines 35 to 37, the stop operation determination unit is a stop operation unit corresponding to a storage result of the storage unit when any one of the stop operation units is operated. If it is a corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means is operated, and if it is not the corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means is not operated. Machine.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation determination unit determines whether or not the stop operation unit corresponds to the storage result of the storage unit when any one of the stop operation units is operated, and the corresponding stop operation is performed. If it is a means, it is determined that the stop operation means has been operated, and if it is not the corresponding stop operation means, it is determined that the stop operation means has not been operated. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to invalidate the operation when a stop operation means that does not produce an advantageous result is operated while checking whether any stop operation means has been operated.

  Gaming machine 39. In any one of the gaming machines 35 to 37, the stop operation determination means determines whether or not the stop operation means corresponding to the storage result of the storage means has been operated, while the storage result of the storage means A gaming machine, characterized in that it does not determine whether or not an incompatible stop operation means has been operated.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation determination means does not determine whether or not a stop operation means that does not correspond to the operation order stored in the storage means has been operated. With such a configuration, when a stop operation means that does not produce an advantageous result is operated, the operation can be invalidated.

  Gaming machine 40. In any one of the gaming machines 35 to 39, an ending condition setting means (notification number setting processing function S1006 of the display control device 81) for setting an ending condition for the specific gaming state when the specific gaming state is entered is provided. The gaming machine is characterized in that the specific period setting means sets the specific period so that the specific period ends at a gaming time when the end condition is satisfied.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific period is set so as to end at the game round in which the specific gaming state ends. By adopting such a configuration, it becomes possible to reduce the chance that the player loses the profit of the bag that is originally obtained as a result of the player making a mistake in the operation order of the stop operation means under the specific gaming state. However, it is possible to suitably avoid that the game motivation is reduced.

  Gaming machine 41. In any one of the gaming machines 35 to 39, when a transition is made to the specific gaming state, a plurality of conditions (number of notifications of 16, 33, 50, 75) determined in advance as end conditions for the specific gaming state are used. An end condition selection means for selecting one condition (notification frequency lottery processing function S1005 of the display control device 81), and the specific period setting means satisfies a condition in which the player has the lowest degree of advantage among the plurality of conditions. A gaming machine, wherein the specific period is set so that the specific period ends for the game times to be played.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific period is set so as to end the game times in which the condition with the lowest player advantage among the plurality of conditions that can be selected as the end condition of the specific gaming state is established. By adopting such a configuration, even if any condition is selected as the end condition of the specific gaming state, the chances of adverse results are reduced until the game times when the condition with the lowest degree of player advantage is established. Can be made. Therefore, it is possible to suitably avoid that the player has reduced the game motivation.

  Gaming machine 42. In any one of the gaming machines 35 to 41, when each of the stop operation means is connected to any two stop operation means by a virtual straight line, the other stop operation means are not positioned on the virtual straight line. A gaming machine characterized by the arrangement.

  According to this gaming machine, each stop operation means is arranged such that when any two stop operation means are connected by a virtual straight line, the other stop operation means are not positioned on the virtual straight line. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to increase the distance between the stop operation means as compared with the configuration in which the stop operation means are arranged on a virtual straight line. As a result, it is possible to suppress erroneous operation of the stop operation means different from the stop operation means that the player intends to operate.

  Gaming machine 43. In the gaming machine 42, each of the stop operation means is arranged directly below the corresponding circulation display means.

  According to this gaming machine, since each stop operation means is arranged immediately below the corresponding circulation display means, even if the stop operation means is operated while visually recognizing the cyclic display of the picture, It is possible to suppress erroneous operation of a stop operation means that is different from the stop operation means intended to be performed.

  Gaming machine 44. A gaming machine characterized in that in the gaming machine 42 or gaming machine 43, two adjacent circulating display means and corresponding stop operation means are shifted in the vertical direction.

  According to the present gaming machine, the adjacent stop operation means are erroneously operated in an attempt to operate the predetermined stop operation means because the stop operation means corresponding to the two adjacent circulation display means are shifted in the vertical direction. It is possible to suppress this.

  Gaming machine 45. In any one of the gaming machines 42 to 44, a stop operation means (left stop switch 42) corresponding to the circulation display means (left reel 32L) located at one end and a circulation display means (right reel) located at the other end. 32R) and the corresponding stop operation means (right stop switch 44) are connected by a virtual straight line, the stop operation means are arranged so that the virtual straight line is horizontal.

