JP2014121437A - Slot machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To present a game as if having a possibility of transferring to an AT (Assist Time) game, even immediately after finishing a false prelude state, by making indistinct a difference between a real prelude state and the false prelude state.SOLUTION: Sub game state control means 81 sets the number N1 (the number of real release games) of games from a prescribed time to a time when it becomes possible to start the AT game, and sets the number N2 (the number of false release games) of games separately from the number N1 of games. Performance control means 83, each time the game is executed, determines whether the number of games till reaching the number N1 of games or the number N2 of games becomes a prescribed number of games or not, and, when determining that the number of games becomes the prescribed number, makes at least a part of a period from the game to the prescribed number of games, a specific performance state (a real prelude state or a false prelude state) suggesting a transfer to the specific game.

Description

  The present invention sets the number of games N1 until the specific game can be started, and when the number of games to reach the game number N1 reaches a predetermined number, the specific effect state suggesting the transition to the specific game It relates to the slot machine.

  In the conventional slot machine, the number of games until the AT game is started is set, and when the remaining number of games until the start of the AT game is 32, the slot that is set to the precursor state suggesting the transition to the AT game. A machine is known (see Patent Document 1).

JP 2012-183257 A

In Patent Document 1, when the number of remaining games until the start of an AT game is larger than 64, the game is set in a harsh precursor state where a transition to an AT game is expected over 32 games on the condition of determination by lottery.
For this reason, when the AT game start is far away, the gasse precursor state is repeated, and when the AT game start approaches, it will be changed to the main precursor state instead of the gasse precursor state. The distinction from the precursor state is clear.
Therefore, at the end of the prelude state, it becomes clear that more than 32 games remain until the AT game starts, which discourages the player.

  Therefore, the problem to be solved by the present invention is that the distinction between the pre-sign state and the pre-gase state is not clear, so that the game may shift to a specific game even immediately after the end of the pre-gase state. It is to be.

The present invention solves the above-described problems by the following means. Note that the corresponding embodiment is shown in parentheses.
The invention of claim 1 has a normal game (non-AT game) and a specific game (AT game) that is advantageous to the player over the normal game, and a game state control means for controlling the transition between them (AT game) A sub game state control means 81) and an effect control means (83) for controlling the output of the effect, the game state control means being able to start the specific game from a predetermined time (at the end of the AT game). The number of games N1 is set, and the number of games N2 is set separately from the number of games N1, and the effect control means determines the number of games until the number of games N1 or N2 is reached each time a game is played. It is determined whether or not the predetermined number of times (38 times) has been reached, and when it is determined that the predetermined number of times has been reached, at least a part of the period of the predetermined number of times from the game is specified to indicate the transition to the specific game Making the production state Is a slot machine, characterized in that the controlled so.

  According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the first aspect, when the effect control means determines that the number of games until the number of games N2 has reached the predetermined number of times, from that time until the number of games N1 is reached. It is determined whether or not the number of games is within a specified number (37 times), and when it is determined that it is within the specified number of times, at least a part of the predetermined number of times until reaching the game number N2 is determined. When the number of games until reaching the specific performance state or the number of games N1 reaches the predetermined number of times, at least a part of the predetermined number of times from the game is set to the specific performance state. It is a slot machine characterized by controlling.

  According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the first or second aspect, the gaming state control means is capable of continuously executing the specific game a plurality of times, and the continuation probability of the specific game when the number of games N1 is set. In the slot machine, the production control means varies the contents of the specific production state according to the set continuation probability.

  The invention according to claim 4 is the slot machine according to claim 3, wherein the game state control means changes the set continuation probability according to a game result until the game number N1 is reached. It is.

  According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, in any one of the first to fourth aspects, the setting for storing any one of a plurality of setting values for determining an expected value of the number of payouts with respect to the number of inserted game media The slot machine is characterized by comprising value storage means, wherein the game state control means sets the game times N1 and N2 separately at the end of the specific game or when the set value is changed.

  A sixth aspect of the present invention is the slot machine according to any one of the first to fifth aspects, wherein the game state control means sets a plurality of game times N2 separately.

(Function)
In the present invention, the game state control means sets the number of games N1 until a specific game can be started from a predetermined time, and sets the number of games N2 separately from the number of games N1. Then, when the number of games N1 is consumed from a predetermined time, the specific game can be started. On the other hand, even if the number of games N2 is digested from a predetermined time, the specific game is not started.
In other words, the game number N1 is a so-called book release game number that allows a specific game to be started when it is digested, and the game number N2 is a so-called gasset release game number that does not start a specific game even if it is digested. is there.

Further, the game state control means sets the game number N2 without referring to the game number N1.
For this reason, for example, the difference between the number of games N1 and N2 may be smaller than the period of the specific effect state.

Furthermore, every time a game is performed, the effect control means determines whether or not the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 or N2 has reached a predetermined number. When it is determined that the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 or N2 has reached a predetermined number, at least a part of the period of the predetermined number of times from the game to a specific performance state that suggests a transition to a specific game To do.
That is, when the remaining number of games up to the number of games N1 or N2 reaches a predetermined number, all or part of the period until the number of games N1 or N2 is reached is set to a specific effect state.

Here, when the game number N1 is digested, a specific game can be started, so that a predetermined number of times until the game number N1 is reached is a so-called precursor state.
On the other hand, since the specific game is not started even if the number of games N2 is consumed, the predetermined number of periods until the number of games N2 is reached is a so-called gasse precursor state.

In this way, in the present invention, N2 is set separately from the number of games N1, and when the number of games to reach the number of games N1 or N2 reaches a predetermined number of times, a specific effect state is set. The distinction from the precursor state is not clear, and when the difference between the number of games N1 and N2 is smaller than the period of the specific effect state, the game may be shifted to the specific game immediately after the end of the prelude state.
For this reason, it is possible to make the player expect the transition to the specific game even after the end of the pre-gase state.

  According to the present invention, the distinction between the pre-sign state and the pre-gase state can be made unclear, and even after the end of the pre-gase state, the game can be shifted to a specific game. it can.

It is a block diagram which shows the outline of control of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement | sequence of a reel. It is a figure which shows the relationship between a display window and a reel, and an effective line. It is a figure which shows the combination of a combination, a payout number, etc., and a symbol. It is a figure which shows the combination of a combination, the number of payout, etc., and a pattern, and is a figure following FIG. It is a figure which shows the combination of a combination, the number of payout, etc., and a pattern, and is a figure following FIG. It is a figure which shows the lottery table in a normal game (in a non-internal and non-RT game), a normal game (in an internal and an RT game), and a special game (MB game). It is a figure which shows the relationship between a winning combination (the lottery result of a combination), the kind of winning combination, and a pushing order, and a winning combination. FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating a winning combination, a type of winning combination, and a relationship between a pressing order and a winning combination, and is a diagram subsequent to FIG. 8. FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating a winning combination, a type of winning combination, and a relationship between a pressing order and a winning combination, and is a diagram subsequent to FIG. 9. FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating a winning combination, a type of winning combination, and a relationship between a pressing order and a winning combination, and is a diagram continued from FIG. FIG. 12 is a diagram illustrating a winning combination, a type of winning combination, and a relationship between a pressing order and a winning combination, and is a diagram continued from FIG. 11. It is a figure explaining transition of a gaming state. It is a time chart which shows the output pattern of AT signal. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process regarding control of AT signal. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process regarding the notification of the pushing order for the stop control of a reel at the time of the 1st or 2nd replay winning. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process regarding the alerting | reporting of the pushing order for control of AT signal. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process regarding control of a precursor state.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
In the slot machine 10 of the following embodiment, medals are used as game media. However, the present invention is not limited to medals and may be game balls or the like.
FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an outline of control of the slot machine 10 in the present embodiment. The slot machine 10 includes a main control unit 50 and a sub control unit 80.

  The main control means 50 controls the progress of games such as winning lottery, reel 31 drive (rotation and stop) control, and payout when winning. The main control means 50 is provided on a main control board (not shown), and a CPU for performing calculations, a ROM for storing programs necessary for the progress of games, etc., and the CPU perform various controls. A RAM or the like is provided for temporarily storing data that is sometimes captured.

  The sub-control means 80 controls the selection / output of effects during the game and during the game standby. The sub-control means 80 is provided on a sub-control board (not shown). The CPU that performs calculations, the ROM that stores data for effects (such as effect patterns), and the CPU perform various effects. A RAM or the like for temporarily storing data taken in when outputting is provided.

  The sub control board is a control board belonging to a lower level of the main control board. The main control means 50 and the sub control means 80 are electrically connected, and transmit signals and information (commands) necessary for production output in one direction from the main control means 50 to the sub control means 80. It is formed as follows.

  As shown in FIG. 1, on the input side (the left side in FIG. 1) of the main control means 50, a bet switch 40, a start switch 41 (left, Middle, right) Stop switch 42 and medal slot 43 are electrically connected.

  The bet switch 40 is a switch operated when the player inserts a stored medal for the game. In the present embodiment, except for the MB game described later, the game is set by inserting three medals and the game is performed by inserting two medals during the MB game. For this reason, when the bet switch 40 is operated except for the MB game, three medals are inserted, and when the bet switch 40 is operated during the MB game, two medals are inserted. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a single bet may be provided.

The medal insertion slot 43 is a part where the player inserts an actual medal. Inserting a medal from the medal insertion slot 43 plays the same role as operating the bet switch 40.
Furthermore, the start switch 41 is a switch operated by the player when starting the reels 31 (all of left, middle, and right).
Further, three (left, middle, right) stop switches 42 are provided corresponding to the three (left, middle, right) reels 31, and are switches that the player operates when stopping the corresponding reels 31. It is.

The setting change switch 44 is a switch operated when changing / setting the setting value of the slot machine 10. In the present embodiment, six levels from setting 1 to setting 6 are provided as setting values. The higher the set value, the more advantageous for the player (the higher the expected value of the payout number relative to the number of inserted medals).
The setting change switch 44 is not operated by the player, but is operated on the store (hall) side of the slot machine 10. For this reason, a setting change switch 44 is arranged inside the slot machine 10 so that the player cannot operate it.

Three motors 32 are electrically connected to the output side (right side in FIG. 1) of the main control means 50.
The motor 32 is for rotating the reels 31, is connected to the center of rotation of each reel 31, and is controlled by a reel control means 64 described later.
Here, the reel 31 includes a left reel 31, a middle reel 31, and a right reel 31, and a stop switch 42 that is operated when the left reel 31 is stopped is the left stop switch 42, and when the middle reel 31 is stopped. The stop switch 42 to be operated is the middle stop switch 42, and the stop switch 42 to be operated when stopping the right reel 31 is the right stop switch 42.

  The reel 31 is ring-shaped, and a reel tape on which a plurality of types of symbols (designs constituting a combination of symbols corresponding to the combination) is attached is attached to the outer peripheral surface thereof. FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a symbol arrangement of the reels 31 in the present embodiment. In FIG. 2, symbol numbers are also shown. As shown in FIG. 2, in this embodiment, for each reel 31, 21 symbol display areas (frames) are arranged at equal intervals, and predetermined symbols are displayed in the respective symbol display areas (frames). ing.

  FIG. 3 is a view showing the positional relationship between each reel 31 and a display window (transparent window) 11 provided in the front mask portion (front door, not shown) of the slot machine 10. In this embodiment, three reels 31 (left reel 31, middle reel 31, and right reel 31) are provided in parallel in the horizontal direction in this embodiment. Further, each reel 31 is arranged so that three symbols that are continuous in the vertical direction can be seen from the display window 11. Therefore, the display window 11 of the slot machine 10 is arranged so that a total of 3 × 3 = 9 symbols can be seen. A combination (arrangement) of 3 × 3 = 9 symbols that can be seen from the display window 11 is referred to as a “stop outcome”.

  In this specification, the position where “RP1” of the left reel 31, “Bell” of the middle reel 31, and “Cherry A” of the right reel 31 are called “upper” in FIG. The position where the “BAR” of the middle and right reels 31 is stopped is referred to as “middle stage”, “Cherry A” of the left reel 31, “RP2” of the middle reel 31, and “Watermelon” of the right reel 31 are stopped. This position is referred to as a “lower stage”.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, a symbol combination line indicated by a two-dot chain line in the drawing is provided in a portion including the display window 11 of the slot machine 10.
Here, the “symbol combination line” is a line of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped, and is a line that forms a combination of symbols.

In the present embodiment, only the straight line L in the middle in the horizontal direction is set as the symbol combination line. In addition, as described above, in the present embodiment, except for the MB game, the game is set by inserting three medals, and during the MB game, the game is set by inserting two medals. doing. In addition, during the MB game (when 3 cards are inserted) and during the MB game (when 2 cards are inserted), only the symbol combination line L in the middle in the horizontal direction is set to be an effective line.
Here, the “effective line” is a line for winning a winning combination when a combination of symbols corresponding to any of the winning combinations is stopped on that line.

  Note that the symbol combination line is not limited to the horizontal middle straight line L. In addition to this, the horizontal upper straight line, the horizontal lower straight line, the diagonally downward right line, and the diagonally upward right line It may be set. Further, the symbol combination line is not limited to a straight line, and may be a bent line such as “upper stage of the left reel 31” — “upper stage of the middle reel 31” — “lower stage of the right reel 31”. Good. When a plurality of symbol combination lines are set, an effective line and an invalid line can be set according to the number of medals inserted, the gaming state, and the like.

  Here, the “invalid line” is a line that is not set as an active line among the symbol combination lines, and even if the symbol combination corresponding to any symbol is stopped at that line, This is a line that does not give profits (medal payout, etc.) according to. In other words, the invalid line is a line that is not a target for the combination of symbols in the first place.

Further, in FIG. 1, on the output side of the sub control means 80, effect output devices such as the lamp 21, the speaker 22, and the image display device 23 are electrically connected.
The lamps 21 are effects lamps for the slot machine 10 and are turned on in a predetermined pattern when predetermined conditions are satisfied. The lamp 21 is arranged on the inner peripheral side of each reel 31 and is a back lamp (not shown) for illuminating from behind the symbols displayed on the reel 31 (three symbols that are continuously visible from the display window 11). ), And an upper lamp and a side lamp (not shown) which are arranged on the front surface of the housing of the slot machine 10 and blink when a winning combination is made.

The speaker 22 outputs a predetermined sound when a predetermined condition is satisfied in order to perform various effects during the game.
Furthermore, the image display device 23 displays effect images, game information (for example, the number of stored medals, the number of paid out medals, the number of remaining games of special games, the order of pressing the stop switch 42, etc.), game results, and the like. Is. Examples of the image display device 23 include a liquid crystal display (LCD), a plasma display, an organic electroluminescence (organic EL) display, a dot display, and the like. In the present embodiment, the image display device 23 is configured by a liquid crystal display.

4 to 6 are diagrams showing types of combinations, the number of payouts, and combinations of symbols corresponding to the combinations in the present embodiment. As shown in FIG. 4 to FIG. 6, as a combination, a special combination, a replay, and a small combination are provided.
A combination of symbols corresponding to each combination and the number of payouts at the time of winning are determined. As a result, when all the reels 31 are stopped, if a combination of symbols corresponding to any of the combinations stops on the active line, the combination is won, and the number of medals corresponding to the combination is paid out or automatically inserted. (However, special roles are excluded.)

In the present specification, for convenience of explanation, “the combination of symbols corresponding to any combination stops at any valid line” is referred to as “the combination“ wins ””.
In FIGS. 4 to 6, “/” means “or”. For example, “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” in “Replay 01” in FIG. 4 means that any one of “RP1”, “RP2”, or “RP3” only needs to stop at the active line L.

In the combination, first, the special combination is a combination that shifts from the normal game to the special game. In the present embodiment, an MB (middle bonus, also referred to as a second type big bonus (2BB)) is provided as a special combination.
When the MB wins, there is no payout of medals in the game, but the next game shifts to the MB game which is one of the special games.
Other special roles include 1BB (first-type big bonus), RB (regular bonus), and SB (single bonus), which are not provided in this embodiment.

In addition, the replay is a re-game player who can perform a re-game while maintaining the number of medals inserted in the game (automatically inserting medals). In this embodiment, 28 types of replays 01 to 28 are provided as replays, and combinations of predetermined symbols are set for each.
Furthermore, the small combination is a combination in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out. In the present embodiment, bells (32 types of bells 01 to 32), watermelons (three types of watermelons 01 to 03), and specials are provided as small roles, and combinations of predetermined symbols are set respectively.

Further, in FIGS. 4 to 6, a combination marked with “*” can display a characteristic stop appearance when the combination of the corresponding symbols stops on the active line L.
In the present embodiment, the replays 10, 17, 21, 23 to 27, and the watermelon 03 are set to a combination that can display a characteristic stop appearance.

Specifically, the replay 10 can stop “Cherry A” at the lower stage of the left reel 31 when the corresponding symbol combination stops at the active line L.
In addition, the replay 17 is obliquely moved upward to the right when passing through the “lower reel 31”-“middle reel 31 middle”-“right reel 31 upper” when the corresponding symbol combination stops on the active line L. “Cherry A” − “Cherry A / Cherry B” − “Cherry A / Cherry B” can be stopped on the straight line.
Furthermore, the replay 21 is capable of stopping “Cherry A” at the middle stage of the left reel 31 when the corresponding symbol combination stops at the active line L.

