JP2015154847A - slot machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a slot machine that can prevent a restriction to a designing of game value grant rates in an advantageous state.

SOLUTION: When in a normal game state in which either one of special winning combinations of CB1 and CB2, winning is not being carried over, or in CB1 or CB2, the game becomes in a normal state in which the game cannot be controlled to AT games. Also, when in a CB1 existing inside state in which a CB1 winning is being carried over, the game becomes in a normal state in which the game cannot be controlled to the AT games too. However, in a CB2 existing inside state in which a CB2 winning is being carried over, a winning rate of a replay winning combination becomes higher than in the normal game state or in the CB1 existing inside state. In the CB2 existing inside state, the game becomes an advantageous state of an ART that can be controlled to the AT.

COPYRIGHT: (C)2015,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention includes a variable display unit capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable. After the variable display unit is variably displayed, the display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit. The present invention relates to a slot machine capable of generating a winning according to the display result.

  A slot machine generally has a plurality of (usually three) reels with a plurality of types of symbols as identification information drawn on the outer periphery. First, a bet number is set by a player's BET operation and specified. When the start operation is performed in a state where the number of bets is set, the rotation of the reels is started, and the rotation is stopped by operating the stop switch provided for each reel. When all reels stop rotating, a winning combination is generated when a predetermined winning symbol combination (for example, 7-7-7, hereinafter referred to as a symbol combination) is arranged on the winning line. To do. That is, the game is advanced by the player's operation.

  For these winning combinations, a special role (for example, a bonus) accompanied by a transition to a special gaming state advantageous to the player, a small role accompanied by a game value such as a medal, or a game without using the game value is used. There is a re-playing role with a re-playing grant that can be played. These winning combinations are generally those that allow the winning combination to be awarded on the condition that a winning lottery performed simultaneously with the start operation is won.

  Among these slot machines, if a special role is won but cannot be won, the winning status of the special role will be carried over, and the winning value of the re-playing role will be further improved. In this slot machine, it is controlled to AT (assist time) that performs the effect to make it easier to win a small role when carrying over the special role winning situation. By doing so, the player is made to be in an advantageous state (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Patent No. 5358800

  However, in the slot machines as described above, regardless of whether or not it is in an advantageous state, when the special game winning status is carried over, the winning probability of the re-gamer is improved uniformly, so the advantageous state However, there is a problem that the game value grant rate is maintained high even in the normal state, and the design of the game value grant rate in the advantageous state is limited.

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a slot machine capable of preventing the design of the game value grant rate in an advantageous state from being restricted. It is.

(1) A variable display section (for example, reels 2L, 2C, and 2R) that can variably display a plurality of types of identification information that can each be identified,
In the slot machine (for example, slot machine 1) in which a winning result can be generated according to the display result after the variable display portion is variably displayed, the display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display portion.
Before the display result is derived, a plurality of types of special prizes (for example, special roles such as CB1, CB2, etc.) accompanied by a transition of the gaming state and the player can play the next game without using the gaming value. Pre-determining means (for example, by the main control unit 41) that determines whether or not to allow a plurality of types of winnings including a re-game winning (for example, a re-gamer such as a middle stage replay) that sets a possible bet Process to execute internal lottery),
When it is determined by the pre-decision means that any one of the multiple types of special prizes is allowed to be generated, and the special prize allowed by the determination cannot be generated, the determination (special A carry-over means (for example, a process for carrying over the winning of a special role by the main control unit 41) carrying over the winning combination flag) after the next game;
State control means (for example, controlled to RT by the main control unit 41 and controlled by the main control unit 41) and controlled to a normal state (for example, non-AT) and an advantageous state (for example, ART) more advantageous than the normal state. And processing to be controlled by the AT.
The pre-determining means has a second priority than when the decision to allow the occurrence of a first special prize (for example, CB1) among the plurality of types of special prizes is carried forward (for example, inside CB1). When the decision to allow the occurrence of a special prize (for example, CB2) is carried over (for example, inside the CB2), it is determined with a high probability that the occurrence of the re-game prize is permitted (for example, FIG. As shown in FIG. 9, the winning probability of the re-gamer is higher in the inside of CB2 than in the inside of CB1),
The state control means includes
When the decision to allow the occurrence of any of the plurality of types of special winnings has not been carried forward (for example, the normal gaming state, CB1, 2), or the occurrence of the first special winning is permitted Control to the normal state when the decision to effect is carried over and when the decision to allow the occurrence of the second special prize is not carried over (for example, inside the CB1),
When the decision to allow the occurrence of the second special prize is carried over and when the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special prize is not carried over (for example, inside the CB2) It can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, as shown in FIG. 9 and FIG. 16, it can be controlled to AT only inside CB2).

  According to such a configuration, when the decision to allow the occurrence of any special prize is not carried over or when the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special prize is carried over, the normal state is set. While it is controllable, the second special prize is allowed to be generated with a higher probability of decision to allow the occurrence of the re-game prize than when the decision to allow the first special prize is carried over. It can be controlled to an advantageous state when the decision to carry over is carried over. In this way, depending on whether or not the probability of occurrence of a re-game winning is increased, whether or not to be in an advantageous state changes, so that the game value grant rate is maintained high even in the normal state Thus, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the design of the game value grant rate in the advantageous state is limited.

  “When the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special prize is carried over” means that the game state is different from the game after the game in which the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special prize is carried over It may be when the game state (for example, inside CB1 etc.) is entered and the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special prize is carried over, or the occurrence of the first special prize is permitted. The game state may not change from the game next to the game that has been carried over, and the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special prize may be carried over.

  “When the decision to allow the occurrence of the second special prize is carried over” means that the game state is different from the game after the game in which the decision to allow the occurrence of the second special prize is carried over It may be when the game state (for example, inside of CB2) is entered and the decision to allow the generation of the second special prize is carried over, or the generation of the second special prize is permitted. It may be when the game state has not changed from the game next to the game carried over and the decision to allow the occurrence of the second special prize is carried over.

  Note that “winning” means giving a predetermined value. The predetermined value includes, for example, a game value used for setting a bet number, a transition of a gaming state, and a bet number setting that allows a player to play the next game without using the game value. It is. On the other hand, “non-winning” means that at least a gaming value is not given, and when a so-called missed display result is derived, it becomes “non-winning”.

(2) In the slot machine of (1) above,
The slot machine can play a game using either a first predetermined amount of gaming value (for example, 3 BET) and a second predetermined amount of gaming value (for example, 2 BET),
The pre-determining means includes
In a game performed using the first predetermined amount of gaming value, the fact that the first special prize is allowed to be generated is determined with a higher probability than the second special prize is allowed (for example, CB1 wins with a higher probability than CB2 when a game is played with 3BET in the normal gaming state),
In a game played using the second predetermined amount of gaming value, the fact that the second special prize is allowed to be generated is determined with a higher probability than the first special prize is allowed (for example, CB2 wins with a higher probability than CB1 when a game is played with 2BET in the normal gaming state)
The slot machine suggests that the game is performed using the second predetermined amount of gaming value before being controlled to the advantageous state by the state control means (for example, 2BET navigation by the sub-control unit 91). Is further included.

  According to such a configuration, the probability of occurrence of the first special prize and the second special prize differs according to the amount of game value used when playing the game, and the second special prize is controlled before being controlled to the advantageous state. It is suggested that the game is played using the second predetermined amount of gaming value that increases the probability of winning. Thereby, it is possible to cause the player to play a game using an appropriate amount of game value depending on the state to be controlled in the normal state and the advantageous state.

(3) In the slot machine of (1) or (2) above,
In the first special game state that shifts when the first special prize is generated and the second special game state that shifts when the second special prize occurs, the gaming value obtained by the player is not increased or decreased. (For example, in CB1 and CB2, the medal payout rate is 100%, and the number of medals obtained by the player does not increase or decrease).

  According to such a configuration, in the first special game state and the second special game state, the game value obtained by the player does not increase or decrease. There is no limitation due to the transition to the 1 special game state and the second special game state, and the degree of freedom in designing the game value grant rate is improved.

(4) In the slot machine of any of (1) to (3) above,
In the first special game state that shifts when the first special prize is generated and the second special game state that shifts when the second special prize occurs, the gaming value used when playing the game The amount is the same (for example, as shown in FIGS. 9 and 16, in CB1 and CB2, the game is played with 2BET).

  According to such a configuration, since the amount of game value used when playing the game is the same in the first special gaming state and the second special gaming state, the processing when playing the game is simplified. be able to.

(5) In the slot machine of any of (1) to (4) above,
In the first special game state that shifts when the first special prize is generated and the second special game state that shifts when the second special prize occurs, a lottery means (for example, sub A process of executing a navigation stock lottery by the controller 91).

  According to such a configuration, when the first special prize or the second special prize occurs, not only the first special game state or the second special game state is entered, but also a lottery of a privilege is performed. , You can improve the fun of the game.

(6) In the slot machine of any of (1) to (5) above,
Derivation operation means (for example, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R) operated when deriving the display result;
Derivation control means (for example, reel rotation processing by the main control unit 41) for performing control for deriving a display result in accordance with the determination result by the prior determination means and the operation of the derivation operation means;
Special gaming state control means (for example, processing to control to CB by the main control unit 41) for controlling to a special gaming state (for example, CB) when the special winning occurs,
The pre-determining means further determines whether or not to allow the generation of a prize to be awarded (for example, a small role) accompanied by a game value among the plurality of types of prizes,
When the award is generated in a gaming state other than the special gaming state, a first award (e.g., 8 medals are paid out) accompanied by a gaming value more than a predetermined amount (e.g., 2). And a second prize winning (for example, 1) that is accompanied by a gaming value (for example, one piece) less than the predetermined amount when it occurs in a gaming state other than the special gaming state. A small part such as one bell from which a medal is paid out)
In the special gaming state, all types of prizes including the first prize and the second prize are always allowed to be generated (for example, all small roles are elected), while the prize is awarded. Is a gaming state in which the predetermined amount of gaming value is given regardless of the type of the winning prize,
The derivation control means performs control for deriving the display result corresponding to the second award winning in preference to the display result corresponding to the second award winning in the special gaming state (for example, the number of payouts) A small role with a small number of payouts is given priority over a small number with a large number).

  According to such a configuration, in the special gaming state, the generation of all types of prizes including the first prize and the second prize is always allowed. Regardless of the value, the gaming value to be given is limited to a predetermined number, so that gambling in the special gaming state does not increase too much. Furthermore, it occurs in a gaming state other than the special gaming state rather than a display result in which a second award winning in which a gaming value greater than a predetermined amount is given by occurring in a gaming state other than the special gaming state occurs. Since the display result in which the first award winning in which a gaming value of a predetermined amount or less is given is generated is preferentially derived, the gaming value that can be given in one game in the special gaming state is a game other than the special gaming state. Even if it is set to be less than the gaming value that can be given in one game in the state, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling lost.

(7) In the slot machine of any of (1) to (6) above,
Appropriate state (for example, inside of CB1) in which the game can proceed and the rate of increase / decrease in game value (for example, medal payout rate) based on a predetermined design value (for example, set value) is secured. And the inside of CB2) and any of a plurality of states including a state in which the game can proceed and an inappropriate state that is not the appropriate state (for example, the normal gaming state (1) shown in FIG. 16). Controllable gaming state control means;
Delay control means (for example, the main control unit 41) that executes delay control (for example, freeze control) that delays the progress of the game when the delay condition is satisfied (for example, when a winning combination in the Navistock lottery is won) And a process of performing freeze by
The delay control means restricts execution of the delay control when the gaming state control means is controlled to the inappropriate state (for example, freezing is not executed in the normal gaming state (1)).

  According to such a configuration, in the improper state, the execution of the delay control that delays the progress of the game is restricted. For example, the store clerk performs the work of shifting the gaming state from the improper state to the appropriate state. Sometimes, the work time due to delay control is not increased.

It is a front view of the slot machine of this embodiment. It is a perspective view which shows the internal structure of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement | sequence of a reel. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a slot machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of a main control part. It is a figure for demonstrating the technical matter relevant to the kind of special combination, the symbol combination of a special combination, and a special combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the technical matter relevant to the kind of small combination and re-playing combination, the symbol combination of a small combination and re-playing combination, and a small combination and re-playing combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the transition of a gaming state. It is a figure which shows the outline | summary of a game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery object combination read as a lottery object role for every game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the lottery object combination read as a lottery object role for every game state. It is a figure for demonstrating the combination of the combination which a prize is permitted by a lottery object combination. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of several small part winning. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of several small part winning. It is a figure for demonstrating the reel control at the time of winning of CB1 and CB2. It is a figure for demonstrating the relationship between the transition of a game state, and an effect. It is a figure for demonstrating the production contents by a sub control part.

  An example of an embodiment for implementing the slot machine according to the present invention will be described below based on the embodiment.

[Configuration of slot machine]
An embodiment of a slot machine to which the present invention is applied will be described with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 2, the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment includes a housing 1a having an open front surface, and the housing 1a. It is comprised from the front door 1b pivotally supported by the side end of this.

  As shown in FIG. 2, inside the casing 1a of the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, reels 2L, 2C, and 2R (hereinafter, left reel, middle reel, right As shown in FIG. 1, three consecutive symbols among the symbols arranged on the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are provided from a see-through window 3 provided on the front door 1b. Arranged to be visible.

  As shown in FIG. 3, “red 7”, “blue 7”, “white 7”, “BAR”, “watermelon”, “cherry a”, “cherry” are respectively provided on the outer peripheral portions of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R. A plurality of types of mutually distinguishable symbols such as “b”, “bell”, “replay”, and “plum” are drawn in a predetermined order. The symbols drawn on the outer peripheries of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are displayed in upper, middle, and lower three stages in the see-through window 3 provided at the approximate center of the reel panel of the front door 1b. In the following, “red 7”, “blue 7”, and “white 7” may be collectively referred to simply as “7”, “cherry a”, and “cherry b” as simply “cherry”.

  The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated by reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R (see FIG. 4) provided in correspondence with each other, so that the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are continuous with the see-through window 3. While the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped rotating, three consecutive symbols are derived and displayed on the fluoroscopic window 3 as display results.

  Inside the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R that detect a reference position for each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and a reel LED 55 that irradiates the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R from the back side. Is provided. The reel LED 55 includes 12 LEDs corresponding to three consecutive symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, and can irradiate each symbol independently.

  At the position corresponding to each of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R on the front door 1b, a horizontally-long rectangular see-through window 3 that allows the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R to be seen through from the front side is provided. The reels 2L, 2C, and 2R can be visually recognized from the player side.

  As shown in FIG. 1, on the front door 1b, there are a medal insertion portion 4 into which medals can be inserted, a medal payout exit 9 from which medals are paid out, and credits (the number of medals stored as a player's own game value). The maximum bet number among the specified number of bets determined in accordance with the game state within the range (in this embodiment, 3 as the normal game state and the specified number in the inside of CB 1 and 2 described later, The normal betting state, the inside of CB2, and the MAXBET switch 6 that is operated when setting 2) as the prescribed number of CB1 and 2, the medals stored as credits and the medals used for setting the number of bets are settled ( A settlement switch 10 that is operated when the credits and the number of medals used for setting the bet are returned), a start switch 7 that is operated when the game is started, and a reel 2 , 2C, stop switch 8L is operated to stop each rotation of the 2R, 8C, 8R, Produce switch 56 for use in the effect are provided operable by the player. Hereinafter, setting a predetermined number of bets is also referred to as a BET. For example, setting 2 as the specified number of bets is also referred to as 2 BET, and setting 3 as the specified number of bets is also referred to as 3 BET.

  In the present embodiment, among the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R that have started to rotate, the reel that stops first is referred to as a first stop reel, and the stop is referred to as a first stop. Similarly, the reel that stops second is called the second stop reel, the stop is called second stop, the reel that stops third is called the third stop reel, and the stop is the third stop. Alternatively, it is called final stop.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the front door 1b shows a credit indicator 11 for displaying the number of medals stored as credits, the number of medals paid out due to the occurrence of a winning, and the contents when an error occurs. An auxiliary game indicator 12 for displaying an error code, 1 BETLED 14 for notifying that the bet number is set to 1 by lighting, 2 BETLED 15 for notifying that the bet number is set to 2, and 3 betting numbers are set A 3BET LED 16 for notifying that the game has been performed, an insertion request LED 17 for notifying that a medal can be inserted by lighting, and a start valid LED 18 for notifying that the game start operation by operating the start switch 7 is effective. , Wait (reel rotation has not started since a certain period of time has not elapsed since the start of the previous game) The game display section 13 is provided with a waiting LED 19 for informing that it is in a waiting state) and a replaying LED 20 for informing that a replay game is in progress, which will be described later. .

  Inside the MAXBET switch 6, there is provided a BET switch valid LED 21 (see FIG. 4) for notifying that the setting operation of the bet amount by the operation of the MAXBET switch 6 is valid, and stop switches 8L, 8C, The left, middle, and right stop valid LEDs 22L, 22C, and 22R (see FIG. 4) are provided inside the 8R to notify that the reel stop operation by the corresponding stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is valid by lighting. It has been.

  Further, below the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R on the front door 1b, a lower panel on which a title of the slot machine 1 and a payout table are printed is provided.

  Inside the front door 1b, there is a reset switch 23 for detecting a reset operation for releasing an error state described later and a stop state described later by a predetermined key operation, while changing a set value and confirming a set value described later. A set value display 24 that displays the set value at that time, and a stop function that controls to a stop state (a state in which the progress of the game is restricted until a reset operation is performed) at the time of AT end determination described later. A stop switch 36a for selecting invalidity, and an automatic settlement function for controlling automatic settlement processing (processing to settle (return) medals stored as credits regardless of the player's operation) at the time of AT end determination described later. An automatic settlement switch 36b for selecting valid / invalid and a flow path for medals inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 are provided in a hopper tank 34a described later provided inside the housing 1a. 2) and a medal insertion sensor for detecting a medal that is inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 and selectively flows to the hopper tank 34a. A medal selector 29 having 31 and a door open detection switch 25 (see FIG. 4) for detecting the open state of the front door 1b are provided.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R, the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R (see FIG. 4), and the reel reference positions of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are detected inside the housing 1a. A reel unit 2 including possible reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R (see FIG. 4), an external output board 1000 (see FIG. 4) for outputting an external output signal, and a medal inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 are stored. A hopper tank 34a, a hopper motor 34b for paying out medals stored in the hopper tank 34a from the medal payout opening 9 (see FIG. 4), and a payout sensor 34c for detecting the medals paid out by driving the hopper motor 34b (see FIG. 4). 4) and a power supply box 100 are provided.

  On the side of the hopper unit 34, an overflow tank 35 is provided for storing medals overflowing from the hopper tank 34a. Inside the overflow tank 35, there is provided a full sensor 35a (see FIG. 4) consisting of a pair of conductive members spaced left and right provided at a height capable of detecting a predetermined amount of stored medal. The amount of medals stored in the interior when the member is electrically connected by contacting the medal stored in the overflow tank 35 exceeds a predetermined amount, that is, the overflow tank is full. Can be detected.

  As shown in FIG. 2, a function key switch 37 for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state is provided on the front surface of the power supply box 100, and functions as a reset switch for canceling an error state or a stop state in normal times. In the setting change state, a reset / setting switch 38 that functions as a setting switch for changing a setting value of a winning probability (outtake rate) of internal lottery described later, and a power source that is operated when turning on / off the power source A switch 39 is provided.

  Note that the stop switch 36a, automatic settlement switch 36b, setting key switch 37, reset / setting switch 38, and power switch 39 inside the housing 1a must open the front door 1b by key operation by a game shop clerk. Therefore, when it is installed in a game hall, only the store clerk of the game hall can operate, and the player cannot operate it. The same applies to the reset switch 23 detected by a predetermined key operation. In particular, since the setting key switch 37 requires further key operation after the front door 1b is opened by key operation, only the store clerk possessing the key for operating the setting key switch 37 among the game store clerk. Operation is possible.

  When a game is played in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, first, a medal is inserted from the medal insertion unit 4 or a bet number is set using a credit. To use the credit, the MAXBET switch 6 may be operated. When a predetermined number of bets determined according to the gaming state are set, the winning line LN (see FIG. 1) becomes valid, and the operation of the start switch 7 is valid, that is, the state where the game can be started. Become. In the present embodiment, three bets are determined as the specified number of bets in the normal gaming state and the inside of CB1 and CB2, which will be described later, and 2 as the specified number of bets in the normal gaming state, inside of CB2 and in CB1 and 2, respectively. When a predetermined number of bets are set according to the gaming state, the pay line LN becomes valid. In addition, when a medal is inserted exceeding the maximum number out of the prescribed number corresponding to the gaming state, the amount is added to the credit.

  The winning line is a line that is set to determine whether a combination of symbols displayed on the perspective windows 3 of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is a winning symbol combination. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, only the winning line LN set across the symbols arranged in the horizontal direction in the middle stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, the middle stage of the reel 2R, that is, the middle stage, is the winning line. It is defined as. In the present embodiment, only one pay line is applied, but a plurality of pay lines may be applied.

  In the present embodiment, invalid lines LM1 to LM1-4 are set separately from the winning line LN in order to make it easy to recognize that the winning line LN has a combination of symbols constituting the winning line. The invalid lines LM1 to LM4 are not determined based on the combination of symbols arranged in the invalid lines LM1 to LM4. When the combination of symbols constituting a specific prize is arranged on the winning line LN, the invalid line is displayed. When a combination of symbols (for example, bell-bell-bell) that is awarded when the winning line LN is aligned with any of the LM1 to LM4 is arranged, the symbols that make up a particular winning in the winning line LN It is easy to recognize that the combination is complete. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the invalid lines LM1 and 2L of the reel 2L, the upper stage of the reel 2C, the upper stage of the reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM1 and the reel 2L set across the symbols arranged in the horizontal direction on the upper stage. The lower stage, the lower stage of the reel 2C, the lower stage of the reel 2R, that is, the invalid line LM2 set across the symbols arranged horizontally in the lower stage, the upper stage of the reel 2L, the middle stage of the reel 2C, the lower stage of the reel 2R, that is, lower right There are four types of invalid lines LM3 set across straddling symbols: invalid line LM3, lower stage of reel 2L, middle stage of reel 2C, upper stage of reel 2R, that is, invalid line LM4 set across straddling symbols. It is defined as LM.