  According to the gaming machine, when the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end are connected by a virtual straight line, Each stop operation means is arranged so as to be horizontal. Since it is generally assumed that the player stops the cyclic display of the pattern in order from one end to the other end, such a configuration allows the player to arrange each stop operation means. This makes it possible to reduce the chance of feeling uncomfortable.

  Gaming machine 46. In the gaming machine 45, there is another stop operation means below a virtual straight line connecting the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end. Each of the stop operation means is arranged so as to be positioned.

  According to this gaming machine, the other stop operation means is below a virtual straight line connecting the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end. Each stop operation means is arranged so that is positioned. By adopting such a configuration, compared with a configuration in which each stop operation means is arranged so that other stop operation means are positioned above the virtual straight line, both ends assumed to have many opportunities to be operated first. It is possible to dispose the stop operation means upward. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in operability.

  Gaming machine 47. A gaming machine according to any one of the gaming machines 42 to 46, wherein the stop operation means are arranged such that the distances between them are equal.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation means are arranged so that the distances between them are equal. With this configuration, it is possible to make the amount of finger movement from when one stop operation means is operated until another stop operation means is operated to improve operability. It becomes.

  Gaming machine 48. Any one of the gaming machines 42 to 47, wherein a guide portion (guide groove portion 40) for connecting the stop operation means to each other is provided.

  According to this gaming machine, since the guide unit that connects the respective stop operation means to each other is provided, the player can operate each stop operation means by moving a finger along the guide unit. As a result, it is possible to suppress accidental operation of other stop operation means in an attempt to operate the predetermined stop operation means.

  Gaming machine 49. The gaming machine according to claim 48, wherein the guide portion is formed so that the stop operating means are connected to each other by a straight line.

  According to this gaming machine, the guide portion is formed so as to connect the respective stop operation means with a straight line. In the case of such a configuration, if the player moves his / her finger along the guide and operates each stop operation means, the amount of movement of the finger can be minimized. As a result, the operability can be improved and the player can be encouraged to use the guide unit.

  Gaming machine 50. In the gaming machine 48 or the gaming machine 49, the operation order suggesting unit notifies the start point position corresponding to the stop operation unit to be operated first and the specific direction corresponding to the specific operation order from the start point position. Thus, the gaming machine is configured to suggest the specific operation order.

  According to this gaming machine, when the specific operation order is suggested, the start point position corresponding to the stop operation means to be operated first and the specific direction corresponding to the specific operation order from the start point position are notified. By adopting a configuration in which the starting point position and the specific direction are notified, the player can intuitively grasp the specific operation order. Further, by applying this configuration to each of the above gaming machines, the player can confirm the position of the stop operation means to be operated first, and then place the finger along the guide portion with the position of the subsequent stop operation means. It can be grasped by moving it. Therefore, it becomes possible to concentrate a player on the cyclic display of a picture etc., and it becomes possible to aim at the improvement of game entertainment.

  Gaming machine 51. In the gaming machine 50, the operation order suggesting means includes, as the specific direction, a first direction from a stop operation means to be operated first to a stop operation means to be operated next, and a stop operation to be operated next. A gaming machine that notifies the second direction from the means to the stop operation means to be operated next.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific direction is the first direction from the first stop operation means to be operated to the next stop operation means to be operated, and the second operation from the next stop operation means to be operated next. The second direction toward the power stop operation means is notified. With this configuration, it is possible for the player to grasp the positional relationship of each stop operation means through the notification contents of the notification means without visually recognizing each stop operation means.

Gaming machine 52. A plurality of circulation display means (reels 32L, 32M, 32R) for cyclically displaying a plurality of types of patterns (designs);
Start operation means (start lever 41, first to third credit insertion switches 56 to 58) operated to start the cyclic display of the pattern;
Lottery means (lottery processing function of the main control device 101) for lottery of the role;
A plurality of stop operation means (stop switches 242 to 244) operated to individually stop the cyclic display of the pattern;
Based on the fact that the winning symbol corresponding to the winning combination won in the effective lot (effective line) formed a predetermined combination (such as a combination of small role symbols) and stopped, In a gaming machine provided with a privilege granting means for granting a privilege (medal payout processing S211 of the main control device 101, BB state processing S213, etc.)
A gaming machine comprising position changing means (initial rotation processing function and rotation control processing function of the display control device 81) for changing stop operation means located at a specified position based on the cyclic display state of the picture.

