JP2015177932A - slot machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of reducing a processing load by eliminating arithmetic processing of a difference number based on the winning of a replay.SOLUTION: The game machine includes a difference number counter for counting the difference number of a game medium, and display means (performance control means) for displaying a count value of the difference number counter. The count value of the difference number counter is checked at the start of a notification game, if the count value is equal to or more than a reference value, the count value is maintained, and if the count value is less than the reference value, a reference value is set in the difference number counter. When a start switch is operated, the number of inputted game media in the game is subtracted from the count value of the difference number counter. When a pattern combination having the dispensing of the game media is displayed, the number of game media to be dispensed in the game is added to the count number of the difference number counter. When a pattern combination corresponding a replay is displayed and when the start switch is operated in the next game of the game in which the pattern combination corresponding to the replay is displayed, the count value of the difference number counter is maintained.

Description

  The present invention relates to a slot machine that counts and displays a difference number obtained by subtracting the number of games from the number of game media paid out.

In a conventional slot machine, in a game that results in a specific lottery, depending on the operation (push order) of the stop switch, a specific symbol combination that is advantageous to the player is controlled so that it can be displayed and not displayed It is known to have control time.
A game for notifying operation information (push order) of stop switches for displaying a specific symbol combination is referred to as AT (assist time). During AT, the player can display a specific symbol combination by operating the stop switch according to the notification.

Further, in Patent Document 1, the difference number obtained by subtracting the inserted number from the number of medals paid out during AT is counted, and when the counted difference number reaches a value that satisfies the AT termination condition, AT is terminated (“ 0258 "to" 0262 ").
Furthermore, in Patent Document 1, when a medal is inserted, the number of inserted medals is subtracted from the count value of the difference number. It is added to the count value of the number of sheets (“0282” to “0284”).

JP 2011-234965 A

However, since the winning probability of replay is high during ART, replay is frequently won. Therefore, in the game where the replay is won, the number of medals inserted in the game is added to the count value of the difference number as the number of payouts, and the next game of the game won by the replay is automatically inserted based on the winning of the replay When the number of medals is subtracted from the count value of the difference number, the difference number calculation process is frequently performed.
Therefore, the problem to be solved by the present invention is to reduce the processing burden by eliminating the calculation process of the difference number based on the replay winning.

The present invention solves the above problems by the following means. The corresponding embodiment will be described in parentheses.
The invention of claim 1
A plurality (three on the left, middle and right) reels (31) displaying a plurality of types of symbols;
A start switch (41) operated by a player when rotating the reel;
A plurality of (three left, middle and right) stop switches (42) operated by the player when stopping the reel;
Main control means (60) for controlling the progress of the game;
Sub-control means (80) for controlling the production,
The main control means includes
To have a case of winning a replay (normal replay, bell replay 1, bell replay 2, special replay) and a specific lottery result (combined bell A1 to D3 winning) to cause the player to replay A role lottery means (61) for drawing a role;
Reel control means (64) for stopping and controlling the reel,
The reel control means can display a combination of specific symbols that is advantageous to the player in accordance with the operation of the stop switch in the game that results in the specific lottery (the bell 01 that pays out 10 can be won) ) When the reel is controlled to stop and the combination of the specific symbols is not displayed (depending on the operation timing of the stop switch 42, one bell is won or the combination is not won) And when to stop the reel,
The sub-control means includes
A notification game (AT) for notifying the operation information (push order) of the stop switch for displaying the combination of the specific symbols in the game that is the result of the specific lottery, and a non-notification game (not reporting the operation information) Non-AT) and control the transition between them,
A difference number counter (81c) that counts a difference number obtained by subtracting the number of game media (medals) to be paid out;
Display means for displaying the count value of the difference sheet counter (production control means 83),
When the notification game is started, the count value of the difference counter is checked, and when it is determined that the count value is equal to or greater than a reference value (“0”), the count value of the difference counter is maintained, Is determined to be less than the reference value, the reference value is set in the difference counter
When the start switch is operated, the number of inserted game media in the game is subtracted from the count value of the difference counter.
When a combination of symbols having a game medium payout is displayed, the number of game medium payouts in the game is added to the count value of the difference counter,
When the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay is displayed, the count value of the difference counter is maintained,
When the start switch is operated in the next game in which the symbol combination corresponding to the replay is displayed, the count value of the difference counter is maintained.

According to the present invention, when the replay is won and when the start switch is operated in the next game after the replay is won, the count value of the difference counter is maintained. For this reason, the calculation process of the difference number based on the replay winning can be eliminated, and the processing load can be reduced.
Further, if the count value of the difference number counter is equal to or greater than the reference value at the start of the notification game, the state is maintained, so that a larger difference number can be shown to the player.
Furthermore, if the count value of the difference number counter is less than the reference value at the start of the notification game, the difference value counter is set to the reference value, so that the difference number less than the reference value is not shown to the player. it can.

It is a block diagram which shows the outline of control of a slot machine. It is a figure which shows the symbol arrangement | sequence of a reel. It is a figure which shows the display window (transparent window) provided in the front mask part (front door. Not shown) of a slot machine, the positional relationship of each reel, and an effective line. It is a figure which shows the combination of the symbol corresponding to the kind of combination, the number of payout, etc., and a combination. It is a figure which shows the combination of the symbol corresponding to the kind of combination, the number of payout, etc., and a combination. It is a figure which shows the kind of winning and the winning probability for every gaming state. It is a figure which shows in more detail the relationship with the kind of duplicate winning of a combination, the content, and a pressing order. It is a figure explaining transition of the main game state. It is a time chart which shows the output pattern of an external signal. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of a process of output control of an external signal. It is a figure explaining transition of a sub game state. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of a process from the start of AT. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of the process regarding the count of a difference sheet number.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an outline of control of the slot machine 10 according to the present embodiment. The slot machine 10 includes main control means 60 for controlling the progress of the game and sub-control means 80 for controlling the effects.
The main control means 60 controls the lottery of the winning combination, the drive control of the reel 31, and the medal payout at the time of winning.

The main control means 60 is provided on a main control board (not shown), and a CPU for performing calculations, a ROM for storing programs necessary for the progress of games, etc. A RAM or the like for temporarily storing data and the like taken in when performing control is provided.
In the present embodiment, medals are used as game media. However, the present invention is not limited to medals and may be game balls or the like.

The sub-control means 80 controls the selection / output of effects, notification of operation information of the stop switch 42, and the like.
The sub-control means 80 is provided on a sub-control board (not shown), and stores a CPU for performing calculations and the like, a program necessary for production output, and the like, similar to the main control board. A ROM and a RAM for temporarily storing data taken in when the CPU performs various controls are provided.
Furthermore, the main control board and the sub control board are configured separately, and both are electrically connected so that information (commands) relating to the game can be transmitted from the main control board to the sub control board in one direction. It is connected to the.

As shown in FIG. 1, a bet switch 40, a start switch 41, and a stop switch 42 are electrically connected to the input side (the left side in FIG. 1) of the main control means 60.
The bet switch 40 is a switch operated when the player inserts a stored medal for the game. The bet switch 40 in the present embodiment is a switch dedicated to inserting a max, and the player always inserts the maximum number of medals in any game state and plays a game.

In this embodiment, the game other than the special game (MB game) is set so that three medals are inserted and the game is played, and in the special game, two medals are inserted and the game is played. . Therefore, when the bet switch 40 is operated in a game other than the special game, three medals are inserted, and when the bet switch 40 is operated in the special game, two medals are inserted. .
A bet switch 40 for a single bet may be provided.

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

The motor 32 is electrically connected to the output side (right side in FIG. 1) of the main control means 60.
The motor 32 is for rotating the reels 31, is connected to the center of rotation of each reel 31, and is controlled by a reel control means 64 described later. Here, the reel 31 includes a left reel 31, a middle reel 31, and a right reel 31, and a stop switch 42 that is operated when the left reel 31 is stopped is the left stop switch 42, and when the middle reel 31 is stopped. The stop switch 42 to be operated is the middle stop switch 42, and the stop switch 42 to be operated when stopping the right reel 31 is the right stop switch 42.

  The reel 31 is ring-shaped, and a reel tape on which a plurality of types of symbols (designs constituting a combination of symbols corresponding to the combination) is attached is attached to the outer peripheral surface thereof. FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a symbol arrangement of the reels 31 in the present embodiment. In FIG. 2, symbol numbers are also shown. For example, in the left reel 31, the symbol of symbol number 20 is “bell”.

As shown in FIG. 2, in this embodiment, each reel 31 is equally divided into 20 frames, and a predetermined symbol is displayed on each frame.
As shown in FIG. 2, in the present embodiment, “watermelon” includes “watermelon A” and “watermelon B” which are different designs. Furthermore, “BAR” includes “Black BAR” and “White BAR” which are different designs.
Further, “blank” has a predetermined design and does not mean that no design is displayed on the frame.

FIG. 3 is a view showing a display window (transparent window) 11 provided in the front mask portion (front door, not shown) of the slot machine 10, the positional relationship between the reels 31, and the effective lines. is there.
In this embodiment, three reels 31 (left reel 31, middle reel 31, and right reel 31) are provided in parallel in the horizontal direction in this embodiment. Further, each reel 31 is arranged so that three symbols that are continuous in the vertical direction can be seen from the display window 11. Therefore, it is arranged so that a total of nine symbols can be seen from the display window 11 of the slot machine 10. The numbers on the lower right of each symbol indicate the symbol number.

  In this specification, in FIG. 3, the positions where the symbols “watermelon A” of the left reel 31, “replay” of the middle reel 31, and “watermelon B” of the right reel 31 are stopped are referred to as “upper stage”. The position where the “bell” symbol of the left, middle and right reels 31 is stopped is called “middle stage”, “replay” of the left reel 31, “watermelon A” of the middle reel 31, and the right reel 31. The position where the “replay” symbol is stopped is referred to as “lower”.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 3, effective lines are set for nine symbols visible from the display window 11.
Here, the “effective line” is a symbol combination line that forms a symbol combination when the reel 31 is stopped, and a symbol combination corresponding to any of the combinations is the line. It is a line that will be the winning prize of that role when stopped. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, only the effective line (one line) in the middle in the horizontal direction is defined, and the other symbol combination lines are all invalid lines.

  For example, in FIG. 3, a symbol combination line passing through the upper stage of each reel 31 and a symbol combination line passing through the lower stage of the left reel 31, the middle stage of the middle reel 31, and the upper stage of the right reel 31 are also conceivable. This line is an invalid line in this embodiment. An invalid line is a line that is not set as a valid line among symbol combination lines, and even if a combination of symbols corresponding to any of the combinations stops on that line, a profit corresponding to the combination is given. This line does not perform (medal payout etc.). In other words, the invalid line is a line that is not a target of combination of symbols in the first place.

  Conventionally, there are known slot machines in which the number of effective lines differs according to the number of medals inserted. For example, when the number of inserted medals is 1, the number of effective lines is set to 1. When the number of inserted medals is 2, the number of effective lines is set to 3. When the number of inserted medals is 3, the number of effective lines is set to 5. And so on. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, during the game, two or three medals are inserted to perform the game, and only one of the middle stage in the horizontal direction is always an effective line in all games.

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

The speaker 22 outputs a predetermined sound when a predetermined condition is satisfied in order to perform various effects during the game.
Furthermore, the image display device 23 is composed of a liquid crystal display, a dot display, an organic EL display, and the like, and displays various effect images, the pressing order of the stop switch 42, and the like during the game.

4 and 5 are diagrams showing combinations of combinations of types (combinations to be selected by the combination lottery means 61 described later), the number of payouts, and the like in this embodiment.
The roles of this embodiment are roughly classified into special roles, small roles, and replays.
A combination of symbols corresponding to each combination and the number of payouts at the time of winning are determined. When all the reels 31 are stopped, when the combination of symbols corresponding to any of the combinations stops on the active line (the combination wins, the same applies hereinafter), the number of medals corresponding to the combination is paid out.

However, the number of payouts at the time of winning a special role is set to 0. In replay, medals are automatically inserted. Further, among the small roles (bells), in the bell 01, the number of payouts in the game excluding the special game is 10, but in the special game, 2 are paid out.
As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, the small role includes a bell, a cherry, and a watermelon. Further, the bell has 33 types of bell 01 to bell 33. The cherry has a medium cherry and a square cherry. In addition, “ANY” in the middle cherry means that any symbol may be used (arbitrary symbol). Furthermore, the replay includes normal replay, bell replay (two types), and special replay.

  The bell 01 is a so-called “bell” -matched symbol combination, and is a symbol combination that stops when the stop switch 42 is pressed in the correct order (described later). Bells 02 to 33 are combinations of symbols that can be stopped and displayed when the pressing order is incorrect. In the bells 02 to 25, the symbol of the left reel 31 is set to “replay”. Furthermore, the design of the right reel 31 of the bell 02 to bell 07 is “red 7”, the design of the right reel 31 of the bell 08 to bell 13 is “blue 7”, and the design of the right reel 31 of the bell 14 to bell 19 is “black”. “BAR”, the design of the right reel 31 of the bell 20 to the bell 25 is “white BAR”.

Further, in the bells 02 to 25, for the bells having the same design of the right reel 31, the design of the middle reel 31 is “watermelon A”, “black BAR”, “red 7”, “cherry”, “blue”. 7 ”or“ white BAR ”.
Furthermore, for the bells 26 to 29, the design of the middle reel 31 is set to “bell”, and for the bells 30 to 33, the design of the right reel 31 is set to “bell”. .

Further, as shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, the number of medals to be paid out at the time of winning the bells 02 to 33 is always set to one.
In addition, the replay (re-playing combination) is a combination that enables a re-play that maintains the number of medals inserted in the game (automatic bets on medals).
The replay of this embodiment includes a normal replay, two types of bell replays, and special replays, each having a different combination of symbols.

The bell replay is a replay in which the actual winning combination is “replay” but is shown to the player as a small bell.
As described above, the effective line is “middle stage”-“middle stage”-“middle stage”, and the other straight lines are all set as invalid lines.
When the bell replay 1 is won, the combination of symbols corresponding to the bell replay 1 is stopped on the middle line (effective line).

It is assumed that, for example, “Replay (No. 14)” — “Watermelon A (No. 18)” — “Replay (No. 04)” stops at the middle line when the Bell Replay 1 is won. The numbers shown in parentheses are the symbol numbers in FIG. As a result, “replay”-“watermelon A”-“replay”, which is a combination of the bell replay symbols, is stopped on the middle stage line, so that the player wins the bell replay. Further, when the combination of symbols is stopped, the invalid line “upper stage” − “upper stage” − “upper stage” has “bell (15th)”-“bell (19th)”-“bell (05th)”. That is, the bell alignment stops.
As shown in FIG. 5, even when “watermelon B” or “white BAR” stops at the middle stage when the middle reel 31 stops, the bell alignment always stops at the upper stage line as described above.

  In the same way as above, when the bell replay 2 is won, the combination of symbols corresponding to the bell replay 2 “Replay”-“Bell”-“Watermelon A / Watermelon B” is stopped on the middle line (effective line). , The “bell” alignment always stops at the lower right line, ie, “upper stage”-“middle stage”-“lower stage”. For example, when "Replay (09)"-"Bell (14)"-"Watermelon B (01)" stops on the middle line, on the line "Upper"-"Middle"-"Lower" Then, “Bell (No. 10)”-“Bell (No. 14)”-“Bell (No. 20)” stops.

Then, when winning a bell replay, the “bell” (small role) is output as if the “bell” (winning role) has won a prize by flashing the “bell” symbol instead of the symbol on the middle line, which is the active line. .
Further, if an automatic bet for a medal is immediately made at the time of winning the bell replay, it will appear as a replay winning, so that, for example, a freeze is executed simultaneously with the winning of the bell replay.

  Here, “freezing” means delaying the progress of the game by pausing for a predetermined period of time. For example, receiving a medal, receiving an operation of the bet switch 40, operating the start switch 41 and the stop switch 42. Or a function related to receiving the stop operation of the reel 31 is temporarily stopped. Further, during the paused state, the reel 31 may be used as an effect period such as performing an operation different from the normal operation (so-called pseudo game is executed).

  In the present embodiment, the freeze is started simultaneously with the winning of the bell replay, and the elapsed time is measured. When the bet switch 40 is operated before a predetermined time (for example, 20 seconds) elapses, the freeze is released (cancelled) by the operation of the bet switch 40. When the freeze is released, the main control means 60 controls to place an automatic bet on medals based on the winning of the bell replay.

  Therefore, when a game is played with three medals bet and a bell replay is won, if the player operates the bet switch 40 before 20 seconds have elapsed from the time of winning, the three medals are automatically Bet. Thus, the player can be given an impression that three medals have been bet by operating the bet switch 40, so that the bell replay can be shown in a pseudo-bell (small role).

In addition, the release of the freeze is not limited to when the bet switch 40 is operated, but can also be performed when the player cares for medals from the medal slot 43.
At the time of winning the bell replay, if the player recognizes the bell replay as a small role, the player thinks that three medals are added to the credit. Therefore, it is considered that the next game can be started by operating the bet switch 40 using the three credits.

  Further, after winning the small role, it is naturally possible to play the game by taking care of the medals before starting the next game (before operating the start switch 41). Here, after winning the bell replay and before the start of the next game, if the player takes care of the medal and returns it from the payout slot without accepting the medal, I can't show it. Therefore, when a medal care from the medal slot 43 is detected at the time of winning the bell replay, the freeze is canceled and the medal is received and stored.

  In this case, freezing is canceled when a medal is detected by a medal sensor (not shown), and an automatic bet of a medal based on a win of the bell replay is performed. Further, for the medal that has been maintained, a storage process is performed. If a plurality of medal sensors are provided, the freeze may be canceled when any medal sensor detects a medal. Alternatively, the freeze may be canceled when the start switch 41 is operated.

  Furthermore, of the replays, the special replay is a winning combination ("red 7" is aligned) when starting AT. When the special replay is won, if the stop switch 42 is operated in a predetermined pressing order (in this embodiment, right middle left), and the “red 7” symbol of each reel 31 is pressed to stop at the active line The “red 7” alignment is set to stop on the active line.

The special role is a role for shifting from the normal game to the special game. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 5, only MB (middle bonus, also referred to as second type big bonus (2BB)) is provided as a special combination.
Other special roles include 1BB (first type big bonus), RB (regular bonus), and SB (single bonus), which are not provided in this embodiment.

When the MB wins, there is no payout of medals in the game, but the next game shifts to the MB game corresponding to the special game.
In addition, the 1BB game and the RB game that are shifted by winning the 1BB and RB respectively, are advantageous for the player who can expect to win more medals than the normal game because the payout rate is set to exceed 1. Game.
On the other hand, the MB of this embodiment is not directly aimed at increasing medals in MB games, but the main purpose is to create a pre-winning game state (inside) after winning the MB. And

In each of the above-mentioned combinations, if the combination of symbols corresponding to the combination does not stop on the active line in the game selected for the combination, a combination that is carried over after the next game and a combination that is not carried over are determined. .
The role carried over is the special role MB. When an MB is won, in the game until the MB wins, the MB is controlled to carry over after the next game.

  On the other hand, while winning of MB is carried over, small roles and replays other than MB are not carried over. In the lottery of a combination, when a small combination or replay is won, the winning combination is valid only in the game, and the winning combination is not carried over after the next game. That is, in the game won for these winning combinations, the reel 31 is controlled to stop so that a combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination can be won, but at the end of the game regardless of whether or not the winning combination is won. The right to the elected role will cease.

A game in which a special role (MB) is not won (a game in which a special role is not carried over) is referred to as “non-inside”.
A game in which a special role is won in a game before the game but the selected special role is not won (a game in which the special role is carried over) is called “inside”.