  When a combination of symbols constituting a specific winning line is arranged on the winning line LN, a winning line is generated. “Winning” means giving a predetermined value, for example, paying out medals, operating a conditional device such as a bonus, or operating a child setting of the bet number without using medals or credits. Etc. are included. On the other hand, “non-winning” means at least no medal payout, and becomes “non-winning” when a combination of symbols other than a winning combination is derived.

  When the start switch 7 is operated in a state where the game can be started, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R rotate, and the symbols of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R continuously vary. When any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated in this state, the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is stopped, and the display result is derived and displayed on the fluoroscopic window 3.

  Then, when all the reels 2L, 2C, 2R are stopped, one game is completed, and a predetermined symbol combination (hereinafter also referred to as a winning combination) is displayed on the reels 2L, 2C, 2R on the winning line LN. If the game stops as a result, a winning occurs, and a predetermined number of medals are given to the player and added to the credit. Further, when the credit reaches the upper limit number (50 in the present embodiment), medals are paid out directly from the medal payout opening 9 (see FIG. 1). In addition, when the combination of symbols accompanying the transition of the gaming state on the winning line LN is stopped as a display result of each reel 2L, 2C, 2R, the gaming state according to the combination of symbols is shifted. .

  In the present embodiment, a configuration using three reels is illustrated, but a configuration using only one reel, a configuration using two reels, a configuration using four or more reels may be used. In a configuration using two or more reels, a winning determination may be made based on a combination of display results derived for all two or more reels. In this embodiment, the variable display device is configured by physical reels. However, the variable display device may be configured by an image display device such as a liquid crystal display.

  Further, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, after the game is started and the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are rotated to start changing the symbols, any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is When operated, the reels corresponding to the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R stop rotating and the symbols are stopped and displayed. The maximum stop delay time from the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R to the stop of the rotation of the corresponding reels 2L, 2C, 2R is 190 ms (milliseconds).

  The reels 2L, 2C and 2R rotate 80 times per minute, and 80 × 21 (the number of symbols per reel) = 1680 frames, so the maximum of 4 symbols is drawn in 190 ms. Will be able to. In other words, the symbols that can be selected as the stop symbols are the symbols that are displayed when the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated, and the symbols that are four frames ahead of them, for a total of five symbols.

  For this reason, for example, when any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is operated and the symbol displayed on the lower stage of the reel corresponding to the stop switch is used as a reference, the symbol from the symbol to four frames ahead Since the symbols can be displayed in the lower row, in each of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R, when any one of the stop switches 8L, 8R is operated, the symbol displayed in the middle row of the reel corresponding to the stop switch. The symbols arranged within 5 frames including can be displayed on the winning line.

  Hereinafter, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R may be simply referred to as reels unless it is necessary to distinguish between them. Further, the reel 2L may be referred to as a left reel, the reel 2C as a middle reel, and the reel 2R as a right reel. Further, an operation for stopping the reels 2L, 2C, 2R by operating the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R may be referred to as a stop operation.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a configuration of the slot machine 1. As shown in FIG. 4, the slot machine 1 is provided with a game control board 40, an effect control board 90, and a power supply board 101. The game state is controlled by the game control board 40, and the game state is controlled by the effect control board 90. The production according to the control is controlled, and the power supply board 101 generates the drive power for the electrical components constituting the slot machine 1 and supplies them to each part.

  The power supply board 101 is supplied with AC100V power from the outside, and a DC voltage necessary for driving the electrical components constituting the slot machine 1 is generated from the AC100V power supply. The game control board 40 and the game control board 40 It is supplied to the production control board 90 connected through the. The power supply line for supplying power to the effect control board is directly connected from the power supply board 101 to the effect control board 90 without going through the game control board 40, and the power supply board 101 directly supplies power to the effect control board 90. May be supplied.

  Further, the above-described hopper motor 34b, payout sensor 34c, full sensor 35a, setting key switch 37, reset / setting switch 38, and power switch 39 are connected to the power supply board 101.

  On the game control board 40, the above-described MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, settlement switch 10, reset switch 23, stop switch 36a, automatic settlement switch 36b, insertion medal sensor 31, door open The detection switch 25 and reel sensors 33L, 33C, and 33R are connected, and the above-described payout sensor 34c, full sensor 35a, setting key switch 37, and reset / setting switch 38 are connected via the power supply board 101. Detection signals from these connected switches are input.

  Further, the game control board 40 includes the credit indicator 11, the game auxiliary indicator 12, 1-3 BET LEDs 14-16, the insertion request LED 17, the start valid LED 18, the waiting LED 19, the replaying LED 20, the BET switch valid LED 21, the left The middle and right stop valid LEDs 22L, 22C and 22R, the set value display 24, the flow path switching solenoid 30, the reel motors 32L, 32C and 32R are connected, and the hopper motor 34b described above is connected via the power supply board 101. These electrical components are connected, and are driven based on control of a main control unit 41 (described later) mounted on the game control board 40.

  The game control board 40 includes a main control unit 41, a control clock generation circuit 42, a random number clock generation circuit 43, a switch detection circuit 44, a motor drive circuit 45, a solenoid drive circuit 46, an LED drive circuit 47, and a power interruption detection circuit. 48 and a reset circuit 49 are mounted.

  The main control unit 41 performs processing related to the progress of the game, and directly or indirectly controls each unit of the control circuit mounted on the game control board 40.

  The control clock generation circuit 42 generates a control clock CCLK serving as an oscillation signal having a predetermined frequency outside the main control unit 41. The control clock CCLK generated by the control clock generation circuit 42 is supplied to the clock circuit 502 shown in FIG. The random number clock generation circuit 43 generates a random number clock RCLK that is an oscillation signal having a predetermined frequency different from the oscillation frequency of the control clock CCLK, outside the main control unit 41. The random number clock RCLK generated by the random number clock generation circuit 43 is supplied to the random number circuits 508a and 508b shown in FIG.

  The switch detection circuit 44 takes in detection signals input from switches connected directly to the game control board 40 or via the power supply board 101 and transmits them to the main control unit 41. The motor drive circuit 45 transmits the motor drive signal output from the main control unit 41 to the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R. The solenoid drive circuit 46 transmits the solenoid drive signal output from the main control unit 41 to the flow path switching solenoid 30. The LED drive circuit 47 transmits the LED drive signal output from the main control unit 41 to various displays and LEDs connected to the game control board 40. The power interruption detection circuit 48 monitors the power supply voltage supplied to the slot machine 1 and outputs a voltage drop signal indicating that to the main control unit 41 when a voltage drop is detected. The reset circuit 49 provides a system reset signal to the main control unit 41 in a state where the power is unstable, such as when the power is turned on or when the power is turned off.

  FIG. 5 shows a configuration example of the main control unit 41 mounted on the game control board 40. The main control unit 41 shown in FIG. 5 is a one-chip microcomputer, and includes an external bus interface 501, a clock circuit 502, a verification block 503, a specific information storage circuit 504, an arithmetic circuit 505, and a reset / interrupt controller. 506, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 41a, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 41b, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 41c, a free-run counter circuit 507, random number circuits 508a and 508b, a timer circuit 509, an interrupt The controller 510 includes a parallel input port 511, a serial communication circuit 512, a parallel output port 513, and an address decoding circuit 514.

  The external bus interface 501 is a bus interface having an interface function between an external bus and an internal bus of a chip constituting the main control unit 41, an address bus, a data bus, and a direction control function of each control signal.

  The clock circuit 502 is a circuit that generates the internal system clock SCLK by, for example, dividing the control clock CCLK by two.

  The verification block 503 is connected to an external verification machine and has a function of performing chip verification. The unique information storage circuit 504 is a circuit that stores a plurality of types of unique information that is internal information of the main control unit 41, and the arithmetic circuit 505 is a circuit that performs multiplication and division.

  The reset / interrupt controller 506 is for controlling various reset and interrupt requests generated inside or outside the main control unit 41.

  The reset / interrupt controller 506 includes an out-of-designated area prohibition (IAT) circuit 506a and a watchdog timer (WDT) 506b. The IAT circuit 506a is a circuit that monitors whether the user program is correctly executed in the designated area, and has a function of outputting an IAT generation signal when it is detected that the user program is executed outside the designated area. The watchdog timer 506b has a function of generating a timeout signal for each set period.

  The CPU 41a is a control CPU that executes game control in the slot machine 1 by executing a user program (game control processing program for game control) based on the control code read from the ROM 41b. When such game control is executed, the CPU 41a reads fixed data from the ROM 41b, the variable data writing operation in which the CPU 41a writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 41c and temporarily stores them, and the CPU 41a is temporarily stored in the RAM 41c. A variable data reading operation for reading out various variable data being received, a receiving operation in which the CPU 41a receives input of various signals from the outside of the main control unit 41 via the external bus interface 501, the parallel input port 511, the serial communication circuit 512, and the like. A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the main control unit 41 via the external bus interface 501, the serial communication circuit 512, the parallel output port 513, and the like is also performed.

  The ROM 41b stores a control code indicating a user program (game control processing program for game control), fixed data, and the like.

  The RAM 41c provides a work area for game control. Here, at least a part of the RAM 41c may be a backup RAM backed up by a backup power source. That is, even if the power supply to the slot machine 1 is stopped, at least a part of the contents of the RAM 41c is stored for a predetermined period.

  As the free-run counter circuit 507, four channels of 8-bit free-run counters are mounted.

  The random number circuits 508a and 508b are circuits that generate numerical data that is a random value having a predetermined update range, such as an 8-bit random number or a 16-bit random number. In this embodiment, the hardware random number generated by the 16-bit random number circuit 508b among the random number circuits 508a and 508b is used as a random number for internal lottery described later.

  The timer circuit 509 is an 8-bit programmable timer, and the main control unit 41 includes three channels of 8-bit counters as the timer circuit 509. In this embodiment, it is possible to perform a real-time interrupt request and time measurement by using a timer circuit 509 and setting by a user program.

  The interrupt controller 510 is a circuit that controls an external interrupt request from the PI5 / XINT terminal and an interrupt request from a built-in peripheral circuit (for example, the serial communication circuit 512, the random number circuits 508a and 508b, and the timer circuit 509).

  The parallel input port 511 incorporates an 8-bit wide input-only port (PIP). Further, the parallel output port 513 provided in the main control unit 41 shown in FIG. 5 incorporates an output-only port (POP) having an 11-bit width.

  The serial communication circuit 512 is a circuit that performs asynchronous serial communication in input / output with respect to the outside. The main control unit 41 includes, as the serial communication circuit 512, a 1-channel circuit for both transmission and reception and a 3-channel circuit for transmission only.

  The address decoding circuit 514 is a circuit for decoding each functional block in the main control unit 41 and a chip select signal that is a decoding signal for an external device. In response to the chip select signal, the internal circuit of the main control unit 41 or the external device serving as a peripheral device is selectively operated effectively and can be accessed from the CPU 41a.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 transmits various commands to the sub control unit 91 via the parallel output port 513. A command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the sub control unit 91 is sent in only one direction, and no command is sent from the sub control unit 91 toward the main control unit 41. In the present embodiment, the command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 91 via the parallel output port 513, that is, the command is transmitted as a parallel signal, but the command is transmitted via the serial communication circuit 512. The command may be transmitted to the sub-control unit 91, that is, the command may be transmitted as a serial signal.

  The main control unit 41 also receives detection states of various switches connected to the game control board 40 from the parallel input port 511. The main control unit 41 executes basic processing that shifts in stages according to the detection states of various switches input from the parallel input port 511.

  Further, the main control unit 41 can execute an interrupt process by interrupting the basic process when an interrupt occurs. In the present embodiment, a timer interrupt process (main), which will be described later, is executed at a certain time interval (about 0.56 ms in the present embodiment) when a timeout occurs in the timer circuit 509.

  The main control unit 41 is set to prohibit other interrupts during the execution of the interrupt process, and when a plurality of interrupts occur at the same time, the main control unit 41 prioritizes according to a predetermined order. An interrupt to be executed is set. If another interrupt factor occurs during the execution of the interrupt process and the interrupt factor continues even after the interrupt process ends, a new interrupt occurs at that point. It will be.

  The main control unit 41 repeatedly loops the process according to the control state until the detection state of the various switches connected to the game control board 40 changes as a basic process, and changes the detection state of the various switches. Execute a process that moves in stages. Further, the main control unit 41 executes a timer interrupt process (main) at regular time intervals (about 0.56 ms in the present embodiment). Note that the execution interval of the timer interrupt process (main) is set to a time longer than the sum of the time required to complete the repetition of the process depending on the control state in the basic process and the execution time of the timer interrupt process (main) Therefore, the process that is repeated according to the control state between the current and next timer interrupt processes (main) is completed at least once.

  An effect switch 56 is connected to the effect control board 90, and a detection signal of the effect switch 56 is input.

  The effect control board 90 is connected to effect devices such as a liquid crystal display 51 (see FIG. 1) disposed on the front door 1b of the slot machine 1, an effect LED 52, speakers 53 and 54, and the reel LED 55 described above. These effect devices are driven based on control by a later-described sub-control unit 91 mounted on the effect control board 90.

  In the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 mounted on the effect control board 90 performs output control of effect devices such as the liquid crystal display 51, effect effect LED 52, speakers 53 and 54, and reel LED 55. However, an output control unit that directly controls the output of the effect device is mounted on the effect control board 90 or another board separately from the sub control part 91, and the sub control part 91 is based on a command from the main control part 41. The output pattern of the effect device may be determined, and the output control unit may control the output of the effect device based on the output pattern determined by the sub control unit 91. In such a configuration, the sub control unit 91 and the output The output control of the effect device is performed by both of the control units.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, although the liquid crystal display 51, the effect effect LED52, the speakers 53 and 54, and the reel LED55 are illustrated as an effect device, an effect device is not restricted to these, For example, it drives mechanically. A display device or a mechanically driven item may be applied as the rendering device.

  The effect control board 90 is composed of a microcomputer having a sub CPU 91a, ROM 91b, RAM 91c, and I / O port 91d, and a liquid crystal display connected to the effect control board 90, a sub control unit 91 for effect control. 51, a display control circuit 92 for performing display control, an LED driving circuit 93 for controlling driving of the effect LED 52 and the reel LED 55, an audio output circuit 94 for controlling audio output from the speakers 53, 54, when the power is turned on or from the sub CPU 91a The reset circuit 95 that gives a reset signal to the sub CPU 91a when the initialization command is not input for a predetermined time, the switch detection circuit 96 that detects the detection signal input from the effect switch 56 connected to the effect control board 90, and date information And a clock device 97 that outputs time information including time information, The power supply voltage supplied to the machine 1 is monitored, and when a voltage drop is detected, a power failure detection circuit 98 that outputs a voltage drop signal indicating that to the sub CPU 91a, and other circuits are mounted. The sub CPU 91a receives various commands transmitted from the game control board 40 and performs various controls for performing the effects, and directly or indirectly controls each part of the control circuit mounted on the effect control board 90. Control.

  The reset circuit 95 has a lower voltage for releasing the reset signal than the reset circuit 49 that gives the system reset signal to the main control unit 41 in the game control board 40. When the power is turned on, the sub control unit 91 It starts at an earlier stage than the unit 41. On the other hand, the power interruption detection circuit 98 has a voltage that outputs a voltage drop signal lower than the power interruption detection circuit 48 that outputs a voltage drop signal to the main control unit 41 in the game control board 40. The sub control unit 91 detects a power failure at a later stage than the main control unit 41, and performs a power interruption process (sub) described later.

  Similar to the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 has an interrupt function, generates an interrupt when receiving a command from the main control unit 41, and acquires a command transmitted from the main control unit 41. Execute command reception interrupt processing to be stored in the buffer. In addition, the sub control unit 91 executes an interrupt process (sub), which will be described later, by generating an interrupt every time the input number of system clocks reaches a certain number, that is, at certain intervals.

  Also, unlike the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 interrupts the process even when the timer interrupt process (sub) is being executed when an interrupt is generated based on the reception of the command. The command reception interrupt process is executed at the same time, and the command reception interrupt process is executed with the highest priority even if interrupts that trigger the timer interrupt process (sub) occur at the same time.

  The sub-control unit 91 is also supplied with backup power at the time of a power failure, and the data stored in the RAM 91c is held while the backup power is supplied.

[Setting value]
In the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, the medal payout rate (the ratio of the total number of medals used for setting the bet amount and the total number of medals paid out by winning) varies according to the set value. Specifically, the medal payout rate is changed by using a winning probability corresponding to a set value in internal lottery, navigation stock lottery, or the like, which will be described later. The set value is composed of 6 levels of 1 to 6, with 6 being the highest payout rate and the payout rate being lower as the value is decreased in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and as the value decreases in order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, the advantage decreases stepwise.

  In this embodiment, regardless of which set value is set, the winning probability of the internal lottery performed by the main control unit 41 is common, and a navigation described later performed by the sub-control unit 91 according to the set value. The medal payout rate changes by using different winning probabilities as winning probabilities for stock lottery and extra lottery, but at least the winning probability of the lottery performed by the main control unit 41 and the winning probability of the lottery performed by the sub-control unit 91 Any medal payout rate may be changed by changing one or both winning probabilities according to the set value.

  In order to change the setting value, it is necessary to turn on the power of the slot machine 1 after the setting key switch 37 is turned on. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the power is turned on, the setting value read from the RAM 41c is displayed as a display value on the setting value display 24, and the setting value can be changed by operating the reset / setting switch 38. Transition to the setting change state. When the reset / setting switch 38 is operated in the setting change state, the display value displayed on the setting value display 24 is updated one by one (when further operation is performed from the setting 6, the display returns to the setting 1). . When the start switch 7 is operated, the display value is determined as the set value. When the setting key switch 37 is turned off, the determined display value (setting value) is stored in the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41, and the state shifts to a state in which the game can proceed.

  In order to check the set value, after the game is over, the setting key switch 37 may be turned on with no bet amount set. When the setting key switch 37 is turned on in such a situation, the setting value read out from the RAM 41c is displayed on the setting value display 24, thereby shifting to a setting confirmation state in which the setting value can be confirmed. In the setting confirmation state, the game cannot be progressed, and by setting the setting key switch 37 to the off state, the setting confirmation state is ended and the state in which the game can proceed is returned.

[Power interruption]
In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 determines whether or not a voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 48 is detected every time the timer interrupt process (main) is executed. Power failure determination processing is performed, and when it is determined that a voltage drop signal is detected in the power failure determination processing, power interruption processing for setting data for determining whether or not the data in the RAM 41c is normal at the time of the next recovery (main) Execute.

  Then, the main control unit 41 returns the processing state of the main control unit 41 to the state before the power interruption based on the data stored in the RAM 41c on the condition that the data in the RAM 41c is normal at the time of activation. However, if the RAM 41c data is not normal, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, and the RAM abnormal error code is set in the register to control the RAM abnormal error state, thereby disabling the progress of the game.

  Further, the sub control unit 91 also determines whether or not the voltage drop signal from the power interruption detection circuit 98 is detected in the timer interruption process (sub), and when it is determined that the voltage drop signal is detected, A power interruption process (sub) for setting data for determining whether or not the data in the RAM 91c is normal at the next return is executed.

  Then, the sub-control unit 91 returns the processing state of the sub-control unit 91 to the state before the power interruption based on the data stored in the RAM 91c on the condition that the data of the RAM 91c is normal at the time of activation. However, if the data in the RAM 91c is not normal, it is determined that the RAM is abnormal, and the RAM 91c is initialized. In this case, unlike the main control unit 41, only the RAM 91c is initialized, and the performance is not disabled.

  In addition, even when it is determined that the data in the RAM 91c is normal at the time of activation, the sub control unit 91 activates when receiving a setting command (described later) indicating that the setting change state has been entered from the main control unit 41. Even when a later-described return command or setting command indicating that the control state of the main control unit 41 has returned is not received even after a certain period of time has elapsed, the RAM 91c is initialized. In this case, the execution of the performance is not disabled only by initializing the RAM 91c.

[Initialize]
Next, initialization of the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41 will be described. The storage area of the RAM 41c of the main control unit 41 is divided into an important work, a special work, a non-saved work, a general work, an unused area, and a stack area.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 sets the setting key switch 37 on and the reset / setting switch 38 when the RAM abnormality error occurs, when the setting key switch 37 and the reset / setting switch 38 are both on. If the data in the RAM 41c has not been destroyed when the setting key switch 37 is activated when the setting key switch 37 is off, the initialization condition consisting of five at the end of one game is satisfied. When this is done, five types of initialization are performed in different regions that are initialized according to each initialization condition.

  Initialization 0 is initialization that is performed at the time of startup when both the setting key switch 37 and the reset / setting switch 38 are on when a RAM error occurs. In initialization 0, all areas of the RAM 41c are initialized. The Initialization 1 is an initialization performed before the setting key switch 37 is turned on and the reset / setting switch 38 is turned off at the time of start-up, and is shifted to the setting change state. In the initialization 1, the RAM 41c is used. Of the storage area, areas other than the important work and special work are initialized. Initialization 2 is initialization performed at the end of the CB. In initialization 2, the general work, the unused area, and the unused stack area in the storage area of the RAM 41c are initialized. Initialization 3 is initialization that is performed when the setting key switch 37 is off at the time of startup and the data in the RAM 41c is not destroyed. In initialization 3, non-saved work, unused areas, and The used stack area is initialized. Initialization 4 is initialization performed at the end of one game. In initialization 4, an unused area and an unused stack area are initialized in the storage area of the RAM 41c.