  According to this gaming machine, the stop operation means located at the specified position is changed based on the cyclic display state of the pattern. By adopting such a configuration, the player can stop the cyclic display of the pattern on each circulation display means by operating the stop operation means located at the specified position. As a result, it is possible to suppress erroneous operation of the stop operation means different from the stop operation means that the player intends to operate.

  Gaming machine 53. In the gaming machine 52, if the lottery result of the combination is a specific result (falling replay winning), a game is performed if the stop operation means is operated in a specific operating order (operation order that can avoid the falling replay winning prize). If the player is operated in any other operation order so as to obtain an advantageous result advantageous to the player (establishment of the 6th replay prize, etc., continuation of the privilege grant state) Circulation display stop means (stop information setting processing function S310 and reel control processing function S210 of the main control device 101) for stopping the cyclic display of the pattern, and a specific gaming state (privilege grant state) ) To shift to a specific gaming state (notification flag set processing function S1004 and notification number setting processing function S1006 of the display control device 81), and the role under the specific gaming state A change determination unit (an affirmative determination function in step S1603 of the display control device 81) that determines that the position change unit changes the stop operation unit located at the specified position when the selection result is the specific result; The position change means changes the stop operation means located at the specified position so that the order of the stop operation means that reaches the specified position becomes the specific operation order.

  According to this gaming machine, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result, the advantageous result advantageous to the player may not be obtained depending on the operation order of the stop operation means. Then, when the lottery result of the combination becomes a specific result under the specific gaming state, the stop operation means positioned at the specified position is changed so that the order of the stop operation means reaching the specified position becomes the specific operation order. The By adopting such a configuration, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result, the player can make the stop result of the picture an advantageous result by operating the stop operation means located at the specified position. As a result, it is possible to reduce the opportunity for the player to mistake the operating order of the stop operation means, and to reduce the opportunity for the player to reduce the game motivation.

  Gaming machine 54. The gaming machine 53 is characterized in that the gaming machine 53 does not include display means for displaying the specific operation order when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result under the specific gaming state.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific operation order is not displayed when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result under the specific gaming state. In the configuration in which the specific operation order is obtained by sequentially operating the stop operation means positioned at the specified position, it is possible to avoid a disadvantageous result without displaying the specific operation order. Therefore, when the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result under a specific gaming state, it is possible to execute other display effects instead of displaying a specific operation order, and the game under the specific gaming state becomes monotonous It is possible to suppress this.

  Gaming machine 55. In any one of the gaming machines 52 to 54, the stop operation means are arranged so that the distances between them are equal, and the position changing means is located at an equal distance from the stop operation means. A gaming machine characterized in that each stop operating means is rotated as a center.

  According to this gaming machine, each stop operation means is arranged so that the distance between them is equal, and each stop operation means rotates around a position that is equidistant from each stop operation means. The stop operation means located at is changed. By adopting such a configuration, it becomes possible to facilitate the control relating to the movement of each stop operating means.

  Gaming machine 56. The gaming machine 55 is provided with three stop operation means.

  According to this gaming machine, the three stop operation means are arranged so that their distances are equal. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to make the time required for changing the stop operation means located at the specified position constant, and it is possible to suppress the game from being extended.

  Gaming machine 57. Any one of the gaming machines 52 to 56 is provided with a prescribed position suggesting means (protrusion 213) for suggesting the prescribed position.

  According to this gaming machine, since the specified position suggesting means that suggests the specified position is provided, it is possible to reduce the chance of operating the stop operation means at a position different from the specified position.

  Gaming machine 58. In any one of the gaming machines 52 to 57, when all the circulation display means stop the circulation display of the picture, the stop operation means other than the predetermined stop operation means (left stop switch 242) A gaming machine comprising a moving means (initial state return function S1705 of the display control device 81) for moving the predetermined stop operation means to the specified position when located at a position.

  According to this gaming machine, when all the circulation display means stop the cyclic display of the pattern, when the stop operation means other than the predetermined stop operation means is located at the specified position, the predetermined stop operation means moves to the specified position. Is done. By adopting such a configuration, it becomes possible for the player to know which circulation display means each stop operation means corresponds to.