Furthermore, when the corresponding symbol combination is stopped at the effective line L, the replay 23 is arranged in the horizontal middle symbol combination line L and the “upper left reel 31”-“middle reel 31 middle”-“right reel”. “Red 7” − “Red 7” − “Red 7” can be stopped on both of the straight lines in the diagonally downward direction passing through the “lower stage” 31. That is, three “Red 7” s are arranged in double.
In addition, the replay 24, when the corresponding symbol combination is stopped on the effective line L, is a diagonally downward direction passing through “the upper stage of the left reel 31” — “the middle stage of the middle reel 31” — “the lower stage of the right reel 31”. On the straight line, “red 7” − “red 7” − “red 7” can be stopped.

Furthermore, when the corresponding symbol combination stops on the effective line L, the replay 25 passes the “upper stage of the left reel 31” — “upper stage of the middle reel 31” — “upper stage of the right reel 31” in the horizontal direction. On the straight line, “red 7” − “red 7” − “red 7” can be stopped.
Further, when the corresponding symbol combination stops on the effective line L, the replay 26 is in the lower horizontal direction passing through “the lower stage of the left reel 31” — “the lower stage of the middle reel 31” — “the lower stage of the right reel 31”. In a straight line, “red 7” − “red 7” − “red 7” can be stopped.

In addition, when the combination of the corresponding symbols stops on the effective line L, the replay 27 displays the symbol combination line L in the middle in the horizontal direction, and the “upper stage of the left reel 31” — “middle stage of the middle reel 31” — “right reel”. “Red 7” of the right and middle reels 31 can be stopped on both of the straight lines in the diagonally downward direction passing through the “lower stage” 31. That is, “Red 7” doubles.
Still further, when the combination of the corresponding symbols stops at the effective line L, the watermelon 03 “the upper stage of the left reel 31” — “the middle stage of the left reel 31” — “the lower stage of the middle reel 31” — “the right reel 31”. “Red 7” can be stopped on a V-shaped line passing through “middle stage”-“upper stage of right reel 31”.

  Further, in the payout of the small role in FIG. 5 and FIG. 6, the parentheses indicate the number of payouts during the special game (MB game). For example, in the case of the bell 01, nine payouts are made during the normal game, but two payouts are made during the MB game.

In each of the above-mentioned combinations, if the combination of symbols corresponding to the combination does not stop on the active line in the game selected for the combination, a combination that is carried over after the next game and a combination that is not carried over are determined. .
Special roles (MB) can be cited as the roles carried over. When the special combination is won, in the game until the combination of symbols corresponding to the special combination stops on the active line when the reel 31 is stopped, the special combination is controlled to be carried over from the next game onward.

  As described above, the winning of the special role is carried over, but the roles other than the special role (small role and replay) are not carried over. When a role other than the special role is won in the lottery of the role, the winning role is valid only in the game, and the winning is not carried over after the next game. In other words, in the game where these winning combinations are won, the reel 31 is controlled so that the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination can be stopped (winning) on the active line, regardless of whether the winning combination is won or not. At the end of the game, the right to the winning combination will cease.

  A game in which a special role is not won (a game in which a special role is not carried over) is referred to as “non-inside”. In addition, a special combination was won in a game prior to the game, but the combination of symbols corresponding to the selected special combination is not stopped on the active line (not winning). Is called “inside”.

At the start of the game, the player operates the bet switch 40 to insert a previously stored medal, or inserts a medal from the medal insertion slot 43, and operates (turns on) the start switch 41.
When the start switch 41 is operated, a signal generated at that time is input to the main control means 50.

When receiving this signal, the main control means 50 (specifically, the reel control means 64 described later) controls to drive all the motors 32 and rotate all the reels 31.
As the reel 31 is rotated by the motor 32 in this way, the symbols on the reel 31 are moved and displayed in the vertical direction in the display window 11 at a predetermined speed.

Then, the player presses the stop switch 42 to stop the rotation of the reel 31 corresponding to the stop switch 42 (for example, the left reel 31 corresponding to the left stop switch 42).
When the stop switch 42 is operated, a signal generated at that time is input to the main control means 50.

When the main control unit 50 (specifically, a reel control unit 64 described later) receives this signal, the main control unit 50 controls the drive of the motor 32 corresponding to the stop switch 42 and controls the stop of the reel 31 related to the motor 32. I do.
When all the reels 31 are stopped, when the symbol combination corresponding to any of the combinations stops on the active line (that is, when the winning combination of the combination is awarded), the medal corresponding to the winning combination is paid out. Etc. are performed.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the main game state controlled on the main control means 50 side includes a normal game and a special game, the normal game includes an RT game and a non-RT game, and the special game includes an MB game. . In addition, control is performed so that a non-RT game is performed during non-interior and an RT game is performed during internal. Furthermore, AT games and non-AT games are provided as sub game states controlled on the sub control means 80 side.

  The “RT (replay time) game” refers to a main game state in which the difference in number per game is greater than that in the non-RT game by setting the winning probability of replay higher than that in the non-RT game. In other words, if the player wins / wins the replay, the number of medals in the game is automatically inserted and the re-game can be performed, so that the number of medals consumed is reduced accordingly. Therefore, the RT game is a game that is more advantageous for the player than the non-RT game.

In addition, the main game state in which the winning probability of replay is different from the non-RT game may be referred to as an RT game. In addition, for “replay winning probabilities differ”, the combined value of the winning probabilities for multiple types of replays is the same, but the method for distributing the winning probabilities for each replay is different, or the types of replays to be drawn are different. Including cases. Furthermore, the winning probability of replay in a non-RT game may be set higher than that in an RT game. In this case, the non-RT game is more advantageous to the player than the RT game.
Thus, RT game means, in a narrow sense, a main game state in which a winning probability of replay is set higher than that of non-RT games, and in a broad sense, a main game in which the winning probability of replay is different from that of non-RT games. Means state.

In addition, “AT (assist time) game” includes a case where a game result advantageous to the player is displayed depending on an operation content (push order and / or operation timing) of the stop switch 42, and a case where the game result is not displayed. During AT games, game results that are advantageous to the player are displayed only by chance, but during AT games, the operation content of the stop switch 42 for displaying the game results that are advantageous to the player is notified. The player can obtain the most advantageous game result by operating the stop switch 42 in accordance with the notification (for example, the most advantageous symbol combination can be stopped on the active line, or the winning role Can be surely stopped at the active line).
If an AT game is executed during an RT game, the game becomes an RT game and an AT game (ART game).

Next, a specific configuration of the main control unit 50 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 1, the main control means 50 includes the following set value changing means 60 and the like.
The following units in the present embodiment are examples, and the main control unit 50 is not limited to the units shown in the present embodiment.

The setting value changing means 60 is for changing / determining a setting value that defines an expected value of the number of payouts with respect to the number of inserted medals.
In this embodiment, six stages from setting 1 to setting 6 are provided as setting values. The higher the setting value, the higher the AT game execution probability, and the expected value of the payout number relative to the inserted number of medals. It is set to be higher.

In this embodiment, after the power is turned off, the setting key is inserted into the setting key insertion slot, rotated 90 degrees clockwise to turn on the key switch, and in this state, the power is turned on again. The setting change mode is entered. In this case, the startup process is not performed.
The setting key may be inserted into the setting key insertion slot, rotated 90 degrees clockwise to turn on the key switch, and in this state, the power may be turned off and then turned on again.

In the setting change mode, the setting value changing unit 60 displays the current setting value on a predetermined display unit.
Further, the set value changing means 60 displays the set value every time the setting change switch 44 is operated... → “1” → “2” → “3” → “4” → “5” ”→“ 6 ”→“ 1 ”→“ 2 ”→...

Further, when the start switch 41 is turned on, the set value changing means 60 confirms the set value with the numerical value displayed on the display unit at this time and sets “0” indicating that the set value has been confirmed. Display on the display.
The set value changing unit 60 includes a set value storage unit 60a (memory such as a RAM) for storing the set value, and stores the determined set value in the set value storage unit 60a.

Next, after turning off the power, turn the setting key 90 degrees counterclockwise to turn off the key switch, remove the setting key from the setting key insertion slot, and turn the power on again in this state. The start-up process is performed with the set value after the change.
It is also possible to turn the setting key 90 degrees counterclockwise to turn off the key switch, remove the setting key from the setting key insertion slot, turn the power off once in this state, and then turn it on again.

As described above, when the setting value is changed, the setting change switch 44 is operated after the setting change mode is set. Then, with the desired set value displayed on the display unit, the start switch 41 is turned on to confirm the set value. After that, when the key switch is turned off and then the power is turned on, the start-up process is performed with the changed set value.
Further, the main control unit 50 transmits the setting value stored in the setting value storage unit 60 a to the sub control unit 80. Then, a setting value is set also on the sub-control means 80 side, and AT game is executed with a probability corresponding to the setting value.

  The role lottery means 61 performs lottery for a role (the special role, the small role, and the replay described above). The role lottery means 61 is based on, for example, a random number generator for hardware lottery (hardware random number, etc.), a random number extractor for extracting a random number generated by the random number generator, and a random value extracted by the random number extractor. And determining means for determining the presence / absence of a winning combination and the winning combination.

  The random number generation means generates random numbers in a predetermined area (for example, 0 to 65535 in decimal notation). The random number is a random number in which a counter that performs 1 count at 200 n (nano) sec continues to count as a cycle in the range of 0 to 65535, and continues to count the random number while the slot machine 10 is powered on. .

  The random number extraction means extracts the random number generated by the random number generation means at a predetermined time, in the present embodiment, when the start switch 41 is operated (turned on) by the player. The determination unit determines the combination corresponding to the region to which the random number value belongs by comparing the random number value extracted by the random number extraction unit with a combination lottery table 62 described later. For example, if the extracted random number value belongs to the MB winning area, it is determined as MB winning, and if it belongs to the non-winning area, it is determined as non-winning.

  The role lottery table 62 defines the types of winning combinations (ratio lottery results) and the winning probabilities for each winning combination. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing the role lottery table 62 (62A to 62C) in the present embodiment. 8 to 12 are diagrams showing a winning combination, a type of winning combination, and a relationship between a pressing order and a winning combination.

As shown in FIGS. 8-12, in this embodiment, as a winning combination, as a special combination (MB), 27 types of replays of 1st to 27th replay, 56 types of bells of 1st to 56th bell, watermelon , And white 7.
In FIGS. 8 to 12, “+” and “˜” mean duplicate (simultaneous) winning. For example, “Replay 03 + 23 + 26 + 27” in “Third Replay” in FIG. 8 means that four of Replays 03, 23, 26, and 27 are won in the game. That is, four combinations of replays 03, 23, 26, and 27 are assigned to the winning area of the third replay. When the extracted random number value belongs to the winning area of the third replay, it is determined that the four winning combinations of replays 03, 23, 26, and 27 are overlapped.

Similarly, for example, “Bell 01 + 03 to 29” in “First Bell” in FIG. 9 means that 28 of Bell 01 and 03 to 29 are won in the game.
Thus, a plurality of roles may be assigned to one winning area. When the extracted random number value belongs to a winning area to which a plurality of roles are assigned, it is determined that a plurality of roles are overlapped.
In the present embodiment, the special combination and the small combination or replay are not set to be won in duplicate, but the special combination and the small combination or replay may be set to be selected and won.

  The role lottery table 62 is provided for each main game state. Each of the winning lottery tables 62 has a lottery area within a predetermined range. The lottery area is divided into a winning area and a non-winning area for each winning combination, and the winning combinations are set in advance. It is set to a predetermined ratio so as to be a winning probability.

The combination lottery table 62A is a combination lottery table 62 used in non-internal and non-RT games in normal games.
In the winning lottery table 62A, special winning (MB), replay, and small winning areas are set, and non-winning areas are set.

  Specifically, in the part lottery table 62A, the winning area of the MB is generally set to “1/7”, the combined value of the winning area of the replay is set to “1/7”, and the combined value of the winning area of the small part is “1/7”. 5/7 ", respectively. In the replay winning area, the winning areas of the first to 27th replays are respectively set to “1/7 × 1/27”. Similarly, in the winning area of the small role, the winning areas of the first to 56th bells, the watermelon, and the white 7 are set to “5/7 × 1/58”, respectively.

In FIG. 7, the non-winning area of the part lottery table 62A is exaggerated, but actually, in the part lottery table 62A, the non-winning area is set to “1/65536”. It is “0” (it is very rare to be unselected).
For this reason, in a game (non-RT game) in which the role lottery table 62A is used, it is substantially “0” that the MB is won with a relatively high probability, the small role is frequently won, and is not won.

The combination lottery table 62B is a combination lottery table 62 used in the RT game inside the normal game.
Compared with the combination lottery table 62A, the combination lottery table 62B does not set the winning area for the special combination (MB), and sets the winning area for the replay accordingly. Otherwise, the combination lottery table 62B is the same as the combination lottery table 62A.

Specifically, in the combination lottery table 62B, the combined value of the winning areas for replay is set to “2/7”. Further, in the replay winning area, the winning areas of the first to 27th replays are respectively set to “2/7 × 1/27”.
For this reason, in a game (RT game) in which the role lottery table 62B is used, it is substantially “0” that not only a small role but also a replay is frequently won and not won.

The role lottery table 62C is a role lottery table 62 used in a special game (MB game).
In the combination lottery table 62C, all areas are set as non-winning areas. For this reason, in a game (MB game) in which the winning lottery table 62C is used, the winning lottery result is always non-winning and no winning combination is won.
However, in the MB game, as will be described later, the winning flags 63a of all the small roles are turned on. This is equivalent to winning all types of small roles.
In addition, a lottery of a combination including replay, SB, and RB may be performed during the MB game, and the stop control may be changed according to the result.

Returning to FIG.
The winning flag control means 63 controls the on / off of the winning flag 63a corresponding to each winning, based on the winning lottery result by the winning lottery means 61. In the present embodiment, MB, replays 01 to 28, bells 01 to 32, watermelons 01 to 03, and special winning flags 63a are provided. When winning in the lottery of the combination by the combination lottery means 61, the winning flag 63a of the corresponding combination is turned on (the winning flag 63a is set).

For example, when the third lottery means 61 is won by the winning lottery means 61, the winning flag control means 63 turns on the winning flags 63a of the replay 03, the replay 23, the replay 26, and the replay 27, and the winning flags of the other roles. 63a is left off.
Similarly, when the first bell is won by the winning lottery means 61, the winning flag control means 63 turns on the winning flags 63a of the bell 01 and the bells 03 to 29, and the winning flags 63a of the other roles are off. Leave.

In addition, as described above, since winning of a role other than the special role is not carried over, even if these roles are won in the game and the winning flag 63a of these roles is turned on, the winning is not performed at the end of the game. The winning flag 63a is turned off.
On the other hand, since the winning of the special role is carried over, when the special role is won in the game and the winning flag 63a of the selected special role is turned on, the ON state is maintained until the special role is won. And is turned off when the special role wins.

For example, when the MB is won in the game, the winning flag control means 63 turns on the MB winning flag 63a, and when the MB is not won in the game, the MB winning flag 63a is turned on. maintain. When the first game is won in the next game (inside game of MB), the winning flag 63a of the bells 01 and 03 to 29 is turned on in addition to the winning flag 63a of the MB that is already on. When the game is not completed and no winning is made, the MB winning flag 63a is kept on and the winning flags 63a of the bell 01 and 03-29 are turned off.
Thus, the number of winning flags 63a that are turned on is not limited to one.

  Also, during MB game, as described above, the winning lottery result is always non-winning and no winning combination is won, but the winning flag control means 63 is provided with 32 types of bells (bells 01 to 32). ), Watermelons (three types of watermelons 01 to 03), and all special small roles winning flags 63a are turned on. As a result, during the MB game, a state equivalent to winning all types of small roles is obtained.

  When the reel control means 64 receives a rotation start command for the reel 31, especially in this embodiment, when the start switch 41 is operated (when a signal indicating that the start switch 41 is operated) is received ( The three reels 31 are controlled to start rotating.

  If the time from the start of rotation of the reel 31 in the previous game to the time when the start switch 41 is operated in the game has not passed 4.1 seconds, the start switch 41 can be used for operation. Although the lottery is performed, the rotation of the reel 31 does not start at the moment (immediately after) the start switch 41 is operated, and the rotation of the reel 31 starts after 4.1 seconds. Thus, the time from when the start switch 41 is operated until the rotation of the reel 31 is referred to as “wait time”.

  Further, the reel control means 64 refers to the ON / OFF of the winning flag 63a in the game after the winning lottery is performed by the winning lottery means 61, and the stop position determination table corresponding to ON / OFF of the winning flag 63a. 65, and when the stop switch 42 is operated, the stop position of the reel 31 corresponding to the stop switch 42 is determined based on the timing when the stop switch 42 is operated, and the motor 32 is turned on. Drive control is performed to stop the reel 31 at the determined position.

  For example, in a game in which at least one winning flag 63a is on, the reel control means 64 has a symbol corresponding to the winning combination (the combination for which the winning flag 63a is on) within the range of stop control of the reel 31. The reel 31 is controlled so that the combination can be stopped on the effective line, and the reel 31 is controlled so that the combination of symbols corresponding to a combination other than the winning combination (the combination in which the winning flag 63a is off) is not stopped on the effective line. Stop control.

  Here, “within the range of stop control of the reel 31” means the time from the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 actually stops or the amount of rotation of the reel 31 (the number of moving frames (symbols)). Means within range.

  In the present embodiment, for all reels 31 in non-MB games and in the middle and right reels 31, the time from when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reels 31 are stopped is set within 190 ms. Yes. Thereby, in the present embodiment, the maximum number of moving frames from the symbol at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 stops becomes four frames.