  In this embodiment, initialization 1 is performed before the transition to the setting change state. However, initialization 1 is performed at the end of the setting change state, or both before the setting change state and at the end of the setting change state. May be.

  In addition, the special work includes a game state storage work in which a game state flag indicating a game state is stored and an internal winning flag storage work in which an internal winning flag is stored. Since the special work is not initialized, even when the setting is changed, the game state before the setting change and the internal winning flag (especially, the winning flag for the special role being carried over) are maintained. On the other hand, when both the setting key switch 37 and the reset / setting switch 38 are turned on, all areas of the RAM 41c including the special work are initialized by initialization 0. In this case, the gaming state The internal winning flag is also initialized. In the following, an operation that starts when both the setting key switch 37 and the reset / setting switch 38 are on is also referred to as a RAM clear operation.

[Number of bets]
The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment has a specified number of bets that can be set according to the gaming state (normally inside CB1, inside CB2, CB1, 2) (in this embodiment, the normal gaming state and CB1). , 2 in the inside, 3 in the normal gaming state, in the inside of CB2, and 2) in CB1 and 2 is defined, provided that the prescribed number of bets determined according to the gaming state has been set It is possible to start the game. In the present embodiment, the winning line LN is activated when a prescribed number of bets corresponding to the gaming state is set.

[Internal lottery]
In the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, when all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are stopped, the winning line that is activated (in this embodiment, all the winning lines are always activated, In the following, a winning combination is obtained when a combination of symbols called “comb” is arranged on the activated winning line (simply called the winning line). The combination may be a combination of the same symbols or a combination including different symbols. The types of winning combinations are determined according to the game state, but can be broadly divided into small roles that involve paying out medals and the next game without the use of medals by the player. There are a re-playing role in which a bet number is set and a special role with a transition of the gaming state. In the following, a small role and a replay role are collectively referred to as a general role. In order for winning of each combination determined according to the gaming state to occur, it is necessary to win an internal lottery to be described later and set a winning flag of the combination in the RAM 41c.

  Of the winning flags for each of these roles, the winning flags for the small role and the replaying role are valid only in the game in which the flag is set, and are invalid in the next game. It is valid until a combination of combinations permitted by the flag is completed, and is invalid in a game having a combination of combinations permitted. In other words, once the special combination winning flag is won, even if the combination of the combinations permitted by the flag cannot be made, the winning flag is not invalidated and is carried over to the next game. It becomes.

  For example, in the present embodiment, in a game in which CB1 is won in the normal gaming state, when the CB1 cannot be won, the winning flag of CB1 is carried over to the next game, and the game state is entered inside CB1. Will migrate. In the inside of CB1, CB1 is won in all games. Also, in the game where CB2 is won in the normal gaming state, when the CB2 cannot be won, the winning flag of CB2 is carried over to the next game, and the gaming state shifts to the inside of CB2. In the inside of CB2, CB2 is in a winning state in all games.

  In addition, in the game in which the game state is CB1, 2, the internal lottery is not performed, and the winning flags of all the small roles are set in each game, and winning of any small role is always allowed. The Rukoto. Note that the internal lottery is also performed in the games in CB 1 and 2, but regardless of the result of the internal lottery, the winning flags of all the small roles are set so that the winning of any small role is always allowed. Good.

  Hereinafter, the internal lottery of the present embodiment will be described. In the internal lottery, whether or not the winning of each of the above-mentioned winning combinations is permitted is determined before the display results of all the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R are derived and displayed (actually, when the start switch 7 is detected). To do. In the internal lottery, first, a random value for internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535) is acquired when the start switch 7 is detected. Specifically, the value generated by the random number circuit 508b and stored in the random number value register of the random number circuit 508b is set as the lottery work assigned to the RAM 41c. And, for each combination determined according to the gaming state (normal gaming state, inside), the numerical data stored in the lottery work, the current gaming state, the number of bets and the set value It is determined whether or not a winning is permitted according to the number of determination values for the combination.

  In the internal lottery, the number of judgment values determined in accordance with the role that is the subject of the internal lottery, the current gaming state, and the set value are sequentially assigned to the internal lottery random value (numerical data stored in the lottery work). When the result of addition overflows, it is determined that the winning combination is won. For this reason, a winning combination will be won with a probability (number of determination values / 65536) according to the number of determination values.

  If a winning combination of any combination is determined, a winning flag corresponding to the combination determined to be winning is set in the internal winning flag storing work assigned to the RAM 41c. The internal winning flag storage work consists of a 2-byte storage area, of which the upper byte is assigned as the special role storing work in which the winning flag for the special role is set, and the lower byte is the winning of the general role It is assigned as a general role storage work for which a flag is set. Specifically, when a special combination is won, a special combination winning flag indicating that the special combination is won is set in the special combination storing work, and the winning flag set in the general combination storing work is cleared. When a general combination is won, a winning flag for the general combination indicating that the general combination is won is set in the general combination storing work. If no winning combination or winning combination is won, only the general winning combination work is cleared.

  In the internal lottery of the present embodiment, the number of determination values of the lottery target combination is sequentially added to the random number value for internal lottery, and when the addition result overflows, it is determined that the combination is won. However, the number of determination values of the lottery object combination may be sequentially subtracted from the internal lottery random value, and when the result of the subtraction overflows, it may be determined that the combination is won.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the number of determination values, which is the number of determination values determined to be winning, is determined for each lottery target role, and the number of determination values is sequentially added to (subtracted from) the random number value for each lottery target role. In the case of overflow, the winning combination corresponding to the number of determination values is determined. However, for each lottery target role, a range of random values determined to be winning is determined, and the range to which the random number value belongs is determined. The winning combination of the corresponding combination may be determined.

[Reel stop control]
Next, stop control of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R will be described.

  The main control unit 41 refers to the table index and the table creation data stored in the ROM 41b when the reel starts rotating and when the reel stops and the reel that is still rotating still remains. A stop control table is created for each reel that is rotating. When any of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the rotating reel is effectively detected, the stop control table of the corresponding reel is referred to and the slip of the referred stop control table is referred to. Based on the number of frames, control is performed to stop the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R corresponding to the operated stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R.

  In the table index, index data indicating the start address of the area in which the data for table creation is stored, from the reference address when referring to the table index, according to the setting state of the winning flag by internal lottery (hereinafter referred to as the internal winning state) Differences up to the address where is stored are registered. As a result, a difference corresponding to the internal winning state is acquired, and the corresponding index data can be acquired by adding the difference to the reference address. Even if the winning status of the combination is different, when the same control is applied, the same address is stored as the index data. In such a case, the same table creation data is referred to. Thus, a stop control table is created.

  The table creation data includes a stop control table indicating the number of sliding frames according to the stop operation position, and an address of the stop control table to be referred to according to the reel stop status.

  The stop control table referred to according to the reel stop status is whether all reels are rotating, only the left reel is stopped, only the middle reel is stopped, only the right reel is stopped, It may vary depending on whether the middle reel is stopped, the left and right reels are stopped, the middle and right reels are stopped, and if any reel is stopped, it is stopped Therefore, for each situation, the address of the stop control table to be referenced is registered for each rotating reel, and based on the top address of the table creation data, each address is registered. The address of the stop control table to be referred to according to the situation can be specified, and it is necessary according to each situation from the specified address. And to be able to identify the stop control table. Even when the stop status of the reels and the stop position of the stopped reels are different, when the same stop control table is applied, the same address may be registered as the address of the stop control table. In such a case, the same stop control table is referred to.

  The stop control table is data that can specify the number of sliding frames for each timing when the stop operation is performed. In the present embodiment, stepping motors that make one turn at a cycle of 336 steps (0 to 335) are used for the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R. That is, when the reel motors 32L, 32C, and 32R are driven in 336 steps, the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R make one round. Then, 21 areas (frames) divided every 16 steps (number of steps in which one symbol moves) are defined for one reel, and these areas are areas 0 to 20 from the reel reference position. A number is assigned. On the other hand, the number of symbols arranged on one reel is 21, and symbol numbers 0 to 20 from the reel reference position are assigned to symbols on each reel, so symbols 0 to 20 are assigned to each reel. , Area numbers 0 to 20 are assigned in order. In the stop control table, the number of sliding symbols for each area number is compressed and stored according to a predetermined rule, and the number of sliding symbols for each area number can be acquired by expanding the stop control table. Yes.

  As described above, the stop control table created by referring to the table index and the table creation data corresponds to the area number, and the area corresponding to each area number has a stop reference position (in this embodiment, a perspective window). 3 when the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is detected at the timing (the timing in which the number of steps from the reel reference position is included in the range of the number of steps). This is a table in which the number of frames is set.

  Next, the procedure for creating the stop control table will be described. First, at the start of reel rotation, the top address of the table creation data corresponding to the internal winning state of the game is acquired. Specifically, the table index is first referred to, index data corresponding to the internal winning state is obtained, table creation data is identified based on the obtained index data, and all reels are identified from the identified table creation data. The address of the stop control table for each reel corresponding to the state of rotation is acquired, and the stop control table for each reel stored at the acquired address is expanded to generate a stop control table for all reels.

  Further, when any one reel stops or any two reels stop, the index data acquired at the start of reel rotation, that is, the top address of the table creation data corresponding to the internal winning state of the game The table creation data is identified based on the obtained table creation data, and the address of the stop control table for the unreacted reel corresponding to the stop reel and the area number of the stop position of the reel is obtained from the identified table creation data. The stop control table of each stored reel is expanded to create a stop control table for the unstopped reels.

  Next, when the main control unit 41 effectively detects any one of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R corresponding to the rotating reel, the control when the display result is derived to the corresponding reel is described. To explain, when any operation corresponding to the rotating reel is detected effectively among the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R, the stop operation position is based on the number of steps from the reel reference position when the stop operation is detected. The number of sliding symbols corresponding to the area number of the specified stop operation position is acquired by referring to the stop control table of the reel where the stop operation is detected. Then, control is performed to rotate and stop the reel by the number of acquired sliding frames. Specifically, from the number of steps from the reel reference position at the time when the stop operation is detected, the number of steps from the acquired number of sliding frames to the stop is calculated, and the reel is rotated and stopped by the calculated number of steps. Take control. Thus, the region corresponding to the region number that is the stop position ahead of the number of sliding frames from the region corresponding to the region number of the stop operation position where the stop operation is detected is the stop reference position (in this embodiment, the fluoroscopic window 3 The lower symbol area).

  In the table index of the present embodiment, only one address is stored as index data corresponding to one internal winning state in one gaming state, and one table creation data includes one reel. Only one address is stored as the address of the storage area of the stop control table corresponding to the stop status (and the stop position of the stopped reel). That is, the table creation data corresponding to one internal winning state in one gaming state and the stop control table corresponding to the reel stop status (and the stop position of the stopped reel) are uniquely determined. The stop control table created with reference to is unique for one internal winning state in one gaming state and the reel stop status (and the stop position of the stopped reel). Therefore, when all of the gaming state, the internal winning state, and the reel stop status (and the stop position of the stopped reel) are the same, the reel is based on the same stop control table, that is, the same control pattern. The stop control is performed.

  Further, in the present embodiment, a value of 0 to 4 is determined as the number of sliding frames, and it is possible to stop the reel by drawing a maximum of 4 frames after detecting a stop operation. In other words, the stop position of the symbol can be designated from a range of a maximum of 5 frames including the stop operation position where the stop operation is detected. In addition, since it is necessary to move one frame to move the reel for one symbol, it is possible to stop the reel by pulling in a maximum of four symbols after detecting the stop operation. The symbol stop position can be designated from a range of up to five symbols including the operation position.

  In the present embodiment, when any of the winning combinations is won, the winning combination is drawn to the maximum in the range of 4 frames on the winning line, and the winning combination is drawn not to be aligned on the winning line. Create a stop control table with the number of sliding symbols and perform reel stop control. On the other hand, if you do not win any of the roles, stop control with the number of sliding symbols that does not match any of the roles Create a table and perform reel stop control. As a result, when a stop operation is performed, if the winning combination can be stopped on the winning line in the drawing range of up to 4 frames, the control is performed so that the winning combination is stopped. The combination that is not performed is stopped without being aligned in the drawing range of a maximum of 4 frames.

  Also, in this embodiment, when a special role and a small role are elected at the same time, such as when a special role is elected in a state where the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, the winning small role is won. The number of sliding frames is set so that it can be drawn to the maximum in the range of 4 frames, and for the stop operation position where the selected small role cannot be drawn in the range of up to 4 frames to the winning line, the special role won A stop control table in which the number of sliding frames is determined so as to draw the maximum to the winning line within a range of 4 frames is created, and the reel stop control is performed. As a result, when a stop operation is performed, if it is possible to stop all the small roles that have been selected in the drawing range of up to 4 frames on the winning line and stop them, control is performed so that the winning combination is stopped. If you can't draw a small role that has been won in the drawing range of up to 4 frames on the line, if you can stop with a special role that has been won in the drawing range of up to 4 frames on the winning line, Control is performed to align and stop this, and the winning combination that has not been won is controlled to be stopped without being aligned in the 4-frame pull-in range. That is, in such a case, priority is given to the control for aligning the small combination on the winning line over the special combination, and the special combination can be won only when the small combination cannot be drawn. When a special combination and a small combination can be withdrawn at the same time, only the small combination is drawn, and the small combination is not aligned on the winning line at the same time as the special combination.

  Also, when a special role and a small role are elected at the same time, priority is given to the control of aligning the special role on the winning line over the small role, and only when the special role cannot be drawn, the small role is placed on the winning line. You may perform control to align.

  Also, in this embodiment, when the special role and the replaying role are won at the same time, such as when the replaying role is won while the special role has been carried over from before the previous game, the stop operation is performed. At the time of quitting, control is performed so that the symbols of the re-gamer are aligned and stopped on the winning line with a drawing range of up to 4 frames. In this case, the symbols constituting the re-gamer or the symbols constituting the re-gamer elected at the same time are arranged within 5 symbols for each of the reels 2L, 2C and 2R, that is, at intervals of 4 frames or less. Since it can always be stopped at any position within the drawing range of 4 frames, when the special combination and re-playing combination are elected at the same time, it depends on the operation timing of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R by the player. Without fail, the re-playing role will always be won. That is, in such a case, the control for aligning the re-games on the winning line has priority over the special game, and the re-games will always win. In the case where the special combination and the re-playing combination can be withdrawn at the same time, only the re-playing combination is drawn in and the special combination is not arranged on the winning line at the same time as the re-playing combination.

  In this embodiment, the reel stop control is performed by using the stop control table that can specify the number of sliding frames at each timing when the stop operation is performed. A configuration that performs stop control by specifying a stop position from the position table and stopping the reel at the specified stop position, and searching for a stop position that can be stopped at a stop operation timing without using the stop control table or the stop position table・ Specifically configured to perform stop control to stop the reel at the specified stop position, stop control using the stop control table, stop control using the stop position table, and stop without using the stop control table or stop position table A configuration that uses stop control by searching and specifying a specific stop position, and a configuration that performs stop control by partially changing the stop control table or stop position table. It may be.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 rotates the reels for which the stop operation has not yet been detected until the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is detected after the rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, 2R is started. And the control for stopping the display result on the corresponding reel is performed on condition that the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R is detected. Even if the reel rotation temporarily stops due to the occurrence of a reel rotation error, the stop operation is still detected until the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is detected after the reel rotation is restarted. Control is performed to stop the display result of the corresponding reels on the condition that the rotation of the reels that have not been continued is continued and the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is detected.

  In the present embodiment, the control for stopping the display result on the corresponding reel is performed on the condition that the operation of the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R is detected, but the rotation of the reel is started. Then, when a predetermined automatic stop time has elapsed, even if the reel stop operation is not performed, it is assumed that the stop operation has been performed, and automatic stop control is performed to automatically stop each reel. It may be. In this case, since the reels are stopped without the player's operation, it is preferable to derive a display result that does not constitute any combination even if any combination is won.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 counts the game time, which is the time elapsed from the start of reel rotation, every time the reel starts to rotate after the game starts. When a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals after the end of one game and the game start operation is performed in a state where the game start operation is valid, the reel rotation of the previous game is performed. If the game time that started timing from the start time is equal to or longer than a predetermined restriction time (4.1 seconds in the present embodiment), that is, if the predetermined restriction time has elapsed since the start of reel rotation of the previous game. At that time, the rotation of the reel in the game is started.

  On the other hand, when a predetermined number of bets is set by inserting medals after the end of one game, and the game start operation is performed with the game start operation enabled, the reel rotation of the previous game is started. If the game time that started timing from the time is less than the predetermined regulation time, that is, if the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed since the reel rotation start time of the previous game, the reel rotation is not started at that time, It waits until the game time that has started timing from the start of reel rotation of the previous game reaches a predetermined regulation time, and when the predetermined regulation time is reached, rotation of the reel in the game is started.

  That is, when the predetermined regulation time has not elapsed since the start of reel rotation in the previous game, the main control unit 41 regulates the progress of the game until the predetermined regulation time elapses. The progress of the game is regulated so that the shortest time is not less than a predetermined regulation time.

  The slot machine 1 of the present embodiment outputs an external output signal indicating a gaming state, an error occurrence state, and the like.

  These external output signals are output from the game control board 40 under the control of the main control unit 41, via the information output terminal board (not shown) of the game store (hall) where the external output board 1000 and the slot machine 1 are installed. The data is output to an external device such as a data display terminal installed corresponding to the hall computer or the slot machine 1.

  From the game control board 40 to the external output board 1000, a medal IN signal indicating the number of medals used for setting the number of bets, a medal OUT signal indicating the number of medals awarded to the player by the occurrence of a winning, a slot machine 1, an AT signal indicating that an AT is in progress, a door opening signal indicating that the front door 1b is open, a setting change signal indicating that a setting change mode described later has been entered, and a medal selector abnormality And a payout error signal indicating an abnormality in the hopper unit 34 are output.

[command]
Next, commands that the main control unit 41 transmits to the sub control unit 91 will be described.

  In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 sends to the sub-control unit 91 a number-of-insertion command, a credit command, an internal winning command, a reel rotation start command, a reel stop command, a winning number command, a payout start command, a payout end command. , A return command, a gaming state command, a standby command, a stop command, an error command, a return command, a setting command, a setting confirmation command, a door command, an operation detection command, and a freeze command are transmitted.

  These commands consist of 1-byte type data indicating the command type and 1-byte extension data indicating the command content, and the sub-control unit 91 can determine the command type from the type data.

  The inserted number command is a command that can specify the number of inserted medals, that is, the number of medals used for setting the number of bets, and is a state from the end of the game (after changing the setting) to the start of the game. Or, when a prescribed number of bets is not set, a medal is inserted, or when the bet number is set by operating the MAXBET switch 6. The inserted number command is transmitted when the betting number setting operation is performed, so that it is possible to specify that the betting number setting operation has been performed by receiving the inserted number command.

  The credit command is a command that can specify the number of medals stored as credits, and is a state from the end of the game (after setting change) to the start of the game, and in a state where a predetermined number of bets is set, Sent when a medal is inserted and credits are added.

  The internal winning command is a command that can specify the internal lottery result, and is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated to start the game. Further, since the internal winning command is transmitted when the start switch 7 is operated, it is possible to specify that the start switch 7 has been operated by receiving the internal winning command.

  The reel rotation start command is a command for notifying the start of reel rotation, and is transmitted when rotation of the reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is started.

  The reel stop command is a command that can specify whether the reel to be stopped is the left reel, the middle reel, or the right reel, the area number of the corresponding reel stop operation position, and the area number of the corresponding reel stop position. And is transmitted each time stop control is performed in accordance with the stop operation of each reel. Since the reel stop command is transmitted when the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated, it is possible to specify that the stop switches 8L, 8C, and 8R are operated by receiving the reel stop command. .

  The winning number command is a command that can specify the combination of symbols arranged on the winning line LN, whether or not there is a winning, the type of winning, the number of medals to be paid out, and all the reels are stopped and the winning determination is performed. Sent after.

  The payout start command is a command for notifying the start of payout of medals, and is transmitted when the payout of medals is started by winning or winning a credit (including medals used for setting the number of bets). The payout end command is a command for notifying the end of payout of medals, and is transmitted when the payout of medals by winning and winning a credit is completed.

  The return command is a command indicating that the main control unit 41 has returned to the control state before the power interruption, and is transmitted when the main control unit 41 returns to the control state before the power interruption.

  The gaming state command is a command that can specify the current gaming state (normal gaming state, inside CB1, inside CB2, CB1, 2), and is transmitted at the end of the game.

  The standby command is a command indicating a transition to the standby state, and after one game is over, a credit (which was used for setting the bet number) is set when the transition to the standby state is made after a predetermined time without setting the bet number. (Including medals) is sent out after the payout of medals is completed and a payout end command is sent.

  The stop command is a command indicating the occurrence or release of the stop state. When the stop state is controlled after the CB is finished, the stop command indicating the occurrence of the stop state is transmitted, the reset operation is performed, and the stop command is performed. When the stop state is released, a stop command indicating the release of the stop state is transmitted.

  An error command is a command that indicates the occurrence or cancellation of an error condition and the type of error condition. When an error is determined and controlled to an error condition, an error command indicating the occurrence and type of the error condition is sent and reset. When the error state is canceled after the operation is performed, an error command indicating the cancellation of the error state is transmitted.

  The setting command is a command indicating the start or end of the setting change state and the setting value after the setting change. At the time of transition to the setting change state, a setting command indicating the start of the setting change state is transmitted, and when the setting change state ends. A setting command indicating the end of the setting change state, the setting value after the setting change, and the gaming state after the setting change (normal gaming state, inside CB1, inside CB2, CB1, 2) is transmitted. Further, since the control state of the main control unit 41 is initialized with the transition to the setting change state, it can be specified that the control state of the main control unit 41 has been initialized by the setting command indicating the start of setting. .