  At the start of the game, the player operates the bet switch 40 to insert a previously stored medal, or inserts a medal from the medal insertion slot 43, and operates (turns on) the start switch 41. When the start switch 41 is operated, a signal generated at that time is input to the main control means 60. When receiving this signal, the main control means 60 (specifically, the reel control means 64 described later) controls to drive all the motors 32 and rotate all the reels 31. As the reel 31 is rotated by the motor 32 in this way, the symbols on the reel 31 are moved and displayed in the vertical direction in the display window 11 at a predetermined speed.

The player presses the stop switch 42 to stop the rotation of the reel 31 corresponding to the stop switch 42 (for example, the left reel 31 corresponding to the left stop switch 42). When the stop switch 42 is operated, a signal generated at that time is input to the main control means 60. When the main control means 60 (specifically, the reel control means 64 described later) receives this signal, the main control means 60 controls the drive of the motor 32 corresponding to the stop switch 42 and controls the stop of the reel 31 related to the motor 32. I do.
Then, the game result of the game is displayed by the combination of symbols when all the reels 31 are stopped. Further, when the combination of symbols corresponding to any of the combinations stops on the active line (when the winning combination of the combination is won), a medal corresponding to the winning combination is paid out.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the main game state controlled on the main control means 60 side includes a normal game and a special game, a normal game includes a non-internal medium game and an internal medium game, and a special game includes an MB game. Is provided. In addition, the non-internal middle game is controlled to be non-RT, and the internal middle game is controlled to be RT. Furthermore, AT and non-AT are provided as sub gaming states controlled on the sub control means 80 side.

“RT (replay time)” refers to a main gaming state in which the winning probability of replay is set higher than non-RT.
Note that the main gaming state in which the winning probability of replay is different from non-RT may be referred to as RT. In addition, for “replay winning probabilities differ”, the combined value of the winning probabilities for multiple types of replays is the same, but the method for distributing the winning probabilities for each replay is different, or the types of replays to be drawn are different. Including cases. Further, the winning probability of replay in non-RT may be set higher than RT. Thus, RT means in a narrow sense the main gaming state in which the winning probability of replay is set higher than non-RT, and broadly means a main gaming state in which the winning probability of replay is different from non-RT. .

  “AT (Assist Time)” is a result lottery result (including both single and duplicate) that gives an advantage / disadvantage to the player in accordance with the operation (pushing order and / or operation timing) of the stop switch 42. This is a sub game state in which operation information of the stop switch 42 that is most advantageous to the player is notified. In the present embodiment, during AT, the correct answer push order (push order in which the bell 01 wins and 10 payouts are paid) is notified when the composite bell is won, and during the non-AT, the correct answer push order is not notified. Thereby, during AT, if the player operates the stop switch 42 in accordance with the notification, the player can win the bell 01 when the composite bell is won.

In the present embodiment, when the main game state is an internal medium game (RT), the sub game state is shifted between the non-AT and the AT. If AT is executed during RT, it becomes ART (AT and RT). In addition, the non-internal medium game (non-RT) is usually non-AT.
In the present embodiment, in some rare cases, an MB is won during an AT, an MB game is executed, and thereafter, a transition is made to a non-internal medium game (non-RT). In this case, it is AT and non-RT.

Next, a specific configuration of the main control unit 60 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 1, the main control means 60 includes the following combination lottery means 61 and the like. The following units in the present embodiment are examples, and the main control unit 60 is not limited to the units shown in the present embodiment.

The role lottery means 61 performs lottery for a role (special role, replay, and small role as described above). The role lottery means 61 is based on, for example, a random number generator for hardware lottery (hardware random number, etc.), a random number extractor for extracting a random number generated by the random number generator, and a random value extracted by the random number extractor. And determining means for determining the presence / absence of a winning combination and the winning combination.
The random number generation means generates random numbers in a predetermined area (for example, 0 to 65535 in decimal notation). The random number is a random number in which a counter that performs 1 count at 200 n (nano) sec continues to count as a cycle in the range of 0 to 65535, and continues to count the random number while the slot machine 10 is powered on. .

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

  The combination lottery table 62 defines the types of combinations to be selected and the winning probability of each combination. The combination lottery table 62 is provided for each gaming state, and has a predetermined range of lottery areas. The lottery areas are divided into a winning area and a non-winning area for each combination, and the combination of lotteries is selected. The predetermined ratio is set so as to have a pre-set winning probability.

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing the types of winning combinations that are drawn in each main game state.
As described above, the main game state includes a normal game and a special game, the normal game includes a non-internal medium game (non-RT) and an internal medium game (RT), and the special game includes an MB game.
A combination lottery table 62 is provided for each main game state, and the type of winning combination and the winning probability are set. In the present embodiment, the winning probability (total value) of replay in the internal middle game (RT) is set to about 47%.

First, in a non-internal game, MBs are drawn. And when MB is won, it shifts from the next game to an internal game. When moving to the internal game, MB is not drawn.
In game states other than special games, there are four types of replay wins. In a non-internal game, only normal replays are drawn. On the other hand, in the inside game, all four types of replay are drawn.
In addition, as the types of winning of the small role, first, there are 12 types of composite bells A1 to D3, all of which are a plurality of types of bells. Each of these winning probabilities is 1/24, and the combined winning probability is set to 1/2.

In the internal game, the winning probability of the combined bell combination is ½, the winning probability of the replay combined is about 47%, and when including the winning probability of other small roles, the non-winning probability is almost “0” (extremely Low probability).
Also, in MB games, not all the lotteries are drawn. In addition, it is also possible to perform lottery for replay. As will be described later, in the MB game, the winning flags of all the small combinations are turned on, and a gaming state in which any small combination can win a prize is entered.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing the relationship between the type of duplicate winning, the contents, and the pressing order.
First, the replay overlap win is a overlap win between normal replay and special replay. When the replay overlap is won, a special replay can be won on the condition that the stop switch 42 is operated in the right middle left push order (reverse push) (always wins in this embodiment). On the other hand, in the other five pressing orders, the normal replay always wins and the special replay does not win.
Further, each of the composite bells A1 to D3 is a winning combination of five types of bells (any one of the bells 01 to 33), and any of the composite bells includes the winning of the bell 01.

Further, for example, in the composite bell A1, the winning of the bell 02 and the bell 03 is included, but the symbols relating to the middle reel 31 of the bell 02 and the bell 03 are “watermelon A” and “black BAR” as shown in FIG. It is.
Similarly, in the composite bell A2, the winning of the bell 04 and the bell 05 is included, but the symbols related to the reel 31 in the bell 04 and the bell 05 are “red 7” and “cherry”, respectively, as shown in FIG. .

Similarly, the composite bell A3 includes winning of the bell 06 and the bell 07, but the symbols relating to the middle reel 31 of the bell 06 and the bell 07 are “blue 7” and “white BAR” as shown in FIG. It is.
Similarly to the above, for the other composite bells, for example, in the composite bell B1, the symbols on the bell 31 of the bell 08 and the bell 09 are “watermelon A” and “black BAR”.

Moreover, as shown in FIG. 7, the correct answer push order is assigned to each composite bell.
Specifically, the correct pressing order of the composite bells A1 to A3 is middle right and left, and the correct pressing order of the composite bells B1 to B3 is middle right and left. Furthermore, the correct answer pressing order of the composite bells C1 to C3 is in the middle right and left, and the correct answer pressing order of the composite bells D1 to D3 is right middle and left.

For example, in the composite bell A1, the right / left push order is the correct answer push order, and the other five push orders are incorrect answer push orders. Then, in the correct answer pressing order, the bell 01 is always awarded. On the other hand, in the case of incorrect answer pressing order, when pressing forward (at the left first stop. Including order pinching, the same applies hereinafter), the bell 02 or the bell 03 can be won and the irregular pressing (middle or right) In the case of the first stop, the same applies hereinafter), the bell 26 or the bell 27 is awarded.
The reel stop control will be described later.

The winning flag control means 63 controls the on / off of the winning flag 63a corresponding to each winning, based on the winning lottery result by the winning lottery means 61. In the present embodiment, a winning flag 63a is provided for each combination for each combination. When any of the winning combinations is won by the winning lottery means 61, the winning flag 63a of the winning combination corresponding to the winning is turned on (the winning flag 63a is set).
For example, in a non-internal game, when winning the composite bell A1, the winning flags 63a relating to the bells 01, 02, 03, 26, and 27 (a total of five) are turned on, and the winning flags 63a for the other roles are set. Turn off.

Further, as described above, since the winning of the small role other than the special role and the replay is not carried over, even if the small role or the replay is won in the game and the winning flag 63a of these roles is turned on, the game At the end of this, the winning flag 63a is turned off.
On the other hand, since the winning of the MB is carried over, when the MB is won in the game and the winning flag 63a related to the winning MB is once turned on, the ON state is maintained until the MB wins, Turned off when the MB wins.

  For example, when the MB is won by the role lottery means 61 and the MB is not won in the game, when the composite bell A1 is won in the next game (internal game), the MB won in the previous game and the game The winning flags 63a of the bells 01, 02, 03, 26, and 27 (a total of six) won in the above are turned on. When the MB does not win in this game, the MB winning flag 63a is kept on. On the other hand, regardless of the game result (winning / non-winning) in the game, the five winning flags 63a related to the composite bell A1 are turned off at the end of the game.

  In FIG. 1, the reel control means 64 starts rotation of all (three) reels 31 when a rotation start command for the reels 31 is received, particularly when the start switch 41 is operated in this embodiment. To control. Further, the reel control means 64 refers to the ON / OFF of the winning flag 63a in the game after the winning lottery is performed by the winning lottery means 61, and the stop position determination table corresponding to ON / OFF of the winning flag 63a. 65, and when the stop switch 42 is operated, the stop position of the reel 31 corresponding to the stop switch 42 is determined based on the timing when the stop switch 42 is operated, and the motor 32 is turned on. Drive control is performed to stop the reel 31 at the determined position.

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

Here, “within the range of stop control of the reel 31” means the time from the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 actually stops or the amount of rotation of the reel 31 (the number of moving frames (symbols)). Means within range.
In this embodiment, the reel 31 is rotated at a speed of about 80 rotations per minute at a constant speed.
In games other than MB games, when the stop switch 42 is operated, the time from when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 is stopped is set within 190 ms. Thereby, in the present embodiment, the maximum number of moving frames from the symbol at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 stops is set to four frames.

  For the left reel 31 in the MB game, the time from when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 is stopped is set within 75 ms. As a result, in the present embodiment, the maximum number of moving frames from the design at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated until the reel 31 stops is set to one frame. Note that the middle and right reels 31 in the MB game are set to 190 ms or less (the maximum number of moving frames is 4) as described above.

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

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

Conversely, if the reel 31 is stopped immediately at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated, if the symbol combination corresponding to the winning combination is stopped on the effective line, the reel 31 is stopped when the reel 31 is stopped. By controlling the rotational movement of the reel 31 within the range of 31 stop control, the combination of symbols corresponding to the winning combination is controlled so as not to stop on the effective line (kicking stop control).
Furthermore, in a game in which a plurality of winning combinations are won, the priority order of winning combinations is determined in advance, and the drawing priority control of the highest priority symbol is performed according to the predetermined priority order.

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

  Further, in the present embodiment, during non-AT (except during AT preparation described later), the stop switch 42 to be operated first (first stop) is determined to be left (forward push) (first left). Stop instruction). Then, when the stop switch 42 is operated in the middle or right first stop (irregular pressing) during the first left stop instruction, for example, a penalty period is set for a predetermined number of games.

Thus, the player always digests the game as the first left stop except when the irregular push (first stop is middle or right) is notified.
Note that when the push order notification is performed during AT, the penalty is not set when the notification content is medium or right first stop.
There are various penalties to be set when the anomaly is pressed. In the present embodiment, during the penalty period, the AT lottery is not performed and the winning combination is not notified.

  The stop position determination table 65 is provided for each on / off state of the winning flag 63a, that is, for each lottery result of the combination by the combination lottery means 61, and the reel 31 at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated. The stop position of the reel 31 with respect to the position is determined. In each stop position determination table 65, for example, when the stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the symbol 01 (“watermelon A” in the case of the left reel 31) passes through the middle stage (effective line), what The stop position is determined in advance so that only the symbol is controlled to move and the symbol number is stopped in the middle.

The stop position determination table 65 includes the following.
The MB table is used when only the MB winning flag 63a is ON, that is, when the MB is won in the game, or when the MB is won before the game and the game is not won. Within the range of stop control 31, the combination of symbols corresponding to MB is stopped on the effective line, and the combination of symbols corresponding to roles other than MB is not stopped on the effective line so that the symbols when the reel 31 is stopped are stopped. Are defined.

  In the present embodiment, the symbol related to MB is “blank” in all the reels 31 (FIG. 5). Furthermore, one “blank” is provided for the left and right reels 31 and two “blanks” are provided for the middle reel 31. Therefore, the player cannot stop “blank” on the active line unless the player operates the stop switch 42 at the timing when “blank” stops on the active line.

Here, as described above, if the stop switch 42 is not operated at an appropriate position of the reel 31 (at an operation timing at which the target symbol can be stopped within the range of the maximum number of moving frames), the target symbol is stopped on the effective line. The fact that it is not possible to draw (draw to the effective line) is referred to as “PB (pull-in rate) ≠ 1”.
On the other hand, regardless of the position of the reel 31 at the moment when the stop switch 42 is operated (regardless of the operation timing of the stop switch 42), the target symbol can always be stopped (drawn) on the effective line. , Referred to as “PB = 1”.

“PB = 1” has a case in which all the reels 31 are in such a role and a case in which only a specific (partial) reel 31 is in that role.
As described above, in the first embodiment, since the maximum number of moving frames is “4”, when the target symbol is arranged at an interval within 5 symbols, “PB = 1”, which exceeds 5 symbols. When arranged at intervals, “PB ≠ 1”.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in the game when the MB is won in the non-internal medium game, or the game in the MB internal medium game when the role is not won, that is, a game in which the MB can be won, the stop switch is pressed in the right middle left push order. MB winning is permitted only when 42 is operated. When the stop switch 42 is operated in the other pressing order, the MB is not won (the role is not won).

In addition, the game at the time of MB winning in the non-internal middle game is normally non-AT, and the push order is not notified. Therefore, the player operates the stop switch 42 at the first left stop so as not to be penalized, and therefore, no MB is won in the game.
Furthermore, in the game in the inside, during the non-AT, the stop switch 42 is operated with the first left stop, so that no MB is won in the game.
Further, in a non-internal medium game or an internal medium game, a game in which the MB is available and the MB can be won is notified of the order of the first left stop (dummy). As a result, MB winning is avoided, and the winning MB is not won when the winning combination is not won.

  In addition, as a method of avoiding the MB winning, for example, a method of avoiding winning of the winning MB by causing the player to perform a predetermined push. For example, in a game where the MB can win a prize, aim for “red 7” for the left reel 31! ”And the like, and the notification that the second“ blank ”of the left reel 31 is not stopped on the active line is given.

Or, when the left and middle reels 31 are stopped, no notification is given, and only when the “Temple” of MB is formed with “blank”-“blank”-“rotating”, the right reel 31 is notified ( For example, “Aim at“ Red 7 ”!”).
Contrary to this, when MB is won, a penalty may be imposed. For example, after the MB game is over, an AT lottery is not performed for a predetermined number of games.

The composite bell A1 table is used when the composite bell A1 is won (when the winning flags 63a of the bells 01, 02, 03, 26, and 27 are turned on), and within the range of the stop control of the reel 31, the stop switch The combination of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped is determined so that the winning bell can be won or can be won according to the pressing order of 42 and the operation timing.
In addition, as the stop position determination table 65 when the composite bells A2 to D3 are won, a composite bell A2 table to a composite bell D3 table are provided, respectively.

Here, as a method of stopping and controlling the reel 31 when a plurality of winning combinations are simultaneously won (duplicate winning), “number priority” and “number priority” can be mentioned.
“Number priority” defines the stop position of the reel 31 so that the symbol related to the winning combination with the largest number of payouts is preferentially stopped (drawn) on the active line.
On the other hand, “number priority” defines the stop position of the reel 31 so that when the reel 31 is stopped, the number of winning combinations that can be won when the symbol is stopped on the effective line is maximized.

In the present embodiment, when the composite bell A1 is won, the double winning of the bell 01 of the 10-piece role, the bells 02 and 03 of the single-piece role, and the bells 26 and 27 of the single-piece role is also made.
When winning a composite bell, it is the same for other composite bells that the winning combination of the bell 01 with 10 sheets and the four types of bells with 1 sheet is performed.
In this embodiment, when any composite bell is won, stop control is performed based on the number priority when the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is the correct answer pressing order, and when the pressing order is the incorrect answer pressing order. Stop control based on number priority.

Hereinafter, stop control will be described by taking the composite bell A1 winning as an example.
As shown in FIG. 7, in the composite bell A1, the correct answer pressing order is “middle left and right”. Therefore, in the middle first stop, the first stop switch 42 is pressed in the correct order, so the reel control means 64 controls to stop the “bell” symbol in the middle.

Next, in the second left stop, the pressing order of the second stop switch 42 is also correct (in the case of 6-selection pressing order, the correct pressing order is determined in the second stop), and the reel control means No. 64 controls to stop the “bell” symbol in the middle.
At the time of the last right third stop, similarly to the left and middle reels 31, control is performed so that the “bell” symbol is stopped in the middle stage. As a result, the combination of the symbols of the bell 01 is stopped on the active line, so that the winning of the bell 01 is won, and in the case of a normal game, 10 payouts are made.

On the other hand, when the composite bell A1 is won and the answer is incorrect, the bell 02 or the bell 03 is controlled so as to be able to win a prize by giving priority to the number at the first stop on the left.
In the first left stop, the “bell” of the left reel 31 is a symbol related to the bell 01. On the other hand, the “replay” of the left reel 31 is a symbol related to the bells 02 and 03. Therefore, when “bell” is stopped on the active line when the left reel 31 is stopped, the number of winning combinations that can be won at that time is one (bell 01), but “replay” is stopped on the active line. At that time, the number of winning combinations that can be won is two (bells 02 and 03). Therefore, in the priority of the number, the “replay” symbol is stopped on the active line.

Since “replay” of the left reel 31 is “PB = 1”, it can always be stopped regardless of the operation timing of the left stop switch 42.
Further, when “replay” is stopped when the left reel 31 is stopped, the bells 01, 26, and 27 whose symbols on the left reel 31 are not “replay” are determined to be non-winning at that time.

Next, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which “watermelon A” related to the bell 02 or “black BAR” related to the bell 03 can be stopped on the effective line, Stop “Watermelon A” or “Black BAR”.
Here, as shown in FIG. 2, in the middle reel 31, “watermelon A” or “black BAR”, which is a symbol related to the bell 02 or the bell 03, is arranged at the 17th and 18th.
For example, in order to stop No. 17 “Black BAR” on the active line, it is necessary to operate the middle stop switch 42 at the moment when the symbols No. 13 to No. 17 pass the active line.

  Similarly, in order to stop No. 18 “Watermelon A” on the effective line, it is necessary to operate the middle stop switch 42 at the moment when the symbols No. 14 to No. 18 pass the effective line. Therefore, when the composite bell A1 is elected forward (when the push order is incorrect), “PB = 1” for the left reel 31, but “PB ≠ 1” for the middle reel 31.

  When the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the symbol No. 13 passes the effective line, only the “Black BAR” No. 17 can be stopped on the effective line, and the symbol No. 18 can be activated. When the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment of passing, only the 18th “watermelon A” can be stopped on the active line. On the other hand, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the symbols No. 14 to No. 17 pass the effective line, both “Black BAR” and “Watermelon A” can be stopped on the effective line.

  On the other hand, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at a timing other than the timing at which the 17th “black BAR” or the 18th “watermelon A” can be stopped on the active line, the 17th “black BAR” or 18th Since “watermelon A” cannot be stopped at the active line, the non-winning of the bell 02 or the bell 03 is determined at that time.