  On the other hand, for the left reel 31 in the MB game, the time from when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 is stopped is set within 75 ms. Thereby, in this embodiment, the maximum number of moving frames from the design at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 stops becomes one frame.

  At the moment when the operation of the stop switch 42 is detected, when any of the symbols within the range of the stop control of the reel 31 is a symbol to be stopped at a predetermined effective line, when the stop switch 42 is operated In addition, the design is controlled to stop at a predetermined effective line.

  That is, if the reel 31 is stopped immediately at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated at the time of winning the winning combination, when the symbol related to the winning winning combination does not stop at a predetermined effective line, the reel 31 is stopped before stopping. By controlling the rotational movement of the reel 31 within the range of the stop control of the reel 31, the symbol related to the winning combination is controlled so as to be stopped on a predetermined effective line as much as possible (retraction stop control).

  On the other hand, if the reel 31 is stopped immediately at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated, the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination that has not been won stops on any of the effective lines, the reel 31 is stopped. Sometimes, the reel 31 is controlled to rotate and move within the range of stop control of the reel 31 so that the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination is not stopped on the effective line (kicking stop control).

Further, the reel control means 64 includes a push order detecting means 64a for detecting the push order (operation order) of the stop switch 42. The push order detecting means 64a detects which one of the left, middle and right stop switches 42 is operated when the stop switch 42 is operated by the player.
When the stop switch 42 is operated, a signal indicating that the stop switch 42 has been operated is input to the push order detecting means 64a. By discriminating this signal, the push order detecting means 64a detects which stop switch 42 is operated.

Here, in the present embodiment, the pressing order of the stop switch 42 includes the left middle right, left and right middle, middle left and right, middle right left, right left middle, and right middle left.
The left / right / right / left push order is called “forward push”, the left / right / middle push order is called “order pinch”, the right / left / left push order is called “reverse push”, and the right / left / right push order is “ This is called “reverse pinching”.

The pushing order (left middle right and left / right middle) in which the left stop switch 42 is operated first is referred to as “first left stop”, and the pushing order (middle left / right, and (Middle right / left) is referred to as “middle first stop”, and the push order (right middle left and right middle left) in which the right stop switch 42 is operated first is referred to as “right first stop”.
Further, the pressing order (middle left / right, middle right / left, right / left middle, and right / middle left) operated first except for the left stop switch 42 is referred to as “anomalous push”.

  The stop position determination table 65 is provided for each on / off state of the winning flag 63a, that is, for each lottery result of the combination by the combination lottery means 61, and the reel 31 at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated. The stop position of the reel 31 with respect to the position is determined. In each stop position determination table 65, for example, when the stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the first symbol (“RP3” in the case of the left reel 31) passes through the upper stage (middle stage or lower stage is acceptable). The stop position is determined in advance such that the number of symbols is controlled to move and the number of symbols is stopped in the upper stage.

The stop position determination table 65 includes the following tables.
The MB table is used when only the MB winning flag 63a is ON (when the MB is won in the non-internal middle game, or when the combination is not won in the internal medium game), and the stop control of the reel 31 is performed. Within the range, the combination of symbols corresponding to MB is stopped on the effective line, and when the combination of symbols corresponding to MB cannot be stopped on the effective line, the combination of symbols corresponding to any role is the effective line. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined so as not to stop.

  As shown in FIG. 4, the combination of symbols corresponding to the MB is set to “White 7” − “RP2” − “Cherry B”. Further, as shown in FIG. 2, only one “white 7” on the left reel 31, “RP2” on the middle reel 31, and “cherry B” on the right reel 31 are provided. That is, only one symbol constituting the MB is provided for each reel 31. Therefore, the player cannot stop the combination of symbols corresponding to the MB on the effective line L unless he / she presses each symbol constituting the MB to stop on the effective line L.

Next, a case where a plurality of winning flags 63a are on will be described.
When the first to twenty-seventh replays are won in the non-internal game, the replay overlap wins shown in the “type of role” column of FIGS. 8 to 9 are selected, and these winning flags 63a are turned on.
The first to twenty-seventh replay tables are used when the first to twenty-seventh replays are won in the non-internal game.

  The first replay table is used when the first replay (replay 01 + 02 + 28) is won in the non-internal game, and the winning flag 63a of the replays 01, 02, and 28 is turned on. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined so that the replay 01 is won at the first stop and the replay 02 is won at the first middle stop.

As shown in FIG. 4, the symbol combination corresponding to the replay 01 is set to “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “RP1 / RP2 / RP3”.
Further, as shown in FIG. 2, “RP1”, “RP2”, or “RP3” is arranged at intervals within 5 symbols on all reels 31.

For this reason, regardless of the position of the reel 31 at which moment the stop switch 42 is operated, the reel control means 64 always places “RP1” and “RP2” on the effective line L within the range of the stop control of the reel 31. Or “RP3” can be stopped.
Therefore, the reel control means 64 can always stop the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay 01 in the active line L at the first left or right stop when the first replay is won.

The symbol combination corresponding to the replay 02 is set to “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “Bell” − “Watermelon”.
Further, the “bell” of the middle reel 31 and the “watermelon” of the right reel 31 are all arranged at intervals within 5 symbols.
Therefore, at the time of the first stop during the first replay winning, the reel control means 64 can always stop the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay 02 on the active line L.

  The second replay table is used when the second replay (replay 01 + 02) is won in the non-internal game and the winning flag 63a of the replays 01 and 02 is turned on. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined so that 02 is won and the replay 01 is awarded when the irregular key is pressed.

  Here, when Replay 02 wins, “Bell” − “Bell” is placed on a straight line in the diagonally downward direction passing through “upper left reel 31” − “middle reel 31 middle” − “lower reel 31 lower”. "-" Bell "stops. At this time, although the winning combination is replay, the back lamp behind the “bell” of each reel 31 is blinked, and a medal payout sound similar to that when the bell wins is output from the speaker 22.

  When Replay 02 wins, a freeze is started to stop the progress of the game for a predetermined time (20 seconds). After that, when the bet switch 40 is operated before the predetermined time elapses, or when the predetermined time elapses, the freezing is finished and the automatic insertion of medals relating to the re-game is performed to give the player Let them replay. At this time, the same insertion sound as when a medal is inserted is output from the speaker 22 and the lamp 21 indicating the number of inserted medals is turned on. This makes the player think that Bell won the prize, not a replay.

On the other hand, when the replay 01 wins, the processing for automatically inserting medals related to the replay is performed without executing the freeze, and the player is caused to replay. In this case, the medal payout sound is not output as when the bell wins.
In this way, in the game won in the first or second replay, according to the pressing order of the stop switch 42, when the replay 01 with “RP” is aligned, when the replay 02 with “bell” is aligned, To have.

In addition, even if the stop switch 42 is operated at any position where the reel 31 is located, the target symbol can be stopped on a desired effective line within the range of the stop control of the reel 31 (the player can always win a prize). ) Is referred to as “retraction ratio (PB) = 1”.
On the other hand, the fact that the target symbol cannot be stopped on the active line (not necessarily awarded) is not “PB ≠ 1” unless it is based on the player's intention.

  The third replay table is used when the third replay (replay 03 + 23 + 26 + 27) is won in the non-internal game and the winning flag 63a of the replays 03, 23, 26, and 27 is turned on. As shown, the stop position of the reel 31 is determined.

First, at the time of left or middle first stop, replay 03 (PB = 1) is always won.
Further, when the reverse play is performed, priority is given to winning the replay 26 (PB ≠ 1) within the range of the stop control of the reel 31. When the replay 26 is not won, the replay 27 (PB ≠ 1) or the replay 03 (PB = 1).
Furthermore, when reverse-pinching, priority is given to winning the replay 27 (PB ≠ 1) within the range of the stop control of the reel 31, and when the replay 27 is not won, the replay 03 (PB = 1) is won.

  The fourth to tenth and eighteenth to twenty-seventh replay tables are the same as the third replay table. In games using the fourth to tenth and eighteenth to twenty-seventh replay tables, the relationship between the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and the type of replay to be won is shown in FIG. 8 to FIG. It is as shown in the “Relationship with role” column. Further, when a replay with “PB ≠ 1” is not won, another replay with “PB ≠ 1” or a replay with “PB = 1” is also awarded, as in the third replay table.

  The eleventh replay table was elected to the eleventh replay (replay 10 + 11 + 12 + 13 + 14 + 15 + 24 + 26 + 27) in the non-internal game, and the winning flag 63a of the replays 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 24, 26, and 27 was turned on. Sometimes used, the stop position of the reel 31 is determined as shown below.

First, in the first left stop, priority is given to winning the replay 10 (PB ≠ 1) within the range of the stop control of the reel 31, and when the replay 10 is not winning, the replay 14 (PB = 1) is won. .
Further, at the time of the first middle stop, the replay 14 (PB = 1) is always awarded.

Furthermore, when the reverse play is performed, priority is given to winning the replay 24 (PB ≠ 1) within the range of the stop control of the reel 31. When the replay 24 is not won, the replay 27 (PB ≠ 1) or the replay 14 ( PB = 1) is won.
Further, when reverse-pinching, priority is given to winning the replay 27 (PB ≠ 1) within the range of the stop control of the reel 31, and when the replay 27 is not won, the replay 14 (PB = 1) is won.

  The twelfth to seventeenth replay tables are the same as the eleventh replay table. Further, in a game in which the twelfth to seventeenth replay tables are used, the relationship between the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and the type of replay to win is as shown in the column “Relationship between pressing order and winning combination” in FIG. It is. Further, in the same way as the eleventh replay table, when the replay of “PB ≠ 1” is not won, another replay of “PB ≠ 1” or a replay of “PB = 1” is also won.

  As described above, when the 1st to 27th replays are won, regardless of the pressing order of the stop switch 42, one of the replays wins. When any replay wins, replay can be performed.

However, in this embodiment, at the time of winning the 1st to 27th replays, the type of replay to win depends on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.
Here, as shown in FIGS. 8 to 9, the replay is roughly divided into four groups of a replay A group and a replay D group.

The replay A group is a group of replays in which the replays 23 to 26 can be won and “red 7” − “red 7” − “red 7” can be stopped when pressed in reverse. The replay A group includes the 3rd to 10th, 18th to 20th, and 23rd to 26th replays.
Further, the replay group B is a group of replays in which “red 7” − “red 7” − “red 7” cannot be stopped even if operated by reverse pressing. The replay group B includes the first, second, twenty-first, twenty-second, and twenty-seventh replays.

  Further, in the replay C group, when the first left stop, the replays 10, 17 or 21 can be won, and “Cherry A” can be stopped at the middle or lower stage of the left reel 31, or “Cherry” "A"-"Cherry A / Cherry B"-"Cherry A / Cherry B" can be stopped, and at the time of reverse pressing, any one of the replays 23 to 26 can be awarded, and "Red 7"-"Red 7 "-" Red 7 "is a group of replays that can be stopped. The replay C group includes the 11th to 13th, 15th and 17th replays.

  Furthermore, in the replay D group, at the time of the first stop at the left, the replay 10 or 21 can be won and the “cherry A” can be stopped at the middle or lower stage of the left reel 31, but it is operated by reverse pressing. Is a group of replays in which “red 7” − “red 7” − “red 7” cannot be stopped. The 14th and 16th replays belong to the replay D group.

When the first to 56th bells are won in the non-internal game, the winning combination of the bells shown in the “type of role” column of FIGS. 9 to 12 is made, and these winning flags 63a are turned on.
The 1st to 56th bell tables are used when the 1st to 56th bells are won in a non-internal game.

The first bell table is used when the first bell (Bell 01 + 03 to 29) is won in a non-internal game, and the winning flag 63a of Bell 01 and 03 to 29 is turned on. As shown, the stop position of the reel 31 is determined.
First, at the time of the first stop at the left, the bell 01 (PB = 1) is always awarded.
Further, at the time of irregular pressing, any of the bells 03 to 29 (all PB ≠ 1) is won within the range of the stop control of the reel 31.

Here, in the bell 01, the payout of medals at the time of winning is set to nine.
On the other hand, in each of the bells 03 to 29, the payout of medals at the time of winning is set to one.
As described above, in a game in which the first bell table is used, the type of bell to be drawn into the active line L, the pull-in rate, and the number of medals to be paid out at the winning are different depending on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.

  The second bell table wins the second bell (bell 01 + 03 + 04 + 13 + 14 + 21 + 23 + 30) in a non-internal game, and the winning flag 63a of the bells 01, 03, 04, 13, 14, 21, 23, and 30 is turned on. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined as shown below.

First, when the pressing order is middle left and right, the bell 01 (PB = 1) is always awarded.
When the pressing order is middle right and left, the bell 30 (PB = 1) is always awarded.
Furthermore, at the time of the first left stop, the bell 03 or 04 (both PB ≠ 1) is won within the range of the stop control of the reel 31.
Further, at the time of the first stop on the right, the bell 03 or 21 (both PB ≠ 1) is won within the range of the stop control of the reel 31.

Here, although both the bells 01 and 30 are set to “PB = 1”, the payout of medals at the time of winning a prize is set to 9 bells, whereas the bell 30 is 1 Is set.
The bells 03, 04, and 21 are all set to “PB ≠ 1”, and the payout of medals at the time of winning is set to one.
As described above, in the game using the second bell table, the type of the bell drawn into the active line L, the pull-in rate, and the number of medals paid out at the winning are different depending on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.

  The third to tenth bell tables are the same as the second bell table. In a game in which the third to tenth bell tables are used, the relationship between the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and the types of bells to win is as shown in the column “Relationship between pressing order and winning combination” in FIG. . That is, when the push order is middle left and right, “PB = 1” bell 01 (9 payouts) wins, and when the push order is middle right and left, “PB = 1” bell 30 (1 payout) wins. In the first stop on the left or right, the bell “PB ≠ 1” (single payout) can be won.

The eleventh bell table won the eleventh bell (bell 01 + 03 + 04 + 13 + 14 + 21 + 23 + 30 + 32) in the non-inside game, and the winning flags 63a of bells 01, 03, 04, 13, 14, 21, 23, 30, and 32 were turned on. Sometimes used.
The eleventh bell table wins the bell 01 (9 payouts) of “PB = 1” when the pushing order is middle right and left, and the bell 30 (1) of “PB = 1” when the pushing order is middle left and right. (Piece Dispensing) is awarded, and when the first stop on the left is “PB ≠ 1” Bell 03 or 04 (single payout) is possible, and at the first right stop is Bell “PB ≠ 1” 03 or 21 (1 sheet) The stop position of the reel 31 is determined so that a payout) can be won.

As described above, even in a game in which the eleventh bell table is used, the type of bell to be drawn into the active line L, the pull-in rate, and the number of medals to be paid out are different depending on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.
The 12th to 19th bell tables are the same as the 11th bell table. In a game in which the 12th to 19th bell tables are used, the relationship between the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and the type of the winning bell is shown in the column “Relationship between pressing order and winning combination” in FIGS. 9 to 10. Street. That is, when the pressing order is middle right and left, "PB = 1" Bell 01 (9 sheets payout) wins, and when the pressing order is middle right and left, "PB = 1" Bell 30 (1 sheet payout) wins In the first stop on the left or right, the bell “PB ≠ 1” (single payout) can be won.

The 20th bell table won the 20th bell (Bell 01 + 03 + 06 + 15 + 18 + 21 + 27 + 31) in a non-internal game, and when the winning flags 63a of the bells 01, 03, 06, 15, 18, 21, 27, and 31 were turned on. Used.
This 20th bell table wins a bell 01 (9 payouts) with “PB = 1” when reversed, and wins a bell 31 (1 payout) with “PB = 1” when reversely pushed. When stopping, make it possible to win the bell 03 or 06 (single payout) of “PB ≠ 1”, and make it possible to win the bell 03 or 21 (single payout) of “PB ≠ 1” during the first stop. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined.

As described above, even in a game in which the 20th bell table is used, the type of bell to be drawn into the active line L, the pull-in rate, and the number of medals to be paid out at the winning are different depending on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.
The 21st to 28th bell tables are the same as the 20th bell table. In a game in which the 21st to 28th bell tables are used, the relationship between the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and the type of the winning bell is shown in the column “Relationship between pressing order and winning combination” in FIGS. 10 to 11. Street. That is, “PB = 1” bell 01 (9 sheets payout) wins when reversely pinched, “PB = 1” bell 31 (1 sheet payout) wins when pressed backward, and “PB = 1” bell 31 (1 sheet payout) A bell (1 payout) of “PB ≠ 1” can be won.

The 29th bell table was elected to the 29th bell (bell 01 + 03 + 06 + 15 + 18 + 21 + 27 + 31 + 32) in a non-internal game, and the winning flags 63a of bells 01, 03, 06, 15, 18, 21, 27, 31, and 32 were turned on. Sometimes used.
This 29th bell table wins "PB = 1" bell 01 (9 payouts) when pressed backward, and wins "PB = 1" bell 31 (1 payout) when reversely pinched. When stopping, make it possible to win the bell 03 or 06 (single payout) of “PB ≠ 1”, and make it possible to win the bell 03 or 21 (single payout) of “PB ≠ 1” during the first stop. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined.

As described above, even in a game in which the 29th bell table is used, the type of bell to be drawn into the active line L, the pull-in rate, and the number of medals to be paid out at the winning are different depending on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.
The 30th to 37th bell tables are the same as the 29th bell table. In a game in which the 30th to 37th bell tables are used, the relationship between the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and the type of bell to win is as shown in the column “Relationship between pressing order and winning combination” in FIG. . That is, “PB = 1” bell 01 (9 payouts) wins when reversely pressed, “PB = 1” bell 31 (1 payout) wins when reversely pinched, A bell (1 payout) of “PB ≠ 1” can be won.