  The setting confirmation command is a command that indicates the start or end of the setting confirmation state. A setting confirmation command that indicates the start of setting confirmation is transmitted when entering the setting confirmation state, and the setting confirmation end is indicated when the setting confirmation state ends. A confirmation command is sent.

  The door command is a command indicating the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25, that is, on (open state) / off (closed state), when the power is turned on, at the end of one game (after the game is over, the bet number of the next game) Sent before the setting of ”can be started), and when the detection state of the door opening detection switch 25 changes (from on to off, from off to on).

  The operation detection command is a command indicating the detection state (on / off) of the operation switches (MAXBET switch 6, start switch 7, stop switches 8L, 8C, 8R), and is transmitted periodically.

  The freeze command is a command that can specify the start and end of a freeze that is executed by the main control unit 41 when a lottery target part of a navigation stock lottery described later is won. Freezing is control for delaying the progress of a game over a predetermined delay period within one game. In the present embodiment, when the control is performed to freeze, the timing for entering an effective reception state in which the operation of the stop switch is effectively received is delayed. When the start switch 7 is operated, the main control unit 41 starts the freeze when the winning lottery in the Navistock lottery is won, and transmits a freeze command to the sub-control unit 91. When the predetermined delay period ends, Stop sending freeze commands that have been sent.

  Of these commands, commands other than the door command and the operation detection command are generated in the basic process, temporarily stored in the command queue provided in the RAM 41c, and transmitted in the command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main) described above. .

  On the other hand, the door command is generated in the door monitoring process of the timer interrupt process (main), temporarily stored in the command queue provided in the RAM 41c, and transmitted in the command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main) thereafter. The

  The operation detection command is generated based on the detection state of the switch every time the command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main) is executed 10 times, and transferred to the serial communication circuit 511, so that It is transmitted to the control unit 91. The operation detection command is generated in the switch input determination process of the timer interrupt process (main), temporarily stored in the command queue provided in the RAM 41c, and then the command transmission process of the timer interrupt process (main). And sent.

[Control by sub-control unit 91 at the time of command reception]
Next, the control of the effect performed by the sub-control unit 91 based on the command transmitted from the main control unit 41 to the effect control board 90 will be described.

  When the sub control unit 91 receives a command from the main control unit 41, the sub control unit 91 executes a command reception interrupt process. In the command reception interrupt process, the command acquired from the command transmission line is stored in the reception buffer provided in the RAM 91c.

  The reception buffer is provided with an area capable of storing a maximum of 16 commands so that a plurality of commands can be accumulated.

  In the timer interrupt process (sub), the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not an unprocessed command is stored in the reception buffer. If an unprocessed command is stored, the sub-control unit 91 is the earliest. Based on the control pattern table stored in the ROM 91b based on the command received in the stage, the liquid crystal display 51, the effect effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, the reel LED 55, etc. based on the control contents registered in the control pattern table Performs output control of various rendering devices.

  In the control pattern table, the display pattern of the liquid crystal display 51 corresponding to the type of command, the lighting mode of the lighting effect LED 52, the output mode of the speakers 53 and 54, the lighting mode of the reel LED, etc. Control patterns of these effect devices are registered, and when the sub-control unit 91 receives a command, the sub-control unit 91 stores the control patterns registered corresponding to the effect patterns set in the RAM 91c in the game of the control pattern table. Among these, the control pattern corresponding to the type of the received command is referred to, and the output control of the rendering device is performed based on the control pattern. Thereby, the production according to the production pattern and the progress of the game is executed.

  For example, when the sub control unit 91 receives a freeze command from the main control unit 41, a freeze effect (for example, a character image “Lottery!”) Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 to notify the execution of the navigation stock lottery. (Direction).

  If the sub-control unit 91 receives a new command during the execution of an effect triggered by the reception of a certain command, the sub-control unit 91 stops the effect based on the control pattern being executed and sets the newly received command. An effect based on the corresponding control pattern is executed. In other words, even if the production is not finished to the end, when a new command is received, the production that was being executed is canceled and a new command is received unless the received new command is not a command that triggers a new production. An effect based on the command is executed. As will be described later, in the case of controlling the bet number setting operation to be delayed (BET freeze) during the performance, even if the bet number setting operation is performed during that time, The BET command is not transmitted, and as a result, the effect being executed is not canceled with these operations.

  When the internal winning command is received, the effect pattern is selected at a selection rate corresponding to the result of the internal lottery indicated by the internal winning command, and is set in the RAM 91c. The selection rate of the effect pattern is registered in the effect table stored in the ROM 91b, and when the sub control unit 91 receives the internal winning command, the sub control unit 91 stores the effect pattern in the effect table according to the result of the internal lottery indicated by the internal winning command. With reference to the registered selection rate, one of the effect patterns is selected from a plurality of types of effect patterns according to the selection rate, and the selected effect pattern is set in the RAM 91c as the effect pattern of the game. Even if the same command is received, a different control pattern is selected depending on the effect pattern selected when the internal winning command is received. As a result, different effects may be performed depending on the effect pattern.

[Winners]
FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 are diagrams for explaining the types of roles, symbol combinations, and technical matters related to the roles in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining the transition of the gaming state controlled by the main control unit 41, and FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an outline of the gaming state.

  First, with reference to FIG. 6, the special combination among the winning combinations will be described. Among the winning combinations, the special combination includes CB1 and CB2.

  CB1 has a combination of “white 7-bell replay”, “white 7-replay-white 7”, or “white 7-replay-cherry a” on the winning line LN in the normal gaming state or inside. Wins and the gaming state shifts to CB1.

  CB2 is awarded when any combination of “Bell-Bell-Replay”, “Replay-Replay-BAR”, or “Replay-Replay-Plum” is aligned on the winning line LN in the normal gaming state or inside. The gaming state shifts to CB2.

  CB1 and CB2 are in a state in which winnings of all small combinations are permitted, and any small combination will always win regardless of the timing of the stop operation during CB1 and CB2. CB 1 and 2 are terminated when the total number of medals paid out in the CB exceeds 11 sheets.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 7, the small combination among the winning combinations will be described. Among the winning roles, 1 bell 1A, 1 bell 1B, 1 bell 2, 1 bell 3, 1 bell 4A, 1 bell 4B, 1 bell 5, 1 bell 6, 1 A single bell 7A, a single bell 7B, a single bell 8, a single bell 9, a single 1, a single 2, a middle bell, a right-down bell, a lower bell, a middle cherry, and a lower cherry are included.

  In the following description, if it is not particularly necessary to distinguish, one bell 1A, one bell 1B, one bell 2, one bell 3, one bell 4A, one bell 4B, one bell 5, 1, The single bell 6, the single bell 7A, the single bell 7B, the single bell 8, and the single bell 9 are simply referred to as a single bell, and the single 1 and the single 2 are simply referred to as one.

  The single bell 1A becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-White 7” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2 (however, in the normal gaming state) In the case of the inside of CB2, it is limited to 3BET), when one bell 1A wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 1A wins in CB1, 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, “cherry a” of the middle reel, and “white 7” of the right reel constituting the single bell 1A are arranged at positions below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-White 7” is arranged on the winning line LN, the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is arranged on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  In addition, the “replay” of the left reel composing one bell 1A is arranged within 5 frames, but “cherry a” of the middle reel composing one bell 1A and “white 7” of the right reel are There are places that are not arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, even if the 1-bell 1A is won in the internal lottery described later, if the middle reel and the right reel are not stopped at an appropriate timing, the winning 1-bell 1A will not be won. .

  The single bell 1B becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-Cherry a” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2 (however, in the normal gaming state) In the case of the inside of CB2, it is limited to 3BET), when one bell 1B wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 1B wins in CB1, 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “cherry a” of the middle reel, and the “cherry a” of the right reel that constitute the single bell 1B are positioned one position below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-Cherry a” is aligned on the winning line LN, the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is aligned on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  The “replay” of the left reel that constitutes one bell 1B is arranged within 5 frames, but the “cherry a” of the middle reel that constitutes one bell 1B and the “cherry a” of the right reel are There are places that are not arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, even if the single bell 1B is won in the internal lottery described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning single bell 1B. Absent.

  The single bell 2 becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and is in the normal gaming state or inside the CB 1 or 2 (however, in the normal gaming state, When the inside of CB2 is limited to 3BET), when one bell 2 wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 2 wins in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “cherry a” of the middle reel, and the “BAR” of the right reel constituting the single bell 2 are arranged at positions below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN, the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is aligned on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  In addition, the “replay” of the left reel composing the single bell 2 is arranged within 5 frames, but the “cherry a” of the middle reel composing the single bell 2 and the “BAR” of the right reel are 5 There are places that are not placed within the frame. For this reason, even if one bell 2 is won in an internal lottery to be described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 2 Absent.

  The single bell 3 becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-Plum” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and is in the normal gaming state or inside the CB 1 or 2 (however, in the normal gaming state, When the inside of CB2 is limited to 3BET), when one bell 3 wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 3 wins in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “cherry a” of the middle reel, and the “plum” of the right reel constituting the single bell 3 are arranged at positions below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-Plum” is arranged on the winning line LN, the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is arranged on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  The “replay” of the left reel constituting the single bell 3 is arranged within 5 frames, but the “cherry a” of the middle reel constituting the single bell 3 and the “plum” of the right reel are 5 There are places that are not placed within the frame. For this reason, even if one bell 3 is won in the internal lottery described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 3 Absent.

  The single bell 4A becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Cherry b-White 7” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and is in the normal gaming state or inside the CB 1 or 2 (however, in the normal gaming state) In the case of the inside of CB2, it is limited to 3BET), when one bell 4A wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 4A wins in CB1, 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “cherry b” of the middle reel, and the “white 7” of the right reel constituting the single bell 4A are positioned one position below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “Replay-Cherry b-White 7” is aligned with the winning line LN, the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is aligned with the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  The “replay” of the left reel constituting the single bell 4A is arranged within 5 frames, but the “cherry b” of the middle reel constituting the single bell 4A and the “white 7” of the right reel are There are places that are not arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, even if one bell 4A is won in the internal lottery described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 4A. Absent.

  The single bell 4B becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Cherry b-Cherry a” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2 (however, in the normal gaming state) In the case of the inside of CB2, it is limited to 3BET), when one bell 4B wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 4B wins in CB1, 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “cherry b” of the middle reel, and the “cherry a” of the right reel that make up one bell 4B are located one position below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “Replay-Cherry b-Cherry a” is aligned on the winning line LN, the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is aligned on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  The “replay” of the left reel constituting the single bell 4B is arranged within 5 frames, but the “cherry b” of the middle reel and the “cherry a” of the right reel constituting the single bell 4B are There are places that are not arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, even if one bell 4B is won in an internal lottery to be described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 4B. Absent.

  The single bell 5 becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Cherry b-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2 (however, in the normal gaming state, When the inside of CB2 is limited to 3BET), when one bell 5 wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 5 wins in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “cherry b” of the middle reel, and the “BAR” of the right reel constituting the single bell 5 are arranged at positions below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “Replay-Cherry a-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN, the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is aligned on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  Also, the “replay” of the left reel constituting the single bell 5 is arranged within 5 frames, but the “cherry b” of the middle reel constituting the single bell 5 and the “BAR” of the right reel are 5 There are places that are not placed within the frame. For this reason, even if one bell 5 is won in an internal lottery to be described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 5 Absent.

  The single bell 6 becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Cherry b-Plum” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and is in the normal gaming state or inside the CB 1 or 2 (however, in the normal gaming state, When the inside of the CB 2 is limited to 3 BET), when one bell 6 wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 6 wins in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “cherry b” of the middle reel, and the “plum” of the right reel constituting the single bell 6 are one below the “bell” of each reel. Therefore, when the “replay-cherry b-plum” combination is aligned with the winning line LN, the “bell-bell-bell” combination is aligned with the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  The “replay” of the left reel constituting the single bell 6 is arranged within 5 frames, but the “cherry b” of the middle reel constituting the single bell 6 and the “BAR” of the right reel are 5 There are places that are not placed within the frame. For this reason, even if one bell 6 is won in an internal lottery to be described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 6 Absent.

  The single bell 7A becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Plum-White 7” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and in the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2, (the normal gaming state, When the inside of CB2 is limited to 3BET), when one bell 7A wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 7A wins in CB1, 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “plum” of the middle reel, and the “white 7” of the right reel that constitute the single bell 7A are arranged at positions below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “Replay-Plum-White 7” is aligned on the winning line LN, the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is aligned on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  In addition, the “replay” of the left reel constituting the single bell 7A is arranged to be within 5 frames, but the “plum” of the middle reel constituting the single bell 7A and the “white 7” of the right reel. There are places that are not arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, even if one bell 7A is won in the internal lottery described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 7A. Absent.

  The single bell 7B becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Plum-Cherry a” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and in the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2, (the normal gaming state, When the inside of CB2 is limited to 3BET), when one bell 7B wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 7B wins in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “plum” of the middle reel, and the “cherry a” of the right reel constituting the single bell 7B are arranged at positions one level below the “bell”. Therefore, when the combination of “replay-plum-cherry a” is aligned on the winning line LN, the combination of “bell-bell-bell” is aligned on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  The “replay” of the left reel constituting the single bell 7B is arranged within 5 frames, but the “plum” of the middle reel constituting the single bell 7B and the “cherry a” of the right reel are 5 There are places that are not placed within the frame. For this reason, even if one bell 7B is won in the internal lottery described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 7B. Absent.

  The single bell 8 becomes a winning when the combination of “Replay-Plum-BAR” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and is in the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2 (however, the normal gaming state, CB2 When the inside of the inside is limited to 3 BET), when one bell 8 wins, one medal is paid out. Further, when one bell 8 wins in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “plum” of the middle reel, and the “BAR” of the right reel constituting the single bell 8 are arranged at positions below the “bell”. Therefore, when the “Replay-Plum-BAR” combination is aligned on the winning line LN, the “Bell-Bell-Bell” combination is aligned on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  The “replay” of the left reel composing the single bell 8 is arranged within five frames, but the “plum” of the middle reel composing the single bell 8 and the “BAR” of the right reel are five frames. There are places that are not located within. For this reason, even if one bell 8 is won in an internal lottery to be described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 8 Absent.

  The single bell 9 is awarded when the combination of “Replay-Plum-Plum” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and is in the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2 (however, the normal gaming state, CB2 When the inside of the inside is limited to 3 BET), when one bell 9 wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when one bell 9 wins in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “plum” of the middle reel, and the “plum” of the right reel constituting the single bell 9 are arranged at positions below the “bell”. Therefore, when the “replay-plum-plum” combination is aligned on the winning line LN, the “bell-bell-bell” combination is aligned on the upper stage, that is, the invalid line LM1.

  The “replay” of the left reel composing the single bell 9 is arranged within 5 frames, but the “plum” of the middle reel composing the single bell 9 and the “plum” of the right reel are 5 frames. There are places that are not located within. For this reason, even if one bell 9 is won in the internal lottery to be described later, if the stop operation of the middle reel and the right reel is not performed at an appropriate timing, it is possible to win the winning one bell 9 Absent.

  In each gaming state, one piece 1 is “blue 7-bell-red 7”, “blue 7-bell-replay”, “watermelon-bell-red 7” or “watermelon-bell-replay” on the winning line LN. When one of these combinations is complete, a prize is awarded, and one prize is awarded when one prize is awarded in the normal gaming state or inside the CB 1 or 2 (however, in the normal gaming state or inside the CB 2 is limited to 3 BET). Medals are paid out. In addition, when one of the CBs 1 and 2 wins, two medals are paid out.

  Referring to FIG. 3, any one of “Blue 7” and “Watermelon” on the left reel that constitutes one sheet, “Bell” on the middle reel, “Red 7” on the right reel, and “Replay” One of these symbols is placed within 5 frames. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when one sheet is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that the prize can be awarded regardless of the timing of the stop operation.

  In any gaming state, each of the two cards can be any one of “Blue 7-BAR-Bell”, “Blue 7-Replay Bell”, “Watermelon-BAR-Bell” or “Watermelon-Replay-Bell” on the winning line LN. When one of these combinations is complete, the player wins a prize, and when one player 2 wins in the normal gaming state or in the inside of CB 1 or 2 (however, in the normal gaming state or inside CB 2 is limited to 3 BET), one medal is awarded. To be paid out. In addition, when two medals are won in CB1 and CB2, two medals are paid out.

  Referring to FIG. 3, one of the left reel “Blue 7” and “Watermelon” constituting one sheet 2, the middle reel “BAR” and “Replay”, the right reel “Bell” "Is arranged to be within 5 frames. For this reason, in the internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that, in principle, when one sheet 2 is won, it can be said that the prize can be awarded regardless of the timing of the stop operation.

  The middle bell is awarded when the combination of “Bell-Bell-Bell” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state, and is in the normal gaming state or inside the CB1, 2 (however, in the normal gaming state, inside the CB2) In the case of 3 BET), when the middle bell wins, 8 medals are paid out. It should be noted that two medals are paid out when the middle bell wins in the normal gaming state or in the 2BET game inside the CB2. In CB 1 and 2, the middle bell is not won.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “bell” of the left reel, the “bell” of the middle reel, and the “bell” of the right reel constituting the middle bell are arranged within 5 frames in each. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when a middle bell is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that it can be awarded regardless of the timing of the stop operation.

  The right-down bell is awarded when the combination of “Replay-Bell-Red 7” or “Replay-Bell-Replay” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state. (However, if the player is in the normal gaming state and is in the middle of CB2, it is limited to 3BET). When the right falling bell wins, 8 medals are paid out. Further, in CB1 and CB2, the right-down bell is not won.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel that constitutes the right-down bell is arranged at a position below the “bell”, and “red 7” and “replay” of the right reel are , “BELL-BELL-BELL” when a combination of “REPLAY-BELL-RED 7” or “REPLAY-BELL-REPLAY” is aligned on the winning line LN. Will fall to the right, that is, will be aligned with the invalid line LM3.

  In addition, one of the symbols “replay” of the left reel, “bell” of the middle reel, “red 7” of the right reel, and “replay” constituting the downward-sloping bell is arranged within 5 frames in each. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when the right down bell is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that it can be awarded regardless of the timing of the stop operation.

  The lower bell is placed in the winning line LN in any game state with “blue 7-white 7-red 7”, “blue 7-white 7-replay”, “blue 7-BAR-red 7”, “blue 7-BAR”. -"Replay", "Blue 7-Replay-Red 7", "Blue 7-Replay-Replay", or "Watermelon-White 7-Red 7", "Watermelon-White 7-Replay", "Watermelon-BAR-Red 7" ”,“ Watermelon-BAR-Replay ”,“ Watermelon-Replay-Red 7 ”,“ Watermelon-Replay-Replay ”will be awarded when any combination is complete and the normal gaming state or inside CB1, 2 (however, When the lower bell wins in the normal gaming state, when the inside of CB2 is 3BET), 8 medals are paid out. In CB1 and 2, the lower bell is not won.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, “Blue 7” and “Watermelon” on the left reel constituting the lower bell, “White 7”, “BAR” and “Replay” on the middle reel, “Red 7” on the right reel and Since “Replay” is arranged one position above “Bell”, “Blue 7-White 7-Red 7”, “Blue 7-White 7-Replay”, “Blue 7-” are displayed on the winning line LN. "BAR-Red 7", "Blue 7-BAR-Replay", "Blue 7-Replay-Red 7", "Blue 7-Replay-Replay", or "Watermelon-White 7-Red 7", "Watermelon-White 7" -"Replay", "Watermelon-BAR-Red 7", "Watermelon-BAR-Replay", "Watermelon-Replay-Red 7", "Watermelon-Replay-Replay" The combination of “-bell” is aligned with the lower stage, that is, the invalid line LM2.

  Also, the left reel “Blue 7” or “Watermelon” symbol, the middle reel “White 7”, “BAR” or “Replay” symbol, the right reel “Red” The symbols “7” and “Replay” are arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when the lower bell is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that, in principle, it can be awarded regardless of the timing of the stop operation.

  The middle cherries are awarded when the combination of “Cherry a-BAR-Bell” or “Cherry a-Replay-Bell” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state. (However, in the normal gaming state, in the case of inside CB2, it is limited to 3BET) When the middle cherries wins, one medal is paid out. In addition, when the middle cherries win in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Referring to FIG. 3, the middle reel “BAR” and “Replay” symbols and the right reel “Bell” are arranged within 5 frames. The symbol of “cherry a” on the left reel that constitutes “” includes places that are not arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, even if the middle cherries are won in an internal lottery to be described later, if the left reel is not stopped at an appropriate timing, the winning middle cherries will not be won.

  The lower cherries are awarded when the combination of “BAR--BAR-Bell” or “BAR-Replay-Bell” is aligned on the winning line LN in any gaming state. However, one medal is paid out when the lower cherry wins in the normal gaming state, which is limited to 3 BET when inside the CB2. In addition, when the lower cherries win in CB1 and 2, two medals are paid out.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, since the “BAR” of the left reel constituting the lower cherries is arranged one position above “Cherry a”, the “BAR” of the left reel is placed on the winning line LN. When stopped, the combination of “cherry a-any-any” is aligned to the lower stage and to the right, that is, to the invalid lines LM2 and LM4.

  In addition, the symbol “BAR” or “Replay” on the middle reel that constitutes the lower cherry, and the “bell” on the right reel are arranged to be within 5 frames, but the left cherry that constitutes the lower cherry The reel “BAR” is not arranged to be within 5 frames. For this reason, even if the lower cherries are won in an internal lottery to be described later, if the left reel is not stopped at an appropriate timing, the winning lower cherries will not be won.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 7, the re-game player among the winning combinations will be described. Among the winning combinations, the replaying combination includes middle replay and right-up replay.

  The middle stage replay is awarded when a combination of “replay-replay-replay” is arranged on the winning line LN in the normal gaming state or inside the CBs 1 and 2, and a replay game (replay) is given.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “replay” of the left reel, the “replay” of the middle reel, and the “replay” of the right reel constituting the normal replay 1 are arranged within 5 frames in each. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when the middle stage replay is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that the prize can be awarded regardless of the timing of the stop operation.