  Further, the symbol related to the right reel 31 of the bell 02 or the bell 03 is “red 7”, which is arranged at the number 12 position. In order to stop “Red 7” of No. 12 on the effective line in the right reel 31, it is necessary to operate the right stop switch 42 at the moment when the symbols No. 08 to No. 12 pass the effective line. On the other hand, when the right stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which the 12th “red 7” cannot be stopped on the active line, the bell 02 or the bell 03 is not won at that time.

  On the other hand, when “watermelon A” or “black BAR” is stopped on the effective line when the middle reel 31 is stopped, but “red 7” cannot be stopped on the effective line when the right reel 31 is stopped, the right reel 31 is stopped. When stopping, the “bell” is stopped on the active line (middle). In the right reel 31, the “bells” are arranged at intervals of 5 symbols or less, and can always be stopped at the effective line.

  In addition, after stopping “Replay” on the active line when the left reel 31 is stopped, when neither “Watermelon A” nor “Black BAR” can be stopped on the active line at the second stop, Any symbol may be stopped on the active line on the condition that the combination of symbols of the other role does not stop on the active line.

For example, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, “bell” is stopped at the effective line (middle stage).
On the other hand, in this case, when the middle reel 31 stops, the winning combination of the winning combination relating to the composite bell A1 is confirmed. Accordingly, when the right reel 31 is stopped, any symbol may be stopped on the effective line as long as the combination of symbols of other roles is not stopped on the effective line. For example, “Replay” may be stopped in the middle stage. Can be mentioned. Since the “replay” of the right reel 31 has the symbol arrangement of “PB = 1”, it can always be stopped. As a result, in the case of winning the combined bell A1, the winning combination when both the middle and right reels 31 are missed is “replay” − “bell” − “replay”. Then, this symbol combination may be used as a result of missing one bell at the time of winning the composite bell.

  When the composite bell A1 is won, the left, middle and right are pushed in order. When the middle reel 31 is stopped and the winning combination is confirmed, for example, when the right reel 31 is stopped, the composite bell A1 is won. When the symbol “Red 7” related to Bell 02 or 03 can be stopped on the active line, “Red 7” may be stopped.

When the combination switch A1 is selected, if the stop switch 42 is operated in the order of left and right in the middle (order pinch), the same stop control as that in the above-mentioned order of pushing the left middle right is applied to the middle and right reels 31. Against.
On the other hand, at the time of winning the composite bell A1, “middle left and right”, which is the correct pressing order, is notified during AT, and the first left stop is determined during non-AT. Therefore, in general, in the non-AT, the pressing order of “middle right left” or “right first stop” is not assumed. However, when such a pressing order occurs due to an operation error of the stop switch 42 of the player, the following control is performed.

  First, when the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is “middle right left”, the middle first stop is the correct answer in the pushing order at that time. Stop "Bell". Next, when it is the right second stop, the push order is incorrect at this point. If the answer is incorrect, the right reel 31 is stopped by switching to number priority. If the “bell” is stopped at the middle stage when the right reel 31 is stopped, the winning combination with the possibility of winning at that time is the bell 01 (one piece), but if “replay” is stopped at the middle stage, The winning combination with the possibility of winning is Bell 26 or Bell 27 (two). Therefore, the winning of the bell 26 or the bell 27 is given priority, and the “replay” is stopped at the middle stage.

When the last left reel 31 is stopped, the “watermelon A” related to the bell 26 or the “blank” related to the bell 27 is stopped on the effective line.
Here, as shown in FIG. 2, in the left reel 31, either “Watermelon A” or “Blank” is arranged at intervals within 5 symbols. Therefore, in the left reel 31, either symbol related to the bell 26 or the bell 27 has an arrangement of “PB = 1”.

As described above, the bell 26 or the bell 27 can always be awarded in the middle right / left push order. However, since both the bell 26 and the bell 27 are paid out, the player receives less profit than the winning of the bell 01.
If the stop switch 42 is operated in the middle right / left push order when the composite bell A1 is won during non-AT, a penalty is incurred.

  Next, when the combination bell A1 is selected, if the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is “first right stop”, the answer is incorrect when the first right stop is reached. Since the push order is incorrect, the reels 31 are controlled to stop with priority on the number. Here, if “red 7” is stopped in the middle when the right reel 31 is stopped, the number of bells that may be won is two, bell 02 or bell 03. If “replay” is stopped, the possibility of winning is awarded. There will be two bells 26 or 27. As described above, when the number of winning combinations having the same winning possibility is the same when the number is prioritized, any of these may be prioritized, and it may be determined in advance. If the bell 02 or the bell 03 is prioritized, the reels 31 are controlled to stop as in the first left stop.

  On the other hand, if the bell 26 or the bell 27 is prioritized, “replay” (“PB = 1” in the right reel 31) is stopped at the effective line when the right reel 31 is stopped. When the left reel 31 is stopped, “watermelon A” or “blank” is stopped on the effective line, and when the middle reel 31 is stopped, “bell” is stopped on the effective line. As a result, at the time of the first right stop, the stop control is the same as that in the above-described middle right-left pressing order, and the bell 26 or the bell 27 wins with “PB = 1”.

Next, the case of winning the composite bell A2 will be described. In the composite bell A2, the correct answer pressing order is “middle left and right”. Therefore, in the middle first stop, the first stop switch 42 is pressed in the correct order, and the reel control means 64 stops the “bell” on the active line.
Next, in the second left stop, the pushing order of the second stop switch 42 is also correct, so the reel control means 64 stops the “bell” on the active line.
At the time of the last right third stop, the “bell” is stopped on the active line in the same manner as the left and middle reels 31. As a result, the combination of the symbols of the bell 01 is stopped on the active line. Therefore, the stop control of each reel 31 is the same as when the composite bell A1 is won.

On the other hand, when the combination bell A2 is won and the answer is incorrect, the bell 04 or the bell 05 is controlled so as to be able to win a prize by giving priority to the number at the first stop on the left.
In the first left stop, the “bell” of the left reel 31 is a symbol related to the bell 01. On the other hand, the “replay” of the left reel 31 is a symbol related to the bell 04 and the bell 05. Therefore, when the “bell” is stopped on the active line when the left reel 31 is stopped, the number of winning combinations that can be won is one (bell 01), and when “replay” is stopped on the effective line, the winning combination that can be won is achieved. The number is two (bell 04 and bell 05). Therefore, in the priority of the number, “replay” is stopped at the effective line.
Further, if “replay” is stopped when the left reel 31 is stopped, the bells 01, 26 and 27 whose symbols on the left reel 31 are not “bell” are determined to be non-winning at that time.

Next, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which “red 7” related to the bell 04 or “cherry” related to the bell 05 can be stopped on the active line, the “red” 7 ”or“ Cherry ”is stopped.
Here, as shown in FIG. 2, in the middle reel 31, “red 7” and “cherry”, which are the symbols related to the bell 04 or the bell 05, are arranged at the 12th and 11th, respectively.

  In order to stop “Red 7” or “Cherry” on the active line, it is necessary to operate the middle stop switch 42 at the moment when the symbols No. 07 to No. 12 pass the active line. Therefore, when the composite bell A2 is elected forward (when the push order is incorrect), “PB = 1” for the left reel 31, but “PB ≠ 1” for the middle reel 31.

  In addition, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the 07th symbol passes through the active line, only the 11th "cherry" can stop at the active line, and the 12th symbol passes through the active line. When the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment of making, only the 12th “red 7” can be stopped on the active line. On the other hand, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the symbols No. 08 to No. 11 pass through the effective line, both “Cherry” and “Red 7” can be stopped on the effective line.

  For the last right reel 31, as in the case of winning the composite bell A1, when the right stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which “red 7” can be stopped on the active line, “red 7” is stopped on the active line. However, when the right stop switch 42 is operated at other timings, “Red 7” cannot be stopped at the active line.

When “red 7” or “cherry” cannot be stopped on the active line when the middle reel 31 is stopped, and when “red 7” cannot be stopped on the active line when the right reel 31 is stopped, the composite bell In the same way as when the A1 winner is missed, it is only necessary to stop the symbols on the active line so that no other winning combination is won.
Even in the middle of the left and right (when sandwiched in order), the stop control of each reel 31 is performed in the same manner as in the middle left and right (when pushed forward).
Further, when the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is “middle right / left” or “right first stop”, the same operation as that in the above-described combination bell A1 winning is performed.

  When the composite bell A3 is won, the stop control at the correct answer in the pressing order is the same as that of the composite bell A1. Also, at the time of the first stop at the left when the pressing order is incorrect, the bell 06 or the bell 07 is controlled to be awarded by giving priority to the number as in the case of the composite bell A1 winning. Therefore, at the time of the first stop on the left, “Replay” is stopped on the active line with the number priority.

Next, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which “blue 7” relating to the bell 06 or “white BAR” relating to the bell 07 can be stopped on the effective line, Stop “Blue 7” or “White BAR”.
Here, as shown in FIG. 2, in the middle reel 31, “Blue 7” and “White BAR”, which are the symbols related to Bell 06 or Bell 07, are arranged at No. 06 and No. 03, respectively.

  In order to stop “Blue 7” or “White BAR” on the active line, the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the symbols of No. 19 to No. 20 or No. 01 to 06 pass the active line. There is a need. Therefore, when the composite bell A3 is elected forward (when the push order is incorrect), “PB = 1” for the left reel 31, but “PB ≠ 1” for the middle reel 31.

  In addition, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the symbols No. 19 to No. 20 and No. 01 pass the effective line, only the No. 03 “white BAR” can be stopped, and the Nos. 04 to 06 can be stopped. When the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the symbol of the number passes through the active line, only the “blue 7” of the number 06 can be stopped. When the middle stop switch 42 is operated at the moment when the 02 or 03 symbol passes through the active line, both the 03 “white BAR” and 06 “blue 7” symbols stop on the active line. Is possible.

  For the last right reel 31, as in the case of winning the composite bell A1, when the right stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which “red 7” can be stopped on the active line, “red 7” is stopped on the active line. However, when the right stop switch 42 is operated at other timings, “Red 7” cannot be stopped at the active line.

When “blue 7” or “white BAR” cannot be stopped on the active line when the middle reel 31 is stopped, and when “red 7” cannot be stopped on the active line when the right reel 31 is stopped In the same way as when the bell A1 is won, it is only necessary to stop symbols on the active line so that no other winning combination is won.
Even in the middle of the left and right (when sandwiched in order), the stop control of each reel 31 is performed in the same manner as in the middle left and right (when pushed forward).
Further, when the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is “middle right / left” or “right first stop”, the same operation as that in the above-described combination bell A1 winning is performed.

When the composite bell B1 is won, the correct answer push order is middle right and left. When the stop switch 42 is operated in the correct push order when the composite bell B1 is won, the control is performed so that the bell 01 is won in the same manner as the composite bell A1. To do.
Also, at the time of the first left stop when the push order is incorrect, as in the case of the composite bell A1 winning, the number 08 is given priority to control the bell 08 or the bell 09 so that a winning can be achieved. Therefore, at the time of the first stop on the left, “Replay” is stopped on the active line with the number priority.

  Next, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which the “watermelon A” relating to the bell 08 or the “black BAR” relating to the bell 09 can be stopped on the effective line, Stop “Watermelon A” or “Black BAR”. The stop control of the reel 31 at this time is the same as when the composite bell A1 is won.

  For the last right reel 31, the design related to Bell 08 or 09 is “Blue 7”, so in FIG. 2, the right stop switch 42 is turned on at the timing when “Blue 7” of No. 07 can be stopped on the active line. When operated, “blue 7” is stopped on the active line, but when the right stop switch 42 is operated at other timings, “blue 7” cannot be stopped on the active line.

Even in the middle of the left and right (when sandwiched in order), the stop control of each reel 31 is performed in the same manner as in the middle left and right (when pushed forward).
When “watermelon A” or “black BAR” cannot be stopped on the active line when the middle reel 31 is stopped, and when “blue 7” cannot be stopped on the active line when the right reel 31 is stopped Similar to the case of missing the combined bell, it is only necessary to stop the symbols that are not won by other roles on the active line.

  Further, when the combination bell B1 is selected and the stop switch 42 is pressed in the “middle left and right” direction, the middle first stop is the correct answer in the pushing order at that time. Stop "Bell". Next, if it is the second left stop, the push order is incorrect at this point. When the pressing order is incorrect, the left reel 31 is stopped by switching to the number priority. That is, control is performed so that the winning of the bell 28 or the bell 29 is given priority. As a result, the winning of the bell 28 or the bell 29 is prioritized over the bell 01. Therefore, when the left reel 31 is stopped, “watermelon A” (PB = 1 in the left reel 31) is stopped on the active line.

Further, for the last right reel 31, “cherry” or “blank” is stopped on the active line. As shown in FIG. 2, in the right reel 31, either “cherry” or “blank” is arranged at an interval within 5 symbols. Accordingly, in the right reel 31, any symbol related to the bell 28 or the bell 29 has an arrangement of “PB = 1”.
As described above, the bell 28 or the bell 29 can always be awarded in the middle / left / right pushing order when the composite bell B1 is won. However, since both the bell 28 and the bell 29 are paid out, the player receives less profit than the winning of the bell 01.

  Furthermore, when the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is “first right stop”, the pressing order is incorrect at the first right stop. Accordingly, at the time of the first stop on the right, the reels 31 are controlled so as to give priority to the number, so that “blue 7” (bell 08 or bell 09) or “cherry” or “blank” (bell 28 or bell 29) is stopped. .

When “blue 7” is stopped at the right first stop, when “watermelon A” or “black BAR” can be stopped when the middle reel 31 is stopped, any of these symbols is stopped.
Further, when “Cherry” or “Blank” is stopped at the right first stop, “Bell” (PB = 1) is stopped when the middle reel 31 is stopped.

  The stop control at the time of winning the composite bell B2 replaces the bell 08 or the bell 09 with the bell 10 or the bell 11, and the symbol of the middle reel 31 is changed from "Watermelon A" or "Black BAR". Corresponds to “Red 7” or “Cherry”. The stop control of “red 7” or “cherry” of the middle reel 31 is the same as when the composite bell A2 is won.

  Further, the stop control at the time of winning the composite bell B3 replaces the bell 08 or the bell 09 with the bell 12 or the bell 13 as compared with the above-mentioned winning of the composite bell B1, and the symbol of the middle reel 31 is “watermelon A” or “black BAR”. To “blue 7” or “white BAR”. The stop control of “blue 7” or “white BAR” of the middle reel 31 is the same as when the composite bell A3 is won.

When the composite bell C1 is won, the correct answer pressing order is in the middle left and right. When the stop switch 42 is operated in the correct answer pressing order when the composite bell C1 is selected, the control is performed so that the bell 01 is won in the same manner as the composite bell A1. To do.
In addition, at the time of the first stop at the left when the pressing order is incorrect, the bell 14 or the bell 15 is controlled so as to be awarded by giving priority to the number as in the case of the composite bell A1 winning. Therefore, at the time of the first stop on the left, “Replay” is stopped on the active line with the number priority.

  Next, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which “watermelon A” related to the bell 14 or “black BAR” related to the bell 15 can be stopped on the effective line, “ Stop “Watermelon A” or “Black BAR”. The stop control of the reel 31 at this time is the same as when the composite bell A1 is won.

For the last right reel 31, the symbol related to the bell 14 or the bell 15 is “black BAR”. Therefore, in FIG. 2, the right stop switch 42 is turned on at a timing at which the “black BAR” in FIG. When operated, the “black BAR” is stopped at the effective line, but when the right stop switch 42 is operated at other timings, the “black BAR” cannot be stopped at the effective line.
Even in the middle of the left and right (when sandwiched in order), the stop control of each reel 31 is performed in the same manner as in the middle left and right (when pushed forward).

  When “watermelon A” or “black BAR” cannot be stopped on the active line when the middle reel 31 is stopped, and when “black BAR” cannot be stopped on the active line when the right reel 31 is stopped Similar to the case of missing the combined bell, it is only necessary to stop the symbols that are not won by other roles on the active line.

  In addition, when the combination bell C1 is selected and the stop switch 42 is pressed in the middle right, the right first stop is the correct answer in the pressing order at that time. Stop "Bell". Next, in the middle second stop, the push order is incorrect at this point. When the pressing order is incorrect, the middle reel 31 is stopped by switching to the number priority. That is, control is performed so that the winning of the bell 30 or the bell 31 is given priority. Thus, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, “replay” (PB = 1 for the middle reel 31) is stopped at the effective line.

For the last left reel 31, "watermelon A" or "blank"("PB = 1" in total) is stopped at the active line.
From the above, it is possible to always win the bell 30 or the bell 31 in the right middle left push order when the composite bell C1 is won. However, since either the bell 30 or the bell 31 is paid out, the player receives less profit than the winning of the bell 01.

Furthermore, when the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is “medium first stop”, the push order is incorrect at the middle first stop point. Therefore, at the time of the middle stop, the reel 31 is controlled to stop with priority on the number, but when either “Watermelon A” or “Black BAR” is stopped, the bell that may be won at the time of the stop is 1 However, if the “replay” is stopped, there are two bells 30 or 31 that are likely to win. Therefore, due to the number priority, “replay” (“PB = 1”) is stopped during the middle first stop.
When the left reel 31 is stopped, “watermelon A” or “blank” (totally “PB = 1”) is stopped on the effective line, and when the right reel 31 is stopped, “bell” (“PB = 1”) is enabled. Stop on line.

  The stop control at the time of winning the composite bell C2 replaces the bell 14 or the bell 15 with the bell 16 or the bell 17, and the symbol of the middle reel 31 from "Watermelon A" or "Black BAR". Corresponds to “Red 7” or “Cherry”. The stop control of “red 7” or “cherry” of the middle reel 31 is the same as when the composite bell A2 is won.

  Further, the stop control at the time of winning the composite bell C3 is that the bell 14 or the bell 15 is replaced with the bell 18 or 19 and the symbol of the middle reel 31 is changed to “watermelon A” or “black BAR”. To “blue 7” or “white BAR”. The stop control of “blue 7” or “white BAR” of the middle reel 31 is the same as when the composite bell A3 is won.

The correct answer push order when winning the composite bell D1 is right middle left, and when the stop switch 42 is operated in the correct push order when winning the composite bell D1, the control is performed so that the bell 01 is won in the same manner as the composite bell A1. To do.
Further, at the time of the first stop at the left when the push order is incorrect, the bell 20 or the bell 21 is controlled so as to be awarded by giving priority to the number as in the case of the composite bell A1 winning. Therefore, at the time of the first stop on the left, “Replay” is stopped on the active line with the number priority.

  Next, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated at a timing at which the “watermelon A” related to the bell 20 or the “black BAR” related to the bell 21 can be stopped on the effective line, Stop “Watermelon A” or “Black BAR”. The stop control of the reel 31 at this time is the same as when the composite bell A1 is won.

For the last right reel 31, the symbol related to the bell 20 or the bell 21 is “white BAR”. Therefore, in FIG. 2, the right stop switch 42 is set at a timing at which the “white BAR” of No. 02 can be stopped on the active line. When operated, the “white BAR” is stopped at the effective line, but when the right stop switch 42 is operated at other timings, the “white BAR” cannot be stopped at the effective line.
Even in the middle of the left and right (when sandwiched in order), the stop control of each reel 31 is performed in the same manner as in the middle left and right (when pushed forward).

  When “watermelon A” or “black BAR” cannot be stopped on the effective line when the middle reel 31 is stopped, and when “white BAR” cannot be stopped on the effective line when the right reel 31 is stopped Similar to the case of missing the combined bell, it is only necessary to stop the symbols that are not won by other roles on the active line.

  Further, when the composite bell D1 is selected and the stop switch 42 is pressed in the “middle right”, the right first stop is the correct answer in the pressing order at that time. Stop "Bell". Next, if it is the second left stop, the push order is incorrect at this point. When the pressing order is incorrect, the left reel 31 is stopped by switching to the number priority. That is, control is performed so that the winning of the bell 32 or the bell 33 is prioritized. Thus, when the left reel 31 is stopped, “watermelon A” (PB = 1 in the left reel 31) is stopped on the effective line.