The 38th bell table is used when the 38th bell (Bell 02 to 29) is won in the non-inside game and the winning flag 63a of the bell 02 to 29 is turned on.
This 38th bell table makes a winning of the bell 02 (3 payouts) of “PB = 1” at the first stop on the left, and makes it possible to win any of the bells 03 to 29 of “PB ≠ 1” when pressing irregularly. Thus, the stop position of the reel 31 is determined.

The 39th bell table is used when the 39th bell (Bell 02 + 03 + 04 + 13 + 14 + 21 + 23) is won in the non-internal game and the winning flags 63a of the bells 02, 03, 04, 13, 14, 21, and 23 are turned on. .
This 39th bell table wins the bell 02 (three payouts) of “PB = 1” at the middle first stop, and the bell 03 or 04 (1 payout) of “PB ≠ 1” at the first left stop. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined so that a winning can be made and the bell 03 or 21 (one payout) of “PB ≠ 1” can be won at the first stop on the right.
As described above, even in a game in which the 39th bell table is used, the type of bell to be drawn into the active line L, the pull-in rate, and the number of medals to be paid out at the winning are different depending on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.

  The 40th to 47th bell tables are the same as the 39th bell table. In a game in which the 40th to 47th bell tables are used, the relationship between the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and the type of the winning bell is shown in the column “Relationship between pressing order and winning combination” in FIGS. Street. That is, the bell 02 (three payouts) with “PB = 1” wins during the middle first stop, and the bell (1 payout) with “PB ≠ 1” can win at the first left or right stop.

The 48th bell table is used when the 48th bell (Bell 02 + 03 + 06 + 15 + 18 + 21 + 27) is won in the non-internal game and the winning flags 63a of the bells 02, 03, 06, 15, 18, 21, and 27 are turned on. .
This 48th bell table wins the bell 02 (3 payouts) of “PB = 1” at the right first stop, and the bell 03 or 06 (1 payout) of “PB ≠ 1” at the first left stop. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined so that a winning can be made and the bell 03 or 21 (one payout) of “PB ≠ 1” can be won at the time of the first stop.
As described above, even in a game in which the 48th bell table is used, the type of bell to be drawn into the active line L, the pull-in rate, and the number of medals to be paid out at the winning are different depending on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.

  The 49th to 56th bell tables are the same as the 48th bell table. In a game in which the 49th to 56th bell tables are used, the relationship between the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and the type of bell to win is as shown in the column “Relationship between pressing order and winning combination” in FIG. . That is, when the first stop is on the right, the bell 02 (3 payouts) of “PB = 1” wins, and when the first stop is on the left or inside, the bell (1 payout) of “PB ≠ 1” Winning is possible.

As described above, when the first to 56th bells are won, the type of the bell drawn into the active line L, the pull-in rate, and the number of medals to be paid out at the winning are different depending on the pressing order of the stop switch 42.
That is, the reel control means 64 can display a reel stop mode in which the player receives different benefits according to the order in which the stop switch 42 is pressed when the 1st to 56th bells are won (you can win a combination with different payout numbers). The reel 31 is controlled to stop.

The first to 56th bells are referred to as “push order bells”.
In addition, a reel stop mode in which a player's profit is large can be displayed (a winning combination with a large number of payouts can be won) is called “correct answer push order”, and a push order other than the correct answer push order is called “wrong answer push order” "
Furthermore, operating the stop switch 42 in the correct answer push order is called “push order correct answer” or “correct answer in push order”, and operating the stop switch 42 in the incorrect answer push order is called “push order incorrect answer”. .
Then, the reel control means 64 controls to stop the reel 31 so that the reel stop mode in which the player receives a profit that is greater in the push order correct answer than in the incorrect push order answer can be displayed.

In the present embodiment, when the first bell is won, the first left stop corresponds to the correct answer pressing order, and the rest corresponds to the incorrect answer pressing order.
When the second to tenth bells are won, the middle and left and right correspond to the correct answer pressing order, and the other corresponds to the incorrect answer pressing order.
Furthermore, when the 11th to 19th bells are won, the middle right and left correspond to the correct answer pressing order, and the other corresponds to the incorrect answer pressing order.

Furthermore, when the 20th to 28th bells are won, reverse pinching corresponds to the correct answer pressing order, and the rest corresponds to the incorrect answer pressing order.
Further, when the 29th to 37th bells are won, reverse pressing corresponds to the correct answer pressing order, and the rest corresponds to the incorrect answer pressing order.
Furthermore, when the 38th bell is won, the first left stop corresponds to the correct answer pressing order, and the rest corresponds to the incorrect answer pressing order.

Further, when the 39th to 47th bells are won, the middle first stop corresponds to the correct answer pressing order, and the rest corresponds to the incorrect answer pressing order.
When the 48th to 56th bells are won, the right first stop corresponds to the correct answer pressing order, and the rest corresponds to the incorrect answer pressing order.

In the present embodiment, the first left stop is in the correct answer pressing order when the first or 38th bell is won, but in the incorrect answer pressing order in the other pressing order bell winning. That is, the first left stop is almost in the wrong answer pressing order when the pressing order bell is won.
In addition, during the non-AT game, a penalty is given to the irregular push so that the stop switch 42 is operated at the first left stop.
For this reason, during the non-AT game, the bell hardly wins.
Therefore, at the first stop on the left at the time of the second replay win, the replay 02 with “bells” is awarded, thereby making the player think that the bell will win even during non-AT games. Is not monotonous.

When the watermelon is won in the non-internal game, as shown in FIG. 12, the watermelons 01 to 03 are overlapped and the winning flag 63a is turned on. In this case, a watermelon table is used.
The watermelon table allows winning of “PB ≠ 1” watermelon 03 (4 payouts, 5 “red 7” aligned in a V-shape), and otherwise “PB ≠ 1” watermelon The stop position of the reel 31 is determined so that 01 (four-sheet payout) can be won.

Also, when the white 7 is won in the non-internal game, as shown in FIG. 12, the special, bell 32, and watermelons 01 to 03 are won and the winning flag 63a is turned on. In this case, a white 7 table is used.
The white 7 table makes it possible to win a special “PB ≠ 1” (7 payouts, 3 “white 7” s are aligned on the active line L) at the first stop on the left, and “PB ≠ 1” otherwise. The stop position of the reel 31 is determined so that the watermelon 01 (four-sheet payout) can be awarded.

When all the winning flags 63a are off, the non-winning table is used.
The non-winning table is used when all the winning flags 63a are off (that is, at the time of non-winning of the combination in the non-internal middle game) so that the combination of symbols corresponding to any combination does not stop on the active line. The combination of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped is determined. Accordingly, the non-winning table is not used in the internal game of the MB, and is not used in the MB game in which the winning flag 63a of all the small roles is turned on.

  In addition, when a small role or replay is won in a game inside the MB, the winning flags 63a of both the MB and the small role or replay are turned on. At this time, the stop position determination table 65 that gives priority to the winning combination of the winning combination or replay in the game is used.

  For example, when the first bell is won in an internal game of MB, in addition to the MB winning flag 63a, the bell 01 corresponding to the first bell and the winning flags 63a of the bells 03 to 29 are turned on. At this time, priority is given to stopping the combination of symbols corresponding to bell 01 and any of bells 03 to 29 on the effective line, and the combination of symbols corresponding to these cannot be stopped on the effective line Next, control is performed so that the combination of symbols corresponding to MB is stopped on the active line. Furthermore, when the symbol combination corresponding to MB cannot be stopped on the effective line, control is performed so that the symbol combination corresponding to any combination is not stopped on the effective line.

Here, in the present embodiment, when any of the first to 56th bells, watermelon, or white 7 wins in the MB inside game, the first stop is left, middle, or right. Even so, the symbols that make up the small combination always stop on the effective line L, and the symbols that make up the MB never stop on the effective line L. Therefore, MB will not win.
Similarly, when one of the 1st to 27th replays is won in a game inside the MB, the replay always wins and the MB never wins regardless of the pressing order of the stop switch 42.

In addition, as described above, when a winning combination is not won in the inside game of the MB, the MB table is used and the MB can be won. However, the probability that the MB inside game will not be won in the lottery of the combination is set to “1/65536”. The combination of symbols corresponding to MB is “White 7” − “RP2” − “Cherry B”, but “White 7” of the left reel 31, “RP2” of the middle reel 31, and the right reel 31 Only “cherry B” is arranged one by one. That is, only one symbol constituting the MB is arranged on the corresponding reel 31. Therefore, it is extremely rare for an MB to win a prize and shift to an MB game in an internal game of the MB.
As described above, in the present embodiment, after winning an MB in a non-internal middle game and shifting to the internal medium game of the MB without being able to win the MB in the game, the internal medium game of the MB is substantially achieved. Will continue to stay in.

Returning to FIG.
The stop symbol determination means 66 determines whether or not the symbol combination of the reel 31 stopped on the effective line matches the symbol combination corresponding to any combination when the reel 31 is stopped. The stop symbol determining means 66 determines a symbol on the active line by detecting, for example, the angle at which the motor 32 is stopped or the number of steps.
However, when the stop switch 42 is operated and the stop position is determined using the stop position determination table 65, the stop symbol determination means 66 determines the stop symbol regardless of whether or not the reel 31 has stopped. It is possible.

  The payout means 67 determines that the combination of symbols stopped on the active line when the reel 31 is stopped matches the combination of symbols corresponding to any of the combinations by the stop symbol determination unit 66 and the winning combination is won. In addition, a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player in accordance with the winning combination, or processing such as credit addition is performed. Also, when winning a replay, control is performed so that the number of medals inserted in the game (three) is automatically inserted without paying out medals.

The special game control means 68 controls the start of the special game, the progress of the game during the special game, and the end of the special game.
When the combination of symbols corresponding to the MB is stopped on the active line, the MB is won, and the special game control means 68 controls to start the MB game from the next game.

During the MB game, the middle and right reels 31 are controlled to stop within 190 ms (the maximum number of moving frames is 4) as in the non-MB game. In contrast, the left reel 31 is controlled to stop within 75 ms (the maximum number of moving frames is one frame).
In addition, during MB games, a lottery for a combination is performed using the combination lottery table 62C. For this reason, the lottery result of the combination is always not won. However, the winning flags 63a of all the small combinations are turned on every game. This is equivalent to the state where all the small roles are won.

In the present embodiment, during the MB game, Bell 01 or 02 (both are paid out) frequently wins.
Here, in this embodiment, during the MB game, two medals are inserted, but the bell 01 or 02 frequently wins, and almost every game, two medals are paid out. For this reason, during the MB game, almost every game, two coins are paid out, and the game state is maintained (the medal is not increased or decreased).

In the present embodiment, the MB game end condition is set such that the number of medals paid out during the MB game is 44 or more.
For this reason, the special game control means 68 continues to count the number of medals paid out during the MB game, and when it is determined that the count value has reached 44 or more, the special game control means 68 controls to end the MB game with the game.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the main game state includes a normal game and a special game, the normal game includes an RT game and a non-RT game, and the special game includes an MB game. The main game state control means 69 controls the transition of the main game state. FIG. 15 is a diagram for explaining the transition of the main game state. The main game state control means 69 controls to shift the main game state based on the winning of the special role (MB), the winning of the special role (MB), and the number of medals paid out during the special game (MB game). To do.

First, the main game state control means 69 performs control so that it is a non-RT game during non-inside. Also, in non-internal and non-RT games, MB lottery is performed.
Then, when the MB is won in the non-internal and non-RT game, and the winning MB is not won in the game, the main game state control means 69 changes the main game state to the internal and RT game from the next game. Control to shift to.

  On the other hand, when the MB is won in the non-internal and non-RT game, and the selected MB wins in the game, the main game state control means 69 shifts the main game state from the next game to the MB game. Control. That is, a transition is made from a non-internal and non-RT game to an MB game without going through an internal and RT game.

Further, the main game state control means 69 controls to continue the RT game in the inside until the MB wins when the game moves to the RT game inside. When the MB is won in the inside and in the RT game, the main game state control means 69 controls to shift the main game state from the next game to the MB game.
Furthermore, the main game state control means 69 controls to continue the MB game until the number of medals paid out during the MB game reaches a predetermined number (44) or more. When the number of medals paid out during the MB game is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the main game state control means 69 controls to shift from the next game to the non-internal and non-RT game from the next game.

As described above, in the present embodiment, it is extremely rare that an MB wins in the interior and in the RT game. For this reason, after winning an MB in a non-internal and non-RT game and being able to win an MB in the game without moving to the internal or RT game, the user is essentially staying in the internal and RT game. Will continue.
As described above, the main game state control means 69 determines whether or not the main game state transition condition is satisfied in each main game state, and when determining that the main game state transition condition is satisfied, Control is performed so as to shift to a predetermined main game state.

Returning to FIG.
The main control means 50 includes freeze control means 70.
The freeze control means 70 controls a freeze that does not accept operation of the operation switches (the bet switch 40, the start switch 41, and the stop switch 42) (including acceptance of medals inserted from the medal insertion slot 43) for a predetermined time. It is.
Here, “freeze” (also referred to as “freeze production” or “freeze operation”) generally means that the function of the operation switch of the gaming machine (in the present embodiment, the slot machine 10) is temporarily stopped.
Further, “putting the function of the operation switch into a pause state” means that the function of the operation switch is not effective for obtaining a game result.

  Specifically, the bet switch 40 is a switch operated by the player when inserting a medal, the start switch 41 is a switch operated by the player when starting the rotation of the reel 31, and the stop switch Reference numeral 42 denotes a switch operated by the player when the rotating reel 31 is stopped. The game result is obtained by a combination of symbols stopped on the active line when the reel 31 is stopped. In order to stop the reel 31, it is necessary to stop the reel 31 by operating the stop switch 42.

  Further, in order to stop the reel 31, it is necessary to start the rotation of the reel 31 as a precondition. Therefore, the operation of the start switch 41 is a player's operation necessary for obtaining a game result. Furthermore, the operation of the bet switch 40 is a player's operation required before rotating the reel 31 except when a replay is won in the previous game, so that it is necessary to obtain a game result as described above. Player operation.

  Accordingly, no medals are inserted even if the bet switch 40 is operated, the rotation of the reel 31 does not start even if the start switch 41 is operated, and even if the stop switch 42 is operated, the reel 31 stops at the position indicating the game result. What is not done is that the function of the operation switch is not effective for obtaining a game result.

Moreover, as an aspect of freezing, for example,
a) accepting a game medium (medal) inserted from the medal insertion slot 43, or setting the operation of the bet switch 40 for determining the number of inserted (betting) game media credited in advance to a pause state;
b) Suspending the operation of the start switch 41 for starting the game;
c) The operation of the stop switch 42 (stop operation of the reel 31) is temporarily stopped.

In addition, as a mode in which the operation of the operation switch is temporarily stopped, a signal based on the player's operation (for example, a signal from a sensor that detects the insertion of a game medium, the bet switch 40, the start switch 41, or the stop switch 42) For example, not receiving a signal transmitted from the operation switch based on the operation for a predetermined period.
In this case, when a signal transmitted based on the player's operation within a predetermined period is received, control processing for invalidating the received signal is performed, or transmission based on the player's operation is performed within the predetermined period. Even when the received signal is detected, the receiving process itself is not performed.

Furthermore, when a signal transmitted based on the player's operation is received within a predetermined period, the signal is received based on the player's operation, but the operation switch control process is performed based on the received signal. May be executed without starting for a predetermined period, and starting control processing based on a signal received after the predetermined period has elapsed.
Further, regarding the freeze of the start switch 41, even if the start switch 41 is operated, the reel 31 is not started to rotate based on the reception of the operation of the start switch 41 for a predetermined period, or the role lottery is not started for the predetermined period. Can be mentioned.

The freeze termination condition is that the freeze ends when a predetermined time elapses. Various operation signals input to the main control means 50 even before the predetermined time elapses. It is also possible to cancel the freeze on the way.
In this case, the freeze can be canceled simply by receiving an operation input of the start switch 41, or a predetermined operation procedure (for example, “operating the start switch 41 five times”, “stop switch 42 , “Operating in the order of middle, right, left”, “operating the bet switch 40 in accordance with a predetermined timing”, etc.) can be used to cancel the freeze.

In the present embodiment, the freeze control means 70 determines whether or not to execute the freeze with a predetermined winning probability (1/10) when a predetermined combination (watermelon) is won by the combination lottery means 61. Make a lottery.
Then, when winning the freeze lottery, the freeze control means 70 stops the progress of the game for a predetermined time (5 seconds) after the start switch 41 is operated. Next, reverse rotation freezing is performed in which the three reels 31 are reversely rotated.

  Also, when 5 seconds have elapsed since the start switch 41 was operated, the freeze control means 70 stops the reverse rotation of the three reels 31. Thereafter, the reel control means 64 starts to rotate the three reels 31 in the forward direction. When the rotation of the three reels 31 reaches a constant speed state, the main control means 50 accepts the operation of the stop switch 42.

  And when a reverse rotation freeze is performed, a privilege is provided with respect to a player. When reverse rotation freeze is executed during non-AT game, the right to execute AT game is granted as a bonus, and when reverse rotation freeze is executed during AT game, the number of AT games is added as a bonus ( to add. This point will be described later.