  A right-up replay is a win when a combination of “Bell-Replay-Red 7” or “Bell-Replay-Bell” is aligned on the winning line LN in the normal gaming state or inside the CBs 1 and 2, and the replay game (replay game ) Is given.

  Here, referring to FIG. 3, the “bell” of the left reel that constitutes the right-up replay is arranged one position above the “replay”, and “red 7” and “bell” of the right reel are , When the combination of “Bell-Replay-Red 7” or “Bell-Replay-Bell” is aligned with the winning line LN, the line rises to the right, that is, the invalid line LM4. Thus, a combination of “replay-replay-replay” is prepared.

  In addition, one of the left reel “bell”, the middle reel “replay”, the right reel “red 7”, and “bell”, which constitute the upward replay, is arranged within 5 frames. For this reason, it can be said that, in principle, when a rightward replay is won in an internal lottery to be described later, it can be said that it can be awarded regardless of the timing of the stop operation.

[Lottery eligible role]
Next, with reference to FIG. 10 to FIG. 12, a combination of lottery object combinations that are read as lottery object combinations for each gaming state will be described. In the present embodiment, as described above, the game state is the normal game state or the internal lottery is performed only in the inside of CB1 and 2, and the internal lottery is determined depending on whether the game state is the normal game state or in the inside of CB1 and 2 The winning role and its winning probability are different. Furthermore, even in the same gaming state, depending on whether the betting number setting is 2 BET or 3 BET, the winning combination and the winning probability thereof are different. As will be described later as a lottery target combination, a plurality of winning combinations can be read simultaneously and can be won in duplicate. FIG. 12 shows combinations of combinations that are read for each lottery target combination, and by indicating “+” between winning combinations, it is shown that the combination is simultaneously read out as a lottery target combination in the internal lottery.

  In FIG. 10 and FIG. 11, the lottery object combination is shown in the vertical column, and the gaming state is shown in the horizontal column. In the column where the gaming state intersects with the lottery target, a circle indicates that it is a lottery target when in the gaming state, and a cross indicates that it is not a lottery target when in the gaming state. It shows that.

  Also, the numerical values shown below the circles indicate the number of determination values of a predetermined set value (common in this embodiment regardless of the set value). An internal lottery is performed using the number of determination values. The denominator of the number of determination values is set to “65536” in correspondence with a random number for internal lottery (an integer from 0 to 65535). For this reason, for example, the winning probability of the lottery subject for which “1006” is set as the number of determination values is 1006/65536.

First, the internal lottery when the normal gaming state is controlled will be described.
When the bet amount is set with 2 BETs in the normal gaming state, CB1, CB2, all small combinations, and normal replay are the target combinations for the internal lottery. Here, all small roles include all the small roles such as middle left bell 1-9, middle right bell 1-9, right left bell 1-9, right middle bell 1-9, weak cherry, and strong cherry. It is.

  When the betting amount is set with 3BET in the normal gaming state, CB1, CB2, middle left bell 1-9, middle right bell 1-9, right left bell 1-9, right middle bell 1-9, weak cherry, strong cherry, And normal replay is the target for internal lottery.

  Thus, in the normal gaming state, the types of winning combinations and the number of determination values differ depending on whether 2BET or 3BET is set.

  For example, in the 2BET game, the winning probability of CB1 is 1/65536, and the winning probability of CB2 is 9559/65536 (about 1 / 6.8), whereas in the 3BET game, CB1 The winning probability is 9559/65536 (about 1 / 6.8), and the winning probability of CB2 is 1/65536. That is, when the bet amount is set with 2 BETs in the normal gaming state, the probability of winning CB2 is higher than CB1, and the possibility of winning CB1 is as close to zero as possible (substantially zero). On the other hand, when the bet amount is set with 3 BETs in the normal gaming state, the probability of winning CB1 is higher than CB2, and the possibility of winning CB2 is as close to zero as possible (substantially zero).

  Thereby, in the normal gaming state, it is possible to set the winning probability of the player who wants to win out of CB1 and CB2 by controlling the number of bets to be made by the player. For example, in the present embodiment, when the AT, which will be described later, is not controllable in the normal game state, the player is allowed to play the game with 3 BET as usual to make it easy to win CB1, and when the AT is controllable, the player In order to make it easier to win CB2, the player is encouraged to play the game with 2BET.

  Also, in a game with 2 BETs, all small combinations can be won. When all the small combinations are won, the middle bell wins and two medals are paid out. Furthermore, in the game at the time of 2BET, other push order bells, weak cherries and strong cherries are not won. As a result, in a game in which two bets are made in the normal gaming state, only two medals are paid out per game, so that the medal payout rate does not exceed 100%.

  In the normal game state, the probability of winning a re-game is about 1 / 7.3 regardless of whether the game is 2BET or 3BET.

  Next, the internal lottery when controlled inside the CB1 will be described. In the inside of CB1, all the games are in a state where CB1 has been won, and when a winning combination is made by internal lottery, CB1 and the winning combination are in a state of being won in duplicate.

  When the number of bets is set with 2 BET in the interior of CB1, all the small combinations and the normal replay are targeted for the internal lottery.

  When 3BET bets are set inside CB1, middle left bell 1-9, middle right bell 1-9, right left bell 1-9, right middle bell 1-9, weak cherry, strong cherry, and normal replay It becomes a target for internal lottery.

  As described above, even in the inside of CB1, the types of winning combinations and the number of determination values differ depending on whether 2BET or 3BET is set.

  For example, in a game with 2 BETs, all small roles can be won, and other push order bells, weak cherries and strong cherries are not won, whereas in 3 BET games, Other push order bells, weak cherries and strong cherries are won without winning all small roles. In the present embodiment, since the player is not prompted by a production or the like to play a game with 2 BETs inside CB 1, the game is played with 3 BETs as usual.

  Here, the probability of losing in 3BET (that is, the probability of CB1 being in a single winning state) is about 1 / 3.4. For this reason, in the inside of CB1, the game state is shifted to CB1 by winning CB1 with a probability of about 1 / 3.4.

  In the interior of CB1, regardless of whether it is 2BET or 3BET, the probability of winning a re-game is about 1 / 7.3.

  Next, the internal lottery when controlled inside the CB2 will be described. In the inside of CB2, all the games are in a state where CB2 has been won, and when a winning combination is made by internal lottery, CB2 and the winning combination are in a state of overlapping winning.

  When the bet amount is set with 2BET inside the CB2, all the small combinations and the normal replay are the target combinations for the internal lottery.

  When 3BET bets are set inside CB2, middle left bell 1-9, middle right bell 1-9, right left bell 1-9, right middle bell 1-9, weak cherry, strong cherry, and normal replay It becomes a target for internal lottery.

  As described above, even in the inside of CB2, the types of winning combinations and the number of determination values differ depending on whether 2BET or 3BET is set.

  For example, in a game with 2 BETs, all small roles can be won, and other push order bells, weak cherries and strong cherries are not won, whereas in 3 BET games, Other push order bells, weak cherries and strong cherries are won without winning all small roles. In the 2BET game, the normal replay win probability is 8978/65536, and the replay player win probability is about 1 / 7.3, whereas in the 3BET game, The winning probability of replay is 27819/65536, and the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 2.4.

  Further, the probability of losing at 2 BET (that is, the probability that CB2 will be elected alone) is about 1 / 3.4, whereas the probability of losing at 3 BET (that is, CB2). Is the probability of becoming a single winner) is about 1/65536. In other words, when the bet amount is set with 2BET in the inside of CB2, the possibility of winning the CB2 is high, and when the bet number is set with 3BET, the possibility of winning the CB2 is almost zero (substantially zero). It has become.

  In the 2BET game, all small combinations can be won. When all the small combinations are won, the middle bell wins and two medals are paid out. Furthermore, in the game at the time of 2BET, other push order bells, weak cherries and strong cherries are not won. As a result, in a game in which two bets are placed inside the CB2, only two medals are paid out per game, so that the medal payout rate does not exceed 100%.

  As a result, by controlling the number of bets to be made by the player in the inside of CB2, it is easy to win CB2, and the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 7.3 which is the same as in the normal gaming state and inside CB1. The game state may be changed to a state where it is difficult to win CB2 and the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 3.4 higher than in the normal game state or inside CB1. Is possible. For example, in the present embodiment, when the AT can be controlled within the CB2, the player is allowed to play the game with 3BET as usual to maintain a high medal payout rate, and when the AT cannot be controlled, the player In order to make it easier to win CB2, the player is encouraged to produce a game with 2 BETs by directing and the like so that the medal payout rate does not exceed 100%.

  As shown in FIG. 12, the middle left bell 1 is a combination of 1 bell 1A + 1 bell 1B + 1 bell 4A + 1 bell 4B + 1 1 + middle bell, and the middle left bell 2 is 1 bell 2 + 1 bell 5 + 1. 1 + middle bell, 1 left bell 3 + 1 bell 6 + 1 1 + 1 middle bell combination, middle left bell 4 = 1 bell 4A + 1 bell 4B + 1 bell 7A + 1 bell 7B + 1 1+ Middle bell combination, middle left bell 5 means 1 bell 5 + 1 bell 8 + 1 1+ middle bell combination, middle left bell 6 means 1 bell 6 + 1 sheet 9 + 1 1+ middle bell combination, middle left bell 7 is a combination of 1 bell 1A + 1 bell 1B + 1 bell 7A + 1 bell 7B + 1 1 + middle bell, middle left bell 8 is a combination of 1 bell 2 + 1 bell 8 + 1 1 + middle bell, middle left bell 9 Is Single bell 3 + one bell 9 + 1 sheets, which is a combination of 1+ middle level.

  The middle right bell 1 is a combination of 1 bell 1A + 1 bell 1B + 1 bell 5 + 1 1 + middle bell, and the middle right bell 2 is a combination of 1 bell 2 + 1 bell 6 + 1 1 + middle bell. The right bell 3 is a combination of 1 bell 3 + 1 bell 7A + 1 bell 7B + 1 1 + middle bell, and the middle right bell 4 is a combination of 1 bell 4A + 1 bell 4B + 1 bell 8 + 1 1 + middle bell, middle right bell 5 is a combination of 1 bell 5 + 1 bell 9 + 1 1+ middle bell, middle right bell 6 is 1 bell 1A + 1 bell 1B + 1 bell 6 + 1 1+ middle bell combination, middle right bell 7 is 1 2 bells + 1 bell 7A + 1 bell 7B + 1 + 1 middle bell, middle right bell 8 is 1 bell 3 + 1 bell 8 + 1 + middle bell combination, middle right bell 9 is 1 bell 4A + 1 bell 4B + 1 Bell 9 + 1 sheets, which is a combination of 1+ middle bell.

  The right / left bell 1 is a combination of one bell 1A + 1 bell 1B + 1 bell 4A + 1 bell 4B + 1 + 2 + middle bell, and the right / left bell 2 is a combination of one bell 2 + 1 bell 5 + 1 + middle bell, right left bell 3 is a combination of 1 bell 3 + 1 sheet 6 + 1 sheet 2 + middle bell, and right and left bell 4 is a combination of 1 bell 4A + 1 sheet 4B + 1 sheet 7A + 1 sheet 7B + 1 sheet 2 + middle section bell, right and left bell 5 1-bell 5 + 1-sheet 8 + 1-sheet 2+ middle-bell combination, right-left bell 6 is 1-bell 6 + 1-sheet 9 + 1-sheet 2+ middle-bell combination, right-left bell 7 is 1-bell 1A + 1-sheet 1B + 1-sheet 7A + 1 7B + 1 + 2+ middle bell, right and left bell 8 is 1 bell 2 + 1 bell 8 + 1 + 2 + middle bell combination, right and left bell 9 is 1 bell 3 + 1 bell +1 sheets 2+ is a combination of the middle bell.

  Also, the right middle bell 1 is a combination of 1 bell 1A + 1 bell 1B + 1 bell 2 + 1 sheet 2 + middle bell, and the right middle bell 2 is a combination of 1 bell 2 + 1 bell 3 + 1 sheet 2 + middle bell, right middle bell. 3 is a combination of one bell 3 + 1 bell 4A + 1 bell 4B + 1 2 + middle bell, and right middle bell 4 is a combination of one bell 4A + 1 bell 4B + 1 bell 5 + 1 2 + middle bell, right middle bell 5. Is a combination of 1 bell 5 + 1 bell 6 + 1 sheet 2 + middle bell, right middle bell 6 is a combination of 1 bell 6 + 1 sheet bell 7A + 1 bell 7B + 1 sheet 2 + middle bell, and right middle bell 7 is a single bell 7A + 1 bell 7B + 1 bell 8 + 2 + middle bell combination, right middle bell 8 means 1 bell 8 + 1 bell 9 + 1 + 2 middle bell combination, right middle bell 9 means 1 bell 1A + 1 bell 1B + 1 bell +1 sheets 2+ is a combination of the middle bell.

  In the following description, the middle left bells 1 to 9 are simply referred to as middle left bells, the middle right bells 1 to 9 are simply referred to as middle right bells, and the right and left bells 1 to 9 are simply referred to as right and left unless otherwise distinguished. It is called a bell, and the right middle bell 1-9 may be simply called a right middle bell. Moreover, when it is not necessary to distinguish any of the middle left bells 1 to 9, the middle right bells 1 to 9, the right and left bells 1 to 9, and the right middle bells 1 to 9, they may be simply referred to as push order bells.

  The weak cherry is a combination of lower cherries + 1 sheet 2 and the strong cherry is a combination of middle cherries + lower cherries + 1 sheet 2.

  When a weak cherry is won, the left reel is set to the first stop, and if "cherry" is stopped at a timing that can stop both the middle and lower tiers, "cherry" stops at the lower tier of the left reel. On the other hand, when the strong cherry is won, the left reel is set to the first stop, and if the operation of stopping the left reel is performed at a timing at which the “cherry” can be stopped in the middle or lower stage, The “cherry” is controlled to stop at the middle of the left reel. If the middle reel or the right reel is set to the first stop, the “cherry” can be stopped at both the middle and lower tiers at the time of winning the strong cherries and weak cherries. When a stop operation is performed, “cherry” is controlled to stop at the lower stage of the left reel.

  For this reason, whether or not “cherry” stops at the middle stage of the left reel as a result of the left reel being stopped for the first time and the operation of stopping the left reel at a timing at which “cherry” can be stopped at either the middle stage or the lower stage. Depending on whether or not it is a strong cherry or a weak cherry, it can be recognized.

  In addition, both weak cherries and strong cherries are won at the same time as 2 sheets, and when the left reel is stopped at a timing other than the timing at which “Cherry” can be stopped at both the middle and lower tiers. Are controlled so that the combination of two sheets is always aligned with the winning line.

The normal replay is a combination of middle replay + upward replay.
[Reel control when pushing order bell wins]
In this embodiment, when the push order bell is won, as shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, the small combination determined according to the type of the push order bell won and the stop order is maximized on the winning line. Control is performed so that the four frames are drawn and stopped in the same manner.

  When the middle left bell 1 is elected, the middle bell wins by performing the stop operation in the middle left and right stop order, and one piece by performing the stop operation in a stop order other than the middle left and right Either the bell 1A, the single bell 1B, the single bell 4A, the single bell 4B, or the single 1 wins, or none of the roles are available. In other words, 8 medals can be obtained when the stop operation is performed in the middle / left / right stop order, whereas one medal is obtained when the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the middle / left / right order. There are cases where it is possible, but there are cases where one medal cannot be obtained.

  In addition, even when the middle left bells 2 to 9 are elected, the middle bell wins by performing the stop operation in the middle left and right stop order, and the stop operation is performed in the stop order other than the middle left and right. Then, one bell won a prize, or neither role is prepared. In other words, 8 medals can be obtained when the stop operation is performed in the middle / left / right stop order, whereas one medal is obtained when the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the middle / left / right order. There are cases where it is possible, but there are cases where one medal cannot be obtained.

  If the middle right bell 1 is elected, the middle bell will win by performing the stop operation in the middle right left stop order, and one piece by performing the stop operation in a stop order other than the middle right left Either the bell 1A, the single bell 1B, the single bell 5 or the single 1 wins, or none of the roles are available. In other words, 8 medals can be obtained when the stop operation is performed in the middle right / left stop order, whereas one medal is obtained when the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the middle right / left. There are cases where it is possible, but there are cases where one medal cannot be obtained.

  In addition, even if the middle right bells 2 to 9 are elected, the middle bell will win by performing the stop operation in the middle right left stop order, and the stop operation in the stop order other than the middle right left will be performed. Then, one bell won a prize, or neither role is prepared. In other words, 8 medals can be obtained when the stop operation is performed in the middle right / left stop order, whereas one medal is obtained when the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the middle right / left. There are cases where it is possible, but there are cases where one medal cannot be obtained.

  If the right / left bell 1 is elected, the middle bell will win by performing the stop operation in the right / left / middle stop order. Either 1A, 1-bell 1B, 1-bell 4A, 1-bell 4B, or 1-sheet 2 wins, or any combination is not available. In other words, 8 medals can be obtained if the stop operation is performed in the order of stoppage in the middle left and right, whereas one medal is obtained in the case of performing the stop operation in a stop order other than the middle right. There are cases where it is possible, but there are cases where one medal cannot be obtained.

  Also, even if the right and left bells 2 to 9 are elected, the middle bell will win by performing the stop operation in the order of stop in the right and left middle, and by performing the stop operation in the stop order other than the right and left center, Either one bell wins or no role is available. In other words, 8 medals can be obtained if the stop operation is performed in the order of stoppage in the middle left and right, whereas one medal is obtained in the case of performing the stop operation in a stop order other than the middle right. There are cases where it is possible, but there are cases where one medal cannot be obtained.

  If right middle bell 1 is elected, the middle bell will win by performing the stop operation in the right middle left stop order, and by performing the stop operation in a stop order other than the right middle left, Either 1-bell 1A, 1-bell 1B, 1-bell 2 or 1-sheet 2 wins, or any combination is not available. In other words, 8 medals can be obtained when the stop operation is performed in the right / left / left stop order, whereas one medal is performed when the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the right / left / right. May be obtained, but there may be cases where a single medal cannot be obtained.

  Also, even if the right middle bells 2-9 are elected, the middle bell will win by performing the stop operation in the right middle left stop order, and the stop operation will be performed in the stop order other than the right middle left. By doing, one bell wins or does not have any role. In other words, 8 medals can be obtained when the stop operation is performed in the right / left / left stop order, whereas one medal is performed when the stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the right / left / right. May be obtained, but there may be cases where a single medal cannot be obtained.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when any of the middle left bell, middle right bell, right left bell, right middle bell, that is, the push order bell is won, the stop operation is performed in the operation mode corresponding to the type of the winning combination. While the middle bell always wins and 8 medals can be obtained, one bell wins by performing a stop operation in an operation mode other than the operation mode according to the type of the winning combination, You can get one medal or you can't get one.

  For this reason, at the time of winning the push order bell, the expected value of the number of medals to be paid out can be changed depending on whether or not the operation is performed according to the type of winning combination. In other words, even if one of the push order bells is won, if the type is not known, a specific operation mode cannot be selected intentionally, and if the stop order matches, eight medals can be reliably obtained. However, if the stop order does not match, even if medals can be obtained, only one medal can be obtained, and no medal can be obtained.

[Reel control when winning CB1,2]
In the present embodiment, a game in which CB1 or CB2 can be won (in the normal game state, CB1 or CB2 is a winning game. (Losing game that has not been won), it is possible to stop the combination of the winning CB1 or CB2 on the winning line.

  In a game in which CB1 can be won, at the timing of a stop operation for drawing “white 7” constituting CB1 in the left reel into the winning line LN, control is performed so that “white 7” is given priority and stopped on the winning line LN. Do. Here, in order to draw “white 7” into the winning line LN in the left reel, the stop operation must be performed at the timing when the 8th to 11th symbols are positioned on the winning line LN. However, in the present embodiment, when the left reel is stopped for the first time, whether or not “cherry” stops at the middle stage of the left reel can be recognized. Therefore, the player tends to perform a stop operation at a timing (so-called recommended timing) when the symbols 2 to 6 are positioned on the winning line LN so as to stop the “cherry” in the middle stage of the left reel. Therefore, as long as the player performs a stop operation to stop “Cherry” in the middle stage as described above, “White 7” cannot be drawn into the winning line LN in the left reel, and CB1 cannot be won. It has become. In the present embodiment, the timing of the stop operation for drawing “white 7” into the winning line LN in the left reel in a game in which CB1 can be won in CB1 only when navigator stock is acquired. The CB navigation to notify is performed.

  As shown in FIG. 15, when a stop operation is performed in a stop order in which the left reel or the middle reel is the first stop in a game in which CB2 can be won, Control is performed to stop the winning line LN with priority given to “replay” in “replay”. At this time, since the “replay” is arranged within 5 frames for both the left reel and the middle reel, the “replay” always stops on the winning line LN for the left reel and the middle reel regardless of the timing of the stop operation. Therefore, combinations that can be aligned at this point in the combination of CB2 are limited to “replay-replay-BAR” and “replay-replay-plum”. The right reel's "BAR" and "Plum" that make up the combination of "Replay-Replay-BAR" and "Replay-Replay-Plum" have more than 5 frames. When the stop operation is performed in the order of stop with the reels as the first stop and “replay” is stopped on the winning line LN in the left reel or the middle reel, the “BAR” or “Plum” pull-in range becomes 0 to 7 When the right reel is stopped at the timing of Nos. 16 to 20, “BAR” or “Plum” is stopped on the winning line LN, and CB2 wins, but “BAR” or “Plum” If a stop operation is performed at timings 8 to 15 that are outside the pull-in range, “BAR” or “Plum” will not stop on the winning line LN, and no winning will be won. You have me.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 15, when a stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop in a game in which CB2 can be won, “BAR”, “Plum” and Control is performed to stop the winning line LN with priority given to “replay” in “replay”. At this time, since the “replay” is arranged within 5 frames on the right reel, the “replay” always stops on the pay line LN on the right reel regardless of the timing of the stop operation, and the combination of CB2 Of these, combinations that can be aligned at this point are limited to “bell-bell-replay”. Since the “bell” of the left reel and the right reel constituting the “bell-bell-replay” combination are both arranged within 5 frames, the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop. When “replay” is stopped on the winning line LN in the right reel, “bell” is always stopped in the left reel and the middle reel regardless of the timing of the stop operation, and CB2 wins.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when a stop operation is performed in a stop order in which the left reel or the middle reel is the first stop in a game in which CB2 can win a prize, CB2 is awarded according to the stop timing. Thus, when the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop, it is possible to always win CB2.