For the last middle reel 31, "watermelon B" or "blank"("PB = 1" in total) is stopped at the active line.
From the above, it is possible to always win the bell 32 or the bell 33 in the order of pressing the middle left and right (in the case of incorrect answer) when the composite bell D1 is won. However, since both the bell 32 and the bell 33 are paid out, the player receives less profit than the winning of the bell 01.

  Furthermore, when the composite bell D1 is selected, if the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is “medium first stop”, the answer is incorrect at the time of the middle first stop. Therefore, at the time of the middle first stop, the reel 31 is controlled to stop with the number priority, but “watermelon A” (bell 20), “black BAR” (bell 21), “watermelon B” (bell 32), or “blank”. "(Bell 33) no matter which one is stopped, at the time of the stop, there is only one winning combination having the possibility of winning.

In such a case, which may be prioritized and which is prioritized may be determined in advance. For example, when the middle stop switch 42 is operated immediately before the “watermelon B” of No. 16 passes the effective line at the middle first stop, “watermelon B (16)”, “black BAR (17)” "Or" Watermelon A (No. 18) "can be stopped on the active line.
Here, if the bell 20 or the bell 21 is prioritized and either the “watermelon A” or the “black BAR” is stopped when the middle reel 31 is stopped, the left reel 31 is “PB = 1”, the right The reel 31 is “PB ≠ 1”.

  On the other hand, if priority is given to the bell 32 or the bell 33, when the middle reel 31 is stopped, "watermelon B" or "blank" ("PB = 1" in total) is stopped on the effective line. When the left reel 31 is stopped, “watermelon A” (“PB = 1”) is stopped on the effective line, and when the right reel 31 is stopped, “bell” (“PB = 1”) is stopped on the effective line.

  The stop control at the time of winning the composite bell D2 is that the bell 20 or the bell 21 is replaced with the bell 22 or the bell 23, and the symbol of the middle reel 31 is changed from “Watermelon A” or “Black BAR”. Corresponds to “Red 7” or “Cherry”. The stop control of “red 7” or “cherry” of the middle reel 31 is the same as when the composite bell A2 is won.

  Further, the stop control at the time of winning the composite bell D3 is that the bell 20 or the bell 21 is replaced with the bell 24 or the bell 25 and the symbol of the middle reel 31 is “watermelon A” or “black BAR”. To “blue 7” or “white BAR”. The stop control of “blue 7” or “white BAR” of the middle reel 31 is the same as when the composite bell A3 is won.

The middle cherry table is used when the middle cherry is won, and when the left reel 31 is stopped, the combination of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped is determined so that “cherry” is stopped at the effective line (middle stage). It is a thing.
The symbol “cherry” on the left reel 31 is “PB ≠ 1”.
In the middle cherry table, there are no particular restrictions on the symbols when the middle and right reels 31 are stopped. For example, “red 7”, “blue 7”, “black BAR”, “white BAR”, Control is performed so that the “replay” alignment, the “bell” alignment, and the “watermelon (A, B)” alignment do not stop on a straight line.

The corner cherry table is used when the corner cherry is won, and the combination of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped is determined so that the combination of symbols corresponding to the corner cherry is stopped on the effective line. is there.
Here, when the black cherry “black BAR / red 7 / blue 7”-“cherry”-“black BAR / red 7 / blue 7” stops at the active line, “lower” — “middle” — “upper” The “cherry”-“cherry”-“cherry”, so-called triple cherry, stops at the invalid line (upward to the right). The symbol arrangement of each reel 31 of the square cherry is “PB ≠ 1”.

Furthermore, the watermelon table is used when a watermelon is won, and the reel is set to stop “watermelon A” for the left reel 31 and “watermelon B” for the middle and right reels 31 at the effective line. 31 is a combination of symbols at the time of stopping.
The symbol “watermelon A” on the left reel 31 has a “PB = 1” arrangement, and the symbol “watermelon B” on the middle and right reel 31 has a “PB ≠ 1” arrangement.

Next, the stop position determination table 65 related to replay will be described.
First, the normal replay table is used when normal replay is won, and within the range of the reel 31 stop control, the normal replay is won and the reels 31 are not awarded any role other than the normal replay. The combination of symbols at the time of stopping is determined.

As shown in FIG. 2, in all reels 31, “replay” symbols are arranged at intervals of 5 symbols or less. Therefore, with respect to the normal replay, the normal replay can always be won regardless of the operation timing of the stop switch 42 (PB = 1).
For both non-internal and internal games, when normal replay is won, normal replay wins with “PB = 1”.

  The bell replay 1 table is used when the bell replay 1 is won, and the reel replay 1 is awarded within the range of the stop control of the reel 31 so that a role other than the bell replay 1 is not won. 31 is a combination of symbols at the time of stopping. As shown in FIG. 2, the combination of symbols of the bell replay 1 is “replay” − “watermelon A / watermelon B / white BAR” − “replay”. Here, “replay” of the left and right reels 31 has a symbol arrangement of “PB = 1” as described above.

For the middle reel 31, any one of “watermelon A”, “watermelon B”, or “white BAR” is arranged at an interval within 5 symbols. As a result, the sum of these three symbols is “PB = 1”. Therefore, when winning the bell replay 1, the bell replay 1 wins with “PB = 1”.
Further, as described above, when the bell replay 1 is won, “bells” are aligned with the “upper”-“upper”-“upper” invalid line.

  Further, the bell replay 2 table is used when the win of the bell replay 2 is won, and within the range of the stop control of the reel 31, the bell replay 2 is won and no role other than the bell replay 2 is won. The combination of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped is determined. The combination of symbols of the bell replay 2 is “replay” − “bell” − “watermelon A / watermelon B” as shown in FIG. Here, the “replay” of the left reel 31 and the “bell” of the middle reel 31 have the symbol arrangement of “PB = 1” as described above.

For the right reel 31, either “Watermelon A” or “Watermelon B” is arranged at an interval within 5 symbols. As a result, the sum of these two symbols is “PB = 1”. Therefore, when winning the bell replay 2, the bell replay 2 wins with “PB = 1”.
Further, as described above, when the bell replay 2 is won, the “bell” is aligned with the invalid line of “upper stage” − “middle stage” − “lower stage”.

  The replay duplication table is used when both normal replay and special replay are won. When the stop switch 42 is pressed first right within the range of stop control of the reel 31, the special replay is awarded. The combination of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped is determined so that the normal replay is won in the pressing order of the left or middle first stop.

In particular, in the present embodiment, when AT is started, it waits for a replay overlap win, and in the game that is a replay overlap win, the stop switch 42 should be operated in the order of right middle left push and “Red 7”. “Inform the player that the symbol should be aimed.
Here, aiming at “Red 7” of No. 12 at the first stop on the right, aiming at “Red 7” of No. 12 at the second stop of the middle, and aiming at “Red 7” of No. 13 at the third stop of the left, Special replays with “Red 7” aligned on the active line stop. On the other hand, if “red 7” cannot be stopped when the right and middle reels 31 are stopped in the pressing order of the right first stop and the middle second stop, “replay” is stopped. Furthermore, in the pressing order of the right first stop, if “red 7” cannot be stopped when the left reel 31 is stopped, “bell” is stopped.

On the other hand, each reel 31 is stopped using the normal replay table in the pressing order that is the left or middle first stop.
In the case of the right first stop pressing order, even if the player misses the “Red 7” alignment, the special replay pattern is “PB = 1” on all reels 31. Because there is, special replay always wins when winning special replay.

When the winning of MB is carried over (inside the inside), if any winning combination or replay is won, the reel 31 is controlled to stop using the following stop position determination table 65.
First, at the time of replay winning of an internal game, a stop position determination table 65 that prioritizes replay winning is used. Since the replay always wins as described above (PB = 1), when the replay is won in the internal game, there is no case where the MB that has won the win wins.

Further, when winning a combined bell in an internal game, priority is given to the winning of the bell, and when the bell cannot be won, the stop position determination table 65 for winning the MB having the winning is used.
First, in the internal middle game, the stop position determination table 65 that always wins the bell 01 is used at the time of the correct answer in the pushing order when the composite bell is won. Therefore, when the complex bell is won and the correct answer is correct in the internal game, Bell 01 always wins with “PB = 1”, and there is no case where the MB that has won the prize wins.

Also, in the game in the middle, when an incorrect answer is made when the composite bell is won (first stop left), priority is given to winning one bell, and MB does not win.
As described above, “replay” is always stopped at the middle stage when the first stop is left at the wrong answer in pushing order when the composite bell is won. On the other hand, since the symbol of the left reel 31 of the MB is “blank”, the MB non-winning is determined at the first left stop. Therefore, in the MB inside game, the MB does not win even if the push order is incorrect when the composite bell is won and the bell is missed.

  For the bell 29, the design of the right reel 31 is the same “blank” as MB. And, when winning the composite bells B1 to B3, winning of the bell 29 is included. For this reason, at the time of winning one of the composite bells B1 to B3, the “blank” of the right reel 31 may stop at the active line when the right first stop is performed (when the pushing order is incorrect). However, since “watermelon A” of the left reel 31 and “bell” of the middle reel 31 are both arranged with “PB = 1”, the bell 29 always stops at the effective line. Therefore, there is no case where MB wins.

  Further, when the composite bells D1 to D3 are elected, the “blank” of the bell 33 may be stopped during the middle first stop (when the push order is incorrect). However, since “watermelon A” on the left reel 31 and “bell” on the right reel 31 are both arranged with “PB = 1”, the bell 33 always wins. Therefore, MB does not win in this case.

  The MB game table is used when no lottery of a role is performed during MB game, or when a role (for example, replay) is lottery, when the role is not won. The winning position 63a of the small role is turned on, and the stop position of the reel 31 is determined so that the combination of symbols corresponding to any of the small roles is stopped on the effective line within the range of the stop control of the reel 31. is there.

In the present embodiment, stop control is performed within 75 ms (the maximum number of moving frames is 1 frame) for the left reel 31, and stop control is performed for 190 ms (within 4 frames) for the middle and right reels 31.
Furthermore, during the MB game, any small combination may be controlled to win, but in the present embodiment, control is performed so that the bell 01 is won.

  The non-winning table is used when all winning flags 63a are off, and defines the combination of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped so that the symbol combination corresponding to any combination does not stop on the active line. It is.

  The stop symbol determination means 66 determines whether or not the symbol combination of the reel 31 stopped on the effective line matches the symbol combination corresponding to any combination when the reel 31 is stopped. The stop symbol determining means 66 determines a symbol on the active line by detecting, for example, the angle at which the motor 32 is stopped or the number of steps.

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

The main game state control means 68 shifts the main game state based on the winning or winning of the MB and controls the start and end of the MB game.
The main game state is a game state in which the shift is controlled on the main control means 60 side, and is shifted by winning or winning a MB or the like.
FIG. 8 shows the transition of the main game state. There are three main game states in this embodiment: non-internal medium game (non-RT), MB internal medium game (RT), and MB game. The non-internal game and the MB internal game are games other than the MB game and are referred to as “normal games”.

“Non-internal medium game” is a game in which the MB is not won (the MB win is not carried over). In addition, “MB inside game” has won the MB in the game before the game, but the combination of symbols corresponding to the selected MB has not stopped (winned) on the active line (MB winning has been carried forward) It is a game.
As shown in FIG. 6, the combination lottery table 62 is different for each main gaming state (the winning probability of at least one combination is different, or at least one winning probability of replay is different).

  The main game state control means 68 wins the MB in the non-internal medium game, and when the MB does not win in the game, the main game state is transferred from the next game to the MB internal medium game. The game inside the MB continues until the winning MB wins. When the winning MB wins, the main game state control means 68 shifts the main game state to the MB game. The MB game continues until a predetermined end condition is satisfied (for example, until the payout number reaches a predetermined number (for example, 40)). When the MB game is finished, the main game state control means 68 shifts the main game state to the non-internal middle game.

  As described above, MBs can be won on the condition that the pressing order is middle right and left, but since the pressing order is set as a penalty, the player intentionally presses back. The stop switch 42 is not operated in the pressing order unless an operation mistake is made. For this reason, MB will not win. Therefore, after winning the MB, the MB does not win, that is, the game inside the MB continues for a long time. Therefore, since it is rare that the winning MB wins, MB games are rarely executed.

  In addition, although the MB winning probability can be set arbitrarily, in the present embodiment, it is set to a relatively high probability (1/10 in the example of FIG. 6). Thus, if the winning MB wins and shifts to the MB game, and the MB game ends and shifts to the non-internal medium game, the MB is won early and becomes the MB internal medium game.

  The sub transmission unit 70 transmits various information (commands) from the main control unit 60 to the sub control unit 80. Information to be transmitted includes information indicating that a medal has been inserted, information indicating that the bet switch 40 has been operated, information indicating that the start switch 41 has been operated, information regarding a lottery result (winning combination), and reel 31 Information indicating that the rotation of the reel 31 has been started, information indicating that the stop switch 42 has been operated, information indicating that the reel 31 has been stopped, information regarding the stop position of each reel 31 (design stopped on the active line), and information regarding the winning combination , Information on payout of medals, information on main gaming state (non-inside, inside, MB game), information on freeze (start and end of freeze, and information on operation mode of reel being frozen), external signal Information on setting values, information on setting values, and the like.

  On the sub-control means 80 side, the relationship between the lottery result of the combination and the pressing order of the stop switch 42 that is the correct pressing order is stored in advance. During the AT, the sub-control means 80 side determines which push order is the correct push order based on the information on the lottery result received from the main control means 60 side, and notifies this. To do.

As shown in FIG. 1, an external terminal board 100 (relay board, concentrated terminal board) is electrically connected to a main control board constituting the main control means 60, and a game information display device is connected to the external terminal board 100. 110 is electrically connected.
The main control means 60 transmits an external signal to the external terminal board 100 in one direction, and the external terminal board 100 sends the external signal received from the main control means 60 to the game information display device 110 or the hall computer (see FIG. (Not shown).

In the present embodiment, the main control means 60 transmits an external signal S1 related to the number of transitions from non-AT to AT and an external signal S2 related to the number of continuations of AT as external signals.
The game information display device 110 is provided separately from the slot machine 10 and receives an external signal transmitted from the main control means 60 via the external terminal board 100 to display necessary information.

Thereby, the player sees the game information display device 110, so that the game history of the slot machine 10, for example, the total number of games in the current day and the past several days, the number of transitions from non-AT to AT, and the continuation of AT You can know the number of times.
In addition, the hall computer displays various statistical information such as how many balls have been played on the day (game information), including the number of transitions from non-AT to AT and the number of continuations of AT. Collect and use for hall management.

Here, for security reasons, the external terminal board 100 is allowed to be connected only to the main control board (main control means 60), and the sub control board (sub control means 80) is inferior to the main control board in terms of security. Are generally not connected.
Therefore, in order to transmit the external signals S1 and S2 from the main control unit 60 to the external terminal board 100, the main control unit 60 side determines that the transition from non-AT to AT or AT has continued. There is a need.

However, in the present embodiment, the AT is controlled on the sub-control unit 80 side, but since the signal is transmitted in one direction from the main control unit 60 to the sub-control unit 80, the non-AT shifts to the AT. In addition, a signal indicating that the AT has been continued cannot be transmitted from the sub control unit 80 to the main control unit 60. For this reason, the main control means 60 cannot directly determine the start, continuation, and end of AT.
Therefore, on the main control means 60 side, the external signal control means 71 (to be described later) counts the number of games that the bell 01 has won in the winning games of the composite bells A1 to D3, and based on the count value, starts AT, The output of the external signals S1 and S2 is controlled by determining continuation and termination.

As shown in FIG. 1, the main control means 60 includes an external signal control means 71.
In the present embodiment, the external signal control means 71 includes an external signal counter 71a.
The external signal counter 71a counts the number of games in which a combination of symbols corresponding to the bell 01 is displayed (the bell 01 won a prize) in the games won by the composite bells A1 to D3.
Specifically, the initial value of the external signal counter 71a is set to “0”. Then, the external signal control means 71 sets the count value of the external signal counter 71a to “0” every time a combination of symbols corresponding to the bell 01 is displayed in the game selected for the composite bells A1 to D3 (the bell 01 wins). Add 1 ”. The external signal control means 71 performs a process of updating or maintaining the count value of the external signal counter 71a after all the reels 31 are stopped.

Further, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N1 (N1 ≧ 1), the external signal control means 71 relates to the external signal S1 related to the number of transitions from non-AT to AT and the number of continuations of AT. The output of the external signal S2 is turned on.
In this embodiment, N1 = 2 is set. When the count value of the external signal counter 71a changes from “1” to “2” after all the reels 31 are stopped, the external signal control means 71 receives the external signals S1 and S2 at the end of the game. Turn on the output.

Furthermore, the external signal control means 71 turns off the output of the external signals S1 and S2 when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N2 (N2> N1).
In this embodiment, N2 = 22 is set. When the count value of the external signal counter 71a changes from “21” to “22” after all the reels 31 are stopped, the external signal control means 71 receives the external signals S1 and S2 at the end of the game. Turn off the output.

Further, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N3 (N3> N2), the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the external signal S2 while keeping the output of the external signal S1 off. To do.
In this embodiment, N3 = 23 is set. When the count value of the external signal counter 71a changes from “22” to “23” after all the reels 31 are stopped, the external signal control means 71 outputs the external signal S1 at the end of the game. The output of the external signal S2 is turned on while being turned off.

Further, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N4 (N4> N3), the external signal control means 71 rewrites the count value of the external signal counter 71a to the specified value N2 and the external signal S2 Turn off the output.
In this embodiment, N4 = 44 is set. When the count value of the external signal counter 71a changes from “43” to “44” after all the reels 31 are stopped, the external signal control means 71 rewrites the count value to “22”. Thereafter, the external signal control means 71 executes processing when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches “22”. That is, at the end of the game, the output of the external signals S1 and S2 is turned off.

  Here, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a changes from “43” to “44”, the output of the external signal S1 is off and the output of the external signal S2 is on. Thereafter, the count value of the external signal counter 71a is rewritten from “44” to “22”. Therefore, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a changes from “44” to “22”, the external signal control means 71 turns off only the output of the external signal S2 at the end of the game. .

Also, the external signal control means 71 rewrites the count value to “22” when the count value of the external signal counter 71a becomes “44”. Therefore, the external signal counter 71a repeats the counting operation between “22” and “44”. That is, the number of games won by the bell 01 when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won is repeated from the specified value N2 to the specified value N4.
For this reason, even if AT continues for a long time, the count value of the external signal counter 71a does not continue to increase, so that the memory capacity can be prevented from being compressed.

Furthermore, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a is rewritten from “44” to “22”, the external signal control means 71 thereafter receives the winning of the bell 01 when the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected, thereby causing the external signal counter 71a to win. When the count value becomes “23”, the output of the external signal S2 is turned on again with the output of the external signal S1 turned off again.
Thus, during the AT, the output of the external signal S2 is once turned off and then turned on again every time the number of winnings of the bell 01 reaches (N4-N2) times (22 times).

In addition, the external signal control means 71 does not display the symbol combination corresponding to the bell 01 in the game selected for the composite bells A1 to D3 (the bell 01 did not win), and the number of games is the specified value N5 (N5 ≧ When 1), the count value of the external signal counter 71a is cleared and the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 are turned off.
In this embodiment, N5 = 1 is set. The external signal control means 71 clears the count value of the external signal counter 71a (sets the initial value “0”) and the external signal when the bell 01 does not win when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won. The output of S1 and S2 is turned off.