In the present embodiment, the freeze control means 70 starts a freeze that stops the progress of the game for a predetermined time (20 seconds) when the replay 02 wins in the game won in the first or second replay. Thereafter, the bet switch 40 is operated before the predetermined time elapses, or when the predetermined time elapses, control is performed so as to end the freeze.
The freeze control means 70 does not execute the freeze in the above-described manner when the replay 01 wins in the game won in the first or second replay.

Returning to FIG.
An external terminal board 100 (relay board, concentrated terminal board) is electrically connected to the main control board constituting the main control means 50, and a game history display device 110 is electrically connected to the external terminal board 100. ing.
The main control means 50 transmits a game history signal (external signal) related to the game history to the external terminal board 100 in one direction. The external terminal board 100 receives the game history signal received from the main control means 50. , It transmits in one direction to the game history display device 110 and the hall computer (not shown).

In the present embodiment, the main control means 50 outputs an AT signal related to the AT game as an external signal.
The game history display device 110 is provided separately from the slot machine 10 and receives an external signal transmitted from the main control means 50 via the external terminal board 100 to display necessary information.

As a result, the player sees the game history display device 110, so that the game history of the slot machine 10, for example, the total number of games on the current day and the past several days, the number of transitions from non-AT games to AT games, You can know how many times the game has been continued.
In addition, the hall computer, including the number of transitions from non-AT games to AT games and the number of continuations of AT games, shows how much each slot machine 10 has played on the day (game information). Collect statistical information and use it for hall management.

Here, for security reasons, the external terminal board 100 is allowed to be connected only to the main control board (main control means 50), and the sub control board (sub control means 80) is inferior to the main control board in terms of security. Are generally not connected.
Therefore, in order to control the output of the AT signal, it is necessary for the main control means 50 to grasp that the transition from the non-AT game to the AT game, the AT game has continued, or the AT game has ended. is there.

However, although the AT game is controlled on the sub-control means 80 side, the signal is transmitted from the main control means 50 to the sub-control means 80 in one direction, so that the non-AT game is shifted to the AT game. In addition, a signal indicating that the AT game has continued cannot be transmitted from the sub control unit 80 to the main control unit 50.
Therefore, in this embodiment, the external signal control means 71 described later grasps on the main control means 50 side that the non-AT game has been changed to the AT game, that the AT game has continued, and that the AT game has ended. Thus, the output of the AT signal is controlled.

Returning to FIG.
The main control unit 50 includes an external signal control unit 71.
The external signal control means 71 includes a push order determination means 71a and an AT signal counter 71b.

  The push order determining means 71a determines the push order of the stop switch 42 for controlling the AT signal by lottery in the game won in the first to 27th replays. The pressing order of the stop switch 42 determined here is for controlling the AT signal, not for distributing the stop control of the reels 31. That is, the pushing order for controlling the AT signal is determined separately from the pushing order for the stop control of the reel 31.

  Specifically, the push order determining means 71a determines push orders T1 and T2 as push orders for controlling the AT signal. The pushing order T1 is a pushing order for adding the count value of the AT signal counter 71b, and the pushing order T2 is a pushing order for resetting the count value of the AT signal counter 71b.

  Here, in the present embodiment, a characteristic stop appearance in which "bells" are aligned at the middle first stop is displayed at the time of the first replay winning, and "bells" are aligned at the first left stop at the time of the second replay winning. When the third to twenty-seventh replay is won, a characteristic stop appearance such as “red 7” being aligned by reverse pressing is displayed.

  For this reason, there are six pressing orders of the stop switch 42: left middle right, left and right middle, middle left and right, middle right left, right left middle, and right middle left, but the push order determining means 71a is selected when the first replay is won. The pressing orders T1 and T2 are assigned to the four types of left middle right, left and right middle, right right middle and right middle left. Similarly, at the time of the second replay winning, the pressing orders T1 and T2 are assigned to the four types of middle left and right, middle right left, right left middle, and right middle left, and at the third to 27th replay winning, the left middle right, left and right Push order T1 and T2 are assigned to four types of middle, middle left and right, and middle right and left.

Specifically, for example, when the first replay is won, the push order determining unit 71a selects any one of left middle right, left and right middle, right left middle, and right middle left with a probability of 1/4. The push order T1 is assigned to it, and the push order T2 is assigned to the remaining three.
Thus, when the first replay is won, the pressing order in which the stopping points with “bells” are displayed and the pressing order for adding or resetting the count value of the AT signal counter 71b are not complicated. Similarly, when the second to 27th replays are selected, the pressing order for the reel 31 stop control and the pressing order for the AT signal control are not complicated.

In addition, when the first replay is won, the replay 01 wins even if the stop switch 42 is operated in any of the four types of pressing order of left middle right, left and right middle, right left middle, and right middle left.
Thus, by assigning the pressing orders T1 and T2 by lottery to a plurality of types of pressing orders in which the same symbol combination stops, the AT is stopped while the same symbol combination is stopped (same winning combination). The control regarding the signal can be varied.

Depending on the type of replay that has been won, the type of replay to be awarded may differ depending on the order in which the stop switch 42 is pressed, but replay can be performed regardless of which replay is won.
Thus, by assigning push orders T1 and T2 by lottery to a plurality of types of push orders in which a combination of symbols having the same profit is displayed, the AT signal is kept the same for the player. Different controls can be used.

In addition, the push order determining means 71a determines the push orders T1 and T2 when the first to the 27th replay is won regardless of whether the sub gaming state is in the AT game or not.
However, since the push order determining means 71a is provided on the main control means 50 side, it cannot be determined whether or not the sub gaming state is in the AT game. Therefore, when the first to twenty-seventh replay is won, the pushing order T1 and T2 is determined.

  When the pressing orders T1 and T2 are determined, the main control unit 50 transmits information on the determined pressing orders T1 and T2 to the sub-control unit 80. In addition, information on the count value of the AT signal counter 71b, information indicating the output state of the AT signal (on or off), and the like are also transmitted. On the side of the sub-control means 80, based on this information and the sub-gaming state, it is determined whether or not the push order T1 or T2 is to be notified and whether the push order T1 or T2 is to be notified, and the determined press Announce the order. The operation on the sub control means 80 side will be described later.

The AT signal counter 71b is for counting the number of games in which the stop switch 42 is operated in the pressing order T1 when the 1st to 27th replays are won.
In the present embodiment, the external signal control means 71 adds “1” to the count value of the AT signal counter 71b when the stop switch 42 is operated in the pressing order T1 when the 1st to 27th replays are won.

In the present embodiment, the AT signal counter 71b sets “0” as an initial value and “4” as an upper limit value. For this reason, when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is “4”, adding “1” to the count value results in “0” next.
That is, the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is “0” → “1” → “2” → “3” → “every time the stop switch 42 is operated in the pressing order T1 when the 1st to 27th replays are won. 4 "→" 0 ".

Further, the external signal control means 71 indicates that the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is any of “0” to “4” when the stop switch 42 is operated in the pressing order T2 when the 1st to 27th replays are won. However, this is reset (initial value “0” is set).
Furthermore, when the stop switch 42 is operated in the order other than the pressing order T1 or T2 when the 1st to 27th replay wins, the external signal control means 71 sets the count value of the AT signal counter 71b to “0” to “4”. In any case, this is maintained as it is.

Further, the external signal control means 71, when the push order is incorrect when the 1st to 56th bells are won, regardless of whether the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is "0" to "4" To reset.
Further, the external signal control means 71, when the correct answer is pushed in the 1st to 56th bell winning, even if the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is any of "0" to "4" Keep it as it is.

  Furthermore, when the external signal control means 71 results in a winning lottery result other than the 1st to 27th replay winning or the 1st to 56th bell winning, regardless of whether or not the stop switch 42 is pressed and whether or not a winning combination has been won. Even if the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is any of “0” to “4”, it is maintained as it is.

From the above, the condition for adding the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is that the stop switch 42 is operated in the pressing order T1 when the 1st to 27th replays are won.
The reset condition of the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is that the stop switch 42 is operated in the pressing order T2 when the first to 27th replays are won, and the pressing order is incorrect when the first to 56th bells are won. That is.
The external signal control means 71 maintains the count value of the AT signal counter 71b except when the above addition condition or reset condition is satisfied.

Further, the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the AT signal when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is changed from “4” to “0” at the time of winning the first to 27th replays.
Here, if the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is “4” at the time of winning the 1st to 27th replays, the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is operated regardless of the pressing order T1 or T2. Becomes “0”.

For this reason, once the count value of the AT signal counter 71b becomes “4”, the AT signal of the AT signal will not change regardless of whether the stop switch 42 is operated in the pressing order T1 or T2 at the time of winning the first to 27th replays. The output is turned on.
As described above, when the number of games in which the stop switch 42 is operated in the pressing order T1 when the first to 27th replay wins has reached “4” (the specified number of times C1), the external signal control means 71 Turn on the output.

  However, even if the count value of the AT signal counter 71b becomes “4”, the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is changed from “4” due to an incorrect answer in the pushing order at the time of winning the first to 56th bells. When it becomes “0”, the output of the AT signal is turned off without turning it on. The fact that the push order is incorrect when the push order bell is won is because there is a possibility that the AT game has already ended.

Further, the external signal control means 71 turns off the output of the AT signal when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is changed from “3” to “4” at the time of winning the first to 27th replays.
Further, the external signal control means 71 turns off the output of the AT signal when the pressing order is incorrect when the first to 56th bells are won.

From the above, the ON condition of the output of the AT signal is that the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is changed from “4” to “0” when the first to 27th replays are selected.
The AT signal output is turned off when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is changed from “3” to “4” when the 1st to 27th replays are selected, and when the first to 56th bells are selected. It was an incorrect answer.
The external signal control means 71 maintains the output state of the AT signal except when the above on condition or off condition is satisfied. That is, if the output of the AT signal is on, the on state is maintained, and if the output of the AT signal is off, the off state is maintained.

FIG. 14 is a time chart showing an output pattern of the AT signal.
The external signal control means 71 is “2” when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is changed from “0” to “1”, “1” is changed to “2” in the state where the output of the AT signal is OFF. When “3” is changed to “3” and when “3” is changed to “4”, the OFF state is maintained, and when “4” is changed to “0”, the output of the AT signal is turned ON.

Further, after turning on the output of the AT signal, the external signal control means 71 maintains the on state until the off condition for the output of the AT signal is satisfied.
Furthermore, the external signal control means 71, when the output of the AT signal is on, when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b changes from “0” to “1”, or from “1” to “2”, When “2” is changed to “3”, the ON state is maintained, and when “3” is changed to “4”, the output of the AT signal is temporarily turned off. Thereafter, when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b changes from “4” to “0”, the output of the AT signal is turned on again.

  Further, when the AT signal output is on, the external signal control means 71 turns off the AT signal when the push order becomes incorrect when the 1st to 56th bells are selected, and thereafter, the AT signal output is turned off. The off state is maintained until the on condition is satisfied.

  As described above, in this embodiment, at the start and end of the AT game, the main control state is determined independently on the sub control unit 80 side without the transition of the main game state. The external signal control means 71 determines the start timing of the AT game, the presence / absence of continuation, and the end timing, and controls the ON / OFF of the output of the AT signal.

Here, for example, when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b changes from “0” to “1”, the output of the AT signal can be turned on.
However, in this case, when the stop switch 42 is accidentally operated in the pressing order T1 during the first to 27th replay wins during non-AT gaming, the AT signal output is turned on contrary to the intention of the slot machine 10 side. turn into.

Therefore, in this embodiment, when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b changes from “4” to “0”, the output of the AT signal is turned on.
As a result, it is possible to prevent the output of the AT signal from being turned on against the intention of the slot machine 10 during the non-AT game.
The AT signal output is turned on only when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is “2” or more, and is not limited to “4” to “0”.

Next, the flow of processing related to the control of the AT signal will be described based on a flowchart.
FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a flow of processing relating to control of the AT signal.
In step S11 of FIG. 15, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the 1st to 27th replays have been won. If it is determined that the winning is made, the process proceeds to the next step S12. On the other hand, when it is determined that the player has not won, the process proceeds to step S25.

In step S12, the push order determining means 71a determines the push orders T1 and T2. Then, the process proceeds to the next step S13.
In step S <b> 13, the main control unit 50 transmits information on the determined pressing orders T <b> 1 and T <b> 2 to the sub control unit 80. Then, the process proceeds to the next step S14.

  In step S14, the main control means 50 continues to determine whether all the reels 31 have stopped. When it is determined that all the reels 31 have stopped, the process proceeds to the next step S15, and the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the stop switch 42 has been operated in the pressing order T1. If it is determined that the operation is performed in the pressing order T1, the process proceeds to the next step S16. On the other hand, when it is determined that the operation is not performed in the pressing order T1, the process proceeds to step S17.

In step S16, the external signal control means 71 adds “1” to the count value of the AT signal counter 71b. Then, the process proceeds to step S20.
In step S17, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the stop switch 42 has been operated in the pressing order T2. If it is determined that the operation is performed in the pressing order T2, the process proceeds to the next step S18. On the other hand, when it is determined that the operation is not performed in the pressing order T2, the process proceeds to step S19.

In step S18, the external signal control means 71 resets the count value of the AT signal counter 71b. Then, the process proceeds to step S20.
In step S19, the external signal control means 71 maintains the count value of the AT signal counter 71b. Then, the process proceeds to the next step S20.

In step S20, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the count value of the AT signal counter 71b has changed from “4” to “0”. If it is determined that “4” has changed to “0”, the process proceeds to the next step S21. On the other hand, when it is determined that “4” is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S22.
In step S21, the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the AT signal. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

  In step S22, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the count value of the AT signal counter 71b has changed from “3” to “4”. If it is determined that “3” is changed to “4”, the process proceeds to the next step S23. On the other hand, when it is determined that “3” is not “4”, the process proceeds to step S24.

In step S23, the external signal control means 71 turns off the output of the AT signal. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.
In step S24, the external signal control means 71 maintains the output state of the AT signal. That is, if the output of the AT signal is on, the on state is maintained, and if the output of the AT signal is off, the off state is maintained. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

  In step S25, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the 1st to 56th bells (push order bells) have been won. Here, when it is determined that the push order bell is won, the process proceeds to the next step S26. On the other hand, when it is determined that the push order bell is not won, the process proceeds to step S30.

  In step S26, the main control means 50 continues to determine whether all the reels 31 have stopped. When it is determined that all the reels 31 are stopped, the process proceeds to the next step S27, and the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the pushing order is correct. Here, when it is determined that the correct answer is the push order, the process proceeds to step S30. On the other hand, when it is determined that the push order is incorrect, the process proceeds to the next step S28.

In step S28, the external signal control means 71 resets the count value of the AT signal counter 71b, and in the next step S29, the output of the AT signal is turned off. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.
In step S30, the external signal control means 71 maintains the count value of the AT signal counter 71b. In the next step 31, the output state of the AT signal is maintained. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

  The main control unit 50 transmits various information (commands) to the sub control unit 80. Information to be transmitted includes information indicating that a medal has been inserted, information indicating that the start switch 41 has been operated, information on a lottery result (winning combination), information indicating that the reel 31 has started rotating, and a stop switch. Information indicating that 42 has been operated, information indicating that the rotation of the reels 31 has been stopped, information regarding the stop position of each reel 31 (design stopped on the active line), information on winning combinations, information on paying out medals, main game Information on status (normal game, inside, non-inside, special game, RT game, non-RT game), information on freeze (freeze start and end, and freeze mode information), push for AT signal control For example, order information, count value information of the AT signal counter 71b, information indicating the output state (ON or OFF) of the AT signal, and the like can be given.

Returning to FIG.
The sub control unit 80 includes a sub game state control unit 81 and a notification control unit 82.
As described above, the present embodiment includes AT games (notification games) and non-AT games (non-notification games) as sub game states.
Here, the AT game is a game in which the first to 56th bells are won by the role lottery means 61. ).

On the other hand, the non-AT game means that the stop switch 42 is pressed in order to stop the combination of symbols having a large profit for the player even if the first to 56th bells are won by the role lottery means 61 (correct answer) A game that does not notify the order of pushing).
Then, the sub gaming state control unit 81 controls transition between sub gaming states (between the AT game and the non-AT game), and the notification control unit 82 controls notification of the pressing order of the stop switch 42.

  In the present embodiment, the sub game state control means 81 executes an AT game with a predetermined number of games (50 games) as one set. Further, when the predetermined additional condition is satisfied, the predetermined number of games is added (added) to the remaining number of AT games, and when the predetermined continuation condition is satisfied, the next AT Continue playing the game. When it is determined that the end condition of the AT game is satisfied, control is performed so as to shift from the next game to the non-AT game.

Here, in the present embodiment, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets the number of games N1 until the AT game can be started at the end of the AT game or when the set value is changed, and the number of games N1. N2 is set separately.
Further, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets only one for the number of games N1, and sets a plurality (for example, 10) for the number of games N2.

Then, the sub game state control means 81 makes it possible to start the AT game when the game number N1 is consumed. On the other hand, the sub game state control means 81 does not start the AT game even if the game number N2 is consumed.
In other words, the game number N1 is a so-called book release game number that makes it possible to start an AT game when it is digested, and the game number N2 is a so-called gasset release game number that does not start an AT game even if it is digested. is there.

Further, the sub game state control means 81 sets the game number N2 without referring to the game number N1. The plurality of game times N2 are also set separately without referring to each other.
For this reason, for example, the difference between the number of games N1 and N2 may be smaller than the period of the specific performance state (so-called precursor state).