[Reel control in CB1, 2]
Next, the reel control in CB1 and CB2 will be described. In this embodiment, a game is played with 2BETs in CB1 and CB2, and all small roles are always won. In addition, even if it is a game in CB1, 2, you may perform an internal lottery. In this case, regardless of the result of the internal lottery, the winning flags of all the small combinations may be set so that all the small combinations are surely won.

  Here, in the normal gaming state, the number of medals that may be paid out by winning is either one or eight as shown in FIG. On the other hand, in CB 1 and 2, two medals are uniformly paid out regardless of which small combination wins. In this way, in CB 1 and 2, winning one of the small roles, it is possible to improve the interest of the game, while suppressing the number of medals paid out. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from having an excessive increase in euphoria and to prevent a situation in which the design of the medal payout rate in the advantageous state (ART) described later is limited. be able to. The number of medals to be paid out in CB1 and CB2 is any value between the maximum payout number (8 in this embodiment) and the minimum payout number (1 in this embodiment). It may be a value (for example, 3 or 4).

  In the present embodiment, in a game in CB1 or 2, a small combination with a small number of payouts (such as one bell) without winning a small combination with a large number of payouts (middle bell, right-down bell, and lower bell). ) Reel control is performed so that only a prize is won. In the games in CB 1 and 2, a small role with a large number of payouts (middle bell, right-down bell, and lower bell) may be won, but a small role with a small payout number (one bell). Etc.) are preferred.

  If, in CB1 and 2, reel control is performed in which a small combination with a large number of payouts is given a higher priority than a small combination with a small number of payouts, even if a small combination for which eight medals are paid out wins, Since only two cards are paid out, the player is given a sense of loss. Therefore, as in the present embodiment, if the reel control is performed such that a small combination with a large number of payouts is given a higher priority than a small combination with a small number of payouts, the frequency of giving such a feeling of loss is reduced. Can be made.

  As described above, in this embodiment, in CB 1 and 2, all types of small roles are always won, but when a small role winning occurs, the number of medals to be paid out is two regardless of the type. Since it is limited, the euphoria in CB1 and 2 does not increase too much. Furthermore, a small combination in which a medal to which two or less medals are paid out in a normal gaming state is given priority over a small combination in which a maximum of eight medals are paid out in the normal gaming state. Because the reel control is performed in order to prevent the player from feeling lost even if medals paid out in one game in CB1 and CB2 are set to be smaller than the medals paid out in one game in the normal gaming state it can.

[Game state transition]
In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8 and FIG. 9, the normal game state is controlled to any of CB1 inside, CB2 inside, CB1 and CB2.

  The normal gaming state is a state in which the winning flag of CB1 or CB2 is not carried over, and the game shifts from the game after the end of CB1 or CB2. Then, regardless of the number of games since the transition to the normal gaming state, the normal gaming state is won by CB1 or CB2, and the winning CB1 or CB2 wins and shifts to CB1 or CB2. The process ends when CB1 or CB2 moves into the interior of CB1 or CB2 without winning.

  When the bet amount is set with 2BET in the normal gaming state, the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 7.3 and is not controlled by the AT described later, and the medal payout rate is less than 100%. . Also, when the bet amount is set with 2 BETs in the normal gaming state, the probability of winning CB1 is 1/65536, while the probability of winning CB2 is 1 / 6.8. For this reason, at the time of 2BET, it is easier to win CB2 than CB1.

  On the other hand, when the bet amount is set with 3 BETs in the normal gaming state, the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 7.3 and is not controlled by the AT, and the medal payout rate is less than 100%. . In addition, when the bet number is set with 3 BETs in the normal gaming state, the probability of winning CB1 is 1 / 6.8, whereas the probability of winning CB2 is 1/65536. For this reason, at the time of 3BET, it is easier to win CB1 than CB2.

  In the normal gaming state, it is recommended to play a game with 3 BET when the AT cannot control, and it is recommended to play a game with 2 BET when the AT can be controlled. Further, in the normal gaming state, the probability of winning the navigation stock in the navigation stock lottery described later is set higher than in the inside of the CBs 1 and 2. However, in the case of shifting to the normal gaming state with the RAM clearing operation, the navigation stock lottery is not executed until the transition to the inside of the CB 1 and 2 thereafter.

  The inside of CB1 is a state in which the winning flag of CB1 is carried over, and a transition is made from the game next to the game won by CB1 in the normal gaming state. Then, the inside of CB1 ends by shifting to CB1 with the winning of CB1.

  When the bet amount is set with 2 BETs inside the CB1, the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 7.3 and is not controlled by the AT, and the medal payout rate is less than 100%. Note that in the inside of CB1, it is recommended to play a game with 3 BETs, so a game is not played with 2 BETs.

  On the other hand, when the number of bets is set in 3BET inside CB1, the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 7.3 and is not controlled by the AT, and the medal payout rate is less than 100%. . The reason why CB1 can win a prize in the inside of CB1 is a game in which the result of the internal lottery is lost, and the probability that the result of the internal lottery is lost in the inside of CB1 is about 1 / 3.4. In the inside of CB1, it becomes possible to win CB1 with a probability of about 1 / 3.4. However, as long as the stop operation is performed at the recommended timing, considering that it is impossible to win CB1 by drawing “White 7” into the winning line LN on the left reel, the navigation stock is acquired and the CB navigation is executed. Unless done, the probability of winning CB1 will be very low. Furthermore, since the probability that the navigation stock is won in the navigation stock lottery is set lower than the normal gaming state and CB 1 and 2 in the inside of CB1, the probability that the navigation stock is acquired and the CB navigation is executed is also low. It has become.

  The inside of CB2 is a state in which the winning flag of CB2 is carried over, and shifts from the game next to the game won in CB2 in the normal gaming state. Then, the inside of CB2 ends by shifting to CB2 with the winning of CB2.

  When the bet amount is set with 2BET in the inside of CB2, the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 7.3 and is not controlled by the AT, and the medal payout rate is less than 100%.

  On the other hand, when the bet amount is set with 3BET inside the CB2, the winning probability of the re-gamer is about 1 / 2.4 and is controlled by the AT, so the medal payout rate exceeds 100%. Here, in the inside of CB2, it is recommended to play a game with 2 BET when the AT cannot be controlled, and it is recommended to play a game with 3 BET when the AT can be controlled. Therefore, in a game in which a bet is set with 3BET inside CB2, the winning probability of the re-gamer is higher than other states (normal game state, inside CB1, CB1, 2) and is controlled by AT. The medal payout rate exceeds 100% because the player is in an advantageous state advantageous to the player. In the following, a state where the winning probability of the re-gamer is improved is also referred to as RT (replay time), and further, a state where the winning probability of the re-gamer is improved and controlled by the AT is also referred to as ART. In other words, ART is an advantageous state in which the winning probability of a re-gamer is improved and is advantageous for a player controlled by an AT.

  In other words, the advantageous state in the present embodiment is the inside of the CB 2 when it can be controlled by the AT. On the other hand, the normal state in the present embodiment is a state in which the winning probability of the re-gamer is the same as the normal game state or a state that cannot be controlled by the AT. That is, in this embodiment, the normal state is a state other than the inside of CB2 when it is controllable by AT (normal gaming state, inside of CB1, 2, CB1, inside CB2 when it is not controllable by AT). is there.

  CB2 can win a prize in the inside of CB2 in a game where the result of the internal lottery is lost, and the probability that the result of the internal lottery will be lost in the inside is about 1 / 3.4 at the time of 2BET. On the other hand, it becomes about 1/65536 at the time of 3BET. For this reason, when the AT can be controlled, the ART state is maintained as long as the recommended 3BET game is played, and when the AT becomes uncontrollable, the player is prompted to play the 2BET game and wins the CB2 prize. With this, the inside of CB2 is terminated. Note that in the inside of CB2, the probability that the navigation stock is won in the navigation stock lottery is set lower than the normal gaming state and CB1 and CB2.

  CB1 is a gaming state in which winnings of all small roles are allowed in any game, and transitions from the next game when CB1 wins in the normal gaming state or inside CB1. Then, CB1 ends when the total number of medals paid out during CB1 exceeds 11, and shifts to the normal gaming state from the next game.

  CB2 is a gaming state in which winnings of all small roles are allowed in any game, and transitions from the next game when CB2 wins in the normal gaming state or inside CB2. Then, CB2 ends when the total number of medals paid out during CB2 exceeds 11, and shifts to the normal gaming state from the next game.

  Note that during CB 1 and 2, one of the small roles always wins and pays out two medals, so after the start of CB 1 and 2, the game ends in 6 games. After CB 1 and 2 are completed, the game state is again shifted to the normal gaming state. In CB 1 and 2, a game is played with 2 BETs. Further, as described above, since a small role always wins and pays out two medals, the medal payout rate is 100%.

  In CB1 and CB2 (in CB2, only when the transition from the inside of CB2 occurs), the probability of winning the navigation stock in the navigation stock lottery is set higher than in the inside of CB1 and CB2. However, in CB1, when the transition to the normal gaming state is made in accordance with the RAM clear operation, the navigation stock lottery is not executed in the CB1 that has been shifted to the inside of the CB1 thereafter. In CB1 and CB2, the internal lottery is not performed, and the winning of all small roles is allowed in any game. However, after the internal lottery is performed, regardless of the result of the internal lottery, Even in this game, a configuration in which winning of all small roles is allowed may be used.

  As described above, in CB1, the winning probability of the re-gamer is 1 / 7.3, which is the same as the normal game state, and is not controlled by the AT, so the medal payout rate per game is less than 1. Become. Inside CB2, if not controlled by AT, 2BET game is recommended and the winning probability of re-gamer is 1 / 7.3, which is the same as the normal game state. On the other hand, when the payout rate is less than 1, when the AT is controlled, 3BET gaming is recommended and the winning probability of the re-gamer is 1 / 2.4, which is higher than the normal gaming state. The payout rate of medals per game exceeds 1.

  In addition, when a special combination and a small combination are won at the same time, control is performed so that the small combination is prioritized, and all the small combinations that are subject to internal lottery within CB1 and CB2 are provided. CB1 or CB2 component symbol drawing range overlaps with the small role component symbol drawing range, and even if any small character combination wins, the composition symbol of the small character combination allowed by these lottery results is The winning line LN will be stopped. In other words, if any small combination is elected inside CB 1 or 2, CB 1 and CB 2 will not be won.

  In addition, when the special combination and the re-playing combination are won at the same time, the control is performed so that the re-playing combination is always made. In this case, CB1 and CB2 will not win.

  Furthermore, in the inside of CB1 and 2, since any small role or any replaying role is always won unless the result of the internal lottery is lost, CB1 or CB2 does not win unless the lottery results are lost. Therefore, in particular, within the CB2, as long as the game is played with 3BET, the result of the internal lottery is lost only with a probability of 1/65536, so that the ART is almost maintained.

  As described above, in the slot machine 1 of the present embodiment, the winning probability of the re-gamer is the same as that in the normal game state in the CB1 even in the state where the winning status of the special role is carried over, whereas the CB2 Inside, the winning probability of the re-gamer is improved compared to the normal game state. Furthermore, even in the state inside the CB2, the winning probability of the re-gamer is improved from that in the normal game state only when it can be controlled by the AT.

  Here, if only one type of CB is provided instead of a plurality of types as in the present embodiment, and the CB is always transferred to the inside of the CB when the CB is elected, AT Regardless of the presence or absence of the game, the winning probability of the re-gamer will be improved more than the normal gaming state. In this case, considering that the medal payout rate is maintained high (also referred to as a rise in the base) even during non-AT, it is necessary to suppress the medal payout rate within a certain upper limit range. The design of the medal payout rate will be limited. Also, if the winning probability of the re-gamer inside the CB is the same as the normal gaming state, it will not be possible to make an advantageous state (ART) inside the CB, making it impossible to create a state where the payout rate of medals is high, There is a risk that the interest of the game will decline. In addition, in this case, the probability that the result of the internal lottery will be lost in the inside of the CB is improved by the reduction in the winning probability of the re-gamer, so there is a possibility that the player will win a CB immediately. , Game fun and sharpness will be lost.

  Thus, as in the present embodiment, it is conceivable to provide a plurality of types of CBs and shift the gaming state into the interior corresponding to each CB. However, even in a situation that cannot be controlled by the AT, for example, inside the CB1 or inside the CB2 (non-AT), the winning probability of the re-gamer is normal game as in the inside of the CB2 at the time of AT (ART). If it improves uniformly over the state, the base at the time of non-AT rises and the design of the medal payout rate at the time of AT is limited. For example, if the winning probability of the re-gamer in the inside of CB1 is 1 / 2.4 as in the inside of CB2 at the time of 3BET, the medal payout rate is kept high even in a state where the AT cannot control (for example, 100 % Or more). In this case, the base is raised even at non-AT time, and accordingly, the limit value of the medal payout rate at AT time must be kept low. In this case, the fun and sharpness of the game such that the payout rate of medals exceeds 100% for the first time when the ART becomes the same as the inside of the CB2 at the time of AT is lost throughout the game.

  However, in the present embodiment, the winning probability of the re-gamer is improved from the normal gaming state only when controllable by the AT, so that it can be controlled in the CB2 and by the AT. Only occasionally becomes an advantageous state such as ART, and the medal payout rate can exceed 100%, and the medal payout rate can be prevented from exceeding 100% in other CB1 interiors or in non-AT CB2 interiors. be able to. In this way, depending on whether or not the inside of CB2 where the winning probability of the re-gamer is increased, whether to be in an advantageous state or not is changed, so that even in the normal state that cannot be controlled by the AT, medals are paid out It can be prevented that the rate is maintained high and the design of the medal payout rate in an advantageous state such as ART is limited. As a result, the fun and sharpness of the game can be created throughout the game.

  Further, as described above, in the slot machine 1 according to the present embodiment, most of the game is controlled inside the CB 1 and 2 (particularly, most of the game is maintained inside the CB 2 during AT). Therefore, on the premise that the inside of CB 1 and 2 is controlled, the inside of CB 1 and 2 is set so that the payout rate of medals according to settings 1 to 6 becomes a value determined according to each set value. By setting whether or not to control to AT, specifically, winning probability of Navistock lottery, winning probability of extra lottery, etc., a medal payout rate according to settings 1 to 6 is set. ing.

  Thus, it can be said that the inside of the CBs 1 and 2 is a state where the game can proceed and the medal payout rate based on the predetermined design value is secured. In particular, in the present embodiment, the medals payout rate based on a predetermined design value is secured because the medal payout rate exceeds 100% by becoming ART in the CB2. Such a state is also referred to as an “appropriate state”. On the other hand, as in the normal gaming state and CB1 and 2, the medal payout rate is less than 100%, and a state different from the appropriate state is also referred to as an inappropriate state.

[AT]
In the present embodiment, the sub-control unit 91 determines whether or not to grant a navigation stock that is a right to be controlled by the AT when a lottery condition corresponding to the gaming state is satisfied, except for a penalty period described later. Make a lottery. In the navigation stock lottery, by determining the number of navigation stocks including 0, whether or not to provide the navigation stock number is determined. In the present embodiment, when the navigation stock lottery is executed, the main control unit 41 controls the freeze state, and the sub control unit 91 executes the freeze effect.

  The number of navigation stocks indicates the number of rights controlled by the AT over a predetermined number of games (50 games in the present embodiment). By consuming (subtracting) the number of navigation stock by 1, the AT is controlled for a predetermined number of games, and a navigation effect is executed during that time. In the present embodiment, the AT starts only inside the CB2, and the counting of the predetermined number of games is started. When the counting of the predetermined number of games is completed, the AT is also ended. That is, the AT in the present embodiment is controlled in a period from the start of counting the predetermined number of games corresponding to the number of owned navigation stocks to the end of counting the predetermined number of games. For this reason, it can be said that the greater the determined number of navigation stocks, the higher the degree of advantage for the player.

  If the navigation stock is won when the number of navigation stocks remains, the number of navigation stocks won this time is added to the remaining navigation stocks.

  In the case of the present embodiment, in CB1 and 2, the lottery conditions are established and the navigation stock lottery is performed when a weak cherry or a strong cherry is won. In the normal gaming state, when a game is played with 3BET (for example, the normal gaming state (3) shown in FIG. 16 and the normal gaming state (2) at the time of 3BET), a weak cherry or a strong cherry is won. When the lottery conditions are established and the Navistock lottery is performed and the game is played with 2 BETs (for example, the normal gaming state (2) at the time of 2 BETs shown in FIG. 16), the lottery conditions are selected. Is established and the Navistock lottery is held. Furthermore, in CB1 and 2, a navigation stock lottery is performed every game.

  Moreover, as shown in FIG. 9, the winning probability that the navigation stock is won in the navigation stock lottery differs depending on the gaming state of the lottery opportunity. Specifically, in the navigation stock lottery performed in the normal gaming state and in CB 1 and 2 (only when transitioning from inside CB 2 in CB 2), navigation performed in CB 2 that has transitioned directly from inside CB 1 and normal gaming state. The winning probability of Navistock is set higher than the stock lottery. In CB2 where the game progresses mainly during AT, the winning probability of Navistock (addition probability of the number of AT games) is set higher than in CB1 where the game progresses mainly during non-AT. It may be a thing. In this way, the number of AT games under control can be easily increased, and the interest of the game can be improved for the player.

  The sub-control unit 91 stores the number of navigation stocks in a navigation stock number storage area (to be described later) of the RAM 91c when the number of navigation stocks of 1 or more is determined in the navigation stock lottery except during AT. The sub-control unit 91 specifies whether or not to control to AT based on the presence / absence of the number of navigation stocks in the RAM 91c in the CB2. When the number of navigation stocks of 1 or more remains, after AT introduction notification indicating AT winning is performed through a predetermined introduction effect, the navigation stock is subtracted by 1 and AT control is started.

  After the AT starts, the stop order for winning the middle bell when the push order bell is won will be notified. Therefore, by performing the stop operation according to the notified stop order, more medals will be paid out from one or the middle bell. It is possible to win a middle bell with a certainty.

  The sub-control unit 91 stores, in the RAM 91c, the remaining number of AT games (50 games in the present embodiment) executed by the navigation stock when the navigation stock is consumed, that is, at the start of the AT. The sub-control unit 91 subtracts 1 from the number of remaining games in the RAM 91c each time one game is consumed, and controls to AT during a period until the number of remaining games becomes zero. When the number of games remains and the target role of navigation is won, a navigation effect is executed. Thereafter, when the number of remaining AT games becomes 0 and no navigation stock remains, the AT is terminated.

  In addition, when the navigation stock remains, 1 is consumed (subtracted) from the navigation stock number, a predetermined number of games is newly set, and then the AT is controlled to AT during a period until the remaining number of games of the AT becomes zero. To do. Thus, the AT is continuously controlled until the number of navigation stocks becomes zero.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 performs an extra lottery to determine whether or not to increase the number of AT games when winning a weak cherry or a strong cherry during the AT. In the extra lottery, a game number is determined from a plurality of game numbers including 0, and whether or not the AT game number is added is determined. When it is determined that the number of AT games will be increased by the additional lottery, the determined number of games is added to the remaining number of games in the RAM 91c.

  If the sub-control unit 91 is controlled by the AT, the sub-control unit 91 executes a navigation effect by winning the navigation target combination. The navigation target combination in the present embodiment is a push order bell.

  The navigation effect when winning one of the push order bells is notified of the stop order (see FIGS. 13 and 14) for winning the middle bell. For example, when one of the middle left bells 1 to 9 is won, the middle bell can be won by performing the stop operation in the middle left and right stop order, so that the stop order corresponding to each reel such as “213” is set. It is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. In addition, when one of the middle right bells 1 to 9 is won, the middle bell can be won by performing a stop operation in the middle right / left stop order, so that the stop order corresponding to each reel such as “312” is set. It is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. When one of the right and left bells 1 to 9 is won, the middle bell can be won by performing the stop operation in the right and left middle stop order, so the stop order corresponding to each reel such as “231” is displayed on the liquid crystal display. 51. In addition, when one of the right middle bells 1 to 9 is won, the middle bell can be won by performing the stop operation in the right middle left stop order, so the stop order corresponding to each reel such as “321”. Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

  In addition, the aspect of a navigation effect is not restricted to such an aspect, What kind of thing may be sufficient as long as a player can distinguish according to a winning condition. The navigation effect is not limited to the one displayed on the liquid crystal display 51, and may be executed using the effect effect LED 52, the speakers 53 and 54, the reel LED 55, and the like.

  Then, by executing the navigation effect, it is possible to win the middle bell with eight payouts intentionally.

  In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, the main control unit 41 can acquire eight medals only in the stopping order with the middle reel or the right reel as the first stop when the push order bell is won. The bell is controlled so that it can win a prize, and when winning the push order bell, in the stop order with the left reel as the first stop, either one prize that can win only one medal is won, It is controlled not to win.