For this reason, in the present embodiment, the count value of the external signal counter 71a is cleared and the output of the external signals S1 and S2 is turned off by one incorrect answer in the pressing order due to a player's operation mistake or the like. . In this case, the sub control means 80 continues the AT until the AT end condition is satisfied. For this reason, when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, the correct answer pressing order is continuously notified. When the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N1, the external signal control means 71 turns on the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 again.
In addition, the external signal control means 71 maintains the count value of the external signal counter 71a and the on / off state of the output of the external signals S1 and S2 in the game that results in the role lottery other than the composite bells A1 to D3. To maintain.

  Further, when the AT is terminated on the sub-control means 80 side, the correct push order is not notified even if the combined bells A1 to D3 are won, so there is a high possibility that the push order is incorrect. Then, when the combination bells A1 to D3 are won, the push order is incorrect, and when the bell 01 is not won, the external signal control means 71 clears the count value of the external signal counter 71a and outputs the external signals S1 and S2. Turn off.

As described above, in this embodiment, the start, continuation, and end of the AT are determined on the sub-control unit 80 side, but the start, continuation, and end of the AT are performed by the external signal control unit 71 on the main control unit 60 side. Judging and controlling the output of the external signals S1 and S2.
Further, the output of two types of external signals (external signals S1 and S2) can be controlled by one counter (external signal counter 71a).

Here, conventionally, it is known that an RB signal related to RB games is output as the external signal S1, and a 1BB signal related to 1BB games is output as the external signal S2.
Therefore, the game information display device 110 counts and displays the number of transitions to the RB game or 1BB game on the assumption that the RB signal is output as the external signal S1 and the 1BB signal is output as the external signal S2. Is set to

On the other hand, when the 1BB signal is prioritized over the RB signal, and the output of the RB signal and the 1BB signal is turned on at the same time, the game information display is set to count only the 1BB signal without counting the RB signal. Apparatus 110 is known.
In the gaming information display device 110 having such a specification, when the output of the RB signal (external signal S1) and the 1BB signal (external signal S2) is simultaneously turned on, only the 1BB signal (external signal S2) is counted, and the RB signal ( The external signal S1) is not counted.

Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N1, the external signal control means 71 first turns on the output of the external signal S1, and then turns on the output of the external signal S1 for a predetermined time. It is set so that the output of the external signal S2 is turned on after a lapse of T1 (1,500 ms in the present embodiment).
As a result, even when the output of the external signals S1 and S2 is simultaneously turned on, the game information display device 110 that counts only the external signal S2 also counts both the external signals S1 and S2 and reflects them in the display. ing.
The predetermined time T1 is not limited to 1,500 ms and can be set as appropriate.

  In addition, in the game information display device 110 that counts only the external signal S2 when the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 are simultaneously turned on, the BB signal (external signal S1) remains on while the output of the RB signal (external signal S1) remains on. When the output of the signal S2) is turned off, it is erroneously determined that the output of the RB signal (external signal S1) is turned on at that moment, and the RB signal (external signal S1) is counted.

Therefore, in this embodiment, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N2, the external signal control unit 71 turns off the output of the external signal S1 and turns off the output of the external signal S2. When the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N3, the output of the external signal S2 is turned on while the output of the external signal S1 is kept off.
Thus, even when the output of the external signals S1 and S2 is turned on at the same time, the game information display device 110 that counts only the external signal S2 does not erroneously count the external signal S1 (the number of transitions to the AT). The external signal S2 (AT continuation count) is correctly counted.

Next, output patterns of the external signals S1 and S2 in the present embodiment will be described based on a time chart.
FIG. 9 is a time chart showing output patterns of the external signals S1 and S2.
When the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N1 (N1 = 2 in the present embodiment), the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the external signal S1 (number of transitions), and the external signal S1 The output of the external signal S2 (the number of transitions) is turned on after a predetermined time T1 (1,500 ms in the present embodiment) has elapsed since the output of the output is turned on.

In addition, the external signal control means 71 continues until the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N2 (N2 = 22 in the present embodiment) or the bell 01 becomes non-winning when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won. Keeps the output of the external signals S1 and S2 turned on.
Furthermore, the external signal control means 71 turns off the output of the external signals S1 and S2 when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N2.

Further, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N3 (N3 = 23 in this embodiment), the external signal control means 71 keeps the output of the external signal S1 off and keeps the external signal S2 off. Turn on the output.
Also, the external signal control means 71 until the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N4 (N4 = 44 in the present embodiment) or until the bell 01 becomes non-winning when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won. Maintains the state where the output of the external signal S1 is turned off and the output of the external signal S2 is turned on.

  Furthermore, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N4, the external signal control means 71 rewrites the count value to the specified value N2 (N4 = N2), and then becomes the specified value N2. By executing the process, the output of the external signal S2 is turned off. After that, the external signal counter 71a repeats the count of the number of games that the bell 01 has won in the game winning the composite bells A1 to D3 between the specified value N2 and the specified value N4.

Subsequently, the flow of processing of output control of the external signals S1 and S2 will be described based on a flowchart.
FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing a flow of processing of output control of the external signals S1 and S2. The processing according to this flowchart is performed after every game and all reels 31 are stopped.
In step S11 of FIG. 10, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the composite bells A1 to D3 are won. If it is determined that the winning is made, the process proceeds to the next step S12. On the other hand, when it is determined that the player has not won, the process according to this flowchart is terminated.

In step S12, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the bell 01 has won a prize (in the correct answer pressing order). Here, if it is determined that no winning is made (incorrect answer pressing order), the process proceeds to the next step S13. On the other hand, when it is determined that a prize has been won (correct answer pressing order), the process proceeds to step S16.
In step S13, the external signal control means 71 clears the count value of the external signal counter 71a (sets the initial value “0”), and in the next step S14, the output of the external signal S1 is turned off. In S15, the output of the external signal S2 is turned off. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

In step S16, the external signal control means 71 adds “1” to the count value of the external signal counter 71a. Then, the process proceeds to next Step S17.
In step S17, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the count value of the external signal counter 71a is “2”. If it is determined that the count value is “2”, the process proceeds to the next step S18. On the other hand, when it is determined that the count value is not “2”, the process proceeds to step S20.

In step S18, the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the external signal S1, and in the next step S19, turns on the output of the external signal S2. The output of the external signal S2 is turned on after a predetermined time T1 (1,500 ms) has elapsed since the output of the external signal S1 is turned on. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.
In step S20, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the count value of the external signal counter 71a is “22”. Here, when it is determined that the count value is “22”, the process proceeds to the next step S21. On the other hand, when it is determined that the count value is not “22”, the process proceeds to step S23.

In step S21, the external signal control means 71 turns off the output of the external signal S1, and in the next step S22, turns off the output of the external signal S2. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.
In step S23, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the count value of the external signal counter 71a is “23”. If it is determined that the count value is “23”, the process proceeds to the next step S24. On the other hand, when it is determined that the count value is not “23”, the process proceeds to step S25.

In step S24, the external signal control means 71 turns on the output of the external signal S2. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.
In step S25, the external signal control means 71 determines whether or not the count value of the external signal counter 71a is “44”. If it is determined that the count value is “44”, the process proceeds to the next step S26, and the external signal control means 71 rewrites the count value of the external signal counter 71a to “22”. Then, the process returns to step S20. On the other hand, when it is determined that the count value is not “44”, the processing according to this flowchart is terminated.

As shown in FIG. 1, the sub control unit 80 includes a sub gaming state control unit 81 and a notification control unit 82.
The sub gaming state refers to a gaming state in which transition is controlled on the sub control means 80 side.
In the present embodiment, the sub game state includes AT, non-AT, CZ (chance zone), AT precursor state, AT preparation, superimposing state, and supervising special zone.
AT refers to a game in which the correct answer push order (push order in which the bell 01 wins) is notified in the game won by the composite bells A1 to D3. On the other hand, non-AT refers to a game that does not notify the correct push order even if the combined bells A1 to D3 are won.

CZ means a gaming state in which the probability of transition to AT is higher than that of non-AT. Furthermore, the AT precursor state refers to a gaming state that shifts on condition that it has been decided to shift to AT. Furthermore, “at AT preparation” refers to the period from the end of the CZ or AT precursor state to the transition to the AT. Further, the sign of surrendering refers to a gaming state that transitions on the condition that it has been decided to transition to the specializing zone for surrendering. Furthermore, the additional specialization zone refers to a gaming state in which a variable (for example, the difference number) related to the AT end condition is changed (for example, added) so that the AT stay period becomes longer.
In each sub game state, the state of the effect controlled on the sub control means 90 side is different. Then, the sub gaming state control means 81 controls the transition of the sub gaming state. The notification control means 82 controls notification of the pressing order of the stop switch 42.

FIG. 11 is a diagram for explaining the transition of the sub gaming state.
When the sub-gaming state control means 81 satisfies a predetermined condition in the non-AT (in this embodiment, a rare combination (medium cherry, horn cherry or watermelon) with a low winning probability is won), the sub gaming state control means 81 shifts to the AT. AT lottery to determine whether or not, and CZ lottery to determine whether or not to shift to CZ.

  In the present embodiment, the non-AT includes a low probability state, a medium probability state, and a high probability state with different probabilities of winning in the AT lottery and the CZ lottery. Then, the sub-gaming state control means 81 shifts to the AT precursor state when winning in the AT lottery (decided to shift to AT) in the non-AT low probability state, medium probability state, or high probability state. When winning in CZ lottery (decided to shift to CZ), control is performed to shift to CZ.

  In the low probability state, the winning probability of AT is set to “1/8”, and the winning probability of CZ is set to “1/4”. In the medium probability state, the winning probability of AT is set to “1/6”, and the winning probability of CZ is set to “1/3”. Further, in the high probability state, the winning probability of AT is set to “1/4”, and the winning probability of CZ is set to “1/2”.

In addition, during the non-AT, the sub-gaming state control means 81 determines by lottery whether to shift to a low probability state, a medium probability state, or a high probability state at the time of rare role winning or replay winning, Control to shift to the determined state.
In the low probability state, at the time of rare role winning, it is determined to shift to the medium probability state with a probability of “½” and to shift to the high probability state with a probability of “1/10”. In the medium probability state, it is decided to shift to a high probability state with a probability of “1/2” when a rare role is won, and to move to a low probability state with a probability of “1/20” when a replay is won. To do. Further, in the high probability state, at the time of replay winning, it is determined to shift to the medium probability state with a probability of “1/20” and to shift to the low probability state with a probability of “1/40”.

Further, when the sub gaming state control means 81 shifts to the AT precursor state, it continues the AT precursor state until the predetermined number of games (5 games in this embodiment) is consumed. Furthermore, in the AT precursor state, the effect control means 83 of the sub-control means 80 outputs an effect that makes the player expect to shift to AT.
Then, when the predetermined number of games (5 games) have been consumed in the AT precursor state, the sub gaming state control means 81 notifies the AT confirmation, ends the AT precursor state, and then controls to shift to the AT. . Also, the period from the end of the AT precursor state to the start of AT is AT preparation.

In addition, when winning by AT lottery during non-AT, AT confirmation may be notified at that time, and the process may be shifted to the AT preparation without going through the AT precursor state.
Further, when the sub game state control means 81 shifts to CZ, the sub game state control means 81 continues CZ until the predetermined number of games (30 games in the present embodiment) is consumed or won in the AT lottery. During CZ, an AT lottery will be performed when a rare role is won. In addition, the winning probability of AT in CZ is set to “1/2”.

  Then, the sub game state control means 81 performs control so as to end the CZ and shift from the next game to the non-AT when the predetermined number of games (30 games) is consumed without winning the AT lottery during the CZ. In addition, when the sub game state control means 81 is won by AT lottery during CZ, the AT determination is notified and the CZ is terminated, and thereafter, control is performed so as to shift to the AT. After winning the AT lottery during CZ, the period from the start of AT to the start of AT is in preparation for AT.

Further, the sub gaming state control means 81 waits until the replay overlap winning is made after the end of the AT precursor state or after winning in the AT lottery during CZ. In other words, after the end of the AT precursor state or after winning in the AT lottery during CZ, the period until the replay overlap win is in preparation for AT.
When the composite bells A1 to D3 are won during AT preparation, the notification control means 82 notifies the correct answer pressing order. When the replay overlap win is made during the AT preparation, the notification control means 82 outputs an effect indicating that “red 7” should be aimed by reverse pressing. In the game, a special replay always wins regardless of whether or not “Red 7” is aligned. Then, when the special replay is won, an effect to start the AT is output, and the AT is started from the next game.

In addition, without providing AT preparation, for example, when the predetermined number of games is exhausted in the AT precursor state, or when winning by AT lottery during CZ, AT may be started from the next game.
In addition, in the non-AT, even if the player reverse-presses at the time of replay overlap winning (aiming for “red 7”) and wins a special replay, the sub gaming state control means 81 does not start AT. In this case, a period from the next game until a predetermined number of games (for example, five games) is consumed is set as a penalty period.

Here, as shown in FIG. 1, the sub gaming state control means 81 includes a management counter 81a and a display counter 81b.
Both the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b store variables relating to the AT end condition.
However, the management counter 81a is used for management from the start to the end of the AT and does not display the count value. On the other hand, the display counter 81b is for informing the player of a numerical value that serves as a guideline until the AT end condition is satisfied, and displays the count value.

In the present embodiment, the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b store a variable relating to the difference number obtained by subtracting the inserted number from the medal payout number as a variable relating to the AT end condition.
Specifically, when starting the AT, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets initial values of variables relating to the difference number in the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b. In this embodiment, the initial value of the variable relating to the difference number is set to “150”. That is, when starting AT, “150” is set in each of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b.

In addition, when the combination bells A1 to D3 are won during the AT, the sub gaming state control means 81 displays the symbol combination corresponding to the bell 01 before the symbol combination is displayed (the bell 01 is displayed). The variable of the management counter 81a is updated by reflecting the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals at the time of winning) on the variable of the management counter 81a.
Specifically, when the start switch 41 is operated, the winning lottery means 61 performs lottery of the winning combination, and at this time, when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, the sub-transmitting means 70 sends the combined information to the sub-control means 80. A composite bell winning command indicating that the bells A1 to D3 have been won is transmitted.

  In the present embodiment, the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins is set to “7”. Then, when receiving the composite bell win command, the sub gaming state control means 81 subtracts “7” from the count value of the management counter 81a at that time. That is, the sub gaming state control means 81 subtracts “7” from the count value of the management counter 81a regardless of whether or not the bell 01 has won.

Furthermore, when the variable of the management counter 81a reaches a value that satisfies the AT termination condition, the sub gaming state control means 81 performs a continuous lottery that determines whether or not to continue the AT. The probability of winning (determined to continue the AT) in the continuous lottery is set to “¼”.
Then, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets the initial values again in the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b, respectively, when winning in the continuous lottery. On the other hand, when it is not won in the continuous lottery (decided not to continue the AT), the AT is terminated.

  Specifically, in this embodiment, a value that satisfies the AT termination condition is set to “0” or less. Then, the sub gaming state control means 81 performs a continuous lottery when the count value of the management counter 81a is equal to or less than “0”. Each “150” is set again, and when the winning lottery is not won, the AT is terminated.

As described above, the initial value of the variable relating to the difference number is “150”, and the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins is “7”.
For this reason, in this embodiment, except for the case where the variable of the management counter 81a is changed so that the stay period of the AT becomes long (when the variable is shifted to the specialization zone), the composite bells A1 to D3 are displayed during the AT. When the number of won games is 22 games, the count value of the management counter 81a becomes “−4”. That is, “0” or less. At this time, a continuous lottery is performed. When the winning is made by the continuous lottery, the AT is continued.

  If the continuous lottery is won when the count value of the management counter 81a is “−4”, “150” is not added to the count value of the management counter 81a to “146”, but the management counter “150” is set again in 81a. Thereby, it is possible to give the player the impression that four medals have been obtained.

  Furthermore, the sub gaming state control means 81, when winning the composite bells A1 to D3 during the AT, determines whether or not the symbol combination corresponding to the bell 01 is displayed after the symbol combination is displayed. First, the variable of the display counter 81b is updated by reflecting the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when the symbol combination corresponding to the bell 01 is displayed on the variable of the display counter 81b.

Specifically, the sub-gaming state control means 81 is a display counter regardless of whether or not the bell 01 wins after stopping all the reels 31 in the game where the combined bells A1 to D3 are won during the AT. “7” is subtracted from the count value of 81b.
Then, the effect control unit 83 displays the count value of the display counter 81b on the liquid crystal display as the image display device 23. Since the count value of the display counter 81b is updated after all the reels 31 are stopped, the count value of the display counter 81b displayed on the liquid crystal display is also updated after all the reels 31 are stopped.

  Here, in the slot machine that ends AT when the number of sheets in the AT reaches a predetermined number (difference number management type), when the combination bells A1 to D3 are selected in the AT, When operated, the arrival of a value that satisfies the AT termination condition is delayed. For this reason, the player can intentionally extend the AT period by operating the stop switch 42 in the order of incorrect answer pressing when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won in the AT. Then, the strategy of extending the AT period, waiting for the winning of a rare role during that period, and then waiting for the transition to the specialized zone can be considered.

  Therefore, in the game where the combined bells A1 to D3 are won, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets the variable of the management counter 81a at the time of receiving the combined bell winning command regardless of whether or not the bell 01 wins. The variable of the management counter 81a is updated by reflecting a predetermined value corresponding to the difference number when the bell 01 wins. This prevents the player from intentionally extending the AT period. In addition, it is possible to prevent the player operating the stop switch 42 in the correct push order in accordance with the notification when winning the composite bells A1 to D3 during AT.

Here, before the symbol combination is displayed, if a numerical value that serves as a guideline until the AT termination condition is satisfied is updated and displayed, there is a possibility that the player may feel distrust or discomfort.
Also, before the symbol combination is displayed, a numerical value that is a guideline until the AT end condition is satisfied is updated, and when this is displayed, before the reel is stopped, the lottery result of the combination is combined with the composite bells A1 to A1. The player knows that it is D3.
Therefore, a display counter 81b is provided separately from the management counter 81a, the variable update timing of the display counter 81b is set after all the reels 31 are stopped, and the variable of the management counter 81a is not displayed. The variable 81b is displayed. Thus, while displaying a numerical value that serves as a guideline until the AT end condition is satisfied, the update timing is set after all the reels 31 are stopped, so that the player is not distrusted or discomforted.

  It is also conceivable that only the management counter 81a is provided without the display counter 81b (the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b are also used). However, when the variable of the management counter 81a is updated when the composite bell winning command is received, and is displayed with reference to the variable of the management counter 81a after all the reels 31 are stopped, the management counter 81a and this are used. The processing that has been performed may become unstable.

For example, when referring to the management counter 81a after all the reels 31 are stopped, the data in the management counter 81a may be destroyed, thereby making it impossible to terminate the AT.
Therefore, a management counter 81a and a display counter 81b are separately provided. The management counter 81a is used for management from the start to the end of the AT, and the display counter 81b is a guideline for satisfying the AT end condition. By using it for displaying numerical values, the management counter 81a and the stability of processing using the same are improved.

Further, the effect control means 83 outputs a specific effect when the variable of the management counter 81a becomes a specific value.
In the present embodiment, the specific value is set to “20” or less. The initial value of the variable relating to the difference number is “150”, and the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when Bell 01 wins is “7”. For this reason, the count value of the management counter 81a becomes “17” when the number of games won by the combined bells A1 to D3 during the AT becomes 19 games, except when the zone is shifted to the specialization zone. That is, “20” or less. At this time, the effect control means 83 outputs an effect indicating that an AT continuous lottery is performed when the bell 01 wins three more times.

In addition, when the sub gaming state control means 81 satisfies a predetermined condition during the AT (in this embodiment, a rare role is won), the sub game state control means 81 performs an extra lottery to determine whether or not to shift to the extra special zone. Do. The probability of winning in the extra lottery (determined to shift to the extra special zone) is set to “¼”.
The sub-gaming state control means 81 performs control so as to shift to the sign of an extra sign when winning by an extra lottery during AT. In addition, when the sub gaming state control means 81 shifts to the sign of an extra sign state, the sub game state control means 81 continues the sign of the extra sign until the predetermined number of games are consumed.