In the present embodiment, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets the number of games N1 and N2 within a range of 1 to 1280.
For this reason, in this embodiment, the number of games until the AT game can be started is a minimum of 1 game and a maximum of 1280 games.

  Specifically, in the present embodiment, the numerical values of 1 to 1280 are divided into 40 sections by 32 numerical values. That is, the numerical value of 1 to 32 for the interval 1, the numerical value of 33 to 64 for the interval 2, the numerical value of 65 to 96 for the interval 3, the numerical value of 97 to 128 for the interval 4,. The section 39 is divided into numerical values from 1217 to 1248, and the section 40 is divided into numerical values from 1249 to 1280.

  The sub gaming state control means 81 includes a main cancellation counter 81a and a plurality of gash cancellation counters 81b, and sets the number of games N1 and N2 by a two-stage lottery. That is, in the first stage lottery, one of the sections 1 to 40 is selected, and in the second stage lottery, one of the 32 numerical values in the selected section is selected. select. Then, the numerical value selected as the number of games N1 is set in the main cancellation counter 81a, and the numerical value selected as the number of games N2 is set in the gasase cancellation counter 81b.

  In the present embodiment, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not the count value of the release counter 81a is “0” every time a game is played. If it is determined that the count value of the main release counter 81a is not “0”, then “1” is subtracted from the count values of the main release counter 81a and each of the plurality of gasase release counters 81b. On the other hand, when it is determined that the count value of the release counter 81a is “0”, the AT game can be started.

  Further, in the present embodiment, there are a normal mode and a special mode in which the setting condition of the number of games N1 is different from the normal mode. In the normal mode, the selection probability of each section of sections 1 to 40 when setting the number of games N1 is set to 2.5%. On the other hand, in the special mode, the selection probability of each section of the sections 1 to 8 when setting the number of games N1 is set to 12.5% and the selection probability of each section of the sections 9 to 40 is 0%. Is set.

Thus, in the special mode, if a maximum of 256 games are consumed, an AT game can be started, so that it is easy to shift to an AT game.
Then, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets the normal mode when the set value is changed, and performs a mode transition lottery to determine which mode to shift to at the start of the AT game. Set one of the special modes.

  The setting conditions for the number of games N2 are the same in the normal mode and the special mode. Thus, the frequency of the gasse precursor state is the same in the normal mode and the special mode so that it is not determined whether the user is staying in the normal mode or the special mode depending on the frequency of the gasse precursor state.

  As with the setting conditions for the number of games N1, the setting conditions for the number of games N2 are different between the normal mode and the special mode, while the number of games until the AT game can be started is small in the special mode. Accordingly, the number of games N2 may be smaller than that in the normal mode. In this way, it is possible not to determine whether the user is staying in the normal mode or the special mode according to the frequency of the gasse precursor state.

  In the present embodiment, the AT continuous lottery for determining whether or not to continue the AT game is performed at a predetermined time during the AT game (when the remaining number of games reaches the predetermined number). When it is decided to continue the AT game, the next AT game is continuously executed immediately after the remaining number of games of the AT game is digested. On the other hand, when it is decided not to continue the AT game, the AT game is ended when the remaining number of games of the AT game is consumed.

  Here, in this embodiment, there are five stages of 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, and 90% as AT game continuation probabilities (winning probabilities of AT continuous lottery). In the present embodiment, the sub gaming state control means 81 performs a continuation probability lottery for selecting any one of the five continuation probabilities when setting the number of games N1, and sets the continuation probability according to the result. To do.

  In the present embodiment, the sub game state control means 81 changes the AT game continuation probability according to the game result until the game number N1 is reached. Specifically, when the number of wins for a predetermined combination (for example, a rare combination such as watermelon) is counted until the number of games N1 is reached, and the number of wins for the predetermined combination exceeds a predetermined number (for example, 10) Increases the AT game continuation probability by a predetermined level (for example, one level). For example, when the AT game continuation probability is set to 60% and the watermelon win count is 10 or more, the AT game continuation probability is changed to 70%.

  Furthermore, as described above, when the watermelon is won by the role lottery means 61, the freeze control means 70 performs a freeze lottery to determine whether or not to execute the freeze, and when the winning lottery is won, Perform reverse rotation freeze. And when reverse rotation freezing is performed, the sub game state control means 81 provides a privilege with respect to a player.

When the reverse rotation freeze is executed during the non-AT game, the sub-gaming state control means 81 gives the right to execute the AT game as a privilege even if the game number N1 has not been reached, and the predetermined number of games (10 After the game is completed, the AT game can be started.
When the reverse rotation freeze is executed during the AT game, the sub game state control means 81 adds (adds) a predetermined number of games (50 games) to the remaining number of games of the AT game as a privilege.

  Further, the sub game state control means 81 performs a special game lottery for determining whether or not to execute a special game when the replay C group is won by the role lottery means 61 during an AT game. The winning probability of this special game lottery is set to 1/10. Here, the special game is the display number of stops where “red 7”-“red 7”-“red 7” are aligned on a straight line, and stop events where 5 “red 7” are aligned in a V shape. Is a game in which a privilege is given to a player according to the counted number of display times. When the special game lottery is won, the sub game state control means 81 starts the special game from the next game.

During the special game, the notification control means 82 uses the combination lottery means 61 to perform the 3rd to 27th replays (when pressed backward, three “red 7” s can be aligned on a straight line, or “red 7” can be a temperament) In the game won and the watermelon (the five “red 7” can be aligned in a V shape when pushed backward), the fact that the stop switch 42 should be operated by pushing backward is notified.
The “red 7” temper is that the last reel 31 is rotating (not stopped), but the other reels 31 are already stopped, and at that time, the symbol combination line is displayed. It means that “Red 7” is available. For example, the symbol combination line is “Rotating” − “Red 7” − “Red 7”.

Here, the third to thirteenth, fifteenth, seventeenth to twentieth and twenty-third to twenty-sixth replays are replays that can stop “red 7”-“red 7”-“red 7” when pressed backwards. is there.
In the 14th, 16th, 21st, 22nd and 27th replays, "Red 7" can be tempered when pressed backwards, but "Red 7"-"Red 7"-"Red 7" are not stopped. It is. That is, a replay in which a combination of symbols different from “red 7” — “red 7” — “red 7” can be stopped although a part of “red 7” — “red 7” — “red 7” is formed. It is.

Then, during the special game, the notification control means 82 is selected when “Red 7”-“Red 7”-“Red 7” is selected as a replay that can be stopped when it is pressed backward, and “Red 7” is displayed as a balance when pressed backward. However, “Red 7”-“Red 7”-“Red 7” informs that the stop switch 42 should be operated by reverse pressing in both cases when winning the replay that is not stopped.
As a result, in the game won in the 14th, 16th, 21st, 22nd, or 27th replay by the winning lottery means 61, when the player operates the stop switch 42 by reverse pressing according to the notification, "Red 7" Since it can be a temper, it is possible to increase the player's expectation that “red 7”-“red 7”-“red 7” will be stopped.

In addition, during the special game, the sub-gaming state control means 81 has a stop appearance where “red 7”-“red 7”-“red 7” are aligned on a straight line, and five “red 7” are V-shaped. Count the number of stop appearances that are aligned, and when the counted number of display times exceeds a predetermined number (3 times), the predetermined number of games (50 games) is added (added) to the remaining number of AT games )
During non-special games, “Red 7”-“Red 7”-“Red 7” will appear on the straight line, and 5 “Red 7” will appear in the V shape. However, no privilege is granted.
When the predetermined number of games (10 games) is consumed during the special game, the sub game state control means 81 ends the special game.

  During the AT game, the notification control means 82 is a stop switch for stopping the combination of symbols that the player receives a large benefit in the game won by the 1st to 56th bells (push order bell) by the role lottery means 61. The pressing order of 42 (correct answer pressing order) is notified.

Further, the notification control means 82 does not notify any push order in the game won in the first or second replay during the non-AT game, but in the game won in the first replay during the AT game. Alternatively, the first stop on the right is notified, and an irregular press is notified in the game won in the second replay.
As described above, in the game won in the first replay, the replay 02 (replay like “Bell”) wins in the middle first stop, and the replay 01 wins in the left or right first stop. In the game won in the second replay, the replay 02 wins with the first stop on the left, and the replay 01 wins with the irregular push.

Also, during AT games, if the player operates the stop switch 42 in accordance with the notification, the bell will win when the push-bell wins, so it is necessary to make Replay 02 win and make it seem as if the bell has won. Absent.
For this reason, during an AT game, the replay 01 is normally output (when the specific condition is not satisfied) while outputting an effect suggesting that the replay 01 wins in the game won in the first or second replay. Announces the order of pushing to win.

However, if an AT game is being fulfilled and a specific condition is met, a replay 02 winning push will be output while outputting an effect suggesting that the replay 01 wins in the game won for the first or second replay. Announce the order.
Specifically, in the game won for the first replay, while outputting an effect suggesting that the replay 01 wins, the middle first stop for notifying the replay 02 is notified. In this case, when the player operates the stop switch 42 in the middle first stop according to the notification, the replay 02 wins. In other words, a so-called contradiction effect is performed in which the type of replay that suggests winning is different from the type of replay that actually wins.

Also in the case of winning the second replay, as in the case described above, the first left stop for winning the replay 02 is notified while outputting an effect suggesting that the replay 01 wins.
Thereby, it can be suggested to the player that the specific condition is satisfied.
In addition, even if the push order in which the replay as suggested in the production is awarded is notified, even if the replay that is different from the replay suggested in the production is informed, the replay with the same profit will win. The player can be prevented from being disadvantaged.

In the present embodiment, for example, when it is determined to continue the AT game or to add the remaining number of games of the AT game, and it is not necessary to notify the push order for controlling the AT signal, When the first or second replay is won, it is determined that the specific condition is satisfied, and an effect indicating that the replay 01 wins is output, and the push order in which the replay 02 wins is notified.
As a result, the replay suggested in the production and the replay that is actually won may be different from each other, and the player may be suggested that the AT game will continue or that the remaining number of AT games will be added. it can.

Next, the flow of processing related to notification of the pressing order for the stop control of the reel 31 at the time of winning the first or second replay will be described based on the flowchart shown in FIG.
In step S41 of FIG. 16, the notification control means 82 determines whether or not the first or second replay is won. If it is determined that the player has won, the process proceeds to the next step S42. On the other hand, when it is determined that the player has not won, the process according to this flowchart is terminated.

  In step S42, the notification control means 82 determines whether or not an AT game is being played. If it is determined that an AT game is being played, the process proceeds to the next step S43. On the other hand, when it is determined that the AT game is not being played, the processing according to this flowchart is terminated.

  In step S43, the notification control unit 82 determines whether or not a specific condition is satisfied. That is, it is determined whether or not the continuation of the AT game or the addition of the remaining number of games of the AT game has been determined and it is not necessary to notify the push order for controlling the AT signal. If it is determined that the specific condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to the next step S44. On the other hand, when it is determined that the specific condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S46.

In step S44, the notification control means 82 outputs an effect suggesting that the replay 01 wins, and in the next step S45, notifies the pressing order for winning the replay 02. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.
In step S46, the notification control means 82 outputs an effect suggesting that the replay 01 wins, and in the next step S47, notifies the pressing order for winning the replay 01. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

Further, the sub game state control means 81 determines to turn on the output of the AT signal when the non-AT game is shifted to the AT game and when the AT game is continued.
When it is decided to turn on the output of the AT signal, the notification control means 82 adds the count value of the AT signal counter 71b in the game won in the first to 27th replays. Is notified.

In this case, when the player operates the stop switch 42 in the pressing order T1 according to the notification, the external signal control means 71 adds “1” to the count value of the AT signal counter 71b.
When the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “4” (the specified number of times C1), the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the AT signal.

In addition, after turning on the output of the AT signal, the sub game state control means 81 does not turn on the output of the AT signal until the game shifts from the non-AT game to the AT game or continues the AT game. decide.
When it is determined that the output of the AT signal is not turned on, the notification control unit 82 first to 27th until the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “2” (the specified number of times C2). In the game won for replay, the push order T2 for resetting the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is not notified. When the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “2” (specified number of times C2), the push order T2 is notified in the game won in the first to 27th replays.

Here, when it is decided not to turn on the output of the AT signal, the push order T2 can be always notified in the game won in the first to 27th replays.
However, in this case, during AT games, the correct answer push order will be notified when the 1st to 56th bell wins, and the push order T2 will be notified when the 1st to 27th replay wins, respectively. Notification will be performed.

Here, if the notification of the pressing order and the notification other than the pressing order are performed simultaneously, the notification of the pressing order becomes difficult for the player to understand. For this reason, in a game in which the push order is notified, it is preferable not to make notifications other than the push order.
However, if notification of almost every game and push order is performed during an AT game, notifications other than the push order cannot be performed.

  In addition, in a game such as a watermelon or white 7 that is won for the role of any push order, the notification control means 82 does not notify the push order. For this reason, when the push order is always notified during the 1st to 56th bell wins and the 1st to 27th replay wins during the AT game, the game without the push order notification is won as an unquestioned push order. The player knows that it is a game.

Therefore, even if the notification control means 82 has decided not to turn on the output of the AT signal, it won the 1st to 27th replays until the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “2”. The game does not notify the push order T2.
As a result, it is possible to provide a case in which notification of the push order is not performed at the time of winning the 1st to 27th replays in the AT game. It is possible to prevent the player from knowing the game won for the role.

Also, if the case where the push order T2 is not notified at the time of winning the first to the 27th replays, the stop switch 42 is accidentally operated in the push order T1 and the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is added. Sometimes.
Therefore, when the notification control means 82 has decided not to turn on the output of the AT signal and the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “2”, the first to 27th replays are won. In the played game, the push order T2 is notified.

  In this case, when the player operates the stop switch 42 in the pressing order T2 in accordance with the notification, the external signal control means 71 resets the count value of the AT signal counter 71b. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the output of the AT signal from being turned on contrary to the intention on the slot machine 10 side.

Next, the flow of processing related to notification of the pressing order for controlling the AT signal will be described based on the flowchart shown in FIG.
In step S51 of FIG. 17, the notification control means 82 determines whether or not the 1st to 27th replays have been won. If it is determined that the player has won, the process proceeds to the next step S52. On the other hand, when it is determined that the player has not won, the process according to this flowchart is terminated.

In step S52, the notification control means 82 determines whether or not it is decided to turn on the output of the AT signal. If it is determined that the output of the AT signal is determined to be turned on, the process proceeds to the next step S53. On the other hand, if it is determined that the output of the AT signal is not determined to be turned on, the process proceeds to step S54.
In step S53, the notification control means 82 notifies the push order T1 for adding the count value of the AT signal counter 71b. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

In step S54, the notification control means 82 determines whether or not the count value of the AT signal counter 71b is equal to or greater than “2” (the specified number of times C2). If it is determined that the value is “2” or more, the process proceeds to the next step S55. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is less than “2”, the process according to this flowchart is terminated without notifying the pressing order T2 for resetting the count value of the AT signal counter 71b.
In step S55, the notification control means 82 notifies the pressing order T2. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

In addition, when the stop switch 42 is operated by irregular pressing during non-AT gaming, the sub gaming state control means 81 is played until a predetermined number of games (for example, five games) is consumed as a penalty. However, the start of the AT game is delayed by not subtracting “1” from the count value of the release counter 81a.
It should be noted that the sub gaming state control means 81 does not give a penalty even if the stop switch 42 is operated by the irregular push when the irregular push is notified during the AT game.
In this way, during a non-AT game, the player operates the stop switch 42 at the first left stop in order to avoid a penalty.

As described above, when the stop switch 42 is operated at the first left stop, the bell hardly wins.
Therefore, during a non-AT game, if the stop switch 42 is operated at the first left stop, a penalty can be avoided, but the bell hardly wins.
Therefore, at the first stop on the left at the time of the second replay win, the replay 02 with “bells” is awarded, thereby making the player think that the bell will win even during non-AT games. Is not monotonous.

Returning to FIG.
The sub control unit 80 includes an effect control unit 83.
The effect control means 83 controls the output of the effects from the lamp 21, the speaker 22, and the image display device 23 described above.

  For each game, the effect control unit 83 selects an effect by lottery using software random numbers based on the lottery result of the combination by the combination lottery unit 61 at the start of the game. Specifically, as the game progresses, at what timing (when the start switch 41 is operated, when each stop switch 42 is operated, etc.), what effect is output (how the lamp 21 is operated) Whether to turn on, blink, or turn off, what kind of sound is output from the speaker 22, what kind of image is displayed on the image display device 23, and the like. Then, an effect is output according to this selection.

In addition, every time a game is performed, the effect control unit 83 determines whether or not the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 or N2 has reached a predetermined number (38 games).
Then, when it is determined that the number of games until the number of games N1 or N2 has reached 38 games, the effect control means 83 shifts at least a part of the 38 games from that game to AT games. Make a suggestive sign.
That is, when the remaining number of games up to the number of games N1 or N2 reaches 38 games, all or part of the period until the number of games N1 or N2 is reached is set as a precursor state.

Further, when the effect control means 83 determines that the number of games until reaching the number of games N2 has reached 38 games, the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 from that time is within the specified number (75 games). It is determined whether or not. That is, when the game number N2 is consumed, it is determined whether or not the remaining game number up to the game number N1 is within 37 games.
Then, when the effect control means 83 determines that the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 is within 75 games, at least a part of the period of 38 games until reaching the number of games N2 is set as a precursor state. Or when the number of games to reach the number of games N1 reaches 38 games, at least a part of the period of the 38 games from the game is set as a precursor state.