  On the other hand, the sub-control unit 91 sets the stop order other than the stop order in which the left reel is the first stop, that is, the middle reel or the right reel as the first stop in the situation where the AT is not controlled or the navigation effect is not executed. When a stop operation is performed in the order of stop, which is one stop, the penalty period is controlled over a certain period (10 games in the present embodiment). Note that the sub-control unit 91 may execute a navigation effect even in a state where it is not controlled by the AT, and a navigation effect that notifies the stop order in which the middle reel or the right reel is first stopped is executed. When the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the reel or the right reel is the first stop, there is no control during the penalty period.

  During the penalty period, even if the winning lottery wins, the navigation stock lottery is not performed, the AT is not controlled, or the navigation effect is not executed. The stop operation in the stop order is controlled during the penalty period, which is disadvantageous to the player. In such a situation, the player is prompted to perform the stop operation with the left reel as the first stop. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the middle bell from winning a prize when the pushing order bell is won even though it is not controlled by the AT.

  In this embodiment, the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the middle reel is the first stop or in the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop. The stop operation in the stop order of 1 stop is more in the game value that the player can acquire in the game than the stop order in which the middle reel is the first stop or the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop. It is designed so that the expected value is higher. The expected value specified here is not based on the expected value for only one game, but is based on the premise that the game will be continued in consideration of the grant of the right of the AT (navistock) obtained after that one game. Indicates expected value. Therefore, the player should perform the stop operation in the stop order in which the left reel is the first stop.

  That is, in this embodiment, it is possible to win the middle bell when winning the push order bell by performing the stop operation in the stop order in which the middle reel or the right reel is the first stop. As a result, there is a penalty, so the stop operation in the stop order with the left reel as the first stop is better than the stop operation in the stop order with the middle reel as the first stop or stop order with the right reel as the first stop. Expectations are higher for the player.

  As described above, in this embodiment, when the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the left reel is the first stop, a penalty is not given and it is most advantageous for the player. The stop order for the first stop is set as a recommended stop order recommended for the player.

[Relationship between game state transition and production]
Next, the relationship between the transition of the gaming state controlled by the main control unit 41 and the effects controlled by the sub control unit will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 and 17.

  As shown in FIG. 16, the main control unit 41 clears all areas of the RAM 41c by performing a RAM clear operation, that is, an operation that starts with both the setting key switch 37 and the reset / setting switch 38 turned on. In the case of a game, the game state is controlled to the normal game state in which neither CB1 nor CB2 is won as the initial game state. In the following, the normal gaming state that has been transferred with the initialization of the RAM 41c is referred to as a normal gaming state (1).

  In the normal gaming state (1), the sub-control unit 91 issues a notification during preparation for notifying that the gaming state is a preparation state until the game state is shifted to the inside of the CB1 after the initialization of the RAM 41c, and shifts to the inside of the CB1. Until it is done, the game shop clerk etc. are encouraged to play. In the notification in preparation, for example, as shown in FIG. 17A, a notification screen in preparation for displaying a message “in preparation” is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 does not execute the navigation stock lottery in the normal gaming state (1) and does not control the AT. In the present embodiment, since the navigation stock lottery is not executed in the normal gaming state (1), the main controller 41 does not control the freeze state even if a weak cherry or a strong cherry is won. Since the freeze command is not transmitted, the sub-control unit 91 does not execute the freeze effect.

  In this way, in the improper state such as the normal game state (1) being prepared, the execution of the freeze that delays the progress of the game is restricted, so that, for example, the store clerk plays the game from the improper state to the appropriate state. Freeze is not performed when the operation for shifting the state is performed, and time is not wasted until the delay period ends. Therefore, even when the store clerk performs the operation of shifting the gaming state from the improper state to the appropriate state, the work time due to freezing does not increase.

  When the main control unit 41 wins CB1 in the game in which the CB1 is won in the normal gaming state (1), that is, the game in which the winning CB1 can be won, the main control unit 41 shifts the gaming state to CB1. On the other hand, if the CB1 is not won in the game won in CB1 in the normal gaming state (1), the winning flag of the winning CB1 is carried over, and the gaming state is shifted to the inside of CB1. Here, in the normal gaming state (1), since the AT is not controllable, the game is played with 3 BET, and there is almost no possibility of winning CB2 (probability of 1/65536). CB1 will be won with a probability of 6.8.

  The sub-control unit 91 executes a CB avoidance navigation capable of specifying an operation mode for avoiding winning of the selected CB1 in the game won by CB1 in the normal gaming state (1), and avoids winning of the selected CB1. The CB1 is intentionally urged to move inside.

  In the CB avoidance navigation, for example, as shown in FIG. 17B, the liquid crystal display 51 displays a CB avoidance navigation screen on which the stop order for avoiding the winning CB1 and the symbol combination of the winning CB1 are displayed. . FIG. 17B shows an example of the CB avoidance navigation screen when CB1 is won, and in order to avoid CB1, “White 7-Replay-White 7 / Cherry a” which is a combination of symbols of CB1 is displayed. The

  In the present embodiment, it is possible to avoid winning of the winning CB1 unless the stop operation for drawing “white 7” into the winning line LN is performed on the left reel. For this reason, it becomes possible to identify the timing of the stop operation for avoiding winning of the winning CB1 by identifying the winning CB1 on the CB avoidance navigation screen.

  When the main control unit 41 wins CB1 in the normal gaming state (1) as described above, the main control unit 41 shifts the gaming state to CB1.

  The sub-control unit 91 notifies the CB1 that the game is in preparation from the normal gaming state, and prompts the game by a store clerk or the like in the game hall until the CB1 shifts to the inside of the CB1.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 does not execute the navigation stock lottery and does not control the AT in the CB1 that has directly shifted from the normal gaming state (1) as in the normal gaming state (1). Therefore, in this CB1, the main control unit 41 does not control the freeze state, and no freeze command is transmitted, so that the sub control unit 91 does not execute the freeze effect.

  In this way, in the improper state such as CB1 being prepared, the execution of the freeze that delays the progress of the game is restricted. For example, the store clerk shifts the gaming state from the improper state to the appropriate state. Freezing is executed when performing the operation, and no time is wasted until the delay period ends. Therefore, even when the store clerk performs the operation of shifting the gaming state from the improper state to the appropriate state, the work time due to freezing does not increase.

  It should be noted that the navigation stock lottery may also be executed in the CB1 that has directly shifted from the normal gaming state (1) or the normal gaming state (1). However, even in this case, it is better not to control the freeze state.

  The main control unit 41 ends the CB1 through the game of 6 games after the transition to the CB1 that has directly transitioned from the normal gaming state (1), and then transitions again to the normal gaming state (1).

  As described above, the main control unit 41 shifts the gaming state to the inside of the CB1 when the winning CB1 is not won in the game which is won in the CB1 in the normal gaming state (1).

  The sub-control unit 91 terminates the in-preparation notification with the transition from the normal gaming state (1) to the inside of the CB1, and executes the normal performance in the inside of the CB1. The normal effect is an effect of an effect mode different from the notification in preparation. In the normal performance, for example, the normal screen shown in FIG.

  In addition, the sub-control unit 91 performs a navigation stock lottery when the lottery winning combination is won in the CB1. In the navigation stock lottery in CB1, the navigation stock lottery with a low probability that the winning stock and the average value of the winning number of the navigation stock are set lower than the navigation stock lottery performed in CB1 and 2, and the normal gaming state (2) described later. When one or more navigation stocks are won in the navigation stock lottery, they are stored without being consumed until they move into the interior of CB2 later.

  When the main control unit 41 wins CB1 in a game in which the result of the internal lottery is lost in the inside of CB1, that is, a game that can win the CB1 that has been won and carried over during the transition to the inside, the game state is changed. Move to CB1. However, in this embodiment, when navigation stock is not acquired in the navigation stock lottery, CB navigation that can specify the operation timing for winning CB1 is not executed. Thus, the gaming state is not shifted to CB1.

  In the inside of CB1, as described above, the result of the internal lottery is lost, so that it is possible to win the CB1 carried over. Since it is impossible to control the AT inside the CB1, the game is played with 3BET, and the probability that the result of the internal lottery will be lost is 1 / 3.4. In addition, when a navigation stock is acquired in the navigation stock lottery inside CB1, a navigation effect may be executed when a small role is won. Even in this case, considering that the probability that the result of the internal lottery is lost is 1 / 3.4 and the winning probability of the re-gamer is low, in most cases the payout rate of medals is Less than 100%. In addition, the navigation effect performed inside CB1 is different from the navigation effect after the count of the predetermined number of games is started as in CB2, and is not based on AT control. The inside of CB1 is in a non-AT state to the last.

  In the game in which the result of the internal lottery is lost in the inside of CB1, the sub-control unit 91 executes CB navigation that can specify the operation timing for winning CB1 only when the navigation stock is acquired, The CB1 that has been carried over is awarded and the CB1 is encouraged to shift.

  The operation timing for winning the CB1 carried over by the CB navigation can be specified, thereby making it possible to win the CB1 intentionally carried over.

  As described above, the main control unit 41 shifts the gaming state to CB1 when the result of the internal lottery is lost in CB1 and CB1 wins.

  The sub-control unit 91 performs navigation stock lottery every game in CB1. That is, the lottery conditions for the navigation stock lottery are more easily established than in the inside of CB1 and CB2. In CB1, the navigation stock lottery is executed with a probability that the winning probability of the navigation stock and the average value of the winning numbers are set higher than those in the inside of CB1 and CB2. It should be noted that even if the navigation stock is won in CB1, it is not controlled by the AT, but is controlled by the AT based on the navigation stock that is won the next time when moving into the CB2.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 ends the normal effect as the CB1 shifts from the inside to the CB1, and executes the special effect in CB1. The special effect is an effect of an effect mode different from the above-described preparation notification and normal effect, and for example, as shown in FIG. A special screen suggesting that the stock can be expected is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51.

  After shifting to CB1, the main control unit 41 ends the CB1 through 6 games and shifts the gaming state to the normal gaming state. Hereinafter, the normal gaming state that shifts after the end of CB1 is referred to as a normal gaming state (2).

  In the normal gaming state (2), the sub-control unit 91 performs a navigation stock lottery when a weak cherry or a strong cherry is won when playing with 3 BETs, and when all small roles are won when playing with 2 BETs. Navistock lottery. Also, in the normal gaming state (2), the average value of the winning probability and the winning number of the navigation stock is set higher than in the inside of the CBs 1 and 2, and the navigation stock lottery is executed with a high probability. In the normal gaming state (2), even if the navigation stock is won, it will not be controlled by the AT, but will be controlled by the AT based on the winning navigation stock when the next CB2 is entered.

  Further, the sub-control unit 91 continues to execute the special effect from CB1 even in the normal gaming state (2).

  Here, in the normal gaming state (2), it is recommended to play a game with 3 BET when it cannot be controlled by the AT, and it is recommended to play a game with 2 BET when it can be controlled by the AT. Therefore, when the navigation stock has been acquired in the game up to this point, the sub-control unit 91 executes 2BET navigation for allowing the player to set the bet amount with 2BET. When 2BET navigation is performed, even if the MAXBET switch 6 is operated, the operation signal is not accepted (becomes invalid).

  In the 2BET navigation, for example, a screen on which a message “Please 2BET” is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. As a result, the player is prompted by the 2BET navigation to play a game with 2BET. When the AT is not controllable, that is, when no navigation stock has been acquired in the game up to this point, the 2BET navigation is not executed, so the player will play the game with 3BET as usual. ing.

  In the normal gaming state (2), when the AT is not controllable, the game is played with 3BET, so there is almost no chance of winning CB2 (probability of 1/65536), with a probability of 1 / 6.8. You will win CB1. When CB1 is won in the normal gaming state (2), the game shifts to CB1 when winning the CB1 in the game won by the CB1, and shifts to the inside of the CB1 when the game won the CB1 does not win the CB1. (The illustration is omitted).

  On the other hand, in the normal gaming state (2), when the AT can be controlled, the game is played with 2BET, so there is almost no chance of winning CB1 (probability of 1/65536), and probability of 1 / 6.8. Will win CB2. When CB2 is won in the normal gaming state (2), the game moves to CB2 when winning the CB2 in the game won for the CB2, and shifts to the inside of the CB2 when the game won the CB2 does not win the CB2. .

  In addition, in a digestion game while a player plays a game with 2BET and waits for CB2 after 2BET Navi has been performed, in most cases, it will be won for all 2 small payouts or normal replays. Therefore, the medal payout rate does not exceed 100%.

  The sub-control unit 91 executes chance navigation in a game in which the CB 2 is won in the normal gaming state (2), that is, a game in which the winning CB 2 can be won.

  In the chance navigation, for example, as shown in FIG. 17 (f), the liquid crystal display 51 displays a screen in which a stop order for avoiding the winning CB2 and a message “chance” are displayed. The player is urged to change the gaming state to ART.

  In the present embodiment, when the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the left reel or the middle reel is the first stop, it is possible to avoid winning of the winning CB2, and in this case, is CB1 winning? Depending on whether CB2 is won, the timing of the stop operation that can avoid winning in the right reel is different. For this reason, it is possible to specify the stopping order that can avoid winning of CB2 on the chance navigation screen, and by displaying the message “chance”, it is possible to avoid winning of winning CB2 if it is an experienced player This makes it possible to specify the timing of the stop operation (stop timings 0 to 7 and 16 to 20). Note that even if the player is not an expert player, the stop switch is operated in order of stopping to avoid CB2 as in chance navigation, and the timing of the stop operation to avoid winning CB2 (0 to 7, 16) CB2 winning can be avoided if it can be operated luckily at the stop timing of No. 20).

  The sub-control unit 91 executes the navigation stock lottery with a low probability in the CB2 that has directly shifted from the normal gaming state (2), and does not control the AT.

  The main control unit 41 ends the CB2 through the game of 6 games after the transition to the CB2 that has directly transitioned from the normal gaming state (2), and then transitions to the normal gaming state (2) again. Here, it is highly possible that the navigation stock has been acquired in the normal gaming state (2), and that there is a possibility that the navigation stock is retained even after the transition to CB2. high. Also, in a game in which CB2 is won in the normal gaming state (2), it is conceivable that CB2 may be won unfortunately without being able to ride the chance navigation guidance well. For this reason, when the game state directly shifts from the normal gaming state (2) to CB2, the state shifts to the normal game state (2) again after the end of the CB2.

  On the other hand, the sub-control unit 91 ends the special effect in accordance with the transition from the normal gaming state (2) to the inside of the CB2, and executes the normal effect in the inside of the CB2.

  In addition, the sub-control unit 91 performs an extra navigation stock lottery when the winning combination is won in CB2. In the navigation stock lottery in CB2, the navigation stock lottery is executed with a low probability that the winning stock and the average number of winning winnings of the navigation stock are set lower than the navigation stock lottery performed in CB1, 2 and the normal game state (2) If one or more navigation stocks are won in the navigation stock lottery, the number of navigation stocks already acquired is added and stored.

  In CB2, the game is played with 3BET during the period that can be controlled by AT, so that the winning probability of the re-gamer is increased to 1 / 2.4 and becomes ART. In ART, a medal payout rate exceeds 100% because a middle bell with 8 payouts can be won by navigation effect without consuming medals. Further, when a game is played with 3 BETs, there is almost no possibility of losing in the internal lottery (probability of 1/65536), so ART is maintained.

  The sub-control unit 91 urges the player to execute 2BET navigation and play a game with 2BET when all the navigation stock is consumed within the CB2 and cannot be controlled by the AT. As a result, the probability of losing (that is, the probability that CB2 will be in a single winning state) is about 1 / 3.4, which makes it easier to win CB2.

  When the main control unit 41 wins CB2 in the game in which the result of the internal lottery is lost in the inside of CB2, that is, the game that can win the CB2 that has been won and carried over at the time of transition to the inside, the game state is changed. Move to CB2.

  The sub-control unit 91 executes CB navigation that can specify an operation mode for winning CB2 in a game in which the result of the internal lottery is lost in CB2, and wins CB2 that has been carried over to shift to CB2. It is supposed to encourage that.

  It is possible to specify an operation mode for winning a CB2 carried over by CB Navi, thereby making it possible to win a CB2 that has been carried over intentionally, thereby allowing a transition to CB2 with a probability of 100%. It becomes.

  In the CB navigation, for example, as shown in FIG. 17D, a CB navigation screen displaying “321” together with a message “Chance!” Is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51. In the present embodiment, when the stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop, it is possible to always win the winning CB2, so that the CB2 carried over on the CB navigation screen is displayed. It becomes possible to specify the operation mode (stop order) for winning.

  In addition, the sub-control unit 91 stops the reels other than the left reel in the stop order as the first stop in the game in which the CB navigation is executed inside the CB2, that is, the game capable of winning the CB2 carried over. Even if the operation is performed, a penalty period is not generated, and even if a stop operation is performed in the stop order specified from the CB navigation, it is possible to win CB2 without being controlled in the penalty period.

  When the result of the internal lottery is lost in the inside of CB2, and the CB2 wins, the main control unit 41 shifts the gaming state to CB2.

  The sub-control unit 91 executes the navigation stock lottery with the probability that the winning probability of the navigation stock and the average value of the winning numbers are set higher in the CB 2 that has moved from the inside of the CB 2 than in the inside of the CB 1 and 2. In addition, even if the navigation stock is won in CB2, it is not controlled by the AT, but is controlled by the AT based on the navigation stock that is won the next time when moving into the CB2.

  In addition, the sub-control unit 91 ends the normal effect as the CB2 shifts from the inside to the CB2, and executes the special effect in the CB2.

  After shifting to CB2, the main control unit 41 ends the CB2 through 6 games and shifts the gaming state to the normal gaming state (3).

  The sub-control unit 91 performs a navigation stock lottery when a weak cherry or a strong cherry is won in the normal gaming state (3). Also, in the normal gaming state (3), the navigation stock winning probability and the average value of the winning numbers are set higher than in the inside of the CBs 1 and 2, and the navigation stock lottery is executed with high probability. In the normal gaming state (3), even if the navigation stock is won, it is not controlled by the AT, and is controlled by the AT based on the winning navigation stock when the next transition to the inside of the CB 2 is performed.

The sub-control unit 91 executes a special effect in the normal gaming state (3).
Here, in the normal gaming state (3), it is not possible for the AT to control, so it is recommended to play a game with 3BET, and CB2 has almost no chance of winning (probability of 1/65536). CB1 will be won with a probability of 6.8. When CB1 is won in the normal gaming state (3), the game shifts to CB1 (not shown) when winning CB1 in the game won for CB1, and CB1 when not winning CB1 in the game won for CB1. Move inside.

  The sub-control unit 91 executes chance navigation in a game in which the CB1 is won in the normal gaming state (3), that is, in a game in which the winning CB1 can be won.

  In Chance Navi, for example, by displaying on the liquid crystal display 51 a screen displaying a stop order for avoiding the winning CB1 and a message of “chance”, the game state is changed so that the gaming state shifts inside CB1. Encourage people. As a result, the gaming state shifts into the interior of CB1.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the winning combination is not carried over for any special combination of CB1 and CB2 (that is, in the normal gaming state or CB1, 2), the normal state that cannot be controlled by the AT is obtained. . Further, when the winning of CB1 is carried over (that is, inside CB1), it becomes a normal state that cannot be controlled by the AT. On the other hand, when the winning of CB2 in which the winning probability of the re-gamer is higher than that in the inside of CB1 is carried over (that is, in the inside of CB2), it becomes an advantageous state that is ART. In this way, the controllable state can be changed between the normal state and the advantageous state depending on whether or not the inside of CB2 in which the winning probability of the re-gamer is increased, and in the normal state that cannot be controlled by the AT. Even in such a case, the medal payout rate is kept high, and it is possible to prevent a situation where the design of the medal payout rate in an advantageous state such as ART is restricted.

  Further, in the normal gaming state (for example, the normal gaming state (2) in FIG. 16), the winning probability of CB1 and CB2 differs depending on the number of medals used when the game is performed, and the inside of CB2 which is in an advantageous state Before being controlled by the 2BET navigation, it is suggested by the 2BET navigator that the game is played with 2BET in which the winning probability of CB2 is increased. This allows the player to play a game using an appropriate amount of medals depending on the state to be controlled, whether it is shifted to the inside of CB1 to be in the normal state or shifted to the inside of CB2 to be in an advantageous state. Can be done.

  In CB1 and CB2, the medal payout rate is 100%, and the number of medals obtained by the player does not increase or decrease. There is no restriction due to the shift to CB2, and the degree of freedom in designing the medal payout rate is improved.

  In CB1 and CB2, the game is played with 2BET, and the amount of medals used when playing the game with CB1 and CB2 is the same, so the processing when playing the game is simplified. Can be

  Further, when winning a prize in CB1 or CB2, not only the transition to CB1 or CB2, but also a navigation stock lottery for determining whether or not to provide navigation stock is performed, so that it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in a game that is won by CB2 in the normal gaming state (2), if the CB2 win is successfully carried out as prompted by the executed chance navigation, the game moves into the inside of CB2. In the subsequent CB2, the navigation stock lottery was executed with high probability. On the other hand, in the game where CB2 is won in the normal gaming state (2), if the CB2 win is not successfully carried out due to the executed chance navigation, the game shifts directly to CB2, and the navigation stock lottery with low probability Was to be executed. Therefore, depending on whether or not it is urged well by chance navigation, whether or not you can benefit from the fact that you can shift to ART and execute the navigation stock lottery with a high probability will change, so the interest of the game will improve Can be made.