  Further, in the sign of adding, the effect control means 83 outputs an effect that makes the player expect to move to the adding special zone. Then, when the predetermined number of games has been consumed in the sign of adding up, the production control means 83 gives an “additional chance” indicating that the game will shift to the adding specialization zone, and the sub gaming state control means 81 notifies the sign of adding up. Control to end the state and add to the specialization zone.

Here, when winning by the extra lottery, the sub-gaming state control means 81 causes the management counter 81 to shift to the extra special zone before the variable of the management counter 81a reaches a value that satisfies the AT termination condition. Based on the variable 81a, the number of games in the sign state is added.
For example, it is assumed that the count value of the management counter 81a is “80” when winning by the extra lottery. In this case, 12 or more games are required until the count value of the management counter 81a reaches a value that satisfies the AT termination condition. As described above, when the number of games until the value satisfying the AT termination condition is greater than 5 games, the sub-gaming state control means 81 determines the number of games in the pre-addition state (pre-addition game number) as 5 games. To do.

  Further, it is assumed that the count value of the management counter 81a is “24” when winning by the extra lottery. In this case, with a minimum of 4 games, the count value of the management counter 81a satisfies the AT termination condition. As described above, when the number of games until the AT end condition is reached is 5 games or less, that is, when M games (1 ≦ M ≦ 5), the sub game state control means 81 adds The number of precursor games is determined as (M-1) games. For example, when the number of games until the value satisfying the AT termination condition is at a minimum of 4 games, the sub-game state control means 81 determines the added number of pre-games as 3 games.

Furthermore, the effect control means 83 outputs the effect of the content according to the determined number of times of the pre-addition game in the pre-sign state.
When the determined number of extra sign games has been digested, the effect control means 83 notifies the “previous chance”, and the sub game state control means 81 ends the extra sign state and shifts to the specialization zone. To control.

In addition, when the number of games until the value satisfying the AT termination condition is a minimum of one game when winning in the extra lottery, the sub-gaming state control means 81 determines the pre-addition game count as 0 games. . In this case, the sub gaming state control means 81 shifts to the additional specialization zone without going through the additional sign state.
In this way, the sub gaming state control means 81 prevents the AT from ending after winning in the extra lottery and before shifting to the extra special zone.

Further, when the sub game state control means 81 shifts to the special game zone, the special game zone control unit 81 continues the special game zone until the predetermined number of games (10 games in this embodiment) is consumed.
Furthermore, the notification control means 82 notifies the correct pressing order when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won in the specialization zone.
Further, in the extra special zone, the sub-gaming state control means 81 determines the extra AT every time the combined bells A1 to D3 are won, and the management counter 81a and the display are used so that the AT stay period becomes longer. The variable of the counter 81b is changed. Specifically, in the extra special zone, the sub gaming state control means 81 adds “20” to the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b each time the composite bells A1 to D3 are won.

  In addition, when the sub-game state control means 81 wins the composite bells A1 to D3 in the specialization zone, the sub game state control means 81 sets a predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins a prize for the management counter 81a and the display. Control is performed so as not to be reflected in the variable of the counter 81b. That is, in the added special zone, even if the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, “7” is not subtracted from the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b.

Thereby, the sub gaming state control means 81 prevents the AT from ending in the additional specialization zone.
Then, when the predetermined number of games (10 games) have been consumed in the extra special zone, the sub game state control means 81 controls to end the extra special zone and shift (return) to AT.

Further, the sub game state control means 81 performs control so as to end the AT when the AT end condition is satisfied and shift from the next game to the non-AT. When shifting to non-AT, the notification control means 82 does not notify the correct pressing order even if the composite bells A1 to D3 are won.
Furthermore, when the stop switch 42 is operated by irregular pressing during non-AT during the non-AT, the sub game state control means 81 sets a period until the predetermined number of games (5 games) is consumed as a penalty period, The AT lottery and CZ lottery will not be performed even if a rare role is won.

For this reason, during non-AT, the player operates the stop switch 42 with the first left stop so as not to be penalized.
Note that the sub gaming state control means 81 does not set a penalty period even if the stop switch 42 is operated by irregular pressing when the irregular pressing is notified during AT.

Next, the flow of processing from the start to the end of AT will be described based on a flowchart.
FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the flow of processing from the start to the end of AT.
In step S31 of FIG. 12, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not to start AT. If it is determined that the AT is started, the process proceeds to the next step S32. On the other hand, when it is determined that the AT is not started, the process of step S32 and step S33 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S34.

In step S32, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets the initial value “150” in the management counter 81a, and in the next step S33, sets the initial value “150” in the display counter 81b. Then, the process proceeds to next Step S34.
In step S34, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not the user is staying in the added special zone. If it is determined that the user is not staying in the specialization zone, the process proceeds to the next step S35. In contrast, if it is determined that the user is staying in the specialization zone, the process proceeds to step S41. In this case, the process from step S35 to step S40 is not passed.

  In step S35, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not the composite bells A1 to D3 have been won (received the composite bell win command). If it is determined that the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, the process proceeds to the next step S36. On the other hand, when it is determined that the composite bells A1 to D3 are not won, the process from step S36 to step S38 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S39.

In step S36, the sub gaming state control means 81 subtracts a predetermined value “7” corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins from the count value of the management counter 81a.
As shown in FIG. 12, the process of step S36 is performed before the reel 31 is stopped (before the symbol combination is displayed), and the bell 01 wins regardless of whether the bell 01 wins or not. The predetermined value “7” corresponding to the difference number of medals is subtracted from the count value of the management counter 81a. Then, the process proceeds to next Step S37.

  In step S37, the sub gaming state control means 81 continues to determine whether or not all the reels 31 have stopped (received all stop commands indicating that all the reels 31 have stopped). When it is determined that all the reels 31 have stopped, the process proceeds to the next step S38, and the sub gaming state control means 81 sets a predetermined value “7” corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins. Subtract from the count value of the display counter 81b.

  As shown in FIG. 12, the process of step S38 is performed after all the reels 31 are stopped (after the combination of symbols is displayed), but it does not matter whether the bell 01 wins or not. A predetermined value “7” corresponding to the difference number of medals when is won is subtracted from the count value of the display counter 81b. Then, the process proceeds to next Step S39.

  In step S39, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not the count value of the management counter 81a is a value that satisfies the AT termination condition, that is, is equal to or less than “0”. Here, when it is determined that the count value of the management counter 81a is equal to or less than “0”, the process proceeds to the next step S40, and the sub gaming state control means 81 ends the AT. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished. On the other hand, when it is determined that the count value of the management counter 81a is not equal to or less than “0”, the process of step S40 is skipped and the process according to this flowchart is terminated.

In step S41, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not an AT addition is determined. If it is determined that the addition of AT has been determined, the process proceeds to the next step S42. On the other hand, when it is determined that the addition of the AT has not been determined, the processing of step S42 and step S43 is skipped, and the processing according to this flowchart ends.
In step S42, the sub gaming state control means 81 adds “20” as the additional number to the count value of the management counter 81a, and in the next step S43, “20” as the additional number to the count value of the display counter 81b. Is added. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

Here, as shown in FIG. 1, the sub gaming state control means 81 includes a difference number counter 81c for counting the difference number.
Further, the sub gaming state control means 81 checks the count value of the difference number counter 81c when starting AT. When it is determined that the count value is equal to or greater than the reference value, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is maintained. On the other hand, when it is determined that the count value is less than the reference value, the reference value is set to the difference counter 81c.

In this embodiment, the reference value is set to “0”. Then, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is checked at the start of AT. When the count value is “0” or more, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is maintained, and when the count value is less than “0”, the difference sheet number is maintained. “0” is set to the counter 81c.
If the AT is started in a state where the count value of the difference number counter 81c is less than “0”, the difference number less than “0” is shown to the player at the start of AT, which may give a bad impression to the player. .
On the other hand, if the AT is started in a state where the count value of the difference number counter 81c is “0” or more, the difference number of “0” or more is shown to the player at the start of the AT, and a good impression is given to the player. be able to.

Therefore, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is “0” or more at the start of AT, the state is maintained. Thereby, since a larger number of sheets can be shown to the player at the start of AT, a good impression can be given to the player.
If the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is less than “0” at the start of AT, “0” is set to the difference sheet counter 81c. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the player from showing the difference number less than “0” to the player at the start of AT, and thus it is possible to prevent a bad impression from being given to the player.
Also, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is checked at the start of AT, and when it is positive, it is taken over, and when it is negative, it is set to “0”, so that the same processing is performed when the count value is positive and negative. Can respond.

Further, when the start switch 41 is operated, the sub game state control means 81 subtracts the number of inserted medals in the game from the count value of the difference number counter 81c.
Specifically, when the start switch 41 is operated, the sub transmission unit 70 transmits a insertion command relating to insertion of medals to the sub control unit 80. Then, when receiving the insertion command, the sub gaming state control means 81 subtracts the inserted number from the count value of the difference number counter 81c at that time. For example, when the insertion command indicating the insertion of three sheets is received, “3” is subtracted from the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c.

Furthermore, when a combination of symbols having a medal payout is displayed (the winning combination is won), the sub game state control means 81 adds the payout number of medals in the game to the count value of the difference counter 81c. .
Specifically, when a winning combination with a medal payout is won, the sub transmission unit 70 transmits a payout command relating to the medal payout to the sub control unit 80. Then, when receiving the payout command, the sub gaming state control means 81 adds the payout number to the count value of the difference number counter 81c at that time. For example, when a payout command indicating payout of 10 sheets is received, “10” is added to the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c.

Here, for example, it is assumed that a payout command indicating payout of 10 sheets is received when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is “67”. In this case, “10” is added to the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c to be “77”, and the display of the difference sheet number can also be changed from “67” to “77”.
For example, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is “67”, when a payout command indicating the payout of 10 sheets is received, “1” is added to the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c 10 times. Also good. In this case, the display of the difference number can be sequentially changed in the order of “67” → “68” → “69” → “70”, and finally “77”.

Further, for example, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is “67”, when a payout command indicating the payout of 10 sheets is received, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is set to “10” in “67”. Addition to “77” is made, but regarding the display of the difference number, the order is changed in order of “67” → “68” → “69” → “70” and finally becomes “77”. Good.
Note that the count value of the difference number counter 81c may be updated based on a winning command instead of a payout command. For example, it is assumed that a winning determination is made at the end of the game, and at this time, it is determined that a small combination of 10 payouts has won. In this case, the sub transmission means 70 transmits to the sub control means 80 a winning command indicating that a 10-payout small combination has won. Further, when the sub game state control means 81 receives a winning command indicating that a small combination of 10 payouts has won, “10” is added to the count value of the difference counter 81 c. Then, the effect control unit 83 increases the display of the difference number by “10” and outputs a payout sound corresponding to the payout of 10 sheets.

Further, the sub gaming state control means 81 maintains the count value of the difference counter 81c when the symbol combination corresponding to the replay is displayed (replay wins).
Specifically, when the replay is won, the sub transmission unit 70 transmits a re-game command to the sub control unit 80. And the sub game state control means 81 maintains the count value of the difference number counter 81c, when a re-game command is received.

In addition, the sub game state control means 81 maintains the count value of the difference counter 81c when the start switch 41 is operated in the next game of the game where the replay is won.
Specifically, when the insertion command is received in the next game of the game that has received the re-game command, the count value of the difference counter 81c is maintained.
Since the winning probability of replay is high during ART, replay wins frequently. Therefore, in the game where the replay is won, the number of medals inserted in the game is added to the count value of the difference number as the number of payouts, and the next game of the game won by the replay is automatically inserted based on the winning of the replay When the number of medals is subtracted from the count value of the difference number, the difference number calculation process is frequently performed.

For this reason, in the present embodiment, when the replay is won and when the start switch 41 is operated in the next game of the game where the replay is won, the count value of the difference number counter 81c is maintained. Thereby, the calculation process of the difference number based on the winning of the replay is eliminated, and the processing load is reduced.
The replay includes normal replay, bell replay 1, bell replay 2, and special replay. For this reason, at the time of the Bell Replay winning, although it looks as if a bell (small role) has won, the difference number calculation process is not performed (the count value of the difference number counter 81c is not increased or decreased).

Then, the effect control means 83 displays the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c on the liquid crystal display as the image display device 23.
However, the effect control means 83 displays the reference value without displaying the count value when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is less than the reference value. That is, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is less than “0”, “0” is displayed without displaying the count value.
Further, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is larger than the specific value, the effect control unit 83 displays information indicating that the count value is larger than the specific value or the specific value without displaying the count value.

In the present embodiment, the specific value is set to “9999”. When the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is larger than “9999”, “9999” is displayed without displaying the count value. Further, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is larger than “9999”, information other than “9999” such as “large explosion” may be displayed as information indicating that it is larger than “9999”.
In the present embodiment, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is displayed in the range of “0” to “9999”, but the difference sheet counter 81c is in the range of “−32767” to “+32768”. Count.

  Further, it is assumed that the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c once becomes larger than the specific value and then becomes equal to or smaller than the specific value. For example, it is assumed that the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c becomes “10003” and then becomes “9997”. In this case, the display of the difference number is set to “Large explosion” once, and then to “9997”. Of course, after that, if the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c again becomes larger than the specific value, the display of the difference sheet number is again “large explosion” or the like.

  Further, the sub gaming state control means 81 continues counting the difference number by the difference number counter 81c until the condition for clearing the count value of the difference number counter 81c (setting it to “0”) is satisfied after the AT ends. For this reason, counting of the number of difference sheets by the difference number counter 81c is continued also in the sign of addition and the specialization zone for addition. When the condition for clearing the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c (clear condition) is satisfied after the AT is completed, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is cleared.

If the count value of the difference number counter 81c is cleared at the end of the AT, the difference number in one AT cannot be taken over to the next AT. On the other hand, if the difference sheet count is continuously counted by the difference sheet counter 81c even after the end of the AT, the negative difference sheet number is transferred to the next AT when the period from the end of one AT to the start of the next AT is long. It will be taken over.
For this reason, after the AT is completed, the difference sheet counter 81c continues to count the difference sheet until the clear condition is satisfied. When the clear condition is satisfied, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is cleared.
As a result, the balance between the case where the difference number in one AT is handed over to the next AT and the case where no difference is handed over is balanced.
In particular, after the end of one AT, if the next AT is won before the clearing condition of the difference number counter 81c is satisfied, the difference number in the one AT is handed over to the next AT.

In this embodiment, the fact that a predetermined number of games (for example, 50 games) has been consumed in a non-AT is set as a condition for clearing the count value of the difference number counter 81c.
For this reason, as shown in FIG. 1, the sub gaming state control means 81 includes a non-AT counter 81d that counts the number of non-AT games.
Further, the sub gaming state control means 81 clears the count value of the non-AT counter 81d when shifting from non-AT to non-AT. Thereafter, each time a game is played in the non-AT, “1” is added to the count value of the non-AT counter 81d.
Furthermore, the sub gaming state control means 81 stops counting the number of games by the non-AT counter 81d when shifting from non-AT to other than non-AT.

  Then, the sub gaming state control means 81 continues counting the difference number by the difference number counter 81c until the count value of the non-AT counter 81d becomes “50”, and the count value of the non-AT counter 81d is “50”. Is reached, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is cleared. When the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is cleared, the difference sheet counter 81c stops counting until the AT is started thereafter.

Further, when the sub gaming state control means 81 shifts from non-AT to other than non-AT before the count value of the non-AT counter 81d becomes “50”, the non-AT counter 81d stops counting the number of games. The counting of the difference number by the difference number counter 81c is continued.
Therefore, when the AT lottery or CZ lottery is won before the count value of the non-AT counter 81 reaches “50”, the difference sheet counter 81c counts the difference sheet number even in the CZ, AT warning state, and AT preparation. Will do.

Further, the sub gaming state control means 81 stops counting the number of games by the non-AT counter 81d when the non-AT counter 81d shifts to CZ before the count value of the non-AT counter 81d reaches “50”. When shifting from CZ to non-AT, the count value of the non-AT counter 81d is cleared.
For this reason, when the count value of the non-AT counter 81d is changed to CZ before the count value reaches “50” and the predetermined number of games is digested and transferred to non-AT without winning the AT lottery in CZ, the non-AT counter The count of the number of games in 81d is again performed from “0”.

In addition, when the sub gaming state control means 81 starts AT before the count value of the non-AT counter 81d reaches “50”, the sub gaming state control means 81 starts AT without clearing the count value of the difference counter 81c. Become. For this reason, there are times when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is greater than or equal to “0” and less than “0” at the start of AT.
Therefore, the sub gaming state control means 81 checks the count value of the difference number counter 81c at the start of AT, maintains this when the count value is “0” or more, and difference when the count value is less than “0”. “0” is set in the number counter 81c.

Next, the flow of processing related to counting the number of difference sheets will be described based on a flowchart.
FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing a flow of processing relating to the difference sheet count.
In step S51 of FIG. 13, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not to start AT. If it is determined that the AT is started, the process proceeds to the next step S52. On the other hand, when it is determined that the AT is not started, the process of step S52 and step S53 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S54.

In step S52, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not the count value of the difference number counter 81c is greater than or equal to the reference value “0”. If it is determined that the value is greater than or equal to the reference value, the process of step S53 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S54. On the other hand, when it is determined that the value is less than the reference value, the process proceeds to the next step S53.
In step S53, the sub gaming state control means 81 sets the reference value “0” in the difference counter 81c. Then, the process proceeds to next Step S54.

  In step S54, the sub game state control means 81 determines whether or not a replay has been won in the previous game. That is, it is determined whether or not the game is the next game after receiving the re-game command. Here, when it is determined that the replay has been won in the previous game, the process of step S55 and step S56 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S57. On the other hand, when it is determined that the replay has not won in the previous game, the process proceeds to the next step S55.

  In step S54, the sub gaming state control means 81 continues to determine whether or not the start switch 41 has been operated (a start command indicating that the start switch 41 has been operated and an input command have been received). When it is determined that the start switch 41 has been operated, the process proceeds to the next step S56, and the sub gaming state control means 81 subtracts the inserted number of medals for the game from the count value of the difference number counter 81c. Then, the process proceeds to next Step S57.

  In step S57, the sub gaming state control means 81 continues to determine whether or not all the reels 31 have been stopped (all stop commands have been received). When it is determined that all the reels 31 are stopped, the process proceeds to the next step S58, where it is determined whether or not a replay is won (replay command is received) in the game. Here, when it is determined that the replay has been won in the game, the process of step S59 and step S60 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S61. On the other hand, when it is determined that the replay has not won in the game, the process proceeds to the next step S59.

In step S59, the sub gaming state control means 81 determines whether or not a winning combination has been won (received a payout command). If it is determined that the winning combination has been won, the process proceeds to the next step S60. On the other hand, when it is determined that the winning combination has not been won, the process skips step S60 and proceeds to step S61.
In step S60, the sub game state control means 81 adds the payout number of medals for the game to the count value of the difference number counter 81c. Then, the process proceeds to next Step S61.

In step S61, the sub game state control means 81 determines whether or not the predetermined number of games (50 games) have been consumed in the non-AT. That is, it is determined whether or not the count value of the non-AT counter 81d has reached “50”. If it is determined that the predetermined number of games has been consumed in the non-AT, the process proceeds to the next step S62. On the other hand, if it is determined that the predetermined number of games has not been consumed in the non-AT, the process of step S62 is skipped and the process according to this flowchart is terminated.
In step S62, the sub gaming state control means 81 clears the count value of the difference number counter 81c. And the process by this flowchart is complete | finished.

As shown in FIG. 1, the sub control unit 80 includes an effect control unit 83.
The production control unit 83 controls production output from the lamp 21, the speaker 22, and the image display device 23.
The production control unit 83 selects and outputs the production by lottery using software random numbers based on the lottery result of the combination by the combination lottery unit 61 at the start of the game or the like for each game.