Gaming machine 59. A plurality of circulation display means (reels 32L, 32M, 32R) for cyclically displaying a plurality of types of patterns (designs);
Start operation means (start lever 41, first to third credit insertion switches 56 to 58) operated to start the cyclic display of the pattern;
Lottery means (lottery processing function of the main control device 101) for lottery of the role;
A plurality of stop operation means (stop switches 242 to 244) operated to individually stop the cyclic display of the pattern;
Based on the fact that the winning symbol corresponding to the winning combination won in the effective lot (effective line) formed a predetermined combination (such as a combination of small role symbols) and stopped, In a gaming machine provided with a privilege granting means for granting a privilege (medal payout processing S211 of the main control device 101, BB state processing S213, etc.)
A covering means (shielding member 300) capable of covering at least a part of each of the stop operation means;
Covering degree changing means (the initial rotation processing function and rotation control processing of the display control device 81) capable of changing the covering degree covered by the covering means by the stop operation means based on the cyclic display state of the pattern. A gaming machine characterized by having a function).

  According to this gaming machine, the degree of coverage with which each stop operation means is covered by the covering means can change based on the cyclic display state of the pattern. By adopting such a configuration, it becomes possible for the player to grasp the stop operation means to be operated through the coverage of each stop operation means. As a result, it is possible to reduce the chance that the player erroneously operates the stop operation means to be operated.

  Gaming machine 60. In the gaming machine 59, when the lottery result of the combination is a specific result (falling replay winning), a game is performed if the stop operation means is operated in a specific operating order (an operating order that can avoid the falling replay winning prize). If the player is operated in any other operation order so as to obtain an advantageous result advantageous to the player (establishment of the 6th replay prize, etc., continuation of the privilege grant state) Circulation display stop means (stop information setting processing function S310 and reel control processing function S210 of the main control device 101) for stopping the cyclic display of the pattern, and a specific gaming state (privilege grant state) ) To shift to a specific gaming state (notification flag set processing function S1004 and notification number setting processing function S1006 of the display control device 81), and the role under the specific gaming state When the selection result is the specified result, the covering degree changing means is provided with a change determining means for determining that the covering degree of each of the stop operation means is changed (affirmative determination function in step S1603 of the display control device 81). The coverage changing means is configured such that, when the lottery result of the combination is the specified result under the specific gaming state, the coverage of one stop operation means is smaller than the coverage of other stop operation means. The gaming machine is characterized in that the degree of coverage of each of the stop operation means is changed so that the order in which the degree of coverage decreases is the specific operation order.

  According to this gaming machine, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result, the advantageous result advantageous to the player may not be obtained depending on the operation order of the stop operation means. When the lottery result of the combination becomes a specific result under the specific gaming state, the coverage of one stop operation means is smaller than the coverage of the other stop operation means, and the coverage The degree of coverage of each stop operation means is changed so that the order of decreasing degrees becomes the specific operation order. By adopting such a configuration, when the player has selected the result of the lottery, if the player operates the stop operation means whose coverage is smaller than that of the other stop operation means in order, the player can obtain the advantageous result of the picture stop. It can be. As a result, it is possible to reduce the opportunity for the player to mistake the operating order of the stop operation means, and to reduce the opportunity for the player to reduce the game motivation.

  Gaming machine 61. In the gaming machine 60, when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result under the specific gaming state, the covering degree changing unit exposes all stop operation units to be operated next and other stop A gaming machine characterized by covering at least a part of the operating means.

  According to this gaming machine, when a lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result under a specific gaming state, all stop operation means to be operated next are exposed and at least a part of other stop operation means is covered. The By adopting a configuration in which all the stop operation means to be operated next are exposed, it is possible to suppress a decrease in operability. In addition, by covering at least a part of the other stop operation means, it is possible to leave room for operation of the stop operation means that should not be operated next, and the player has a passive impression. This can be suppressed.

  Gaming machine 62. The gaming machine 60 or the gaming machine 61 is characterized in that there is no display means for displaying the specific operation order when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result under the specific gaming state. Machine.

  According to this gaming machine, the specific operation order is not displayed when the lottery result of the combination becomes the specific result under the specific gaming state. In the configuration in which the specific operation order is obtained by sequentially operating the stop operation means whose coverage is smaller than that of the other stop operation means, it is possible to avoid a disadvantageous result without displaying the specific operation order. . Therefore, when the lottery result of a combination becomes a specific result under a specific gaming state, it is possible to execute other display effects instead of displaying a specific operation order, and the game under the specific gaming state becomes monotonous It is possible to suppress this.

  Gaming machine 63. In any one of the gaming machines 60 to 62, when the covering means has an opening (fourth recessed portion 304) and the covering means is at a specific position (an angular position of 60 degrees), a specific stop The operating means (the left stop switch 242) is exposed from the opening, and at least a part of the other stop operating means is covered by the covering means, and the covering means is at the second specific position (an angular position of 300 degrees). In this case, the gaming machine is characterized in that a stop operation means different from the specific stop operation means is exposed from the opening and at least a part of the other stop operation means is covered by the covering means.