  Further, in the present embodiment, as the gaming state, the normal gaming state, the inside of CB1 and 2 where the winnings of CB1 and 2 which are special roles are carried over, and CB1 and CB1 and 2 which are transitioned by winning a prize 2 and the medals payout rate per game in the CBs 1 and 2 that shifts by winning the CBs 1 and 2 is higher than the medal payout rate per game in the inside of the CB2 in which the winning flag of the CB2 is carried over. In such a configuration, there is a possibility that even if the CB 1 or 2 is shifted to, the player is simply given a sense of loss.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, the navigation stock lottery is performed in CB1 and CB2 under conditions that are more advantageous than in CB1 and CB1, so the medal payout rate per game is higher than in CB2. CB1 and 2, which are disadvantageous, can be used effectively. In addition, although the probability of shifting from the inside of CB2 to CB2 during AT is low, once shifting to CB2, it shifts to a normal gaming state in which CB1 can be won, and CB1 is won. If it is possible to win CB1 in a game that has become possible, it is possible to shift to CB1 again. In other words, it is possible to repeatedly shift to a state in which the advantage related to the granting of the navigation stock, which is the right to control to the AT that is notified of the operation mode advantageous to the player, that is the right to control the navigation stock, is preferentially given. The CB that is disadvantageous for the player regarding the payout rate of medals per game can be used more effectively.

  Further, in this embodiment, even when the RAM clear operation is performed by the store clerk in the game hall and the data is initialized, the special role is not carried over and the state is shifted to the normal game state. In this case, if Navistock is given preferential treatment over the inside, it is highly likely that the Navistock will win before the game shop clerk moves to the inside. If you win, the game store clerk will need to play more games to digest the navigation stock, but the normal gaming state that is controlled as the RAM is cleared and the data is initialized In (1), since the navigation stock lottery is not executed and the navigation stock is not granted, the navigation store clerk performs the RAM clear operation, so the navigation stock is given. In addition clerk of the game field it is possible to prevent the increase in the time and effort to digest the Navi stock.

  In the present embodiment, the navigation stock lottery is not executed in the normal gaming state (1) controlled in accordance with the RAM clear operation and the data being initialized, but the normal gaming state (1) In this case, the navigation stock may be given under a disadvantageous condition compared with the normal gaming state (2) and the normal gaming state (3). Along with this, it is possible to prevent as much as possible that navigation stock is given, and that the staff of the game hall further increases the effort for digesting the navigation stock.

  In the present embodiment, when the special role is not carried over, such as when data is initialized by a RAM clear operation or the like, the inside of the CB 1 in which the store clerk at the amusement hall played a special role and carried over In this embodiment, in the present embodiment, when CB1 wins in the normal game state in which no special role is carried over, an operation mode for avoiding winning of CB1 and CB2 wins. If the CB1 wins in the normal gaming state (1) because the operation mode for avoiding the winning of the CB2 is different in this case, the CB1 cannot be surely avoided and the CB1 wins the CB1. Since it shifts and then returns to the normal gaming state (1) again, it is necessary to play a game in order to set the inside of CB1. In such a case, So that the work burden is increased.

  On the other hand, in this embodiment, CB1 can win and CB1 can be won in the normal gaming state (1) in which the game store clerk performs a RAM clear operation and data is initialized. In such a case, the CB avoidance navigation that can specify the operation mode for avoiding winning of the winning CB1 is executed, so that the store clerk of the game hall performs the stop operation in the operation mode for avoiding winning of CB1. Is possible. For this reason, it is possible to avoid the situation where it is impossible to shift to the carryover state due to the unintentional occurrence of the special prize, so the work load for shifting to the carryover state by the game shop clerk can be reduced. Can do.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the game store clerk performs a RAM clear operation and the data is initialized and the normal game state (1) is entered, it differs from the production mode such as the normal production in the interior. A notification in preparation is executed, and it is possible to make the game store clerk recognize that the game is in the normal gaming state after initialization, that is, a game for shifting to the inside is necessary. it can.

  In the present embodiment, when the RAM clear operation is performed and the data in the RAM 41c is initialized in any of the normal gaming state, the CB1, 2 and the gaming state inside the CB1, 2, As the initial gaming state, control is made to the normal gaming state in which neither CB1 nor CB2 is won, and at this time, the transition is made after the normal gaming state (2), that is, after CB1 and 2, which have shifted from inside CB1,2. Even if the RAM 41c is initialized by the RAM clear operation in the normal game state, the normal game state (1) is controlled instead of the normal game state (2) and (3). Unlike the normal gaming states (2) and (3), the navigation stock lottery will not be performed, and it will not be a normal performance. In the arm, it is adapted to perform the CB avoidance navigation.

  For this reason, when the RAM clear operation is performed and the data is initialized in the normal gaming state (2) and (3) which has been shifted with the end of the CB1 and 2 which have been shifted from the inside, the gaming state is the normal gaming state. However, even in such a situation, the fact that the gaming state is initialized by the RAM clearing operation by the store clerk in the game hall means that the normal gaming state (2 ), In the normal gaming state different from (3), it is necessary to set the inside of CB1 again. Even in such a situation, when CB1 is elected, it is possible to specify an operation mode that always avoids winning of CB1. Since it is notified, it becomes possible for the store clerk of the game hall to operate in an operation mode that avoids winning of the CB1, and the work load for the game store clerk to shift into the inside can be reduced. Kill.

[Modification]
As mentioned above, although main embodiment in this invention has been described, this invention is not restricted to said embodiment, A various deformation | transformation and application are possible. Hereinafter, modifications of the above-described embodiment applicable to the present invention will be described.

[About gaming status]
In the present embodiment, two types of CBs are provided, and when the winning of CB1 is carried over, it shifts into the inside of CB1, and when the winning of CB2 is carried over, it shifts into the inside of CB2. However, the present invention is not limited to this.

  For example, it may be provided with three or more types of CBs, and when each winning is carried over, it may be shifted to the inside that is the carrying over state of each winning. Further, at least one of the plurality of insides provided may be in an advantageous state such as ART, and at least one may be in a normal state in which the winning probability of the re-gamer is not improved.

  Further, when the CB is won, the game state is not necessarily limited to the inside. For example, in the present embodiment, when CB1 is won, the gaming state always shifts from the normal gaming state to the inside of CB1. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when CB1 is won, only the winning of CB1 may be carried over while maintaining the gaming state in the normal gaming state.

[About 2BET Navi]
In the present embodiment, the player is notified that the game is played with 2 BET by executing 2 BET navigation when the AT can be controlled in the normal gaming state (2). In addition to this, if it is known that the CB1 immediately before the normal gaming state (2) ends with a predetermined number of games (six games in the present embodiment), “Please 2 BET after the game” A 2BET advance notice navigation for displaying the screen on which the message is displayed on the liquid crystal display 51 may be executed to notify the player that the game will be played with 2BET.

  In the present embodiment, the control by the sub-control unit 91 (specifically, execution of 2BET navigation) informs the player whether the bet number setting is 2BET or 3BET, Although the bet number setting is changed, the present invention is not limited to this, and the bet number setting may be changed by control by the main control unit 41.

  For example, the player operates the MAXBET 6 when setting the bet number for the next game, but when the game is played with 3 BETs, the main control unit 41 performs control for setting the bet number with 3 BETs by operating the MAX BET 6 and the game with 2 BETs. When the bet is performed, the main control unit 41 may perform control for setting the bet amount with 2 BETs by operating the MAXBET 6. More specifically, the navigation control lottery is executed by the main control unit 41, and if the navigation stock is not acquired in the normal gaming state (2) (if the AT cannot be controlled), the operation of the MAXBET6 is 3BET. If the control for setting the bet number is performed and the navigation stock is acquired in the normal gaming state (2) (if the AT can control it), the control is performed to set the bet number with 2 BETs by operating MAXBET6. Also good. The main control unit 41 is not limited to determining whether or not the navigation stock lottery is executed and controlled to the AT, but the sub-control unit 91 executes the navigation stock lottery and controls the AT. If the control unit 41 includes means for recognizing the result of the navigation stock lottery performed by the sub-control unit 91, the bet number setting can be changed according to the presence or absence of the navigation stock as described above.

  Here, the following means can be considered as means for the main control unit 41 to recognize the result of the navigation stock lottery by the sub-control unit 91. For example, when a winning combination is selected, the main control unit 41 determines a specific pressing order, and transmits a pressing order command that informs the sub-control unit 91 of the pressing order. In the sub control unit 91, if the navigation stock is acquired, the pushing order corresponding to the pushing order command is notified by the navigation effect. The player operates the stop switch in accordance with the navigation effect. When the stop switch operated by the player matches the pressing order corresponding to the pressing order command, the determination count is incremented by one. By repeating such a process for several games, when the determination count reaches a predetermined number, the main control unit 41 can determine whether or not navigation stock has been given by the sub control unit 91. Note that the means for the main control unit 41 to recognize the result of the navigation stock lottery performed by the sub-control unit 91 is not limited to the above means, and other means may be used.

[CB winning probability]
In the present embodiment, when 2 bets are made in the normal gaming state, CB1 is won at 1/65536, and CB2 is won at 1 / 6.8. When 3 BETs are made, CB1 is won at 1 / 6.8. And won CB2 at 1/65536. In other words, when 2 BETs were made in the normal gaming state, it was easier to win CB2 than CB1, and when 3 BETs were made, it was easier to win CB1 than CB2. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When 2 bets are made in the normal gaming state, CB1 cannot be won and CB2 is won. When 3 bets are made, CB2 cannot be won and CB1 is won. May be.

[About CB]
In the present embodiment, CB1 and CB2 are applied as CB1 and CB2 that allow winnings of all small roles in any game as a special role that shifts to a gaming state in which the probability of winning a small role increases. However, there is no change in the winning probability of special roles such as BB (Big Bonus) and RB (Regular Bonus) that shift to a gaming state where the winning probability of a small role in the internal lottery increases, Then, a special combination that shifts to a gaming state in which the winning combination probability of the small role is increased by fixing the winning condition of the small role at the time of winning the small role whose winning conditions fluctuate may be applied.

  Further, in the present embodiment, it is configured to end when the total number of medals given in CB 1 and 2 exceeds the specified value (11) as the ending condition of CB 1 and 2 that shifts with the special role winning. However, the number of games controlled by CB 1 and 2 reaches the specified number of games, and the net increase in medals in CB 1 and 2 (value obtained by subtracting the number of medals used for the game from the number of medals granted) Reach a specified value, and a specific condition (for example, that a specific combination wins, a specific combination wins, a specific display mode stops, etc.) is established a predetermined number of times in CB1 and CB2, Winning the CB 1 and 2 end lottery and satisfying a combination of these conditions may be applied as the CB 1 and 2 end conditions.

[About navigation production]
Further, in this embodiment, as a state in which an operation mode advantageous to the player is notified, a stop order in which a middle bell with payout of eight medals can be won at the time of winning the push order bell is notified. Although it is the structure controlled by AT in which a navigation effect is performed, what is necessary is just a structure controlled to the state which alert | reports the stop operation aspect advantageous for a player at least. Here, the stop operation mode advantageous to the player is a plurality of types of stop modes having different merits depending on the result of the internal lottery and the stop operation mode (one stop mode is paying out more medals than the other stop mode) In which one stop mode shifts to a gaming state that is more advantageous than the other stop mode, while one stop mode avoids a transition to an unfavorable gaming state, whereas the other stop mode is disadvantageous It is advantageous for the player in a configuration in which one that transitions to a gaming state, one in which one stop mode shifts to an advantageous game state, and the other stop mode shifts to a disadvantaged game state) can be derived. A stop operation mode for deriving the stop mode is applicable. Further, the advantage of the stop mode derived according to the result of the internal lottery and the stop operation mode is the same, but in a configuration in which a plurality of types of control with different advantages can be performed according to the result of the internal lottery and the stop operation mode. This corresponds to a stop operation mode for controlling the player advantageously.

  The stop operation mode is an operation mode operated at any one of a plurality of different operation timings (0 to 20 operation timings in the present embodiment), and a plurality of stop orders (in the present embodiment). , Left middle right, left / right middle, middle left / right, middle right left, right left middle, right middle left), the operation mode operated in any stop order, the operation mode by a combination thereof, and the like.

[About withdrawal rate]
In this embodiment, the medal payout rate per game (the number of medals that can be expected to be paid out per game / the number of medals necessary for setting the number of bets) is applied. The ratio of the number of medals that can be expected to be paid out per game with respect to the number of medals used for setting the number may be sufficient.

[About CB Navi]
Further, in the present embodiment, when a stop operation is performed in the stop order in which the left reel is the first stop in a game in which CB2 can be won, the stop is performed in the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop. CB2 can always be won when operated, but in games where CB2 can be won, reels other than the left reel are set to the first stop except when CB navigation is executed. When the stop operation is performed in the stop order, a penalty period occurs, and therefore, the stop operation in the stop order in which the left reel is the first stop is prompted.

  For this reason, when CB navigation is executed in a game in which CB2 can be won, it is possible to surely shift to CB2 by performing a stop operation in the stop order in which the right reel is the first stop. Thus, when CB navigation is not executed in a game in which CB2 can be won, a penalty is given if a stop operation is performed in a stop order other than the stop order in which the left reel is the first stop. ing.

  In this embodiment, stop order is applied as an operation mode for reliably winning CB2 in a game where CB2 can be won. However, in a game where CB2 can be won, CB2 is definitely You may apply the operation timing or the combination of stop order and operation timing as an operation mode to win.

[About Navistock lottery]
Further, in the present embodiment, the navigation stock lottery conditions are more easily established in the CBs 1 and 2 than in the inside of the CBs 1 and 2, and the average value of the winning probability and the number of winnings in the navigation stock is higher than in the inside of the CBs 1 and 2 By performing the navigation stock lottery by applying the probability set high, the advantage regarding the granting of the navigation stock is preferential, but at least one of these in the CB1, 2 in the CB1, 2 Alternatively, the navigation stock lottery may be preferentially performed, so that the advantage related to the granting of the navigation stock may be preferential. Further, the navigation stock lottery is not performed in the inside of CB1 and CB2, but the navigation stock lottery is performed in CB1 and CB2, so that the advantage related to the provision of the navigation stock may be preferential.

  Further, in the present embodiment, even in the normal gaming state (3) in which CB2 wins in CB2 and shifts after CB2 has been transferred, the provision of navigation stock is more preferential than in CB1 and CB2. In the normal game state (3) between CB2 and CB2, when giving a transition to CB2 after transitioning from CB2 to CB2 once, the provision of navigation stock is preferential, During this period, the normal gaming state (3) varies depending on the period until CB1 wins. Therefore, by shifting to CB2 once, the length of the period during which the grant of navigation stock is preferentially changed, that is, It is possible to vary the player's advantage according to the period.

  In the present embodiment, after a CB1 winning occurs inside CB1 and shifts to CB1, in a series of periods until CB2 cannot be won in the normal gaming state (2) and shifts to CB2 inside. Since the special production is executed, which is a production mode different from the normal production and suggests that the acquisition of the navigation stock can be expected more than usual, the game that moves to CB1 and then moves to CB2 repeatedly. By executing a special effect that is not performed in other periods over a period advantageous to the user, the advantageous period can be recognized as a series of periods.

  In the present embodiment, when the CB2 is transferred from the inside of the CB2 to the CB1 once, the normal gaming state (3) between the CB2 and the CB1 has the same advantage as the CB2. Although it is a configuration in which the provision of navigation stock is preferential, a configuration in which the advantage of CB2 and the advantage of the normal gaming state (3) are different may be used. In addition, when moving from CB2 inside to CB2 and then moving to CB1, only CB2 will be given navigation stock, and in the normal gaming state (3) during that time, navigation stock will be given compared to inside. It is good also as a structure which is not preferentially treated.

[About CB winning a prize]
In the present embodiment, in the inside, the CB1 or CB2 can be won only when the internal lottery results in a loss. However, even if other conditions are established in the inside, the CB1 Or it is good also as a structure which makes it possible to win CB2.

[About CB avoidance navigation]
In the present embodiment, the operation mode for avoiding CB1 or CB2 differs depending on whether CB1 is won or CB2 is selected, and the operation mode for avoiding winning of CB1 is selected as a CB avoidance navigation that can be specified. The configuration is such that CB1 can be identified in an identifiable manner, but the configuration in which the operation mode itself for determining whether CB1 or CB2 is permitted or not is notified depending on whether CB1 is elected or CB2 is elected (in this embodiment, CB1 When winning, the left reel or middle reel is stopped for the first time, and “Blue 7” located outside the drawing range of the CB1 configuration symbol is notified on the right reel. When winning CB2, the left reel or middle reel is 1 stop and a configuration in which “white 7” located outside the drawing range of the CB1 configuration symbol on the right reel may be notified. Moreover, as long as it is a structure which can avoid winning of CB1 by performing stop operation in a specific stop order, it is good also as a structure which alert | reports the said specific stop order.

  In this embodiment, the operation mode for avoiding winning of CB1 or CB2 is different depending on whether CB1 is won or CB2 is won, but CB1 is won or CB2 is won. Regardless of whether the CB1 or CB2 winning can be avoided with a common operation mode, the CB1 or CB2 winning mode can be avoided by simply notifying that the CB1 or CB2 has been won. It becomes possible to specify.

[About Freeze]
In the present embodiment, the main control unit 41 performs the freeze when winning the lottery target role that triggers the execution of the navigation stock lottery. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other freeze conditions are established. The freeze may be executed when it is done. Even in this case, in an unsuitable state such as the normal gaming state, the freeze may not be executed even if the freeze condition is satisfied.

  In addition, the timing for generating the freeze may be any timing during the game, such as when the start switch 7 is operated, when the game ends, or when the first stop operation is performed.

  In addition, the freeze may be anything that delays the progress of the game. For example, a control that does not effectively accept an operation for starting the game (start operation or reel stop operation), or an operation for progressing the game ( The control may be such that a start operation or a reel stop operation is effectively received but a process according to a signal based on the received operation is not performed.

  In addition, the freeze may be such that a predetermined freeze period is set based on the establishment of the delay condition, thereby delaying the progress of the game compared to when the delay period is not set. For example, when a delay condition is established when a specific winning situation is established, and a freeze period is set after the start operation based on the established condition, the delay period is not established and the freeze period is not set because the delay condition is not established. Only the progress of the game may be delayed. That is, the freeze control may delay the progress of the game by setting a freeze period that is not normally set when the delay condition is satisfied.

  In addition, the freezing may be such that the progress of the game is delayed as compared with the case where it is not extended by extending a predetermined wait period by a predetermined period based on the establishment of the delay condition. For example, a delay condition is established when a specific winning situation is established, and a wait period (8 seconds) obtained by extending a wait period (5 seconds) after a start operation provided in advance based on the establishment of a predetermined period (3 seconds). (Second), the progress of the game may be delayed by a predetermined period (3 seconds) rather than the wait period (5 seconds) when not extending. In other words, the freeze control may be such that the progress of the game is delayed by extending the wait period that is normally set by a predetermined period when the delay condition is satisfied.

[Other variations]
In the above-described embodiment, the variable display device having the three reels 2L, 2C, and 2R is provided, and when all the reels are stopped, one game is finished, and according to the combination of the display results derived to the three reels. The slot machine where a prize is generated was explained. That is, a variable display device capable of deriving a display result in each of a plurality of variable display areas capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable, and using one game value for one game By setting a predetermined number of bets, the game can be started, and when the display result is derived in all of the plurality of variable display areas, one game is completed, and the plurality of results are obtained as a result of one game. A slot machine in which a winning can be generated according to the combination of the display results derived in each of the variable display areas has been described. However, when a display result is derived to a variable display device capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified, one game is completed, and a prize is awarded according to the display result derived to the variable display device. As long as the slot machine can be generated, the slot machine is not limited to one having a variable display device having three reels, but has a single reel or a variable display device having a plurality of reels other than three. It may be.

  In the above embodiment, a slot machine that uses medals and credits to set the bet number is used. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a game ball is used as a game value to calculate the bet number. It may be a slot machine to be set or a fully credit type slot machine that sets a bet amount using only credit as a gaming value. When game balls are used as game values, for example, one medal can correspond to five game balls, and when three bets are set in the above embodiment, 15 game balls are used. This is equivalent to setting the number of bets using. Further, the present invention is not limited to the use of only one of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls. For example, a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls can be used in combination. It may be. That is, it is possible to play a game by setting the number of bets using any of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls, and a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls by winning. Any of these may be a slot machine.

  As the present embodiment, the slot machine that pays out game media to the player's hand according to the occurrence of a win has been described. However, the game medium is enclosed, and the game media is paid to the player's hand when a win occurs. You may employ | adopt the enclosed slot machine which adds a game point (score), without taking out. The base and the drum can be distributed, and the chassis is common and only the base or the base and the drum is called a gaming machine.

  In the present embodiment, “ratio (ratio, probability)” is exemplified, but “ratio (ratio, probability)” is not limited to this, and for example, among values in the range of 0% to 100%, It may be a value including 0%, a value including 100%, or a value not including 0% and 100%.

  It should be understood that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

  1 slot machine, 2L, 2C, 2R reel, 6 MAXBET switch, 7 start switch, 8L, 8C, 8R stop switch, 41 main control unit, 91 sub control unit.

Claims (1)

A variable display unit capable of variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each capable of being identified,
After displaying the variable display unit in a variable manner, the display result is derived by stopping the variable display of the variable display unit, and in a slot machine capable of generating a prize according to the display result,
Before the display result is derived, a plurality of types of special prizes accompanied by a transition of the game state and a re-game prize that sets the number of bets that can be played by the player without using the gaming value Pre-determining means for deciding whether or not to allow a plurality of types of winnings including
When it is determined by the pre-decision means that any one of the multiple types of special prizes is allowed to be generated and the special prize permitted by the determination cannot be generated, Carry-over means to carry over after the game,
A state control means capable of controlling a normal state and an advantageous state more advantageous than the normal state;
The pre-determining means carries over the decision to allow the occurrence of the second special prize than when the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special prize among the plurality of types of special prizes is carried over. Determined that the occurrence of the replay prize is allowed with a high probability,
The state control means includes
When the decision to allow the occurrence of any of the multiple types of special winnings has not been carried forward, or when the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special winning has been carried forward And when the decision to allow the occurrence of the second special prize is not carried over, it can be controlled to the normal state,
The advantageous state can be controlled when the decision to allow the occurrence of the second special prize is carried over and when the decision to allow the occurrence of the first special prize is not carried over. , Slot machine.

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