  Specifically, as to the progress of the game, at what timing (when the start switch 41 is operated or when each stop switch 42 is operated), what kind of effect is output (how the lamp 21 is operated) Are turned on, blinked, or turned off, what kind of sound is output from the speaker 22, what kind of image is displayed on the image display device 23, and the like. Then, an effect is output according to this selection.

The lamp 21, the speaker 22, and the image display device 23 are controlled on the sub-control unit 80 side, not on the main control unit 60 side.
However, the freeze is controlled on the main control means 60 side.
However, when the freeze is executed, a signal to that effect is transmitted from the main control means 60 to the sub-control means 80, and image display and the like during the execution of the freeze are controlled by the sub-control means 80 side. In this way, the effect control unit 83 displays an effect image corresponding to the freeze on the image display device 23.

As mentioned above, although one Embodiment of this invention was described, this invention is not limited to the said embodiment, For example, the following various deformation | transformation are possible.
(1) In the present embodiment, the external signal control means 71 adds “1” to the count value of the external signal counter 71a each time the bell 01 wins when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won. When the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N1 (N1 = 2 in the embodiment), the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 are turned on. However, the condition for turning on the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 is not limited to this.

  For example, an internal state is provided separately from the main gaming state as a state for controlling the transition on the main control means 60 side. In addition, as an internal state, for example, a normal state and a specific state are provided. The main control means 60 controls the transition between the internal states separately from the transition control between the main gaming states by the main gaming state control means 68. For example, the internal state is shifted between the normal state and the specific state while the main game state remains in the internal medium game (RT).

In addition, for example, in a game having the same profit to be given to the player regardless of the operation (pushing order) of the stop switch 42 (a game won in replay such as normal replay, bell replay 1, bell replay 2, etc.), the internal state Ensure that the push order for transition control is determined.
Specifically, for example, as a push order for the internal state transition control, a transition push order for shifting the internal state and a standard push order for not shifting the internal state are provided. And, at the time of replay winning, by selecting a single push order as a transition push order among the four push orders of middle left and right, middle right left, right left middle, right middle left by lottery separate from the role lottery, The other three pushing orders are defined as the standard pushing order.

  Note that the pushing order for the internal state transition control is the pushing order of the stop control of the reel 31 (whether the combination of symbols corresponding to any of the plural types of winning combination is stopped on the effective line) Is different from the order of pressing). That is, the pressing order for the internal state transition control is determined separately from the pressing order of the stop control of the reel 31.

Further, the main control unit 60 transmits information indicating the current internal state and information indicating the push order for internal state transition control to the sub-control unit 80. As a result, the sub-control unit 80 can determine which internal state the user is currently in, which push order is the transition push order, and which push order is the standard push order.
Then, on the sub-control means 80 side, it is determined whether or not to report the push order and which push order is notified according to the lottery result of the combination, the main game state, the internal state, the sub-game state, and the like. In accordance with this determination, the pressing order of the stop switch 42 is notified.

Here, on the sub-control means 80 side, when AT is started, the transition push order is notified at the time of replay winning. Further, the main control means 60 shifts the internal state from the normal state to the specific state when the stop switch 42 is operated in the order of the transition push at the time of replay winning.
The external signal control means 71 adds “1” to the count value of the external signal counter 71a every time the bell 01 wins when the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected in the specific state, and the count value of the external signal counter 71a. When the value reaches the specified value N1 (N1 ≧ 1), the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 may be turned on.
The main control means 60 shifts the internal state from the specific state to the normal state when the stop switch 42 is operated in the first left stop (left middle right, left / right middle) when the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected.

Moreover, you may determine the pushing order for the output control of an external signal at the time of a replay winning. For example, at the time of replay winning, one of the four pushing orders of middle left / right, middle right / left, right / left middle, and right middle / left is determined as the outer end pushing order by lottery separate from the winning lottery. .
The external signal control means 71 sets the count value of the external signal counter 71a every time the bell 01 wins when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won or the stop switch 42 is operated in the order of pushing the outer end when the replay is won. When “1” is added and the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N1, the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 may be turned on.

Also, the external signal control means 71 adds “1” to the count value of the external signal counter 71a every time the stop switch 42 is operated in the order of pushing the outer end when the replay is won, and the count value of the external signal counter 71a is When the specified value N1 is reached, the output of the external signals S1 and S2 may be turned on.
Further, the external signal control means 71 first operates the stop switch 42 in the order of pushing the outer end when the replay is won, and then operates the stop switch 42 in the correct push order when the combined bells A1 to D3 are won. When the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected, the output of the external signals S1 and S2 is turned on on condition that the stop switch 42 is operated in the correct push order or the stop switch 42 is operated in the outer end push order when the replay is selected. It may be.
Thus, on / off of the output of the external signal may be controlled based on the pressing order at the time of replay winning and / or the pressing order at the time of winning the composite bells A1 to D3.

(2) In the present embodiment, the external signal control means 71 controls on / off of the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 based on the count value of the external signal counter 71a. That is, on / off of the output of the external signals S1 and S2 was controlled based on the number of winnings of the bell 01 when the composite bells A1 to D3 were won. However, it is not limited to this.
For example, a normal state and an AT state are provided as internal states. Further, when starting the AT, the sub-control means 80 side notifies the transition push order at the time of replay winning. Further, the main control means 60 shifts the internal state from the normal state to the AT state when the number of games in which the stop switch 42 has been operated in the order of shifting push reaches a predetermined plurality of times. When the internal state shifts to the AT state, the main control means 60 determines that the AT is being executed on the sub-control means 80 side.

Then, the external signal control means 71 counts the number of games during the period when the sub-control means 80 determines that the AT is being executed, and the count value reaches a specified value N6 (for example, N6 = 40). Each time, the output of an external signal related to the number of times the AT continues can be turned on.
The main control means 60 shifts the internal state from the AT state to the normal state when the stop switch 42 is operated in the first left stop when the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected.

(3) In this embodiment, when the replay overlap win is made during the AT preparation, the user is notified that “red 7” should be aimed by reverse pressing. When the special replay is won, regardless of whether or not “Red 7” is aligned, an effect that the AT is started is output, and the AT is started from the next game.
However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when a replay overlap win is made during AT preparation, a notification is given that reverse red should be aimed at “red 7”. Then, when the stop switch 42 is operated by reverse pressing in a game in which replay duplication is won, an effect to start AT may be output and AT may be started from the next game. In other words, the AT start condition may be that the stop switch 42 is operated in a specific pressing order in a game that results in a specific combination lottery result.

  (4) In this embodiment, three games are inserted in games other than MB games, 10 are paid out when the Bell 01 is won, and the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number when the Bell 01 wins is set to “7”. The initial value of the management counter 81a is set to “150”, and the value that satisfies the AT termination condition is set to “0” or less. For this reason, when the number of games won by the composite bells A1 to D3 during AT becomes 22 games, the count value of the management counter 81a becomes “−4”. However, the predetermined number corresponding to the payout number at the time of winning the Bell 01 and the difference number at the time of winning the Bell 01 is not limited to this.

  For example, the payout number at the time of winning the bell 01 can be 8 and the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number when the bell 01 wins can be “5”. In this case, when the number of games won by the composite bells A1 to D3 during the AT becomes 30 games, the count value of the management counter 81a becomes “0”, so that the AT end condition is satisfied. it can. That is, it is possible to prevent a fraction from occurring in the count value of the management counter 81a.

(5) In this embodiment, the special replay is won at the start of the AT game. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the AT operation pattern such as “Red 7” assortment is displayed using the pseudo game being frozen. You may let them.
Here, the main game and the pseudo game will be described.
The “main game” is the original function of the operation switch (the bet switch 40 is a function for inserting a medal to start the game, the start switch 41 is a function for starting the rotation of the reel 31 to start the game, stop The switch 42 is a game in which the function of stopping the rotating reel 31 within the range of the maximum number of moving frames based on the lottery result of the winning combination is effective as a game to obtain a game result. Point to.

  In this game, when the bet switch 40 is operated, medals are inserted, when the start switch 41 is operated, the reel 31 starts rotating (and the lottery is performed), and the stop switch 42 is operated. Sometimes, the reel 31 is stopped based on the winning lottery result, and the game result in the game is displayed by the combination of symbols when the reel 31 is stopped.

  On the other hand, during the freeze, no medals are inserted even if the bet switch 40 is operated, the reel 31 does not start rotating even if the start switch 41 is operated, and the reel 31 is played even if the stop switch 42 is operated. The fact that the result is not displayed (the reel 31 does not stop) is a state in which the function of the operation switch is not effective for obtaining the game result in the main game by proceeding with the main game.

  The “pseudo game” is a game that is executed during the freeze. Unlike the main game, the function of at least one operation switch is to advance the main game and obtain a game result. Refers to games that are not valid. In particular, from the time when the start switch 41 is operated until the reel 31 becomes a constant speed and the operation of the stop switch 42 can be accepted (until the function of the stop switch 42 becomes effective for obtaining a game result). During this period, a pseudo game is executed.

The timing of execution of the pseudo game is the next game after the end of the AT precursor state.
For example, in the AT precursor state, when the replay is won, the transition push order for shifting the internal state to the specific state is notified. In addition, it can also be made into the transition conditions to a specific state that the frequency | count of the game by which the stop switch 42 was operated in the transition pushing order reached | attained predetermined multiple times.
Further, when the internal state shifts to the specific state, it is decided to execute the freeze and the pseudo game. Then, when the start switch 41 is operated in the next game of the game decided to execute the freeze and the pseudo game, the freeze and the pseudo game are started and the combination of symbols to be stopped in the pseudo game, for example, “Red 7 "Is aimed at. In addition, when making “Red 7” alignment in the pseudo game, the “Red 7” alignment is not set to the combination of symbols of the role.

When it is decided to execute the freeze and the pseudo game, the freeze and the pseudo game are started before the start of the main game in the next game.
When the player operates the start switch 41, a combination of lotteries is performed and a pseudo game is started. On the other hand, when the start switch 41 is operated, the rotation of the reel 31 is started. When the reel 31 is rotated by operating the start switch 41 and the game is executed before the main game in the game, the rotation of the reel 31 by the operation of the start switch 41 is simulated. It becomes a game.

Also, in the pseudo game, when the player operates the stop switch 42, the reel 31 corresponding to the stop switch 42 is changed to change the display state of the symbol different from the stop for displaying the game result. Control is performed so that a display state of a combination of symbols that does not indicate a result (a state close to the stop of the reel 31) is obtained. That is, although the function of the stop switch 42 is not effective for displaying the game result, the reel 31 is changed by the operation of the stop switch 42 as an opportunity.
At this time, when the stop switch 42 is operated, the “red 7” alignment is displayed, thereby producing an effect at the start of AT.

  In addition, during the pseudo game, when “red 7” alignment is displayed triggered by the operation of the stop switch 42, the same stop control (maximum number of smooth frames is 4 frames) using the stop position determination table 65 in this game is used. Control may be performed, but the reel 31 is always displayed on the active line regardless of the operation timing of the stop switch 42 (even when the maximum number of sliding frames exceeds 4 frames). You may control. This is because the pseudo game is not limited by the maximum number of sliding frames in the game.

Further, it is assumed that the display state of the symbol during the pseudo game is accompanied by fluctuation of the swing without the reel 31 (the symbol) completely staying at a certain position.
Here, “fluctuation fluctuation” means that a symbol repeats moving up and down with a constant amplitude (swing width). For example, the operation is such that after moving at a close position for a predetermined time, moving downward and holding at that position for a predetermined time, moving upward again and stopping for a predetermined time.

More specifically, it stays at that position for 390 ms from the time the symbol is displayed, moves to the upper position, stays at that position for 10 ms, then moves to the lower position and stays at that position for 10 ms, etc. For example, there is a pattern of repeating 390 ms at first, then moving and staying for 10 ms.
The reason for setting the first staying time to 390 ms is to distinguish it from the stop for displaying the game result by setting the staying time to less than 500 ms.

  “Stopping the reel 31” means displaying a game result. Then, once the game result is displayed, the reel 31 displaying the game result cannot be changed again within the same game. Therefore, if the reel 31 is stopped during the pseudo game, then the reel 31 cannot be stopped and the game result cannot be displayed in this game.

  Therefore, during the pseudo game, with the operation of the stop switch 42 as a trigger, the display state of the symbol accompanied by fluctuations in a state close to the stop of the reel 31 (temporary temporary stop, pseudo stop) is set. That is, the display state of the symbol during the pseudo game is not a stop indicating the game result. In other words, even if the stop switch 42 is operated, the reel 31 does not stop so as to show the game result in the game.

  For this reason, the display state of the symbol during the pseudo game does not mean that the symbol combination corresponding to the combination has stopped on the active line, that is, the combination winning combination. Therefore, medals are not paid out as in the small role winning, and medals are not automatically inserted as in the replay winning.

  In this way, in the pseudo game, after all the reels 31 are set to the symbol display state, the player waits for the start switch 41 to be operated, and when the start switch 41 is operated, the pseudo game and freeze are performed. And all the reels 31 are changed again. Note that the operation of the start switch 41 at this time is an operation in a state where the function of the start switch 41 is not effective for obtaining a game result, and the player ends the pseudo game by himself (freezing is performed). (Cancel or cancel) operation. In addition, the re-change of the reel 31 is controlled so that the re-change timing is separated for each reel 31 by a random delay.

  As described above, if the AT operation symbol is displayed using the pseudo game, the AT operation symbol is displayed in the next game after the end of the precursor and the game (the main game after the pseudo game is ended) is displayed. AT can be started. As a result, there is no provision for AT preparation (a game for notifying the correct push order when winning a composite bell). The rate (base) can be lowered.

(6) In this embodiment, the specified value N1 = 2 is set. However, N1 ≧ 1 is sufficient, and N1 = 2 is not limited.
For example, N1 = 1 can be set. That is, the external signal control means 71 can be set to turn on the output of the external signals S1 and S2 when the count value of the external signal counter 71a changes from “0” to “1”.
However, in this case, the output of the external signals S1 and S2 is turned on when the correct answer is accidentally made in order when the composite bells A1 to D3 in non-AT are selected. In order to prevent this, it is preferable to set N1 ≧ 2.

However, as the numerical value set to N1 is increased, the output on of the non-AT external signals S1 and S2 can be more reliably prevented, but the AT start timing on the sub-control means 80 side and the external signal S1 And the gap between the output on time of S2 becomes large.
Conversely, as the numerical value set to N1 is reduced, the difference between the AT start timing on the sub-control means 80 side and the output on timing of the external signals S1 and S2 can be reduced, but non-AT There is a high possibility that the outputs of the external signals S1 and S2 are turned on.

(7) In this embodiment, the specified value N2 = 22, the specified value N3 = 23, and the specified value N4 = 44. However, it is sufficient if N2> N1, and not limited to N2 = 22. Similarly, N3> N2 may be satisfied, and N3 = 23 is not limited. N4> N3 may be satisfied, and N4 = 44 is not limited.
The external signal may be a pulse signal. In this case, pulsed external signals S1 and S2 are output when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N1, and each time the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches the specified value N3, a pulsed external signal is output. The signal S2 can be output.

(8) In the present embodiment, when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches “44”, the external signal control means 71 rewrites the count value of the external signal counter 71a to “22”, and then counts By executing the processing when the value becomes “22”, the output of the external signal S2 is turned off.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the count value of the external signal counter 71a reaches “44”, the external signal control means 71 turns off the output of the external signal S2, and then the count value of the external signal counter 71a. May be rewritten to “22”.

(9) In the present embodiment, the specified value N5 = 1 is set. However, it is sufficient that N5 ≧ 1, and not limited to N5 = 1.
For example, N5 = 2 can be set. That is, the external signal control means 71 clears the count value of the external signal counter 71a when the number of games in which the bell 01 has not won at the time of winning the combined bells A1 to D3 is 2, and the external signal S1 and The output of S2 can be turned off.

In this case, for example, a push order incorrect answer counter that counts the number of games that the bell 01 has not won when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won is provided.
Further, the external signal control means 71 adds “1” to the count value of the push order incorrect answer counter every time the bell 01 becomes non-winning when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won.
Further, the external signal control means 71 clears the count value of the push order incorrect answer counter (sets the initial value “0”) when the bell 01 wins when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, and the composite bells A1 to A1 are set. When the result of winning lottery other than D3 is reached, the count value of the push order incorrect answer counter is maintained.

When the count value of the push order incorrect answer counter reaches a specified value N5 (for example, N5 = 2), the external signal control means 71 clears the count value of the external signal counter 71a and the external signal S1 and Turn off the output of S2.
In this way, by setting N5 ≧ 2, even if the player makes an incorrect answer in the pressing order due to an operation error or the like during AT, the count value of the external signal counter 71a is cleared, or the external signals S1 and S2 Can be prevented from being turned off.

(10) In the present embodiment, the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b store a variable related to the difference number as a variable related to the AT end condition. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the payout number, the number of games, the number of wins, or the number of winnings may be set as a variable related to the AT end condition.
That is, the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b may store variables relating to the number of payouts. Similarly, a variable related to the number of games may be stored, a variable related to the number of winnings may be stored, or a variable related to the number of winnings may be stored.
In this embodiment, the initial value of the variable relating to the difference number is set to “150”. However, “150” is merely an example, and the initial value of the variable regarding the difference number can be set as appropriate. For example, when starting AT, the initial value of the variable may be determined by lottery, and the determined initial value may be set in the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins is set to “7”. However, “7” is merely an example, and the predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins can be appropriately set according to the number of payouts when the bell 01 wins.

(11) In this embodiment, the variables of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b are updated by reflecting predetermined values on the variables of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b only when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won. did.
However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the variables of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b can be used when winning a rare role such as a medium cherry, a square cherry, or a watermelon, or when winning a role that the player may miss. The variables of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b may be updated by reflecting a predetermined value in That is, not only when winning the combined bells A1 to D3, but when winning all winning combinations, the variables of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b reflect the predetermined numerical value corresponding to the type of winning combination. Also good.

(12) In this embodiment, for the count value of the management counter 81a, a specific value when outputting a specific effect is set to “20” or less, and a value that satisfies the AT end condition is set to “0” or less. Set. However, these values are merely examples, and a specific value for outputting a specific effect and a value that satisfies the AT end condition can be set as appropriate.
Further, in this embodiment, when starting AT, the initial value “150” of the variable relating to the difference number is set in the management counter 81a, and when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, the management counter 81a A predetermined value “7” corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins is subtracted from the count value.

  However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when starting AT, the initial value “0” of the variable relating to the difference number is set in the management counter 81a, and when the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, the management counter A predetermined value “7” corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins may be added to the count value of 81a. That is, “reflection” includes addition and subtraction. When a predetermined value is added to the count value of the management counter 81a, a value that satisfies the AT termination condition can be set to, for example, “150” or more.

(13) In the present embodiment, when the variable of the management counter 81a reaches a value that satisfies the AT termination condition, a continuous lottery for determining whether or not to continue the AT is performed. However, when the variable of the management counter 81a reaches a value that satisfies the AT termination condition, the AT may be terminated without performing the continuous lottery.
(14) In the present embodiment, after the combination of symbols is displayed (after all reels 31 are stopped), the difference in the number of medals when Bell 01 wins regardless of whether or not Bell 01 wins. The variable of the display counter 81b is updated by reflecting the predetermined value corresponding to the above in the variable of the display counter 81b.

However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, after a combination of symbols is displayed, another predetermined value corresponding to the number of payout or difference of medals for the game is reflected in the variable of the display counter 81b. The variable 81b may be updated. That is, the actual payout number or difference number of medals may be added to or subtracted from the count value of the display counter 81b.
In this case, if the variable of the management counter 81a reflects the predetermined value corresponding to the number of paid out medals or the number of difference when the bell 01 wins regardless of whether the bell 01 wins, the management counter 81a There are times when the variable of the counter 81a does not match the variable of the display counter 81b.