Further, when the effect control means 83 enters a precursor state based on the fact that the number of games until reaching the number of games N2 has reached 38 games, from the time when the number of games N2 is reached, until the number of games N1 is reached. It is determined whether or not the number of games is within a specific number (31 games). That is, when the game number N2 is consumed, it is determined whether or not the remaining number of games up to the game number N1 is within 31 games.
Then, when it is determined that the number of games before reaching the number of games N1 is within 31 games, the effect control unit 83 continues the precursor state until the number of games N1 is reached.

Here, when the number of games N1 (the number of main deallocated games) is digested, an AT game can be started. Therefore, the period of 38 games until the number of games N1 is reached is a so-called precursor state.
On the other hand, since the AT game is not started even if the number of games N2 (number of games released) is exhausted, the period of 38 games until the number of games N2 is reached is a so-called “gasse precursor” state.

Specifically, each time the game is performed, the effect control means 83 determines whether or not the count value of any of the main cancellation counter 81a and the plurality of gasset cancellation counters 81b is “38”. .
Then, when it is determined that the count value of the main release counter 81a is “38”, the effect control means 83 decides to set the main precursor state, and from the game, the count value of the main release counter 81a is “1”. All or part of the period of 38 games until “

Further, when the effect control means 83 determines that the count value of any one of the gouge release counters 81b is “38”, whether or not the count value of the release counter 81a at that time is “75” or less. Judging.
Here, when it is determined that the count value of the main release counter 81a is not equal to or less than “75”, the effect control unit 83 determines to set the gasse warning state, and the count value of the gasset release counter 81b is “38”. All or part of the period of 38 games from “1” to “1” is put in a harsh state.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the count value of the main release counter 81a is equal to or less than “75”, the production control unit 83 sets the pre-cursor state without setting the pre-gase state. Decide whether to do it by lottery.

  Then, when the production control means 83 decides to set the gasse sign state, the whole or part of the 38 game periods until the count value of the gasse release counter 81b changes from “38” to “1” Put a precursor. In this case, the count value of the release counter 81a is equal to or less than “37” at the end of the predicament state. For this reason, the effect control means 83 changes the whole or part of the period until the count value of the main release counter 81a becomes “1” after the pre-sign state to the pre-sign state. Therefore, the gasse precursor state and the present precursor state are continuous.

  In particular, the effect control means 83 determines whether or not the count value of the release counter 81a is equal to or less than “31” when the count value of the release counter 81b becomes “0” when the state of the gasset precursor is set. To do. When it is determined that the value is equal to or less than “31”, the sign state is continued until the count value of the release counter 81a becomes “0” after the sign sign state. Thereby, the period of the precursor state lasts for a long time, and the player's expectation for the AT game can be enhanced.

  On the other hand, when the production control means 83 decides to set the present precursor state without setting the precursor sign state, the effect control means 83 remains in the precursor state until the count value of the main release counter 81a becomes “38”. If the count value of the main release counter 81a becomes “38” without being in the precursor state, the entire period of 38 games from the game until the count value of the main release counter 81a becomes “1” or Make a part of this sign.

In this way, N2 is set separately from the number of games N1, and since the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 or N2 reaches 38 games, it is set as a precursor state. Becomes unclear. In particular, when the difference between the number of games N1 and N2 is smaller than the period of the precursor state, the game may shift to the AT game immediately after the end of the precursor state.
For this reason, it is possible to make the player expect the transition to the AT game even after the end of the gasse sign state.

Next, the period in which the precursor state is set and the contents of the effect in the precursor state will be described.
In the present embodiment, three types of precursor states are provided: a short pattern (1 to 15 games), a middle pattern (16 to 30 games), and a long pattern (31 to 38 games).
When the production control means 83 decides to make a precursor state, it first decides by a lottery whether to use a short pattern, a middle pattern, or a long pattern.
In addition, when the production control unit 83 decides to make the short pattern, it decides the number M of games during the period of the precursor state by lottery from 1 to 15 games and decides to make the middle pattern. At that time, the number M of games during the period of the precursor state is determined by lottery from 16 to 30 games.

Here, the effect scenario is a predetermined story of the effect in the precursor state, and the effect control means 83 has a plurality of types of effect scenarios with different periods and contents.
In addition, when determining the number of games M during the period of the precursor state, the effect control unit 83 determines an effect scenario according to the determined number of games M from among a plurality of predetermined effect scenarios.
Then, the effect control means 83 shifts to the precursor state when the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 or N2 reaches the number of games M, and then effects over the number of games M and according to the determined scenario. Will be output.

  Specifically, for example, it is determined to be in the precursor state, decided to be in the short pattern, the period to be in the precursor state is determined to 10 games, and the production scenario corresponding to 10 games is determined. To do. In this case, when the count value of the main release counter 81a becomes “10”, the state is shifted to the previous sign state, and thereafter, over 10 games until the count value of the main release counter 81a changes from “10” to “1”. Then, the production is output according to the decided production scenario.

Moreover, when the production control means 83 decides to make the long pattern, the period of the precursor state is divided into sections a1, a2,..., An (n ≧ 3).
Furthermore, the effect control means 83 determines the number of games and the effect scenario of a part of the section including at least a1 and an from among predetermined ones.
Further, the effect control means 83 determines the number M of games in the period of the precursor state so that it is not less than the total value of the number of games in the determined partial section and not more than 38 games.

At this time, the effect control means 83 refers to the determined number of games in the section of an, and determines the number M of games during the period of the precursor state.
In addition, when the production control unit 83 determines that the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 has become 38 games, and when it determines that the number of games until the number of games N2 has reached 38 games. The conditions for determining the number M of games during the period of the precursor state are varied.

Further, the effect control means 83 determines the number of games in a section other than the already determined section so that the sum of the number of games in all sections within the period of the precursor state matches the number of games M.
At this time, the effect control means 83 refers to the number of games in the already determined section and distributes the number of games in the other sections.
Then, the effect control means 83 shifts to the precursor state when the number of games until the number of games N1 or N2 reaches the number of games M.

Specifically, when the production control means 83 decides to make the long pattern, the period for making the precursor state is divided into five sections a1 to a5.
Further, the effect control means 83 determines the number of games and the effect scenario for the three sections a1, a3, and a5 from among predetermined ones.

Here, for the section a1, the number of games is always determined to be 8 games, and an effect scenario corresponding to the number of games is determined by lottery.
In addition, for the sections a3 and a5, the number of games is determined by lottery from 3 to 10 games. When the number of games in the sections a3 and a5 is determined, an effect scenario corresponding to the determined number of games is determined by lottery.

  At this time, the effect control means 83 selects an effect scenario according to the set AT game continuation probability (the winning probability of the AT continuation lottery). Thereby, according to the set AT game continuation probability, the contents of the effect in the precursor state are made different to suggest the continuation probability of the AT game to the player.

Here, the production control means 83 determines production scenarios including a series of continuous productions over a plurality of games, as production scenarios in the sections a3 and a5. For this reason, when the effect control means 83 determines to make a long pattern, it outputs a continuous effect twice in one sign state.
In addition, the effect control means 83 has an effect scenario that includes the continuous effect only once and an effect scenario that includes the continuous effect twice or more as the effect scenario of the section a5. Thus, the continuous production has a pattern that is continuously output a plurality of times.

  Then, when the relatively small number of games is determined as the number of games in the section a5, the effect control unit 83 determines an effect scenario that includes the continuous effect only once as the effect scenario in the section a5. On the other hand, when a relatively large number of games is determined as the number of games in the section a5, an effect scenario including two or more continuous effects is determined as an effect scenario in the section a5.

  Specifically, when the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 5 games or less, the effect control unit 83 uses a lottery table that determines an effect scenario including only one continuous effect as an option. I do. Thereby, the production scenario including the continuous production only once is determined as the production scenario of the section a5.

On the other hand, when the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 6 games or more, the effect control unit 83 draws effect scenarios using a lottery table in which an effect scenario including two or more continuous effects is selected as an option. Thereby, the production scenario including the continuous production twice or more is determined as the production scenario of the section a5.
Thus, the effect control means 83 switches the lottery table used for lottery of the effect scenario of the section a5 according to the determined number of games in the section a5.

  In addition, as a continuous effect, for example, a state in which a state in which a hero character and an enemy character are fighting is displayed over a plurality of times (for example, two to three times) can be cited. Also, in the Gase sign state, the hero character loses the battle at the end of the continuous production, while in the prelude state, the hero character defeats the enemy character and wins the battle at the end of the continuous production. Is displayed. Then, after displaying the appearance of the main character winning the battle, the bonus confirmation image is displayed. As a result, it is possible to notify the player that the game will shift to the AT game.

  Further, when a continuous effect is continuously output a plurality of times (for example, twice), in the first continuous effect, a state in which the main character and the enemy character are finally drawn in a battle is displayed. After that, the second continuous production is displayed, and in the harsh state, the hero character is finally shown losing the battle, while in this harbinger state, the hero character is ending the battle. .

In addition, when outputting the continuous production twice in the sign state, at the end of the first continuous production, it is displayed once that the main character loses the battle, and then the main character revives. The situation can be displayed, and at the end of the second continuous production, the appearance of the main character winning the battle can also be displayed.
In this way, by continuously outputting the continuous effect a plurality of times, it is possible to secure as much as possible the number of games until the bonus confirmation image display is performed, and it is possible to continue to give the player a sense of expectation. .

Further, when the effect control means 83 determines the number of games and the effect scenario for the sections a1, a3, a5, the period for setting the precursor state so that it is equal to or greater than the sum of the number of games of these sections and equal to or less than 38 games. The number of games M is determined.
At this time, the effect control means 83 refers to the determined number of games in the section a5 and determines the number M of games during the period in which the precursor state is set. In particular, when a relatively small number of games is determined as the number of games in the section a5, a relatively small number of games is also determined for the number of games M. On the other hand, when a relatively large number of games is determined as the number of games in the section a5, a relatively large number of games is also determined for the number of games M.

In addition, when the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 5 games or less, the effect control unit 83 determines the number of games M by lottery.
For example, assume that the number of games in the section a1 is determined as 8 games, the number of games in the section a3 is determined as 9 games, and the number of games in the section a5 is determined as 5 games. In this case, since the total value of the number of games in the sections a1, a3, and a5 is 22 games, the number M of games in the period of the precursor state is determined by lottery so that it is 22 games or more and 38 games or less.

  In addition, when it decides to make it a long pattern, the number M of games in the period to make a precursor state is decided by lottery from 31 to 38 games. For this reason, regardless of which of the 31 to 38 games is selected, the condition that is equal to or greater than the sum of the number of games in the sections a1, a3, and a5 and equal to or less than 38 games is satisfied.

Further, when the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 6 games or more, the effect control unit 83 determines the number of games M according to the number of games in the section a5.
For example, when the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 6 games, the number of games M is determined to be 33 games, and when the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 7 games, the number of games M is determined to be 34 games, When the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 8 games, the number of games M is determined to be 35 games. When the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 9 games, the number of games M is determined to be 36 games. When the number of games is determined to be 10 games, the number of games M is determined to be 37 games.

  As described above, when the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 6 games or more, an effect scenario including two or more continuous effects is determined. Therefore, when the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 6 games or more, by determining the number of games M corresponding to the number of games in the section a5, it is possible to smoothly output two or more continuous effects. I have to.

In addition, when the production control unit 83 decides to make the long pattern, the condition for determining the number of games M during the period of the precursor state is made different between the pre-sign state and the gasse pre-sign state.
In this precursor state, the production control means 83 determines 31 games with a probability of 15%, 32 games with a probability of 5%, and 33 to 37 games as the number of games M during the period of the precursor state. Determine with 15% probability and 38 games with 5% probability.

On the other hand, in the Gase precursor state, the production control means 83 determines 31 games with a probability of 50% as the number of games M during the precursor state, and does not select 32 games and plays 33 to 37 games. Each is determined with a probability of 10%, and 38 games are not selected.
As described above, the allocation of the period of the precursor state is different between the precursor state and the gasse precursor state, so that the player is suggested whether the precursor state or the gasse precursor state. In particular, when the number of games during the precursor state is 32 games or 38 games, the transition to the AT game is confirmed.

In addition, the effect control unit 83 determines the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 so that the sum of the number of games in all the sections in the period of the precursor state matches the number of games M.
Here, the effect control means 83 always sets the sum of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 to be less than the predetermined number of games (15 games) in the witness state. On the other hand, in this precursor state, the total value of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 may be 15 games or more. Even in this precursor state, the total value of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 may be less than 15 games. Thereby, when the total value of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 becomes 15 games or more, the transition to the AT game is finalized.

Therefore, the effect control unit 83 refers to the determined number of games in the section a5 and distributes the number of games in the sections a2 and a4.
Specifically, the effect control means 83 refers to the determined number of games in the section a5 in the pre-gase state, and the sum of the number of games and the number of games M in all the sections in the period to be in the pre-gase state. The number of games in the sections a2 and a4 is determined so that they match and the sum of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 is less than the predetermined number of games (15 games).

  At this time, the effect control means 83, among the combinations of the number of games in the sections a2 and a4, the sum of the number of games in all the sections matches the number of games M, and the sum of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5. Using the lottery table in which combinations with less than 15 games are selected as options, the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 are respectively determined.

  On the other hand, the effect control means 83 refers to the determined number of games in the section a5 in the precursor state, and the sum of the number of games in all the sections in the period to be in the precursor state matches the number of games M. As such, the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 is determined so that the total value of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 may be 15 games or more.

  At this time, the effect control means 83, among the combinations of the number of games in the sections a2 and a4, the sum of the number of games in all the sections matches the number of games M, and the sum of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5. Using the lottery table that includes combinations with 15 or more games as options, the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 is determined.

For example, the number of games in the section a1 is determined to be 8 games, the number of games in the section a3 is determined to be 9 games, the number of games in the section a5 is determined to be 10 games, and the number of games M in the period of the precursor state is 37 games. Suppose that In this case, since 37 games− (8 games + 9 games + 10 games) = 10 games, the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 is determined so that the sum of the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 is 10. To do.
When the total value of the sections a2 and a4 is 10 games, there are nine combinations (1,9) to (9,1) of the number of games in the sections a2 and a4.

In addition, in the prelude state, the total number of games in the sections a4 and a5 is less than 15 games, while in the prelude state, the total number of games in the sections a4 and a5 is 15 games or more. So that the number of games in sections a2 and a4 is determined.
For this reason, there are four combinations of (6, 4), (7, 3), (8, 2), and (9, 1) for the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 in the predicament state.
In this case, the effect control means 83 selects four combinations (6, 4), (7, 3), (8, 2), and (9, 1) as combinations of the number of games in the sections a2 and a4. One of these four combinations is selected using the lottery table determined as follows. As a result, the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 are determined.

On the other hand, in this precursor state, the combined value of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 may be 15 games or more, or may be less than 15 games, so the combination of the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 is There are nine (1,9) to (9,1).
In this case, the effect control means 83 uses a lottery table in which nine options from (1, 9) to (9, 1) are selected as combinations of the number of games in the sections a2 and a4. Select one of the combinations. As a result, the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 are determined.

In addition, in the case of a harsh precursor state, since the total value of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 is less than 15 games, a relatively small number of games may be determined as the number of games in the section a4. A relatively large number of games may be determined.
In addition, in the case of a pre-gase state, since a relatively small number of games may be determined as the number of games M during the period of pre-gase state, both of the numbers of games in the sections a2 and a4 are relatively small. Sometimes it is decided.
On the other hand, in the case of this precursor state, since the total value of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 may be 15 games or more, a relatively large number of games may be determined as the number of games in the section a4. A relatively small number of games may be determined as the number of games.

The effect control means 83 may distribute the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 with reference to the determined number of games in the section a3.
For example, in the gaseous sign state, the number of games in the determined section a3 is referred to, so that the sum of the number of games in all the sections in the period to be in the gassey sign state matches the number of games M, and the sections a1 to a1. The number of games in the sections a2 and a4 may be determined so that the total value of the number of games in a3 exceeds a predetermined reference value.

Further, in this precursor state, the number of games in the determined section a3 is referred to, so that the sum of the number of games in all sections in the period to be in the precursor state and the number of games M match, and the sections a1 to a1. The number of games in the sections a2 and a4 may be determined so that the total value of the number of games in a3 may be a predetermined reference value or less.
Even in this case, the total value of the number of games in the sections a4 and a5 is always less than 15 games in the prelude state, and the total number of games in the sections a4 and a5 is 15 games or more in this precursor state. Can be there.

  In addition, the production control means 83 makes the production scene a unique scene in the sections a4 and a5. For example, in the sections a1 to a3, the background is daytime, and in the sections a4 and a5, the background is nighttime. Thus, when the transition from the section a3 to the section a4, the scene of the effect changes to a unique scene, so that the player knows that the section a3 has shifted to the section a4. Then, when the number of games in a specific scene becomes 15 games or more, the transition to the AT game is confirmed.

In addition, when the number of games in the sections a2 and a4 is determined, the effect control unit 83 determines the contents of effects corresponding to the determined number of games by lottery.
Note that the sections a3 and a5 are sections to be shown and output an effect of exciting content. On the other hand, the sections a2 and a4 are connected sections and output effects with contents corresponding to the gaming state.