  According to this gaming machine, the covering means has an opening, and when the covering means is in a specific position, the specific stop operation means is exposed from the opening and at least a part of the other stop operation means is It is coated by a coating means. When the covering means is at the second specific position, the stop operating means different from the specific stop operating means is exposed from the opening, and at least a part of the other stop operating means is covered by the covering means. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to change the coverage of each stop operation means by displacing the covering means, and it is possible to facilitate control related to the change in the coverage.

  Gaming machine 64. In any one of the gaming machines 60 to 63, the specific gaming state is a gaming state advantageous to a player, and the circulation display stopping unit is operated in the other operation order. The specific stop event (combination of falling replay symbols) is stopped at the effective position, and the specific game state is ended when the specific stop event stops at the effective position. A gaming machine comprising means (notification flag clear function S1010 of the display control device 81).

  According to this gaming machine, when the stop operation means is operated in an operation order different from the operation order suggested by the player to stop the cyclic display of the pattern, the specific gaming state advantageous to the player ends. . In such a configuration, if the player makes a mistake in the operation order of the stop operation means, there is a possibility that the willingness to play will be significantly reduced. Therefore, by reducing the chance that the player mistakes the operation order of the stop operation means, the above concerns can be preferably solved.

  Gaming machine 65. In any one of the gaming machines 60 to 63, the specific game state is a game state advantageous to a player, and the stop operation unit is operated in the specific operation order by operating the circulation display stop unit. A predetermined number of winnings to be given a predetermined number of game media are established, and when each of the stop operation means is operated in the other operation order, no winning is achieved. To play.

  According to this gaming machine, when the stop operation means is operated in an operation order different from the suggested operation order to stop the cyclic display of the pattern, a winning is established despite winning the lottery of the combination Do not miss it. In such a configuration, if the player makes a mistake in the operation order of the stop operation means, there is a possibility that the player's willingness to game will be significantly reduced by losing the profit of the bag that is originally obtained. Therefore, by reducing the chance that the player mistakes the operation order of the stop operation means, the above concerns can be preferably solved.

  Note that the configurations of the gaming machine 1 to the gaming machine 65 described above may be combined as appropriate. Even if it is a case where it is such a structure, it is clear that there exists the effect mentioned above.

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 ... Slot machine as a gaming machine, 32 ... Constructing circulation display means and reel as a circulating body, 41 ... Start lever as start operation means or start operation means, 42 to 44 ... Stop switch as stop operation means, 56... First credit insertion switch as start operation means or input operation means, 57... Second credit insertion switch as start operation means or input operation means, 58... Third credit insertion switch as start operation means or input operation means , 63: upper lamp constituting an auxiliary effect part or suggesting means, 64: speaker constituting an auxiliary effect part or suggesting means, 65 ... auxiliary display part constituting an auxiliary effect part or suggesting means, 81 ... sub-control board or suggestion Display control device constituting means, 101 ... main control device as main control board, 102 ... lottery CPU constituting various control means such as stage and main control means, 213... Projection, 240... Operation unit, 242 to 244. Stop switch as stop operation means, 281... Movable part, 300. 304, fourth recesses, 340, operation unit.

Claims (5)

At least three circulation display means for cyclically displaying a plurality of kinds of patterns;
Start operation means operated to start the cyclic display of the pattern;
Lottery means for lottery drawing,
The same number of stop operation means as the circulation display means operated to individually stop the cyclic display of the pattern,
Based on the fact that the winning symbol corresponding to the winning combination won in the lottery of the combination formed a predetermined combination at the effective position and stopped, a privilege granting unit that grants a privilege to the player as winning establishment,
Each of the stop operation means is arranged such that when any two stop operation means are connected by a virtual straight line, the other stop operation means are not positioned on the virtual straight line.   2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein each of the stop operation means is arranged directly below the corresponding circulation display means.   The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein stop operation means corresponding to two adjacent circulation display means are shifted in the vertical direction.   When the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end are connected by a virtual straight line, each of the above-mentioned so that the virtual straight line becomes horizontal The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising stop operation means.   The stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at one end and the stop operation means corresponding to the circulation display means located at the other end are positioned so that the other stop operation means is located below a virtual straight line connecting the circulation display means. 5. The gaming machine according to claim 4, wherein each stop operation means is arranged.

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