In addition, there is a possibility that the variable of the management counter 81a does not match the variable of the display counter 81b due to the generation of electrical noise.
Further, for the purpose of illegally acquiring medals, management is performed by a so-called radio wave goto that causes the main control means 60 or the sub control means 80 to malfunction by generating a strong electromagnetic wave in the vicinity of the slot machine 10. There is also a possibility that the variable of the counter 81a and the variable of the display counter 81b may not match.

Therefore, when the variable of the management counter 81a does not match the variable of the display counter 81b, the variable of the display counter 81b is rewritten to the variable of the management counter 81a. For example, when the count value of the management counter 81a is “20” and the count value of the display counter 81b is “27”, the count value of the display counter 81b is the count value of the management counter 81a. Rewrite to “20”.
This makes it possible to match the display of a numerical value as a standard until the end of the AT and the control of the end of the AT, so that the player does not feel distrust or discomfort.

(15) In this embodiment, when shifting to the specialization zone, “20” is added to the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b when the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the condition (addition condition) for adding the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b and the numerical value to be added can be set as appropriate.
Of course, if the number of payouts, the number of games, the number of wins, or the number of wins is set as a variable related to the AT end condition, the number of payouts, the number of games, the number of wins will be awarded when the conditions for adding up are satisfied in the specialization zone. Or a numerical value related to the number of winnings can be added.

In addition, when a predetermined value is subtracted from the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b when the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected, when the addition is determined in the additional specialization zone, the determined numerical value is added.
On the other hand, when a predetermined value is added to the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b when the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected, the determined numerical value is subtracted when the additional number is determined in the additional specialization zone. .
That is, “changing the variable related to the AT end condition so that the AT stay period becomes longer” includes addition and subtraction.

  (16) For example, when starting AT, “150” is set to the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b as initial values. When the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, “7” is subtracted from the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b as a predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins. Then, the value satisfying the AT termination condition is set to “0” or less, and when the count value of the management counter 81a is “0” or less, the AT is terminated.

Here, when the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b are “80”, it is determined that “20” is added.
In this case, for example, the display of “remaining difference sheet number until AT end / initial value” may be changed from “80/150” to “100/150”. That is, an additional number may be added to the remaining difference number until the AT ends.

  (17) For example, when starting AT, “0” is set to the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b as initial values. When the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, “7” is added to the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b as a predetermined value corresponding to the difference number of medals when the bell 01 wins. Then, the value satisfying the AT termination condition is set to “150” or more, and when the count value of the management counter 81a is “150” or more, the AT is terminated.

Here, when the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b are “70”, it is determined that “20” is added.
In this case, for example, the display of “value satisfying the condition of difference sheet / AT” may be changed from “70/150” to “50/150”. That is, the additional number may be subtracted from the difference number and displayed.
Further, the display of “value difference / value satisfying AT end condition” may be changed from “70/150” to “70/170”. That is, an additional number may be added to the value that satisfies the AT termination condition.

(18) In the embodiment, when winning by the extra lottery, the variable of the management counter 81a is set so that the variable of the management counter 81a shifts to the extra special zone before the variable of the AT reaches the value satisfying the AT end condition. Based on this, the number of games in the sign state was determined. As a result, after winning in the extra lottery, the AT is not terminated before shifting to the extra special zone.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the number of games in the sign of an extra sign is set to a fixed value (for example, 10 games). In addition, in the sign of surrender, until the variable (count value) of the management counter 81a reaches a value that can reach the value satisfying the AT termination condition, the variable of the management counter 81a is predetermined when the composite bells A1 to D3 are selected. Reflect the value (add or subtract).

Here, “a value that can reach a value that satisfies the AT termination condition” means a value that satisfies the AT termination condition when a predetermined value is reflected (added or subtracted).
When the count value of the management counter 81a reaches a value that satisfies the AT termination condition in the sign of addition, the variable of the management counter 81a is determined even if the composite bells A1 to D3 are won. The predetermined value is not reflected in.

Specifically, for example, in the sign of an increase, until the count value of the management counter 81a becomes “1” or more and “7” or less, a predetermined value is obtained from the count value of the management counter 81a when the composite bell A1 to D3 is won. Subtract "7".
When the count value of the management counter 81a is not less than “1” and not more than “7” in the sign of adding, even if the composite bells A1 to D3 are won, a predetermined value is obtained from the count value of the management counter 81a. Do not subtract “7”.
Even in this way, it is possible to prevent the AT from ending after winning in the extra lottery and before shifting to the extra special zone.

(19) In the present embodiment, when starting AT, it is determined whether or not the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is equal to or greater than a reference value. If the count value is equal to or greater than the reference value, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is maintained. When it is less than the reference value, the reference value is set in the difference sheet counter 81c.
Here, when AT is started, a reference value may be set in the difference number counter 81c regardless of whether or not the count value of the difference number counter 81c is equal to or larger than the reference value. That is, the reference value may be set in the difference number counter 81c whenever AT is started.
In the present embodiment, the reference value is set to “0”, but “0” is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this.

Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is less than the reference value, the reference value is displayed without displaying the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c. However, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c may be displayed even when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is less than the reference value.
Further, in the present embodiment, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is larger than the specific value, information indicating that the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is not displayed but the specific value or larger than the specific value is displayed.

Here, in the present embodiment, the specific value is set to “9999”, but “9999” is merely an example and is not limited thereto.
In the present embodiment, information indicating that the value is larger than the specific value may be displayed other than “9999”, such as “large explosion”. However, this is merely an example and is not limited thereto. .
Furthermore, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c may be displayed even when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is larger than a specific value.

(20) In this embodiment, the count value of the non-AT counter 81d is cleared at the time of transition to the non-AT, and “1” is added to the count value of the non-AT counter 81d every time a game is played during the non-AT, When the count value of the non-AT counter 81d becomes “50”, the count value of the difference counter 81c is cleared.
However, for example, “50” is set in the non-AT counter 81d at the time of transition to the non-AT, and “1” is subtracted from the count value of the non-AT counter 81d every time a game is played during the non-AT. When the count value of 81d becomes “0”, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c may be cleared.

In the present embodiment, the fact that the predetermined number of games (50 games) has been consumed during non-AT is set as a condition for clearing the count value of the difference counter 81c. However, the condition for clearing the count value of the difference number counter 81c is not limited to having consumed the predetermined number of games during non-AT, and can be set as appropriate.
For example, at the time of transition to non-AT, the number of games that becomes a condition for clearing the count value of the difference counter 81c is determined by lottery, and the determined number of games is set as the count value of the non-AT counter 81d. Then, every time a game is played during non-AT, “1” is subtracted from the count value of the non-AT counter 81d, and when the count value of the non-AT counter 81d becomes “0”, the count value of the difference counter 81c May be cleared.

  Further, the winning probabilities of the AT lottery, the CZ lottery, the continuous lottery, and the extra lottery may be varied according to the count value of the difference counter 81c. Specifically, when the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c is within a predetermined range (for example, “450” or more and less than “600”), the AT lottery, CZ lottery, continuous lottery, And the winning probability of the extra lottery can be set high.

Further, in this embodiment, when the non-AT counter 81d shifts to CZ before the count value of the non-AT counter 81d reaches “50”, the non-AT counter 81d stops counting the number of games, and thereafter, the non-AT counter 81d does not count from CZ. When shifting to AT, the count value of the non-AT counter 81d was cleared.
However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, even when the non-AT shifts to a sub game state other than non-AT including CZ, the non-AT counter 81d may continue to count the number of games. Then, when the count value of the non-AT counter 81d becomes a value that becomes a condition for clearing the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c, the count value of the difference sheet counter 81c can be cleared.

(21) For example, a continuation number counter for counting the number of continuations of the AT may be provided. That is, when winning in the continuous lottery, or when the variable of the management counter 81a is changed so that the stay period of the AT is increased in the additional specialization zone, “1” is added to the count value of the continuation count counter. .
Further, the count value of the continuation number counter may be maintained until a predetermined condition is satisfied after the AT ends, and the count value of the continuation number counter may be cleared when the predetermined condition is satisfied after the AT ends. In this case, the predetermined condition for clearing the count value of the continuation number counter can be set, for example, as having consumed the predetermined number of games during non-AT.

  Furthermore, at the time of transition to non-AT, the number of games that becomes a condition for clearing the count value of the continuation number counter is determined by lottery, and the determined number of games is set as the count value of the non-AT counter 81d. Each time a game is played during non-AT, “1” is subtracted from the count value of the non-AT counter 81d, and when the count value of the non-AT counter 81d becomes “0”, the count value of the continuation count counter is set. You may clear it.

  Further, the winning probabilities of the AT lottery, the CZ lottery, the continuous lottery, and the extra lottery may be varied depending on the count value of the continuation number counter. Specifically, when the count value of the continuation number counter is a predetermined value (for example, “3”, “6”, or “9”), AT lottery, CZ lottery, continuous lottery, In addition, the winning probability of the extra lottery may be set high.

(22) For example, assume that the initial value “150” is set in each of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b when shifting to AT preparation. Further, it is assumed that the bell 01 is dropped three times during the winning of the composite bells A1 to D3 during AT preparation, and the count values of the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b become “141”, respectively.
In this case, when shifting from AT preparation to AT, the management counter 81a and the display counter 81b are set to “159” obtained by adding “9” corresponding to the loss during preparation for AT to the initial value “150”. May be. As a result, loss during AT preparation can be compensated.

(23) In the embodiment, the payout rate during 1BB game is set higher than 1. However, in the 1BB game, the winning probability of one or more combinations may be set higher than that in the normal game. For example, during a 1BB game, the winning probability of a rare role such as a watermelon can be set higher than in a normal game. In this case, the payout rate during 1BB game can be set lower than 1.
Further, in the embodiment, after the MB winning, the game inside the MB is continued. And in MB inside game, it shifted between non-AT and AT. However, when the payout rate during 1BB game is set lower than 1, 1BB internal game may be continued after winning 1BB, and during that time, the transition between non-AT and AT may be made.
That is, 1BB can be provided for the purpose of creating a game inside the 1BB without aiming to increase medals in the 1BB game.

(24) In the present embodiment, there are cases where a game result advantageous to the player can be obtained according to the pressing order of the stop switch 42 and a case where the game result advantageous to the player cannot be obtained. The push order that can be obtained was informed. That is, “push order AT” was set.
However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, a case where a game result advantageous to the player can be obtained and a case where the game result cannot be obtained according to the operation timing of the stop switch 42 are provided. You may alert | report the operation timing (design etc. which aim at an effective line) which can obtain a result. That is, it may be set as “mesh AT”.
In addition, it is possible to obtain a game result advantageous to the player when both conditions of the pushing order and operation timing are satisfied, and to obtain a game result advantageous to the player during the AT. You may alert | report the order of pushing and operation timing.
(25) The above modification examples are not limited to being implemented alone, but can be implemented in appropriate combination.

<Appendix>
Problems to be solved by the invention (original invention) according to the initial claims of the present application, means for solving the problems related to the original invention, and effects of the original invention are as follows.
(1) Problems to be solved by the original invention Since the winning probability of replay is high during ART, replay frequently wins. Therefore, in the game where the replay is won, the number of medals inserted in the game is added to the count value of the difference number as the number of payouts, and the next game of the game won by the replay is automatically inserted based on the winning of the replay When the number of medals is subtracted from the count value of the difference number, the difference number calculation process is frequently performed.
Therefore, the problem to be solved by the original invention is to reduce the processing burden by eliminating the calculation process of the difference number based on the replay winning.

(2) Means for Solving the Problems Related to the Initial Invention (Note that the corresponding embodiment is described in parentheses)
The first solution is
A plurality (three on the left, middle and right) reels (31) displaying a plurality of types of symbols;
A start switch (41) operated by a player when rotating the reel;
A plurality of (three left, middle and right) stop switches (42) operated by the player when stopping the reel;
Main control means (60) for controlling the progress of the game;
Sub-control means (80) for controlling the production,
The main control means includes
To have a case of winning a replay (normal replay, bell replay 1, bell replay 2, special replay) and a specific lottery result (combined bell A1 to D3 winning) to cause the player to replay A role lottery means (61) for drawing a role;
Reel control means (64) for stopping and controlling the reel,
The reel control means can display a combination of specific symbols that is advantageous to the player in accordance with the operation of the stop switch in the game that results in the specific lottery (the bell 01 that pays out 10 can be won) ) When the reel is controlled to stop and the combination of the specific symbols is not displayed (depending on the operation timing of the stop switch 42, one bell is won or the combination is not won) And when to stop the reel,
The sub-control means includes
A notification game (AT) for notifying the operation information (push order) of the stop switch for displaying the combination of the specific symbols in the game that is the result of the specific lottery, and a non-notification game (not reporting the operation information) Non-AT) and control the transition between them,
A difference number counter (81c) that counts a difference number obtained by subtracting the number of game media (medals) to be paid out;
Display means for displaying the count value of the difference sheet counter (production control means 83),
When the notification game is started, the count value of the difference counter is checked, and when it is determined that the count value is equal to or greater than a reference value (“0”), the count value of the difference counter is maintained, Is determined to be less than the reference value, the reference value is set in the difference counter
When the start switch is operated, the number of inserted game media in the game is subtracted from the count value of the difference counter.
When a combination of symbols having a game medium payout is displayed, the number of game medium payouts in the game is added to the count value of the difference counter,
When the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay is displayed, the count value of the difference counter is maintained,
When the start switch is operated in the next game in which the symbol combination corresponding to the replay is displayed, the count value of the difference counter is maintained.

The second solving means is the first solving means,
The display means displays the reference value without displaying the count value of the difference sheet counter when the count value of the difference sheet counter is less than the reference value.

The third solution means in the first or second solution means,
When the count value of the difference sheet counter is greater than a specific value (“9999”), the display means does not display the count value of the difference sheet counter, but indicates that it is greater than the specific value or the specific value. It is characterized by displaying information (characters of “big explosion”).

(Function)
In the first solution, when the notification game is started, the count value of the difference counter is checked. At this time, if the count value is equal to or greater than the reference value, the count value of the difference counter is maintained. On the other hand, if the count value is less than the reference value, the reference value is set in the difference sheet counter.
When the start switch is operated, the number of game media inserted in the game is subtracted from the count value of the difference counter.
Furthermore, when a combination of symbols having payout of game media is displayed, the number of payout of game media in the game is added to the count value of the difference counter.

Further, when the symbol combination corresponding to the replay is displayed, the count value of the difference counter is maintained (not added).
Further, when the start switch is operated in the next game in which the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay is displayed, the count value of the difference counter is maintained (not subtracted).
That is, when the replay is won and when the start switch is operated in the next game after the replay is won, the count value of the difference counter is not updated.

(Relationship between original invention and embodiment)
The “replay” of the initial invention corresponds to “normal replay, bell replay 1, bell replay 2, special replay” in the embodiment. That is, the replay includes a bell replay that makes it appear as if a bell (small role) has won. For this reason, at the time of the Bell Replay winning, although it looks as if Bell has won, the count value of the difference counter is not increased or decreased.
In addition, the “specific lottery result” of the initial invention corresponds to “combined bell A1 to D3 winning” in the embodiment, and the “specific symbol combination” of the initial invention corresponds to “bell” corresponding to the bell 01 in the embodiment. "-" Bell "-" Bell "symbol combination".
Furthermore, the “operation information of the stop switch for displaying a specific symbol combination” of the original invention corresponds to “correct answer pressing order” in the embodiment.

Furthermore, the “reference value” of the initial invention corresponds to “0” in the embodiment, and the “specific value” of the initial invention corresponds to “999” in the embodiment.
Note that the “specific lottery result” includes a role lottery result that has an advantage / disadvantage for the player according to the pressing order of the stop switch and a role lottery result that has an advantage / disadvantage for the player according to the operation timing of the stop switch. It is a waste.
In addition, the “notification game” is a game for notifying the push order of the stop switches advantageous to the player (push order AT), and a game for notifying the operation timing of the stop switches advantageous for the player (eye push AT). Is included.

The “addition / subtraction of the count value of the difference number counter” can be performed by, for example, the sub gaming state control means 81 and other means included in the sub control means 80.
Further, “displaying the count value of the difference sheet counter” can be performed by, for example, the effect control means 83 and other means included in the sub-control means 80.

(3) Effect of the Initial Invention According to the initial invention, the count value of the difference counter is maintained when the replay is won and when the start switch is operated in the next game after the replay wins. For this reason, the calculation process of the difference number based on the replay winning can be eliminated, and the processing load can be reduced.
Further, if the count value of the difference number counter is equal to or greater than the reference value at the start of the notification game, the state is maintained, so that a larger difference number can be shown to the player.

Furthermore, if the count value of the difference number counter is less than the reference value at the start of the notification game, the difference value counter is set to the reference value, so that the difference number less than the reference value is not shown to the player. it can.
Furthermore, the count value of the difference counter is checked at the start of the notification game, and if the count value is equal to or greater than the reference value, the reference value is set. If the count value is equal to or greater than the reference value, the reference value is set. It is possible to cope with the same processing even when the number is less.

10 slot machine 11 display window 21 lamp 22 speaker 23 image display device 31 (left, middle, right) reel 32 motor 40 bet switch 41 start switch 42 (left, middle, right) stop switch 43 medal slot 60 main control means 61 Role lottery means 62 Role lottery table 63 Winning flag control means 63a Winning flag 64 Reel control means 65 Stop position determination table 66 Stop symbol judgment means 67 Dispensing means 68 Main game state control means 70 Sub transmission means 71 External signal control means 71a External signal Counter 80 Sub control means 81 Sub game state control means 81a Management counter 81b Display counter 81c Difference counter 81d Non-AT counter 82 Notification control means 83 Effect control means 100 External terminal board 110 Game information table Indicating device

Claims (3)

Multiple reels displaying multiple types of designs,
A start switch operated by a player when rotating the reel;
A plurality of stop switches operated by a player when stopping the reel;
Main control means for controlling the progress of the game;
Sub-control means for controlling the production,
The main control means includes
A role lottery means for performing a lottery of a role so as to have a case where it becomes a win of replay for causing a player to replay and a case where a specific lottery result is obtained;
Reel control means for stopping and controlling the reel,
The reel control means, in the game that results in the specific lottery result, according to the operation of the stop switch, when the reel is controlled to stop the reel so that a specific symbol combination advantageous to the player can be displayed, The reel is controlled so as not to display a specific symbol combination, and
The sub-control means includes
While having a notification game that notifies the operation information of the stop switch for displaying the combination of the specific symbols in the game that is the result of the specific lottery, and a non-notification game that does not notify the operation information, between these Control the migration of
A difference number counter for counting the difference number obtained by subtracting the input number from the number of payouts of game media;
Display means for displaying the count value of the difference sheet counter,
When the notification game is started, the count value of the difference number counter is checked. When the count value is determined to be equal to or greater than a reference value, the count value of the difference number counter is maintained, and the count value is less than the reference value. When it is determined that the reference value is set in the difference sheet counter,
When the start switch is operated, the number of inserted game media in the game is subtracted from the count value of the difference counter.
When a combination of symbols having a game medium payout is displayed, the number of game medium payouts in the game is added to the count value of the difference counter,
When the combination of symbols corresponding to the replay is displayed, the count value of the difference counter is maintained,
A slot machine that maintains the count value of the difference counter when the start switch is operated in a game next to a game in which a combination of symbols corresponding to replay is displayed. In claim 1,
The slot machine characterized in that the display means displays the reference value without displaying the count value of the difference sheet counter when the count value of the difference sheet counter is less than the reference value. In claim 1 or claim 2,
When the count value of the difference sheet counter is larger than a specific value, the display means does not display the count value of the difference sheet counter but displays information indicating the specific value or larger than the specific value. A slot machine featuring.

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