In addition, the effect control means 83 first determines the number of games in the sections a1, a3, and a5, then determines the number of games M in the period of the precursor state, and then determines the number of games in the sections a2 and a4. Decide each. Therefore, when the sections a3 and a5 are long, the sections a2 and a4 are shortened. Conversely, when the sections a3 and a5 are short, the sections a2 and a4 are long.
Then, the effect control means 83 shifts to the precursor state when the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 or N2 reaches the number of games M, and then effects over the number of games M and according to the determined scenario. Will be output.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the number of games in the period of the precursor state can be changed between 1 to 38 games instead of 38 games being fixed. Further, even if the number of games in the period of the precursor state is changed, the timing of the end of the precursor state and the timing of starting the AT game can be matched. In addition, since it is possible to output an effect corresponding to the period of the precursor state, it is possible to develop a story along the flow of the game, such as outputting an exciting scene at an appropriate timing.

Next, the flow of processing related to the control of the precursor state will be described based on the flowchart shown in FIG.
In step S61 in FIG. 18, the effect control means 83 determines whether or not the count value of the main release counter 81a is “38”. If it is determined that the value is “38”, the process proceeds to step S66. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not “38”, the process proceeds to the next step S62.

In step S62, the effect control means 83 determines whether or not the count value of the gasase release counter 81b is “38”. If it is determined that the value is “38”, the process proceeds to the next step S63. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not “38”, the processing according to this flowchart is terminated.
In step S63, the effect control unit 83 determines whether or not the count value of the release counter 81a is “75” or less. If it is determined that the value is “75” or less, the process proceeds to the next step S64. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not less than “75”, the process proceeds to step S67.

  In step S64, the effect control means 83 performs a lottery to select whether to make a harsh precursor state or to enter the present harbinger state without being in the harsh precursor state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step S65, and the effect control means 83 determines whether or not it has been selected to set the present sign state. If it is determined that the sign state has been selected, the process proceeds to the next step S66. On the other hand, when it is determined that it has been selected to set the harsh precursor state, the process proceeds to step S67.

In step S66, the production control means 83 decides to set the present sign state. Then, the process proceeds to step S68.
In step S67, the production control means 83 decides to enter the harsh sign state. Then, the process proceeds to step S68.

In step S68, the effect control means 83 performs a lottery to select either a short pattern, a middle pattern, or a long pattern. Then, the process proceeds to next Step S69.
In step S69, the production control means 83 determines whether or not the short pattern has been selected. When it is determined that the short pattern has been selected, the process proceeds to the next step S70, and when it has been determined that the short pattern has not been selected. Advances to step S71.

In step S70, the effect control means 83 determines the number of games M corresponding to the short pattern and the effect scenario corresponding to the determined number of games M. Then, the process proceeds to step S74.
In step S71, the production control unit 83 determines whether or not the middle pattern has been selected. When it is determined that the middle pattern has been selected, the process proceeds to the next step S72, and when it has been determined that the middle pattern has not been selected. Advances to step S73.

In step S72, the effect control means 83 determines the number of games M corresponding to the middle pattern and the effect scenario corresponding to the determined number of games M. Then, the process proceeds to step S74.
In step S73, the effect control unit 83 determines the number of games M corresponding to the long pattern and also determines the effect scenario corresponding to the determined number of games M. Then, the process proceeds to step S74.

In step S74, the effect control means 83 continues to determine whether or not the count value of the main cancellation counter 81a or the gasase cancellation counter 81b has become “M”. That is, it continues to determine whether or not the number of games reaches the number of games M until reaching the number of games N1 or N2.
When it is determined that “M” has been reached, the process proceeds to the next step S75, where the effect control means 83 shifts to the pre-sign state or the pre-gase state, and then over the number of games M and according to the determined effect scenario. , Output the production. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

Note that the lamp 21, the speaker 22, and the image display device 23 are controlled on the sub-control means 80 side, not on the main control means 50 side.
However, the freeze is controlled on the main control means 50 side.
However, when the freeze is executed, a signal to that effect is transmitted from the main control means 50 to the sub-control means 80, and image display and the like during the execution of the freeze are controlled by the sub-control means 80 side. In this way, the effect control unit 83 displays an effect image corresponding to the freeze on the image display device 23.

As mentioned above, although one Embodiment of this invention was described, this invention is not limited to embodiment mentioned above, The following various deformation | transformation are possible.
(1) In the above embodiment, the external signal control means 71 controls to output an AT signal when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “4” (the specified number of times C1). When the notification control means 82 decides not to output the AT signal, the first to 27th replays are won until the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “2” (the specified number of times C2). In the game, the push order T2 may not be notified, and when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “2” (the prescribed number of times C2), Control was performed so as to notify the order T2.

However, the specified number of times C1 may be “2” or more, and is not limited to “4”.
Further, the specified number of times C2 may be “1” or more and less than C1, and is not limited to “2”.
That is, C1 ≧ 2 and C1> C2 ≧ 1 may be satisfied.

(2) In the above embodiment, the external signal control means 71 resets the count value of the AT signal counter 71b when operated in the pushing order T2.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the external signal control means 71 may subtract a predetermined value (for example, “1”) from the count value of the AT signal counter 71b when operated in the pressing order T2.

  (3) In the above embodiment, the external signal control means 71 maintains the output state of the AT signal except when the on condition or the off condition is satisfied. That is, if the output of the AT signal is on, the on state is maintained, and if the output of the AT signal is off, the off state is maintained. For this reason, after turning on the output of the AT signal, the external signal control means 71 remains on until the off condition is satisfied.

However, not limited to this, the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the AT signal when the ON condition of the output of the AT signal is satisfied, and outputs the AT signal after a predetermined time (for example, 1,000 ms) has elapsed. May be turned off. That is, the AT signal may be a pulse signal having a pulse width of a predetermined time.
In this case, when shifting from a non-AT game to an AT game and when continuing an AT game, it is decided to output an AT signal, and after the output of the AT signal, whether to shift from a non-AT game to an AT game. Alternatively, it may be determined that the AT signal is not output until the AT game is continued.

  (4) In the above embodiment, the external signal control means 71 turns off the output of the AT signal when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b changes from “3” to “4” when the first to 27th replays are won. The AT signal output was turned on when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b changed from “4” to “0” when the 1st to 27th replay was won.

However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the AT signal when the count value of the AT signal counter 71b reaches “4” (the specified number of times C1), or the pulse signal An AT signal may be output.
In this case, when the number of games in which the stop switch 42 is operated in the pushing order T1 in the game won in the 1st to 27th replays reaches “4” (the specified number of times C2), the external signal control means 71 The signal output is turned on or a pulsed AT signal is output.

(5) In the above embodiment, the symbol combination corresponding to the replay 02 (the symbol combination Q1) is set to “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “Bell” − “Watermelon”. In addition, the symbol combination corresponding to the replay 01 (the symbol combination Q2) is set to “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “RP1 / RP2 / RP3”. That is, a plurality of types of symbol combinations were set as symbol combinations Q1 and Q2, respectively.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and one type of symbol combination may be set as each of the symbol combinations Q1 and Q2. For example, the symbol combination Q1 may be set to “RP”-“bell”-“watermelon”, and the symbol combination Q2 may be set to “RP”-“RP”-“RP”.

(6) In the above embodiment, when the replay 02 wins, the freeze is started, and when the bet switch 40 is operated after that, the freeze is ended and the medal is automatically inserted to replay the player. I did it.
However, when the replay 02 wins, a medal may be automatically inserted and the player replayed without performing freeze.

(7) In the above embodiment, the sub game state control means 81 sets the number of games N1 (the number of released games) until the AT game can be started at the end of the AT game or when the set value is changed. Separately from the number of games N1, N2 (number of games to be released) was set.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the sub game state control means 81 may set the game times N1 and N2 only at the end of the AT game, and may not set the game times N1 and N2 when the set value is changed. Further, the sub game state control means 81 may set the game times N1 and N2 when the slot machine 10 is turned on in addition to the end of the AT game and the change of the set value. That is, the predetermined number of times for setting the number of games N1 and N2 can be set as appropriate.

  (8) In the above embodiment, the sub game state control means 81 sets a plurality of game times N2. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of game times N2 to be set may be one.

(9) In the above embodiment, the sub game state control means 81 sets the game times N1 and N2 at a predetermined time, and allows the AT game to start when the game number N1 is consumed.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the main game state control means 69 may set the number of games N1 and N2 at a predetermined time and start the RT game when the number of games N1 is consumed.

(10) In the above embodiment, the sub game state control means 81 sets the AT game continuation probability (winning probability of AT continuous lottery) when setting the number of games N1 and N2.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the sub game state control means 81 may not set the AT game continuation probability when setting the number of games N1 and N2, but may set the AT game continuation probability at the start of the AT game. Good.

(11) In the above embodiment, the sub game state control means 81 changes the set AT game continuation probability according to the game result until the game number N1 is reached.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and after the sub game state control means 81 once sets the AT game continuation probability, it may not change until the next AT game continuation probability is set.

(12) In the above embodiment, the sub game state control means 81 has reached 38 games until the number of games N1 or N2 is reached (the count value of the main release counter 81a or the gasset release counter 81b is “38”. ”), It is determined to be in a specific performance state (this precursor state or a prelude state) that suggests transition to a specific game (AT game).
However, the number of games determined to be in the specific performance state is not limited to 38 games and can be set as appropriate. Therefore, the number of games during the period of the specific effect state is not limited to 38 games at the maximum and can be set as appropriate.

(13) In the above embodiment, when the production control means 83 decides to make the long pattern, the period of making the specific production state (the present precursor state or the harsh precursor state) is set to five sections a1 to a5. It was divided into. First, the number of games and the production scenario for the sections a1, a3, and a5 are determined.
However, the number of sections to be divided is not limited to five, and can be set as appropriate as long as it is three or more. That is, the effect control means 83 may divide into sections a1, a2,..., An (n ≧ 3). In this case, the effect control means 83 may determine the number of games and the effect scenario in a part of the section including at least a1 and an.

  (14) In the embodiment described above, there are cases where an advantageous game result can be obtained by the pushing order of the stop switch 42 and cases where the advantageous result cannot be obtained, and during the AT game, the pushing order of the stop switch 42 that is advantageous to the player is set. By notifying, the player can obtain an advantageous game result by operating the stop switch 42 in accordance with the notified pressing order. That is, the so-called “push order AT” was set.

However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, there are cases where an advantageous game result can be obtained depending on the operation timing of the stop switch 42, and cases where an advantageous game result cannot be obtained. By notifying (such as a symbol aimed at the active line), the player may be able to obtain an advantageous game result by operating the stop switch 42 according to the notification. In other words, a so-called “mesh AT” may be used.
In addition, an advantageous game result can be obtained when both conditions of pushing order and operation timing are satisfied. During an AT game, the pushing order and operation timing of the stop switch 42 that are advantageous to the player are set. You may make it alert | report.

(15) In the above embodiment, among the first to 56th bells (pushing order bells), when the first or 38th bell is won, the first left stop is in the correct pushing order, but other bells are won. Occasionally, the first left stop was set to be in the wrong answer pressing order.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the 1st to 56th bells are won, the first left stop may be set so as to always be in the wrong answer pressing order. In other words, when the stop switch 42 is operated in the first left stop, the bell 01 or 02 may not be awarded when the pushing order bell is won.

(16) For example, freezes of a plurality of patterns having different durations and operation modes are set.
Specifically, the progress of the game is stopped for 1 second, while the freeze A causes the three reels 31 to vibrate in the meantime, the progress of the game is stopped for 3 seconds, and the three reels 31 are simultaneously reversely rotated during that time. Freeze B, the progress of the game is stopped for 5 seconds, and during that time, freeze C is set to reversely rotate the reel 31 in the order of left → middle → right.

When a freeze A occurs, no bonus is given to the player, but when a freeze B occurs, the number of remaining AT games is added (added) by 50 games, and a freeze C occurs. Adds (adds) the remaining number of AT games to 100 games.
Thus, the size of the privilege to be given to the player may be varied according to the mode of freezing.

(17) In the above embodiment, during the AT game, when the replay C group is won by the role lottery means 61, the special game lottery is performed, and when the special game lottery is won, the next game is matched with "Red 7". The special game which gives a privilege to a player according to the number of times is stopped is started. When the predetermined number of games (10 games) is consumed during the special game, the special game is terminated.
However, the conditions for performing the special game lottery, the conditions for starting the special game, the conditions for ending the special game, and the conditions for granting the privilege are merely examples, and are not limited thereto.

For example, conditions for performing a special game lottery such as winning a specific role in the role lottery means 61 during an AT game, winning a specific role, or displaying a specific stopout, Various game start conditions can be set.
Also, for example, depending on the number of winning combinations and the number of winnings that can stop the “Red 7” assortment when pressed backward, the size of the privilege to be given to the player can be varied.
Furthermore, for example, the special game can be ended when the number of wins and the number of winnings for a specific combination in the special game are equal to or greater than a predetermined number.

(18) In the above embodiment, during the special game, the notification control means 82 wins a replay in which three “red 7” s can be aligned on a straight line when pressed backwards, and “red 7” when pressed backwards. In both cases, when the replay that can be tempered, but the three are not aligned, was notified that the stop switch 42 should be operated by reverse pressing.
However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, during the special game, the notification control means 82 pushes the stop switch 42 in the reverse direction when three “red 7” s are arranged in a straight line when they are pushed backward. Notify that the operation should be performed by pressing the stop switch 42 in reverse when the replay is selected. Also good.

  (19) In the above embodiment, when a replay is won in a non-internal game, the replay wins in any push order, but the combination of symbols that stop at the active line L differs depending on the push order. For example, when the eleventh replay is won in the non-internal middle game, the symbol combination corresponding to the replay 10 at the first left stop, and the symbol combination corresponding to the replay 14 at the first middle stop is the first right stop. Sometimes a combination of symbols corresponding to the replay 24 can be stopped on the active line L.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when a replay is won in a non-internal medium game, “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “RP1 / RP2 / RP3 "-" RP1 / RP2 / RP3 "may stop at the effective line L. That is, when a replay is won in a non-internal middle game, the “cherry” of the left reel 31 does not stop in the middle stage even if the stop switch 42 is operated in the first left stop. Even if 42 is operated, the three “red 7” s may not be aligned on a straight line.

  (20) In the above embodiment, in the game won in the replay C group, when the stop switch 42 is operated with the middle first stop, the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay 14 always stops on the active line L. did. However, if it does in this way, an expert will know that it is the game which won the replay which can stop "Cherry" by the left first stop.

  Therefore, for example, the replay 01 is repeatedly won for all replays. Then, in the game won for replay, when the stop switch 42 is operated in a pressing order other than the first left stop and reverse pressing, that is, the stop switch in a pressing order other than the pressing order in which a characteristic stop appearance can be displayed. When 42 is operated, “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” − “RP1 / RP2 / RP3” corresponding to the replay 01 is always stopped on the active line L. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the skilled person from knowing that the game is won in the replay in which a characteristic stop appearance can be displayed.

  In addition, each modification of said (1)-(20) is not restricted to the case where it applies individually, respectively, These can also be combined suitably and can be applied.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 Slot machine 11 Display window 21 Lamp 22 Speaker 23 Image display apparatus 31 Reel 32 Motor 40 Bet switch 41 Start switch 42 Stop switch 43 Medal slot 44 Setting change switch 50 Main control means 60 Setting value change means 60a Setting value storage means 61 Role lottery means 62 (62A to 62C) Role lottery table 63 Winning flag control means 63a Winning flag 64 Reel control means 64a Push order detection means 65 Stop position determination table 66 Stop symbol judgment means 67 Discharge means 68 Special game control means 69 Main game State control means 70 Freeze control means 71 External signal control means 71a Push order determining means 71b AT signal counter 80 Sub control means 81 Sub gaming state control means 81a Main release counter 81b Gase release Counter 82 Notification control means 83 Production control means 100 External terminal board 110 Game history display device L Effective line (design combination line)

Claims (6)

A game state control means for controlling a transition between a normal game and a specific game that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game;
Production control means for controlling the output of the production,
The gaming state control means sets the number of games N1 from the predetermined time until the specific game can be started, and sets the number of games N2 separately from the number of games N1,
Whenever the game is performed, the effect control means determines whether or not the number of games until reaching the number of games N1 or N2 has reached a predetermined number, and when determining that the predetermined number has been reached, A slot machine, wherein at least a part of the predetermined number of periods is controlled to be in a specific performance state that suggests transition to the specific game. In claim 1,
When it is determined that the number of games until the number of games N2 has reached the predetermined number of times, the effect control means determines whether or not the number of games from that point in time to the number of games N1 is within a specified number of times. When it is determined that the number of games is within the specified number of times, at least a part of the predetermined number of times until the number of games N2 is reached is set to the specific performance state or until the number of games N1 is reached. When the number of games reaches the predetermined number, the slot machine is controlled so that at least a part of the predetermined number of periods from the game is set to the specific effect state. In claim 1 or claim 2,
The gaming state control means is capable of continuously executing the specific game a plurality of times and controlling the probability of the specific game to be set when the number of games N1 is set,
The effect control means changes the content of the specific effect state according to the set continuation probability. In claim 3,
The slot machine characterized in that the game state control means changes the set continuation probability according to a game result until the game number N1 is reached. In any one of Claim 1 to Claim 4,
Setting value storage means for storing any one of a plurality of setting values for determining an expected value of the number of payouts with respect to the number of game media inserted;
The slot machine characterized in that the game state control means sets the number of games N1 and N2 separately at the end of the specific game or when the set value is changed. In any one of Claim 1-5,
The gaming state control means sets a plurality of game times N2 separately, respectively.

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